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STORY OF MY ASIAN TIGER DAD Page 02 GREEN LEAVES BALDIVIS OPENING Page 06 OUR FAMILY REASON FOR VACCINATING OUR CHILD Page 11
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This is six-year-old Theia photographed at
her first COVID-19 vaccination.

THE Theia joins her mum, dad and big sister,
who have all rolled up their sleeves for WA.

Her mum, Sheela, felt confident to have

her children vaccinated after doing her own

extensive research using reliable health

resources.
Parents Paper“We discussed the decision to
THE have everyone vaccinated as a
family,” Sheela said.
“The head nurse who was at
the Claremont Clinic was very
accommodating and had so much

patience.”

Sheela said that Theia handled her
vaccination like a pro.
Children aged 5 to 11 are now eligible Parents PaperThe paTHeEdiatric Pfizer vaccine will
to roll up for a COVID-19 vaccine.
be administered in two doses, with the
The vaccine is the safest and most recommended interval between first and
effective way to protect your child while at
school, playdates, sporting events and group second dose being eight weeks. “Theia was perfectly fine at her
activities.
Bookings are essential. Parents and vaccination and was full of beans
The Australian Technical Advisory Group
on Immunisation (ATAGI) has recommended a guardians can book their child in for a after it was all done,” she said.
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Story of my Asian Tiger Dad.

By Nigel Wong, Contributor @ Kids In Perth | In collaboration with TellThem4Me®

Also, to help wake me to the realisation of
his mortality, Dad is “not always going to
be around”.

Everything including leadership is to be
earned, not given.

Unlike a Western rainbow, at the end of
any Asian rainbow isn’t a pot of gold but
a fishing rod and knowledge. If the rod is
bent? Don’t complain, fix it.

“It’s an old habit. I spent my life trying Once I started working in the family Be grateful for the opportunity. TellThem4Me® is an online platform for
not to be careless… women and business, I was always drilled to “be “When the time comes, you know and any parent and grandparent looking to
thorough”. need to know where everything is and plan prepare ahead and provides peace of mind
children can be careless, but not men.” accordingly,” he would always lecture me for loved ones around them.
- Don Vito Corleone. “You’re not careful with details, that’s why while slowly dragging on a cigarette with a
you’re not thorough” was all I ever heard. glass of wine in the other hand. Thankfully, my father now has a secure
For most men, this quote and touching and central “nest” to populate with
scene from The Godfather brings us Along with this, came a classic repertoire of Being a dutiful Asian son, I took in all important instructions, personal wishes,
to the moments when our fathers are Asian Tiger Dad putdowns that would make these life lessons like Michael Corleone and sensitive information in his own time
teaching and preparing us for life’s burdens Gordon Ramsay look like a Kindergarten while inhaling and smelling of the and at his own pace. Learn more about
and responsibilities. teacher. secondhand smoke that contributed to my TellThem4Me® at tellthem4me.com
childhood asthma.
While experiencing these lessons and harsh “You’re a twit.” Scan to learn the pros and cons
truths, for some, it may seem pedantic at Now, 30 years later, my father is retired of Tiger Parenting
the time. Here’s my story. “You’re stupid.” and I’m grateful and reminiscent of these
lessons while I’m working and toiling away
At 10 years old, I was told to be “the man My personal favourite was “you’re not here. It’s shaped my nature and mentality
of the house” while Dad was working away good or smart enough to build or run to never be overconfident in my abilities
a lot. anything let alone this company”. and realise tomorrow isn’t always given.
By 15 years old, I knew family trust
structures, which accountants to talk to, Often these gems were usually delivered However, for all the financial details,
ownership stakes in the family business, in front of anybody and everybody. Most personal wishes and random instructions
where safe deposit box keys are kept, and people would’ve wilted but I just took or “Wongisms”... it’s hard remembering
who to trust in case of an emergency. it, internalised everything, and patiently everything especially now that I’m busy
contemplated how things would change with a family of my own.
things once I’ve proved him wrong.
Recently, I discovered and told my father
It’s in his Asian Tiger Dad nature to prepare about TellThem4Me® because, simply put,
and drill his only son for the worse. we can’t remember everything.

