Nate Delamere (sports captain), Charlotte Collins (captain), Matilda Hicks (prefect), Archie Rhodes (prefect) and Delila Boyd (vice captain).
Corowa Public School’s Open Garden Day held last week proved to be a remarkable success as community members, students, and staff came together to celebrate the school’s lush and educational gardens.
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Attendees had the chance to wander through the beautifully designed gardens, enjoy a delightful morning tea, and gain insight into the school’s innovative programs that promote sustainability and education.
The school’s hall was also adorned with a vibrant display of flowers, roses, and native plants with hospitality students from Corowa High School graciously served morning tea to the visitors.
The school has worked diligently to create themed gardens that enhance classroom teaching and provide students with immersive learning experiences.
Over 80 guests enjoyed the Corowa Public School Open Garden Day last week.
One of the standout features was the Yindyamarra Garden at the front of the school, an authentic Indigenous Garden teeming with Bush Tucker plants. Its purpose is to educate students about the culture, food, and storylines of the First Nations People.
During the previous term, the school had the privilege of collaborating with Indigenous Artist Mr Darren Wighton, who assisted students in painting story poles to complement the garden’s plantings.
The ANZAC Memorial Garden, located at the heart of the school, serves as a serene place of reflection, paying tribute to the sacrifices made by Australians for the cause of freedom. Students find solace and camaraderie in this special space.
At the rear of the school, the Grant Oliver Memorial Garden is brimming with native plants, creating a haven for birds and small animals.
This environmental garden aims to teach students about sustainability and the importance of caring for river land. Situated in close proximity to the Murray River, the garden served as the site for students to plant native shrubs on National Tree Planting Day.
Principal Helen Duncan was delighted by the success of the Open Garden Day and the school’s overarching mission.
“Corowa Public School has been on a long journey with our school environment and, in particular, the gardens,” she said.
“Mrs Chris Munro has successfully obtained many grants over the years, and we’ve received support from organizations like Federation Council, Woolworths Landcare, Charles Sturt University, the NSW Premier’s Department, the NSW Teachers Federation, the NSW Environmental Trust, Dr. Jane Goodall, Murrumbidgee Local Health, and the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program.
“To celebrate the successes of the work done throughout the school gardens, we decided to hold our school’s first ‘Open Garden Event.’
“We were keen to invite community members to come to the school and see for themselves our beautiful learning environment. We were overwhelmed by the success of the day, with over eighty people in attendance. While talking with our visitors, it was evident that it had been many years since some members of the general community had been into the school, and they were most impressed by what they had seen.”
Helen Duncan expressed her deep gratitude to Mrs Munro, the many volunteers, and Federation Council for their support in making the Open Garden Day a resounding success.
