Thank you

Thank you so much to our Parent Reps who organised the Father’s Day Stall and Reading Quest fundraisers. Together these events raised approximately $3400 for the Evening on The Green event.

We would also like to thank our community for supporting the Kindy – Year 12 Bake Sale last week, which raised a whopping $2672.80 for the Melanoma Institute.

 

Staff Appreciation Day – Friday 6 September

The Year 6 captains have planned a fundraiser for GiveWrite (“Giving Kids in Need the Tools to Succeed”). Please see the flyer below – they are inviting all students to dress up as a teacher or learning assistant and bring in stationery items which will allow the captains to put together full pencil cases for students in need.

We are asking each year group to bring in a different stationery item (they can bring in one or many!). We will place buckets in your classroom later this week so that these can start coming in, prior to the dress-up day next Friday, 6 September.

To view the video below, please use password: ssscp

 

Year 3 – 6 Primary Champion Schools Cross Country – Rescheduled Opportunity

After the cancellation of the Year 3 – 6 Primary Champion Schools Cross Country Carnival that was due to take place on Thursday 1 August (cancelled due to severe weather warnings), the event has now been rescheduled to Friday 25 October (Week 3, Term 4).

If your child is still interested in participating in this event, you will need to complete this nomination form:

https://www.schoolsportwa.com.au/product/cross-country-primary-champion-schools-individual-nomination-form/

Parents/guardians will need to attend  this event with their child/children if they wish to participate. If your child is participating, please email hannah.uglow@ststephens.wa.edu.au so we can arrange a St Stephen’s School running shirt for your child to borrow for the event.

Hannah Uglow

 

Term 3 Running Club

All students in Kindy to Year 6 and their families are encouraged to join Miss Uglow, Mrs Bartels and Mr Simms on the Primary Green every Thursday morning to run as many laps around the Green as you can! No matter what your ability is, come on down to earn House points, improve your fitness, build your confidence and run your way towards a healthier lifestyle. Each participating individual will be given their own Running Club lapathon card to count their laps every week. Runners will earn 1 Running Club House Point for every lap they complete around the Primary Green. Running Club lapathon cards must be left in our year group bags at the end of each session.

We will meet on the Primary Green every THURSDAY morning from 8.00am – 8.25am. Come dressed in your sport uniform or normal school uniform and running shoes. You can still participate even if you are not dressed in your sport uniform! Everyone is welcome – you do not need to sign up to participate in this club. Run at your own pace and come and go as you please. Parents/guardians and younger siblings are encouraged to join in too.

WEEK 5 Running Club House Points : (drum roll please…) 

CHARIS	MAKARIA	PARRESIA
32	44	56

Congratulations to PARRESIA for running the most laps in Week 5!

100 LAPS CLUB 

Congratulations to James Finkelstein (PPDI) and Lucas Sweeney (2ME) who completed 100 laps on their running club cards!

OSH CLUB RUNNERS
Students who attend OSH Club on Thursday morning are welcome to come along to Running Club too. Please advise the OSH staff if your child would like to attend running club and a staff member will walk them to our club on the green. Thank you.

Education Minister’s Running Challenge Term 3 

Primary and secondary school students across WA are invited to register for the Education Minister’s Running Challenge in Term 3. The challenge aims to increase participation in physical activity, regardless of ability. Registered primary students will be required to run, walk or wheel for 20 minutes per week, while secondary students and staff complete 30 minutes per week, from July 15 to September 13. Activities may be completed during or outside of school hours. Term 3 Running Club will be the perfect opportunity for our St Stephen’s School community to complete the challenge – so sign up now and get running! Go St Stephen’s!

Link to sign up: https://www.ministersrunningchallenge.wa.gov.au

Information about the challenge: https://www.ministersrunningchallenge.wa.gov.au/the-challenge

Hannah Uglow

 

Scholastic Book Club

Scholastic Book Club orders are due Wednesday 4/9

 

Parent Series Term 3 – Cyber Safety and Digital Wellness

We are pleased to host this presentation by Kayelene Kerr from eSafe Kids. Parenting in the digital age can be complex and challenging. While there are many benefits for our children being online, there are also risks. Kayelene will share up-to-date information, practical strategies and resource recommendations to help you keep your kids safe. Tickets are free but booking is essential. https://events.humanitix.com/ps2024-t3

 

Drawing Competition – Calling All Young Artists: Join the Primary Drawing Competition!

