The West #6 2025

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As we approach the end of another busy and rewarding term, we want to take a moment to reflect on the many wonderful things happening across our school over the past weeks.

We have seen an incredible amount of student involvement in sports and physical activity. Our girls have been enjoying after-school cricket, and many students have been participating enthusiastically in before-school running club, interschool training sessions and netball practice. We’ve also had a number of keen early risers attending tennis coaching before school. It’s been inspiring to see so many students embracing these opportunities to be active, learn new skills and show great team spirit.

A highlight of the term has been the creation of our new Zen Den, a beautiful upgrade to the C Block wet area that has been transformed into a calming and purposeful space for learning and social and emotional support. This tranquil room is already being used by students across the school to support their wellbeing. We extend our sincere thanks to Annette Dimitrovski for her vision and dedication, to the P&C for generously funding the project and to the wonderful volunteers who worked tirelessly over the past few weeks to bring it to life.

We’re looking forward to seeing many of you at Nanna Bingo this Friday night. It promises to be a night full of fun, laughter and community connection. There are still a few tickets available if you'd like to join us! A huge thank you to our wonderful P&C for organising this event and for their continued fundraising efforts, which support many areas of school life, including our school choir. Their dedication and enthusiasm make a real difference to our students and community.

Looking ahead to Week 10, we are excited to celebrate NAIDOC with a rich and meaningful program that looks a little different this year. Students from Pre Primary to Year 6 will participate in activities run by Boorloo Aboriginal Cultural Experiences, including a traditional Welcome to Country. We are deeply grateful to the P&C for funding this unique learning opportunity. Across the two days, students will also take part in classroom lessons and buddy activities that celebrate and honour the histories, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Teachers have been working exceptionally hard behind the scenes to assess student progress and prepare end-of-semester reports. We appreciate their thoughtful and professional approach in providing families with valuable insight into each child’s learning journey. Reports will be available to families via Connect on Wednesday 2 July.

Looking ahead to Semester Two, we wish both Marcelle Langley (Year 2) and Shannon Scott (PP Wednesdays) a wonderful break as they take Long Service Leave. We welcome Charlotte Dodd and Jane Sibosado to these roles. Both are familiar faces who already have strong relationships with the children. They have had a thorough handover and are ready to step in with confidence and care.

As this is our final newsletter for the term, we want to thank our amazing students, dedicated staff and supportive families for another term of hard work, growth and connection. We wish you all a safe and happy holiday and look forward to seeing everyone back for Term 3.

Kim, Lee & Sharon

TA12 Assembly

In Week 4, the Year 6’s were lucky enough to go on an excursion to the Perth Zoo. Following our visit, we created a short play for our assembly to show our families how the day went…

Our teacher, lovely Miss Snow 
Was kind and sweet from head to toe. 
She had a heart of gold, it’s true 
Last week she took us to the zoo. 
 
We followed her in single file 
Past the cage named CROCODILE. 
And though it made a fearful din 
When our Heath toppled in 
Our teacher flicked her short blonde hair, 
And tenderly she left him there. 
 
Then when we reached the lion pit 
Happily Miss Snow said, “Let’s sit 
And eat our picnic lunches here 
Be careful not to trip – oh dear!” 
 

The giant cats chewed and chewed 
And that’s how we lost Subin too. 
 “How sad!” said Snowy. “What a waste! 
It’s put me off my salmon paste.” 
 
A cage of vultures next she spied 
“What pretty little birds!” she cried, 
 “You look as though you’ve starved for weeks! 
Come Ava, Jack, pat their beaks!” 
 

If Ava hadn’t panicked they 
Would surely be alive today 
But vultures can be nervous birds 
“You’ll live and learn!” were teachers words. 
 
The next attractions on the bill 
Were killer pythons from Brazil 
“I’ll hold you up so you can see!” 
Said Snowy, “Whoops! Goodness me!” 

 
And little Amelia showed us all 
How quickly killer pythons crawl 
In only half and hour or so 
They’d wrapped her up from head to toe.  

It soon was very clear to me 
Our group had dwindled down to three 
A nervous Charlie, Piper, and Gio 
And smiling ear to ear Miss Snow. 
 
“Oh look!” she cried. “Some poisonous fishes!” 
Frankly, we were all suspicious 
When she told the three of us 
To fetch our bather from the bus. 
 
So just to keep our teacher cool  
We nudged her splash! Into the pool. 
And as she sunk, said Gio my brother 
“One kind turn deserves another.” 

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Aussie of the Month

Zara, TA16

This award was proudly given to Zara in recognition of her incredible kindness, compassion and maturity. She’s a true role model when it comes to leading with heart. Zara always treats others with warmth and respect, and she goes out of her way to make sure everyone feels welcome, included and supported. Her positive attitude and gentle nature create a ripple effect across our school community. Whether she’s lending a hand, offering a kind word, or just being there to listen, Zara makes her classroom and school a better place to be. Her ability to handle things with empathy and understanding shows a maturity beyond her years. Well done, Zara!

