Dance Academy

The 7/8 Dance Academy students have finished off the year with submitting their choreography assessment. For this task students were required to create their own Jazz routine.  This task has enabled students to develop their skills in teamwork, leadership, communication and perseverance.

The Year 9 Dance Academy class has finished the year with their combined choreography and responding project. Students choreographed a solo lyrical piece where they had to communicate their personal identity, drawing on memories or key moments in their lives. This week they are submitting the written part of their task where they analyse and evaluate the use of the elements of dance in their solo work. It is with much pride that we will see these students graduate from the Dance Academy program at the end of this week. We wish all of our year 9 Dance Academy students the best of luck as the move into their Certificate II Dance in year 10.

As the year comes to an end we are reflecting on the growth and successes of our Dance Academy in 2024. We have continued to grow individually and as a team and we can't wait for 2025.  If Dance Academy is something that you are interested in for 2025 then please reach out to Miss Doorley via email ddoor4@eq.edu.au Please remember that this program runs within class time - 3 x 70 minutes per week and does not require outside of school training sessions. The only additional time that needs to be given up are our Eisteddfod days (4 per year) and our internal event days such as Dance Night and Showcase. We look forward to welcoming our 2025 cohorts into our Dance Academy program!

7 Dance

This term, Year 7 dance students took a lively journey through the decades, exploring iconic dance moves from the 1970s to today. Beginning with disco grooves from the 70s, they moved into 80s breakdancing, 90s hip-hop, 2000s street styles, and finally, today’s popular TikTok-inspired trends.

Through this group choreography project, students not only honed their dance skills but also developed teamwork, creativity, and an appreciation for dance history. Their enthusiasm and dedication brought each era to life in vibrant routines, celebrating the evolution of dance across generations!

10 Dance

Year 10 Dance students have officially completed their last piece of assessment for the year. They have finished up with a theory exam where they have had to respond to an unseen stimulus. Students have applied their analytical skills to draw meaning from the contemporary routine. We look forward to many of these students continuing onto our senior dance program next year in grade 11.

Cert II Dance

Congratulations to our students that have successfully completed their Certificate II in Dance.  What an incredible achievement!

Students have completed the below units:

CUADAN211 Develop basic dance techniques

CUADAN212 Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances

CUAIND211 Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge

CUAPRF211 Prepare for live performances

CUAWHS111 Follow safe dance practices

CUAWHS211 Develop a basic level of physical fitness for dance performance

CUADAN213 Perform basic jazz dance techniques

CUADAN215 Perform basic contemporary dance techniques

CUADAN218 Perform basic street dance techniques

BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others

Your hard work, dedication, and passion for dance have truly paid off. Wishing you all the best as you continue to pursue your dreams in the world of dance and beyond. Keep dancing and shining!

11 Dance

Upon the completion of their exams, the spotlight turned to the next chapter of their dance journey where students are now poised to take on their first Year 12 assessment task – a creative and challenging endeavour where they will learning a highly complex Contemporary Dance routine, displaying not just their technical abilities but also their expressive skills in communicating the choreographic intent of this routine. As the year comes to an end, the Year 11 Dance cohort is well-prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that Year 12 holds for them.

12 Dance

Congratulations year 12 dancers on completing your final exams for the year. It was great to see students exit their exam with a sense of confidence in what they had achieved and a sense of relief. As you have now taken your 'final bows', know that every step, leap, and turn you've mastered has prepared you for so much more beyond these walls. Carry that same energy and courage forward into every new challenge you face. Remember that each moment, like each movement, is part of your journey, and each experience will only add to the beautiful choreography of your life.

8 Drama

The year 8 Drama student-devised Children's Theatre scripts are now three dimensional as the class work in ensemble groups to transform the text into high-energy, exaggerated and comedic performances. With engaging narrators, audience interaction and slapstick, these Children's Theatre performers are very engaging with rehearsals that are never short of a few laughs. As the year comes to an end, it has been wonderful for the Drama team to see the year 8 students' collaboration, confidence and creativity develop over their semester in Drama.

10 Music

The Grade 10 music class has wrapped up their final projects as they prepare to move on to senior music courses. This term, students explored the communicative power of programmatic music, learning how music can tell a story, convey emotion, or enhance a specific theme when paired with external programs such as film, visual art, or literature.

As part of their studies, students created their own programmatic medium—whether it was a short film, art piece, or narrative—and composed original music to accompany it. Through this process, they developed a deeper understanding of the skills and planning required to successfully write music that aligns with an external concept. They also explored how elements of music—such as rhythm, dynamics, and melody—can be manipulated to highlight and enhance key themes and emotions.

Looking ahead, many of our Grade 10 students will continue their musical journey in General and Applied Music courses in Grade 11. We’re excited to see them build on the skills and creativity they’ve developed this year as they move forward into 2025.

Instrumental Music

It’s been an amazing year in the instrumental music program, and we’re already looking forward to an exciting 2025! Many of our dedicated students are preparing for upcoming competitions and events, and we can’t wait to see them showcase their talent.

As our program continues to grow and develop, it’s been inspiring to see many of our senior students taking on additional responsibilities. In some cases, they’ve even picked up a second instrument, demonstrating their commitment to expanding their musical skills.

A friendly reminder to all students with hired instruments: please be sure to return them this week if you're in Grades 10-11, and by Week 9 if you’re in Grades 7-9. This helps us maintain our equipment and prepare for the next year.

We’re excited to continue this musical journey with our students and can’t wait to see all the amazing things they’ll accomplish in 2025!

Cheer

A mammoth CONGRATULATIONS to the Raptors Cheerleaders for their HIT ZERO performance at Super Nationals on November 9^th! The competition was fierce but the vibes were high and the team took out 3^rd place with less than 3-points between them and 1^st place. The team joined in the comp culture, spreading the RVSSC spirit with Spirit Pegs that they made in Week 6. This event was such an amazing end to the season for our first year as competitive cheerleaders. Be sure to keep an eye out for communication about the 2025 tryouts!

Musical

Big News: Our First School Musical Is Here!

We are thrilled to announce that our school will be producing its first-ever musical, Legally Blonde! This high-energy, heart-warming production will take centre stage in October 2025, marking an exciting milestone in our school's performing arts journey.

Get ready to follow Elle Woods' inspiring and hilarious story as she proves that you can achieve anything with determination, heart, and a little bit of pink! From dazzling choreography to show-stopping songs, this promises to be an unforgettable experience for performers and audiences alike.

Stay tuned for more updates, including audition details, tickets, and ways you can get involved. Let’s make history together with this fabulous debut production! ??

Thank You for an Incredible Year in the Performing Arts!

As 2024 comes to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful community for your unwavering support of the performing arts this year.

This has been a landmark year for us, marked by the grand opening of our Performing Arts Centre (PAC). The PAC has already become a vibrant hub for creativity, hosting unforgettable performances and providing students with incredible opportunities to shine.

Your encouragement and enthusiasm have been instrumental in making this year so special. From attending our events to cheering on our talented performers, you have shown just how much the arts mean to our community.

Here’s to more amazing moments in the years to come!