ILLAWARRA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL CORDEAUXnewsletter

Key dates

PRAYER & PRAISE

PRAYER & PRAISE

Saturday 5th MarchDragon Boat Challenge - Skiway Park Oak Flats

Monday 7th MarchCSSA Primary State SwimmingYear 10 Excursion to Jewish MuseumICS Running Squad - Sheargold Park

Tuesday 8th MarchNational Theatre Performance on Financial Literacy for Infants and Primary StudentsInfants/Primary Assembly - 6R presenting. 2.40pm in the hall

Thursday 10th MarchAssociation Meeting at Cordeaux 7.30pm

Thursday 10th - Friday 18th MarchYear 12 Half-Yearly Exams

Friday 11th MarchYear 11 Business Studies excursion to Jamberoo Action Park

Saturday 12th MarchBike for Bibles Practice Ride meet 1pm at Unanderra Pool

Monday 14th MarchICS Running Squad - Sheargold ParkPi Day (Orders need to be returned to the office by Wed 9/3)

Wednesday 16th MarchCSSA Secondary State VolleyballYear 11 Ancient History Excursion to Sydney Living Museum

Thursday 17th MarchYear 10 Geography Excursion to Warilla Beach

Friday 18th MarchYear 11 Biology to Sandon Point for Assessment Task

Saturday 19th MarchWorking Bee (Families with youngest child in Years 3 and 4)

Monday 21st MarchCSSA Secondary State SwimmingICS Running Squad - Stuart Park

Tuesday 22nd March7pm Parent Information Evening - The Resilience Donut (More information to come)

Thursday 24th MarchEaster Assembly

A message from Mr LainsonIn Philippians 4:13 is say “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”. So often this verse is used by Christians to claim successes in our life. Now, the “all things” of Philippians 4:13 certainly does include our successes and the various positive things in life, but the edge on this often-quoted verse is that “all things” also means life’s hardest things: like humiliation, hunger, need, and loss.

Philippians 4:13 means more than giving a thumbs up to God when life’s going as well as it can. It’s mainly about where we go and to whom we go when we’re most devastated, most in pain, most at a loss, in our lowest of lows. It’s in this context that the apostle Paul claims, “I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content” (Philippians 4:11) — and says it again, “In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need.” There is a secret for contentment, not just in our greatest triumphs, but also in our deepest devastations.

What is the secret of this strength and contentment? Philippians 4:13 calls it “Christ who strengthens me.”

Twilight Fete and Open DaySaturday 2nd April 4pm-8pm

Notes have been sent home in relation to how you can help on Fete day. If each school family does one hour, our fete will be a huge success as we work together as a community. If you can help, you can email a coordinator as per the note or contact the office and you will be put in touch with a coordinator.

Student Term Dates 2016Term 1 Monday 1st February Friday 8th AprilTerm 2 Wednesday 27th April Friday 1st JulyTerm 3 Monday 25th July Friday 23rd SeptemberTerm 4 Tuesday 11th October Thursday 8th December

“In God, whose work I praise-in God I trust and am note afraid. What can mere mortals do to me."

Psalm 56:4

Pray for Year 12 as they prepare for upcoming exams and Year 11 as they adjust to senior student workloads.

Give thanks for our fete committee and the work they are doing for the Fete and Open Day. Pray for smooth running of the day and the many volunteers.

Pray especially for Kindergarten and Year 7 as they continue to adjust to their new routines.

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Pi DayWe will be celebrating Pi Day again this year on Monday 14th March. All students should have received an order form this week, to enable them to order a pie, apple turnover and sauce for their lunch.Could you please ensure that all order forms (with correct money - no change given) are returned to the school office by Wednesday 9th March.Thank you.

Mathematics Department.

Association MeetingThursday 10th March

7.30pm in Cordeaux Campus Hall

Second Hand UniformsThe secondhand Uniform Pool list is available to view on the ICS website under 'Uniforms'. It is updated weekly. Donations of second-hand uniforms can be dropped off to the office at any time. Second-hand uniforms are available to buy - just see office staff.

