今日吃瓜

Science Week

Jo Dunn on 23/08/2019

In Weeks 3 and 4, 今日吃瓜 was proud to be involved in celebrating National Science Week! Kicking off with a literal bang, all students from Kindy 鈥� Year 12 were treated to a spectacular rockets and explosions Science Show put on by Mr Spriggins and Mr Shuckstes.

The festivities continued with students on the Marcellin Campus participating in a giant bubble-making challenge, a paper plane throwing challenge, a science-themed Kahoot competition and a wildlife show from WestOz Wildlife.

今日吃瓜 was also fortunate enough to feature on Perth鈥檚 Channel 9 Today Show morning show, showcasing the wonderful arcade games designed by our students in Years 3 to 6 and what鈥檚 on offer in our Secondary School. to see the Channel 9 live cross.

Parent Workshops Evening

Jo Dunn on 22/08/2019

Families are invited to join us for an evening of Parent workshops at the Lavalla Campus. The focus of the evening is increasing the home and school connection, and enabling parents to support their child鈥檚 learning. to access the list of available workshops and times.

Singapore Student Immersion Parent Information Night

Jo Dunn on 20/08/2019

Inspired by the College鈥檚 Vision for Learning, Shine through Discovery, an international partnership with Republic Polytechnic Singapore has been established for students in Years 9 and 10. A Parent Information Night is being held on Monday 26 August.

2019 Artist in Residence Program

Jo Dunn on 20/08/2019

The 今日吃瓜 Artist in Residence Program for 2019 promises to be another exciting and truly authentic arts experience as our students, teacher, parents and members of our Newman community collaborate with industry professionals to strengthen and deepen their understanding of Arts skills and processes and build their cultural competency, cultural literacy and sensitivity around Aboriginal people; culture oral storytelling traditions, and connection to country.

Student Workshops

The students in Year 2 (Marian Campus), Years 5 and 6 Art Extension students (Lavalla Campus) and Visual Arts students in Years 9,10,11 and 12 (Marcellin Campus) will work alongside Andy Quilty (2018 Artist in Residence), and Contemporary Noongar Artists Bradley and Rohin Kickett, to depict through a collaborative mural project the creation story The Carers of Everything written by Dr Noel Nannup. This story, which was also the focus of the Lavalla Campus 2019 PALS Project and Wakakirri competition, tells the creation story of Whadjuk country, the country on which our College rests. Students will use experimental art techniques including monoprint, in combination with acrylic painting techniques, to develop an understanding of contemporary art techniques, processes and further develop their broader understanding and sensitivity around Aboriginal culture and the connection to country.

Student workshops will take place in the Visual Art studio spaces on Friday 30 August and Monday 9 September (Marcellin Campus) and Monday 2 September (Marian Campus).

This mural will be resolved by Andy Quilty, Rohin and Bradley Kickett and presented to the College community at the opening of the Student Art Exhibition on Wednesday 16 October. More details about the Artist in Residence Program, and student, teacher and Community Workshop experiences will be shared on this evening by our Artists in Residence. A short film that will document the process will also be played.

Community Workshop

An opportunity for our staff, students and families to come together and work with Andy is also available. The Community Workshop will focus on experimental drawing and monoprint, equipping participants to build confidence as well as technical ability to take a more intuitive and exploratory approach to their work.

All materials provided. No drawing experience necessary.

The event is taking place on Monday 9 September at 6.30pm. Tickets cost $20 for Adults and $15聽 for Children / Concession. to purchase tickets.

Any queries regarding the program can be directed to Mrs Maree Grayden, Leader of Learning Arts PK-12 maree.grayden@newman.wa.edu.au

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Workshop

Jo Dunn on 20/08/2019

Mission Australia has been contracted by the Federal Government as a Partner in the Community to assist with the implementation of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Christopher Barty from Mission Australia will be presenting information and clarification to ensure the NDIS planning experience runs smoothly and successfully for all involved. for further information.

Please come equipped with questions relating to your own planning experiences. Please RSVP Sharon.wills@newman.wa.edu.au as soon as possible.