Forbes North Students participate in a Yarning Circle in 2022 NAIDOC celebration.
Staff and students at Forbes North Public School will be recognising the role Aboriginal Elders play within our community through a range of activities planned for our School NAIDOC week which will run from June 26th to 30th. Across all generations Elders have played, and continue to play, important roles as they share knowledge, culture, singing and dancing, land management and politics to name a few.
The week of activities begins with a smoking ceremony on Monday. On Tuesday students will take part in a range of activities including art, storytelling, games, beading and weaving, and caring for land and water activities. Students will be wearing their sporting house colours and take part in creating an image of the Aboriginal flag and Torres Strait Islander flag.
Wednesday will see all students visiting the School Kitchen to make and sample Johnny Cakes. Thursday the Forbes North Wiradjuri Choir will perform at local schools. Friday will see Forbes High School and Forbes North come together to take part in Girri-Girri sports.
Families and communities are encouraged to keep an eye on the School newsletter for information about opportunities to visit their children and take part in NAIDOC activities during the week. The newsletter can be viewed on the Schools Facebook page, online on the School website or by contacting the School 6852 2187.