Week Ahead

ELC

6 December, 9 – 9.55am – Year 2 Farewell Assembly

6 December – Students finish at 11.45am

3-6

5 December, 8.45 – 10.30am – Year 6 Graduation

5 December – Year 6 Amazing Race

6 December, 8.50am – Assembly

6 December, 11.20am – Year 6 Colour Run

6 December – Students finish at 12 Noon

Wednesday 6 December is Non-Uniform Day for ELC and 3-6 Students

Dear Families,

As we stand on the brink of bidding farewell to another enriching year across 3-6 and the ELC, we want to share our gratitude to all those who supported this year.

First and foremost,  we thank God for the blessings and provisions of the year we have had.

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our dedicated and compassionate staff members. Your tireless efforts, unwavering commitment, and nurturing care have created a safe and loving environment for our students.

To our cherished families, thank you for your support, involvement, and collaboration have been the cornerstone of our success. This year we have held many events that would not be possible without your support and effort.

As we reflect on the past year, let us also take a moment to celebrate the numerous achievements for each child and collective year groups. There have been many new milestones and achievements made for each student as they continue to grow.

Finally in our last Primary blog for this year we wish each and every one of you a blessed Christmas and a New Year filled with hope, prosperity, and blessing.

With deepest appreciation and warmest wishes,

Thank you,

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

SSS Gifted & Talented Program: Parent Information Resource

Dear Primary parents/guardians,

Following our Parent Information Session, please find below the link to the Powerpoint resource presented by the School’s GAT Specialist, Catherine Riddle.

Please click on this link: GAT Parent Info Session final.pptx

Synopsis:

What is Gifted and Talented (GAT) Education?

In Education, “Giftedness [is defined as] potential that is distinctly above average in one or more domains of ability and talent refers to performance that is distinctly above average in one or more fields … to a degree that places an individual at least among the top 10% of his or her age peers” (Francoys Gagne, 1999).

How are GAT students identified & selected?

At St Stephen’s School, the Year 7 students, who are invited into the Gifted and Talented Program are identified and selected by an external consultant, in consultation with the GAT Specialist, Mrs Catherine Riddle. Selection is based primarily on objective data; with subjective input from teachers and parents also considered.

2024 School fee payment options

Dear Parents/ Guardians,

In 2024, similar to 2023, Parents / Guardians will not be required to re-select a preferred payment method and frequency at the start of the school year.

The payment method (direct debit, or credit card, or BPAY) and frequency of payment (weekly, fortnightly, monthly, two or three or four instalments or annual upfront) that you had in place in 2023 will continue automatically in 2024.

The dates to note for payments (based on frequency) next year are:

1 upfront payment due on 29 January 2024 (2% discount); or

43 weekly payments starting on Monday 29 January 2024; or

22 fortnightly payments starting on Monday 29 January 2024; or

22 fortnightly payments starting on Monday 5 February 2024; or

10 monthly payments starting on Friday 2 February 2024; or

10 monthly payments starting on Saturday 17 February 2024; or

2 instalments on 18 February 2024 and 18 July 2024; or

3 instalments on 18 February 2024, 18 May 2024 and 18 August 2024; or

4 instalments on 5 February 2024, 22 April 2024, 29 July 2024 and 14 October 2024.

(Where a due date falls on a weekend or public holiday, payment will be processed on the next business day.)

You will not be required to take any action, unless you would like to change the method of payment or frequency of payments. In which case, please contact the Accounts Receivable team on 9243 2103 or email accountsreceivable@ststephens.wa.edu.au as soon as possible.

If you wish to change your credit card, or bank account details, you are able to do this at any time throughout the year via the Parent Portal. Click on the ‘School Payments’ tab and select login under Manage stored cards and direct debits to bank accounts or use the following link https://edinfo.ststephens.wa.edu.au/ManageStoredCards.aspx

In January 2024 your annual fee statement will be available for you to view on the Parent Portal in the ‘School Payments’ tab by logging into Statements and receipt history or use the following link https://edinfo.ststephens.wa.edu.au/fin.aspx

All the best for the holidays,

From the Accounts Receivable Team.

