There’s no better way to break the ice, than with dry ice! The HTU dry ice prac is one of the many fun ways we learn about Science and more specifically, physical changes. This also leads to discussions about how dry ice is used in a range of industries.
Susan Kerr
Health Week @ HTU Term 3, 2021
With ongoing lockdowns and restrictions we have been very fortunate to be able to squeeze in some of our regular Health Week activities this term. Students participated in a range of Health and Fitness focused tasks across the week including a Spin Cycle class at Water Marc in Greensborough, bike
Tech Time @ HTU, Term 1-3, 2021
Tech Time is an extremely valuable part of the HTU program that allows students to develop a wide range of skills. This year students have been using repurposed timber and garden items to create a ‘Zen Garden’ within the Unit grounds. Students have worked closely with teachers to design and
Food Technology @ HTU 2021
When restrictions allow, we regularly create a wide range of delicious food at the HTU. We are fortunate to be able to access the Reservoir High School Food Technology space which allows students to work independently or in small groups within their own cooking spaces. We aim to create nutritious
Eltham Mens Shed- Bike Session
I worked with another student and we fixed the chain and the gears. We also changed the tyre which involved taking the tube off, replacing it, putting it back on and pumping it up. I have changed tyres before but I learnt how to do it more efficiently. I really
Eltham Mens Shed Visit-March, 2019
On Monday the 18th of March in the late morning, students and teachers from the HTU had a visit from members of the Eltham’s Mens Shed. The volunteers worked with the students to mend the Unit bikes and assist them in maintaining their bicycles at home. Students were given the
“The toasties are always better at the HTU!” JN
“No one judges you at the HTU.” CTT
“We solve problems together.” HS
“You can trust people to respect you when you are talking about difficult times.” BB
“We encourage each other to work toward the six words.” DA
“We try to break old habits.” CTT
“It’s about who you feel comfortable talking to really.” DBG
“Foods is lit!” JN
‘You can have friendships with teachers and students here.” BC
“I’ve become more positive since I’ve been at the unit.” HS
“Subjects I didn’t like are more fun at the Unit.” HS