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2022 Kilvonian Konnections event - Guest speaker, Julia Banks
Following on from our International Women’s Day breakfast, where students and staff enjoyed an outstanding keynote address on gender equity from Kilvington Alumni, Shelly Penn, we are delighted to invite you to our 2022 Kilvonian Konnections event.
Our guest speaker, Julia Banks, also Kilvington Alumni, is a fierce advocate for gender equity, alongside peers such as Christine Holgate, Brittany Higgins and Grace Tame. She is also a former Member of the Federal Parliament of Australia.
Julia’s keynote address: Gender Equality – Are We There Yet? will draw on her high-profile experiences under the leadership of former Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull, and current Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, and she will share with you how collectively we can support the move to gender equity.
This event is open to parents, staff and Years 10 to 12 students.
When: Friday 18 March 2022, 6.30pm – 8.30pm.
Where: Sport Centre, Kilvington Grammar School
RSVP: 15 March 2022
Enquiries: lapinsb@kilvington.vic.edu.au/03 9578 6231
Refreshments will be provided.
A reminder - Senior School Welcome Drinks, 23 March
We would like to remind you that we have the Senior School Welcome Drinks comping up on 23 March.
Please find more information, including the sign-up details, on the PFA page of this newsletter.
2021 Kilvington graduate's film selected for ACMI’s VCE Top Films
Kyle Patocs, one of our graduating students from the Class of 2021, recently had his short film selected for ACMI’s VCE Top Films (16 out of 250 entrants).
Kyle made the 6 min documentary as part of his VCE Media Studies subject. What an amazing effort - congratulations Kyle!
SchoolTV Special Report: Managing overwhelm
Due to the pandemic, recent world events in the Ukraine and impacts of the floods in Queensland and NSW, the world we now live in is a very different place.
The hyperconnected nature of our current environment means that we are constantly being reminded of the challenges we face via numerous media and social media channels. Our connectivity to the digital world exposes us to a barrage of messages that can leave us feeling overwhelmed.
This Special Report suggests a number of strategies to help manage any feelings of overwhelm that you or your child may be experiencing. We hope you take a moment to reflect on the information offered, and as always, we welcome your feedback.
If this raises any concerns for you, a loved one or the wellbeing of your child, please seek medical or professional help.
Here is the link to your special report.
Request for prop for Mamma Mia - old rowboat or dingy
We are looking for a small old rowboat or dingy as a propfor Mamma Mia, our School Production. Wood or metal is fine, and it certainly does not need to be in top condition.
It will be very well looked after if you need it returned after the production, or we can dispose of it for you afterwards.
If you have an old one that you no longer use, or know of someone who has one, please email John Knap at knapj@kilvington.vic.edu.au.
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.