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I am writing this from the guest house at our school property in Gongolgon, 35 minutes south of the small town of Brewarrina. This is where GPCC has a 1200 acre property which we plan to use for outdoor education, mission and service activities with our students. We also plan to use the existing closed school on the site to open a school for local children in 2023.
This week I met with a group of Brewarrina parents interested in placing their children in the school. This is the second meeting we have had with them, and it was challenging to listen as they talked about what their children’s needs are in education. They want a quality education for their children where they are given every opportunity to flourish – no different to what any of you as GPCC parents want. Our challenge and responsibility is to create a schooling environment both here and at GPCC, that not only allows that but facilitates it.
For many of the children here in Brewarrina, life is a challenge and a struggle. Small country towns in outback NSW suffer many disadvantages. Life expectancy is short for Aboriginal people so death is common. Speaking to our friend, Pastor Isaac Gordon, he undertakes funerals in the district almost every week and last week conducted one for his niece who was only in her 30’s and has left behind 2 young children. There are many reasons for this situation, but lack of a quality education is one which leads to many children seeing little hope for a positive future.
I seldom make political statements, but I believe our Governments – State and Federal, are failing many Australian children with education systems that are too tightly controlled to allow professional educators to operate schools that can really meet the needs of the communities they serve. I also think that an increasingly secular society that has abandoned traditional values that arose from the Christian faith tradition, has resulted is no sound moral and ethical basis for education, and it is children who suffer in this environment.
As a school that wants its graduates to be socially involved, we are trying to lead by example and reach out to the Brewarrina community to offer practical help and hope. As more of our students visit this community, I trust they will be challenged to consider how their gifts, abilities and education, can be used to benefit others and not just themselves.
This week, Mr McGillivray leads a team of boys to Brewarrina on mission. They will be involved with the Church but also learn about Aboriginal culture and history. They will get to know the young people of the town and will be challenged to value the opportunities they have on the Central Coast and at GPCC as an invitation for them to serve others.
At GPCC we continue to work at improving the standard of education we offer. We believe that education is a key means of developing the next generation and we want to do that in such a way that our graduates make a positive difference in their communities.
Phillip Nash
Principal
National Science Week 2022
National Science Week will be celebrated from 13-21 August. This year the Theme is Glass: More than Meets the Eye.
National Science Week provides an opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of Australian scientists to the world of knowledge. It also aims to encourage an interest in science pursuits among the general public, and to encourage younger people to be fascinated by the world we live in.
To celebrate this occasion, all Primary students will be involved in ‘Mad Science Monday’ 15 August. This is a time where students will work together to investigate various Science activities, using a plethora of resources and ideas. Activities will begin after recess at 11:30am and continue until after lunch, concluding by 2:30pm. Students will then return to their classrooms to conclude the day.
We are looking forward to this celebration, as students will complete hands on activities to investigate their world, pose questions, ponder solutions, make predictions and discuss the design process. #creative and critical thinking
K-2 Athletics Carnival
This week our youngest students in K-2 will gather for a fun morning of games, sports and running races. Parents are welcome spectators and can join us on the oval from 9:00am on Tuesday 16 August.
Head of School Award
Rachel B, KDL; Savannah S, KG; Javier G, 1C; Sam A, 1G; Tiago P, 1S; Charlotte M, 2D; Fletcher T, 2G; Emily C, 3B; Lavinia S, 3D; Nathalie S, 3PH; Scarlett J, 4B; Charlotte H, 4BK; Nate A, 5L; Chloe I, 5P; Miané d, 5PC; Meikayla V, 6MR; Cameron Y, 6S; Seulah K, 6T
Save the Date: Jungle Book
Our performances for the Jungle book musical will be over two days. Families are invited to attend both sessions and tickets will be on sale shortly. The Saturday twilight performance will begin at 6:30pm, but we invite all families to come and purchase dinner from a variety of food trucks before the show from 5:00pm.
