Junior School Notices
TERM 4 WEEK 6
Dear valued member of the PLC community,
Another week has simply whizzed by as we prepare for the end of the year while we also look forward to welcoming new families and students to Orientation Day on Friday 18 November.
The last few weeks of term are a busy time as our Pre-Primary students work hard to prepare for their Nativity performance, the Year 6 students their final assembly, and Suzuki Strings their Christmas concert. We are also preparing for the future, with our Orientation Day giving pupils in Kindergarten to Year 5 the opportunity to visit their new classrooms and make connections with those children joining PLC in 2023. It is an interesting juxtaposition for students which can be both exciting and unsettling as familiar routines change as we get ready to close one year, but welcome another.
As there may be disruptions to the normal timetable over the following weeks, our teachers will keep parents informed about any alterations via Seesaw or the PLC App.
Remembrance Day
Last Friday, we commemorated Remembrance Day with a moving whole school service organised by our Junior School students and staff.
It was lovely to see the whole school come together to reflect on and remember those who served and sacrificed in all wars and conflicts.
Meredith Beer
Acting Head of Junior School
Important Information
Health Reminder
We have seen an increase in flu-like symptoms at school and remind families and students to please stay at home if unwell.
We have a supply of RATS for collection from the Uniform Shop during opening hours.
A Reminder of the Definition of Close Contact
A close contact is a household or household-like contact, or intimate partner of a person with COVID-19 who has had contact with them during their infectious period.
The infectious period for a person with COVID-19 is taken from 48 hours before onset of symptoms or 48 hours before the positive test result, if there are no symptoms.
Close contacts don’t need to isolate but to reduce the risk to others it is recommended that you:
- Monitor for COVID-like symptoms and test for COVID-19 if symptoms develop
- Wear a mask when indoors and on public transport, if you must leave the house
- Test for COVID-19 with a rapid antigen test (RAT) before leaving home each day for five days
- Avoid large gatherings and crowded indoor places.
Claire Eaton
After Orientation Day has concluded, the students in Years 4, 5, and 6 will go to the Senior School Auditorium between 2.00 pm and 3.00 pm to listen to a presentation by Claire Eaton.
Claire will be sharing her thoughts and practical strategies around friendships. I know that both the students and parents gained some excellent tips and ideas from her around transitioning to Senior School, so I am sure that this session will be equally as valuable.
Holiday Programme
The next PLC Holiday Programme will run Wednesday 18, Thursday 19, and Friday 20 January from 8.30 am to 12.30 pm at $50 per day.
Some excellent community partnerships will deliver the sessions including Fremantle Football Club and Perth Scorchers (with current players), K2 Dance, Netball WA, Aspire Tennis, Mark Lee Football Club, Hockey (current Olympian), and MBA Sports.
Each day is unique, with students covering four different sports sessions each day.
This is open to female students from Pre-Primary to Year 7 from any school, so book now to secure your spot! And don't forget to tell your friends.
Community Carols
- Date: Sunday 20 November
- Time: 5.00 pm - 6.30 pm
- Venue: Senior School Quad
Pre-purchase a gourmet cheese hamper for the event which will serve two people and contain a selection of three kinds of cheese and accompaniments. Cost $45.
Performing Arts Showcase
The Performing Arts Showcase will focus on a selection of the work Years 7 to 10 students have created in their Dance and Drama classes this semester. These pieces have been created collaboratively under the supervision and training of their Dance and Drama teachers. They would love to share their work with you and hope you will add this date to your diary.
- Date: Thursday 24 November
- Time: 5.30 pm - 7.00 pm
Junior School Booklists
The Year 1 to Year 6 2023 Booklists are now available here.
Please place your order by Monday 26 December to receive complimentary postage and to ensure delivery by Campion before the start of the new academic year.
Instrumental and Vocal Music Lessons 2023
All instrumental and vocal music lessons will conclude on Friday 25 November. Congratulations to all students on their musical development and achievements throughout the year!
Students who wish to continue with their instrumental or vocal tuition in 2023 do not need to re-enrol. Current enrolments will automatically roll over to next year.
Parents are asked to notify the Music Department at music@plc.wa.edu.au by Friday 2 December if they do not wish to continue lessons in 2023 or need to change their current enrolment details.
New music enrolment applications for 2023 are welcome by completing the below form.
PLC Parent Representatives
The PLC Parents Committee are looking for keen and engaged volunteers to take on Parent Representative roles in both the Junior and Senior School. In these roles, you would help as a communicator to families from your year group, liaise with parents, the PLC Parents Committee and the School, assist with year group events, and play a role in the PLC Parents Committee decision-making. You might have a daughter/s or connection across this year group, and are enthusiastic to help foster an active and inclusive parent community!
To register your interest in this role, please email Emily Chee at emilyclare76@yahoo.com.au for Junior School Parent Representative positions and Kathryn Wilson at kathrynwils@gmail.com for Senior School positions.
We encourage all parents from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 to take on one of these valuable roles. Please do not hesitate to contact the Junior School Co-ordinator, Emily Chee, and Senior School Co-ordinator, Kathryn Wilson, should you have any queries or concerns. A list of the 2022 PLC Parents committee members and their contact details can be accessed here.
Give Write – IB CAS Service Project
As part of a student-led initiative between CAS IB students and the Junior School Service Leaders, we invite the PLC community to donate any new or recycled stationery no longer required, through the donation boxes located at View Street, McNeil Street, or Junior School Receptions until Thursday 8 December.
Donations
Your kind donations will be distributed through the charity group Give Write which collects donations of new and pre-loved stationery and recycles, repackages, and redistributes them to children in need so they have the tools to feel engaged and inspired to learn.
Packing Afternoon
In addition, Year 6 to 12 students are invited to assist with a stationery packing afternoon on Wednesday 30 November 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm in the PLC Lighthouse Community Room. Donated items will be sorted, cleaned, and packed by student participants and Service hours can be claimed for this activity. To register, click the button below and return to the Lighthouse Reception as soon as possible. Limit of 40 places.
Junior School Bulletin
Student Achievements
Congratulations, Kate
Kate O’Brien (Year 6) has been accepted into the Gondwana Choirs, which is a prestigious choral programme held in Sydney during the January school holidays.
Congratulations, Kate on this wonderful achievement.
Important Dates
Pre-Primary Nativity
Date: Wednesday 23 November
Time: 9.00 am - 9.30 am
Venue: Heather Barr Memorial Chapel
Performing Arts Showcase
Date: Thursday 24 November
Time: 5.30 pm - 7.00 pm
Tickets: Here
Year 6 Final Assembly
Date: Friday 25 November
Time: 1.30 pm - 3.00 pm
Venue: Junior School Swim & Recreation Centre
Junior School End-of-Year Assembly
Date: Monday 5 December
Time: 6.00 pm - 7.30 pm
Venue: Junior School Swim & Recreation Centre
Junior School Inter-House Swimming Carnival
Date: Wednesday 7 December
Time: 8.00 am - 12.00 pm
Venue: Claremont Aquatic Centre
PLC Holiday Programme
Dates: Wednesday 18 January, Thursday 19 January, and Friday 20 January
Time: 8.30 am - 12.30 pm
Venue: PLC Perth Lighthouse
Book: Here
