Grandparents and Special Friends

Day

Grandparents and special friends day was a wonderful experience for both young and old. The excitement levels in each class was contagious. Each class completed an activity or two which saw fantastic conversations between the students and their guests. This year we saw many visitors meeting face to face and others connecting via facetime reaching out to grandparents in Ireland, Russia and the Caribbean in Foundation alone. 

Classes interviewed grandparents about when they were at school and shared the differences that happen today. Some were very creative and made handprint collages, photo frames and some designed a keepsake mug. Others taught their grandparents and special friends how to make agamograph pop art.

Attending Mass together was a very special celebration. We had two grandmother’s share their experiences about what they love about being a grandparent. Many of the students shared with the community about what they love about their grandparents. There was a recurring theme of being spoilt by their grandparents by watching movies and eating treats. There was a sense of reverence and excitement in the church and the sounds of everyone singing was electric.

The grandparents and special friends ended their morning with a well deserved cup of tea and refreshments. We would like to thank everyone for their attendance. Celebrating our grandparents and special friends day is a lovely way to connect with family members and the day was cherished by all.