- Friday 16 September will be our Matinee performance at 1:30pm
- Saturday 17 September will be our twilight performance from 5:00pm
Jungle Book Musical – Helpers
We will commence our Musical working bee this coming week commencing Monday 15 August, each morning in the Staff Common Room from 8:45am onwards. Please come and join in the fun on whatever day you are available for as long you can. We will stop for a morning tea break outside from 10:00am-10:20am each day. Please bring your own morning tea, the College will supply tea and coffee.
There’s lots to do with costuming and set design so if you are handy with a hot glue gun, paint brush, scissors or sewing machine we need you! If you haven’t let us know and would like to help please feel free to just turn up on the day!
If you have a sewing machine at home and are willing to sew some costumes, please let us know. Grandparents are more than welcome too.
Primary Chess
Dates for Term 3
This term is a busy one with lots of events coming up. Please note the following dates in your diary:
- Week 5 Custome making
- 15 August - Mad Science Monday
- 16 August - K-2 Sports Morning 9:00am - Parents welcome
- 26 August – Book Parade and Fair day – Parents welcome
- 2 September - Fathers Day Stall
- 16 September - Primary School Musical 'The Jungle Book – Kids' Matinee Performance
- 17 September – Primary School Musical 'The Jungle Book – Kids' Twilight performance
Father's Day Breakfast
Staff Member of the Week
This term the College Executive have decided to award a Staff Member of the week. A recipient can be from any department in the College, nominated by other staff, in acknowledgement of going above and beyond to do something special e.g., additional duty for others, a kind and thoughtful act, taken on a task to help others, supported someone else even though it cost them, is known to do an exceptional job all the time etc.
This week’s recipient was Mrs Veronique Logemann, an Enrichment Officer in Secondary School, from our Enrichment Department. Mrs Logemann was presented with the award in Staff Devotions on Wednesday morning. She was nominated for 'putting others ahead of herself and stepping in to help where she can. Her colleagues and students appreciate her kind and thoughtful nature, her patience and the support she provides'. We are thankful for Veronique and the wonderful example she is to us all.
Prefect Camp
This week our incoming prefects went to Camp Toukley to begin and unpack the role of prefect at Green Point Christian College. They participated in sessions on Servant Leadership, Leadership, Expectations of being a Prefect and Working Together as Part of a Team. We pray God’s blessing over this fine group of young men and women and look forward to seeing them serve in our school. Huge thanks to Mr Masters who led the group and Mr Harris and Mrs Melck who assisted with delivery of the sessions.
Year 9 Boys AIM Mission
Please be in prayer for our mission team of Year 9 boys that will be serving the local communities in Brewarrina from 12 - 19 August, led by Mr McGillivray and Mr Hall. They will continue to develop relationships between GPCC and these remote communities. #Socially Engaged
AIM Team: Isaiah F, Lachlan H, Micah J, Seth M, Gus Olivier, Joshua R, Bryce T, Thomas Wells, Mr Andrew McGillivray and Mr Richard Hall
Mr David Russell
Curriculum Co-ordinator (7-12) | Student Advisor (7-12)
This week’s Newsletter has information about the Central Coast Industry Festival Expo, an upcoming Hospitality event, Defence Force opportunities, a Nursing Open Day at Avondale University, Transport for NSW opportunities, HSC Study Guide, Careers with STEM magazine, a course to become a Paramedic (see General News section) and apprenticeships with the Master Builders Association (see General News section).
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
CSSA Netball Metro Cup
Senior Girls
Congratulations to the Senior girls who played fantastic Netball last week in Penrith. Their enthusiasm, positive attitude and encouragement towards each other on the court and their humility and sportsmanship in each and every game that they played demonstrated their love and passion for their sport. The girls showed strength as they played 7 games back-to-back, with only a 7-minute break between games. They ended the day with a win and came 4th. It was a privilege to coach these girls and I look forward to seeing them continue to excel in Netball in the future. Well done Lily D, Ruth G, Sibella M, Amelia, D, Sarah T, Erin R, Nylla P, Isla L, Chelsea, S and Zoe D.
