Poppies in bloom as St Pius' students unveil Remembrance Day mural

ST Pius’ Primary School, Banyo Year 3 students proudly unveiled a vibrant mural of red and pink poppies, creating a tribute and paying their respects to Australia’s service members ahead of Remembrance Day. 

 The mural was part of RSL Queensland’s Draw to Remember initiative, with St Pius’ Primary School one of 177 schools across the state taking part in the meaningful project to honour Australia’s service members through art. 

 St Pius’ Primary School assistant principal religious education Kylie Williamson said, “over recent weeks, the students have worked together to perfect their poppy designs”. 

 “The students have been working hard to combine their individual poppy drawings into a unified moving tribute of respect and gratitude,” she said. 

 St Pius’ Primary School principal Peter Gordon said, “seeing it all come together in such a beautiful and meaningful way has been truly inspiring”. 

 “The mural stands as a testament to the students’ hard work and their heartfelt dedication to honouring those who have served.  

 “It’s wonderful to witness their pride in this shared creation.” 

Banyo RSL Sub Branch and citizens’ auxiliary member Bob Rogers was also in attendance for the mural unveiling. 

 Mr Rogers listened to the students’ reflections about the piece and also held a question-and-answer session, fielding questions about his career, the First and Second World Wars, and the enduring importance of Remembrance Day.  

 “Bob’s stories brought the history to life for our students, deepening their connection to Remembrance Day,” Ms Williamson said.

RSL Queensland’s Draw to Remember initiative is a creative Remembrance Day learning and commemoration activity for primary school students. 
 
The activity allows children to learn the significance of November 11 and express their learnings or personal Remembrance Day connections through chalk art.