MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Families & Friends,
Each fortnight at St Michael’s we have a MJR (Make Jesus Real) focus across all classes. The focus for the next two-weeks is Gratitude: Gratitude is something we can learn to practice and strengthen like a muscle. I encourage you all as families to extend this focus into your homes. It can be as simple as each family member sharing something they are grateful for from that day before going to bed.
For me, I am incredibly grateful to be a part of such a beautiful community. When I reflect on the past two-weeks we had Graham Brooks (Mr Digger) visit us with his ANZAC Trailer, Boogie Bounce started for students in Kindy – Year 4, we had a heartwarming gathering of the special women in our community for Mother’s Day, our Year 5 & 6 students visited La Salle to view a production of Oliver, we had our Faction Cross Country Carnival with McAuley taking out the win and we finished this week with our first Walk to School Day from Palmerston Park & our Year 6 students participating in their Confirmation Retreat Day.
Yes, many of these things may happen at other schools, but it is the spirit of our community, the kindness of our students and the dedication of our staff that make each of these events so special.
May you all have a fantastic week ahead.
Michelle Christian Principal
FAITH FOR THE JOURNEY
Loving God, We thank You for the gift of Pope Leo XIV.
Fill his heart with the wisdom of the Holy Spirit, so he may lead the Church with love, courage and faith
May he be a shepherd who listens, a teacher who inspires and a servant who brings hope and peace to all people.
Bless Pope Leo XIV as he begins his mission, and help us to support him with our prayers and open hearts
May he always walk in the footsteps of Jesus, and guide us to live with faith, compassion, truth and service.
Amen
MERIT AWARD WINNERS
Pre-Primary
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Year 6
Ruby D & Daniel L.
Ava C, Rafael M & Kalli L.
Alfie B & Gadiel F.
Indigo L & Jerome S.
Jesse J & Mitchell L.
Keanu M & Olivia E.
Jayden B & Lachlan K.
X-COUNTRY CHAMPIONS
Year 3 Girls
Champion - Skylar L
Runner Up - Elizabeth M
Year 4 Girls
Champion - Lyla T
Runner Up - Emily L
Year 5 Girls
Champion - Via L
Runner Up - Gemma B
Year 6 Girls
Champion - Pippa S
Runner Up - Abigail B
Year 3 Boys
Champion - Elijah B
Runner Up - Jacob P
Year 4 Boys
Champion - Nicholas vdW
Runner Up - Jamie M
Year 5 Boys
Champion - Thomas D
Runner Up - Harrison W
Year 6 Boys
Champion - Arthur R
Runner Up - Asher S
2025 IMPORTANT DATES
Kindy - Year 4 Boogie Bounce
P&F Meeting - 6:00pm
National Simultaneous Storytime - 10:00am
Merit Assembly
Vinnie’s Winter Appeal Collection Day
Interschool X-Country
Kindy - Year 4 Boogie Bounce
Confirmation Parent Information Evening - 5:00pm
National Sorry Day
National Reconciliation Week Begins
Year 4 - La Salle Excursion
Whole School Mass - 9:00am
Year 3-6 AFL Clinic
Newsletter
Year 3 Art Gallery Excursion
Year 5 & 6 Talk Money Incursion
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 Commence
Year 4 First Holy Communion (10:30am)
Students
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 & Vinnie’s Winter Appeal
As we journey through the Jubilee Year 2025 as Pilgrims of Hope, we are called to walk in compassion and solidarity with those in need. In the spirit of hope and mercy, St Michael’s is supporting the Vinnies Winter Appeal to help families doing it tough this winter. We invite all families to donate warm clothing which will be collected on Friday 23 May Your generosity will bring warmth and hope to others in our community thank you for being a sign of hope this Jubilee Year.
X-Country Training
The final two training sessions will be held this coming Wednesday and Thursday on the BIC from 7:45-8:15am. All are welcome to attend. The Interschool X-Country Carnival will be held at Good Shepherd in Kelmscott on Friday 23 May
Uniform Shop
The uniform shop will be closed from Friday 23 May 2025 and reopen on Friday 27 June 2025. Online ordering of uniforms will continue and be distributed directly to classrooms every Friday for students to bring their order home A reminder that online orders close at 12 noon every Thursday for next day delivery to school If an order is placed after this cut off time, then the uniform order will be distributed the following Friday. Backorders will be filled once the stock has arrived and distributed directly to classes whilst uniform shop is closed Please email Jenny Franklin Enterprises at sales@jfe.net.au if you require a uniform exchange or refund during the uniform shop closure. Thank you for your understanding.