TA7 Assembly

On Thursday, 19 June, the Year 2 students from TA7 presented a delightful assembly based on Jack and the Beanstalk. This term in Talk for Writing, we have been learning how to craft engaging narratives. Students explored key storytelling techniques, including the use of adverbial phrases, powerful verbs, mental verbs, and strong story openings, all structured around the story mountain framework.

Miss Abrahams is incredibly proud of what the students have achieved and how confidently they presented their work.

Here’s what some of the students had to say:

“I loved when we sang the whole school song and when I spoke in the microphone”- Sophie 

“I felt really nervous at the start of the assembly because of how much people were there but at the end I saw my mum and I felt better”- Jayden 

“My mum and dad came there. My favourite part was when I was talking. I liked the whole assembly. It was the best- Luca

“I loved my assembly on the 19^th of June 2025. It was about Jack and the Bean stalk and how to write narratives. We did the story Jack and the Beanstalk and acted it out to everyone.” – Adalee 

"On Thursday, it was our assembly. We had a great time at our assembly. It was the best!”- James 

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Our Rising Netball Star

The WBPS Netball Club would like to congratulate one of our Year 6 athletes, Ava. Ava was recently selected through a trial process by the Perth Netball Association (PNA) into the PIPPS (Perth Identified Players Program) talent development program for PNA registered athletes to take part in an 8 week specialist coaching program. From these squads, teams and training partners are selected to play in The Fuel to Go & Play Association Championships held annually over the June long weekend. 

The expectation of selected athletes is commitment, training intensity and a positive attitude to personal and team development both on and off the court. Ava more than demonstrated these expectations over the 8 weeks and was awarded the Under 12s  Rising Star Award. Well done Ava!

Crazy Hair Day - Friday 4 July

Get ready to twist, tease, spike, spray and colour, because Crazy Hair Day is coming to West Balcatta Primary on Friday 4 July! This fun and colourful event invites all students and staff to come to school with the wackiest, wildest hairstyles they can imagine.

From rainbow mohawks to sparkly buns, upside-down ponytails to wig-tastic wonders... The sky’s the limit when it comes to creativity! The aim is to have fun, share a few laughs and raise money for a great cause.

We ask everyone taking part to bring a gold coin donation on the day. All funds raised will go towards the Year 6 Leaving Gift to the School, a special tradition that leaves a lasting legacy from our graduating students.

We can’t wait to see the crazy creations on the day!

WA Student Assistance Payment

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

All Western Australian school students in Kindergarten to Year 12, with a valid WA student number, are eligible for this cost-of-living payment.

You can claim $250 for each secondary student and $150 for students attending primary school or kindergarten.

If you haven’t yet claimed, we can support you to do so.

You can submit your claim through:

• the ServiceWA app
• an online form at education.wa.edu.au/wasap/claim
• a postal form, available to print at education.wa.edu.au/wasap/alternative-claim-methods

What you need

• The WA student number (WASN) for each student. This 8-digit number is sometimes called a SCSA or student number. This number can be found on school reports, including previous NAPLAN results. It may also be on a school-issued secondary student's SmartRider.
• The name at time of enrolment, date of birth, school name, and year level of each student you are claiming for.
• The bank account details where the payment will be deposited.
• 100-points of identification is not claiming through ServiceWA.

Contact the office if you cannot access any of the above claim methods or provide 100-points of identification. We are here to help! For more information on eligibility and claiming go to www.education.wa.edu.au/wasap.

If you would like to speak to someone about eligibility or how to claim call 13 33 92 for support.

All claims must be received by Friday 4 July 2025.

School Hats

No Hat, No Play – A Reminder for All Families

At West Balcatta Primary School, we are committed to keeping our students safe in the sun. As part of our No Hat, No Play policy, all students are required to wear a red school bucket hat when outside during recess, lunch, sport and other outdoor activities.

We’ve noticed an increase in the number of students arriving at school without their hats. While we have a small supply of spare hats for emergencies, these are intended for occasional use only.

Students who are coming to the office to borrow a hat on a regular basis will now be sent home with a reminder slip, encouraging families to purchase a hat. Red school bucket hats are available from Tudor Uniforms, and we recommend clearly labelling hats with your child’s name.

Thank you for your ongoing support in promoting sun safety at our school.

Nanna Bingo - This Friday!

“Nanna Bingo - a Bingo, Music and Comedy show straight from Fringe Festival; it’s run by Nanna herself so be prepared for a lively show!”

Time to channel your inner Nonna & Nonno; where “Walking Canes & Zimmer Frames unite”! 

Our beautiful West Balcatta Choir has really expanded this year with over one hundred voices! They’ve asked us for new choir shirts so they can ALL be properly outfitted and we thought that was a brilliant excuse for a Kids Free Night Out!

Tickets on sale until sold out via: 

This is licensed adults only event. Drinks will be available to purchase. No BYO.

Tables are welcome to bring their own food.

A night of games & prizes for ‘best dressed’

Please bring cash and card to join in the fun!