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Balga Senior High School

Locality: Balga, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9247 0222

Address: 2 Markham way 6061 Balga, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.balgashs.wa.edu.au/

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25.01.2022 Parent letter from Chief Medical Officer.

25.01.2022 We have enjoyed celebrating Book Week at Balga Senior High School this week. This year's theme was Curious Creatures, Wild Minds. Stop by the library to see the display "Play-Doh curiosities in a jar" - a reinterpretation of Gwyn Perkin's characters from the 2020 CBCA Book Week Poster and look out for a Book Week competition beginning next week.

25.01.2022 NOW IS THE TIME TO ENROL FOR 2021! Whether theyre transitioning to Year 7 or changing schools every day in a childs education matters. Now is the time to apply to enrol your child for 2021! Contact us on 9247 0222 or visit our website to find out more and request an Enrolment Pack. https://balgashs.wa.edu.au/enrolments/enrolment-process/

24.01.2022 ATTENTION: YEAR 9 STUDENTS & PARENTS OLNA TESTING Usually, our Year 9 students would have used their results from the May NAPLAN test to pre-qualify for an exemption for OLNA testing in Year 10. As NAPLAN was cancelled this year due to the COVID-19 situation, the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) has made a special round of OLNA testing for Year 9 Students. If successful, they will NOT need to do the OLNA in 2021. Testing will commence in Week 4, August 10. Pl...ease view our website for more information and dates. https://balgashs.wa.edu.au/year-9-olna-testing/ See more

24.01.2022 IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR ALL STUDENTS

23.01.2022 INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS CARNIVAL - TUESDAY 15th SEPTEMBER Weather conditions are looking perfect for tomorrows Inter-House Athletics Carnival. Dont forget to come dressed in your House colours, wear a hat, bring a drink bottle and be ready for a fun day. Attendance is compulsory.

23.01.2022 A community group that could be helpful for some of our school community.

23.01.2022 BALGA SHS SENIOR GIRLS SOCCER TEAM VICTORIOUS Our senior girls soccer team defeated SEDA 1-0 this past Friday with Chi Paw sealing the win with an incredible free-kick. Well done girls.

22.01.2022 STEAMPUNK INSPIRED FURNITURE Our year 11 and 12 Building and Construction students designed and created steampunk style tables as part of their year 12 final project and year 11 term three furniture project.

22.01.2022 BALGA DEFEAT MERCY 2-1 Balga SHS's Junior Girls Soccer Team defeated Mercy 2-1 on Tuesday last week following their loss to Woodvale Secondary the week before. The girls showed plenty of heart and determination to beat a strong team from Mercy College.

21.01.2022 Dear Family and Carers, You may be aware that the Premier and the Minister for Education both made statements on the morning of March 26, about the future of schools and how students will learn in the short term while we face the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is their latest letter communicating this change.

20.01.2022 REMINDER Friday 21 August is a Student Free Day for all students to facilitate for staff Professional Development. Students are to return to school as usual on Monday 24 August.

20.01.2022 https://headtohealth.gov.au/covid-19-support/covid-19

20.01.2022 ATTENTION: YEAR 10, 11 & 12 STUDENTS & PARENTS OLNA COMMENCING MONDAY 31 AUGUST Students in Years 10, 11 and 12, will be sitting Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (OLNA) in Week 7 and 8. The OLNA testing enables students to meet the requirements for the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE). Writing Component - Monday 31 August and Tuesday 1 September... Reading and Numeracy - Monday 7 to Thursday 10 September Information to help prepare students for these assessments can be found here: https://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au//students-parents-

