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Newsletter of Green Point Christian College

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Mrs Debra Walls | Principal Living by Grace …From his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. (John 1:16)

The wondrous thing about grace is that it saves us from a life without God and off ers us an empowered life with God. One of the greatest martyrs of the last century was German theologian Dietrich Bonhoeff er, who was executed in the German concentra on camp of Flossenburg on 9 April 1945, which was only two weeks before allied forces arrived to liberate its prisoners.

Bonhoeff er dedicated his life to Jesus and was actually safe in America comple ng his postdoctoral studies when in an act of selfl essness and courage he decided to return to Germany to share the suff ering of those oppressed by the Nazis as a sign of his solidarity with them. He was eventually imprisoned for his beliefs in 1943.

It was Bonhoeff er’s calm surrender in the con nual shadow of death that demonstrated to those around him the reality of grace. It is what we see when we read the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ life and eventual death – they are all about the grace of God in the Gospels. What true grace does for us, is to give us a strength of character that is costly and that compels us to serve God with all our hearts and minds. This means constant confession and service to ensure that others hear that message.

When Bonhoeff er understood the nature of grace he dedicated his life to others, to telling the wondrous story of the grace of God. Even as death approached he said, “this is the end – but for me a beginning”. As we come to understand more and more of God’s grace through submission, we move to new seasons in our life where our personal habits drive us to daily medita on on God’s Word, becoming more and more aware of God.

The Scriptures encourage us to prepare ourselves daily as agents of Jesus’ message and the salva on story. God intervened and demonstrated His love for us when He sent Jesus, and when Jesus died on the Cross, those who witnessed if fi rst hand, and we who experience it through medita ng on His Word, are the recipients of grace beyond comprehension.

When we read God’s Word and live our lives according to those words, which is what submission is, we understand like Bonhoeff er that the defi ni on of grace – is the ac on of God in our hearts. Praise God that our rela onship with Him is interac ve and whilst we are currently bound by human constraints, there will come a me when we will be with God for eternity.

“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gi of God.” Ephesians 2:8

A Ministry of Green Point Bap st Church

In this issue:From the Principal ......................1Junior School News .................. 2-3Secondary School News ........... 4-5Missions and Service ..................5Sport News ............................... 6-7College/GPBC News ................. 8-11Green Point Trader/Rosters .......12

PrayerPray for Year 12 students who have Major Works due in the next week.

Pray for wisdom in elec ve subject choices for Year 10 students.

PraisePraise God for His provision.

Praise God for the success of our bridge building team.

"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize." 1 Corinthians 9:24

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Head of School Awardees plus Cupcakes, Chat and Celebrate

We congratulate the following students for achieving the Head of School awards for this week:

Ezekiel Cohen, KDL; Jake Ryan-Si o, KG; Bonita Carblis, KP; Abbey Snelson, 1MM; Sasha Vasin, 1PB; Sienna Fresco, 1SM; Tyler Reid, 2B; Brian Tsang, 2D; Graciela Drogue , 2W; Isaiah Carblis, 3P; Joshua van Wyk, 3W; Millie Pe ford, 3/4D; Sophie Filo, 4H; Scarle Brennan, 4S; Grace Hayden, 5B; Ethan Gan, 5L; Rex Allwood, 5/6L; Brock Symington, 6M and Ronan Casey, 6P.

Every Thursday, awardees are invited to a special morning tea in the Staff Common Room.

Green Point Chris an College Olympics

The medals are being won across all the Green Point Chris an College countries with Kenya, Canada, PNG and Switzerland leading the way to date. Our nineteen countries are compe ng for gold, silver and bronze medals across all learning areas. The fi nal winning country will be announced on Monday, 22 August at our 9.00am Junior School Assembly. 1 Corinthians 9:24 “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize.”

Science Week: Monday 15 August – Friday 19 August

How is the rocket building going in your household? What a fun ac vity to par cipate in - thank you Mr Strickling and Mr Drennan.

Events including a robot poster compe on, bo le rocket compe on and a drone racing demonstra on start next week. Just a reminder:

The bo le rocket compe on is open to all students K-12.

Simply build your rocket around a standard 1.25 litre PET bo le (with the nozzle at the back). We will add some water, insert a cork with a needle, put it on our launch ramp at 45 degrees, pump air in and watch it blast off .

