Mr Peter McLellan | Head of Secondary

Relationships are complicated and even more so in a Secondary School setting. Secondary School is a real melting pot of the messiness of life and nothing is clear cut or black and white. So often individuals are so concerned about themselves that they do not see how their words or actions affect those around them, both of which can cut another to the core. Kindness, compassion, forgiveness and gentleness cost nothing, but can allow someone to feel like they belong and can feel that they are seen as worthwhile and valuable. 

In the hard times it is important that we understand our value does not come from others but actually comes from God. The One who values us so much that He would sacrifice so much for us.  It is from this amazing love that we can find the resilience to cope with the messy life that we are all a part of and enable us to build each other up. 

Central Coast Local Health School Immunisation Program

Year 7 First Round of Vaccinations - Wednesday 24 February 2021 (and Year 8 Catch Ups)

Central Coast Local Health have in the past offered a vaccination program for Year 7 and Year 10 students and this will again be continuing this year.  

The 2021 schedule for vaccinations is as follows:

1st Visit: Wednesday 24 February 2021

• Year 7 HPV and diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis;
• Year 8 Catch up HPV and diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis (this is a catch up program for students who returned a consent form in 2020, but missed any of the doses whilst in Year 7).

2nd Visit: Wednesday 5 May 2021

• Year 7 HPV and diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis for those who missed first visit;
• Year 8 Catch up HPV and diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis (this is a catch up program for students who returned a consent form in 2020 but missed any of the doses whilst in Year 7);
• Year 10 Meningococcal ACWY;
• Year 11 Catch up Meningococcal ACWY (this is a catch up program for students who returned a consent form in 2020 but missed this vaccination whilst in Year 10).

3rd Visit: Wednesday 25 August 2021

• Year 10/11 Catch up for Meningococcal ACWY (this is a catch up program for students who returned a consent form in 2020 but missed this vaccination whilst in Year 10);
• Year 8 Catch up HPV and diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis (this is a catch up program for students who returned a consent form in 2020 but missed any of the doses whilst in Year 7);
• Year 7 HPV dose 2 vaccination (and catch up HPV dose 1 and diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis)

The first vaccinations for Year 7 are on Wednesday 24 February 2021 and consent and information packs were sent home last week. If you would like your child to be a part of this program, please sign and return the consent form included in the information pack to the office by Monday 21 February 2021.  

Catch up vaccinations will also be done on this day for Year 8 students, who returned a consent form last year, but missed any of their vaccinations.

The consent form is a legal document and therefore must be completed and signed in BLUE or BLACK pen.

No vaccine will be given unless there is a signed consent by the parent/carer.

The first vaccinations for Year 10 will be on Wednesday 5 May 2021, but will also be available as a catch up date for any Year 7 or Year 8 students who missed earlier vaccinations.  More information and consent forms will be sent out early in Term 2.

The second vaccination for Year 7 students will be on Wednesday 25 August 2021, and will also be an opportunity for catch up vaccinations for Years 8, 10 or 11 students. 

A reminder will be placed in The Messenger closer to the date. 

GPCC Secondary Swimming Carnival (Week 5)

When: Friday 26 February 2021

Venue: Mingara Leisure Centre

Time: Carnival will begin at 9:00am and conclude at 2:30pm 

What to wear/bring: House colours, sports uniform, recess and lunch 

Transport: All students are required to make their own way to and from the carnival.

If students require transport on the College bus, the first bus will depart GPCC at 8:30am (last bus will be departing at 8:50am) and return by 3:00pm.  

Please indicate on Parent Lounge (not at the office) by Wednesday 24 February 2021 if your child requires bus transport, or if you are attending as a parent spectator.

Parent Spectators: Due to the easing of some restrictions, parents will be able to spectate at this carnival, however they must spectate on either side of the pool or from the grass area (parents are not permitted in the grandstand). Parents must agree to adhere to the venue’s COVID-19 Condition of Entry. The venue has a limit for spectator attendance and once this is reached, parents will be turned away. 

Parents will need to indicate on the options on Parent Lounge if they are planning to attend. Parents will need to scan the QR Code on arrival.

Carnival Assistance: If parents are able to assist on the day, please email Nathan Lambert at nlambert@gpcc.nsw.edu.au.

Years 11 and 12 Parent/Teacher Interviews - Tuesday 2 March 2021 (Week 6)

Parent Teacher interviews will be held for Years 11 and 12 on Tuesday 2 March 2021 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm in the MPC. 

Parents will need to use their mobile phone to scan the QR code in the MPC on arrival, and then check out when finished.

Interview times will be 10 minutes and it is preferable for students to attend with their nominated parent. 

Parents of students in Year 11 and Year 12 can go to the Parent Lounge to book these interviews. This facility will be open to make bookings on Tuesday 23 February at 7:00am.

You can access the Parent Lounge by logging in with your Parent Code previously supplied. 

Bookings for these interviews will close on Monday 1 March 2021 at 4:00pm.

If you are new to the College and have not used this facility, please contact the office to get your Parent Code. If you have not already done so, you will need to set yourself a password by following the instructions.  

The easiest way to learn how to book your appointments is to watch the short video once you have accessed your account, under “School Links” tab, and select "Help Guide" to access the video on "How to Book Parent Teacher Interview".  Please take a few minutes to watch this video as it will make the process much easier for you. 

As with all our interview processes, if you have difficulties or do not have access to the internet, please call the office and we will assist you. 

On the interview day, if you are feeling unwell or displaying any of the COVID-19 symptoms, please stay at home.

If you are unable to attend or prefer not to attend if you are vulnerable to COVID-19, you can email your child's teacher to request feedback on their progress.

We want to keep you and our whole community safe. Thank you for your support.

Year 7 Meet the Teacher and Faculty Night (Week 7)

Will be held on Tuesday, 9 March 2021 in the MPC (depending on COVID restrictions). Further details will be advised closer to the date.