ON Monday, 18 September, Medowie Christian School (MCS) took a great step forward on the journey of improving the learning environment of their students with the grand opening of a state-of-the-art Innovation Centre.

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“The Innovation Centre is a renovation of a dilapidated school building that has been transformed into a modern, beautiful learning space,” Principal Elizabeth Hutton said. “The Innovation Centre houses classrooms that include a visual art space, maker space (laser printing, 3D printing and VR space), a wood technology area and a classroom and breakout space for senior students.”

The new centre has been in the making for twelve months and was designed to “provide facilities for MCS students who can learn, create and innovate”.

“The new facilities and equipment will support staff and students in accessing high quality learning programs at Medowie Christian School,” said Principal Hutton.

The opening day featured a range of activities showcasing the centre’s benefits.

“The opening of the Innovation Centre included a Lego Masters competition, and the construction of a lego mural where each class and the children in the class, pieced together a part of a dynamic mural design.

“The Mayor of Port Stephens, Mr Ryan Palmer and the CEO of Christian Education Ministries and Board Chair of MCS Mr David Fyfe were among the dignitaries,” Principal Hutton said.

By Pat JENSEN