Filter Content
- SENIOR YEARS STUDENTS: SEMESTER 1 EXAMINATION TIMETABLE
- ALL YEARS: NEW UNIFORM ITEMS IN STOCK
- ALL YEARS: LOST PROPERTY
- ALL YEARS: ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY FESTIVAL WEDNESDAY, 12 MAY
- ALL YEARS: ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS DURING THE FESTIVAL
- ALL YEARS: DANCE FOR SICK KIDS
- ALL YEARS: AFTER SCHOOL DANCE CLUB
- ALL YEARS: YEAR 10 DRAMA PRODUCTION 'DISCONNECTED' WEDNESDAY, 12 AND FRIDAY, 14 MAY
- ALL YEARS: CHEER TEAM UPDATE
- ALL STUDENTS: MATHEMATICS CLUBS
- ALL YEARS: STUDENT MEDICAL CONDITIONS
- ALL YEARS: SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND ASSESSMENT OUTLINES
- ALL YEARS: KISS 'N' RIDE
- ALL YEARS: ABSENTEE PROCEDURES
- ALL YEARS: FUNDRAISING FOR THE CANCER COUNCIL
- ALL YEARS: SUBI EAST REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT UPDATE
- YEAR 7 STUDENTS: WOODMAN POINT CAMP WEDNESDAY, 26 TO FRIDAY, 28 MAY
- YEARS 8 AND 9 STUDENTS: MUSIC PERFORMANCE UNIFORM REQUIRED
- YEAR 10 STUDENTS: FREE MENINGOCOCCAL IMMUNISATION
- YEARS 10, 11 AND 12 ATAR STUDENTS: ONLINE STUDENT DECLARATION AND PERMISSION THURSDAY, 17 JUNE
- YEAR 12 ATAR STUDENTS : FINAL DATES TO WITHDRAW FROM YEAR 12 (AT) ATAR COURSES
- YEAR 12 STUDENTS: DEADLINE FOR UCAT MONDAY, 17 MAY
- P&C NOTICES
- FRIENDS OF MUSIC NOTICES
- EXTERNAL NOTICES
The Semester 1 Examination Timetable for Year 12, 11 and 10 courses can be viewed in Connect via the provided pathway:
Library > Curriculum, Assessment & Reporting > CAPs & Exams
The guidelines and conditions described in the SCSA Year 12 Information Handbook 2020 Part II Examinations and the Perth Modern School Senior Years Assessment Policy 2021, are available to download from Connect and apply for these school examinations.
- During the examination period, students are required to attend school only on the days and times scheduled for their examination/s. The school provides quiet study areas for students who choose to remain at school.
- One week prior to the examinations, students will receive their individual timetable for written examinations and will be given instructions by their teacher for practical/performance/oral examinations.
- The schedule for practical examinations will be given to students by their course teachers.
- Students will take in to each examination their Personal Examination Timetable, and photographic identification (such as a Smart Rider or Card Driver’s Licence) and make it available for the supervisor to see.
- It is important students read the Instructions to Students carefully on the reverse side of their individual examination timetables.
Senior Years Uniform
A reminder that the Senior Years uniform is in stock at the school Lowes shop, online and the Kardinya store. These items include a polo shirt and plaid skirt.
Current Senior students are encouraged to purchase and wear their new uniform with pride however for current Year 9 students entering Senior Years next year, the new uniform will be a requirement.
Outdoor Jacket
The new outdoor jacket for all students is also now available. As the weather turns cooler, obtain your jacket before the rush. Students now must not purchase older style jackets that are being phased out.
Second hand jumpers are available for $10 at the Finance Desk (open 8.15am - 3.45pm).
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.
It is with pleasure that we invite you to attend the Arts and Technology Festival – ‘eVision.’
Come along to the Mills Building from 6.00pm for a visual smorgasbord of Arts & Technologies student work. Be entertained by our newly formed Circus Troupe. Prepare to be dazzled and surprised. The Student Council will be selling drinks and sausages-in-a-bun upon entry.
