School Newsletter 18 August 2023

Welcome to the latest edition of the School Newsletter!

As I write my comments for this edition, I am still in a state of awe after recently seeing the final performance of the production of Aladdin Junior. With almost 80 staff and students involved, the production was a labour of love resulting in a spellbinding show of the highest quality. From the elaborate entry complete with acrobats and fortune tellers, to custom built sets including a ‘magic’ carpet, our students had the perfect platform to showcase their talents. Supported by an unbelievable backstage crew, and the technical wizardry of Auditorium Manager Mitch Byrne and his team, students excelled in singing, dancing, and acting, producing a kaleidoscope of colour and flair to rival a big budget West End show.   Playing to full houses across the week, Director Emma Leadon and her fabulous cast and crew did an exceptional job in bringing the story of Aladdin and the city of Agrabah to life. My sincere congratulations to all involved, including various members of our community who donated props, assisted with make-up, costumes and photography, or simply transported students to and from rehearsals. We look forward to the next big production in 2024, with planning already underway!

BOOK WEEK
Primary School students recently celebrated Book Week, with a parade through the School grounds followed by a student only assembly in the Allan Shaw Centre.  Book Week is a very important event on our calendar, as it is not only a lot of fun, but an engaging way to promote literacy, critical thinking, and imagination. It was wonderful to see our Primary School students embrace Book Week with a diverse range of costumes linked to their favourite book. From superheroes to cartoon characters, fairy princesses to sports stars, the mix of costumes was both eclectic and inspired. Thank you to all parents for your energy in helping your child bring their favourite book to life. Thank you also to all staff for their enthusiasm towards this event, with Team Barbie in Kindy and Mr Cowap as Gargamel particular highlights.

SERVICE LEARNING
At Peter Moyes Anglican Community School we are always looking to provide our students with service learning opportunities to enhance the formal curriculum and develop our students capacity to become empathetic global citizens. Service learning is an educational approach that bridges classroom learning with real-world impact. By engaging students in hands-on community service projects, it cultivates a deep understanding of social issues, empathy, and a sense of responsibility. Service learning helps to nurture in our students a strong commitment to civic engagement, promoting active citizenship and a lifelong dedication to creating positive change in society.
 
Secondary School students have recently had multiple opportunities to participate in service learning activities. On Friday 11 August Year 10 students participated in the Anglicare Sleepout at Optus Stadium to raise awareness of homelessness, a growing issue in our society. Mrs Lawrence, Mr Davies, and Ms Hope braved the chilly conditions to support our student team who raised over $6,000 for this important cause. At the event, students engaged in activities to simulate what it would be like to be homeless, before enjoying a meal at the ‘soup kitchen’ and sleeping rough on cardboard squares spread across the Optus Stadium concourse. Well done to all students and staff for participating in this important event.

At the same time, several of our senior students were in Alice Springs visiting the Yipirinya School and working with indigenous students. Led by Reverend Schroeder and Ms Oxley, students spent time teaching younger children and engaging with them playing various games. Our students also explored some of Australia’s most iconic outback destinations including Uluru. This is the first time that we have taken students to Yipirinya, and we look forward to building our relationship with their staff and students in the years ahead.

NAPLAN RESULTS
By now, parents of students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 should have received their child’s NAPLAN report. Data from the assessments helps teachers to better identify students who may need greater challenge or extra support, while enabling the School to identify strengths and areas of need in teaching programs and to set goals in literacy and numeracy. While there are some pleasing results in each cohort, particularly ongoing achievement above state and national averages, the School will analyse the data carefully in coming weeks to identify areas for improvement. Please take the time to review your child’s NAPLAN report and I encourage you to contact the relevant classroom teacher and/or Head of Department should you have any questions or concerns.

As always, please keep an eye on our School App and socials for details of upcoming events and activities and I look forward to seeing you on campus soon. 

Every Blessing.
Benjamin Lomas
PRINCIPAL

Unlocking resilience and clarity: the timeless truth in adages

For many of our secondary students, Term 3 is a time of building stress.
Lisa McInnes Smith is an Australian sports psychologist who specialises in change behaviour. In reading one of her articles, I was reminded of the wisdom encapsulated in age-old adages which have served as messages to us all about having the strength to persevere. 

