ILLAWARRA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL TONGARRAnewsletter

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Tuesday, 8 NovemberKindergarten Experience 2017 students

Wednesday, 9 & Thursday, 10 NovemberKindergarten – Year 6 Healthy Harold

Thursday, 10 November 7.30 – 9.30 pmAssociation meeting at Tongarra

Friday, 11 NovemberInduction of SRC at Assembly

Monday, 14 NovemberKindergarten – Year 6 Healthy Harold

Tuesday, 15 NovemberYear 7 Orientation Day

Wednesday, 16 NovemberYear 7 Immunisation clinic

Monday, 21 NovemberPrep Healthy Harold

Monday, 21 NovemberYear 12 Farewell dinner

Friday, 25 NovemberYear 10 Service Trip to Fiji

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A message from Mrs BarnesTwo Bible verses that resonate for the Prep – Year 4 student community are:

Proverbs 1:5 A wise man will hear and increase in learning, and a man of understanding will acquire wise counsel.         

1 Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.

In the Prep – Year 4 student community, students are encouraged to use their skills to help others. Activities and lessons are organised so that students naturally engage in peer mentoring. In this way, they learn to serve others and in doing so, serve Christ. It is a blessing to see the hearts and thoughts of students founded in Christ. In a recent English lesson, Year 2 students were asked to discuss why children should play sport. Some of the responses were:

It is an opportunity to encourage;

God wants us to look after our bodies;

Sport builds community.

Prep – Year 4 students learn to trust Christ and serve Him faithfully throughout every aspect of their lives for God’s glory.

Message of Farewell to Mrs KerrLast week we said goodbye to Mrs Kerr. We are thankful for Mrs Kerr’s many years of dedicated service and are grateful for the enthusiasm with which she prepared engaging programmes for your children. I know you will join us in thanks and prayers for the path God has prepared for her. Mrs Bartley will continue to be the Year 11 Pastoral Care teacher and she will be assisted by Mrs Gillett.

WAVE FM Apple for the Teacher 2016It’s time to get voting for your teacher! Our nominated teachers are: Mr Chesher, Miss Leigh, Mr Maina, Mrs Morton, Miss Poole and Mrs Rodwell. Even if they are not your teacher, please go online to wavefm.com.au and give them your support. Every child in this year’s winning class will get an iPad Mini, PLUS the winning teacher receives a holiday for 2 with flights and accommodation to New York City.

5 let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance. Proverbs 1:5

Pray for our Prep - Year 4 teachers as they assist the students to learn to trust Christ and serve Him faithfully throughout every aspect of their lives.

Pray for the Pastoral Care teachers as they lead and nurture our students. Pray the students are open to this wise teaching.

Praise God for the freedom we have to teach our children of His ways.

TERM 4 WEEK 4 • 4 NOVEMBER 2016

These things went home this week:• Prep - Year 6 Life Education Harold

Merchandise• Kindergarten - Year 2 A Message from

Mrs Barnes

t. 02 4230 3700www.ics.nsw.edu.au

Tongarra Campus234 Calderwood Road, Albion Parktongarra@ics.nsw.edu.au

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Eggs for SaleAt the beginning of the year, Year 6 set about the task of creating a small primary business. We chose to grow chickens and sell the eggs. After a few setbacks, we now have chooks that are laying eggs. There is only a limited supply so get in fast. The eggs will be on sale at the Campus office. Every Monday there will be additional eggs put on sale, making this the best time to buy. A carton of 12 fresh free range eggs is selling for $8. Thank you for your business. Year 6.

Life Education Healthy Harold Life Education is the largest non-government provider of health education to children and young people Australia wide. Their Mission is to empower children and young people to make informed choices for a safe and healthy life. They motivate, encourage and empower children to exercise real choice – and make informed healthy lifestyle decisions.

Life Education, Healthy Harold, will be visiting our school on Wednesday, 9 November, Thursday, 10 November and Monday, 14 November. Prep students will have a visit from Harold on Monday, 21 November. Harold Merchandise will be available for sale to assist in the running of this valuable resource.

Week 5 Busy Week for the Visual Arts Faculty! Year 7 - Artist’s Birthday Box Assessment Task due Wednesday, November 9. Students need to come to school ready to present their work to the class.

Year 10 Fiji Service Trip, 25 November - 4 December, 2016During our trip to Fiji we will be visiting the local village of Nabila and their Primary School. It will be exciting to share with the children in craft activities and games. We want to take school supplies for the classroom as

they have very few resources. If you are able to help out it would be greatly appreciated. Please leave any donations such as pencils, coloured pencils, sharpeners, rubbers and writing paper at the campus office. 

Nut Allergy AwarenessParents are requested not to send food to school that contains nuts (especially peanuts). This includes Nutella, peanut butter, all nuts and cooking oil containing peanut oil, as well as foods containing nuts.

2017 Term DatesTerm 1: 30 January to 7 April

Term 2: 26 April to 30 June

Term 3: 24 July to 22 September

Term 4: 10 October to 7 December

From the Uniform ShopChange in Opening Hours

The Uniform Shop is opened in the morning only on the following days:

Monday 8.30 am – 10.30 am

Wednesday 8.30 am – 10.30 am

This new time will continue in to Term 1 of 2017.

2017 Orientation and Back to School Fitting times are now available on the Alinta website.

Community Notices This is but, a small selection of notices. The community noticeboard is located outside E Block staff room and has a more comprehensive selection of notices. This board is updated weekly, keep an eye on it for all community information.

Carols by StreetlightThis is a movement within Christian churches across Australia. Organise a group to take the Christmas story to the streets any time between December 18-

24. Visit www.carolsbystreetlight.org for more information.Youth MinistrySouthern Youth@Southern Life Care, 107a Tongarra Rd, Albion Park. Attention Year 6 students. You are invited to join our youth group. Fridays 7-9 pm. Cost: $3 An initiative of Southern Illawarra Church of Christ. Contact: David 0448 877 610 or visit www.facebook.com/southernyouth Albion Park Swimming ClubCan you swim 25m or more? Healthy competition in a friendly environment. All ages and abilities welcome. Friday nights 6 pm - 7.30 pm during summer season. Enquiries: contact Jodie on 0411 486 103 or email: albionparkasc@hotmail.comMusical Interlude Flute TuitionEnrol now for flute, recorder or fife lessons. Taught by an accredited music teacher. Contact: Jodi Lamanna on 0402 843 004 Email: info@musicalinterludeweddings.com.au or visit the website: www.musicalinterludeweddings.com.auAlbion Park Cricket ClubCricket is a fun way for boys and girls to develop fundamental movement skills, learn about teamwork and get involved in the local community. Call 0481 519 355 or visit: apcc.nsw.cricket.com.au

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