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Glasshouse Country Christian College
a ministry of Glasshouse Country Baptist Church
‘Growing in faith and knowledge’
newsletter
Term 3, 27 July 2012
SCHOOL CALENDAR
August 2012
Contact Details
58 Roberts Road, Beerwah Qld 4519
Ph: 07 5439 0033 Fax: 07 5439 0044
Email address: [email protected]
Web address:
www.gccc.qld.edu.au
Absentee line: 5436 5670
From the Principal
The preparations began long ago but the clock is counting down, there
is only one more week to Funfest 2012.
Here are just some of the activities that will be on offer on the day;
Sat 4 FUNFEST
RidesPlant stallEntertainment
Mon 6-Tue 7 QCS Practice Yr 12
Toy stall
Face painting
Market stalls
Mon6-Fri 10 Yr 10 Set Plan Meetings
Splat the Teacher
Show bags
Book stall
Tue 7 7pm P and F Meeting
Craft stalls
Mystery jars
Chocolate toss
Wed 15RNA show holiday (student free)
The ever-popular strawberries and cream stall...and lots of food!
Thur 16Ind. District Athletics Carnival The Auction promises to be a real highlight with over 10 000 dollars worth of goods kindly
Fri 17 Ind. District Athletics Carnival donated from local businesses and our own College community. Here is a sample of some
Tue 21-Thur 23 Book Fair
of the “big ticket” items but this list is getting added to constantly;
Wed 22 Book Week Parade
• Home handyman scaffolding package - $1126
Tue 28 6.30pm Prep Fathers Night
• Two nights at House of Laurels - $460
Thur 30Fathers’ Day Stall
• Skidaddle 5x10 visit passes - $110 each
Fri 31 P-3 Athletics Carnival
• iPod Nano - $140
• Maleny Supa IGA online shopping voucher $150
September 2012
• Fitness Matters membership/PT sessions $495
Tue 4-Wed 5 QCS Test Yr 12
• Top Gun Paint & Panel cut, polish and detail $250
Thur 13-Fri 21 Yr 3 Camp
Tue 18-Fri 21 Yrs 11, 12 Exam Block • Laser Zone 10 people pass - $200
Tue 18-Wed 19 3pm Primary Parent • Digital radio from Bi-Rite Maleny $129
• Smileys Jewellery silver pendant $129
Teacher Interviews
Fri 21Last Day Term 3
Uniform Shop
New and second-hand uniforms.
Mon 8.00 - 9.00am
Wed 8.00 - 9.00am
Fri 8.00 - 9.00am &
2.30 - 3.30pm
Saturday 4 August
11am to 4pm
For more details visit
www.gccc.qld.edu
College Life, P and F
Of course, not only will Funfest be a tremendous day for the whole family but every dollar
you spend will be helping to raise money towards improving GCCC facilities. Funfest is a
great example of the massive contribution that parents make to our College community
and even though we’re entering the last week of preparation there are many ways you can
help. Just contact your parent representative for further information.
There is also still time to order your unlimited ride armband.
Fiji mission trip 2012
There have been some fantastic stories to come back from our second Fiji mission trip
which was by all accounts another wonderful experience. I would like to commend to you
the final report written by Mrs Fraser contained in this issue of the newsletter. It is good
to see everyone back safe and sound and buzzing about their unique time. I am looking
forward to the special presentations the
mission team is going to deliver during our
chapel services next week.
I would like to publicly thank Mr Graham and
Mrs Sue Fraser, Mrs Natalie Woolston and
Mr Neil Daniel as the staff members who
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From the Principal continued
attended and Mr Ross and Mrs Donna Newell and Neil’s wife Mrs Annette Daniel, who attended as volunteers. It takes a lot of energy
to organize a trip such as this along with the fundraising efforts and the eventual attendance so the whole team is to be commended.
Tuckshop
The new tuckshop is now in operation. It has been a long and tricky road navigating
through council approvals, safety inspections and other hurdles that needed to be
overcome. Thank you for your patience. The new tuckshop is equipped with extra bench
space, a cold room and better cooking facilities than the old location. We always welcome
volunteers to help with the tuckshop. If you can help please contact Cathy Boyer, our
Tuckshop Convenor on the College number. The menu will remain the same for the time
being and can be viewed or downloaded from the College website www.gccc.qld.edu.au
under Colldege Life; Tuckshop.
Mike Curtis
New Staff Member
Hi, I am Brett Costin and am very excited to be returning to teach at GCCC after three years teaching
overseas in Qatar.
I am married to a wonderful lady (Mrs. Cheryl Costin VET Co-coordinator) and have four children, and one
very cute grandson.
I have enjoyed travelling and experiencing different cultures in the last few years, which has helped me
understand how blessed we are in Australia. I am also fond of gadgets and therefore am very enthusiastic
about the new technologies that assist students to learn. I look forward to helping students develop their 21st
century literacy skills as well as a love for learning.
BPAY HAS ARRIVED AT GCCC!
There is now another option available to pay your College fees. Yes, you can now pay your fees via
BPAY. The details may be found printed on your fee statement in the top right hand corner. At this time,
please only use BPay for College fees, not for uniforms or other sundry items.
Also, just a reminder that Term 3 fees are due by 27 July, unless other arrangements have been made with the Business Manager.
Heather Hill, Accounts.
FREE
WORKSHOPS
OVER
100
EXHIBITS
FREE
ENTRY
GCCC Stall at Lifestyle
Expo
GCCC is having a stall at the
Women’s Lifestyle Exp on
Friday 14 and Saturday 15
September.
There will be free workshops,
a free pamper room, an art
gallery, more than 120 exhibits
and the opportunity to win lots
of prizes.
Entry is free and we would love
to see you there. Pop in and say
hello!