In growing up with a father who was a champion tennis player, the young Lisa was continually flooded with feedback which were gems of wisdom. They served as a guide for a cognitive shift, a redirection of attention from the immediate. Adages demonstrate the importance of encouraging our young people to take a broader viewpoint in difficult times that can then lead to a renewed determination and a belief that better times are ahead. 

Some of the gems of wisdom from Lisa’s dad include: 

• Never be half-hearted. Always a full effort and then stop.
• It doesn’t matter where you come from; it only matters where you finish.
• Winners are grinners! Losers are learners!
• Be a good sport always. Character and reputation are more important than winning.
• Overcoming disappointment is a life skill. So is making friends.

Many of these messages encapsulates the essence of resilience – the willingness to persist despite a setback. Every teacher at PMACS aims to encourage our learners to be the best communicator possible, to be critical and curious, to strive and be brave, and to be reflective and responsible. Whether your child is in Year 7 or Year 12, been at PMACS since Kindy or new this year, navigating any adversity with grace and steadfast reminders of our inner strength builds a capacity for growth. 

By encouraging our young people with the odd adages along the way provides them with the profound and timely reminders of the strength of perspective. Within their brevity lies a wellspring of motivation, resilience and the unwavering promise that as humans, we are all capable of weathering any storm. 

As your child prepares for the important times ahead, resilience, perseverance and growth are keys to their success and finish. The finish line may be different depending on whether it is those looming WACE examinations, completion of Year 12 courses, preparing for Years 9, 10 and 11 examinations, sitting the OLNA, deciding on courses for next year, or working towards gaining the best marks possible. It is important to support our students into never giving up, to set and attain their goals. 

And finally, the last words from Lisa’s dad, remember:

• It’s never over until you finish the last point.
• Smile often. Relax and breathe. Encourage yourself. Calm yourself down.

Associate Principal Teaching and Learning

Natalie Shaw

Term 3 got off to a bang in the Health and Physical Education World with the beginning of our Athletics Season.

PMACS saw the first in a new whole school approach to carnivals and all students and staff were exceptional with their enthusiasm, spirit and participation.

Congratulations to all students and staff and a very big thank you to all those that assisted on the day.

We give special congratulations to Mark Fussell and his Cuthbert House on taking out both the Overall Winning House Cup and also the PMACCA Spirit Award.

We look forward to celebrating individual student achievements at our Athletics Assembly on Monday, August 21st in the Allan Shaw Centre.

We wish our Athletics Squad all the very best in their upcoming ACC event.

The Schools theme for National Science Week in 2023 is: 

Innovation: Powering Future Industries. 

The theme incorporates the advancement in technology in all industries, especially using artificial intelligence (AI). Along with the Sustainability cross-curriculum priority, it is versatile and accessible to all students and teachers.

Students from Years 7, 8 and 9 have been working on a variety of incredible projects that will be displayed in the Allan Shaw Centre to showcase their hard work.

We will be holding our Annual Science Fair on the 22nd of August 2023, between 8:05am – 3:05pm in the Allan Shaw Centre, we would love to see you there!

SCIENCE FAIR POSTER

The Year 7 English students created poetry anthologies as their final activity for the Term Two Poetry unit. Students were asked to create a booklet of poems on a topic of their choice. They wrote a range of poems in different forms experimenting with including poetic techniques. They also illustrated the booklets, created a poetry game, and wrote a reflection about their chosen topic. The standard of work was exceptionally high with some absolutely delightful examples of poetry. Teachers had a tough time deciding on the finalists (pictured). The final judging was completed by Mrs Natalie Shaw (Associate Principal Teaching and Learning) and Mr Mark Shotter (Head of English).
 
The winners were:
1st – Shannon Dyer
2nd – Aarav Shah
3rd – Addison Sherman
And the runner up Henny MacDonald.

