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Changes are being made to the Australian curriculum and I am sure you have been aware of the variety of responses in the media to the proposed revisions. These have ranged from very affirming to very critical, so how do we as a school respond?
The curriculum of a school is a difficult thing to decide. There are many competing ideas and perspectives that are possible to include. What we teach our children in school is shaping them as adults and helping to form their worldviews. It is a huge responsibility to determine what should and should not be taught to the next generation.
Sometimes, when a curriculum is being revised, there is an underlying assumption from some that what we currently have must be OK, so why change it? Some people will oppose change for its own sake. Others, who have issues with the current curriculum and want change may approve or not of the proposed changes, but they want something different. The Australian Curriculum and Reporting Authority (ACARA), who are responsible for the Australian curriculum, must navigate these challenges.
One of the current criticisms of the proposed changes is the heavy emphasis on Australian First Nations history and culture now included in the History and Civics component of the new K-10 curriculum. To include much more of Australian indigenous history is to exclude much of what is currently being taught. Criticisms are coming from a couple of angles: firstly, that there is too much First Nations material included and there will be insufficient time to teach it properly, and secondly, that its inclusion has led to the removal of much of the story of Western civilisation and culture which has been so influential in Australia’s development since 1788 and which is necessary to provide an understanding of modern Australia.
Dr David Hastie in an article on the ABC’s Religion and Ethics site, fully supports a greater emphasis on First Nations history but thinks it needs balancing out against the wider understanding of Western culture’s role in Australia’s development and in an understanding of much of the contemporary world in which we live. I would agree with his view.
He also points out the significant absence of references to the role Christianity has played in the development of Western culture and in fact the role it has played in the history of modern Australia. In spite of the fact that our society is becoming increasingly secular, good historians cannot (and should not) fail to acknowledge and reference the part Christianity has played in the development of the world since the time of Christ.
As a Christian school we would not want to see a new curriculum unbalanced in this way, while at the same time we want to see a balanced approach to the good and the bad of past practices by all people, including those who called themselves Christian. Much wisdom is needed by those who make the final decision on what to change in the curriculum, we pray for that wisdom for them.
Phillip Nash
Principal
Mrs Nicole Smith | Head of Primary
Reading Night - Parent Workshop – 9 June 2021 6:00pm in our Staff Common Room
CHILD CARE NOW AVAILABLE
Parent Workshop run by literacy consultant Renea Watkins from the Association of Independent Schools (AIS). This informative night will walk you through the research behind the explicit method of Reading instruction being used in the College. There will be first-hand information about the Big 5 components to reading, along with helpful information about how to assist your child in their reading journey. Limited spaces are still available for parents of all grades and childcare is now available from 5:50pm in the Library. Please be sure to register by Tuesday 8 June at READING INFORMATION NIGHT TICKETS
Metro Cup
A HUGE congratulations and thanks to our teachers and parents who accompanied our four teams as they travelled to Tamworth on Wednesday for the Metro Cup. Green Point played outstandingly well and took out three of the four Grand Finals across Netball and Soccer. Special thanks to Mr Lambert, Mr McSwan, Mrs Reynolds and Mrs Burton for the coaching and oversight of these teams and the massive day of travel and sport.
Channel 7 News were there to report on the Metro Cup, to view click on this link:
https://www.prime7.com.au/news/7465243-metro-cup
Head of School Awards
Reports/Parent Teacher Interviews
Semester 1 reports for Primary School will be uploaded to Parent Lounge in Week 1 of Term 3. Parents will be sent an email when they are available to view. Parent Teacher interviews for the Semester 1 reports will be held on Wednesday 21 July from 3:30pm - 8:30pm.
Boys' Shorts
Several students are still wearing their summer shorts to school. We are now in winter uniform and all boys should wear long grey trousers when wearing their formal uniform. A reminder that sports uniform is only to be worn on sports days. Please assist your child by ensuring they know their sports days and which uniform is required each day.
Mobile Phones
It is a reality in this day and age that many students have a mobile phone for safety, communication and convenience. Whilst students are at school there is no need for them to use their phones and all phones MUST remain in students’ bags for the entire day. If there is a situation where you need to contact your child, please do so through the office. Students using their phones during the day will have them removed and parents will be contacted.