For more information visit:
www.womenslifestyleexpo.com.
au
LOST PROPERTY
Brand new Dexter hooded jacket in grey
colour, fur on the inside. Worn on the last
day of Term 2 by Year 5 student for free
dress day. Please contact Admin if your
child has accidentally taken this home.
Please remember that
Tuckshop is closed on
Wednesdays
The GCCC Tuckshop is open Monday,
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday BUT
NOT WEDNESDAY!
Some children are coming to school
with Tuckshop money on Wednesday
but no food and it is very difficult for
the Admin staff to try and ‘rustle up
something’ in such an emergency.
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Primary News
What’s been happening in Primary over the Holidays?
We are very grateful to Eric and Kylie Logar from Coloured Impressions who cleaned, sealed and
painted the softfall in Prep. They graciously volunteered a number of days to this project and have made such a
difference to the Prep outdoor area.
If you have need of painters and decorators, please consider Eric & Kylie Logar, Coloured Impressions,
Ph. 0400 792 601, Home 5496 7424. There are business cards at reception if you are interested.
In addition to the softfall, another family, Jeffrey and Leah
Roulston, were busily constructing the new dolls’ house in
the library (the one we actually ordered in the first place). The children are really
enjoying this and there is a steady stream of students every lunch break wishing to
play with the dolls’ house, miniature musical instruments and furniture. I had a little
play after school myself one day this week!
Thank you so much Mr and Mrs Roulston from all the students at GCCC.
Congratulations also to Christina Lucas who made the winning bid for the previous
dolls’ house in the library. Little Esther will love it!
Cheryl Bryers
Bonjour Avatars
Year 4 created speaking avatars. They designed an avatar of
themselves and typed descriptions in French. This tool is a fun and
effective way for students to write in French, as the avatar speaks the
exact typed message. It requires using correct spelling and accents,
as the avatar say’s exactly what is typed. The students then listen and
repeat their messages, as spoken by native speakers.
Later on in Term 3 I’ll be writing about Year 6 who are going to write
diaries in French. This will be just like the famous Diary of a Wimpy
Kid, using a website where they create their own version of a wimpy
kid. Stay tuned.
Nadine Hammill
Year 1 Ginger Factory Visit
On Thursday 21 June, the Year 1 students visited The Ginger Factory as a part of their current
unit on Minibeasts and plants. The students were taken on a guided tour where they discovered
the process of turning raw ginger into crystallised ginger. They also were taken through the Super
Bee exhibit, where they saw live bee hives and the bee life cycle was explained. They all enjoyed
a lunch in the beautiful gardens surrounding the factory. The students were treated to a ride on
the 110 year old Queensland Cane Train through the rainforest and were delighted to observe
some of the resident animals. The grand finale was a fun-filled boat ride through Australia’s largest
animated puppet collection, on a mystical journey around the world chasing the gingerbread man.
We would like to thank all of the wonderful parent helpers who came with us and made the day such a success.
Wendy Hay, Kate Pollard and Rachel West
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Primary News continued
Crazy Hair and Sock Day
Free Dress Day on the last day of term was a huge fund raising success. The College used the day to raise
funds and awareness for charities and each section of the school has a different charity they are supporting.
The Primary section focussed on crazy hair and socks for the fun of it and raised money for a little Christian
school in the highlands of Papua New Guinea. Previous GCCC staff member Lyn Shirley runs the school and
receives no government support. The funds raised by students will purchase nails so a grade six classroom
can be built.
Middle School students toned down the craziness and just went free dress. Their gold coin donation is going
towards purchasing a specialised wheelchair for a young Caloundra child who has cerebral palsy.
Senior students are sending their donation to the Muravah Foundation which helps
disadvantaged young people in the Philippines complete a university degree so they can break
the poverty cycle in their family and the wider community.
Staff used the day to break out of their black and white uniforms and raise funds to help fellow
teacher Cathy Richardson. Cathy’s son was diagnosed with an aggressive bone cancer earlier in
the year and the funds raised will help go toward the sometimes overlooked expenses such as
car parking fees at hospital.
Cheering For Mrs Scott
On the assembly last term, Page Martin from Year 5 organised a thank you for Mrs.
Scott, who has taught the Cheerleading team. This is what the students read on
assembly:
Last Sunday, 28 Primary cheerleading students, the GCCC Eagles,
competed in a World Cup Cheer and Dance competition. Over 4000
people were in the audience watching the five teams compete in our
section.
The GCCC Eagles came an astonishing second place. All athletes
received a medal and the trophy is in the office display cabinet. Feel
free to go and see it. We would like to thank Mrs Scott for all her hard
work and effort that she puts into training us. On behalf of the GCCC Eagles, we would like to show our thanks and
appreciation by giving you this gift.
Would you please come forward to accept this gift. You may use as much or as little as you wish - as a side filler if
you’re interested.
Nicole Jen
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Primary News continued
Year 5 Maranatha Camp, 2012
The Year 5s were filled with anticipation as we headed off to
camp. We were not disappointed. The more daring amongst
us darted around the low ropes at great speed, whereas
others took each step carefully as if their lives depended on it.
Archery was excellent too. Monday night was action packed
with the mini Aussie Olympics proving to be a big hit. Tuesday
was very busy with possum pull, and rocket ball in the morning
and raft building and bush craft in the afternoon. After another
yummy meal provided by the great cooks, we listened to an
Aboriginal speaker. We were very tired by the end of the day!
On Wednesday the best was left till last with us braving the
scary Leap of Faith. We returned back to school full of great
memories. Another successful camp!
Cinquain poems
Maranatha Camp by Alex and Nick
Exciting
Possum Pull
Delightful, yummy food
Great, incredible, fun games
Awesome
Delicious
Icicle water
Cold, freezing water
Hot, relaxing, steamy showers
Exhausted.
Maranatha camp by Sarah, Kirra,
Connor, Oliver and Casey
Maranatha
Rushing water
Refreshing, clean air
Sweet, delicious, creamy pancakes
Epic.