The winners were presented with vouchers by Mrs Candy McKnight (Year 7 Head of Year) 

On Friday 11 August, a group of Year 10 students attended the 2023 Anglicare Sleepout at Optus Stadium. This year was set to be the biggest sleepout so far, with over 500 students from various schools across WA in attendance. The Year 10s spent countless weeks raising money via donations from friends and family in the lead up to this event, with the final total for the PMACS Team being almost $6000! This contributed to the overall total of over $180,000 – the highest amount that has ever been raised for the sleepout!

The Year 10s arrived at Optus Stadium a little unsure of what the evening would bring. They were accompanied by Mr Davies, Ms Hope and Mrs Lawrence who had told them to prepare for a cold night, but a very rewarding one also. Once they arrived, they were each given a lanyard which had an ‘identity’ – this was who they would become for the main activity, which was a homeless simulation. They formed groups with students from other schools and completed a number of tasks – finding shelter, obtaining identification, visiting Centrelink, visiting a job centre etc. This activity showed the Year 10s a glimpse of how difficult these somewhat simple tasks can be for someone who is homeless, especially as they were continuously being turned away and denied what they needed due to missing documents and the like. 

The Year 10s had the opportunity to listen to some of the staff that work for Street Connect, which is a service that aims to make connections with marginalised young people. They meet with these people on the streets and form positive, working relationships with them, assisting them in understanding their legal rights and responsibilities in relation to their use of public space. They also have their Outreach Bus which can be found in the CBD – it is always stocked with things like sandwiches, water, hygiene packs, sleeping bags and more.

As the evening progressed, the Year 10s set up their ‘campsite’ for the night. They each had a thin piece of cardboard to lie on, as well as their sleeping bags and pillows. Although this was a tough experience, they knew that it was even tougher for those who are actually living on the streets. They also had to line up for quite a while to be fed, and dinner was a light soup which warmed them up a little. Then, it was time to settle in for the night. Everyone crawled into their sleeping bags and whilst some people tried to get some sleeps, others sat up talking for a few hours. Eventually, everyone drifted off, but not for long! The sounds of sirens, dogs barking, people fighting and security guards disrupted our sleep – we realised we were very lucky not only to sleep in our own beds every night, but to be able to sleep within the walls of a house, which generally blocks out the noises of the streets and keeps us safe.

This was such a wonderful, eye opening experience for the Year 10s as well as every other student that attended the evening. The money that was raised by the PMACS Team is going to such a good cause and will be very appreciated by those who need it. If you would like to donate, the link is still open – https://anglicarewaschoolsleepout.org.au/t/team-peter-moyes

Well done to the Year 10s who attended – Carli, Jade, Eddie, Charlotte, Owen, Kate, Matilda, Samantha, Ava, Chloe, Grace, Amelia, Millie, Amber, Savannah, Bailey, Evie and Lizzy. We are very proud of your fundraising efforts as well as your efforts on the night!

Some of our Year 10 Metalwork students in the MIG welding bay practicing their welding skills before they constructed their folding shovel project.

Our Year 9 Art students have been getting their hands dirty constructing their clay model from their chosen characters.

Our Year 7 students have been busy in the kitchen! Check out these BLT creations. Looks like they all had great lunch! 

As we embrace the beginning of a new academic term, I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to all our students, staff, and parents. It is with great enthusiasm that I return, and I am delighted to see our school community once again come alive with energy and curiosity. 

We commenced this term on a high note, celebrating NAIDOC week under the theme 'For Our Elders.' This theme provided us with ample opportunities to foster connections across diverse cultures and languages within our classrooms. Our focus for this term centres around Australia's First Nations art. We kicked off our NAIDOC week celebrations on Thursday 27 July, with the help of an exceptional Aboriginal artist. Together, we embarked on creating murals that are currently a work in progress across the Central Foyer area. These vibrant murals will soon grace the terrace limestone wall outside the Primary School Library windows, reflecting our commitment to celebrating the seasons and our Indigenous culture. 

The start of a term is always a time of excitement for our school community. It signifies fresh beginnings, new learning opportunities, and a chance to build upon the successes of previous terms. I want to express my sincere gratitude for your continuous support and collaboration throughout the previous terms. Together, we have nurtured a dynamic environment where our students thrive intellectually, socially, and emotionally. 

