NAPLAN
NAPLAN (National Literacy and Numeracy Assessment) is undertaken each year by students in Years 3, 5, 7, and 9. NAPLAN will take place in Week 6 and 7 of Term 1. Please see the schedule below:
Further information for Year 3-7 is available and for Year 9,
Milestone Moments
The term 鈥榤ilestone鈥� seems to have its origin in Ancient Roman society. In building their extensive road system, the Romans placed stones along the way to mark a distance in travel and to give a sense of how far to the next destination. It appears that in the 17th Century, the term milestone came into use to mark a significant moment in life. Two important milestones in the 秀秀直播 journey were celebrated in the past fortnight. The Year 9 The Rite Journey Calling and Departure Ceremony and the Year 12 Ball.
The Rite Journey Calling and Departure
This simple but beautiful event was shared with Year 9 students and their parents and caregivers at City Beach recently. The event is timed for the end of the day, as the sun sets across our beautiful coast and it marks the symbolic departure from childhood to the road of adulthood for our Year 9 students in the Rites of Passage program. In recognising that our students have begun to depart from childhood, we pay respect to, and show gratitude for, the forming moments that childhood have provided; and we do this as family and 秀秀直播 family. As we moved through the Calling and Departure, watching our parents stand behind their children with a hand on their shoulder was a moving experience. It was a symbol and sign of total love and a commitment to gently pushing their daughter or son towards the next stage of life. The number of families who then took the time to sit and chat with their child showed the gift of presence that a parent is to their young one.
Year 12 Ball
The Class of 2026 and staff gathered at Fraser鈥檚 in Kings Park last week for the Ball. Congratulations to all involved! The students certainly enjoyed this time of celebration and connection. They talked and danced the night through, taking the opportunity to capture the moment in Guild and friendship photos. I think they take from the night a cherished moment in their final year of schooling. In this proud milestone moment, I am sure the families of the Year 12 students would have also reminisced about the speed at which it seems life has brought each of them from that little, dependent child to the point of young independent adulthood.
The Season of Swimming
Swim carnivals continued to dominate our sports program in recent weeks, with the Lavalla Swimming Carnival and the NAS Year 7-10 Swim Meet. In the second year of Guild competition, students from Year 3 to 6 gave their all for their Guild. Congratulations to all who competed, the staff for their organisation, the families for their support and our volunteer mums and dads on the barbecue. The NAS meet is the warm-up event for the Division A ACC Carnival in the final week of the term, and we had great competition against Sacred Heart, John XXIII, Chisholm and Servite Colleges.
International Women鈥檚 Day Breakfast
We were delighted to host 180 parent guests and their children at the inaugural 秀秀直播 International Women’s Day Breakfast this morning. Over the past three years, we have made it our aim to grow our celebration and recognition of International Women鈥檚 Day. The breakfast was a new addition in 2026, as well as an organising committee of Year 12 students who worked with key staff to plan and run this event. This year鈥檚 theme is 鈥�Balance the Scales,鈥� and we were treated to guest speakers from three 秀秀直播 families, whose journeys through life, career and sport provided great food for thought in addressing action to support the theme.
Our Year 12 students sold purple ribbons, and proceeds will be directed to Dress for Success, an organisation that supports women advancing in the workplace. If you would like to donate, please follow this link 聽
Thank you to our three guest speakers, 秀秀直播 parents
Congratulations to the IWD Committee on their fabulous work:
A Conversation about Communication
In our opening presentations at parent evenings this year, our leaders and I have touched on the importance of respectful communication in our community. It is an opportune time to revisit the messaging and the 鈥榳hy鈥� behind the message of respectful communication in partnership between home and school.
From time to time, there may be challenges that emerge in a child鈥檚 schooling life that require parent advocacy. We all want the best for each young person in our care. Some of those challenging moments will come with a great deal of emotion and concern, and the College staff are here to address them in partnership with parents.
