HUMANITIES

Local Anzac Day Commemorations

Many thanks to Kieran McKernan (Year 12) and Nick Rowe (Humanities Captain) for their participation in local Anzac Day commemorations.

Kieran attended the Lilydale RSL’s Dawn Service and laid a wreath on behalf of students and staff.

Nick attended Montrose’s service and made a speech on behalf of the school:

“ANZAC day marks the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, landing in Gallipoli in WW1.  But it signifies so much more than that. It is a day to honour and remember those who have served and protected our country and recognise the thousands of people serving within the Australian Defence Force today.

Having lived in a time of relative peace in Australia throughout my lifetime, it can often be hard for many people in my generation to conceive of a time in which groups of nations fought to protect their country and way of life. But even after the First and Second World Wars, the Gulf War and various other conflicts passed behind us, it is important for us to remember and acknowledge how the sacrifices of those men and women have allowed us to live such prosperous lives.  Because of this, I think it’s very important to help educate the emerging youth of today on the importance of the day.

My school, Lilydale High School, for example held a student led ANZAC Day assembly yesterday (Wednesday 24 April), which focused on helping to inform students about various parts of ANZAC Day tradition, such as the laying of wreaths, the Last Post, the Ode and ANZAC badges.  Undertakings like this, can help younger generations understand the reasons for why, we take this time every year to stop and remember those that have given so much to allow for the bright future we have today.”

Lest we forget.

Nick Rowe

Whole School Assembly

On Wednesday 24 April, during Period 2,  the whole school gathered together in the stadium to remember and honour all those who fought to protect our land. 

During a meaningful presentation from our Student Leadership Team,  our students took the time to reflect on the ANZAC spirit and appreciate their freedom and national pride for the ANZAC's.

Kristy Mays

Humanities Teacher