Week Ahead

ELC

29 November, 9.15-10.30am – Pre-Kindy end of year picnic – Mawson Park

29 November, 2-3pm – Pre-Kindy 2024 Orientation

1 December – Worship

1 December, 6.45pm – Presentation Night

3-6

1 December, 2.30pm – Assembly – 2024 House Captains Announced

1 December, 6.45pm – Presentation Night

Firstly, congratulations to the students who took part in the ELC nativity. It was a wonderful performance and really helped us get into the Christmas spirit. Thank you to you all for supporting your children with lines, songs and costumes.

As we begin the final full week of the year, there is a lot of excitement with the final events over this week and next. None more so than our Primary Presentation Night on Friday. Please see below for details of the event.

Date: Friday 1 December 2023

Location:  Carramar Sports Centre, 50 St Stephens Crescent, Tapping

Start Time: 6.45pm.

Time students need to be seated: 6.20pm

For those families who are new to the school and might be unfamiliar with the format of the evening, this is a wonderful time of celebration of our students. Throughout the evening, staff acknowledge academic excellence, academic endeavour and exceptional citizenship among each year group. Students will also be performing choral items that they have been learning.  It is expected that all students attend from Years 3-6 and awardees from Years 1-2, however, should circumstances arise and this is not possible, please advise your child’s teacher and administration.

On the night, please ensure that you arrive at Carramar in time to get the students into the Centre and seated by 6.20pm at the latest. Reserved seating is allocated near the front of stage for our Year 1 and 2 awardees and their parents .  All year 3 and 4 student are to proceed directly to the choir risers. We will start promptly at 6.45pm and should conclude by 7.45pm.

No printed tickets are required for this event, however, please make a booking to ensure adequate seating is provided – https://events.humanitix.com/dppe2023

We look forward to you joining us for this evening of celebration.

Andrew Johnston and Hannah Lockwood-Jones

Dental screening will take place on Tuesday 28 November for the Pre Primary, Year 1, Year 3, Year 4 and Year 6 students.  Only children enrolled in the School Dental Service will be screened. It is a quick growth and development check to look for any obvious concerns and is not a full dental examination.  If you have any queries please contact Marmion Dental Therapy on 9447 1275.

SSS Gifted & Talented Program: Parent Information Resource

Dear Primary parents/guardians,

Following our Parent Information Session, please find below the link to the Powerpoint resource presented by the School’s GAT Specialist, Catherine Riddle.

Please click on this link: GAT Parent Info Session final.pptx

Synopsis:

What is Gifted and Talented (GAT) Education?

In Education, “Giftedness [is defined as] potential that is distinctly above average in one or more domains of ability and talent refers to performance that is distinctly above average in one or more fields … to a degree that places an individual at least among the top 10% of his or her age peers” (Francoys Gagne, 1999).

How are GAT students identified & selected?

At St Stephen’s School, the Year 7 students, who are invited into the Gifted and Talented Program are identified and selected by an external consultant, in consultation with the GAT Specialist, Mrs Catherine Riddle. Selection is based primarily on objective data; with subjective input from teachers and parents also considered.

2024 School fee payment options

Dear Parents/ Guardians,

In 2024, similar to 2023, Parents / Guardians will not be required to re-select a preferred payment method and frequency at the start of the school year.

The payment method (direct debit, or credit card, or BPAY) and frequency of payment (weekly, fortnightly, monthly, two or three or four instalments or annual upfront) that you had in place in 2023 will continue automatically in 2024.

The dates to note for payments (based on frequency) next year are:

1 upfront payment due on 29 January 2024 (2% discount); or

43 weekly payments starting on Monday 29 January 2024; or

22 fortnightly payments starting on Monday 29 January 2024; or

22 fortnightly payments starting on Monday 5 February 2024; or

10 monthly payments starting on Friday 2 February 2024; or

10 monthly payments starting on Saturday 17 February 2024; or

2 instalments on 18 February 2024 and 18 July 2024; or

3 instalments on 18 February 2024, 18 May 2024 and 18 August 2024; or

4 instalments on 5 February 2024, 22 April 2024, 29 July 2024 and 14 October 2024.

