MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Families & Friends,
This year we began implementing our Vision for Learning and I am proud to share three examples of how we are bringing our motto ‘Together We SHINE’ to life.
Year Six Camp
For the first time our Year 6 students are attending camp at Woodman Point Coogee, with a focus on developing their leadership skills & strengthening friendships. Students have participated in activities including ocean raft building, ziplining, rock climbing, kite making and going on a coastal bike ride. Our students have truly shone on camp, and it has been an absolute joy to be on camp with them this week. Thank you to Mrs Mroczek, Mr Sheridan and Mrs Borg for supporting our students on camp.
Our Year 6 Camp addresses 4 domains of our Vision for Learning:
Student centred: Student Agency: Encouraging students to be active agents in their own learning.
Holistic: Whole-child Approach: Addressing the spiritual, social, emotional and academic development of each child.
Innovative: Contextual Learning: Encouraging critical and creative thinking through real-world scenarios.
Nurturing: Positive Relationships: Building strong, positive relationships between stude
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Jr SAC
Next week, we will be holding our first Student Advisory Council meeting (Jr SAC). Two students from each class (PP – Year 6), have been chosen to represent their year level. They have been invited to share their thoughts and ideas on what is working well at our school or possible changes/initiatives we could introduce. New students will be selected to attend the Jr SAC meeting each term. I look forward to hearing all of their fabulous ideas.
Our Jr SAC addresses 4 domains of our Vision for Learning:
Student centred: Student Agency: Encouraging students to be active agents in their own learning.
Innovative: Contextual Learning: Encouraging critical and creative thinking through real-world scenarios.
Nurturing: Caring Environment: Creating a safe and supportive environment where students feel valued and respected.
Excellence: Reflective Practice: Ensuring the highest quality education is delivered through reflection and adaptation of teaching methods and practices
Colour Run
Next week, we will conclude Term One with our very first St Michael’s Colour Run. Special thanks to Vicki and Jess for coordinating such an exciting event for our community, the time and energy they have each poured into organsing our Colour Run is truly appreciated. Thank you also to everyone who has volunteered their time to assist on the day, and to everyone who has supported our fundraising efforts.
Our Colour Run addresses 2 domains of our Vision for Learning:
Holistic: Whole-child Approach: Addressing the spiritual, social, emotional and academic development of each child.
Nurturing: Positive Relationships: Building strong, positive relationships between students, staff and parents, alongside the parish and wider community.
Wishing everyone a happy and holy Easter.
Michelle Christian Principal
FAITH FOR THE JOURNEY
Heavenly Father,
As we approach the solemn days of Good Friday and the joyous celebration of Easter Sunday, help us to prepare our hearts and minds.
Guide us in reflection and prayer, that we may truly understand the sacrifice of your Son, and the hope that His resurrection brings Grant us the strength to embrace the lessons of forgiveness, love and renewal during this sacred time. May we walk in the footsteps of Jesus with humility and grace, ready to share His message of peace and salvation with others.
We ask for your blessings upon our school community, that we may grow closer to you and to one another through our observance of these holy days.
Amen.
MERIT AWARD WINNERS
Pre-Primary
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Year 6
Physical Education
Science & Health
Asher T, Frida T.
Amalia J, Rupert T.
Elsie R, Micah E.
Hung V, Ana GV
Sofia dNC, Nicholas vdW.
Myra M, Harrison W.
Boe B, James W.
James W, Olivia E, Hung V.
Micah E, Bennett S, Pippa S, Taylor M.
2025 IMPORTANT DATES
Easter Incursion - (Kindy to Year 2)
Bike Ed Clinic - (Years 3 to 6)
Whole School Mass - Year 5
Merit Assembly
P&F Colour Run
Staff Professional Development Day - No Students Students Commence
WA Day Public Holiday
Year 6 Confirmation (10:30am)
Year 3 Reconciliation (2:00-4:00pm)
Last Day of Term Two
Staff Professional Development Day - No Students Students Commence
Year 4 First Holy Communion (10:30am)
Catholic Day - No School for Staff or Students
Staff Professional Development Day - No Students
Last Day of Term Three
Staff Professional Development Day - No Students Students Commence
Last Day of Term Four
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS’ NEWS
Pilgrims Of Hope - Jubilee 2025
The Catholic Church is celebrating the Jubilee Year 2025 with the theme Pilgrims of Hope, inviting all to deepen their faith and embrace a spirit of renewal. At St Michael’s, we commemorate this special year through prayer, reflection and acts of kindness that embody our Mercy values. As we journey together in faith, our school community will participate in activities that inspire hope, unity and service to others
Sacraments
If your child is receiving a Sacrament this year, please make sure you have returned their Sacramental Enrolment Form All the times and dates have now been confirmed with St Joseph’s Parish, and can be found on Page 5 of this newsletter.
Playground After School
Please note that our playground is not to be played on by students and younger siblings after school. This includes the cubby house and sandpit areas Thank you for your cooperation in this matter
Bike Education
With thanks to our $7500 grant from Your Move and the Department of Transport, our students in Years 3-6 have thoroughly enjoyed their bike education clinics with Cycle Sense. With one session remaining next Tuesday, we would like to thank the parents who have ensured their child’s bike safely arrives at school each week It has been heartwarming to see so many families embrace active transport at St Michael’s School.
End of Term 1 and Start of Term 2
The last day of students for Term 1 is next Friday 11 April. Staff will participate in an off-site Professional Development Day on Monday 28 April Term 2 resumes on Tuesday 29 April for students
Wishing you all a wonderful Easter, and a safe and happy holidays with your families
Warm regards, Mrs Jo Borg and Mr Michael Sheridan
During Religious Education lessons in Lent, students reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice and explore ways to show kindness, prayer and giving to others. They learn about the significance of Holy Week, including Palm Sunday, the Last Supper and Jesus’ resurrection.
