Paired with good nutrition, we know exercise (physical activity) is a key factor in maintaining positive mental health and wellbeing. But what is it about exercise that directly benefits our mental health? When we exercise, blood flow and nerve connections increase to our brain, and our brain stimulates happy chemicals like endorphins and serotonin. As a […]
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Congratulations to Year 12 student Tara Stribley who was one of 23 players in the state chosen to represent the Associated and Catholic Colleges (ACC) girls’ team in the inaugural All Stars AFL tri-series against the Independent Girls Schools SA (IGSSA) and School Sport WA (SSWA) teams. On Friday 6 August at Claremont Football Club
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On Monday the 16 August we kicked off National Science Week (14-22 August) – a chance to inspire and excite our students about all things science in the world. The theme for National Science Week 2021 is Food: Different by Design, honouring both the United Nations International Year of Fruits and Vegetables and the International
Much has been discussed and dissected around the topic of bullying in recent years. While a lot of work has been done to understand how to address it and how to respond to it, it is still often confused with social conflict or friendship fires. It is important for us all to keep this conversation
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On Monday 2 August, our Senior Boys AFL team played Corpus Christi College in the Grand Final of the Simply Energy Cup – Glen Jakovich Division at Steel Blue Oval in Bassendean. The competition is coordinated by the West Australian Football Commission and the Secondary School Football Advisory Committee and more than 3,000 students from
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On Wednesday the 4 August at our College Assembly a number of students were presented with awards for their outstanding contribution and achievements at the College. Principal’s Commendation Awarded to: Sebastian Faraone. Sebastian provided another student with the opportunity to take a penalty at a critical point in a soccer match. The goal made the
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This morning at the Year level assemblies, all students were introduced to the process of selecting elective subjects for 2022. As in previous years, Subject Selection at La Salle College is completed online using the EDVAL system. All students have been emailed their unique web code to log in to EDVAL and select their elective
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We all have nights for whatever reason we just haven’t had enough sleep. We don’t feel so great, don’t look so great, and certainly don’t perform at our best. It is the same for people of all ages and has a significant impact on how children and adolescents’ function, both in the short and longer term.
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Miss Sorci’s Year 9 and 10 Media Arts Students were very fortunate to host Murdoch University Creative Arts Department Lecturer Jason Dohle and Student Teacher Kyle Dessent earlier this month. Mr Dohle and Mr Dessent taught the students how to to use the Adobe After Effects, which is a special effects program that manipulates and
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On Friday 6 August, all the students from our St Joseph Education Support Centre were invited to compete in the ACC Inclusive Soccer Carnival. We took a bus to Pat Goodridge Reserve and played games against other schools. Another team of students headed to Lords Sports Centre to compete in an indoor competition. Before we played
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Gratitude allows us to recognise the good in our lives, that is always present, occurring each day, we just need to take the time to pay attention to them. For example, you might ask yourself: What made you smile today? What did you learn today? What great thing did you notice about someone today? Who did
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NAIDOC Week is a significant cultural event for our College. It is a celebration of more than 65 000 years of history, culture and achievement but it is also a time to chart a just future for all. Last week we celebrated NAIDOC week at the College with an Assembly marking the start of a week
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On the evening of the 27 July, both the College choirs performed at St Mary’s Cathedral in the Sacred Choral Section as part of the Catholic Performing Arts Festival 2021. Directed by Miss Maddison Moulin the ensembles performed to the highest of their ability and received very pleasing adjudications. The Cathedral is always beautiful to sing in
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Our study learning sessions are on again in Term 3. These are led by our expert subject teachers, the sessions will run daily and aim to complement the learning that is already happening in the classroom. The sessions are available to all Year 7-12 students and will be held in the Senior Learning Centre. Any
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Life as a student can be busy, so ensuring your child is not putting themselves under extra stress is a major part of helping them to maintain their wellbeing. If they’re not organised and they feel like they’re not on top of things, this will only add to their stress. Being organised for school is