Attention all budding artists! It’s time to unleash your creativity and embark on a journey into the realm of imagination with our Primary Drawing Competition! 🚀🖌️

This year, our theme is “Journey into Imagination“, inspired by the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland. As the theme for this year’s Art Exhibition: Fusion is “Down the Rabbit Hole“, we invite you to explore the enchanting universe of Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale and let your imagination run wild.

Here’s how you can participate:

🖍️ Lower Primary: You have the option to either collect a colouring page from the Primary Forum near the entrance to Student Reception, or let your imagination take flight and create your own original picture on A4 paper.

🎨 Upper Primary: Get ready to showcase your artistic prowess by creating your very own original drawing inspired by the theme.

Make sure to write your name, house, and class on the back of your entry, and drop it into the designated box in the Primary Forum near the door to Student Reception.

📅 Deadline: All entries must be received by Friday, September 20th, the last day of Term 3. Feel free to submit multiple entries and let your creativity shine!

🏆 Prizes: Winners will be announced at the Fusion – Art Exhibition in Term 4. Not only will you receive an award for your outstanding creativity, but you’ll also be rewarded with a special prize!

This is your chance to showcase your talent, express your imagination, and be part of something truly magical. So, gather your pencils, paints, and markers, and let’s embark on an artistic adventure together!

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to let your creativity soar. We can’t wait to see the amazing artworks you’ll create!

Let’s paint a masterpiece together and make this year’s Primary Drawing Competition one to remember!

Happy drawing! 🎨🌟

Mrs Emily Tutty and Mrs Daniela Calabro

Primary Art Teachers

 

Fair Game Australia Sports Equipment Donations

This term we will be collecting pre-loved sports equipment donations for Fair Game Australia! Students are invited to bring in any unwanted/outgrown sports equipment to donate. The sports equipment donation bin will be located in the Primary Forum until the end of Term 3.

Sports Equipment Donation Ideas:

• AFL footballs, soccer balls, basketballs
• Footy boots
• Cricket bats
• Soccer shin pads
• Runners/sneakers
• Tee ball bats, mitts and balls
• Track shoes
• Cones
• Boxing gloves/focus pads
• Dodgeballs
• Hula hoops
• Large sports bags in good condition (eg. Cricket bags)

The following items CANNOT be donated: 

• Sports clothing and uniforms (except team sets of bibs)
• Helmets (baseball, cricket or bike – due to safety reasons)
• Golf clubs
• Trophies or medals
• Hats
• Used drink bottles
• Large items such as fitness machines, bikes etc.
• Backpacks
• Any item that is broken, worn out or not suitable for current use (eg. old style tennis rackets)

Please note that all donations should be in functional condition and cleaned prior to donation.

Fair Game takes your sports equipment to some of the most remote and under-serviced communities in Australia where it helps remove barriers to participation in sport and fitness activities and supports a healthy lifestyle. The Fair Game Recycle and Donate program distributes over 6000 items a year having a positive social and environmental impact. For more information visit https://www.fairgame.org.au/donate-equipment/

Hannah Uglow

Primary Physical Education Teacher (PP-6)

 

Joondalup Athletics – Come and Try Day

Father’s Day Stall This Week

A reminder fo all students to please bring money if they would like to purchase something from the Father’s Day Stall.

Tuesday 20 August – Kindy, Pre-Primary, Year 6, Year 1

8am – 8.30am                 Kindy and Pre-Primary students accompanied by a parent

8.30am – 8.45am           Year 6 and Pre-Primary students (with staff assistance)

8.45am – 9am                  Year 1 and Pre-Primary students (with staff assistance)

Wednesday 21 August – Pre-Kindy, Year 5, Year 4, Year 2, Year 3

8.00am – 9.15am            Pre-Kindy students accompanied by a parent

8.30am – 8.45am           Year 5s

8.45am – 9.00am           Year 4s

9.00am – 9.15am            Year 2s

9:15am-9:30am              Year 3s

Thursday 22 August

8.30am – 9.30am

Anyone who hasn’t purchased and wishes to do so.

 

Collaborative Approaches to Support Bullying

Wednesday 21 August, 6.15pm

Duncraig Campus – Community Room

We are proud to be hosting this Ngala Parenting Connections WA workshop. Presented by Vanessa Kay, this session is beneficial for those whose children have experienced bullying or those interested in a solution-focused approach that they can implement at home, to build confidence and well-being. In this free presentation, discover how co-regulation can play a crucial role in supporting individuals who have been bullied.

