Kew High School & Community

More Than Acting!🎭

Here's a sneak peek behind the scenes view of some of our Yr.12 students hard at work bringing to life Harry Potter & The Cursed Child.🎨

Did you know our Theatre Studies students are empowered to take on every role needed to put an entire show together?✨

From lighting and sound to makeup, costumes and props, Theatre Studies students do it all!💡

The students' creativity, teamwork and dedication are transforming ideas into a spectacular production for the whole community to enjoy.🤩

Join us next week and see all their hard work come together on stage.🌟
Grab your tickets . https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1596843 🎟️

Once A Student, Always KHS Family🍃🫶🏽🍂

We absolutely love it when alumni return to school – it gives staff a lift, informs and inspires students, and brings a renewed sense of pride.✨✨

Their visits remind our students that one day they will also miss being somewhere everyone knows them, cares for them, and wants the very best for them.🏫💓

It was such a joy to see these three alumni back on campus yesterday afternoon.😊🙌 When we asked Jake, Danny and Alo what they would like to remind our current students of, their advice was simple:
“Come to school every day and make the most of it.”📚
“Once you finish school, you’ve got all the freedom in the world, so don’t waste the opportunities in front of you.”👀
“Keep connected to your friends from school- there’s no one like them.”🤝

We’re also looking forward to seeing these guys, along with other alumni, back at school on Sunday for our Gardening Bee & Sewing Bee.💪🏼🌿 Past Landscape Lads - you guys especially! 😄

Also, special shout-out to Alessandro (Alo is pictured on the right), who has kindly offered to check and repair our school irrigation system given irrigation plumbing is his specialty!🪠👏🏼
Members of the wider Kew community are encouraged to come along and help out or just pop by for a chat with Alo to discuss potential irrigation jobs they might have!👨🏽‍🔧💦

Heartland Hoops Holiday Program😃⛹️‍♀️

Looking for a fun and active way for your primary-aged child/children to spend Friday 3 July? Why not join South East Melbourne Phoenix Basketball Club's Heartland Hoops Program in our Kew High School gym!🏀⛹️‍♂️

Designed for children aged 5–12, Heartland Hoops is the perfect opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence, make new friends, and stay active in a safe and supportive environment.⛹️🌟

Whether your kids are picking up a basketball for the first time or they already love the game, experienced coaches will help them improve their shooting, dribbling, teamwork and game skills through fun drills and activities.🙌🏀

Plus, participants will receive merchandise and prizes throughout the day!🎁
Book via the 'Heartland Hoops' section of S.E.M Phoenix's website or simply scan the QR code on the poster. KHS parents & carers, check Compass newsfeed for more details including a special discount code for being part of the community!😎

Exploring Future Pathways🔨🎀

Recently, our Year 9 students visited Swinburne University’s Wantirna Campus to explore a range of exciting career pathways through hands-on learning experiences.🔧🔌

Students had the opportunity to learn about and try their hand at industries including welding, bricklaying, electrical trades, allied health, early childhood education, and community services.👶🏼⛑️

With Australia continuing to face skills shortages across many industries, it is more important than ever that youth are exposed to a broad range of career options and pathways.📈🧠

According to Jobs and Skills Australia, 29% of occupations across the country were identified as being in shortage in 2025, with significant gaps remaining in trades, construction, health and education sectors.👷🏥

Sometimes we don't know what we don't know, and experiences like these help students discover opportunities they may never have previously considered.💡🚪

By stepping into real-world learning environments and engaging directly with industry-specific activities, students gained valuable insights into the skills, qualifications and day-to-day realities of different careers.👏🔍

Distance, Determination, and Podium Finishes💨

Recently, 22 of our fastest long-distance runners competed in the Eastern Metropolitan Cross Country Region Championships at Yarra Glen Racecourse.️🌟

Every competitor pushed themselves to their limits and proudly represented with determination and resilience.💪

Congratulations to our 16 Year Boys team, who finished 2nd overall, and our 17–20 Year Boys team, who finished 3rd overall, both earning a well-deserved place on the podium.🥈🥉

We're so proud of all our athletes - their participation, their skills, their big and positive energy, and their ability to endure these lengthy runs!😅👟🌠

Max Takes on the Merv Dean Memorial Tour 🏁🚴

A challenging and rewarding weekend at the Merv Dean Memorial Tour of Bendigo saw Year 12 student, Max McKay finish 6th overall in the General Classification, just 46 seconds off the lead after three hard-fought stages.🚴‍♂️🏅

Hosted by Bendigo & District Cycling Club, the three-stage tour featured sprint racing, hill climb challenges, and a fast-paced kermesse, with valuable bonus seconds on offer at intermediate sprints and climbs throughout the weekend.⛰️⚡

Max's stage results included 4th in the 55km sprint stage, 5th in the 66km hill climb stage, and 15th in the final 47km sprint stage.🏁💨

Reflecting on the tour, Max said, “I think I underestimated the bonus seconds available at the intermediate sprints and hill climbs throughout each stage.” 🤔🚴

“My legs were pretty cooked by the end, but it was a great taste of what the Tour of Bright in December will be like.”🔥💪

The event provided valuable experience against a strong field and highlighted just how important every second can be in stage racing.⏱️🎯

Next up for Max is the Tour of Gippsland in August, which includes the State Road Race Championship.🚵‍♂️🏆

Congratulations, Max, on a strong performance and best of luck for the races ahead.👏🌟