Prizes for diff erent age groups including for the furthest range, wackiest rockets and the most inspira onal. Parents are invited to watch on Wednesday 17 August at lunch me, down on the oval.

The Robot Poster Compe on is open to K-6.

Class teachers have the entry forms. The poster compe on closes on Monday 15 August and there are two prizes per class.

Book Week Parade and Fair – Friday 26 August 2016

The teachers have organised their characters and costumes ready for the Book Week Parade. How are you going?

Please do not forget it is a “book” parade not a “movie” parade, with the focus on bringing your chosen character book as a prop for the parade. We want to encourage our students to enjoy and engage in increased reading.

Please be aware that at Green Point Chris an College we do not dress up as witches, goblins, ghosts etc or from books like Harry Po er. We want all children to enjoy the event and not to be scared or exposed to things that they are not normally exposed to in their family. Thank you for respec ng this in our community.

The Library is also running Book Week compe ons around the theme of Australia: Story Country:

• K - 2: Colouring Compe on

• Years 3 - 4: Diorama

• Years 5 - 6: Diorama or Photo Compe on

We look forward to a fabulous Book Week with children eagerly engaged in reading.

"Children are made readers on the laps of their parents." Emilie Buchwald

Fathers' Day Stall – Helpers Needed

Our Fathers’ Day stall is just over two weeks away. With 490+ gi s to wrap, chocolates to bundle, dona ons to sort and happy, smiling faces needing to be served at the stalls, many hands will defi nitely make light work.

Any me you can spare to help out for the wrapping and sor ng day and/or the Fathers’ Day Stall would be greatly appreciated.

Important dates to put in your diary:

Thursday 25 August (9:00am-12:00pm): Wrapping and sor ng morning (and Coloured T-Shirt Day);

Monday 29 August (1:30pm-3:00pm): Year 6 “Pop-up” Stall;

Tuesday 30 August (8:30am – 2:00pm): Fathers’ Day Stall for Kindergarten to Year 5.

If you can help, please contact Kris ne Mereau (0418 471 543) mereau@bigpond.com or sign up on the FDS contact sheet in the Offi ce.

Mrs Kerry Paterson | Head of Junior School Welcome to Week 3, Term 3.

This week Junior School is focusing on “The Spirit of God Works with People to Help Others”, refl ec ng on Ephesians 4:1-6. We encourage the children to think about the diff erences that could occur in their life if the Holy Spirit was direc ng them all the me. What a challenge for us as adults as well.

Our Bible verse is: God planned for us to do good things and to live as he has always wanted us to live. Ephesians 2:10

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Na onally Consistent Collec on of Data (NCCD) for School Students With a Disability

Under the Educa on Act, all Australian schools are required to report the informa on required for NCCD to the Australian Government annually. The informa on that the College provides does not iden fy individual students. It provides schools, educa on authori es and the community with a clear picture of the number of students with a disability in schools, and the adjustments they are provided to enable them to par cipate in educa on on the same basis as other students. A Public Informa on No ce which has been developed by the Australian Government to provide students, parents and carers with important privacy informa on in rela on to NCCD, can be located at h p://educa on.gov.au/no ces

Please do not hesitate to contact the Deputy Principal, Mrs Jane McLarty if you have any ques ons.

MyZone Connect – 21 August to 18 September

Green Point Bap st Church invites students to join MyZone each Sunday morning from 9:15am – 11:00am if they do not already belong to a Church family. A fl yer has gone home with Junior School students already. Please contact Louise Eccleston (Children and Families Pastor for Green Point Bap st Church) for more informa on on 0425 239 414.

40 Hour Famine – World Vision 19 - 21 August

As a College community we are suppor ng the 40 Hour Famine, encouraging students to bless those with much less than we enjoy. All registra ons and dona ons can be done online at:

h ps://40hf2016.everydayhero.com/au/team-gpcc-virginia

To further our support and par cipa on, we are holding a whole College Mu i-Day on Friday 19 August for a gold coin dona on. Please ensure students wear appropriate clothing refl ec ng the College’s dress standards and enclosed shoes for feet protec on.

Some advanced dates for your Term 3 Calendar

Friday, 26 August - Book Fair and Book Parade;

Tuesday, 30 August - Friday, 2 September - Year 6 Canberra excursion;

Tuesday, 20 September - Grandparents' Day;

Wednesday 21 September - Junior School Talent Quest;

Wednesday, 21 September - Junior School Musical Evening;

Friday 23 September - Last day of Term 3.