Book online – https://www.ngala.com.au/workshop/collaborative-approaches-to-support-bullying-the-role-of-co-regulation/

Bake Sale – Thursday 22 August

All students from Kindy to Year 6 are invited to bring in some money for this delicious fundraising event. All students who would like to purchase items will be taken to the Primary Forum at Recess. Thank you in advance for your support.

 

Athletics Carnival Presentations

A huge congratulations to everyone who participated in the Primary Interhouse Athletics Carnival on Friday. The energy, enthusiasm and House spirit displayed by our students on the day was outstanding! We will be holding our Athletics Carnival Presentations this Friday 23 August at 2.55pm in the Primary Forum.

Hannah Uglow – Primary Physical Education Teacher

 

Term 3 Running Club

All students in Kindy to Year 6 and their families are encouraged to join Miss Uglow, Mrs Bartels and Mr Simms on the Primary Green every Thursday morning to run as many laps around the Green as you can! No matter what your ability is, come on down to earn House points, improve your fitness, build your confidence and run your way towards a healthier lifestyle. Each participating individual will be given their own Running Club lapathon card to count their laps every week. Runners will earn 1 Running Club House Point for every lap they complete around the Primary Green. Running Club lapathon cards must be left in our year group bags at the end of each session.

We will meet on the Primary Green every THURSDAY morning from 8.00am – 8.25am. Come dressed in your sport uniform or normal school uniform and running shoes. You can still participate even if you are not dressed in your sport uniform! Everyone is welcome – you do not need to sign up to participate in this club. Run at your own pace and come and go as you please. Parents/guardians and younger siblings are encouraged to join in too.

WEEK 4 Running Club House Points : (drum roll please…) 

CHARIS	MAKARIA	PARRESIA
44	94	93

Congratulations to MAKARIA for running the most laps in Week 4! Parresia were only one lap behind! Congratulations to our Year 2 cohort who had the most runners participating in Week 4.

100 LAPS CLUB 

Congratulations to Bernard Streeter (1C) who completed 400 laps on his running club card!

OSH CLUB RUNNERS
Students who attend OSH Club on Thursday morning are welcome to come along to Running Club too. Please advise the OSH staff if your child would like to attend running club and a staff member will walk them to our club on the green. Thank you.

Education Minister’s Running Challenge Term 3 

Primary and secondary school students across WA are invited to register for the Education Minister’s Running Challenge in Term 3. The challenge aims to increase participation in physical activity, regardless of ability. Registered primary students will be required to run, walk or wheel for 20 minutes per week, while secondary students and staff complete 30 minutes per week, from July 15 to September 13. Activities may be completed during or outside of school hours. Term 3 Running Club will be the perfect opportunity for our St Stephen’s School community to complete the challenge – so sign up now and get running! Go St Stephen’s!

Link to sign up: https://www.ministersrunningchallenge.wa.gov.au

Information about the challenge: https://www.ministersrunningchallenge.wa.gov.au/the-challenge

Hannah Uglow – Primary Physical Education Teacher

Book Week Parade – Friday 23 August

Costume Hire

Dear Parents and Students

We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our Primary School Costume Corner! Whether it’s for school assemblies, dress up days, or fun events like book week, we’ve got a wide range of costumes for everyone!

Come visit us at the Costume Corner in Parresia every day in Week 4 from 8.00am – 8:30am and 3.00pm – 4.00pm to browse and borrow costumes. Please note, we are cash only.

Full Costumes: $10

Accessories $1 per/piece

Costumecorner@ststephens.wa.edu.au

Costume Corner 

Scholastic Book Club

Scholastic Book Club orders are due Wednesday 4/9

 

Drawing Competition – Calling All Young Artists: Join the Primary Drawing Competition!

Attention all budding artists! It’s time to unleash your creativity and embark on a journey into the realm of imagination with our Primary Drawing Competition! 🚀🖌️

This year, our theme is “Journey into Imagination“, inspired by the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland. As the theme for this year’s Art Exhibition: Fusion is “Down the Rabbit Hole“, we invite you to explore the enchanting universe of Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale and let your imagination run wild.

Here’s how you can participate:

🖍️ Lower Primary: You have the option to either collect a colouring page from the Primary Forum near the entrance to Student Reception, or let your imagination take flight and create your own original picture on A4 paper.

🎨 Upper Primary: Get ready to showcase your artistic prowess by creating your very own original drawing inspired by the theme.

Make sure to write your name, house, and class on the back of your entry, and drop it into the designated box in the Primary Forum near the door to Student Reception.

📅 Deadline: All entries must be received by Friday, September 20th, the last day of Term 3. Feel free to submit multiple entries and let your creativity shine!