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In Term 2 La Salle College hosted a Year 4 Lasallian Experience for St Anthony’s students on Thursday 3 June from 9.30 am – 2.30 pm. Around 60 students explored our beautiful College grounds and participated in a range of fun and interactive learning adventures. Staff and a group of our Year 9 students guided
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On Monday 26 July we celebrated NAIDOC Week: Heal Country at a special College Assembly. This is a significant cultural event for our school community and marked the start of a week of activities including a 3 on 3 basketball competition, cooking, yarning and workshops. Aboriginal Elder Shaun Nannup delivered an inspiring Welcome to Country. This
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Our Year 10 Art students participated in a very special workshop on Friday 23 July. Artist and special effects designer Will Huntley visited the students to share his knowledge and know-how when it comes to sculpting a face from scratch. Mr Huntley has worked for Disney and on film sets in Hollywood including movies such
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On Wednesday 23 June (Term 2) we held our Whole School Athletics Carnival at Ern Clark Athletics Centre, Cannington. The weather held up for what was a beautiful sunny day for students to showcase their Lasallian spirit. The Carnival had many memorable moments including multiple individual records broken and a new team 4 x 100
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St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) is committed to promoting participation in the arts because of the many health benefits it brings to individuals and communities. In partnership with the SJGHC, the Catholic Arts Office is now taking nominations for the 2021 St John of God Health Care Visual Art Scholarship. Entry is open
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Wellbeing is quite simply, feeling well and functioning well. It also includes the ability to self-regulate when feeling out of balance. Throughout Semester 1 our students were provided with the opportunity to develop their social-emotional learning through a range of activities that took place during Long PCG. Semester 2 will continue in the same manner.
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During Term 2, La Salle College welcomed 16 education support students (across Years 3-6) from Good Shepherd Primary School into their Home Economics Department for a day of cooking adventures. The students are all active members of their school Cooking Club however only have access to a small kitchen. The excursion provided a memorable learning
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With a growing need for positive mental health messages for children and teenagers – the WA Branch of Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) WA has launched a series of five online videos highlighting the benefits books and reading bring to readers from early childhood to young adults – Reading for the Heart and Mind.
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Through concerts, performances and exhibitions, students at La Salle College are given opportunities and confidence to showcase their talent. Our annual College Music Soiree was held a few weeks ago and showcased our talented senior students that study or perform Music. The night consisted of a mixture of classical, jazz and contemporary solos with our
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I prepared the following community message below for you all last week. On reflection, this message could not be more timely and noteworthy as we enter a four-day COVID-19 lockdown. As a community we can all appreciate the team effort required from our government leaders and health staff in responding to COVID-19 and providing valuable
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Dear parents and guardians, This evening the WA Government has imposed a lockdown on people in Perth and the Peel region. The lockdown comes into effect from midnight Tuesday 29 June and will last for a minimum of four days. All schools, including our College will remain open. To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all
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Semester one reports are one way of providing families with feedback about their child’s academic progress. The expected standard for each year is described as ‘C’ or Satisfactory. All grades are determined through the use of the Achievement Standards provided by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority. If your child has been awarded a ‘D’ or
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Sunday 27 June 2021 Dear parents and guardians, This morning the WA Government has imposed “Phase One” COVID-19 restrictions on people in Perth and the Peel region. The restrictions came into effect from 12:00 noon Sunday 27 June and will last for a minimum of three days. During this time masks are mandatory indoors and on public transport and the two-square-metre rule has
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So that we can continue to provide a safe and respectful environment for everyone in our school and local community, we would like to remind our families and students to be courteous when parking in and around the College. Thank you for your ongoing cooperation and support. School Holidays Opening Hours Our College Administration Office will
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In Term 3 we are excited to be welcoming back a number of staff who have been on leave. At the same time, we bid farewell to those staff who have been covering these positions or taken on new roles outside of the College. We thank them for their contribution to our College community and
