Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

It has been a real pleasure to see our CAS programme begin in style this week, with our students engaging in so many different activities. Whether they are trying something new, or further developing their expertise in an area of passion, their engagement in Creativity, Action or Service activities are a vital part of each student’s learning experience at KGV. Our CAS programme also provides the opportunity for students to further develop their skills and continue to develop a sense of belonging to the KGV community. Throughout this academic year, I would encourage all students to challenge themselves to try something new and explore different CAS options. I would also like to thank all the staff involved in providing such a range of opportunities for our students.

ESF and KGV are always looking to explore further opportunities to enrich the student experience and provide world leading educational opportunities. The Year 9 Limitless programme is one such activity. A quick reminder to our Y9 parents and students that the deadline for sign up is 24th September. Further information has been sent through the ESF App.

I am sure everyone is looking forward to the Mid-Autumn Festival, an important time to reunite with families and spend time together. I hope you enjoy this special occasion and have a wonderful weekend ahead.

Best regards,

Mark Poulsum

Year 12 & 13 Message

We hope that all of our Year 12 and 13 parents and students enjoyed our ESF University Fair @ KGV yesterday.

A huge thanks to our Careers team for putting on such a special event. All students appeared to thoroughly enjoy the experience of sharing their interests and passions with the University Admissions Teams.

Wishing you a great weekend.

Year 7 Message

What an incredible day on Monday at the Swimming Gala! The skill and competitiveness displayed by our KGV swimmers were awe-inspiring, showcasing their hard work and dedication. The support from students in the stands added to the excitement, with enthusiastic house chants and cheers echoing throughout the event. The positive vibe was palpable, making it a memorable day for everyone involved. Congratulations to all participants for their outstanding performances!

As we wrap up Week 5, it's an excellent opportunity for our students to reflect on their connection to KGV over the past fortnight. This could relate to experiences at the swimming gala on Monday, during their Interhouse assemblies, a new CAS activity, or in their classes. Writing a reflection helps students process their experiences, deepen their understanding, and enhance their critical thinking skills.

In line with our commitment to ensuring KGV students feel known, heard, safe, and successful, please encourage your child to complete the reflection on Pages 22 and 23 of the KGV MYP Journal. Use this as a chance to discuss with your child how to cultivate a greater sense of purpose and connection to KGV in the weeks ahead. 

Next week, we’re excited to welcome back Ms. Carole Beer, our Vice Principal for Year 7. I have truly enjoyed getting to know the Year 7 students and parents over the past five weeks.

I'm sure everyone is excited about the Mid-Autumn Festival next week, a meaningful time to reunite with family and enjoy each other's company. I wish you all a fantastic weekend and a wonderful celebration next week.

Year 8 & 9 Message

What an incredible day on Monday at the Swimming Gala! The skill and competitiveness displayed by our KGV swimmers were awe-inspiring, showcasing their hard work and dedication. The support from students in the stands added to the excitement, with enthusiastic house chants and cheers echoing throughout the event. The positive vibe was palpable, making it a memorable day for everyone involved. Congratulations to all participants for their outstanding performances!

As we wrap up Week 5, it's an excellent opportunity for our students to reflect on their connection to KGV over the past fortnight. This could relate to experiences at the swimming gala on Monday, during their Interhouse assemblies, a new CAS activity, or in their classes. Writing a reflection helps students process their experiences, deepen their understanding, and enhance their critical thinking skills.

In line with our commitment to ensuring KGV students feel known, heard, safe, and successful, please encourage your child to complete their reflection on Pages 22 and 23 of the KGV MYP Journal. Use this as a chance to discuss with your child how to cultivate a greater sense of purpose and connection to KGV in the weeks ahead. 

I'm sure everyone is excited about the Mid-Autumn Festival next week, a meaningful time to reunite with family and enjoy each other's company. I wish you all a fantastic weekend and a wonderful celebration next week.

Year 10 & 11 Message

In our assembly this week we focussed on celebrating student success and Wellbeing. The Wellbeing Team presented the Wellbeing Support available to students at KGV. Please see the attached presentation and discuss with your child the support available to them. Wellbeing presentation from our Tuesday assembly.  

