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Last week our Year 6 students travelled down to Canberra to spend time exploring our capital and understanding something of our democracy. On their tour of Parliament House, they were complemented by the tour guide. GPCC teacher, Mr Turner reported that, “Our guide at Parliament House said that we were the best school she’s ever had and asked us to tell our principal. She complimented their manners and their engagement in answering questions.” What a great group of ambassadors they have been for GPCC and well done to the families who have brought them up with such good manners.
Sadly, we have a small group of students who don’t seem to have such good manners. We have been experiencing a spate of toilet vandalism in Secondary with broken equipment, toilet rolls stuffed into the toilet bowls and graffiti on the walls. We also had some charge points in the study tables in the library ripped out of their sockets and stolen. What a contrast this is! We are on the trail of the vandals and know we will identify them and deal to them appropriately.
This is the tale of the human race. We can rise to such heights of goodness and yet sink to such depths of depravity that it is hard to comprehend how one race can contain such contrasts within it. For Christians the explanation is found in the story of the Bible. God created human beings as good people but able to do wrong if they so chose. They did so choose, and brokenness entered the world and has remained. God however is a god of restoration and so provides, through his own Son, Jesus Christ, a way to restore broken humans. When we recognise our brokenness and disobedience to the Creator’s way, and seek his forgiveness, he restores us and enables us to begin again to learn how to live in accordance with his pattern for us.
Our hope for the students who are vandalising our school property, is that by being caught and confronted with their actions, they will choose to recognise that this is not the right way to live and will want to live differently. The Bible tells us that God’s laws about how to live are like a schoolmaster driving us toward what is right and confronting us with what we are doing wrong. Not the greatest picture of a teacher perhaps but not totally off the mark.
I have been doing some cover classes lately because of staff absences and a lack of casual teachers and in every class, I encounter those who do the right thing and get on with their work and those who push the boundaries. This is to be expected because we are all fallen and prone to disobedience. Our role as parents and teachers is to work with our children to help them see that following God’s pattern for human existence is the best way to live – he is after all our designer!
Well done to the Year 6’s who have represented all that is the best in our school and our world. We want that to be the model for all our students.
Phillip Nash
Principal
Online Activity
Increasingly we are finding that many of our students are allowed to watch content that is unsupervised and well above their age range. This is extremely dangerous and impactful. Parents and carers play a key role in guiding their children as they the online world and begin to learn through exploration, play and social interaction. One of the areas I am most asked about from parents is “How do I ensure my child plays games with age-appropriate content?” The E-Safety commission has lots of good advice.
The following sites/lnks below are highly recommended and can help you make informed decisions about your family’s entertainment choices.
- Check age ratings and consumer advice for apps and games on devices your children use: via the App Store or Google Play, and for movies and games, the Australian Classification Board’s online database.
- Commonsense Media offers a database of apps, games and websites searchable by age and is an excellent resource.
- The Australian Council on the Children and the Media provides reviews of movies, apps and games, including gambling content advice, searchable by age and platform.
- Raising Children Network has advice about choosing video games, online games and apps.
- The Australian Council on the Children and the Media provides reviews of movies, apps and games, including gambling content advice, searchable by age and platform
ICAS Assessments
Please refer to an email that has been sent to all Primary parents regarding the ICAS Assessments to be held in August 2022. For your child to participate in the ICAS assessments you must register and pay using the link and code provided. If you have any further questions please speak to Mr Cantor.
Year 6 Trip to Canberra
Our Year 6 students and their teachers braved the cold winter temperatures of Canberra to explore our national capital. Student visited the Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, The National Museum and Art Gallery as well as the all time favourites of Questacon and Laser Tag. A HUGE thank you to our year 6 teachers for all of their preparation and going the extra mile to ensure our students had a wonderful time away.
Jungle Book Musical – Helpers
Calling all those handy with a glue gun, sewing machine or paintbrush. We are looking for helpers to assist with set design, and costume assembly for our musical. Any and all assistance will be appreciated, and clear direction and kits can be distributed to work at home or busy bees at school. Please register your willingness and availability with the College office at office@gpcc.nsw.edu.au or 4363 1266.
