Junior School

Book Week 

Book Week is more than just dressing up as our favourite book character or reminding some of us that we need to read more. It is a powerful reminder of the vital role that reading and literacy play in the lives of young learners. At Trinity, we are proud to foster a culture where books are not just read, but loved, shared, and lived.

Celebrating Book Week:

• Promotes Literacy: Engaging with books in fun and interactive ways helps children develop essential reading and comprehension skills.

• Encourages Creativity: Activities like character dress-ups, story writing, and book-themed art allow students to express themselves and build confidence.

• Builds Community: Book Week brings together students, teachers, families, and authors in a shared celebration of literature.

• Supports Curriculum Goals: Themed activities align with English, Arts, and Humanities outcomes, enriching classroom learning in meaningful way

At Trinity, we are delighted by the genuine love of reading shown by our boys. Through classroom engagement, weekly library lessons, and special events like Book Week, we aim to inspire curiosity, imagination, and a deep appreciation for storytelling.

Books help our students make sense of the world, explore new ideas, and connect with others. They are a bridge between home and school, between the past and the future, and between imagination and understanding.

Thank you to all staff, students, and families who helped make Book Week such a success. We appreciate the effort, enthusiasm and support which our communality provided their sons to organize a costume and continue fostering a love of learning through literature. 

God Bless,  

James McPherson  

Head of Junior School 

Ian MacRae Cup

On Wednesday, Trinity College proudly hosted the annual Ian MacRae Cup match against Aquinas College in what proved to be a gripping contest played in wet and challenging conditions.

From the opening bounce, Aquinas brought energy and determination, taking an early lead and extending it by halftime. Midway through the third quarter, they pushed their advantage to 16 points, and the momentum seemed firmly in their favour.

But the Trinity team had other plans. With grit and resilience, Trinity mounted a spirited comeback, kicking three unanswered goals before the final break. The surge continued into the last quarter, with two quick goals in the opening five minutes that swung the momentum decisively. Trinity ultimately secured a memorable 8.7.57 to 4.10.34 victory, our second consecutive win in this fixture.

The match was a celebration of sportsmanship and healthy rivalry, with enthusiastic support from both schools. Despite the weather, families and friends lined the boundary, joined by Junior and Senior School students whose presence added to the electric atmosphere. Thank you to the many staff who made the afternoon possible:

• A big thank you to Mr Paljetak for his dedicated coaching, training, and unwavering support in leading the boys to a well-deserved win! Now in his fourth year coaching the MacRae Cup team, this marks his third victory - a remarkable achievement that reflects his commitment and expertise

• Mrs Ella Spencer for her coordination and preparation

• Mr Luke Thompson, Junior School Sports Coordinator, for managing the fixture

• College Grounds Team, for preparing the field and facilities

• Ms Melanie Dunn, our Event Coordinator

• Mr Ryan Lockyer and Mr John Black for their support

   

We were pleased to welcome Mr Ian MacRae, former Head of Junior School at both Trinity and Aquinas, who presented the Cup to the winning team.

Congratulations to all players who represented Trinity with humility and pride. It was a great afternoon, not just for the result, but for the spirit in which the game was played.

Year 4 Fundraiser 

To coincide with the Ian MacRae Football match, our Year 4 staff and parents organised a sausage sizzle to raise money for Wheelchair for Kids. The lunchtime hotdog was enjoyed by many, and by the footballers' post-match. The afternoon raised a total of $446 for Br Olly and his wonderful organisation. The day would not have been possible without our wonderful volunteers:

• Charmaine Holyoak

• Brett and Michelle McInerney 

• Gill Harrowfield

• Alex Hill

• Jo Sluchniak 

• Belinda Lenton 

• Mick O’Brien 

• Treva Eleuteri

• Natalie Scali

We are very grateful for you giving up your time and assisting with the cooking and distribution of so many hotdogs! Your ongoing support of the College is truly appreciated. 

Angelico Award

The Angelico Exhibition for Catholic Students is a prestigious annual event on the Catholic school Art calendar and was named after Blessed Fra Angelico, Patron before God of Artists.

This year, the Primary and Secondary Exhibitions combined again to form the Angelico Exhibition. This exhibition showcases outstanding, artistic results from a range of Catholic students and schools across our State. 

These artworks are on display at The Forrest Centre, 221 St George’s Terrace, Perth during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm) until Friday, 29 August. A Saturday viewing day has been arranged for the 23rd of August from 1.30 pm - 3.00pm.

I’m delighted to announce that Trinity College was awarded two prizes in the Junior School category this year (along with three from our Senior School students) 

Our congratulations to –

• Year 5 Alex Meakin, Highly Commended in the Fra Angelico category for his artwork titled “Glimmer of Hope”

• Year 6 Marcos Neves, Second Prize for his 3D sculpture “Stewards of the Earth”

We are very proud of the continued high standards the boys set in their Visual Arts classes at Trinity College. Well done to our award winners and to all our entrants who represented the college so capably and creatively!

Mrs Helen Shanahan

Head of Year 10 and Visual Art Teacher

QCE Awards

We have entered our Year 4 and TCEC group into the CEWA QCE Awards this year for the 'Small  Tabs, Big Impact' project the boys have dedicated themselves to this year.

We’d need your vote! Don’t forget to share the link with your families, friends, and students because they can vote too for the People’s Choice Award. Every vote helps celebrate the dedication and hard work of our students!

HOJS Forum

The Term Three Head of Junior School Forum will be held on Friday, 29 August at 1.45 pm in Gibney Hall. I look forward to welcoming parents to this forum to answer any questions regarding the Junior School and provide an update on recent events and implementations within the Junior School.   

JS Father's Day Breakfast & Shared Reading Activity

Friday, 5 September 2025

Junior School students and staff look forward to celebrating TC dads/father figures at the upcoming JS Father's Day Breakfast event, which will take place on Friday 5 September (week 3.7). As is tradition, we ask students and dads to wear their the colours of their favourite sporting teams on-the-day!

This year, our celebration will also continue beyond breakfast and into the classroom, with a reading morning. More details will be shared in the coming weeks.

Details:

• Date: Friday, 5 September
• Time: 7.30am - 9.30am
• Venue: Gibney Hall (and JS classrooms)
• Other information:
  • There is no requirement to register in advance for this event. However, due to capacity limits, we can only accommodate one guest per student.
  • Parking has been arranged at Gloucester Park, Gate 7 (entry into the school via TC Gate 6).

Dates to Remember