Whole School News
Program Kaartdijin
WA public schools, including Applecross SHS, have been using the School Information System (SIS Classic), which is being decommissioned. As part of the Program Kaartdijin replacement process, all Department schools are being moved to a new platform, Compass Education.
Compass will become our primary tool for communicating with parents and caregivers about student attendance, behaviour and wellbeing. This means you will receive notifications and updates through Compass.
During the week before the start of the 2026 school year (Term 1, Week 0), we will provide more information and support (including login information) to help families get started with Compass.
Lainie Gara, Associate Principal
eRideables Ban for Students Under 16
Student safety is our priority, and under WA law, only individuals aged 16 and over may use eRideables or eBikes with the motor engaged.
From 2 February 2026 (first day of Term 1), the Department of Education is introducing a ban on the use and storage of eRideables and eBikes on public school grounds by students under the age of 16. This ban supports student safety and aligns with road safety laws.
Please be advised that from Term 1 2026, if a student under 16 brings an eRideable or eBike on Applecross SHS grounds, parents/carers will be contacted to collect the device.
eRideables:
Students aged 16 and over may store their eRideable safely at the bike cage, provided they comply with all relevant laws, including:
• Helmets are required
• Only one rider at a time
• Maximum speed: 10 km/h on footpaths.
eBikes:
Students aged 16 and over may store their eBike safely at the bike cage, provided they follow the major rules for eBikes, including:
• The motor can have a maximum power output of up to 250 watts
• The bike needs human power to make it move - it is not meant to be ridden using the motor alone
• The road rules applying to regular bicycle riders also apply to eBike riders.
Please be aware that not all eRideables or eBikes sold in WA are legal to ride on WA roads and paths. Visit the Road Safety Commission for more information on eRideable and eBike laws, penalties, buying guides and safety.
Thank you for your support in keeping our students and school community safe.
Rex Lilleyman, Associate Principal - Student Services
2026 Personal Items List ( Booklists)
The 2026 Personal Items Lists are now available on our website. Orders must be placed online through Campion by Friday, 12 December 2025.
For home delivery:
- Orders placed on or before the return date (Friday, 12 December 2025) will be delivered by 28 January 2026 for a fee of $8.00.
- Orders placed after the return date will incur additional charges. Please allow sufficient time for delivery prior to the start of the school year.
📣 Leaving Applecross SHS in 2026?
If your child will not be returning to Applecross Senior High School in 2026, please let us know as soon as possible by completing the form at the link below. 📝
Your early notification helps us plan effectively for the year ahead — thank you for your support.
🔗 Click here to notify us
Admin Computing
Back in Action: Second Hand Uniform Shop!
𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬! The P&C's 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩 is reopening just in time for spring!
Grab quality pre-loved uniforms at budget-friendly prices while supporting a more sustainable school community.
📍𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐧
🗓️Term 4
𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬: 7:30–8:30 𝐀𝐌 (Even Weeks Only)
𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬: 2:30–3:30 𝐏𝐌 (Even Weeks Only)
💳Cash & EFTPOS accepted
👕All items are washed & ready to wear
🎁Donations welcome at the Front Office or Student Services!
P & C Committee
Finance Reminders for 2025 & 2026
Thank you to all parents and caregivers who have already paid the 2025 contributions and charges. For those with outstanding school charges, we kindly request your immediate attention in finalising payment. Please contact the Finance Department at your earliest convenience on 9314 9351 to arrange payment, as QKR will be closed from 30 November 2025.
⚠️ Important:
- Students with unpaid compulsory charges will not be eligible to enrol in high-cost subjects for the upcoming school year.
- Outstanding school charges may be referred to debt collectors.
QKR Access:
- QKR will be unavailable from 30 November 2025 until 9 am, 1 January 2026.
- Payments for the 2026 school year must be completed prior to the start of Term 1.
Payment Plans:
We understand that managing fees can sometimes be challenging. Payment plans can be arranged by contacting Sheree in the Finance Office via email at sheree.strawbridge@education.wa.edu.au
We encourage families requiring a plan to have arrangements in place by the end of February 2026.
Finance Department
AX2025 Art Exhibition Raffle Results Announced
Congratulations to the winners of the AX2025 Art Raffle, presented by the AXSHS GATE Art Parents Committee! The raffle was held during the AX2025 Annual Art Exhibition and the winning tickets were drawn on Monday 1 December 2025. Permit Number: LS224130725
🏆First Prize: White Gold & Diamond Cross Pendant valued at $2,430 (donated by Kian Designs)
🥇Winner: M. Murdoch from Rivervale
🏆Second Prize: Hamper of goods donated by parents and art tutors plus a $50 Coles/Myer Voucher (total value $100)
🥈Winner: S Balakrishnan from Brentwood
🏆Third Prize: Hamper of goods donated by parents and art tutors (total value $50)
🥉Winner: J Greenshields from Subiaco
Proceeds from the raffle will be used to purchase equipment for Ceramics Workshops.
Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket and supported the GATE Art Program.
Monica Majer - Permit Holder and Convener AxSHS GATE Art Parents Committee