17 March 2016

Editor: Jenny LeSouef
Technology: Alex Mellor

Newsletter Articles

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

We are gathering our data in preparation for the Independent Public School Review Team who will be visiting us mid-year. As the documentation comes together it is very satisfying to see not only our outstanding successes, but also the thought and preparation by both teaching and support staff which enables these achievements. The backing of the parent representatives on the School Board as is also remarkable. Thanks to all involved in making this school great for our students.

The school ball and dress up day was as usual a great success. What a handsome and well behaved group our students are. Their sense of social responsibility was also exhibited in their generous donations to the needy in our community which is part of the dress up fiesta. Photos of both events from February 26 are shown further in this newsletter.

Our parent/teacher interviews for Years 7, 11 and 12 were on March 15. We took the opportunity to deliver staff professional learning on the morning of that day. This meant that students did not attend school at all on that day. Hopefully, parents who wish to discuss their child’s progress made appointments through PTO with the relevant staff. We had 2643 bookings from 1102 parents.

Our School Board AGM is on March 21 where we will welcome new staff and parent representatives. The relationship between Board and school is positive and fruitful and we look forward to another year of harmonious working together for our students. We have had a meeting with bankwest who are keen to sponsor activities and events in the school. Many thanks to Ruth Barratt and former student Chris Lord from bankwest for this initiative.

We have held a series of swimming carnivals organised by our Physical Education staff. Both students and staff reported that they were a great success for both serious and fun swimmers. Many thanks to all involved.

Applications for our 2017 Basketball Specialist, and extension Art and Computer programs are now live on our web. Application is electronic.

I will be taking leave after Easter for two weeks and Associate Principal, Colin Marshall, will be acting in my position. Colin and I work closely on all aspects of school operations and his transition to this role will be seamless.

Chris Booth

HEAD BOY AND GIRL REPORT

It’s been an eventful start to the year, to say the least. The process of adjusting to another year level is something that our year group has grown accustomed to. However, it seems that even in our last year of school, going to our new classes and receiving our Year 12 course outlines, a lot of us felt as overawed as the Year 7s on their first day.

Half a term has already gone by and we seem to have already experienced a full year. We started off, as always, with the Senior School Investiture, a ceremony celebrating the achievement of the 2015 Leavers and the swearing in of Year 11 and 12 Councillors. Ishaa Sandhu from the class of 2011 delivered an inspirational speech. We both received our badges, and gave our first speech to kick off the school year.

Two weeks later, we had our ball, which was without doubt a resounding success. Keeping with Willetton’s tradition, on the morning of the ball everyone came to school dressed up as various characters including, objects, political figures and buildings. The dress up was a fantastic experience. We had seen so many of the famous Willetton costume parades and it was extraordinary to actually take part for once.

After a very long wait, night of the Year 12 ball finally arrived. It is a night that marks our transition into adulthood; where we all can wear fantastic suits and dresses, ride in a limo, eat overpriced food and generally have a good time. All this before the daunting pressure of Year 12 really kicks in! We had a great night. Thanks to all the teachers who came to see us arrive and clap us into the ballroom.

As for the other year groups, we hope you have adjusted to the new year. Best of luck to the Year 11s for senior school. The pressure can be tricky, but the time passes by quickly. We wish the Year 7s good luck with their entire high school journey, and hope they enjoy their first year of high school.

Along with the Year 12 Council, as Head Boy and Girl we will be overseeing a Councillor’s Forum. All Councillors from each cohort, including representatives from Year 7 will represent their year group in a combined effort to produce ideas for short and long-term changes to improve school and student life. The Forum meets for the first time in week 8. We hope it will become an ongoing tradition. Students are encouraged to speak with councillors from their year group if they have suggestions or issues they feel should be raised at the Forum.

James Dow and Carly Stokes

GENERAL REPORTS

MIKE NAHAN VISITS

We were happy to see our local member Mike Nahan who paid a brief, informal visit on March 4.

He spoke to Principal, Chris Booth and then at morning recess addressed the staff.

Mike congratulated all for a smooth start to the year as well as the positive reputation our school holds in the community.

Minister Mike Nahan talking to teachers

CURTIN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS

Congratulations to the following students from 2015 who were awarded Curtin University Scholarships at a recent ceremony.

WILLETTON’S HIGHEST ACHIEVERS

On Wednesday February 17, out two highest achieving 2015 Year 12 students were recognised at the School Curriculum and Standards Authority awards ceremony held at Government House Ballroom. The ceremony celebrates the highest achieving students in the state.

Ryan Sam won a General Exhibition, a Certificate of Commendation and Certificates of Distinction in both Mathematics and Physics.

Jacob Baron won a General Exhibition, a Certificate of Commendation and a Certificate of distinction in Mathematics.

We are proud both of these students and the achievements of all Year 12 students who gave of their best in 2015.

A General Exhibition is awarded to the top 41 eligible students with the highest WACE award scores based on the average of five scaled scores with at least two from each of the humanities/social sciences list and the mathematics/science list.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S INTERNATIONAL AWARD

Over 100 participants in Years 9 – 12 are pursuing a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award. Any student aged 14 or over can sign up to be part of the program. Self-management is a large part of the Award and students are expected to be proactive in seeking support as required, to manage all aspects. This includes choosing activities, setting up and managing their online account and making sure they are signed off by assessors when they finish sections. Help for the Award and Award applications are available in Student Services or students can speak to their Year Coordinator.

Students are required to complete sections in volunteering, sport and recreation, skill development and an adventurous journey. At Willetton there are exciting opportunities on the horizon for students needing to complete an Adventurous Journey.

Bronze Camp, Dates TBA (October), 2016.
Destination: Margaret River
Activities: Bush camping, cooking, short hikes, caving.
Maximum 18 participants.

Silver Camp, Dates TBA (October), 2016.
Destination: Dwellingup or South West
Activities: Extended hike with backpack, camp cooking, orienteering.
Maximum 18 participants.

Gold Expedition, November/December 2016 (3 weeks)
Destination: Vietnam
Year 11 and 12 students
Activities: Adventurous Journey – trek, residential Project – community project and cultural exploration

Preparing for the Vietnam Expedition

Students interested in finding out more about starting an Award should speak to their Year Coordinator or me in Student Services.

