Whole School News

P&F Events

Save the Date – Kingfisher Fair & Open Day!

We are excited to announce that this year’s Kingfisher Fair will be held on Sunday 14 September from 11.00am to 3.00pm and for the first time, we are combining it with an Open Day!

It promises to be a fantastic community event, so please mark your calendars.

P&F Tea House

Call out for baked treats and volunteers.

From the School Counsellor

Older Person Mental Health First Aid

Thursday 28 August and Friday 29 August

The Older Person Mental Health First Aid course teaches participants who work with, care for or support adults aged 65+ how to provide initial support to someone who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until professional help is received or the crisis resolves.

Course participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in older adults, how to recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem, and the treatments and supports available.

Using a practical, evidence-based action plan, course participants learn how to approach someone they are concerned about and initiate a conversation about those concerns. Participants also learn how to offer initial support and information and how to encourage the person to seek professional help or other supports.

Adults who complete the course become Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders), equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to provide someone with mental health information and support when it matters most.

This course is recognised by Suicide Prevention Australia as a safe, high-quality and effective suicide prevention program. Learn more.

Please contact sheryl.moncur@gsg.wa.edu.au for further information.

Youth Mental Health First Aid will take place in Term Three, Week Ten.

Ms Sheryl Moncur | School Counsellor / Teacher

Empowering Parents and Carers to Support Teen Mental Health

The Black Dog Institute knows that parenting a teenager can be both rewarding and challenging, especially when it comes to their mental health and wellbeing. That is why they are inviting parents and carers to attend upcoming free mental health webinars, designed to provide practical tools, strategies and insights to help them support the young people in their lives.

Co-delivered by a clinical psychologist and a youth lived experience advisor, these webinars will explore:

Understanding mental health in adolescence, including insights from the Future Proofing Study
What is mental health and when to be concerned
Key strategies to support adolescents
Having the conversation – what to say and how to create a supportive environment
Getting help – health professionals, online and digital support for parents and adolescents
Promoting healthy habits – including building connections, sleep and screen use

Upcoming dates:

Wednesday 27 August at 7.00pm (AEST) Register here

Thursday 11 September at 7.00pm (AEST) Register here

Thursday 9 October at 7.00pm (AEDT) Register here

Monday 20 October at 7.00pm (AEDT) Register here

Thursday 30 October at 7.00pm (AEDT) Register here

Wednesday 12 November at 7.00pm (AEDT) Register here

Thursday 27 November at 7.00pm (AEDT) Register here

Wednesday 10 December at 7.00pm (AEDT) Register here

Canteen

Specials Week Four

Recess: Pikelets Served warm with Butter and Jam

Lunch: Cheesy Spinach Macaroni Lunch Loaf

Monday

Toasted Turkish Roll - Chicken, Cheese, Spinach and Avocado

Tuesday

Toasted Turkish Roll - Chicken, Cheese, Spinach and Avocado
Nachos
Nachos Deluxe

Wednesday

Butter Chicken - served with Rice and Naan Bread
Toasted Turkish Roll - Chicken, Cheese, Spinach and Avocado

Thursday

Pizza - Hawaiian/Vegetarian (GF Option available)
Toasted Turkish Roll - Chicken, Cheese, Spinach and Avocado

Friday

Spaghetti Bolognaise - Served with Garlic Bread

Uniform Shop

Term Three opening hours

Monday: 8.00am to 4.00pm
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 8.00am to 4.00pm
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: 8.00am to 1.00pm