Settling from Singapore

By Adeline Chen, Contributor @ Kids In Perth

Now, I can truly call Perth home and in a house over an apartment. husband came home from work happy and not yourself. Some people are cliquish but that’s
proudly regard myself as West Australian. recognising my sacrifice... to be expected, however, I’ve made many
I never always felt this way. My husband loved the thought of finally being close friends from lots of different cultures
able to upgrade to a new car which would For the first time, I thought of divorcing him just including a family from South America.
Migrating from Singapore as a family, it was my otherwise be unrealistic because of Singapore’s to go home but, thankfully, I had the support of
husband’s career that brought us to Perth and high import and registration taxes. close friends encouraging me to find a solution • Find fun!
we faced the daunting challenge of settling into rather than an exit. Ignore Western Australia (WA) being the
not only a new environment, but also, lifestyle. Like most things, figuring out the large ticket butt of jokes such as “Wait Awhile” or Perth
Leaving behind everyone and everything we items was easy but the real challenges came Quickly, I started to create an Action Plan, which being boring because it’s not. Yes, you do
know to make a new life. once we got here. I’m sharing with everyone to help any migrant have to find fun around you but there’s
mother settle in Perth or create empathy among uniquely local things to do that you can’t
Upon receiving confirmation of his Perth-based For my husband, the work transition seemed locals to what someone goes through when they do back in Singapore such as:
role, we quickly got started with planning out straightforward, he figured out which buses and settle abroad. Crabbing in Mandurah or Swan
the big ticket of migrating to Perth. Browsing trains to take and quickly got used to working River, just don’t be “kiasu” or selfish, it
websites for homes within our budget, looking at and socialising with his new colleagues. • Humble yourself perpetuates embarrassing stereotypes.
schools, family cars, as well as, joining various Putting aside the pride of being a career Every week, there’s always a local
facebook groups to scout and get a feel for what However, for myself, it was more challenging. woman back in Singapore, I started to find festival or family event happening in every
Perth is like. casual and part time work just to regularly corner of Perth! You just have to find them
Like my kids, it felt like going to a new school meet new people and make friends. on a variety of websites and parent blogger
Sure, we’ve been here on holidays and driven not knowing anyone except worse. sites such as… Kids In Perth. We recommend
around but now we’re living here. • Start a hobby business the Office of Multicultural Interests (omi.
Everyday life was a routine of waking up, I took the opportunity to learn new skills wa.gov.au).
Our kids were excited by the prospect of living seeing my husband go to work and getting by registering for really affordable business
the kids to school and their activities. Our first courses at the Small Business Development • Communicate
year was especially tough and, personally, felt Centre. It gave me a chance to figure out a After letting my husband know how I truly
incredibly isolating. What made it worse was my side hustle that keeps me busy throughout felt, he was sweet to tell me that the worst
the day while I’m home by myself. part of his day was leaving me alone at
home with only housework to occupy my
• Explore through food! mind and time and this pain would dwell in
Quickly, we found food that reminded us his mind all day.
of home such as Tak Chee in Northbridge
for their Chicken Rice. Being brave, we Here is my action plan, I hope it serves you and
explored all around us, so far, we went your family well.
to Girrawheen for Vietnamese food and
Nollamara for African food! Migrating to a new country, culture and lifestyle
is challenging but, incredibly, rewarding as well.
• Mix with other cultures
Like Singapore, Perth is a melting pot of Scan to share
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I woke up to this fact and started to
introduce myself to all the “Ang Moh”
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The Great Un-Wondering of Wilbur Whittaker
By Marnie Adams, Contributor @ Kids In Perth
All grown-ups were children once.
Although few of them remember it. award-winning children’s theatre company
premieres at Heath Ledger Theatre from
9-16 April before rocketing off to Karratha,
Bunbury and Albany.
Get ready to be whisked away across the

universe this April school holidays with

Barking Gecko Theatre’s, The Great Un- To book tickets and for more
Wondering of Wilbur Whittaker. information, visit barkinggecko.com.au

It is the story of Wilbur Whittaker, whose
mind, as a boy, would wander and wonder,
but these days he cares more about sensible
things like neck-ties and… fences.

That is until one night when Wilbur is visited
by a collections officer from ‘The Bureau’
– a recycling agency for long forgotten
wonderings. Wilbur surrenders a special
shoebox of his most precious childhood
wonderings only to discover that without it,
he begins to disappear. With time running out
before he is un-wondered forever, Wilbur is
drawn into an epic adventure that takes him
to the furthest reaches of the galaxy.

