Grenfell Public School (GPS) students and staff celebrated NAIDOC day last Friday, September 14, with a number of special events and indigenous activities being held throughout the day.
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Well known Grenfell identity Terry Carroll delivered the Acknowledgment to Country prior to the commencement of the festivities.
GPS students, parents, staff and members of the community were treated to a performance from The Henry Lawson High School Aboriginal Dance Group led by Troy Mehrton, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all those in attendance.
Donna Haines, who is a Wiradjuri Language teacher, spoke about the 2018 NAIDOC theme “Because of her, we can” before giving students the opportunity to learn a few Wiradjuri words.
Forbes High School’s “Girri Girri” students, Aboriginal Education Officer Barry Merritt and Forbes High teacher Sarah Kelly coordinated some Traditional Aboriginal games for the GPS students.
Attendees were also entertained with live music from GPS teacher Brent Cartwright. Students then had the chance to try some Traditional Aboriginal Johnny Cakes and learned to make braided bracelets with GPS teacher Leonie Forfar.
GPS principal Michele Morley said she was especially proud of her students for being engaged and enthusiastic throughout the rotation of activities during the day. “We had some terrific feedback from grandparents, parents, staff and students which we will implement next year to make our event even better,” said Ms Morley.
