Students in Primary were invited to a Sausage Sizzle at lunchtime.
The sizzle was a fund-raising event for the South Africa tour coordinated by Mr Osbourne.
Judging by the long queues it was a lip-licking success.
Well done to everyone involved!
“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” – Peter 4:10
The recent fund-raising event, Akwaaba, was a tremendous success with a fantastic attendance.
Parents and students enjoyed the drumming workshop and delicious barbeque.
Mr Clay Osbourne was the coordinator of this event and had this to say “Well done to everyone for being proactive and helping out at the Drumming night tonight. You really came together as a team tonight. Your initiative and willingness to get involved was amazing. Thank you! Thank you to all the parents and everyone who purchased tickets. Your contributions will go toward our service initiates and greatly benefit children in South Africa.”
Well done again on a fantastic effort!
Our generous an energized student’s in Timae have raised $4,232.65 for the Salvation Army and the Beyond the Classroom campaign.
Student’s decided to run a Lap-A-Thon and asked family and friends to support the event by sponsoring them.
What a fantastic effort!
“Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.” – Romans 12:11
A record number of food was collected for Food Rescue last week by our Service Learning Coordinator Donna Lund.
Donna takes a food cart around to cafes and restaurants around Perth CBD and collects left over food for the homeless.
Who is Food Rescue…
Food Rescue is a UnitingCare West program feeding disadvantaged people in Western Australia.It aims to alleviate hunger by rescuing perishable, fresh and nutritious food from cafes, caterers, supermarkets and wholesalers and delivering it to disadvantaged, vulnerable people.
The program assists a variety of people in need including people experiencing homelessness, women and children in crisis, vulnerable young people, indigenous communities, elderly people, refugees and new arrivals and families on low incomes.
Food Rescue relies on the support of public donations, corporate funding and the dedication of volunteers.
‘Share your food with the hungry, and give shelter to the homeless. Give clothes to those who need them, and do not hide from relatives who need your help.’ – Isaiah 58:7
Dear Parents/Caregivers,
St Stephen’s School would like to announce its inaugural Indonesia: Bali Life Foundation Service Tour 2018 open to students currently studying in Years 9 and 10 (Years 10 and 11 2018). Bali Life Foundation is a small charity based in Jimbaran, Bali where they care for and educate young disadvantaged children and youth.
Our students will engage in volunteer work at the orphanage as well as the Bali Life support services within the locality of central and southwest Bali. These services include Suwung Community School, Bali Life Sustainable Community Garden, Kuta Street Kids and Mothers Program, and the Training and Education Community Centre.
The tour will consist of 16 students and 3 staff from across both campuses and will be departing 17 April, returning 24 April, 2018 (first week of the April holidays). The approximate cost of the tour will be $1200.
We will be seeking expressions of interest from students in October 2017.
Regards
Mr Stephen Meagher, Deputy Head of Care
Ms Donna Lund, Coordinator of Service Learning
Take part of in a drumming workshop whilst enjoying a traditional SA braai!
Akwaaba (“uh-kwaa-buh”)…meaning “welcome” in the Akan language from Ghana, Akwaaba’s vision is to use traditional African drumming and music as a tool to promote harmony and cultural understanding. Led by Paul Osei Kofi, Akwaaba has been entertaining a wide variety of audiences for over 20 years with energetic, powerful and interactive performances, drum circles and workshops. Use of traditional African hand drums and other percussion instruments bring alive the rhythms of Africa.
There will also be cold drinks for sale.
*Because students are present THIS IS A SMOKE AND ALCOHOL FREE EVENT*
The Year 9s visited two independent indigenous schools: Yiyili and Purnululu.
What an amazing experience they had!
Students on the Bethany home tour have made a flying start! They have helped improve Bethany students’ fine and gross motor skills by doing craft activities, jumping through hoops and even an amazing race activity. They have started a mural as well as visited a Muslim School.
Duncraig Year 10 students participated in a 5-day work experience and service learning program last term to help gain some real world experience in the workplace. Students were placed in cafes, childcare centres and a pharmacy. Thanks to all the employers and service providers who hosted our students. Great experience for the students.
I have enjoyed being able to visit many of our Year Ten students as they have participated in Work and Service Learning this week. Every one of our students told me how they were enjoying their time in the workplace or service learning, and many said this had helped them make decisions about their career path. One of the very special elements of the week were the past students who I encountered along the way. Their positive feedback about the long term impact of our school community were delightful to hear. There are also a number of our parents supporting this week and I thank all of you for the support you have given to the Year Ten cohort. The week was obviously of great value to the students. A special thank you to Cathy Trethowen who coordinated the challenging logistics of the week so successfully.
My best wishes for a relaxing and peaceful term break.
Dr Liz Criddle
Deputy Head of Secondary.