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Christmas is a significant time of year for us all in different ways. For Christians we take time to remember and give thanks for God’s gift of his own Son to come to earth in humble circumstances, to live a life as an example of how God intended us all to live and then died a death deserving of the worst of sinners and in doing so took our place.
This is very different to how many people think of Christmas and celebrate it. It is a great start to the summer holidays; it is about gift giving and receiving, and family get-togethers and so on. These things are not incompatible of course but without the Christian explanation of why we have this holiday and this season, it does not really make much sense. We give and receive gifts because of God’s gift of His son. We pause from our work because Christians take time to gather together to celebrate God’s gift. Many of the traditions and practices of our western culture, stem from our connection to the Christian faith and its influence on the shaping of our culture.
However your family celebrate Christmas, I encourage you to take time to think about the reason for this season. Perhaps you will choose to attend a church service to understand more of why the coming of Christ is important to Christians. Traditionally, many Australians attended church at Christmas and Easter, even if they were not regular throughout the rest of the year because they recognised the connection of Christianity to these seasons. You would certainly be most welcome at all the churches on the Coast should you choose to do so.
On a different note, I had the privilege of travelling to Government House this week with Mr W, one of our Secondary teachers, a Year Advisor and the supervisor of our Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards program. Dan received a 10 Year Service Medal, along with a number of other people who have been working in the Duke of Edinburgh scheme for over 30 years. If you are unfamiliar with the Duke of Edinburgh scheme I encourage you to follow this link to find out more and to contact Dan at school.
The Duke himself was present at the awards and we are delighted that Dan has been acknowledged for the years he has spent helping students achieve Bronze, Silver and Gold awards, organising hiking events and doing endless amounts of paperwork. Well done Dan, a fine example of someone who serves others selflessly and diligently.
Principal
Student Representive Council Thank you Lunch
On Wednesday our SRC students were treated to a pizza lunch. Thank you to our our students in the SRC for your time and dedication in your leadership role this year.
Christmas Colouring Competition Winner
The office of Dr Gordon Reid MP, Federal Member for Robertson is pleased to announce that the winner for our 2023 Christmas Colouring in Competition is Gabbie V (1C). age 7, Stage 1 – Green Point Christian College. The image will be used on Dr Reid’s Christmas cards for 2023. Congratulations Gabbie.
Wonder Recycling Program
Congratulations to the Primary school for collecting bread bags earlier this year to support the ‘Wonder Recycling Program’. We have just received some lovely new sport equipment to share in the Primary school .
Well done to all for thinking sustainably.
Uniform
Please remember that it is our expectation for students to continue to adhere to the school uniform policy. Teachers will continue to monitor uniforms and notify parents if their child is not wearing correct uniform.
New Fee Payment System - Please review your contact details
We are in the process of changing over to new fee payment system. In order to set parents up correctly in the new system, we need to ensure that all contact details are up to date and correct.
Action required:
Prior to the end of Term 4, please log into Parent Lounge to review your contact details and make any updates/corrections where necessary.
Student of the Week Awards
Congratulations to the following students:
Koda T; KDL, Cooper D; KK, Isla B; KS, Onyx G; 1C,Bailey P; 1G, Scarlett M; 2G,Vivienne H, Will S ; 2J, Alaska M, Jacob H; 2PS,Bella H, Enzo R; 3B, Jude B; 3D,Annabella C; 3D, Henry H; 4D,George S, Fergus D; 4M, Matthew L, Gabriel R, James G; 4RM,Dylan B; 5L, Jagger B; 5P Danielle H; 6B,Lucy E; 6SH, Bella H; 6SH,Miller P; 6SH, Penny L; 6S
Events this Term
- Thursday 30 November - Year 6 Pearl Beach to Patonga bushwalk
- Thursday 30 November - Primary Erina Fair Christmas Carols
- Sunday 3 December - Green Point Community Carols
- Monday 4 December – Year 6 Graduation and Year 6 Graduation Dinner at Terrigal SLCS
- Tuesday 5 December – Primary Thanksgiving Service
- Wednesday 6 December – Last day of Term 4
Mrs Jane McLarty | Acting Head of Secondary
As 2023 draws to a close I have reflected on another busy year. After the turmoil of the last few years, we have certainly resumed all the 'normal' school activities. We have celebrated our resilient, patient, kind, caring and Godly young men and women at the Year 12 Formal.
Our Year 10 students trained as Peer Support Leaders for the incoming Year 7 2024 cohort, the students served our community with a variety of activities. Next week they will participate in the Cru Adventure Camp, finishing off Year 10 with the Dinner Dance at Mingara next Thursday night.
