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Learner Profile – Collaborative
Here at Green Point Christian College, one of the ways we seek to live out our purpose is through our Learner and Graduate Profile. The Learner Profile is not simply a nice image on the website, it is a document that the staff consider regularly and it helps us shape the work that we undertake here at the College. It represents the core traits and skills that we are seeking to form and nurture into our students.
One of the things that we desire for our students is the skills and character to be collaborative.
Today we live in a deeply individualistic society, our western culture’s dominant narrative is described by the philosopher Charles Taylor as expressive individualism. This idea is now so prevalent in our culture that it is largely assumed, and we rarely consider it overtly. We see evidence of it everywhere, in our public discourse, in the ongoing shaping effects of technology, and on our Tik Tok reels. Individualism has also reached into much of our work and school life, where our concern quickly is about my outcomes and my performance. This tends to drive competition and it weakens social bonds both in our schools and in our society more broadly.
Here at Green Point Christian College, we are seeking to shape our students differently to this. While we uphold that everyone is made in the image of God and therefore precious and unique. We also believe that we are called to use our diversity for the benefit of our community. That we find our best selves in the context of others and in the context of the community in which we live.
In the Bible it speaks about this idea using the metaphor of the body. In 1 Corinthians it speaks of the different parts of the body and the vitality each part has in the context of the whole. In Ephesians 4 it says.
Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.
Because we understand that as humans we work best in this way, here at GPCC we seek to help our students to have the skills they need to be collaborative. Skills such as sharing, active listening, emotional intelligence, adaptability, communication, open mindedness and organisation. These skills support students to be able to collaborate with each other and spur each other on. It help them to understand themselves in the context of a community of others, strengthen their sense of social cohesion and give them a sense of belonging.
Joel van Bentum
Principal
NAPLAN
NAPLAN 2024 will commence next Wednesday 13 March and run through until Friday 22 March (see schedule link).
Please make sure students have HEADPHONES or EAR BUDS for each test.
NAPLAN Schedule can be downloaded below.
Young Leaders Day
Last Monday, our Primary student leaders attended the Young Leaders Day at the International Conference Centre in Darling Harbour.
The keynote speakers were Anastasia Woolmer, Eva Amores, Matt Cosgrove, Stephen O’Keefe, and Bryson Klein.
Each speaker shared their story to the 5,000 student leaders present and spoke of perseverance, persistence, resilience, and conquering fear in order to lead.
The students were encouraged by hearing how each speaker had overcome adversity to reach their goals. It was a fantastic day, and we look forward to seeing how our keen student leaders put the lessons they learned into practice as they serve in their roles at school and throughout their lives.
A big thank you to Miss Batchelder who supervised on the day and Mr Miller for driving.
Mr James Cantor
Students of the Week
Congratulations to the following students:
Noah B; KDL, Lennox H; KK,Stella D; KS, Josie M; 1C,Koda T; 1G, Ted W; 1PS,Clara M; 2J, Sam C; 2G,Vivienne H; 3B, Isla A; 3D,Artley S; 3M, Annabella C; 4H,Flynn M; 4M, Luca Y; 5B,Emily C; 5L, Bella L; 5P,Riley D; 6B, Isaac P; 6SH,Max H; 6S.
Thank you to all our Primary students that cleaned up our College grounds as they took part in Clean Up Australia Day last Friday.
This year STEM students would like to design, create, test and build from PVC Pipes. If you have leftover PVC piping from building or plumbing jobs, GPCC Primary would love to collect these and use to build engineering challenges. Pipes need to be clean . Lengths can be cut down. We also need any connectors Y,T,I, or L shapes to join the lengths of pipes.
Families can bring to school and leave in the STEM room - L11 (the old L1 room) or students may bring to school and leave in the plastic tubs located outside L11.
We would really appreciate the chance to recycle these offcuts. Please email Mrs Reynolds with any inquiries CReynolds@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Future Enrolments at GPCC
We are currently experiencing very high demand for enrolment at GPCC. To assist with our planning, we recommend families apply two years prior to intended start date. If you have a child due to commence Kindergarten or Year 7 in 2026 would you kindly complete an enrolment application via the following link; Enrolment Application | Green Point Christian College (gpcc.nsw.edu.au)
Please note: If your child is currently enrolled in Year 6 at GPCC you are not required to apply for Secondary School. As noted in our Enrolment Policy, if your child will not be continuing at the College in 2025, you are required to give ten weeks’ notice. Kindly advise our Registrar in writing - registrar@gpcc.nsw.edu.au.
