STUDENT SERVICES
Patrick.Swallow@education.wa.edu.au
Welcome Back to Term 1
Welcome back to all students and staff for the start of Term 1! I hope you had a restful and enjoyable break. A special welcome to our new and returning Student Services staff members:
Bianca Craven – School Psychologist (Thursdays & Fridays).
Emma Curulli – Chaplain (Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays).
Penny Melville – School Nurse (as requested).
If you have any concerns about your child’s wellbeing, please don’t hesitate to contact me on (08) 97 822 100 or via email at patrick.swallow@education.wa.edu.au.
College Swimming Carnival
Our annual College Swimming Carnival is fast approaching:
Date: Wednesday, 25th February 2026 (Week 4)
Time: 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Dr Peter Topham Memorial Swimming Pool, 36 Hinge Rd, Harvey
The swimming carnival is a much-anticipated event, packed with fun, team spirit, and friendly competition. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their swimming skills, participate in a range of events, and earn house points.
The afternoon will feature traditional swimming events, relays, and team-based tabloid activities. The carnival promotes College spirit, teamwork, and an active lifestyle. Attendance is compulsory for all students, and parents/guardians are invited to attend as spectators.
WACOA Carnival 2025
Harvey will again be hosting this year’s WACOA Carnival - a weekend of sporting events that brings together students from all other Ag Colleges.
Dates: Friday, 20th March and Saturday, 21st March 2026 (Week 7)
Here’s a draft list of the sporting events:
Indoor Cricket
Mixed Netball
Tennis
Table Tennis
Fishing
Basketball
Croquet
Lawn Bowls
Ten Pin Bowling
Frisbee Golf
Volleyball
Squash
Football Kicking
We will be calling for student nominations in the coming weeks.