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IN THIS ISSUE:FROM THE  HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL

FINAL CHANCE BLAZER FITTING

CHAPLAINCY CHAT

2021 ENROLMENTS

NEW HOUSE BANNERS

YEAR 9 ELECTIVE FRENCH

CAMP AUSTRALIA UPDATE

STAGE 3'S GOT TALENT

YEAR 3 ART EXCURSION

HOST FAMILIES REQUIRED

TERM DATES

COLLEGE CONTACTS

FROM THE DEPUTY HEADMASTER:HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOLREV KEITH PETERSON

As I wrote this article the official proclamation across all news outlets was thatfor NSW, ‘Summer is officially over!’ and it’s all change NOW, because, ‘Autumn2020’ is upon us! Really? It’s close on 29 degrees sitting here and there is no sign at all of flocks ofautumn leaves spiralling gently through mellow sunshine???? But whether I see it, or not, this change is actually upon us and in clearsequence of season and time it will occur… And so, it surely is with and for our children. For each of them growing morefully into the 21st century here in the Hawkesbury NSW there is a future ofchange coming. It is not fully now, but as sure as that sound of leaf extractors being worked byour excellent Grounds-people across our College grounds, change is comingand, in time, it will be really upon us. So, to serve our children to be ready for all of that in-coming change?

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In the Junior School, as across the Arndell Anglican College P-12, we believe that the fullest futurefor our children can best be prepared for by recognising - and holding in daily balance of purposeand intent - their present and future learning needs. We therefore look to equip our children with a cross-seasonal pedagogy and experience of learningthat is -   This is the kind of learning that, rather than lowering sight amidst all the challenge of changingseasons, finds good eyes to see a ‘most excellent way’ forward to a future of individual andcommunity flourishing. And this is the privilege and blessing of our full mission here at Arndell Anglican College JuniorSchool – to look to provide all of our children with daily opportunity to access and to grow in thesight of that quality of learning that the Canadian educator, Michael Fullan says, has uniquecapacity to merge life and learning; A quality of deep learning that that builds character, citizenship and creativity from the experienceof, ‘Quality learning that sticks with you the rest of your life…the kind of learning that engages the world,changes the world. That contributes to the common good and can address global challenges andenable students to flourish in a complex world’ Amen! Every blessing!

Engaging and engaged: The College’s Learning Journey FrameworkTechnologically resourced, intelligent and attuned: iPads individually available for each childand explicitly attached to class learning intentions to extend and enrich possibilities of learning:the opening in 2020 of the Junior School Technology Hub; the Junior School’s connectedapproach to the creative and agile application of technology for PURPOSE.That has relevance to our children’s actually lived lives: a daily experience of DEEPLEARNING that engages with our children’s world; that is full of opportunity for real lifeapplication of learning skills and real-life problem solving (iMaths; Primary Connections:Science).

There is a final opportunity for any student who still requires ablazer fitting to have an onsite fitting at the Uniform Shop onThursday 12 March at 8:15am. A deposit of $100 is required to bepaid. Year 11/12 students requiring a senior blazer stripe, should bringtheir dry cleaned blazer to the uniform shop before 8:30am onThursday 12 March together with $35.00. Mrs Elizabeth Moore

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CORONAVIRUS Psalm 103:4-5He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies.He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle’s!  Earlier this year I had the opportunity to go into the city a few times. I must admit the city is not myfavourite place, give me the bush any day! However, as I walked around I noticed a difference, manypeople were wearing masks. It could be for a number of reasons but it was more obvious to me thisyear. The last few months have seen an increase in fear over a particular virus spreading throughoutthe world. Our country is raising awareness and the news is all over it. Again, I find myself reflecting, how do I respond as a Christian? The Old Testament had many laws inplace to deal with hygiene and uncleanness (eg, Leviticus 13). These continue to be good practiceswhich some of the advice given encourages. These practices were to help us love each other andkeep us alive. At the same time, the problems of uncleanness remind us of the sinful world in which we live. Howwe have a broken relationship with the God who made us. One of the key underlining themes of theOld Testament was that we cannot be good enough for God. In fact, it is him alone who can ‘redeemus from death’. So, at a far deeper level the current concerns point us to a God who loves his peopleby taking on the ‘virus’ of humanity himself. With this love, we realise the blessings we have in thislife and can be constantly thankful for them. May God help us to love each other as this viruscontinues to spread. If you have any questions about the Christian faith or chaplaincy at the College, please contact theChaplaincy team.