Judy Gauci: School Coordinator
Judy.Gauci@education.wa.edu.au

INTERACT CLUB NEWS

The Interact Club which comes under the umbrella of Rotary International is a community based club, strongly supported by the Rotary Club of Willetton. The Interact Club has had a wonderful start this year. Over 40 students have joined us in our venture of helping those in need. We look forward to assisting at the Willetton Rotary Fair on April 3, as well as running the Easter raffle and having a range of stalls over Multicultural Week at the end of this term.

We would love to see more students and even parents getting involved with Interact Club so do feel welcome to join us. We meet at LANG6 every Tuesday at lunchtime.

Dayaanita Prabhahar & Rebecca Wong:
Club President & Vice President

Seated L-R Rebecca Wong, Dayaanita Prabhahar, Ling Huay Wong.
Standing L-R Jennifer John Britto, Luke How Son, Hannah Page, Aarthi Srikanth, Jae Brieffies
Absent Jack Killoh

OUR PIPE BAND

The Willetton SHS Pipe and Drums Band was formed in 2011. We are enjoying creating history by becoming the only public school in Western Australia that has its own Pipe Band. We welcome newcomers David and Mathilda to our band and look forward to helping them learn the art of playing bagpipes.

Judy Gauci: Pipe Band Major

Our Pipe Band in regalia

CURTIN UNIVERSITY AUTUMN PROGRAM

Applications are open to students in Year 11 and 12 to participate in a five day Autumn program organised by Curtin's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). This program aims to provide students with an opportunity to discover the benefits and scope of a career in engineering with a combination of hands-on engineering lab activities, site visits and guest speakers. The program will take place at Curtin University's Bentley campus 18 – 22 April 2016.

Please see Ms Warner-Gillon in Student Services for more details.

To register -

Student Exchange

WILLETTON ROTARY FAIR

The 2016 Community Fair is the biggest on record! Please bring your whole family to enjoy a whole host of entertainments. We have the tallest climbing tower in the southern hemisphere, bungee-jumps, trampolines, Cobra Car Club, Scitec, Succulent Society, Girl Guides, Cardboard City, International Foods, Kanyana Wildlife Rescue, Cuddley Animal Farm, Over 200 markets stalls with everything from art, handicrafts, fine furniture, garden decor, home decor, hand made clothing, clothing accessories, henna tattoos, second hand clothing, water features, Rainbow train, pot plants, secondhand hand books and more.......

Bring your family, bring your friends and bring your neighbours!

Oh AND.......for the first 50 people to climb the tower, a FREE SOCCER BALL!

GIFTED AND TALENTED

Congratulations to our 2015 graduating students in the Gifted & Talented Program. An impressive one in six of our students achieved an ATAR of 99 or above. We were also pleased to see two General Exhibitions (in the top 40 students in the state), Ryan Sam who is studying at Melbourne University and Jacob Barron enrolled at UWA. Congratulations to Jasmine Sidhu who is off to Oxford.

On Saturday March 12 we hosted the testing for the 2017 intake. In total 3300 students were tested over 11 sites. We again have over 1000 applications for 56 places in the Year 7 program here.

We have also had an evening for parents and students, focusing on study skills and computer game addiction. We encourage all parents to have a conversation about the appropriate use of computers and how much time students are spending on computer gaming. Students should not access games on their school laptops.

Congratulations to Alex Lugovskoy who won a Bronze medal in the Australian Mathematics Olympiad.

We also had teams who performed admirably in the state Have Sum Fun mathematics competition.

Darren Hamley: GT Coordinator

GT SCIENCE

YEAR 7 GT SCIENCE - THE ULTIMATE DRY ICE EXPERIMENTS

As a part of their extension lessons, the Year 7 GT students conducted a number of experiments with dry ice. Dry Ice is frozen carbon dioxide – an extremely cold substance that should not be touched with bare hands. It is given the name dry Ice because it changes directly from solid to gas without passing through its liquid state – through a process called sublimation.

In a series of experiments, the students observed the differences between normal Ice and dry Ice. In appearance, the normal ice is translucent in contrast to the white opaque dry ice. The normal ice is made from water, and changes from solid to liquid – a process called melting before evaporating into gas. Dry ice turns straight into the gas state.

The students also observed floating bubbles on the carbon dioxide that was being released by the ice. They also witnessed the force of carbon dioxide gas, when it popped off the lid of a steel can. The students were also mesmerized seeing carbon dioxide trapped as a misty cloud inside a bubble.

They also encountered some weird things in their experiments. For example, when they put carbon dioxide inside the soap bubbles, the bubbles instead of going up went straight down. They pondered over it very hard until they finally reached a conclusion that this was because carbon dioxide was denser than air, hence it moved downward.

Finally, the students were enthralled with conducting a reverse experiment, wherein they placed 3-4 Dry Ice cubes in a glass bowl. When they saw the misty carbon dioxide gas, they blew soap bubbles on to it. This time, seeing those bubbles float over the misty gas was a mystical event but it did not last for very long as the bubble eventually floated on to the side of the disk and in doing so popped. The students then tried to figure out the reasons for the bubbles floating this time. By comparing their results with their previous experiments, they concluded that the bubbles in this experiment contained air which was lighter than carbon dioxide – and hence explained the floating nature of these bubbles.

Overall the students enjoyed the experiements. They learnt lots of new things like what dry ice is made of, what air contains and the differences between normal ice and dry ice. In fact they liked Dry Ice so much that they asked where to buy it!

Mihir Pareek: Science Teacher

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

SENIOR BOYS CRICKET 2016

In the Greame Wood Shield, we were placed in the South West Division which consisted of five school teams. This year, any adjoining pools where both have five teams play a crossover game. In this way it ensures that all teams get three games. We were unlucky enough to be given Kent Street Senior High School which is a cricket academy as our first game.

Game 1 vs Kent Street Senior High School

Willetton won the toss and sent Kent Street in to bat first. Our opening bowlers, Munya and Angad restricted their openers to some low scores. In fact, they only scored a combined total of 13 runs off 31 balls. Where the damage came from was their 4th and 5th batsmen who scored 65 runs of 56 balls between them. Again our wides were damaging on our total, losing 13 runs over the 20 overs. All in all, they made 107 runs in the 20 overs.

Apart from losing our opening batsman for a three ball duck, our batsmen did very well against a sustained and consistent bowling display. Kent Street’s best bowlers were last in to bat, and hence rested for the first spell to give them time to recover. Our run rate consequently went from very high to below the amount needed to chase the total. It came down to the final over where we needed 12 to win. After a good batting over, it then came down to the last ball of the over. We needed three to win, but could not do better than a single which meant that after four hours of play, we lost by one run. A gutting end to a well fought game.