6.00pm Wednesday, 12 of May
6.30pm Official speeches and awards
7.00pm Dance and Drama Performance
Light refreshments will be served throughout the evening and please feel free to invite other interested people to attend this event. We hope to see you on the night!
The opportunity to participate in a range of free and exciting after school workshops and master classes is available to students during Week 4.
The sign-up sheets for the workshops are outside the Arts and Technology office in Mills. Places are limited. For additional information please speak to an Arts and Technology teacher.
Monday, 11 May:
- Let's make Emoji biscuits (Year 9 students)
- Connecting Old Technologies with New E-Textiles (Years 7 -12 students)
Tuesday, 12 May:
- Humanoid Robotics (Years 7 - 12 students)
- Puppertry (Years 7 - 12 students)
Wednesday, 13 May:
- Formula Student Race Team
- Dance Master Class (Years 8 and 9 students)
Thursday, 14 May:
- Humanitarian Engineering: Engineers without Borders
This May, we need to put our dancing shoes on to make a difference and help over 60,000 families with a seriously ill or injured child that rely on Ronald McDonald House Charities in Australia each year.
We would like as many people as possible to join our school fundraising team so we can help even more sick children. Dance for Sick Kids is a 7-day dance challenge held during National Families Week, 15-21 May.
To kick off the Arts and Technology Festival next week, students are invited to join us in Tyler McCusker on Monday, 10 May during advocacy to join the Perth Mod dance party, bring along a gold coin donation to participate.
It is not too late to join, follow this link to join the team: https://www.danceforsickkids.com/join/perthmodernschool
If you like to dance, why not come along to Dance Club afterschool every Monday from 3:30pm - 4:30pm in the dance studio. All year groups and abilities welcome and there is no cost.
Please email melanie.wilcock@education.wa.edu.au for further information.
Disconnected by Donna Hughes
A bunch of teens find themselves in Saturday detention with six hours to kill. Everyone’s devices have been confiscated. How will they pass the time? Out of their comfort zones with no headphones and technology, the uneasy companions are forced to interact face to face. A highly physical sequence of events brings everyone to a stunned halt: the most forgettable girl in school may well be the glue to their social world.
When: The opening and closing of the 'eVision' Arts and Technology Festival
Wednesday, 12 May and Friday, 14 May 2021
Time: 7.00pm - 8.00pm
Where: Casey Drama Theatre
Tickets: $10
Booking Link Now Open: https://www.trybooking.com/BQZKT
The Perth Modern School Cheerleading Team has been training hard with their coach from TNT Cheer. As of Week 6, the training night will move from a Thursday to a Monday afterschool, commencing on Monday 24, May from 3:30 - 5.00pm.
If you would like to join the Cheer Team, please email melanie.wilcock@education.wa.edu.au or come along for a free trial.
Mathematics clubs continue to run through Term 2. Please review the details below.
Tournament of Minds Years 7 - 10 Students
Contact person: Ms Cheng and Mr Young (Mathematics)
When: Monday lunch time 1.05pm – 1.40pm
Where: AU16
Objective: TOM is an annual competition designed to encourage the development of higher order thinking skills and creativity in students. The competition is suitable for Years 7-10 students who have a passion for problem solving, team work and performing on stage, enabling them to demonstrate their skills and talents in an exciting, vibrant and public way. See www.tom.edu.au for more details.
Future Problem Solvers Years 7 - 11 Students
Contact person: Ms Cheng and Mr Young (Mathematics)
When: Monday lunch time 1.05pm – 1.40pm
Where: AU16
Objective: Students will be working in teams to participate in the Global Issues Problem Solving Competition where they will learn, practise and apply the skills in problem solving.
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
The school publishes its learning content programs and assessment outlines on the Perth Modern Connect Community space.
