The Kilvington Fair - Thank You

Sincere Thanks to the Kilvington Community

Jon Charlton, Principal 

'Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much.'– Helen Keller

As you are aware, one of the four pillars of a Kilvington education is the pillar of Community.  Our goal is to build a connected and giving community at Kilvington, a people of generous spirit, which is in line with our School motto, non nobis sed omnibus - not for our own, but other’s good. 

The amazing 2019 Kilvington Fair and Open Day, held the Saturday before last, could not have been a better expression of the strength of our connected and giving community. It was a perfect example of who we are as a people and what we continually strive to become. 

The contribution from our entire community was outstanding. Families supported the event by cooking and running food, jam and bake stalls; they volunteered their time to sell plants, books, toys and clothes and to run lucky games; helped to set up and pack up; sponsored rides and services – so we could provide them free of charge; donated items for our Silent Auction; and provided henna and face painting services.

Students gave up their Saturday and took families on School tours, performed musical items and helped out with a range of activities including hair beading and braiding, manicures and running experiences such as The Haunted House. Former students provided support on our Alumni and Sno-Cone Stalls.

Staff accompanied students on School tours, set up Faculty displays throughout the School to showcase the range of subjects and electives on offer at Kilvington, and provided support on a range of stalls and activities.

On the day, I had numerous conversations with people from within and outside our community.  One comment still resonates and will for some time - 'Your families get on so well and are so happy. What a wonderful group of people.'

Very special thanks to the energetic President of the PFA, Kirsten Brooks, and her tireless team, and the Kilvington Community Relations Officer, Deb Duce, who together coordinated the Fair.

 Additional thanks must go to our Maintenance Team: Pete, Frank, Bernie and Gary for their efforts in the lead-up and on the day.

To our whole community, I say thank you for your attendance on the day and for your contributions and efforts to make it such a success. I am thrilled that the PFA’s fundraising efforts of $32,000 will go towards upgrading play areas and landscaping. 

It is a wonderful privilege to be part of this community.