INTERSTATE LEARNING JOURNEYS

The interstate immersion is a key feature of the Learning Journeys program at Year 9.

Students choose from three interstate locations, each characterised by a set of unique and engaging experiences, with a focus on service in the community.

Experiences have been designed to foster an appreciation and understanding of a new environment in a setting which provides a positive challenge for each individual.

About the Program

View the current Greenways Handbook for more detailed information about the Interstate Immersion program and destinations on offer (note these may be subject to change from year to year).

Greenways Handbook

Selection Process
  • In Term 4 (i.e. last term of Year 8) students submit their online preferences via a link sent to parents (please consider your child’s abilities during trip selection).
  • If a student’s preference is not submitted during the ‘open’ period, they will be automatically allocated to a destination with vacancies.
  • Students will be notified of allocations at the start of the Year 9 academic year.
  • Every effort is made to allocate students to their first or second preference (conditions apply – see the Greenways Handbook for more information).
Travel Dates per Class

Click on the button below to view the program and travel dates for each class covering:

  • Barista Training, Food Handling & Café Program
  • Community Connections (City Week)
  • Interstate Learning Journeys

Class Travel & Program Dates

Destinations & Packing Lists

Individual information packs for each destination which includes the following details can be found in the Year 9 Documents & Resources section featured at the bottom of this page.

  • Program summary
  • Packing list
  • Flight information
  • Itinerary
  • Important Information

NOTE: Students are NOT permitted to carry mobile phones, air pods or other Bluetooth devices, as well as any devices that connect to the internet (e.g. smart watches) on Learning Journeys.

Inclusions & Costs

All destinations on offer come at no additional cost to families. However, please note some trips may require additional equipment to be purchased at each family’s expense.

Families may also wish to provide students with a small amount of spending money (max $50).

For all destinations, students will be transported to and from Mentone Grammar to Tullamarine airport.

See the destination packs linked in the Year 9 Documents & Resources section featured at the bottom of this page.

Year 9 Documents & Resources

School Documents & Resources