🏆 Prizes: Winners will be announced at the Fusion – Art Exhibition in Term 4. Not only will you receive an award for your outstanding creativity, but you’ll also be rewarded with a special prize!

This is your chance to showcase your talent, express your imagination, and be part of something truly magical. So, gather your pencils, paints, and markers, and let’s embark on an artistic adventure together!

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to let your creativity soar. We can’t wait to see the amazing artworks you’ll create!

Let’s paint a masterpiece together and make this year’s Primary Drawing Competition one to remember!

Happy drawing! 🎨🌟

Mrs Emily Tutty and Mrs Daniela Calabro

Primary Art Teachers

 

Joondalup Athletics – Come and Try Day

 

Father’s Day Stall This Week

A reminder fo all students to please bring money if they would like to purchase something from the Father’s Day Stall.

Tuesday 20 August – Kindy, Pre-Primary, Year 6, Year 1

8am – 8.30am                 Kindy and Pre-Primary students accompanied by a parent

8.30am – 8.45am           Year 6 and Pre-Primary students (with staff assistance)

8.45am – 9am                  Year 1 and Pre-Primary students (with staff assistance)

Wednesday 21 August – Pre-Kindy, Year 5, Year 4, Year 2, Year 3

8.00am – 9.15am            Pre-Kindy students accompanied by a parent

8.30am – 8.45am           Year 5s

8.45am – 9.00am           Year 4s

9.00am – 9.15am            Year 2s

9:15am-9:30am              Year 3s

Thursday 22 August

8.30am – 9.30am

Anyone who hasn’t purchased and wishes to do so.

400m & 800m Races

Congratulations to everyone who participated in our 400m races today! It was wonderful to see so many students participating in the event and earning points for their respective Houses.

Students in Year 3 – 6 who would like to participate in the optional 800m events must make their way down to the oval tomorrow. Parents/guardians are permitted to spectate the events from a distance but must not interfere with the children and races. Results from our 400m and 800m events will contribute to overall House and individual athletics carnival points.

Week:	Event:	Year Group:	Date:	Time:
4	800m	3 – 4	Wednesday 14 August	Recess time 10.55am – 11.20am
4	800m	5 – 6	Wednesday 14 August	Lunch time 12.40pm – 1.10pm

If your child was absent/unwell for our 400m (Year 1 – 6) and/or 800m races (Year 3 – 6), they will have the opportunity to run a time trial on Monday 19 August. Please see the updated schedule below:

Week:	Event:	Year Group:	Date:	Time:
5	400m Time trial   400m Year 4 Boys	Any student Year 1 – 6 who was absent in Week 4.   Year 4 Boys	Monday 19 August	Recess time 10.55am – 11.20am
5	800m Time trial	Any student Year 3 – 6 who was absent in Week 4.	Monday 19 August	Lunch time 12.40pm – 1.10pm

Please note: Monday 19 August will be the only additional time/date for any absent students to complete a 400m or 800m time trial, as we must finalise our Athletics results after this day. 

Primary Interhouse Athletics Carnival

Date: Friday 16 August (Week 4, Term 3)

Time: 8.25am – 3.20pm
Students in Year 1 – 6 need to arrive at school no later than 8.25am.  

Please note: Our Kindy and Pre-Primary students will only be involved in morning activities. At approximately 9.30am, the Kindy and Pre-Primary students will participate in team games in their own sectioned off area on the oval.  

Location: St Stephen’s School Carramar – Oval

What to Wear: 

• Sport Uniform
• Appropriate sports shoes (no athletics spikes permitted, rubber athletics shoes only)
• Clearly labelled St Stephen’s School hat
• Clearly labelled St Stephen’s School jacket and/or tracksuit pants

What to Bring: 

• Clearly labelled water bottle
• Students must bring all food and drinks they will need for the day. A meal deal will be available from the Canteen.
• Clearly labelled bag containing all their requirements for the day.
• If your child has asthma, please ensure they bring their own inhaler.

Timetable of Events:

Family Picnic 

We will break for lunch from 12.30pm – 12.50pm. During this time, students will be invited to eat lunch with their families if they have a family member spectating. Students who do not have a family member spectating will need to remain in their House Bay for the lunch break. Parents/guardians will not be permitted in the House Bays designated for students. 

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS… 

Can I spectate the Primary Athletics Carnival? 

