END OF SCHOOL YEAR PRAYER
As we come to the end of this school year, we voice our gratitude for the good things you have done in us, and we praise you for all who have shared in the work of this school. We ask that you bless them in your love and give them refreshment and peace. We praise you, God, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns forever and ever. Amen
The Liwara Newsletter, Volume 20
8th December 2023
In this week's newsletter:
- Principal's Message
- Reports
- Parent Meetings
- 2024 Teaching Staff
and more...
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents and Caregivers
As we approach the end of another incredible year, I want to take a moment to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support, collaboration, and dedication to our school educational journey. It has been an honour and privilege to partner with you in nurturing, guiding and empowering our students to reach new heights.
This year has been a testament to the strength of our community. Despite the busyness of life and some challenges we faced, your resilience and commitment have been truly inspiring. Together we have created a nurturing environment where our students have thrived, learned, and grown not only academically but also personally.
Our achievements this year, both big and small, are a reflection of the collective efforts and passion we all share for the success and well-being of our children. From the exciting activities and milestones achieved in the classroom to the support and encouragement shown in various school events, your involvement has made a significant difference.
I would like to bid a fond farewell to the Year 6 families who are leaving us this year. Your unwavering support, guidance and active participation have been instrumental in shaping not only your child’s journey but also the collective experiences of our school community. Your dedication to their education and well-being has been invaluable, and we are grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us.
As we journey towards the 2024 school year, let us continue to foster a supportive and enriching environment for our students. Let’s encourage curiosity, celebrate diversity, and promote kindness, laying the foundation for their future successes.
I encourage you to take this opportunity to rest, rejuvenate and create lasting memories with your loved ones during the holiday season. May it be a time filled with joy, peace, and cherished moments.
Thank you once again for entrusting us with the privilege of educating and guiding your children. Your partnership remains invaluable, and I eagerly look forward to the accomplishments and adventures that the new year will bring for our school community. Warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season and a fantastic year ahead!
I have attached the 2024 class teacher list below for your information. It is important to keep in mind that this list can be subject to change before the beginning of the school year, in the event of any unexpected staff movements.
REPORTS
Reports will be available via SEQTA Engage today, Friday 8 December, from 3:30pm. If you are new to this portal, please read through the information in the Assistant Principals’ section of this newsletter. Enjoy spending time together with your child reading through their reports and create lasting memories, reflecting on the year that has been!
PARENT MEETINGS
If you would like to meet with your child’s classroom teacher about your child’s report can you please email the teacher directly. Class teachers will be available on Tuesday 12 December to meet with parents as we have professional development on the other days next week.
STAFFING UPDATE
We welcome Ms Natalie Mandry to the Liwara staff team as our new Music Teacher. Natalie comes to our community with a wealth of experience and skills. She is classically trained, receiving her Bachelor with Honours: Classical Performance from the WA Academy of Performing Arts on Euphonium, and a Grad Dip in Music and Instrumental Education! Natalie has taught in both primary and secondary schools, and she has an extensive repertoire of theory and practical resources which she will bring with her to Liwara. Her education approach combines Kodaly, Orff-Schulwerk and Musical Futures. She is an active member of school and community bands and has experience in conducting, concert bands, brass bands, choir, rock bands and small ensembles and preparing multiple groups for many events, including concerts, awards and music nights, WA School Band Festivals, Catholic Performing Arts Festival and National and State Band Championships. We look forward to some exciting times ahead!
PRE KINDY 2024/2025
Our Pre Kindy - 3 Year Old Program, has become extremely popular with families in our wider Greenwood community, with numbers filling up for both days, so if you know of anyone interested in sending their children to the PK program in 2024, once they turn 3 years of age, please ask them to register their interest via the enquires@liwara.wa.au email OR contact Anne on 6224 2000, as soon as possible so they don’t miss out! If your child is eligible for Pre Kindy 2025 please also register your interest NOW as these places are also filling fast.
2024 MEDICAL ACTION PLANS
Your updated 2024 Medical Action Plans are now due. The school requires a copy of the plan prior to your child commencing in 2024. So that we can have the information available for teachers prior to Week 1. We ask that you forward your new plans to the office by Monday, 22 January 2024. We are required to have a new plan every 12 months.
There are the standard plans for Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Allergies etc. If your child does not fall into one of these categories you can download a copy of the schools Medical Action Plan from our website. All plans need to be signed off by your doctor.