CHAPLAINCY CHATREV JEREMY CLARK

2021 ENROLMENTSMRS PENNY FINLAY

Enrolment processes are underway for 2021 and we ask current families to submit applications forchildren they are wishing to enrol at Arndell in 2021. Demand for places in 2021 has been extremely strong.  The reality is that we will most likely have afull cohort for Prep, Kindergarten and Year 7 next year with an additional registered waiting list.   Any  enrolment enquiries can be directed to our Enrolments Manager, Mrs  Penny Finlay, on 45452472 or email penny.finlay@arndell.nsw.edu.au

NEW HOUSE BANNERS

With the College's move to six houses in 2020, we unveiled six new House Banners in time for theswimming carnivals. The 6 House Mascots were drawn by Caitlin Fraser of Year 10. 

Year 9 Elective French students had a taste ofhomemade meringue in French class recently. Themeringue dates back to the 17th Century and is adessert that is commonly found in French patisseries. We enjoyed our meringues with whipped cream, arange of berries and a sprinkling of chocolate! French Club… If you are interested in learning more about Frenchlanguage, cuisine, history and culture, you might liketo come alone to French Club. All students arewelcome across all grades! If you are an elective French student, you can alsocome along to ask questions or seek clarification onwork you have done in class. French Club is on Thursday Week B from 3:15 – 4:15.

CAMP AUSTRALIA UPDATE

A new room coordinator and assistant coordinator have commencedwith the before and afterschool care service run by Camp Australia at theCollege.   Uma Shanemougham (Coordinator) Uma is a diploma qualified  professional educator with the ability toconnect with children of all ages.  Passionate about making a differencein children’s lives and developing their social, emotional, intellectualand motor skills. Uma believes that each child is a unique individual, andthat all children develop through their own pattern of growth anddevelopment.  Uma loves doing gardening and yoga to stay calm andhappy. Kelley Conna (Assistant) Kelley is a certificate qualified educator who loves to meet people andenjoy time with children.  Her interests are in making the children smileand happy, also she is committed to keeping the service clean.

STAGE 3'S GOT TALENTMR BRETT MILLS

On Monday 2 March, Year 3 went on an excursion to the Art Gallery of NSW. The students were ableto observe artworks by past Year 12 students in ArtExpress and experience, in person the art ofcontemporary Australian artists such as Fred Williams, Margaret Preston and John Brack that theyare looking at in their Visual Arts lessons. After having lunch in the Botanical Gardens the students all sat and sketched what they saw. It was awonderful way to end a fantastic day of artistic discovery.

YEAR 3 ART EXCURSIONMISS ANNIKA HODGSON

Over the last five weeks we have been enjoyingour new Dance Program (PDHPE), learning aboutthe elements of Dance and getting our best moveson. A big thanks to Mr Leuenberger for his huge efforton this new program, it was great fun and a bigstep up from the Barn Dance, Time Warp andMacarena! Year 6 just pipped Year 5 in the Dance-Off… better luck next year guys!

COLLEGE CONTACTS

Headmaster:Deputy Headmaster - Operations P-12:       Deputy Headmaster - Secondary School 7-12:Assistant Head of Secondary School:Deputy Headmaster - Junior School P - 6:                                     Assistant Head of Junior School - Curriculum:Assistant Head Junior School – Pastoral Care & Organisation:Director of Curriculum 7-12:                      Director of Professional Learning:                     Director of Strategy and Planning:Chaplain P-12:Director of Business Serivces:             Enrolments Manager: Careers and Tertiary Education Advisor: Equestrian Co-ordinator:  Uniform Shop:   Before and After School Care:  Canteen:  Website: Advocate Newsletter: Sport Scene Newsletter:

Dr Gareth LeechmanMr Austin RobinsonMr Alex KochMr David HallRev. Keith PetersonMrs Tamasin LoweMrs Larne JacobsMrs Katrina NewMr Ian FinnMrs Karen MerrickRev Jeremy ClarkMrs Jodie Woods Mrs Penny Finlay Mr Tom Lavelle Mr Leon Carrollequestrian@arndell.nsw.edu.au Mrs Elizabeth Moore – 4572 3254Shop Opening Hours – Term TimeMonday – 2.30 pm to 4.00 pmTuesday – 8.15 am to 4.00 pmThursday – 8.15 am to 6.00 pm Camp Australia -  1300 105 343 www.campaustralia.com.auBefore School Care: 6:45 am – 8:45 amAfter School Care: 2:45 pm – 6:00 pmCoordinator – 0401 904 531 Monday – Friday – 4545 2486  www.arndell.nsw.edu.au penny.finlay@arndell.nsw.edu.au sport@arndell.nsw.edu.au