Little Long Walk
What a fantastic event we had out at Staughton Vale at the end of Term 2, where we brought together both the Woodlea and Maddingley Prep cohorts alongside the ELC students. Despite the cold and windy conditions, it proved to be an enjoyable and memorable experience for everyone involved. It was a significant achievement, and an impressive sight to see such a large group come together for this special occasion.
Inspired by Michael Long’s 2004 walk to Canberra, the Little Long Walk is a special opportunity to learn about Indigenous culture, promote reconciliation and honour the ongoing journey toward unity and respect.
One of the highlights was seeing the students so engaged in small reading groups exploring Indigenous stories. This was followed by the powerful Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony, which added a meaningful cultural element to the day.
The students also took part in the Little Long Walk, proudly carrying our vibrant, eye-catching banners. A special thank you to Mrs Cassar for leading the creation of these bold and beautiful banners with the Prep classes. They made a fantastic impact on the event, and Aunty Glenda was particularly impressed with the effort and quality put into them.
The day concluded with the annual planting of the Preplemon-scented gum tree at Staughton Vale and decorating handprints, allowing students to reflect on and share their understanding of the significance of the event.
Keep an eye out on Schoolbox for all the photos from this event
Mrs Kylie McKerrow – Head of Prep Maddingley, Mrs Sally Savic – Assistant Principal: Head of Junior School Woodlea
