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25.01.2022 Good news for students/former students considering the STAT. Applications to sit the test are now open. Students can use results from the STAT to compete for a place in many undergraduate courses. Students should consider the STAT as an alternative entry pathway. It is suitable for those who are not eligible to apply with any other qualification or whose previous grades are not competitive enough for an offer. Age restrictions apply to use the STAT for entry to courses and there are fees associated with sitting the test. Higher STAT fees apply after 31 October. Check out the SATAC website for more information.

25.01.2022 Today the year 12 Society and Culture class filmed their social action debrief; finalized their letters and gifts to residents at Freeling, Gilbert Valley and Kapunda Aged Care facilities; and selected topics for their final task. Well done!

25.01.2022 Another concrete slab being put down at KHS today. Great that the builders, Marshall and Brougham, are using local suppliers where possible - in this case, Martina Quarries.

24.01.2022 KHS 2021 Production ‘GREASE’ practise in progress today.

23.01.2022 Year 12 Psychology students: a reminder that you have a trial exam at school tomorrow in Room 183 from 10am until 12.15pm.

22.01.2022 Year 12 students: a reminder to email [email protected] names of guests for Presentation Evening by 27/11. This year, more than ever, requires early notification to avoid disappointment.

22.01.2022 This morning, Year 12 General Maths students were in at school for a trial exam. These experiences are invaluable as students prepare for the ‘real deal’ on Wednesday, November 4th. The final exam is worth 30% of the overall subject grade. It will also assist their teacher, Mrs Warner, to understand where there are gaps and thus where to put emphasis with the revision sessions at the beginning of Term 4.

21.01.2022 Year 11 and families: with school back tomorrow, the ‘Kick Start to Year 12’ day is going ahead as originally scheduled. All Year 11’s are required at school to meet with their Year 12 teachers, learn about the year ahead and get set up for holiday preparations.

20.01.2022 Forwarded to us by a former KHS student.

20.01.2022 For everyone’s safety, Kapunda High School grounds are closed TODAY for the purpose of asbestos removal. No-one is permitted on site.

20.01.2022 Congratulations to the KHS class of 2020 - SACE completion for all students who were enrolled in a full complement of subjects this year. 98% of grades at A, B or C. Well done!

19.01.2022 Reminder: scheduled School Closure on Friday, 27/11 and Staff Development Day on Monday, 30/11. Staff will be involved in collaborative moderation, reviewing new DfE curriculum materials and sharing their 2021 professional learning.

19.01.2022 KHS Holiday Tuition for Yr 12 Students today involved our PE class refining their skills and strategies in Squash at The Rex

19.01.2022 Year 12 Media students were in at school this morning working on final tasks that will form part of the 70% school assessment.

19.01.2022 Today’s holiday sessions were Society and Culture and Mrs Gary-Smith’s RP class. Well done to those who were able to attend- you made great progress setting you up for term 2

18.01.2022 KHS Yr 12 Holiday Tuition Sessions are taking place during the end of term 1 break. Today involves Mr Durand’s Research Project class and Ms Ahrens’ Visual Arts class.

18.01.2022 With a long weekend to go school is about to commence for 2021. We are very lucky to work and learn in such a beautiful environment. Enjoy the last days of your break and we look forward to seeing our students on Wednesday.

16.01.2022 Year 12 Physical Education students: a reminder that tomorrow there is a scheduled ‘check-in’ with Mr Leslie from 11.30-12.30 at KHS.

16.01.2022 With Love Formal Wear is an Adelaide non-profit organisation that gifts donated Year 12 and Year 7 Formal Wear at no charge to students experiencing financial hardship. They have a range of appointments available to dress students from head to toe!

15.01.2022 Yes, it’s a public holiday but no rest for Year 12’s and their teachers trying to maximise learning opportunities as we sneak towards the final exams. Kudos to Mr Jones’ Chemistry students and Mrs Shaw’s Modern History class - 100% attendance for both trial exams held today.

15.01.2022 A reminder to Year 12 Chemistry students that you have a holiday session (trial exam) at KHS tomorrow - commencing at 9am.

