2025 Cressy DHS Prospectus - for web - Flipbook - Page 22
SCHOOL FARM
The School Farm consists of 4.38 ha (10.8 acres) and is
very easily accessed behind the school buildings. The
main emphasis of the farm is sheep, cattle, poultry and
horticultural activities. There are extensive buildings
and facilities to support programs, a hot house, garden
area, established orchard, stock handling facilities and
an undercover work pavilion.
Agricultural Studies is an optional subject for Years 7
to 10. Students develop broad understandings of a
range of agricultural practices through hands-on and
theoretical experiences. Safety is a major consideration
in all aspects of these programs.
Prep to Year 6 units have been developed to ensure a
whole school curriculum focus on Agriculture and to
ensure that farm resource usage is maximised. These
students get hands on experience on the farm, on a
rotational basis. Year 6 students also participate in the
Cows Create Careers Program.
Sheep Handling skills are taught to interested students
in Years 5-10. They compete against other schools and
stud breeders during the agricultural show season.
We are proud of our achievements and appreciative
of the support from parents and the community in the
these areas.
Farm Management
The Cressy District High School Farm Management
Committee consists of members representing the
school and larger community. It endeavours to:
• Provide a sustainable agricultural
educational program
• Provide a range of agricultural
educational experiences
• Maintain and develop the school farm environment
• Encourage whole school involvement in
farm activities
• Foster community links within the Agricultural
Studies programs
• Provide some practical involvement on the
school farm
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