{"id":11888,"date":"2025-03-27T00:02:52","date_gmt":"2025-03-26T13:02:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foodbank.org.au\/2025\/03\/27\/gleneagles\/"},"modified":"2025-10-01T11:31:33","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T01:31:33","slug":"gleneagles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foodbank.org.au\/gleneagles\/","title":{"rendered":"Gleneagles Stirring Up Success and Building Bonds"},"content":{"rendered":"

Gleneagles Secondary College: Stirring Up Success and Building Bonds<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/h1> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

The School Breakfast Clubs Program Cooking Classes at Gleneagles Secondary College have been a hit! \u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

It\u2019s not just about learning to cook; it\u2019s about bringing people together and creating lasting connections. The program has added even more variety to Gleneagles\u2019 offering, helping staff, students, and parents build stronger bonds. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

Teachers and staff have had the chance to get to know students and their families better, making the school feel even more like a supportive and inclusive community. Plus, students have made new friends, boosting their social skills and sense of belonging.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

\"Hanya's<\/a> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

Why Gleneagles loved it<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span> <\/h2>

Gleneagles Secondary College <\/span>sign<\/span>ed <\/span>up to <\/span>the Cooking Classes <\/span>program <\/span>to build stronger relationships within <\/span>the <\/span>school community. <\/span>\u201cW<\/span>e thought it was a great chance to build relationships.<\/span>\u201d said Sabrina, Youth Support Officer. \u201c<\/span>It also educate<\/span>s<\/span> families on the benefits of healthy eating and support<\/span>s<\/span> those families with extra food.<\/span>\u201d\u00a0<\/span> The<\/span> take home<\/span> hampers provide<\/span> families with<\/span> nutritious ingredients, helping put what they learn in class into practice<\/span> at home.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

\"Lena<\/a> <\/p> <\/div>

\"Girls<\/a> <\/p> <\/div>

\"Candice<\/a> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

Why the families loved it<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span> <\/h2>

Families love joining the Cooking Classes because it\u2019s a special time to bond. With everyone\u2019s busy schedules, it can be hard to find quality time together. The classes give parents and kids a chance to cook side by side, strengthening their relationships and creating wonderful memories.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

\u201cWe don\u2019t get to do too much together\u201d said Candice, mum of year seven student, Mya. \u201cMya\u2019s younger brother takes up a lot of my spare time, so this was a great way to do something that\u2019s just us\u201d.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

Students enjoy the Cooking Classes for many reasons. They learn how to cook, gain confidence in the kitchen, and get to take charge. This sense of ownership and responsibility is empowering, and it lets them guide their parents through the cooking process, flipping the usual roles and building mutual respect.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

Marwa, who is currently in Year 12 said she signed up to take part in Cooking Classes as she enjoys cooking and it \u201chelps her de-stress\u201d, while Lena, Year 7, signed up with mum to make new friends at the school.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

Youth Support Officer, Sabrina, shared touching stories from families about how the program has made a difference. One family, who used to rely on take away, now cooks healthy meals together at home. This change not only improves their nutrition but also helps their child develop better eating habits. Another family shared that dad had never cooked before, but through the program, he learned to cook with his daughter, creating a special bond and gaining a valuable new skill.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

Cooking at home\u00a0<\/span><\/b> <\/h2>

The families really appreciated the food hampers. Many have tried the recipes provided, as well as mixing it up with some of their own touches, while others are still exploring them. Budding chef Rida mixed it up, substituting some of the ingredients in the Rice Paper Rolls take home hamper to make a fusion meal for the family! <\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

The Cooking Class program at Gleneagles Secondary College has had a wonderful impact on the students and their families. By bringing them together, promoting healthy eating, and teaching valuable skills, it is an essential part of the school\u2019s efforts to support and engage families.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

