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- Principal Message
- Music Ministry Shines at the Catholic Performing Arts Festival!
- Year 6 Fundraising Initiative Expands!
- Term 4 Commences Tuesday 8th October 2024
- Departure Notification 2024
- 2024 St Simon Peter Music Showcase: Ticket Sales Information
- Grandparents Day Thursday 19 September 2024
- 2024 Tabloid Sports Carnival
- Congratulations To Year 3M & Our Merit Award Winners
- Uniform Shop Updates
- 2025 Uniform Kindy - Year 1
- Final School Tour of the Year!
- Save the Date: St Simon Peter Parish Quiz Night!
- Parent TV - When Is It Okay To Introduce social Media To Our Kids?
As we come to the end of yet another rewarding term, I would like to take a moment to reflect on all the wonderful events and milestones we've celebrated together. It has been a busy few weeks but the energy, dedication within our community has made it all worthwhile.
One of the highlights of this term was the spectacular Frozen musical. Our students shone on stage, displaying their incredible talents and commitment to the performing arts. A special thank you to the staff and volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to bring this production to life.
We also celebrated Book Week with enthusiasm, as students and staff alike donned their favourite costumes and immersed themselves in the world of literature.
Our Father’s Day Cuppa event was a great opportunity for students to show appreciation for the fathers and father figures in their lives. We had a wonderful turnout and sense of community was felt by all.
The Tabloid Carnival was another great success, filled with fun, teamwork, and healthy competition. It was fantastic to see students of all ages participating in the various events, supporting one another, and enjoying the spirit of the day.
Tomorrow we will celebrate Grandparents' Day with a beautiful morning tea and Mass. It is always a lovely occasion honouring the special role grandparents play in the lives of our students.
Finally, we were blessed to witness many of our students receive the First Holy Communion sacrament, a significant and sacred milestone in their faith journey.
None of these wonderful experiences would have been possible without the incredible efforts of our staff, parents, parish and students. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to each one of you for your dedication and hard work. Together, we have built a stronger, more connected community.
As we head into the break, I encourage everyone to take some well-deserved rest and enjoy time with family and friends. I look forward to seeing you all next term which commences on Tuesday 8th October, refreshed and ready for the exciting adventures that lie ahead.
Wishing you all a safe and restful holiday.
Warm regards,
Clodagh Manifold
Principal
SSP is thrilled to announce that our Music Ministry performed at the Catholic Performing Arts Festival Final Showcase and received the prestigious Archbishop Foley Award Shield! The students delivered a joyful and enthusiastic performance that truly captivated the audience.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to Mrs. Oliver and Mrs. Templeton for their dedication in rehearsing with our talented students each week. We also want to extend our gratitude to Gwyn Oliver for her wonderful accompaniment and to Ms. Manifold for her support in supervising during the event.
We appreciate the parents who helped transport our students to and from Newman College, ensuring everyone could take part in this special occasion. It was a memorable experience for all involved, and we are incredibly proud of our talented young musicians!
Congratulations to our Music Ministry for this remarkable achievement!
At SSP, our Year 6 students have been busy kicking off a fantastic fundraising initiative with Containers for Change. We’re thrilled to share that, thanks to everyone’s efforts in bringing in bottles and containers marked with the 10c refund logo, we’ve raised $70! This amount has been donated to the kindergarten classes to support their exciting projects on worm farms and other sustainable practices.
This term, we’re excited to expand the project to include our Year 5 students, aiming to boost our fundraising efforts even further. To make things even more fun, we’re introducing a friendly competition: the class that collects the most containers will win a special prize!
To participate in this great cause, please drop your bottles and cans into the Containers for Change bins located outside the Year 5 and 6 classrooms. Your contributions make a difference, and we appreciate all the support so far.
Thank you for helping us make a positive impact!
Year 6 Sustainability Leaders
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Are you leaving SSP at the end of this year? If you have a child in a class other than Year 6 and you will not be returning to SSP in 2025, you are required to advise the school's Enrolment Officer by no later than Friday 20 September 2024. These details can be emailed to Helen.florschutz@cewa.edu.au.
The school’s policy states any student leaving the school needs to provide a term’s notice in writing, addressed to the Principal. Failure to provide sufficient notice may mean you will be liable to pay fees for Term 1 2025.
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Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and performance at the 2024 St. Simon Peter Music Showcase! This exciting event will feature an array of talented students showcasing their skills in instrumental music, band, choir, musical theatre, music ministry, and dance.
Date: Wednesday, 30th October
Time: 6:15 PM - 8:15 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM)
Tickets: $15 each
Event Highlights:
- Diverse Performances: Enjoy performances by selected instrumental students, as well as members of the band, choir, musical theatre, music ministry, and dance programs.
- Kiosk: Visit our kiosk for refreshments and more.
- Raffle: Don't miss your chance to win exciting prizes! Raffle tickets will be available for purchase throughout the evening.
Get your tickets early and support our talented students as they take the stage! ?
For tickets and more information: SSP Instrumental Showcase 2024
We look forward to seeing you there for a night filled with amazing performances and community spirit!
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SSP Grandparents Day is on Thursday 19 September 2024.
We celebrate our Grandparents with a mass starting at 9am for Year 1 – Year 6 students. Seating will be reserved for grandparents/families in labelled pews towards the back of the church. Students will be seated with their class.
Following mass, grandparents are invited over to the school to visit classrooms and enjoy a morning tea in the hall. The morning tea is for grandparents and parents to enjoy. Adults are asked to bring their own cup for morning tea, if possible.
Students will be eating their normal recess at the break time, but you are welcome to collect your grandchild/ren for them to join you in the hall. Adults are asked to please take children back to their classrooms at the end.