Activities
Making damper
Smokey, smelly fire
Thrilling Leap-of-faith
Bushcraft.
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Primary News continued
I can’t write a poem
Oh, I can’t write a poem
No, I shan’t write a poem
It will take too long
I’ve just lost my thong.
Oh, I can’t write a poem
I will tell you once more
It’s just such a bore
I shall not, will not write a poem
I will not, will not write a poem
You see I just want to stay at home.
So goodbye, I wont try
I can’t write a right poem
by Maddie Roulston
I can’t write a poem
I’m out of paper
I don’t know how to rhyme
I’ve lost my kitten
And I don’t know the time
I can’t write a poem
I’ve caught the flu
I dropped a rock on my toe
A coo coo coo
I can’t write a poem
My friends are coming over
They have a new dog
It’s named Red Rover
What’s that sound gurgling gurglingTHE DOG ATE MY POEM!
by Thomas Deluca
4M Can’t Write Poems?
That may be the title of their poems but the proof is in the pudding and
their puddings were wonderful!
I can’t write a poem
I’ve got a problem
I just cant say
I need a poem by…Thursday!
I dropped my pencil out the bus
Because the boys made a fuss.
I spilt ink all over my shirt
then I tripped it really hurt
My brother is screaming
My eyes are gleaming
I see the sun
I think I’ve won!!!
I’ve written a poem
Hip Hip Horary
by Rachael Griffiths
I can’t write a poem
I don’t have a brain
I might have to borrow one
from down the lane.
That’s if they have a spare one
Writing a poem is just NO fun.
I can’t write a poem
I lost my fishing hook,
How am I going to cook?
I can’t write a poem
I don’t have a book
Can someone help me look?
by Hunter Bradley
Queensland Police Service Party Safe program
Everyone enjoys going to or hosting a great party. For young people it is certainly a part of growing up and
celebrating special occasions with friends.
The Queensland Police Service Party Safe program allows you to register your party with local police.
Registering your party gives police the opportunity to supply you with some great advice and resources to
help you organise a safe and lawful party. It also ensures that, if things do go wrong on the night, police
have the information necessary to effectively deal with issues.
To find out more about Party Safe, and for some great ideas to help make your party safe, lawful and
enjoyable for everyone concerned, including parents, hosts and guests, go to www.police.qld.gov.au/party.
Have your say for a chance to win!
Go into the draw for your chance to win two adult season tickets to the 2012
Caloundra Music Festival by simply having your say now on Sunshine Coast Council’s Festive Season program. Council
is seeking feedback on the importance of festive season celebrations and to understand if community expectation is being
met. The festive season runs from December and January, and includes Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Australia Day
celebrations.
Visit the following website: http://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/sitePage.cfm?code=festive-review
Danielle Burns, Civic and Community Events Manager
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Primary NewsKitchen Garden
Kitchen Garden Update
After the three week well deserved holiday break, the children in Kitchen Garden
classes returned to a bumper crop which was harvested then quickly devoured.
The first few classes especially enjoyed a big bowl of juicy fresh snow peas. Cabbages, broccoli, passionfruit and pineapples were harvested with classes
having to line up behind little Archie for a taste. It seems that he has quite a soft
spot for pineapple and must have eaten a whole one for himself!
Classes began learning about this term’s theme ‘All seeds great and small’.
The children started examining many different types of seeds and discussed
why seeds are all so different. We also learned that apart from seeds being
made by plants for the next generation of plants to grow - we also enjoy seeds as a big part of our diets. Even
the delicious coconut is in fact a seed!
More flower seedlings were planted out in the Adopt-a-Garden beds, which were also weeded, so brace
yourselves for a gorgeous mass of colour in the coming months.
In keeping with the seeds theme, cooks made a crunchy coleslaw with sunflower seeds (using fresh organic
cabbages from our garden) and they also enjoyed a tasty treat of pavlova with fresh cream and passionfruit
(also from our garden) which were delicious!
Classes made their final touches to their scarecrows in preparation for their big day at Funfest. Don’t forget to vote for
your favourite one at Funfest and you may even win one in our silent scarecrow auctions being held on the day!
Mandy Ward, mandy.ward@
gccc.qld.edu.au
Science Week - slime, sodium and sensation!
Science Week is from August 11-19 this year. Various lunchtime Science
activities will be happening throughout Science Week.
Students will see various demonstrations with dry ice, liquid nitrogen, hydrogen
gas and sodium metal. The students will also be able to make their own slime,
honeycomb, bouncy putty and various other products. Numerous prizes such as
T-shirts and caps will be on offer. I encourage all students to “ Get into Science”
during Science Week.
Fenton Doolan
Wildlife Warrior Extraordinaire
Chloe Tsangaris from Year 4G has been passionate about wildlife for many years. Last term Chloe spent weeks
writing a five page letter to every school in Queensland - all 2500 of them!
Chloe wants schools to raise funds for Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital and raised $20,000 for the hospital so far.
Chloe has been nominated for the pride of Australia Awards as an everyday hero making a difference.
We wish Chloe all the best with her ongoing efforts. Well done!
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Secondary News
Parent / Teacher Interviews
We really appreciate the opportunity to share with parents how their student/s is progressing at the College and
hope parents found the recent interviews beneficial. We encourage parent/teacher communication.
ICAS
The ICAS English test will be held on Tuesday 31 July at 1.30pm. If your son/daughter registered for this, please
ensure that they bring the necessary equipment (pens, pencils).
Defence Technical Scholarship for 2012
One of our Year 11 students, Nathan Siggs, was successful in being awarded this scholarship. He is honoured
that he is able to complete his senior studies and further his training in the technical trade area. Nathan was
awarded $2000 after his application went through a thorough and competitive selection process that saw him
compete against over 2300 applications Australia wide. This scholarship allows Nathan the option of further
study and training for a technical trade in the Australian Defence Force. Congratulations Nathan!