The third term holds special significance, allowing us to reflect on our progress thus far and set new academic and personal goals for our students. Our dedicated team of educators has worked diligently to create engaging and enriching lessons that cater to the diverse needs of our students. Our focus remains on providing a well-rounded education that cultivates critical thinking, creativity, and a passion for learning. 

As we step into this term, I emphasise the importance of transparent communication between the school and parents. Your involvement and support are integral to your child's success. I extend my gratitude to those who participated in our parent-teacher evening on Monday 31 July. Your engagement in school events and activities strengthens the bond between home and school. 

In our second week of school, we proudly witnessed a significant achievement. Our Year 3 to 6 students participated in the Primary School State Cross Country event on Thursday 3 August, and emerged as outright winners! This achievement is a testament to their hard work and dedication, as well as the support of Mr Senior and his team. 

We've also celebrated other noteworthy moments in these initial weeks of the term: 

• 100 Days of School (PP - Year 2) – Week 2, on Wednesday 2 August. A significant milestone for our young learners, was when they explored the concept of 100 in various creative ways.
• Book Week was celebrated in Week 3. This is celebrated with reading activities and the author's visit with Dean Morris and his dog Otis.  There was the big finale of the Book Week Parade which is always a highlight for students, staff and parents too!  The Book Week Fair was well attended, to foster a love for reading within families. It is a valuable time for families to share and engage with their children in seeing reading as an important and enjoyable experience.
• We could not fail to mention the Aladdin Musical also in Week 3! This was a phenomenal performance with a production that represented many of our Primary students who were involved in this incredible performance. A remarkable performance that showcased the talent and dedication of our Primary Students, leaving us all immensely proud.

Looking ahead, we have an array of upcoming events: 

• Inter-House Athletics Carnival (Year 2 - Year 6) - Week 4, Thursday 17 August (there will be a coffee van at this event)
• One Big Voice (Choir Years 3-6) - Week 4, Friday 18 August 
• Lower PS Athletics Carnival (Kindy - Year 1) - Week 5, Friday 25 August (there will be a coffee van at this event)
• Father’s Day Stall – Week 6, Thursday 31 August  

Please ensure that you keep these dates in mind and make every effort to attend these events, as they are crucial for your child's growth and development.  

Long Service Leave: 

We would like to take a moment to acknowledge the dedication and commitment of our staff members. It is with mixed emotions that we share the news of two of our esteemed educators taking well-deserved Long Service Leave. 

• Mrs Cathy Mawby began her Long Service Leave this week. We extend our gratitude for her service to our Primary Library. During her absence, Mrs Carolyn Bird will fill her role until the term's end. 
• Mrs Bev Goosen starts her Long Service Leave next week. We thank her for her commitment and welcome back Mr Ben Hocking, who will ensure a seamless transition in her absence. 

Celebrating Achievements: 

We applaud the outstanding achievements of our students last term. Their creativity and academic excellence were commendable. We anticipate more achievements in the months ahead, including the selection of two students to represent Western Australia: 

• Kamika Pitout (4.2) has been selected to represent Western Australia in the 2023 Cross Country Championship. This team will be competing at the School Sport Australia National Championships in Canberra, ACT from Friday 25 August - Monday 28 August 2023 
• Bailey White (6.3) has been selected to represent Western Australia in the 2023 Soccer 12s Boys Championship. This team will be competing at the School Sport Australia National Championships in Thornbury, VIC from Saturday 14 October - Friday 20 October 2023.

Safety Reminders: 

Our students' safety remains our priority. Please ensure your child arrives punctually and adheres to safety guidelines. Supervision before and after school is crucial. Let's work together to maintain a secure learning environment. 

Continuous Learning: 

Our commitment to quality education stands strong. Engaging lessons and enriching activities await your child this term, ensuring a fulfilling learning journey. 

Community Engagement: 

Parent involvement enhances our school experience. If you're interested in volunteering or joining events, reach out to our classroom or specialist teachers for details. 

