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As we approach the end of another year, it is not unusual for some students to get a bit restless. At the moment we are dealing with a problem in our Junior Secondary classes with widespread disobedience. Perhaps because it is close to Christmas, some students feel it does not really matter what happens, but their behaviour does matter.
Schools have rules to ensure proper order amongst many students and staff. We are a microcosm of society so just as we need rules for how we conduct ourselves in Australia (or any other country), we need rules for how we conduct ourselves in our school. These rules are not onerous or demanding but help to ensure order, safe conduct, a clean environment and so on. When we ask students to wear their uniform correctly, not chew gum at school, not play with the rubbish in the bins or not duck across to the 7-11 shop after school, we are asking them to join our community by their compliance.
Disobedience is one of the great problems facing humanity. It is an issue we all face both individually and corporately. It stems from a desire to be a law unto ourselves and an inbuilt resistance to authority that all humans have. As Christians we rely on the explanation the Scriptures give us of the source of this trait. We say it began when God created the world and placed the first humans into the Garden of Eden he had built for them. They were free to do anything they liked and had only one small rule to keep – don’t eat of one particular tree. Theologians say this was a test of their will to see if they would willingly obey their Creator or not. God wanted people who freely chose to obey him and be in fellowship with him. This was a demonstration of their willingness to accept their position in relation to him and respond in loving obedience to his leadership.
The account tells us however that they succumbed to the whispering words of the Evil One who twisted God’s words to them. They ate of the fruit, disobedience entered the world and our relationship to God and to each other was changed. The issue was not the eating of a piece of fruit. Many students when confronted by disobedience, seek to downplay it and say, “ But I was only chewing a piece of gum, I was only looking for something in the bin, I was asked by mum to get something from the shop.” Disobedience is soon followed by lies and cover-up. It has a way of compounding a situation way beyond what it originally was.
Our role as parents and teachers, is to help our children see that disobedience is a big problem and it does not lead to a better way of life. It breaks relationships, harms good society and causes personal harm. We need to work together to teach our children the value and importance of obedience - willingly submitting to the rules to show our commitment to the group, to others and to our community.
Please work with us as we help our young teenagers learn the importance of this lesson so they may be equipped to be contributing citizens in society and not a drain on it.
Phillip Nash
Principal
As the academic year draws to a close it is important to create space for rest. Many of our students are tired and their routine is different. Weekend concerts, break up parties and family events can add to a busy weekend with students returning to school tired. Please be aware of your child’s emotional well-being and be sure to incorporate some ‘down time’ into each weekend.
Kindergarten 2022 Graduation
Congratulations to our Kindergarten 2022 students who were presented with their Graduation Certificates at Chapel on Wednesday. They shared the story of 'A Very Noisy Christmas' and sang 'Peace Like a River'.
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. An order form has been sent home to parents.
Year 1 Science
Year 1 are learning about what’s in the night sky - Look Up! We have enjoyed making models of constellations
Year 6 French
Year 6 students shared their knowledge of French with our Kindergarten students this week.
Head of School Award
Ashton F; KDL, Ivy H; KG,Scarlett F; 1C, Hallie H; 1G,Isaac R; 1S ,Lilah E; 2D, Skye B; 2G,Thomas B; 3B, Sophie S; 3D,Avery G; 3PH, Bonnie W; 4B,Ulrich E; 4BK, Claire P; 5L,Levi S; 5P, Allegra N; 5PC,Alisa P; 6MR, Hayden G; 6S,Samuel M; 6T.
Dates for the end of the year
- 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 2:00-3:00pm
- 5 December - Year 6 Graduation
- 5 December - Year 6 Dinner - Terrigal Surf Club
- 6 December Primary Thanksgiving Services-MPC
- Years 3-6 – 9:00am
- Years K-2 – 10:15am
- YVCS – 2:00pm
- 7 December - Last day term 4 – K - 2 Movie Excursion, Years 3 - 6 Peninsula Leisure Centre. Students finish at 12:30pm
Mrs Jane McLarty | Acting Head of Secondary
Last Friday evening our Year 12 students, parents and staff joined together to celebrate at the Crowne Plaza Terrigal. Our Year 12 students had a wonderful night celebrating with their friends and dancing the night away.
Senior House Captains
As House Co-ordinator, I was able to select four new Senior House Captains for 2022/23 to help me run House and Sport events for the next year. This involves things like co-ordinating lunch time activities, coaching teams, carnivals, end of year BBQ and attending the 2022 Sports Leadership Summit this Friday in Penrith. After 10 students applied for this role by filling in an application form and attending an interview these four were chosen from Year 12.
Congratulations to Wade B, Lacey E, Otto K and Millie T.
I look forward to working with these students over the next year.