Game 2 vs CBC Fremantle

CBC won the whole competition last year so it was two tough games in a row for us in our opening matches. This was made harder due to us losing our two openers for ducks in the first two overs. Solid batting displays by Munya, Brereton, Shriram and Angat saw us make a respectable 88 despite not scoring a single 4 or 6 on a very slow outfield.

The two openers for CBC went on to reach 87 runs before losing a wicket. With Brereton’s next ball, the batsmen went for glory and was caught for a golden duck in the 19th over. The next batsmen then hit a two off the next ball giving then the win with an over spare.

Shriram facing

Game 3 vs Lakelands

There was no way that we could make it out of the pool stages as CBC won all their games and Emmanuel had won the first two against easier opponents. Due to this being a dead rubber against a weaker team, we agreed to Lakelands request for them to bat first. It was a good opportunity to put on some of our weaker bowlers and slow the pace down against the younger players. Druv in Year 10 bowled well with figures of 3 wickets for 6 runs off two overs. All in all Lakeland made 34 runs.

Our two openers of Hudson and Ben Martini were given until they reached the total before being retired. Each batting pair thereafter were given two overs per pair before also being retired. At the end of the 12 overs we scored 96 runs and promptly retired our last two batsmen.

Senior Cricket Team 2016

Well done to all our players this year. In particular huge thanks goes to our Year 12 team members who have finished with cricket at Willetton SHS this year. Hudson Bliss was in the team for three years while Tom, Angat and Shriram have all been two year veterans. Well done!

E. Pretorius: HPE Teacher

LANGUAGES

YEAR 12 LANGUAGES STUDENTS INSPIRE AND MENTOR YEAR 11 STUDENTS

Recently, Year 12 students who were successful in Languages courses last year, made a presentation to this year’s Year 11 students of French, Italian and Japanese. The Year 12s gave tips for success in listening, speaking, reading and writing and motivated the younger students to do their very best this year.

Special thanks to Year 12s Anelle Angus, Hilda Chan, Libby Charlton, Raemon Lim, Charles Roenddfeldt and Simran Vijayakumar for their presentations.

Nathan Harvey: Head of Languages

FRENCH CLUB WITH EDITH

Dear all,

As the French language assistant of the school, I will be running the French club this term every Tuesday after school from 3 to 4pm.

It is open to all students studying French.

This term we will have a karaoke session, a treasure hunt for Easter and we will watch a French movie!

So far, we have been doing some games and we made delicious crêpes while listening to francophone songs.

In the next terms I am planning on running a drama session in French and also make a video clip for a song in French we will choose together.

Of course, all ideas are welcome!

Come along to have fun with us and make many games to practice your French!

À bientôt!

Edith Moreau: Language Assistant

Timetable for Cultural club activities during Term 1

ITALIAN CLUB

On February 9 the Italian Club started at the Willetton Senior High School. The purpose of this activity is to let our students spend a fun hour and to increase their Italian skills.

The activities done so far have been: karaoke, memory and Italian cooking. In particular, the cooking hour has attracted more than 20 students, who helped us to prepare the Italian vanilla pudding (il budino alla vaniglia). Once the pudding was ready, we enjoyed eating it together.

As many students took part into the cooking lesson, we will be trying out other Italian tasty dishes.

Vi aspettiamo numerosi!

Rachele and Davide: Language Assistants

ITALIAN EXCHANGE

The best way to describe what I did for my summer holidays after Year 10 is that I spent two months living life in another country. That country was Italy and I was on exchange in the province of Cremona living in small town, Castelverde, for two months. I doubt there is anything I could have done to prepare me for such an adventure of learning, enjoyment and meeting people. I remember clearly the first time I met my family and from that point the struggle to communicate for the first two weeks. I learnt a lot about myself throughout the whole two months, which became one of my most treasured memories and experiences.

I loved every day of my exchange from the very start. Experiencing a different culture, learning a language and meeting new people who are now some of my close friends. While I was away, I experienced everyday life from school to going to the piazza and catching up with friends. I received a taste of Italian culture. Not only did I live day to day life I also got to do some tourist things. I visited Milan, Verona, Brescia and even went on a ski trip in the Swiss Alps for a week where I managed to receive a very minor wrist fracture as a souvenir. That didn’t dampen the experience at all. The first day I saw snow was unforgettable and I was transformed into a little kid again, it was truly amazing. I made friends that I have and will continue to stay in contact with. Not only do I now have many Italian friends I have an Italian home. A home away from home! That is an amazing thing to take away from the experience. Oh, I almost forgot, I can now have a conversation in Italian.

Before going on exchange I was studying Italian at school and did all right during class and assessments. I did not prepare myself specifically for the exchange and only had what I had learnt at school to help me navigate through a foreign country. I managed and it of course it got easier as time went on. My point is that anyone can go on exchange if they are willing to be challenged and be in situations that they are not used to. The language is only part of the experience. There is so much more. So I highly recommend going on exchange, you will learn a lot, about the world, yourself and even perhaps manage to learn some language in the process.

Thomas McDonald: Year 11

LIBRARY ILLUMINATIONS

Wailing came from all quarters in answer to my request: But which one will I choose? I can’t possibly decide. Mine is at home. Can I show my favourite from Grade One? It’s still my all-time favourite.

Our Principal, Mr Booth, led the way. He brought in a favourite book from home - Batavia, by Peter Fitzsimmons. We photographed him and the display began. Little by little, the pin-up board in the Reading Corner of the Library filled with images of students and staff who brought in their favourite books to show others the ones which appealed to them.

Now students look in to see what others are reading. And teachers, too. I have to confess that I borrowed The (Fabulous) Fibonacci Numbers after Mr Warburton said it was his favourite. I’d never heard of it – being a non-mathematical English teacher – and found, to my astonishment that it is an amazing story. Can’t wait for the holidays to finish it.

As part of our plan to disseminate information about books, we also asked students in the Reading Area to tell one or two other students about the book they read that session. Teachers reported that, although a few took the opportunity to chatter for the few minutes at the end of session, most showed a keen interest in telling others about their books. We also wanted students to know about the new books we consistently ordered for the library, so we encouraged them to pick them up and at least read the blurb on the back. It might interest them or their friends.