(Where a due date falls on a weekend or public holiday, payment will be processed on the next business day.)

You will not be required to take any action, unless you would like to change the method of payment or frequency of payments. In which case, please contact the Accounts Receivable team on 9243 2103 or email accountsreceivable@ststephens.wa.edu.au as soon as possible.

If you wish to change your credit card, or bank account details, you are able to do this at any time throughout the year via the Parent Portal. Click on the ‘School Payments’ tab and select login under Manage stored cards and direct debits to bank accounts or use the following link https://edinfo.ststephens.wa.edu.au/ManageStoredCards.aspx

In January 2024 your annual fee statement will be available for you to view on the Parent Portal in the ‘School Payments’ tab by logging into Statements and receipt history or use the following link https://edinfo.ststephens.wa.edu.au/fin.aspx

All the best for the holidays,

From the Accounts Receivable Team.

LOST PROPERTY

WEEK AHEAD

ELC

24 November – ELC Nativity

3-6

22 November, 6.45 – 8pm – Middle School Music Department Concert

23 November, 6.45 – 7.30pm – Primary Music Concert

24 November – Year 6 Bike Ride to Sorrento Beach

Dear Friends and Families,

Thank you for supporting Uniting WA through Cards That Count. All card packs have now been sent home, however if you ordered after the 9 September, you will receive your card pack this week. Congratulations to MinHa from Year 4, his artwork was selected by Uniting WA to be part of their 2023 Christmas Card pack, these packs are available to order by the general public and raise funds for Uniting WA.

On Wednesday 6 December, we will have a non-uniform day. This will take place on the last day of term and not on the usual Monday. As we have already done our fundraising for BACA and Uniting WA collection this term, there will be no gold coin collection on the day.  Can you please ensure that your child is wearing clothes that can get a little wet and dirty. The students will be clearing out all their things and enjoying some fun activities in the morning.

Presentation Night

Please reserve your tickets to our Primary Presentation Night, Friday 1 December, 6.45pm at our Carramar Campus.

https://events.humanitix.com/dppe2023

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

Music Notes

Music Breakfast

All children who have been involved in one of the Primary School Ensembles this year are invited to attend a music breakfast outside the Primary Music Suite on Friday 24 November 8:00 – 8:30am.  Please bring a small plate of food to share – no more than one person would eat. We would like to avoid packaging waste, so please bring food in a reusable container labelled with your name.

Choral Festival

All primary children are involved in the annual Choral Festival on Monday 27 November in the School Theatre. Each class has learnt songs in their music class, and they will be performing these for an adjudicator who will decide which class has performed them the best.

Parents are welcome to attend the year level sessions in the theatre.

Class competition

11.00 – 11.30   Year 3

11.30 – 12.00   Year 4

12.00 – 12.30   Year 5

12.30 – 1.00     Year 6

SSS Gifted & Talented Program: Parent Information Resource

Dear Primary parents/guardians,

Following our Parent Information Session, please find below the link to the Powerpoint resource presented by the School’s GAT Specialist, Catherine Riddle.

Please click on this link: GAT Parent Info Session final.pptx

Synopsis:

What is Gifted and Talented (GAT) Education?

In Education, “Giftedness [is defined as] potential that is distinctly above average in one or more domains of ability and talent refers to performance that is distinctly above average in one or more fields … to a degree that places an individual at least among the top 10% of his or her age peers” (Francoys Gagne, 1999).

How are GAT students identified & selected?

At St Stephen’s School, the Year 7 students, who are invited into the Gifted and Talented Program are identified and selected by an external consultant, in consultation with the GAT Specialist, Mrs Catherine Riddle. Selection is based primarily on objective data; with subjective input from teachers and parents also considered.

