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By the time you read this, we will have information on the Government’s return to school plan. I will email out details regarding GPCC’s response to that separately.
This week I want to share some good news amid the pandemic gloom. On Thursday last week, we received notice that our application for permission to operate a Special School on site at the College, has been approved! Yattalunga Valley Christian School (YVCS) will open in January 2022 with, we hope, 9 or more students in Kindergarten to Year 2. The school will grow each year thereafter in accordance with demand for places.
YVCS will operate as a separate legal entity under the school company, Green Point Christian College Ltd, and be governed by the GPCC Ltd Directors. Government regulation allows a charitable company established to operate schools to run more than one entity under the company. YVCS will however be separately funded through school fees and Government funds as GPCC is now. No money will go from GPCC to YVCS except for some start-up funds which will be repaid by YVCS once it is operating.
We had planned to open YVCS in the house the College owns next to the Service Station, but that property sits within a bushfire zone, and we are not permitted to use it for a school. Instead, we are leasing some space in the topmost Primary classroom block from GPCC. As the school grows, we plan to build a permanent facility for it on part of the GPCC land in accordance with our Master Plan.
Yattalunga Valley Christian School is being established to support children who are on the Autism Spectrum. Some children with autism can manage in the mainstream classroom with support, but for others it is too over-whelming an experience and they need a smaller and more managed environment to help them develop. It is our hope that by providing the specialist support needed, many of these children will be able to join the mainstream school at some stage.
I have invited Mrs Nicole Smith our Head of Primary, to oversee the school and we will be making some adjustments to Primary staffing to release her for a day a week to do this. This time will be paid for by YVCS. We will also be employing specialist teachers and teacher aides to work in the school. I will be the Executive Principal as this school joins GPCC as a member of the Melos Foundation group. Other GPCC staff will assist with administration, and these costs will also be recovered from YVCS.
We will be advertising for students this week and if you are aware of any families who may be interested in exploring this opportunity, please direct them to our Registrar, Mrs Angela Sheather who will be able to help them see if this is an option for their child. Our move to establish the school has been prompted by numerous enquiries over the past few years from families looking for a suitable place to meet their child’s unique needs.
Pray with us for quality staff, positive enrolments and that this school will be a blessing to those who need extra love and care.
Phillip Nash
Principal
Mrs Nicole Smith | Head of Primary
Book Week
A big congratulations to all of our staff and students on their outfits for this, our inaugural 'Virtual' Book Week dress up and parade. I know that there were many fun conversations, games and activities. A BIG thank you to Mrs van Wyk and the Library staff for all of their creative thinking and wonderful ideas.
Fruit and Veg Month
We will be participating in Fruit & Veg Month 2021. The theme for this year’s event is ‘Festival Fruit & Veg!’
The United Nations has declared 2021 as the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables. This year the world will be celebrating the amazing contribution that fruits and vegetables make to our health – and our school is going to join the party!
Fruit & Veg Month 2021 runs from Monday 30 August to Friday 17 September.
As part of Fruit & Veg Month, students will be involved in various home learning activities which encourage them to eat more fruit and vegetables.
We will be having a virtual fruit/vege break together online in our morning meetings. We also encourage children to create their very own fruit and vegetable sculpture and ask students to send in photos to share.
Resource Pick up – Years 2, 4 and Kindergarten
On Monday 30 August we will be having another round of resource collection. This week it is Years 2, 4 and Kindergarten that need to collect resources for the next two weeks of home learning.
Pick up will be from 10:30am in the main carpark.
Please note the following pick up times based on surnames:
10:30am - 11:00am: Surnames starting with A - K
11:00am - 11:30am: Surnames starting with L - Z
Please remember to have your surname printed and displayed in the windscreen of your car. If you are unable to collect resources at this time, please contact the College office to arrange 'contactless collection' at a time that suits you.
Arrival at School
Please remember there is no supervision at school until 8:15am and students should not be on site before this time.
