Mount View High School Triumphs at NSW Youth Week Cooking Competition
Mount View High School's strong ties with the local community have continually enriched our students' educational experiences, allowing them to engage in activities that extend beyond traditional learning. One such event was recently hosted at Mount View High School as part of NSW Youth Week, facilitated by TAS faculty teacher Ms. Linda Freeman. The annual ‘My School Rules’ competition brought together students from various schools in the area for a practical and exciting cooking showdown. This year's competitors included Mount View High School, Cessnock High School, Kurri Kurri High School, and Alesco. Mount View High School has a history of strong performances in this competition, having secured 2nd place in both 2017 and 2019, and 3rd place in 2021. This year, the Mount View team was composed of Year 10 Food Technology students: Olivia Pollock, Kayala Jaccups, Sienna Jopp, Emily Jackson, and Chloe Pritchard. These talented students were put to the test with four challenging tasks.
The first three challenges, each 30 minutes long, required the teams to create a mocktail, tacos, and a chocolate extravaganza. For the final challenge, teams had two hours to prepare a meal suitable for a family on a budget, considering dietary needs and cost-effectiveness.
Mount View High's team stood out for their thoughtful approach and culinary skills, particularly in the final challenge. Their well-planned and expertly presented dish impressed the judges, allowing them to secure victory over strong competition from Cessnock High School.
The final score for Mount View High was an impressive 184.5 points, earning them 1st place in the 2024 competition. This win is testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, as well as the supportive environment fostered by our community and faculty.
Congratulations to Olivia, Kayala, Sienna, Emily, and Chloe for their outstanding achievement. Your effort and excellence have made Mount View High School proud.