Queen of Apostles School

This week is Wellness Week and has been a big hit again with our staff and students. They have really enjoyed wearing their sports uniform all week and the activities that have taken place. I hope for families at home it has also been a good opportunity to slow down with no homework to supervise or meetings at school.

Don't forget about the sausage sizzle and footy clinic happening next Monday. I thank our P&F for putting the sausage sizzle on for our students.

We will continue to grow Wellness Week as it is more important than ever to focus on both our physical and mental health.

Well Done to all the Year 4 to 6 students that competed in the Faction Swimming Carnival at Beatty Park yesterday. There were some excellent performances and really exciting races.

Thank you to the parents who helped out, carnivals like this wouldn't be possible without your assistance. Thank you also to our wonderful staff and Mr B for making it all possible for our students.

Results

Luemmen (Blue): 204 points

Magdlen (Red): 162 points

Canning (Green): 131 points

Flynn (Gold): 112 points

Yr 4 Champions: Martina, Patrick

Yr 4 R/Up: Samantha, Matthew

Yr 5 Champions: Molly, Hayden

Yr 5 R/UP: Eleora, Josh

Yr 6 Champions: Isabelle, Luke

Yr 6 R/UP: Cherie, Bryn

There has been a fantastic piece written about our excellent art display at the recent open night.

I thank Mrs Perry for all the hard work in organising this for our community. Please click on the clink below to view the article.

https://stories.cewa.edu.au/queen-of-apostles-open-night-showcases-captivating-student-artwork-exhibition/

Tomorrow at 11am the SRC will lead us in a Remembrance Day Ceremony in the Undercover Area.

Remembrance Day is an important day in our history as we remember those who fought and died for our country.

Tomorrow there is a free dress day to raise money for the Flame of Love orphanage in the Congo. Please remember a gold coin donation to help those less fortunate than us.

Next Tuesday at 9am the Pre-Primary Class will lead us in a Whole School Mass in the Church.

Parents, grandparents and friends are invited to join us.

The Annual Community Meeting for the School Advisory Council and P&F will be held on Wednesday November 23rd in the school library, commencing at 6.00pm. There will be pre meeting drinks and nibbles in the undercover area starting at 5.30pm.

Reasons you should come to the ACM:

• Show your support of the hard-working School Advisory Council and P&F
• There will be a brief review of 2022 School Advisory Council and P&F activities
• Office bearers for the P&F will be elected
• 2023 staffing will be announced. You will find out your child’s year group teacher for 2023
• 2023 school fees will be presented
• Focus areas for 2023 will be shared
• You will be able to mingle with other parents, relax and enjoy a drink and some nibbles

Please consider if you would like to nominate for the P&F. We need a President, Vice President and Secretary for the P & F Committee for 2023.

We also have two vacancies for the School Advisory Council for 2023.

If there is anyone who wishes to nominate for these vacancies, you will need to complete the appropriate nomination form in this newsletter and return it to the school office by Wednesday 16th November.

This is a fantastic fundraiser for the school and great fun for everyone in our community.

If you haven’t done so already please sign up for the P&F Colour Explosion Fun Run at http://www.myprofilepage.com.au to create your profile and start fundraising. There are some great prizes up for grabs.

You have until tomorrow to sign up and fundraise.

This year we are very excited to be putting on a Christmas Concert for our community on Thursday 1st December. Each class from Kindy to Year 6 will be involved along with our choirs. The P&F book awards will also be handed out on this evening.

We aim to start at 5.30pm and will be finished by 7.30pm. Please keep this date in your dairy as it promises to be a special evening.

It is still vitally important that parents and caregivers inform the school if their child tests positive for COVID-19.

Parents and caregivers can inform the school of their child’s positive or negative COVID result via this LINK - https://cewa-collections.powerappsportals.com/COVID-19-Self-Reporting-Form/

The information will go directly to me.

If a positive result is recorded via a RAT test it must also be registered on the WA Health RAT register website -

https://datalibrary-rc.health.wa.gov.au/surveys/index.php?s=WDLLNTW4RDX8AWPH

Please do not underestimate the importance of informing us of a positive COVID case. Your actions will ensure the risk to others is minimised and that we do our very best to limit the spread of the virus across our community.

Best Wishes

Mark Ryan

With the ACM fast approaching your school is looking for nominations on both the School Advisory Committee (SAC) and the P&F.

I have been fortunate to serve on the SAC for a number of years, however, like other members this is my last year at the school.

My experience has been one of gratitude, enjoyment and a sense of accomplishment. Working with a diverse group of people and closely with Mark and Jennifer, the SAC plays a part to bring about changes for the benefit of the school community now and into the future. I would encourage you to nominate before or at the ACM. Your nomination helps ensure the SAC and P&F continues to provide its needed role at your school.

Rob Wynne

SAC Chair

Congratulations to Marlah in Year Six, who recently entered the Cannington Arts Festival. Marlah's digital art, entitled Urban Consequences, so impressed visitors to the exhibition that she was awarded First Place in the People's Choice Award - Youth Category (12-17 years).

Marlah is a passionate artist, and our school community celebrates her achievements.

Big prizes are up for grabs! Raise at least $10 and your child will receive a selection of awesome prizes.

You have until tomorrow to Fundraise for a new playground for the school.

www.australianfundraising.com.au