Issue 15, 2025 (21 October)

Dear Parents and Carers

I hope your families have enjoyed a relaxing break together. It has been great to welcome all students back for Term 4, which is a busy term with the Art Exhibition, camps, assessments, and the farewelling of our Year 12 students as they leave for further study or employment.  This year, the Year 11 students will be expected to be back at school from Monday 24 November to Friday 5 December unless they are attending the Year 11 Outdoor Education Camp 24 - 28 November. Students will be reviewing their exams and preparing for Year 12 courses in 2026 in this time and may be provided with reading to complete over the holiday period.

Significant events this term

There are many events listed on the calendar for the Term. I have listed some of the key ones here for you. Please refer to the calendar and Consent2Go for specific year group events for your child.

• Tuesday 21 October: Year 12 Final Day and Presentation Evening
• Tuesday 2 December 4pm: Carols on the Green
• Wednesday 10 December 11:00am: 7-11 Presentation Assembly 

Smartriders

While travel for students is free, students wishing to use the school bus service MUST have a smartrider with enough credit to cover their fare to board Transdev buses and trains. It is disappointing to see students failing to use their smartriders while using Transdev buses. Smartriders can be reordered for $5.00 at the library if they have been damaged, lost, or misplaced. Parents can link their FlexiSchools account to their child’s smartrider for use at the canteen. More information can be found on the school website. 

I wish all students the best for the Term and welcome our new students to the school. I encourage students to finish the year strongly; as you approach assessments, prepare well for them and ask for help when you need it. A positive mindset and work you complete at the start of the term will stand you in good stead for assessments later in the Term. 

Kind regards

Ms Jannine Webb
Head ofSecondary

Dear Parents and Carers

Welcome to Term 4!

I hope the recent break was a refreshing time for families to relax and enjoy time together. As we begin this final term, students can look forward to a wide range of engaging lessons, meaningful learning experiences, and opportunities to set personal goals, something I’ll be discussing with all students in Week 1. Term 4 is such an important term, and we are looking forward to all the memorable moments it will bring. I also want to apologise for any confusion that the discrepancy in the student diaries created, regarding the Term 4 start date. I appreciate your understanding and will ensure we address the issue moving forward. 

Partnering in Learning

A key priority this year, has been providing regular assessment feedback in English and Mathematics each term. This ongoing communication helps keep parents informed and involved in their child’s progress. If parents have any questions about assessments or learning programs, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s classroom teacher, as we genuinely value the partnership between home and school.

Learning Journey

Please join us for our Term 4 Learning Journey on Tuesday 5 November at 2.00pm. This special event is a wonderful opportunity for families to visit the classroom and explore the rich learning experiences their children are engaged in. Whether it’s our home classrooms, specialist learning areas, or listening to our talented choir, there’s so much to see and celebrate. Our previous Learning Journeys have received fantastic feedback, and we’re thrilled to continue offering these events. 

Supporting Student Wellbeing

 Our classroom teachers have been actively implementing the evidence-based Friendly Schools curriculum, which focuses on developing students’ social and emotional skills. Students learn to understand and manage their emotions, respect others’ perspectives, build positive friendships, and make thoughtful choices, all of which contribute to a safe, supportive, and friendly school environment. The program promotes self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, responsible decision-making, and relationship skills, and has been shown to reduce bullying and improve overall wellbeing. Teachers will continue to share updates with families on Seesaw, and we encourage parents to talk with their children about what they’re learning in these valuable lessons.

Calendar / Primary Events 

To stay informed about upcoming events, we encourage all parents to regularly check the calendar available on our School website or by using the calendar on the school app. These calendars are updated as needed and remain the most reliable source of current information. While we recommend using the online calendar as your primary reference, I’ve included a brief table below highlighting some key Term 4 dates for your convenience.

Term 4

• Week 4 – Wednesday 5 November (2.00pm),  Learning Journey
• Week 5 – Tuesday 11 November (11.10am), Remembrance Day Service
• Week 7 – Friday 28 November (5.00pm), Mandurah Pageant
• Week 8 – Thursday 4 December (9.00am), Year 6 Thanksgiving Service
• Week 8 – Friday 5 December (9.00am), K-2 Christmas Assembly 
• Week 9 – Monday 8 December (1.30pm), 3-6 Presentation Assembly 

Yours Sincerely

Mr Noah Clark                                                                 
Head of Primary - Meadow Springs Campus                                          

Dear Parents and Carers

I hope you and your children enjoyed a restful break over the October school holidays. We have a full and exciting Term 4 ahead, and I encourage you to view the Term 4 calendar under the News and Events tab on the School’s website.