We are looking forward to giving thanks for 2023 and celebrating the achievements of many students at our Thanksgiving Service on Friday 1 December.
Throughout the past two years, I have been reminded often that the only thing that remained constant, dependable, and unchanging was our Heavenly Father. He was the same yesterday; He is the same today and He will remain the same tomorrow. When everything around us has been uncertain, I am so thankful that this one thing remains. I pray God’s richest blessings over everyone in our school community as we celebrate the birth of Jesus and may the hope that He brings sustain us all into 2024.
Academic Awards and Thanksgiving Assembly
The Academic Awards and Thanksgiving Assembly will be on Friday 1 December 2023 and parents with students in Years 7, 8, 9,10 and 11 are welcome to attend.
Student Uniforms: Award recipients are required to wear formal uniform. Please check skirt-length, socks, footwear, etc are in line with the uniform policy. We will gather award recipients at 8:45am, to do a uniform check and a run through of award etiquette.
Parents and Carers of award recipients will be emailed early next week.
Time: Doors open to parents at 9:10am. Assembly commences at 9:30am
Venue: Multi Purpose Centre (MPC)
Visitor toilets are open in the Canteen area prior to doors opening and during the assembly.
You will find designated seating for parents on arrival.
We look forward to celebrating student achievements with you.
Year 10 Service Day
Thank you to all our Year 10 students that spent the day on Monday 19 November serving our College and local community.
Service Day Activities included:
- Cleaning out the GPCC CAPA Store cupboard
- Christmas Card making for charity of choice
- GPCC Green Team assistance
- GPCC Egan’s Creek clean up
- GPCC Primary School assistance
- YVCS assistance
- GPCC Cooking meals for families
- GPCC Emergency Flipchart Updating
- EV Church assistance
- GPB Church assistance
- Taragal Glen retirement village visit
- Christmas Hamper Drive and Bake sale Fundraiser
Years 9 and 10 MADD Night
CAPA hosted a Music, Art, Drama, and Design night for elective classes to showcase the student work produced this year. Students in Years 9 and 10 performed monologues and musical pieces to a full house of family and friends.
Ordering your 2024 Year 11 Student Textbooks and Stationery resources with Campion Education
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Ordering your 2024 Years 7 – 10 Student Stationery resources with Campion Education
We are pleased to announce our engagement with Campion Education for the provision of purchasing your 2024 Year 11 student Textbooks and Stationery items.
You can also purchase your 2024 Years 7 - 10 Stationery resources with Campion Education as well. If you wish to do all your school Textbook and stationery shopping in the one place online and have it delivered to your home in January ready for Term 1, this will be very convenient for you. Please note this is only an option for your convenience and not a requirement.
To ensure you receive your stationery in time for the start of Term 1, please place your order by Monday 4 December 2023. For orders placed after the due date, the availability of items for Back to School delivery cannot be guaranteed.
Please refer to email sent on Thursday 3 November by Juli Groves with link and details of how to order.
Year 12 2024 students have already ordered via Box of Books.
New Fee Payment System - Please review your contact details
We are in the process of changing over to new fee payment system. In order to set parents up correctly in the new system, we need to ensure that all contact details are up to date and correct.
Action required:
Prior to the end of Term 4, please log into Parent Lounge to review your contact details and make any updates/corrections where necessary.
Mr David Russell
Curriculum Co-ordinator (7-12) | Student Advisor (7-12)
This week’s Careers Newsletter has information about finding an apprenticeship, TAFE opportunities, Central Coast Council job opportunities, and Automotive and Electrical apprenticeships.
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
Return of Uniforms
If you happen to have any of the following clothing items in your possession at home, could you please return them to Mr McSwan ASAP.
- GPCC Athletics/Cross Country singlet
- GPCC Soccer/Futsal/Oztag t-shirt
- GPCC Basketball singlet
- GPCC Netball uniform
- GPCC Swimming Cap
2024 Australian Mountain Bike Interschools Competition
Please see details in the Secondary Sports section below.
Years 7 - 12 Sport Co-ordinator
Hunter Schools MTB
Congratulations to Year 9 boys Daniel VB, Caleb S and Ben S who represented GPCC in the Hunter Schools MTB race in Singleton last Friday. They had an excellent day, finishing 4th out of 14 teams, completing 13 laps of the course in 3:07:35. A great result.