WEEK AHEAD

ELC

13 November, 6-7pm – 2024 Kindy Information Night

15 November, 9-10am – 2024 Kindy Students Orientation Morning

16 November – Year 1, Herdsman Lake Discovery Centre Excursion

17 November – BACA Children in Care Collection

3-6

17 November – Interschool Cricket (Selected Year 5 & 6 students)

Welcome to Week 6. It’s hard to believe that there are only 3 ½ weeks until the end of the school year. Even though we are coming to the end of the year, the enthusiasm and engagement of the students and staff continues to be as strong as ever, although, we can definitely see some tired faces among the students. A huge thank you to all the staff especially Sarah Mornement for the ELC athletics carnival. We appreciate all the parent support and help. It was a wonderful day for our students.

Over the remaining few weeks, we are continuing to work with and support the students to ensure that we are able to finish the year as well as we started it, particularly through our behaviour and uniform. Mr Steven has been using his worship time with the students to remind them of the importance of being kind, reminding them that God asks us to be kind and forgive, using the Bible passage from Ephesians 4:32 “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God has forgiven you” . A wonderful message, and a reminder for our children to continue to show us all the wonderful people they are.

Presentation Night

Please reserve your tickets to our Primary Presentation Night, Friday 1 December, 6.45pm at our Carramar Campus.

https://events.humanitix.com/dppe2023

Wishing you a wonderful week,

Andrew Johnston & Hannah Lockwood-Jones

Music Notes

Music Breakfast

All children who have been involved in one of the Primary School Ensembles this year are invited to attend a music breakfast outside the Primary Music Suite on Friday 24 November 8:00 – 8:30am.  Please bring a small plate of food to share – no more than one person would eat. We would like to avoid packaging waste, so please bring food in a reusable container labelled with your name.

Choral Festival

All primary children are involved in the annual Choral Festival on Monday 27 November in the School Theatre. Each class has learnt songs in their music class, and they will be performing these for an adjudicator who will decide which class has performed them the best.

Parents are welcome to attend the year level sessions in the theatre.

Class competition

11.00 – 11.30   Year 3

11.30 – 12.00   Year 4

12.00 – 12.30   Year 5

12.30 – 1.00     Year 6

SSS Gifted & Talented Program: Parent Information Resource

Dear Primary parents/guardians,

Following our Parent Information Session, please find below the link to the Powerpoint resource presented by the School’s GAT Specialist, Catherine Riddle.

Please click on this link: GAT Parent Info Session final.pptx

Synopsis:

What is Gifted and Talented (GAT) Education?

In Education, “Giftedness [is defined as] potential that is distinctly above average in one or more domains of ability and talent refers to performance that is distinctly above average in one or more fields … to a degree that places an individual at least among the top 10% of his or her age peers” (Francoys Gagne, 1999).

How are GAT students identified & selected?

At St Stephen’s School, the Year 7 students, who are invited into the Gifted and Talented Program are identified and selected by an external consultant, in consultation with the GAT Specialist, Mrs Catherine Riddle. Selection is based primarily on objective data; with subjective input from teachers and parents also considered.

WEEK AHEAD

Presentation Night Tickets now available https://events.humanitix.com/dppe2023

ELC

6-10 November – Scholastic Book Fair (before and after school)

9 November – Year 2 Naturescape Excursion

10 November – ELC Athletics Carnival (8.30 – 12noon)

3-6

6-8 November – Year 6 camp

10 November – Assembly – 6O

It was lovely to see so many of you at the Christmas Markets on Saturday. It was a very hot day, but that didn’t stop you all from having a great time and coming together as a community. A huge thank you to all of the parents who volunteered their time to help with the planning, organisation, set up, running and packing away of the day. We would like to particularly thank Julie Wookey, Melinda Shreeve and Melanie Emmens for their hard work in the build up to and during the event. These things are never easy and take a lot of time planning and organising so we are hugely grateful for all who gave their time to this event.

As we enter the second half of the term, we know you are all aware that this is a very busy time for our teachers as they are preparing for the end of year. Supporting with events, writing reports and continuing with engaging learning opportunities for the students is particularly time consuming. Can we please ask that you are mindful of your expectations with communication, and meeting requests. If you are wanting to know about your child’s progress, you will be able to see this through the SEQTA releases. There have been several released so far and more to come over the next few weeks. If there is anything specific to note or of concern, the teachers will contact you to keep you updated, before the reports are sent to you.

