This week our Prep parents attended our annual Prep Reading education evening where they were given practical evidence-based advice about helping their children learn how to read in partnership with our teachers. Prep teachers Rebecca Rudstein and Bec Fiala explained how they use phonics to teach students how to read, including phenological awareness so students learn […]
On Tuesday, our Year 3 students and families gathered for a meaningful and special Kabbalat Siddur ceremony. This was the first time the students officially received and used their Years 3-5 siddur which they had previously taken home to decorate and personalise. During T’filah, it was wonderful to witness the passing on of our traditions
Negev House emerged victorious in the annual KDS House Swimming Gala, showcasing exceptional house spirit and teamwork. It was great to see so many students completing the 25m races, 50m races and the novelty events. Well done to Year 6 and Year 12 who has the highest level of participation in the water! The Ruach
This year, we welcomed Ilan Bloch as our new Director of Jewish Life and Learning. Ilan has been extensively engaged in Jewish education in Israel for the last 20 years. Ilan embarked on his teaching career at KDS in 2002 teaching Jewish Studies and Hebrew. He also served as head of the Informal Jewish Education
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Our Middle and Senior School students participated in a beautiful Back to School Service yesterday, run by our Jewish Life Va’ad (Year 12 student committee). This year’s theme was based on the lesson taken from the film ‘Inside Out’, which helps us to understand the importance of recognising and feeling our emotions without judgement. Students from
We had a phenomenal day yesterday welcoming students to King David – both returning students and those who are brand new. As they entered the school, students were greeted with music and ruach. We marked the start of the year with a Welcome to Country and a Smoking Ceremony at each campus led by Uncle
In lieu of the traditional Year 10 Israel program, Yesh, students embarked on an unforgettable experience on Tiyul b’Yam in Anglesea. This unique camp aimed to fortify year-level connections and push students beyond their comfort zones, fostering a meaningful Shabbat and Jewish experience. The scenic Great Ocean Road served as the backdrop for the 15km
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Last night we came together to celebrate the achievements of our Years 6-12 students this year. It was a magnificent evening, althought it was bittersweet to say goodbye to the Class of 2023. As well as honouring our students, awards were also given to our ‘Giborim’ (heros), who have done so much for our school
Year 10 student Kiera recently won the Victorian final of the UN Youth individual public speaking competition, called The Voice. Competitiors are given just a few days notice to create their arguments. After making it the Victorian semi-final, Kiera won the final last weekend and now proceeds to the Australia wide competition next year, as
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Throughout the past year, the Junior School has been immersed in the excitement and busyness of studying Hebrew. In the final term, students from Prep to Year 3 collaboratively engaged in active practice for a special performance featured during Monday’s T’filah. The Prep students showcased their morning song, while joining forces with the Year 1