Junior School

JPPSA Athletics Carnival

This week, the Junior School competed in the annual Interschool Athletics Carnival.

With the preparations being hampered by inclement weather, it was fitting that the carnival was held in very wet and blustery conditions as well. This didn’t deter our athletes as they competed to their fullest all day and achieved some amazing results.

Among the many highlights throughout the day were our Junior School Captain, Mitchell Borman in a dominant 400m win. Daniel Adams, saving himself for a powerful finish to win the Year 4 800m. Gideon Quinn-Smith with an amazing discus win after having to juggle going between his sprint races and completing his throws. Then finally, our year five 4 x 100m relay team taking home the win to help seal our final position on the day.

In a great day of competition, our team came second overall which is a huge effort considering our limited preparation time. Congratulations to Scotch on taking home the shield on the day.

Student Achievement

Lawson Duffield

Congratulations to Lawson Duffield for his outstanding performance at the WA State Short Course Swimming Championships. Lawson competed in seven events and brought home an impressive seven medals, including five Gold and two Silver. 

He emerged as the State Champion in the 400 Freestyle, 200 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle, and 50 Freestyle, making him the only 11-year-old to swim under 30 seconds in the 50 Freestyle. Additionally, Lawson clinched Gold and the title of State Champion in the 200 Individual Medley. He also earned Silver in the 100 Backstroke and 50 Butterfly. Well done, Lawson, we are all very proud of you.

🤠👾 Book Week 🐱‍🏍👽

Our students had a fantastic time celebrating Book Week with the theme "Reading is Magic." Throughout the week, the boys engaged in a variety of activities that allowed them to explore the enchanting world of books. 

A highlight of the week was an inspiring visit from author and illustrator Martin Chatterton, who shared insights into the art and process of illustration. It was a memorable experience for everyone involved! Culminating the week was a fun teacher race in full costume for all Junior School to cheer on.

I would also like to acknowledge the effort parents put into helping their sons with their Book Week costumes. It was wonderful to see the boys so excited and proud of their costumes. 

Learning Journey

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of you who joined us for our recent Junior School Learning Journey. Your presence and support truly made the evening special. 

We are incredibly proud of the remarkable work our students have accomplished throughout the Semester. It was a joy to see their hard work and creativity on full display as they shared their projects and achievements with you. 

Their enthusiasm and dedication were evident, and we hope you enjoyed exploring their learning as much as we did. Thank you for being such an integral part of this experience. Your encouragement and involvement play a vital role in our students' success and growth. 

Dates to Remember