Next week, students will complete the Wellbeing survey that provides ua with important statistical data, asks students to reflect on how they are getting on and prompts them to ask for help if needed.

It was amazing to see the house spirit displayed at the Swim gala on Monday, we had some tired students the following day.

Last Friday, half of year 10 were denied the opportunity to sit the Yellis test by the weather. The test has been rescheduled to next Friday Sep 20th.

Next Wednesday is a public holiday. 

Have a great weekend and please continue to monitor how your child is settling into this year and help them to create a pattern of revision on top of their homework.

EDB Student Grant Scheme

The EDB Student  Grant Scheme 2024-25 enrollment (E-submission) will commence this Friday 13 September.

You MUST apply via the “iAM Smart+” App in order to submit your application.

The e-platform will open at 6:00 a.m. on 13 September 2024 and close after 11:59 p.m. on 02 October 2024. 

To submit applications electronically, parents must have a user account of “iAM Smart+” with digital signing function. Parents are strongly encouraged to register for “iAM Smart+” in advance. 

Parents eligible to register for "iAM Smart+" - Holder of Hong Kong Identity Card

Students eligible - Holder of Hong Kong Identity card/birth certificate (please fill out the information on the e-form) OR, holder of foreign passport (Leave the HKID / Birth Certificate number blank).

ALL students who have applied for the student grant in the previous year can apply via E-submission. Including Year 7 and all new students at KGV this year. Please make sure to change the name of the current school on the form.

If you have another child who has not applied for the student grant before, you can register your child onto the system by clicking "add student" after confirming all your details. 

Please click the link below for more information. 

Parent’s Guide on “e-submission of Student Grant Applications”

For enquiries, please contact the Student Special Support Section Kwun Tong Office of EDB (email: stgenquiry@edb.gov.hk; hotline: 3850 2000

Thank you!

ESF University Fair @ KGV on 12 Sep (09.30-12.30). The Uni Fair concluded with huge success. We hope students and parents had opportunities to find out more useful information about post-secondary options.

Year 13
Y13 1-1 HE Session. All students should have received their appointment dates & times. For any query or change, students to reach out to their respective H.E. Counsellor at the soonest.

Google Classroom & Student Bulletin posts. It is very important that students check their H.E. Counsellor’s Google Classrooms and Student Bulletin posts for careers & H.E.-related information.

Year 12
We understand that start of IB/BTEC/IBCP is challenging, especially in Term 1. If students need any help from the Careers & H.E. Team, they can find us in the Year 12-13 Office. We will be presenting to the Yr 12’s later on in the term providing guidance and resources to assist their higher education journey. In the meantime, our H.E. Counsellors have set up Google Classrooms for Y12s where H.E.-related information is shared.

Our KGV Careers Calendar lists known H.E. events.
KGV is not responsible for the quality of any external events. All information is subject to change by event organisers.

H.E. Visits @ KGV School, SSC1-2). Due to the short duration, H.E. visits are open to students only.
17 Sep: University of Southern California
18 Oct: NYU

General
26 Sep: Unifrog International University Fair 2024 (student login required)

H.K.
28 Sep: HK Academy for Performing Arts Information Day 2024
15 Oct: CUHK Sir Run Run Shaw Distinguished Visiting Scholar Lecture

U.K.
14 Sep: University of York Law School: One-day Law Seminar @ CDNIS

U.S.A.
25 Sep: EducationUSA 101]
8 Oct: UCLA Info Session in HK
14 Oct: An Introduction to Brown & Penn

KGV Careers & H.E. Team

School reference (non-higher education purposes)

The KGV Careers Office coordinates all our student references including exit & summer schools.

For students’ privacy, parental permission is required before KGV can release the school reference for your child. KGV will only proceed with requests once parental permission has been received.

To request a school reference, parents are kindly asked to complete this form.  Please allow at least four working weeks for teachers to prepare the references.

School references for higher education applications are managed in a separate process.

If students are pursuing gifted and talented programmes outside of KGV, they should contact Mr. Krishin Hotwani directly.

KGV Careers & H.E. Team

16 - 20 September