Last Friday VCE Unit 3 and 4 Biology students took part in an exciting, hands-on workshop at the University of Melbourne—an immersive experience designed to deepen their understanding of key concepts from Unit 4, Outcomes 1 and 2. The day featured two dynamic and thought-provoking practical investigations that challenged students to apply their skills in […]
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The King David School was proud to send a large and enthusiastic contingent to the 2025 ABL Jewish Interschools Skiing Competition at Mt Buller on 28 and 29 July – our biggest representation in many years! Please click here to see photos from the competition. Among the competitors were two talented students from our Junior
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Yesterday, I had the joy and nachat (pride) of attending the Senior Kindergarten Family Fun Day. It was a beautiful opportunity for our students, parents and educators to come together to celebrate the growth and learning that has taken place so far this year. Watching our students sing, dance, decorate family portraits and observing the warm
In today’s climate, how do we raise children who are proud and confident in their Jewish identity? Join viral Israeli advocate Eitan Chitayat as he shares his powerful insights and practical tools at An Evening with Eitan Chitayat, proudly presented by the KDSPA in collaboration with Melbourne’s Jewish school communities. Be part of this important
Join Ilan Bloch, Director of Jewish Life and Learning, for a special parent Jewish education session in the lead-up to Rosh HaShanah. We will be examining ourselves through the lens of the Book of Jonah. Thursday 28 August, 8pm, Rebecca Magid Centre. Please register your attendance here. There will of course be sushi and saké
At our most recent professional development day, our educators were inspired and energised by the Fostering Independence in the Early Years Professional Development Conference. This full-day event brought together leading early childhood experts who shared powerful ideas about how we can nurture independence, creativity, movement, and thinking skills in our youngest learners. Dr Rachel Jones
On Sunday at Glen Eira Town Hall an award ceremony took place for the B’nai B’rith Youth Art Competition. The competition recognises exceptional art created by young people who go to Jewish schools, or Jewish young people at any school across – and this year even outside of – Victoria. Roughly 150 artworks were exhibited:
The recent school holiday period was a challenging time for the Melbourne Jewish community. The arson attack on the East Melbourne shule and the violent protest on diners at Miznon restaurant in the CBD were reflective of an increasing spate of antisemitic incidents and rhetoric which have left many in our community feeling concerned and
On Tuesday lunchtime King David, for the very first time, facilitated the World’s Greatest Shave, organised by the Tikkun Olam Va’ada. The World’s Greatest Shave is an amazing charity group that supports those affected by leukaemia, by having people volunteer to get their hair cut or shaved in front of the whole school in order
There was a buzz at our Magid Campus on Wednesday as Year 9 students put on ‘Artivism’, a showcase of performances celebrating the link between art and change that raised money for the Cancer Council. Throughout Term 2, Year 9 students explored justice, governance, and the many ways people drive change. Students worked in groups
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