Families are welcome and encouraged to spectate the Primary Athletics Carnival. There will be a designated spectating area for families near the finish line. Spectators are not permitted in the House Bays designated for students and staff only. Spectators will need to bring their own chairs and/or picnic rugs for the spectating area. Spectators are welcome to make their way around the oval to spectate the field events and team games, but please be mindful of track events and races that are taking place throughout the day.  

Can I take photos/videos? 

Parents/guardians may take photo or video recordings of their own child/children (provided other students are not identifiable and the images are not shared on social media). No photo or video recording is to be used as evidence for results or appeal. The judge’s decision is final. Disputing with officials sets a poor example for children and undermines the spirit of fair play.

Which events will my child be participating in? 

Every child will have the opportunity to participate in every event at our Primary Athletics Carnival. We look forward to a day filled with enthusiasm, effort and enjoyment as our students take part in every event, in the spirit of fair play and inclusivity.

How does the House point and ribbon system work at the Athletics Carnival? 

• Every student in Year 1 – 6 who participates in an individual event will receive at least 2 house points for their efforts.
• In our individual track and field events, students will receive house points and individual points based on their overall placings (times or distances).
• 1^st place: 10 points, 2^nd place: 9 points, 3^rd place: 8 points, 4^th place: 7 points, 5^th place: 6 points, 6^th place: 5 points, 7^th: 4 points, 8^th: place 3 points, 9^th place onwards: 2 points.
• It is important to note and explain to your child that some year groups will have multiple heats for track events. House points and place ribbons will be allocated and presented to students after all 50m, 100m or 200m heats have been run.
• For example – there may be three 100m race heats for the Year 3 girls category. If a student in Heat C runs the fastest time overall out of all runners in Heat A, B and C, then the student from Heat C will be awarded with 10 house points and the 1^st place ribbon.

We encourage you to remind your child that the true spirit of our Athletics Carnival lies in participation, effort and enjoyment, rather than simply winning a ribbon. Celebrating personal achievements, effort and improvement fosters a positive and inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and proud of their own individual accomplishments. Emphasise the importance of doing your best, supporting others and having fun!  

When is the Interschool Athletics Carnival? 

The Year 3 – 6 NIPSSA Interschool Swimming Carnival will take place on Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 September (Week 9, Term 3). The Interschool Athletics Team will be selected from the results at our Interhouse Athletics Carnival. More information about the carnival will be sent out via Consent2Go once the team has been selected.

What does NIPSSA stand for? 

NIPSSA stands for Northern Independent Primary Schools’ Association. It refers to group of independent primary schools in the northern suburbs who come together to participate in a range of Interschool sporting events throughout the year. NIPSSA events are organised and coordinated by the host school’s physical education teacher, with the help of other staff and community volunteers. NIPSSA events are not organised by an external organisation (such as the ACC, who coordinate many secondary Interschool events), and are run entirely on a volunteer basis. Schools participate in all NIPSSA events with the same cluster of schools, except for the NIPSSA Cross Country event, which sees cluster groups come together for a larger Interschool event.

Joondalup Little Athletics Club

Little Athletics is a fantastic way to keep fit and builds the foundation skills of running, jumping and throwing, which are all transferable to other sports. If your child is interested in participating in Little Athletics outside of school, Joondalup Little Athletics Centre is a fantastic local club –  https://www.joondalupathletics.com.au The WA Little Athletics season runs from October until March.

We look forward to seeing our students participate in the 2024 Interhouse Athletics Carnival!

Miss Hannah Uglow

Primary Physical Education Teacher

 

National Science Week

 

Collaborative Approaches to Support Bullying

Wednesday 21 August, 6.15pm

Duncraig Campus – Community Room

We are proud to be hosting this Ngala Parenting Connections WA workshop. Presented by Vanessa Kay, this session is beneficial for those whose children have experienced bullying or those interested in a solution-focused approach that they can implement at home, to build confidence and well-being. In this free presentation, discover how co-regulation can play a crucial role in supporting individuals who have been bullied.

Book online – https://www.ngala.com.au/workshop/collaborative-approaches-to-support-bullying-the-role-of-co-regulation/

 

Upcoming Bake Sale – Thursday 22 August

All students from K-6 are invited to bring in some money for this delicious fundraising event. All students who would like to purchase items will be taken to the Primary Forum at Recess. Thank you in advance for your support.

Book Week Parade – Friday 23 August

 

Costume Hire

Dear Parents and Students

We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our Primary School Costume Corner! Whether it’s for school assemblies, dress up days, or fun events like book week, we’ve got a wide range of costumes for everyone!

