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As you are probably aware, there is a rise in covid cases happening at the moment. We have had some staff out for a few days and are watching closely to see if this will increase. Just a reminder that if your child has any covid-like symptoms, you should keep them at home until they have gone before you send them back to school.
We have noticed that early onset of symptoms does not always generate a positive RAT result so go with the symptoms rather than the test result. A PCR is still the most accurate way to be sure whether someone is positive or not. There are also a lot of seasonal allergies and other flu like illnesses around, some of which are long-lasting. If in doubt, you should get a clearance from your GP before returning a child to school.
HSC examinations are now over, and our students handled them well. Year 10 have had exams this week which are a good training run before they enter the HSC years. Like any form of assessment, some practice at how to approach an exam is important and helpful. There is however, increasing talk about the future of the HSC and the ATAR system as an entry measure for university. Less than 40% of all first year students at universities, get there because of an ATAR. There are multiple pathways for future study these days, so a poor HSC result does not close the door totally to university study.
At GPCC, we continue to look at ways to increase the academic results of our students. It is good to know that many of you are raising your expectations for your children because expectations go a long way towards helping a child see the importance of the hard work required to achieve well academically. I hope that our students get to understand that everything they do should be done to the best of their ability and take pride in working hard.
Continuing formal study is something we encourage our staff to consider. We have a number of staff doing post-graduate work including three of us who are working at doctoral level. We trust that students can see that learning is for life and at no stage of our lives can we say, we have learnt enough. I encourage you to have conversations with your child about the value of formal study and that you support them even if they find schoolwork challenging. We do best in anything when we have a good support team behind us.
Phillip Nash
Principal
Wacky Hair Day
Our students and teachers had a lot of fun coming to school with wacky hair on Wednesday. It was great to see so many children get involved with this fun initiative and great cause.
A massive thank you to everyone who contributed on the day. We raised almost $900! This money will go towards our Sponsor children.
Sustainable Future Festival
This week Years 2 & 3 had an excursion to the Sustainable Future Festival. The festival offered a variety of educational experiences revolving around resource management, reducing waste, recycling, and sustainability.
Students enjoyed making musical instruments and other art pieces out of recycled materials. They got to see and touch many amazing insects and learn about their important role in managing waste. A highlight was having close encounters with some very cool and calm reptiles! It was fun to sit behind the wheel of a garbage truck and practice sorting waste into the correct bins.
It was a wonderful hands-on opportunity for students see how even small changes can have a positive impact on caring for our environment.
Special English Workshops
This week, Years 5 and 6 students have had the privilege of participating in writing workshops with Mrs Jillian McKay (Secondary Head of English).
Year 6 students have been reading and understanding poetry, discovering its purpose, the wide range of emotions it covers, and learning about how to write interesting and powerful poems themselves. They also had an experience of high school, complete with lesson bells and a secondary classroom.
Year 5 are exploring ways to develop their imaginative writing, considering how colours, description and even the weather can add depth and excitement to their stories. This is one of the many ways that our students benefit from being in a K-12 learning environment and we are continuing to build connections between our Primary and Secondary schools.
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Head of School Award
Movie and Pizza Afternoon
Our wonderful school captains are hosting a Movie and Pizza afternoon to raise money for our sponsor children on Thursday 24 November. More details and how to order your pizza will be emailed out early next week. This
Dates for the end of the year
There is a lot happening at the end of the year - here are some dates for your diary.
Next week is beach Safety Week – Please check Parent Lounge to give permission and read the note about what to pack for your child. All students need to meet at their classroom.
Monday – Year 3
Tuesday – year 4
Thursday – Year 5
Friday – Year 6
- 16 November – Kindergarten Chapel and Graduation
- 23 November – New students Orientation day
- 24 November – School Captains Movie Afternoon
- 30 November – Year 6 final Chapel
- 1 December – Junior band and Welcome band concert 2-3pm
- 5 December Year 6 Graduation
- 6 December Primary Thanksgiving Services
- Years 3-6 – 9:00 am
- Years K-2 – 10:15 am
- YVCS – 2:00 pm
- 7 December - Last day term 4 – Students finish at 12:30 pm
Mrs Jane McLarty | Acting Head of Secondary
As this Messenger goes to print, our Year 12 students, the graduates of 2022, will be planning, preparing, preening, and polishing in readiness for the Year 12 Formal. This evening is a wonderful time for staff, students, and parents to celebrate 13 years of schooling and is the final school event. We pray God’s blessing over each of the students, for the evening and for the paths, known or unknown, that each one will take. We pray that the seeds that have been planted bear fruit and that the students will cherish their time at GPCC.