Miss Gemma Cooper
Junior Girls
The Junior Girls Netball team were amazing when we played in Penrith last week. It was a big day for everyone with an early 6am bus departure, but the girls didn't let any tiredness affect them playing their best in the games throughout the day. The girls played so well versing numerous different teams where they won and lost games and ended up coming tied 4th. I am so proud of the great teamwork skills they developed and good sportsmanship demonstrated to other teams. Thank you also to the lovely Mrs Sirone who brilliantly umpired many of the games throughout the day. Well done Asher B, Lexi A, Miranda V, Lucy G, Grace G, Emily C, Lanayah H and Piper L. As said in our chant, "Pass, Pass, shoot!"
Mrs Laura Burton
Athletics and Cross-Country Awards
Congratulations to the following students:
Primary Athletics Carnival
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3rd Place |
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GIRLS |
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8yrs Girls |
Chloe L |
Samara W |
Saoirse C-D |
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9yrs Girls |
Emily C |
Avalon R |
Lucy G |
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10yrs Girls |
Sophie C |
Lara B |
Willow H |
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11yrs Girls |
Sibella M |
Lily D |
Mia D |
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12yrs Girls |
Alyssa C |
Alisa P |
Erin R |
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BOYS |
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8yrs Boys |
James C |
Jake B |
Ryder G |
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9yrs Boys |
Enzo RC Nash P |
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Max L |
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10yrs Boys |
Nate R |
Dylan B |
Ruben D |
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11yrs Boys |
Luca W |
Jaxon H |
Isaac S |
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12yrs Boys |
Jason P |
Jacob L |
Chase C |
Winning House: Hurricanes
Primary Cross Country Carnival
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1st Place |
2nd Place |
3rd Place |
4th Place |
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GIRLS |
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8/9yrs Girls |
Avalon R |
Lucy G |
Chloe L |
Samara W |
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10yrs Girls |
Sophie C |
Lara B |
Piper L |
Zara L |
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11yrs Girls |
Alleah M |
Ruth G |
Jiya M |
Jessica W |
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12yrs Girls |
Michela RC |
Eliana S |
Lillian R |
Ellen B |
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BOYS |
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8/9yrs Boys |
Nash P |
Enzo RC |
Jake B |
James C |
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10yrs Boys |
Ulrich E |
Dylan B |
Orlando G |
Nate R |
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11yrs Boys |
Jaxon H |
Miller P |
Xavier W |
Noah W |
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12yrs Boys |
Chase C |
Jason P |
Jacob L |
Joshua F |
Winning House: Hurricanes
CSSA and CIS Nominations
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):
Primary
Monday 12 September - CIS Primary Boys Cricket Trials (Nominations close 5 September)
Dates for your Calendar
PRIMARY
School Carnivals
Tuesday 16 August (Term 3) - GPCC K-2 Infants Athletics Carnival (on-site at the College)
Friday 21 October (Term 4) - GPCC K-2 Swimming Carnival (Peninsula Leisure Centre)
CSSA
2 September- CSSA State Athletics Sydney Olympic Park Athletics Centre
Years 7 - 12 Sport Co-ordinator
Secondary Zone Athletics Carnival
Congratulations to the students who represented the College in the THACCCSA Zone Athletics Carnival last Friday in Newcastle. There were many outstanding performances that included a few records. After a tough day of competition, GPCC ended up winning the carnival by over 200 points! The following students were Age Champions:
12 Year girls: 2nd place: Amy W
13 Year boys: =2nd place: Benjamin T
14 Year Boys: 1st place: Raj S
15 Year Girls: 2nd place: Alyssa M
16 Year Girls: 3rd place: Katinka W
17 Year Girls: 2nd place: Codie W
17 Year Boys: 3rd place: Mitchell M
18+ Year Boys: 2nd place: Luke B
We also had a few record breakers. The following students broke records:
14 Year Boys 400m: Raj S – 56.45 (old record: 57.34)
15 Year Girls 800m: Jessie B – 2:39.21 (old record: 2:39.32)
16 Year Girls Javelin: Laura R – 30.70m (old record: 26.59m)
16 Year Boys 1500m: Wade B – 4:27.57 (old record 5:15.88)
Congratulations to these students and to the whole team for an amazing effort There will be 38 students representing the College at the CSSA State Championships on Thursday 18 August at Olympic Park Homebush. We wish them all the very best as they represent Green Point Christian College.
