Senior School Bulletin - Term 2, Week 10

Student Report Release Schedule

We would like to inform all parents and caregivers that the Semester 1 student reports is expected to be available Friday 26 June.

We encourage parents and caregivers to take the time to review their child’s report when it becomes available on SEQTA and celebrate their achievements and progress throughout the semester. Should you have any questions or wish to discuss your child’s report, please contact their teacher or year-level coordinator.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child’s learning journey.

As per the St Marks App notification - Please note the newly confirmed date for the Year 11 River Cruise - 19 August instead of 27 August.

Under WA road safety laws, only individuals aged 16+ can use eRideables or eBikes with the motor engaged.

To manage safety and ensure road safety laws are followed, from the start of Term 1 of 2026 (2 February), eRideables and eBikes will not be permitted on school grounds by students under 16 years old.

More information

To learn more about eRideable and eBike laws, penalties, buying guides and safety, visit the Road Safety Commission website at: www.wa.gov.au/organisation/roadsafety-commission/erideables

We will be running an information evening for the upcoming Year 9 and Year 10 OAS Expeditions, Monday 3rd August in the Barbara Godwin Performing Arts Complex.

Please attend the session relevant to your child's year group:

• Year 9: 6:00pm-6:45pm
• Year 10: 7:00pm-7:45pm

The evening will highlight critical information about the upcoming Year 9 and Year 10 Outdoor Adventure Studies Expeditions.The event is open to both parents and students.

In case you missed our email back on 22 May regarding the Term dates for 2027:

Term 1

• Students Commence: Monday 1 February
• Term Concludes: Friday 9 April

Term 2

• Students Commence: Thursday 29 April
• Term Concludes: Friday 25 June

Term 3

• Students Commence: Tuesday 20 July
• Term Concludes: Friday 24 September

Term 4

• Students Commence: Monday 11 October
• Term Concludes: Thursday 9 December

You can also view the Term Dates and Public Holidays via the link here.

With approximately 1,100 families in our school community, if every family donated just $7 — about the cost of a large coffee — we could raise an incredible $7,700 for mental health through The Push-Up Challenge.

That's the power of community.

One coffee.
One small donation.
One big impact.

While our team is working towards completing 3,307 push-ups in 24 days, your support helps fund vital mental health programs, services and research across Australia.

Together, we can make a real difference for those experiencing mental health challenges.

Just for today, your donation will be DOUBLED!

Every dollar you give today will have twice the impact, helping us make an even greater difference. Don't miss this special opportunity to amplify your support and change more lives.

Push for better mental health with us.

Donate below and make your generosity go twice as far! So that's donating the cost of two coffees for the price of one!

https://www.thepushupchallenge.com.au/fundraisers/stmarksanglicancommunityschool

We remind families that there are several Kiss ‘n Drive drop-off and pick-up points available around the School, including:

• Whitfords Avenue entrance (Gate 4)
• Early Learning Centre (via Gate 3)
• Eastern Access Road (via Gate 3)
• Outside the Performing Arts Complex (via Gate 3 or Gate 2)
• Additional Kiss ‘n Drive bay on St Marks Drive (travelling east to west)

To ensure the safety and efficiency of these areas, all drivers must adhere to the following:

• Kiss ‘n Drive bays are strictly “No Parking” areas, whether or not you remain in your vehicle.
• Students must exit from the passenger side doors as quickly as possible.
• Students must use the designated crosswalks located at each Kiss ‘n Drive area within the School grounds.
• Do not overtake vehicles ahead of you in the Kiss ‘n Drive queue.
• Do not drive through car parks the wrong way.
• Please be patient, drive slowly and remain aware of pedestrians and other road users at all times.
• At pick-up time, if your child is not at the Kiss ‘n Drive when you arrive, please follow the Traffic Warden’s directions and move forward to rejoin the queue.
• For families with children in Years 6–12, we kindly ask that you refrain from joining the Kiss ‘n Drive queue too early, as this can block access for Primary traffic entering the drive-thru area. Staggered end-of-day times across the campus are designed to support smoother traffic flow.

These procedures are not optional. They are in place to protect the safety of our students and wider community. We ask all families to work cooperatively with the School and demonstrate patience, respect and consideration during busy traffic periods.

We appreciate the support of the vast majority of our families who do the right thing each day and help maintain a safe environment for everyone.

With regards,

St Mark’s Anglican Community School

To ensure the safety and security of all students and staff, we ask all parents and carers to follow the procedures below when visiting the school site.

Signing In

• All parents must report to Parent Reception upon arrival.
• Parents must sign in at Parent Reception before entering the school grounds for any appointment or visit.
• A visitor name badge will be issued and must be worn at all times while on site.
• Visitors must sign out at Parent Reception before leaving.

These procedures help us maintain a secure and well-managed environment for everyone in our community.

Dropping Off Items

• All items for Middle School and Senior School students must be dropped off at Parent Reception.
• Students will be contacted to collect their belongings during the school day.
• Parents are not permitted to go to Middle School Reception or Senior School Reception. These areas are designated for student use only.

We appreciate your cooperation in following these guidelines and thank you for helping us maintain a safe and orderly school environment.

If your child will be absent, arrive late, or need to leave early, please notify the School with a reason for the absence via the St Mark’s App, SEQTA Engage, or by emailing absentee@stmarks.wa.edu.au. This applies to all year groups; notifications sent to other email addresses may not be received.

When emailing, please include your child’s first name, surname, and class/year level in the subject line.