THACCCSA Super 8's Cricket
On Wednesday 22 November two junior cricket teams played in the THACCCSA Super 8’s Cricket Blast School Cup in Maitland. Our Division 1 team won all 4 games played in the rounds and went on to beat Maitland CS in the final to win their division.
Our Division 2 team won 3 games and lost 2 in the rounds to make the 3rd v 4th play off in Division 2. They defeated Australian Christian College Singleton to claim 3rd place.
Well done to all the players and coaches for a great day.
Judo Championships
In September Michael R (Year 8) competed in the Judo Australia Australian Schools Championships in Queensland. He placed 3rd in his division out of 16 schools that were entered for that division. Congratulations Michael.
2024 Australian Mountain Bike Interschools Competition
Save the Date
The Australian MTB Interschools returns to Thredbo in 2024 (4-8 March) for another week of action packed riding, racing and good times with all your school mates from far and wide. Compete as an individual or as a team and pick which events you’d like to compete in. Registrations will sell out so be sure to rally your mates up and descend on Thredbo for the best week of the school year!
Registrations for this event will be going live in November. Details regarding schedule and formats dropping soon.
To stay up to date with all event & entertainment news, please follow us on socials and our newsletter. For more information click on this link.
Please contact Lucinda Shelley, as our school contact if you have any further questions on lucindashelley@icloud.com
GPCC Term 4 Sport Calendar
CIS Secondary Open Girls Cricket Trials: Tuesday-Wednesday 28-29 November
CIS Secondary Open Boys Cricket Trials: Wednesday-Thursday 29-30 November
CC Secondary Wombats Cup Waterpolo Gala Day: Thursday 30 November Peninsula Leisure Centre
Preschool Storytime 2023 - Final Week
The final Storytime for the year is Monday 27 November. We have a Christmas theme.
Library Books
Please have a look at home for any library books to return before the end of the year. Primary borrowing finishes on Friday 24 November. All books should be returned by Friday 1 December. Reminders will be going home this week and in Week 7.
Central Coast Libraries
Over the holidays students may like to visit their public library to borrow books or magazines.
This would be a perfect way to get a head start for the Premier’s Reading Challenge. Students in Years 3-9 in 2024 would simply have to keep a list of the titles and authors of the books they are reading. The online records cannot be accessed until the end of February next year.
Our public libraries also run many fun activities for children.
See Central Coast Libraries website for local library branches.
https://libraries.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/
Green Point Library Digital Resources
Students from Years 5 to 12 may like to become more familiar with our Library digital resources such as Britannica School (Years 3-12), World Book eBooks, (K-12) Wheelers eBooks (Years 5-12). These can be accessed by students from their Student Portal and then our Library Portal.
Students would need to use their school login details.
Science Teacher - Permanent full time https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/science-teacher
HSIE Teacher - Permanent full time https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/hsie-teacher
French Teacher - Permanent part time https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/french-teaching-position
Enrichment Teacher - Permanent part time https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/enrichment-teacher-2
Casual ICT Assistant https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/casual-ict-assistant
Casual Teachers Primary https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/casual-teacher-primary
Casual Teachers Secondary https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/casual-teacher_secondary
Central Coast Chess Championships
Last Friday 256 students from K-12 from numerous schools competed in the Central Coast Chess Championships held in the MPC.
The great news is our Junior School won the Teams event defeating 13 other Primary Schools. Congratulations Mr Gibbins and his team. A magnificent performance.
Some other notable performances included:
8 years Age Champion – Alex K
12 years Age Champion - Archimedes D
12 years 5th place – Zachary L
17/18 years Age Champion – Ashley P
Green Point Community Carols
Click on link to view promotional video: Green Point Community Carols
There are lots of options for a Family dinner: BBQ, Food Trucks, Coffee Van, Icecreams and more.
School Student Travel for 2024
School Opal cards
- All students catching the bus in 2024 will need a School Opal card.
- Under the School Student Transport Scheme (SSTS), eligible students can apply for free or subsided travel between home and school.
- For more information about the SSTS and how to apply for a School Opal Card, visit https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/#/ from a desktop computer, and click 'apply for a school travel pass'.
Bus timetables
Busways is the school bus operator that runs your schools’ bus services. To find your child’s school bus timetable visit the Busways website by using the following steps:
1. Go to busways.com.au/nsw
2. Click on ‘school services’ in the navigation bar and then proceed to ‘school timetables’
3. Enter the school’s name in the field that says ‘enter a school name’
4. Select the school’s name and the timetable should open on your device.
5. If you are unable to find or search for the school’s name, use the drop-down menus on the same web page to find the school.
