Queen of Apostles School

We are really looking forward to the Leadership Mass at 9am next Tuesday (24th Feb) in the church. At this Mass, the Year 6’s will be presented with their leadership and committee badges. Year Six parents and other community members are invited and welcome to attend this Mass.

I am really looking forward to working with our student leaders this year as they play a huge role in the running of our school. I thank Miss Moro for the work she has done to prepare the students.

I would like to inform you about an important decision regarding the large eucalyptus tree on the Annexe Oval. Recently, the tree has been dropping branches, posing a potential safety hazard to our community.

After a thorough assessment, our arborist has recommended the removal of the tree to prevent any accidents or injuries. The safety of our community is our top priority, and we are committed to taking the necessary steps to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

CEWA has emphasised that the safety of our community is the most important thing. We understand that the removal of such a tree may be concerning, but please rest assured that this decision was made with the utmost consideration for everyone's well-being.

Looking ahead, we are also planning for the future. The arborist has recommended new trees to be planted in place of the eucalyptus tree. These new trees will not only enhance the beauty of the Annexe Oval but also contribute to a sustainable and safe environment for years to come.

With a number of new families to the school this year I would like everyone to be aware of our parking and drive through arrangements at the front of the school as the safety of our children is of paramount importance.

• Vehicles will enter via the middle driveway on Tribute St East.
• If you wish to park and leave your car to come into the school, please turn to the left and park in one of the bays adjacent to the Early Learning Centre or use the marked roadside bays outside the school.
• When exiting the car park, you will do so at the exit closest to Vahland Ave.
• If you are only dropping-off or picking-up, then please veer right and enter the drive-thru area. In this area you may not park or leave your vehicle unattended - it is strictly drop-off or pick- up only!
• When exiting the drive-thru section you will use the exit closest to Tudor Ave.
• Children waiting to be picked up are to wait on the verandah, under teacher supervision, and when they see their parent’s car enter the drive-thru, they may proceed down the steps at either end of the ramp and wait on the footpath adjacent to the bay where their parent has pulled up.
• Children should enter vehicles from the curbside only to avoid passing vehicles.

On Thursday 27th February the Faction Swimming Carnival for our Year 4 to 6 students will be held at Beatty Park Leisure Centre in North Perth. The students will depart from school at 9.30am and return to Queen of Apostles by 2.00pm approx.

It will be fantastic to see a great crowd of parents at Beatty Park cheering our students on.

Please remember that Friday February 28th is a Pupil Free Day. Our staff will be taking part in a Religious Education Professional Development Day.

Monday March 3rd is also a public holiday (Labour Day) so you will have an extra-long weekend to enjoy with your family.

At the end of last year we developed a new Student Engagement, Safe Behaviour and Wellbeing Plan to help build a safe, supportive and responsive learning environment for all students in our school. Using the Berry Street Education Model, the plan supports a preventative, positive, student-centred, school-family-community approach in which consistency is the key. I encourage everyone in our community to be familiar with the plan that is on our website. You can also access the plan by clicking on the link below.

https://www.qoa.wa.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Plan.pdf

The Welcome Back to School P&F Sundowner for all families will be on tomorrow. It will be held on the grassed area near the undercover area and will begin at 5.00pm. There will be a sausage sizzle, ice cream van, and we will be doing some painting for the 'Blue Tree Project' (see P&F section for more details). It promises to be a great way for our families to get together and start the new school year. So, get your picnic rugs ready for what will be a fun evening catching up and seeing the children having a great time!

The Catholic Education Code of Conduct establishes minimum standards of conduct in all behaviour and decision-making to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all members within the CEWA community. The Code of Conduct also shows us how, as a community our behaviours are a collective work that each day builds social justice into the life of our schools. Pope Francis insists that “true social justice is impossible if the human person is not the centre of concern”.

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The following 12 statements outline the expectations of all staff, parents and community members:

1. You act safely and competently.

2. You give priority to students’ safety and well-being in all your behaviour and decision making.

3. You act in accordance with the values of the Gospel as defined in the Code of Ethical Conduct.

4. You conduct yourself in accordance with laws, agreements, policies and standards relevant to your relationship with the school community.

5. You respect the dignity, culture, values and beliefs of each member of the school community.

6. You treat personal information about members of the school community as private and confidential.

7. You give impartial, honest and accurate information about the education, safety and well-being of students.

8. You support all members of the school community in making informed decisions about students.

9. You promote and preserve the trust and privilege inherent in your relationship with all members of the school community.

10. You maintain and build on the community’s trust and confidence in Catholic schools and the Church.

11. You act reflectively and ethically.

12. You allow students to have a voice in their education, safety and well-being.

The Government of WA have amended the Working with Children Act last year with the changes implemented to better protect children. Catholic Education WA has mandated this process for all volunteers, including parent volunteers in schools. This includes parents who wish to volunteer at sports carnivals, in classrooms and at P&F events. Could we ask that all parents fill in the Volunteer Declaration (link) even if you have no plans at this stage to volunteer at school. Parents who wish to assist teachers on excursions will need to be on this list. Your information will be stored securely in accordance with CEWA’s Information Stewardship. We highly value parent volunteers' time and contribution to our school community and thank-you for taking the time to submit the form below.

Any grandparents that wish to volunteer in the classroom or assist in the canteen will need a Working With Children Check. Please note this does not include drop off, pick up or attendance at our Grandparents Mass and Morning Tea. Grandparents that would like to volunteer at school, please contact the school office and we can assist you in the process.