Head of School Award
Congratulations to the following students for getting their Head of School Award in Week 9:
Jordan W, KDL; Jasper V, KG; Joel Y, 1C; Hallie H, 1G; Poppy E, 1S; Jamie C, 2D; Jack B, 2G; Jad A, 3B; Everly P, 3D; Zion A, 3PH; Jansen V, 4B; Evie N, 4BK; Hamish G, 5L; Amelia D, 5P; Sibella M, 5PC.
Mr Peter McLellan | Head of Secondary
We are rushing towards the end of Term 2. It has been a busy term and students are beginning to show the strains of another long term. It is important that we continue to focus right through to the end of term. I would like us to really stay focused in each of the following areas.
- Classwork - staying focused and concentrating in class at this time is vital as many subjects are focused on assessment tasks that are due in the next few weeks.
- Attendance - getting to school and class on time is important as it sets good habits and outcomes for students.
- Community – being kind, understanding and generous with each other and helping each other in the things that we collaborate on.
- Uniform – students need to be wearing correct uniform in these colder months and it is uniform where standards can slip.
Excursions
It is great to have excursions running again this year. Two issues have begun to create problems. Students will need to wear the correct uniform when they go out of the school as they are representing the College. Every permission notification will outline which uniform is to be worn on the day and students need to comply with those expectations. If a student is in incorrect uniform, they will not be able to attend.
Also, pick up times need to be followed. We will try and update if there is a big discrepancy between indicated times and the actual return time. But there are often situations where students have not been picked up for an hour after the return time requiring staff to remain until parents arrive.
Year 10 Boys AIM Mission Trip
From Friday 3 June to Friday 10 June a group of six Year 10 students travelled to Far West NSW to partner with some of the local pastors to bring the Gospel message to these communities. The boys spent most of their time in Brewarrina and Gulargambone but also visited the towns of Weilmoringle, Goodooga and Pillaga. Each of the boys shared their testimony at church and youth group. They also performed a skit around the parable of the talents from Matthew 25. The boys paraphrased the parable into more local vernacular which was very fitting and well-received. There were new friendships made between the boys on the team as well as with the local youth. The boys that went on the trip were: Zuhair A, Alex B, Noah B, Daniel D, Austin M and Matthew T.
Mr Andrew McGillivray
Year 12 Aboriginal Studies Major Projects
“Aboriginal Studies is the best subject at school, we learn things that are different from any other subject” – GPCC 2022 Year 12 Aboriginal studies student.
This is GPCC’s first Year 12 Aboriginal Studies class, they have spent the last 6 months working on a Major Project on a related syllabus topic of their choice. The projects have been outstanding, and I am very proud of these students. Through this process they have learnt about Aboriginal protocols, consultation, ethical research practices and all the management skills that come with a Major Work
You are welcome to celebrate with us on Wednesday 22 June at the Aboriginal Studies Major Project Display Night.
Please look out for articles in the upcoming Messengers with a spotlight on each Major Project".
Mrs Amber Erasmus
'The Importance of Being Earnest'
Please check the 'Community' section of the Messenger for ticket details and how to book.
Mr David Russell
Curriculum Co-ordinator (7-12) | Student Advisor (7-12)
This week’s Careers Newsletter
has information about Music workshops and an opportunity to meet with student ambassadors from University of Newcastle.
For more details, please see this week's Careers News or visit the Student Careers section under the "Education & Learning" menu on the GPCC website.
Mr Stuart McSwan | K - 6 Sport Co-ordinator
Primary Athletic Event Update
We just have the Junior Boys and Junior Girls (8,9 and 10 years) shot put to complete over the next two weeks. This is again reliant on good weather.
I hope to have all of this completed by the end of the term and will then be able to work out Age Champions, winning House and the squad for Zone which is scheduled for August 1 (next term). Thank you for your patience.
