As the St Stephen’s School community recognises National Reconciliation Week, our students have been learning about the history between the broader Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The discussions in class and as a whole school have provided opportunities to explore how we can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
St Stephen’s School is working with Surf Dive ‘n Ski to donate 200 Billabong backpacks to UnitingCare West, which will assist children in our community who are unable to go to school with supplies needed for their education. Each Primary class and Secondary homeroom have a backpack to fill with supplies – take a look below to see what items your family can donate to those in need.
There’s nothing quite like a good story time at the ELC, especially when the Year 10s come to visit! Year 10 students recently created their own children’s picture books of the Bible to read to the Year 2s. The Year 2s were delighted to listen and share the knowledge they have learned in their own Biblical Studies class.
Have you spoken with your kids about online safety? Make sure they know how to identify risks online.
You can’t control every aspect of your child’s online use, but you can focus on keeping the lines of communication open.
Learn how to be safe and secure with the connected devices in your life.
Please check out the interactive guide for parents: https://bit.ly/2FkgsHA and other resources from the Office of the eSafety https://www.esafety.gov.au/
St Stephen’s School’s brand new Dance Company has had an exciting start to the year with the appointment of its first captain. Isabella Beech (Year 11) will lead the group through their upcoming performances and competitions this year – we’re looking forward to following the squad’s journey!
Join us for drinks, nibbles and networking on Friday, June 21 at our latest Parent Business Directory event. Simply sign up at https://businessnetwork.ststephens.wa.edu.au and book your spot here: https://www.trybooking.com/BBYJU.
Only 50 spots available!
In an evening of jubilation, the Senior Music Concert brought the St Stephen’s School community together to celebrate the career of Mrs Marion Jamison. Marion is retiring after 24 years at St Stephen’s, with Friday’s concert seeing past and current students come together to thank Marion for her lasting impact on their lives.
Thanks for the memories, Mrs J!
In Year 10 Biblical Studies, students spend 12 weeks completing an overview of the Bible learning how the 66 books of the bible all point to Jesus Christ. A central part of this course has the students creating their own children’s picture book of the Bible. To celebrate the successful completion of their storybooks the Year 10s visited the Year 2s at the Early Learning Centre and read their books aloud to a small group of students. The Year 2s were delighted share their own knowledge about Jesus from the Bible Mr Stephens has been reading to them. It was a wonderful time for all involved.
Mairead Taylor
As we prepare to brave the cold months ahead, St Stephen’s School KeepCups are here to keep you warm and toasty this winter! In our winter sale, KeepCups are $8 each or two for $15. Available from School Reception, for a limited time.