Queen of Apostles School

Dear Lord,

We thank You for the gift of mothers, for their love, guidance and care.

Please bless them with Your grace, strength, and wisdom as they continue to nurture and support their families.

Surround them with Your love and peace, and let them know how deeply they are appreciated and cherished.

In Jesus’ name, we pray.

Amen

At Queen of Apostles, we are incredibly fortunate to have a strong, collaborative and supportive relationship with our Parents and Friends Association. The partnership between home and school is something we value deeply, and our P&F continue to play a vital role in strengthening our community and enhancing opportunities for our students.

I would like to sincerely thank the P&F for their ongoing support of the school. Their recent contributions to the Community Garden project have helped bring this initiative to life, creating a space that will benefit our students and community for years to come. In addition, their funding of new classroom furniture in our Year 3 classroom has now completed the revamp of furniture across the middle and upper primary, significantly improving our learning environments.

This Friday 8 May, the P&F will once again bring our community together through their Mother’s Day events, including the stall, raffle and breakfast.

We look forward to seeing our community come together to celebrate the important role that mothers and mother figures play in our lives.

Thank you again to our P&F for their generosity, commitment and the spirit of community they bring to Queenies.

Jesse Yock

Principal

We are pleased to share that our new Religious Education Framework is now visible within the school, with a display installed near the library. This framework guides how we teach and live our Catholic faith at Queen of Apostles, placing Jesus at the centre of all we do and encouraging learning through dialogue, reflection and meaningful relationships.

A sincere thank you to Ms Lesque and Mr Rob for organising and installing the display. It is a wonderful visual reminder of our Catholic identity and the important role faith plays in the life of our school.

Dear Parents and Carers,

This winter, our school is supporting the ShopFront Winter Appeal, which helps people in our local Perth community who are experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, and hardship. ShopFront provides meals, essential supplies, and compassionate support, especially during the colder months when the need is greatest.

We invite families to donate non‑perishable food items to support this cause.All donations are due by Friday, 5 June.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity in helping those most in need.

Please find details below regarding our Faction Cross Country Carnival for years 3,4,5 and 6. Students will practice in daily fitness and in sport sessions. Spectators are welcome. We hope to see you there.

Carnival Details:

• Friday 15 May 2026.

• Queen of Apostles - school grounds

• Spectators welcome.

• All Yr 3 – 6 students

• Yr 3 and 4 = 1.0km, Yr 5 and 6 = 1.5km

• Students wear their faction-coloured polo shirts, sports shorts, sports shoes.

• Includes parents, toddlers and teachers’ ‘Fun Run/Walk’ (500m).

• All students earn faction points when they participate.

Dear Parents and Students,

Re: Littlies’ Lap-a-thon

This term we will hold a ‘Littlies Lap-a-thon’ to coincide with our Cross-Country programme at Queen of Apostles. Leading up to the Lap-a-thon our younger students will have been practicing during daily fitness and sport lessons and this event will be a great way for them to show their stuff! It is also an introduction to what cross country running is all about. Students do not collect sponsorship money. Parents, grandparents and toddlers are welcome to join in too! The details are below. We hope to see you there!

Date: Friday 5th June 2026

Place: Annex Oval

Who: All Kindy – Yr 2 students.

Parents, caregivers and toddlers are welcome to join in!

Time: 2.00 - 2.50pm

Format: Runners complete as many laps as they can by running, jogging or walking. A runner’s card (pinned to each student’s shirt) will be marked after each lap.

Dress: Sports uniform and sports shoes please.

🎤 Join JRS Singers This Term!

We invite you to enrol in Singing Lessons with JRS Singers this term!

Our group lessons take place every Wednesday at recess (10:30am) in the music room.

How it works:

• Kindy students are collected by our JRS teacher
• Years 1–6 meet in the undercover area and are escorted to the music room

Students will enjoy a fun and engaging class featuring:
✨ Vocal exercises
✨ Musical activities
✨ Songs to build confidence and performance skills

All participants have the opportunity to develop their training and take part in our JRS community performances.