These will be presented together at a Chapel service early next term once all the athletic events have been completed.
House Sport
Next term we will begin a weekly House Sport competition with students from Years 3 - 6 during Friday Sport afternoons. Students will have the opportunity to participate for their House in a variety of sports including continuous cricket, international handball, basketball or Newcomb ball. Please note, students may not play all these sports during this time, as it is weather dependent.
Some of the individual CSSA and CIS Sport nominations due soon are:
Please email Mr McSwan before these dates if your child (Years 5 and 6 only) would like to be considered. They need to be currently playing in the sport and have several years experience (preferably at a Representative level):
Wednesday 3 August - CIS Primary Girls Softball Trials (Nominations close 27 July)
Dates for your Calendar
PRIMARY
School Carnivals
TBC (Term 3) - GPCC K-2 Swimming Carnival (Peninsula Leisure Centre)
TBC (Term 3 or 4)- GPCC K-2 Infants Athletics Carnival (on-site at the College)
Years 7 - 12 Sport Co-ordinator
Senior Girls Futsal (indoor soccer) TrialsSeniors Girls Futsal trials are being held on Monday (20/6) during Lunch in the MPC. All senior girls (Years 10-12) will be eligible for tryouts. Bring Futsal shoes or sneakers (no studded soccer boots) and PDHPE clothes (shin pads NOT needed for trial).
Unfortunately, there may be many keen and able players who will miss out as the teams are much smaller than those of outdoor soccer. So, bring your A-game. We should have a very competitive side this year.
THACCCSA Secondary Girls Basketball
U15's Girls Basketball Team
The Junior Girls Basketball team travelled to Broadmeadow Basketball Stadium to participate in the THACCCSA Regional Gala Day.
Our team of Years 7 and 8 students were: Elouise A, Sophie V, Scarlett S, Megan L, Isabella E, Ariella N, Bronte M and Izzy L.
We played 4 games in our pool winning each game convincingly, then played Belmont CC in the semi finals and were able to win 17-11.
The big test of the day was the Grand Final against Maitland where we played up to our potential, however, Maitland prevailed as the best team on the day 30-7.
Well done to all players on the team on the way they played and the way they conducted themselves on the day. Mr Harris
Senior Girls Basketball Team
On Wednesday 15 June the Senior Girls Basketball travelled to Newcastle to the Broadmeadow Basketball Stadium to take part in a tournament. The girls have been training each Monday afternoon in preparation for this day. All players gave it their best, going undefeated into the Semi Final game, which took us into overtime. Eloise S was fouled and made her free-throw putting the team up by 1 point with 15 seconds left to play. Lacey E cemented the win into the Grand final with a jump shot which gave the team a convincing win. Unfortunately, despite a tough match, the team lost in the Grand Final by 4 points. It was a joy to watch them play and fight for each other on the court. Coach Darren and I couldn’t’ be prouder.
Congratulations to: Grace C, Lacey E, Lauren G, Lotus G, Gemma G, Jessica H, Grace H, Ruby J, Gemma L, Eloise S, Codie W, Sophie V.
Mrs Beaman
THACCCSA Secondary Boys Futsal Gala Day
On Wednesday 5 June GPCC participated in the Christian schools State Futsal Gala Day.
The Junior Boys started off with a comfortable win to let every other team know that they GPCC have a legitimate chance of winning the competition. After comfortably making the semi-finals they had a tough game against Charlton which ended in a 2-2 draw. This sent the game into a penalty shootout with the GPCC Boys prevailing 2-1. The Grand final paired them against a strong Belmont side. Both teams played their hardest but unfortunately Belmont managed to sneak a second half goal and hold onto the lead to win the game 1-0. It was a great effort form the Junior Boys to finish the day runners up.