Parents Coming on Site
Under current restrictions we must limit people coming on site. If you need to pick something up for your child such as resources, please phone ahead. Once you arrive you must QR code in at reception and let them know what you are picking up. Then please wait outside and it will be delivered to you.
Our Champion Online Learners
photos: Year 4G Perspective Artworks
Primary Preliminary Analysis of 2021 NAPLAN Results
It is with pleasure that we share preliminary results from our participation in NAPLAN 2021. Our results are excellent and reflect the explicit teaching and learning focus in Literacy. Our Year 3 results are outstanding; 52% of Year 3 students achieved the top band or higher (Band 8) in Reading and 66% of Year 3 students achieved the top band or higher (Band 6) in Grammar and Punctuation. More comprehensive analysis to follow. Individual student reports will be available at the end of Term 3.
A Snapshot of Results:
The Commonwealth Government sets National Minimum Standards (NMS) for Reading, Writing, Grammar and Punctuation, Spelling and Numeracy.
Cohort Median compared to National Minimum Standard (NMS)
|
Year |
Reading |
Writing |
Spelling |
Grammar/ Punctuation |
Numeracy |
|
3 (NMS Band 2) Max. Band 6+ |
Band 6 |
Band 5 |
Band 5 |
Band 6 |
Band 5 |
|
5 (NMS Band 4) Max. Band 8+) |
Band 7 |
Band 6 |
Band 7 |
Band 7 |
Band 7 |
The table below indicates the percentage of students achieving the top band or above (+).
|
Year |
Reading |
Writing |
Spelling |
Grammar/Punctuation |
Numeracy |
|
3 (Band 6, 6+)
|
52%
|
37.5%
|
47%
|
66%
|
32%
|
|
5 (Band 8,8+ |
31.5%
|
28%
|
28.5% |
28.5%
|
28.5%
|
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.
Mr Peter McLellan | Head of Secondary
I have been very proud of how well students have been going in their online classes. It is through difficulty that we grow most as people, and this is a time that this can happen for all our school community.
Thank you to all parents who have been so helpful with assisting your children in Secondary School to cope with their online learning. We appreciate your support.
Can I continue to encourage you to put your trust and find your strength in Jesus Christ.
Year 12
Year 12 continue to undertake their Trials online. It has been difficult, but overall our students have been doing a great job. Hang in there and continue to apply yourselves to the best of your ability.
Monday, 30 August 2021
- 9:00am Biology; English Ext 1
Tuesday, 31 August 2021
- 9:00am Legal Studies; Physics; Photography
Wednesday, 1 September 2021
- 9:00am History Extension; PDHPE
Thursday, 2 September 2021
- 9:00am Maths Ext 1; SOR 2U; Visual Arts
Year 11 Exams
Time races by and Year 11 Yearly Exams start on Monday 6 September 2021.
We will have a collection day for exam booklets as the English exam will be handwritten. The collection day will be on Wednesday 1 September 2021 in the main carpark as a drive through collection. This will occur from 3.30pm to 4.30pm.
Monday, 6 September 2021
- 9:30am English Advanced, English Standard
- 1:30pm Music Aural
Tuesday, 7 September 2021
- 9:30am Mathematics Advanced; Mathematics Standard
- 1:30pm Drama (Written)
Wednesday, 8 September 2021
- 9:30am Biology
- 1:30pm Business Studies
Thursday, 9 September 2021
- 9:30am Legal Studies
- 9:30am SDD
Friday, 10 September 2021
- 9:30am CAFS; Chemistry; Modern History
- 1:30pm PDHPE
Monday, 13 September 2021
- 9:30am Industrial Technology
- 9:30am Textiles & Design
Tuesday, 14 September 2021
- 9:30am Ancient History; Physics; SOR; Visual Arts
- 1:30pm Ext Maths; Food Technology; Photography
Short-Listing for 'What Matters' Writing Competition
Secondary Preliminary Analysis of 2021 NAPLAN Results
It is with pleasure that we share preliminary results from our participation in NAPLAN 2021. Our results are very pleasing and reflect the great teaching and learning across the Secondary School. Year 9 Numeracy results are particularly strong, with 35% of students achieving the top band or above! More comprehensive analysis to follow. Individual student reports will be available at the end of Term 3.