For full details and enrolment, visit:
https://au01.z.antigena.com/l/0s5OfbZmwwd2U0tr1MOMYgGXE-bWbQFULul0VTnX6GZpY2B-m5U~TYSZ3_0ls5gpW79sv4yoKClkn_GwL4LZBx85diFsTbfOyt4jOKR4HpJJw-sfNqbF_qp-_G0mtUZovvVv73bmecdaTUuNlJvQGsIxcDUqcj5aU8RPfXFggtVhrm5pSfgAWo5O02-a

You’ll also find information about our private lessons, which are available on Wednesdays.

ICAS is an online academic competition that gives students the opportunity to challenge their higher order thinking and problem-solving skills in English, Mathematics, Science, Writing and Spelling Bee.

ICAS results are in-depth and meaningful, and ICAS evaluates student performance against other competition entrants across the state and nation. The data reveals student strengths and weaknesses and can help you recognise and support your child's academic journey.

How to participate in ICAS

If you wish for your child to participate in ICAS this year, please go to the Parent Portal to register for your chosen subjects.

You can do this in one of two ways:

1. Direct login link – faster!

Use this link to log directly into the shop and start registering:

https://shop.icasassessments.com/pages/parent-payment/OYU794

2. Log in using the PPS code

Visit our shop and use our PPS code to log in:

Shop link: https://shop.icasassessments.com/pages/pps

PPS code: OYU794

To learn more about ICAS please follow this link:

https://www.icasassessments.com/products-icas/

The Government of WA have amended the Working with Children Act last year with the changes implemented to better protect children. Catholic Education WA has mandated this process for all volunteers, including parent volunteers in schools. This includes parents who wish to volunteer at sports carnivals, in classrooms and at P&F events. Could we ask that all parents fill in the Volunteer Declaration (link) even if you have no plans at this stage to volunteer at school. Parents who wish to assist teachers on excursions will need to be on this list. Your information will be stored securely in accordance with CEWA’s Information Stewardship. We highly value parent volunteers' time and contribution to our school community and thank-you for taking the time to submit the form below.

Any grandparents that wish to volunteer in the classroom or assist in the canteen will need a Working With Children Check. Please note this does not include drop off, pick up or attendance at our Grandparents Mass and Morning Tea. Grandparents that would like to volunteer at school, please contact the school office and we can assist you in the process.

2026 Mother's Day Long Table Breakfast

Get excited! Our Queenies Mother's Day Long Table Breakfast is tomorrow.

While ticket sales are closed, you can still be in the running for some incredible prizes in our Mother's Day raffle. Tickets will be available for purchase at the breakfast itself prior to 8.15am. Tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5.

We look forward to welcoming you all to a relaxing breakfast tomorrow.

Support Our Classroom Technology & Community Garden Projects

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Thank you for your continued support!

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Under Your Influence

Free Parent and Community Seminar

Corpus Christi College invites parents, carers, educators and community members to a free seminar, Under Your Influence: Parenting Teenagers Through Adolescence, led by Jade Lewis.

This practical and engaging session explores the teenage brain, boundaries and structure, digital and emotional intelligence, community and identity and the evolving role of adults beyond protection. The seminar offers valuable insight for both parents and educators supporting young people through adolescence.

Participants will leave with clear evidence based strategies, a greater understanding of the teenage years and confidence to play the long game.

Free community event. All are welcome.

For event details and registrations, visit: www.corpus.wa.edu.au/events

Term 1: Monday 2 Feb to Thursday 2 April

(Break from Friday 3rd April until Sunday 19th April)

Monday 2nd March - PUBLIC HOLIDAY

Thursday 2nd April - PUPIL FREE DAY - Interviews

Term 2: Monday 20 April to Friday 3 July

(Term break from Saturday 4th July until Sunday 19th July)

Monday 20 April - PUPIL FREE DAY

Monday 27 April - PUBLIC HOLIDAY

Monday 1 June - PUBLIC HOLIDAY

Tuesday 2 June - PUPIL FREE DAY

Term 3: Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September

(Term break from Saturday 26th September until Sunday 11th October))

Friday 21 August - PUPIL FREE DAY

Friday 25 September - PUPIL FREE DAY

Term 4: Monday 12 October to Friday 11 December