Warwick East students wins big in agriculture

 

Schools Plant Science Competition: The School’s Plant Science Competition is held each year to showcase the importance of agriculture to school students. Department of Agriculture and Fisheries researcher Heidi Parkes was at this year’s competition to talk about her work and the possibilities of a career in agriculture

DARLING Downs students got a first-hand look at agricultural research yesterday at the School's Plant Science Competition at the Hermitage Research Facility.

Warwick East State School was among the schools at the awards ceremony, winning third overall in the Year 3 to 6 category.


Students also received a certificate for the Art in Agriculture section, with Year 5 student Emily Mauch being highly commended for her work.

Teacher Tina Kemp said the competition helped to make science fun while giving students real world exposure to science.

"Being part of the competition teaches them how to work scientifically and present their work creatively, and maybe consider a career pathway they wouldn't normally consider," she said.

Students said they enjoyed learning about photosynthesis and how vital plants are in daily life.

"I love experimenting and learning about all different plants and the importance of light," said Jada Wright.

"We get to have fun and go in group with our friends and do art to learn about science," said Eli Wright.

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