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From the Principal – Term 3, Week 08

Sep 10, 2026

Dear Parents, Caregivers and Community Members,

National Child Protection Week 2026 takes place from 6 to 12 September 2026, coordinated nationally by NAPCAN (National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect).

Theme: “Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action”.

Core Focus: Turning vital community discussions into practical, everyday steps that protect children, prevent harm, and build safer environments.

Shared Responsibility: Emphasising that keeping kids safe and thriving is a community-wide obligation, not just the job of government agencies or specialists.

R U OK? Day 2026 will be held (today) on Thursday, 10 September 2026. This is the national day of action when Australians are encouraged to connect with people in their lives and have meaningful conversations with anyone who might be struggling with life’s challenges.

The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, refers to the feast day celebrating the birth of Mary, mother of Jesus, which was last Tuesday, 8 September.

Hail Mary, full of Grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Athletics Carnival Tomorrow:

As we embark on another Athletics Carnival tomorrow, I fully understand the passion and excitement that comes with competitive sports. As someone who has been involved in state level sport throughout my life, I greatly appreciate the desire to see our children excel. However, it’s crucial to remember that primary school sports are meant to foster teamwork, personal growth, and enjoyment rather than intense competition.

We must remind ourselves that our children are there to learn and develop their skills in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Disregarding that spirit can have negative repercussions not only on our students but also on the overall community. I encourage all of us to reflect on how we can support our children through positive encouragement, showing respect to staff, and each other, regardless of the outcomes as we enjoy our Athletics Carnival tomorrow.

Let us all strive to be role models for our children, demonstrating sportsmanship, respect, and kindness. Together, we can create an uplifting environment that will enhance their experience in sports and encourages them to love what they do. Thank you for your understanding and support, best wishes to all our children tomorrow and let the games begin!

Sad News:

It is with a very heavy heart that I have to announce, Jackie Carroll is leaving us at the end of this year as she was appointed to St Maria Goretti, Redcliffe as their Music teacher. Jackie will commence her new position on 1 January, 2027.

We wish to congratulate Jackie on her appointment as her desire to work closer to home was the main reason for this change, which I know we will all understand and support.

A HUGE loss for all of us at CtK.

We wish you well, Jackie.

There are ‘great things’ happening in our school due to the efforts of so many people; seek to be one of those people in the coming week! Keep smiling and let’s do great things together!

Andrew Kelly
Principal

Messages from the Assistant Principal

Sep 10, 2026

Welcome to Term 3 Week 8!

As we move closer to the end of Term 3, it has been great to see our students busy learning in their classrooms, participating in sporting activities and enjoying opportunities to connect with one another.

We are looking forward to our Christ the King Athletics Carnival this Friday. It will be a wonderful opportunity for our students to challenge themselves, cheer each other on and demonstrate our school values of respect, courage and community. We encourage everyone to get involved, have fun and support their classmates.

As always, thank you to our wonderful staff and families for your ongoing support. It is the enthusiasm, encouragement and sense of community across our school that makes Christ the King such a special place.

Celebrating Our Amazing Education Assistants

Last week, we celebrated Education Assistant Appreciation Week and took the opportunity to recognise and thank our wonderful Education Assistants for all that they do for our students and our school community.

Our EAs play such an important role in supporting students in their learning, wellbeing and day-to-day experiences at Christ the King. Their patience, compassion, encouragement and dedication make a real difference to the lives of our students.

We are incredibly grateful for the care and commitment our EAs bring to their work each day. Thank you for being such valued members of our Christ the King community and for helping every child to feel supported, included and capable of success.

A Special Thank You to Our P&F

A very special thank you to our wonderful P&F for their incredible efforts in organising our Father’s Day Stalls and Father’s Day Afternoon last week!

These events provided such a wonderful opportunity for our students and families to celebrate the special fathers, grandfathers and father figures in their lives. The time, organisation and care that our P&F volunteers put into making these events happen is truly appreciated.

We are so grateful for the generosity and commitment of our P&F and for the wonderful sense of community they continue to foster at Christ the King.

2026 CEWA QCE Award

We are thrilled to share that Christ the King School has been nominated in the 2026 CEWA QCE Awards! Now, we need your help to win the People’s Choice Award!

The QCE Awards recognise outstanding programs and initiatives across Catholic schools in Western Australia that support the vision of creating Christ-centred, student-focused and engaged learning environments.

Our nomination is for the Christ the King School Living Classroom: Sensory, Bush Tucker and Wildlife Garden – an incredible initiative that reflects our commitment to inclusion, sustainability, learning and caring for creation.

Our Living Classroom:

The Living Classroom has transformed an approximately 150m² under-utilised area of our school into an inclusive outdoor learning environment where every student can learn, connect and care for creation.

Designed as an all-abilities bush tucker, sensory and wildlife habitat, the Living Classroom embodies the principles of Laudato Si’ through ecological education, accessibility and stewardship.

The space features:

🌱 More than 257 plants across 35 species
🌿 Accessible pathways and sensory experiences
🪶 A yarning circle
🐝 Diverse wildlife habitats
🔥 A communal fire pit
🌏 Authentic opportunities for students to explore, discover and learn in nature

More than just a garden, the Living Classroom is a place where students can learn, belong and care. It is a wonderful reflection of the creativity, dedication and collaboration of our students, staff, families and wider community.

We need your vote!

We would be incredibly grateful if our Christ the King community could take a moment to view our nomination and cast a vote for the Living Classroom in the People’s Choice Award.

👉 Vote for the Christ the King Living Classroom nomination

Every vote helps us celebrate this special initiative and the incredible work of our students, staff and community.

Thank you for your wonderful support of Christ the King School!

Open Night 2026

A gentle reminder that we have made the decision to cancel our 2026 Open Night due to the current roofing issues and the temporary relocation of some classes. Thank you for your understanding and support!

Grandparents Day 2026

Grandparents Day will not be held at Christ the King School this year due to the ongoing roofing works. We look forward to welcoming our grandparents back to school for future celebrations. Thank you for your understanding.

2027 Three-Year-Old Pre-Kindergarten Enrolments Now Open!

Are you looking for a nurturing and engaging start to your child’s educational journey? Enrolments for our 2027 Three-Year-Old Pre-Kindergarten program are now open! Our Pre-Kindy program operates four days per week, providing children with the opportunity to learn, play and grow in a warm, faith-filled environment. Through play-based learning, children develop confidence, independence and the foundational skills they need for future success at school.

In our Pre-Kindergarten program, children will:

Build friendships and develop positive social skills.
Grow in confidence and independence.
Explore early literacy and numeracy through hands-on, play-based experiences.
Develop language and communication skills.
Foster creativity through art, music, movement and imaginative play.
Strengthen fine and gross motor skills.
Discover God’s love through prayer, stories and everyday acts of kindness.

Please contact the school office today to learn more about our wonderful Pre-Kindergarten program.

2027 Student Intentions

Families of students currently in Kindy to Year 5 are asked to advise the Principal in writing, if they are not intending to return to Christ the King School, in 2027.

Providing this information as early as possible assists the school with future planning, staffing, and class organisation. Families are asked to provide at least one term’s notice, where possible. Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we begin another wonderful term at Christ the King School.

Parking and Drop-Off Reminder

Finding a parking space can sometimes be challenging, particularly during busy drop-off and pick-up times. To help ensure the safety and convenience of all families, we would like to remind our community of the parking arrangements at Christ the King School.

The ECE car park is reserved for families with children in Pre-Kindy, Kindy and Pre-Primary. Families whose children are in Years 1-6 are encouraged to use the loop for drop-offs and pick-ups or to utilise legal street parking where available.

As a valued member of our school community, please be considerate of our neighbours by ensuring driveways always remain clear and by avoiding parking on private property.

When using the ECE car park, safety must always come first. Please use designated walkways where possible and avoid walking through the middle of the car park or behind reversing vehicles. Taking these precautions helps keep everyone safe.

We greatly appreciate the cooperation of all families in following our parking procedures. If your family is eligible to use the ECE car park, please ensure your parking pass is displayed. If you require a parking pass, please visit the Front Office to collect one.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us maintain a safe and respectful environment for all members of our school community.

Important Dates to Note:

Week 9 Term 3:

🗓 Monday 14 September – School Tour at 9am
🗓 Tuesday 15 September – Running Club
🗓 Wednesday 16 September – School photos for 3YO Kindergarten & Year 6 Graduation
🗓 Thursday 17 September – Running Club
🗓 Friday 18 September – Back Up Day for CtK Athletics Carnival

Week 10 Term 3:

🗓 Monday 21 September – Year 6 Camp
🗓 Tuesday 22 September – Running Club, Year 6 Camp
🗓 Wednesday 23 September – Year 6 Camp
🗓 Thursday 24 September – Running Club, Year 6 Strength Heroes Incursion in the hall, Term 3 concludes!
🗓 Friday 25 September – Pupil Free Day (Staff Catholic Day)

Term 4

Week 1 Term 4:

🗓 Monday 12 October – Pupil Free Day
🗓 Tuesday 13 October – Students begin Term 4
🗓 Wednesday 14 October – Interschool Cricket Carnival (selected Year 5 & 6 students)

Did you know that?

