Events
Dubbo Connect
Kinross Wolaroi School warmly invites you to our ‘Connect’ Dubbo gathering on Saturday 11 May 2024 at Press Cafe and Wine Bar. Whether you’re part of our current school community, a future family, a member of our alumni, a past parent, or just curious about what makes Kinross Wolaroi School stand out, this is a great opportunity to connect with the school and members of the boarding team and executive.
WHEN | 6pm - 9pm Saturday 11 May 2024
RSVP | 5pm Tuesday 30 April 2024 – bookings essential
Please note: This is an adult event.
If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to contact Marketing Officer, Ellen Betts - ebetts@kws.nsw.edu.au.
Junior School Breakfast with the Principal
Junior School parents and carers are warmly invited to join the Principal, Dr Andrew Parry, for coffee and a light breakfast at a series of small, year group based events.
Each breakfast will be hosted at the Byng Street Boutique Hotel, located at 62 Byng Street, from 9am-10am. As numbers at each event are limited, bookings are essential - click on the links below to RSVP.
Pre Kinder | Thursday 16 May
Kindergarten and Year 1 | Tuesday 21 May
Year 2 and 3 (Tickets available soon!) | Tuesday 28 May
Year 4 and 5 (Tickets available soon!) | Tuesday 4 June
More information: Harriet Alker, Event Coordinator - halker@kws.nsw.edu.au
Junior School Mothers' and Significant Others' Day
The Junior School would like to invite all Mothers and Significant Others to a breakfast and classroom visits on Friday 10 May, from 8:00am to 9:15am.
This is a day for the Junior School students to thank and show appreciation to all women in their lives.
The day will begin with an 8:00am-8.45am breakfast served in the Glasshouse and Round Garden, followed by classroom visits from 8:45am - 9:15am.
No booking required, just come along!
If you have any questions, please contact Junior School Reception on junioroffice@kws.nsw.edu.au.
Class of 2019 Reunion
The Class of 2019 are warmly invited to celebrate their 5 Year Reunion on Saturday 11 May. Join us for optional tours of the PLC and Wolaroi Campus in the morning, followed by drinks and canapes at the Chesterfields Room, Hotel Canobolas.
Ticket Cost | $45 | Finger Food & Pizzas | Drinks available from the bar
Schedule for the day:
9:30am - 10:15am | PLC Campus Tour (optional)
10:30am - 11:30am | Wolaroi Campus Tour (optional) 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Chesterfields Room, Hotel Canobolas
RSVP | Wednesday 8 May - Bookings essential
This event is proudly supported by the Kinross Wolaroi School Ex-Students Association
More information: Harriet Alker, Event Coordinator & Alumni Officer at halker@kws.nsw.edu.au or 02 5319 0321.
Kindy Discovery Day
Join us for a delightful morning of exploration and fun at our Try Kinder Day on Thursday 23 May 2024! We're extending a warm invitation to local preschoolers and their parents to discover the vibrant learning environment of kindergarten at Kinross Wolaroi School.
This event offers a taste of everything our extraordinary Kindergarten has to offer. It's a chance for you and your child to immerse yourselves in the excitement of our program together.
During the event, you'll have the opportunity to meet our dedicated Kindergarten and specialist teachers. They're committed to recognizing and nurturing each child's unique potential within our small classes and supportive learning environment.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, 23 May 2024
Time: 9:00am – 11am
Location: Kinross Wolaroi Junior School
This event is free for all, and we look forward to welcoming you!
Please note: Parents must accompany the child at all times during the event. Events of the day may change without notice.
Golden Alumni Luncheon 2024
Graduates and partners from the Class of 1974 and earlier are warmly invited to our 2024 Golden Alumni Luncheon on Friday 24 May.
The day will include a tour of PLC, a tour of Wolaroi Campus, an archives display, a Golden Alumni Assembly in the Derek Pigot Auditorium, and a luncheon hosted at the beautiful Banksia Function Centre. Bus transfers will be available for those who do not wish to drive.