Congratulations to Mrs Angela Kirk (PDHPE Department) for her recent success at the International Tag Series Championships in Coffs Harbour. Countries from around the globe competed in a one off OzTag Championships to determine who was the greatest OzTag country on earth. Mrs Kirk represented Australia in the 40s Women’s team who ended up winning the Grand Final in great style. Please congratulate Mrs Kirk if you see her for her role in the Australian team’s success.
Central Coast Academy of Sport
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.
Book Week
Our annual Primary Book Parade is Friday 26 August at 11.45am in the MPC, parents are welcome. This is followed by a BBQ & Sushi, students can pre-order food to be delivered to their classroom. Cash will be accepted for the BBQ and Sushi on the day for parent ordering. Students pre-ordering will assist with COVID protocols therefore an email has been sent to all families with ordering information.
This year we also have an activity fee rather than a cost for individual activities. The QR code below also takes you to the ordering site. Orders should be placed by Monday 22 August 9:00am.
Cash will be accepted for the BBQ and Sushi on the day. Students pre-ordering will
Fair games will be run by teachers 1-3pm. We have a jumping castle, soccer shootout, face painting, disco, craft, cookie decorating and much, much more. We can’t wait for this exciting community day with everyone back on site.
Book Week Competitions
All competitions close Friday 19 August. Entries must be given in to Library staff.
K-2 Colouring competition (Handed out in library lessons in Week 3)
3-4 Favourite book diorama (Boxes available in library)
5-6 Book Trailer
(How to create book trailers using iMovie in your classroom! - Bing video)
Kirrily Lowe - Author
On Thursday 25 August Author, Kirrily Lowe, will be talking to students about the book writing process and about her books. She has published a set of books about the Fruits of the Spirit. An order form is attached if you want to purchase discount copies of her books. The library will be giving away a lucky door prize of a set of these books. All Primary students will be entered. The winner will be announced during the Book Week Parade.
Preschool Story Time
Parents and preschool aged children are welcome to join us on Monday mornings @ 9am in the Primary library for books, craft, and fun.
Premier’s Reading Challenge
Competition closes Friday 19 August, please register your reading before the closing date. If you are having difficulty, please email judi.hurst@gpcc.nsw.edu.au before the closing date.
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.
40 Year Annivesary Celebrations
40 Year Anniversary Whole School Assembly
40 Year Anniversary Board and Staff Dinner
40 Year Anniversary Alumni Breakfast
40 Year Anniversary Thanksgiving Service
40 Year Anniversary Lapel Pins
Anniversary lapel pins were distributed to all students in Term 1. If your family has started with the College over the past 6 months and you would like to receive a lapel pin please contact the office and we will arrange this for you.
Information Session for 2023 and Beyond
Limited places are still available to enrol for Years K to 4 starting in Term 1 2023.
You are welcome to attend our upcoming Information Session where you will have opportunity to meet the YVCS Principal & Educators
This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the school and visit the facilities.
Please register your attendance below and we look forward to meeting you on the day at www.yvcs.nsw.edu.au/visit.