Kayelene Kerr from eSafeKidsvisited our school this week to run cyber safety sessions with our students in Year 4, 5 and 6 students? Students learnt about safe and healthy technology use, online privacy, digital footprints, respectful online behaviour and recognising unsafe situations.
Being active can boost our mood, energy and concentration, helping us feel ready to learn?
Emmi-Mae from Year 2 Redcelebrated her birthday on Tuesday!
Isobel from Year 1 Goldloves participating in Running Club every Thursday morning, even though it means getting up really early!
There were A LOT of merit awards given out to students on Wednesday at assembly! This shows our students are doing amazing things in and out of the classroom.
Mrs Craine is traveling to Japan in December!

Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!

GO FREO!

Mrs. Sabrina Reardon
Assistant Principal

A Message from Our Year 6 Head Girl and Head Boy – Charlotte & Caelan

Our fabulous Year 6 leaders, Charlotte and Caelan, will be interviewing our staff throughout the year so that we all can get to know each other well. This week they interviewed Mrs Seaward, our Year 3 Teacher! Find out more about Mrs Seaward below:

How long have you been teaching for?
20 years!

Have you had another job before teaching?
Worked at Tropical Twist.

What are some of your strengths?
Kind, caring, reliable.

What’s your passion?
Playing a part of each child’s journey through life.

What’s your favourite school value?
Service. I believe that even on your worst day, you need to remember that there is less fortunate people in the world.

What’s your favourite sport?
AFL!

What’s your favourite food?
Bun Cutlets.

Do you have any pets?
A dog called Poppy.

Message from our P&F Chair – Michelle Van Der Stroom

What a wonderful couple of weeks it has been for our school community! Our recent Father’s Day Stalls were a lovely opportunity for our children to choose something special for the dads, grandads and father figures in their lives.

A huge thank you to all of the wonderful volunteers who gave their time to help with the stalls. From setting up and helping little shoppers make those very important decisions, to wrapping, restocking and packing away – your help made it all possible.

We then had the pleasure of coming together for BBQ & Beats! It was wonderful to see our school filled with families enjoying good food, music, conversation and plenty of fun for the kids.

We are incredibly grateful to every volunteer who helped before, during and after the event. These events simply don’t happen without people willing to roll up their sleeves and lend a hand.

Both occasions were such lovely examples of community spirit in action. Our P&F can organise events and create opportunities to bring people together, but it is our families who turn those opportunities into a community. Every person who volunteers, attends an event, introduces themselves to someone new, offers to help or simply gets behind what is happening contributes to the culture of our school.

Warm regards,

Michelle Van Der Stroom
P&F President.

From the Principal – Term 3, Week 06

Aug 28, 2026

Dear Parents, Caregivers and Community Members,

On Wednesday we celebrated Book Week with the theme being “Symphony of Stories!” We had a great day. Thank you, Mrs Gumina for coordinating the whole week of activities, for thank you Mrs Wright for being our MC at the Book Week parade. Thank you, Miss Kezic for taking all the great photos. Also, thank you, Mrs McLinden for managing the library and the Book Fair.

I am very excited to be back at CtK. Thank you to staff, children and parents for welcoming me back, I am very blessed to be part of such an amazing community. I wish to thank Sabrina and Lisa L for leading the school in my absence as the roles performed, I can imagine have seen good days and challenging days. I am quite sure their eyes were opened to the complexities of the roles but also had loads of fun performing many duties! Both ladies did great work!

IEP MEETINGS – Thank you to the parents for having rich and engaging conversations about their child as there were moments of celebration and goal setting. Thank you, Mrs Benino and our CEWA representative Mrs Garbin plus the classroom teachers for their professionalism and commitment to the children in their care.

“Happy Father’s Day!”

Sunday week, 6 September is Father’s Day! Father’s Day presents each of us with the opportunity to focus our attention on our dad and make him feel “extra special”. But what is Father’s Day?

A few thoughts are shared below:

According to one astute 10-year-old, “It’s a bit like Mothers’ Day, only it doesn’t cost as much!”
A more advanced concept of Fathers’ Day would be that this special day is an opportunity to celebrate the important role that fathers play in the lives of their children; a role that cannot be played by any other person. The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother.
Both parents are of vital importance to a young child’s development. In one study, young boys whose fathers engaged in physical, affectionate and stimulating play were found to be more popular as school children. Even if fathers spend less time with their children than their mothers, fathers can become meaningful and special to their children through play. In fact, when fathers are good at playing with their young children, these children score higher on tests involving thinking and problem-solving skills. (Radin. The Influence of Fathers.)
Our astute 10-year-old put another question, “Dad, you’re the boss in our family, aren’t you?” A smiling and pleased Dad answered, “Well, yes”, only to be told, “That’s because mum put you in charge, right!”
What an insight from a 10-year-old, for the time of the uninvolved father has long gone; it takes a team effort for a married couple to cope with the joys and challenges of parenthood.
Studies have shown that when fathers are affectionate and helpful, their children are more likely to get on well with each other. When children have fathers who are emotionally involved, so that they acknowledge their children’s emotions and help them deal with bad emotions, they tend to have better relationships with children outside of their family and behave less aggressively. (Gottman, Katz & Hooven. How Families Communicate Emotionally)
Fathers with a strong commitment to their family provide a model of responsible behaviour for their children. As a consequence, their children tend to take more responsibility for their actions and rarely blame others for their mistakes. Fathers also influence their children’s moral development by being good models for their children to admire and desire to resemble. This results in their children developing a strong respect for rules and authority figures. (M.L. Hoffman. The Role of the Father in Moral Internalisation.)

Day in and day out, we probably do not appreciate all the little things that our fathers (like our mothers) do for us. Their love, their care and their guidance all go towards making our lives enriched. The thoughtful little deeds, the play times and fun times are all memories we cherish. And it is true on most occasions that whenever we are in trouble or upset, dad always seems to be there to help, guide and support us.

The following poem is dedicated to every man out there who proudly wears the name DAD.

What Makes a Dad? God took the strength of a mountain,
The majesty of a tree,

The warmth of a summer sun, The calm of a quiet sea,
The generous soul of nature,
The comforting arm of night, The wisdom of the ages,
The power of the eagle’s flight,
The joy of a morning in spring,
The faith of a mustard seed,
The patience of eternity,
The depth of a family need,
Then God combined these qualities,
And then there was nothing more to add,
He knew His masterpiece was complete,
And so, He called it—Dad.

From My Readings . . .

Father to Father: Seven tips for Fathering Success
By Michael Grose

Fatherhood is life-changing. It’s a very personal journey that a man experiences when he takes on the responsibility of parenting his kids. It’s also a vital role, and it’s all too easy to neglect the positive impact a father can have on his children’s lives.

Every father’s parenting journey will be different, and there is no one-size-fits-all answer to its challenges. But Father’s Day is just around the corner, so this is a great time for some tried and trusted parenting tips to help you be the best dad you can be.

Play to your strengths
Fathers often parent in a more active or action-oriented way than mums, so games, play time and physical activity become important parts of a man’s parenting repertoire. Your partner may not always appreciate your more active approach, particularly if you play with kids just before bedtime and then leave it to her to calm them down.

How to make it happen: Be yourself but be smart about it!
Lighten up – don’t take yourself too seriously
It’s easy to get caught up in your own importance, taking yourself and your work too seriously. For many men a bad day at work translates into poor or, at best, distracted experiences when they’re with their families. Consider putting a strategy in place, such as exercise, to help you leave work, and the bad moods it may engender, behind.

How to make it happen: Be present in mind as well as in body when you’re with your kids.

Find something in common with your child
It would be wonderful to say that you can always connect with your kids, but family life is never that straightforward. There’ll always be a child who we struggle to connect with, or a developmental stage during which the child feels alien to you. In these times it helps if you share a common interest (such as a love of sport or music) with them, so that you always have something that will bring you together, even though you may not always see eye to eye.

How to make it happen: Take an active interest in what interests your child.

Go easy on your son sometimes
Many dads are tough on their boys and have expectations that go way beyond their son’s interest and abilities. Remember, it takes boys a little longer to mature. Resist the temptation to turn every game and every father-son activity into a lesson and avoid giving advice when your all your son wants is to be understood.

How to make it happen: See the boy as he is now, not the man you want him to grow up to be.

Enjoy the outdoors with your daughter
The biological nature of fatherhood causes most men to be very protective of their daughters. But that doesn’t mean you should put your daughter on a pedestal and treat her like a little princess. Expect a lot from her. Play with her, and get her outdoors as it will do wonders for her confidence and independence.

How to make it happen: Enjoy spending time outside with your daughters on a regular basis.

Be ready for kids to knock you off your pedestal
Most children in the preschool and middle-to-late-primary school years look up to their dads. “My dad is bigger and better than your dad!” is a type of mantra that’s familiar to many men. Make the most of this admiration as the Superman Syndrome won’t last. Young children soon turn into adolescents, who generally go to great lengths to prove that you’re just Clarke Kent after all. Expect them to stop laughing at your jokes, roll their eyes at your well-intentioned advice and even give you the cold shoulder in public. Ouch! It can be hurtful to a man who just wants to be the best dad he can be.

How to make it happen: Don’t take yourself too seriously, and give them room to be grumpy sometimes.