A friendly reminder, the Kindy outdoor learning area is reset each afternoon ready for the next day. Can we please ask students not to enter the Kindy learning space after 3pm dismissal. Thank you for your cooperation.

Last Day of Term – Wednesday 6 December

This day will be a messy day for our students at ELC and 3-6, therefore students are invited to come to school wearing free dress.

Please note ELC students finish at 11.45am and 3-6 students at 12 noon on this day.

Wishing you a wonderful week,

Andrew Johnston and Hannah Lockwood-Jones

WAAPA Summer School 2024

Join us at WAAPA in January 2024 for a fun filled time, you’ll make new friends, learn new skills and best of all – do lots of performing! This summer WAAPA is offering a range of performing arts courses as part of our school holiday program for secondary school students. Classes for young people from Year 7 to 12 in Acting, Improvisation, Dance, Acting for Camera, Jazz and Music Theatre means there is something for everyone with a passion for the arts. This year we have a course especially designed for students from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds. Our wonderful staff cater for all abilities and experience levels. For information about the many courses on offer please visit Summer School 2024 or contact Gabrielle Metcalf at explore.waapa@ecu.edu.au or 9370 6775.

Dear Community,

Happy Monday and welcome to a brand new week of learning. We hope you had a restful weekend.

Whether you’re a student, teacher, parent, or staff member, you are a vital part of our vibrant school family. Remember, our journey is more enjoyable when we walk it together, so let’s celebrate our shared experiences and foster an environment of kindness, respect, and cooperation.

Later this term, we have an exciting event planned to celebrate our students’ learning. Our talented students from Year 3 to Year 6 will be showcasing their musical talents during the evening. To ensure that everyone looks their best, we kindly ask that you have your best and brightest uniforms ready for this special occasion. There has been an increase in students wearing the incorrect uniform, such as jewellery, accessories and shoes. For more details on our uniform requirements, please consult the parent handbook, which is available for your reference online (insert below), to ensure that your child is wearing the correct uniform each day.

WEEK AHEAD

ELC

1 November, 4-5pm – Parent Information Session: Year 7 Gifted & Talented Program (Primary Village)

3 November – PP Pirate Day & Camp Experience

3 November – ELC Assembly

3-6

30 October – Piano Recital – Piano Students Years 3-12

31 October, 8.45 – 10am – Year 7 2024 Music Students Meet & Greet (current year 6 students)

1 November, 4-5pm – Parent Information Session: Year 7 Gifted & Talented Program (Primary Village)

3 November – Year 3 Camp Day and Scitech excursion

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

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Invitation: Parent Information Session: Year 7 Gifted & Talented Program

Dear Primary parents/guardians,

If you believe that your child may be academically Gifted, or if you are simply curious about Gifted and Talented opportunities at our school, then please join us for a general information session regarding the St Stephen’s Year 7 Gifted and Talented Program, one of the School’s many academic Enrichment opportunities available in the Secondary school.

When: Wednesday 1st November, 2023 from 4pm-5pm

Where: the Primary Village

Who: all parents and teachers are most welcome

Context: At St Stephen’s School, we passionately believe that all children have gifts and talents and so the School offers a wide variety of Enrichment opportunities for all our students. One such Enrichment opportunity is the Gifted and Talented Program (GAT), which is an invitation-only academic program.

What is Gifted and Talented (GAT) Education?

In Education, “Giftedness [is defined as] potential that is distinctly above average in one or more domains of ability and talent refers to performance that is distinctly above average in one or more fields … to a degree that places an individual at least among the top 10% of his or her age peers” (Francoys Gagne, 1999).

How are GAT students identified & selected?

At St Stephen’s School, the Year 7 students, who are invited into the Gifted and Talented Program are identified and selected by an external consultant, in consultation with the GAT Specialist, Mrs Catherine Riddle. Selection is based primarily on objective data; with subjective input from teachers and parents also considered.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Sincerely,

Catherine Riddle.