Uniform Shop Opening HoursMondays 8:30 - 11:30am and 1:30pm-4:00pmWednesdays 8:30am-11:30am -Ph: 4239 5220 e: icccordeaux@alinta.com.au

Help wanted in School OfficeIf you feel you are able to help out in the office on a regular basis, we have a variety of small tasks that we would appreciate people doing. You are welcome on any day at a time that suits you. Please contact the school office if you can help.

Come and Pray with our PrincipalThe first Tuesday of each month parents and friends of ICS are welcome to come and pray for our school with Mr Lainson. The next date is Tuesday 5th April 9:15am-9:45am in the Staff Common Room.

Bike for Bibles Training RideSaturday 12th March 1:00pm-3:30pmMeet at Unanderra pool

Year 12 Parents PrayerThe next prayer meeting will be Friday 18th March 9:15am-9:45am, when there will be some parents meeting to pray for Year 12. We will meet every second Friday in the Staff Common Room (next to the office) and will provide morning tea for Year 12 on those days.If you are interested in attending, providing morning tea (can be sent with your child if you are unable to attend on the Friday), having any prayer points emailed or just want some more information please contact Cathy Wynn cwynn@exemail.com.au

Working BeesWorking bee dates have been set for 2016. Families are rostered on for the date of their youngest child at school but you are welcome to attend any working bee date that suits. Please note that it is a condition of enrolment that one working bee is attended each year. All working bees are 8:30am-11:30am except for the make up dates on 20th August and 3rd December which are 2pm-5pmThe dates for 2016 are: 19/3 (Years 3 & 4), 14/5 (Year 1 & 2), 18/6 (Years 7 & 8), 20/8 (Make Up date) , 17/9 (Prep/Kinder), 29/10 (Years 9 & 10), 19/11 (Years 5 & 6), 3/12 (Make Up Date)

Dealing with Pornography in the Digital AgeInformation session with Dr Patricia Weerakoon about the facts and effects of pornography from a Biblical perspective.Location: Tongarra Campus, Learning Hub (Library)Designed for parents of Years 9-12, but everyone is welcome. Light refreshments provided.For further information contact Tongarra School office on 4230 3700

Pedestrian AccessJust a reminder that the only pedestrian access to school is via the Northern Driveway, next to the School office. Please do not use the Southern Driveway.

Extend Outside School Hours Care Enrolling is quick and easy! Simply enrol and set up your account online at www.extend.com.au Please note – all children must be enrolled before attending. We have heaps of fun activities planned this term and we can’t wait for you to attend! Activities include a range of arts and crafts, sports, team games, science, cooking, and much more.Last week at Extend, we created autumn leaf bowls, had a paper plane contest and did some experimental activities such as mixing paint. We also make delicious cheese and pineapple pizzas. Extend would like to announce that Patrick Smith was awarded the first Extend Superstar Award for always helping. Well done Patrick and keep up the good work.Please do not forget to check the Newsletter for our weekly program :)

Next Week's Activities:Monday 7 March: Science: fuzzy cloud doughTuesday 8 March: Capes are usWednesday 9 March: Pottery classThursday 10 March: Team activity: snake challengeFriday 11 March: Clay jar cottageONLINE BOOKINGS: extend.com.auCALL OUR OFFICE: 1300 366 437

Messages for StudentsIf parents have a message for students it would be appreciated if parents would call the school before 2:15pm. The runners deliver message at this time. Of course, in an emergency exceptions can be made. Please do not try to call or text your child on their mobile phone.

Save the DateTwilight Fete and Open DaySaturday 2nd April 20164pm-8pm

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Illawarra chRistian School

CordeauxTwilight Fete& Open DaySAT 2 APRIL 4-8PM

4 TYALLA PL (OFF DERRIBONG DR) CORDEAUX HEIGHTS

Something for everyone, including rides, great food, book, plant and craft stalls and more… While you visit, take a tour of our school facilities. Prep, Infants, Primary and Secondary all on display. Chat with our teachers and

meet our community.

www.ics.nsw.edu.au Enquiries 4239 5200