Another move to encourage students to read came from Ms Kimberly Atkinson, the Year 8 Coordinator, whose adventure into the world of Book Clubs started in March. They meet in the Library at lunchtime fortnightly.

We continually beg the Art Department to supply us with displays of students’ work, and the first few weeks always feel a little bare before the works are finished. But now the pictures are rolling in and some fine drawings of sea shells From Ms Mandy Clarke’s Year 7s line the Corner Area, with Ms Rachel Harrington’s Year 7s’ Digital Technologies Samplers brightening us up at the front.

One interesting development this year comes from the first ever national children’s newspaper. Crinkling launches in April and, of course, our Library has already subscribed. It promises to be a great adventure, with lots of opportunities for students all around the country to contribute to the editions. Can’t wait. Have a look at their website on www.crinklingnews.com.au and see what’s in store.

And don’t forget to check out our Favourite Books notice board. You may find someone there you know!

Annie Girard: Acting Librarian

MATHEMATICS

THE AUSTRALIAN MATHEMATICAL OLYMPIAD (AMO) 2016

Australian Mathematics Trust

Year 12 student, Alex Lugovskoy was invited to participate in this highly selective competition. Approximately 100 students from the whole of Australia were invited to compete this year. These students were identified using results from the Australian Mathematics Competition, the Mathematics Challenge for Young Australian Program and other Mathematics competitions.

The AMO consisted of two four hour papers of problem solving designed to challenge and motivate highly gifted young Australian school students in mathematics.

Alex sat the contest on Tuesday February 9 and on Wednesday February 10 under exam supervision. This contest is a traditional closed book exam with no breaks during the four hours.

We are very proud to announce Alex’s brilliant achievement in this prestigious contest. He was awarded a Bronze Certificate. Our warmest congratulations to Alex.

Alex Lugovsky with coordinator Marie Law

Marie Law: Competition Coordinator Mathematics

More Maths Success for Willetton Students

The Have Sum Fun Mathematics competition for Upper School organised by the Mathematics Association of Western Australia was held at Trinity College on Friday night 11th of March. There were 36 teams from the South Metro schools competing. Willetton Senior High School entered two teams, each comprising three Yr 11 and three Yr 12 students who raced against the clock for four intense rounds of challenging problem solving.

Year 12 students, Kiran Ranjit Rajah and Shrenik Jobanputra; Year 11 students, Devika Prasad, Yi Shien Lew and Natasha Hoffmann and Year 10 student: Dhruv Jobanputra (replacing a Year 12 student) achieved 3rd place narrowly missing out on the 2nd place by one point. The other team of students consisting of Christopher Ong, Alex Lugovsky, Peter Yang, Julian Harrison, Andrew Tan and Chantelle Hoffman, achieved a very creditable fourth place. Congratulations to all participants.

A special thank you to all parents who supported the running of this competition.

Marie Law : Competition Coordinator

SCIENCE

YEAR 12 PHYSICS

Pulling Mujtaba out of the quagmire using the concept of forces.

Cole Bannister (right) demonstrates how a large force could be applied to move a heavy object. Mujtaba Shoukat (left) kindly agreed to act as the heavy object.

Students have gained an understanding of the physics behind totem tennis, fairground rides during their studies on circular motion. Emma McLean demonstrates what it takes to maintain a horizontal circle.

YEAR 8 SCIENCE

CO2 sublimes

Effect of dry ice on a mixture of detergent and water as it sublimes.

Left to right
Lewis Cummings, Alex McLean, Ze Yi Lin and Thomas Kammermann

Sink or Float

Which is denser? A density tower made up of water, honey, oil, cornflakes, pasta, detergent…

Left to right
Aidan Dunbar, Ben Babu Vadakkumpadan, Ze Yi Lin, Isaac Lamb, Kyron Eales and Declan Whisson

M Munshi: Science Teacher

TECHNOLOGIES

YEAR 7 APPLICATIONS FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE SPECIALIST PROGRAM 2017

The Computer Science Specialist program has run for a number of years at Willetton. Applications for Year 7 students who would like to be part of this three year program in years 8, 9 and 10 need to apply via the application that is available on the school website.

Applicants must be currently enrolled Year 7 students at Willetton SHS.

Closing date for applications is Thursday March 24.

Further details can be obtained from the coordinator of this program, Mr Chris Carmody: chris.carmody@education.wa.edu.au.

YEAR 8 – 10 COMPUTER SCIENCE SPECIALIST STUDENTS COMPETITION

For a number of years students in the Computer Science Specialist classes have been entered into the Computational & Algorithmic Thinking competition. This year the competition will be held on Tuesday morning March 22 at 7:30am. The competition is online and runs for one hour. An early start provides easier access to computers and reduces the disruption to a student’s usual timetable. Students have been asked to return permission forms by March 16.

Further enquiries contact Mr Chris Carmody: chris.carmody@education.wa.edu.au

CERTIFICATE 2 IN VISUAL ARTS (Graphic Design)

The galleries below showcase the amazing and diverse talent amongst our Certificate 2 Graphic Design students. Year 11s have made a brilliant start with their first unit, Develop Basic Drawing Skills, completing a series of sketches covering a range of digital drawing techniques, software and hardware and subject matter. If these work samples are a sign of things to come we are sure to see a lot of success with this class. Congratulations also to the Year 11 class for achieving their White Card Occupational Health and Safety Certificate. Year 12s are continuing their course with a colour theory unit and also producing some highly creative results.

I am proud and immensely pleased with the way both classes are working so far this year.

Judy Gauci: Technologies Teacher

Year 10 Floating Islands

THE ARTS

DRAMA

Year 7 Drama Report: Exploring Drama

So far this term, Exploring Drama has been electrifying and breathtaking. At the same time for us Year 7s, it has been a new and nerve-racking experience. Our teacher Mr Brand did a wonderful job of helping us to overcome our fears. This really allowed us to break free and do just about anything necessary to preform our souls out.

Everyone enjoyed playing fun games like Wink Murder or Stalkers (to help us with being observant and stealthy) but 99.9% of people almost certainly —despite Mr Brands plea against it—went home and told their parents that in Exploring Drama they learned how to kill and stalk people without being caught.