The Senior Boys first game was against Maitland and they knew were going to be a team to watch the whole day. With a very lethargic start, the boys took a while to finally get going and unfortunately lost this opening game. From then on, however, the Senior Boys clicked into gear and progressively got better throughout the day. With a semi-finals birth against a team that they had previously drawn against in the group stage, the boys went 3-0 up at half time and managed to hold onto the lead to finish the game 3-2. This pushed the boys into the Grand Finals against Maitland who were undefeated until now. Unfortunately, the Maitland team proved too strong again and were victors at the end of the second half whistle. The Senior Boys put in a great effort till the end and came away smiling after having a great day, emerging runners up.
Alex Yule
Congratulations to all our players:
U15 Futsal Team: Ryan B, H Docherty, Harry I, Zachary J, Kayden L, Seth M, Raj S, Tim S.
Open Futsal Team: Luke B, Jacob B, Ronan C, Alfio G, Frankie M, Mitchell M, Jasper W.
There is an opportunity for some of our elite athletes to get involved in the Central Coast Academy of Sport winter sports programs in the following four sports:
Swimming: https://thinksport.com.au/programs/swimming/
Touch Football: https://thinksport.com.au/programs/touch-football/
Athletics: https://thinksport.com.au/programs/athletics/
Indoor Volleyball: https://thinksport.com.au/programs/volleyball/
Please click on any of the links if you would like to apply for any of these opportunities.
NAIDOC Colouring Competition
Primary students are invited to join our NAIDOC colouring competition. There are three categories: K-2, 3-4 and 5-6. There are prizes for the top three pictures from each grade. K-2 teachers have a copy for their students. Students from Years 3-6 can collect their colouring page from the library. All entries must be received by Wednesday 29 June.Primary NAIDOC Craft
NAIDOC craft activities have been delivered to Primary classes and will be completed before the end of term.
K-2 Dot art on Australian Animals
3-4 Dot art on Hands (to be displayed in the library for a term)
5-6 Aboriginal design bookmarks
English Resources - Secondary
Please check at home for Library and English texts to return this week. Charges for lost texts are being added to school accounts.
Student Contributions in The Messenger
We encourage students to email contributions for the new section of our weekly newsletter, titled Student Voice. It may be a short story, a poem, service activity, an achievement or award (sporting, scouts, Duke of Ed etc). Please email to newsletter@gpcc.nsw.edu.au for consideration of inclusion in The Messenger.
Positions Vacant
GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
A ministry of Green Point Baptist Church
Our mission is 'Equipped for Life'
PDHPE TEACHING POSITION + SPORT CO-ORDINATOR (PERMANENT FT)
Permanent Full Time + Sport Co-ordinator (Years 7-12)
School terms only, to commence Term 3
We are currently seeking to appoint an experienced teacher to the PDHPE Department on a permanent full-time basis, who has the passion to take on the leadership of sport in the Secondary School.
For full details and criteria regarding the position, please refer to the Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/pdhpe-teaching-position-pft
Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Applications close on Wednesday 29 June 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
Temporary Full Time for 6 months
(maternity leave replacement) – immediate start
We are currently seeking to appoint a teacher to the PDHPE Department on a temporary full time basis (maternity leave replacement) for the remainder of 2022.
For full details and criteria regarding the position, please refer to the Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/pdhpe-teaching-position-tft
Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Applications close on Wednesday 29 June 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
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PA TO THE HEAD OF SECONDARY
Permanent Full Time (during school terms)
We are currently seeking a Personal Assistant for the Head of Secondary to join our Business Services team. The successful applicant should possess skills and experience in the following areas:
For full details and criteria regarding the position, please refer to the Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/pa-head-of-secondary.
Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Applications close on Wednesday 29 June 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
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LIBRARY AIDE
Temporary Full Time (FTE 1.0) – school terms only
(Maternity Leave replacement)
To commence during Term 3 2022
Applications are invited for a suitably qualified and experienced Library Aide to commence Term 3 2022. Experience with Oliver v5 would be an advantage.
For enquiries, full details and criteria regarding the position at: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/library-aide
Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Applications close on Tuesday 19 July 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
YEAR 10/11 Drama presents: Oscar Wilde’s -
'The Importance of Being Earnest'
Our students are hard at work preparing this hilarious Comedy of Manners, for performances in the final week of Term 2.