These celebrations will conclude at recess time (10:50am)
St. Simon Peter School hosted their annual Athletics Tabloid Carnival oin Friday 6th Spetember, and what an exciting event it was! A huge congratulations to Prendiville House for clinching the Athletics Shield, just ahead of Salvatorian, Vincent, and MacKillop Houses. Well done to all the students who participated with such enthusiasm and determination in the tabloid games!
At the end of the day, the Athletic Champion medals were awarded to students from years three to six. These medals recognised outstanding performances in events such as Turbo Javelin, Long Jump, Shot Put, 800m, 400m, 200m, and 100m. Congratulations to all the students who achieved Second Runner Up, Runner Up, or Champion in their respective year levels.
A special thank you goes to Mr. Thompson for his invaluable assistance in running the carnival, and to all the staff members who were present. Your support was crucial in making the day a success. Additionally, we are grateful to the parents who volunteered their time and efforts—your help is always deeply appreciated.
Congratulations once again to our medal winners and a heartfelt thank you to everyone involved!
Warm regards
Zac Waddell
Physical Education Teacher
2024 Medal Winners
| Year | Position | Boys | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yr 3 | 2nd Runner Up | Thomas L | Adeline G |
| Runner Up Champion | Oliver U | Oceana O | |
| Champion | Sam F | Eden F | |
| Yr 4 | 2nd Runner Up | William L | Ava F |
| Runner Up Champion | Jasper P | Demi D | |
| Champion | Clayton P | Ella H-P | |
| Yr 5 | 2nd Runner Up | James B | Tia P & Amelia L |
| Runner Up Champion | Hunter F | Avah P | |
| Champion | Oscar C | Mina H | |
| Yr 6 | 2nd Runner Up | Jesse M | Piper V |
| Runner Up Champion | Ethan S | Sophie N | |
| Champion | Logan O | Lucy H-P |
As we approach the end of Term 3, we would like to remind all families that there are only this week left to purchase summer uniforms for Term 4. Please note that the Uniform Shop will be closed during the school holidays, so now is the perfect time to get your uniforms sorted.
Important Uniform Shop Hours for Term 4:
- New Trading Hours on Fridays: 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
- Entrance After 3:00 PM: Please use Gate #5
We encourage you to visit the shop before the end of the term to ensure that you have everything your child needs for the upcoming term. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
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This year, we conducted a survey among current Pre-Primary parents to gather preferences for the Year 1 uniform for 2025. Out of 65 respondents, an impressive 76% expressed a preference for their children to wear the current sport uniform rather than the formal uniform.
In light of these results and in alignment with the school’s new direction for uniforms, starting in 2025, students from Kindy through to Year 1 will be required to wear the school sport uniform.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the survey. We believe this change will support a more comfortable and practical school experience for our younger students.
2025 Uniform Kindy - Year 1
Uniform Changes
Thank you to all the families who took the time to complete the uniform survey. A total of 322 people participated, highlighting how important uniforms are to our community. The results will be released next term.
Any uniform changes will require a phased implementation plan. We anticipate that most adjustments will be completed by the end of 2027, with all students wearing the same uniform by then.
Changes that will commence in 2025:
- Kindy to Year 1 – Compulsory Sport Uniform, including sport socks with enclosed predominately white or black velcro sport shoes.
- Shirts tucked in for Formal Summer and Winter uniforms.
- Student to wear enclosed formal black shoes (Velcro or laces) for both the Summer and Winter uniforms. No sandals are to be worn on the summer uniform. Sneakers are not to be worn with the formal uniforms.
- Girls have the option to wear the boys’ maroon shorts or the maroon pants
- Phase out the Winter pinafore and replace with a plaid skirt or plaid skort and shirt.
- Girls to wear black stockings in the Winter.
- Phase out the maroon rain jacket. (no longer available to be purchased from the Uniform Shop)
- Term 4 phase out summer dress and replace with plaid skirt or plaid skort and shirt.
- Term 4 phase out maroon skort for girls and replace with plaid skirt or plaid skort.
- Term 4 phase in wearing sport socks with the formal uniform
Final School Tour of the Year!
We’re excited to invite you to our last school tour of 2024 at St Simon Peter Catholic Primary School!
Date: Friday 25th October
Time: 9:30 AM
Join us for a warm welcome and a chance to explore our vibrant school community. As places for 2025 are limited, this is a great opportunity to see what makes our school special and secure a spot for your child.
Don’t miss out on this final chance to tour our facilities and meet our dedicated team. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more details or to RSVP, please email our Registrar – Helen.Florschutz@cewa.edu.au
Get ready for a night of fun and friendly competition at the St. Simon Peter Parish Quiz Night! Mark your calendars for Friday 26th October, and join us at the St. Simon Peter School Hall for an evening of trivia, laughter, and community spirit.
Event Details:
- Date: Friday, October 26th
- Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM
- Location: St. Simon Peter School Hall
Whether you're a trivia buff or just looking for a great way to spend the evening, this event is perfect for everyone. Bring your friends, form a team, and test your knowledge while enjoying the company of fellow parishioners.
For more details and to see the event poster, check out the flyer attached. We can’t wait to see you there!
See you at the Quiz Night!
St Simon Peter Parish
This is a common conversation that many parents are having with their tweens. Actually, let me clarify, it’s not a conversation, it’s often a tirade of abuse from your 10-year-old daughter, claiming that her social life will be ruined if she’s excluded from social media.
Below are the instructions about how to sign up:
It is very important that you go to the www.parenttv.com/membership page to sign up with the code: stsimon