Renmark High School recently welcomed a group of pre-service teachers from the University of Adelaide over the last week, who observed our classes, interacted with teachers and supported students where possible, as a part of their studies.

One of the teachers, Nargis, was very enthusiastic to meet with our Afghan background students.

In light of the unfolding of events in Afghanistan over recent weeks, she was particularly interested in meeting our students to speak with them in Dari, their first language, about the impact this situation has had on them, particularly as most still have family living in parts of the country.

A minority group in rural South Australia, it was truly a wonderful opportunity for our Afghan students to be able to connect with someone from their community here in Australia studying to become a teacher.

As a parting gesture, Nargis made each of the girls a small gift. Mariam, Shikabah and Sakinna were all very surprised, yet delighted and grateful for such a kind, thoughtful gesture.

One of the most wonderful aspects of our Renmark High School community is our rich and diverse multicultural student population, from which all students and staff benefit, learn and grow. As a teacher at Renmark High School, I was immensely proud to support the facilitation of this lovely interaction and exchange between our students and pre-service teachers in the classroom.

Jasmine Sotiroulis - French & Spanish Teacher