Community News
Podcast interview with Principal Rob French
Principal Rob French was recently interviewed by podcast Ed Leaders to discuss his journey to becoming a leader and, ultimately, Principal at Kilvington.
There are some great gems, including navigating the recruitment process. Episode 39 can be found here.
Opportunities for families to host international students in 2022
Alan Clarke, International Student Coordinator
Expressions of interest are sought from families who might consider hosting students from China and Japan in 2022 and beyond.
Specifically, a student from Huzhou, Zhejiang, China. She is currently living in Brighton, but will start in June in Year 9 and continue her studies here until 2025. The initial commitment to host would be for 2022 only, with the option to continue for future years.
Hosting involves welcoming a student into your home and caring for them as 'one of your own', by providing them with all meals and helping them to adjust to daily life in Australia.
Hosting a student from another country can help your own children gain a fresh perspective on the aspects of their life they may take for granted, while also learning about another culture.
Please email clarkea@kilvington.vic.edu.au if you are interested in learning more about the responsibilities and benefits of hosting Kilvington international students.
*Host families need to apply for a Volunteer Working With Children Check (free) for all household members who are over the age of 18, and read and abide by Kilvington’s Child Safe policies.
An international student’s family currently pay a host family $350 a week to cover food, electricity and other expenses incurred by the host family. Hosting one or two international students is considered volunteer work by the Australian Taxation Office so this income is tax-free.
Perceptions of Kilvington Survey
We are keen to get your thoughts on various aspects of the School to help us understand perceptions and to identify areas for improvement.
Here is a link to a survey which should take approximately 5 – 6 minutes to complete.
Your support is very much appreciated.
Years 7 to 9 Maths Support
Helen Cole, Academic Dean of Mathematics
Next term, Years 7 to 9 Maths Support will permanently move from Wednesday lunchtime to Wednesday 8.00 – 8.30am in MSC3. Students can attend each week or whenever they need some extra help with their Maths.
Winter School Uniform
Our uniform supplier, Bob Stewart, has advised that there may be some delay in getting some winter uniforms items (tunics, pants and skirts) in stock prior to the 1 May switch from the summer to winter uniform.
As a result, we are relaxing this requirement until mid-May, to give families who are impacted an opportunity to purchase their compulsory winter uniform items.
Bob Stewart can be contacted on: 9036 7384, 466 Centre Road, Bentleigh and www.bobstewart.com.au.
Special report: Vaping and E-Cigarettes
Vaping is becoming a trendy pastime that is growing in popularity across Australia, especially amongst teenagers. It is the act of inhaling a vapour created by an electronic cigarette, or e-cigarette.
Most teenagers are unaware of the associated risks and potential impact vaping can have on their development and overall health. Parents are encouraged to discuss the dangers of nicotine addiction and include e-cigarettes in the discussion alongside alcohol and drugs.
This Special Report highlights the facts around vaping and e-cigarettes and what are the potential risks. If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the School for further information or seek medical or professional help.
Here is the link to your special report.
2022 PEP Talk Series
We are very excited to announce our Kilvington 2022 PEP Talk series. We have three outstanding speakers who will address:
- Managing Overload
- Digital Nutrition
- Beyond the Birds and the Bees
Book your place below.
PEP TALK 1
Managing Overload - how to help our children self-regulate and remain positive in an uncertain world.
Presenter: Tom Brunzell, Berry Street
Date: Tuesday 10 May 2022
Time: 7.00 to 8.30pm
Venue: Multipurpose Centre (Sport Centre)
Register here.
PEP TALK 2
Digital Nutrition – how to better understand the allure of technology, ways to set boundaries and build healthy habits with devices.
Presenter: Jocelyn Brewer, Psychologist, Cyberpsychology consultant
Date: Wednesday 8 June 2022
Time: 7.00 to 8.30pm
Venue: This is an online event.
Register here.
PEP TALK 3
Beyond the Birds and the Bees – Tackling consent and sexual health with your child.
Presenter: Debbie Ollis, Associate Professor of Education, Deakin University, and architect of the Respectful Relationships program.
Date: Thursday 8 September 2022
Time: 7.00pm to 8.30pm
Venue: Multipurpose Centre (Sport Centre)
Register here.
Camps, sports and excursions fund (CSEF)
CSEF is provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families to cover the costs of school trips, camps and sporting activities. If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for CSEF.
Parent applications close on 24 June. Please find more information in the flyer below.