Smart watches can be worn to school as a method of time telling, however whilst they are on site Primary students are to disable messaging and phone services including access to social media sites so as not to be a distraction to learning.
Extend- OOSH
Our Extend service OOSH service is open. If you have a child in Primary School and would like to make use of this service, please contact Extend Before and After School Care support@extend.com.au or call 1300 366 437.
Car Parks
A reminder that the area between the Church building and College office is not school property and should not be used for drop off and pick up unless a permit has been issued.
Cars and students can be a dangerous combination. Please remind your children that they are to wait for cars to come to a complete stop before approaching. If you are taking your child across the car park you MUST hold their hand. By holding onto children, you can stop them running into dangerous situations. Even though children may complain about holding hands, by making family rules about safe walking, explaining them and reinforcing safe behaviour, you will help children learn how to become safer pedestrians.
Year 7 2023 Enrolments
We are currently experiencing high demand for positions in Year 7 and have received a lot of interest and applications for 2023. If you plan on enrolling a sibling in Year 7 2023, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as practical. For an application form please click on the following link.
Please note if your child is currently in Primary school at GPCC, you are not required to apply for Year 7, however if your child will not be continuing would you kindly advise in writing registrar@gpcc.nsw.edu.au.
Secondary School Tour for Current Year 6 Parents/Carers
Parents and carers of current Year 6 families are invited to attend a tour of Green Point Christian College Secondary School. This will provide an opportunity for parents/carers to view the outstanding facilities and have a brief overview of the Secondary School by Mr McLellan and Mr Nash.
When: Tuesday 8 June from 8:45am - 10:15am commencing in the Staff Common Room (near the canteen). Please register your attendance at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/secondary-school-tour-for-current-year-6-parentscarers-tickets-154771621085
Mr Peter McLellan | Head of Secondary
I am sorry for the story about vaping last week being attributed to my experience.
It was a personal message from a family from Queensland warning parents of the real danger of vaping.
Much like any substance that we put in our bodies that are based on chemicals and drugs, they are a cocktail of risk.
We all need to be aware of what is happening in the wider community and take steps to safeguard our children. The information I have been getting from various other schools and the Police is that vaping among school aged students is rife.
Mythbusters
MYTH: Vaping is not bad for your health.
FACT: Despite their appealing flavours, many e-cigarettes contain or produce chemicals and toxins such as formaldehyde and heavy metals that can cause DNA damage, serious lung damage and cancer. They also contain other chemicals not found in tobacco smoke, and it is not yet known what effects these will have on your health in the long-term – so why take the risk?
What’s more, they can cause physical harm too; there are now thousands of cases of people being injured by faulty e-cigarette batteries exploding.
MYTH: You can’t get addicted to vaping like you can to smoking.
FACT: Most e-cigarettes contain nicotine – the same highly-addictive chemical that’s in regular cigarettes. What’s more, because you can buy extra-strength cartridges or increase the e-cigarette’s voltage to get a greater hit, many e-cigarette users get even more nicotine than they would from a tobacco product.
This is not good for you. Nicotine can affect brain development in teens, impacting their learning, concentration and mood, causing anxiety and depression. Putting nicotine into your body also increases your risk of other types of addiction in later life. Emerging evidence suggests non-smokers who vape are three times more likely to take up tobacco smoking than those who do not vape.
MYTH: E-cigarettes contain less nicotine than regular cigarettes.
FACT: One STIG or Cuvie device contains as much nicotine as an entire pack of cigarettes!
MYTH: Using a STIG or Cuvie is not as bad for you as using traditional e-cigarettes.
FACT: Using a STIG or Cuvie to vape is just as bad for you as using any other size or shape e-cigarette.
MYTH: Vaping will help you stop smoking.
FACT: There is not enough evidence to prove e-cigarettes are effective at helping smokers quit. That is why they are not an approved product for helping people to quit. Worse, studies have shown High School students who start using e-cigarettes are much more likely to begin smoking regular cigarettes as well.
