Dear PPN Community,  

On a beautiful Thursday, November 2nd, Prescott Primary Northern (PPN) joined the global movement of "Outdoor Classroom Day," a day dedicated to celebrating outdoor play and learning. It was a day of connecting with nature, promoting health, well-being, and personal development for our students. To make the most of this opportunity, we decided to hold our chapel service outdoors, offering a unique and engaging way for our students to interact with the Exodus event and learn about Moses leading the children of Israel out of oppression in Egypt. 

Our journey began with Mr. Ackland, one of our school chaplains, sharing the Exodus story, explaining the significance and the key events that took place.  

Our students then eagerly embarked on a series of activities that brought the Exodus story to life. They first participated in running races, symbolizing the readiness and urgency emphasized in the Bible. Just as God had instructed the Israelites to be prepared for their journey, our students felt the importance of being ready, set, and going. Soon after they reenacted the plague of frogs by racing each other in a giant game of leapfrog! 

The next challenge was crossing the Red Sea, a powerful visual representation of one of the most iconic moments in the Exodus story. Walking on big blue tarps, they reenacted the miraculous parting of the Red Sea by God though Moses. 

The students then tackled a team-building puzzle together, highlighting the need for unity and cooperation, qualities that the Israelites had to learn during their journey. Our young learners experienced firsthand the value of working together to overcome obstacles. 

As part of the activities, students were given different coloured armbands, each representing the various tribes of Israel. The purpose was to embrace diversity and acknowledge the unique characteristics of each tribe. This diversity was celebrated in group-based games that incorporated the coloured bands, emphasizing how unity can be achieved through appreciating our differences. 

To wrap up, Pr. Roland, another one of our school chaplains, addressed the students and teachers, expressing how awesome it was to see their enthusiastic participation in this unique chapel service. The service concluded with a special moment where a handful of our student chaplains had the privilege to pray over their fellow students, seeking blessings and guidance for their educational journey.  

In celebrating Outdoor Classroom Day, we hope to impart the values and life lessons found within the Bible to our students. These experiences are not merely activities; they are opportunities for our students to grow spiritually and personally.

Thank you for your continued support in making PPN a place of holistic education and growth for our students. 

With warm regards 

Toby Ackland