At first some of us struggled to trust each other (completely unrelated to the whole trying to kill each other thing) and getting over the urge or fear that the other person wouldn't do what we wanted them to do was overwhelming. This was hardest when we tried to master non-verbal communication. At first it was agonising and exhausting not being able to just tell someone to move to the left a bit or squat down, but we soon realised that if we just go with the flow everyone has their own way of solving a problem and we should just let it happen. No matter how many times we forgot a movement, failed miserably or dropped someone on their head, literally (sorry), we all just stood up brushed it off and continued. The show must go on!

Although as we progressed through to week 4 and 5 of Drama, a few people started to question the whole ignoring the aching concussions or dislocated ribs thing as we entered the circus workshop!

Now why on earth would they be training us to be in the circus of all things, when we could become something like a doctor? Despite the fact that we did learn to juggle and learn cool tricks with spin sticks, poy and diabolo (and a very special thanks to Ran from Banyan Creative for putting up with a bunch of uncontrollable kids), the main focus was to learn how to preform and never give up even if something goes wrong. Although practising our tricks was captivating and exciting, sometimes it seemed long and painful, very painful, especially when we kept hitting ourselves (and sometimes each other) with tennis balls. The hardest part was when Ran showed us a new trick and everyone stared in disbelief as he expected us to do the impossible. As we progressed though, we soon got better at preforming the trick which would go from impossible to slightly less impossible. Maybe someday somehow someone, a few hundred years from now (with practice) might be able to perform a butterfly…

The part that most people looked forward to would have to be when Ran gave us his blessing to stop hurting ourselves and we all gathered round to see him do his amazing tricks! He reminded us to not jump the gun and try his tricks straight away because he had over 30 years of practice! Although that was unnecessary because everyone knew it was impossible and couldn't be bothered trying, all they would get is an all-expense paid trip to the emergency room!

It was an honour to have him at our school and everyone is excitedly anticipating the next few weeks of Drama, and a big thank you to our magnificent teacher Mr Brand.

Tobi Odusote: Year 7 Exploring Drama Student

BIOGRAPHY: STEFAN BRAND

Stefan Brand has been a drama teacher at Willetton Senior High School since 2001. He has been involved in numerous community theatre productions, the most recent being A Man of No Importance which was a musical theatre piece performed at Playlovers theatre in Floreat. This production won awards in a lot of categories at the Finlay Awards. His most favourite role of all time was playing Raoul in Phantom of The Opera in November/December 2013. Another memorable moment was in India where he was featured in a cameo role in Mayavi, filmed in Chenai.

He believes drama is important in all students’ lives. It fosters problem solving, communication skills, confidence, creativity- all important life skills which fit into any career choice.

Year 8 Drama

Drama has changed the lives of many, not just in Willetton Senior High School, but worldwide. It is a way of expressing yourself or the character or role you are playing. In Drama, Ms Talbot is teaching us the important skill of non-verbal acting.

Being in Drama, it has really boosted my confidence in speaking out and being self-assured in front of the class.

It is very inspirational to see that during Drama, people can really be who they are and are able to express themselves.

I have gained an enormous understanding of non-verbal acting. Over the past few weeks, the class has played fun games to get the feel of non-verbal acting. The games include miming, discovering how our bodies work to control our movements, the different types of gestures, posture and body alignment, gait and spatial awareness.

Teamwork is also one of the many things we are learning. Right now in Drama, we are working in groups to design a short skit or performance that is about 3-4 minutes long. This task really helps take our teamwork skills to the next level. I have learned many skills through this experience, I am sure to carry these into my life in the future.

Jonelle Chng: Year 8

CLAIRE TALBOT: BIOGRAPHY

Clare started in the industry with High school productions. She then studied at WAAPA to complete an Advanced Diploma in Lighting for Production during the course of her studies she was the Lighting Designer for Scenes from the Big Picture directed by Adam Cook, Candide directed by John Milson, Insert Title, a student choreographer season and Crystalis Borealis an interior architectural design.

Since graduation Clare has worked for various theatre companies, including Deckchair Contemporary Theatre Company, Frontier Lighting and Ashton Admor, in Perth in quite a variety of production roles from Front of House Manager to Lighting and Backstage Technician. She was the Associate Lighting designer for Deckchair Theatre's Much Ado About Nothing Shakespeare in the Park season 2004-2005.

During her career Clare has worked for High schools as a freelance lighting designer and as a performing arts technician. In conjunction with Mood Theatre, Clare has developed training programs for technicians to develop their skill sets in the production areas of theatre.

YEAR 12 DRAMA

Our Town is Thornton Wilder’s most renowned and performed played first published in 1938. It’s about life in the small town of Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire, providing an allegorical representation of all that life has to offer. From birth, to the young and crisp salad days we naively plod through before reaching the end of the tunnel. This play, in three acts, is a charming piece questioning our morals and projecting questions of what it really means to live life.

You’ve got to love life to have life, and you’ve got to have life to love life… it’s what they call a vicious cycle.

The Year 12 Drama students directed and designed this piece to perform for one mesmerizing night only on Wednesday the of April 6 at 6:30pm. Tickets will be available from the Registrar’s Office from the March 21 up until the day of performance. Tickets will be $7 each.

You know how it is: You’re twenty-one or twenty-two and you make some decisions; then whisssh! You’re seventy: you’ve been a lawyer for fifty years, and that white-haired lady at your side has eaten over 50 thousand meals with you.

ART

YEAR 7 ART AND THE PERTH INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL

Students in Mrs Rushton’s Year 7 Art class have had their work exhibited as part of the 2016 Perth International Arts Festival.

Students from schools across WA were asked to create lanterns, in response to the theme of Home. These lanterns were part of the opening event, which was staged at Langley Park on Saturday February 13. Home included more than 500 performers, set against a 60-metre-long cinematic backdrop. The performance featured artists such as Tim Minchin and the John Butler Trio, and concluded with the procession of lanterns. These lanterns were then installed at Elizabeth Quay.

The Year 7 Art class spent the first two weeks of this term designing and creating their colourful lanterns. Pictured is the class with their lanterns, prior to being sent to Langley Park for the lantern procession.

Art on display: Year 8 Elements cubes

The Year 8 art students have been working on creative cubes that demonstrate their knowledge of the Elements of Art.

Year 11 and 12 General Art excursion. In week 7 the 11 and 12 General Art students will be heading to Cottesloe to experience Sculpture by the Sea. They will be meeting with artists and will have an exclusive chance to question them about their work and art practice.

Stephanie Thompson: Art teacher

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING

HANGING AROUND AGAIN ………

Seventy Year 12 Career and Enterprise students ventured to The Hangout again to discover themselves!