CANCER COUNCIL – DAFFODIL DAY PRODUCTS

It is that me of year again and our supplies have arrived from the Cancer Council. We have the following items for sale:

Daff odil Keyring - $5

Dougal Bear with Suit and Bow e - $10

Daff odil Day Magnet - $4

Daff odil Day Pin - $5

And three diff erent types of pens – all $5 each

If you would like to purchase any of these items and help us raise money for Cancer Council, please see Mrs Davis. The Dougal Bears are always popular and are limited this year, so you will need to get in early.

Thank you for your ongoing support.

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Mr Peter McLellan | Head of Secondary School

Prefects 2016/17

Our new prefects have been inducted and we are very excited to have such a wonderful group of students who want to serve the College in this way:

MADD Nite

Put the date of 17 August in your diary and come and see the talent of our HSC students in Music, Art, Drama and Design. It is your chance to see Major Works in many of our prac cal subjects.

Student Drivers

Years 11 and 12 parents of students driving to school - please ensure your children have completed the Student Driver Permission Form and are parking in the student car park to allow for more parent car spaces in the main car park. This form is located in the student diary and should be completed before a student drives to school.

World Vision

This is a reminder that the 40 Hour Famine is running again within the College with many students taking part in this worthy cause. World Vision does a great job in so many areas to help the poor in this world. Please support the many par cipants in this endeavour. For more details please contact Mrs Lumby in the TAS Department. Our target is $10,000 and I know we can reach this amount and think of all the good it can do in such a needy world. All registra ons and dona ons are online: h ps://40hf2016.everydayhero.com/au/team-gpcc-virginia

Year 12 Trial HSC

The Trial HSC is underway and many students are extremely stressed. Please pray for them and their families over the next two weeks that they will be able to remain focused and mo vated as they struggle through these diffi cult exams. Many of the exams are three hours in length which truly tests the stamina and focus of the students.

Also please pray for all of the Year 12 students that have their Major Works due in the next few weeks. This adds even extra pressure at this me.Count down to the HSC – fi ve hints to keep perspec veThe fi rst HSC exam is fast approaching and it is important to ensure your fi nal weeks of study are spent produc vely and effi ciently, to maximise your results. The last few weeks before your exams can be used to refi ne your notes and iden fy any areas that need further review. Here are some ps that I recommend to all students who are about to sit the HSC exam.

Maintain your rou ne

Having a strong rou ne that balances study and leisure me is important in the fi nal weeks before the HSC. Students are usually tempted to change their rou ne once their classes have fi nished, preferring to stay up late and then sleeping in the next day. Although it may be temp ng, I strongly discourage anyone from dras cally changing their rou ne before si ng the HSC.

For the last couple of years you have been roughly ge ng up and going to school at the same me, so why change a pa ern that your body is use to? Once classes have fi nished at your school, try and replicate the school day when you study. Get up at the same me every day, have set breaks and study mes that you can follow, focus on two to three subjects a day and study in a quiet area that is free of distrac on. By studying during the day you also create free me in the evening for yourself, to relax and avoid burning out from too much study.

Break your study into blocks

It is really important that you reward your study me with free me, as students may be tempted to study for long periods

which can be ring and emo onally draining. I recommend that for every hour you study, take a 10 minute break. By breaking your study into blocks and clearly defi ning your break mes, you are less likely to get distracted or procras nate.

Planning out your study me can also help mo vate you. If you come across a topic which you really do not enjoy, mo vate yourself by affi rming that you only have to look at the topic for an hour before you can have a break. If you are struggling to focus on your study and keep on ge ng distracted, change your study loca on. Go outside, fi nd an alterna ve room or study at your local library.

Teach a subject to a friend

One of the most eff ec ve ways to learn and remember a topic is to actually teach it. Everyone has a preference for how they study, however the process of teaching a topic to someone else requires you to analysis a topic and then communicate it in a manner they will understand. This ac ve approach to study is memorable because you are communica ng the topic in your own words, which you are likely to remember.

- Sophie Anderson - Kyle de Zeeuw- Madeleine Correy-Smith - Ma hew Reynolds- Gabrielle Cruden - Hamish Smith- Olivia Farmer - Ma hew Strickling- Brooke MacGregor - Harrison van Vliet- Hannah Raeside- Jane Spragg

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During the fi nal weeks, fi nd a study partner for each subject. Split the topics of the subject between you and then take it in turns, teaching the topics to each other. If you cannot fi nd a study partner, why not teach a subject to a family member or explain the topic to yourself in the mirror?

