Queen of Apostles School

During this difficult time, we have been deeply moved by the outpouring of support following the passing of our beloved Ms Oliver. Your kind messages, thoughtful gestures, and the beautiful flowers sent have been very much appreciated by the staff. Your heartfelt expressions of sympathy remind us of the strength and compassion within our community. A funeral Mass is being planned and I will share more details once they are confirmed. Can we please keep Ms Oliver and her family in our thoughts and prayers.

Tomorrow morning at 8.50am we have our MJR gathering. At this gathering one special student from each class (PP to 6) will receive an award for showing the spirit of Jesus in their life. This could be helping our classmates when hurt or upset, using manners, showing gratitude, or even trying your best in everything you do. It’s a special award and one the recipients should be very proud of.

Next Thursday 22nd August we are very excited about our choir attending the One Big Voice concert at RAC arena. Mrs Perry has done an excellent job preparing the choir for this fantastic event. I can't wait to see them in action!

Next Wednesday evening at 6pm there is a Reconciliation Parent/Child workshop in the hall for those students making the Sacrament this Year. I thank Miss Moro for preparing the students and making sure they are ready for this special day.

In Week 7 (26th – 30th August) we will celebrate Queenies Book Week. Mrs O’Brien in the library has organised some wonderful opportunities for our students and I thank her very much for this. The 2024 theme for Book Week is "Reading is Magic" and on Wednesday 28th August we are asking our students to dress up as their favourite book character and participate in a parade in the hall at 9am. Parents are welcome to join us. Also, on this day we have a visiting author, Renee Treml, who is coming to talk to our classes about what is involved in the writing process.

On Friday 30th August our dads and father figures will be able to enjoy a yummy breakfast with their children in the undercover area from 7.30am to celebrate Father’s Day. Please order by using the link below. Also, on this day the students will also be able to buy a gift for dad at the Father’s Day stall. I thank our P&F for organising both the breakfast and the stall for our community. If Mother’s Day was anything to go by it should be a great morning.

HTTPS://www.trybooking.com/CSTFT

Last Friday our SNAFL teams competed in the regional carnival at Morris Buzzacott Reserve and had a great day. I would like to congratulate our soccer team who went undefeated for the day and took home the trophy. This is a fantastic achievement! Well done also to our netball (6th) and AFL(5th) teams for their efforts during the day. Thank you also to Miss Jenzen and Mr B for helping out on the day.

Pyjama Day will be rescheduled to later in the term. Once we have an exact date, we will let you know.

It has come to our attention that there have been some behaviour incidents happening after school on the grassed area outside the library and the playground. If students are playing in these areas, they need to be under parental supervision as there are no teachers on duty after 3.00 pm (apart from pickup areas). If behaviour incidents continue to occur, we will ban students from playing after school. Thank you for your co-operation in this matter.

Best Wishes

Mark Ryan

Principal

Online Booking for school photos.

Please see below the access key you will need to order your child's photos.

Cut off for family photo orders are September 3 by 4.30pm.

🔺Extra charges will incur if they are ordered after that day.

The Kindy 2026 class is filling fast so we remind families to submit applications as soon as possible for children born between 1 July 2021 and 30 June 2022.

We conduct our interviews 2 years in advance and have already held interviews this year for families who had lodged applications earlier.

The class is now over half full.

If we don't have your application, we don't know you require a position in the class, so please don't wait till it's too late. All enrolment information is on our website or you can call in to the office to pick up an application form.

The countdown is on!!!! One week to go until our One Big Voice Concert at RAC Arena.

Tickets are still available for purchase. Please use the below link. Our choir will be in the Beethoven Section. It would be lovely to see parents and friends coming along to support their child.

https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx...

If you would like to purchase a copy of the concert, please see flyer attached. Merchandise will also be available for purchase on the night.

A letter will be sent home at the end of this week with final instructions.

Once again, thank you so much for your supporting your child and their commitment to choir. The turnout for our rehearsals has been impressive. Thank you to each choir member for the special effort they have made when attending our rehearsals. Your enthusiasm is greatly appreciated.

