The iconic Elle Woods story, primarily of ambition and determination, was brought to life in three sublime performances of Legally Blonde by our Years 9 to 12 students. The unwavering enthusiasm and dedication by the cast, musicians and backstage crew was evident and the result was spectacular. Legally Blonde is the last KDS musical for […]
Our ELC and our Junior School held a series of S’darim this week. Led by Louise Lowinger, Coordinator Jewish Life and Learning K5, and accompanied by Daniel Light, together we celebrated our freedom and told the story of our exodus from Mitzrayim (Egypt) with costume, acting and song. Baby Moshe was a highlight! We participated
Last week Year 6 and 7 students had a full day art excursion in the city. The day started with the ‘art of play’ program at the NGV. This program had students experiment with practical and playful activities within the gallery. Students then completed an observational drawing workshop in the botanical gardens, where they drew
On Friday our Year 5 leaders were awarded their leadership badges at a special assembly where they were welcomed as school leaders. David Opat reminded us that the best leaders lead by example. Instead of telling someone to pick up rubbish, a leader will pick up rubbish and ask people to join them. Our Year
This week Year 5 went to the GRIP (generosity, responsibility, integrity and people) student leadership conference. It was such a great opportunity for us to experience. We learnt so many things about stepping up to leadership, integrity and teamwork. There were 3000 children from 217 schools across Victoria at the conference. We were able to
To assist our students in exploring career options, we are hosting informal lunchtime chats with some of our KDS alumni that have achieved success across a range of industries. Jarred Gerson (class of 2011) took some time out of his schedule at the global, commercial law firm Ashurst to discuss the pathway he took to
We had an incredible time celebrating Purim yesterday. We rolled out the red carpet for our Hollywood stars at the Senior School and entered a world Under the Sea at the Junior School. From Audrey Hepburn to Octopi to mermaids – what a wonderful transformation! Alongside our annual costume parade at the Junior School, there
At camp we were blessed with warm sunny days that melted our frost after surfing under the sun in the refreshing water of the ocean. We learnt how to ride waves, relax our minds from worries and challenge ourselves with a week away from the comforts of our homes. We had the long awaited joy
This week our Year 6 students ventured to the city on a quest to find out more about Melbourne’s rich Indigenous culture and history. At the NGV (National Gallery of Victoria) students were fascinated with the Bark Ladies exhibition which celebrated an extraordinary collection of work by Yolu women artists from the Buku-Larrgay Mulka Centre,
Our Year 8 History students spent Friday morning exploring the past when they welcomed a troop of peasants, knights and squires into our school. It was Medieval mayhem when students participated in an archery tournament and explored the development of weapons and medieval clothing. Students also learned about the system of crime and punishment during
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The King David School is a forward-thinking school that fosters a love of learning, egalitarianism and a proud connection to Jewish identity.
The King David School acknowledges the Bunurong/Boon Wurrung and the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin nation as Traditional Owners of the land on which we are fortunate to teach and learn. We also acknowledge Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. In the spirit of tikkun olam, we seek to ‘learn and understand’ the history, struggle and culture of our First Nations People. We pay our respects to them and to their Elders past and present.