Efforts in goal setting wall climbs on the day, understanding abilities to learn how to climb or belay safely, to communicate in an encouraging way with their partner or to work effectively in a team were the bright lights being ‘turned on’. All of these skills and understandings of student strengths and areas to develop will assist them as they manage their career and function effectively in the workplace to be productive, efficient and then to sustain their employment in an ever changing workplace landscape.

It was a PERFECT day, from being picked up at 8:30am on the dot to the delivery of pizza on the dot at 12:15pm and pick up at 1:15pm on the dot to make our way back to Willetton. Working with our students on our day out was even more enjoyable than usual – they were always keen, helpful in collecting Subway and ice before we left and loading onto the buses three eskies of juices, drink and food and sincerely motivated to understanding the goal setting and learning experiences as well as success in actually climbing. Smiling faces, sore legs and arms and contented souls at the end of the day.

Student thoughts:

Alee : I’d never thought of rock climbing as an education tool. It was a great way to apply what we learned in the classroom to situations we could be any day.

Nibin: The Hangout was fun and also improved my communication skills.

Kudzo: The Hangout helped me to use more positive, encouraging language to help my partner achieve their goals.

Samantha: The Hangout was a fun experience, a really good time. I learned to set goals as well as develop my communication and teamwork skills.

Mrs Russells’ classes:

• Found I do not like heights!!!!
• Helped me to face some fears.
• Helped me to learn to trust my partner.
• Had a good time and we have great food!

And from a past student, Carrena Bullock, who now works at Willetton SHS as a valued Education Assistant. In conversation, Carrena reflected the rock climbing proved to be an excellent strategy for gaining confidence in trying something new. This can be the same in starting employment in a new workplace.

Carrena Bullock

Carrena currently is completing a degree at ECU in Primary Education- Special Needs after completing a Certificate IV in Community Service and a Certificate IV in Education Support.

Ruth Barratt: Teacher in Charge: Career and Enterprise

We’re here to learn!

THANKYOU

A big THANKYOU to the Principal and teachers of Burrendah Primary School
&
A big THANKYOU to the Principal and teachers of Castlereagh School

Students of Mrs Hood and Mrs Sorensen’s Certificate II in Community Services classes have started work at Burrendah Primary School and Castlereagh School.

The work experience placement began with an induction conducted by Mrs Ebsworthy at Burrendah and Mrs Manning at Castlereagh. Our students were warmly welcomed and encouraged by their mentoring teachers to step forward and be part of the class and the experience to maximise their learning of working with student one or one, in a group or in the classroom context …. and to have FUN!!

Our students shared their thoughts of their first days in their classrooms:

Lydia: At our induction the Burrendah teachers explained they had enjoyed working with the 2015 Willetton Community Services students and were keen to have us in their rooms this year too. For me personally, as a result of my time in the classroom last year I realised I want to work with children as a career.

Claudia: When we arrived at Miss Smith’s pre-primary class the students were very excited to see us there. Some of the students were shy to begin, however they were all keen to learn new things.

Sukhjot: My work experience teacher, Mrs McCubbin was very welcoming and the children were excited. I read the children a story about the crocodile and how the other animals: the frogs, snakes and birds all hid from the crocodile so they would not be eaten. Lots of fun for everyone.

Macey: I had fun. It was great. One of my first jobs was to mark spelling!

Caitlin Garrett: I enjoy working at Castlereagh School because it’s fun. I learn from students with disabilities and I am doing my best to help them learn.

Yijin: The children were really happy to see a familiar face when I went into the classroom and they all gathered around me as they were excited.

From Mrs Sorensen’s class:

• A very good experience. The teachers make us feel welcome. The students are all so cute and friendly.
• I’m very happy that I have the chance to meet the wonderful, cheerful students. They are always so joyful and our teachers is a wonderful to work with.
• I feel very welcome.
• Work experience at Burrendah has persuaded me to consider teaching as a career. The children are enthusiastic about learning.
• The students remembered my name after the first week and I learned how to make papier mache.

Ruth Barratt: Work Placement Teacher

YEAR GROUP REPORTS

YEAR 7

Over the last few weeks it has been great to see how well the Year 7s are settling in and coming out of their shells. Positive feedback from staff has been flowing in, which is fantastic. Many still use the new block as their meeting place, which is a lovely area to wind down at recess and lunch.

The highlight for the students in term one was, of course, the Big Day Out/Swimming Carnival. The day was a huge success; the Year 10 Peer Leaders did a great job assisting with the event. Whether the student was a squad swimmer, a social swimmer or even a non-swimmer, there was something to get involved in and it was wonderful to see all the smiling faces.

Multicultural week is an annual event at Willetton Senior High School and as a cohort we will have special assembly. A number of year 7s have volunteered to perform a culturally inspired dance. Multicultural week takes place in week 10, so there is plenty of time left for students to volunteer to participate.

For all current information and events please check Connect on a regular basis. Connect is proving to be massive success, thank you for your continued use. If you are still not registered to Connect please click the link

It is fantastic to see the students participating in events outside of school. Please email me at any time to let me know of their achievements, and students will receive acknowledgment award in assembly and in the newsletter.

Rachel Harrington: Year 7 Coordinator

YEAR 8

Year 8 Swimming Carnival

On Wednesday March 9, the Year 8 cohort had their swimming carnival and it was a blast.

The day started with all students eager to race against their friends and try to get into the inter school swim team for 2016. The factions got off the buses one by one…… Emerald, Ruby, Diamond and last but not least Sapphire.

One of the highlights was the boys relay as Emerald had already claimed first position by about 50 metres leaving Sapphire and Diamond to battle it out with less than a metre between the two.

Another highlight of the day was all the fun novelty events that everyone was able to participate in.

The day was very well organised and ran very smoothly.

Taine Mitchell and Felicity Dureau: Year 8

YEAR 9

Term one is moving along fast. We are now near the end of week 6 and have just completed the Year 9 swimming carnival and the Year 9 Shave For A Cure Fundraiser for the Leukaemia Foundation. There is a lot of information about upcoming events on Connect and I encourage all parents and students to access Connect to keep up to date with what is going on.