The night before your exams

The night before your HSC exams can be a night full of nerves. It is important that you get a good night’s sleep so that you do not feel drowsy and are able to concentrate the next day. If you are following a regular rou ne, falling asleep should be easier.

Before going to bed, try and quieten your mind by media ng for 10 minutes and controlling your breathing. If you have been lying awake for a while and you do not think you can get to sleep, try ge ng up and studying for an hour before going back to bed and trying to fall asleep.

If you are planning on cramming before the exam, make sure you have set deadlines for when you have to go to bed. Some people fi nd using fl ash cards or reading their notes out loud as a great way to do the fi nal review before the exam.

A er the exams

Some mes the worst can happen when you sit your exams. There is a sec on you cannot answer, you run out of me or it is simply just a bad day. Although it may feel like the end of the world, remember that a lower than expected ATAR is not the end of the world. No ma er what happened in the exams or during Year 12, there are always alterna ve ways to get into the university degree you want. Whether it is by comple ng a UTS:INSEARCH diploma or transferring from another program, if you have a dream career, s ck to it and look for the alterna ve way.

Mock Trial

Last week the Mock Trial team returned as victors from the 1st Elimina on Round of the Mock Trial compe on. We were successful winning the round against St Edward’s College with a score of 292/281. Congratula ons to the team who put in an enormous amount of prepara on for the civil case. Barristers were Jane Spragg and Thomas Os ni, Solicitor Emily Bryson, Witnesses Kye Sheather and Ashley Steedman, Magistrate’s Clerk Laura-Jane McLarty. The team now progress to the next round being one of 32 schools in NSW.

Missions and ServiceMr 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

Beyond Water

Next week at Chapel our students will be hearing from Sharon Crean from "Beyond Water". Sharon is involved in helping people have access to clean and safe drinking water and as a community, we are able to help in this life-giving cause. "Beyond Water" are a not-for-profi t who are passionate about bringing clean, safe drinking water and sanita on solu ons to communi es in need across East Africa. They need our help to build more water wells and toilets, and to teach more young women about women’s health in order to empower their futures. Why water? Most of us have never been thirsty. We have never had to leave our home and walk 8 kilometres to fetch water. We simply turn on a tap and not only does water come out, but it comes out clean! "Beyond Water" believes that access to clean water can transform communi es. To put it in perspec ve, one fl ush of our toilet uses enough water to sustain a person in East Africa for a whole day. The amount of water we use in a bath to relax would sustain a family of four in East Africa for two days.

On Wednesday 17 August, we will have a BBQ at lunch me to raise money for this great work which Sharon is involved in. Students can purchase sausage sandwiches and cold drinks to support this wonderful ini a ve. For more informa on, visit www.beyondwater.org.au.

Days For Girls

This week we saw our "Days For Girls" group meet on Wednesday a ernoon for training in making the kits for girls in a number of countries. This training will con nue next Wednesday (17 August) and then meet fortnightly a er that to create these kits and put them together. Anyone in our community is welcome to a end and help out. Please contact Jus ne Collins jcollins@gpcc.nsw.edu.au with any inquiries or for further informa on.

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Secondary School Zone Athle cs

The day went smoothly considering at mes the challenging weather we had. Our students displayed great sportsmanship and we had some fantas c results. Thank you to the parents and students who helped the sport staff throughout the day. Green Point Chris an College fi nished in second place overall on the day.

Becke , Monique: Girls 14 Discus Throw 1kg ND 23.72m (1); Girls 14 Shot Put 3kg ND 8.63m (1); Girls 14 High Jump NH 1.30m (1);

Bre oner, Isaiah: Boys 12 Javelin Throw 400gms ND 16.07m (3); Boys 12 Discus Throw 1kg ND 19.27m (1);

Cameron, Maegan: Girls 16 Shot Put 3kg 8.43m 9.45m (2);

Campbell, Jack: Boys 12 Shot Put 3kg ND 7.82m (2); Boys 12 Discus Throw 1kg 13.03m 16.39m (2);

