College News
Message from the College Principal
Hi everyone, our college Principal, Anthony Rodaughan, is currently in China on a whirlwind trip representing Kurnai and strengthening our connections with schools and families that send international students to study with us. I am acting principal in his absence.
Many events have taken place or are about to happen, as described below and throughout the newsletter. We thank all the incredible staff who have organised and run them. We also thank the students for the positive manner in which they participate and represent our college. We regularly receive feedback on how well our students engage in these events.
Term 4 is also traditionally the time when we recognise students' achievements over the year, and we have many ceremonies planned across all campuses to acknowledge our students' efforts. Please take note of the key dates section of this newsletter to ensure you are aware of when relevant events are occurring.
As well as concluding classes for semester 2, campus teams are also busy preparing for our Headstart program where we begin preparing students for 2025. This is an important part of our program and aids in a smooth start at the beginning of next year.
This week, we had our Year 12 Celebration Day. They have finished formal classes and are preparing for their next steps, whether that be exams, joining the workforce, or preparing for further education. A great day was had by all who came dressed in a variety of costumes. They enjoyed a cooked breakfast together before engaging in a couple of hours of fun activities, culminating in a colour run. We will farewell them more formally later in the year.
We wish all our students sitting exams in the next few weeks all the very best.
Matt Jobling
Acting College Principal
Gumbuya World
Kurnai College's Celebration Day this year will see all campuses come together on Wednesday 11th of December to celebrate the year of learning at Gumbuya World.
Students will be transported by bus from their 2024 home campus and will be returned to their home campus by 4pm. Subject to weather conditions, the activities available on the day include unlimited access to waterpark rides, amusement rides (excluding new rollercoasters) and the wildlife park.
Permission forms are now available on Compass. If you are having trouble accessing Compass or need a printed copy of the form, please contact the office. Students, please ensure you fill in your option for lunch on the form.
College-Wide Arts/Technology Night
Please join us for a celebration of creativity and innovation, featuring our talented Arts & Technology students from across the College. The evening will showcase a diverse array of student work, from across all year levels highlighting their accomplishments in Arts, Music, Drama, Media Studies, and various Technology disciplines, including Wood, Metal, and Food.
The event is scheduled for Tuesday 3rd December, 5pm - 7pm at Kurnai College, Morwell Campus. Please come along and support our amazing students and celebrate their success.
Cadets - 424SQN
Starlight Children's Foundation Fundraiser
Recently, cadets across Kurnai College from our 424SQN participated in the 4WG AAFC flying fit activity to raise money for the Starlight Foundation at their annual Wing Parade at RAAF Base Williams Point Cook.
Congratulations on a fantastic weekend, coming away with multiple awards, including “Top Fundraising Squadron”, “Top Individual Fundraiser” and “Best Vibe Squadron”.
LV FLO Campus
KYPP 10-Year Reunion
Since 2014, the Kurnai Young Parents Program has provided a secure and adaptable learning environment for young parents under 21, helping them complete their schooling while balancing the responsibilities of parenthood.
The recent 10-year reunion was a wonderful celebration of 10 years of KYPPs, a celebration of inspirational young women who, despite the demands of being a young parent, chose to make a better future for themselves and their children through education.
Music News
Kurnai’s Got Talent
We’re thrilled to announce that KGT is back for another year! This highly anticipated event provides an incredible platform for students to showcase their talents, compete for exciting prizes, and battle it out for the prestigious title of Kurnai's Got Talent Champion.
The KGT Grand Final is scheduled for Thursday 14th November, 6pm - 8pm at the Morwell Performing Arts Centre. Please join us for an unforgettable evening filled with talent.
Everyone is welcome, so bring your friends and family to support our amazing finalists!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Mr Chris Gretton
College Music Coordinator
Sports News
Athletics
Last term, a small but talented group of Kurnai College students competed against the best student-athletes this side of Melbourne's metropolitan areas at the Gippsland Track and Field Carnival at Joe Carmody Reserve Newborough.
Congratulations to Alyssa Cormack (YR9), who placed first in the high jump, Amira Moss (YR7), placing second in the shot put, and Skylah Russell (YR8), placing third in the shot put.
Alyssa qualified for the Victorian State Championships, held at the Lakeside Stadium at Albert Park, where she represented Kurnai College on Monday. She had a tough competition against the best high jump students for her age group in the state, placing 5th. Kurnai College is exceptionally proud of Alyssa and her achievements.
Congratulations Alyssa and all the athletes who have represented Kurnai College this year across various Interschool sporting events.
Kurnai Aspiring Athletes Program
Kurnai College, in partnership with Gippsland Sports Academy, launched the Kurnai Aspiring Athlete Program at the beginning of Term 3.
The program aims to increase opportunities for identified students to engage in a tailored strength and conditioning program that supports young athletes pursuing sporting excellence while building confidence, communication and leadership skills to take their performance in their chosen sport to the next level.
Applications for next year's intake will open on Monday 28th October and are due Friday 6th of December.
Students who wish to apply need to contact Jeff Derkacs (Morwell Campus) or Paris Werner (Churchill Campus).