QCS Practice Days
Many of our Year 12 students will be spending two days (6 and 7 August) doing their final preparations for their upcoming QCS tests. Students have been practicing for these tests over the last semester. We ask that you join us in prayer for our Year 12s as they prepare
for these important tests. The actual QCS will be sat on 4 and 5 September.
Funfest Secondary Stalls
We are really looking forward to a great day at Funfest and I have been very excited by how much
more involved our secondary students are this year in the preparations. Thanks to the parent reps
who have been coordinating year levels. I am sure this has assisted in motivating our students. See
you all at Funfest!
ATTENDANCE NECESSARY for Year 10 and 12 students and parents
(Year 11’s are also most welcome)
WHEN: Wednesday 1 August
TIME: Year 10 – 6.00pm & Year 12 – 7.30pm
WHERE: Glasshouse Country Baptist Church
I really want to encourage all parents and students to make the effort to attend our information evening on Wednesday 1 August. We
have so many guest speakers from QTAC, TAFE, Universities and other future pathway options coming to talk with students and
parents. This is the time we have set aside for parents to assist their student to know what options are out there and what decisions
that they can make now to assist in giving students the best start to careers.
Year 10 SET Plan appointments
All Year 10 students must complete a SET plan. Please make sure you make an appointment by booking online for these important
meetings. They commence on Monday 6 August.
Guidance Officer bookings
I have had a couple of requests for a Guidance Officer appointment. If you would like one, please notify Mrs Fraser at the College
office asap so that we can arrange this.
Fiji Mission Trip
Our team this year had an amazing experience in Fiji over the recent break.
There were 20 students who left the winter of Sunshine Coast and ‘braved’
the warm balmy weather of Fiji to minister to the Lautoka community.
We had a theme this year of “Jesus is the Light” and many of our songs,
skits, stories and crafts were used to convey this message. Our time was
spent in schools, running kids clubs, running Youth Groups, attending home
groups and working with the team from the Fiji Bible College where we stay.
We were very proud of how well the students conducted themselves and
stepped out of their comfort zones to share, perform and lead. They were
awesome!
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Secondary News continued
Despite being kept very busy each day we still managed to squeeze in a day at Beachcomber Island
(where many of our students went parasailing) and we also had a very ‘exciting’ boat experience. A truly
memorable day! We also went shopping at Port Denerau and swimming in the pristine waters of Natadola
Beach. One of the highlights was an island night put on by the Bible College boys where we were treated
to a traditional lovo and some cultural dances. Later that same evening we then taught them a good old
Aussie bushdance “Heel and Toe Polka” before offering them some tempting sweet desserts. It was a
great time of fellowship and fun.
We have so many stories to share about our time and we will be presenting a short
snapshot to all Chapels during Week 4 this term (8-10 August). Parents and friends
are most welcome to attend.
Our team would also like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who helped with
our fundraising ventures. Together with your help, we managed to donate $13500
(Fijian) towards the purchase of a fishing boat for the Bible College students. This
boat will be used for necessary food and ongoing financial income for the work they
do in Lautoka. They were so appreciative of this kind donation. An additional $460
was gifted to the Bible College boys ($20 each), as they are young men who truly live
by faith.
We went over to bless the people of Fiji but I believe that the whole experience for us
made us feel very blessed indeed.
Sue Fraser
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Secondary News continued
Straight Talk on Sex Seminar for Parents of Teens
Monday 6 August 2012 at 6.30pm in GCCC Theatrette
Talking to teens about sex can be tricky and parents need all the help they
can get when it comes to this sensitive subject.
For this reason, Glasshouse Country Christian College has invited well-known
speakers Jim and Fay Lyons to present to all Secondary students a talk on
right choices and relationships during the school class on Monday 6 August.
welcome but not expected.)
Jim and Fay Lyons will also present that evening a seminar to parents of
teens about sex and we encourage all parents to attend (your children are
Fay and Jim Lyons have been visiting schools in Australia, New Zealand, Tonga, Fiji, Vanuatu, New Guinea, Samoa and the
Solomon Islands over the last 15 years and come with a wealth of professional and personal experience. The Lyons are
parents of four boys and grandparents to nine children.
I would like to invite you to this valuable information night and look forward to seeing you there.
Jacqualina Vreeling
Good and Worthwhile Things Take Time
Each of my own children learnt a musical instrument and played a sport as they were growing up. While an outsider may
have thought we were very patient parents listening to the cacophony of sounds they made and their first efforts at a
sport – we had a lot of joy in watching them grow, learn and slowly master these skills… and sometimes some challenging
moments encouraging them to keep on with it.
We live in a world where many things happen fairly quickly, in fact some, almost instantaneously. Often we think that if
we’re not good at it straight away – that must mean it’s not our gift or talent and we probably shouldn’t bother.
At GCCC we challenge students to recognise that the majority of us will do it poorly until we do it well and not to expect to
be successful straight away.
In our classes and programs we encourage our students to think about what they could contribute to society and in fact nudge
them along to take on various challenges even when they don’t feel they can do it. They all have to do it! Some of them, for a
variety of reasons, will become very good at it. The majority will experience after time, practice and exposure,
the success of being able to do things with some measure of success like:
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play a musical instrument
cook dishes that look wonderful and also taste great
write coherently and thoughtfully on a variety of topics or issues
solve difficult maths problems
make something out of wood, metal, textiles.
paint, draw, or sculpt a thoughtful and creative arts item.
convey perceptively and with depth a dramatic item
communicate in a foreign language.
The Bible states: Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do
not give up. Galatians 6:9. All gifts and talents – once developed can be of a blessing to others and the world we live in.
This term, Year 9s have individually taken on a project in the community where they help out as a volunteer, making a difference.
Encourage or enquire of them what they are doing and how it is going.
And, if you in your world of work and living have ideas for community service that year 9s could be involved in – give us a ring or send
us an email with your ideas.
