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Newsletter of Green Point Christian College

Green Point Christian CollegeAvoca Drive, Green Point NSW 2251Locked Bag 1 Kincumber NSW 2251

P: (02) 4363 1266 F: (02) 4363 1082Absentee Line: (02) 4367 9950Excursion Line: (02) 4367 9900

Email: offi ce@gpcc.nsw.edu.auOffi ce Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm

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Mrs Debra Walls | Principal The No on of Greatness …No doubt you will have heard of the death of Muhammad Ali this week, whose catch cry and constant declara on was “I am the greatest” - a comment I am sure all of us would be able to a ribute to him at a Trivia Night. Muhammad Ali is part of the cult of celebrity, people who others look up to and admire, because they have achieved something signifi cant – something that required discipline and long term dedica on.

Another would be Sir Edmund Hillary who with the assistance of his Nepalese Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, reached the summit of Mount Everest on 29 May 1953, long before our modern technology supported the ascent. His infl uen al climb demonstrated a determina on and tenacity that we admire.

The percep on of “greatness” has changed as our media focussed world has magnifi ed the lives of reality television and fi lm stars. If I asked you to name two “great people”, I wonder what your response would be and how you defi ne greatness. Greatness is a heavy mantle to carry, for it exhibits a range of characteris cs that need a great deal of energy. Yet when I think of greatness I think of words like compassion, integrity, love for others, kindness, gentleness, meekness, all of which are Fruit of a Spirit that seeks to serve rather than be served.

In the Gospel of Ma hew Jesus spoke about the no on of greatness when He said: the rulers of the Gen les lord it over them … not so with you … instead whoever wants to be great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be fi rst must be your slave – just as the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give His life as a ransom for many.

What can be learned from Jesus’ words? That true greatness is unreservedly about serving and servanthood. If this is how we defi ne greatness, then we think about people like Mother Theresa and others like her whose whole life was dedicated to those who needed help and support just to survive. Greatness then becomes an indelible mark that we leave behind in the lives and hearts of others – it acknowledges our humanity and the care we have for each other.

Let our lives refl ect greatness in the way we love and care for each other and in the way we are always on the lookout to off er whatever is needed. How good is our world when brothers and sisters live together in unity, however, greatness can be no be er refl ected than it the words of John 3:1, How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God.

Blessings,

Debra

A Ministry of Green Point Bap st Church

In this issue:From the Principal ......................1Junior School News .................. 2-3Secondary School News .............4Missions and Service ..................5Sport ...........................................6College/GPBC News .................. 7-9Green Point Trader/Rosters .......10

PrayerRemember those who are suff ering illness in your prayers.

Pray for focus and endurance for our Year 12 students.

PraisePraise God for the Green Team. Give thanks for all the unseen work performed.

Praise God for our Canteen volunteers.

"Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty." John 6:35

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K7Junior School News

Head of School Awardees plus Cupcakes, Chat and Celebrate

We congratulate the following students for achieving the Head of School awards for this week: Ava Donald, KDL; Anna Kastelan, KP; Benjamin Johnson, 1MM; Hannah Myers, 1PB; Ava Perak, 1SM; Aidan van Es, 2B; Poppy Child, 2D; Kyne Baird, 2W; Caleb Northey, 3P; Emily Ryan, 3W; Eliana Fraser, 3/4D; Hamish Woodhouse, 4H; Talan Pearce, 4S; Mitchell Fyfe, 5B; Ashton Cahill, 5L; Ellio Vivian, 5/6L; Patrick Smith, 6M and Joshua Blair, 6P. Every Thursday, awardees are invited to a special morning tea in the Staff Common Room.

Student “Code of Conduct” for Bus Travel

Thank you to the majority of our students who have exemplary behaviour on the buses to and from school. However, we con nue to receive reports that some students’ behaviour is not in keeping with our College or the Bus “Code of Conduct” for students. While we do follow up individually with students involved in nega ve behaviour, we would also encourage parents to emphasise the following to ensure safe and pleasant travels to and from school daily for all students. We appreciate parents partnering with us.

Please:

• Respect the needs and comfort of other passengers, such as no use of off ensive or racist language, fi gh ng, spi ng, placing feet on seats, throwing things in or from the bus, ea ng or drinking.

• Obey direc ons from the driver.

