Our mission is firstly to see students formed into people who reflect that they are made in the image of God and for His purpose. Our Graduate Profile captures the vital elements of what this looks like.

Godly in Character: through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, students can live a life of faith, being transformed by that relationship into the people God intended. Character qualities need to be grounded in something external to the person to make a difference and the Christian Scriptures set out what a Godly person looks like.

Collaborative: As we are designed for relationship, it is important that we help students develop this aspect of their person. Individuals and the group flourish when we work together.

Life-Long Learner: Learning is for life, so we need to equip students with the skills and the desire to keep learning long after they finish school. The created world is full of wonder and begs for exploration and understanding so there is no shortage of material for learning about the world, about ourselves and others.

Creative and Critical Thinker: Being rational as well as emotional beings, we are given responsibility by the Great Creator to develop our thinking capacity. Being made in the Creator’s image means we are naturally creative. These latent abilities need nurturing in growing children. Charged from the foundation of the world to be its caretakers, requires both critical thinking and creativity to undertake this responsibility well.

Socially Engaged: As we serve others, we are blessed ourselves and service to others is part of the redemptive action we need in a broken world. The Scripture says, "It is more blessed to give than to receive" and this is a truth we want to pass on to our students.

Our mission also involves you, the parents. As we seek to support you, we create a stronger environment in which our students can grow and flourish. The partnership we share together in equipping your children, can be a very effective one if we show respect and grace towards each other. Our work as a school also involves supporting our teachers to grow in their skill so that students might benefit. We are committed to seeing this happen through on-going professional learning for teachers and support staff.

May 2021 be a year of real progress as we work together for this common purpose.

Phillip Nash

Principal

Mrs Nicole Smith | Head of Primary

We have had a wet but successful start to the school year. 43 new students across Years 1 - 6 and 60 Kindergarten students joining our College for the first time. I have watched as our students have welcomed new students and reunited after a long holiday break. It is so wonderful to see community in action as our students reconnect after the summer break.

With our swimming carnival drawing closer and lots of representative sports starting up for the year it is so important that we remember these key areas that demonstrate good sportsmanship.

• Act courteously and treat others with kindness.
• Don’t lose your cool even when things don’t go your way.
• Be a team player and help other have opportunities to succeed.
• Encourage your teammates.
• Acknowledge and applaud good plays, even when it’s your opponent that makes them.
• Listen to and follow the directions of the coach.
• Respect the officials – they are there to help and guide us.

Welcome to all our new students and their families

New Entrance and Kiss and Drop (K - 2)

We are delighted to announce the opening on Monday 1 February of our new entrance and exit and the Kiss and Drop Zone for K-2.
 
Please see follow this link for the procedures and watch this drive through video: 

Video Link: Kiss & Drop 3

 Note the following:

1. Older siblings (Years 3 -12) should now wait with K-2 students at Kiss and Drop Zone 3;
2. It is preferable that you use the new Kiss and Drop Zone 3 rather than park and collect your child;
3. If you do come to collect your child and they are not there, we will be able to locate them so just wait at the bottom of the hill and speak to the teacher on duty;
4. Older siblings who take younger students to the bus will still need to collect them from the bottom of the hill as they do now.

Please read the material carefully and be patient as we all get used to the new procedures.

 Primary Swimming Carnival – Friday 5 February 2021 at Mingara

Our Years 3 - 6 Swimming Carnival is on Friday and I look forward to seeing many students as they compete in races.

Please ensure that you have logged into your Parent Lounge to acknowledge your child's attendance, transport details and swimming ability. 

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mr Nathan Lambert for all of the work he has put into organising what I believe will be a fantastic day of community and celebration at the pool.

• Please ensure that your child has their name marked off when they arrive at the pool and then when they leave.
• Our swimming carnival is part of our school day. If any children need to leave early, they must have their name marked off and this will be counted as a partial absence.
• Parents are unable to remain at the venue unless they are assisting in the running of the carnival. If you are able to do this please email Mr Lambert.

 Meet the Teacher Night – Tuesday  2 February 2021

This year there is two sessions for Meet the Teacher Night. Classes will meet all together as a grade and teachers will take time to explain the routines and expectations of the year ahead. This is also an important time for you to connect with other parents in your child’s class and build community in a COVID safe way.  

Please note this is not a time for parent interviews as these will be held later in the term.

1 parent/carer per family and please wear a mask

The following locations will be set up for parents from each grade.

5:30pm session

Kindergarten – Library

Year 1 – Staff Common room

Year 2  - CAPA Theatre ( behind the MPC)

6:30pm session

Year 3 - Staff Common Room

Year 4 - Year 4 rooms

Year 5 - Library

Year 6 - CAPA Theatre (behind the MPC)

New start time Primary school day begins @ 8:45am

At the conclusion of 2020 it was decided to change the start time for Primary school to be more in line with the Secondary School. This change of time will mean the school day for both Primary and Secondary will begin at 8:45am. This will also allow for a 15 minute exercise and Crunch and Sip time during the day to increase the physical activity for our students during the day.