At Monday morning assemblies, I like to provide students with encouragement and to celebrate their accomplishments. This week we were able to thank four of our College Prefects who went above and beyond their role to serve the College. Thank you, Izelle, Oscar, Eden and Kanela, for assisting with updating 175 fire safety flipcharts.
I also received an email from one of our school bus drivers. He was very impressed with the courteous and respectful way the students conducted themselves. He went on to thank the staff “who make your work a ministry and impart your life and values into the students God has brought to you”. What a lovely email to receive!
Year 11 Textiles and Design Experiments
This week our Year 11 Textiles and Design students experimented with natural dyes on wool, silk, and cotton. They used foods including beetroot, turmeric, tea, coffee, and raspberries to create different dyes.
They also experimented with rust dyeing using nails and pressing flowers into the material with a rolling pin.
Year 9 PASS Gymnastics Trip
Our Year 9 PASS Class had the privilege of going off-site for a Gymnastics session this. Looks like they had fun!
Write a Book in a Day Project (Secondary & Primary)
In Term 3, a group of ten Years 7 and 8 students and ten Year 6 students worked to together on the ‘Write a Book in a Day’ project. This project sees students create an entire book in just one day, working within unexpected parameters and creating illustrations alongside their story. Write a Book in a Day aims to raise funds for The Kids’ Cancer Project and provide new, interesting and fun stories that will be published and available for children currently fighting cancer.
We congratulate the GPCC teams on their efforts. They showed great collaborative skills, sharing ideas and delegating responsibilities to ensure that all elements were covered and checked. It was a long day, with students not finishing until 5pm, but they persisted with good humour, patience and a desire to do their best work together. Much thanks to their teachers, Mrs Kaylie Turner and Ms Lauren Pal, for their efforts, encouragement, guidance and provision of snacks.
The two stories – ‘Im-Possible’ (Yr 6) and ‘The Tale of Norfolk Island’ (Yrs 7/8) – can now be viewed via https://writeabookinaday.com/library/books.php?t=sna.
Well done to both teams for an excellent effort.
Year 6: Chloe H, Alexia M, Brianna F, Alyssa C, Jason P, Ayla G, Sarah T, Alisa P, Jack E, Jonathan G
Year 7/8: Ruby D, Amelia M, Kayla L, Claire H, Ava P, Asher C, Camilla W, Milo W, Morgan D, Scarlett S
Mr David Russell
Curriculum Co-ordinator (7-12) | Student Advisor (7-12)
This week’s Careers Newsletter contains information about pursuing Medicine as a career, a Parents' Information Session run by the University of Newscastle, the 'Thinking Out Loud' Youth Forum, helpful tips for resume writing, and much more.
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
Beach Safety Days
Next week, each Year from Grades 3-6 will attend Terrigal Beach for a Beach Safety Day run by the lifeguards at Terrigal Beach. On these days students will have the opportunity to participate in some sand activities, talk about safety at the beach, and get a little wet on the shoreline.
We are looking forward to a great week and hopefully some lovely weather.
Event Cancelled
Unfortunately the Wyong Netball and Soccer Gala Day for Years 3-6 has been cancelled.
Years 7 - 12 Sport Co-ordinator
Congratulations to Mrs Kirk - Australian OzTag Champion
Congratulations to Mrs Angela Kirk who last weekend competed in the Australian OzTag Championships at Coffs Harbour. She represented the Central Coast in the Women’s Masters division.
After a slow start on the first day, the team gathered momentum on the second day and eventually went on to win nail-biter of a final, where she was in the last five on the field. Mrs Kirk is a wonderful example to our students of finding a passion and giving it everything that you’ve got. Mrs Kirk is now a State Champion, a National Champion and a World Champion in OzTag!