Should your child be absent from school, please encourage them to visit the file pathway below to access online learning materials.
https://connect.det.wa.edu.au/group/staff/ui/space/library?coisp=DomainSpace:369768597#664540_3
Connect>PerthModMySpace>Library>Curriculum, Assessment & Reporting>Course Assessment and Outline
A reminder there is currently no onsite parking at the school due to the Auditorium construction.
Kiss 'n’ Ride: There is a Kiss 'n’ Ride drop off in the Roberts Car Park and one located next to the basketball courts and the Tyler McCusker Sports Centre. Please follow the directions as per the line markings, keep to the left, pull up and leave in a timely manner to avoid bottle necks.
The drop off zones are often busy, so please pull up and leave in a timely manner to ensure traffic is not blocked. This also includes Hamilton Street where some students are dropped off.
It is advisable for students to take public transport to and from school if possible.
Parents needing to access the uniform shop or who have a meeting with a member of staff, will need to find street parking on Subiaco Road or Hamilton Street, or access the verge adjacent to the school oval on Subiaco Road.
See the school map for Kiss 'n' Ride locations:
Late Arrivals and Leaving Early
All students are required to sign in at Student Services if they arrive late to school. Students must present a completed note from a parent in the back of their diary to Student Services to obtain a Leave Pass when leaving the school early.
Absentees
To advise the school of absences, please email or SMS the Name of student, Advocacy and Reason for Absence.
- Email the Student Services absent line: perthmodern.absentees@education.wa.edu.au
- SMS the Absentee number: 0409 109 784
To improve our communications with parents and to ensure that our attendance records are accurate, Student Services will be sending out a weekly letter identifying unresolved absences (per period or day) and late arrivals for their child. If you receive one of these letters, please assist the school by completing the instructions on the letter. We thank you for your assistance.
Year 12 Process
Year 12 students with a Leave Pass are welcome to exit the school grounds during a free or study period. Students are required to tap out at an Academy portal. Students who have a scheduled class following a free period are expected to tap back in at an Academy portal.
Students who are required to leave early for an appointment or if they are feeling unwell during a sheduled class are to follow the same process as all students and sign out at Student Services with a note. A Leave Pass cannot be used in the situation.
Please see the information below for a project update regarding the demolition of Princess Margaret Hosopital.
Week 6 Wednesday, 26 May to Friday, 28 May
Please see the Key Information for Parents document below regarding location, itinerary, and what to bring list.
Further information will be posted on Connect and explained to students at a Camp Information Assembly one week prior to camp.
Please finalise payment of $260 by Friday, 14 May via the QKR App or by calling the Finance Office on (08) 9392 6843.
*This is a whole year group message, if you have already paid please disregard.
Mrs Katie Chin
Head of Year 7
Years 8 and 9 students are reminded that the Music Performance Uniform will be required for the upcoming concerts.
Please find attached the uniform information and updated concert schedule.
The Department of Health is offering a free, one dose, meningococcal ACWY immunisation program for Year 10 students. Students in Year 10 have received an information pack containing details of the program and a consent form for parents to sign. Please ensure all forms are completed and returned to school by Friday, 14 May (even if declining the vaccine).
More information is available via https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Meningococcal-vaccine
The school is seeking your assistance to complete information about the online Student Declaration and Permission procedure.
This applies to the following students:
- All Year 12 students
- Year 11 students who are studying ATAR Units 3 and 4 and sitting the 2021 ATAR course examinations
- Year 10 students, who have been given approval to study ATAR Units 3 and 4 and sit the 2021 ATAR course examinations
The Student Declaration and Permission Instructions have been saved to the Connect Library > Curriculum, Assessment & Reporting > School Curriculum Standards Authority (SCSA)
This is to be completed through the SCSA student portal. The portal is a space for students enrolled in Year 12 courses to check and access personal information that relates to their WACE.
Students are requested to complete this online process by Thursday, 17 June 2021.
Please review the final dates to withdraw from Year 12 (AT) ATAR courses below:
- Thursday, 22 July 2021 – final date for withdrawing students from Year 12 (AT) ATAR courses with practical examination components. No changes will be made to student enrolments in these courses after this date.
