We understand students are being asked to adapt very quickly to a whole new way of learning. It is recommended students read the information below to help them with online learning:

PREPARING FOR ONLINE 

• Use a dedicated study space.
• Reduce distractions at these times.
• Practice time management. Use your diary to keep track of tasks and what you need to do.
• Ask for help when you need it. 
• Make time to exercise, practice mindfulness and engage in hobbies.
• Communicate effectively - people can’t assess your body language or tone of voice when you’re communicating via many electronic means.
• Where possible, download materials onto your device. 

YOUR CLASSES

• Treat the day as a normal school day and follow your timetable to establish a routine with regard to lesson delivery and access to teachers online. REC and MOD time will not run.
• Be Proactive. Check your schedule on the learning platform or Connect. Make a note in your diary about video conferencing or when work is due.
• Log into the normal online platform, your teacher will let you know if they are using something different.
• Familiarise yourself with your teacher’s expectations.
• Treat an online lesson like a “real” lesson.
• Participate in any online discussions and activities. Be prepared for them 10 minutes prior.
• Use language that you would use in a normal school day in class.
• Follow the Video Conferencing Protocols, when participating in an online lesson. Refer to the protocols below.

ROUTINE AND WELL-BEING

• The routine to the home school day is going to be really important to help maintain focus and structure to your day.
• Wake up, have a shower, dress appropriately (we suggest school uniform to set the scene) and have breakfast. Be ready to start your day at normal school time.
• Follow your regular school timetable, stay off your phone and social media.
• Take regular short breaks to eat, stretch your legs, get some fresh air.
• At the end of the school day, relax! Use this time to check in with friends, or watch a movie. If you have a secure garden, get outside, read a book or do some exercise.

STUDENT SERVICES

• If you are sick and are unable to access the online ‘classes’, can parents please inform Student Services through email or SMS.
• If you need to contact Student Services for support, please do so by emailing the Head of Year who will direct you to the service you need.

As of today, there has not been an update from the Education Department on if or how ATAR examinations will take place in 2020. We encourage our students to continue to work hard and prepare as best they can for examinations. We will update the school community as soon as further information is received. 

In consideration of current world events and in line with Department and Government advice and/or direction, all Perth Modern School interstate and international tours planned for 2020 have now been postponed or cancelled. The only exception to this is the Ningaloo Marine Tour that we hope will proceed in October if the situation allows.

We have recently conducted a review with our tour leaders and below are proposed tours as at April 2020. Please note that this information is subject to world conditions and all relevant permissions being granted for travel. All costs indicated are based on the number of students attending the tour and are approximate only.

Please be aware, depending on the nature of the tour, it may be by invitation only or expression of interest. Additionally, numbers may be capped, and a process run to determine the students who attend.

More information will be forwarded to students and parents when it is possible to do so. We look forward to accompanying our students on interstate and international tours to enrich their learning experience.

Perth Modern School is offering this brand new alabaster glass chandelier light for sale. It is the 'Ashley 5 Light' chandelier by Mercator Lighting with an RRP of $520. This light has been donated to the school and money raised will go towards our new 700-seat auditorium. The chandelier comes in a box. 

If you are interested in purchasing, please submit your highest bid to brianna.peck@education.wa.edu.au by 9.00am Friday, 17 April. 

All bidders will be notified via email of the outcome.

P&C Meeting

Tuesday, 12 May 2020 7.00PM

The next P&C Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 12 May 2020 at 7.00pm in the McCusker Boardroom in the Beasley Building. All welcome. 

ADHD WA virtual teen support group

SafeZone Counselling in collaboration with ADHD WA is now offering a free virtual support group for teens (ages 14 - 17). Thed delivery of these services wiill be via Zoom conference every third Thursday of the month from 5.00pm. The first emeting will be held Thursday, 16 April. 

Note that places are limited and the group is for ADHD WA members only. If you are interested please email hello@adhdwa.org before Monday, 13 April. 

Alliance Francaise Perth is now online

Alliance Francaise have now moved all French courses online and are delivered through an online learning platform via video-conferencing and e-learning. 

Free online activities will be held during the Easter holidays including a book club, a film club, class trials and special story time sessions for children. 

See the lnk below to browse the classes online for Term 2:

https://www.afperth.com.au/