Preschool Story Time
Parents and preschool aged children are welcome to join us on Monday mornings at 9:00am in the Primary library for books, craft, and fun.
Returning resources
Library will be conducting a stocktake at the end of the year. Please look at home for any overdue library books or English texts to return. Borrowing for the year will finish on Friday 25 November.
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.
GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
A ministry of Green Point Baptist Church
Our motto is “Equipped for Life”
Current job vacancies:
- Head of HSIE Teaching Position (Years 7 - 12) - Permanent Full Time - to commence Term 1 2023
- English Teaching Position (Years 7 - 12) - Permanent Full Time – to commence Term 1 2023
- Technologies Teaching Position (Textiles / Food Technologoy) Years 7 - 12 - Permanent - to commence Term 1 2023
- Enrichment Teacher (Primary) Temporary Part time (2023-2024)
- Student Enrichment Officer - Permanent Time Time (commencing Term 1 2023)
For full details and criteria regarding these positions, please refer to the full Job Descriptions available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au
The successful applicant for the above positions must be a committed Christian and be prepared to work under the ethos of our College.
Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Current Job Vacancies:
- Teaching Position: Permanent Full time - Commencing Term 1 2023
- Teachers Aide (Learning Support): Permanent Part Time - Commencing Term 1 2023
The successful applicant for the above positions must be committed Christians and be prepared to work under the ethos of our school and in regular fellowship and involvement at an Evangelical Church.
Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
For full details and criteria regarding these position, please refer to the full Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at Employment Opportunties | Yattalunga Valley Christian School
Applications close on Friday 18 November 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
BREWARRINA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Our motto is: “Equipped for Life”
Current Job Vacancies:
- Principal - Permanent (FT)
- Primary Teacher - Permanent (FT)
- Community Liason Officer - Permanent (PT)
- Teacher Aides (2 positions) - Permanent (FT)
- Cleaner - Permanent (PT)
Click here to find out more about each role or to apply.
Please forward these opportunities to anyone you think may be interested.
Staff Member of the Week
This week’s recipient was Mrs Nicole Van Wyk, our Library Co-ordinator.
We are so thankful for all that Nicole does to help in the smooth running of the College.
From taking oodles of extras, making things happen at the drop of a hat, and for always going above and beyond!
We are so thankful for you.
OOSCH Provider Change
From the commencement of Term 1, 2023 the OOSCH provider at Green Point Christian College will change to Camp Australia.
Camp Australia operate a range of services in several schools on the Central Coast, including St Phillips Christian College Gosford and Belmont Christian College, and will operate from the same building that is currently used by Extend. Please refer to the New Service Flyer below, or the more detailed Parent Information Leaflet.
All parents utilising the current service will need to re-register prior to Camp Australia beginning operations in February 2023. Bookings are not yet available due to the timing of the service approval transfer, but once registered a notification will be provided when bookings are open.
Introducing the Fathering Project
The Fathering Project is an evidence-based organisation that aims to promote positive fathering behaviours and fathers’ engagement with their infants, preschool, primary school, and adolescent-aged children.
Fathers and father figures play a critical and distinct role in children’s lives and the evidence demonstrating fathers’ potential to positively influence their children’s health, social success and academic achievements is indisputable. There is further information available on this research on the GPCC website - https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/community/the-fathering-project
This month we are excited to be launching The Fathering Project for the fathers and father figures of our GPCC and YVCS students.
Our launch event is on Friday 25 November at 6pm, which will be a BBQ and Paper Planes evening.
All fathers connected with GPCC (or YVCS) are invited to attend with their children. Register Now.