Jacqualina Vreeling
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Secondary News continued
Adventure into the Ancients
The culmination of a term’s work on Contact with First Australians led Year 9 down to the
Queensland Museum in the last week of Term 2. Weaponry, tools, utensils, headdresses and
jewellery, all artefacts from Queensland’s Indigenous people groups, took us into the world of
Dandiiri-Maiwar, the Indigenous exhibition.
The exhibition, considered a sacred site itself because of the spiritual significance of some
of the artefacts, contained the vibrant and personal history of indigenous people from all
over Queensland and into the Torres Strait Islands. Our students shone as they respectfully
investigated a range of questions about this vastly different cultural experience.
After exploring the Australian Indigenous exhibit we slowly descended into the mummification
room of the British Museum’s travelling Egyptian display. It was time to see what lay below the
layers of stone, the wooden sarcophagi and the metres of ancient bandages.
A 20 minute multi-media display found us both viewing and, at times, almost surrounded by,
the 3D body of an ancient Egyptian. As we sat, as it were, in the middle of the chest cavity of a mummified body, we felt closer than
the average person has ever been to any ancient Egyptian. Then we were released to view, up close, the trinkets and even the coffin
associated with the body we had just explored.
So, when all is revealed and the wrappings are pulled back on our adventure into the ancients, Year 9 were exemplary, the museum’s
mysteries were uncovered and our ancient adventure was declared a great success!
Jon Brown and Amanda Gook
Congratulations to Lachlan McCaig
Lachlan McCaig is the Sunshine Coast overall Junior Medal
Winner for the highest mark of all the Sunshine Coast Candidates
for Preliminary to Grade 6 Speech and Drama exams with Trinity
College London.
Lachlan sat for his Grade 3 exam and received a distinction.
Well done Lachlan!
Year 7G has things all sewn up
Last term 7G learnt how to sew. (No mean feat let me tell you!) They very carefully planned out their cushion, chose their fabrics,
and followed a pattern. Most of them had not used a sewing machine before so I was very proud of their very gorgeous cushions. Well
done 7G.
Patrice Cutlack
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Library News
LIBRARY NEWS
Middle and Secondary Text Books Reminder
We have had a number of new students start at the College this term who have borrowed text books. Text books are borrowed on an
annual or semester basis as required according to subjects and students are responsible for them throughout the year. Students write
their name on the insert located inside the front cover of all text books at the time of borrowing. Please encourage your child/ren to
regularly check they are using the copy they borrowed. It is recommended that books borrowed by students are not left in classrooms
even when used regularly. When texts are no longer required students are expected to return texts promptly. Students are not to
write in the texts or fold pages over. Text books are to be returned directly to the library by the student not via staff or other students.
A replacement cost will be required for unreturned books or books damaged
beyond repair. Thank you in advance for your assistance with this.
Book Covering Marathon
The thought of volunteering a few hours to cover books with contact doesn’t
appeal to many, but recently we had a group of willing coverers took part in our
first Book Covering Marathon in the library. Thankfully we use a special contact
that is a dream to use and our wonderful helpers covered an amazing 387
books. We are so appreciative of their efforts and the huge number of books
they covered.
MS Readathon
The MS Readathon is about to commence and is open to students across the College. The MS
Readathon is a reading-based fundraiser run by Multiple Sclerosis Australia (MSA). Now in its 33rd
year, the MS Readathon encourages children to read books and improve their literacy whilst at the
same time raising their community awareness and empowering them to make a difference in the lives
of people living with MS. This year, the MS Readathon is partnering with the National Year of Reading,
a project initiated by Australian libraries and library associations.
Students read as many books as possible during a designated period. In 2012, the reading period is
the month of August. Friends and family sponsor them by either pledging an amount per book read or
by the time they spend reading or by giving a donation. This money goes to support people living with
MS. The students receive a certificate of appreciation and reward as a thank you for their efforts. To be
part of the MS Readathon students can pick up a registration form from the library or register online at
http://www.msreadathon.org.au
Library Opening Hours
Book Fair
Book Fair will run from Tuesday 21 August to Thursday 23 August. Book Fair is a whole
school reading event where students, parents and Grandparents are warmly invited to the
library to view and purchase a wide selection of Scholastic titles. Mark the dates in your
diary and stay tuned for more details and special Book Fair competitions coming up soon.
Scholastic Book Club
Issue 5 of the Scholastic Book Club will be handed out to students in Week 3 of this term
along with the Koorong Kids Issue 3. Due to the Book Fair later in the term we will skip the
Scholastic Book Club Issue 6. See you in the library,
Woolworths have extended their Earn
and Learn fundraiser until 22 August
so please keep collecting your stickers
and either drop them in the box at
Woolies or at GCCC outside Admin.
Thanks.
Prep – Year 9 Students:
8:15am – 3:15pm
Year 10-12 Students:
8:15am – 4.00pm
Homework Club:
Every Thursday for Years 7-12 from
3.15pm to 4.15pm
Vanessa McKellar
It’s nearly here!
Check out all the latest
news on www.gccc.qld.
edu.au under College
Life, P and F.
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VET & FUTURE PATHWAYS
Did you know?...That a third of young Australians aged 15 – 19
years participated in vocational education and training in 2011?
Year 10 Parent and Student Information Night 1 August
This term all Year 10s will be creating a Secondary Education and
Training (SET) Plan for the remainder of their school education and
beyond. To assist with this process GCCC is running an Information
Evening next Wednesday 1 August.
At this gathering, some of the mysteries of OPs, QCEs and alternative
pathways through Year 11 and 12 will be explained and information
provided to help students and parents navigate safe passage through
this perplexing time.