A brand-new Australian play

about creativity, growing up

and living outside the box

The Great Un-Wondering of

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PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME

PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME “As a recipient of a Catholic education with and of others and to
now over forty years of experience working live lives more fully
For more than 110 years, we have been that our boys are in Catholic schools, I retain a passionate based on the values
preparing young men to serve and lead in capable and competent commitment to ensuring our learning and faith taught by Jesus.
this fast-moving world. learners who need sharing community is an authentic and vibrant Excellent staff,
Today we are on an exciting journey as we guide space, time and Catholic school. As a parent and a grandparent, I facilities, grounds and
the boys in their search for meaning in the world opportunity to explore, also empathise with those discerning which school resources at each of
around them, and in their interactions with each experiment, take risks to entrust their children. our two campuses
other. Working with experts in their field, Christ and build their We are extremely proud of the over 120 years of provide ample
Church has created its own pedagogy (art and dispositions for achievement and traditions established by the opportunity for
science of teaching), specific programs and a learning. dedicated families and staff, in collaboration with students to excel in
diverse range of activities to assist boys develop a the Sisters of Mercy. The College offers an areas of curriculum, leadership and the sporting,
strong personal identity at every stage of their We are a school that education for life, one that values mind, body and cultural and religious life of the College.”
journey. At the same time, we encourage them to genuinely values diversity and I strongly believe spirit.
understand the significance of positive and it makes our educational community stronger. As a Catholic school community, we also offer our Geoff Mills - Principal
healthy relationships, find their sense of purpose, We operate in a culture where every activity and students several very important challenges - to
and foster a healthy vision for their future. achievement is celebrated equally and a learning develop a deeper awareness of themselves, of God M.Ed. Leadership, M.Ed. RE, B.Ed, Dip. Teach,
environment in which individuals can thrive and Dip. RE, Prof. Cert. Instr. Leadership, MAEL
Our Early Learning Community (ELC) educates each boy feels safe.
boys in Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and Pre- ABOUT Ursula Frayne Catholic College
Primary. The Early Learning Program is This is an exciting time to be considering a
research-based, acknowledging that young boys Christ Church education for your son, and Founded in 1990, Ursula Frayne Catholic Years 7 – 12. Committed to the
learn best when they are actively involved in I encourage you to visit our campus and College is a diverse, co-educational school holistic development of young people, Ursula
tasks, when there is rich discussion about what experience first-hand the unique culture of that operates across two sites in the Town of Frayne Catholic College’s mission is to empower
they are doing and when there are regular our school. Victoria Park: the Balmoral Campus in East Victoria all students in the pursuit of excellence in their
opportunities to work with others. We recognise Park for Kindergarten-Year 6 students and the life-long learning journey.
Alan Jones Principal Duncan Campus in Victoria Park for students in

CURRICULUM the unique character of each boy to become more CURRICULUM assist classroom teachers and students to achieve
clearly understood by himself and his teachers. this. Further opportunities in STEM projects and
Christ Church’s Phases of Learning Learning becomes more inquiry-based, with boys To cater for students’ specific other technological advancements mean Ursula
are the core framework of each age taking more responsibility and ownership, and education needs, Ursula Frayne Frayne continues to engage in learning that is both
and stage, and the educational using greater initiative. has established four separate current and purposeful.
approach that develops from childhood sub schools:
through to graduation. The journey through Breadth and Depth (Years 7 and 8) Middle School (Years 7-9)
each phase is designed to motivate them to Preparatory (Kindy – Year 2)
discover and realise the best in themselves Students are introduced to a range of academic, The Middle School provides academic rigour in
and others. co-curricular and pastoral experiences to assist Driven by a commitment to provide a nurturing the core subjects while stimulating the interests of
them in making the most of the opportunities approach, stimulating classroom environments and students with an exciting array of elective subjects.
Play with Purpose available in their future school years. Teaching is a comprehensive early childhood education, the It is designed to provide students with a unique
(Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2) highly structured to ensure the core learning Preparatory School crafts programs that seek to learning environment with academic, co-curricular
areas are emphasised to build a strong satisfy children’s needs holistically. Their state-of- and pastoral care programs that are sensitive to
Teachers work towards creating a strong foundation for future subject opportunities. the-art Early Learning Centre is an open plan the developmental needs of youths. Ursula Frayne’s
foundation on which to build each boy’s learning space that allows purposeful play, direct Middle School aims to assist all students to achieve
education. Direct teaching instruction is Choice and Challenge (Years 9 and 10) sensorial and physical engagement, serendipitous their potential as they move along their learning
reinforced through play-based activities, moments, and exposure to the acquisition of journey and to foster an environment based on
developing academic and social-emotional skills Students can choose a greater number of knowledge across many different processes. harmonious working relationships, responsibility
in a fun, engaging and relevant environment. electives and discover their strengths, beginning Specialist teachers in Student Support, Health and and mutual respect.
the process of making decisions to align with Physical Education, the Arts and Library provide the
Fun with Fundamentals (Years 3 and 4) their future careers. Taking personal students with a diverse range of experiences that Senior School (Years 10-12)
responsibility for learning is given greater focus enrich their learning.
In this phase boys are engaged in fun and and creativity is encouraged. Preparing students for life beyond secondary
interesting activities designed to help them thrive Junior School (Years 3-6) school is a key focus in the Senior School. This
in literacy and numeracy. Teachers aim to develop Excellence and Expertise preparation incorporates three interrelated
the public-speaking skills of all boys through the (Years 11 and 12) In Junior School, emphasis is given to developing aspects: the spiritual dimension, the pastoral
Oracy Australia program and continue their independent learners with skills in higher-level dimension, and an individual academic focus
social-emotional development through PATHS. In this phase, students take ownership of their thinking, problem solving, communication and promoting rigour and excellence. Their aim is for
selected subjects and study courses in social interaction. Specialist teachers in the areas students to exit the College feeling positive, self-
Enquiry with Initiative (Years 5 and 6) considerable depth over a two-year period. The of Music, Physical Education, Languages (Italian or assured and with the confidence to face the future
choice of university entrance in a particular Japanese), Library Studies and Student Support with hope and optimism. Teachers support and
Education programs are targeted at enabling discipline or the pursuit of a work-based course challenge every individual student to develop their
is left to the individual and his family. skills and abilities, helping them to achieve their
maximum potential no matter their chosen
vocation.