I thank you for your enduring support and trust in our school. Let's embrace a productive and rewarding term together. For any inquiries or concerns, my door is open. 

With gratitude, 

Mr Roderick Wood - Associate Principal – Primary School 

On Wednesday 9th, our Year Two students arrived to school dressed up in Victorian times to spend an exciting day at the WA Shipwreck Museum where they enjoyed their very first school excursion.

The students arrived at the museum by bus and were met by Jennifer, our museum guide who acknowledged the country and ran through the days activities. The children rotated amongst three activities throughout the day. One of them was where they were transported back in time to the 1852 in a themed activity room, with immersive setting and props, and participated in an interactive re-enactment which uses the local 1852 event of the Eglinton shipwreck to examine objects from the past. They used real historical objects to observe and discuss changes in communication, transport and technology over time. Then in small groups they handled and investigated objects from the past (similar to objects that were retrieved from the Eglinton shipwreck), discussing which items were the most important and how these objects differ from today. They also discovered how the event of the Eglinton shipwreck is known about today, by looking at letters, newspaper articles and talking about the Museum’s role in object preservation. What an enriching experience it was!

The second activity was a self-guided tour of the Museum where they learnt the history of the Museum building. They enjoyed going on a search for objects (including everyday items, machines, navigational tools and more) inside the Museum which can show how some things have changed over time and other things have remained the same. They examined objects from the Eglinton display, to reinforce content learned in the facilitated program.

They enjoyed a beautiful picnic lunch in the autumn sun after which they experience the third activity which was playing and interacting with the Olden Days toys and games (such as skipping ropes, quoits, skittles, knots and crosses, sack race and egg and spoon race) to play on the grass outside the Museum. They then returned to school on the bus, tired but exploding with new questions and wonderings and beautiful memories made. Where will these thoughts, questions and wonderings take our learning next…

We would like to express our sincere thanks to all the parent helpers who made this excursion possible. Your enthusiasm and support were greatly appreciated and we loved having you share in this experience with us.

Once again there was a huge turnout of students from all over the state at the School Sport WA Primary Schools Cross Country Championships. Thankfully, the storm had passed, and the event was blessed with a warm, dry day. The students performed exceptionally with the Peter Moyes ACS Primary Cross Country Squad being crowned as the overall Champion School. The Year 6 Boys finished winners in their category and the Y3-6 Boys squad also claimed the title of State Champions. This was a huge achievement for all the students involved and a just reward for the commitment they have shown to training this year.

Matt Senior - Primary School Sports Co-ordinator

TOP 20 FINISHERS

SQUAD

This semester, the Primary School Counselling is running the Seasons for Growth programme for children aged 6 – 12 years old. This programme is based on the belief that change and loss are a part of life, and grief is a normal response to these losses. Children, young people and adults need the opportunity to learn about how death, separation, divorce or other significant loss events may impact on their lives. The Seasons for Growth programme provides an opportunity for participants to learn the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to understand and respond well to such experiences. For more information, please contact the Primary School counsellor, Mrs Lucy Hinson lhinson@pmacs.wa.edu.au or chat with your child’s teacher. 

On a very rainy Tuesday 20 June, three of our Primary students participated in the IPSHA CHESS Competition. The three students that attended was Akshat Rana, Noah Yasay and Harry Newman. The day was well organised by Guilford Grammar Preparatory School and thoroughly enjoyed by all. We are excited to make this an annual event in our diary.

What a celebration our Pre-Primary to Year 2 students had on Wednesday the 2 August, as we marked the much-awaited milestone – ‘100 Days of School’.

The 100th day of school is a significant occasion that allows us to reflect on the incredible progress and growth our little learners have made since the beginning of the academic year. It is a time to cherish the learning journey and celebrate the accomplishments of each child in our classrooms. And what a fun day of celebration we had!

The Pre-Primary students dressed up either in bright clothing to mark being ‘100 days smarter’, or as an elderly person to show they are ‘100 days wiser’. The Year 1 students were given a shock when they saw Mrs Robinson and Mrs Waide dressed as 100-year-old ladies and the Year 2 students were thrilled to go home with a glow stick to show they are 100 days brighter. All students proudly wore their ‘100 Days of School’ crowns that they made.