Lost Property
A lost property box for Primary has been placed outside Mrs Amanda Rutlidge's (Head of Primary) office which is located in the Kindergarten area.
Finding Nemo Jnr K - 6 Musical
Show Dates
Friday 6 September: Matinee performance
Saturday 7 September: Evening performance
This is a K - 6 musical all students will be involved.
NAPLAN
NAPLAN 2024 will commence next Wednesday 13 March and run through until Friday 22 March (see schedule link).
Some reminders for NAPLAN:-
- MacBook’s need to be shut down BEFORE WEDNESDAY to ensure updates are installed, including the lockdown browser
- Ensure MacBook is fully charged each day
- Make sure students have HEADPHONES or EAR BUDS for each test. If they do not have them, they can purchase a set for $2 from the office
Future Enrolments at GPCC
We are currently experiencing very high demand for enrolment at GPCC. To assist with our planning, we recommend families apply two years prior to intended start date. If you have a child due to commence Kindergarten or Year 7 in 2026 would you kindly complete an enrolment application via the following link; Enrolment Application | Green Point Christian College (gpcc.nsw.edu.au)
Please note: If your child is currently enrolled in Year 6 at GPCC you are not required to apply for Secondary School. As noted in our Enrolment Policy, if your child will not be continuing at the College in 2025, you are required to give ten weeks’ notice. Kindly advise our Registrar in writing - registrar@gpcc.nsw.edu.au.
Careers Newsletter
Years 10 - 12 Students and Parents will receive the Careers Newsletter directly from our Careeers Advisor - David Russell. All other students and parents can access the weekly Careers Newsletter on our website.
Mr Stuart McSwan | K - 6 Sport Co-ordinator
GPCC Swimming Carnival Age Champions and Place Getters
Congratulations to the students below for an outstanding effort at our GPCC Primary Swimming Carnival
Age Champions Primary Swimming Carnival 2024
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1st Place |
2nd Place |
3rd Place |
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GIRLS |
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8yrs Girls |
Cleo M |
Emily H |
Zahli F |
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9yrs Girls |
Emily R |
Samantha D Ellanora M |
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10yrs Girls |
Taya K |
Chloe L |
Maisie B |
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11yrs Girls |
Emily C |
Lucy G |
Madelyn G |
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12yrs Girls |
Evie N |
Piper L |
Willow Ha. Willow H |
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BOYS |
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8yrs Boys |
Liam C |
Oscar G |
Brooklyn M |
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9yrs Boys |
Archer H |
Moses P |
Jackson R |
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10yrs Boys |
Kyle M |
Bram N |
Jake B |
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11yrs Boys |
Ryan Y |
Matthew D |
Michael H-Y |
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12yrs Boys |
Lachlan P |
Andrew S |
Orlando G |
Winning House: Taloa Warriors
Interschool Mountain Bike Competition
Congrautulations to Ryan Y (Year 5) and Joel Y (Year 3) competed in the Boost Australia Interschool Mountain Biking Competition which saw over 1200 kids from 300 schools at Thredbo Mountain Bike Park. Both Ryan and Joel competed in multiple events including the Oakley cannonball downhill, Norco All Mountain and the Fox Flow Motion Cup. It was a great event and they were proud to represent Green Point.
NSW Schools Mountain Bike Championship
For parents interested in registering and travelling with your child to the NSW School Mountain Bike Championship in Glenrock on Thursday 21 March, please follow the link below for more information and instructions on how to register: https://my.raceresult.com/274265/
Avoca Beach U6 Junior Rugby (GPCC)
Dear Kindy Parents
We have an exciting opportunity to pilot an Avoca Beach Junior Rugby U6 team, playing under the umbrella of GPCC. If you and your child would like to build some great, lasting relationships in the 2024 kindy year, this is a great way to do it.
The idea is to get around 10 boys and girls to form a team to compete in the local junior rugby competition on Saturday mornings. If we get the numbers, we intend to train straight after school on the GPCC oval on a Wednesday until 4pm.
