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centralexpressThe official newsletter of Central Coast Adventist School

Speaking Competition WinGod of the Give and Take Away

In this issue...

Year 9 Camp

On the evening of February 14, Laura Pinto (Year 11)

competed in the semi finals of the Rotary International District 9680 “Four Way Test” speaking competition in Ryde. Laura chose to speak on the affect

that poetry has on our lives. She had to include the following four principles; Is it TRUTH?, Is it FAIR to all concerned?, Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?, Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?There were five speakers in total

and each of them presented six

minute speeches. The standard was excellent. The schools represented were well known schools including: Shore School, North Sydney Boys, James Ruse Agricultural, Brigidine College – St Ives and Central Coast Adventist School. Laura was the only person who

spoke without any notes and she didn’t miss a beat. Her presentation was outstanding and she was the clear winner on the evening. We are all very proud of Laura and would like to congratulate her on an outstanding achievement.- Graeme Harris

Year 9 camp this year was a very exciting venture on many levels. We did not know at one stage whether or not the camp would even run due to the weather. In the end, we decided to proceed in faith and it turned out to be the right decision. On the first night the Mountain Bikers (MTB) got absolutely dumped on with rain. They received 88ml overnight which made for some very wet riding over the next two days. The Kayakers spent the first night in their bus due to their tents being flooded in the deluge. The Horse

Riders had a great time.Things did get significantly better from there and it was great to hear all the stories from the different areas when we caught up at Camp Cobark on Thursday night. I would like to thank all the students for their awesome attitude towards the weather - they were a pleasure to take away. I would also like to thank the staff (who seemed to enjoy themselves as much as the students) for their time and effort in looking after the students so diligently. Another great camp!- Craig Allum

Friendships don’t seem to work when they’re all one-sided. They tend to end in angry words: ‘Know what? I’m what’s called a giver-you on the other hand just take, take, take!’

God is definitely a giver. He wants to give us more than we could ever dream or imagine. And boy, do we wanna grab hold of those B-for-blessings: ‘Thanks very much Lord, don’t mind if I do! Yep, God’s a great mate!’

But what about when God takes away? What’s up with that? We don’t wear our God Squad badges with quite such a big smile then, do we?

Let’s have a look at God’s friend Abraham. God stripped a lot away from him: ‘Leave your country, your relatives, and your father’s family, and go to the land I will show you.’ (Genesis 12:1 NCV) Abraham had to leave everything he knew and loved in order to gain something that he hadn’t even seen-and didn’t even know if he wanted.

But Abraham knew he could trust God. He knew that God knew him better than anyone and he knew that he would want what God wanted him to have. It’s hard to see blessings when God takes things away. It’s hard to have faith in the unseen but, ‘Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.’ (Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV)

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Central Coast Adventist School

• Public Speaking Win• Year 9 Camp• Primary News• Secondary News• Library News

No Newsletter Next WeekThere will be no newsletter distributed next week. The next newsletter will be sent home on March 1.

Vegetarian Cooking ClassesWe are starting up our popular monthly cooking classes again on Monday evening 27 February at 7:00pm in the Food Tech. classroom in the high school. We are very fortunate to have nutritionist Marcia Townend to give us some Tips for Weight Loss. Of course there will be some delicious vegetarian dishes for you to try out. The cost is only $15. If you would like to book in, contact Cheryl Ivin on 0403 848242.

Commonwealth Student BankingStudent banking is available again this year. Please drop your bank books into the school admin office each Monday morning and they will be returned via the class teacher. If you would like your child to participate in the Commonwealth Bank Student Banking program, please ask at the office for an information pack.

Employment OpportunityExpressions of interest are called for in assisting with the school’s OOSH/Vacation Care program.The OOSH Centre is open mornings from 7am, and evenings until 6pmPlease send your CV to Narelle Simpson – Business Manager.

Week of Spiritual Emphasis (WOSE)Kindy - Year 4 19-24 MarchYear 5-12 26-30 MarchWOSE. Nights 26, 28 and 30 MarchWOSE Church Saturday, 31 March

ChapelOur chapel program next week...20 February Endless Praise Chapel times are as followsYear 5-8 9:00-9:40amYear 9-12 9:50-10:25amKindy - Year 4 10:30-11:10amAll Parents and Carers are welcome to join us at these times.

