National Holocaust Memorial Day is a significant occasion observed in many to honour the memory of the millions of people who suffered and lost their lives during the Holocaust. We hope by promoting this year’s theme of ‘Bridging Generations’ within school, it will remind staff and pupils that the responsibility of remembrance lives through all of us.
Miss Archer, Teacher of History said:
”This week our pupils have reflected on the atrocities of the Holocaust during assembly. As we commemorate the 81st anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, we honoured those who suffered and considered how the ‘Bridging Generations’ theme encourages us all to engage actively with the past. There were a number of books available in the LRC too. Our pupils listened to survivor testimonies, engaged with poetry and reflections, and explored the importance of standing up against prejudice and injustice. At John Taylor, we believe that education is key to ensuring the mistakes of the past are not repeated. These assemblies encouraged students to think about the role they play in shaping a world to ‘listen, learn and carry lessons forward’. We encourage families to continue these important conversations at home. By working together, we can help our young people build a future where everyone is treated with dignity and compassion’’.
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