Our coach will be Mitchell Ryan in Year 9. Mitch has played representative rugby for the Central Coast for the past three years and was chosen in the U14 NSW Country Team in 2023. Mitch will be supported by coaches from the Avoca Beach Club (and his dad, Dave).
The Avoca Beach Junior Rugby Club is a really inclusive, fun and active club that supports kids through their junior sporting careers. The kids and parents also get to form great friendships that carry on into later years.
If you have a child that was born in 2018 and you would like to join an awesome footy club, please register your interest through the below link and the club will be in touch. EOI Schools Program 2024
Expressions of interest for CSSA and HZSA Duathlon/Triathlon
This is an event for those in Years 3-6. Please see the information below. It is important to note that this is different from the biathlon event which has been run in previous years and includes a cycle leg. Parents will be required to coordinate a team of students to participate in their age group prior to contacting Mr McSwan.
Parents will also be required to transport their child and gear (bike) to and from the event.
Please let Mr McSwan know via email smcswan@gpcc.nsw.edu.au if you would like to enter a team, which event they will be competing in and which leg each competitor will be completing by Friday 22 March.
Dates for your Calendar
School Carnivals
TERM 1
Thursday 14 March - GPCC Yrs 2-6 Cross Country Carnival (GPCC grounds)
TERM 2
Friday 3 May - GPCC Yrs 2-6 Athletics Carnival (Mingara)
TERM 3
Wednesday 21 August - GPCC Yrs K-2 Athletics Carnival (GPCC grounds)
TERM 4
Friday 25 October - GPCC Yrs K-2 Swimming Carnival (Peninsula Leisure Centre)
Representative Carnivals
TERM 1
Wednesday 27 March - CIS Primary Swimming Championships (Homebush)
TERM 2
Friday 31 May - CSSA Primary and Secondary State Cross Country Carnival (Sydney Equestrian Centre)
Thursday 6 June - CIS Primary and Secondary Cross Country
TERM 3
Tuesday 6 August - THACCCSA Zone Primary Athletics Carnival (Glendale)
Friday 23 August - CSSA Primary State Athletics Carnival (Blacktown)
Friday 6 September - CIS Primary Athletics Carnival
GPCC Sport Teams
We are looking forward to sending our teams to a number of Gala Days and competitions in Primary this year.
Students will have a chance to trial for certain school teams over the coming terms and will need to keep a close eye on the notices and listen out for Assembly announcements for when trials will be held.
The protocol for team selection is as follows:
- Teams have at least 2-3 trials before final selection.
- Unfortunately, it is simply not possible for all children who trial to be included in final teams. It is not uncommon for 60 students to trial for a team that only has 10 spots available.
- Once teams have been chosen, they will aim to have at least one training session each week before a competition.
Individual Sport Trials for Primary CSSA and CIS Teams (NOT GPCC teams)
These trials are not for GPCC school teams that we trial for here at school to play at certain gala days throughout the year (as mentioned above). The CSSA or CIS trials are usually held in Sydney and students will be trialling against students from either other Christian Schools (CSSA) or other Independent Schools (CIS) and are usually recommended for those students that compete at a representative level.
Please email Mr McSwan before these Nomination 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): Parents are required to transport students to and from these trials.
CSSA and CIS Sport trial dates: Please note these are not for GPCC school teams.
Term 1
Monday 25 March - CIS Primary Girls Soccer Trials (select students)- Nominations close Monday 18 March
Monday 8 April - CSSA Primary Girls Netball trials (select students)- Nominations close Monday 25 March
Monday 8 April - CIS Primary Boys AFL Trials (select students)- Nominations close Monday 25 March
When: Thursday 14 March
Time: 8:30am-2:00pm
Venue: Mingara Athletics Centre, Tumbi Umbi
What to wear: Students are to wear house colours, remember hats and drink bottles.
Volunteering: Parents are invited to volunteer as an official for the carnival.