The College recommends that all Year 10 students and their parents
attend this function. Highlights include Mrs Fraser explaining the
choices open to our students, each family receiving a pack of
information, and the presence of experts from Universities, TAFEs,
Apprenticeship Centres, the Australian Defence Force and the
Sunshine Coast Technical Trade Training Centre. The formal
presentations will be completed by 7.30pm after which students and
parents are welcome to talk individually to our guest presenters.
SET Plan meetings can now be organized electronically using
the instructions sent home to parents with the mid-year report. The
meetings will be held in Weeks 4 and 5 of this term commencing
on Monday 6 August. Meetings will be with either Mrs Fraser or
the Future Pathways staff and will take up to one hour. We would
appreciate parents booking into their SET Plan meeting as soon as
possible. To assist parents a staff member at the Information Evening
will be available to book you in to a SET Plan meeting.
What?
Year 10 Information Evening
Where?
In the Church
Date?
Wednesday 1 August 2012
Time?
5.45pm for a 6pm start.
For more information on this please contact Mrs Ferris by calling the
College or by emailing [email protected] .
Year 12 Parents and students QTAC Presentation
The Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) co-ordinates the
placement of all aspiring tertiary students (including school students and
mature age applicants) into appropriate teaching and training institutions.
Year 12 students put in a request to QTAC for up to six preferences
for tertiary studies and QTAC matches their request with eligibility
requirements and the availability of places at Tertiary Institutions and then
makes the student the best possible offer. QTAC applications for 2013
open next week. Students are encouraged to submit their applications by
the end of September. Students considering study in the creative arts may
submit applications, including portfolios earlier than September and may
also be required to undertake an audition. All details will be in your QTAC
guide.
To assist Year 12 parents and students to prepare a QTAC application,
Ms Dianne Read from QTAC will be visiting GCCC next Wednesday
evening 1 August for a presentation about this. There will also be
representatives of Universities, TAFEs, the Defence Force and
Appprenticeship Centres available to speak to students after the QTAC
presentation. A pack of materials for school leavers will be provided
for each family regardless of whether they intend applying to QTAC or
not. Year 12 students not intending to go on to tertiary study may find
this information very helpful if they decide to study in the future.
All Year 12 students and parents are encouraged to attend.
What?
Year 12 QTAC Presentation
Where?
In the Church
Date?
Next Wednesday 1 August
Time?
7.20pm for a 7.30pm start.
For more information please contact Mrs Ferris by calling the
College or emailing [email protected] .
Year 11 Information for Parents and Students
Any Year 11 students and parents who are already planning
ahead for Year 12 and beyond would be most welcome to attend
the QTAC presentation at 7.30pm and also access our guest
presenters afterwards. Please contact Mrs Ferris if you would like
more information.
Future Pathway/Career Information Opportunities
As all the schools in our area work towards
SET Plans and QTAC applications, some
excellent career displays are happening in
coming weeks. To start off all our Senior
Students attended the Sunshine Coast Daily
Careers Expo at the University Stadium last
week. Students were able to talk to a variety of
organizations representing future opportunities
following Year 12.
In coming weeks many providers of training and teaching are
holding Open Days including:
• Noosa Campus of Central QU on 5/8/12
• UQ St Lucia on 5/8/12
• JMC Academy on 11/8/12 (must be registered to attend)
• Uni of Sunshine Coast on 12/8/12
• Griffith Uni on 12/8/12
• QUT Caboolture on 19/8/12
• Sunshine Coast Technical Trade Training Centre. Open Day
25/8/12, Try a Trade 24/8/12.
• Australian Catholic Uni on evening of 25/8/12
• James Cook Uni Townsville Information Night on 12/9/12 at
Bardon Conference Centre in Brisbane
In addition, 13 of our Year 10 students will be attending Sunskills
on Thursday 2 August. Sunskills is an experiential event run by
Sunshine Coast TAFE to allow students to see their facilities and
try out some activities in their chosen subjects before deciding on a
TAFE course.
Aviation Careers Expo
This one day event is targeted towards
providing an insight into aviation careers,
training and employment. Saturday 25
August, 10am – 4pm, 25 Boronia Road,
Brisbane International Airport.
Sunshine Coast Technical Trade Training Centre
Try a Trade and Open Day
Our students are fortunate to be able to access places at the
TTTC in Caloundra. The facility is brand new and offers programs
in Construction, Conservation Land Management, Sustainable
Energies (Electrical) and also an Engineering Program including
two First Year Engineering subjects from the University of the
Sunshine Coast. For any students interested in applying to enter
the Centre next year, you can try out being in a course there by
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VET and Future Pathways continued
attending the Try a Trade day on Friday 24 August and/or attending
the Open Day on Saturday 25 August. Programs at the TTTC are run
on a user pays basis and include instruction by TAFE teachers, extra
attention to personal development and assistance with accessing
further opportunities at the end of Year 12. Please see Mrs Ferris for
more information about the Technical Trade Training Centre.
Congratulations
Two Year 11 students
commenced traineeships
over the mid-year
holidays. Tahlia Pratt will
200 Apprenticeships for school leavers
be working and studying
Hastings Deering is a huge company in
in Business Administration
Queensland servicing the construction industry
L-R Laura Barthelemy, Tahlia Pratt
at Look Cabinets in
with the provision and servicing of caterpillar earthmoving equipment.
Yandina while Laura
They are currently advertising 200 apprenticeships in trades like
Barthelemy will be assisting in Administration at F8 Media
mechanics, diesel fitting, boilermaking, auto electrician etc. Students
can apply by visiting the website www.catjobs.com.au/apprenticeships. in Caloundra. We wish these students all the very best with
their new work and studies.
Applications close on August 5.
Joan Ferris and Cheryl Costin
Queensland Health Traineeships for year 10s
The Health Department is currently calling for applications
for traineeships at the Redcliffe, Caboolture and Kilcoy
Hospitals. Positions include Nursing Assistance, Aged
Care, Allied Health, Administration and Operations.