A Snapshot of Results:
The Commonwealth Government sets National Minimum Standards (NMS) for Reading, Writing, Grammar and Punctuation, Spelling and Numeracy.
Cohort Median compared to National Minimum Standard (NMS)
| Year | Reading | Writing | Spelling | Grammar/Punctuation | Numeracy |
| 7 (NMS Band 5) | Band 7 | Band 6 | Band 7 | Band 7 | Band 7 |
| 9 (NMS Band 6) | Band 8 | Band 7 | Band 8 | Band 8 | Band 8 |
The table below indicates the percentage of students achieving the top band or above (+).
| Year | Reading | Writing | Spelling | Grammar/Punctuation | Numeracy |
| 7 (Band 9,9+) | 8% | 6% | 8% | 12% | 16% |
| 9 (Band10,10+) | 16.5% | 14% | 16% | 31% | 35% |
Parents Coming on Site
Under current restrictions, we must limit people coming on site. If you need to pick something up for your child such as resources, please phone ahead. Once you arrive you must QR code in at reception and let them know what you are picking up. Then please wait outside and it will be delivered to you.
Mr David Russell
Curriculum Co-ordinator (7-12) | Student Advisor (7-12)
This week’s Careers Newsletter has information about some University Open Days and some upcoming webinars.
For more details, please see this week's Careers Newsletter or visit the Student Careers section under the 'Education & Learning' menu on the GPCC website.
Nathan Lambert | K-12 Sport Co-ordinator
We have been looking at some of the amazing moments in our school’s history that not just shows a wonderful performance by our students, but also their dedication and perseverance to each other.
Here is another memory that is extremely inspiration by what they accomplished ...
In 2019, we had two teams compete in the CSSA State Primary Mixed Oz Tag Competition. We had one team in the Years 3 and 4 division and one in Years 5 and 6. This was a big competition for our teams who had recently competed at the Central Coast Oz Tag competition and both reached the Semi Finals.
Our Junior Mixed team was made from talented players with individual great skills. They had trained hard over the past few weeks to refine these and also accommodate the logistics of mixed Oztag. Mainly, boys were ball players, girls filled in the link and wing positions and they all worked hard in a defensive line.
The team progressed through Pool games easily, then played Semi Finals against Inaburra and won to proceed to the Grand Final against William Carey CS.
Congratulations to this terrific team who were victorious in defeating William Carey 8-2 in this game. A close and exciting game. Well done to fast legs, tight defence, forward thinking, great passing, good ball play, and the tremendous effort to persevere on a very hot day! CSSA State Junior Oz Tag Champions!
Our Senior Mixed team also had been chosen for specific positions, whether it was as dummy half, 1st or 2nd receiver, wing, tagger, etc. This team was very experienced and with their training sessions and had developed into a tight outfit with a lot of skill and talent.
Their first game was against Mamre B Team, which was important that our team started strongly. They won this game 15-1 and moved into Game 2 against Wycliffe CS with their confidence building. This game proved to be another display of great skill and teamwork, winning convincingly 14-0. Their final pool match was strongly yet again, with solid defence and accurate passing, winning against St Hurmizd 14-0. They had qualified for the Semi Finals against Toongabbie. Our Senior team were just too experienced however, and won the game 5-4, progressing to the Grand Final.
