School Highlights
100 Days of Prep
Our Preps recently celebrated their 100 days of learning at School, enjoying a wonderful day filled with festivities to mark their educational journey!
State Aerobics Championships
Karen Chandler, Deputy Head of Junior School
Aerobics is one of the co-curricular activities in the Junior School. Throughout last year and this year, three dedicated students - Chelsey Li (Year 6), Holly Krischock (Year 6) and Ryana Shi (Year 5) - have been diligently building their skills, flexibility, strength and fitness, culminating in their participation in two competitions this year.
After placing 1st in their first-ever event, the girls advanced to compete in the State Aerobics Championships this week against 34 other teams. Although they didn't make it to the finals, we could not be prouder of their persistence, commitment and outstanding performance both in training and on the competition day. Their routine was energetic and vibrant, making them exemplary ambassadors for Kilvington.
Congratulations to Chelsey, Holly, and Ryana for their brilliant performance and for representing Kilvington at the State level. We also thank the supportive parents who have cheered them on and assisted at each competition.
Years 5 and 6 Victorian Schools Parliamentary Convention
Deb Barton, Year 5 Classroom Teacher
On 30 and 31 July, the Years 5 and 6 students participated in a Victorian Schools Parliamentary Convention with 24 other schools from across the State.
The central question posed to us was: 'Should students be taught how to use Artificial Intelligence tools in the classroom?'. With guidance from our facilitator Sandra and special speakers Geoff O’Neil and Nick Jackson, we delved deeply into this topic.
We approached the question as if it were a 'bill' and examined arguments both for and against its inclusion in the curriculum. The bill underwent a first and second reading in the Legislative Assembly, mimicking the parliamentary process. The first reading introduced the question to Parliament, while the second reading involved listening to diverse views and opinions. In the final reading, we cast our votes on whether the bill should be passed.
Interestingly, there was a significant difference between our initial poll results from last week and our voting results after hearing all the relevant points and arguments regarding AI in classrooms.
By the end of the convention, the majority of Year 5 students agreed that AI should be taught to ensure responsible and safe usage of the technology. However, we also concluded that AI should not replace traditional subjects or the importance of critical thinking and questioning in the classroom.