Influenza Vaccinations for Students

Families will be aware that the WA State Government has established a free flu vaccination program for all school children in WA. With the support of AMC 360 Medical in Armadale, the School is pleased to offer free influenza vaccinations to all John Wollaston Anglican Community School students. This service is available to all students.

Nursing staff from AMC Medical will attend the School on Monday 18 and Tuesday 19 May 2020 to administer the influenza vaccinations. All vaccinations will be conducted in the Library Resource Centre enabling appropriate privacy and social distancing measures for students and adults. Students will be supervised by school staff. Parents of students who may not be attending school on Monday 18 and Tuesday 19 May are welcome to complete and return the form; you will be notified of a scheduled time to attend the School for the vaccination.

If you would like your child/children to participate in this free program you must action the following:

Download the consent form (two pages) attached below – one form for each child
a. Complete the consent form (two pages) online and return it to Karen Ayres, Policy and Programs Coordinator at policyandprograms@jwacs.wa.edu.au
OR
b. Complete a printed/paper copy of the consent form (two pages) and return it to the School in an envelope marked Attention to Karen Ayres, Policy and Programs Coordinator

All forms MUST be returned to the School no later than Wednesday 13 May to enable a schedule for the immunisation program to be developed. It is anticipated that parents of Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and Pre-Primary children will be invited to attend with a parent/guardian.

If you have any queries regarding the free influenza vaccination program for students, please do not hesitate to contact Karen Ayres, Policy and Programs Coordinator at policyandprograms@jwacs.wa.edu.au or 9495 8121.

School Drop-Off and Collection

Thank you for your support and patience following our new drop off and pick up guidelines. Please see below some important reminders:

Parents/Carers of students in Pre-Primary to Year 12 are reminded they are not to enter the school campus beyond the carpark or designated Kiss and Drop areas. Staff will be in attendance before and after school to assist students.
Parents/Carers with children in Little Wollies and Kindergarten may escort their child to the classroom door before leaving immediately.
Students arriving to school late or leaving early will be required to attend ELC Reception, Primary Reception or Student Services for signing in/out. Parents/Carers are advised to park their car in the nearest carpark and to call the relevant Reception (see numbers below) to sign their child in/out. Students leaving for the day will be escorted to the carpark by a staff member.
ELC Reception: 9495 8166
Primary Reception: 9495 8118
Secondary Reception: 9495 8113

JWAC Attack Challenges

We want you to take part in the JWAC Attack Challenge. Watch the videos via the links below and give the challenges a try. We will upload three videos a week during Weeks 1 to 3.

We would love to see your videos completing the challenges so send them to: communityengagement@jwacs.wa.edu.au or post it to Instagram with #jwacattackchallenge

Have fun, stay fit and good luck!

JWAC Attack Challenge 1

JWAC Attack Challenge 2

JWAC Attack Challenge 3

JWAC Attack Challenge 4

JWAC Attack Challenge 5

JWAC Attack Challenge 6

Academic Scholarships 2021

Please note the Academic Scholarships testing for 2021 has been postponed until Saturday 12 September and the application fee has been reduced to $90.00.

John Wollaston Anglican Community School is pleased to announce Academic Scholarships for entry into the School for 2021. Year 4, Year 6 and Year 9 students enrolled in government or independent schools, including current John Wollaston students, are invited to participate in the scholarship examination.

Two (2) scholarships per year level are being offered. Successful applicants will be granted a 50% remission on Tuition Fees. The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic excellence, as evidenced in the student’s performance in the scholarship examination and interview with the Principal, for the student’s education for a three (3) year period commencing from entry into Year 5, Year 7 or Year 10 in 2021. This is a wonderful opportunity for students and their families to experience the modern facilities, engaging learning programs and supportive staff, John Wollaston Anglican Community School has to offer.

Examination Date: Saturday 12 September 2020, 8:20am in The Commons, John Wollaston Anglican Community School, Centre Road, Camillo, WA 6111.
Late applications: A late fee will apply from Saturday 5 September 2020.
Applications close: Monday 7 September 2020.

Registration for the 2021 Academic Scholarships Year 5, Year 7 and Year 10 is now open. Please register via the link attached below.

https://parentportal.aas.systems/?schoolid=112

Please note: applicants will be required to upload the following documentation with their application;

Copy of the student’s most recent academic report
Copy of the student’s most recent NAPLAN results

For further information please contact Karen Ayres, Policy and Programs Coordinator at policyandprograms@jwacs.wa.edu.au or by phoning (08) 9495 8121.

Social Media

All families and friends of John Wollaston Anglican Community School are welcome to follow the School's official Facebook page. Please click on this link to see all the great things happening at our school - John Wollaston ACS Facebook Official Page.

You can also find us on Instagram using the handle @JohnWollastonACS.

From the Principal

Head Girl Taylah Asmus and Head Boy Matthew Ford lay a wreath at the flag pole for Anzac Day 2020.