Mamre A Team would be their opponents and our team were hungry for victory. They had been the dominant team all day and wanted to finish the competition undefeated and taking home the trophy. This passion, this drive, from our Senior team was what made them play their best game of the day. Their defence was amazing, diving for tags in all directions. Their passing was precise, creating scoring opportunities on many occasions. Their teamwork is what gave them the advantage and they took it with both hands, taking an early lead through one of the best diving defensive tags I have seen by Kyne. With that handover, we ran with the ball, made a break and Jess scored in the corner (2 points when a girl scores). This roll continued and we scored again, taking a 4-0 lead. Mamre bounced back with their own try but Green Point was too passionate to let this one go, scoring again on numerous occasions, eventually winning the Grand Final 9-4. They were now CSSA State Senior Oz Tag Champions!
Finally, watching both teams play really demonstrated how Green Point play the game … we play with passion, we play with determination and we play as a team. These Mixed Oz Tag teams would not have performed as well as they did if they didn’t work together as one. Their encouragement of one another, sportsmanship throughout the day and team spirit is why they accomplished so much. They, like so many other teams representing our school, play together as a team and do it with pride.
This is truly one inspirational story from our past that just demonstrates our passion for sport and desire to play hard as a team.
Book Week Winners
Each year the top Australian books for children are chosen by the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Below are the winners for each category. Australia has some of the best children’s writers in the world.
Congratulations to our winners; prizes will be sent home with the next resource pick up. We do not have all winners yet, so have a look with your Library sheets to see if you are a winner.
Book Week Competition Winners
With less entries this year we have prizes for each activity rather than each grade.
|
Colouring in sheet |
1st Amelia W (KG), 2nd Max T(KDL), 3rd Dominic Z (KDL) |
|
Book Diorama |
1st Grace D (6M)- What if? , 2nd Scarlett J (3B) Ruby Red Shoes |
Green Point Christian College is delighted to let you know about an education resource that is available to your child at home as part of our school subscription – Story Box Library.
Your child can watch favourite stories, read aloud by fabulous storytellers, at home as well as in the classroom.
Reading aloud to children, in particular by diverse and engaging storytellers, greatly improves language and literacy skills, especially in the early years of a child’s development. https://storyboxlibrary.com.au/
Premiers’ Reading Challenge
The closing date has been extended to Friday 3 September. You can now log ten personal choice books. Please email Mrs van Wyk, nvanwyk@gpcc.nsw.edu.au with any questions.
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.
Enrolments for Year 3 have been so strong for the coming year, that Green Point Christian College are pleased to announce we are opening a third stream for 2022.
Limited places are now available, and we would love you to share this news with anyone you know who might like to be part of this exciting year group.
Interested families can visit our website for further information on the enrolment process or to enrol online.
Positions Vacant
GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
A ministry of Green Point Baptist Church
Our mission is 'Equipped for Life'
HEAD OF HSIE - TEACHING POSITION
Permanent Full Time – to commence Term 1 2022
We are currently seeking to appoint an experienced Secondary School Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) teacher to the position of Head of HSIE on a permanent full time basis, to commence Term 1 2022.
For full details and criteria regarding the position, please refer to the full Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at at this link.
The successful applicant for the above position must be a committed Christian and be prepared to work under the ethos of our College.
Applications close on Wednesday 8 September 2021 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
________________________________
ENGLISH TEACHING POSITION
Permanent Full Time – to commence Term 1 2022
We are currently seeking to appoint an experienced English teacher able to teach Years 7 – 12 on a permanent full time basis.
To be successful you will need to possess and demonstrate:
- Sound knowledge of the new Australian Curriculum;
- Stage 6 teaching experience is preferable;
- A high standard of competency, proficiency and innovation as a classroom teacher;
- The ability to integrate ICT into the curriculum;
- A capacity to cater for different learning needs;
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and collegiality;
- Good administrative skills, with a high level of flexibility and adaptability;
- An ability to prioritise and work collegially.
For full details and criteria regarding the position, please refer to the full Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at this link.
The successful applicant for the above position must be a committed Christian and be prepared to work under the ethos of our College.