Applications are quite involved and close on the 17 August
so interested students should see Mrs Ferris now. GCCC has two
Year 12 students training in administration at Caboolture Hospital and
two Year 11 students training in Nursing Assistance at Caboolture and
Kilcoy. This would be a very good introduction to the Health Industry
and a path into the Public Service. Health and Social Assistance is the
biggest industry on the coast and growing fast. For further information
about the Health Industry and these traineeships please see Mrs
Ferris.
Responsible Service of Alcohol
RSA Course
Friday 10 August 8.30am - 2.30pm
Cost
$75
Defence Force Work Experience
The Australian Defence Force is promoting Work
Experience opportunities for all our senior students
including:
• Defence Support for five days at Amberley in business and
management functions
• Army Heavy Road Transport Unit at Amberley for three days 20
– 22/8/12. Applications close 3/8/12
• Enoggera for three days for an introduction to the Army and
provides information on Army recruitment, enlistment and
training procedures. Dates available in September, October and
November.
• Army Malaria Unit at Enoggera for three days to observe
professionals in the health and science fields working in
pharmacology, entomology, drug resistance etc.
• Army Band at Enoggera. Five days with the Army Band.
Students need Grade 7 AMEB level skills in a musical
instrument
• Amberley Air Base for three days in the Heavy Lift C-17
Operations unit.
• Amberley RAAF in Hospitality and Catering Unit for one week.
For all these work experiences please go to the website http://www.
defence.gov.au/workexperience/whatsonoffer/qld or email QLD.
[email protected]
Bookings and payment due by 7 August.
See Miss Devitt for more information.
This course is for anyone wanting to work in the
Hospitality Industry. Open to parents and community.
Friday morning coffees are
back
From week 2 to 8 coffee and muffins
will be sold on Friday mornings
outside the Hospitality room.
This is open to everyone.
Coffe/Chai/Hot Chocolate $3
Flavours 30 cents
Muffins $1.20
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Sports News
Change to Prep - Year 3 Athletics Carnival
The date of the Prep – Year 3 Athletics Carnival has been changed to Friday 31 August as Mrs Stott will be
absent from College during this time. Her daughter Rebekah has been selected in the New Zealand Football
Ferns to play at the London Olympic Games so Mrs Stott will be going to London watch her play!
We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause but hope this prior notice gives time to change work
commitments if needed. If you are available to help out on the day please let your child’s class teacher know.
Only Year 3 students born in 2004 will be involved with this carnival.
Victory at Interschool Sport
The term finished with excitement for the Year 6/7 Interschool sports teams. The A Netball
team and the B Soccer team were unbeaten and were announced Glasshouse Interschool
Champions!
The A netball girls were impressive throughout the three week competition, beating every
team by at least ten goals except for a close game against Maleny which they managed
to win by one goal! Caitlyn Smith was the outstanding player of day three making many
sensational intercepts and stopping goals in the goal circle. Huge thanks goes to Deb Gisler
for coaching and encouraging this team as they prepare for the Mission Foods Primary
Schools Cup later in the year.
The B Soccer team of year six players had a similar road to victory. They had
won all their games comfortably until they met Maleny. After being drawn at half
time Maleny scored two quick goals to be leading 3-1. The team looked beaten
but regrouped themselves to fight back! One goal was scored and then with only
15 seconds remaining on the clock, Shane Charlesworth hit a cracker and scored
the equaliser in the top corner of the goal.
The Year 7 A Soccer team and the B Netball teams only lost two games over the
three weeks of competition and both teams finished in well deserved third place.
The soccer team showed some great passing and teamwork to score some good
goals. The B netball girls improved with every game with Brooke Hughes, who
was brand new to netball, showing athleticism and determination in the centre
position. Ella Mitchell, Rani Weir and Bek Atkins also played strongly and showed
experience in the midcourt. Thanks goes to Lisa Grigor who organised the team and also refereed each game.
All students really enjoyed this sporting outing on Friday afternoons and improved their play and got to know others better. We all look
forward to playing Touch Football next term.
Wendy Stott
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Sports News
Photos from Regional Cross Country
Showjumping Competition
On the first Saturday of the holidays four GCCC students competed in the Matthew Flinders
Interschool Showjumping. This event was the biggest Interschool showjumping yet and
had 140 competitors from schools across the coast and from Brisbane. The day was very
wet, very cold and very long with the jumping continuing well into the evening. The GCCC
team was made up of Courtney Sinclair, Tahlia Pratt, Sarah Davis
and Laura Davis. The girls jumped multiple rounds of 70cm, 90cm or
110cm dependent on the ability of the horse and rider combination. All
students were great representatives of the College and put in a huge
effort but unfortunately it wasn’t going to be their day.
Courtney was our only placegetter of the day riding an absolutely awesome jump off to win the first round by a
massive three seconds. Laura took an impressive fall in her first round but rolled out of it brilliantly and walked
away unscathed, which was a relief to everyone. After weeks of assignments and exams, leaving very little time
for riding, Sarah competed solidly all day but was unable to place.
Judy Davis
hoping your child is healthy and able to perform to their best, the joy of
success, not to mention being proud. I’m sure if we listen hard enough
Mrs Stott is off to London. Her talented daughter has been named in we will hear Wendy cheering.
the New Zealand Women’s Olympic Football team.
It has been quoted that “Genius is 1% talent and 99% perspiration”, I
Rebekah made the sacrifice to move away from her friends and
feel this is the same for sport. Talent can only take you so far! As we sit
family in Australia and re-locate to New Zealand to billet with a family watching the many athletes during the Olympic Games take a moment
she didn’t know, all to reach for her Olympic dream. The sacrifice
to appreciate the hours and years of training needed to reach that level.
and hours of training have paid off. What an amazing journey is
ahead for Bek, Wendy and their family.