Please contact Mr Christopher Harris if you can help – charris@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
THACCCSA Zone Secondary Swimming Carnival
On Wednesday 6 March , 38 swimmers from GPCC went to the annual THACCCSA Swimming carnival at Woy Woy Leisure centre. We dominated the carnival with many wins, PB’s and records, and ended up winning the points score by more that 300 points. Congratulations to all our swimmers, the age champions and new record holders below:
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THACCCSA AGE CHAMPIONS |
1st |
2nd |
3rd |
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12 Years Girls |
Sophie C |
Sophia P Allegra N |
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12 Years Boys |
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13 Years Girls |
Alexandra H |
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13 Years Boys |
Reef M |
Levi S |
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14 Years Girls |
Isabelle R |
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14 Years Boys |
Jason P |
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15 Years Girls |
Ciara W |
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15 Years Boys |
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16 Years Girls |
Felicity R |
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16 Years Boys |
Tyson S |
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17 Years Girls |
Olivia E |
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17 Years Boys |
Caleb N |
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18-21 Years Girls |
Sienna P |
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18-21 Years Boys |
Zachary S |
Owen P |
New THACCCSA Records:
Alexandra H
13 Girls 50m Butterfly 31.48s
13 Girls 100m Freestyle 1:04.56
Sienna P
18 Girls 50m Breaststroke 41.58.
Felicity R
16 Girls 50m Freestyle 27.78s
16 Girls 50m Butterfly 29.82s
16 Girls 50m Breaststroke 37.68s
16 Girls 100m Freestyle 1:02.40
Zachary S
18 Boys 50m Butterfly 29.55s
18 Boys 50m Backstroke 33.34s
New Relay Records:
Senior Girls, Intermediate Boys and Junior Boys 4x50m Freestyle Relays
Intermediate Boys Medley Relay
Girls 6x50m Super Relay
GPCC Sport Calendar 2024
Term One
THACCCSA Zone Swimming Carnival: Wednesday 6 March Peninsula Leisure Centre
THACCCSA Touch Football Gala Day: Monday 11March Wallsend Touch Ovals
GPCC Secondary Athletics Carnival: Thursday 14 March Mingara
CIS Secondary Open Boys & Girls Football Trials: Friday 15 March Bernie Mullane
NSW School Mountain Bike Championships Thursday – Friday 21 & 22 March
CSSA State Secondary Swimming Championships: Tuesday 26 March Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre
NSWAS Secondary U15&U Girls Netball Trials: Paper Nominations close: Thursday 28 March - Netball players to attend the All Schools Trials CIS Member Schools only
CSSA + HZSA Secondary Schools Triathlon: Thursday 4 April International Regatta Centre Penrith
CSSA Secondary State Touch Football Gala Day and Trials for CIS: Friday 5 April - Penrith Touch Fields
SASSA/CSSA Secondary 16&U Boys Rugby Union Trials: Wednesday 10 April
CSSA Calendar
Download CSSA CALENDAR 2024
Mrs Nicole van Wyk and Mrs Judi Hurst | Teacher Librarian
Makerspace - Kaleidoscopes
Primary students made Kaleidoscopes in the library this week. The designs were simple and effective, it is always fun to create something with the students. We have a few photos of our creations.
Premiers Reading Challenge
The PRC aims to promote a love of reading, exposure to quality literature and provide a challenge for students to read more widely. The Challenge is open to students K-10.
Challenge opens: 26 February
Challenge closes: 23 August
K-2 Students will complete their reading during library lessons.
Years 3-10 students will need to read in their own time, however the library will provide log in details and support. We recommend updating student reading logs regularly.
Notes with log in details will be coming home with students K-7. Students in Years 8-10 can ask for log in details from Mrs van Wyk.
If you have further questions, please email Mrs Hurst or Mrs van Wyk:
nvanwyk@gpcc.nsw.edu.au Judi.hurst@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Storytime 2024
Preschool storytime - Please register your interest with Nicole van Wyk: nvanwyk@gpcc.nsw.edu. Please download flyer below for more information.
HSIE Teaching Position (Part time) https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/hsie-teacher
Casual Admin Assistant https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/casual-admin-assistant
Student Enrichment Officer - Part time or Full time (immediate start) https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/student-enrichment-officer-2
https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/casual-teacher-primary
https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/casual-teacher_secondary
Prayer at the Pole Invitation
On Friday 22 March, the Year 12 Prefects will be hosting a ‘Prayer at the Pole’ event. Parents, students, teachers and members of the GPCC community are all invited to join us on our outdoor Sports Court, located on the oval from 8:00 am to 8:30am to pray together for our community and our nation.
This is a wonderful opportunity to gather and praise our God and to spread love to our community through prayer. Hope to see you there!