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Consultation with Dr Geoff Cooper & Dr Julie Lourie from
Cooper & Lourie Family Optometrist
By Marnie Adams, Contributor @ Kids In Perth
With some Perth specialists having
waitlists of up to 12 months, occurring at a much younger age than Cooper & Lourie Family Optometrists Childhood Myopia…
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If you are seeking answers related to your Question 2. Is childhood myopia or short To create a COVID-19 safe
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Julie Lourie from Cooper & Lourie Family Childhood Myopia cannot be reduced Lourie Family Optometrists
Optometrists to you! or removed once it has developed are equipped with HEPA Air
however the rate of increase in myopia Filters.
Dr Geoff Cooper and Dr Julie Lourie, in childhood can be reduced or halted by
founders of Cooper & Lourie Family various therapies. Scan to
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families for over 40 years. They are among Question 3. Is a child born with childhood
the first pioneers to offer Ortho-K lenses as myopia or is it caused by trauma such as
a childhood myopia treatment and closely over rubbing their eyes?
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Child Support Explained
By Rebekah Little, Principal @ Apex Family Lawyers & Mediators | collaboration with Kids In Perth

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Fun Family Experience

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1. Come to the Camel Farm! 3. Ride Perth’s most iconic Carousel

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Our family reason for vaccinating our child

By Nigel Wong, Contributor @ Kids In Perth
community. Doubt circled in our minds.

Is it safe? What about the increased risk
of myocarditis in boys? What if my child
catches it and develops long COVID or,
worse, MIS-C? What are its long-term
impacts?

However, my partner and I had a
discussion, we set aside these thoughts.
We anchored ourselves to our initial
concerns at the start of the pandemic.
Let’s put faith and trust in the
collaborative hard work of scientists
from all around the world, as well as,
the modern technology that went into
creating these vaccines.

Meet Nate, he’s my best buddy or their child until it becomes reality. Even if COVID may seem like a small risk Best wishes from our family to yours.
and only son. for children, as parents, we didn’t want Nigel Wong | Kids In Perth
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about his shortness of breath. She lucky and grateful for having the best will react to COVID differently, we
went to the GP with Nate, the doctor at vaccines available to us at no cost while won’t know until the time comes. After
once called for an ambulance to admit family and friends overseas have had to watching countless news articles, when
him into hospital where he was later pay for their doses. Often for vaccines my child does eventually catch it,
diagnosed with Asthma. with lower efficacy rates. we want to know that we took every
precaution to protect him.
It was our family’s first visit to Perth With a vaccine now available for
Children’s Hospital, rushing and children, our family’s initial perspectives Every parent should do their research,
concerned for my child’s wellbeing, shifted, we started sharing the same make a choice and, ultimately, live with
it woke me up to not take things for concerns, vaccine hesitancy and the consequences of their decision.
granted. Everyone imagines bad luck uncertainties as many parents in the Whether you do or don’t vaccinate your
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