Carraro, Stephanie: Girls 16 800 Metre Run NT 3:01.84 (2); Girls 16 100 Metre Dash NT 14.11 (2); Girls 16 200 Metre Run NT 30.65 (2); Girls 16 400 Metre Run 1:16.48 1:06.54 (2);

Davis, Anthea: Girls 12 Shot Put 3kg 6.20m 6.34m (2);

Dressler, Kobi: Boys 13 Javelin Throw 600gms 21.45m 22.95m (3);

Du Toit, Angeline: Girls 16 High Jump 1.40m 1.35m (2);

Francis, Benjamin: Boys 16 Shot Put 5kg 9.93m 10.49m (1);

Hanslow, Daisy: Girls 13 Shot Put 3kg 7.92m 7.29m (1);

Houssenloge, Michael: Boys 16 Long Jump 5.19m 5.31m (3); Boys 16 200 Metre Run NT 22.24 (2); HZ Records: 23.65 record broken;

Jones, Isabella: Girls 15 400 Metre Run NT 1:06.40 (1);

Jones, Logan: Boys 15 High Jump NH 1.62m (2);

Kay, Mackenzie: Boys 16 800 Metre Run NT 2:26.67 (3); Boys 16 100 Metre Dash NT 11.94 (1); Boys 16 200 Metre Run NT 21.49 (1); HZ Records: 23.65 record broken;

King, Ella: Girls 13 Shot Put 3kg ND 7.21m (2); Girls 13 Discus Throw 1kg 16.33m 16.53m (2);

King, Mia: Girls 15 Shot Put 3kg ND 7.83m (3);

Le-May, Samuel: Boys 14 Javelin Throw 600gms 22.50m 26.59m (1); Boys 14 Shot Put 4kg 9.63m 8.75m (3);

Lloyd-Phillips, Charlize: Girls 13 100 Metre Dash NT 13.50 (1); HZ Records: 13.99 record broken; Girls 13 High Jump NH 1.36m (1); Girls 13 Long Jump 4.30m 4.25m (2);

Moody, Luke: Boys 13 800 Metre Run 2:48.57 2:40.11 (3);

Nercessian, Joshua: Boys 17 Discus Throw 1.5kg ND 24.59m (2);

Nicholson, Callum: Boys 16 Discus Throw 1.5kg 27.83m 23.82m (3);

Omayao, Abbey: Girls 15 Discus Throw 1kg 16.26m 20.98m (2); Girls 15 Shot Put 3kg ND 8.67m (2); Girls 15 High Jump NH 1.33m (3);

Plater, Jessica: Girls 16 Long Jump ND 4.13m (1); Girls 16 100 Metre Dash NT 13.25 (1); HZ Records: 13.85 record broken; Girls 16 200 Metre Run NT 28.92 (1); Girls 16 400 Metre Run NT 1:01.84 (1); HZ Records: 1:05.27 Record Broken; Girls 16 Shot Put 3kg ND 9.28m (3);

Plater, John: Boys 16 400 Metre Run 1:00.19 56.66 (1);

Reynolds, Breanna: Girls 14 Discus Throw 1kg 17.75m 17.74m (2); Girls 14 100 Metre Dash NT 13.99 (1); Girls 14 200 Metre Run NT 30.36 (1); Girls 14 400 Metre Run NT 1:08.30 (1);

Ross, Lauren: Girls 14 Javelin Throw 500gms 20.00m 18.99m (2);

Routledge, Miles: Boys 15 Javelin Throw 700gms 29.00m 28.26m (3); Boys 15 Discus Throw 1kg ND 29.13m (2);

Spragg, David: Boys 13 Shot Put 3kg ND 9.81m (2); Boys 13 Discus Throw 1kg ND 23.20m (2);

Step, Colby: Boys 12 800 Metre Run 2:44.51 2:43.34 (1); Boys 12 100 Metre Dash NT 14.77 (3); Boys 12 200 Metre Run 31.79 30.30 (1); Boys 12 Long Jump 3.64m 3.59m (1); Boys 12 400 Metre Run NT 1:07.53 (1); Boys 12-14 1500 Metre Run 5:44.87 5:28.23 (2);

Tweed, Kirsten: Girls 16 800 Metre Run NT 3:13.54 (3) 6;

Vanezis, Liam: Boys 16 High Jump NH 1.62m (2); Boys 16 100 Metre Dash NT 12.45 (2);

Waddell, Isaac: Boys 14 800 Metre Run 2:45.69 2:41.02 (3);

