Welcome to Term Three!

Term Three has already begun with great energy and enthusiasm. We’ve had several significant events, including our Parent-Teacher Night and the Awards Ceremony for both Junior and Senior students. These ceremonies recognised not only academic achievement, but also positive behaviour, consistent effort, and attendance—key areas of student success.

We proudly celebrated NAIDOC Week with a respectful and engaging parade where students had the opportunity to watch and learn from First Nations dancers and musicians. It was a powerful reminder of the richness of Indigenous culture and the importance of ongoing learning and respect.

Looking ahead, we are excited for our Subject Selection Night next Tuesday. This evening will provide essential information to help students make informed decisions about their future study pathways. This will be followed by SET Plan interviews involving students, parents, and staff—an important step in planning for success in senior schooling.

At Wilsonton SHS, we are proud of our school community and its many successes. We encourage every student to get involved in the wide variety of opportunities offered by our dedicated and professional staff. These opportunities go beyond the classroom and are a key part of a rich school experience.

It’s important to remind everyone that staff come to school to support students and should not face disrespectful behaviour from either students or parents. Our shared goal is to provide the best possible education, and we celebrate success at every level while supporting students both academically and personally.

With the cold weather upon us, we’d like to remind families of two key things:

1. Every Day Counts – Regular attendance is vital for learning.
2. Uniform Matters – Wilsonton SHS is a uniform school, and wearing the correct uniform is part of our shared identity and commitment to safety.

Currently, our school-wide attendance rate is 82%, short of our goal of 92%. We understand illness and other factors play a role, but we urge families to notify the school when a student is absent. Additionally, we are seeing a significant number of students arriving late. We may be in contact with families if this continues, as punctuality is also key to student success.

Regarding uniform, letters and further information will soon be sent to all parents. Wearing the correct school uniform is essential for both safety and school pride. Please refer to the details included in this newsletter and in upcoming emails, as per our enrolment agreement.

Thank you for your ongoing support as we work together to make term three a successful one for all students.

Lou Oberholzer
Principal