15.01.2022 Some very pleasing results this year at Kapunda High School - five students with ATARs of 90+. Congratulations to Georgia Flavel with an ATAR of 98.35 (and a tertiary entrance score of 99.95) who is the KHS Dux for 2020. Isabel Castaneda Habel, Ruby Gardner, Sophie McDougall and Ella Fiegert were also in the 90s. Many more in the 80’s and 70’s.

15.01.2022 Into the second week of the holidays. It’s remained busy at Kapunda High School with further progress on the re-development, new carpet for Rooms 60 and 61 and a lot of tree trimming across the entire site.

14.01.2022 As advertised via previous e-newsletters and on this page, there is a school closure on Friday 27/11 (tomorrow) and a staff development day (aka pupil free day) on Monday 30/11. Staff are involved in moderating student assessments, familiarising themselves with new curriculum materials and sharing their professional learning.

13.01.2022 Back at school this week there will be more Year 8 students proceeding with $20 Boss as part of their learning on Economics and Business. Students work in groups to develop a business proposal and then are given $20 as a ‘start up’ This group used theirs to purchase consumables for their car washing business.

12.01.2022 On the western side of the gym, the new change rooms are being built as part of the re-development. At this stage, progress is on track for them to be completed by February, 2021.

12.01.2022 Looking forward to a new school year!!!! Welcome to all ... new year 8 students ... new enrolments ... returning students ... new members of staff... ... staff, families and friends of KHS. Don’t forget: A Bucket or Broad brimmed hat and a drink bottle required every day during term 1. Hats can be purchased from the front office or students can bring their own. Make sure any embroidery etc is school appropriate. No hat? No problem, students will need to remain under the cover of solid shade areas. A cap is not part of the sun protection policy therefore it is the equivalent of not wearing a hat.

11.01.2022 Year 12’s who are applying for KHS Centenary Grants and Scholarships.

10.01.2022 Back to school tomorrow! KHS buses will be running as normal. ‘Kick start to Year 12’ day for Year 11’s going ahead as originally scheduled.

10.01.2022 Four A+ grades amongst a total of 71 grades in the A range this year. Georgia obtained A+ for Research Project (merit) and Psychology (as well as an A+ (merit) in Society and Culture in 2019); Isabel gained an A+ (merit) for Psychology and Ruby an A+ (merit) for Modern History.

08.01.2022 KHS at Santos C1 grade SSSA Athletics today. Girls finished 6th and Boys finished 7th. Everyone tried their best and did us proud!!

08.01.2022 Some of the Year 11 prize winners for 2020...

08.01.2022 Yesterday, asbestos was removed from Room 260 (PE theory) ahead of demolition today. To date most work on ‘Building A’ has been on the lower ground floor but with the demolition, things will now ‘speed up’ with preparations for the other two levels. Exciting stuff!

08.01.2022 Year 9 Design and Technology students are working with the Light Regional Council to design and manufacture bird houses. What a great community project!

07.01.2022 Kapunda High School Centenary Foundation 2021 Grant Applications close on 30 September. That’s today! Right click into the Country Education Foundation of Australia website: www.cef.org.au and following the prompts.

07.01.2022 Yr 12 Senior Polo Tops are due to arrive towards the end of week 1 or early week 2. Until they arrive students are advised to wear their yr 11 polo top or a plain navy or white polo top. Shorts as usual navy or grey NO white stripes etc. Black shorts / Lycra leggings are not part of the uniform policy. The final order window will open on Wed 27 January for final polo top and Hoodie orders. It will close on Friday 5 February. Orders after this deadline will not be taken. The link will be sent to families and students. Samples for the polo tops and Hoodie are at school in Rm 90 for sizing.

05.01.2022 Reminder to all KHS students.....Friday is a casual clothes day with donations going to the World's Greatest Shave. Bucket or Broad Brim hats are still required when outdoors. Appropriate footwear also applies therefore no Thongs or Ugg Boots.

