KWS Magazine 2012 Issue Three - Kinross Wolaroi School

ConnectionsInspiring AchievementsSpeech to RememberIndigenous education, philanthropy andnew technology were just some of the topicscanvassed at KWS’s 126th Annual SpeechDay.Special guest and founder of the Yalariorganisation, Waverley Stanley, spoke of hisexperiences helping Indigenous studentsreceive an education and of the importanceof the ever-strengthening partnershipbetween KWS and Yalari.Chairman of Council Tony Cheney spokewith pride of the School’s successes during2012. With private school funding facing anuncertain future, he encouraged everyone toembrace a culture of philanthropy througha “large number of people giving smallamounts”.Violinist Annabelle Carter stunned theaudience with a musical performance,before being named Dux of Year 11.Annabelle was joined by fellow outstandingstudents, from Kindergarten to Year 11, whowere recognised with academic, sportingand special achievement awards.Principal Brian Kennelly used his addressto acknowledge the success of students andstaff over the year, before looking to thefuture and sharing his enthusiasm for theintroduction of iPads into Years 5, 6 and 7next year.Pictures: Top - Waverley Stanley gives a captivatingspeech; Bottom left - Farewell to long serving teachersMrs Jenny Emerson, Mr David Grant and Mrs LouiseBrand; Bottom right - Senior School Head Prefects StanAlston and Eloise Mirrington with Prep School HeadPrefects Olivia Mirrington and Oscar Tierney26