COVID Restrictions

Last week the Principal emailed out the most recent COVID restrictions for schools. Please ensure you read carefully the different information about this throughout the year. Some points pertinent to Primary include:

• Students suffering any symptoms such as "fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, loss of taste, loss of smell" should be COVID tested and may not return to school until the school has sighted the negative test result.
• Parents are still not permitted on site unless visiting the Uniform Shop or the office. Social distancing must be maintained while dropping off or picking up students each day.
• Parents or adult volunteers helping with essential school activities such as religious activities, specialist support or services and essential curriculum activities may enter the school property after signing in at the College office.

Mr Peter McLellan | Head of Secondary

We had a smooth start to the year in Secondary School. It is certainly good to see all the students back and to welcome our new students. We are able to have assemblies which is a blessing to be together as a large community. Our theme this year is that we are together in this community and we are better for that. Together we help each other develop the characteristics of the Graduate Profile. Together our goal is to help others to develop to their best.

I would like to highlight a number of things to remember this year.

The Messenger is one of our primary methods of getting information out to parents. Please read it to keep up with all the happenings that occur during the year. It can be accessed from our webpage.

The Parent Lounge - Please be an active user of the Parent Lounge. It will help you keep on top of what is happening in your child’s day to day life at Green Point Christian College.

Year Advisors are usually the group of people you need to contact if your child is experiencing problems at the College. These dedicated teachers are: Year 7 – Mrs Kerrie Rochford, Year 8 – Mr Jon Oppel, Year 9 – Mr Chris Haines, Year 10 - Mr James Wright, Year 11 - Mr Matthew Newell, and Year 12 – Mr Chris Lewis.

Detentions must be attended by a student who has stepped outside the boundaries of the College and we need parents' support in their implementation. They are not given out without careful consideration and the desire to influence change in a student.

Uniform Policy must be adhered to during the year. Students are expected to be dressed correctly when they come to school wearing correct uniform in an appropriate manner. Girls' skirts are to meet the Uniform Policy in length. A student may only wear the sports uniform on a day they have practical PDHPE or PASS. Please note that shoes do not include boots of any kind. They must be shoes that generally do not cover the ankles.

Please note that girls' hair is to be tied back in Years 7 - 10 and boys’ hair if long needs to be tied back in Years 7 - 12.  This applies for the whole school day.

Years 11 and 12 Parent/Teacher Night – will be held Tuesday, 2 March 2021 for Years 11 and 12 (depending on COVID restrictions).

Year 7 Meet the Teacher and Faculty Night – will be held on Tuesday, 9 March 2021 in the MPC (depending on COVID restrictions). .

Class Placements - As the year begins many students will be changed in their classes. This is done with consideration of their performance and ability as well as other factors. We try to the best of our abilities to place students in classes that will enable them to achieve their best. We have limited capacity to move students at the start of the year. Classes are reviewed throughout the course of the year. 

Attendance - Period 1 commences at 8:45am and students need to be in class on time. They must sign in at the student window located at the back of the Admininstration building if they arrive late, but this should be an exception. If a student needs to leave the College for any reason, they must have parental written permission and sign out at the student window. 

 

Year 7 Camp

Notes should be returned to Mrs Rochford, Year 7 Advisor asap.

The Camp is on Wednesday 10 February to Friday 12 February 2021. The buses will be leaving school at 7:45am, students should meet at the MPC NO LATER THAN 7:30am. Please check your emails for more information closer to the date.

New Directions 

We have made some changes in the direction of the development of the spiritual growth of our student body. Our goal is to improve the relevance between our core Christian beliefs and their teaching while giving students a real connection of what they mean in day to day living. We have therefore revamped our Chapel and Devotion program. 

We have renamed Chapel time as Life.  Our program and delivery will vary from week to week but will focus on how to do Life with Christ. In conjunction with this change we have renamed Devotions to Equip groups.  The goal is to connect into doing life practically in union with the Life program at the different Year levels.   

We are extremely excited by this change and look forward to the continual development of this program. I must highlight that core to this program, is developing a student’s understanding of God and how that needs to influence every part of their lives.  It will also closely tie into our Mission and Service Program.  

This week’s Careers Newsletter has information for those interested in studying Music production and also information about the Government Careers website called “Your Career”.

For more details, please see this week's Careers Newsletter or visit the "Student Careers" section on the GPCC College website.