What I do ask of each parent is what I expect of myself and our staff, that we communicate concern with respect. We all have a right to be heard. As Leaders of Wellbeing, the College Executive and I mentioned in parent sessions earlier in the term, a short, respectful request to be contacted about an issue or concern will always get our time and attention. There will be occasions where parents are aggrieved and play the important advocacy role. What cannot be accepted is communication that does not meet a standard of how grievances or concerns should be made.
I extend my thanks to the great majority of families who approach communicating in email with respect and courtesy as the basis of raising an issue. What concerns me is what we all, unfortunately, experience in modern life 鈥� the communication that does not fit with societal norms and expectations. For us, this commitment to one another is expressed in our .
The why. I hold two important duties of care at once. I have a responsibility not only for the education and safety of children but also, under workplace health and safety legislation, to maintain a safe workplace for staff.
I provide these that can be used to start these very important conversations we necessarily have for the benefit of children and students. Again, I stress that our community, in vast numbers, support respectful and constructive communication, and this piece of information sharing is a topic we are all exposed to in the various community settings in which we live and work.
Mr Andrew Watson
PRINCIPAL
Your Move Initiative
The Your Move Initiative encourages students, where possible, to ride or walk to school. Physical transport promotes a range of benefits for our physical and mental health as well as for the environment.
Recently, as part of this initiative, we were lucky to have WestCycles create a “鈥� Guide.
On Tuesday morning, a group of Year 6 and Year 10 student leaders assisted Sam from WestCycles in painting footsteps around the College to give our community a visual guide of safe walking routes.
Keep up to date with our YourMove Journey
秀秀直播 Parents Forum
The 秀秀直播 Parent Forum (NPF) occurs once a term and is open to all parents/guardians. It is a parent community gathering led by the Principal and Vice Principal, in collaboration with a nominated 秀秀直播 Parent K-12 Executive Committee.
The NPF for Term 1 is scheduled for Monday 16 March at 6.00pm. Parents are invited and encouraged to attend in person in the JHN Learning Hub or via The agenda for the evening is available
Transperth Stirling Station Stand Changes
Please be advised that from Sunday 8 March 2026 there will be changes to Transperth bus services departing Stirling Station, which will impact student journeys.
Information regarding these changes will also be available on the Transperth website shortly .
Mrs Beth Murphy
VICE PRINCIPAL
The past two weeks have been an exciting and productive time in our Primary School, filled with events that highlight the enthusiasm, spirit, and leadership of our students.
Our Years 3鈥�6 Guild Swimming Carnival was an outstanding success. It was wonderful to see so many students confidently participating, giving their best efforts, and showcasing their swimming abilities. The atmosphere around the pool was vibrant, with students who were not swimming cheering enthusiastically for their friends. A special acknowledgment goes to our dedicated Guild Captains, who worked tirelessly throughout the day to keep the energy high and the spirit in the bays alive. Their leadership and encouragement were truly commendable.
In addition to the carnival, several of our Year 6 student leaders took part in the Safe Route to School initiative. As part of this project, the students helped paint colourful footsteps along key pathways leading to the College. These markings will provide a friendly visual guide for students walking or riding to school and will support our ongoing commitment to promoting safe and active travel. For families wishing to encourage cycling, we would like to remind you that the Lavalla Campus has two bike racks available, one located behind the basketball courts near the oval, and the second positioned to the side of the music room.
Last week, our Year 6R class led the first assembly of the year, delivering a thoughtful and inspiring message centred on the importance of celebrating our differences and striving for personal excellence. It was a beautiful reflection on the values we aim to nurture in all our students, and we are very proud of the confidence and maturity the students demonstrated on stage.
This week is Hearing Awareness Week and our TSH (Teach Speak Hear) team have shared some fun activities to promote hearing awareness at 秀秀直播. The team from TSH support children with hearing loss at 秀秀直播 and have a long and supportive connection with our school.
This week in the Early Years classes, Zita Ferriera (Teacher of the Deaf) showed children how different animals hear. The children were fascinated, learning lots of fun facts about hearing.
Did you know these fun facts?
Our sense of hearing is amazing!