- Monday, 9 August 2021 – final date for withdrawing students from Year 12 (AT) ATAR courses which do not have practical examination components. No changes will be made to student enrolments in these courses after this date.
Please note this applies to all students completing a Year 12 (AT) course - even those accelerating in a year level other than Year 12.
University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) 2021
The 2021 booking date deadline for UCAT is the Monday, 17 May. If you are applying for medical, dental and clinical sciences degree programmes you will need to book in to sit the UCAT. A reminder that school assessments take priority so please consider this when booking a time/date.
P&C Meeting
Tuesday, 11 May 2021 7.00PM
The next P&C Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 11 May 2021 at 7.00pm in the McCusker Boardroom in the Beasley Building. All parents and interested citizens are welcome.
If you would like the P&C to discuss or address a particular issue, please email:
Phil Marshall – president@perthmodernpandc.com.au
or Jeet Ghosh – secretary@perthmodernpandc.com.au
Second Hand Uniform Shop
Upcoming opening hours include:
Monday, 10 May and 24, May
Monday, 14 June and 28, June
from 8.30am to 12.30pm
Please be advised that the shop is no longer able to accept cash payments.
Friends of Music Meeting
The next Friends of Music meeting will be on Monday, 14 June (Week 9) at 7.00pm in the McCusker Boardroom, Beasley Building, Perth Modern School.
You can attend the meeting via MS Teams as well and be ‘in the loop’ about all the upcoming events.
Upcoming Events
Winter Concert 1 - Thursday, 24 June
Winter Concert 2 - Wednesday, 30 June
Winter Concert 3 - Thursday, 1 July
We all get to escape with this special event that our young musician have been tirelessly rehearsing.
We appreciate your contributions for the concert suppers which will be provided each concert night. Join our parent volunteer army if you can and support our budding musicians.
Night at the Movies Friday, 25 June
Special goodies and treats will be on sale for this event with all proceeds going to Friends of Music to buy much needed items for the Music Department.
Get in touch with the Friends of Music Convenor if you need any more information via fomconvenorpms@gmail.com
Academic Group Term 2 - Tuition and Master Classes – Enrolments Now Open
- Term 2 – Tuition for Years 11-12 and Tuition for Years 7-10
Receive one-on-one support from experienced and qualified school teachers to improve understanding and boost school results.
Term 2 Tuition classes start Saturday, 24 April – Sunday, 4 July.
- Term 2 - ATAR Master Classes for Years 11-12
Specialised courses to help your child maximise their grades and strive for a top ATAR score.
Term 2 Master Classes start Saturday, 17 April – Thursday, 1 July)
To enrol go to www.academicgroup.com.au or call 9314 9500 or email learn@academicgroup.com.au
AMP's Tomorrow Fund 2021
For the eighth year, the AMP Foundation is again offering $1 million in Tomorrow Fund grants for amazing Australians doing great things.
Individuals of all ages, interests and walks of life who are working hard in any field – from art to technology, science to social innovation and sport, health, music and more – can apply online for grants of up to $100,000 up until Wednesday, 9 June 2021.
To make it easy, you can find a range of materials at ampstomorrowfund.com.au which also has a link to the application form.
Master Mind Australia Tuition
Atarget’s Master Class Program for Term 2 will commence Saturday, 24 April but enrolment can be made at any stage throughout the term. The classes will be held on the Christ Church Grammar School campus for all students from Years 7-12.
Perth Modern School students will receive a 20 per cent discount.
Enrol now at www.mastermindaustralia.com.au
Whitlam Institute Writing Competition
What Matters? is an Online writing competition open to Australian students in Years 5-12, entering as individuals or via the classroom.
What Matters? is a 'catalyst for young thinkers and young writers to develop a perspective, a point of view, on where we're heading as a society'.
Prizes include mentoring, money, trips and more.
Entries close Friday, 14 May 2021
Find out more or submit your entry via the link below: