By Renate Rivers

Culture Day at Maluafou, an impressive display

The EFKS Senior College at Maluafou was a hive of activity today, with the hosting of their annual Culture Day on campus grounds.

This year, the year 12 and 13 students were celebrating the culture of Samoa with speech competitions, dancing, traditional ceremony and cooking display that showcased their impressive skills.

The four school houses – Salamasina, Salevalasi, Taufau and Nafanua – took turns competing in speeches, dancing, an ava ceremony and wowing the crowd of proud parents and teachers.

The importance of showcasing what the students have learnt is the drive behind the Culture Day, said Principal Reverend Ieremia Leau.

“With Samoan being compulsory in the curriculum, we try to teach the students how best to apply what they learn here and transition that to real world situations, so this culture day is just another platform for them to test the waters.”

He said the Senior College alternates the annual programme between English Day and Samoan Day. 

“The same format applies, where students compete in speeches and performances in the English language.”

Rev Leau believes that the foundation for a successful life after high school relies on the ability to communicate in both Samoan and English, and especially in understanding and maintaining the cultural significance of Samoan tradition.

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