If you are trying to quit smoking, nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is a better choice. If you would like help to quit, call the Quitline on 13 7848, visit the I Can Quit website or talk to your parent or guardian, or a health professional.
MYTH: E-cigarettes are not bad for the environment like regular cigarettes.
FACT: Vapes waste is especially bad for the environment for three reasons.
- Many vape devices, pods and cartridges are made of single-use plastic.
- They introduce hazardous and toxic chemicals like nicotine into the environment when used and discarded.
- They produce electronic waste as they contain lithium-ion batteries and a heating element.
MYTH: All vaping is legal.
FACT: In NSW, it is illegal to sell e-cigarettes or e-cigarette accessories to a person under 18 years of age, while it is illegal to sell e-cigarettes containing nicotine to all ages. It is also illegal to use e-cigarettes in places where smoking is illegal, including:
- Within 10 metres of children’s play equipment in outdoor public places
- Public swimming pools
- Spectator areas at sports grounds or other recreational areas used for organised sporting events
- Public transport stops and platforms, including ferry wharves and taxi ranks
- Within 4 metres of a pedestrian access point to a public building
- Commercial outdoor dining areas
From October 2021, you will need a doctor’s prescription to access liquid nicotine for use in e-cigarettes.
Source: Say No to Vaping | Health Promotion
E-cigarettes are not good for you – they contain or produce harmful chemicals known to cause serious lung damage and cancer. The nicotine found in them is highly addictive and can affect brain development in teens, impacting their learning, concentration and mood, causing anxiety and depression.
That’s why we’re supporting Central Coast Local Health District’s Say No to Vaping campaign. Say no to addiction, say no to anxiety and depression, say no to being exploited, and say no to the serious health risks. Say No to Vaping. #SayNoToVaping
Uniform
Please make sure that your child does not wear printed, coloured or long sleeve t-shirts underneath their shirts as this is not part of the uniform.
Please write a note if your child’s uniform is unable to be worn for some reason. Senior students are to wear their blazer as the first layer of warmth.
A few students are starting to wear incorrect shoes, so please make sure enclosed leather black shoes that meet the styles which have been specified, are worn. Just a reminder that if it is cold and a student wishes to wear a scarf, it must be in school colours.
LIFE
In SeniorLife we continued our conversation around issues of consent, boundaries and healthy relationships with our Years 10 – 12 students.
Senior Constable Peter Hughes (Police Liaison), Rachel Mondel (Youth Worker and Pastor) and Andrew McGillivray (PDHPE Teacher and parent) were part of our panel, responding to questions that had come from last term’s seminars and ongoing conversations.
Students were engaged as we discussed recent law reforms around consent, supporting friends, accessing resources and information, standing up for personal values and communicating boundaries. We are very grateful to our panel members for their time, wisdom, honesty and clarity.
These issues are such significant ones, particularly for this age group and we are keen to continue informing, encouraging and supporting our students in making wise choices.
In JuniorLife (Years 7 - 9) we covered Body Image. It was a powerful session where we addressed questions such as, "Have you expressed unhealthy self talk? And have feelings about your body ever stopped you from engaging in activities?" We had several students from Year 9 share their personal experiences in dealing with Body Image and offering some helpful tips. We then heard an engaging message from Jack Styles, the Youth Pastor at Erina Baptist Church and an ex-student of GPCC. He was able to share part of his journey in dealing with body image and bring encouragement to many students.
Reminder - Dr Patricia Weerakoon Seminars in Week 8
Thursday 10 June 2021
Student Session 1 for Years 11 and 12 Period 3 12.05pm - 1.20pm Hot Topics for Teen Sex
1. Protecting the developing brain: The science of the developmental dissonance in brain development (emotional brain and cognitive brain) and neuroplasticity.
The need to monitor what is "fed" to the brain, especially in social media (the dark web of porn, predators and cyberbullying).
2. Body and Identity: A discussion of cultural sources of identity in the comparator culture of social media and gender fluidity versus an identity in Christ given by God.
3. Behaviour: The science of desire, romantic love and sexual intimacy.
An overview of the current culture of expressive individualism.
An overview of Biblical sexual ethics.
Discussion on the difference between “feelings” and choosing what is right and good through self-control.
