Curtains Up Students Explore Key Themes at the Theatre
Scholars Take on the World Kells Academy’s Winning Streak
A trip to the theatre is more than just a fun outing—it’s a chance to see the themes and ideas from English class come to life. Our students had
the exciting opportunity to do just that, attend- ing two incredible plays that sparked thoughtful discussions. Our Grade 11 students visited Centaur Theatre to see Three Women of Swatow , a dark comedy that explores powerful themes of womanhood, culture, and intergenerational trauma. This grip- ping play sparked some fascinating conversa- tions about identity and the experiences that shape us. Meanwhile, our Grade 9 and 10 students attended The Wolves at the Segal Center, a compelling show about belonging, friendship, and the challenges of growing up. The play, centered around a girls’ soc- cer team, resonated with many students as they reflected on the ups and downs of friendship and dealing with grief. These theatre experiences not only en- tertained, but also helped students see how literature and the themes they study in class can come to life in a fresh, engaging way.
The World Scholar’s Cup is no ordinary aca- demic competition—it’s an exciting, international challenge that brings students together to debate, write, and think critically in a fun and collabora- tive way. This year, our teams proved their bril- liance at every level! At the Regional Round 2025, our Senior Team placed 1st in Collaborative Writing and 2nd in
A special congratulations to Grade 11 student Bill Nguyen, who took his skills all the way to the 2024 Tournament of Champions at Yale University after competing in Vietnam and Malaysia. Bill’s dedication and talent earned him an outstanding set of awards, including Gold in Debate, Writing, Team Bowl, Team Writing, and Team Debate. We are so proud of all our Scholars! Their hard work, teamwork, and love for learning truly set them apart.
Team Debate, with both Junior and Se- nior teams qualifying for the presti- gious Global Round. Under the
guidance of Mr. Jankowski, our students brought home an incredible 24 medals and trophies and 7 Team Awards! Grade 8 Scholar, Ghasan Kitana, also wowed the crowd during the Talent Show.
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KELLS ACADEMY SPRING 2025 NEWSLETTER
KELLS ACADEMY SPRING 2025 NEWSLETTER
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