CHAPLAINCY NEWS

Term 4

There have been many exciting events and programs involving chaplaincy in Term 4.

Rotary Scholarships – Chaplaincy had the opportunity this year to work with the Yarra Bend Rotary Club on their Kew High School Scholarships program.  In 2017 the Rotary Club will continue to provide scholarships to assist families experiencing financial difficulties.

Peer Support – Congratulations to the 40 students who have been selected for the Peer Support program in 2017.  The leaders met their buddies for the first time on Orientation Day and will work with them during Semester 1 2017.

Chaplaincy Second-hand Book and Uniform Shop – A big thank you to the volunteers who worked through the busy season of book and uniform sales.  The modules have been overflowing with uniforms and the volunteers have been busy packing book orders.  This is a great service to the school and also financially supports the chaplaincy.

Chaplaincy Fundraising – Did you know that the Kew High School Chaplaincy does not receive Federal government funding?  Each year the Chaplaincy Committee and the School raise all of the funds to pay for the Chaplaincy program, thanks to the commitment of a wonderful group of volunteers. But it’s not easy-you can help by: volunteering to assist in the second-hand uniform and book shop where the commissions collected supports chaplaincy, get involved in the Chaplaincy committee or simply support the fundraising events held each term.

Rosemary Carter

School Chaplain