Discussion on the difference between non-sexual “friendship” intimacy; “crushes” and sexual intimacy.
Thursday 10 June 2021
Staff Professional Development Session: “Hot Topics for Teen Sex” 3:30pm
Thursday 10 June 2021
Parent Night: “Sex Education in the Cyber-World” 7:30pm - 9:00pm
This session is for parents of the College and all parents are encouraged to attend.
Registration is required for this event, please click on link below:
Green Point Christian College GPCC | Sex education in the Cyber-world…
Tea/coffee and light snacks provided.
Friday 11 June 2021 - Student Session 2 for Years 9 and 10: 9:00am - 10:20am
What Does God Have to Say About Sex?
1. Protecting the developing brain: The science of brain development and neuroplasticity and the need to monitor what is “fed” to the brain, especially in social media (the dark web of porn, predators and cyberbullying).
2. Body and Identity: A discussion of cultural sources of identity in the comparator culture of social media and gender fluidity versus an identity in Christ given by God.
Behaviour: The science of desire, romantic love and sexual intimacy.
An overview of Biblical sexual ethics.
Discussion on the difference between “feelings” and choosing what is right and good and Godly through self-control.
Discussion on the difference between non-sexual “friendship” intimacy; “crushes” and sexual intimacy.
Friday 11 June 2021 - Student Session 2 for Years 7 and 8: 10:45am – 12:00pm Body, Brain and Behaviour
1. Brain: The brain as a work in progress and the need to understand that what you feed your brain will affect your values and behaviour. Discussion on the wise use of social media.
2. Body: Pubertal body changes. The goodness of the body and an identity based on Christ, not on social media comparator culture.
3. Behaviour: The science of desire, romantic love and sexual intimacy.
An overview of Biblical sexual ethics.
Discussion on the difference between “feelings” and choosing what is right and good through self-control.
The importance of asking for and accepting advice and guidance from parents, teachers and counsellors.
If you have any questions about these sessions, or why we think it is important for us to run them here at the school, please do not hesitate to contact me at: pmclellan@gpcc.nsw.edu.au.
Important Reminder for Parents of Students using School Bus Transport
In recent weeks the College has received some negative feedback and reports from the public and local bus companies regarding the behaviour of some of our students on buses.
I have included the Student Codes of Conduct: Transport NSW for your reference and would encourage all parents to remind their children of their responsibility when using this service to travel to and from school including the need to tap on and off using their provided School Opal Cards.
"It is every student's responsibility to behave in a manner that ensures the safety and comfort of passengers and drivers. This includes:
Behaviour on buses
- Use appropriate language not offensive or racist language.
- Fighting, spitting, feet on seats, throwing things in or from the bus is not permitted.
- No eating or drinking (other than water) - unless for medical reasons or the bus operator gives written permission.
- Offer seats to adults including people with a disability, elderly or expectant mothers.
- Do not push or shove other people.
- Do not bully or harass other passengers or the driver.
- Avoid attracting the attention of the driver except in the case of emergency.
- Do not play music at such volume that it may distract the bus driver or other passengers.
Safety on and near buses
- Obey reasonable directions from the driver (eg where to sit or to remain in the bus).
- Remain in your seat - do not move around the bus unnecessarily.
- If standing, remain behind the front passenger seat and keep a secure hand hold at all times.
- Keep bags and other items clear of the aisle.
- Do not allow any part of your body to protrude out of the bus at any time.
- Wait for the bus in a quiet and orderly manner - including at bus interchanges.
- Stand away from the roadside until the bus comes to a complete stop.
- Allow other passengers to leave the bus before stepping onto the bus in a single line.
- Wait until the bus stops before moving to get off the bus at your designated stop.
- Cross the road where and when it's safe to do so, use crossings/traffic lights where available.
Legal considerations on buses
- Wear the seat belt properly adjusted and fastened, if one is available.
- Obey the law that bans smoking on buses.
- Ensure that buses are not vandalised - report any damage, eg graffiti and window etching, to the driver.
- Do not interfere with bus property, equipment and signage.
- Do not leave rubbish on the bus, or at bus stops or interchanges.