To promote good hearing and ear hygiene at home here are some important reminders:
Need a mindful moment at home? Try this fun hearing and mindfulness moment as a family:
Lie on the grass outside or at the park as a family. Close your eyes and listen for a few minutes. Encourage your children to tune into sounds around them in the environment by just using their ears. How many different sounds could they hear? What made the sounds they could hear?
Enjoy the serenity and have a happy Hearing Awareness Week!
State Sporting Achievement
Congratulations to the following student for the state achievement in their sport:
State and National Representation is an honour and an important stepping stone in an athlete鈥檚 journey. We commend these students for their dedication and commitment to their sport. If your child has achieved state or national recognition in their sport or extra-curricular activity, we would love to hear about it so we can celebrate their success. Please let us know the details by filling out this form.
Mrs Laura Christopher
HEAD OF PRIMARY
Year 7 & Year 10 Immunisations
The School-Based Immunisations team will be attending Thursday 12 March for Year 10 students (Meningococcal ACWY Vaccination) and Monday 23 March for Year 7 Students (Diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (dTpa) and Human papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccinations).
Parents have received email communication and will need to complete an online consent form for their child prior to the day. The consent form is available
Y7-12: Marcellin Guild Swimming Carnival
On Thursday 19 February, the 秀秀直播 community descended on the Perth High Performance Centre in Mount Claremont for the annual Marcellin Guild Swimming Carnival 鈥� and what a day it was!
The day got off to an unforgettable start with the inaugural Synchronised Swimming event, led by our Year 12 Class of 2026. It was a brilliant and creative way to open the carnival, drawing cheers and laughter from the crowd and immediately setting the mood for a wonderful day ahead.
The competition that followed showcased the very best of 秀秀直播. Our Year 7s threw themselves into their first Secondary Carnival with great enthusiasm, while older students brought intensity and skill to every race. Guild pride was evident across the entire venue all day long. The standout achievement of the day was the remarkable breaking of 10 records 鈥� a reflection of the hard work and dedication our students bring to their sport.
Congratulations to Marcellin Guild, who claimed the Champion Shield, and to Chisholm Guild, who took home the Spirit Shield.
A huge thank you to our Guild Coordinators, Guild staff, the Physical Education team, and Ms Sara Kononen for delivering such a fantastic event.
Year 9: The Rite Journey 鈥� Calling & Departure Ceremony
On the evenings of Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 February, our Year 9 students gathered with their families at City Beach Oval for a truly special occasion 鈥� the Rite Journey Calling & Departure Ceremony.
The Calling Ceremony invited students to pause and reflect on their childhood 鈥� the people who loved and cared for them, the experiences that shaped them, and the community that raised them. As the sun set over the ocean behind them, students were called to acknowledge all of this with gratitude before beginning to say goodbye to childhood and stepping forward into young adulthood.
The most powerful moment of the evening came during the Departure. After each student received their personal Declaration, parents and loved ones placed a hand on their child’s shoulder 鈥� a gesture of love and support 鈥� before giving them a gentle push forward as a blessing for the journey ahead. Students then stepped forward themselves, reading their Declaration aloud and accepting the challenge of becoming young adults.
It was a deeply moving experience for students and families alike, and a reminder of just how significant this stage of life is.
Our Year 9 students are now on their journey 鈥� supported by their weekly Rite Journey sessions, regular challenges, and the community around them.
Thank you to every parent/caregiver, student and staff member who attended and made this ceremony so meaningful.
Year 12: The Ball
On Wednesday 25 February, our Class of 2026 gathered at the stunning Fraser’s Restaurant, Kings Park, for the Year 12 Ball 鈥� one of the most cherished and momentous occasions in the 秀秀直播 calendar.
The students looked amazing, and the evening was filled with celebration, joy, and hope for the year ahead. Our Year 12s are to be congratulated on the way they conducted themselves throughout the night, reflecting the values of our College with pride.
A heartfelt thank you to Mrs Lara Ognenis, Leader of Wellbeing Year 12, and all of the Year 12 PCG teachers for their tremendous work in organising such a fantastic and memorable event.