Compassion Coast to Coast Fundraiser 
This September 17 to October 19 our Academic in Residence at Green Point Christian College, Dr Martin Dowson will be riding across the country from Perth to Newcastle on the Compassion Coast to Coast (C2C) Ride. The aim is to raise money for Compassion’s Vulnerable Children’s Fund.
Dr Dowson is an avid bike rider and is currently training in preparation for the 4,000 kilometres the group will cycle over the 33 days. You can support the fundraising efforts direct by visiting his fundraising page, and we will provide updates throughout the ride so you can follow Dr Dowson as he undertakes this challenging ride.
Music Tutor Program Night
Congratulations to all of the students who performed at Tuesday night’s ‘Music Tutor Program Night’. It was a great evening. The night began with a performance from the GPCC Concert band in the CAPPA Theatre. This was followed by ‘Contemporary’, ‘Piano and Horns’, and ‘Woodwind and Voice’ concerts that all ran simultaneously at locations around the School. The event was attended by over 100 people and over 50 students performed across the various bands and concerts.
Thank you to all of the students who performed, the tutors for their preparation leading up to and running the event, and to the parents and carers who attended to support the students.
Please click on the link below for more information about music lessons:
https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/education-learning/co-curricular-activities/music-tuition
GPCC Second Hand Uniform Store
The Second Hand Uniform Store will be running 2:00pm - 3:00pm on Wednesday 7 September in A1 (The first room in A Bloack, next to the Administration building).
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
Youth Friday Drop in Sessions at Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre
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.
Please register at the following link: https://www.gpbc.net.au/myzone/
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. 15 August
AIM Mission Trip - Year 9 Boys 12 - 19 August
Primary - National Science Week celebration
Tuesday, 16 August
K - 2 Athletics Carnival (parents welcome at the College)
THACCCSA Primary Oz Tag - Wallsend
Wednesday, 17 August
MADD night - Year 12
CIS Primary Girls Cricket Trials
Thursday, 18 August
GPCC Open Day 11:00am
Group 2 Bronze Practice Duke of Ed Hike
CSSA Secondary Athletics Carnival
Book Quiz Excursion : Yrs 5 & 6, Yrs 7 & 8 - Belmont Christian College
Friday, 19 August
Year 7 - Incursion: Backflips Against Bullying performance
Dates for the Calendar
Monday, 22 August
Secondary 15 and Open Netball Challenge - NSWCIS State Event
Wednesday 24 August
Year 9 Camp (24-26 August)
Year 7 Vaccinations 2nd Visit - Year 7 HPV Dose 2 (catch up of dose 1 HPV
and dTpa Vacs)
Year 8/9 Catch up of HPV and/or dTpa
Year 10 Catch up of Meningococcal ACWY
Year 11/12 Catch up of Meningococcal ACWY
Thursday, 25 August
Year 9 Camp (24 - 26 August)
Author visit K - 6
Friday, 26 August
Year 9 Camp (24 - 26 August)
Primary Book Parade and Fair
Friday, 2 September
Father's Day Stall
Friday, 16 September
Primary School Musical “The Jungle Book – Kids” Matinee Performance
Saturday, 17 September
Primary School Musical “The Jungle Book – Kids” Twilight performance
TERM DATES 2022
Term 3, 2022
Thursday, 21 July to Friday, 23 September
Term 4, 2022
Tuesday, 11 October to Wednesday, 7 December
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TERM DATES 2023
Term 1, 2023
Wednesday, 1 February - Students commence Term 1 (Years 1 - 7, 11 and 12)
Thursday, 2 February - Years 8 - 10 commence Term 1
Thursday, 2 February - Kindergarten commence Term 1
Thursday, 6 April - Last Day Term 1
Term 2, 2023
Wednesday, 26 April to Friday, 30 June
Monday, 12 June - Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday
Term 3, 2023
Monday, 24 July to Friday, 22 September
Monday, 2 October - Labour Day Public Holiday
Term 4, 2023
Monday, 9 October - Friday, 8 December