This week has been full of hands-on learning and community connection across both Junior and Senior School. Our Kindergarten to Year 2 students learned about sustainability through the Nutmegz Education incursion, while selected Year 7 students represented the College at the ACC Lightning Carnival. On Wednesday, Emergency Cadets took to the trails for a mountain biking excursion, and yesterday our Year 10 students explored career pathways at the Careers Expo at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Swan Trade Training Centre hosted a special Mother’s Day breakfast this morning, while our Senior School students competed in the House Cross Country Carnival with strong support from families. Our Swanonline students enjoyed a day at the movies watching Minecraft, and Junior School students took part in the WACSSA Football Carnival. Year 3 also delighted the community by hosting an engaging assembly. Families are reminded to register for tomorrow’s Community Bushdance here.
Looking ahead, the Annual College Meeting will take place this Monday evening, 20 May, at 6:00pm, offering families an opportunity to hear from our executive team and Parent Christian Life Committee. On Tuesday, we will host our local pastors for a morning tea, followed by the Junior School Kindergarten Speech Information Night. Selected students will also represent the College in the NEAS Netball and Soccer Carnival. Wednesday promises to be a highlight as several brave staff members—including Dr Darnelle Pretorius, Dr Todd, Ms Hille, Mr Beacham and Mr Grisham—take part in the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise funds for Beyond Blue. You can support the Year 12 students’ efforts here. Year 10 families whose sons or daughters are interested in a trade career are also encouraged to register for the upcoming Try a Trade event on 4 June via this link.
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."
All College families are warmly invited to attend the upcoming Annual College Meeting.
This meeting is an important opportunity for all Junior and Senior School parents and guardians to hear key updates from our Executive Team. Topics will include:
We encourage you to attend and stay informed as we work together to support student growth and excellence.
Date:Â Monday 19 May
Time: 6:00pm – 7:15pm
Venue: Maali Room, Swan Christian College
Please note that this meeting replaces the Parent Coffee and Connect scheduled on Monday 9 June.Â
We encourage all parents to attend and be part of the conversation as we continue to partner together in faith and community.
Get ready to kick up your heels at Swan Christian College’s Bushdance: College Community Event!
Join us in the Gym tomorrow night, Saturday 17 May, where the Cherry Steppers, a modern line dancing company, will be leading the charge in some boot-scootin’ fun.
Families from both the Junior and Senior Schools are invited to join in the festivities. We’ll have ice cream and coffee vans on hand to keep you refreshed, so bring along a picnic, chairs, and rugs for a fantastic evening indoors. Don’t forget to dust off your best bushdance, country and western attire to add to the lively atmosphere. Let’s make this a night to remember!
Community Bushdance
Date: Saturday 17 May
Time: 4:45pm – 7:00pm
Venue: Gym, Swan Christian College
Dress: Your best line dancing / Bushdance / Country & Western outfits
Bring: Your own picnic, chairs, picnic rugs
Food and drink: Coffee and ice cream vans on site. BYO picnic.
What: Line dancing (you will be taught on the night by a professional line dancing company)
Registration: scea.me/communitybushdance2025
Price: $5.00
Please note this is an alcohol-free event.
Join us for our next Family Breakfast on Friday 23 May from 7:30am – 8:30am before school at How Ya Bean Cafe (outside the Gym).Â
Date: Friday 23 May
Time: 7:30am – 8:30am
Place: Outside How Ya Bean Cafe (outside the Gym)
Presented by Chef Rob and the Swan Hospitality Students, a range of delicious breakfast options will be available for purchase including scrambled egg bowls, breakfast wraps, bircher muesli with cinnamon apple and almonds, pancakes with maple syrup and cream, portugese tarts, and barista-made coffee of course.
We hope that you can join us for the upcoming and future Family Breakfasts!
We would like to inform families of important changes to the bus interchange at Midland Station as part of the New Midland Station Project.
From Sunday, 11 May, the current bus interchange will close, and a temporary interchange will open in front of the existing Midland Station, on the site of the former car park.
Key points for students:
Bus services will continue to operate without interruption.
Some timetable adjustments may occur to allow for additional walking time to and from the new temporary interchange. These changes are not expected to take effect on the first day, but we encourage students to check for updates and plan ahead.
