‘The Mermaid Restaurant’ had its Grand Opening last week with Principal, Wendy Roediger doing the official ribbon cutting. Kindergarten teacher, Helen Ewing said it was wonderful to finally celebrate the occasion after a lot of preparation. “The children have spent lots of time and effort bringing their great ideas to fruition,” she said. The class […]
Kindergarten predicts success says AISWA boss!
The importance of attending kindergarten was highlighted by AISWA (Australian Independent Schools of WA), deputy chairperson, Ron Gorman when he briefed MRIS’s Governing Body last week. Mr Gorman, who was recently awarded the Pre-Eminent Educational Leader Award by ACEL , said research shows that attending 15 hours a week of kindergarten was predictive of success […]
Banding together at MRIS!
Students, staff and parents were treated to a musical feast this week when the annual Mid-Year Matinee was staged with both school bands showcasing their repertoire. Manfred said band members are learning to interact in a musical and socially cooperative way and are developing their skills on their respective instruments. “Playing music in an ensemble […]
MRIS Book Fair: Bringing books to life!
Wacky characters from story books and super heroes added a colourful edge to the school day at MRIS on Wednesday by celebrating 2019 Book Fair. Book fair organiser, Claudia Gant said an amount of $1167 was raised and would be spent on library books and resources
Eco-friendly: MRIS wraps up on plastic use!
Hand-made Beeswax Wraps are now on sale at MRIS. Made by the Year 6 students, Global Wraps will raise money for the school’s World Vision sponsor child, rehabilitation of the Carnaby Cockatoo and to subsidise class camps. Launched in time for World Environment Day, students said wraps are an important way to reduce plastic. In […]
OLIVE CATCHES THE RISING TIDE!
OLIVE CATCHES THE RISING TIDE! The Margaret River Pro Surf Comp is here! I have been really excited. This year at each event local surf girls have been invited to join a program called Rising Tides. Rising Tides encourages girls to get out in the ocean and surf. It’s an all girl surf session at […]
