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• Head of the River
• Mock Trials
• Godspell production

Over the weekend, our rowers delivered an outstanding performance at the Head of the River regatta, securing both the Hamer Cup (shared with Trinity College) and The Head of the River (Challenge Cup). It was a fantastic day at Champion Lakes, with the Christ Church community coming together to support our crews. Our 9A and 4th VIII crews set new PSA course records, while the 3rd VIII capped off the season with an undefeated run. Rowing is truly a unique sport, inspiring dedication from students and their families, who commit to countless early morning training sessions. This season, their hard work has paid off, and the remarkable depth of talent across our crews is a testament to the strength of the rowing program at Christ Church. I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed on the day and throughout the season, in particular to our coaching staff.

This week, the first round of the Mock Trials competition was held at the Supreme Court of Western Australia, providing students with a unique opportunity to experience the legal system firsthand. Competing in a real courtroom setting, participants took on the roles of barristers, solicitors, witnesses, and court officials, applying their analytical and public speaking skills to present arguments before a judge. The event showcased the students’ dedication, teamwork, and ability to think on their feet under pressure. It was an exciting start to the competition, and we look forward to seeing how our teams progress in the coming rounds.

On Wednesday, our Year 12 students attended the RAC bstreetsmart at RAC Arena. The presentation included a realistic crash scene re-enactment attended by emergency services, providing students with a first-hand look at how responders manage real-life road accidents. Throughout the event, students heard powerful testimonies from individuals directly affected by road trauma, offering invaluable insight into the long-term impact of reckless driving. They also had the opportunity to engage with emergency services personnel, gaining a deeper understanding of their critical role in saving lives and promoting road safety.

On Tuesday Midnite Youth Theatre Company’s latest production ‘Godspell, opened. The musical is a retelling of the Gospel of Matthew, blending song, humour, and parables to explore faith, love, and community. It is always wonderful to see our students embrace drama during their time at the School and then continue their passion beyond graduation with Midnite. This production brings together many old boys alongside their peers from schools across Perth. Since  1987, the company has been a vital part of the School’s creative and cultural life, providing a platform for students to develop their talents in drama, music, and performance, both during their school years and beyond. Godspell is showing until Saturday 29 March, if you would like to secure a ticket, please click here.

This weekend is our last round of PSA summer sport. Our teams have performed very well across the board and I would like to thank staff for their efforts in coaching, managing and supporting our students.

Alan Jones
Principal

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• Final summer sport fixtures
• Winter sport season
• Winter school uniform
• Head of the River
• Traffic congestion Friday 28 March

Last Saturday, the rowers showed that Christ Church is not only a force to be reckoned with in the water, but also on the water with a decisive win in the 1st VIII at the Head of the River regatta. The boys took the lead from the outset and maintained a strong finish, beating Guildford by a length and a half. The rowers shared the Hamer Cup, awarded to the winning team of the regatta, highlighting the outstanding depth and achievement of all the athletes throughout the competition. Congratulations to all the staff, coaches, and students involved in this remarkable rowing success.

The final round of summer fixtures will take place against Hale this weekend, with the Water Polo team looking poised to take out the Dickinson Cup. Wishing all the students, especially the Year 12 teams in their final fixture, an enjoyable round to wrap up a wonderful summer of sport.

A reminder that the winter sports season commences next week. All students have received information about the schedule for Weeks 10 and 11. Additionally, Year 7 and 8 students are reminded of their winter sports meeting on Tuesday 1 April, after school. It is also a time to ensure that the sporting attire fits, or new items have been purchased. Mouthguards are an item required for most winter sports. Please ensure your son has the required mouthguard for training and games.

On the topic of uniforms, it is important to prepare for the switch to the school winter uniform and the upcoming cooler weather. The winter uniform includes a belt and blazer, and it is recommended a school jumper be purchased as an additional warm outer garment, in addition to the blazer. Please note that the school tracksuit top/hoodie is part of the sports uniform and is not to be worn with the normal school uniform.

Please read Year Group Notices regarding potential traffic delays tomorrow morning.

Upcoming Senior School Events 

• PSA Sport v Hale – Friday 28 and Saturday 29 March 
• Year 7 Camp (Noake / Queenslea) – Monday 31 March to Thursday 3 April 
• SIA Marble Bar – Monday 31 March to Friday 4 April 
• Combined CCGS / St Hilda’s Concert – Friday 4 April, St Hilda’s PAC 6.30pm to 8.30pm 
• Year 12 Ball – Saturday 5 April 
• SIA Nullagine – Monday 7 to Friday 11 April 
• Brad Marshall – The Unplugged Psychologist Community Presentation – Thursday 10 April 6.30pm 
• End of Term 1 – Friday 11 April 12.45pm 

Mark Morrissy
Deputy Principal/Head of Senior School

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• Numeracy and mathematical skills
• Have Sum Fun Maths Competition
• Year 4 Kooringal visit
• Traffic congestion Friday 28 March

Numeracy and mathematical skills are essential in the home for young boys as they help develop problem-solving abilities, logical thinking, and confidence with numbers from an early age. Everyday activities such as counting toys, measuring ingredients while cooking, recognising shapes, or handling money provide natural and engaging ways for boys to build these skills. Encouraging numeracy at home supports school learning and helps boys see the real-world relevance of mathematics, making it more meaningful and enjoyable. Strong mathematical foundations also improve critical thinking and decision-making, setting your sons up for success in education and daily life.

In the Preparatory School, we are committed to providing our students with rich mathematical opportunities. As a staff, engaging in professional learning to ensure best practice in the classroom, coordinating a range of mathematical competitions for students to participate in, offering mathematical co-curricular clubs and providing rich learning experiences for our students assists in developing and supporting our rich mathematical culture.

On Tuesday, we sent three teams of students to represent Christ Church at the Have Sum Fun Maths Competition held at Nedlands Primary School. It was an incredibly enjoyable day for the boys, filled with engaging challenges and teamwork. The Have Sum Fun Competition is an exciting mathematics initiative that uses a quiz-night format, where teams of six students race against the clock to solve four intense rounds of eight challenging problems. Christ Church placed 1st and 3rd overall in a field of 36 teams. The students had the opportunity to listen to two pilots afterwards, who spoke of the importance of mathematics in their profession. Well done to our boys for a terrific effort.

Tomorrow, our Year 4 boys will head to Kooringal for their first experience with the Outdoor Education Program. This exciting opportunity allows the boys to explore our outdoor education facility, engage with the natural environment, and bond with each other while having a great time. The program focuses on developing collaboration skills, responsibility, leadership and care for the environment. Beginning in Year 4, the program culminates in the Venture experience in Year 10. We are confident the boys will have an unforgettable day.

Please read Year Group Notices regarding potential traffic delays tomorrow morning.

Dr. Steven Males
Head of Preparatory School