Gifted and Talented Specialist.

CHRISTMAS MARKETS ARE THIS SATURDAY!

Purchase your activity passes and raffle tickets here:

https://events.humanitix.com/cm2023

Signup as a Volunteer here:

https://signup.com/go/rgSgyqv

Signup to make something for our Bake Sale here:

https://signup.com/go/KWPPUVk

Welcome to Week 3,

Our school is always a fantastic place to be during Synthesis week, as we are able to see the incredible art work produced by our students at St Stephen’s. We are tremendously grateful to our passionate and committed staff who are able to work with the children and unlock their talent, but, more importantly, we are able to celebrate the wonderful work produced by the students. If you haven’t had a chance to see the exhibition in the Primary Village and Cousins Hall, please come before it closes on Wednesday afternoon.

This week also brings a lot of excitement, particularly on Friday as it is our Orientation Day. This is where the students will experience moving to the next year to get a glimpse of what life is like in the year above. For most year groups, the day is reasonably straight forward. However, for the Year 2 students, you will be able to start the day over in the 3-6 space, before being walked back later that morning. It promises to be an exciting day as we welcome some new families to the school.

WEEK AHEAD:

23-25 October – Synthesis Exhibition, Cousins Hall and Primary Village

ELC

27 October – Orientation Day

27 October – Primary Disco

3-6

27 October – Orientation Day

27 October – Assembly 5S

27 October – Primary Disco

Wishing you a wonderful week,

Andrew Johnston and Hannah Lockwood-Jones

This term, we are delivering a new community football program offering called Superkick, which targets participants in Year 2 and 3.

We would love for you to be able to assist us by promoting this exciting new program!

Ways that you can help:

• Promote flyer via your school newsletter
• Promote via your parent communications app (e.g. ConnectNOW)
• Promote via your P&C Facebook group
• Promote via any other communication methods with your Year 2/3 parent group (e.g. Y2/3 parent Facebook group)
• See attached flyer and social tiles to assist with promotion.

We appreciate all your support in assisting us promote Superkick through your school!

Duncraig Christmas Markets

The wonderful parents in Duncraig Primary have been very busy organising an amazing family afternoon out for Saturday the 4^th of November. The Christmas Markets will include artisan stalls to buy goodies from, food trucks, live music, kid’s activities, and a stack more! You can pre-purchase raffle tickets or a $5 kids activity pass which gets them unlimited access to face painting, go karts, cuddly animal farm and so much more! We can’t wait to see you there.

Christmas Markets – Less than Two Weeks Away!

The Christmas Markets are just around the corner, and the excitement is building! Here’s how you can make the most of this festive event:

Skip the Line: Secure your activity passes and raffle tickets now to avoid waiting in line on the day.

Click this link to purchase yours: https://events.humanitix.com/cm2023

Get in on the Excitement: To guarantee a safe, smooth, and seamless event, sign up to volunteer for just one hour on the day and in return, receive free activity passes for your children to enjoy!
Click this link to sign up as a Volunteer: https://signup.com/go/rgSgyqv

Whip Up Christmas Cheer: Unable to volunteer but still want to help? We invite you to contribute your baked goods to our Christmas Markets Bake Sale and delight our wonderful community with your delicious treats.

Click this link to sign up for our Bake Sale: https://signup.com/go/KWPPUVk

Pre-Primary – Year 12 ‘Synthesis’ Art Exhibition

Week Ahead

ELC

Thursday 19 Oct 5pm – Synthesis Exhibition Opening Night

Friday 20 Oct – Assembly – KGL

Friday 20 Oct – Kindy Farmer Mick Incursion

Friday 20 Oct – Wednesday 25 Oct – Synthesis Exhibition, Primary Village & Cousins Hall

Saturday 21 Oct 6pm – Salt and Pepper Social – Sandalford Winery

3-6

Thursday 19 Oct – SciTech Challenge Day (selected Year 6 students)

Thursday 19 Oct 5pm – Synthesis Exhibition Opening Night

Friday 20 Oct – NIPSSA Interschool Basketball

Friday 20 Oct – Wednesday 25 Oct – Synthesis Exhibition, Primary Village & Cousins Hall

Saturday 21 Oct 6pm – Salt and Pepper Social – Sandalford Winery

Resource Lists

As we prepare for 2024, the Resource Lists for next year are now available. You can find additional information about these lists below. To access the St Stephen’s Duncraig list, please visit www.campion.com.au and use the following code: DFFT.