Applications close on Friday 3 September 2021 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
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ENRICHMENT ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
Permanent Full Time (during school terms only)
We are currently seeking an Administration Assistant to join our Enrichment team. The successful applicant should possess the following:
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent computer and typing skills
- A positive proactive attitude
- Experience working within an education setting would be highly desirable
For full details and criteria regarding the position, please refer to the full Job Description available on the College website, along with prospectus and application form at this link.
The successful applicant for the above position must be a committed Christian and be prepared to work under the ethos of our College.
Applications close on Friday 10 September 2021 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
Online Learning Pics
Please continue sending your online learning photos in, so we can share with our school community. Please email photos to: newsletter@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Millie C in 2P has been painting rocks - being invovled ins NSW Rocks, whereby kids (and adults) are painting rocks and leaving them on bush walk tracks, bike tracks or anywhere people go to do their 'essential exercise'.
Well done Millie you have certainly brightened our day!
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Canteen, Uniform Shop
Due to COVID lockdown, both the Canteen and Uniform Shop will not be open until further notice. Uniforms may be ordered online: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/enrolment/uniform
Uniform Shop (only online ordering during lockdown)
For online ordering: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/enrolment/uniform
Munchery News - Canteen is closed during lockdown
EXTEND 2021 (Before and After School Care)
Click here for Extend's August newsletter.
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
Central Coast Libraries
Although students are now working from home, your local Central Coast library is still here for teachers, parents and students as they navigate home and online schooling once again.
Our dedicated Children and Youth team are available to provide support in accessing our range of free, online learning resources as well as facilitating online activities to entertain, engage and inform students as they learn. Please see the attached newsletters for see some of the things we are/can offer.
Email children&youth@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au to discuss how the library can support your school, class or child.
CASE Space Academy - School Holiday Program
Dear Parents
Next school holidays nurture your child’s curiosity in space and STEM with a new and exciting school holiday program.... with your child’s opportunity to take a live tour at a real NASA facility!
Green Point Christian College is pleased to introduce CASE Space Academy, a fun and interactive course designed especially for years 5 to 8. Each 2.5 hour online lesson is hosted live by a CASE Certified course leader to guide curious kids through a range of hands-on science activities, engineering challenges and interactive lessons.
- Design and build your own rover and helicopter to explore Mars
- Design a galactic farm, water filter and solar energy model for your Mars Colony
- Awe-inspiring, authentic space and STEM learning
- Exciting teamwork and the chance to meet new friends
- A fun, safe and nurturing environment with supportive, knowledgeable guides
Supported by NASA experts, this week-long program immerses students in science, technology, engineering and maths through the thrill of real space missions and technologies.
- 10am-12:30pm daily, 27 Sept – 1 Oct 2021
- 9am-11:30am daily, 4 Oct – 8 Oct 2021
Use Green Point Christian College’s promo code CSAGPCNSW to receive course discounts!
- $20 off one course
- $50 cashback when you group purchase three or more courses with friends
CSA Introduction Video - v1.0 on Vimeo
For more information please contact:
Andrew Bosch
m: 0409 803 563
e: andrew.bosch@actura.com.au
w: casespaceacademy.com.au
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
Everyone is welcome! Green Point Baptist Church Worship Services are currently online on Sundays at 9:30am.
Please go to our website https://www.gpbc.net.au/930am-worship-service/ for details or email office@gpbc.net.au for our Zoom details.
Website: www.gpbc.net.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/greenpointbaps/
Coming up this week
Monday, 30 August
Years 7 - 12 Assembly online - 10:00am streamed online in Equip classes
Year 12 HSC Trials (Wednesday 18 August - Thursday 2 September)
New Prefect online Training day (30 - 31 August)
Wednesday, 1 September
7 - 12 Chapel/Equip/Year Group LIFE online
Primary Chapel online
Term Dates 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