Category: Secondary

Topic: Transitioning from Childhood to Adolescence: What to Expect

June 12, 2018

The developmental transition from childhood to adolescence brings many significant physical, psychological, social and emotional changes. Adjusting to these changes can be a challenging time for both parents and young people. This evenings presentation will provide information about the changes to expect in children as they journey towards adolescence, discuss puberty and mental health, outline the best ways parents can support and respond to the changing needs of children in their transition from primary school to high school, and provide practical tips highlighting how parents can effectively communicate and partner with the school to assist children to feel more confident and ease the transition to high school.

Date: Wednesday 27 June
Time: 6.45 – 7.45pm
Location: Cousins Hall – Duncraig Campus
Presented by Dr Alicia Handley and Ms Claire Handley

Try’A Trade

June 12, 2018

This week some of our Year 10 and Year 9 students are at Try’A Trade at the Clarkson campus of NMetro Tafe. Over 3 days they will have a go at plastering, tiling and bricklaying.

This state-of-the-art facility is the main campus for trades training in Perth’s northern corridor.

Try’a Trade is a day where students can try a number of trades and learn more about the many career options the industry provides. Students might be thinking of a career in the trades or maybe still figuring out what job pathway they might like to pursue. Either way, Try’a Trade is the perfect way to try a whole range of options all in the same day.

The best part about Try’a Trade is that it’s really hands on. Students get the chance to drill, hammer, and plaster while learning from real tradespeople.

Cathy Trethowen

VET Liaison Officer

“I can do all things through him who strengthens me” – Philippians 4:13

Year 9 Ration Challenge

June 12, 2018

Can you imagine eating only rice, lentils and sardines for three days straight?

This is what Year 9 students and Mr Dale Kelly will do as they take part in the Ration Challenge, where they will eat only what a refugee eats for three days. Their challenge will take place during Refugee Week, which runs from 17 to 24 June 2018.

Students will receive a ration pack consisting of basic food items, and while they raise awareness, they also raise funds for the cause. The food in each ration pack, which includes rice, lentils, chick peas, sardines and some oil, will feed each person for the three days.

This activity ties in with the Year 9 students in two ways:

  1. Part of the English course is that they are currently studying Anh Do’s The Happiest Refugee
  2. The Rite Journey aims to explore ideas about advocating for those in need.

Here is the link to their fundraising page https://school.rationchallenge.org.au/st-stephens-school

 Students and staff are aiming to recognise and raise awareness of the struggles experienced by people around the world who seek refuge from war, famine, and natural disasters.

“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” – Ephesians 2:10

Girls Play Too

June 8, 2018
 

Our Girls AFL Teams put on a striking performance at this week’s Lightning Carnival, taking on some tough teams and bringing their all to the field!

 

Parent Symposium 2018

June 8, 2018

For more information please go to the school’s website: https://www.ststephens.wa.edu.au

Book tickets via WWW.TRYBOOKING.COM/VXCQ

 

 

 

A6 Service Learning

June 8, 2018

A6 recently went to Bethanie Age Care in Kingsley as part of their Service Learning programme accomanied by Mrs Libbis and Mrs Yan.

Service-learning is an approach to teaching and learning in which students use academic knowledge and skills to address genuine community needs.

Below are a few photos of the students.

“Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.” – Peter 3:8

 

 

Year 12 Students Depart for Retreat/Camp

June 7, 2018

The Year 12’s left for their retreat yesterday.

Year 12 retreats are often reported as being one of the most memorable and meaningful experiences of a student’s school life. The activities are designed to help prepare these 17 and 18 year-old students to confidently take the final steps to move from childhood to adulthood and being a responsible, well-adjusted member of society.

Year 12 retreats are particularly special because they are often one of the last times students will relax and renew together as a year group. They are facing the prospect of life beyond school, beyond teachers and beyond the school support network that has nurtured them for up to 13 years. These retreats can be very emotional and often give students the opportunity to openly share their feelings, hopes, memories and uncertainties.

“WHAT IS A SCHOOL RETREAT?

A retreat is . . .

  • A pause from the “business” of everyday life
  • An opportunity to strengthen friendships
  • A time for quiet prayer and reflection in a peaceful atmosphere
  • An opportunity to build and strengthen friendships and promote understanding between students and teachers
  • A fun ‘time-out’ for recreation, games, songs, learning and play

We hope they have a wonderful time and an experience to remember!