Students and staff held house assemblies to mark this special day. At 11 am on 11 November 1918 the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare. The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month attained a special significance in the post-war years.
“They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.”
Research shows that what you eat and how you eat matters. It matters a lot. So this month I’m focusing on foods that can help us to think, feel and live better.
The problem is our modern environment sets us up to make poor food choices. Fast food is engineered to be cheap and tasty (but low in nutrients).
Like drinking smoothies for breakfast? Then consider adding a handful of blueberries or a tablespoon of cocoa powder into your next one. The research is in: foods rich in flavonoids are fantastic for your brain and cognition. You can read more about the power of flavonoid-rich foods here.
If you’re thinking, “Kale chips? No thanks!” we get it. But we encourage you to have an open mind because these chips are super tasty!
You can read about how to make the perfect kale chip here.
How much sugar is in your breakfast cereal?
Want to see how these cereals rate in terms of added sugar? The results may surprise you …
Food Rules: An Eater’s Manual by Michael Pollan. It contains simple and easy to understand guiding principles to help you make healthy food choices.
Dr Jane Genovese
Learning Fundamentals
We were honoured to receive an invitation to perform at the Glengarry Private Hospital 40th Anniversary Celebration.
Students from the Year 11 and Year 12 Music ATAR classes provided music for this special occasion in the newly landscaped courtyard garden. After a speech from the hospital CEO, Mila Snyman (Year 12) performed Romberg’s Sonata in E minor opus 38 on ‘cello, accompanied by Mrs Jamison, which was very well received by the audience.
The students led the guests in an enthusiastic rendition of “Happy Birthday” as the enormous hospital birthday cake was cut!
Our Year 11 and Year 12 students, Mr Bourgault and Mrs Jamison then provided background music for the rest of the morning while the guests enjoyed morning tea. The musicians performed in small groups and as soloists – a woodwind trio, ‘cello duet, ‘cello and violin duet, trombone trio, clarinet solo and ‘cello solo – displaying a diverse array of instruments and a wide variety of music.
The hospital staff were very appreciative of our students’ contribution to the atmosphere of the morning. Our music students are wonderful ambassadors for St Stephen’s School and it is such a pleasure to watch them excel on their instruments.
“My heart, O God, is steadfast, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and make music.” – Psalm 57:7
The Community Freezer originated from a desire to show God’s love, in a practical way, for families in times of need.
We aim to keep a stock of freezer meals and non-perishable items. If you are able to supply a meal, or other items, it would be greatly appreciated. Just one meal a term or even one meal a year would be invaluable.
Thank you for supporting this service to our community.
Both the Weekend West and The Sunday Times featured St Stephen’s School and the FIRST LEGO League which took place at the Carramar Sports and Leisure Centre last weekend.
Hundreds of people watched 24 teams take on the FIRST LEGO League at the weekend. Some of the teams travelled from as far as Mount Magnet and Dongara to take part in what was a fantastic community event presented by Curtin University.
The West Australian & The Sunday Times
Carramar was the place to be on Saturday. The Sports Centre was abuzz with anticipation and excitement as competitors arrived.
Well done to everyone.
The event even made the Weekend West.
‘Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” – Corinthians 10:31
Art Technician Claire Davenhall has an exhibition piece on show at the Rockingham Foreshore.
This work explores the concept of lost soles, the inhuman amounts of people who have boarded boats in search for better a life, the lost soles, drifting in a sea of knowledge, with a school of thought in a vessel of hope… Its made from found objects, set in marine grade resin with a special pigment that contains prisms, it glistens in the sunlight to represent a glimmer of hope. The back is painted in a colour shifting green and gold custom made paint that symbolizes the national colors of Australia.
Congratulations Claire!
Pop down to Rockingham Foreshore and vote for you favourite sculpture, there are 66 to choose from, 21 of which are from Schools. This will be Claire’s 9th year exhibiting at Castaways.
Currently on Exhibition at Castaways Sculpture Awards 2017
Saturday 28th October to Sunday 3rd November 2017
Mr Bennet Andrews, Deputy Head of Care, gave a presentation on Cyber Bullying today in the Community Room.
In an informal gathering Mr Bennet covered a number of issues and advocated creating safe, online environments for children. The presentation was to help parents recognise the signs of cyberbullying and give them the resources to help their children.
“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” – Psalm 133:1
Today, the new Year 7 cohort for 2018 met with fellow students, and staff. This is the first time they been together on campus for the first time!
Mr Bruce Titlestad, Dr Liz Criddle, Mrs Tracey Gray, Mr Richard Deck and Mrs Suzy Mettam were there to greet families as they arrived.
After activities in their new homerooms the students went off to explore the campus.
“Therefore, accept one another, just as Christ also accepted us to the glory of God.” – Romans 15:7
