Tag: 2017

Courage to Care

October 26, 2017

St Stephen’s students showed their Courage to Care by attending an exhibition at ECU.  Students were instructed how a closed mind and a closed society led to the Holocaust and the murder of six million Jews and 5 million ‘undesirables’.  Students completed practical and engaging activities which challenged their concept of being an upstander instead of a bystander. The concept of being an upstanding citizen is an idea which Australian’s have often expressed as many believe everyone should get a ‘fair go’. Student realised that by becoming a bystander, horrible and irreversible damage can be caused within a society. As Edmund Burke stated ‘the only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing’.

Leeanne Shanks

Humanities and Social Sciences

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” – Deuteronomy 31:6

Bike Safety

October 26, 2017

 

As we edge towards finer weather, we are sure to come across more bicycles on the roads around St Stephen’s. Please remind your children of the importance of obeying road rules, particularly around local, busy intersections. Students riding to and from school should be encouraged, but also reminded that standard road rules applying to motorists also apply to cyclists using or crossing a road.

 

Mr. Andrews

“God is our refuge and strength,an ever-present help in trouble.” – Psalm 46:1

Fund Raising for the South Africa Tour

October 25, 2017

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

 

Get Active, Get Involved

October 20, 2017

Over the second half of last term, a small group of students from Duncraig and Carramar  have been participating in a pilot program from Western Australian Charity Direct, led by Perth Wildcats captain, Damian Martin.

WA Charity Direct is a unique charitable organisation that focuses solely on assisting the people of Western Australia.  WA Charity Direct was established in 2004 and in that time has made a significant difference to the lives of many within the community.

The following Duncraig students will be distributing an amazing $25 000 to needy individuals and a start-up charity. Please take the time to ask them about their process and involvement.

Georgia Graham

Isaac Reid

Jamie Wright

Taylor Ingvarson

Matthew Drew

Caitlin Hunter

Kai Gilchrist

Dakota Davies

“One who is gracious to a poor man lends to the LORD, And He will repay him for his good deed.” – Proverbs 19:17

So long, farewell. The Class of 2017 say goodbye

September 22, 2017

Thursday was all about celebrating the Class of 2017.

Year 12 families were invited to attend this special farewell.

The day started early with the house farewells, after which parents were invited to enjoy a relaxed and delicious morning tea before they made their way to the gym for the traditional, and much anticipated, leavers assembly.

At the assembly, students had the opportunity to thank and farewell staff and put their own unique perspective on their time at St Stephen’s. Mr. Titlestad addressed the students and wished the group every success in their new ventures beyond the school.  After some video compilation’s, Mr. Richmond spoke. The theme of the assembly was the Oscars.

The Year 12 chosen speaker was Tim Corey who spoke on behalf of the leavers and was thoughtful and articulate as he spoke of being proud of the school he has been a part of, and thanked teachers and Mr. Titlestad for everything they have done.  It was an excellent opportunity for the Year 12 group to reflect on their time at St Stephen’s, and on what lay ahead for them in the next phase in their life journeys.

If that wasn’t enough, the cohort also had the Graduation Dinner at the Joondalup Resort later that evening.

Here are a few snap shots of the morning activities:

 

“Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.” – Proverbs 16:3

Year 10 LIFT Week: Entrepreneurship and Business

September 20, 2017

The Year 10 Entrepreneurship and Business LIFT week participants spent two days working on innovative business ideas aided by industry mentors, start-up specialists and Spacecubed staff. Spacecubed is a start up ecosystem spread over two buildings in the Perth CBD. The students pitched their ideas to a team of judges from industry and gained some wonderful experience in thinking in a blue sky business environment. Congratulations to our winning team with their pitch of solar panel blinds!

Matthew English

Humanities and Social Sciences Teacher

 

Year 10 LIFT Week: Elite Sports with Olympian Gemma Hadley

September 20, 2017

The LIFT Elite Sport year 10 students getting wise words from Gemma Hadley, an Olympic water polo player, as just part of the 2 day program. They also gained experience from elite athletes and coaches (including past students), nutritionists, tours of high performance venues all mixed in with sporting opportunities.

Karry Plummer

Teacher of Science, Health and Physical Education

 

‘When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you.’ – Isaiah 43:2

Year 10 LIFT Week: Marine and Maritime at WA Fisheries

September 20, 2017

On Monday and Tuesday students had the opportunity to attend the Western Australian department of Fisheries to experience a day on the life of various marine related occupations. They completed marine science research in the form of intertidal sampling, dissected fish and removed the otoliths in order to age their specimen and enjoyed compiling fish collection information following and afternoon of fishing! A very hands on and insightful two days which has given our Year 10 students a taste of what to expect in the Year 11 and 12 MMS programs in the coming two years as well as the possible careers which it could lead them to in the future!

Rebecca Hudson

Science Teacher

 

‘Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a dragnet cast into the sea, and gathering fish of every kind.’ – Matthew 13:47

Rite Journey EBA Exhibition

September 18, 2017

The EBA exhibition is part of the Year 9 Rite Journey mentoring program. Student work with a mentor throughout the year to create a project. The project is a space for mentoring to take place.

The range of projects is wonderful to see, especially the service initiatives that have taken place.

Congratulations to all of our Rite Journey students.

Dale Kelly

Assistant Dean Timae, Head of Rite Journey

 

Pictured below are a few of the many excellent projects.