Tuesday, 5 April 2022

St Peter Julian Eymard Primary School

Mr HODGETT: I also wish to speak about my recent visit to St Peter Julian Eymard Primary School, Mooroolbark, where I spoke with years 5 and 6 class students about Parliament, democracy and my role as a local MP. The classes have recently been studying a unit with a focus on democracy and the different levels of government. I was delighted to meet school captains Ariel and Claire, who greeted me and showed me around before taking me to the classrooms. Both Ariel and Claire showed an enthusiasm and excitement around the subject and gave me a warm welcome to their school. I enjoyed sharing my knowledge and experience with the class and fielding their many questions. As both the local MP and Shadow Minister for Education it was wonderful to be back out again visiting students and seeing the marvellous work our teachers are doing. I wish the students well. To Claire, who wants to be an engineer, and Ariel, who I think said she wants to be a vet and work with animals, thank you both for your time and warm welcome to SPJs.