Junior School Bulletin - Term 4, Week 6

Please click on the following link to open a letter regarding the Y2-5 End of Year Assembly and other events towards the end of this term: Junior School - End of Year letter

Please click on the following link for details of the arrangements for our graduating Year 5 students: Year 5 Graduation letter

The Year 4 students will be taking part in an Amazing Race for their end of year celebration on Thursday 5 December. The students will be involved in rotational activities on the school grounds in the morning and then will walk in groups to Mawson Park for a sausage sizzle lunch and play. Students are to wear their House uniform and there will be a Sausage Sizzle and Icy Pole provided for all students. Further details will be sent to parents via Consent2Go.

ALL Year 4 parents please complete the following link here to confirm dietary requirements for their child. This link also enables Y4 parents to sign-up to help on the day (Parent Commitment Hours opportunity) as we require the assistance of approximately 28 helpers (we request that no siblings attend). Parent help will be required at the following times (please select your preferred option via the link):

• Morning 8.45am - 12 noon - running a tabloid station
• All day 9am - 3pm - guiding a group
• Either time
• Cooking/food 11am - 1.30pm
  

On Wednesday 9 October, most of our Year 4 students had the opportunity to attend a musical instrument demonstration in the PAC to preview the instruments on offer for the Year 5 2025 Band Program. For any students that may have missed this demonstration, or if you would like to watch the demonstration with your child, here is a video link to the presentation.

We will be offering a second round of sign-ups and instrument trials to any students who may have missed out on signing up the first time. This will be held in Week 6, on Wednesday 13 November in the afternoon.

To sign up for the second round of instrument trials, please fill out this form. This form is due by COB Friday 8 November.

If you have any further questions about the program, please feel free to email Mrs Katie Hodson, the Year 5 Band co-ordinator khodson@stmarks.wa.edu.au

It is an incredibly exciting opportunity for our students, and we hope many more will take up the opportunity to learn a new instrument in 2025.

• K-12 CAROLS SERVICE - Wednesday 27 November 5-7pm Secondary Oval
  Further details can be found within this Bulletin.
  
  
• Y5 Graduation Cruise - Wednesday 4 December
  Please click on the following link for further information: Year 5 Graduation letter. Information will also follow from Consent2Go in due course.
  
  
• Y5 Graduation Assembly - Thursday 5 December
  Please click on the following link: Year 5 Graduation letter
  
  
• Activities Day for Y2, Y3 and Y4 Students - Thursday 5 December
  Further details will be sent to parents from Consent2Go.
  

• LAST DAY OF TERM 4 – Friday 6 December
  Please click on the following link: Junior School - End of Year letter

• SEMESTER 2 REPORTS – Released Monday 9 December

Our school is proudly part of the Anglican Schools Commission (ASC), which will soon be known as AngliSchools.

With 16 schools in Australia, over 2,400 dedicated staff, and more than 16,600 students, the ASC has been a cornerstone of quality, inclusive Anglican education for 40 years.

Starting 6 January 2025, the new name represents a commitment to that legacy and prepares the ASC for future growth.

Visit AngliSchools to learn more about this exciting new chapter.

The Uniform Shop have confirmed the last day in 2024 they will be open is Thursday 5 December. Please click here for details of their January Holiday opening times. Further information regarding the Uniform Shop can be found on the St Mark's website here.

Please find below the current Parent Commitment Hour reports logged up to 28 October 2024. To check your individual log, you will need your family code, as shown on your St Mark's account statements.

• Parent Commitment Hours Summary
• Parent Commitment Hours Detailed
• Parent Commitment Hours Analysis

Please contact the P&F's Community Participation Coordinator, at parentcommitment@stmarks.wa.edu.au if you have any questions regarding the Program.

Families who may be considering withdrawing their child from St Mark’s at the end of this year are reminded that the School’s Acceptance Agreement states that a full term’s notice in writing must be given to the Principal before the withdrawal of a child from the School. Failure to provide such notice will involve the payment of a full term’s fees.

