From small seeds to global impact – Service in action
It brings us so much joy to see some of our past Primary students now taking part in our High School Service-Learning Tours overseas, living out our core value of Service in meaningful, tangible ways.
We like to think that perhaps the small seeds we planted here in Primary, through the simple everyday gestures of “service in action”, have taken root and flourished. Watching our students carry these values forward into new contexts is a reminder that Service truly lies at the heart of what we do and believe. It’s one of the qualities that makes our students stand out and grow into compassionate, engaged citizens.
Right now, our Vietnam Tour students are putting their hearts into raising funds to support the communities they will serve. We encourage our whole school community to get behind their upcoming Sausage Sizzle on 10 September.
Please check the poster for more information and support this fantastic initiative. Together, we can help their service go even further.
Madame Pilote Mrs Langley Mr Andrews
Vietnam Tour Sausage Sizzle Fundraiser
Reminder: Use of Disabled Parking Bays
We’ve been contacted by a member in our community who experienced difficulty when collecting their grandchildren recently. The disabled parking bays near the playground were occupied by vehicles without ACROD permits.
These bays are essential for those who genuinely need them and we kindly ask for everyone’s cooperation to ensure they remain available for ACROD permit holders only.
Thank you for helping us keep our school welcoming and accessible for all.
Father’s Day Stall
Children’s University
It is hard to believe we are in Term 3 and the countdown to the graduation event begins. For those who are new to the program, it is important to get your child’s passports stamped and up to date this term as the deadline for hours contributing towards this year’s graduation is fast approaching. There will be a final stamping date on the first day of Term 4 (Tuesday 14 October). As this is the first day back it is easy to forget. To avoid disappointment (and too much work for me to process by the deadline), I would recommend having all of your hours processed this term. Just a reminder that I am in the Primary forum each Thursday before school.
The graduation ceremony this year will be either Tuesday 25 November or Wednesday 26 November. As soon as I know which of these two ceremonies we have been assigned to, I will let you know. In the meantime, please pencil both dates in your diary.
If your child is close to accruing enough hours to qualify for graduation, a reminder to get them to explore the CU portal to get those final hours they need. Attached is a booklet I found this morning which explores the Victorian goldfields, you can earn up to 3.5 hours by completing this booklet and bringing it to show me at one of our passport stamping sessions.
Primary Interhouse Athletics Carnival
Date: Friday 29 August (Week 5, 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 – 1pm. 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:
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Week: |
Event: | Year Group: | Date: | Time: |
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4 |
400m | 1 – 2 | Monday 18 August |
Lunch time |
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4 |
400m | 3 | Tuesday 19 August |
Recess time 10.55am-11.15am |
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4 |
400m | 4 – 6 | Tuesday 19 August | Lunch time 12.40pm – 1.10pm |
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4 |
800m | 3 – 4 | Wednesday 20 August |
Lunch time |
| 4 | 800m | 5 – 6 | Thursday 21 August |
Lunch time |
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).
- 1stplace: 10 points, 2nd place: 9 points, 3rd place: 8 points, 4th place: 7 points, 5th place: 6 points, 6th place: 5 points, 7th: 4 points, 8th: place 3 points, 9th 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 1st 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 Athletics Carnival will take place on Tuesday the 23 and Wednesday the 24 of September. 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 29 August, please advise ASAP via email at kaliah.nicol@ststephens.wa.edu.au, as this helps with the planning of our event.
We look forward to seeing our students participate in the 2025 Interhouse Athletics Carnival!
Miss Kaliah Nicol
Primary Physical Education Teacher
Sports Day Meal Deal
Week 2 Running Club House Points
drum roll please…..
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CHARIS |
MAKARIA | PARRESIA |
| 42 | 58 |
79 |
Congratulations to PARRESIA for running the most laps in Week 2!
100 LAPS CLUB
Congratulations to Sanum Keshave (Year 1) who completed 200 laps on her running club card! Well done.
Cards That Count
We will be partnering with Uniting WA again this year to fundraise with Cards That Count. Students are busy creating unique works of art which will soon be transferred to your choice of either greeting cards, calendars, diaries, note books, sketch books, tote bags, pillowcases and tea towels for you to order. More information regarding ordering these keepsakes will follow later in the term.
