How often have you had those, “I’m so proud of you” moments? And no, I’m not talking about the Olympics, although there are lots of ‘proud to be Australian’ moments in the pool and beyond.

I’ve had a few of them this week. A Year 12 girl spoke with such conviction to staff about how God empowers us to guide others, that she reminded me of a seasoned educator. The students showcasing their music and art talent at the CAPA Night transported me to another world – just wonderful! And each morning the secondary chapel team have served with compassion and love.

Such incredible talent we have in our midst – how proud I am to be part of this learning community. It has been an incredible start to the term, from planting in the gully behind the school, as part of National Tree Day to seeing creative HSC Technology projects nearing completion.

Thank you for entrusting us with your children. The staff and I are proud to serve them, to teach them and to learn with them. Together we provide a firm foundation for our students. As they grow and explore, may they find a life filled with meaning and purpose. A life to be proud of.

God bless
Mrs Julia Heise - Principal

Welcome back!

As a chaplaincy team we hope that you all had the opportunity to create new memories with your kids over the school holidays. The holiday highlight for our team was our first year 10 STORMCo trip! 35 amazing young students from our school and 5 staff travelled to Waratah in Tasmania, a remote 249 person town in the middle of the wilderness. Our young people had such a fun time and the town loved them! The people of Waratah are already excited our next trip in 2025.

We are now heading towards our year 11 Fiji service trip! Thank you to all who attended our CAPA night and supported the Fiji fundraising team by purchasing food.

Last week was also our High School week of worship! Our American guest preacher Pr Ron Sydney led our student body on such a great journey toward seeing Jesus as our firm foundation amongst all the competing messages and tensions in our lives over the week. We have loved seeing the students take part and laugh, sing, and even shed a few tears over the week.

Until next time, God bless you and your family!

Chaplaincy team

Pr Nick Kross - Head Chaplain

Please click on the link below to view the school term dates and public holiday information for 2024.

You can access the list of upcoming School events via the link below. The School Calendar is also available under the Parent Information tab on the School website.

Students of the World – Host families

We currently have 2 exchange students in our community who are ready for a new experience and a new host family.

If you have ever considered hosting a student in your home or would like to find out more, please contact us for a no obligation chat on 0401 562 768 or [email protected] .

Experience is not required – just a willingness to open you home and heart to a young person from overseas and share our Australian way of life with them.

Hosting a student is a rewarding experience and a great opportunity for your family to gain a unique insight into another culture.

Please feel free to share this information with other families you know who may be interested.

Thank you.

It was with sadness that we say a fond farewell to the wonderful Raelean who worked as our Marketing Coordinator for the last 18 months. She is moving on to work in a field which she loves and can use her creative flair daily, which benefited us so much during her time at school. We wish her well in her new position and hope she is successful and happy there. She will be missed.

TOMORROW we are turning our school ‘Green and Gold’! Show your support for the Australian Olympic team competing in Paris and come dressed in Green and Gold for the day. Don’t forget to bring some money to buy some snacks during break times raising money for the Year 11 Fiji Service Trip. Students will also have the opportunity to take part in our WAS House Olympics to earn some house points.
Looking forward to a great day to support our Aussie team!

-WAS Sports Coordinators – Mr. Ignatius Ah-You and Mr. Jack Fulton

In a vibrant celebration of creativity and collaboration, our school recently hosted an extraordinary event that brought together the harmonious worlds of music and visual arts.

The "CAPA creative" display held at Fox Valley church, was a mesmerizing showcase of the talents of our students, demonstrating the power of art in its various forms. The hall was transformed into a gallery, with walls adorned with an array of student artworks. From abstract paintings to detailed sketches, each piece reflecting the unique perspective and skill of the student.

The school's orchestra, choir, and various solo performers took the stage, creating a dynamic auditory experience that perfectly complemented the visual spectacle. The music ranged from classical pieces to contemporary hits, showcasing the versatility and talent of our young musicians.

The "CAPA creative" display was not only a platform for showcasing talent but also a testament to the importance of integrating arts into education. This event emphasized the role of the arts in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and emotional expression among students.

The success of the event was made possible by the dedication of our art and music teachers, who tirelessly guided the students in preparing for this showcase. Their efforts, combined with the enthusiasm and hard work of the students, resulted in an unforgettable evening that left a lasting impression on all who attended.