Using bus passes
- Show travel passes or tickets to the driver on boarding and to Authorised Revenue Protection Officers, NSW Police Officers or bus company representatives when requested.
- Use the travel pass only for its intended purpose - do not lend your pass to other students or borrow a pass from them.
- Swipe or 'dip' passes in ticket readers if available when boarding.
- If issued with a School Opal card, always tap on when boarding and tap off when leaving the bus.
Disobeying these rules may lead to the withdrawal of bus travel passes, banning students from travelling on buses and/or police prosecution and court action."
Source: https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/studentCodesOfConduct#/studentCodesOfConduct#scrollTarget1
Congratulations - Youth in Performing Arts
Scotia E is congratulated on being awarded the Gosford Musical Society Scholarship, after her brilliant performance at YIPA recently. Scotia will be performing in Mamma Mia at the Laycock Street Theatre next month, as well as appearing as 'Belle' in our College production of Beauty and the Beast in November.
Well done, Scotia.
Year 10 Play
Years 10 and 11 will be performing a modernised version of Shakespeare’s The Two Gentlemen of Verona in Week 10 of this term on 23 - 25 June at 7.30pm each night and 11.30am Matinee on Friday.
Tickets will be available at the door.
Beauty and the Beast Rehearsals
There is a movement rehearsal this Saturday 5 June from 1.00pm - 4.00pm for 'Gaston' – dancers, ensemble and 'LeFou' required.
Our next Beauty and the Beast ENSEMBLE rehearsal will start up again next term.
Watch this space and your emails for confirmed details of day and times.
This week’s Careers Newsletter has information about an upcoming Apprenticeship and Traineeship Expo. There is also information about the Exercise and Sports Science degree and the Food Science and Human Nutrition degree at University of Newcastle as well as details about a Medicine webinar on 23 June 2021.
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
Central Coast Schools Oztag Gala Day
The girls competed just as commendably and having drawn against Central Coast Adventist School gave them hope. The girls went on to also win their last game 4-0. Both the boys and girls were exceptional in their behaviour and the way they played the game.
CSSA Cross Country
Book Club - Issue 4
Issue 4 Book Club orders need to be made online by Friday 11 June.
https://bookclubs.scholastic.com.au/User/MainPage.aspx
Premiers’ Reading Challenge
Students are adding their reading books onto the PRC site before the end of the Term 2. Premiers’ Reading Challenge closes on Friday 20 August. We are encouraging all Primary students to participate as part of their DEAR reading. K-2 students have already finished their PRC in Library lessons.
Story Time for Pre-schoolers
We meet for stories, craft and fun in the Library at 9:00am on Monday mornings during the school term. This is a fun time for pre-schoolers and their parents. Parents will need to sign in at the office. Please sanitise hands as you enter the Library. We look forward to seeing you there. Click this link for Story Time schedule for Term 2.
An employment rate 27% lower than the rest of the population, a rate of High School completion 24% lower, a life expectancy over a decade less than the average of the rest of the population, a suicide rate double that of the general population, and a representation of 27% of all adult prisoners, despite representing only 3.3% of the population.
Just these few statistics, and there are more I could state, paint a picture of the distressing reality of the inequality facing Indigenous Australians today. As a person myself of Indigenous decent I find it crazy and saddening to think that Australia’s First People, the rightful first owners of this land, now feel like strangers in their own country. They feel abandoned and left to face the consequences of the extreme and ongoing disadvantages, after having been systematically stripped off their history, culture, identity, beliefs, customs and sense of kinship and community.
We are expected to "move on", "get over it" and "stop dwelling on the past". How can we do this if the "past" is still happening in the present? Put yourself in an indigenous person’s shoes, look through their eyes and see how they are still fighting for what should have already been changed many years ago. There are too many issues that are still REAL and still ALIVE in today's society. Indigenous people are still fighting for better health services, mainstream education, awareness, support systems, programs and increased rehabilitation.