• Refrain from a rac ng the a en on of the driver except in the case of emergency.

• Ensure bags are under the seats, not on the seats.

Junior School students are required to sit in the front half of the bus only.

The NSW Department of Transport website emphasises that disobeying these rules may lead to the withdrawal of School Passes and/or prosecu on. We would not like to see this happen for any student.

h ps://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/studentCodesOfConduct#scrollTarget1

Cancer Council – Nutri on / Healthy Foods workshop for Parents 9.00am – 10.45am

A free Fruit and Vege workshop for parents presented by Cancer Council NSW will be held again in August. If you would like to know more about crea ng balance in your children's diet and improving the health of your family and save money, then come along on Friday 5 August at 9.00am - 10.45am in C2.

Helping Hands Student Ini a ve

This week, the Student Representa ve Council (SRC) started a new ini a ve called “Helping Hands”. Students from Years 5 and 6 have volunteered to be on a playground roster to assist students with friendship issues at both recess and lunch mes. We are so proud of the ini a ve of our leaders, their

servant hearts and their desire to help the younger students in our school. Of course, if there are issues that need teacher assistance, our “Helping Hands” leaders will direct students to the teachers on duty or to their classroom teachers. Well done Year 5 and 6 students. Thank you for making our College a be er place.

Some Advance Dates for your Calendar

Friday 10 June - Year 1 Excursion

Friday 10 June - Love in Ac on "Crea ng Healthy Boundaries" Workshop (morning session 9:15am)

Tuesday 14 June - Love in Ac on "Crea ng Healthy Boundaries" Workshop (evening session 7:30pm)

Friday 1 July - Junior School Reports sent home

Friday 1 July - Last day of Term 2

Monday 11 July - Girls Coding Holiday Workshop 9:30am - 4:30pm

Friday 5 August - Cancer Council NSW Free Fruit and Vege Sense Workshop 9:00am

Mrs Kerry Paterson | Head of Junior School Welcome to Term 2, Week 7.

This week Junior School is focusing on “Joshua – Stronger to Lead” taken from Joshua 1:1-5; 5:13 – 6:20, 6:27. God commanded Joshua to be strong and courageous because He would be with him in the challenging role as leader of an invading army. We want our children to grasp that God will give them courage as they a empt challenging things for Him. Our Bible verse con nues as: Joshua 1:9 “I’ve commanded you to be strong and brave. Don’t ever be afraid or discouraged! I am the Lord your God, and I will be there to help you wherever you go.”

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Hands-On Holiday Technology Workshop for Girls 10 – 14 years old – Monday 11 July 2016

It is exci ng for our College to be hos ng the fi rst ever interac ve Technology holiday program especially for girls on the Central Coast. Robo cs, Electronics, 3D Prin ng, X-Tex les and Coding will be explored with Pip Cleaves. Pip's Girl Coding workshops come highly recommended by the parents of Lucy Johnson and Chris na Stewart (Year 6) who a ended one at Kellyville in January 2016. The workshop runs from 9:00am un l 4:30pm. No experience is needed and all support materials will be provided. The cost for the day is $90. For more informa on and to register go to: h p://www.girlcode.net/workshop-info-and-registra on.html

About the presenter:

Pip Cleaves is a Head Teacher of Learning Innova on at Sydney Secondary College in Leichhardt (Years 7-10) Campus. She is passionate about STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Maths). Pip runs her own business as a Senior Educa on Consultant helping teachers everywhere to integrate 21st Century focused deeper e-learning opportuni es into their classrooms. Pip works globally and na onally with Microso and Adobe to ensure professional learning opportuni es for educators. You can read more about her at: h p://www.dle.net.au/pip-cleaves.html and h ps://www.linkedin.com/in/pipcleaves.

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K7Secondary School News

Mr Peter McLellan | Head of Secondary School

I understand the pressure students can feel when they have a lot of things due. This pressure rises the longer procras na on takes place. It is very important that a consistent approach is taken and that we do not rescue them constantly. There needs to be consequences for poor decision, so that they can learn and build resilience.

Resilience in Teenagers

Resilience is a powerful resource for teens. It is the ability to “bounce back” from diffi culty or failure; the ability to not only overcome challenges, but to be posi vely impacted by them. As a teenager, challenges present on a daily basis and the way teens approach these challenges determines whether they win over adversity or whether adversity wins over them.