Mr David Russell

Curriculum Co-ordinator (7-12) | Student Advisor (7-12)

Nathan Lambert  |  K-12 Sport Co-ordinator

Primary Swimming Carnival

Our Primary Swimming Carnival will be held on Friday 5 February at Mingara Swimming Pool for students from Years 2 - 6. It will be a great day for our students to be back in the pool, competing for their houses.

Due to the current restrictions, parents will be unable to attend the carnival. They will only be able to drop off and pick students up from the pool if their child is unable to catch the bus.

However, parents who are allocated a job at the carnival may attend (there will be a limit on numbers). If there are any parents able to assist in lifeguard duties for 25m races, timekeeping or ribbons, please email Mr Lambert.

The League

Last year, a number of students in both the Primary and Secondary competed in a big competition called “The League”. It was wonderful to see the competition unfold over the term and the quality of skill that the students displayed. The talent in the games of soccer and basketball was phenomenal.

The competition will begin again this year, with a number of new sports introduced. In Primary and Secondary, we will be introducing the following sports throughout the year: Netball, Oz Tag, Soccer, Basketball and Cricket 

In the coming weeks, students will have the opportunity to create their teams again and sign up for their chosen sport.

GPCC Sport Teams

With sport events resuming in 2021, we are looking forward to sending our teams to a number of Gala Days and competitions in both Primary and Secondary.

Students will have a chance to trial for these school teams over the coming terms and will need to keep a close eye on the notices on when trials are held.

The protocol for team selection is as follows:

• Students register their interest in signing up, listing:
• Playing experience, including years played
• Preferable positions played
• Rep experience
• Teams have at least 3 trials before final selection
• Once teams have been chosen, they will aim to have a number of weeks of training before a competition

Individual Sport Trials for Primary and Secondary 

Please email Mr Lambert before these dates if your child would like to be considered. They need to be currently playing in the sport and have several years experience (preferably at a Representative level):

CSSA Sport Nominations closing dates:

• 3 February:     CSSA Primary Boys and Girls Basketball trials
• 5 February:     CSSA Secondary Boys and Girls Tennis trials
• 10 February:   CSSA Primary Boys and Girls Tennis Trials
• 11 February:   CSSA Secondary Boys and Girls Hockey trials
• 26 February:   CSSA Primary Boys Soccer trials

CIS Sport Nominations closing dates: 

The closing date for nominations for the following Sports are listed below :

• 3 February:     17 & Under Girls Water Polo and 16 & Under Boys Cricket
• 5 February:     Secondary Open Girls Cricket and 17 & Under Boys Softball
• 8 February:     Secondary Open Boys Cricket
• 9 February:     Secondary Boys Baseball
• 12 February:   Primary Boys and Girls Basketball

Dates for your Calendar

PRIMARY

School Carnivals

Friday 5 February                               GPCC Yrs 2-6 Swimming Carnival (Mingara)

Friday 12 March                                 GPCC K-2 Swimming Carnival (Peninsula Leisure Centre)

TBC                                                      GPCC Primary Cross Country Carnival (Hylton Moore)

Friday 23 April                                    GPCC Infants and Primary Athletics Carnival (Mingara)

SECONDARY

School Carnivals

Friday 26 February                             Secondary School Swimming Carnival (Mingara)

TBC                                                      GPCC Secondary Cross Country Carnival (Hylton Moore)

Thursday 18 March                            Secondary School Athletics Carnival (Mingara)

For all 2021 Primary and Secondary Sporting Dates please click on the link below: 

2021_Primary and Secondary Sporting Dates

New Staff Members

We welcome Mr Chad Sneyd and Mrs Michelle Mitchell to GPCC. We asked them a few questions to get to know them. 

What area of the College will you be teaching in (Primary or Secondary, what subject/Year group)?

Mr Sneyd: Primary Year 6

Mrs Mitchell: I will be teaching Secondary Japanese - Year 10.

What do you like to do on weekends?

Mr Sneyd: On weekends I enjoy playing Rugby Union and spending time outdoors.

Mrs Mitchell: I just love hanging out with my family on the weekends which can look different every week.

What do you love about teaching?

Mr Sneyd: I love seeing the progression children make in their education as they continue to grow throughout the year. 

Mrs Mitchell: My favourite thing about teaching is the crazy things I learn along the way.

Private Music Tuition

Please access the Private Music Tuition Brochure for 2021 by clicking on this link:  Private Music Tuition Enrolment Form

New Band Director in 2021

We advise that after a number of years of service to the College community JP Fleury has submitted his resignation as Band Director at GPCC. In saying farewell we acknowledge JP for his many years of service and thank him for his dedication to the College and our students as Band Director and Music Tutor. We wish him well in his new ventures. Many students have benefited from JP’s expertise and passion for music and he will be missed!