19.01.2022 BALGA SHS - WEST COAST STATE FUTSAL CHAMPIONS Both our Girls 16s and Girls 19s teams came away as champions at the West Coast State Futsal Championships held at Kingsway Indoor Stadium last Thursday. All our girls performed exceptionally well and showed great strength within their close-knit teams. They backed each other up within each set play and controlled the ball well to set up for each shot at goal. Congratulations to Htae Htae Lay (Girls 16s) and Eden Murphy (Girls 1...9s) who were the recipients of the MVP award in their respective competitions. A big shout out to our goalkeepers, Hta Na Paw Bwit and Moo Nay, who excelled in these roles playing with great maturity, ownership and focus. West Coast Futsal Association

19.01.2022 AUSTRALIAN TEACHER AIDE APPRECIATION WEEK We have a fantastic team of Education Assistants here at Balga SHS. You are all such a valuable part of our school community, and we appreciate everything you do for our students and teaching staff. On behalf of everyone at Balga SHS, we would like to say THANK YOU.

18.01.2022 Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year We hope you have a safe and enjoyable summer break and look forward to seeing you all in 2021. Students return Monday 1st February 2021 From the staff at Balga Senior High School.

18.01.2022 A Letter from the Chairman of our School Board

18.01.2022 WOOLWORTHS DISCOVERY GARDEN - SEEDS WANTED Our Gardening Enterprise students want to collect the seeds that are part of the current Woolworths Discovery Garden project. If you have any of these that you do not want we would appreciate it if you could donate to the school. There will be a box in the reception where you can leave them.

18.01.2022 Community Notice: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 risk the traffic warden who works at the childrens crossing on Princess Road near Ullswater Place is unable to work this week. Unfortunately, due to the virus risk there has been a large number of wardens unable to work and there is no relief staff available to cover the position. ... Please take appropriate action and be vigilant whilst crossing without the warden present.

17.01.2022 The latest update from the Premier.

17.01.2022 Please remember if you are going to be attending school to bring a water bottle and your work pack every day.

17.01.2022 Latest information from Transperth regarding bus services. https://www.transperth.wa.gov.au//Changes-to-serv/April-29

16.01.2022 ATTENTION: YEAR 10, 11 & 12 STUDENTS & PARENTS OLNA COMMENCING TUESDAY 2 MARCH OLNA is being held in Weeks 5 and 6. The OLNA testing enables students to meet the Literacy and Numeracy requirements for the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE). Writing Component - Tuesday 2 March and Wednesday 3 March... Reading and Numeracy - Monday 8 to Thursday 11 March Information to help prepare students for these assessments can be found here: https://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au//students-parents-

16.01.2022 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE SCHOOLS CANTEEN Balga Senior High School wishes to outsource our canteen service. We are seeking expressions of interest from local businesses wishing to run and operate the schools canteen commencing Term 2, Week 8 (15 June 2020) for an initial 5 years (extension subject to negotiation) to provide lunches and snacks to students and teachers of the campus. Balga SHS currently has around 550 students and 120 staff. ... The successful applicant will be required to comply with the Department of Educations Healthy Food and Drink Policy (available from the school upon request). Expressions of interest outlining your business and experience in this industry can be submitted to [email protected] by Friday, 5 June 2020. For more information please contact Sonia Dunstan on 9247 0222. With thanks, Mark Carton PRINCIPAL

16.01.2022 ATTENTION PARENTS & GUARDIANS This coming Monday, 31st August, all students will receive a Student Update Form to take home to parents/guardians. Could you please update with valid emails, mobile, current address and ensure that it is signed and return back to the school administration.

16.01.2022 Footage of our middle and senior school soccer girls training yesterday. They are very excited about the re-commencement of the Champion School Sport WA Football Cup and contact sports. The Senior School competition will run in Term 3 and the Junior competition in Term 4.