If you child requires medication to be taken at school, this includes - Asthma Puffers, ADHD medication, etc which is prescribed by your doctor it needs to be given to the front office in the original packaging which shows the child's name, doctor's name & the dosage.
Medications that are not prescription medicines, require parents to complete a Medication Authority Form which is available from the front office.
If you are unsure of your requirements, please contact the front office on 6224 2000
ENROLMENTS FOR CHILDREN IN KINDY 2024/2025 AND PRE KINDY 2024/2025
We currently have a limited number of vacancies for Kindy 2024, I urge you to contact our Enrolment Officer, as soon as possible, to discuss the enrolment process. I am currently meeting with future and current parents for our 2024 Kindy and Pre Kindy placements. Enrolment information and applications can be downloaded from our school website HERE or a paper copy can be collected from the school office.
If you would like to join a tour, registrations are essential and available via our school website.
Wishing you God's blessing for the coming week.
Mrs Andrea Millar
Principal
FROM THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS
SEMESTER 2 REPORTS
Your child’s End of Year report will be live via SEQTA Engage on Friday the 8 December at 3:30pm.
New Families / Accounts
If you have not previously created a SEQTA Engage account, you should have received an email about your SEQTA Engage account. Please check your 'junk' folder. This email includes a link that is specific to your family and will enable you to log in to SEQTA Engage and see your child’s report once it goes live. If you have not received this email, please email Admin at enquiries@liwara.wa.edu.au.
Current Families / Accounts
Please go to the SEQTA Engage site using the link SEQTA LINK located at the top of this page or click on this link: https://liwara.engage.cewa.edu.au/
- If you have remembered your username but have forgotten your password, please click on the “Forgot your Password’ link and follow the instructions to create a new password.
- If you have forgotten your username you will need to email Admin and provide your name, your child’s name, and your child’s class.
YEAR 6 FAMILIES AND FAMILIES LEAVING LIWARA AT THE END OF 2023
Once a student is withdrawn from Liwara, their SEQTA account is archived which means that you will no longer have access to the system. Please ensure that all reports are downloaded from SEQTA and saved no later than Monday the 11th of December to ensure that you can access them in the future.
MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY NEW YEAR
Wishing all our families a safe, holy and relaxing Christmas break. We look forward to seeing you all in 2024 for another wonderful academic year of learning at Liwara.
Ms Angela Leddin & Mrs Jesseca Francis
Assistant Principals
MAKING JESUS REAL (MJR)
MAKING JESUS REAL
Attitudes are contagious, for example: Winners are Grinners. This value helps remind children to have a positive attitude and try their best in all they do.
UPCOMING EVENTS
IMPORTANT DATES 2024
TERM 1 - 31 January to 28 March 2024
TERM 2 - 15 April to 26 June 2024
TERM 3 - 15 July to 20 September 2024
TERM 4 - 8 October to 6 December 2024
Pupil Free Days & Public Holidays 2024:
- 4 March - Labour Day
- 29 March - Good Friday
- 25 April - Anzac Day
- 3 June - Western Australia Day
- 27 June - Pupil Free Day
- 28 June - Pupil Free Day
- 2 September - Pupil Free Day
- 3 September - Pupil Free Day
- 7 October - Pupil Free Day
LIBRARY NEWS
All students are encouraged to return their borrowed books before school from 8.15am to go into the weekly raffle draw.
Library Days
Tuesday – Years 3 & 4
Wednesday – Years 2, 5 & 6
Thursday – Kindy, Pre-Primary & Year 1
Book Returns
If you have outstanding library books, they can be dropped into the main office.
Library Bags for Sale
The Liwara Craft Group have made Library bags. They are selling them for $10.00 a bag and all profits go towards the craft stall for the School Fair.
If you are interested in purchasing one or more of these beautiful bags, they can be purchased through Trybookings:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/524560
Bring your receipt to the Library and select a bag!
Mrs Clark
CANTEEN NEWS
We had a very busy last week in the canteen. Thank you once again for supporting us throughout the year. We had banana, berry and mango smoothies and watermelon Christmas shapes this week as a special for recess. Have a wonderful safe and happy holiday.
Deb & Adriana
UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop is open Thursdays from 8.15am - 9am for all your uniform needs! Doors will not open outside of these hours.
Please note that students are required to wear their summer uniform for Term 4 2023 & Term 1 2024.
The uniform shop will be open on Monday 29 January from 8.00-10.00am onsite.
If you wish to make an online order between now and when school returns you can do this via click and collect which will take place on 25 January from 9.30-10.30am in the lower carpark via Gate 3.