Staffing Update

This term, we welcome back Mrs Aimee Stoker (KH2) from long service leave. We are also pleased to welcome Mrs Yolande van Zyl, who will be joining the Halls Head staff while Mrs Tamara Smith is on long service leave. Please join me in extending a warm welcome to both Aimee and Yolande.

Partnering in Learning

A key priority this year has been providing regular assessment feedback to parents and guardians in English and Mathematics each term. This ongoing communication helps keep families informed and engaged in their child’s progress. If you have any questions about assessments or learning programs, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s classroom teacher. We deeply value the partnership between home and school.

Learning Journey

Please join us for our Term 4 Learning Journey on Tuesday, 18 November at 2:00pm. This special event is a wonderful opportunity for families to visit classrooms and explore the rich learning experiences our students have enjoyed this year. Whether you visit your child’s class, specialist learning areas, or enjoy a performance by our talented choir, there will be plenty to see and celebrate.

Key Term 4 Events 

• Week 1 – Tuesday 14 October, Students Commence
• Week 1 – Friday 17 October, House Captains Assembly
• Week 4 – Friday 7 November, Class Assembly - 5H1
• Week 5 – Tuesday 11 November (2.00pm), Remembrance Day Service
• Week 6 – Tuesday 18 November (2.00pm), Learning Journey 
• Week 7 – Friday 28th November (5.00pm) ,Mandurah Christmas Pageant
• Week 8 – Thursday 4th December (1.30pm), Year 6 Thanksgiving Service
• Week 8 – Friday 5th December (1.30pm), K-2 Christmas Assembly 
• Week 9 – Monday 8th December (9.00am), 3-6 Presentation Assembly 
• Week 9 – Wednesday 10 December, Students Finish 

If you have any questions or queries you would like to discuss with me, please feel free to contact me at rob.gratton@fias.wa.edu.au.

Warm regards,
Mr Rob Gratton
Head of Primary – Halls Head Campus

Principal Mrs Tracey Gray is inviting all 2025 Volunteers (and their family members) to join her and the Executive Staff, to a Thank You Event for all of our wonderful volunteers across the year.

Date: Friday 14 November 2025
Time: Arrive from 7.00am, Breakfast 7.30am - 8.30am
Location: Kwobadiny Sports Centre

Light breakfast and refreshments will be provided for all family members, as well as some lawn games. We will also have a coffee van on site!

Our Friends of FIAS Representatives will also be attending the event, so make sure you have a chat with them on the day to let them know what sort of community events you would like to see run at FIAS.

Year 11 students will be in attendance as well to play lawn games with students, so you can relax and have a chat with other parents before the start of school!

This year for Operation Christmas Child, we have boxes for families to collect and fill (from Primary Reception, if parents pop a note in the diary please have them collect a box and assist them in storing carefully in their bag), and/or taking donations towards building boxes as a school too (via boxes at classroom doors).

On Wednesday of Week 2 (this week), we will collect the items and compile the boxes with the assistance of Rose High School Leaders.

Thank you to all our families who have chosen to donate to this wonderful, optional initiative 🎁

Select your relevant campus category in the green button at the top of the calendar for easier viewing. Week 2 of Term 4 below.

Dear students and families, 

Year 11 students from Ibaraki Christian High School will be visiting Frederick Irwin Anglican School this December for 5 nights. This visit will include two days at FIAS, where they will participate in our school program. 

Register now to host Japanese students from December 2-7.
Visit: https://goldil.com.au/schoolcommunity/

Host families receive: In addition to $275 to cover expenses, families who host in 2025 will go into the draw to win a Family Trip to Japan. This prize and remuneration are provided by Gold Educational Tours, who coordinate our inbound visit. 

Simply welcome these students into your routine while they experience Australian school life and share their culture with your family.

Register here: https://goldil.com.au/schoolcommunity/

For all questions regarding this hosting experience, please contact Gold Educational Tours at info@goldil.com.au / 08 6150 3759.

Thank you for your ongoing support of FIAS exchange programs.