DUGS Day: Dads, Uncles, Grandfathers and Significant others celebrated

AHEAD of Fathers Day on Sunday, September 3, Singleton Public School students got to invite their dads, uncles, grandfathers and significant others into their school ground for an afternoon of fun.

The school hosted DUGS day on Friday afternoon, September 1 to celebrate "all the wonderful people in their students lives".

Dads, Uncles, Grandfathers and Significant were able to enjoy a sausage sizzle and a fun afternoon of activities in the sunshine.

Brendan Pinch with his daughter Alexa Pinch who is in kindergarten.

Kerry Dries with his granddaughter Samantha who is in year one.

Bray and Matthew Morgan with family friends Matthew and Elle Palmowski.

Alf Buckley with his granddaughter Maddy Boytes.

Dad Russell Dodd with his kids Manaia, Octavia and Phoenix.

Craig Vernon with his daughter Charlotte who is in kindergarten.

Traves Burrell-Stevens with Izaiah Onsow who is in year one.

Dads were playing sporting activities with their kids.

Dad Brendan Pitch was visiting his daughter Alexa, who is in kindergarten.

"It's so good to see people come in and spend time with their kids and get to see what they do in and outside of the classroom," he said.

"Especially after COVID, you appreciate it that bit more."

Grandfather Alf Buckley was visiting her granddaughter Maddy Botes in year three and his daughter Cassandra, who is a teacher at the school.

"It's just a great opportunity to get involved with them at school," he said.

From a high-kicking competition to footy, a disco and handball, the playground was buzzing with children's laughter as they spent time with their loved ones.