Josie Mitchell Debating Competition
Team A consisted of: Luke J, Tirzah H, Lily M, Matilda W
Team B consisted of: Isaiah F, Cooper L, Dominic H, Grace R
Team A was given the following topics:
- That social media companies should proactively censor extremist comments on their platforms. (Affirmative)
- That victims of crime should be allowed to choose a punishment for the person who offended against them.(Negative)
Team B had to debate these topics:
- That Medicare should cover elective cosmetic surgery.(Affirmative)
- That all parents should be able to choose the gender of their child.(Negative)
Congratulations to Team A who won both of their debates convincingly.
Team B also did impressively, narrowly losing the first debate (on cosmetic surgery) but winning the second one.
This meant that Team A sailed through to the finals where they had no more than 1 hour to prepare a response to the topic of: It is more important to be beautiful than to be intelligent (affirmative).
In the meantime, Team B participated in an impromptu topic of their own which was: Parents should have the right to spy on their children (negative)…..And the results were….
Team A won the final, meaning that Green Point have won the competition for 2022.
There was a really solid sense of rapport and camaraderie evident especially within Team A which helped to give them an edge over the competition. Several of these students have never debated before. I was also really impressed with Team B who were not really given ample time to formulate and martial their arguments before the day but did particularly well (especially Isaiah F). What was particularly gratifying however was to see the way the students’ countenances brighten with confidence over the course of the day. It has really been a beneficial experience for them.
Mr Michael Samild (Secondary English Teacher)
Year 8 Tiny Science Lab Incursion
Year 8 had an incursion today with Mr Strickling and his Tiny Science Lab. Students explored forms of energy and worked with our new electricity kits. This was a real hands on experience with how electrical currents work and energy changes from one form to another.
Friday Crochet Club Share their Skills with Year 12 Textiles Students
Last Tuesday, students from the Friday Crochet Club ( run by Mrs K), joined the Year 12 Textiles class to showcase some amazing pieces they had created. These included clothing, small creatures and toys. The Year 12 students then had their first attempt at crocheting, with chains and rows of crochet, under the guidance of Lily M and August J. It was a great opportunity for the Year 10 girls to share their skills and knowledge.
Secondary LIFE Year Groups
This week our Vice Captains, Eloise S and Oscar M spoke to our Junior Secondary Girls and boys. Mr Phil Heard spoke to our Senior students.
All were looking at Jesus’ statements ‘I Am the Good Shepherd’ and ‘I Am the Gate’, challenging our students to consider what it means to follow Jesus.
Year 10 Fundraiser - Sausage Sizzle
Year 10 are holding a Sausage Sizzle fundraiser on Monday 21 November to raise additonal funds for the Christmas Hamper Drive for the Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre.
Mr David Russell
Curriculum Co-ordinator (7-12) | Student Advisor (7-12)
This week’s Careers Newsletter contains information about a NSW Government traineeship program, a video from UAC for the incoming Year 12 students, a variety of job opportunities, and information about various scholarships available (see the 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
Beach Safety Days
This week, students in Years 3-6 attended Surf Safety Days at Terrigal Beach. We were blessed with favourable weather for all four days and the students had a wonderful experience learning about surf safety, playing beach games and paddling in the water. I’d like to thank the teachers for supervising and for the students for excellent behaviour and respect shown throughout the day.
Photos above: Year 3
Photos above: Year 4
Photos above: Year 5
Photos above: Year 6
CSSA Year 5/6 Basketball Gala Day
Both our Senior Basketball teams competed at the CSSA (State) Gala Day in Penrith on Monday 14 November and did very well.
Senior Girls
Having won our Zone Gala Day, the Senior Girls were placed in a Pool with other strong teams winning all but one of their matches and gave up only 3 goals in those games. They eventually finished second in their group. The girls had fun, learnt new skills and were inspired to want to play basketball in the future. I’d like to thank Mr Andrew Vartan for doing such a great and committed job coaching/training the girls’ team over the last two terms.
Senior Boys
The Senior Boys Team had a great day at the State Basketball Tournament on Monday. We had a strong first game with a convincing win, not even giving up a point on defence. In the second game, we were down at half time, but the boys rallied hard with an excellent second half performance. Unfortunately, we came within two points and lost to the team that would go on to win our pool. In our third and fourth games, the boys demonstrated superior basketball skill and athleticism to finish off the day with big victories in our last two games.
We finished the day with three wins and one close loss. We placed second in our pool, which meant that we did not progress to the Semi-Final stage, but we were very competitive and came within three points of winning our pool.
I am so proud of the way our team played, they showed exemplary teamwork and respectful sportsmanship throughout the whole day.
The boys really enjoyed playing basketball together, everyone should be proud of what they contributed to the team. Well done boys!
