Flag Retirement Ceremony

On Friday 4 August the Year 5 students participated in a “Flag Retirement ceremony” following the protocols set by the Commonwealth Government.  We held the ceremony in the Library and had a short presentation on the history of the National flag. We followed the instructions given on the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet website and cut up the damaged flag into the three main components of Union Jack, Federation Star and Southern Cross.

Mrs Langley gave a short talk on national pride and respect for our country and we finished by singing the national anthem. After the ceremony, the Year 6 flag bearers took the new flag out to flagpole and hoisted it into position.

The new flag has been given to us by our local member, Tracey Roberts.

 

Seussical Jr Production – T-shirts (Year 3 to 6 Students ONLY)

I am very excited to announce that Seussical Jr Shirts are now available for Year 3 to Year 6 (ONLY) to order.

Please follow the link below to purchase your very own Seussical Jr Shirt:

https://events.humanitix.com/seusshirt

Sample shirts are available at Reception if anyone would like to try out sizes before purchasing. Sizing guides are also available via the link above

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Please note that these t-shirts are NOT compulsory. They are optional memorabilia for all students involved in the production.

Orders must be placed by 4.00pm Thursday 10 August.

If you choose to purchase a t-shirt, students will be permitted to wear their Seussical Jr t-shirt to school for the duration of the week leading up to production week (28 August – 1 September) and the week of the production (4 – 8 September).

Come and Watch the FIFA Women’s World Cup in the Library!

Each lunch time for the remainder of the World Cup, we will be streaming a game from the previous day for all students to enjoy on the main projector. Come on in and see the action take place!

 

Term 3 Running Club  Commencing Week 3 (Thursday 10 August)

All students in Kindy to Year 6 and their families are encouraged to join Miss Uglow 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 with Miss Uglow 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.

Please note: Our first session of Term 3 will not start until Thursday 10 August due to an Interschool event taking place in Week 2. We look forward to seeing you all in WEEK 3!

 

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 complete one 15-minute walk, run or wheel activity each week during the challenge from August 7 to September 23. Activities may be completed during or outside of school hours. Term 3 Running Club will be the perfect opportunity for entrants to complete the challenge – so sign up now and get running! Go St Stephen’s!!

Link to sign up: https://emrc.perthrunningfestival.com.au

Information about the challenge: https://www.wa.gov.au/government/media-statements/Cook-Labor-Government/School-students-encouraged-to-run-for-fun-in-Minister’s-challenge–20230727

 

Primary Interhouse Athletics Carnival

Date: Friday 18 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 is 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.

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.

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 usually runs from October until March.

If your child is going to be absent on Friday 18 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 2023 Interhouse Athletics Carnival!

Hannah Uglow

Primary Physical Education Teacher (PP-6)

 

Sports Day Meal Deal – Friday 18 August

 

Parenting Connection: Justine Coulson – Boys, Girls, Brains & Behaviour

 

Father’s Day Stall – Volunteers Needed