St Stithians Grade 7 girls share their identities in documentary films
Through a cross-curricular project on self-identity, Grade 7 students from St Stithians Girl's Preparatory shared powerful personal stories at Beyond the Mirror, an inspiring celebration of growth and expression.
The Grade 7 girls at St Stithians Girls’ Preparatory hosted a heartwarming film festival, marking the end of an in-depth learning journey into the theme of self-identity. Titled: Beyond the Mirror, the event was a celebration of the students’ exploration of the question: What makes me, me?
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Through this cross-curricular project, the girls examined how people, places, and events shape who they are. The unit brought together a variety of subjects, giving each student the chance to express their identity in a meaningful and personal way.
The highlight of the project was the My Identity documentary films, which each student created and proudly showcased at the festival. Parents and guests were treated to a red carpet experience as they arrived to watch the girls’ films and creative work on display.
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The students explored identity through many forms of expression. In English and additional languages, they wrote thoughtful and touching poems. In history, they created podcasts about inspiring women who have influenced their views. Geography classes saw them sharing generational stories, while in natural sciences, they researched their family trees through genealogy. In art, they carved linocut portraits reflecting self-image, and in design & technology, they crafted unique jewellery pieces to represent their identities.
The film festival was not just a school event; it was a celebration of storytelling, bravery, and creativity. Parents shared their pride as they viewed their daughters’ work, and the girls embraced the evening with excitement and joy.
St Stithians Girls’ Preparatory has once again shown how education can be both personal and powerful. The Beyond the Mirror project encouraged reflection, creativity, and confidence skills that will stay with the students long after the red carpet is rolled up.
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