Our Year 10 students recently spent three days at Mylor camp, engaging in outdoor activities that pushed them beyond their comfort zones and provided the opportunity to experience connections with each other in a different setting.
Designed to provide our students with a unique opportunity to develop essential life skills, promote teamwork, and foster lasting friendships, this camp encouraged personal growth, resilience and self-discovery.
WOW! What a show!
'La Nouvelle-Orléans' transported our audience across the world and was an incredible success.
Our Dance and Music Production for 2024, was a transcendent journey, paying homage to the tapestry and vibrancy of New Orléans. Over three shows, our talented Performing Arts students brought the vibrant streets of New Orléans to life with four captivating quarters, each a vibrant snapshot of the city's essence, creating an exciting ride full of rhythm, colour and energy.
Congratulations to everyone involved in La Nouvelle-Orléans!
Yesterday our students wore pyjamas for a gold coin donation. Funds raised will support the Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project, one of Kildare Ministries Community Works that provides hospitality and support for asylum seekers and refugees in need.
Our Class of 2024 celebrated how far they have come this year by enjoying a shared lunch and dressing up as their childhood career aspirations!
From astronauts to nurses and dancers to teachers, it was a time to remember their journey and to look forward with hope for the rest of their final year at Kildare.
This morning, we hosted our inaugural Kildare College Mentors Breakfast!
Old Scholars and community members were Mentors for our Years 11 and 12 students and provided them with valuable insights into potential career pathways, opportunities and the skills needed for success.
Connecting with professionals from various industries including Law, Medicine, SAPOL, Finance, Business and more; it was a fantastic opportunity for our Senior Years students to learn about a wide range of career journeys.
We thank our speakers, Tania Ferraretto (Class of 1987) and Samantha Newell (Class of 2003) and all the mentors who joined us today and shared their wisdom with our students.
The event was such an inspiring and special occasion for our community and we look forward to sharing more in our College Blog next week.
The curtains have closed on our Senior Drama Production for 2024, which brought together six eclectic theatrical presentations that not only captivated but also entertained the audience showcasing the talent, ingenuity and stage presence of our students.
Congratulations to everyone involved and to our cast members for bringing their characters to life. We thank those who supported our students and were witness to their incredible achievements.
More photos will be featured in our College Blog released on Friday.
What an exciting adventure our Year 8 students had on their Big Day Out!
Venturing to Barossa Bowland, they enjoyed bowling, mini golf, and a shared lunch. It was a wonderful opportunity for them to reflect on the year so far and strengthen their connections with each other.
Jumping into an afternoon of fun and connections!
Many Middle Years events are planned for students this term as a part of our Girls' Achieve Program. Our Year 9 students recently travelled to Bounce for an afternoon of activities, where they were able to deepen connections with their peers and practice taking risks in a safe environment.
What a delight it was to host our Experience Kildare Day with St Joseph's Payneham! A joyous day full of opportunities, connections and activities, resulting in lots of smiles and laughter.
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BRINGING LAUDATO SI' TO LIFE | Paul Beltrame
Inspirational, passionate and innovative educator, Paul Beltrame, is the recipient of the ‘Laudato Si’ Award at the 2024 Catholic Education Awards, an annual event celebrating outstanding outcomes through commitment to Catholic Education. Dedicated educator of 24 years at Kildare College, with a commitment to and advocacy for Stewardship of the Earth, Paul ignites students’ passion and drive to build a sustainable world for the future.
An exceptional Biology teacher, Paul has consistently exemplified excellence in education, with his passion for biology extending beyond the classroom; leading the College Orchid Club, initiating the Wirra Garden at Kildare, and providing students with the rare opportunity to propagate endangered orchids at the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. ‘Kildare is the only school partner that undertakes orchid propagation work in our lab, also assisting with field work such as the reintroduction of an endangered White Beauty Spider-orchid’ says Daniel Duval and Jenny Guerin from the South Australian Seed Conservation Centre. ‘There’s more seeds banked in long term storage, better propagation methods and there are more plants established in the wild as a result of this collaboration.’
Paul is committed to environmental conservation, showcased through Bird Banding, searching for endangered orchids at Anstey Hill and Kangaroo Island's Revegetation project, helping restore vegetation after devastating bushfires. The unforgettable camps for Kildare Physic students to Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary, a place untouched by light pollution, was also made possible by Paul.
Paul's leadership and ingenuity was the foundation for discussions about 'what else' for our students, planting the seed for the Kildare College Innovation Hub, the Tullow Centre. Transforming our curriculum at Kildare; Paul has a 'can do' attitude, leading our Material Solutions course, challenging the stereotype of the female learner and resulting in Year 12 A+ and Merit Achievements. His impact on our students remains evident; with some turning their discovered passion for woodwork into their career.
"I’m optimistic about the future of the Earth, this underpins my teaching in conservation," says Paul. "I believe that is why we should plant alongside our students, why we can repair the material world with enormous Hope, right up to kingdom come – imagine how much better these plants will grow and blossom then."
We congratulate Paul on this incredible achievement, and encourage you to read more and hear about Paul's journey from our community here: https://www.kildare.catholic.edu.au/.../our-staff/laudato-si