Evening Performances on:
Tuesday 28 June - 7:30pm
Wednesday 29 June - 7:30pm
Thursday 30 June - 7:30pm
Friday 1 July - 7:30pm
(canteen available for evening performances. All items $2, cash only)
Matinee Performances on:
Thursday 30 June - 11:30am
Friday 1 July - 11:30am
Ticket prices:
Evening Performances: $10 student/concessions and $15 per adult
Matinees performances: $5 per person
To purchase your tickets please click on this link: https://www.trybooking.com/CADKE
We look forward to seeing you there.
ATSI Observances
NAIDOC
Green Point will be celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture over the next two weeks. Students will access ASTI texts; discuss how we can stand up and make a difference and what it means to be Australian.
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Weeks 9 & 10 |
NAIDOC (3-10 July)
We encourage all families to attend a local NAIDOC event |
GPCC observing 20 June-30 June |
THEME: Get up! Stand up! Show up!
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‘National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth. ‘NAIDOC
Tjudibaring A.E.C.G Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/130597042244921/
Green Point Christian College is starting a RAP - Reconciliation action plan.
A RAP ‘outlines a whole-scale approach to driving reconciliation by building relationships, respect and opportunities in the classroom and around the school’. We are seeking students, parents and community members who are interested in becoming involved in this very important process. A community meal has been planned for Tuesday 28 June. If you are interested in promoting reconciliation, please save this date. More information will be provided closer to the date.
GPCC 'To the Point' Lecture Series
Brooke Prentis - A New Dawn: Aboriginal Justice and the possibilities of the Satement from the Heart
To book your tickets click on: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/aboriginal-justice-and-the-possibilities-of-the-statement-from-the-heart-tickets-349353314167
Aladdin Jr playing at Laycock Street Theatre
Gosford Musical Society are presenting 'Aladdin Jr' this July school holidays.
There are a number of GPCC Seconday students in the show, including Luke J (Year 9) playing Aladdin and Scotia E (Year 12) playing the Genie.
Performance Dates
Tuesday 5 July - 10.30am & 1.30pm
Wednesday 6 July - 10.30am & 1.30pm
Thursday 7 July - 1.30pm & 7.30pm
Friday 8 July - 1.30pm & 7.30pm
Saturday 9 July - 1.30pm & 7.30pm
Performance Duration - 1 hour
To book your tickets go to:
Concert Band Perform at Primary Assembly
The Concert Band did a stellar job performing for the Primary school on Friday morning. Despite having several key musicians away sick, and their conductor, having to step in on tenor sax to cover some parts, the band played with joy and confidence. We warmed up with Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody, then the jazz classic Summertime, and finished with a choral piece called 'For the Beauty of the Earth', which we found out has a special place in Mrs Smith's heart! We are looking forward to our next concert at the Week 10 Secondary School Chapel service.
Mr Brendan Berlach
To hear a snippet from their performance: https://vimeo.com/721257558
Click on links to find out more about: Music Tuition or Bands
Kindergarten 2023
We have commenced enrolments for 2023 and already have keen interest for places in Kindergarten. If your child is due to commence Kindergarten in 2023 kindly apply now via our website. You are welcome to contact our Registrar if you have any questions about enrolment registrar@gpcc.nsw.edu.au.
Advancedlife Photography
Primary photos have been distributed to students on Friday 10 June.
Secondary photos will be distributed to students in either Week 8 or 9 in their Year Meeting.
Please note: If you ordered a 'Secondary Portrait only Pack', the Yeargroup aerial photo will not be included, but you may contact Advancedlife to order this photo.
Sibling photos were packed into the eldest student's pack.
Uniform Shop
Term 2 2022 Uniform Shop Trading hours
Monday: 8:30am - 11:00am
Wednesday: 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Thursday: 8:30am - 11:00am
Friday: 8:30am - 11:00am
For the price list and further information on ordering through Alinta, please visit our website – https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/enrolment/uniform
The Munchery Canteen Operations and Updated Menu
All students are strongly encouraged to order online. However, over the counter sales will also available.
