Harmony Week held deep significance for the school’s multicultural community, reinforcing the importance of inclusiveness and celebrating cultural diversity.
Calista Campus commenced the week with a beautiful Chapel service with a performance by a Pre Primary class and Harmony Week parade, transforming the outdoor spaces into a vibrant celebration of music, colour and joyful movement. A special mention to Miss Jacob and Mrs Carroll for their dance moves and energy, making the atmosphere uplifting, with a strong sense of unity and celebration felt across the Campus.
On Wednesday, the Junior School courtyard came alive with conga lines weaving energetically through the space. A highlight of the parade was a student performing on the traditional Indian Dhol drum, whose rhythmic accompaniment added a dynamic and memorable element to the festivities.
Junior School students enriched the celebrations by sharing games from their home countries with their classmates, reflecting on childhood experiences and traditions. This initiative fostered a shared sense of global play while reinforcing the importance of developing global citizenship. These games continued to be explored in classrooms, alongside learning about the countries represented within the school community. Students also engaged in discussions about the origins of their names and shared greetings from the diverse language groups within the school.
Throughout the week, the Prefects facilitated a range of engaging lunchtime activities for Senior School students, including a sports competition, collaborative art project, language lessons and a multicultural performance. On Wednesday, the whole school gathered for a concert that featured a preview of the upcoming The Addams Family Musical. This was complemented by music representing the diverse cultural backgrounds within the school, creating a joyful and inclusive environment. It was inspiring to see students confidently take to the stage to celebrate their cultures, supported by an enthusiastic and encouraging audience. On Friday, the City of Kwinana Zone Youth team visited as part of Feel Good Fridays, delivering a special Harmony Week activity that was warmly received by students.
The café contributed to the celebrations by offering a variety of international dishes throughout the week, with buffalo chicken wings proving especially popular among students.
Harmony Week held deep significance for the school’s multicultural community, reinforcing the importance of inclusiveness and celebrating cultural diversity. We sincerely thank our parent community for their valued support throughout the week, whether by supporting the café, encouraging cultural dress, or attending the parades. Their involvement and engagement greatly enriched the celebrations and were truly appreciated.