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Now that you've selected your winter sport, it's time to get your uniform!
All teams will be in the new uniforms this season as pictured.
Full range now available online and instore.
Study HUB
Study HUB has returned this year with gusto! It’s been wonderful to see students from all years take up the opportunity to complete their homework, revise and seek clarification of content they’re unsure of.
A reminder to all students and parents/guardians that Study Hub is on every week Monday through to Thursday – 3.30pm-5pm.
WHERE?: Bennett Building, Rooms 21 and 22
WHO?: Anyone from Year 7-12 who would like to complete homework in a quiet environment or with assistance
We look forward to seeing you there!
Embrace Kids documentary Screening
Special Screening - Saturday 11 March, 4pm at Odeon Cinemas, Orange
Taryn Brumfitt recently named Australian of the Year has spend years researching and producing her 'Embrace Kids' documentary especially for kids aged 8-14 years and their parents.
Filled with fun and joy, EMBRACE KIDS is an energetic mix of animation, live action, interviews, music and more. The film explores the relationship children have with their bodies and covers topics including social media, disability, gender identity, representation and diversity.
View the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhQr2FjEeSM
Purchase tickets HERE
The World’s Greatest Shave
The World’s Greatest Shave is a foundation dedicated to assisting families suffering from cancer and fundraising vital research into the tragedy that is blood cancer.
While it is a Kinross Wolaroi tradition to participate in the event, it is not tradition that makes it a valuable staple of our school, but rather the enthusiasm and unity it brings to our school, and the money and awareness it raises for an important cause.
The organisation began as a way to raise money for blood cancer treatments and to raise awareness for those affected. Since then, the group has grown into one of Australia’s largest and most well-known charity groups, with over two million participants since its inception. 2023’s World’s Greatest Shave will be the 25th year since the organisation began.
The World’s Greatest Shave is an incredible opportunity for our school community, providing our whole school, not just the Year 11 students, with a cause to rally around and support.
On 30 March, ten students from Year 11 will be cutting or shaving their hair to raise money and awareness for the Leukaemia Foundation.
We hope to raise $15,000 to support those impacted by blood cancer. If you would like to help us reach our goal, please donate using this link.
Thank you for your support!
Nina Smedley and Helen Suthers
2023 Orange Chamber Music Festival Gala Opening
Friday 10 March, 7:00pm
Derek Pigot Auditorium
Kinross Wolaroi School is delighted to hose the opening gala event of the 2023 Orange Chamber Music Festival. Featuring for the first time in Orange, 'Camerata', Queensland's Chamber Orchestra and the Orava Quartet. This event is not to be missed. Presented in partnership with Kinross Wolaroi School and with the support of the Australian Cultural Fund, School families and friends are encouraged to attend.
Nineteen musicians from Brisbane, Qld will make the trek to Orange for the first time, for an evening of Tchaikovsky and Elgar, as well as two new Australian compositions by Robert Davidson (Qld) and Nicholas Russoniello (NSW).
Camerata, a most vibrant and charismatic chamber orchestra will lead the occasion, opening with the Serenade for Strings in C major op. 48 by the Russian composer. The Orava Quartet, ensemble of residence will conclude as a feature, with Elgar's Introduction and Allegro for Strings op. 47.
Another exciting feature at this Gala is the premiere of a new Baritone Saxophone Concerto, in the virtuosic hands of local Jay Byrnes (pictured). Jay is internationally recognised for his affinity to the baritone saxophone and his distinctive tone. Jay Byrnes is a founder of the Orange Chamber Music Festival and a tutor at Kinross Wolaroi School.
The evening promises to be a real treat that will showcase the vision of this Festival. The Festival Gala is curated by the Festival Director Carmen Nieves, in consultation with the guest ensemble. Carmen is passionate about showcasing the versatility of chamber music, and for this program, the inclusion of Australian music is the reflection of the diversity and freshness of this Festival. Since 2021, the Orange Chamber Music Festival has been hailed for its fresh and refined appeal, whilst showcasing the extensive arts and cultural features of Orange.
Tickets:
https://orangetickets.com.au/event/ocmf-2023-all-passes-and-tickets-15685
Running for Premature Babies
This March 5th join Lachlan Barrett, Tim Jones and Emily Collett as they set off on a challenge to conquer their first marathon at the Orange Running Festival and raise funds for the charity ‘Running for Premature Babies’ (Link to donate: https://tinyurl.com/ytnd9z4r).
KWS staff joining the team in a mixture of running events on the day includes Ellie Madden, Harriet Symons and McKenzie Carr. (Any contribution goes a long way: https://tinyurl.com/ytnd9z4r).
Any supported is appreciated and will help support ‘Running for Premature Babies’ as they buy life-saving equipment for local hospitals throughout the Region. (Donation link: https://tinyurl.com/ytnd9z4r)
Help us raise funds for ‘Running for Premature Babies’ as we #marchontomarchmara.
Donate today: https://raceroster.com/events/2023/61252/2023-orange-running-festival/pledge/team/457972
Duke of Edinburgh at Kinross Wolaroi School
The Duke of Edinburgh is a non-competitive self-development international program available to all young people which encourages them to set and achieve goals at a level appropriate to their needs and aspirations. The award is comprised of three levels each progressively more challenging.
BRONZE- 14 years and older
SILVER- 15 years and older
GOLD – 16 year and older
If you are currently in Years 8, 9, 10 and 11 and are thinking about completing the Bronze, Silver or Gold Award please email nzinga@kws.nsw.edu.au or come and see Mr Zinga
During Term 1 “Duke drop in Thursdays” are every Thursday in Room 86 - Anderson Centre during Lunch / 1.15pm
Mr Zinga will also be visiting Year groups during their Wellbeing time to speak with students about the Duke of Edinburgh program