There are many ways that we can help teens to build resilience in their lives. One of them is to encourage them to develop safe rela onships where they can express their emo ons, their concerns, their hopes and dreams. Another is to encourage them to explore their own emerging beliefs about life, the world and themselves.

One of the most important contribu ons in building resilience however, is to encourage teens to “have a go” without the fear of failure. Part of learning to “bounce back” is realising that it is ok to fail. Not only is it ok, but it is an important part of life – try, occasionally fail, and try again.

A well-known psychologist, Mar n Seligman, spoke of learned op mism. Becoming an op mis c and resilient teen is something that can in fact be learned. As teens realise that they have permission to try, fail and try again, they become less afraid and more resilient.

With school stress, peer stress (and yes, occasional parental stress), resilience is something that will benefi t teens immensely, so keep looking for opportuni es to help them build this valuable life skill.

Year 9 Stand Tall Event

Last week Year 9 went to Sydney, along with a number of both State and Private schools, for the Stand Tall Event. It was a great event where students were challenged to have a diff erent view on their future in the areas of service, drugs and alcohol, and their ability to do amazing things for the be erment of others. It was a fantas c event with strong Chris an speakers.

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. Please make sure that students are wearing a blazer fi rst for warmth. A few students are star ng to wear incorrect shoes, so please make sure enclosed leather black shoes that meet the styles which have been specifi ed, are worn. Just a reminder that if it is cold and a student wishes to wear a scarf, it must be in school colours.

Do the Right Thing

This old slogan has gone, but the idea should remain. Every student needs to look a er our College and put rubbish in the bins.

The Dreaming – College Musical

Don’t miss the event of the year! This produc on will be held in the MPC from Wednesday 29 June – Friday 1 July, 7:30pm. There will also be two ma nee performances – Thursday 30 June and Friday 1 July at 12:00pm. See page 7 for more details.

Monday Rehearsal - 13 June 2016 Queen's Birthday Public Holiday

12:00pm – 2.30pm Act 1 Finale and numbers

2:30pm – 5:00pm Act 2

Everyone is required for this me – for those able to make it. With only three weeks remaining before we hit the stage, students are rehearsing well. Being at rehearsal will help us to polish the numbers with everyone present. Thank you so much for your support in this produc on. Mrs Kerrie Rochford

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Mr Andrew McInnes | Head of Spiritual Development K-12

“ … you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8

One of the most important aspects of Jesus’ teaching on the Sermon on the Mount is when He gives the advice to "seek fi rst his kingdom" (Ma hew 6:33), a call to trust Him completely with your life, put Him fi rst in all areas of your life, and to trust that He has your best interests at heart. To "seek fi rst the kingdom of God" is a trust issue. Can God be trusted to care for me, protect me, provide for me, comfort me, guide me? This week in Chapel Mr Andrew McGillivray explored with the students why God can be trusted. Because God is good, He would never harm us and has no evil or malicious inten ons toward us. Why not take an opportunity this week to have a conversa on as a family about how God has shown Himself to be trustworthy in your life.

Australian Indigenous Ministries - Service Trip

We have a fantas c opportunity for boys in Year 9 to head west and spend a week serving the communi es of Brewarrina, Gulargambone, Gilgandra and Warren, sharing the Gospel message in partnership with AIM (Australian Indigenous Ministries). We will have some representa ves from AIM sharing at Chapel next week (Wednesday 15 June) and then we will hold an Informa on Evening (7:30pm - 8:30pm) in the Staff Common Room on that same day for those who are interested in fi nding out more. Please contact Mr Andrew McGillivray at the College for further informa on.

CRU Winter Camps

Looking for something to do in the upcoming holidays? Why not check out one of the many op ons available through Crusaders. Check out www.crucamps.com.au.

Watoto Children’s Choir

Once again Watoto Children’s Choir from Uganda wowed audiences with their dynamic performance last Friday night. The Choir presented Watoto’s vision and mission through their stories of God’s love, with music and dance which is an energe c fusion of contemporary gospel and tradi onal African rhythms. Watoto Children’s Choirs travel interna onally as advocates for the es mated 50 million orphaned and vulnerable children in Africa. Each of the children in the choir have been abandoned or suff ered the loss of one or both of their parents through poverty, war or disease and now live in a Watoto village. An es mated $3,000 was collected from the love off ering, as well as many Watoto children being sponsored and souvenirs were sold from the merchandise tables. The evening concluded with our students being invited up on stage to join the choir with dancing, along with some students on behalf of the Junior School Library Service Group presen ng the Choir with handmade cards and gi s.

