Werribee students with a keen interest in civics and citizenship have been invited to apply for the opportunity to deepen their knowledge and critical thinking through an immersive study tour, thanks to the state government.
Werribee MP Tim Pallas has announced that applications are now open for the 2021-22 Premier’s Spirit of Democracy tour.
Successful students will gain a glimpse into how ancient Greece helped shape modern Australian democracy, through a five-day study tour in Melbourne and Canberra.
The study tour will take place from April 10-14 2022, and is open to all secondary students currently in Years 9, 10 and 11 from government, Catholic and independent schools.
Twenty-two students and four teacher chaperones to be selected to take part.
“I encourage all Werribee students with an interest in civics and citizenship, history, philosophy or legal studies – as well as anyone who wants to build up their leadership skills – to apply for this exciting tour,” Mr Pallas said.
The Premier’s Spirit of Democracy program maintains strong links to learning outcomes from the Victorian Foundation to Level 10 and senior secondary curriculums.
To enter, students must submit an application in the form of an essay, short story, audio or video presentation, musical composition or artwork, as well as a statement of intent with any non-essay entries.
Applications will close on Sunday, November 7.
To enter, visit: go.vic.gov.au/36jjQZ.