Come visit us at the Costume Corner in Parresia every day in Week 4 from 8.00am – 8:30am and 3.00pm – 4.00pm to browse and borrow costumes. Please note, we are cash only.

Full Costumes: $10

Accessories $1 per/piece

Costumecorner@ststephens.wa.edu.au

Costume Corner 

 

Entertainment’s 30th Birthday

It’s Entertainment’s 30th Birthday and we’re teaming up with them to raise much-needed funds for our cause and give you a few goodies to celebrate too!

For a limited time, buy any Single City Entertainment Membership and get a FREE upgrade to a Multi City Membership! Plus, go into the draw to win some epic prizes including luxury dining experiences, thrilling family adventures, gift cards and more 🎁✨ All with a 12-month Entertainment Membership starting at just $70!

Grab this amazing offer now for your chance to win while saving up to 50% off restaurants, activities, shopping, and more.

Thank you for your continued support!

Order Here – https://subscribe.entertainment.com.au/fundraiser/839u93

 

Drawing Competition – Calling All Young Artists: Join the Primary Drawing Competition! 🎨🐇✨ 

Attention all budding artists! It’s time to unleash your creativity and embark on a journey into the realm of imagination with our Primary Drawing Competition! 🚀🖌️

This year, our theme is “Journey into Imagination“, inspired by the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland. As the theme for this year’s Art Exhibition: Fusion is “Down the Rabbit Hole“, we invite you to explore the enchanting universe of Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale and let your imagination run wild.

Here’s how you can participate:

🖍️ Lower Primary: You have the option to either collect a colouring page from the Primary Forum near the entrance to Student Reception, or let your imagination take flight and create your own original picture on A4 paper.

🎨 Upper Primary: Get ready to showcase your artistic prowess by creating your very own original drawing inspired by the theme.

Make sure to write your name, house, and class on the back of your entry, and drop it into the designated box in the Primary Forum near the door to Student Reception.

📅 Deadline: All entries must be received by Friday, September 20th, the last day of Term 3. Feel free to submit multiple entries and let your creativity shine!

🏆 Prizes: Winners will be announced at the Fusion – Art Exhibition in Term 4. Not only will you receive an award for your outstanding creativity, but you’ll also be rewarded with a special prize!

This is your chance to showcase your talent, express your imagination, and be part of something truly magical. So, gather your pencils, paints, and markers, and let’s embark on an artistic adventure together!

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to let your creativity soar. We can’t wait to see the amazing artworks you’ll create!

Let’s paint a masterpiece together and make this year’s Primary Drawing Competition one to remember!

Happy drawing! 🎨🌟

Mrs Emily Tutty and Mrs Daniela Calabro

Primary Art Teachers

 

Term 3 Running Club

All students in Kindy to Year 6 and their families are encouraged to join Miss Uglow, Mrs Bartels and Mr Simms on the Primary Green every Thursday morning to run as many laps around the Green as you can! No matter what your ability is, come on down to earn House points, improve your fitness, build your confidence and run your way towards a healthier lifestyle. Each participating individual will be given their own Running Club lapathon card to count their laps every week. Runners will earn 1 Running Club House Point for every lap they complete around the Primary Green. Running Club lapathon cards must be left in our year group bags at the end of each session.

We will meet on the Primary Green every THURSDAY morning from 8.00am – 8.25am. Come dressed in your sport uniform or normal school uniform and running shoes. You can still participate even if you are not dressed in your sport uniform! Everyone is welcome – you do not need to sign up to participate in this club. Run at your own pace and come and go as you please. Parents/guardians and younger siblings are encouraged to join in too.

WEEK 3 Running Club House Points : (drum roll please…) 

CHARIS	MAKARIA	PARRESIA
55	87	76

Congratulations to MAKARIA for running the most laps in Week 3! Congratulations to our Year 1 and 2 cohorts who had the most runners participating this week. Keep up the great work everyone!

OSH CLUB RUNNERS
Students who attend OSH Club on Thursday morning are welcome to come along to Running Club too. Please advise the OSH staff if your child would like to attend running club and a staff member will walk them to our club on the green. Thank you.

Education Minister’s Running Challenge Term 3 

Primary and secondary school students across WA are invited to register for the Education Minister’s Running Challenge in Term 3. The challenge aims to increase participation in physical activity, regardless of ability. Registered primary students will be required to run, walk or wheel for 20 minutes per week, while secondary students and staff complete 30 minutes per week, from July 15 to September 13. Activities may be completed during or outside of school hours. Term 3 Running Club will be the perfect opportunity for our St Stephen’s School community to complete the challenge – so sign up now and get running! Go St Stephen’s!