Thank you to Forrester’s Beach Resort for once again accommoda ng the Watoto Team leaders free of charge, Green Point Bap st Church MAC team for cooking the BBQ, Staff members and College families for bille ng the Choir, Staff members for preparing meals for the choir, and for many College students who assisted behind the scenes. Mrs Jus ne Collins, Supervisor of Service

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K7Sport News

CSSA Zone Soccer Gala DayA er an early morning and long bus trip, the team was met with a cool, but sunny day in Tamworth.

The Senior Boys team started their campaign with a solid win over Taree and by the end of the Round Robin stage, had won two games and lost one. However, our entry into the Semi-Finals became complicated as following a count back it was found that both Green Point Chris an College and Belmont Chris an College had equal points and the same goal diff erence. Therefore, we were suddenly in a penalty shoot out to determine who would progress to the Semi-Finals as the fi rst placed team from our pool. A er some heart stopping moments we eventually won the shoot out and found ourselves playing against Wyong Chris an School in the Semi-Finals.

We started our Semi-Finals solidly, domina ng play and crea ng chances, but unfortunately we conceded a goal against the run of play. Despite a great eff ort by the team we were unable to score and subsequently we were knocked out.

It was a fantas c day and each member of the team displayed great sportsmanship throughout the tournament and were wonderful ambassadors for our College.

Mr Ma hew Rosee

CSSA Netball Gala DayA er all the terrible weather on the weekend I am thankful that all the girls stayed commi ed to their teams by arriving at the College at 6:00am on Monday to drive to Penrith for the CSSA Netball Gala Day. It was a fantas c day with sunshine, great compe on and wonderful sportsmanship.

The Senior Girls had their best game against Oxford Falls, but unfortunately did not make it to the Finals.

The Junior Girls B team had some fantas c results coming equal fi rst in their pool to move through to the Quarter Finals. It was a great game but they did not progress to the Semi Finals.

The Junior Girls A team played brilliantly, making it through to the Semi Finals against Oxford Falls and in an epic extra me ba le, fi nished as Runners Up.

All girls displayed the Fruits of the Spirit throughout their wins and losses and brought God much glory through their talents.

Congratula ons to Jessica Plater, Charlize Lloyd-Phillips and Meggan Noakes for making it into the CIS squad.

A huge thank you to Beth Atkin and Mrs Corinna Reynolds for their amazing coaching and commitment to the teams.

Mrs Angela Kirk

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K7College News

College MusicalTickets for “The Dreaming” are now available from the College offi ce. Wednesday 29 June - Friday 1 July at 7:30pm. A reminder that this year we have two ma nee performances – Thursday 30 June and Friday 1 July @ 12pm. All ckets to these shows (ma nees) are $5.

GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE presents

Music by Howard Goodall Text by Charles Hart

by arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia Pty Ltd on behalf of Faber Music

7.30pm Wednesday 29 June – Friday 1 July 2016 12pm Thursday 30 June & Friday 1 July

Adults: $15 Pensioner: $12

Student/Child: $10 Matinee: $5

Tickets available from College Office on 4363 1266

In College Multi-Purpose Centre Avoca Drive, Green Point

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Upcoming dates Thursday, 9 June

Year 2 Swimming LessonsPrimary CSSA Gymnas csUni of Newcastle presenta on to Year 12 Secondary Regional Futsal Gala DayJosie Mitchell Deba ng Compe on Friday, 10 June

"Crea ng Healthy Boundaries" Love in Ac on workshop 9:15amYear 1 Zoo ExcursionYear 9 Science Incursion Monday, 13 June

Queen's Birthday Public Holiday"The Dreaming" - rehearsal Tuesday, 14 June

UNSW Wri ng Compe onJS a er School Art Club"Crea ng Healthy Boundaries" Love in Ac on workshop 7:30pm Wednesday, 15 June

Choir 8:00amUNSW Spelling Compe on Thursday, 2 June

CIS Cross Country ChampionshipsYear 2 Swimming LessonsPLUNGE presenta on to Year 12 Friday, 17 June

Secondary Futsal Gala DayNSW JCL Chess Tournament

Green Point Baptist Church

Green Point Baptist

Church Sunday Service

9:30am Visit: www.gpbc.net.au

Lost PropertyParents please check names of clothing, hats etc to ensure that your child has the correct items. O en children uninten onally bring home someone else’s uniform items which can go unno ced. We have had a number of enquiries regarding lost uniform items which have not been returned to the offi ce.