State Sporting Achievement
Congratulations to the following student for the state recognition in their sport:
State and National Representation is an honour and an important stepping stone in an athlete鈥檚 journey. We commend these students for their dedication and commitment to their sport. If your child has achieved state or national recognition in their sport or extra-curricular activity, we would love to hear about it so we can celebrate their success. Please let us know the details by filling out this form.
Mrs Anna Scanlan
DEPUTY PRINCIPAL SECONDARY
For students thinking of attending University
New TAFE course for Term 2
North Metro TAFE have offered a TAFE course (1 day per week) commencing in Term 2. This course is Certificate II Sport (Developing Athlete). Eligible students must be currently participating in competitive sport and belong to a club or group in which they are involved in regular interaction with coaches, club staff and volunteers. Please email Mr Farley if interested.
Key dates for TAFE and University applications for 2027
For those students applying for TAFE for 2027, applications will open in September of this year and close in November of this year. You will be advised of this at the time.
For those students applying for University for 2027, early applications (early offers) will open in June and you will have until mid-December to lodge your application. Closer to the time you will be provided with instructions and further information about applying.
Year 12s are welcome to come and collect (and keep) any of the University handbooks that are on the table near my office. These can be very helpful in making your choice.
Alternatives to University
Did you know that University is not the only place you can obtain a degree? There are several alternatives here in Perth:
Applying for Medicine or Dentistry for 2027
All students who wish to enrol in Medicine or Dentistry in 2027 (including Assured Pathway at UWA and Notre Dame) will need to sit the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) this year.
Please see below for some important dates:
You can check鈥�痜or further information, practice tests, and tips to succeed. It is recommended to book a UCAT as early as possible as demand for testing places is high.
UWA
The official handbook for entry to Medicine at UWA can be found鈥�痑nd Dentistry鈥�. Please note that Medicine and Dentistry at UWA are postgraduate courses and require completion of a relevant Bachelor degree prior to entry.
Curtin
Curtin University offers the only direct entry medical program in Western Australia. In 2025, the cutoff ATAR for this course was 93.
In addition to the UCAT, students considering applying for Medicine at Curtin University are also required to sit the鈥疌ASPER Test. Further information about CASPER can be found here:鈥�痑nd here:鈥�
The official handbook for entry to Medicine at Curtin can be found鈥�
University of Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame offers a small number of places in postgraduate Medicine via an assured pathway for school leavers. Information about this option can be found here:鈥�
University information
University scholarships
| Curtin University | |
| Edith Cowan University (ECU) | |
| Murdoch University | |
| Notre Dame University | |
| University of Western Australia (UWA) | |
| Christian Leaders Scholarship |
Gap year information
Students interested in taking a gap year in 2027 might find the following interesting:
UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS
| EVENT | HOSTED BY | DATE | LINK |
| Defence Gap Year Info Session | Defence Force | 11 March | |
| Open Day | ECU Joondalup | 15 March | |
| Course Information Evening | Notre Dame | 17 March | |
| ADFA Information Session | Defence Force | 17 March | |
| Defence IT and Intelligence Session | Defence Force | 19 March | |
| Navy Careers Info Session | Defence Force | 24 March | |
| Open Day | Murdoch University | 28 March | |
| Open Day | Curtin University | 29 March | |
| Army Reserve Info Session | Defence Force | 31 March | |
| Defence Careers | Defence Force | 8 April | |
| Submarine Careers | Defence Force | 22 April | |
| Information Evening | SAE University College | 23 April | |
| Army Reserve Info Session | Defence Force | 28 April | |
| Year 10 Parent Information Evening | ECU Joondalup | 2 June | |
| Year 11 and 12 Information Evening | Murdoch University | 3 June | |
| Engineering Open Evening | ECU Joondalup | 11 June | |
| Year 12 Information Session | ECU | 30 June | |
| Year 12 Application Support Session | Murdoch University | 28 July | |
| Open Day | ECU City Campus | 9 August | |
| Year 12 Information Evening | Murdoch University | 20 October | |
| Open Day | SAE University College | 15 August | |
If you are thinking of attending a University Open Day, this link might help you get the most out of it:
