Progress Review Day - Tuesday, 22 March 2022 (11.00am to 7.00pm)  

These interviews are optional, if you are happy with your child’s progress and how they have settled into the new school year you do not need to make a booking.  Teachers who have any academic or pastoral concerns regarding your child will email you or contact you directly, in this instance parents are encouraged to make a booking. We appreciate that due to work commitments or time constraints you may be unable to find a time suitable, if this occurs please contact the teacher via email.

When will Parent Teacher Online (PTO) Open?

PTO will open from 6pm on Tuesday, 15 March.  

When will PTO Close?

PTO will close at 10am on Monday,  21 March.

How do I access PTO?

To access PTO please go to the following website https://bookings.parentteacheronline.com.au/Logon2.aspx?school=pphkr

If your browser fails to load the PTO page, copy it to your web browser -

* Select Obtain PIN/Password

* Type in the parent email address

* Select Send Email

* You will receive an email containing your Surname/Login and PIN/Password

* Click in the link provided or type these details on the login page 

Full instructions are provided to you after log in -

* When you login, the system displays only your own child/children

* You will only see timeslots that are available at the time you are using the system

* When you have made all the bookings you require, please download or email the report of your bookings for your reference. 

* Other parents may be making bookings while you are using the system. It is possible, though unlikley that a time slot is displayed to you as available but is then booked by another parent shortly afterwards. If you attempt to book this timeslot it will not be availlable, and a message will be made to indicate this. 

If you require assistance with PTO please email jason.callaghan3@education.wa.edu.au

Remember to include your child's surname and a brief description of your problem. 

How will the interview be conducted?

Interviews will be via phone or video conferencing through Webex.

For video conferencing interviews: Access to clickable location links is sent to you 15 minutes before the interview starts. It is in the form of an email invitation.

You don't need an account to attend a meeting on Webex.

For further support:

Join a Webex Meeting for the first time as a guest

When you log in you will be able to see how your interviews will be conducted.

Yes, it will tell you whether an interview is by mobile or video conferencing (Webex).

What happens if I cannot attend my scheduled interview?

If you are unable to attend your scheduled interview, please email the subject teacher directly.

Please do not call the school as teachers may be off site.

For any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Fiona Tholet, Associate Principal on fiona.tholet@education.wa.edu.au

If your child has a medical condition that requires medication, please ensure that they always carry it with them. For example epipens, ventolin, hay-fever/allergy medication, analgesics etc. Students are advised to bring no more than one day’s medication to school at any time.

If there is any change in your child's medical condition, please notify the school via perthmodernschool@education.wa.edu.au

There are a number of students and staff in the school with severe life threatening allergies (anaphylaxis) to various foods, insect bites/stings and medications. Please talk to your child about anaphylaxis and encourage them to always take allergies seriously. More information on anaphylaxis can be found on Anaphylaxis (healthywa.wa.gov.au)

Parents/caregivers should remind their child that allergies can be very serious and not to share their food with other students.

A student with a food allergy should never take food from another student, especially if the ingredients are unknown.

Students should be respectful of all medications, including adrenaline auto-injectors. If a student/friend is unwell from suspected food allergen they should seek help from an adult immediately.

Public Transport

Parents could you please discuss with your child about appropriate behaviour on public transport:

• Be aware of others and watch the noise level and language used 
• Students are expected to stand and offer their seat to an adult
• Do not congregate around doorways to allow easy access for others
• Be mindful of where school bags are placed so as not to block pathways or trip up other commuters.

Road Safety

Please reiterate to your child to be conscious of their surroundings and cross at controlled intersections such as cross walks and traffic lights. It is important that they only cross when it is safe to do so.

ESAFETY ADVICE FOR PARENTS

Esafety has a website dedicated to providing information on how to ensure a safe online environment for children.

https://www.esafety.gov.au/

There is also helpful information to guide parents when issues arise including Reporting Abuse.

Sometimes, when students are involved in online groups they may experience a situation that is not a positive one.

We would encourage anyone in this situation to seek help and this web page is an ideal space for that first line of information.

At Perth Modern we have multiple programs set up to assist students to create positive experiences online, however, should these or the eSafety resources not help your child in their situation, they are more than welcome to seek support from the Student Services team at school PerthModern.StudentServices@education.wa.edu.au

DIGITAL FOOTPRINTS

As part of the curriculum, when using the internet, we encourage students to have a safe, positive experience online and to be aware of their digital footprint that could adversely affect them in the future. Please discuss with your child their online interactions. Include in your conversations school apps like Connect and OneNote, different social media platforms, and email communications.  

2022 FINANCE UPDATE FOR PARENTS

2022 student charges and contributions are now payable. These may be paid via the Qkr App or by calling the School Finance Office on: (08) 9392 6843.

Statements of Account will be sent before the end of March.

Secondary Assistance Scheme

The Secondary Assistance Scheme is available to parents/guardians with children enrolled in secondary schooling who hold an eligible concession card.  The Secondary Assistance Scheme comprises of an Education Program Allowance which is paid to the school and a Clothing Allowance that is paid to the parent.  (If the student is enrolled in a public school, the parent may nominate the clothing allowance be paid to the school).