If we want to see change, we need to aim to educate indigenous people about their culture, about employment and about university opportunities. Not only do we need to educate indigenous people, but we need to educate the non-indigenous population also, as indigenous history is not being talked about, celebrated or clearly understood enough, hence why racism is so common within Australia’s society towards indigenous people. Instead of thinking incarceration is the answer we need to see that that isn’t working, we need to look at the bigger issues inflicting indigenous people and address it with rehabilitation and programs to give indigenous people greater opportunities and empower them to succeed, as well as empowering them as people to be able to reconnect with their culture.
There is a line from To Kill A Mockingbird that states, “You never really understand a person until you… climb inside of his skin and walk around in it." Although some of us ourselves may not be guilty of directly inflicting disadvantage upon indigenous people, when we ignore the problem, when we fail to listen to their voices and overlook their suffering, we are all guilty of allowing injustice to continue. The Bible says, "love thy neighbour" and I’d like you to consider, are we all really loving all our neighbours, or just the ones that look like us?
Mia C, Year 9
It’s late at night, you stand in front of your mirror, glaring into the eyes of your reflection. You admire how smooth your skin is, how long your eyelashes are, the deep shade of crimson on your lips. You feel beautiful. As you turn to walk out the door you catch one more glimpse of yourself. You’re filled with an overwhelming sense of guilt. Because although you look beautiful...
At what expense?
In a lab, on the other side of the world, a rabbit sits in a testing chamber. It’s covered in open scars and wounds; its eyes are red and bloody; its back is broken. A heavy silver door opens. The rabbit cries in terror because it knows what’s about to happen. The man fills a syringe with chemicals. Acids and serums that'll fill the foundation bottles and eyeshadow pallets around the world. The rabbit cries out in pain. It is helpless.
So, stare long and hard at that person in the mirror. Because behind that face is a lifetime of pain and agony, a lifetime dedicated to the bottles that fill those shelves, to the powders and liquids pressed into your face.
But you look beautiful, don’t you?
How can you live with yourself when you know that the makeup pressed into your face is torturing animals? How can you live with yourself when you know rabbit #18394 was poisoned for that foundation?
There are alternatives. You are well aware of this. But a bottle that costs $60 is overpriced isn’t it. And taking time to research and know what companies do and don’t test on animals is far too much of a hassle. You’d much rather watch a movie instead.
This isn't my fault.
You say.
I’m not responsible for the companies that test on animals. It's not like I’ll make a difference.
You say.
But what will make a difference? Change starts with you and me and him and her. Change starts small but it grows and evolves, it gets bigger and bigger. So no, you making a difference won’t change anything. But the awareness you spread and the influence you have will. If we keep making excuses then change is impossible, stop saying that other people will do it for you. They won’t. And when you look back on yourself you’ll know that you sparked change. That you made a difference.
Animals matter. Stop using them as test dummies.
Grace R, Year 9
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 jcollins@gpcc.nsw.edu.au for consideration of inclusion in The Messenger.
ATSI Observances
Urain was born in Brewarrina but she moved around a lot as a child and went to many different schools. Urain moved back to Brewarrina in High School and has stayed here pretty much ever since.
At the Brewarrina Aboriginal Museum, where Urain works, they teach people about the fish traps, history and culture of Brewarrina.
Urain is also an Aboriginal artist; she uses paint and burning on many different objects eg canisters, mirrors, boards and canvases. Year 9 Visual Arts are booked in to do a painting workshop with Urain.
Urain has been a Christian her entire life but she hasn’t always gone to Church. When she gave her heart to the Lord it made her realise how lucky she is to have the life she has. Urain is looking forward to sharing her knowledge about her culture and art with students at Green Point Christian College.
Urain will work from the Library, she welcomes student interaction but students will also see Urain as she visits many classrooms and assemblies during her stay.
If you have questions about Observance days or ATSI events, please email Mrs Nicole van Wyk: nvanwyk@gpcc.nsw.edu.au .
GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
A ministry of Green Point Baptist Church
Equipped for life
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHING POSITION
Commencing 2 August 2021
Temporary full time maternity leave position
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons able to teach in the Primary School.
The successful applicant for the above position must be a committed Christian and be prepared to teach under the ethos of our College. For full details and criteria, please refer to the full Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/employment/primary-teacher-maternity-leave-replacement
Applications close on Wednesday 9 June 2021 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
Sex Education in the Cyber-world with Dr Patricia Weerakoon
Thursday 10 June - 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Primary and Secondary parents are invited to attend; there will be time for questions and answers.