Webber, Jayden: Boys 12 High Jump NH 1.16m (2);

Wind, Nicholas: Boys 13 100 Metre Dash NT 13.82 (1); Boys 13 200 Metre Run 28.87 28.52 (3);

Relay Seed Prelims Finals: Girls 12-19 4 x 100 Metre Relay Open NT 54.95 (1); Boys 12-19 4 x 100 Metre Relay Open NT 48.09 (1); Girls 13 Years 4 x 100 Metre Relay NT 59.60 (1); Girls 14 Years 4 x 100 Metre Relay NT 58.70 (1); Girls 15 Years 4 x 100 Metre Relay NT 1:00.32 (2); Girls 16 Years 4 x 100 Metre Relay NT 55.32 (1); HZ Records: 55.36 Record Broken; Boys 12 Years 4 x 100 Metre Relay NT 1:03.27 (2); Boys 13 Years 4 x 100 Metre Relay NT 57.62 (1); Boys 15 Years 4 x 100 Metre Relay NT 51.38 (2); Boys 17-19 4 x 100 Metre Relay Senior NT 49.67 (2).

Mrs Lisa Glen

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Secondary School Zone Athle cs Age Champions

12 Yrs Boys: 3rd Colby Step; 4th Isaiah Bre oner

13 Yrs Boys: 4th David Spragg

16 Yrs Boys: 3rd Mackenzie Kay

13 Yrs Girls: 2nd Charlize Lloyd-Phillips

14 Yrs Girls: 1st Breanna Reynolds; 2nd Monique Becke

15 Yrs Girls: 4th Abbey Omayao

16 Yrs Girls: 1st Jessica Plater; 2nd Stephanie Carraro

Senior Girls Futsal State Championships

Last week our Senior Girls and Senior Boys Futsal teams travelled down to Penrith to compete at the Football NSW State Futsal Championships.

All of our teams thoroughly enjoyed the day, playing against some of the hardest Futsal teams in all of NSW.

Unfortunately, none of the teams qualifi ed for the Quarter Finals, with the Senior Boys A Team the closest, with 3 wins and 2 narrow loses. They needed to win their fi nal game to qualify but just lost.

I, along with Miss Gourlay and Mrs Power, would like to express my apprecia on for the excellent display of sportsmanship throughout the day. All teams represented our College very proudly and gave 100% in every game. Mr Nathan Lambert

Primary Zone Athle cs Carnival

Last Friday our talented squad of athletes competed at the Zone Athle cs in Newcastle.

Green Point Chris an College has won this event many mes and were wan ng to take out the carnival one more me.

The day was not the best of days for athle cs, with constant rain throughout. This did not worry our athletes as they all competed to the best of their ability.

We had some fantas c results and amazing moments. Here are just a handful:

• In his fi rst Zone, Liam Frankland not only jumped a 10cm PB in high jump, but he also qualifi ed for CSSA Athle cs, winning the 12yrs Boys event;

• Lauren Goodey won both the 800m and 1500m convincingly;

• Bianca Fourie was too fast, taking out the 100m, 400m and 800m;

• Kyne Baird won both the 100m and 200m for the 8yrs Boys;

• Elfi e Piper took out the 8yrs Boys 400m;

• Emma Duggan con nued her good form, winning the Junior Girls High Jump;

• Clinton Fourie was successful in winning the 9yrs Boys 200m;

• Charlo e Tadman dominated the 12yrs Girls Shot Put;

• The Junior Girls Relay team won their event. A great way to fi nish the carnival!

Thank you to all of our athletes for the way they represented our College and all the best to those who are going to CSSA.

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Opera on Christmas Child - Shoebox Shopping List for Term 3

Weeks 3 and 4: Something for school. Something to wear.Week 5: Something to play with – no toy weapons, cards.Week 6: Something to love.Week 7: Something for hygiene eg soap, toothbrush, underwear,

face washer.Weeks 8 and 9: Get your postage ready $9.00 each box, write a le er,

include a photo and bring in your shoeboxes.

Science Week Next WeekBo le Rocket Compe on – Wednesday Lunch

Don’t forget to be building your Bo le Rocket with your children! Launch Date is Wednesday 17 August lunch me on the Oval.

Lots of prizes! Don’t forget to put the bo le opening at the bo om of the rocket.

