Links eNewsletter - Term 2 Week 2 Dear valued member of the PLC community, A Message From the DeputyAs we head into the Year 11 and 12 Semester 1 exam period, we tend to see a myopic focus on the big 'Plan A'. A certain exam result, a certain university, a certain course, or a certain profession. However, what we see more and more in this evolving world, is the importance of being adaptable, multi-skilled, and having a Plan B. This brings me to a conversation I was having last week with a colleague of mine, Anna Curry, where she introduced me to a new term - 'multi-hyphenate', which refers to having more than one profession, investing in yourself, and being your own back-up plan.
Being well-rounded doesn’t mean being mediocre. According to Robert Green, author of "Mastery", switching back and forth between different domains unlocks creativity and new discoveries. Being a multi-hyphenate doesn’t mean being a scatterbrain or being average across a range of fields, it means maximising yourself as an individual by exploring and developing a wide range of skills and pursuits. Being more multi-hyphenated can also be better for our wellbeing and core sense of self. If your entire identity and personal value is wrapped up in a single skill or activity, you may be setting yourself up for a crisis. Having a Plan B doesn’t devalue or compromise your Plan A, and the modern economy is increasingly driving a trend towards multiple careers. So I would encourage our senior students to spend a bit of time exploring some other interests and thinking about a Plan B, C, and even D. - Chris Robinson – Deputy Principal Our Resilient StudentsWe seem to have become accustomed to our present, ever-evolving situation. From my observations around the School, I know that our students have not skipped a beat. They have demonstrated the latent resilience that children will often hold. Our adult lives may be thrown into various levels of disruption, however, our children’s lives are simpler, as they should be, and they rely on the adults in their lives for security and stability. From what I see around the school and in the classes, our girls are receiving what they require from the adults in their lives. I know from the media and speaking with friends around the world, our lives are exceptionally good. I know Heads of schools who have had no students on campus for a year, let alone the other devastating effects COVID-19 has wrought. For me, times like this are the time to reflect on the gratitude we should hold for what we have, not for what we may have lost or missed. The lesson of perspective for all of us is sobering and should turbo-charge the gratitude we all feel. If there are further restrictions, we will catch up on any postponed events, as soon as possible. On Wednesday at 8.45 am, we are due to hold the Parents As Learners Session (PALS), 'Developing Resilient Children'. This workshop will be conducted by our Lead Psychologist, Daleen Engelbrecht. - Richard Wright – Head of Junior School Parents as Learners Session – Developing Resilient Children
Chapel Years 3 to 6
Junior School Assembly
Mothers' Day Breakfast
Students Taking it in Their StrideIt has been business as usual in the Senior School following the lockdown over the long weekend. We have been impressed with how well our Senior School students have adapted to wearing masks at school this week and the way that they have put an emphasis on maintaining good hygiene. Under the current guidelines, parents are still able to attend the School and we ask that you sign in using the SafeWA app and utilise the hand sanitiser located at each reception area. Inter-house Cross Country CarnivalLast Friday, the Inter-house Cross Country Carnival was held at the City Beach Ovals. Congratulations to all the staff and students involved. It was the perfect weather for the event and even the news of the impending lockdown couldn’t dampen the spirit for the event. Above: Mr Craze McNeil House Advisor It was great to see the students who weren’t able to compete helping out on the day. It was also fantastic to see some of our staff join the girls and compete in the races too – particularly Mr Craze who ran the course twice with two different year groups! A special congratulations to Ferguson House for their winning performance. Click the button above for all the photos of the day. Mobile Phone UseDuring the school day, we would love to see the students interacting with each other, rather than using their mobile phones. Our policy states that for students in Years 7 to 10, mobile phones must only be used by students before or after school and that during the school day they are turned off and locked in the student’s locker. Students in Year 11 and 12 may carry their mobile phones with them during the school day and are able to use their phones in class for educational purposes with teacher permission. Year 12 students may use their mobile phones strictly in the Common Room at all times. Students who use their phones inappropriately may have their phone confiscated and parents/guardians will be asked to collect the phone from the relevant reception area. In the case of our boarders, the Boarding House will be contacted. We appreciate your help in making sure that your daughter is using her phone correctly. A link to our policy can be found here. - Miss Rebecca Watts, Head of Senior School Mothers' Day Breakfast