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Term 1: Wed 5 Feb – Thur 10 April
Term 2: Tue 29 April – Fri 4 July
Term 3: Mon 21 July – Fri 26 Sept
Term 4: Mon 13 Oct – Fri 12 Dec (Students) Fri 19 Dec (Staff)

28 Feb = Pupil Free Day

3 March = Labour Day

11 April = Pupil Free Day (Parent Interviews)

28 April = Pupil Free Day

2 June = WA Day

3 June = Pupil Free Day

22 Aug = Pupil Free Day

25 Aug = Pupil Free Day (Catholic Day)

Best Wishes

Mark Ryan

Dear Parents,

We are very excited to announce that we have successfully registered for the One Big Voice Concert in August. If your child wishes to enrol, please return notes to your child’s class teacher. For those that have enrolled, could you please finalise your $12 choir fee with the office. Thank you.

JUNIOR AND SENIOR CHOIR PRACTICE TIMES

Senior Choir – Thursday 8.30 – 9am

Junior Choir – Friday 8.30 – 9am

INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAM

If your child is interested in joining our Instrumental Program, please fill out an Instrumental Agreement. This can now be collected from the office if you do not have a form. This year, we will be offering tutoring for guitar, piano, drums and vocals.

JRS SINGERS

Last year, we were very lucky to engage in a new vocal program provided by Jenelle Russo Studios. This year, they will continue offering private and group singing lessons. Enrolment into this program, will need to take place through their website.

https://jenellerussostudio.com.au/schools/

There will be two group classes offered at Queenies

• Kindy to Year 2

• Years 3 to 6

Private lessons are also offered for Years 3 to 6 students.

If you have any questions, please come and see me.

Warm wishes

Sheryl Perry

Exciting news!

Slushies are available at the Queenies canteen!

We have our very own Slushy maker!

Mad Slushy available at the canteen at lunch $2.50.

It's 99% fruit juice & rated Amber by the WA Canteen Association.

Term 1: Wednesday 5th February to Thursday 10th April

Friday 28th February - Pupil Free Day

Monday 3rd March - Public Holiday (LABOUR DAY)

Friday 11th April - Pupil Free Day - Parent interviews

Term 2: Tuesday 29th April to Friday 4th July

Monday 28th April - Public Holiday

Monday 2nd June - Public Holiday (WA Day)

Tuesday 3rd June - Pupil Free Day

Term 3: Monday 21st July to Friday 26th July

Friday 22nd August - Pupil Free Day

Monday 25th August - Catholic Day (School closed)

Term 4: Monday 13th October to Friday 12th December

Commitment Mass for Reconciliation will be on the weekend 22nd & 23rd Feb 2025

Commitment Mass for Eucharist will be on the weekend 1st & 2nd March 2025.

Confirmation workshop will be on Wednesday 21st May at 5.30pm

Reconciliation workshop will be on Wednesday 20th August at 5.30pm

Eucharist workshop will be on Wednesday 27th August at 5.30pm

Sacrament of Confirmation will be on Sunday 14th June at 10.30am Mass

Sacrament of Reconciliation will be on Tuesday 16th September at 6.30pm

Sacrament of Eucharist will be on Sunday 21st September at 10.30am Mass.

P&F 2025 Welcome Back Sundowner and Blue Tree Project

Queenies P&F along with the Year 6 Graduation Committee are hosting the Welcome Back Family Sundowner on Friday 21st February 2025 from 5pm to 7pm. This is a great way to meet other parents that you may not know. Bring along your picnic blanket and chairs, purchase a sausage sizzle from the year 6 graduation committee and an ice cream from Tims Ice Cream Van.

At the sundowner we are encouraging everyone to help paint Queenies new Blue Tree. The Blue Tree reminds us to start and be involved in conversations about mental health.

At the Welcome Back Sundowner, we will be holding a raffle to help raise money towards Edu Marking for the school grounds. Tickets are $1.00 each.

Prizes include:

1st Prize - $250 Armando Sports Vouchers

2nd Prize - $150 Rustico Voucher

3rd Prize - Australian Quokka 2023 1oz silver proof coin valued at $145.00 donated by the Perth Mint

4th Prize $100 BCF Voucher

5th Prize - $50 Event Cinema Voucher

For a gold coin donation children can paint a Riverstone, once dry and sealed these will be placed around the Blue Tree.

Please note this is an alcohol-free event.

It’s that time of the year again when the Footy season is about to begin, so make sure you sign up to the 2025 Queenies P&F Footy Tipping Competition. This is a great opportunity to show off your footy knowledge and win some prizes. Please see below for information on how to sign up.

First round starting Thursday 6th March and runs until Sunday 24th August. Good luck!

The P&F are excited to provide the below calendar which includes various events that the P&F plan to host this year. Write them in your diary, so you don’t miss out!

If you are interested in volunteering at any event, please email Tracy at pandf.qoa@cewa.edu.au.

OPEN DAY

Friday 28 February 2025

St Norbert College warmly invites prospective students and their parents to tour our beautiful College, its contemporary facilities and extensive grounds. Tours will be conducted at 9.00am and 1.00pm. Bookings can be made at https://www.trybooking.com/CYQHS.

Enrolments for Year 7 in 2027

We will commence our enrolments for 2027 in the next few weeks. Application forms may be obtained by visiting our website www.norbert.wa.edu to apply online or by phoning the Enrolment Officer, Mrs Roberts on 9350 5433 to receive an Enrolment Package.