Please visit the GPCC website for the link to The Munchery portal: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/community/the-munchery-canteen
EXTEND (Before and After School Care)
Parent Lounge Details
The College has a legal requirement to keep our records up to date.
Please review your details on Parent Lounge to ensure that all your information is correct. This includes medical information on your child/ren (only complete the immunisation question if your child is not immunised).
Please note: Should you require both parents/carers to receive SMS notifications, please tick the appropriate boxes.
Green Point Community Notices
LOST: Size 6 all white Asics sport shoes.
Were accidently swapped with a size 4 pair all white ASICS.
Please see the office to return and to pick up the size 4 pair.
Firewood for Sale
Please call Brian Shaw at the College on 0404478341
Central Coast Winter Chess Tournament
East Coast Soccer School
3 Day Winter Soccer Development Camp: 5 - 7 July. Details in flyer below.
Rotary Book Fair - PCYC Umina Beach
Terrigal Mobile Blood Donor Centre
Wednesday 22 June – 2.00pm to 7.30pm
Thursday 23 June – 12.00pm to 5.30pm
Friday 24 June – 9.30am to 3.00pm
Rotary Park, 214 Terrigal Drive, TERRIGAL 2260 NSW
Don’t forget to pre-book your spot at Lifeblood.com.au, on our app or on 13 14 95.
PCYC Umina Beach - July School Holidays
If you would like to place an advertisement in the Green Point Community Notices, please email details to Justine Collins at
Green Point Baptist Church
9:30am Worship Service
6:00pm Service
Services continue to be available online each week.
We are updating our Facebook page regularly with what's happening, so check it out: https://www.facebook.com/greenpointbaps/
Coming Up this Week
Monday, 20 June
K - 12 NAIDOC Week
Yr 10 Science & Engineering Challenge at St Edwards College (selected students)
NSW State Primary Futsal Gala Day - Years 5 & 6
Tuesday, 21 June
Year 6 Parent Tour of Secondary School
Cc Primary Rugby 7's - Erina Oval (Yrs 5 and 6)
Wednesday, 22 June
ATSI AECG Meeting - ATSI relationship development
Aboriginal Studies HSC Major Project Display night 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Year 2 Swimming lessons
Thursday, 23 June
CSSA Sec Boys/Girls Open Football final
Year 12 Ancient Hisotry HTA Study Day - University of sydney
Yr 11 Biology Excursion - Avoca & Macmasters Lagoon
Friday, 24 June
Year 12 Modern History HTA HSC Study Day - University of Sydney
Dates for the Calendar
Monday, 27 June
K - 12 NAIDOC Week (Weeks 9 & 10)
Tuesday, 28 June
ATSI Reconciliation Meal - ATSI students and families and interested parties in
GPBC Church Foyer (Mrs Van Wyk) 6.00pm -7.30pm
'The Importance of Being Earnest' : 7:30pm
'To the Point' Lecture Series: Brooke Prentis. 7:30pm in GPBC
Wednesday, 29 June
'The Importance of Being Earnest' : 7:30pm
Thursday, 30 June
Year 11 PDHPe Camp - Kangaroo Valley
Year 1 Reptile Park excursion
'The Importance of Being Earnest' : 11:30am and 7:30pm
Friday, 1 July
Year 11 PDHPe Camp - Kangaroo Valley
'The Importance of Being Earnest' : 11:30am and 7:30pm
Kindrgarten Teddy Bear's Picnic
Last Day of Term 2
TERM DATES 2022
Term 2, 2022
Wednesday, 27 April to Friday, 1 July
Monday, 13 June - Queen's Birthday Public Holiday
Term 3, 2022
Thursday, 21 July to Friday, 23 September
Term 4, 2022
Tuesday, 11 October to Wednesday, 7 December
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