LEAP Students Hit the Ground Running at Murdoch University
Lakeland Senior High School’s Elite Athlete Program (LEAP) has had an action‑packed term, with students from Years 7–10 diving into real‑world sports science through hands‑on sessions at Murdoch University.
Under the guidance of university staff, students explored everything from heart‑rate testing and respiration measurement to nutrition literacy, muscle mapping, and even force plate biomechanics.
Year 7 students examined how movement keeps communities healthy, while Year 8 students collected and analysed their own performance data.
Year 9 explored how bones, joints and muscles work together, paired with practical nutrition workshops.
Year 10 students stepped into advanced territory, trialling biomechanical testing equipment and applying principles of fair play, skill acquisition and movement science.
Across the workshops, our LEAP cohort demonstrated teamwork, curiosity and impressive scientific thinking, a powerful start to their journey in sport, health and human performance.
‘Inspiring excellence through movement, science and opportunity’.
LEAP Students Achieve Nationally Recognised Touch Football Accreditation
Students in the Lakeland Elite Athlete Program (LEAP) have successfully completed their Level 1 Touch Football Officiating Accreditation through Touch Football WA. This annual qualification is a key feature of the LEAP Touch Football and Sport Science program, equipping students with practical officiating skills alongside an industry-recognised credential.
We extend our sincere appreciation to Touch Football WA for their ongoing support and valued partnership, which continues to strengthen authentic pathways and real-world opportunities for our students.
Student Creativity in Action: Specialist Music Technology Program
Year 9 students Kaden and Conrad have been working in the studio to write and produce an original hip hop track for the upcoming North Harrisdale Music Tour, as well as submitting their piece to the triple j Unearthed High competition:
Our Year 11 Certificate IV Music students are developing advanced industry skills through hands-on experience with professional video editing software, DaVinci Resolve, and leading digital audio workstations including Fender Studio 8, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and Reaper. As part of their learning, students will begin sharing regular updates and showcasing their work from within the Specialist Music Technology Program.
Stay connected and follow our students’ creative journey by subscribing to the Lakeland SHS Music YouTube channel for exciting content coming soon:
https://www.youtube.com/@LakelandSHSMusicDept
