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From the Acting Deputy Principal - Matt Baron This year I have had the opportunity to work in different parts of the school as the Acting Deputy Principal on two separate occasions. As my second stint in this role comes to an end, I can’t help but have a renewed admiration for the diverse experiences the Kardinia community can engage in. The past week alone has seen several events showcasing the many achievements of our students within our community, including the PYP Exhibition, Student Led…

From the Principal This morning, I had the absolute pleasure of accompanying eight members of our International Council to the Global Student Voice Forum final presentation in Melbourne. This group of students, along with our International Council members, admirably supported by Ms Sophie Armes and Ms Yuting Zhao, have undertaken several projects to promote and encourage international mindedness within the College this year. As a cornerstone of the College values, this is especially…

From the Principal This last week has once again shown that the Arts are alive and well at Kardinia International College. Just a few weeks ago we saw the incredible Junior School Production of Shrek Junior and then last weekend the student-led KICPIC Production of Oliver Junior was also sensational. Not only is it about the talent that is seen on the stage but also the amazing level of student engagement behind the scenes, directing, choreography, set design, backstage, make up, costumes and…

From the Principal Each year we undertake the LEAD survey run by Independent Schools Victoria (ISV). The results of this survey help to inform our strategic goals, benchmark against other like schools, and get a good sense from our College community about those areas where we are doing well and the areas where there is room for improvement. Thank you to everyone who has already responded, your responses are greatly appreciated. To get an accurate reading of the survey data and achieve a…

From the Principal This week there were two key highlights for me. The first is a regular favourite on my yearly calendar, the interviews for College Captain. I am in awe of the multitude of ways the students who put themselves forward for these roles contribute to their school community, often with little recognition or reward but through a genuine desire to help make the world a better place for their peers and the wider community. I spoke with each of the students about how, regardless of…

From the Principal Following on from my eNews last week about the demonstration of gratitude and appreciation displayed by the Australian Olympians, another concept I saw shine through is described by Julia Baird in her book Phosphorescence. Julia talks about the concept of Freudenfreude, the antonym of the more well-known German word, Schadenfreude, which is the malicious enjoyment derived from someone else’s misfortune. Freudenfreude is experiencing joy in the success of others. During the…

From the Principal The Olympics are in full swing, and I am thoroughly enjoying every moment I can watch, though mostly, replays due to the timing. I did get up at 3.00am the other day, however, to cheer Kurtis Marschall in the men’s pole vault final. I have known Kurtis and his mum Petra for many years as Kurtis was a student at my previous school, Woodcroft College, and his mum is also a teacher at Woodcroft. It has been wonderful to follow his career so closely for the last 12 plus years.…

From the Principal Many of you will have seen the article in the Geelong Advertiser and Herald Sun about Kardinia International College being ranked by Better Education 2023 in the top 7% of schools in Victoria. It was affirming of all the great work of our staff and students to see these results and I am incredibly happy to celebrate such success. However, I also know that academic results are just one facet of what makes up a great school and a great education and I am committed to ensuring…

From the Principal Last night I had the privilege of attending the Deakin University Indigenous Oration at The Edge in Federation Square. It was an inspirational evening with the Oration presented by Tanya Hosch. With a long and distinguished history in policy, advocacy and governance, Tanya is the Executive General Manager of Inclusion and Social Policy at the Australian Football League and the 2021 South Australian of the Year. Tanya’s theme for the evening was Dare to Hope and she…