Warm regards, Mrs Jo Borg & Mr Michael Sheridan
ANZAC INCURSION
Last week we were honoured to welcome Graham ‘Digger’ Brooks to St Michael’s with his incredible ANZAC trailer. He shared powerful stories of Australian service men and women, helping students understand the meaning of courage, sacrifice and remembrance. The display of uniforms and memorabilia gave everyone a hands-on glimpse into our ANZAC history, making it a truly memorable learning experience
MOTHER’S DAY
We had a beautiful start to the day celebrating our Mother's Day Morning, filled with smiles, laughter and special moments shared across our school. A heartfelt thank you to all the amazing dads who helped with setting up, serving, and packing away your support made the morning extra special
MOTHER’S DAY
The Year 1 Mother’s Day Assembly was a heart-warming tribute, with students sharing prayers, poems and songs to honour the special women in their lives. Our students from PreKindy to Year 6 also created thoughtful portrait artworks of their mums, which brought joy and pride to everyone who saw them
Our Year 3–6 Cross Country Carnival was held under glorious blue skies, making it a perfect day for running and cheering. Students showed great determination and sportsmanship as they raced through the course, supported by the enthusiastic cheers of their peers and families. It was a fantastic display of effort, energy and school spirit from all involved
Year 3 Year
4 Year 5 Year 6
Congratulations to our place getters who have qualified to represent St Michael’s at the Interschool Cross Country Carnival next Friday. A big thank you to Mrs Siciliano for her organisation of the event and for running the early morning training sessions that helped our students prepare. We wish our team the very best as they head into the next level of competition!
1 Place st 247 Points 2 Place nd 236 Points 3 Place rd 218 Points
4 Place th 201 Points
YEAR 3 INCURSION
The Year 3 students had an exciting visit from members of the Kiara Fire Station, who brought along their fire trucks and equipment Firefighters spoke about their important role in the community and demonstrated how they use their gear to stay safe and help others. The students were thrilled to explore the trucks, ask questions and even try on some of the firefighting uniforms.
BOOGIE BOUNCE
We were thrilled to welcome back Boogie Bounce to St Michael’s for 2025, bringing energy and excitement to students from Kindy to Year 4. The trampoline-based exercise sessions have everyone smiling, jumping and moving to the beat in a fun and engaging way every Monday. It is a fantastic way to promote fitness, coordination and joyful movement across the early years
YEAR 2 EXCURSION
The Year 2 students enjoyed a wonderful excursion to the Kalamunda History Village, where they explored what life was like in the past. They visited old buildings, saw vintage tools and household items and learned about early schooling, transport and communication. It was a hands-on learning experience that brought their history lessons to life in a fun and engaging way
YEAR 5 & 6 EXCURSION
Our Year 5 and 6 students had the exciting opportunity to attend La Salle College’s production of Oliver! They were thoroughly entertained by the talented cast and crew, the music and costumes. It was an inspiring experience that highlighted the joy of the performing arts and left our students buzzing with enthusiasm
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!
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The uniform shop will be closed from Friday 23 May 2025 and reopened on Friday 27 June 2025. Online ordering of uniforms will continue and be distributed directly to classrooms every Friday for students to bring their order home. A reminder that online orders close at 12 noon every Thursday for next day delivery to school. If an order is placed after this cut off time, then the uniform order will be distributed the following Friday. Backorders will be filled once the stock has arrived and distributed directly to classes whilst uniform shop is closed. Please email Jenny Franklin Enterprises to sales@jfe.net.au if you require a uniform exchange or refund during the uniform shop closure. Thank you for your understanding.
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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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MIDVALE PARENTING HUB
Offers 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.
SCHOOL DENTAL SERVICE
Every year Dental Health Services offers parents and carers the chance to register their kids for free dental care at the School Dental Service. The offer is open to every student from the year they turn 5 until their 17th birthday and includes check-ups, fillings and simple extractions. If you would like further information on DHS services and the SDS please visit our website.
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