UpdateIt was great to see you at our first Club night on Saturday night. We have an exciting year planned and look forward to sharing in the fun with you.If you haven’t registered as yet it is not too late to do so. Full details about the Club and Registration information is available online via our web page on the CCAS school website (under School Life) or

alternatively via http://www.ccas.nsw.edu.au/SchoolLife/pathfinders.htmlFees for 2012 : $100.00 -- Registration fee // $25.00 -- Club Polo shirt // $50.00 -- Refundable Dress Uniform bond

Family CampFull information regarding our first camp of the year, our FAMILY CAMP at the end of February, is available on our webpage.The location is Riverwood Downs Mountain Valley Resort in the foothills of the Barrington Tops. As this is a family camp each family is responsible for providing their own food and camping equipment for the weekend. The information outlines the fees for non-powered camping sites and booking process to be followed.Plan now to join us for a time of fellowship in the outdoors. We have a great program planned for the weekend including our Guest Speaker, Dwayne Jeffries of 2GO fame.Our theme for the weekend is “STEP OUT, STEP IN, STEP UP”. On Saturday night we have a night of activity planned with a bush dance so bring your boot scootin’’ gear.A light supper will be provided. If you are able to assist by bringing a contribution to the supper, ie biscuits or a slice, please contact Leanne as soon as possible.Please advise our Club Secretary of your intention to join us for this fun, relaxed weekend on the email address below.In the meantime if you would like further information please contact Leanne West, Club Secretary on 0411 061731 or via email on centralcoastpathfinders@gmail.com

Dates to Remember24-26 February Family Camp10 March Club Night11 March Beach Day (more details soon)

Unclaimed Deposits into School AccountOver the holidays the school has had three payments made directly to our bank account without any reference details. Because of this we do not know who they have come from.Please check your fee statements to ensure that all payments have been credited to your fee account.If you have any questions please contact the Finance Office.

Direct Debit PaymentsFor those families who have made direct debit payments via the schools payment system please be aware that any payments that are dishonoured will attract a $3.00 charge. This is the charge that the bank passes on to the school.

School FeesSchool fee statements have been posted and all families should have received them by this time. • Families wanting the 10% discount for the total fees must ensure

that their accounts are paid by the 29 February. • Families paying within the term must have the fees paid by 23

March otherwise a late fee of $100 is applied. Please understand that to receive the discounts and to avoid the late fee all dates must be strictly adhered to.

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Champions ReadThis year our school library has decided to combine three themes in order to challenge families to connect through reading:1. Australia wide, 2012 is the “National Year of Reading”2. School wide, 2012 utilises the theme of “Fingerprints”, which is all

about leaving positive marks wherever we go.3. Library Book Week, 2012 celebrates the fact that “Champions

Read”Combining these three concepts, our library is a place where “Champions Read”. Those who put the effort into reading for learning and enjoyment show how they have left positive fingerprints to increase their skills – this is what makes a champion! In library classes students have discussed what reading means to them and have chosen words that reflect what the skill of reading involves – such as “inter-connectedness” and “imagination”. They then placed their fingerprints beside these words as a perpetual reminder of the champion readers they can become. You are most welcome to come in and look at this display. The 100 Bookclub last year was a great success with our theme “Books Are Keys to Other Worlds”. We saw many children achieve high levels of reading through this club while travelling all over our virtual world.This year we are confident we can make Champion Readers through:1. Premiers Reading Challenge (PRC)2. MS ReadathonWe hope to get as many children involved with these reading programs so they will have this valuable skill for life!

Help Us Get InvolvedOur aim is to have at least 100 students register and complete the Premiers Reading Challenge this year. Be the first 10 children to register and you will receive a prize at assembly.

What Do You Do To Participate?Step 1: Register and complete the PRC (see PRC registration form)Step 2: Participate in the MS Read-a-thon in June/JulyStep 3: Continue reading once you have finished the PRC for more FUN and prizes. For more involvement, plus reading facts and tips, stay tuned…

Parent Seminar for Gifted StudentsGERRIC provides parents of gifted children with relevant services, programs, events and information underpinned by the latest in gifted education research and best practice.SydneyDates: 11 & 12 August 2012Time: 9.30 am - 4 pmVenue: The University of New South Wales, Kensington CampusRegistration opens 7 February 2012.The course will be led by Professor Miraca Gross, Director of GERRIC and an internationally recognised authority on the education of gifted and talented children and adolescents. Professor Gross is joined by Michele Juratowitch and Rosalind Walsh (Sydney courses only) both of whom have postgraduate qualifications in gifted education. Michele is a former school counsellor with special expertise in the social and emotional development of gifted students. Rosalind has special expertise in early childhood giftedness and parenting young gifted children.For further information refer to http://gerric.arts.unsw.edu.au/for-parents/

Cross Country TrainingCross country training has been on in the mornings however it has been very wet lately. We will continue on and in a few weeks will be bringing back the Friday pancake run!

HRIS Basketball SelectionsStudents in years 5 & 6 received notes last week regarding HRIS Basketball selections in Maitland on the 20 February. These notes need to be returned ASAP to Mr Davis. Copies f notes are on the CCAS website.

HRIS Soccer & Netball TrialsNominations for HRIS Soccer and Netball were also handed out this

week in class and as well as emailed home. Please note that both selectors are requesting high quality players for trial. Year 5 & 6 trials are in early March at Newcastle. If you are interested in attending these selections please see Mr Davis.

