Dear Parents and Caregivers,

I hope this newsletter finds you well and enjoying the cooler weather. The school looked colourful and vibrant today as we all dressed in bright Diwali-inspired clothing. We would like to extend a big thank you to all the students who performed or presented in assemblies this week, sharing their thoughts, traditions, customs, and dances related to Diwali. It was a wonderful experience, and we all learned so much!

Share Your Family's Celebrations
Just as we did with Diwali, we welcome families of all backgrounds and cultures to share their significant events, stories, and traditions. By doing so, we can learn more about each other's families within the school community. If your child or family is interested, please reach out to your child's classroom teacher or one of the senior management team members.

Festive Fair
What an incredibly popular event this has become! We are expecting well over 1200 people on Friday night between 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm. Please refer to the PTA section of the newsletter for more details. The gates will open at 6:00 pm, so we kindly ask that you arrive at or after that time. Please have your e-ticket to show upon entry (preferably printed) or available on your phone for easy entry.

Aside from the amazing vendors who will be selling and promoting their wares, we have a special treat for you - live entertainment on the playground stage! The performances will feature a range of talented individuals and groups, including students, staff, and many more. We are looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow night to share in the fun and festive celebrations.

Excursions

A huge thanks to all of the parents who have been helping out on our school trips. Your help makes these experiences possible and we really appreciate it. Thank you!

School Uniforms
Please ensure your child is wearing the appropriate school uniform items. You can purchase these items online at the uniform shop.

Thank you for your ongoing support and involvement in our school community.

Warm regards,

Brenda
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Festive Fair

17 November 2023, 6.00 to 8.30 pm

Put on your festive outfits and join us on Friday evening at our Kennedy School’s Festive Fair! Come and see the school like you’ve never seen it before: Will you recognise your teachers and fellow students as they provide the musical entertainment for the evening? Meet and mingle with other Kennedy families and be part of this wonderful Kennedy School community. There will be photo opportunities, festive shopping and workshops, food and drink, an active zone, 2nd hand bookshop and also a quiet zone so you can put your feet up. Keep your eyes peeled for our special guest!

Festive Fair- Tickets

Online ticket sales have now closed. Tickets for the fair will now be available at the door. Adults are $25 each and children under 16 come for free. Please bring exact change for a quick entry!

Festive Fair – Important Information

Please read on for important information to ensure a safe and enjoyable evening for all.

Parking & Transportation Information:

There are no parking facilities available at the school, and the road outside the school is a no-parking zone. To have a stress-free evening, please use public transportation. You may also consider parking at Cyberport Arcade and taking the 58 mini bus/taxi/take a 10 mins scenic walk to Kennedy School.

Queues at the Gate

Please have your e-tickets ready to present at the gate. You can either print them out, present a screen shot or open your email to expedite the check-in process.

Payment Options

Cash will be the primary mode of payment for the evening. Most vendors, including the PTA merchandise and second hand bookshop accept only cash. Note that proceeds from PTA merchandise and sales of tickets will go to the school’s playground renovation project.

Sustainability Efforts - Bring your own shopping bag and Utensils

In our effort to promote environmental consciousness, we encourage you to bring your own shopping bags, containers, water bottles for beverages, and cutlery. By reducing the use of disposable items, we can contribute to a healthier planet.

PTA Merchandise

Our Celebration Card packs are ready! These 12 cards feature winning artwork by students to celebrate different occasions throughout the year. $120 per pack!

Also, please see our posters for the items on sale at the Festive Fair:

Yearband Led Dress Up Days

Year 4 representatives have decided that on Friday 24th November, everyone should come to school wearing pyjamas. Please consider sending in a voluntary donation of $20 to be handed in at the desk near reception on the day. Funds raised will be pooled for Year 4 to enjoy a mindful art activity AND purchase something for their classrooms.

2nd hand uniform - very limited stock for winter

If you wish to purchase the following items of 2nd hand uniform, please come to the PTA office on November 22nd Wednesday 8:30 am to 9:30 am. We will be unable to hold items in reserve so please come during that time. Apologies also that we will not be able to accommodate other time slots.

Fleece Jacket - One Size 3, Two Size 5, One Size 9, One Size 11, One Size 14.

Grey Jumper - One Size 6, One Size 9,Two Size 10, One Size 11, One Size 12, One Size 14.

ESF Kennedy School has arranged for an Audiologist to conduct Hearing Screening at the school. Tests will be conducted by Eed Shen,an Audiologist from the ENT Laser Hearing and Speech Therapy Centre in Hong Kong from 6 to 8 December 2023 and cost $200 each.

The test involves checking your child’s ear canal with an otoscope first before performing an Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) test, which will take about 5 minutes to complete. The result (pass/fail) will be shared and and any additional follow up will be communicated with families in the report. If you are interested in this service, please register via Eventbrite.

The deadline for registration is Thursday 30 November 2023.

We encourage all families to register for this important check.

One Person One Plant Programme

Kennedy School has now received African Marigold seedlings which is part of the LCSD’s One Person One Plant Programme. These plants will be sent home with students today and tomorrow. Please look out for them. They will need to be repotted into a bigger container and gradually moved into a sunny spot in order to produce brilliant yellow flowers.

LCSD African Marigold Care Brochure

More information about the programme can be found HERE.

Tennis Tournament at Harrow School

Last Friday, Kennedy School entered a team of tennis players to the Harrow School Year 5/6 Tennis Tournament. This was a great afternoon where our students were able to showcase their racquet sports ability. Our players performed brilliantly with wins, draws and defeats against strong opposition from Harrow School, ESF Quarry Bay School, Chinese International School and Discovery Bay International School.

Friendly Year 3/4 Football Festival

Our young footballers were in action this week playing friendly matches against ESF Glenealy School and Kellett School at Stanley Ho Sports Centre. There was some excellent football played in a very relaxed yet competitive spirit.

More Sports to Come

We look forward to hosting more friendly games for our footballers in a few weeks time in our last ECA club sessions for Term 1 on Tuesday 28 November 2023(Year 5) and Friday 1 December 2023 (Years 3 and 4).

And lastly, good luck next week to our Year 5/6 Netball Squad for their competition at Wong Chuk Hang and Year 5 Footballers at the tournament at Kings Park.

We are thrilled to share some exciting news about one of our teachers, Mrs Leigh Harris (3H)! We are proud to announce that she has been selected to represent our city in the prestigious Asian Continental Championship hockey tournament. This is a remarkable achievement, and we couldn't be happier for her.

The Asian Continental Championship is a highly competitive tournament that brings together some of the best hockey players from across the continent. Mrs Harris's selection is a testament to her talent, hard work, and determination. It is an incredible honour for her to be chosen as part of the national team, and we couldn't be prouder to have her represent our school and community at such an event.

We believe that Mrs Harris's participation in this tournament will not only inspire our students but also serve as a powerful example of what can be achieved through dedication and perseverance. It is a reminder that pursuing our passions outside of the classroom can lead to extraordinary opportunities and personal growth.

Once again, congratulations to Mrs. Harris on this incredible achievement! Let's rally behind her and demonstrate our school spirit as she competes in the Asian Continental Championship. We are confident that she will make us proud.

1. Chinese Learning Links

   1. Year 1 Weekly Learning Notice

   2. Year 2 Weekly Learning Notice

   3. Year 3 Weekly Learning Notice

   4. Year 4 Weekly Learning Notice

   5. Year 5 Weekly Learning Notice

   6. Year 6 Weekly Learning Notice

2. School Uniform Guide

3. School Uniform Shop

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

5. Updated Kennedy School Calendar 2023-24