Primary Disco

This term, we are thrilled to announce the Primary Disco. A special thank you goes to Dee Crowther, Lynne Aubrey, and Melinda Shreeve for their outstanding work in organizing this event. This year, we’ve introduced a QR code on the poster (see below) for convenient online ticketing access. We’re eagerly anticipating this event, which brings so much joy to our students.

Synthesis Art Exhibition

Don’t miss the Synthesis Exhibition Opening Night this Thursday! Doors open at 5 pm in the Primary Village, followed by the foyer exhibition and awards ceremony in the Theatre at 5:30 pm. We look forward to welcoming you as we explore the fantastic creations by our ELC and 3-6 students. See you there!

Blessings,

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

2024 Resource Lists

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A message from the school nurse

 We wish to inform you that head lice have been found within Year 5.

To assist in limiting the spread, can you please check your child’s hair tonight and treat if necessary.

For more information on how to treat head lice please go to the Department of Health’s website at;

www.healthywa.health.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/Head-lice

As part of our Service Learning program, we partner with a range of groups who support people living with disability, such as Rocky Bay and Wheelchairs for Kids. We have partnered with Activ to provide our community with a unique offer that will see $15 from every Dream Life Lottery ticket sold using our special codeword to go to St Stephen’s School. Tickets are $50 and you have a 1 in 70,000 chance to win! Simply head to dreamlifelottery.com.au and enter the codeword STEPHENS at the checkout for you chance to win a million dollars, raise funds for Activ and support the St Stephen’s School Foundation!

Pre-Primary – Year 12 ‘Synthesis’ Art Exhibition Opening – Thursday October 19^th

Come and see some amazing artworks produced by our creative students over the year! All students from Pre-Primary to Year 6 will have a piece of work in the exhibition, which is in the Primary School Village and High School foyer.

 The exhibition opening will be held at 5pm on Thursday October 19^th

Exciting News: Christmas Markets Coming Soon! 
Get ready to kickstart the festive season with our much-anticipated Christmas Markets on Saturday, 4 November 2023, from 3:00 PM to 7:00PM. Here’s how you can be involved:

Calling all Stallholders: Do you have unique crafts, delicious treats, or quality products to sell? We invite you to be a part of our Christmas Markets. Apply to host one of our 20 market stalls and showcase your business and talents to our wonderful community.
Click this link to complete a Stallholder Application Form: https://form.jotform.com/232399123355054

Whip Up Christmas Cheer: Do you have delectable treats to share? We invite you to contribute your baked goods to our Christmas Markets Bake Sale and delight our wonderful community with your delicious creations. Click the link below to sign up:
Click this link to sign up for our Bake Sale: https://signup.com/go/KWPPUVk

Get in on the Excitement: To guarantee a safe, smooth, and seamless event, sign up to volunteer for just one hour on the day and in return, receive free activity passes for your children to enjoy!
Click this link to sign up as a Volunteer: https://signup.com/go/rgSgyqv

Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and join us for an evening of festive fun, delicious treats, and holiday cheer!

Welcome back to the start of Term 4. We hope you all had a great 2 week break and your children are ready to return for the final term of the year.

As ever, it promises to be a term full of engaging learning and events and we hope your children will find it very prosperous.

Events:

Term 4 is often full of interesting and exciting events and this term is no exception with events such as the Christmas Markets, Salt and Pepper Dinner and the school disco, to name a few. We will do our best to keep you informed through the blogs, but please keep a close eye on the school calendar to stay on top of the dates and times of the events across the term.

ELC – Before and After School play

During the time before and after school we have had several injuries when the children are playing sports. Can we ask that there are no ball sports before or after school please. The students don’t usually play ball sports in this area of the school during the school day.