Bess ChippendaleCongratulations to Bess Chippendale for her recent success in athletics. Bess has qualified to represent NSW at the Australian Junior Championships last weekend, where she came third in the U14 800m and second in the U14 400m. Well done Bess.

CIS NominationsCIS Nomination information for Term 1 has been placed on the windows of the PDHPE office as well as a copy on the school website. CIS nominations are usually for students in year 5 & 6. Please check to see if there are any events that interest you.

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Brazilian SoccerBrazilian Soccer Clinics came and taught the students for sport last Friday. If any students wish to join their after-school program please return the leaflets to Brazilian Soccer ASAP. After-school sessions are on Tuesday afternoons from 3.00 - 4.00pm.Sessions commence on 21 February and run until 3 April. Price: $70. If you have any questions please contact them directly on the contact details from the leaflets or See Mr Kosmeier for spare leaflets..

Music NewsConcert BandStudents interested in playing in the Concert Band please see Mr Riley or Mr Raethel ASAP. Instruments include; trumpet, saxophone, clarinet, trombone, percussion, bass guitar and more. Back to the 80’s Musical - 2011ATTENTION Students who were part of the ‘Back to the 80’s’ Musical from last year. Some of you still have not collected shirts and photo CD’s. Please come to the music/drama office to collect these items.

Vaccinations for Year 7 and 10 StudentsYour child should have already returned their vaccination forms to their roll teacher this week. A reminder that Year 7 students are on camp next week!

All year 10 studentsOne form Boosterix (diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough) - February 29All year 7 Boys Three forms Boosterix, Chickenpox and Hepatitis B - March 21All year 7 GirlsFour forms All above forms (for boys) and HPV (cervical cancer) - February 29Please return ALL completed forms or a note to explain that your child is NOT receiving school vaccinations.If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mrs Tracey Bennetts by email tbennetts@ccas.nsw.edu.au

Swimming CarnivalThe High School swimming carnival was held on Wednesday. We want to thank all the students who participated and congratulate the age champions and runners up. We will update all the recipients and the winning house in next week’s newsletter.

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It is that time again! The NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge (PRC) 2012 has commenced so if you want your child to be a CHAMPION READER please register below. Reading lists are available in the library and books are labelled with PRC stickers to help you find them easier. The Challenge runs from 1 February to 1 September 2012. Access book lists and download your personal reading log from the PRC website: https://products.schools.nsw.edu.au/prc/home.html

PAST PARTICIPANTS:

Students who have usernames and passwords from previous years PLEASE COMPLETE FORM BELOW. This is to ensure your child goes onto our reward register. Reading records can be submitted from 1st March.

If you have participated at a previous school, record your previous school when logging on for the first time in 2012.

Please indicate if:

□ your child participated in the Premier’s Reading Challenge 2011

□ you need your username and password emailed to you – email: _________________________

I have read the information outlined above and agree to my child registering and participating in the Premier’s Reading Club.

Name: ________________________________ Signature: __________________________________

NEW PARTICIPANTS:

Premier’s Reading Challenge 2012

PLEASE FILL OUT THIS FORM TO REGISTER AND YOUR USERNAME AND PASSWORD WILL BE FORWARDED TO YOU.

Any questions can be forwarded to Donna Robertson (LRC)

I would like to register my child/ren for the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge 2012. I understand that I will receive a unique username and password to enter the reading log online.

First Name Last Name Other/Middle Name Gender Grade Date of Birth

I take responsibility for validating my child’s reading log and submitting the data online.

Name of Parent/Guardian: __________________________ Signature: ________________________

Email address: _____________________________________________________________________

WORSHIP BAND

2012 AUDITIONS

SIGN UP NOW IN THE HS MUSIC OFFICE

*AUDITIONS Thurs / Fri WK 3. Lunch Time

WORSHIP BAND

2012 AUDITIONS

SIGN UP NOW IN THE HS MUSIC OFFICE

*AUDITIONS Thurs / Fri WK 3. Lunch Time

WORSHIP BAND

2012 AUDITIONS

SIGN UP NOW IN THE HS MUSIC OFFICE

*AUDITIONS Thurs / Fri WK 3. Lunch Time

CCAS CHOIR 2012 AUDITIONS

SIGN UP NOW: - MUSIC OFFICE or - See Ms. Cassie *AUDITIONS WK 3. Lunch

Central Coast Adventist School

CCAS CONCERT BAND2012 - Join NOW!

SIGN-UP SHEET IN MUSIC OFFICEBAND STARTING WEEK 3

*For more information see Mr. Riley*

Play An Instrument?Why not join the CCAS Concert Band? Do you play a musical instrument? Would you like to? All welcome from beginner to intermediate.

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