Year 6 lessons with Sr Sheila

Learning about Advent

Sr Sheila, one of our Dominican Sisters, came and visited us talking about Advent and why it is special. We learnt about the reality of the Nativity story and how it was very difficult for Mary and Joseph . During the visit of Sister Sheila we all made our own creative artworks featuring Christmas symbols such as, reindeers, christmas trees or stars. Learning about the lives of refugees and asylum seekers made us realise how lucky we are to have a happy Christmas with our families. Overall it was a fun and creative lesson and we really enjoyed learning more about Advent.

Isobel Thomas and Mikayla Tadros

Year 6AD Dadirri Meditation Space visit with Sr Sheila

On 21 November, class 6AD visited the Dadirri Prayer Space under the expert guidance of Sr Sheila. She shared her vision, her knowledge and her wealth of experience.  I really enjoyed our lesson with Sr Sheila in the Dadirri Prayer Space. I felt touched, knowing the meaning behind each of the glass windows she designed using Indigenous dot painting. We were asked our interpretation of each window before she shared her intention behind the design. I understood the way Sr Sheila designed the windows knowing the experiences and past of the Indigenous people. I was sympathetic, knowing that the sculpture signified the hands of a past Santa student who had passed.

Scarlett Chidiac

The Dadirri visit was a lovely experience. There were many things that I enjoyed, such as the explanation of the cross on the wall. I loved the window artworks and their significance to Sr Sheila. My favourite artwork would have to be GROWTH, as it reminded me that I am safe. Sr Sheila’s passion for her work was incredible and I really enjoyed listening to her.

Alessia Mastroianni

As soon as I stepped into the Dadirri Prayer Space, I felt a connection to God and I felt present with him. The space was calming and meaningful. The window artworks were carefully selected and I could interpret every one of them. The artworks reflected Indigenous history and acknowledged our First Nations peoples. Overall, I saw this visit as a time to reflect on how grateful we should be that we have such beautiful creations all around us. Thank you to Sr Sheila for sharing her beautiful artworks and thoughts.

Mia Sorial

I learnt that the Dadirri Prayer Space is a room of deep thinking. Dadirri also means living in the moment. After being in this room, I felt refreshed, like I was really living its meaning. Since the visit, I have been more open minded and insightful to nature, realising my journey as a human being.

Hayley Wong