How to register for Connect

Willetton SHS has published some information on the school website regarding Connect, including an online parent access registration form. Please go to:

Student Report

As part of the Year 9 Student Council, I will be responsible for providing the Year 9 group reports for the school newsletter this year, providing regular updates from the Student Council as well as information for the rest of the cohort. This term, we will be focusing mainly on the fundraising for the World’s Greatest Shave as well as several other upcoming year group events such as the Ice Skating social.

Last year, Brodie Hood, along with three students and several teachers (including the Principal) took part in the World’s Greatest Shave as part of a whole school event and raised a total of $11,617 for the Leukaemia Foundation. This year, Brodie, Manas, Jackson and Bailey together with Kynan in Year 8 and Jaycoln in Year 12 and Ms Mellor joined the Willetton team and shaved at our March 11 assembly. In order to gain support for the fundraising, we organised a Crazy Hair day to get other year groups into the spirit and donate gold coins to support our Leukaemia Foundation fundraiser.

After the great support shown for the River Cruise last year, we have organised a River Cruise later in the year as well. For Term 1, there will be an Ice Skating social coming up and we look forward to seeing great participation from Year 9 students.

Char Min Ng: Year 9 Student Councillor

The Year 9 parent teacher meeting is Thursday May 19. Information regarding this will be forwarded early next term.

Andrea Wheeler: Year 9 Coordinator 2016

YEAR 10

Important dates

There are other important dates for Term 2 which will be published in the next newsletter

What a great start to the Year 10 cohort! It has also been a busy start with the recent swimming carnival, the peer leaders assisting at the Big Day Out and the recent OLNA testing.

Stefan Brand: Year 10 Coordinator

Peer Group Leader Report

Being part of the 2016 Peer Leader Program, I have really enjoyed guiding and preparing the new Year 7 students beginning their new high school journey. The peer leading program began with a training day at Point Walter last year. Sixty year 9 students were equipped with the skills to support and encourage the Year 7s entering the school. We did things like group activities where we relied on each other for support and guidance. We also learnt how to appropriately behave and treat the Year 7s in the best possible way. Also last year, the Year 9s along with other student services members, ran the Year 7 Orientation Day where we gave a tour of the school to new Year 7 students and their parents. This was the first real experience of being with the Year 7s and I really enjoyed it.

Our peer leading role continued into this year on the first day of school. We welcomed all the Year 7 students at the school gates and guided them to the first day Introduction Ceremony. After that, all the Year 7s went to their first classes.

We have been tasked with the responsibility of checking on the students during recess and lunch to make sure that they are fitting really well into the school community and in my eyes, they appear to be really enjoying what WSHS has to offer!

Another new thing we have been doing with the students has been going into their weekly tutor group classes and discussing some important topics and issues that they may come across or are coming across during their transition from primary school to high school.

Being a peer leader has not only helped the Year 7 students but also helped me become more involved in the school community and discover more of the wonderful things WSHS has to offer.

Mackenzie Lappin: Year 10 Peer Leader

Year 10 Councillor Report

The councillors have been meeting weekly to discuss issues and upcoming events for our cohort. We are currently in the process of organising and promoting our first term social, the river cruise which will be on the Thursday of week 10. We have also been thinking of ideas for our next social later in the year and we are open to suggestions anyone may have.

We have also touched on the Year 12 Ball and other future events, though we still have a lot of time to finalise details.

We’re still getting used to getting into the swing of setting up and presenting assemblies, but things have been running smoothly and we look forward to serving as assembly hosts this year.

Aside from the struggle of getting through the passageway in the middle of the school, we hope everyone has been enjoying their term so far.

Claudia Goh: Year 10 Councillor

YEAR 11

It has been a smooth start to Senior School for most Year 11 students. Quickly settling in to classes or alternatively realising they have made an incorrect choice and changing courses. The deadline to make changes is March 24 which is fast approaching. An appointment at Student Services is essential if students are still looking to make changes. Please remind your students that communication with their classroom teachers is crucial.

A reminder that if students miss an assessment, unless prior arrangements with staff are made or a medical certificate provided, a score of zero will be given for that assessment.

FliS students are enjoying the flexibility their courses afford them and a change in attitude and a growth in maturity are already evident.

Students have just completed their first session of MYLO: Maximising Your Learning Opportunities where they learn about dealing with stress, techniques to aid memory and effective note taking, amongst other helpful tips.

A study timetable and turning off social media are highly recommended.

Please be on the lookout for any signs of undue stress in your child. We can assist.

Students have bought home a booklet summarizing these points. Please ask to see it if you haven’t already.

Most Year 11 students are wearing the correct uniform although there has been a range of non -uniform blue shorts being worn. Rugby style or cargo style shorts are not acceptable. There are shorts in the second hand store if needed.

In lieu of merit points rewarded to Senior Students, I am encouraging a Star Student Award. This will recognise student achievement either in school or within the community. Please see the attached photos of our worthy recipients thus far. If you would like to nominate your child for recognition I would love to hear from you. It could be in the Arts, community service, sport or any area you feel your child has gone above and beyond expectations.

Lauren Thompson and Shannon Johnson with Ms Bogunovich celebrating their selection in the Under 18 state Basketball team

There will not be many social events in our calendar this yea. However, to make up for this I have booked a Dinner Dance for late October. This will be held at Tompkins on Swan in Alfred Cove. The cost will include a buffet dinner, drinks DJ and venue hire. It is expected the ticket price will be $70.00. I am hoping with plenty of warning that students will be able to budget for this upcoming event.

This is NOT a ball and students will be strongly discouraged from spending money on dresses, transport or hair etc. It will be a semi-formal occasion with the emphasis on a casual end of year gathering.

Please continue to contact me if you have any question or concerns.

Colleen Hayes: Year 11 Coordinator

YEAR 12

I am so proud of the way Year 12s have adapted to their new year of study. The majority of students are showing an excellent commitment to their studies and school life. Everyone looks great in their new leavers jackets, complete with a shiny new senior status badge. At assembly, I tend to make a point of regularly discussing the importance of a balanced lifestyle. It is very easy to be consumed by the workload of Year 12 and I hope that all students are able to keep a healthy quota of work rest and play throughout their final year of school.

The day of the ball finally arrived and from the start it was an amazing day. Congratulations to all students who dressed up to raise money for charity at the start of the school day. The purpose of the dress up event is to remind Year 12s that while they are lucky enough to be attending a glamorous ball, there are many others in positions of hardship. My colleague Mr Bonner, tells me that this tradition was started in 1996. Every year, our students outdo themselves and this year was no exception! We were quite a spectacle as we made our way into the gym and then over to Southlands, parading ingenious and many handmade costumes while having a lot of fun in the process. Well done to all the students who won awards for their costumes and thanks to everyone who got into the spirit of the morning.