16.01.2022 BALGA SHS - GIRLS ACADEMY PERFORM AT OPENING OF HEALING CENTRE Yesterday marked the opening of the Naala Djooken Healing Centre in Mirrabooka, where Girls Academy students from Balga SHS were asked to perform by the City of Stirling. Naala Djookan delivers an integrated, specialist service that supports women, children and families at risk of or experiencing family and domestic violence. The Naala Djooken Healing Centre’s main aim is to provide a culturally rich and strong co...mmunity that is safe and free from violence. For more information about Naala Djookan Healing Centre: https://www.stirling.wa.gov.au//naala-djookan-healing-cent City of Stirling Girls Academy

15.01.2022 THANK YOU Bunnings Warehouse Australia A huge thank you to the fantastic team at Bunnings Balcatta who recently donated an Ozito Pressure Pump to us for our school/community garden. Now installed, it is sure to help keep our thirsty vegetable crops happy during the summer heat. #bunningswarehouse #bunningsbalcatta

14.01.2022 SHOW OUR TEACHERS YOU CARE Calling all students, past and present. Help celebrate teaching and its bright future. Send us a photo wearing sunglasses, either on your own or with family, or school friends. ... Message it to us via Facebook or Instagram so we can present them to teachers on Friday. Personal messages are also welcomed. These images and messages are only for the teachers and will not be posted on social platforms. Images and messages required by 4pm Thursday 29th October.

14.01.2022 From Monday 6 April, service levels will reduce across our network. - Buses will operate on a Saturday timetable - Trains will operate on a Saturday timetab...le, no late-night weekend trains - Ferries will operate on a Winter timetable - CATs will operate on a reduced frequency For detailed information on changes visit our website: https://bit.ly/2RdVj7p

14.01.2022 REMINDER YEAR 7 -11 REPORTING TO PARENTS AFTERNOON 2020 When: Wednesday 16 December 2020 Time: 12.30pm-7.00pm Where: Balga Senior High School... We look forward to seeing you to collect your child’s report and to discuss their Semester 2 progress. Students picking up a report must be accompanied by a parent or carer. Please ensure you sign in at one of the two sign-in stations before collecting student reports and meeting with teaching staff. Please Note: This will be a student-free day - no students are to attend school on this day.

14.01.2022 YEAR 6 ORIENTATION DAY On Thursday last week Balga SHS welcomed 52 Year 6 students from local primary schools for the 2020 Year 6 Orientation Day. Over the day the students got to have a tour of the school, meet some of the staff and make some new friends while they participated in a range of different activities. During the day the parents and carers also got to meet Mr Carton (Principal), Mr Samuels (Deputy Principal) and Mrs Playforth (Student Services Program Manager) du...ring a Q&A session and then some chose to take a tour of the school. If you are interested in enrolling your child for Year 7 in 2021, please contact the school on 9247 0222 or click on the link below and information can be sent to you. https://balgashs.wa.edu.au/enrolments/enrolment-process/

14.01.2022 SCHOOL COMMENCING MONDAY 8th FEBRUARY 2021 Dear Parents/Carers, As I am sure you are aware, our Perth region's lockdown has concluded, and schools will now open from Monday 8th February for all students. My staff and I are looking forward to commencing our school year with all students in attendance.... Under the post lockdown rules, all secondary students are required to wear a mask while in attendance at school. Staff will also have to comply with this rule, except when giving students instructions in classes. These conditions are not set by our school but apply to all schools in the Perth and Peel regions under our state government's direction. It is expected that students will arrive at school wearing a mask, but where a student requires a mask, we will provide one. I ask parents and carers to take the time to explain to all students the importance of us all, as members of the community, complying with this requirement. This ongoing period where COVID-19 is a continuing risk to our community highlights families' needs to check the Balga SHS website and Facebook page regularly. These are the most efficient ways that we can share information with you in the most timely manner. In addition, please ensure the school has your email address as we can also share information through this avenue. My staff are excited about the prospect of starting this school year, and we all hope there are no further interruptions to student learning. Should you have any queries regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to make contact with me. Yours faithfully Mark Carton Principal Tel: 9247 0222 Email: [email protected]

14.01.2022 COMMUNITY EVENT FOR BALGA AVENUE RESIDENTS This Saturday 12 December from 10am to 1pm Social Inclusion Mirrabooka is holding an event at Wadjak Northside for people who reside along Balga Avenue and surrounds. Come along and have a go at painting, share your ideas on building a better community, and enjoy a free lunch with your community.

