Queen of Apostles School

Dear Father,

You have given the saints in heaven eternal happiness and they now live in the fullness of your glory.

Because of their holy love for you, they also care about us, our family, our friends, our church, and our neighbours.

Thank you for the gift of their friendship and the witness of their holy lives.

We ask our patron saints and every saint who has become especially dear to us to intercede for us.

We ask them to help us journey safely on the narrow path that leads to heaven.

O Lord, give us their protection.

Grant us their assistance in overcoming temptation and gaining the fullness of life with you.

Amen.

Tomorrow is All Saints Day and we are celebrating with a Whole School Mass in the church at 9am. All families are welcome to attend!

Next week our Year 1 to 6 students have swimming lessons at the Riverton Leisureplex. Can parents please make sure the students are organised with towels, goggles and something warm to wear to and from the pool. Can parents please make sure all belongings are clearly labelled as items tend get misplaced at this time of year. Swimming lessons will take place over the next two weeks.

The Annual Community Meeting for the School Advisory Council and P&F will be held on Wednesday November 13th in the Undercover Area, commencing at 6.00pm. There will be pre meeting drinks and nibbles 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 2024 School Advisory Council and P&F activities
• Office bearers for the P&F will be elected
• 2025 staffing will be announced. You will find out your child’s year group teacher for 2025
• 2025 school fees will be presented
• Focus areas for 2025 will be shared
• You will be able to mingle with other parents, relax and enjoy a drink and some nibbles

At this stage there will be two vacancies for the School Advisory Council for next year and we have one nomination. If you are interested in becoming an Advisory Council Member and would like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Nomination forms are available below.

We also have one vacancy for the P&F executive and one nomination.

This year we are very excited to again be putting on a Christmas Concert for our community. The concert will take place on Wednesday 27th November. 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.

Best Wishes

Mark Ryan

Hi Queenies families,

Next week, starting Monday 4th November, is Wellness Week! We invite you and your family to make wellbeing a priority by taking intentional steps to care for yourselves and each other.

Consider ways to ease the busyness of your week and create opportunities for quality time with loved ones.

Don’t forget to take a moment for yourself, too. Relax and enjoy a favorite hobby. Perhaps there’s a friend you’d like to reconnect with, a movie you’ve been wanting to see, or a favorite restaurant you haven’t visited in a while. Make time to enjoy the week, recharge, and add a little extra energy to your step!

Here is what's happening at school:

• Sports uniform all week (this will also make changing after swimming easier)

• Extended lunch break

• Buddy class meet up

• Student free choice of sports activity during PE

• No homework all week

Enjoy the week.

Mr B

During Term 3, some students from Years 3 – 6 took up the challenge and participated in the ICAS Assessments.

ICAS is an International Assessment that is delivered in 41 countries to approximately 10 million students. This International competition is an opportunity for students to explore their strengths and passions in Spelling, English, Writing, Mathematics and Science, and pit their academic talent against students of the same age.

Also, in Term 3 students had the opportunity to take part in the Australian Maths Competition (AMC). First run in 1978, the Australian Mathematics Competition is Australia’s longest running, largest and most well-known maths competition for school students.

Congratulations to all the students who took up the challenge of ICAS and/or AMC.

We would like to acknowledge the students who received the following certificates:

The Advisory Council is established to support the Principal to fulfil their responsibilities in leading the Catholic Identity, Education, Community and Stewardship functions of the Catholic School in pursuit of CEWA’s vision to be Christ-centred and child-focused. The Advisory Council comprises of between four and six persons, with skills and experience relevant to the needs of the school community,

School Advisory Council Function:

· Support planning for the present and future operation of the Catholic school.

· Provide membership, at the Principal’s request, on selection panels for the employment of staff to the Catholic School in accordance with the relevant CECWA Policies and Executive Directives;

· Provide membership on the panel that recommends the appointment of a principal in accordance with the relevant CECWA Policy and Executive Directives.

· In consultation with the Principal, communicate about the Catholic School and about Catholic education to persons and organisations in the School Community;

· Endorse the Catholic School’s annual budget before submission to CECWA for approval.

· Advise the Principal on school financial matters such as performance against budget, sustainability, and capital and recurrent planning.

Criteria for Membership of the School Advisory Council shall be:

· A commitment and desire to promote Catholic education and give service to the Catholic School Community.

