Cultural Diversity 

Our community is celebrating and recognising important annual cultural and religious events in coming weeks. This was an opportunity to learn more about our rich and diverse student cohort by learning about the significance of their observations. 

Ramadan Mubarak.

A peaceful, meaningful, and blessed Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim students and families.

Lunar New Year

The International Student program held a small celebration to mark the commencement of the Year of the Horse. Chinese-background students explained how they celebrate this special event. 

Hi everyone,

Happy Chinese New Year! I’m really excited to share a little about this special celebration with all of you.

Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival, is the most important holiday in China and . It’s a time when families come together, enjoy lots of food, and wishing for a happy year ahead. During Chinese New Year, older family members give red envelopes to younger family members as a wish for good luck and happiness.

Some fun facts about Chinese new year:

• Many families eat dumplings, because their shape looks like ancient gold and means good luck with money
• Red is everywhere because it represents luck and happiness
• Firecrackers and fireworks are used to scare away bad luck and welcome the new year

2026 is the Year of the Horse, which means energy, confidence, and freedom , kind of like a fresh start for all of us!

Even though I’m celebrating far from home this year, being here with my school friends makes me feel happy and connected. Sharing our traditions is a great way to learn about each other and have fun together.

I hope this new year brings everyone happiness, health, and success. Happy Chinese New Year!

Rachel Nguyen, Bong Vu, Christina Yu and Ariel Yang