Give your kids a compass and a map
One day your children will become truly independent individuals. Don’t worry! You won’t be irrelevant, you’ll just be taking the backseat in a more practical and managerial sense. There are two things you can do to help your kids safely navigate the world when you’re not around. First, help them develop a set of positive values including integrity, honesty and respect that will act as their moral compass when they have difficult decisions to make. Second, reveal your a personal story over time, as this narrative will become ingrained like personal map that will guide them when life gets tough. It’s good to know that they won’t be in uncharted territory when they finally strike out on their own.

How to make it happen: Take the time to tell kids your story and own it – don’t make them guess it or learn it from someone else.

Father’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on how men shape the lives of their children. It’s a very personal reflection as each man’s experience of fatherhood is as unique as the children they are raising. Take the time to reflect on your own fathering style as well as the contribution that a father (either your own dad or someone else’s dad) has made to your own life.

There is a beautiful quote from Janusz Korczak, (a Polish Jewish educator, children’s author and Principal of an orphanage in Warsaw), that I would like to share with you. This quote and the sentiment within, are my hopes and prayer for the children entrusted in our care here at CtK.

“Children are not the people of tomorrow but are people of today. They have a right to be taken seriously, and to be treated with tenderness and respect. They should be allowed to grow into whoever they were meant to be. ‘The unknown person’ inside of them is our hope for the future.”

There are ‘great things’ happening in our school due to the efforts of so many people; seek to be one of those people in the coming week!

Keep smiling as it takes all of us!

Andrew Kelly
Principal

Messages from the Assistant Principals

Aug 28, 2026

Welcome to Term 3 Week 6!

As we reach Week 6 of Term 3, it is hard to believe that we are already halfway through the term. It has been another busy and rewarding few weeks at Christ the King School, with our students continuing to embrace their learning, friendships and opportunities to grow!

Our Nature, Sensory and Bush Tucker Garden

A very special highlight has been the official opening of our Nature, Sensory and Bush Tucker Garden. This wonderful addition to our school grounds provides our students with opportunities to connect with nature, explore biodiversity and sustainability, and engage in meaningful outdoor learning.

We are incredibly grateful to the generous parent volunteers, Mel and James, who designed, funded and gifted this beautiful space to our school community. A very special thank you also to Costa Georgiadis for joining us to officially open the garden. His enthusiasm for gardening, sustainability and learning through nature was infectious, and our students thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

Rewilding Suburbia Book Launch

We are excited to share that Rewilding Suburbia by Mel Logozzo is now available for preorder.

Parents, staff and members of our school community who are interested in purchasing a copy can preorder through their preferred retailer here:

🔗 Preorder: https://www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/Rewilding-Suburbia/Mel-Logozzo/9781923135215

The book is officially available online and in stores from 1 September, perfectly timed for National Biodiversity Month and Father’s Day. Discounts may currently be available through retailers such as Amazon and Booktopia.

Book Launch Event

Mel will also be hosting a relaxed, family-friendly launch celebration at Perth City Farm on 3 September. Members of the Christ the King community are warmly invited to attend.

🔗 Event Details and Tickets:
https://events.humanitix.com/rewilding-suburbia-book-launch

Signed preorder copies of the book can also be purchased through the ticketing page and collected at the event.

We extend our congratulations to Mel and thank her for her contribution to the Christ the King School garden project. It is wonderful to see the book launched as our garden continues to grow and flourish in its next chapter. 🌿📚

2026 CEWA QCE Award

We are thrilled to share that Christ the King School has been nominated in the 2026 CEWA QCE Awards! Now, we need your help to win the People’s Choice Award!

Our Living Classroom

Designed as an all-abilities bush tucker, sensory and wildlife habitat, the Living Classroom embodies the principles of Laudato Si’ through ecological education, accessibility and stewardship.

The space features:

We need your vote!

We would be incredibly grateful if our Christ the King community could take a moment to view our nomination and cast a vote for the Living Classroom in the People’s Choice Award.

👉 Vote for the Christ the King Living Classroom nomination

Every vote helps us celebrate this special initiative and the incredible work of our students, staff and community.

Thank you for your wonderful support of Christ the King School!

Thank you to Mrs Carroll

A heartfelt thank you and congratulations to Mrs Jackie Carroll for her outstanding leadership of our school Rock Band and One Big Voice Choir. Jackie has generously shared her time, expertise, and passion for music in preparing our students for these performances. Her dedication and talent provide invaluable opportunities

for our children to develop their musical skills and confidence. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a committed and gifted music teacher and team as part of our school community. Congratulations to all of our students who participated! You are all rock stars!!

Numero Workshops at CtK

Last week, students in Years 4 to 6 participated in engaging Numero Workshops, which were a great success. These sessions provided valuable opportunities for students to strengthen their mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills in a fun and interactive way. A special thank you to Mrs Gumina for organising the

workshops and ensuring everything ran so smoothly.

Speak Up Challenge Success

On 11 August, Alexia Ferns (Year 4), Oliver Roberts (Year 5), and CJ Wayne (Year 6) proudly represented Christ the King School in the first heat of the Speak Up Challenge. All three students shone as they confidently delivered their speeches and were outstanding ambassadors for our school. Their preparation, courage, and presentation skills were evident throughout the competition. Huge thanks to Mrs Danae Doecke for co-ordinating all of this!

We are especially delighted to congratulate CJ, who has progressed to the Semi-Finals, which will be held on 31 August. Congratulations to Alexia, Oliver, and CJ on their wonderful achievements and for representing Christ the King with such pride and excellence.

SNAFL 2026

A huge congratulations to our SNAFL teams on their fantastic performances on Friday! Our Soccer team celebrated an impressive win, while our Netball and AFL teams also gave it their all and represented our school with great pride. Well done to all our students for demonstrating such wonderful sportsmanship, teamwork, perseverance and school spirit throughout the day. Your positive attitude and commitment were fantastic to see!

A very special thank you to our amazing staff who generously gave their time to coach, support and encourage our teams, as well as to our wonderful parent volunteer, Mr Zlendic, for his valued coaching and support. We are so grateful for everyone who helped make the day such a success!

2026 Catholic Arts Angelico Art Exhibition

On the weekend, it was the special viewing session for students, families and the broader school communities at the 2026 Catholic Arts Angelico Art Exhibition. The session was extremely well attended and my committee member colleagues and I all commented on what an excellent vibe there was from all who attended. It was truly wonderful to see students and their families engaging with their exhibited artworks and spending time viewing what other primary students have been creating. I had many conversations with family members who were excited about seeing what lies on the horizon for their children as they progress through primary school and continue studying the Visual Arts into secondary school, with the exhibition having two defined spaces for both primary students and secondary students.

Our Christ the King students represented our school beautifully and the looks on their faces when seeing their exhibited art was priceless! I’m so immensely proud of them and encouraged by their new aspirations to focus on what comes next for them creatively.

The exhibition remains open for one more week at the Forrest Centre – 221 St Georges Terrace, Perth, before being dismantled next Saturday, 29th August (Friday is the final viewing opportunity).

Mrs Cipriano
Visual Arts Teacher

Open Night 2026

2027 Three-Year-Old Pre-Kindergarten Enrolments Now Open!

In our Pre-Kindergarten program, children will:

Build friendships and develop positive social skills.
Grow in confidence and independence.
Explore early literacy and numeracy through hands-on, play-based experiences.
Develop language and communication skills.
Foster creativity through art, music, movement and imaginative play.
Strengthen fine and gross motor skills.
Discover God’s love through prayer, stories and everyday acts of kindness.

Please contact the school office today to learn more about our wonderful Pre-Kindergarten program.

2027 Student Intentions

Families of students currently in Kindy to Year 5 are asked to advise the Principal in writing, if they are not intending to return to Christ the King School, in 2027.

Parking and Drop-Off Reminder

As a valued member of our school community, please be considerate of our neighbours by ensuring driveways remain clear at all times and by avoiding parking on private property.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us maintain a safe and respectful environment for all members of our school community.

Unwell students

We kindly ask that unwell students are kept at home. If a child becomes unwell during the school day or presents symptoms of illness, our staff and school nurse will contact parents to arrange for them to go home. Sending sick children to school can affect the health and wellbeing of other students, staff, and their families. We greatly appreciate your understanding and support in helping us maintain a healthy school environment. For further guidance on how long children should stay home when sick, please refer to the recommendations on the WA Health website: https://www.health.wa.gov.au

Staffing Updates

We warmly welcome Mrs Laura Martinez-Vinhal, who has commenced in her new role as our Full-Time Finance Officer. If you need to contact Laura or have any questions regarding school fees, please email her at accounts@ctk.wa.edu.au. We are delighted to have Laura join our team and wish her all the very best in her new role!

We are delighted to share the wonderful news that Ms Helen King and her family are expecting a baby, due in January 2027! Helen will continue teaching with us throughout 2026 before commencing maternity leave at the end of the school year. Congratulations, Helen! We are so excited for you and your family and look forward to sharing in this very special time with you.

CtK Rock Band

Congratulations to our CtK Rock Band, who proudly represented our school at the Catholic Schools Performing Arts Festival on Tuesday 18 August at Sacred Heart College.