6. Once the timetable is opened, you will be able to identify which school bus services are available in your area for your child to use.
Australian Childhood Anxiety Treatment Study
The College has reviewed this study. If you and your family want to participate please visit their website for more information.
2024 School Photography Dates
Tuesday 27 February 2024 - Primary School
Tuesday 5 March 2024 - Secondary School
Friday 8 March 2024 - Sibling photos and Absentees
Uniform Shop
2023 Uniform Shop Trading hours
Monday: 8:00am - 10:30am
Wednesday: 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am - 10:30am
Friday: 8:00am - 10:30am
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
Click on link to access: THE MUNCHERY 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
Munch Monitor Account Settings
To assist the staff at the Munchery Canteen in serving your child/ren, if you have a Munch Monitor account you may indicate your preferences for snack money, a daily or weekly limit, and if your child has any allergies.
Please note that The Munchery Staff are under strict instruction to follow these preferences. Please log in to your account and update these settings if required.
Please download document below for more information.
GPCC OSHC Provider - Camp Australia
Out of School Care is available at the College, offered by Camp Australia.
Camp Australia Vacation Care at Green Point Christian College
Camp Australia is inviting GPCC families to utilise the vacation care program 'Rocketeers' that is now located at Green Point Christian College.
Vacation Care program runs:
Thursday 7 December - Friday 22 December
and
Monday 8 January 2024 - Tuesday 30 January 2024
For more information on the program and how to book please click on: Camp Australia Holiday Program at Green Point Christian College
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
Rockstudios CCDance Camp - 22-24 Janury 2024
An Invitation to the Community
A CHRISTMAS GATHERING FOR THOSE IN THE COMMUNITY WHO HAVE LOST LOVED ONES.
The gathering will be a time of meeting together with others who are experiencing bereavement to honour loved ones who are no longer with us. We aim to provide an open door to the community so that all those who are grieving can know that there is a place where their pain will be acknowledged, validated and supported, especially during this Christmas season.
The event will take the form of an informal Christmas gathering and will include music, readings, poetry and a short message of hope. Morning tea is provided.
The gathering is an initiative of Mosaic, a group of people from diverse backgrounds who join together monthly to support one another through bereavement. It is an informal time of listening, learning and sharing our stories with others. All those who are experiencing bereavement are welcome to join the group.
You are not alone.
When: Saturday 2 December 2023
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Where: The Green House @ Coast Community Church, 39 Bundaleer Crescent, Bensville
Cost: This is a free event
More info: Contact Jen 0414 510 784
PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE FOR CATERING PURPOSES
Hammond Care volunteers needed
Hammond Care are in need of volunteers to visit their clients, either in their residential facilities or in the client's own homes all over the Central Coast community. Volunteers give social support to their vulnerable clients who are isolated or need extra social support. The volunteers do this by visiting clients weekly to chat with them, have a cuppa, go for a walk and just provide company that the clients otherwsie would not have. Please contact Claire McMurtrie from Hammond Care at claire.mcmutrie@hammond.com.au
PCYC School Holidays Program
Davistown RSL Netball Club
Davistown RSL Netball club are seeing players. Please download flyer below for more details.
Firewood for Sale
Contact Brian Shaw at the College on 0404 478 341.
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
Services: 9:30am Worship Service, 6:00pm Service
Services continue to be available online each week.
Coming Up this Week
Monday 27 November
Year 10 City Adventure Camp CRU
Tuesday 28 November
Year 10 City Adventure Camp CRU
Wednesday 29 November
Year 10 City Adventure Camp CRU
Thursday 30 November
Years 7 - 11 Water Polo Wombats Cup
Years 3 - 6 Erina Fair Christmas carols
Year 6 Pearl Beach to Patonga bushwalk
Year 10 Dinner Dance
Friday 1 December
Secondary Thanksgiving Assembly
Sunday 3 December
Green Point Community Carols 6pm - 9pm
Dates for your Calendar
Monday 4 December
Year 6 Graduation Service
Year 6 Graduation Dinner at Terrigal Surf Club
Tuesday 5 December
Primary Thanksgiving Service
Wednesday 6 December
Last Day of Term 4
Thursday 7 December
Staff PD Day
Friday 8 December
Last day of term for staff
2024 School Photo Dates
Tuesday 27 February 2024 - Primary School
Tuesday 5 March 2024 - Secondary School
Friday 8 March 2024 - Sibling photos and Absentees
TERM DATES 2023
Monday, 9 October - Wednesday, 6 December
Click on: TERM DATES 2024