If Persistence was a Person

Recently on TV One's Close Up there was a story about Hana Old. Hana is 12 years old and has just published her first book, "If Persistence was a Person: The Story of Professor Swee Tan". Hana was just 11 when she watched a TV documentary on the life and work of Professor Swee Tan and was so moved that she decided to write a book to help fundraise the $4 million dollars that Swee Tan needs for his research with the Gillies McIndoe Research Institute. "If Persistence was a Person" is the result.All the profits from the sale of the book go to support Swee Tan’s research. Hana is an amazing example of just what can be achieved when we believe we can make a difference. Watch the Close Up excerpt to hear Hana's story. Copies of the book can be purchased from Paper Plus Online

New Inquiry

This term we will be working on a personal inquiry. Inquiry involves asking questions, gathering and analysing information, generating solutions, making decisions, justifying conclusions and taking action. It may be inspired by the book Taketakerau The Millenium Tree by Marnie Anstis, or there may be something else you feel particularly passionate or curious about. You will need to complete the Inquiry Contract before you begin.