Junior School NoticesTERM 3 WEEK 6Year 6 PYP ExhibitionDear valued member of the PLC community, What a wonderful exhibition of learning the Year 6 students shared with parents, friends, and community members on Wednesday evening. ![]() Congratulations to every person involved in this major event in the PYP. Under the Transdisciplinary Theme, Who We Are, the students did a remarkable job in sharing their knowledge, skills, and attitudes and can be very proud of how well they represented themselves and our school. ![]() Year 3 AssemblyLast Friday, the Year 3 class hosted the Junior School Assembly and provided a very entertaining showcase of their learning and understanding of the Learner Profile attributes. ![]() Father's Day BreakfastWhat a wonderful celebration of the special fathers and father figures in our lives this morning at the 2022 Father's Day Breakfast on the Quad. ![]() Indigenous Programme Co-ordinator AppointmentWe are delighted to announce the appointment of Noongar Yorga woman, Michelle Ninyette, as our new Indigenous Programme Co-ordinator commencing Monday. Michelle was highlighted as one of the increasing number of Indigenous women acting as leaders and change agents in their communities. Michelle has four daughters at PLC. Her empathy and passion for Pastoral Care make her well suited for this role and she is very much looking forward to further strengthening our PLC community. Languages WeekWe have all enjoyed celebrating Languages Week in the Junior School. Many took advantage of the occasion to try something on the international menu that was offered out of the Junior School Canteen, a singing competition was held and, on Friday, we will have the opportunity to watch a performance from a Taiko drumming group during the recess break. The PLC Languages Department will host the Junior School Assembly on Friday 9 September which we are greatly looking forward to. Meredith Beer Important Information![]() Year 4 Science FairOur wonderful Year 4 students will be sharing their learning with our community by holding their Science Fair from 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm on Friday 2 September. I am so looking forward to seeing what exciting science concepts have been explored.
![]() Junior School Arts WeekThis extraordinary week will be held in Week 9 (the last week of term) with Grandparents and Special Friends Day on Tuesday 20 September and Arts Day on Thursday 22 September. Last week, a booking form was sent home for Grandparents and Special Friends Day, along with two forms related to the registration of students in Years 3 to 6 for Dance and Drama, as well as music performances on Arts Day. Please have your daughter return her booking forms by Monday 5 September. Year 3 Outdoor EducationOur Year 3 students, Ms Perera, Ms Howes, and Outdoor Education Programme staff will be spending the night sleeping in the Junior School as the first step in the PLC ODE continuum. We hope that you have a great experience, but even more, we hope that you all get some sleep. ![]() JIGSSA Cross CountryAll the very best of luck to the students who are running in the JIGSSA Cross Country Carnival on Tuesday 6 September. We are confident that you will give your event every effort and do us all proud. ![]() Co-curricular Sport RegistrationIf your child would like to register for a Term 4 Co-curricular sport, please click the button below to register your details. A confirmation email will be sent to parents prior to the commencement of the sessions. ![]() Code Camp – School Holiday ProgrammePLC Lighthouse is hosting Code Camp during the second week of the school holidays from Monday 3 – Wednesday 5 October. Code Camp runs a range of programmes for children aged 7 – 12 years, where they can design, code, create and have fun with friends. ![]() Music Scholarship - Years 3 to 6To coincide with the opening of our new music building, we will be offering Music Scholarships for girls entering Years 3 – 6 in 2023. Scholarships are awarded based on musical potential across all instruments, musical excellence, and the current needs within the PLC Music Department. ![]() Instrumental and Vocal Lessons – Term 4Congratulations to all our music students for their hard work and dedication to their music lessons this term. Please note that any cancellations of instrumental and or vocal lessons for Term 4 should be received by the Music Department via music@plc.wa.edu.au by Thursday 15 September, otherwise students will automatically be timetabled for Term 4 lessons and tuition fees applied. If you missed out on music this term, we would love for you to join the PLC Music family in Term 4. ![]() Cooking for a CausePLC families from Years 5 to 6 are invited to sign up for Term 3 Cooking for a Cause. Date: Wednesday 14 September ![]() Call for Open Garden Day VolunteersThe volunteer registration is now open for parent volunteers to be involved with Open Garden Day on Friday 21 October. This wonderful event is one of our major community events, our only PLC Parent fundraiser; it is not possible without the support of our parent community. No special skills are required to help out, just a willingness to get involved, connect with your PLC community and have a great time. For volunteer enquiries please email Michelle at plcogdvolunteers@gmail.com Bakers Still Needed for Open Garden DayWe are also seeking bakers to assist with the baking of cakes, cupcakes, and muffins prior to Open Garden Day. If you can help, please use the link below to sign up. ![]() Scotch College Manure DriveThe Scotch College Pipe Band is once again holding its manure drive offering 70L bags of high-grade, weed-free sheep manure for $18 per bag. Orders close Monday 5 September. ![]() OCA Art Exhibition Raffle Prize WinnersThank you to everyone who purchased tickets for the PLC Old Collegians’ Association Art Exhibition Raffle. First Prize – Siobhan Way Celestine Necklace valued at $2,850
Second Prize – Henri Living Voucher valued at $1,500
Third Prize – Penelope Sadler Designs Voucher valued at $300
Fourth Prize – Urban Fable Scarf valued at $289
Student Achievements![]() Year 6 Netball on FireWell done to our Year 6 Netball team, the ‘PLC Firebirds’ for winning the Pennant for the Year 6 Saturday competition at Mathews Netball Centre. What an amazing team effort. Congratulations! Important DatesGrandparents & Special Friends DayDate: Tuesday 20 September Junior School Arts DayDate: Thursday 22 September Last Day of Term 3Date: Friday 23 September Junior School Bulletin |