Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Year 3 Chinese Assembly

A huge thank you to the Chinese Department, students, and staff for the amazing assembly yesterday! The children were confident and enthusiastic as they entertained the audience with their poetry, singing, spoken lines and drama, dancing, gymnastics and learning from their classroom lessons. Thanks to all the families who attended, it was a wonderful celebration of the hard work and dedication that goes into the Chinese programme at Kennedy School. We look forward to more incredible events in the future!

Here are some photos taken of this wonderful event:

Year 3 Chinese Assembly Photo Album

Swimming - please book your child’s place

You will have received my letter on the ESF APP about swimming for 2023/4. It’s important that we receive your information so we can secure swimming for your child. We have already received an overwhelming response to this fabulous opportunity.

We hire an experienced external swim coaching company to teach swimming to our students who assess and teach the children in small ability groups according to their needs. There are 5 qualified experienced swim coaches working with our students in every class for each lesson so it is very individualised. We have witnessed significant progress in students' skills and abilities in the water as they progress though their lessons.

If you would like to contact any members of the leadership team, you will find us in the playground or you can locate our emails on the ESF APP. You can email me at bcook@kennedy.edu.hk.

Kind regards,

Brenda

顧仁達

Principal

Student Withdrawals

Today (1 June) is the deadline for withdrawing your child from school at the end of this academic year. If a student withdrawal notice has not been submitted via the ESF App by today, we will assume that your child is returning after summer and parents are liable for the tuition fees for September 2023 even if the student does not return to school.

To submit a withdrawal: Open the ESF app > click on VLE > click on “Forms: Student Leaving/Withdrawal Form. Please then email Admissions at admissions@kennedy.edu.hk once the online form has been completed and submitted.

Reminder: Join the virtual audience for ESF’s largest inter-school Esports Tournament this weekend (3-4 June 2023)

In last week's newsletter, you would have read about the forthcoming ESF inter-school Esports Tournament.

Congratulations to Charlie Booth (Year 5) and Zeph Fryer, Ethan Loo & Harper Fischer (all Year 4) who have been selected to represent Kennedy School at this Sunday's (4 June) competition. The children have been working hard by crafting their Minecraft, communication and collaboration skills in order to prepare themselves for the event. The team have called themselves the 'KS Hotdogs' and will be recognisable in their custom gaming kit and will be supported by the team commentator. Watch them from 10 am to 4 pm on the live- stream on the ESF Facebook page!

School Uniforms

From 16 August 2023, the old-style uniforms are phased out. All students must wear the current school uniform.  Please refer to the School Uniform Guide which contains all the information you need with photos, and links for purchase. 

Parents can purchase the school uniform online or from the school uniform store in Lai Chi Kok, Kowloon. Please order early to ensure the availability of your selected sizes.

Year 6 Swim Gala - Parent Help Still Needed

The Year 6 Swim Gala will take place at HKU Stanley Ho Swimming Pool on Friday 16th June for the students from 9.00 am to 12.15 pm approximately.

The gala will be an exciting morning of swimming participation, competition and house rivalry. The swimming gala is part of the Year 6 swimming programme and will conclude the Summer Swimming Programme for the year and is a celebration of the Kennedy School students’ swimming ability. Each child will be given the opportunity to enter races at a level to match their ability.

All Year 6 parents are invited to attend this event and cheer on the children. If you are interested in volunteering to help with this event, please fill in the form and I will be in touch with you soon.

Kennedy Cricket Champions!

Congratulations to the Kennedy Cricket Team for becoming the HKPSSA Cricket Champions. Our boys and girls played some magnificent cricket at Kings Park on Wednesday and were unbeaten through the group stage defeating AISHK, Kellett KB and RCHK. In the final we met Kellett PFL and our cricketers prevailed in the heat in a thoroughly entertaining final. The team played with great spirit and style and showed great perseverance in such difficult conditions. How's that!

HKPSSA Cricket Championships photos

Netballers in Friendly Action

Last Thursday our Netball squad players visited International Montessori School to play some friendly netball matches, both schools were eager to get together and enjoy some healthy competition.

Both Kennedy teams showed great teamwork and netball skills, scoring some exciting goals while showcasing their athletic abilities. It was clear that our players were very proud of their efforts and the sportsmanship they demonstrated throughout each match. It was lovely to see the players celebrate with each other after each well-played game. Congratulations to everyone involved!

Kennedy School vs IMS Pictures - please click

This is the swimming schedule for next week:

Please note these key dates for the borrowing of library books.

Birthday Books

Thank you for celebrating your birthdays with us! By ordering a Birthday Book for the library, your child will have a lovely legacy for other students to enjoy for years to come.

How to order a Birthday Book

Yearband Led Dress Up Day - Friday 16th June

The final Yearband led Dress Up Day for the year will be on Friday 16th June with the Year 1s in charge. As they are in the middle of their “Who We Are” unit of inquiry, they would like everyone to come to school wearing their FAVOURITE OUTFIT !

Year 1 are saving up to enjoy a Doodle Class with Katie Flowers from Wild At Art, so please send a donation of $20 on the day.

Second Hand Uniforms

As announced in last week's newsletter, we are accepting donations of secondhand uniforms as the whole school prepares to fully transition to the new uniform style from August 2023.

Second Hand Uniforms should be clean and folded neatly. Donations should be brought to reception or the PTA Office during between 8 am to 3.30 pm on week days. We will continue to accept donations of the old style uniforms until 30 August 2023.

If you have any connections with organisations that would be in a position to help recycle or reuse these uniforms, or if you have any queries, please contact Fiona at pta@kennedy.edu.hk

End of Year Memories!

Kennedy School Mugs & Taxi Decorations make a perfect memento or gift and are available on sale as we prepare to end another fantastic school year at Kennedy School.

For those who placed orders already, you will be invoiced next week.

Kennedy School Merchandise Order Form

Beautiful sunrises, imaginative self-portraits and a six-metre-long rainbow-bright collage - these are just some of the amazing student creations featured in our upcoming ESF Art Exhibition 2023, which takes place at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre from June 7 - 11. Across ESF, our students have been truly inspired by this year’s art theme, which is Reimagining: New Beginnings.

In response to this thought-provoking topic, our talented children have created an outstanding collection of artworks spanning painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, and mixed media.

Please do join us for this wonderful celebration of creativity. The venue address is Exhibition Gallery, Level 4, Hong Kong Cultural Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui.

The exhibition runs from June 7 until 11 (6 pm - 8 pm on 7 June; 9 am until 8 pm from 8 - 10 June and 9 am until 6 pm on 11 June).

List of Participating ESF Schools

1. Term 3 Swimming Schedule

2. Here are the Inclement Weather Procedures which is also located on the school website.

3. Draft ESF School Calendar 2023-34- Updated 8 March 2023

4. Kennedy School Health Guidelines - When to keep your child at home

5. Chinese learning links this week:

• Year 1 Weekly Learning Notice

• Year 2 Weekly Learning Notice

• Year 3 Weekly Learning Notice

• Year 4 Weekly Learning Notice

• Year 5 Weekly Learning Notice

• Year 6 Weekly Learning Notice