Throughout the day the classrooms were abuzz with a range of interactive and educational activities revolving around the number “100”. The students showcased their mathematical skills by counting, grouping and threading 100 objects, whilst also practising their number writing. They participated in creative writing tasks, sharing what they would do if they had $100, or what they would do in their day if they were 100 years old. 100 second challenges were undertaken and pictures of themselves as elderly people were painted. 

As we celebrated our 100th day of school it was wonderful to think about the many things our students have learnt, and the friendships they have made this year. We look forward to the exciting learning opportunities that lie ahead for our students to grow, explore and discover new wonders of knowledge. 

Mandy Robinson
Head of Lower Primary

Joel Wheeler is one of our Year 12 students. He has been selected as 1 of 25 young racing drivers from Australasia to attend the Ferrari Driver Academy Trials in Malaysia.

He will be heading to the Sepang F1 track, September 23-27 to drive an F4 car.

Joel has only been racing for just under 3 years, and currently races karts, plus a Radical race car at Wanneroo Raceway.

This is a fantastic achievement and a great opportunity. Congratulations Joel.

Please see the article below from Motorsport Australia, plus Joel’s Instagram page.

Motorsport Australia Media Release
https://motorsport.org.au/media/news/detail/2023/08/10/rising-motorsport-stars-selected-for-ferrari-driver-academy-trials

Joel Wheeler Racing Instagram Page
https://www.instagram.com/p/CvwVT80rkAt/

On Saturday July 12, 2023, something truly remarkable unfolded for Eddie McCartney. After dedicating himself for 7 and a half years, he participated at the age of 10 in his Black Belt Grading class. Displaying his proficiency, he performed the Keumgang and Taegeuk 2 forms, among various other techniques he had mastered. At the culmination of this endeavour, Eddie's unwavering commitment bore fruit – he achieved his 1st Dan Black Belt. This accomplishment not only signifies his prowess in martial arts but also stands as a testament to the rewards of persistence.

Congratulations Eddie this is a wonderful achievement.

Our Indonesian students from Year 9 to 11 visited UWA on Thursday 22 June for an Indonesian immersive programme. They were amongst the 150 secondary students from across Western Australia who attended and learned more about the importance of learning Bahasa Indonesia. 

The event brought together a range of speakers and workshop facilitators, including Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia, Ibu Listiana Operanata, Director of the WA State Office of Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Sally Dawkins, and University students who had lived in Indonesia participating in the ACICIS program. In her speech, Ibu Listiana shared her personal story of learning English and how it broadened her perspective on life. She encouraged students to keep studying bahasa Indonesia and to visit and live in Indonesia in the future.

Sally Dawkins reiterated the message and that trade with Indonesia dates back many centuries including between First Nations people. She believed that bahasa Indonesia is a logical choice of language to learn because The economy has enormous potential for the future such as nickel mining, film, gaming and virtual reality industries. Much of Indonesia’s economy is complementary to Australia’s economy so there are many opportunities to work collaboratively.

Students participated in a number of language and cultural activities including learning to play a traditional song from North Sulawesi, interviewing each other in small groups and watching a short film to practise for their upcoming ATAR practical examination.

After the program at UWA we travelled by bus to the Indonesian Monggo restaurant where students had the opportunity to try some delicious Indonesian food such as mi goreng, ayam goreng, soto ayam and es cendol.
A very ‘Bagus sekali’ day for everyone!!

Bertamasya ke Universitas Australia Barat (UWA)

Pada hari Kamis tanggal 22 Juni, siswa-siswi kelas sembilan sampai kelas sebelas Bahasa Indonesia sekolah PMACS  bertamasya ke UWA dan rumah makan Indonesia selama sehari.

