The Arts

PERFORMING ARTS

African Dance Club Excursion

A refreshed sense of unity and respect

On 1 September, Academy’s African Dance club was fortunate enough to visit Simonds Catholic College, to teach students some of our newest dances. This excursion gave us a chance to appreciate the diversity and depth of one another's cultures through dance. Interactions like these can help build meaningful relationships between people from all walks of life. 

It was the perfect opportunity to make friends and learn from one another. Learning about and participating in each other's cultural activities can help create a more inclusive and welcoming school environment for all students. By teaching traditional dances and discussing cultural significance, you're also contributing to the preservation of cultural heritage. It ensures that these traditions are passed down to the next generation and are not forgotten. Excursions like these promote tolerance, respect, and unity among students. They also encourage a sense of pride in one's own culture while fostering an appreciation for others. It was a great example of how education can go beyond textbooks and classrooms to shape well-rounded individuals.

While at Simonds, we sat in a circle and shared stories from our various cultures, which was an enlightening experience. As we gather in this inclusive setting, our backgrounds come to life. Each person's story is unique. It serves as a reminder that regardless of our differences, we are all united by our shared experiences as human beings. 

In conclusion, our trip to Simonds was a changing and bringing-together experience. The African Dance group will take with us a refreshed sense of unity and respect for the many different cultures that make our world so wonderfully diverse as we depart from Simonds. We learned on this trip that by accepting our differences, we may discover strength and harmony, and it has motivated us to keep promoting our beautiful culture.

Adeng Kolong, Year 10 African Dance Student