For Years 7-10 First Nation Students
in Catholic Schools (all Regions)
Thriving People Event:
'We are living, learning and playing on Kaurna Land'
Thursday 31 October 2024
Venue: Living Kaurna Cultural Centre,
Warriparinga Way, Bedford Park
Time: from 10.00am-2.00pm
ABOUT THE EVENT:
Years 7-10 First Nations Students in Catholic Schools and their teachers are invited to this Thriving People Primary Event, which will be held on Thursday 31 October.
The immersive event will be held at the Living Kaurna Cultural Centre, Warriparinga Way, Bedford Park. A culturally significant location that is adjacent to Flinders University. This is a significant opportunity for First Nations students to build relationships, celebrate together and learn about their cultures and identities. Students and teachers will experience a range of activities that are designed to provide opportunities to learn new things and for students to connect with each other. On completion of the Thriving People event, students will return to school.
REQUIREMENTS:
Students will be required to wear their sports uniform and are asked to bring their hat, sunscreen, a water bottle and snacks/recess. Please ensure students bring hats and sunscreen for outdoor activities. A BBQ Lunch will be provided. Dietary requirements for students to be included in the student consent form.
Teachers are asked to bring their school First Aid Kit, mobile phone, and to wear their school badges. Signed consent forms and an attendance list will be kept by teachers.
Schools will be responsible for their own transport arrangements and costs.
REGISTRATION:
Registration for this event is completed by entering one registration per school and entering the number of students and teachers attending in the boxes when prompted. It is also important to include when prompted the main contact person at the school for this event.
An email will be sent to Focus Teachers with the student consent form, full itinerary of the day and a map.
Registrations close at 5.00pm on Tuesday 22 October 2024
EVENT ENQUIRIES: Geoff Aufderheide, Aboriginal Education Advisor on 8301 6107 or via email at geoff.aufderheide@cesa.catholic.edu.au
REGISTRATION ENQUIRIES:
Margaret Bressan at margaret.bressan@cesa.catholic.edu.au