As the final notes of the last musical performance faded and the lights dimmed on the completed art displays, there was a palpable sense of accomplishment and joy in the air. The "CAPA Creative" display was more than just an event; it was a celebration of the boundless creativity and collaboration within our school, setting the stage for even more artistic endeavours in the future.

Kristina Vucevski  - Head of CAPA

Women in STEMM

Some of our students were given the opportunity to attend the SAN Clinical Education Centre for a Women in STEMM (science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine) seminar. It was hosted by the San Foundation in conjunction with the Sydney Adventist Hospital, Australian National University, and Avondale College of Nursing.

The seminar featured engaging presentations from leading professionals in various STEMM fields including:

Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, ENT Surgeon, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist.

"The STEMM seminar was truly an unforgettable experience. The speakers were really humorous, empowering us to pursue a STEMM-related pathway. They shared their journey on becoming who they are today and briefly explained their job responsibilities. The speakers have certainly inspired me, and I am sure that they have inspired and encouraged many others to go into a STEMM field as well."

Aojie L (Year 10)

“On the 31st of July myself and some of my female peers had the privilege of participating in a program for women in STEMM run by the San Foundation. We heard from many different speakers, ranging from women such as Dr Emily Granger (Cardiothoracic Surgeon) to Eliza Kenny (Senior Director of Operations). Overall, the seminar was eye-opening to the word of STEMM particularly with its focus for women in these professions. I’m thankful for the experience and highly recommend to girls who are looking at careers is STEMM.”

Holly C (Year 10)

Congratulations to Evie B (4W), Brody L (4W), Ryan L (6A) and Tiffany L (8S) who have all finished the Premier’s Reading Challenge.  Great effort!

PLEASE NOTE: Student access to the Premier’s Reading Challenge website ends on August 23 , so if you haven’t entered your books online there is only 3 weeks left to do so!

Dear Parents and Carers

We are excited to announce that we will be adding female navy trousers to our suite of uniforms from Term 3. These can be worn in Terms 2 and 3 as part of our winter uniform.

The trousers are to be ordered through the Uniform Shop or through Flexischools. There is at least a 2-week turnaround from date of payment and no exchanges or refunds will be granted for incorrect purchases.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

Kelly Oldfield - Uniform Shop Manager

The options for purchasing uniforms for Term 3 are:

Shop Open Hours: Tuesday morning 8.20am – 9.30am and Thursday afternoon 2pm – 3.20pm. First day back for Term 3 is Thursday 25th July.

Online orders via Flexischools: Every Tuesday and Thursday Flexischool orders will be processed and available for collection. All orders close at 8pm the night before. Secondary School orders can be collected from the office. Primary School orders will be delivered to the student's classroom.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected] .

Mrs Kelly Oldfield - Uniform Shop Manager

For more information or to arrange a fitting please contact Mrs Kelly Oldfield via email at [email protected].

Mrs Kelly Oldfield- Uniform Shop Manager

Bush Dance on the 10th of August.

This is a whole school event, all ages welcome. It is a night filled with bush dancing moves, a live band (so you can just sit and listen if you prefer), plus a competition for the best dressed Cowgirl or Cowboy, and hopefully lots of laughter amongst friends.

It is also an opportunity for the school community to support our Year 11 students who are raising funds to purchase supplies for their service trip to Fiji. So, all profits made from food purchases and sales will go to the Year 11 fundraiser.

Bookings have now closed. Tickets will be available at the door. Snacks only will be available to purchase for walk ins.

We would love to have more volunteers. If you are able to assist, please click on the link below to register

VolunteerSignup - Online volunteer signup sheets - Bush dance 2024-08-10 signup sheet

CHESS!

Learn to be a chess champion!

Coaching for students at Wahroonga Adventist School is held on Wednesdays :

Years K-6:   11:10AM - 12:00PM

Years 7-12:   12:40PM - 1:20PM

Learning and playing chess helps children develop their logical thinking and problem-solving skills, improves their concentration and focus, while also being a great source of enjoyment. Activities include group lessons on a demonstration chess board or interactive whiteboard, puzzle solving and fun practice games.

Students earn merit awards by making checkmates, or by displaying skills and positive qualities, which all good chess players strive to develop.

If your child is interested in taking part, you can now enrol online:

https://sydneyacademyofchess.com.au/payment

and Enter the code: 4IRWGMVOFC (Years K-6) or S0U67S3YO1 (Years 7-12)

For all enquiries please e-mail [email protected] or call us on 97451170