As Easter approaches during the holidays, families are encouraged to continue this reflection through prayer, attending church services and celebrating the joy of new life in Christ
CRICKET CLINICS
Our junior students have been enjoying cricket clinics during their PE classes, developing fundamental skills such as batting, bowling and fielding. These engaging sessions have provided a fun and active way for students to build coordination and teamwork. With each lesson, their confidence and enthusiasm for the game continues to grow
CRICKET CARNIVAL
Our Year 6 students proudly represented St Michael’s at the interschool cricket carnival, showcasing their teamwork, sportsmanship and cricket skills. Throughout the day, they played competitive matches against other schools, demonstrating great determination and enthusiasm. St Michael’s School came third overall
WAAPA PERFORMANCE
On Harmony Day, performers from WAAPA came to St Michael’s School to perform ‘Stories From Around The World’ to our students in Years 3-6. Everyone was captivated throughout the performance and loved the opportunity to speak to the actors after the show. Special thanks to Miss Campagna and her mum, Ms Metcalf for organising the performance
BIKE EDUCATION CLINICS
Students in Years 3-6 at St Michael’s have been actively participating in bike education clinics with Cycle Sense, with three out of four sessions now complete. These sessions have focused on developing essential road safety skills, bike handling techniques and confidence when riding. Students are looking forward to their final session next Tuesday, where they will put their learning into practice and refine their riding skills further
WORLD MATHS DAY
St Michael’s School celebrated World Maths Day with a range of engaging and hands-on activities across all year levels. Students participated in problem-solving challenges, interactive games and collaborative tasks that made maths fun and exciting. The day highlighted the importance of mathematical thinking and encouraged students to apply their skills in creative and practical ways
PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL
Entries are now being accepted for instrument performances at this year’s Performing Arts Festival for students in Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6
If your child learns an instrument with an Instrumental Music Teacher, this might be of interest for you. Students can choose to perform live at a venue organised by the Festival during late-July and August or students can submit a video recording for adjudication. If your child is interested to give this a go, you must speak with your child’s Instrument Music Teacher to discuss the entry and choose the piece they will perform There are particular requirements for instrumental performances. Details can be found here.
To enrol your child in the Festival, all details must be entered into this online form no later than Thursday 8 May Please ensure all details are entered and are accurate so that your entry can be completed.
Please also email a copy of the music being performed, or provide a photocopy no later than Thursday 8 May. This is required as part of the entry process. If you have any questions, please email steven.ostaszewskyj@cewa.edu.au
SCHOOL ENROLMENTS
2025, 2026 & BEYOND
Limited places remain for our Pre-Kindy program for 2025 and Kindy 2026 is now full.
We are now accepting enrolments for Pre-Kindy 2026, and Kindergarten 2027 and beyond. Don’t delay spaces are filling quickly!
SOCIAL MEDIA
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The last day for the uniform shop for Term 1 will be on Friday 11 April. All orders placed by 5:00pm Thursday 10 April via JFE website will be filled and delivered to the classroom by Friday 11 April.
The Uniform shop will open again on Friday 28 April and weekly thereafter from 8.30am to 9.15am.
PARENTS AND FRIENDS
There’s only 1 week to go before the P&F Colour Run! Profiles can be created at www.myprofilepage.com.au to start fundraising. There are big prizes up for grabs! Raise $10 to unlock your first incentive prize or donate to a cause. The fundraising will help pay for the shade sails for our new upper primary playground installed late last year.
The St Michael’s P&F are also looking for volunteers to help plan the event and/or volunteer on the day. Register your interest today or contact your P&F rep.
PARENTS AND FRIENDS NEWS
COMMUNITY NEWS
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Discover the amazing opportunities at La Salle College
At La Salle College we inspire life-long learners through our wide range of programs and academic pathways, as well as opportunities in a multitude of areas such as skill-based and work-based learning, music, arts, sport and extracurricular activities and clubs.
Our wonderful facilities and generous outdoor spaces, which includes Science Labs, Aquatic Centre with a 10lane swimming pool, Performing Arts Centre with an orchestra pit, Chapel, Trade and Skills Centre and a double court Sports Centre, provide an innovative and modern learning environment that inspires our students to be the best they can be.
Every student is given the opportunity to succeed. We believe that education extends beyond the classroom, and we encourage our students to live out their faith and values in the service of others, whilst making a positive impact on the world in which they live Through our teaching and learning, we aim to transform tomorrow’s hearts, minds and lives in all that we do
If you would like to know more about our enrolments process or the amazing learning opportunities at La Salle College, please browse our website www.lasalle.wa.edu.au/enrolment or contact our College enrolments team:
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• Enrolment Application enrol lasalle wa edu au/student/application/ With limited places available for Year 7 2027, we encourage you to make an enquiry today.
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La Salle College is presenting Oliver! at the Nicholas Barre Auditorium.
The show will be performed on:
• Thursday 8 May from 7pm
• Friday 9 May from 7pm
• Saturday 10 May from 11am
• Saturday 10 May from 7pm
Purchase tickets via TryBooking here.
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Watch ‘The Magic Of Starkick’ on Youtube here.
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Midvale Parenting Hub runs programs and workshops each term in which parents and carers attend.
Topics include ADHD, Parenting Toddlers, Supporting Emotional Development, Raising Children in a Digital World and Emotion Coaching. For more information, visit their website.
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