Program:
8:30am PLC Campus Tour (Optional)
10:00am Registration opens at the Derek Pigot Auditorium - Morning Tea and an archive display available for viewing
10:15am Bus transfer for those at the PLC Campus to Wolaroi Campus
10:30am Wolaroi Campus Tour
12:00pm Golden Alumni Assembly
12:30pm Bus transfer from Wolaroi Campus to Banksia Orange
1:00pm Golden AlumniLuncheon
3:00pm Luncheon Concludes | Bus transfer back to Kinross Wolaroi School
Please note that you are not expected to participate in all areas. Please use this guide of the day to join in when it best suits you.
RSVP | 15 May 2024 - Bookings are essential
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns by calling Harriet Alker at 5319 0321 or emailing halker@kws.nsw.edu.au
Boarder Parents' Weekend
Our Boarder Parents Committee have been busy putting together an exciting Boarder Parents' Weekend which will take place on Friday 24 May – Saturday 25 May. We encourage you to come along and renew old acquaintances and make some new friends!
Friday 24 May – Boarding Fathers' Golf Afternoon at Duntryleague
An opportunity to play golf on the beautiful Duntryleague Golf Course with other boarding dads. You will have the option to play either 18 or 9 holes during the afternoon, with tee-off times between 1.40pm – 2.20pm.
You will need to pay Duntryleague for your golf round on the day, but you will need to book and let us know your preferred tee-off time. To book for this event, please use www.trybooking.com/CROBR
Friday 24 May – Boarding Mothers' Lunch
We are holding a Boarding Mothers' Lunch at the Oriana Retro Hotel, Woodward Street Orange, commencing at 1.00pm.
This will be a two-course lunch, served in the Peacock Room, and will provide a chance to meet and talk with other mums over a delicious lunch.
You will need to book and pay in advance for this event at www.trybooking.com/CROCF
Friday 24 May and Saturday 25 May – Sport from the Sidelines
You will be able to see your children in action at the various hockey, netball, football and rugby fixtures being held around town, including a home rugby game as Kinross Wolaroi takes on Cranbrook School.
Saturday 25 May – Boarder Parent Drinks
We will finish our social activities for the weekend with Boarder Parent Drinks at the The Greenhouse, Orange Ex-Services Club, from 6.00pm – 9.00pm. Those of you who attended our drinks in previous years will know that they provide a great opportunity for new and returning parents to reconnect and make new friends in the Boarding community in a relaxed welcoming atmosphere. Canapes will be served, and drinks will be available for purchase from the bar.
You will need to book and pay for this event at www.trybooking.com/CROBE
Please note that all events are for adults only, and the RSVP date for all events is Monday 20 May.
We look forward to seeing you during the weekend!
Student Showcase 16 August
Technological and Applied Studies: Showcase of work from Year 7 to HSC
DPA, Friday 16 August, Term 3 Week 4
Open from Recess – 7:30pm
Official opening 6pm
This year, the TAS department are looking forward to showcasing the exemplary work coming out of all our subject areas with TAS Showcase extravaganza.
This showcase will be a chance for students, staff and community to engage with the whole breadth of work and projects from TAS students, Year 7-12. The showcase will be an interactive exhibition and including demonstrations of design, technology, technical skills, and innovation across the year groups, highlighting HSC projects, as the pinnacle of the skills developed across the subjects through Year 7 to 12.
The TAS showcase will open in the DPA from recess Friday 16 August, with the public welcome to visit throughout the day. Pre-ordered catering from our talented Hospitality students will be available if you would like to visit for lunch.
The official opening will take place at 6pm on Friday and the Showcase will close at 7:30pm.
- Year 12: Major works from IT Metal and D&T, Catering -Hospitality
- Year 11: Hospitality, IT, D&T- Hospo catering and lunch service/ finger food in the evening
- Year 10: Metal, STEM, Food, Textiles- displays and demonstrations
- Year 9: Timber, STEM, Computing Technology, Food, Textiles
- Year 8 Technology: timber, food and textiles technology- display and demonstrations
- Year 7 Technology: digital/textile technologies, timber and engineering- parade and demonstrations