For more information and to register please click on link:
Green Point Christian College GPCC | Sex education in the Cyber-world…
Photo: Dr Patricia Weerakoon
To the Point Lecture Series - with Dr Graham Pratt
Tuesday 22 June:
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Following the excellent evening we shared with Dr Luke Barnes to launch the To The Point Lecture Series, we are pleased to announce our next lecture scheduled for Tuesday 22 June, 7.30pm to 9:00pm.
For our next lecture, To The Point are pleased to be hosting Dr Graham Pratt, addressing The Rise of China: Challenges for USA and Australia.
You can learn more about Dr Pratt and to register via our website event page.
Yearbook Cover Art Competition
We invite students from Kindergarten - Year 12 to enter our 2021 Yearbook Cover Art Competition. The winning entry from Primary and Secondary will be on the front and back covers of our 2021 Yearbook. This year's theme is 'Godly in Character', part of our GPCC Graduate Profile. We look forward to receiving lots of wonderful artworks and drawings.
Ashrae Music Vocal Lessons
Ashrae is a music vocal tutor at GPCC and is keen to take on more students. For more details on vocal tutoring with Ashrae please click on the flyer below.
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.
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
EXTEND 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/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 Trader
Umina School Holidays Activities - click on link below for more information.
If you would like to place an advertisement in the Green Point Trader, please email details to Justine Collins at newsletter@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Green Point Baptist Church
Church Service times
9:30am – Worship Centre
6:00pm – Jacaranda Room
Thrive
Attention Years 7-12 - Green Point Youth
Green Point Youth is held on Friday nights 7:30pm - 9:30pm on Friday nights.
Website: www.gpbc.net.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/greenpointbaps/
Coming up this week
Monday, 7 June
CSSA Secondary Girls Netball Gala Day
CIS Secondary 15 & U and Open Netball Trials
Years 11 & 12 SOR Excursion
Tuesday, 8 June
CC Secondary All Schools Oztag Gala Day
Tour of Secondary School for current Year 6 families
Year 1 Bee educational visit
Wednesday, 9 June
THACCCSA Zone Secondary Girls and Boys Futsal
Year 9 Stall Tall event
Year 2 swimming lessons
THACCCSA Secondary Girls Basketball Gala Day
Thursday, 10 June
HSC Ancient History Study Day
CIS Primary and Secondary Cross Country
Secondary Relationships seminars
Parent night - "Sex education in the cyber-world" - 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Friday, 11 June
Secondary Relationship seminars
HSC Modern History Study Day - Sydney
CIS Primary Boys Softball Trials
Dates for Your Diary
Monday, 14 June
Queen's Birthday Public Holiday
NAIDOC - Weeks 9 and 10
Tuesday, 15 June
Secondary Junior Chess League at CCGS
Year 11 Incoming Prefects Incursion (all applying Prefects)
Wednesday, 16 June
Year 11 PDHPE Camp - three day canoeing trip to Kangaroo Valley
Josie Mitchell Debating Competition (Years 7 - 10)
CIS Secondary 15 & U and Open Touch Trials
Year 2 Swimming lessons
Thursday, 17 June
Year 11 PDHPE Camp - 3 day canoeing trip to Kangaroo Valley
CSSA Secondary Girls/Boys State Soccer - Penrith
Friday, 18 June
Year 11 PDHPE Camp - 3 day canoeing trip to Kangaroo Valley
Term Dates 2021
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
Term Dates 2022
Term 1, 2022
Thursday, 27 January - (Years 1 - 7, 11 and 12 commence Term 1)
Friday, 28 January - (Years 8 - 10 commence Term 1)
Monday, 31 January - Kindergarten commence Term 1)
Friday, 8 April - Last Day Term 1
Term 2, 2022
Wednesday, 27 April to Friday, 1 July
Monday, 13 June - Queen's Birthday Public Holiday
Term 3, 2022
Thursday, 21 July to Friday, 23 September
Term 4, 2022
Tuesday, 11 October to Wednesday, 7 December