Category: Community

Year 11 and 12 WACE Examination Symposiums

May 8, 2017

The University of Notre Dame Australia will be hosting its Symposium series for Year 11 and 12 students in June.

The purpose of the Symposium series is to provide a real advantage to students by delivering seminars offering useful insights applicable to their examinations. The seminars will be delivered by staff from Notre Dame’s academics schools. There is no cost to attend this event and lunch is provided.

There will be four Symposiums running in 2017:

SYMPOSIUM DATE SUBJECTS CONTACT
Business Symposium Tuesday 20 June 2017 ATAR Accounting & Finance, Business Management & Enterprise or Economics

Lexi Rollins, lexi.rollins@nd.edu.au.au

 
Humanities and Social Sciences Symposium Thursday 22 June 2017 ATAR Politics & Law or ATAR Philosophy & Ethics Charlene Ellison, charlene.ellison@nd.edu.au
Arts Symposium Friday 23 June 2017 ATAR Drama, ATAR Literature, ATAR English or ATAR Media Production & Analysis

Hannah Murray, hannah.murray@nd.edu.au

 
Health Sciences Symposium Tuesday 27 June 2017 ATAR Health Studies or ATAR Outdoor Recreation Alanna Harmey, alanna.harmey@nd.edu.au

 How to register

Fill out the relevant attached registration form and return to the relevant email contact listed on the program by Friday, 26 May.

Please note that there are limited spaces available in each stream and they will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the University.

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UNDA Business Symposium – Program-1vwryaq

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Stephen Kernutt

Careers Advisor

Barbagello Raceway Visit

May 8, 2017

On Friday 05/05/2017 the year 11 and 12 Automotive Engineering and Technology student visited Barbagello Raceway to watch the Supercars and other classifications practice for Sunday’s racing. It was a wonderful opportunity for the students to see behind the scenes of the requirements to race on the day.

Aside from the Supercars, the class favorites were the stadium trucks and the drift cars. The drivers and the Club Presidents were very generous with time for the students, which was greatly appreciated.

Another highlight was the availability of pit lane, where the public can visit and see how much work goes into the setting up of the cars. This is closed on the Saturday and Sunday.

A big thanks to Russell Sewell, who made the day possible, which has inspired the students.

Rohan Hotchkin

Design Technology Teacher

 

Class photo.

Matt Drew inspecting Stadium Trucks suspension

Avon Rowse checks the inside of a drift car.

 

‘Beyond the Classroom’ Workshop

May 8, 2017

Last week students attended the ‘Beyond the Classroom’ workshop with The Salvation Army.

In Western Australia, schools have the ability to engage directly with staff and clients of The Salvation Army allowing them to gain a greater understanding of issues facing thousands of Australians every day.

Students learnt all about breaking the cycle of poverty and helping those living rough in Perth.

Did you know 100,000 Australians will be homeless tonight?

 

Drive & Park Considerately

May 7, 2017

Recently across from the school grounds, a parked Gray Toyota Rav, was damaged by the tow bar of a large vehicle.

At school pick-up and drop-off times Doveridge Drive becomes congested and we would like to take this opportunity to remind Year 12 students and families to be courteous and considerate when driving and parking. In the event of an accident happening please leave your details (name and contact number) on the windscreen of the damaged vehicle.

St Stephen’s School is committed to ensuring the safety of our students is maximised and that all members of our community work toward a safer environment.

Al Fresco Fridays are back

May 7, 2017

Students and staff relax in the perfect weather on the quad while enjoying the warmth and precision of a musical ensemble.

Past Student Benjamin Jeyabalan and his band ‘Young Amity’ performed for our students during lunchtime. Ben met his band members during his leavers break to Ningaloo and they quickly formed a connection.

Students enjoyed the opportunity to listen to some relaxed and upbeat songs.

Many thanks to Ben and Young Amity for showcasing excellence in the Arts at St. Stephen’s School

What a magnificent end to the week!

Update from Abrolhos

May 5, 2017

The group made it back to Geraldton yesterday evening after what was one of the most amazing days their Skipper had ever had on the islands and he’s been working there his whole life!

The weather has been absolutely perfect and they were spoilt with the variety of incredible encounters  – seals, dolphins, whales to name a few!

Yesterday’s incredible sunset from Rat Island.

The group were surrounded by a pod of what must have been hundreds of false killer whales on the journey between islands this afternoon.

All students are now safe and sound back on dry land!

SCSA Information for Year 12 students

May 4, 2017

Parents and students have been sent an email with information in regard to the student declaration and permission form to be completed online.

This needs to be done by Friday, 26 May.

Student information site:     https://www.wace.wa.edu.au

Student declaration page via School Curriculum and Standards Authority’s Year 11 and 12 website: http://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/the-wace/student-declaration

Parent Information – Online Stident Declaration and Permission: http://www.scsa.wa.edu.au/publications/year-12-information.

 

House Cross Country

May 4, 2017

The House Cross Country took place today in perfect weather.

Cross country running is one of the disciplines under the umbrella sport of athletics, and is a natural terrain version of long-distance track and road running. The course, typically 4–12 kilometres long.

Well done to the winning house, Timae, and to everyone that took part!

 

 

Useful information from our Careers Advisor

May 3, 2017

 

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Featured in this volume is:

  • Law, Business and Governance Evening – join us on Wednesday 17th May to hear more about courses in Law, Business and Governance including new courses in Crime Science, Criminal Behaviour and Professional Accounting & Finance.
  • OnTrack Enabling Programs and the Alternative Pathways Evening on Wednesday 7th June.
  • Live and Explosive Chemistry Show – Murdoch will be hosting the BBC’s Naked Scientist Dr. Chris Smith for a live and explosive chemistry show on Tuesday 9th May.

 

 

 

Advice for students planning a Career Expo visit.

http://wwwmycareermatchcomau.cmail19.com/t/ViewEmail/y/5074BBFE628E4BCF/AE8CF39969F988F8FE6194DE962A274B

 

Stephen Kernutt

Careers Advisor

Swimming Success for Year 11 Student

May 2, 2017

After his outstanding results at the National Age Swimming Championships, Avon Rowse has been selected in the WAIS high performance training program coached by Bud McAllister.

Bud trained Olympic swimmers Janet Evans and Jazz Carlin just to name a few.

Well done, Avon!