12.01.2022 Our public schools welcome students back for Term 2. All students, whether at school or home, continue learning as part of their school community.

12.01.2022 Upcoming University Information & Open Day Events. The MMRC - Youth Connections Program team are offering assistance with two online events in the coming weeks for students interested in attending University. To register or for more information please text or call Terese on 0417 775 340 or direct message @mmrc.ycp on Instagram

12.01.2022 REMINDER TO ALL YEAR 12s. Final Year 12 Statement of Results are available from midday today Tuesday 20 October 2020. Please collect from the front office.

11.01.2022 Principals Update Term 2 Arrangements Balga SHS is open for students from this Wednesday,29th April. Teachers will be conducting their normal timetabled classes. As you are all aware, we delivered work packages to the home of every student over the last week. As advised by the government of Western Australia, it is recommended that all students return to full-time schooling onsite from this Wednesday. However, the government did indicate that the final decision on student a...Continue reading

10.01.2022 SPRING HAS ARRIVED Our Gardening Business Enterprise Model students have been busy harvesting some of the winter crops, do a general tidy up of the garden and planting something new. With the weather starting to warm up, the bees are actively pollinating all our crops currently in flower. We cant wait to see what produce the next few months bring us.

10.01.2022 SAVE THE DATE Summer Nights Outdoor Music Concert Wednesday 2nd Dec from 5pm - 7pm Students will be performing a mixed bag of hits from the 1950s to today. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. This is an alcohol, drug and smoke-free event. Social distancing measures must be adhered to whilst on school grounds - Maintain a distance of 2 metres between family groups.

09.01.2022 Hello Balga Senior High School Community, On Friday April 3 an email was sent to parents and carers of students at Balga SHS, for who we have email addresses for. Email, Facebook and the Balga Senior High School Webpage will be the main form of communication for Term 2, while students are at home or school and learning remotely.... If you DID NOT receive an email from the school on Friday April 3 and have an active email address, could you call the school during school hours Monday 6 - Thursday 9 April and inform us of the your email address OR email the school at [email protected] and include your name, your childs name, and your best contact number, so that we can call to confirm. Thank you, keep well, stay safe and have a great weekend.

08.01.2022 Hello all our wonderful Balga Senior High School Communtiy. We hope you are all keeping well and staying safe during these unusual times. Please read this letter as it has the latest information about how the school will operate next term.

08.01.2022 GIRLS ACADEMY AWARDS NIGHT Last Friday night was our annual Girls Academy Awards night, where we celebrated the hard work and achievements of our indigenous girls. It was a fantastic turnout and shows we are all so proud of our students in an extremely challenging year. Thank you, Danielle and Penne, for your guidance and support to our Girls Academy. Girls Academy Public education in Western Australia

07.01.2022 Attn: Parent / Carers We hope you are all keeping safe and well. We would firstly like to acknowledge and thank all the hard working staff during these challenging times. The P&C will be holding its Annual General Meeting in the schools staff room on Thursday, 14 May at 7pm.... Those wishing to attend can notify either Sharon Hunt or Jenny Johnson , during school times on 9247 0222. We look forward to your continued support !! Regards Mark Carton Principal

07.01.2022 SMS ATTENDANCE Balga SHS has now implemented the Compass Attendance SMS system. All parents and carers of students who have been marked absent for one or more classes will receive a text message from the school. Text messages will be sent out at 11.30am and 2.30pm. The message contains a link that gives you the opportunity to explain the absence. If you have any questions regarding this service please contact the school on 9247 0222

06.01.2022 To All our School Community, Please read:

06.01.2022 Balga SHS 50th Anniversary Update As you may be aware there were numerous events planned to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Balga SHS in 2020. Due to current circumstances these events have been postponed until further notice.... Please contact Hayley McGill at the school if you have any queries.

