Newsletters

In our June 2026 newsletter, we are proud to feature the many events, milestones and stories that have taken place over the last few months.

We begin with the Teacher Feature: Legends in Education in which we feature Dr Renette van Zyl, a dedicated teacher who touched countless lives over four decades at KD Victory Park.

The King David Schools’ Foundation takes vicarious pride in our alumni, and in this newsletter, we are delighted to feature Dynamic Davidian, Vicky Friedman (KDL 1995), whose award-winning career in theatre, screen, choreography and arts-education reflects her passion for creativity and mentorship.

We also proudly feature alumni who are making headlines in the AlumNews section where we celebrate the many KD alumni who are making their mark – from the courtroom to the kitchen! We also share the stories of South African alumni who have shone in the performing arts this year.

We are thrilled to offer you the opportunity to win a three-night stay for two adults at Little Garonga in our luxury game reserve raffle. Your entry helps to ensure that over 2,300 students, including 400 without means, are able to benefit from a world-class KD education.  Click here to enter! 

At King David, students live Jewish life every day. We are proud to share the DIJE (Department of Informal Jewish Education) activities that have taken place in the schools over the last few months.

A core value of a King David education is ‘community’ and KD students are encouraged to make the world a better place. This newsletter highlights two meaningful partnership initiatives at King David High School and King David Primary School Linksfield, generously sponsored by donors to the KDSF.

We share the amazing story of Dora Seeff, whose family connection to King David Schools spans decades, campuses, lifelong friendships and an enduring connection to Jewish identity.

We bring you updates and photos from our 30, 50, 60 and even 70-year ReZOOMions and an in-person 10-year reunion for the KDL Class of 2016. We encourage you to diarise the reunion dates for 2026, so you don’t miss out on yours!

Finally, we are delighted to celebrate births, engagements and weddings across our Davidian family in the Mazeltov section.

We thank you, our loyal friends and donors, for your ongoing support, and continue to pray for peace in Israel.