Even though she is representing our neighbours across the pacific we
will all be watching excitedly. Updated results will be posted on the
I can’t begin to fathom the enormous roller coaster of emotions
sports noticeboard. Enjoy the adventure Mrs Stott.
for Wendy; the nerves when watching games, the anxiousness of
Mrs Stott is Olympic Bound!
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Community News
“CHILDREN’S FREE FOOT CHECK”
Tutor/Consulting
For the month of September, Stepping Out Podiatry are
offering children a ‘Free Foot Check*’ in their Landsborough
Clinic.
Specialising in learning
difficulties
So, if you are concerned about your child’s walking gait, foot
pain or any other issue, it is advisable to seek the opinionof a
qualified Podiatrist early and to get your child off on the right
foot for life!
Masters of Special Education
• In your own home
• Adults and school age
• Most school subjects
Phone: 1300 881082 to make an appointment *This offer is
for a general screening only. Please phone our friendly staff for further details. Offer is valid only in
Phone David on 5493 9783 or
our Landsborough Clinic and subject to specified times and availability. For new patients only, during
0411 351 920
September 2012.
Sunshine Coast Speech
Therapy
Provides a service for children and
adults suffering from: delays, stuttering,
immaturities, tongue thrust and tongue
tie, lisps, dyspraxia, physical disabilities
and other impairments.
To find out more email scspeech@
westnet.com.au
August at Beerwah Library
8 August 2pm iPad for business.
13 August 3.30pm Tools for Schools
22 August 2pm Learn to cook Japanese food
Ring Beerwah Library on 1300 542 727 for more
information
Machaneh
Christian School of Dance
“Ministry Not Entertainment”
CLASSES AT:
Glasshouse Country
Christian College
COMMENCING
TERM 1, 2012
Mondays & Thursdays
Pre prep. 4 yrs. and up
Inquiries: Machaneh
International
Creative Arts Inc.
Ph: 5442-3333
Mob: 0413776874
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.machanehdancearts.com.au
Beerwah and District
Kindergarten
OPEN DAY
Thursday 16 August 2012
from 9.30 am – 11.00 am
Everyone welcome. Come
and see our centre in action.
Please bring your child’s
morning tea. Children may be
enrolled for the Year 2013 or
for future years at our Open
Day. Please Note: There is
a cost of $10.00 to put your
child’s name on our waiting
list.
9 Free Street Beerwah 4519,
Phone 5494 6346 Email
[email protected]
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Parenting
by Michael Grose - No. 1 parenting educator
A Girl’s Way
Girls are more inclined to want people to like them and have a greater desire to be accepted.
It's important to open up conversations around values and beliefs.
Article contirbuted by Catherine Gerhardt
Raising teen girls was
never meant to be easy.
With two pre-teen
daughters myself I am
keenly aware of the
challenges that lie ahead.
Already there are
circumstances with
friends, and there will be
situations with
boyfriends, work and
online relationships, then
add into that mix possible issues with body image and self esteem.
Whew! That sounds like a potential mine field.
Girls can tend to be too trusting when it comes to relationships and
may not pay enough attention to their instincts, that intuition that
helps keep them safe. In general girls are more inclined to want
people to like them and have a greater desire to be accepted. It is
important that we open up conversations around values and beliefs.
Important safety discussions for girls:
Friends vs. Cliques
Friends are those people that we share a lot in common with. We
enjoy hanging out with them and supporting each other. Friendship
groups share values and beliefs and welcome new friends.
Cliques are more restrictive. They have rules that set out who can be
‘in’ and how they should behave. There can be a lot of pressure to
conform to a clique and it’s usually controlled by a leader.
Encourage her to know who she is and keep to her values. Take some
time out this week to sit down with her and write some down and have
them posted as discussion points for when you need them. Is she
living in a way that respects her core values?
It is also worthwhile to have a plan and build discussions around
potential peer pressure situations, like alcohol, drugs or sex? Think
ahead and discuss what she can do and even have her practise what
she can do or say. A lot of families have a code phrase that teens can
use if they are feeling pressure and want to get out of a situation. One
family I know uses ‘mother’ as their alert word; if they hear that word
or have it written in a text that is their cue to mobilise.
No means no
Believe it or not, NO is a word I want to hear my daughters using a lot
as they navigate their way through their teenage years. The word NO is
a powerful word. NO is a complete sentence. It is the most important
word they can use to keep themselves safe. If someone does not listen
to their NO, then that person is trying to take control of them or the
situation. Help your daughter to understand that if they let someone
talk them out of their NO, they are letting them take control. No means
no – you do not need to say anything else. Let’s say, for example,
someone approached your daughter and asked to help carry her
school bag and she says, ‘No, thank you. I can do it myself. I don’t have
far to go’. This tells the person that she may be open to conversation
and may be able to be convinced. NO means no negotiation.
The need to be noticed can be strong enough to lead girls into risky
behaviours or behaviours that do not fit in with their core values. As
parents, we need to support our girls to find and know their core
beliefs and values and empower them to be true to these ideas and
standards.
Have discussions with your daughter about knowing what they want
and what they believe in, and emphasise the importance of keeping
true to themselves. Are they being true to themselves in their friendships and activities when in a peer group? One of the messages we
use in our home is ‘Who is the boss of you?’ Does your daughter have
the skills to be the boss of herself or will she easily allow someone to
take that position?
If the way your daughter wants to be remembered does not match the
way she thinks others will remember her, then it is time to make some
changes. If your daughter finds herself questioning what she is doing,
get her to reflect on her list of core beliefs and values. The choices
they make now will help build the foundation for the woman they are
going to become.
Peer Pressure
Almost everyone finds themselves in a peer pressure situation at
some point. Help your daughter understand that when something
makes her feel uncomfortable, this means the situation is wrong for
her.
Catherine Gerhardt, Kidproof Melbourne
parentingideas.com.au
parentingideas.co.uk
Kidproof provides proactive and preventative child and family education
programs.
www.kidproofsafety.com.au
parentingideas.co.nz
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