The ball itself was a phenomenal event. From a Year Coordinator’s perspective it was amazing to see months of planning come together and a magic night unfold. Everyone looked a million dollars in their dresses and suits, fancy hair styles, make up and jewellery. The meal was fantastic and there was some serious dancing going down on the massive dance floor. The photos of the evening will serve as an excellent reminder of how amazing everyone looked, but the atmosphere itself was something you just had to be there to witness. I am sure everyone will remember the night fondly well into their adult years.

I’ll take this opportunity to thank everyone at school who contributed to planning the ball – from the students who designed tickets and artwork, others who stayed behind and helped make invitations, tickets and place cards, to the 2015 Year 11 Council who really stepped up to their designated jobs and worked hard to make sure they represented their peers responsibly and fairly when there were decisions to be made. Also to registrar and administrative staff and to the 70 or so teaching staff who turned up to welcome the Year 12s to the ball at the Hyatt.

Now it’s down to the nitty gritty of getting through Year 12. It is a comparatively short year and I urge all students to make the most of every moment, starting with keeping attendance as close to 100% as possible. I ask students and parents to keep checking the Year 12 Cohort page on Connect as Student Services staff are receiving and posting a lot of information about revision programs, scholarships for further study and opportunities for exchange and travel abroad in gap years and more.

Judy Gauci: Year 12 Coordinator

SCHOOL BOARD NEWS

SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS

The School Board AGM will be held on Monday March 21 2016 in the staffroom. The Chair’s Annual Report and the Annual Financial Report will be presented. A list of Board meetings for this year can be found on the school website, under the School Board information. All are welcome.

SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION

It is with great pleasure that we announce the 2016 Willetton Senior High School Board.

Mr Chris Booth, Principal

We would like to Mr Tim Reinholz (staff representatives) for his invaluable time and contribution to the School Board. Tim has now completed his elected term of appointment. We wish him all the best.

The School Board would also like to acknowledge Mr Lindsay Holland who has served on the Board for four years, and as Chair in the last three years. We thank him for his efforts and contribution during his term of office in working for the best outcomes for Willetton SHS. Lindsay is stepping down from the Board as his child has finished high school. We wish him well in his future endeavours.

SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS COMMITTEE UPDATE

• A meeting was held on March 11 with representatives from bankwest, led by former student Chris Lord. He presented a sponsorship proposal offering support to the school in a number of areas such as Relay for Life, Art awards and excursions, support for our small business enterprises run through Career and Enterprise and a Coding Club. The team from bankwest included Rachel Hoogenboom, Manager at Southlands bankwest, Loan Officer Ji Jie Jian and area manager Corin Mendal also a former Willetton student. We look forward to this evolving relationship.
• The Principal and Simon Lappin (committee chair) have a meeting with the State Solicitors Office to finalise the Trust Deed to authorise taxable donations to a school scholarship fund. It was also suggested that a body to oversee the Building and Scholarship Funds be established. They will also be discussing guidelines for adherence to DoE policy on sponsorship.
• The need to establish a closer symbiotic relationship with staff was discussed and ideas such as reviewing staff needs and better communication was left in the hands of the Board after the new representatives are confirmed at the AGM on March 21.
• The committee thanked Helen Wong for her outstanding dedication and support both to the Board and this committee.

Principal Chris Booth with Board members and bankwest representatives

SECOND HAND BOOKSHOP

The bookshop has a large supply of Physics, Chemistry, Human Biology and Mathematics textbooks which are no longer used with the current curriculum, but are excellent as resource or reference books. Priced at $6 each. Books include: STAWA Exploring Chemistry Stage 2 & 3, Chemistry for WA Stage 2 & 3, Chemistry WACE Study Guides, Heinemann Physics Content & Context Stage 2 & 3, Physics WACE Study Guides, Human Perspectives 2A/2B & 3A/3B, Human Biology WACE Study Guides, Sadler Maths and Specialist Maths, Maths WACE Study Guides, Creelman Maths Exam Questions, and more.

The bookshop is open every Wednesday from 9am to 11.30am, and is located next to the canteen.

DISCOUNTED HOYTS MOVIE TICKETS

Discounted Hoyts movie tickets are available for purchase through the School Board. The tickets are valid for use at any Hoyts cinema, Australia wide, with good expiry dates. Profits from the sale of these tickets go towards funding projects around the school, which enhance our students’ learning outcomes.

Stock up in time for the school holidays.

Pricing as follows:

Tickets may be purchased from the bookshop on Wednesday during term, or by arrangement with the School Board office. Order forms are available from the School Board office or can be found on the school website www.willettonshs.wa.edu.au, under the School Board tab.

Due to a price increase from Hoyts, there will be a price rise to tickets as from term 2. Now is a good time to stock up before the increase.

ENTERTAINMENT BOOK FUNDRAISER

Once again, the Entertainment Book will be available to Willo parents, friends and community members to purchase through the School Board. Bonus coupons are available for early bird orders with payment. The Entertainment Books (digital form and hard copy) will be available from early May. For enquiries, please contact Helen Wong on helen.s.wong@education.wa.edu.au or 9334 7217 or make a purchase at

Profits raised from the sale of these books will go towards a Student Leadership Development Program initiated by the Board. Your support will be much appreciated.

HOW TO CONTACT THE SCHOOL BOARD OFFICE

To find out more about the School Board or how you might get involved, please contact Helen Wong School Board Executive Officer on email helen.s.wong@education.wa.edu.au or 9334 7217.

Willo Parent Group News

WILLO PARENT GROUP MEETINGS

The Willo Parent Group meets each term, coming together for parent information sessions or meeting socially over morning tea, lunch or dinner. This is a great way to meet with members of the school community and find out what is happening around the school. Suggestions for meetings are always welcome. For details of Willo Parent Group events please contact helen.s.wong@education.wa.edu.au

COFFEE MORNING – March 4

We had a wonderful turnout at our recent coffee morning and it was great to meet some new parents. We look forward to you joining us regularly at our future meetings. Thank you for all the suggestions made for future speakers and topics. Our organising committee Tanya, Maylene, Rohini and Tina will start planning events for term 2 so watch this space!

Coffee morning attendees