Regards

Sheryl Perry

Well done to our students for their training leading up to last Friday's SNAFL carnival.

A great day was had by all with huge efforts and team spirit.

Special mention to the soccer team who were victorious on the day.

Thank you to Mr Ryan, Miss Jenzen, Ms Maloney and the many parents who came along to support our teams.

If you were there and took photos that you are happy to share, please forward them to ross.bridgeman@cewa.edu.au. Thank you.

Dear Parents and students,

Please find below information about the 2024 Athletics Carnivals.

Kindy and Pre-Primary – Races and Relays Day

• Friday 6th September 10.00am - 11.00am on the School Oval (after the Music Assembly)

• Students participate in a variety of running races and team relays.

• No points awarded, just a morning of fun and exercise.

• Includes opportunities for parents to join in some relays too.

Year 3-6 Jumps and Throws Day:

• Friday 13th September 9.30am - 12.50pm on the Annex oval.

• Only selected students participate in these events (trials held during PE lessons).

• Selected year 3-6 boys and girls compete in long jump and turbo-jav.

• Selected year 5 and 6 boys and girls also compete in shot put.

• A program with competitors' names and approximate times will be forwarded asap.

Year 1-6 Faction Athletics Carnival:

• Monday 16th September 9.30am - 2.00pm.

• This event to be held at Ern Clark Oval, Wharf St., Cannington.

• All students participate in one sprint and three team games.

• Selected students participate in 200m, 400m and multi-age relay.

• The day concludes with presentations

• A detailed program will be released as soon as possible.

Mr B

Inter-school Athletics Carnival - Date Change:

Hi year 3-6 families, the inter-school athletics carnival, originally planned for Friday 18th October (term 4 week 2) has had to be postponed due to works at the venue.

The inter-school athletics carnival will now take place at Langford Oval on Thursday 21st November (term 4, week 7).

Of course, participants in this event won't be known until after the completion of our own faction athletics events later this term. More info regarding these is coming soon.

Thank you.

Mr B

On Wednesday 28th August we have a visiting author Renee Treml.

Renee's books can be ordered and paid for on-line before Wednesday 28th August and the children will receive signed copies of the books delivered straight to our school.

Please see the flyer below for all the details.

The Australian girls choir will be holding a workshop assessment on Friday 11th October at 10am.

If your daughter is interested in attending the workshop please see how to register below:

Register online at ausgirlschoir.com.au/schoolworkshop

or via the QR code on the flyer.

AGC School Assessment Workshop Flyer 2024.

Please note that only girls that have registered prior to the day will be able to participate.

Queenies P&F Footy Tipping Competition

Congratulations to Bernard McCreesh for your excellent tipping in round 22, please see the front office to collect your Rustico voucher and certificate.

First place on the overall leaderboard is Steven Heffernan.

Volunteers for Father’s Day Breakfast

We are looking for volunteers to help with the Father’s Day Breakfast on Friday 30th August. If you are available, please click on the link https://signup.com/go/HxFGDmx to view the different tasks and to sign up to help.

If you have any questions, please contact Tracy at QueeniesPnF@gmail.com

Father’s Day Breakfast

Join us on Friday, 30 August from 7:30 am to 8:30 am for a delightful Father's Day Breakfast. Secure your spot by placing your order by Friday, 23 August. Check out the details below:

Perth Goju Karate teaches karate classes in your local area.

A special offer for the school’s students - 4 WEEKS FREE beginners karate lessons!

Classes are held after school and are a great way for children of all ages to learn self-defense in a fun and safe environment.

We also teach classes for teens and adults and they are fantastic for fitness, wellbeing and of course, self-defense.

Classes continue over the school holidays (with a short break over the Christmas period) which makes it perfect for the kids who are looking to try something on the holidays.

Karate has many benefits which include confidence, respect, discipline and fitness.

Call now to take advantage of this 4 week trial.

Sensei Johnny Moran - 0402 830 402

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