New Members
Kaya. I would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest WAPPA members:
- Melanie Ewing, One Arm Point RCS
- Riccardo Amazzini, Yuna PS
- Cindy Collinson, Yalgoo PS
- Katie Andrew, Chapman Valley PS
- Sara Floyd, Mt Manypeaks PS
- Parisa Ebtekar, Marble Bar PS
I would also like to welcome Shane Wilson, Marble Bar PS, into the role of Chapter Chair - East Pilbara and thank Brian Birrell of Port Hedland PS, for fulfilling this role since 2019.
Finally, I would like to advise WAPPA members, that Gary Crocetta has been seconded to the position of Director, Public School Review, for the remainder of the year. As such, Gary has taken it upon himself to stand down from all Board activities, whilst retaining his position. We wish Gary well in this position and look forward to the insights he may bring to the association, when he returns to the Board.
AGPPA & APPA News
The Australian Principal Health & Wellbeing survey is now live for new participant registrations from 31 August 2022 at https://healthandwellbeing.org/AU. Ongoing previously registered participants have received their links but we ask that you encourage school leaders to contact us if their emails have changed. The 2022 survey is open to all school leaders in principal and deputy principal roles.
This research has significant impact in the diagnostic feedback given to school principals, the evaluation of existing policy initiatives, and the consultation with state departments leading to important new policy initiatives. There were at least 411 media mentions of the 2021 report.
APPA's Newsletter, National Horizons can be read at the attached link.
R U OK Day
R U OK? wants to inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and start a conversation with those in their world who may be struggling.
You don't need to be an expert to reach out - just a good friend and a great listener. (Tips on how to do this are here: https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask)
Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life:
WAPPA Award Nominations
This is your last chance to nominate a WAPPA member for one of three service awards.
WAPPA presents a range of awards at our AGM and since last year, has given members some input in recommending suitable nominations for these awards. This year, we are continuing this practice and as such, would seek nominations from members for the following:
Professional Learning
Louka Parry, recently listed in The Australian Newspaper’s Top 100 Innovators list is a former school principal who believes our ability to ‘learn, unlearn and relearn’ is our greatest asset. (Read more about Louka here)
Louka will host WAPPA’s Learning Lab in Term 4 which will be a series of 3 short evening webinars which will take you on a thought journey where you will emerge thinking differently about learning, teaching and leadership. Throughout the series Louka will provide you with optional resources such as podcasts, readings and videos to assist you with your 21st Century Learning.
Register today to secure your place in this unique cohort!
In the coming holidays, we have a very special session on the WHY of You with PRINT as it helps us to connect to the great work many of us have been doing throughout the Attributes in Action series.
In this session, you will be able to participate in the PRINT survey and work through activities on self-awareness that help us stay in best self, minimise shadow behaviours and where possible avoid or at least minimise triggers.
This truly is a session not to be missed and it is available at an incredible cost of $185 + GST to all members.
Book Sales - Imperfect Leadership
We SOLD OUT of Keynote Speaker Steve Munby books at Conference but we are now ordering some more copies. If you didn't get a chance to order yourself a copy, please click on the link below. These books are available for just $44 each.
From the Field
At last week's OSHClub WAPPA Conference, we acknowledged those members who have been with us for 10, 20 and 25 years...read more
Many of us first came across Louka Parry at the 2021 WAPPA Conference when he beamed in live from...read more
WAPPA & Concept AV Footy Tipping
We had 78 people in the WAPPA Concept AV football tipping competition this year. It was a close race to the finish with only three points separating the Top 5. This year the prizes go to
- Marni Hill
- Dale Watkins
- Simon Docherty
Congratulations Marni, Dale & Simon. Thank you to Concept AV for sponsoring the 2022 Footy Tipping.
Partner Spotlight - Constable Care
Plan ahead to avoid missing out!
Book now to secure your Constable Care incursion for Term 4, or get in quickly to nab your school’s preferred dates for 2023! With programs delivering safety and social education to all primary aged students, Constable Care covers topics such as bullying, cyber bullying and cyber safety, protective behaviours, road safety, basic first aid and emergency numbers, respectful friendships, social media, and consent. Primary school programs can also be delivered via zoom! All Constable Care programs have direct links to the Western Australian Curriculum, and come with a Teacher Resource Pack, complete with pre-show and post-show classroom activities.
WAPPA Partners
WAPPA is proud to have the support of the following partners