05.01.2022 Welcoming prospective 2022 Yr 7 and Yr 8 families

05.01.2022 Community Notice: Kapunda High School Site Closure Saturday 17 April. 7.00am - 4.00pm. Asbestos removal from the old changing rooms will be taking place again following on from earlier in the week.

05.01.2022 The Year 12 End of Term 1 Newsletter has been emailed to families.

05.01.2022 Coming up tomorrow at KHS is a Year 12 holiday session for Society and Culture - 10.30-3pm. There will be a social action debrief and work on the final folio task.

05.01.2022 Year 11 students and their families: As previously advised, students who have not as yet completed their compulsory SACE Stage 1 English and Maths subjects are required to be at school this week until finished.

04.01.2022 Coming up this week at Kapunda High School: Monday 30/11 - Staff Development Day (aka Pupil Free Day) and Governing Council Meeting @ 7.30pm. Tuesday 1/12 - Full day transition for 2021 Year 8 students All week - Year 8-10 students need to be finalising last assessments for the year.

04.01.2022 Community Notice: Kapunda High School Site Closure. Asbestos removal will be taking place on Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 April.

04.01.2022 More Santos photos........

04.01.2022 Year 12 students: the wait is almost over! We wish you the very best for tomorrow’s release but remember, good, bad or otherwise you are not your ATAR. As a year level, you have developed into a wonderful group of young adults and we know you will do amazing things in the years to come.

03.01.2022 More SACE Stage 2 trial exams tomorrow at Kapunda High School: Chemistry from 9am in Room 180 and Biology from 10am in Room 182. ‘A dream does not become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work’. Keep focussed on the dream!

03.01.2022 Everyone at Kapunda High School wishes our students, families and friends a safe holiday. It has been a very busy term one and we hope that everyone returns refreshed and ready for term 2 learning. School resumes on Tuesday 27 April.

02.01.2022 Now you have received your offer, watch the attached clip on 'How to enrol' from UniSA. Then, check your University Website for more specific information about enrolling and their future student support officers. They will answer any questions you have. Make sure you respond to the offer by the date given on your offer email confirmation letter. If you don't respond, they will assume you are not intending to study. Your place will then go to someone in the next round. You can also indicate if you want to take a gap year and they will keep your place (unless your course does not allow gap years) https://youtu.be/wzTwTU7077s

02.01.2022 DAYMAP is now live. There may be some minor changes over the next few days. School returns on Wednesday 27 January.

02.01.2022 Our 2015 DUX, Elise Prior, has established an outstanding academic record throughout her Psychological Science studies at the University of Adelaide. Furthermore, she has been a significant contributor to university life - showing great leadership. At the the recent Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences graduation ceremony, she was selected to give the valedictory speech - an enormous honour! Click on the link below to watch it. https://youtu.be/qQ6yeM-1cFM?t=5647

02.01.2022 Year 12 Tourism students undertook a trial examination today at the Barossa Campus in Nuriootpa. Such experiences give the students and their teacher, Mrs Samain, a good indication of where they are ‘sitting’ weeks out from the final exam and where the ‘gaps’ are. Thanks to the Barossa Campus for allowing us to use this fantastic facility while KHS was closed for asbestos removal.

02.01.2022 A reminder to Year 12 General Maths students that you have a trial exam tomorrow morning from 9-11.30am. It will be held in Room 90 at KHS.

02.01.2022 A reminder to Stage 2 Modern History students that you have a trial exam tomorrow at KHS (Room 63) commencing at 12.30pm.

01.01.2022 Today our Year 11 students had their ‘Kick Start to Year 12’ day. It was great that despite the recent disruption, a high proportion of students were at school to meet their Year 12 teachers, learn about their courses and get some ‘holiday’ learning. Well done, Class of 2021!

01.01.2022 Year 12 Psychology students were in at school this morning undertaking a trial exam. This will support them in identifying areas of strength but also areas requiring additional revision. For their teacher, Ms Knowler, it will assist her in knowing what areas require re-visiting in the lead up to the online exam on Wednesday, November 11.

01.01.2022 Year 12 Media students: a reminder that you have a holiday session at school tomorrow - 10.00am - 3pm.