Our incredibly talented musicians, comprising students from Year 6, were:

Luka – Drums
Phin D – Keyboard
Kaiden, Caelan and Marcello – Guitar
Daniel – Bass
Kayla, Penny and Charlotte – Vocals

The band made CtK proud with an energetic and enthusiastic performance, entertaining the audience and demonstrating the joy that comes from making music together. Their confidence, teamwork and passion shone through from beginning to end.

Unfortunately, Daniel was unwell and unable to perform on the night. However, showing great resilience and determination, the band worked together to find a creative solution, with Phin using professional keyboard sounds to cover the bass parts. Their adaptability and commitment ensured the performance was a great success.

What an amazing night it was!

A special thank you to Mrs Carroll and Mr May for their dedication, guidance, and support. The many rehearsal opportunities they provided helped the students develop their skills and confidence, culminating in a wonderful performance.

Our CtK Rock Band worked incredibly hard and should be very proud of what they achieved. As a school community, we are extremely proud of each and every one of you.

We look forward to seeing you rock out at the BBQ & Beats Father’s Day Event on the school oval Friday 4 September.

Congratulations on a fantastic performance!

🎤 TERM 3 IS HERE! 🎤

JRS Singers is back at Christ the King Primary School!

We’re so excited to welcome our singers back for Term 3 and would love to welcome some new faces too!

Head to our website to enrol any time of term. https://jrssingers.com.au/schools/

✨ Private Singing Lessons are available during the school day.
🎶 JRS Recess Singers now meets every Tuesday at recess—perfect for students who couldn’t attend before school due to Running Club.

Our fun, positive lessons help students:
🎵 Build confidence
🎵 Develop healthy vocal technique
🎵 Learn performance skills
🎵 Make new friends who love to sing

Every student is also invited to perform at our school holiday community performances, giving them wonderful opportunities to share their voice and grow as performers in a supportive environment.

Whether your child is singing for fun or dreaming of the stage, we’d love to have them join us this term. Enrolments are now open. We can’t wait to hear your voice!

Important Dates to Note:

Week 7 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 31 August – School Tour at 9am
🗓 Tuesday 1 September – Running Club, Father’s Day Stalls for Kindy to Year 6
🗓 Wednesday 2 September – EA Appreciation Day, DaVialar House Liturgy at 2.30pm in the hall
🗓 Thursday 3 September – Running Club
🗓 Friday 4 September – P&F Father’s Day Event 3pm – 5.30pm

Week 8 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 7 September – Kindy Father’s Day afternoon at 2pm in Kindy
🗓 Tuesday 8 September – Jumps and Throws Day
🗓 Wednesday 9 September – Year 1 Assembly at 2.15pm in the hall, P&F and SAC Meeting in the library at 5pm
🗓 Thursday 10 September – Running Club, ESafe Kids Incursion – Years 4 to 6, R U OK Day?
🗓 Friday 11 September – CtK Athletics Carnival

Week 9 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 14 September – School Tour at 9am
🗓 Tuesday 15 September – Running Club
🗓 Wednesday 16 September – School photos for 3YO Kindergarten & Year 6 Graduation
🗓 Thursday 17 September – Running Club
🗓 Friday 18 September – Back Up Day for CtK Athletics Carnival

Week 10 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 21 September – Year 6 Camp
🗓 Tuesday 22 September – Running Club, Year 6 Camp
🗓 Wednesday 23 September – Year 6 Camp
🗓 Thursday 24 September – Running Club, Year 6 Strength Heroes Incursion in the hall, Term 3 concludes!
🗓 Friday 25 September – Pupil Free Day (Staff Catholic Day)

Did you know that?

Our Pre-Primary students are making wonderful progress during their daily Literacy sessions and are becoming little superstars at choral reading! It is such a joy to hear their confidence and enthusiasm as they read together each day.
Asking your child questions such as“What was the most interesting thing you learned today?” encourages them to think more deeply about their learning.
Reading with your child for just 10–15 minutes each day can make a wonderful difference to their vocabulary, comprehension and love of reading?
Father’s Day is celebrated on the first Sunday in September in Australia?
The Fremantle Dockers were founded in 1994 and played their first AFL match in 1995?
Mrs Sikaloski came into school to visit the staff and students last week and the Year 1 students were lucky enough to meet her daughter, Gianna.

Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!

GO FREO!

Mrs. Sabrina Reardon & Mrs Lisa Luelf
Acting Assistant Principal

A Message from Our Year 6 Head Girl and Head Boy – Charlotte & Caelan

Our fabulous Year 6 leaders, Charlotte and Caelan, will be interviewing our staff throughout the year so that we all can get to know each other well. This week they interviewed Miss Williams, one of our wonderful Educational Assistants! Find out more about Miss Williams below:

How long have you been an Educational Assistant for?
10 years!

Have you had another job before this one?
Cockburn Basketball Stadium Canteen and Subway

What are some of your strengths?
Organised and fun

What’s your passion?
Supporting our students and giving them the best opportunities in life

What’s your favourite food?
Sushi

What’s your favourite school value?
Inclusivity

What’s your favourite sport?
Basketball

Do you have a pet?
Boogie the black cat

A Message from our School Nurse – Ms Andrea Mangan

Message from our P&F Chair – Michelle Van Der Stroom

What a wonderful week of activity and community we have ahead of us!

This week we’re celebrating Book Week, and it’s always fantastic to see the excitement it brings to the school. From favourite characters and creative costumes to sharing a love of stories and reading, it’s one of those special weeks that creates wonderful memories for our children.

We’re also looking forward to BBQ & Beats next Friday – another great opportunity for our families to come together, enjoy some good food and music, catch up with friends and spend time as a school community. We hope to see plenty of familiar faces there! With Father’s Day just around the corner, our Father’s Day Stalls will be held next Tuesday, giving our students the chance to choose something special for the dads, grandads and father figures in their lives.

We would also love some extra helping hands with ice creams. Our P&F activities rely on the generosity of our parent community, and volunteering doesn’t need to mean a big commitment. Even a small amount of your time makes a difference and helps us continue creating these experiences for our children. If you can lend a hand, we would love to hear from you!

And finally, on behalf of the P&F, we wish all of our wonderful dads, grandads and father figures a very happy and blessed Father’s Day. We hope you enjoy being celebrated by the little (and not-so-little!) people who think the world of you.

Thank you, as always, for supporting our P&F and for being part of the community that makes our school such a special place to belong.

Warm regards,

Michelle Van Der Stroom
P&F President.

From the Principal – Term 3, Week 04

Aug 13, 2026

Dear Parents, Caregivers and Community Members,

Loving God,

As we get ready to celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary,
we give thanks for Mary, our Mother and our guide in faith.Through
her loving “yes” to Your call,
she showed us how to trust in Your plan
and follow Jesus with courage and joy.
May Mary’s faith inspire us to listen to Your voice,
her kindness teach us to care for one another,
and her love lead us closer to Your Son each day.
Bless our students, staff, and families.
Help us to live with hope, serve with generosity,
and share Your love in all that we do.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Welcome to Week 4!

It is hard to believe we are already into Week 4 of Term 3! It has been another busy few weeks across our school, with our students continuing to settle into their learning and embrace the many opportunities available to them.

Celebrating Our Sensory Bush Tucker Garden

A very exciting event happened today with the official opening of our ‘Sensory Bush Tucker Garden’. We were delighted to officially open our beautiful Habitat, Sensory and Bush Tucker Garden at Christ the King School.

The garden is so much more than a beautiful new addition to our school. It represents generosity, sustainability, inclusion, learning and our responsibility to care for God’s creation.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Mel and James, members of our wonderful school community, who generously shared their time, expertise, resources and passion to bring this project to life. Their generosity has created a very special space that will be enjoyed by our students for many years to come.

The garden features native plants, bush tucker, sensory experiences, biodiversity, recycled materials and wheelchair-accessible pathways, providing an inclusive outdoor learning environment for all our students. It will give our children opportunities to explore nature, learn about our local environment and develop a deeper appreciation of Aboriginal knowledge and connection to Country.

The garden also beautifully reflects our Catholic identity and our commitment to caring for our common home, inspired by Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’. It provides our students with a practical opportunity to learn what it means to be caretakers of creation.

A very special highlight of the opening was welcoming Costa Georgiadis from Gardening Australia to Christ the King to officially open the garden. We were also privileged to welcome Mayor of Fremantle, Ben Lawver; Deputy Executive Director of Catholic Education, Julie Hornby; Eveline Masco, Strategy and Sustainability Consultant from CEWA; Michelle Kurtis, SAC Chair; and Angela La Rosa from our P&F.

We would also like to acknowledge Mrs Tilzey for working alongside Mel and James and helping bring their vision to life.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to making this wonderful space possible. We look forward to seeing our students explore, discover, learn and connect with nature in our new garden!

Open Night 2026

We have made the decision to cancel our 2026 Open Night due to the current roofing issues and the temporary relocation of some classes. Thank you for your understanding and support!

CEWA Parent Code of Conduct

All members of our community are expected to conduct themselves in line with the School Code of Conduct, which essentially sets out a minimum standard of conduct for all here at the school. To commence Term Three, a Parent Code of Conduct was introduced, which has been developed for all schools in the CEWA system. This Parent Code of Conduct will provide specific information for parents about how they can continue to support their child and the community here at Christ the King School.

The Right to Disconnect

A gentle reminder that at Christ the King School, our staff are deeply committed to providing the best possible learning experiences and care for our students. We also recognise the importance of supporting staff wellbeing and maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life.