CareersInforma on regarding Careers is now on our website.

Click here www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au and follow the links (News Careers) to go to our Careers page.

Student Car ParkParents are requested not to park in the student car park located on Avoca Drive next to the 7-Eleven Petrol Sta on. This is part of our Traffi c Management Plan for our children’s safety: The STUDENT CAR PARK, adjacent to the petrol sta on, should not be used by parents, as it is not supervised and has no pedestrian areas.

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Green Point Trader

Term Dates 2016

Term 2, 2016 Tuesday 26 April 2016 to

Friday 1 July 2016

Term 3, 2016 Monday 25 July 2016 to

Friday 23 September 2016

Term 4, 2016 Monday 10 October 2016 to Thursday 8 December 2016

Uniform Shop

Operating TimesMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday during the School Term: 8:30am - 11:00am (Closed Wednesdays)

A ernoons by appointment only.

Alternate ways to make purchases:

1. Write items on a lunch order bag, enclose cash or cheque and lodge through the Canteen.

2. Lodge order and payment through Recep on.

3. Phone order to Uniform Shop and pay by credit card.

4. Email uniform@gpcc.nsw.edu.au

Always include your child’s name and Year Group for delivery.

Credit card slips and a receipt are always issued.

Green Point Christian CollegeAvoca Drive, Green Point NSW 2251 | Locked Bag 1 Kincumber NSW 2251

P: (02) 4363 1266 F: (02) 4363 1082 | Absentee Line: (02) 4367 9950 | Excursion Line: (02) 4367 9900Email: offi ce@gpcc.nsw.edu.au | Offi ce Hours: 8.30am - 4.00pm

Th e Messenger

Do you want to know where all your money goes at the end of the month or want be er skills at managing your fi nances? You are invited to a CAP (Chris ans Against Poverty) Money Course at The Coast Community Church, 39 Bundaleer Crescent, Bensville for three consecu ve Sunday a ernoons on 26 June, 3 July and 10 July from 1:30pm - 3:30pm. Childcare will be available. For more details please phone Lynne on 0425 202 920.

For Sale: School blazer size 100. Brand new $95. Phone Sue 0403 305 280.

Piano Tui on: Beginners to advanced welcome. Currently two places available at the College on Fridays with past student and musician, Harrison Stowe. Phone 0423 821 940.

For Sale: Trailer, lockable body, Ex Outback Link Missions support vehicle. Suit tradesman or camping. Includes solar power, water tank, ligh ng etc Phone John 0431 115 520.

Firewood For Sale: $130 per square metre, hardwood split ready to go. Phone Brian Shaw 0404 478 341. (All proceeds to College missions).

If you would like to place an adver sement in the Green Point Trader, please email details to Marie Hay at newsle er@gpcc.nsw.edu.au

Canteen VolunteersWeek 8 Term 2Monday, 13.06.2016

Public Holiday

Tuesday, 14.06.2016

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Wednesday, 15.06.2016

Michele Willis, Janine Pike-Gale

Thursday, 16.06.2016

Jo Summergreene

Friday, 17.06.2016

Peta Stambolis, Sue Guest, John Graham

Coast Shelter Restaurant 346 Mann Street, Gosford If you would like to be on the roster, please email offi ce@gpbc.net.au or 0419 986 740.

11 June 2016OIC and Food Pick Up: Penny WilliamsHelpers: Amy Connolly, Tosca Brand, Vicki Wickert, Cunningham

18 June 2016OIC: Stephen HayFood Pickup: Arthur PickersgillHelpers: Debby and Vanessa Andersson, GPCC Youth x 3

25 June 2016OIC and Food Pickup: William ArnotKitchen Manager: Tony HerbertHelpers: Cherylee Corcoran, Jessica Noble, Karin Hensley, Maddie Linnet