OCA Art Exhibition
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What Happened This Week in the Boarding HouseLast weekend the Boarding House was able to lockdown with 68 of our lovely students in residence. Our main goals for the weekend were to keep the students safe, entertained, and to ensure the older girls had the ability to study for their upcoming exams. Luckily, we were able to make use of the whole school grounds as our extended home. A highlight of the weekend was our driveway dawn service on ANZAC Day where we lit candles and listened to The Last Post, reflecting on our fallen soldiers together. We also filled our weekend with lots of exercise and fun, including an energetic Dance Party where students from each year group performed a dance, with the Year 12s winning the event. They then continued to dance into the night in the Boarders' Sitting Room. The Year 7, 8, and 9 students all competed well in bench ball in the Hugh Baird Sports Centre, while all girls got a good workout in the Lighthouse or went for a swim. Many then enjoyed their one-hour exercise leave at the river with their friends or taking Pepper, the dog, for walks. Although there was definitely some procrastination with study, as students preferred to play 'Just Dance' on the Wii, the Year 11 and 12 students were able to study in the Library each afternoon, or in their rooms throughout the morning. Other students began some cooking pursuits, making delicious dumplings from scratch as well as cakes and ANZAC biscuits. The craft workshops were also a hit with girls making cards, Fimo ornaments and bath salts. Overall, it was a fabulous weekend with students making the most of every opportunity. We are so thankful to have been able to stay open for our PLC families and have welcomed all students back into the Boarding House this week. To see some photos of the weekend, please click on the gallery link above. - Susie Edwards, Director of Boarding Bindaring Collection for Red CrossTomorrow is the last day PLC families can drop off clothing for the Australian Red Cross Bindaring Clothing Sale. Collection boxes are placed at View Stree, McNeil Street and Junior School Receptions. The Australian Red Cross are seeking the following items for their Bindaring Sale to be held at the Claremont Showgrounds on Sunday 16 May:
- Chonny James - Director of Wellbeing All PLC mothers/female caregivers are invited to attend the PLC Mothers' Day Breakfast.
OCA Art Exhibition 2021 - Friday 21 May to Sunday 23 MayOne of the most exciting events on the PLC OCA calendar is approaching. Well-known artists including Archibald Packing Room Prize winner Tessa MacKay, Leon Pericles, Louise Farnay, Alice Ford, Jacinda Bayne, Genevieve Montgomery, Aurelie Yeo will join 75 established and emerging artists from the PLC community at this year’s OCA Art Exhibition! Opening Night Cocktail Party
Please join us at the Opening Night Cocktail Party for a fantastic evening of Flametree wines, beer, canapes, entertainment, and a chance to preview and purchase the artworks. Tickets for Opening Night are available for $45, or at the door on the night for $50. Weekend Exhibition
The Exhibition continues throughout the weekend with entry by raffle ticket purchase or gold coin donation. There will be the OCA Café on site all weekend so bring yourself, family, and friends along for a delicious morning tea or afternoon tea and admire the beautiful artworks. Foundation Scholarship Now OpenDue to the generous support of the PLC community, the PLC Foundation is delighted to announce that the 2022 PLC Foundation Scholarship applications are now open. Each year, the PLC Foundation offers a scholarship to a student who would otherwise be unable to attend PLC due to their family’s financial circumstances. This scholarship is offered to students commencing in Year 7 and provides 100% tuition fees from Year 7 to Year 12. Applicants must provide a sound academic record, a commitment to community service, and participation in Co-curricular activities. If you know of a worthy candidate, application details and forms are available here. For further information on this scholarship or the Foundation, please contact Suzanne Pelczar at foundation@plc.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9460 6534. Mothers’ Day Breakfast
Term 2 PLC Parents Meeting
OCA Art Exhibition
Amendment for 'Silver for Our Hockey Stars' ArticleApologies to Ruby Bell (Year 8) who was omitted from last week's hockey article. Ruby is the youngest member of this selected State Team. Congratulations to all three girls (Ruby, Jaz, and Alex) on their achievements. |