Junior School Notices
TERM 1 WEEK 1
From the Head of Junior School
Dear valued member of the PLC community,
Junior School Sausage Sizzle and Parent Information Evening
At PLC, we are committed to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students and want to ensure that parents are kept informed and involved.
On Tuesday evening, it was our pleasure to host an informal sausage sizzle, enjoying the opportunity to gather as a community. Personally, this was a time for me to meet many new and existing families. Following our light dinner, parents attended informative sessions with each of their daughters’ teachers outlining the year ahead. We understand and value our partnerships with parents. We look forward to working alongside parents to optimise your daughter’s education here at PLC. For those parents who were unable to attend the evening, please contact your daughter’s teacher directly for the communication slides.
Year Level Parent Meetings
During Weeks 1 and 2, Principal, Cate Begbie, and I have been conducting year level meetings to discuss relevant Junior School information and seek feedback. At these meetings we have discussed the recruitment of the Head of Junior School, the Strategic direction of the College, co-curricular opportunities, canteen menus, Physical Education lessons, and school communication. I am so pleased to report that these meetings have been well attended and we have noted your suggestions and feedback provided. We will be running these meetings each semester, but we encourage parents to provide ideas and ongoing feedback so we can continue to deliver a comprehensive learning programme and a joyful Junior School environment for all our students.
Years 1 – 6 Term 1 Swimming Programme
Swimming for each class commenced on Wednesday during the girls’ normal PE lesson. Co-curricular swimming also commenced this week for our Years 3 – 6 students. The girls are really enjoying being in the pool during this warm time of the year.
Year 6 Leadership - Announcing our New Leaders for 2023
Over the past week, the Year 6 students have been participating in the election process for the Semester 1 2023 Student Leaders. The students were asked to nominate themselves (with their parent's approval) followed by a short speech to their Year 6 peers, participate in the voting process, and, lastly, take part in an interview. All the students are to be complimented on the responsible manner in which they have shown respect and support for each other, as well as for the confidence that they have displayed whilst going through the different stages. The Student Leaders for Semester 1 2023 will be announced to the rest of the Junior School at the Year 6 Leaders Assembly on Friday 10 February at 8.45 am in the Swim and Recreation Centre (SRC). During this assembly, the Year 6 cohort will be presented with their Year 6 pin and the new Semester 1 Leaders will be presented with their Leader’s Badges. You are warmly invited to attend.
River and Beach Nature Play Programme
At the conclusion of a very busy first week, our Years 1 and 2 students enjoyed an action-packed afternoon down at the river as they participated in their first session of River/Beach Nature Play Programme.
This exciting new initiative was such a hit with our girls as they explored and interacted in nature.
They are certainly looking forward to the next River/Beach School Day on Friday 17 February and will be joined by the Scotch College Years 1 and 2 boys.
Mrs Geraldine Drabble
Head of Junior School
Junior School Bulletin
Important Information
PLC Parents Welcome Sundowner
- Date: Friday 17 February
- Time: 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm
- Venue: PLC Senior School Quad
- Tickets: $40
- RSVP: By Thursday 9 February
Photo Day
Please save the date for our Junior School Photo Day – Thursday 20 February. The schedule can be found by clicking the button below.
The uniform for the day is the formal summer uniform (no ties, blazers, or panamas required) see the Junior School Handbook for details.
Co-curricular Term 1
There are still some availabilities for co-curricular activities. Click the below button to find out more.
Year 11 Curriculum Play
The Year 11 ATAR Drama students are thrilled to invite the Junior School to attend the Year 11 Curriculum Play for 2023, Impending Everyone.
- Date: Tuesday 28 February – Wednesday 1 March
- Time: 7.00 pm - 8.30 pm
- Venue: Hazel Day Drama Centre
- Cost: $15 per ticket
Sleepout for Homelessness
On Friday 24 February, our IB CAS students are hosting a sleepout for Homelessness, supporting the work of Uniting WA.
Choose a level of discomfort, sleep out with friends or by yourself and raise some money to support vulnerable people in our community.
Please register your involvement by downloading the permission slip below. Please return this slip to Lighthouse Reception by Tuesday 21 February 2023.
Important Dates
Years 1 – 6 Swimming Programme
Date: Week 2 – 10
Time: During normal PE lesson times
Venue: PLC Swimming Pool
Junior School Assembly –Year 6 Leadership positions for Semester 1 Announced
Date: Friday 10 February
Time: 8.40 am
Venue: Junior School Sport and Recreation Centre
We welcome parents to attend this event.
Junior School NAPLAN Practice Test – Years 3 and 5
Date: Thursday 16 February
Time: 8.45 am
Venue: Junior School classrooms
Photo Day
Date: Monday 20 February
Time: From 8.00 am
Venue: Junior School Sport and Recreation Centre
Junior School Assembly
Date: Friday 24 February
Time: 8.40 am
Venue: Junior School Sport and Recreation Centre
Photo Catch-Up Day
Date: Tuesday 14 March
Time: From 7.30 am
Venue: Junior School Sport and Recreation Centre
PLC Parents Term 1 Meeting – Save the Date
Date: Tuesday 14 March
Time: 6.00 pm
Years 1 and 2 River/Beach Nature Play Programme – Term 1 Dates
Venue: Mrs Herbert’s Park
– Claremont River
Time: 12.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Dates: 17 February, 17 March, 31 March
