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Harmony the key word at Glenwood High School

GLENWOOD High School turned into a riot of colour and culture with their recent Harmony Day proving a big hit with the students and staff.

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GLENWOOD High School turned into a riot of colour and culture with their recent Harmony Day proving a big hit with the students and staff.

Showcase, which featured performances from indigenous students and others groups, including Greek, African, Pacific Island and Indian, was the most popular event.

A multicultural food fair, a visit by guide dog Shelley to all age groups and student-led lessons for Years 7 and 8 were among the other highlights.

Students in Punjabi costumes.
Students in Punjabi costumes.
The African dancing group.
The African dancing group.
The Aboriginal dancers.
The Aboriginal dancers.
Arabic dancer Nicky Rahimi.
Arabic dancer Nicky Rahimi.
Ali Raza sings during the show.
Ali Raza sings during the show.
Stephanie Villamonte belts out a number.
Stephanie Villamonte belts out a number.

Year 10s Aryan Singh and Year 11’s Charlotte Dawson said Harmony Day has always been an event they looked forward to each year.

“To me, Harmony Day is a day of celebrating our schools’ diverse multiculture, and having acceptance for everyone no matter what your background is,” Aryan said.

Year 12 Arabic dancers: Nicky Rahimi, Tiana Jaber, Irene Eskandar and Yasmin Girgis.
Year 12 Arabic dancers: Nicky Rahimi, Tiana Jaber, Irene Eskandar and Yasmin Girgis.

“Also it’s an opportunity to experience other cultures through amazing traditional performances and delicious cultural cuisine.

Students in African costumes.
Students in African costumes.
Year 12 Punjabi dancers.
Year 12 Punjabi dancers.
The Aboriginal dancers.
The Aboriginal dancers.

“Harmony Day at Glenwood High is a great day and I always look forward to it each year.”

Charlotte Dawson added: “Harmony Day is something I look forward to all year, seeing everyone’s traditional dress, and tasting food of different countries.

“It really does create a more harmonious atmosphere, and I am proud to be apart of it every year.”

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