Peter Carnley Anglican Community School

from ASC NEWS | ISSUE 77 | SEPTEMBER 2022

Peter Moyes Anglican Community School

CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF GRACE AND TRUTH

PETER CARNLEY ANGLICAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Peter Carnley Anglican Community School is celebrating its 15th Anniversary in 2022. Opening in 2007, the School began in Wellard with 16 staff and 128 students. Over the years, the school has grown to 142 staff and 1166 students across two campuses, Wellard and Calista. The Calista Campus opened in the 10th Anniversary year of the School, catering for early learners. Principal Felicity House said with the growth in staff, students and infrastructure, the School’s philosophy of personal best, aspiration and positivity was flourishing. “On walking through the School now, it is a credit to our Founders that the buildings were thoughtfully planned and set in a natural bush setting. The design and natural bushland add a peaceful aesthetic, enhancing the learning experience,” she said. The celebration of Founders Day was an opportunity to reflect on the School’s journey so far. “Founders’ Day is a time we come together to honour those who had the wisdom and foresight to Found this wonderful School. Without their passion and dedication, we would not be here today,” Ms House said.

“We thank our School Patron, the Most Reverend, Dr Peter Carnley AC and we are honoured that the School bears his name. We also give thanks to our House Patrons, Reverend Peter Laurence, Mr Keith Lindbeck, Mr John Moody and Bishop David Murray for the contribution they made to the establishment of this school.”

The Anniversary year also celebrated the opening of two new buildings; The Grace Chapel and The Hub. The Grace Chapel is a beautiful sacred space where the School community and the Parish of Kwinana will now gather for worship, celebrations, events and Valedictories. Through the use of timber, natural tones, coloured glass and large windows looking out across the oval and trees, the Chapel is peaceful and serene, a place to find sanctuary and stillness in a busy world.  The Hub is a creatively designed centre for innovation, research and the Arts situated in the heart of the School. The design will transform student learning,

inspiring creativity and expression of ideas. The ground level includes a Café style canteen, drama and dance auditorium, IT help desk and TIDES/STEM room, whilst the first floor features a large Junior and Senior reading, research and resource centre. “Fifteen years ago, we were celebrating our first Founders’ Day. It was 2007 and there was one building. Over the years our school has expended to two campuses and has grown in buildings, numbers of students and staff, in programmes we offer and how we teach and learn,” Ms House said.

“In our 15th Anniversary year, we are proud to hold the heritage of those who have gone before us, whilst envisaging our future. A place where our students aspire to be their best, to have a positive influence on the lives of others and to make the world a better place. Generosity of spirit, engagement, aspiration and opportunity are cherished.

“The dedication of Grace Chapel this year is another marker in the history of our School, a statement about who we are and the importance of our Anglican traditions. Grace Chapel is the place where we gather to worship, pray and give thanks. We have much to be thankful for in this, our 15th anniversary year.” The 15th Anniversary Founders’ Day Service held in the Keith Lindbeck Centre was a true celebration of those who worked to establish the school. The Most Reverend Kay Goldsworthy AO, Archbishop of Perth presided over the service, with School Patron, Dr Peter Carnley AC, ASC CEO The Reverend Peter Laurence OAM, School Council Chair Mr Philip Goldsworthy, Her Worship the Mayor Carol Adams OAM and a number of distinguished guests. The Welcome to Country was delivered by local Elder, Councillor Barry Winmar. Staff were also recognised for 10 years and 15 years of service, receiving Service badges and certificates and acknowledged by students, staff and invited guests.