Link to sign up: https://www.ministersrunningchallenge.wa.gov.au

Information about the challenge: https://www.ministersrunningchallenge.wa.gov.au/the-challenge

Hannah Uglow

Teacher – Primary Physical Education

 

 

Reading Quest Reminder – Forms and Money Due Friday 9 August

All proceeds will go towards the Evening On The Green. Prizes will be announced during Book Week.

 

Kindy Request

Kindy staff and students are requesting donations of empty cereal boxes for an upcoming project. They would greatly appreciate these to be dropped off at Kindy.

Thank you

Scholastic Book Club

Book club orders are due Thursday 8 August

 

Term 3 Running Club

All students in Kindy to Year 6 and their families are encouraged to join Miss Uglow, Mrs Bartels and Mr Simms on the Primary Green every Thursday morning to run as many laps around the Green as you can! No matter what your ability is, come on down to earn House points, improve your fitness, build your confidence and run your way towards a healthier lifestyle. Each participating individual will be given their own Running Club lapathon card to count their laps every week. Runners will earn 1 Running Club House Point for every lap they complete around the Primary Green. Running Club lapathon cards must be left in our year group bags at the end of each session.

We will meet on the Primary Green every THURSDAY morning from 8.00am – 8.25am. Come dressed in your sport uniform or normal school uniform and running shoes. You can still participate even if you are not dressed in your sport uniform! Everyone is welcome – you do not need to sign up to participate in this club. Run at your own pace and come and go as you please. Parents/guardians and younger siblings are encouraged to join in too.

WEEK 2 Running Club House Points : (drum roll please…) 

CHARIS	MAKARIA	PARRESIA
56	105	127

Congratulations to PARRESIA for running the most laps in Week 2! Congratulations to our Year 5 cohort who had the most runners participating this week, followed closely by our Year 2 cohort.

100 LAPS CLUB 

Congratulations to Brayden Kilian (2H) and Zachary Allen (3MU) who completed 100 laps on their running club cards! Congratulations to Caileigh van Deventer (2ME) who completed 200 laps on her running club card! We will present all running club certificates at our next assembly on Friday 9 August.

OSH CLUB RUNNERS
Students who attend OSH Club on Thursday morning are welcome to come along to Running Club too. Please advise the OSH staff if your child would like to attend running club and a staff member will walk them to our club on the green. Thank you.

Education Minister’s Running Challenge Term 3 

Primary and secondary school students across WA are invited to register for the Education Minister’s Running Challenge in Term 3. The challenge aims to increase participation in physical activity, regardless of ability. Registered primary students will be required to run, walk or wheel for 20 minutes per week, while secondary students and staff complete 30 minutes per week, from July 15 to September 13. Activities may be completed during or outside of school hours. Term 3 Running Club will be the perfect opportunity for our St Stephen’s School community to complete the challenge – so sign up now and get running! Go St Stephen’s!

Link to sign up: https://www.ministersrunningchallenge.wa.gov.au

Information about the challenge: https://www.ministersrunningchallenge.wa.gov.au/the-challenge

Miss Hannah Uglow

Primary Physical Education Teacher

 

National Science Week

 

Canteen – Athletics Carnival Meal Deal

 

Primary Interhouse Athletics Carnival

Date: Friday 16 August (Week 4, Term 3)

Time: 8.25am – 3.20pm
Students in Year 1 – 6 need to arrive at school no later than 8.25am.  

Please note: Our Kindy and Pre-Primary students will only be involved in morning activities. At approximately 9.30am, the Kindy and Pre-Primary students will participate in team games in their own sectioned off area on the oval. 

Location: St Stephen’s School Carramar – Oval

What to Wear: 

• Sport Uniform
• Appropriate sports shoes (no athletics spikes permitted, rubber athletics shoes only)
• Clearly labelled St Stephen’s School hat
• Clearly labelled St Stephen’s School jacket and/or tracksuit pants

What to Bring: 

• Clearly labelled water bottle
• Students must bring all food and drinks they will need for the day. A meal deal will be available from the Canteen.
• Clearly labelled bag containing all their requirements for the day.
• If your child has asthma, please ensure they bring their own inhaler.

Timetable of Events:

Family Picnic

We will break for lunch from 12.30pm – 12.50pm. During this time, students will be invited to eat lunch with their families if they have a family member spectating. Students who do not have a family member spectating will need to remain in their House Bay for the lunch break. Parents/guardians will not be permitted in the House Bays designated for students. 