Perjalananya makan waktu empat puluh menit. Kelas sembilan sampai kelas sebelas Bahasa Indonesia dari berbagai sekolah menghadiri program tentang manfaat belajar tentang Indonesia di sekolah dan universitas. Siswa-siswi mendengarkan ceramah oleh Ibu Listiani, Konsul Jendral Republik Indonesia, Ibu Sally Dawkins dari DFAT (Departmen Luar Negeri), dosen dan mahasiswa UWA yang pernah tinggal di Indonesia, mengikuti di ACISIS program. Ada banyak manfaat bagi warga negara yang ingin belajar Bahasa Indonesia banyak kursus, termasuk busnis, kesehatan dan perhotelan. Setelah program di UWA kami meneruskan perjalanannya naik bis ke Restoran Monggo yang menhidangkan makanan Indonesia. Saya suka sekali nasi gorengnya! Terima kasih kepada guru-guru PMACS dan staf UWA.

Beth Kilgallon - Kelas 10 Indonesian ATAR (Accelerated) 

About Justin Coulson 

When & Where Dr Justin Coulson is the co-host and parenting expert on Channel 9's "Parental Guidance", the founder of happyfamiles.com.au, and one of Australia’s most trusted parenting experts. Over the past decade he has helped innumerable families with his 8 books about raising children. Justin earned his PhD in Psychology from the University of Wollongong. He and his wife Kylie have been married since the late 1990’s and are the parents of 6 daughters.

Stereotypes about boys and girls have been around for centuries. Yet parents and teachers have been encouraged to challenge these gender stereotypes - "Kids can be anything they want!" 

Despite the supposed gender revolution, boys and girls really do seem to be different. They relate to others differently, develop differently, play differently, receive diagnoses differently, experience mental health challenges differently, and more. 

In this no-nonsense, science-based presentation, Dr Justin Coulson unpacks brain, behaviour, and gender myths, truths, and rumours to help parents and teachers work with kids to uncover their strengths, build their motivation, and maximise their resilience and wellbeing.

When and Where

Tuesday 22 Aug 2023 - ONLINE 6:30pm (90 mins) For parents/carers of 10 - 18 year olds

Free to join. Bookings are Essential. Please CLICK HERE for more information or to book.

STEM One Day Workshop

For Years 9, 10, 11 & 12

Inviting students interested in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics to come and explore engineering and applied science concepts through a series of hands-on and engaging workshops during the school holidays. 

The activities are STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) focused and have been designed and developed by ECU’s School of Engineering for their CREATE program. 

Through these workshops, students will have the opportunity to engage with multidisciplinary studies relating to a range of different engineering fields, the courses they are aligned to, and the diverse career opportunities they will have the potential to experience as engineers. 

Do not miss out on the opportunity to attend these workshops. For more information or to book CLICK HERE.

Enrolments are now open for Academic Task Force - ATAR Revision Courses and Skills Development Courses running in Week 1 and 2 of the October School Holidays.

ATAR Revision Courses for Years 11 & 12

ATAR Revision Courses will help your child revise and prepare for exams, maximizing their exam performance and grades. We offer 10-hour ATAR Revision courses (2 hrs a day, over 5 days) in most ATAR subjects including Essay Writing and Study Skills courses.

• WA’s top ATAR teachers
• Receive interactive teaching from subject specialists
• In-depth revision of the syllabus 
• Practise various exam-style questions
• Receive study tips and strategies
• Increase your confidence and understanding
• Maximise your exam performance

Venues: Churchlands SHS, Leeming SHS and Online.

To enrol: https://academicgroup.com.au/c...
For more information please CLICK HERE.

Skills Development Courses for Years 7 - 10

Skills Development Courses will improve your child’s confidence and help develop their academic skills. We offer 6-hour (3 hrs a day for 2 days) Skills Development courses in Maths, English, Essay Writing and Learning Skills.

•  Learn from WA’s top teachers
• Small group classes for individual attention
• Targeted help to ensure you develop your child’s skills
• Learn time management and homework strategies
• Learn how to structure and write essays
• Build your child’s confidence 

Venues: Perth Modern School.

To enrol: https://academicgroup.com.au/c...

For more information please CLICK HERE.