Tjudibaring Awards 2022
The Tjudibaring AECG Awards celebrate and recognise effort, improvement, excellence and achievement in Aboriginal education in schools within our AECG boundary. Awards will be presented to selected students in a range of categories, selected Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal teachers and community members will also be acknowledged for their contributions to Aboriginal Education. The Green Point Christian College Nominees are listed below.
|
Name |
Year |
Category |
Reason |
|
Indy B |
1 |
Dedication to Learning |
Excellent application in class particularly in Literacy. |
|
Isabelle A |
4 |
Sporting Achievement |
State cross country as well as excellent academic results. |
|
Olivia B |
4 |
Academic |
Achieving well academically and having a studious approach to her learning. |
|
Samuel C |
5 |
Dedication to Learning |
Excellent project work and striving to do his best. |
|
Grace M |
6 |
Performing Arts |
Dance Troupe and school musical. |
|
Grace W |
7 |
Community & Citizenship |
Enthusiastic effort in her work, sport representation and connecting with country with family. |
|
Alex B |
10 |
Cultural Participation |
Brewarrina mission trip and community relations development. |
|
Talan P |
10 |
Sporting Achievement |
Zone representation in Oztag and Swimming as well as at Gala days. |
|
Olivia C |
12 |
Community & Citizenship |
Engaging with the Moree community through her major work for Aboriginal Studies. Contributing to GPCC teacher professional development training. |
|
Amber Erasmus |
Teacher |
Teacher Contribution |
Aboriginal Studies teaching and engagement with AECG and other community organisations. |
|
Irene Wardle |
Parent |
Community Member |
Aboriginal Studies lecturer and marker. Supported HSC project marking and provided community consultation. |
Rotary Kincumber Christmas Tree Sale
Christmas trees will be on sale until sold out from the Bus Bay in front of the College on the weekends of 3 - 4 December, and 10 - 11 December.
Suggested Shopping List Items: Tinned ham or tuna, teabags, instant coffee, drinking chocolate, long life milk or custard, Christmas pudding or cake, canned fruit or vegetables, cereal, rice pasta and pasta sauce, biscuits, mini chips or shapes packets, lollies, jams, fruit juice, soda water, cordial (not sugary drinks), men's and women's deodorant.
A Fundraising BBQ will also be held on Monday 21st November - more information to follow.
PCYC Umina Beach Holiday Activities
PCYC Umina Beach have plenty of fun activities planned for the Christmas School Holiday period.
Download PDF flyer below to view activities.
For more informtion, please visit their website: https://www.pcycnsw.org.au/umina-beach/school-holidays
They are also offering a ‘Drop to Shop’ on Wednesday 21st December. Parents can leave the kids with us from 5pm – 8pm and get that last minute Christmas shopping or present wrapping done. (Food is included and bookings are essential).
Uniform Shop
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 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
From the team at Cornerstone Books - “The staff and customers alike are loving the new location at Point Frederick (only 5km from our old store), with lots of space for all of our wonderful stock. We have ample onsite parking and the same excellent staff are ready to help find that perfect product.
If you have yet to visit our new location – please take the time to drop in, we would love to see you."
OPEN: Tuesday to Friday 9:30am – 4:30pm
and Saturday 9:30am – 1:00pm
42a Frederick Street, Point Frederick 2250
Phone: (02) 4365 3848
www.cornerstonebooks.com.au
If you would like to place an advertisement in the Green Point Community Notices, please email details to our Messenger Editor, 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 14 November
Yrs 5 and 6 CSSA Primary State Basketball - Penrith
Year 3 Surf Safety Day at Terrigal Beach
Tuesday 15 November
Year 4 Surf Safety Day at Terrigal Beach
Wednesday 16 November
Debating Excursion
Tjudibaring AECG Awards - Kincumber High School (5:15pm for 6:00pm start)
Event Cancelled: Years 3-6 Wyong Netball and Soccer Gala Day
Kindergarten Get Set, Go Program - Session 5 (final) Chapel
Aboriginal Students Day Excursion (selected students from Years 5 & 6)
Thursday 17 November
Year 5 Surf Safety Day at Terrigal Beach
Friday 18 November
Year 6 Surf Safety Day at Terrigal Beach
Kindergarten Swimming Lessons
Dates for the Calendar
Monday 21 November
Year 10 Service Day (multiple locations)
Years 3 & 4 CSSA Primary State Basketball (Penrith)
Tuesday 22 November
Year 10 Incursion - Elevate Education
Wednesday 23 November
Year 7 Incursion - MAF
Year 1-6 Orientation Day for 2023
Friday 25 November
Years 9 & 10 Making Waves Enrichment Day (Ourimbah University Campus)
TERM DATES 2022
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