400m and 800m Races

We will be running our 400m and 800m events in the weeks leading up to the carnival. Students in Years 1 – 6 are invited to participate in these events on the dates below:

Week:	Event:	Year Group:	Date:	Time:
4	400m	1 – 3	Tuesday 13 August	Recess time 10.55am – 11.20am
4	400m	4 – 6	Tuesday 13 August	Lunch time 12.40pm – 1.10pm
4	800m	3 – 4	Wednesday 14 August	Recess time 10.55am – 11.20am
4	800m	5 – 6	Wednesday 14 August	Lunch time 12.40pm – 1.10pm

Students who would like to participate in the optional 400m and 800m events must make their way down to the oval at the times listed above. Parents/guardians are permitted to spectate the events from a distance but must not interfere with the children and races. Results from our 400m and 800m events will contribute to overall House and individual athletics carnival points. 

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS… 

Can I spectate the Primary Athletics Carnival? 

Families are welcome and encouraged to spectate the Primary Athletics Carnival. There will be a designated spectating area for families near the finish line. Spectators are not permitted in the House Bays designated for students and staff only. Spectators will need to bring their own chairs and/or picnic rugs for the spectating area. Spectators are welcome to make their way around the oval to spectate the field events and team games, but please be mindful of track events and races that are taking place throughout the day. 

Can I take photos/videos? 

Parents/guardians may take photo or video recordings of their own child/children (provided other students are not identifiable and the images are not shared on social media). No photo or video recording is to be used as evidence for results or appeal. The judge’s decision is final. Disputing with officials sets a poor example for children and undermines the spirit of fair play.

Which events will my child be participating in?

Every child will have the opportunity to participate in every event at our Primary Athletics Carnival. We look forward to a day filled with enthusiasm, effort and enjoyment as our students take part in every event, in the spirit of fair play and inclusivity.

How does the House point and ribbon system work at the Athletics Carnival? 

• Every student in Year 1 – 6 who participates in an individual event will receive at least 2 house points for their efforts.
• In our individual track and field events, students will receive house points and individual points based on their overall placings (times or distances).
• 1^st place: 10 points, 2^nd place: 9 points, 3^rd place: 8 points, 4^th place: 7 points, 5^th place: 6 points, 6^th place: 5 points, 7^th: 4 points, 8^th: place 3 points, 9^th place onwards: 2 points.
• It is important to note and explain to your child that some year groups will have multiple heats for track events. House points and place ribbons will be allocated and presented to students after all 50m, 100m or 200m heats have been run.
• For example – there may be three 100m race heats for the Year 3 girls category. If a student in Heat C runs the fastest time overall out of all runners in Heat A, B and C, then the student from Heat C will be awarded with 10 house points and the 1^st place ribbon.

We encourage you to remind your child that the true spirit of our Athletics Carnival lies in participation, effort and enjoyment, rather than simply winning a ribbon. Celebrating personal achievements, effort and improvement fosters a positive and inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and proud of their own individual accomplishments. Emphasise the importance of doing your best, supporting others and having fun! 

When is the Interschool Athletics Carnival? 

The Year 3 – 6 NIPSSA Interschool Swimming Carnival will take place on Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 September (Week 9, Term 3). The Interschool Athletics Team will be selected from the results at our Interhouse Athletics Carnival. More information about the carnival will be sent out via Consent2Go once the team has been selected.

Little Athletics is a fantastic way to keep fit and builds the foundation skills of running, jumping and throwing, which are all transferable to other sports. If your child is interested in participating in Little Athletics outside of school, Joondalup Little Athletics Centre is a fantastic local club –  https://www.joondalupathletics.com.au The WA Little Athletics season runs from October until March.

If your child is going to be absent on Friday 16 August, please advise ASAP via email at hannah.uglow@ststephens.wa.edu.au, as this helps with the planning of our event.

We look forward to seeing our students participate in the 2024 Interhouse Athletics Carnival!

Miss Hannah Uglow

Primary Physical Education Teacher

 

Book Week Parade – Friday 23 August

 

Costume Hire

Dear Parents and Students

We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our Primary School Costume Corner! Whether it’s for school assemblies, dress up days, or fun events like book week, we’ve got a wide range of costumes for everyone!

Come visit us at the Costume Corner in Parresia every day in Week 4 from 8.00am – 8:30am and 3.00pm – 4.00pm to browse and borrow costumes. Please note, we are cash only.

Full Costumes: $10

Accessories $1 per/piece

Costumercorner@ststephens.wa.edu.au

Costume Corner 

 

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