We ask families to please be mindful that, unless a matter is urgent, staff may take up to 48 hours to respond to emails or Seesaw messages. During school hours, teachers are focused on teaching and caring for students and may not be able to respond immediately.

Staff also have the right to disconnect from work-related communication outside their normal working hours, including from 4pm to 8.15am, on weekends and on non-working days for part-time staff.

We greatly appreciate your understanding and support in allowing our staff to switch off from work and enjoy time with their families and communities.

Pupil Free Day

Please note that we have one Pupil Free Day scheduled for Term Three which is on Friday 25 September 2026 – the final day of Term Three.

WA Student Assistance Payment

The WA Student Assistance Payment supports parents and carers with cost-of-living pressures associated with sending children to school.

All Western Australian students from Kindergarten to Year 12 with a valid WA student number are eligible to apply.

Families can claim:

$250 for each secondary student
$150 for each primary school or Kindergarten student

The payment will be available through the ServiceWA app. Parents and carers are encouraged to set up or update their ServiceWA account and ensure they have an active Digital ID.

Applications open on Monday 20 July 2026.

All claims must be submitted by Friday 25 September 2026.

For further information, please visit:
https://www.education.wa.edu.au/wasap/

2027 Three-Year-Old Pre-Kindergarten Enrolments Now Open!

In our Pre-Kindergarten program, children will:

Build friendships and develop positive social skills.
Grow in confidence and independence.
Explore early literacy and numeracy through hands-on, play-based experiences.
Develop language and communication skills.
Foster creativity through art, music, movement and imaginative play.
Strengthen fine and gross motor skills.
Discover God’s love through prayer, stories and everyday acts of kindness.

Please contact the school office today to learn more about our wonderful Pre-Kindergarten program.

2027 Student Intentions

Families of students currently in Kindy to Year 5 are asked to advise the Principal in writing, if they are not intending to return to Christ the King School, in 2027.

Providing this information as early as possible assists the school with future planning, staffing, and class organisation. Families are asked to provide at least one term’s notice, where possible.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we begin another wonderful term at Christ the King School.

Staffing Updates

Mr Andrew Kelly will be returning to Christ the King School on Monday 24 August (Week 6), following the approval of his leave extension by CEWA.

Mrs Pauline Burwood will continue teaching the Year 1 Gold class until Thursday 27 August (Week 6).

Mrs Lisa Luelf will resume her Year 1 teaching role from Monday 31 August (Week 7). We thank Pauline for all her help and support in teaching the Year 1 students. Huge thanks to Lisa L for stepping into the Assistant Principal role.

Mrs Rebecca Sgro will conclude her time as Finance Officer, this Friday. We thank Rebecca for her contribution and wish her all the very best for the future.

Mrs Laura Martinez-Vinhal will commence in her new Finance Officer role on Monday. We look forward to welcoming her to the position.

Mrs Fran Hagan has advised that she will retire from her position on 4 September. We thank Fran for the many years of dedication to our students, staff and families! Fran is currently on LSL.

Ms Caterina D’Angelo has made the decision to resign after almost 30 years of service at CtK. We are extremely grateful for Caterina’s many years of dedication and contribution to our school community.

Ms Margaret McLinden has decided to retire at the end of the school year, after 23 years at CtK. We sincerely thank Marg for her commitment and service to our students, staff and families.

Ms Andrea Mangan has resigned from her position as School Nurse, with her final day being Friday 4 September. We thank Andrea for the care and support she has provided to our students and school community.

Mr Dom has advised that he will retire at the conclusion of the 2026 school year. We will be advertising this position shortly!

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Mrs Sophie Barrett and her husband Josh, on the safe arrival of their son, Harvey. Mum, Dad and Harvey are all doing wonderfully, and we know they are enjoying this special time together as a new family. On behalf of our entire school community, we send our heartfelt congratulations, prayers and every blessing to the Barrett family as they begin this exciting new chapter.

Thank you!

As always, I would like to sincerely thank our outstanding staff at Christ the King School for the extraordinary work they do each and every day. Much of what makes our school such a wonderful place happens behind the scenes through careful planning, collaboration and an unwavering commitment to every child.

To our families, thank you for the trust you place in us each day. We never lose sight of the privilege it is to educate and care for the most important people in your lives. Working in partnership with you is one of the greatest strengths of our Christ the King community, and together we continue to create a school where every child is known, challenged, supported and loved.

May God continue to bless each of our families throughout Term 3.

Did you know that?

Our Nature Playground is almost complete! We are so excited to see this wonderful new space come to life and can’t wait for our students to enjoy it!
We are looking forward to exploring Numero with our Year 4-6 students and are excited for our workshops next week!
Book Week is just around the corner! We can’t wait to see which book characters our students (and staff) choose to dress up as!
Did you know that octopuses have three hearts?
Did you know that the word “Gospel” means “Good News”?
Did you know that caring for a garden helps us learn about sustainability and our responsibility to care for God’s creation?

GO FREO!

Mrs. Sabrina Reardon
Acting Principal

Messages from the Acting Assistant Principal – Mrs. Lisa Luelf

Aug 13, 2026

Welcome to Term 3 Week 4!

The coming weeks promise to be an exciting and busy time at our school. Our Year 1 students are looking forward to their visit to Kalamunda History Village, while our talented choir members will proudly represent our school at the One Big Voice event.

We will also be celebrating Book Week in Week 6, with this year’s theme, Symphony of Stories. A range of engaging activities has been planned to inspire a love of reading and storytelling across the school. As part of the celebrations, we will hold our annual Book Week Parade on Wednesday, 26 August. We can’t wait to see the wonderful costumes and creativity on display as students bring their favourite book characters to life.

Parking and Drop-Off Reminder

As a valued member of our school community, please be considerate of our neighbours by ensuring driveways remain clear at all times and by avoiding parking on private property.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us maintain a safe and respectful environment for all members of our school community.

🎤 TERM 3 IS HERE! 🎤

JRS Singers is back at Christ the King Primary School!

We’re so excited to welcome our singers back for Term 3 and would love to welcome some new faces too!

Head to our website to enrol any time of term. https://jrssingers.com.au/schools/

Our fun, positive lessons help students:
🎵 Build confidence
🎵 Develop healthy vocal technique
🎵 Learn performance skills
🎵 Make new friends who love to sing

Every student is also invited to perform at our school holiday community performances, giving them wonderful opportunities to share their voice and grow as performers in a supportive environment.

Whether your child is singing for fun or dreaming of the stage, we’d love to have them join us this term.

💜 Enrolments are now open.
We can’t wait to hear your voice!

Unwell students

Important Dates to Note:

Week 5 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 17 August – Year 1 Excursion to Kalamunda History Village
🗓 Tuesday 18 August – Running Club, Catholic Performing Arts (Rock Band)
🗓 Thursday 20 August – Running Club
🗓 Friday 21 August – One Big Voice Concert

Week 6 Term 3: BOOK WEEK
🗓 Monday 24 August – IEPM Meetings, Kindy and Pre-Primary Incursion – Rebecca Musical Experiences, Years 1 & 2 Author Visit
🗓 Tuesday 25 August – Running Club, IEPM Meetings, Pre-Kindy Incursion – Rebecca Musical Experiences, Year 1 – 6 Book Week Kahoot, Year 5 Excursion to PCH
🗓 Wednesday 26 August – Book Week Parade 9am in the Quad
🗓 Thursday 27 August – Running Club, IEPM Meetings, Book Week Masked Reader Video Challenge
🗓 Friday 28 August – IEPM Meetings, Year 3 – 6 Author Visit

Week 7 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 31 August – School Tour at 9am
🗓 Tuesday 1 September – Running Club
🗓 Wednesday 2 September – Father’s Day Stalls for Kindy to Year 6, DaVialar House Liturgy at 2.30pm
🗓 Thursday 3 September – Running Club
🗓 Friday 4 September – P&F Father’s Day Event 3pm – 5.30pm

Week 8 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 7 September – Kindy Father’s Day afternoon at 2pm
🗓 Tuesday 8 September – Jumps and Throws Day
🗓 Wednesday 9 September – Year 1 Assembly at 2.15pm, P&F and SAC Meeting in library at 5pm
🗓 Thursday 10 September – Running Club, ESafe Kids Incursion – Years 4 to 6, R U OK Day?
🗓 Friday 11 September – CtK Athletics Carnival

Mrs. Lisa Luelf
Acting Assistant Principal

A Message from Our Year 6 Head Girl and Head Boy – Charlotte & Caelan

Our fabulous Year 6 leaders, Charlotte and Caelan, will be interviewing our staff throughout the year so that we all can get to know each other well. This week they interviewed Mrs Da Silva, one of our wonderful Educational Assistants! Find out more about Mrs Da Silva below:

How long have you been an Educational Assistant for? 5 years
Have you had any other jobs before teaching? Trainer at the Commonwealth Bank
What are some of your strengths? Optimistic and helpful
What’s your passion? Helping others
What’s your favourite food? Seafood
What’s your favourite school value? Inclusivity
What’s your favourite sport? Netball
Do you have a pet? Eddie the Cavoodle

A Message from our School Nurse – Ms Andrea Mangan

Message from our P&F Chair – Michelle Van Der Stroom

As we move into another busy part of the school year, coming together for school events is about so much more than the event itself. These are the moments where our children have fun with their friends, parents get the chance to connect, new families become familiar faces, and we continue to build the sense of belonging that makes a school community special.