Absences of three or more consecutive days require a medical certificate. Requests for extended leave or holidays during the school term must be submitted in writing to principal@stmarks.wa.edu.au for consideration.

WHEN: Sat, 1 August 2026, 1pm - 5pm

WHERE: St Mark's Anglican Community School - Senior Academic Centre Staffroom

Time to get your game face on! The POSTMEN are back for the annual Games Day. A fantastic afternoon for fathers and father figures to come along with their kids and enjoy a range of different and interesting board games.

Helpers will be there on each table to make it easy to pick up the rules and enjoy the games and we'll round the afternoon off with pizzas for an early simple dinner.

Thanks to Adam from boardgamesdirect.com.au for bringing the games for us to play with and enjoy on the day - if you find something you really like, you'll also be able to place an order with him to get your very own copy for home.

There will be some awesome prizes on offer and of course our annual epic Klask tournament - if you're not familiar with Klask, recommend you Google it. Bring your A-Game and we hope to see you there!

Book your ticket here.

A reminder that our Career Compass Newsletter is available fortnightly via the school app.

This publication features a range of career‑related events, pathway information, and practical resources to support students’ career awareness and help them make informed decisions about life, work, and further study after school.

We encourage families to check in regularly and discuss the opportunities shared with their child.

Click HERE to access the Career Compass.

Check out the upcoming events at St Mark's and ticketing links here.

Elevate Education delivers high-impact workshops to our students that help to develop their study skills, motivation, and exam preparation. Over the next term, you're invited to join their parent webinar series, where you can help support your child at home by reinforcing the skills they're learning at school.

• How to Help Your Child Navigate the World of AI and Study - 6th May 6:30pm (AEST)
• How You Can Help Your Child Prepare for Exams - 20th May 6:30pm (AEST)
• How You Can Support Your Child During Exams - 3rd June 6:30pm (AEST)
• Ask Me Anything (Live Q&A) - 17th June 6:30pm (AEST)
• How to Help Your Child Alleviate Stress - 1st July 6:30pm (AEST)

Click here to register for free

Purchase your new Entertainment Membership between now and 23 June 2026 and you'll go into the draw to win one of three Family Passes to Event Cinemas for the school holidays! (Passes must be used by 13 July 2026.)

With hundreds of offers on attractions, dining, shopping, travel, and entertainment, your Membership can help you save on all the activities that keep the kids entertained during the Winter holidays, such as:

AQWA · Event Cinemas · Hoyts Cinemas · Rottnest Fast Ferries · Hijinx Hotel · Holey Moley Golf · Strike Bowling and Laser Tag · Cuddly Animal Farm · Fremantle Prison · Cockburn Ice Arena · Hi Voltage Entertainment · Landsdale Farm ·Wanneroo Botanic Golf · Summit Climbing · Times Up Escape Rooms · Treetops Adventures Yanchep · WA Maritime Museum · Rollerzone... plus heaps more!

Best of all, $15 from every Membership sold will be donated directly to our school, helping to fund valuable programs, resources, and future projects for our students.

Save more. Enjoy more. Support our school - www.entbook.com.au/83g329

Brush out your mullet, pull on your finest flanno, and prepare for a ripper night out! Following a sell-out event in 2025, the St Mark's Parents & Friends' Association is bringing back Bogan Bingo for another night of laughs, music, and bogan brilliance.

• When: Saturday 22nd August 2026
• Doors Open/Pre Show: 6:00pm
• Bingo Starts: 7:00pm sharp
• Where: St Mark's Ken Fairfield Hall – the only place legends gather!

It's half game show, half party, and 100% bogan fun. Expect hilarious bingo calls, epic air guitar contests, and dancefloor-worthy rock anthems blasting between rounds. Then, when the bingo wraps up, the DJ will keep the good times rolling with all the classic 80's rock tunes.

Don't miss out! Secure your table today!

For further info and ticketing options click here: https://events.humanitix.com/smacs-p-and-f-bogan-bingo-2026

The St Mark's Annual Art Show is returning in October 2026, and we're looking for parents and community members to help bring this fantastic event to life.

You don't need any art experience, event planning skills, or special knowledge—just a willingness to contribute, share ideas, and help create a fun and successful event for our school community.

The Art Show is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate local artists, connect with the community, and enjoy a fantastic Opening Night event.

Whether you can offer a little time or a lot, we'd love to hear from you!

For more information or to join the committee, please contact Amanda at: ArtShow@stmarks.wa.edu.au

Come along and help make the 2026 Art Show our best one yet!

All Old Scholars are invited to attend the 2026 Annual General Meeting at 7pm on Tuesday, 18 August, in the SAC Staffroom.

Drinks and nibbles will be served.

Parent Commitment Hours can be claimed.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

All positions will be declared vacant, and nominations are called for a new Committee. All current members of the Association are encouraged to attend the AGM, and any member may nominate to join the committee.

• Nominations can be submitted to osa@stmarks.wa.edu.au by Friday 14 August. Nominations can also be taken from the floor at the AGM.
• Any members who are not able to attend may select a proxy to vote on their behalf at the AGM. Completed proxy forms should be emailed to osa@stmarks.wa.edu.au by Friday 14 August.
• Members are welcome to submit items for the agenda by emailing emailed to osa@stmarks.wa.edu.au by Friday 14 August.
  
• The Agenda, Nomination Forms and Proxy forms are available by request to osa@stmarks.wa.edu.au.