Sunday Moore
on behalf of Green Point Christian College Prefects
Staff Member of the Week
this week our staff member of the week was awarded to Hayley Hogger.
Hayley deserves recognition for her tireless work as Finance Leader, above and beyond doesn't seem to cut it. She goes about her day gracefully and positive which sets a great tone for the team. She is a diligent worker, problem solver and has held the GPCC finance team together while we navigate a list of challenges and implementing a great triage response system. Her communication is always open and she has time for everyone's calls or questions, often getting sidetracked working out a solution for someone instead of moving forward with normal tasks.
Music Tutoring and Band
The GPCC music tutoring and band program is back in full swing for Term 1 2024. If you are interested in learning an instrument or joining a band find more information at this link: Music Tuition | Green Point Christian College
NAPLAN 2024 Parent and Carer Information
Each year the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is undertaken by students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. Students will participate in tests for writing, reading, conventions of language (spelling, grammar, and punctuation) and numeracy.
NAPLAN 2024 will take place from Wednesday 13 March to Monday 25 March. The schedule of testing will be sent at the beginning of March. Secondary students please note that the Secondary Athletics Carnival is on Thursday 14 March.
NAPLAN is just one part of our school learning assessment program. The tests assess literacy and numeracy skills your child is already learning at school.
In preparation for NAPLAN, our school will undertake activities to help students become familiar with the format and functionality of the online tests. These activities are not an assessment of student ability and will not be marked. Excessive preparation for NAPLAN is not required nor recommended.
The public demonstration site https://www.nap.edu.au/online-assessment/public-demonstration-site is available to see the types of questions, tools and functions used in the NAPLAN tests.
Further information about NAPLAN is available on the NESA website (https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/k-10/understanding-the-curriculum/naplan/parent-information).
If you have any questions about NAPLAN, please contact your child’s teacher, Year Advisor or the Deputy Principal, Mrs Jane McLarty, jmclarty@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Uniform Shop
2024 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 children, 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.
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
Terrigal Mobile Blood Donor Centre
Wednesday 20 March 12.30 to 6.45 pm
Thursday 21 March 12.30 to 6.45 pm
Friday 22 March 8.00 am to 2.15 pm
Saturday 23 March 8.00 am to 2.15 pm
f you’re a donor, or any of your community are, don’t forget to book in beforehand online or on 13 14 95. Remember, get in early to get the best time.
Location: Rotary Park, 214 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal
Term 1 Peninsula Youth Services
Barnstoneworth United Football Club
We are looking for a few extra players for our new Women’s All Age team. We already have 25 registered female players, age range 18 – 58 with various levels of experience from complete beginners onwards. For more information contact: info@barnstoneworthcc.com
Firewood for Sale
Contact Brian Shaw at the College on 0404 478 341.
If you would like to place an community advertisement in the Green Point Community Notices, please email details to our Messenger Editor, Justine Collins at newsletter@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
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 11 March
THACCCSA Touch Football Gala Day
Coast Shelter Service opportunity - Years 10 and 11
Tuesday 12 March
Student Learning Interviews (Years 7, 11, 12)
Wednesday 13 March
NAPLAN (13 March - 25 March)
Thursday 14 March
GPCC Secondary Athletics Carnival at Mingara
Primary Cross Country Carnival at GPCC (Years 2 - 6)
Friday 15 March
CIS Secondary Open Boys & Girls Football Trials
Dates for Your Calendar
Monday 18 March
NAPLAN (13 March - 25 March)
Tuesday 19 March
Year 9 Poetry in Action Incursion
Wednesday 20 March
Year 11 Veta Morphis Excursion
Thursday 21 March
NSW School Mountain Bike Championships
Primary - Big Vegie Crunch
Friday 22 March
Prayer at the Pole (Sports Court)
TERM 1 DATES 2024
Friday, 29 March - Good Friday (public holiday)
Monday, 1 April - Easter Monday (public holiday)
Friday 12 April - Last Day of Term 1
TERM 2 DATES
Monday 29 April - Students commence Term 2
Monday 10 June - King's Birthday Public Holiday
Frday 5 July - Last day of Term 2
TERM 3 DATES
Monday 29 July - Students commence Term 3
Friday 27 September - Last day of Term 3
TERM 4 DATES
Monday 14 October - Students commence Term 4
Wednesday 11 December - Last day of Term 4