06.01.2022 ANCIENT ROME: EPIC INNOVATORS & ENGINEERS Year 7 students enjoyed a Good Standing Excursion to the WA Maritime Museum where they learned about Ancient Rome and the amazing feats of Roman engineers and their ingenious inventions.

04.01.2022 WALK TO A HEALTHIER YOU Did you know that walking for an average of 30 minutes a day can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes by 30 to 40 per cent? Joining a walking group will help you to reduce stress, be more alert, have a healthier body and build strong relationships.... The Heart Foundation is looking for community champions to help lead walking groups in your area and become part of Australias largest free walking network. They are running a free 45-minute information session at the Herb Graham Recreation Centre in Mirrabooka to learn more about leading a group. Call 0417 866 600 to reserve your place. Heart Foundation Walking

03.01.2022 2020 SSWA Years 7-10 Interschool Athletics Carnival What a fantastic day it was at the 2020 SSWA Years 7-10 Interschool Athletics Carnival. Forty determined athletes and student helpers headed to the WA Athletics Stadium to represent Balga SHS. The Balga Athletics team performed remarkably well with standout performances from Al Aktham Alsafouri, Jerome Jarwee. Al Aktham Alsafouri finishing third overall in the Year 10 Boys Competition by winning the A division 400m and placi...ng second in the 100m Hurdles. His team also won the 4 x 100m relay. Jerome Jarwee won the Year 10 Boys 100m A division race. Special mention goes to Ryan Culbong, who showed plenty of Balga Spirit by competing in seven events across the day. A big thank you to Moo Moo Ku Paw and Moo Nay Paw who took many great photographs on the day. Our student helpers (Moo Nay Paw, Sumaya Ahmed Hussein, Day Eh Paw, Paw Rey Moo, Mu K'Do Paw, Say Lah She Paw and Htae Htae Lay) are to be commended on the way they conducted themselves throughout the day. It didn't go unnoticed, with SSWA acknowledging how amazing they were in assisting at events and supporting our athletes. Thank you to Ms Bagshaw, Mr Bristow, Ms Donald and Mr Richards, for their enthusiasm and support on the day and also to Mr Milevski for organising the event.

03.01.2022 IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPAL

02.01.2022 TODAY IS R U OK? DAY R U OK? Day is about celebrating the importance of community and friendship in overcoming tough times. Life has been very challenging of late for many people. Take a moment to check in on friends and family and ask them R U OK?. Asking is just the start of connecting with another person and lending them a helping hand. R U OK? could be the most important question you ever ask. It could change a life. You dont need to be an expert to reach out - just a ...good friend and a great listener. Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life: 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check-in Watch the video showing how to ask a schoolmate R U OK? For more information, visit https://www.ruok.org.au/

01.01.2022 ALWAYS WAS, ALWAYS WILL BE This week Australia celebrates NAIDOC Week. Always Was, Always Will Be. recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. Balga SHS has a strong Indigenous community where Aboriginal students get to experience and learn their language, culture and history. Our Indigenous student dancers perform for not only our school but are also invited to perform at other schools and businesses. #NAIDOC2020 ...#NAIDOCWeek National NAIDOC Naidoc Perth

01.01.2022 JASPER JONES TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE There are still tickets available for our Drama students performance of JASPER JONES on Monday 7th December. To get your tickets to attend this FREE performance, click on the link below. https://balgashs.wa.edu.au/event/jasper-jones-performance/... NOTE: Some versions of Facebook app are showing as sold out. If this is the case for you please comment below with number of tickets you would like and we will get back to you. Limited seating available. So register for tickets now before they are all gone.

01.01.2022 Enrolments are now open for VacSwim swimming lessons during the October and December/January school holidays. The programs offer lessons for all levels, from beginners to advanced swimmers. Enrol your children in VacSwim now at https://www.education.wa.edu.au/vacswim