Students are encouraged to plan ahead, as these changes may impact their usual travel routes. For further details, please refer to this factsheet or contact the METRONET Infoline on 9326 3666 or email info@metronet.wa.gov.au.
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Don’t miss this laugh-out-loud comedy suitable for the whole family! Making Robin Hood is a clever and chaotic play directed by Jane Hille, featuring Swan Christian College alumni.
Set around a group of actors preparing for a medieval theatre festival, the play follows their attempt to rework the legendary Robin Hood tale with a hilarious twist – a feminist version of the classic story performed mostly by men. Add in a dragon, a confused storyline, and a director’s assistant who insists she’s a star, and you’ve got a recipe for comedy gold.
Making Robin Hood
Date: 20, 23, 24 June
Time: 7:15pm
Venue: Swan Christian College
Register now: scea.me/robinhood
Use early bird code ROBIN25 by 16 June to receive $2 off tickets.
Come along and support our alumni while enjoying an evening of fun, laughter and medieval mayhem.
Please take note of our College Photo Days which are scheduled as follows:
Envelopes will be coming home in Week 4 with more information regarding ordering and uniforms.
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We’re excited to share that our College is now in the running to win a share of $13,500 in prizes as part of Midland Gate’s Shop for Schools community competition, which kicks off this Monday, 12 May 2025!
Here’s How It Works:
Campaign Dates: Monday 12 May – Sunday 22 June 2025
How to Earn Points: Shoppers simply upload their Midland Gate receipts and nominate our College to earn points.
Leaderboard: Stay up to date with live rankings in-centre and on the Midland Gate website.
Bonus Points: Watch for weekly retailer bonuses on Midland Gate’s social media for extra point opportunities.
Weekly Prize Draw: Customers who register will also go into a weekly draw to win a $200 gift card.
Thank you for your support – every shop counts!
This week we launched Canvas for Parents, the new learning management system that has replaced SEQTA for our Junior School families. This platform will be used by teachers from Pre Primary to Year 6 to share formal assessment results, year-level subject information, and teacher profiles, along with contact details, creating a more connected and transparent learning experience.
Please look out for an email that was sent this week with information on how to access Canvas and make the most of its features.
We look forward to partnering with you as we continue to support your child’s educational growth through this enhanced digital platform.
Swan Christian College is proud to support our partners at Beyond Blue through an upcoming Senior School fundraiser on Wednesday 21 May 2025.
Senior School Fundraiser for Beyond Blue
Date: 21 May 2025
Time: Lunchtime event
Venue: College Grounds
Donate here: https://fundraise.beyondblue.org.au/sccice25
Students are encouraged to come dressed in their best blue outfit with a gold coin donation to show support for mental health awareness. All funds raised will go directly to Beyond Blue, helping support Australians affected by anxiety, depression and suicide.
To add to the fun, every dollar donated equals five ice blocks in your favourite teacher’s bucket! Be sure to include the teacher’s name in your donation bio when contributing.
Confirmed teachers brave enough to take the plunge include:
Dr Darnelle Pretorius, Dr Todd, Mr Eason, Mr Gillies, Mr Beacham, Ms Hille, Mr Grisham, Miss Harris, Mr Harris, Mr Shaw, Mr Laspina, Mr Ostenheld, Mr Lubbe – with more to come!
Let’s come together as a College community to raise funds for a great cause.
If you’re in Year 10 and considering a career in the trades, this is your chance to get hands-on with real tools at the Swan Trade Training Centre’s free Try a Trade Day. This event offers the opportunity to explore a range of trades, including Building and Construction, Electrotechnology, and Engineering: Heavy Metal Fabrication.
Date: Wednesday 4 June
Venue: Swan Trade Training Centre
Registration: Register here before registrations close on Friday 30 May 4:00pm.
This hands-on day aims to:
Motivate students through real, practical experience in different trades.
Share current and honest information about future career choices.
Show participants that skill, education, and training offer real choices for the future.
Students will also have the chance to connect with industry professionals, apprentices, and VET trainers, gaining practical insights into potential career pathways.
This is an expression of interest and once you’ve registered, Mr Matthew King, Head of Swan Trade Training Centre, will be in touch with you with more details about the day.
If you have any questions about Try a Trade Day please contact Mr Matthew King at matthew.king@swan.wa.edu.au
Spaces are limited, so please register as soon as possible.
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