b'CurriculumThe Five Learning Nodes: Statements of Purpose1. Local and Global PerspectivesStudents explore language and texts to become clear thinkers, confident communicators, and informed citizens. They use collaborative approaches to build relationships with others and with the world around them, while at the same time gaining insights into diverse ways of thinking and perspectives. They develop skills in finding, evaluating, and analysing evidence and the habit of basing their thinking on reliable evidence. Students learn about civilization, social discord and cohesion, and ways that they can contribute to a cohesive and ethical society. 2. The Physical and Natural WorldStudents investigate and describe the physical and natural world through a range of authentic learning experiences. Students develop their understanding of the world around them through questioning, experimentation, analysis and evaluation. Authentic problems provide students the context within which to apply and expand their skills and understanding.3. Health and HappinessStudents explore the concept of happiness from perspectives around the globe. They develop personal and social capabilities and the physical and mental fitness required for an advancing world. We aspire for individuals to understand how and why we move our bodies. Both self and environmental sustainability are developed through the practice of gratitude, empathy and mindfulness. Students engage in experiences and produce outcomes that benefit the community and beyond.4. The Artistic WorldStudents are challenged to develop critical and creative problem-solving skills through the creation of an authentic arts product. Students collaborate in their decision-making towards that purpose. They are exposed to a diverse range of artistic expressions and are respected as valued contributors who work with teaching staff and visiting artists in the development of an artistic identity, and become more aware of future roles in both local and global communities. Through this experience, students gain a deeper understanding of the role the arts play in society.5. The Made WorldStudents, as critical users of information, look for what is factual, relevant and emerging.They develop a critical understanding of the impact of design and technology on their life, the wider world and its culture. They design solutions to practical problems that have been modelled, tested and evaluated. Students develop the specialised skills and knowledge required to contribute actively to their society by creating real solutions to real-world problems. By understanding design situations and evaluating products from different perspectives, students are empoweredto become informed citizens who examine and question their made world.Seaton High School Information Handbook 2026 11'