Drone Racing Demonstra on – Friday Lunch

On Friday 19 August we are having our Drone Racing Demonstra on on the oval at lunch me.

A big thanks to Rhys Evans from Phaser FPV and his team for coming in on the day.

Mr Strickling

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Upcoming dates Thursday, 11 August

8:50am Biology; Business Studies1:00pm English Ext 1JS Metro Cup Finals Friday, 12 August

Secondary Zone Basketball Monday, 15 August

8:50am Economics9:00am Music Performance12:15pm Japanese Wri enA er School Drama Club Tuesday, 16 August

8:50am General Maths; Mathema cs; Ext 2 MathsICAS UNSW Maths Compe onAuthor Visit to Years 3-6 and selected Year 72:00pm TVET classes at TAFE JS a er School Art Club Wednesday, 17 August

Choir 8:00am8:50am Ext 1 Maths; Drama (Wri en); History ExtensionJS Maths Olympiad for 5/6L and 6PScience Week "Bo le Rocket Compe on" at lunch me"Beyond Water " Fundraising BBQ for Secondary School at lunch me"Days for Girls" Training Session 3:15pm in F2MADD Night 6:00pm in CAPA Theatre Thursday, 18 August

K-6 Beach Smart School Surf Educa on Program Friday, 19 August

Primary CSSA Athle csYear 2 Grade Parents Morning TeaScience Week " Racing Drone Demonstra on" at lunch me

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Term Dates 2016Term 3, 2016 Monday 25 July 2016 to

Friday 23 September 2016

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

Term 1, 2017 Tuesday 31 January 2017 for

Years 1 - 7, 11 and 12 to Friday 7 April 2017 Wednesday 1 February 2017 for Years 8 - 10 to

Friday 7 April 2017 Thursday 2 February 2017 for Kindergarten to

Friday 7 April 2017

Uniform ShopOperating 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

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Brisbane Water Cricket Club 2016/2017 Season: Teams include from U/11s - U/16s, plus Milo T20 Blast and In2Cricket. Junior registra on details: Day 2 - Saturday 13 August at McDonalds West Gosford 9:00am - 12:00pm. Day 3 - Saturday 20 August at East Gosford Shops (near Bakery) 9:00am - 12:00pm. Please phone Jeff 0418 608 868 or email secretary@bwcc.com.au.

Cricket: Terrigal-Matcham Juniors: Ages 9-15. Saturday mornings. Learn to play cricket at our U11 academy one a ernoon a week a er school - L1 and L2 coaches. Details at tmcricket.com and facebook.com/tmcricket.

Uniform For Sale: Sport jacket x 2 Size 12C $20 each. Phone 0416 568 700.

Items Needed for Fundraiser: Items are required for a market stall (to be held in two weeks) to raise funds to assist a lady in our community with her daily needs whilst she undergoes radiotherapy sessions. If you are thinking of de-clu ering, we are happy to receive dona ons of clothes, bags, shoes, toys or bric-à-brac for a stall at a local market. If you can help or want more informa on please contact Mr Wellington on cwellington@gpcc.nsw.edu.au.

Two Storey House for Rent: East Bateau Bay 3 bedroom with built ins, 2 bathroom. Me culous in presenta on. Small Double lock-up garage. Self-contained fl at downstairs with extra bedroom, lounge and ensuite. No pets as the backyard is not secure. Weekly rental $580 per week if managed by real estate, $560 per week if managed by owners. Bond will be required. Phone 0481 529 913.

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

Canteen VolunteersWeek 4 Term 3Monday, 15.08.2016

Glenda Collins

Tuesday, 16.08.2016

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Wednesday, 17.08.2016

Michelle Willis, Janine Pike-Gale

Thursday, 18.08.2016

Jill Izzard

Friday, 19.08.2016

Peta Stambolis, Rachel Barclay

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.

13 August 2016OIC and Food Pickup: Penny WilliamsHelpers: Alex Smith, Amy Connolly, Di Smith, Julie (with Harrison and/or Sally) Stowe, Vicki Wickert and Tony Cunningham.

20 August 2016OIC: Stephen HayFood Pickup: Arthur PickersgillHelpers: Bella Evans, Cherylee Corcoran, Jo Schofi eld, Sonia Dawes

27 August 2016OIC: William ArnotFood Pickup: Tony Herbert, William ArnotHelpers: Debby and Vanessa Andersson, GPCC Youth x 3