We are delighted to congratulate our Year 12 boys on their commendable approach during the first week of their HSC Trial Exams. The atmosphere has been overwhelmingly positive, with students demonstrating determination and focus. We are confident that their results will reflect the considerable effort they have invested in their studies.

Seeking volunteers for Gala Day
This year’s Gala Day is being held on Saturday 31 August. Gala Day is a whole of school and community event, which is being held on the Senior School campus from 10am-4pm. We encourage all Year 12 boys and their families to attend, as this will be their final Gala Day as part of the Knox community.

Year 12 will be responsible for the Information Booth and we need volunteers to help out on the day. If you are able to assist, please click here.

(Please note that persons working as volunteers at Gala Day are required to have had at least two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine. By signing up to volunteer, you provide the School with an assurance that you have had at least two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine.)

Year 12 Parent Breakfast with the Boys
The breakfast will be held on Friday 20 September at 7am. Please RSVP by 13 September.

Centenary Year 12 Valedictory Ceremony
The Valedictory Ceremony will be held on Monday 23 September at 11am in the Great Hall.

All other events including the Valedictory Dinner are included in the Road Map for Year 12. This Road Map gives you an overview of the term ahead.

We look forward to seeing you at these upcoming events. Have a lovely weekend.

Julien Manuel, Adam Sloan and Karen Thong

Saturday 31 August
• Knox Gala Day

Friday 20 September
• Year 12 Parent Breakfast with the Boys

Monday 23 September
• Year 12 Valedictory Ceremony
• Valedictory Dinner

You are encouraged to save the Year 12 Road Map for Term 3 here. There will be further details made available for each event in due course.

A full list of school events can be found in the School Calendar via the Knox app or Parent Lounge.

Thursday 15 August - Monday 2 September 
• Trial HSC Block

All assessments are subject to change. Students are to refer to the Assessment Notifications provided to them and if in doubt they need to contact their teacher.

Congratulations Year 12 on an outstanding start to the HSC Trial Exam period. Last Monday morning prior to English paper 1, we started with a breakfast and some words of wisdom from Mr Nunan, Mrs Holmes (HOD English), Mr James, and Rev Rosalie. We have reviewed the first week of exams with the Presiding Officers and they were full of praise for the way the boys conducted themselves, especially when papers were being collected. Boys are reminded that full school uniform is to be worn to school on exam days. This includes boater and blazer (unless you have handed your blazer in for colours). If you do not have a blazer available, please wear your Knox jumper or jersey. The boys are the leaders of the School and the younger years do model themselves on the actions and behaviours of Year 12. Wearing the uniform with pride, even on exam day, sends a clear message to the junior boys of the value we place in their appearance. We also remind the boys that if they choose to take their notes with them to the Great Hall and leave them in the foyer, they must place them in the baskets provided. The foyer is cleaned each day and any items not in the baskets will be discarded.

We have been so impressed with the boys arriving well in advance of their examination start time and using Seniors’ Hall to gather their thoughts, take a deep breath, and enter their exams with a degree of calmness. It is highly recommended that they leave earlier than normal to absorb any disruptions and reduce any stress prior to getting to school.

We strongly suggest the boys consider not driving themselves to school as they normally would. They are still very inexperienced as drivers and during this Trial examination block, they will have their minds on the upcoming examination. We understand that there may not be an alternative other than to drive for some students.

PDF Links
• Co-Curricular Newsletter Week 5 Term 3 2024
• Co-Curricular Weekly Training Schedule Term 3 2024 
• KAPA Weekly Rehearsal Schedule Term 3 2024

KAPA
NSW State Band Championships – Sunday 25 August, Penrith
Full details of band arrival and performance times can be found within this letter.
Venue: The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, 597 High Street, Penrith
Meeting Place: in the main foyer of ‘The Joan’
Uniform: Full Winter School Uniform (no boater)
Bring: Instrument and music folder (Year 7, Year 8 and Concert Band). You can bring a water bottle and light snack with you too, but we ask for no additional bags, there is only space for instrument cases. Spit towels – you know if you need them!

Arrival Times:
• Year 7 Wind Band – 7.30am
• Year 8 Wind Band – 10am
• SWE – 1.15pm
• Concert Band – 4pm

Students will be dismissed directly following their performance.

For more details, click on the latest Co-Curricular Newsletter linked above. Should you have any questions regarding the activities please email the Co-Curricular department here.

Chuck Ardron, Director of Co-Curricular Operations

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Sport Newsletter Week 5, Term 3 2024

The CAS Track and Field season has officially kicked off. This past weekend, our students competed in their first internal meet at Knox, showcasing their skills in running, jumping, and throwing whilst some were dusting off the cobwebs after a big winter season. Some incredible times have already been recorded.

We are thrilled to have Knox’s own Paris Olympian, Cameron McEntyre (OKG16), share his expertise on the javelin with our athletes and this will be ongoing for the entire season. Cam spoke to our Year 7s last week about his first experiences at Knox as a 13yr old Athlete and the journey that got him to Paris.

It’s not too late to get involved. Tomorrow, all students are invited to join the Knox Track and Field program at the Sydney Olympic Park Athletics Centre for more athletic fun as we gear up for the CAS Track and Field Championships on September 19 – see you there! For more information, please refer to the Knox app and select Track and Field.

For more on sport this week, please read the Sport Newsletter linked above.

Martin Haywood, Head of Knox Sports and Aquatic Academy

There are many things to be concerned about today. Whether it is socio-political, personal, financial or health issues, there never ceases to be something that causes anxiety. These anxieties are surely exacerbated by 24-hour news cycles, social media interconnection, and other peculiarities of our time; in the same breath, anxiety seems to follow us all regardless of time and place.

But as Christians we can rest on Christ. We are told not to be anxious about anything, but rather to be prayerful. We are told that we can “bring all (our) anxiety and worry to Him”. I am thankful that I don’t have to have everything figured out, I’m so grateful that I don’t have to puzzle through everything myself. It brings the greatest peace to know that whenever we encounter anxieties or problems that may appear insurmountable, we can trust in the mercy and goodness of God. The peace from faith “transcends all understanding”, which is such a wonderful gift to reflect upon.

Chaplaincy Team

Text of the Week
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7

Week 6 Term 3 Menu

When: Saturday 31 August 2024, 10am-4pm
Where: Knox Senior School

The event is a huge community celebration with children’s rides, live music performances, market stalls and much more.

Come and enjoy a wide range of foods and market stalls. Members of the public are welcome to attend throughout the day. Entry is free.

Attractions include:
• Kids rides
• Live music – bands, choirs and more
• Performance by the Knox Pipes and Drums
• Bargain bazaar
• Book stall
• Classic cars display
• Café – coffee and homemade treats
• Market stalls
• Show bags
• Lucky dips
• Souvlaki
• Asian food
• Hot Chips
• Cake Stall
• Popcorn and Slushies
• Barbeque
• Boarders' spit roast and produce

Parking is limited – we encourage all attendees to use public transport.

More information: www.knox.nsw.edu.au/galaday.

On Thursday 22 August, the Headmaster communicated with the community in relation to the significant strides we've made in the first half of 2024 towards our environmental stewardship goals. Please see the letter here.