In Term 2, Year 10 students were learning about New Zealand’s participation in World War I and II as well as our role as peacekeepers. We were very privileged to have Mrs Glynan bring in her Poppa’s medals that he earned for his contribution to World War One.
Tanaka Mharakura 10B1 was overwhelmed with what Mrs Glynan shared with us. His reaction to what he heard and saw was a “wow” moment for me as a teacher. These were his thoughts:
“After seeing these images and awards and truly comprehending what I saw, I have been left intrigued. Individuals, a century ago, were willing to sacrifice their dreams and aspirations, their freedom, and their safety so that we could have peaceful lives. I am certain that people of the same age in this modern day would flee from the things that these people willingly participated in. The images and awards aren’t just museum artefacts; they are a reflection of commitment.”
~ Mrs Bottom, Social Studies Teacher