Queen of Apostles School

Lord,

Inspire me to give my best and make good use of the talents you have given me.

Show me how to be positive in attitude, appreciating and valuing others,

always ready to encourage and give praise.

Amen

Next Monday each of the year levels will hold a Remembrance Day Ceremony in their classrooms. Remembrance Day is an important day in our history as we remember those who fought and died for our country.

Swimming lessons for our Year 1 to 6 students continue next week. Thank you to all parents for making sure the students are organised with towels, goggles and something warm to wear to and from the pool. Please ensure all items of clothing are labelled to make easy to return items that get misplaced.

The Annual Community Meeting for the School Advisory Council and P&F will be held next Wednesday November 13th November 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

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: _____________________________________________

The Uniform shop will be open for the last time this year on Wednesday 27th November from 1.30pm to 3.30pm.

The next opening will be just prior to school starting on the 29th January 9am to 1pm.

It will then operate as normal during term times, every Wednesday from 1.30pm to 3.30pm.

Christmas Raffle

The P&F are excited to be hosting a Christmas Raffle for all the Pre-Kindy to Year 6 students. By now you should have received an information sheet with 5 raffle tickets. 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.

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.