Year 5 Community Service – Kids Giving Back

On 10 September 2024, Year 5 had the incredible opportunity to participate in the Kids Giving Back excursion, an experience that not only honed their cooking skills but also taught them valuable lessons about giving back to the community. As part of the Cook for Good program, the girls worked hard to prepare 181 meals which were delivered immediately after they were made. The menu included a variety of dishes such as a Moroccan curry, chicken green curry, and fresh fruit skewers.

This experience was not just about learning to cook; it was about understanding the importance of caring for others, especially those facing homelessness. By actively participating in this program, the students were able to see firsthand how small acts of kindness can have a significant impact.

Through the program’s E.A.R. initiative (Educate, Act, Reflect), the students learned about the causes and effects of homelessness, emphasising how vital it is to support those in need. They were empowered to become socially minded citizens, and this experience sparked a sense of gratitude. As one of the girls reflected at the end of the excursion, “I am grateful that I go to a school that likes to give back.”

This excursion greatly enhanced the girls’ sense of responsibility toward the community, guiding them on their journey to becoming compassionate young leaders in the Primary.

Kristy Williams and Gillian Gardner
Year 5 Teachers