The Band Program is an important part of the College’s activities and so we have moved quickly to find another suitable Band Director. Consequently, we are pleased to advise that we have been fortunate to secure the services of Mr Brendan Berlach to take over from JP. Some families will remember Brendan when he served as a Saxophone, Clarinet and Flute teacher at the College a number of years ago. Brendan has worked in a similar capacity in a number of schools in Sydney and brings significant experience to our Band program. We will provide a more comprehensive introduction next week and also introduce some exciting developments in the band program’s operation.

There is no time like the present to commence learning an instrument!

GPCC Netball Club 

Dear Parents/Carers 

It is with great regret that we announce that there will be no netball teams entered into the Gosford Netball competition this year. We have tried for three months to unsuccessfully recruit a Secretary for our club. We understand the busyness of people, and sadly our club is a casualty of this.

We are hopeful of returning for next year, but we will need to have a full committee of parents to ensure this can happen. Keep your eyes out for our call to service in September.  

We wish everyone the best for this coming netball season and trust you will find a club that best suits you and your childs needs.

 With sadness and regret

Raema Nash

President, GPCC Netball Club

A Heart of Gratitude - note from a parent

As the school year begins, I just wanted to send a big thank you to all the staff and teachers who so faithfully serve our children and provide such a beautiful environment for them to learn. My daughter wrote this note in Kindergarten, she is today starting Secondary School at GPCC and was excited for her first day. Our family is praying that God's kingdom come and His perfect will, be done at GPCC this year. We are so grateful for all that you do.

Uniform Shop

Normal Operating Times

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday during the School Term:

8:30am - 11:00am

(Closed Wednesdays)

Afternoons by appointment only.

Contact (02) 4367 9954

gpcc@alinta.com.au

Munchery News

The Munchery is open for business every day from 8:00am – 2:00pm and accept lunch orders from students and staff across the counter and also electronically.  A comprehensive, healthy selection of food is available for Recess and Lunch. The Munchery have been approved to operate following the COVID-19 restrictions. 

Lunch orders can be placed online each morning prior to 8:30am.

The Munchery have partnered with Munch Monitor (www.munchmonitor.com) to provide an online ordering and payment system. Parents access this system by browsing the Munch Monitor site at https://www.munchmonitor.com 

Username: greenpoint        Password: munch2251

Book at EXTEND for 2021 (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/children (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 Trader

Tutoring by Cody Battle (ex School Captain 2020)

Top Score Tutoring is a locally based tutoring service run by graduate Cody Battle that specialises in achieving the top score for your child. The subjects available include Year 7-10 English, Maths and Science, as well as Year 11-12 Biology, Chemistry and Advanced, Extension 1 and 2 Maths. Click on link for more details.

https://www.facebook.com/Top-Score-Tutoring-103447685069212/

Secondary School Tutoring

Luke Moody will be once again offering High School tutoring. Luke will be studying Secondary Education in 2021 and this will be his 3rd year as a high school tutor, offering tutoring in a number of subjects including 7-10 English and Maths, as well as Year 11-12 Standard English, Music (Aural), Modern History and Studies of Religion. Please contact Luke for more information via email lukejohnathonmoody@gmail.com or 0435 267 384.

Year 7-10 Secondary Uniform Items For Sale

Yr 7-10 secondary uniform items for sale: Boys - white shirts size 14 and 16 - $15 ea , red ties x2 - $10 ea,  Girls - white blouse with red piping size 14 - $15 ea

 Unisex items - sports cap OSFM $10 , bucket hat size M $10, 

PE tracksuit jacket size M $35

Call or text Katrina 0439 492 637 

Coast Shelter Restaurant

Green Point Baptist Church

Sunday Worship Services at GPBC

New sermon series commencing 31 January 2021 - “Testament”

Bookings open for the 9:30am service from 3:00pm Sunday 24 January. Book with this link: https://www.trybooking.com/BNWAG

We also have a 6:00pm service geared up for our youth and young adults - no need to book in for 6:00pm.No need to book for the 6:00pm service.

Coming up this week

Tuesday, 2 February

Years 11 and 12 SLR prac unit to Kincumber Swim Centre

Primary Meet the Teacher Night 

Friday, 5 February 

Primary Swimming Carnival (Years 2 - 6) at Mingara Aquatic Centre

Dates for Your Diary 

Monday, 8 February

Term 1, 2021

Wednesday, 27 January 2021 for Years 1 - 7, 11 and 12 

Thursday, 28 January 2021 for Kindergarten and Years 8 - 10

to Thursday, 1 April

Term 2, 2021

Tuesday, 20 April 2021 to Friday, 25 June 2021

Term 3, 2021

Monday, 19 July 2021 to Friday, 17 September 2021

Term 4, 2021

Wednesday, 6 October 2021 to Wednesday, 8 December 2021