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Students Innovate with ‘Brekkie Bricks’ at LEGO League Tournament

On 19 November 2023, Swan Christian College participated in the LEGO League Regional Tournament at Aquinas College. The Lego League Club has been running on Thursday afternoons for students from Years 5 to 10 since 2016 and allows students the opportunity to build on their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) skills such as robotics, engineering and coding.

Camp Australia Holiday Bookings

Bookings are now open for Camp Australia’s Rocketeers program during the Christmas break.

New Wild Play Zone: A Vision becomes Reality

On Wednesday, 6 December, the brand new Wild Play Zone was unveiled, ready to welcome a throng of excited children, parents and staff.

Celebrating our Students’ Achievements in 2023

As we bid farewell to 2023, we are compelled to reflect upon the remarkable journey we've shared as a community. In celebrating the achievements of our students, we find inspiration in the words of 2 Corinthians 9:8: "And God is able to make all grace abound unto you; that you, having always all sufficiency in everything, may abound unto every good work."

Mobile Phone Lockers

Over the last few months, the College has explored options to reduce the impact of mobile phones on student learning and the social effects of their misuse in a school context.  WA government schools banned mobile phones in schools at the commencement of the 2020 school year and other states followed.

Saturday Morning Cartoon Drawing Workshops at Ellenbrook Arts HQ

Ellenbrook Arts HQ is holding Saturday Morning Cartoon Drawing Workshops on 25 November.

Managing Online Gaming Habits in Children

Young people might have a lot of fun playing online games, but parents and carers need to make sure they empower their child to make wise decisions and help them manage the risks.

Grandparents Get Loud for a Cause

On Tuesday 31 October, our Junior School celebrated a Grandparents Picnic and Let's Get Loud Day like never before! Grandparents, teachers and children all donned their brightest and loudest outfits, from colourful hats to funky socks, to raise money for a gold coin donation to the Telethon Speech and Hearing Centre.

Elite Basketball Tournament Success

On Friday 27 October, students from the Year 9 and Year 10 Basketball Specialist classes competed in the Elite Basketball Tournament held at Warwick Stadium. The tournament is a great opportunity for the students to put into practice the skill and gameplay they have been working on in class this year, as well as compete against teams from other schools with basketball programs.

Swan Celebrates World Teacher’s Day

On Friday 27 October Swan celebrated our dedicated teachers and operational staff for World Teacher's Day. The theme for the day was 'Hats Off to Teachers' and the Parent Christian Life Committee organised a small gift pack of sweet and savoury treats as well as a coffee voucher to be given to all our teachers and operational staff. They enlisted the help of students  who helped to hand out the gifts.

Secondary Assistance Scheme

The State Government, through the Department of Education, provides financial support to eligible parents/guardians through the Secondary Assistance Scheme (SAS). The aim of the scheme is to assist low-income families with secondary schooling costs. Eligible parents/guardians with students enrolled in Years 7 to 12 studying a full-time secondary course at a Western Australian non-government school can apply for the SAS in 2024.

Fathering Project Campout

Our Advancement Team and the Parent Christian Lifestyle Committee, organised the hugely successful Fathering Project Camp Out for dads and their children, drawing the participation of over 150 individuals.

Year 9 Science Students Explore Light and Vision

During our recent Year 9 Physics unit about Light, students were excited to undertake the incredible learning opportunity of dissecting a cow eye. This hands-on exploration offers a unique and engaging way for students to understand the principles of light and vision.

Swan’s Christmas Hamper Drive: Spreading Joy and Hope

Christmas is quickly approaching and this year, the College wishes to continue spreading this joy to families in the local community who are experiencing difficult circumstances. We are partnering with New Life Welfare to spread joy by providing Christmas hampers for local families in need. Students will be collecting items for hampers – your donations are welcome!

Carols by Candlelight

We invite you to come to the Junior School’s Carols by Candlelight evening on Wednesday 29 November. Students from Kindy to Year 6 will prepare an item to perform at this community event. Bring your family and friends to join us in celebrating the meaning of Christmas!

Current Positions at Swan

Join our team! We are seeking passionate and experienced individuals to join our professional, collaborative and caring team at Swan Christian College.

West Coast Eagles’ Elijah Hewett Inspires Year 6 Students

So many of the Year 6 students love their sport and are passionate about achieving their best in their chosen sports. Because of this, a very special surprise was organised: a visit from Elijah Hewett of the West Coast Eagles.  This was an opportunity to learn from someone who has only recently gone before them and the students most definitely made the most of it.

Netball AGM

On Thursday 30 November at 6:00pm the Swan Christian Netball Club will be holding its Annual General Meeting at Swan in the Conference room. All parents of students involved in the netball club are encouraged to attend.

Alumni Spotlight: Shay Manolini, a Rising Star in Women’s Cricket

The future of women's cricket in Western Australia is looking brighter than ever, thanks to the remarkable achievements of Shay Manolini, a former graduate from Swan’s Class of 2020. Shay's dedication and talent have earned her a spot in the prestigious Meg Lanning and Ellyse Perry squads, a remarkable feat for a young cricketer.

Year 11 Student Triumphs in Soccer

In an impressive achievement, Year 11 student Austin R has been honoured with the title of Football West State League U18 Player of the Year. Austin's journey in soccer started at just 4 years old with Swan Valley United Christian League, leading to his selection for the Forrestfield United Football Club NPL U14 team in 2020. Last year, he represented Forrestfield UFC’s Under 18 squad and proudly represented Western Australia and Swan Christian College at the WA Under 16 State School National Football Championships in Sydney.

Alumni Spotlight: Savannah Shines in the Art World

We're thrilled to share an incredible achievement from one of our former students, Savannah Matthews, who graduated in 2019. Her artwork has earned a coveted spot in The Lester Prize, a renowned Australian art exhibition.

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