Granville’s native fauna inspires students for special launch
Recognising Granville's rich heritage helped motivate Holy Family Primary East Granville in the creation of their new owl mascot 'Bukbuk', as part of an amazing day of activities to launch the school's Positive Behaviour Support for Learning (PBS4L) program.
In designing Bukbuk, the school community consulted with Catholic Education’s Jarara Indigenous Education Unit in choosing an owl, native to the area, as their school mascot.
Jarara's Julie Waddell and Joshua Sly attended the launch, leading students through a smoking ceremony and working with students to educate them in Aboriginal culture.
There were also plenty of other exciting activities for students to enjoy and to ensure parents and families wouldn't miss out, the school streamed many of the events online.
“Bukbuk is native to our area and the mascot was designed by students and Joshua Sly from Jarara,” said Principal Cheryl Fortini. “Students then engaged in Aboriginal art and sport led by the team from Play On.
They left wearing the owl masks they made after a picnic lunch.”
Cheryl was full of praise for how the students engaged with the day's activities.
"Thank you for representing our school and for being the amazing, kind, caring and innovative individuals that you are, each and everyone of you makes Holy Family what it is," she said.
The day left the students with plenty of enduring positive memories and lessons about the importance of positive behaviour in their education and environment.
It also reinforces the school's key mantra of 'Live Safely, Love Respectfully, Learn Daily'.
View photos from the mascot launch
Find out more about Holy Family Primary East Granville
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11 Sep 2025
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π R U OK? Day at Holy Family! π This morning we shared a beautiful staff breakfast together, starting our day with connection, care, and community. π₯βπ§ Our students are stepping into the day as part of special teams known as The Kindness Crew, The Sunshine Squad, The Helping Hands, The Feel-Good Friends, The Yellow Champions, and The Connection Collectors ππ€ each spreading positivity, smiles, and support across our school. At Holy Family, we are proud to shine a light on the importance of asking the question βR U OK?β and reminding one another that a simple conversation can change a life. π¬π πΏ Wellbeing is at the heart of who we are. Taking time to check in, show kindness, and nurture one another helps our whole community grow stronger, healthier, and more connected. πΏ β¨ Watch this space this afternoon as weβll be sharing photos of all the wonderful ways our students have been living out R U OK? Day together. πΈπ @Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
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π RU OK? Day 2025 π Today our school community came together to reflect, connect and grow π±. We engaged in a range of activities, learning the important messages of RU OK? Day π¬π. Through the parable of the mustard seed, students explored how something small can grow into something big β just like asking βAre you OK?β can plant seeds of hope, comfort and connection πΏβ¨. Students threw words of kindness π, became listening legends πβ, and reminded us that even small actions can make a big difference. We then shared a beautiful family picnic lunch π§Ίπ¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ before spending the afternoon writing colourful chalk messages of kindness around our school ποΈπ. π A huge thank you to our staff, families, and students for creating such a special day of care and community. Together, we grew a garden of compassion, kindness, and connection πΌπ±π.
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β³π The countdown is on β RU OK? Day is TOMORROW! πβ³ This is an important day to pause, check in with one another, and remember the power of a simple question: Are you OK? π¬π€ π Reminder: Students are invited to wear something yellow or black β a shirt, ribbon, or hat β to show their support π€π. We warmly invite our parents and families to join us for a picnic lunch at 1:30 pm, followed by a special afternoon activity with your child π§Ίπβ¨. Letβs come together as a community to celebrate kindness, connection, and wellbeing π #RUOKDay #StrongerTogether
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