\u00a0 <\/p>

\u00a0 <\/p> <\/div>

\"Rida<\/a> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Gleneagles Secondary College: Stirring Up Success and Building Bonds\u00a0 The School Breakfast Clubs Program Cooking Classes at Gleneagles Secondary College have been a hit! \u00a0 It\u2019s not just about learning to cook; it\u2019s about bringing people together and creating lasting connections. The program has added even more variety to Gleneagles\u2019 offering, helping staff, students, and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":105,"featured_media":12519,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[236,244],"tags":[15,116],"class_list":["post-11888","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","category-vic","tag-foodbank-victoria","tag-school-breakfast-club"],"acf":[],"formatted_date":"March 27, 2025","raw_html":"

Gleneagles Secondary College: Stirring Up Success and Building Bonds<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/h1> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

The School Breakfast Clubs Program Cooking Classes at Gleneagles Secondary College have been a hit! \u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

It\u2019s not just about learning to cook; it\u2019s about bringing people together and creating lasting connections. The program has added even more variety to Gleneagles\u2019 offering, helping staff, students, and parents build stronger bonds. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

Teachers and staff have had the chance to get to know students and their families better, making the school feel even more like a supportive and inclusive community. Plus, students have made new friends, boosting their social skills and sense of belonging.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

\"Hanya's<\/a> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

Why Gleneagles loved it<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span> <\/h2>

Gleneagles Secondary College <\/span>sign<\/span>ed <\/span>up to <\/span>the Cooking Classes <\/span>program <\/span>to build stronger relationships within <\/span>the <\/span>school community. <\/span>\u201cW<\/span>e thought it was a great chance to build relationships.<\/span>\u201d said Sabrina, Youth Support Officer. \u201c<\/span>It also educate<\/span>s<\/span> families on the benefits of healthy eating and support<\/span>s<\/span> those families with extra food.<\/span>\u201d\u00a0<\/span> The<\/span> take home<\/span> hampers provide<\/span> families with<\/span> nutritious ingredients, helping put what they learn in class into practice<\/span> at home.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

\"Lena<\/a> <\/p> <\/div>

\"Girls<\/a> <\/p> <\/div>

\"Candice<\/a> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

Why the families loved it<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span> <\/h2>

Families love joining the Cooking Classes because it\u2019s a special time to bond. With everyone\u2019s busy schedules, it can be hard to find quality time together. The classes give parents and kids a chance to cook side by side, strengthening their relationships and creating wonderful memories.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

\u201cWe don\u2019t get to do too much together\u201d said Candice, mum of year seven student, Mya. \u201cMya\u2019s younger brother takes up a lot of my spare time, so this was a great way to do something that\u2019s just us\u201d.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

Students enjoy the Cooking Classes for many reasons. They learn how to cook, gain confidence in the kitchen, and get to take charge. This sense of ownership and responsibility is empowering, and it lets them guide their parents through the cooking process, flipping the usual roles and building mutual respect.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

Marwa, who is currently in Year 12 said she signed up to take part in Cooking Classes as she enjoys cooking and it \u201chelps her de-stress\u201d, while Lena, Year 7, signed up with mum to make new friends at the school.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

Youth Support Officer, Sabrina, shared touching stories from families about how the program has made a difference. One family, who used to rely on take away, now cooks healthy meals together at home. This change not only improves their nutrition but also helps their child develop better eating habits. Another family shared that dad had never cooked before, but through the program, he learned to cook with his daughter, creating a special bond and gaining a valuable new skill.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

Cooking at home\u00a0<\/span><\/b> <\/h2>

The families really appreciated the food hampers. Many have tried the recipes provided, as well as mixing it up with some of their own touches, while others are still exploring them. Budding chef Rida mixed it up, substituting some of the ingredients in the Rice Paper Rolls take home hamper to make a fusion meal for the family! <\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

The Cooking Class program at Gleneagles Secondary College has had a wonderful impact on the students and their families. By bringing them together, promoting healthy eating, and teaching valuable skills, it is an essential part of the school\u2019s efforts to support and engage families.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/p>

\u00a0 <\/p>

\u00a0 <\/p> <\/div>

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