For public schools, the Educational Program Allowance (EPA) of $235 for students in Years 7 to 10 will be paid to the school and will be applied towards the voluntary contribution.  Any balance will be applied against charges or as negotiated with the parent/guardian. For students in Years 11 to 12 the EPA will be applied to cover charges in the first instance.

How to Apply

Application forms are available at Secondary Schools.  Students or parents need to provide proof of eligibility and a school officer needs to witness the application form.  Applications close 8 April 2022.

Eligibility

Available to parents/guardians of secondary students if the parent is a holder of: Pensioner Concession Card, or Health Care Card (Not children’s concession card which has been issued for medical purposes) or Department of Veterans Affairs Pensioner Concession Card. Eligible parents/guardians that home school their children can also apply through their Education Regional Office. Parents of students in receipt of Department of Human Services (Centrelink) ABSTUDY are only eligible for the ABSTUDY Supplement Allowance.

Label All School Uniform Items

Parents are reminded about the importance of labelling your child's possessions including all uniform items so they can be returned to your child if collected by Lost Property. Please label clearly with their first and last name as well as their advocacy group. Unfortunately without a name on the item we cannot ensure your child's property is returned. Items held in Lost Property are only held for one month and if uniform items have not been collected they will then be donated to the Second Hand Uniform Shop.

Lost Property Process

Students can visit AL4 during advocacy on Monday and Friday to check the lost propety. If the item cannot be found, students are to complete the details of the missing item on a red ticket. The item will be checked for over two weeks and returned to the student if found.

Below is the process to follow if your child loses an item while travelling on a Transperth service: 

Drama Productions Update Term 1

Year 9 Drama Improvisation Evening

Unfortunately, the Year 9 Drama Improvisation Evening scheduled for Friday, 25 March has been cancelled. We will perform in house instead on Friday, 25 March during class time and will livestream to student families. A recording will be made of the event and shared with students.  

Year 12 Drama Production

Unfortunately, the Year 12 Drama Production scheduled to be performed for an audience on 4 and 5 April will not be going ahead. A recording of selected scenes will be shared with student families.

Perth Modern School is now registered with the Containers for Change scheme with  families able to take their household containers to a collection centre to obtain the full 10 cents per item which will be credited to the school.

The ID code is C10441085.

We thank you for your ongoing support to our Sustainability Advocacy group and their projects at school.

Please see flyer below for an update on the Subi East Redevelopment - 'Work begins on the oval' 

Students are reminded that valuables left in school bags are not guaranteed safe, and it is important not to leave bags unattended. Students should leave valuable items at home or in their locker.

Students with bicycles at school are requested to use a sturdy D-lock rather than the cable wire ones. D-locks make bikes much harder to steal. Student Services have purchased a number of D-Locks for students to borrow in Term 2.

Also, please register your bike at Bikelinc Australia, which helps return stolen or lost bikes to the owner. 

https://bikelinc.com.au/

AUSTRALIAN GEOGRAPHY COMPETITION 2022

All Years 7 and 8 HASS students have been entered into this prestigious competition by the school.  The competition will be conducted in HaSS classes Monday, 28 March.  This year, the competition will be conducted online via the Education Perfect Portal.  As for all classes, Yeara 7 and 8 students are asked to ensure that they have their device with them for their HaSS class on this day and that it is fully charged.  If students would like to practice/prepare for the competition, more details can be found here...  https://geographycompetition.org.au/practice-questions/. 

Good luck to all Years 7 and 8 students!

P&C Meeting

The next P&C Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, 10 May 2022 at 7.00pm. However, this is still to be confirmed. Depending on health advice it will be either held online or at the school. This will be advised at the appropriate time. All parents and interested citizens are welcome to participate. 

Town of Cambridge presents Claire Eaton: 'Supporting today's tweens and teens to thrive in high school' 

Date: Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Time: 6.30pm - 8.00pm

Location: The Boulevard Centre, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat (Lower Level Cambridge Library) 

See flyer below for more information:

Clare_Eaton_information_for_schools_002_.pdf

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Become a puppy raiser or boarder

Guide Dogs WA have begin their first Western Australian Guide Dog Breediung program and need voluntyerr puppy raisers.

Puppy Raisers welcome an 8 week old puppy into their home and with support, spend approximately 12 months introducing the puppy to the environments and experiences they will encounter as a working dog. They also teach the young pup basic obedience and socialisation.

To discuss further, contact Megan Kellett, Volunteeer Coordinator at Megan.Kellett@guidedogswa.com.au or 0458 028 048. 

Academic Task Force - ATAR Revision Courses 

Academic Task Force is offering ATAR Revision courses both online and in-class during the April school holidays. See fyer below for more information:

Academic Task Force is offering Years 7 - 10 Skills Development Courses at Perth Modern School in the April school holidays.

See flyer below for more information:

Tuition for all students Years 7-12 including NAPLAN in the April school holidays.  There is an offer of a 20% discount for Perth Modern School students. See flyer below for more information:

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