One of our next celebrations will be Father’s Day, and the P&F is looking forward to helping our students celebrate the dads, grandads and special people in their lives. We have some lovely things planned and look forward to sharing more with families very soon.

We can’t wait to celebrate Father’s Day!

Behind every one of these events is a group of parents and volunteers generously giving their time to make them happen. Sometimes it’s an hour setting up, helping on a stall or packing away; other times it’s simply attending an event and getting behind what is being organised. It all contributes.

That’s really what the P&F is about. Yes, we fundraise and organise events, but at the heart of it, we’re here to help create connection and community.

We would love to see more families getting involved as the year continues. You don’t need to be a P&F member or make a big commitment—come along, lend a hand when you can, introduce yourself to someone new and be part of it.

If you’re interested in helping out and have about an hour to spare, we have Lunch orders and Ice creams on each Friday. It’s a great way to get involved and help out children get their lunches on time and sell icy treats. Why not buddy up with a fellow parent, or with Kris, who can show you the ropes? There’s always someone to help if you need a hand! It’s a rewarding experience and we appreciate your support!

Thank you to those who have volunteered for this in the past! It truly helps with Fridays running smoothly especially since it’s our biggest lunch order day! Our school community is something we all share, and the more we each put into it, the stronger it becomes for our children.

Warm regards,

Michelle Van Der Stroom
P&F President.

From the Principal – Term 3, Week 02

Jul 31, 2026

Dear Parents, Caregivers and Community Members,

Loving God,

As we continue our journey through Term 3, we thank You for the many opportunities to learn, grow and serve one another.

Help us to approach each day with open hearts, curious minds and a willingness to do our very best. May we show kindness in our words, patience in our actions and compassion to everyone we meet.

Guide our students as they learn, our staff as they teach and support, and our families as they nurture and encourage one another. Strengthen our school community so that we may always reflect Your love through our words and actions.

May we remember that every act of kindness, every helping hand and every moment of perseverance brings us closer to becoming the people You have called us to be.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Welcome back to Term Three!

The school holidays always seem to pass quickly, but I do hope that the break provided your family with an opportunity to rest, recharge and enjoy some quality time together in preparation for another busy and exciting term at Christ the King School.

As a community, we are committed to valuing and supporting one another. Through our shared commitment as staff, students, and families, we continue to grow in love, respect, and understanding of each other. As we begin a new term together, we encourage everyone to approach each day with positivity, kindness and a willingness to support one another so that every member of our community can continue to reach their God-given potential academically, spiritually, physically and emotionally.

A special congratulations to all students who returned wearing their uniform correctly. Our students continue to represent Christ the King School with great pride through the way they present themselves each day.

Term Three is always a wonderful time of the year, filled with many opportunities beyond our usual teaching and learning programs. While the term can sometime begin with cooler, wetter weather, we look forward to the gradual transition into warmer days. This season brings longer daylight hours, new growth, and the excitement of spring. Of course, it also brings AFL Finals excitement, which is particularly special in 2026 for our many Fremantle Dockers supporters!

There is so much happening at CtK, and we look forward to sharing these experiences with our students and families throughout the term.

School Reports

At the end of last term, all families should have received their child’s Semester One Report. We encourage you to take the time to discuss your child’s achievements, strengths and areas for continued growth. Reports provide valuable insight into your child’s progress and help identify areas that can be further developed throughout Semester Two. As always, open and respectful communication between home and school is essential. If you have any questions or would like to discuss your child’s progress, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teacher.

Pupil Free Day

Please note that we have one Pupil Free Day scheduled for Term Three which is on Friday 25 September 2026 – the final day of Term Three.

CEWA Parent Code of Conduct

At CtK, we are proud of the positive relationships that exist between our students, staff and families. All members of our community are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with our School Code of Conduct, which outlines the standards of behaviour and respect expected within our community.

At the beginning of Term Three, a Parent Code of Conduct was introduced across all schools within Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA). This Code has been developed to provide guidance for parents and carers about how they can continue to support their child, our staff and the wider school community.

We thank our families for their continued support in maintaining respectful, positive and collaborative partnerships.

The Right to Disconnect

The staff at Christ the King School are a very dedicated and committed team of professionals who work tirelessly to provide the best possible learning experiences and care for our students. Recently, changes have been introduced regarding teacher working conditions and workload expectations outside of normal working hours. We would like to share some important information with families regarding these changes.

Unless a matter is urgent, it is reasonable to allow up to 48 hours for staff to respond to emails or seesaw messages. During the school day, teachers are often unable to respond immediately as they are engaged in teaching and have a duty of care to the students in their classrooms.

Staff also have the right to disconnect from work communications outside of their normal working hours. This includes the period from 4pm until 8.15am the following morning, weekends, and non-working days for part-time staff.

This change recognises that our staff members also have commitments and responsibilities outside of school. Many are parents, family members, and valued members of their own communities, and it is important that they have the opportunity to maintain a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives. Thank you for your support.

Term Three Uniform Expectations – Shoes, Socks & Haircuts

At the end of last term, we noticed some students arriving at school wearing incorrect footwear and socks. A reminder that students are required to wear:

The correct shoes to school each day
White socks only, with no logos or prints on them

We also remind families that haircuts must be appropriate for school. Hair that is longer than collar length must be tied back. Extreme hairstyles, including shaved patterns or words, mohawks, mullets, spikes, or significant variations in length, are not part of our School Uniform Procedures.

We understand that children enjoy expressing themselves and following current trends; however, our uniform expectations help ensure that all students present themselves neatly and proudly as members of the Christ the King School community.

Term Three Class Overviews

Term Three Class Overviews will be uploaded to Seesaw after 3pm today. These overviews provide families with information about the learning taking place in your child’s classroom throughout the term, as well as important dates and events.

WA Student Assistance Payment

The WA Student Assistance Payment supports parents and carers with cost-of-living pressures associated with sending children to school.

All Western Australian students from Kindergarten to Year 12 with a valid WA student number are eligible to apply.

Families can claim:

$250 for each secondary student
$150 for each primary school or Kindergarten student

The payment will be available through the ServiceWA app. Parents and carers are encouraged to set up or update their ServiceWA account and ensure they have an active Digital ID.

Applications open on Monday 20 July 2026.

All claims must be submitted by Friday 25 September 2026.

For further information, please visit:
https://www.education.wa.edu.au/wasap/

2027 Three-Year-Old Pre-Kindergarten Enrolments Now Open!

In our Pre-Kindergarten program, children will:

Build friendships and develop positive social skills.
Grow in confidence and independence.
Explore early literacy and numeracy through hands-on, play-based experiences.
Develop language and communication skills.
Foster creativity through art, music, movement and imaginative play.
Strengthen fine and gross motor skills.
Discover God’s love through prayer, stories and everyday acts of kindness.

Contact the school office today to learn more about our wonderful Pre-Kindergarten program.

2027 Student Intentions

Families of students currently in Kindy to Year 5 are asked to advise the Principal in writing, if they are not intending to return to Christ the King School, in 2027. Providing this information as early as possible assists the school with future planning, staffing, and class organisation. Families are asked to provide at least one term’s notice, where possible.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we begin another wonderful term at Christ the King School.

Student Spotlight

Over the school holidays Marcello Lloyd, Year 6 Red, competed in the 2026 Karate Australia National Championships in Hobart, Tasmania. Marcello was selected as a dual athlete for WA competing in both Kata and Kumite events within his age and weight categories. Marcello felt very proud to represent WA and found it inspirational to stand shoulder to shoulder with Australia’s elite karate athletes. Western Australia finished second on the national medal tally, with 17 gold, 21 silver and 41 bronze medals. Go WA! Congratulations Marcello – we are so proud of you!

Did you know that…

Many students and staff enjoyed exciting adventures overseas during the July school holidays, with several travelling throughout Europe!
Mr Geaney continues to lead the way in our staff AFL footy tipping competition!
Last week, our Year One students had lots of fun exploring the exciting world of all things 100!
During the school holidays, all sandpits were carefully sifted, cleaned and prepared to ensure they were safe and ready for students to enjoy at the beginning of Term 3.
When we encourage children to read, we give them so much more than words on a page – we nurture confidence, curiosity and the opportunity to discover new worlds.
A beautiful new habitat, sensory and bush tucker garden has been created at our school near the basketball courts thanks to the dedication of two very special parent volunteers. We are excited to welcome a very ‘special guest’ who will officially open the garden soon. Stay tuned for more details. Watch this space!

GO FREO!

Mrs. Sabrina Reardon
Acting Principal

Messages from the Acting Assistant Principal – Mrs. Lisa Luelf

Jul 31, 2026

Welcome to Term 3!

Term 3 has begun wonderfully, and it is already shaping up to be another busy and exciting term. We have many events to look forward to over the coming weeks, including Book Week, the One Big Voice Concert, Catholic Performing Arts events, our Sports Carnival, Open Night, Father’s Day celebrations, and much more.