The Principal may be advised by email at principal@stmarks.wa.edu.au.

The Year 10 Business, Management, and Marketing class at St Mark’s has created two exclusive calendars featuring stunning artwork from our talented Photo and Digital Design students. These calendars are not just beautiful; they represent a collaborative effort that enhances essential 21st-century employability skills.

By purchasing these calendars, you’re not only getting a piece of art but also supporting the growth of our students in areas like digital literacy, creativity, and teamwork. Each calendar showcases the creativity and hard work of our students, making them perfect for your home or office.

Why Buy?

• Unique Designs: Each calendar features original student work, ensuring a one-of-a-kind product.
• Skill Development: Your purchase supports students in developing vital skills for their future careers.
• Community Spirit: Join us in celebrating the talent within the St Mark’s community!

Help us make this project a success while enjoying beautiful art all year round. Get your calendars today and support our students!

CALENDAR DETAILS

• Calendar 1 - St Mark's Seasons Team
  
  • The St Mark's Seasons Calendar uses photos from all four seasons of the year throughout the calendar. It showcases student photography work in each month of the year. It shows all school events and public holidays.
  • Profits from purchasing the Seasons Calendar will be donated to Beyond Blue.
    Beyond Blue is a charity that supports people with mental health issues by providing counsellors or just people to talk to. By buying these calendars, you will be able to help pay counsellors for their work and expand the charity to help more people.
    

• Calendar 2 - St Mark's Timeless Moments Team
  • The St Mark's Timeless Moments Calendar uses photos showcasing the opportunities the students are given at St Mark’s.
  • Profits from purchasing the Nature Calendar will be donated to the Cancer Council.
    Cancer Council is a charity that supports all West Australians affected by cancer. They are passionate about reducing the incidence and impact of cancer and working towards a cancer-free future by funding world-class cancer research, providing services for cancer patients and their carers, educating the community on how to reduce the risk of cancer, and training health professionals.

PURCHASE YOUR CALENDAR HERE

Collection of Purchased Calendars

Please note that purchasers will be notified of collection details once the calendars are printed.

We will release more images of the calendars as they come to hand.

Hillarys Primary School is celebrating our 50-year history and looking forward to an exciting future with our brand new school! To celebrate this milestone, we are pleased to offer families and school community members the opportunity to have your full name, or family name and the years you were at the school engraved on a brick paver. These bricks will be used to create a new paved area near the library and administration buildings. This is a great opportunity for past and present staff and families to leave their mark at the school for many generations to come.

Please join us in ordering a custom personalised brick paver to be a part of our new school!

Please go to the following website to place your order HERE.

A single brick is $40. Each brick has up to three lines (max 16 letters per line including spaces, No Graphic or Emojis).

Once you have placed your order, you will receive the payment details to pay for your brick.

There are two methods to pay:

1. Through Flexischools (please choose the earliest date so we can process your order)

OR

2. Bank transfer to the P & C account (details will be sent to you)

*Please include your order number and family name when you make your purchase*

Once you have paid, please forward your receipt as proof of purchase to the P and C email Hillarys.pandc@gmail.com

These bricks will be installed sometime early in 2025. The students will have a great time going on a brick hunt to find their brick!

Thank you for your continued support of our school!

The P & C from Hillarys Primary School

We are excited to announce that we are currently seeking expressions of interest from stallholders for our upcoming School Fete on Saturday 29 March 2025! This is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses, food trucks, and sporting clubs to showcase their offerings and engage with the community.

Call for Stallholders

We invite:

• Local Businesses: Showcase your products and services to a vibrant audience.
• Food Trucks: Bring your culinary delights and satisfy the appetites of our guests.
• Local Sporting Clubs: Promote your club and engage with potential new members.

Important Details

• Applications Close: 21 February 2025
• Contact Information: For an application form or more details, please reach out to Poppy, our P&F Fete Coordinator, at events.pf@stmarks.wa.edu.au.

This is a wonderful chance to connect with the community, promote your business, and be part of a fun-filled day.

We look forward to hearing from you!