Mr Gilmore
Gymnastics Achievement
Grace R from 5L qualified to attend the NSW Junior State Championships for Women’s Artistic Gymnastics on 30/10/22. Grace was selected to represent The Hunter Region and compete with the best regional teams from across the state. She took home a bronze medal and can be very proud of her effort. To even get to State Level is a huge achievement. Well done Grace!
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. The last Story time for the year is Monday 28 November.
Book Club
Issue 8 orders closed on Friday 25 November. This is the last book club for the year.
Returning Resources
Library staff will be conducting stocktake next week. Please look at home for any overdue library books or English texts to return. Borrowing for the year will finish on Friday 25 November.
Primary Library Closure
Please be advised the Primary library will be closed in Week 9 for stocktake. Primary classes and student play will not happen in the library that week. Resources can still be returned.
Year 2 - Eco Warriors
Did you know that if we don’t stop plastic entering our Oceans , that by 2052 , there will be more plastic , than sea life!
This year Year 2 have become Eco Warriors! They want to tell our school community that we need to 'Reduce, Reuse and Recyle' to sustain the beautiful Earth that God has created for us .
WE NEED YOUR HELP
We are encouraging students to collect and deposit any plastic lids ( especially small ones from soft drink bottles, flavoured milk ) into the bucket in the Primary Eating Area, (or send to Yr2 classrooms directly )
Well done Year 2, keep up the great work.
Photo: Our Eco Warrior Leaders: Mrs Reynolds, Mrs Donaldson and Mrs Groenenboom
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
- 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 PartTime (commencing Term 1 2023)
- Payroll/Finance Officer - Permanent Full Time
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 Jane McLarty, Deputy Principal K-12 and Acting Head of Secondary. Jane is “unflappable with much of her work in both roles going unseen”. Mr Nash appreciates the fact that he can travel and spend time away from school setting up and supporting other schools in the MELOS Group, knowing that Jane is in charge.
Jane was presented with the award in Staff Devotions on Wednesday morning. She was nominated for her ongoing care of students and staff, her dedication to her role, and her service to the College. We are so thankful for Jane’s skills, expertise and servant heart and for the wonderful example she is to us all.
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.
Registrations are now open via the Camp Australia website - Green Point Christian College | Camp Australia.
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. The awards were held Wednesday 16 November, 6pm at Kincumber High School.
Congratulations to Olivia C (Year 12) for winning in the Community and Citizenship category. It was a great event, all the students should be very proud of their achievements this year.
|
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 and 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. |
Advancedlife Photography Dates for 2023
Tuesday 28 February - Primary
Tuesday 7 March - Secondary
Wednesday 15 March - Sibling photos and absentees
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 Secondary Fundraising BBQ will also be held on Monday 21st November.
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).
Camp Australia Vacation Program
Camp Australia, our OOSCH provider from Term 1 2023, are inviting GPCC families to utilise the vacation care program ‘Rocketeers’ at St Philips Gosford.
Parents of GPCC are more than welcome to book in to via www.campaustralia.com.au, with bookings are open for the holidays.
A future vacation care program is earmarked to be hosted at GPCC once our OOSCH program is established.
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
Terrigal Wamberal Junior Rugby League Club
Summer Holiday Junior Chess Tournament
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 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
Year 10 Wellbeing Expo
Thursday 24 November
Year 10 Peer Support Training
Friday 25 November
Years 9 & 10 Making Waves Enrichment Day (Ourimbah University Campus)
Super 8's Primary Cricket
Year 10 Peer Support Training
Year 8 Science Incursion
Kindergarten Swimming lessons
The Fathering Project BBQ
Dates for the Calendar
Monday 21 November
Year 10 Service Day (multiple locations)
Years 3 and 4 CSSA Primary State Basketball (Penrith)
Tuesday 22 November
Year 10 Incursion - Elevate Education
Wednesday 23 November
Year 10 Human Wellbeing Expo
Year 7 Incursion - MAF
Year 1-6 Orientation Day for 2023
Thursday 24 November
Year 10 Peer Support Training
Friday 25 November
Years 9 & 10 Making Waves Enrichment Day (Ourimbah University Campus)
Year 10 Peer Support Training
Year 8 Science Incursion
Kindergarten Swiming Lessons
Super 8's Cricket Primary
The Fathering Project BBQ
Monday 28 November
Year 10 CRU Camp (28 - 30 November) - Lake Macquarie
Tuesday 29 November
Year 12 Textiles Workshop to Whitehouse Institute
Thursday 1 December
7 - 12 Interschool Chess Comp at GPCC
Year 10 Picnic Day Kincumber Mountain
Primary Band Performances
Friday 2 December
Secondary Academic Thanksgiving Assembly - 9:30am
Year 10 Dinner Dance at Mingara
K - 6 Talent Quest
Kindergarten Swimming Lessons
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