· A commitment to the safety, wellbeing and pastoral care of all students and staff.

· An ability to work cooperatively and constructively with the Principal, school leadership team and all other members of the Advisory Council.

· The possession of skills, competencies and experience that are reflective of, relevant and beneficial to the Catholic School Community.

· A sufficiency of time to devote to Advisory Council duties.

I urge you to give serious consideration to being on the School Advisory Council and to complete & return nomination slips by 4pm Friday 8th November 2024.

QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL PARENTS AND FRIENDS COMMITTEE

Queen of Apostles P & F Committee is the organisation of the school’s parent body. The P&F Committee is comprised of four to six persons and are appointed to the role for two years. The P & F meets at least once per school term and all parents are encouraged to attend these meetings.

Members of the P & F should:

· Collaborate with the Principal to plan, organise and promote social, sporting, cultural, educational and faith formation activities for the interaction of parents, school staff, parish and students and in doing so provide opportunities for community engagement, where relevant.

· Support the Principal in the facilitation of fundraising events for the benefit of

the students: these funds provide opportunities for students and complement the

school budget.

· Encourage parental participation in school programs, particularly those related to

parent engagement in learning.

· Act as a forum for ideas and discussion on any relevant issue that will benefit

the students.

· Act as a channel to CSPWA to seek advice or express opinion.

· Liaise with CSPWA and/or parish and other parties to organise guest speakers for the P&F members on current and suggested educational programs, faith development and other matters of interest.

· In consultation with the Principal, conduct an annual P&F event planning session to establish focus for the year ahead (support guidelines to be developed).

· Be positive advocates for the school in the local community.

· Represent the P&F as an invited member of the Catholic School Advisory Council.

· Follow the CEWA Guidelines for P&F Groups in a Catholic School.

Nomination slips should be returned to the school office no later than 4pm Friday 8th November 2024.

We look forward to your attendance at the Annual Community Meeting on Wednesday 13th November 2024 and sharing light refreshments with other community members from 5.30pm in the Undercover Area, with the meeting starting at 6:00pm.

Mark Ryan
Principal

2024 Annual Community Meeting

Queen of Apostles School Advisory Council Nomination Form

I wish to nominate for a position on the Queen of Apostles School Advisory Council.

Name: _____________________________________________

Child’s name: _____________________________________________

2024 Annual Community Meeting

Queen of Apostles P& F Committee Nomination Form

I wish to nominate for a position on the Queen of Apostles P & F Committee

Name: _____________________________________________

Child’s name: _____________________________________________

WA Canteen Day

Thanks a bunch to our Canteen Manager, Sharon and the volunteers who support our students and our school. They have been tremendous this year!

We should remember to say please and thank you every day, but on Canteen Day, Friday 1 November, we will say a very special thank you to this wonderful team.

Our canteen provides great food, a valuable service and is the heart of our school.

We don’t take their hard work for granted, so thanks a bunch and Happy Canteen Day.

Christmas Raffle

The P&F is excited to announce that we will be hosting a Christmas Raffle for all the Pre-Kindy to Year 6 students. An information sheet with 5 raffle tickets will be sent home this week. You can purchase individual tickets for $1.00 each or all 5 tickets for $5.00.

First Prize includes a family pass to the Bell Tower, Zone Bowling and the Aviation Heritage Museum, an Entertainment Membership, a handmade embroidered Christmas table runner, plus some activities to do at home.

Second Prize includes a family pass to the Bell Tower, Zone Bowling and the Aviation Heritage Museum, a handmade embroidered Christmas table runner, plus some activities to do at home.

Third Prize includes a family pass to Zone Bowling and the Aviation Heritage Museum, a handmade embroidered Christmas table runner, plus some activities to do at home.

All money raised will be going towards the EduMarking for the school grounds.

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Registrations are now open for 2025 College Tours at Seton Catholic College

We warmly invite families interested in learning more about Seton Catholic College to join one of our 2025 College Tours. Tours can be booked through the Seton website and offer a great way to experience what makes our College community special.

Enrolments are processed two years in advance, in line with Catholic Education WA (CEWA) policy. Families with children going into Year 4 next year (2025) are encouraged to submit their applications early in Term 1.

Please note both the 2025 and 2026 enrolment years (current Year 5 and 6 students) are already at capacity.