Fat Tuesday!

On Tuesday, 4th March, our boys took some time out of their busy schedules to embrace the festive spirit of Mardi Gras with a creative craft session.  They designed and decorated their own vibrant Mardi Gras masks—a fun and artistic way to mark the end of this lively season.

Mardi Gras, which translates to “Fat Tuesday” in French, is a celebration that takes place before the start of Lent. Traditionally, it is a day of feasting and indulgence before the fasting period of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. The name “Fat Tuesday” comes from the custom of using up rich foods such as butter, eggs, and sugar before the fasting season.

Mardi Gras is known for its colourful parades, masks, music, and an atmosphere of revelry. It is especially famous in places like New Orleans, where the streets come alive with costumes, beads, and dancing. The holiday has its roots in French Catholic traditions but is now enjoyed by people of all backgrounds as a time of joy and festivity.

During our craft session, the boys let their creativity shine as they designed their own unique Mardi Gras masks. They experimented with bold colours, feathers, and glitter, taking inspiration from the traditional purple, green, and gold colour scheme, which symbolizes justice, faith, and power.

Thank you to Mrs Parker for organizing this fantastic session.