It has been fantastic to welcome our students back and see their smiling faces around the school. The positive energy, enthusiasm, and readiness to learn have been evident across our community. Seeing our children return so eager to engage in their learning has been a wonderful way to begin the term.

This week, we also celebrated NAIDOC Week as a school community. Students participated in a range of NAIDOC themed activity stations, as well as cultural dance performances and workshops. These experiences provided valuable opportunities for students to learn about and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. A sincere thank you to our First Nations Team for their hard work in organising these meaningful activities. Your efforts are greatly appreciated and helped make the celebrations such a success.

NAPLAN Results

Last week, all Year 3 and Year 5 students received their 2026 NAPLAN results.

The NAPLAN report provides information about student achievement across four assessment areas:

Reading
Writing
Conventions of Language (Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation)
Numeracy

The report also shows how each student’s results compare with the national proficiency standards for their year level.

We encourage families to review the report together and celebrate their child’s achievements and progress. While NAPLAN provides valuable information through a national standardised assessment, it represents only one snapshot of a student’s learning at a particular point in time. NAPLAN results are most meaningful when considered alongside classroom assessments, teacher feedback, and the broader picture of each child’s learning journey and growth throughout the year.

A Huge Thank You to Our Volunteers

A heartfelt thank you to Mel Fiocco and her wonderful team of volunteers who generously gave their time to undertake a much needed clean up of our school hall.

We are incredibly grateful for your support and dedication. The willingness of our families to contribute their time and talents is a wonderful reflection of the strong community spirit that makes Christ the King such a special place.

Your efforts are greatly appreciated and serve as another reminder of the caring, supportive, and committed school community we are fortunate to have.

Uniforms

Last term, our updated School Uniform Policy was shared with all families. This policy was developed in partnership with parents, students, and staff to ensure it reflects the values and expectations of our school community. Following a three-year transition period, the updated uniform requirements came into full effect at the beginning of 2026.

OurschooluniformisanimportantpartofouridentityandhelpsfosterasenseofbelongingandprideinbeingamemberoftheChristtheKingcommunity.Wegreatlyappreciatetheongoingsupportofourfamiliesinensuringstudentswearthecorrectuniformeachday.

Please refer to the uniform posters below, which clearly outline our uniform expectations. Thank you for your partnership in helping our students represent our school with pride.

Unwell students

Learning Highway

This term, students will be exploring the ‘Learning Highway’ during Health lessons. We encourage parents to use these strategies as a guide for discussing learning experiences, challenges, and achievements with their children, helping them reflect on and celebrate their learning journey.

The classroom can have lots of challenges. These could be work challenges: it might be too hard, too easy, boring, something you’ve done before or something you’re just not interested in. There are also classmate challenges. There might be children who talk a lot, don’t listen to the teacher, behave rudely or distract others.

Important Dates to Note:

Week 2 Term 3:

🗓 Tuesday 28 July – Year 3 and Year 5 REA Online Practice, Running Club

🗓 Wednesday 29 July – NAIDOC Day Celebrations

🗓 Thursday 30 July – Running Club, Cultural Performances and Workshops Incursion

🗓 Friday 31 July – P&F Principal for a day

Week 3 Term 3:

🗓 Monday 3 August – School Tour

🗓 Tuesday 4 August – Year 3 and Year 5 REA Online, Running Club

🗓 Thursday 6 August – Running Club

🗓 Friday 7 August – Year 3 and Year 5 REA Online – Catch up day

Week 4 Term 3:

🗓 Tuesday 11 August – Running Club, Interschool Speak Ups at Scarborough 12pm – 3pm

🗓 Wednesday 12 August – Year 3 Assembly at 2.15pm, P&F and SAC Meeting in the Library 5pm – 7pm

🗓 Thursday 13 August – Running Club

🗓 Friday 14 August – SNAFL Carnival at Morris Buzacott Reserve

Week 5 Term 3:

🗓 Monday 17 August – Year 1 Excursion to Kalamunda History Village

🗓 Tuesday 18 August – Running Club, Catholic Performing Arts (Rock Band)

🗓 Thursday 20 August – Running Club

🗓 Friday 21 August – One Big Voice Concert

Mrs. Lisa Luelf
Acting Assistant Principal

A Message from Our Year 6 Head Girl and Head Boy – Charlotte & Caelan

Our fabulous Year 6 leaders, Charlotte and Caelan, will be interviewing our staff throughout the year so that we all can get to know each other well. This week they interviewed Mrs Craine, our wonderful Science Teacher! Find out more about Mrs Craine below:

How long have you been teaching for? 25 years

Have you had any other jobs before teaching? Worked at Australia Post (on the phone)

What are some of your strengths? Patience and passion for teaching

What’s your passion? Family and Golf

What’s your favourite food? Italian

What’s your favourite school value? Inclusivity

What’s your favourite sport? Golf

Do you have a pet? 2 dogs

A Message from our School Nurse – Ms Andrea Mangan

Message from our P&F Chair – Michelle Van Der Stroom

Hello Parents and Friends,

Have you seen the hall?? Our amazing team and volunteers have cleaned it all up and made it look amazing for our community!

One of the greatest gifts we can give our children is the opportunity to belong to a positive, connected and supportive community.

Our school is much more than a place where children come to learn. It is a place where friendships are formed, families support one another, and children watch the adults around them to learn what kindness, respect and community truly look like.

The P&F exists to help strengthen those connections. While we organise events and fundraising activities throughout the year, our purpose goes far beyond that. Every gathering, every conversation, every volunteer and every act of generosity contributes to creating a school community where everyone feels welcome and valued.

As parents and caregivers, we all bring different experiences, ideas and perspectives. We all share a common goal—to provide the very best environment for our children to learn, grow and thrive. When we choose respect, kindness and understanding, we model the values we hope our children will carry into the world.

A thriving school community isn’t built by a committee alone. It’s built by every family who chooses to be involved, to encourage others, to offer a helping hand, and to see themselves as part of something bigger than themselves.

As we continue through the year, I encourage each of us to reflect on the role we can play in making our school an even stronger community. Whether that’s volunteering at an event, attending a P&F meeting, supporting another family, or simply speaking positively about our school, every action helps shape the culture our children experience each day.

Thank you to every member of our school community who contributes, encourages and supports one another. Together, we can continue building a school where every child and every family feel proud to belong.

A reminder that our next P & F meeting is the 12th of August at 5pm. All Parents are welcome to attend!

Michelle Van Der Stroom

P&F President.

From the Principal – Term 2, Week 10

Jun 25, 2026

Dear Parents, Caregivers and Community Members,

Heavenly Father,

As we enter the final week of Term 2, we thank You for guiding us through the past 11 weeks. Thank You for the opportunities to learn, grow and support one another.

Please give us strength and motivation to finish the term well. Help us stay focused on our studies, be kind to those around us, and do our best in all that we do. Give wisdom to our teachers as they continue to guide and encourage us.

As the holidays approach, help us to reflect on what we have achieved and be grateful for the blessings You have given us. Keep our families and school community safe, healthy, and joyful.

May we continue to grow in knowledge, character, and faith each day.

Amen.

Welcome to Week 10

It is hard to believe that we have already reached Week 10 of our 11 week term. The term has certainly flown by, and there is still plenty happening around the school before we finish for the holidays, next week.

This is an important time for students to remain focused on their learning, complete any outstanding tasks and continue to demonstrate our school values. We encourage families to support their children in maintaining good routines and attendance right through to the end of term, so they can make the most of the learning opportunities still ahead.

The Power of Teamwork at CtK

As I look back at the busy term we have all had, I have come to realise that teamwork really matters. It teaches us how to collaborate, communicate and care for one another. It helps us understand that everyone has a role to play and that success is something we build together.

When we work as a team, we learn resilience, empathy and confidence qualities that help us not only at school but throughout our lives. Teamwork is the quiet magic that turns individual effort into collective success, and we see it everywhere at CtK: in our classrooms, on sporting fields, at recess and lunch, during music experiences and across our wider community.

What makes CtK such a special place is the people who work together every day to support our students and families. Whether teaching, leading, assisting, coaching, organising or caring for others behind the scenes, every member of our team contributes to the life and spirit of our school.

As we reflect on all that has been achieved, we extend our sincere thanks to the entire CtK team for their dedication, commitment and hard work. Your willingness to support one another, embrace challenges, and work collaboratively creates opportunities for our students to thrive. Together, you make a positive difference every day, and our school community is stronger because of your efforts.

As we continue this year, let’s make our motto visible in everything we do, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to ‘care for and respect everyone’.

As we look towards the upcoming school holiday break, I would like to thank our students, staff and families for their ongoing commitment and support throughout what has been a busy and productive term. It has been wonderful to see the growth, achievements and enthusiasm displayed by our students across all areas of school life.

We wish all our CtK families a safe, restful and enjoyable holiday period and look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready for another exciting term of learning. If you are travelling, please be safe and look after each other!

Term 3 resumes for all students on Tuesday 21 July. Monday 20 July is a Pupil Free Day for our students. Staff will be involved in Professional Development, facilitated by CEWA.

P&F Disco

Our P&F Disco on Friday night was a success! Our students had an absolute ball, and it was wonderful to see so many smiling faces enjoying the music, dancing and spending time together.