Term 3 & 4 – Exam Boost Workshops
Exam Boost Workshops for Years 11 - 12

Exam Boost Workshops delivers subject-specific, targeted, exam preparation in the weeks leading up to exams. In one day, each workshop packs in 6 hours of exam focused teaching from a WACE exam marker, with the sole purpose of boosting student’s exam technique and performance.

• Targeted exam preparation
• Learn new exam techniques
• Strategies and problem solving methods to boost your exam performance
• Insights into the exam marking guide
• Practise answering exam-style questions
• Receive feedback from an experienced exam marker

Venues: Churchlands SHS, Rossmoyne SHS, Perth Modern School, and Online.

To enrol: https://academicgroup.com.au/c...

For more information please CLICK HERE.

Quinns Mindarie Surf Life Savings Clube is having their annual registration/open day on Saturday 9 September 2023 10am - 2pm.

For further information please CLICK HERE.

Develop your game and elevate your skills with WAFFA!

At the West Australian Female Football Academy, our aim is to help female footballers evolve their football knowledge and abilities at all levels of the game. 

Our programs are designed to assist in the development of female footballers from beginners to elite level.

Registration is now open for our Future Stars 2-day Super Clinic which will be running during the September school holidays. This time we’ll also be at the home of the West Coast Eagles!

Our participants have the opportunity to be coached and learn AFL skills firsthand from some of the West Coast Eagles AFLW coaches and players including; Jess Sedunary, Jaide Britton, Shanae Davison, Charlie Thomas, Krstel Petrevski and Lauren Wakfer!

Clinic details

· Location: Mineral Resources Park, Lathlain – West Coast Eagles HQ*
· Date: Tuesday 26th & Wednesday 27th September 2023
· Time: 10am - 2pm
· Ages: For girls aged 8yo - 15yo
· Duration: 4 hours each day 
· Cost: $195

Registration Link: https://www.waffa.com.au/futur...

*Note: This is subject to change as the club may resurface the ovals at some stage after the season. If that is the case we will be back at Scotch College.

Please feel free to circulate this email and the attached flyer to your physical education departments and any students who may be interested in joining us.

If you have any queries, please feel free to contact us at communications@waffa.com.au

Thank you for assisting us in growing female football in WA. For more information please CLICK HERE.

Health and wellness stalls - Exercise and Meditation session - Giveaways

Join Clarkson Library in celebrating Women's Health Week on Friday September 1st at our Women's Health Week Community Day.

Drop into Clarkson Library on Friday 1 September from 10am - 2pm and chat to a range of providers supporting women's health.
From self-care to exercise physiology, Breast Screen WA to Ishar Multicultural Women's Health Services, there's plenty to get you inspired for the new season.

During the event we will be offering 4 free bookable sessions at the following times -

• 10.30am - Fitness Testing by ECU exercise physiology students.
• 11am - Exercise demonstration by ECU exercise physiology students.
• 12pm - meditation with Carmel
• 1pm - meditation with Carmel

You only need to book if you are attending a session, no booking is required to visit the stall providers.
These bookings can be made via https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/womens-health-community-day-tickets-677210864927?aff=oddtdtcreator

Everyone is welcome.

A free event is being held at Iluka Sports Complex on Wednesday 23 August 2023. The Ageing Information Expo is designed to provide ageing adults with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to age with confidence.

For more information on this community event please CLICK HERE.

Former Peter Moyes ACS student Tyler Mouritz's journey in football has been impressive. Making his league debut for the West Coast Eagles WAFL side on May 13th against Peel Thunder in Mandurah was a dream come true for him. Reflecting on his accomplishments, he states, ‘playing in the Falcons' 2022 Colts Grand Final was a defining moment for me. It gave me the confidence and motivation to continue pushing myself and striving for greater successes.

Peter Moyes Anglican Community School has been a transformative experience for me both academically and athletically,’ says Tyler. ‘The school provided me with a solid foundation and instilled in me the values of discipline, perseverance, and teamwork, which have been invaluable in my football career. Joining the West Coast Eagles is a tremendous opportunity for me to learn and grow as a football player. I am thrilled to be part of such a prestigious club with a rich history.’
(Jumper presentation from Mathew Knights who played 297 games for Richmond Football Club)