Join the team at Grow Medical Group and the eczema Nurse Practitioner from Perth Children’s Hospital Dermatology Department to discuss the symptoms and causes of eczema in children. We provide extensive information on the pathological process and various treatment options as well as maintenance programs. A sample bag of products and information will be given to each attendee. Tea, coffee and snacks will be provided.

 Please follow the link below for more information & to reserve your FREE tickets:

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/717602517447?aff=oddtdtcreator

Exciting News: Christmas Markets Coming Soon! 
Get ready to kickstart the festive season with our much-anticipated Christmas Markets on Saturday, 4 November 2023, from 3:00 PM to 7:00PM. Here’s how you can be involved:

Calling all Stallholders: Do you have unique crafts, delicious treats, or quality products to sell? We invite you to be a part of our Christmas Markets. Apply to host one of our 20 market stalls and showcase your business and talents to our wonderful community.
Click this link to complete a Stallholder Application Form: https://form.jotform.com/232399123355054

Whip Up Christmas Cheer: Do you have delectable treats to share? We invite you to contribute your baked goods to our Christmas Markets Bake Sale and delight our wonderful community with your delicious creations. Click the link below to sign up:
Click this link to sign up for our Bake Sale: https://signup.com/go/KWPPUVk

Get in on the Excitement: To guarantee a safe, smooth, and seamless event, sign up to volunteer for just one hour on the day and in return, receive free activity passes for your children to enjoy!
Click this link to sign up as a Volunteer: https://signup.com/go/rgSgyqv

Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and join us for an evening of festive fun, delicious treats, and holiday cheer!

ELC

20 Sept – PPL Bush walk

22 Sept – ELC Music Assembly – Primary Chorale Tour

3-6

19 Sept – NIPSSA -Inter School Athletics (selected Yr 3-6 students) – jumps, throws, 800m

20 Sept – NIPSSA – Inter School Athletics (selected Yr 3-6 students) – sprints, team games

21 Sept – Year 6 Jam Poetry Night

22 Sept – Assembly 4I

Dear Community,

So, we have now reached the end of term. Over this term we have had so much fun and learning. I am sure the staff and students are looking forward to time away from school, to rest and recharge. It takes many people, departments, and resources to run a busy term. A huge thank you to our awesome staff at the school. A special thank you to all the parents for supporting us over the term too.

Additional thanks also to the following people.

• Daniel Parker, parent helpers and staff for the running of the School Athletics Carnival. There were lots of events and it was great to see house spirit in full force.
• Last week at the ELC we had our Piano recital. Our ELC piano students are to be commended for their confident and entertaining performances. An outstanding recital! It is wonderful to see the growth of the students piano playing over the course of this year. Well done to all those involved.
• Thank you to the Digital Learning Team for their fantastic learning journey at the ELC. The students really enjoyed exploring the variety of Tech based learning.
• To our Year 1 team and support from Kindy teachers in delivering a wonderful Year 1 camp. It was lovely to see the students utilising their knowledge from their recent Inquiry as they visited the Western Bush Swamp Tortoise and Numbats as well as all the other animals.
• Many thanks to 3-6 for hosting another transition day for the Year 2 students. The high school students provided a great insight to the music program for next year and what can be achieved as a band when you learn an instrument. Thank you Jeanette Teh and Rebecca Thorne.

Have a wonderful break and looking forward to seeing you all next term. Term 4 commences Tuesday 10 October.

Take Care,

Hannah Lockwood-Jones & Andrew Johnston

Christmas Markets

Calling all Stallholders: Do you have unique crafts, delicious treats, or quality products to sell? We invite you to be a part of our Christmas Markets. Apply to host one of our 20 market stalls and showcase your business and talents to our wonderful community.

Click this link to complete a Stallholder Application Form: https://form.jotform.com/232399123355054

Lost PropertyPlease check lost property for any items your child may have misplaced. We have a collection of drink bottles, food containers, uniform items and other miscellaneous items.

Located in the Primary Village and ELC Administration.

Please remember to put your child’s name on all items they bring to school.