Hope: Bringing a Sense of Purpose

It has been wonderful to witness students and teachers engaged in learning that connects to real world issues in our community. The STEM MAD teams are continuing to develop their ideas for the Victorian Showcase later in the year. After the success of the 2023 teams, students are looking to build on their learnings and develop new ideas to support those who are vulnerable in our society. Their projects are required to address a need in society and demonstrate how they would address this through the lens of Catholic stewardship, solidarity, common good, citizenship, humanity and wellbeing.

Year 8 students participated in a two-day Social Justice Workshop as part of Triple-E Week. Kilbreda students demonstrate a real passion to see others experience a life that is fulfilling, and in doing so are working towards a future that provides hope for others and a real sense of purpose to their lives. Some of the social justice initiatives that were generated and proposed last week include:

• The creation of a range of band-aids that display positive messaging to encourage young people to have a positive sense of self, with a percentage of the sales price supporting Kids Helpline
• The creation of a website that provides quick and easy access to free support services that provide for the basic needs of all peoples.

Semester 1 Examinations

Students who are eligible for special examination provisions will have received notification regarding their individual examination arrangements. Please ensure that students pay close attention to the date and the starting and finishing time for each exam as these may differ from the standard examination timetable.

We wish students in Years 9 to 11 all the best with the exams next week.

Careers Expo

Monday 17 June
5.30pm to 8.00pm

This year we are proud to be facilitating a Careers Expo for Kilbreda students. This event will take place in the Kildare Centre on Monday 17 June, 5.30pm to 8.00pm. The evening will showcase information from a variety of tertiary institutions as well as provide an opportunity for current students to hear from past pupils on a range of career pathways in a variety of fields.

Pathways Expo – SAVE THE DATE

Thursday 25 July
6.00pm to 8.30pm

The Pathways Expo is scheduled for Thursday 25 July, 6.00pm to 8.30pm. This event is a wonderful night for students and families to explore the many opportunities available to students in the senior years at Kilbreda. Students in Years 9 to 11 are encouraged to attend to gather information about VCE and VCE VM. The evening will include tailored information sessions for each year level and an array of subject booths to explore the variety of subject options and pathways available at Kilbreda.

More information regarding the Pathways Expo will be emailed to families at the beginning of Term 3.

Jane Ward
Assistant Principal: Learning and Teaching