The main uniform shop in Osborne Park will be closed from the 19 December to 10 January.
JFE Details
Phone: 9204 1701
Email: saes@jfe.net.au
PARENTS & FRIENDS
To read this weeks P & F Newsletter, click here.
Please see our current Try Bookings Form and Reimbursement Form below:
To keep up to date, head to our private Facebook page by clicking here.
ALL SAINTS PARISH
ALL SAINTS GREENWOOD
7 Liwara Place
Greenwood, WA
6024
PARISH PRIEST
Father Elver Delicano
REGULAR MASS TIMES
Monday – Friday 6am & 9am
Saturdays 6pm
Sundays 7:30am, 9:30am & 5:30pm
Anointing every 2nd Saturday of the month
OFFICE OPEN TIMES
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10am - 3pm
CONTACT
m: 0466604754
e: greenwood@perthcatholic.org.au
PERTH ARCHDIOCESE WEBSITE
www.perthcatholic.org.au
PARISH YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS
NEXT YOUTH GROUP
Last week at 24:7 Greenwood we had a great night of games, music and fun. We also had the Liwara School Fair on Friday where, as a youth group, we ran a carnival games stall. We started our night with a game of Octopus before moving onto our second game for the night which was Spoons. To finish off our night, we had some time of prayer using a few different bible passages to help us enter into the time of reflection.
NON-YOUTH GROUP ACTIVITIES
The Youth Group helped out at the Liwara School Fair on Friday November 10th by running the kiddie carnival stall
NEXT YOUTH GROUP
This week's youth group will be a night to test us all and keep us on our toes as we have our end of year quiz night.
COMMUNITY NEWS
SACRED HEART COLLEGE - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST, YEAR 7 2025
Dear Year 4 2023 Parents and Guardians,
Sacred Heart College would like to remind you that Expressions of Interest for their Year 7 2025 cohort are due by end of month December 2023. Expressions of Interest can be submitted through their College website and incurs a non-refundable $85 expression of interest fee on completion. Expression of Interest families will be emailed mid-January 2024 communicating the commencement of the application process and next steps.
For more information, please feel free to contact the Sacred Heart College Registrar on 08 9246 8283 or registrar@sacredheart.wa.edu.au before December 14.
Dental Health Services
Greenwood Dental Therapy Centre
Greenwood Primary School | Merivale Way, Greenwood,Wa,6024
Ph: (08) 92035611 |
The Dental Therapy Centre will be closing from the 15 December until Tuesday 30th Jan 2024 (inclusive)
Our emergency clinics are:
Monday 18th December Landsdale Dental Therapy Centre 93022969
Tuesday 19th December Landsdale Dental Therapy Centre 9302296
Wednesday 20th December Hudson Park Dental Therapy Centre 93424217
Thursday 21st December Hudson Park Dental Therapy Centre 93424217
Friday 22nd December Hudson Park Dental Therapy Centre 93424217
For the remainder of the holidays please contact Mt Henry Dental Clinic on 93130552.
All of our staff wish you all a very happy and safe festive season.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED TO ASSIST THE HOMELESS AND DISADVANTAGED AT GRACE CAFE IN JOONDALUP
The Anglican Grace Chapel in Joondalup and St Vincent De Paul Northern Conferences jointly open a drop-in centre for the homeless and disadvantaged each Monday and Friday at the Grace Chapel. Volunteers offer and serve a heated meal, tea and coffee and hampers of donated food for the guests.
More volunteers are desperately needed. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Peter on 0491 048 207 or email: ryansite@tpg.com.au.
Eye to Eye Photographic Competition
As part of its 40th year celebrations, the Lions Eye Institute is running the Eye to Eye Photographic Competition in Western Australia.
Entries are open 6 December 2023 to 16 January 2024. There are four categories focused on eyes and eye health.
Entries are open to Western Australian residents and there is an Under 18 category called Seeing Through a Child’s Eye, with a $500 cash prize to be won.
If you are looking for a creative opportunity over the school holidays - take your best Western Australian photo of human eyes, animal eyes or show us the world through your eyes.
Competition details and entry information can be found at https://eyetoeye.lei.org.au
ENROLMENTS
We are now accepting Pre Kindy - Year 6 enrolments for 2024, 2025 as well as 2026 & beyond. Please contact the school if you have any questions on 6224 200 or via email: enquiries@liwara.wa.edu.au for more information.