A huge thank you to our dedicated P&F team for their hard work and commitment in making the evening such a memorable event. A great deal of planning, organisation and effort went into ensuring the disco ran smoothly, and we are incredibly grateful to these wonderful volunteers who generously give their time for the benefit of our children and school community.

Speak Up Final

Our Speak Up Final was held yesterday, and it was an outstanding showcase of student talent. The students spoke with confidence, poise and exceptional skill, delivering speeches of an impressively high standard. The judges were extremely complimentary of both the quality of the presentations and the professionalism displayed by all participants.

Thank you to our Year 3-6 teachers for the time, effort, and encouragement you invested in preparing your students. Your guidance helped build their confidence and enabled them to present so effectively in front of a large audience.

A special thank you to Mrs Danae Doecke for coordinating the event. The afternoon ran seamlessly and professionally, reflecting the considerable work undertaken behind the scenes to ensure its success.

I was incredibly proud of our students and grateful for the dedication shown by everyone involved in making the event such a memorable occasion.

Guest judge Mrs Julie Scali shared the following reflection:

“It was such a privilege to be a guest judge for the Christ the King, Beaconsfield Speak Up Awards and to witness the impact of SRSD writing instruction transformed into inspiring, moving, humorous, and at times almost tear-jerking persuasive and informative speeches. Topics ranged from Women’s Empowerment, Rottnest Island, ADHD, Blobfish, and Shakespeare. When students can transform their personal opinions into well-structured, high-quality persuasive texts, they develop the important life skill of advocating for themselves and others. Likewise, when they can effectively write and present informative pieces, they gain the ability to communicate and explain factual content with clarity and confidence. The value of these skills cannot be underestimated.”

We extend our sincere thanks to Mrs Julie Scali from Literacy Impact Educational Services and Mr Nick Smith from CEWA, for serving as our judges. It was a very special afternoon and we congratulate all students who participated, as well as our prize winners, on their outstanding achievements. Well done!

Did you know that….

The kindy students were making potato heads in Art class with Mrs Cipriano this week and were getting very creative!
We now have a waitlist for our Kindy classes for 2027!
Gino in Pre-Primary can speak fluent Italian!
Miss Mickel was once a student at CtK – can you believe it?
There are many families heading to Europe for the upcoming school holidays. Are they trying to escape the cold and wet weather here in Perth?
Mrs Benino has twins!
June is one of only four months with exactly 30 days!

GO FREO!

Mrs. Sabrina Reardon
Acting Principal

Messages from the Acting Assistant Principal – Mrs. Lisa Luelf

Jun 25, 2026

Welcome to Week 10!

As the term comes to a close, we reflect on what has been a busy and highly productive time. There has been a great deal of learning, teaching and many enriching experiences for our students.

Throughout the term, we have celebrated significant events including the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation, our school Cross Country, a variety of incursions and excursions, Running Club, class assemblies and the Speak Up Awards, to name just a few.

Looking ahead, Term 3 promises to be just as engaging, with special events such as our Book Week Parade and Open Night among the highlights.

We wish all families a safe, happy and well-deserved holiday. The break provides a valuable opportunity to rest, recharge and spend time together.

Semester 1 Reports for PP – Year 6 students

Mid-Year Reports for students in Pre-Primary to Year 6 will be released at the end of the school day on Thursday 2 July, 2026 via SEQTA Engage.

At Christ the King School, we continue to implement the revised WA Curriculum and report student progress in line with School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) guidelines. These reports provide an accurate and objective assessment of each student’s progress and achievement against the Western Australian Achievement Standards.

In line with CEWA’s updated reporting practices, each learning area (e.g. English) is now reported with an overall grade rather than separate grades for individual strands (e.g. reading, writing, speaking and listening). This reflects the interconnected nature of skills within each learning area. Teachers make a holistic, professional judgement using a range of formal and informal assessment evidence, aligned with SCSA achievement standards and assessment pointers. Please note that mid-year reports reflect student achievement based on the curriculum taught to this point in the year. Some students working on an Individual Education Plan will receive a report aligned to their modified learning program.

To ensure you can access your child’s report without delay, we kindly ask that you check your login details now, before reports are released in Week 11.

All new families in Years 1-6, along with all Pre-Primary families, should now have received a welcome email with instructions to set up their SEQTA Engage account. Emails have been sent to both parents/carers; however, if you prefer to use a single shared login, there is no need to activate the second account.

If you cannot find the welcome email in your Inbox, please check your Junk or Spam folders, as bulk emails can occasionally be filtered there. If you require assistance, please contact the school office at admin@ctk.wa.edu.au

If you have not logged into SEQTA recently, particularly since last year’s reports were released, we strongly recommend logging in as soon as possible. Accounts that have not been accessed for some time may require a password reset or reprovisioning.

When accessing SEQTA Engage, please avoid using a saved bookmark, as cached data can sometimes affect login access. Instead, access SEQTA via a new link through the SEQTA ENGAGE quick link on the school website or directly via:
https://ctk.engage.cewa.edu.au

We encourage all families to complete this check over the next few days to ensure reports can be accessed smoothly when released. Please do not leave this until the last minute.

Please also note that Year 6 parents/carers should download, print, and save copies of reports this year, as students will transition out of the Primary SEQTA system at the end of the school year.

Uniforms

The school holidays are an ideal time to refresh school uniforms and shoes. As we reach the midpoint of the school year, this is a great opportunity to ensure that uniforms are fitting well and in good condition, and that shoes are clean and polished in preparation for the start of Term 3.

The break is also a helpful time for students to have a fresh and appropriate haircut, ready for a positive and organised return to school.

Thank you for your support in maintaining our school standards.

Telethon Fundraiser

On Wednesday, 1st July, CtK will be holding our annual Telethon fundraiser. Students are invited to wear free dress for a gold coin donation.

During recess and lunch, there will be a range of fun activities for students to enjoy, including the chance to purchase delicious baked goods, browse preloved books and take part in a “guess the number of lollies in the jar” competition.

These are just a few of the exciting activities planned for the day, and we look forward to a wonderful community event in support of a great cause.

Unwell students

Important Dates to Note:

Week 11 Term 2:
🗓 Tuesday 30 June – Running Club
🗓 Wednesday 1 July – Telethon Fundraiser
🗓 Thursday 2 July – Running Club, Reports released to parents at 3.30pm
🗓 Friday 3 July – Term 2 concludes

Week 1 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 20 July – PUPIL FREE DAY
🗓 Tuesday 21 July – Term 3 begins, Running Club
🗓 Wednesday 22 July – Year 5 Excursion to Brownes Diary
🗓 Thursday 23 July – Running Club
🗓 Friday 24 July – P&F Busy Bee
🗓 Saturday 25 July – P&F Busy Bee

Week 2 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 27 July – Year 3 and Year 5 REA Online Practice
🗓 Tuesday 28 July – Running Club
🗓 Thursday 30 July – Running Club
🗓 Friday 31 July – P&F Principal for a day

Week 3 Term 3:
🗓 Monday 3 August – Year 3 and Year 5 REA Online
🗓 Tuesday 4 August – Running Club
🗓 Thursday 6 August – Running Club
🗓 Friday 7 August – Year 3 and Year 5 REA Online – Catch up day

Mrs. Lisa Luelf
Acting Assistant Principal

A Message from Our Year 6 Head Girl and Head Boy – Charlotte & Caelan

Our fabulous Year 6 leaders, Charlotte and Caelan, will be interviewing our staff throughout the year so that we all can get to know each other well. This week they interviewed Miss Mickel, our wonderful Year 6 Teacher! Find out more about Miss Mickel below:

How long have you been teaching for?
2 years

Have you had any other jobs before teaching?
Yes, a tennis coach in a Summer in America and a swimming teacher.

What are some of your strengths?
Adaptable

What’s your passion?
To be the best person I can be!

What’s your favourite food?
Hot chips

What’s your favourite school value?
Inclusivity

What’s your favourite sport?
Footy and tennis

Do you have a pet?
Yes, 2 cats Karen and Colin

A Message from our School Nurse – Ms Andrea Mangan

Message from our P&F Chair – Michelle Van Der Stroom

Winter Wonderland Disco Success

What an incredible evening we had at our Winter Wonderland School Disco!

The disco is always one of the highlights of the school year, and it was wonderful to see so many students enjoying a night filled with music, dancing, games and plenty of fun with their friends. The excitement and energy throughout the evening were a wonderful reminder of what makes our school community so special.

Events like these are about much more than just a fun night out. They provide opportunities for our children to build friendships, create lasting memories and strengthen the sense of belonging that makes our school such a welcoming community.

On behalf of the P&F, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible volunteers, staff and supporters who helped make the evening possible. From planning and decorating, to serving food, supervising activities and packing up at the end of the night, your generosity and willingness to help is greatly appreciated. These events simply could not happen without you.

Thank you also to all the families who attended and supported the event. Your involvement helps create the vibrant community spirit that we are so fortunate to enjoy.

Some fun events are coming up in the next couple of weeks as the term wraps up:

Telethon Fundraiser on the 1st of July – Gold coin donation for free dress and another gold coin donation to enter the colour competition (Due on the 30th of June)

Tommy Sugo will finish at the end of the term so please get your orders in!

We will be running some wonderful events next term so please be sure to be involved by signing up on the hub:

Christ The King Parents and Friends | CtK Beaconsfield Parents and Friends

Michelle.