Vietnam Veterans Commemoration Assembly On Wednesday 31 st August the Year 12 VCAL students led a whole school assembly on the Secondary Campus. As part of their Personal Development Unit they undertook a partnership with the Greensborough RSL Vietnam Veterans to gain a deeper understanding of the hardships experienced by the veterans who fought in the Vietnam War. They heard deeply personal stories from John Joss and Hans Vanzwol who shared their experiences as young men on the battlefield and how their lives unfolded upon their return. Using this information, they created a presentation to raise other students ’ awareness and appreciation of the sacrifices of the veterans. Additionally the students were so moved by their learning that they undertook fundraising activities as part of their $20 Boss project and on the day of the assembly presented the proceeds to John and Hans.
The opportunity to lead and present to the whole school was a challenge for all of the students involved however they worked together to support each other during the planning phase, enabling them to speak and present confidently on the day. They truly lived up to their position as leaders in the school. As the inaugural Year 12 VCAL class they have set the bar high for future students as they seek opportunities to engage into community partnerships that benefit all stakeholders.
They shared general information about the impacts of war on the physical, mental and spiritual health as well as detailed information about the two veterans who so kindly shared their time and knowledge with the class. Students gave up their personal time on the weekend to attend the commemoration ceremony at Greensborough, laying a wreath on behalf of the school.
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