What better way to acknowledge the solstice than to spend time on Country with Uncle Lex?
Ceremony and culture shared, lanterns created, food shared around the fire, stories told, and a cold night endured. I woke to a frozen tent and a world of mist rising from the river, the sunrise colouring the sky as we stoked the fire. There were pancakes cooked on the BBQ and hot chocolate to warm us, before heading to the kangaroo rock to listen to stories and Country.
There is so much to learn from listening, listening to the Elders around us, listening to Country. I came away with a feeling of renew connection, I hope the young folk did too!
Please click the following link to watch a video designed and created by Year 7 student Jarrah https://vimeo.com/1096754890?share=copy
Sarah has a B. Arts (UN) and a Master of Teaching (UNE). She works both as a teacher and as student support throughout the school.
“One of the most exciting things when working to support students, is when they find something that they are passionate about, that they really connect to. Finding ways to support their engagement and the depth of their learning is incredibly rewarding. As a teacher, it is a pleasure to be working in an environment where creativity, critical thinking and a real sense of love for the world is valued and imbues all you do”.
