Week 1B 1.5.2018 Principal's Report

Welcome back to Term 2. I trust the break was great for your children to rest, recover from a busy Term 1 and

reenergise for the term ahead.

The Term 2 season in the Riverina gradually shifts from the gorgeous days we have been having to cold nights

and early morning frosts. At the moment, your kids may well want a jacket in the morning and will come home in

shirtsleeves. A great teaching opportunity to remember to bring home their jackets. Students can choose to

wear summer or winter uniform for the next few weeks although they will need to be in full winter

uniform for our Photo Days on May 10 and 11.

Last week, groups of student leaders, cadets, scouts and others joined the ANZAC day marches. They were

respectful and enthusiastic. I love that our students see this day as an important part of our culture. Thank you

for your support and participation during the day. We will be a having our own ANZAC service this Wednesday

at 10:50am. Thank you to the defence force personnel and others that will be assisting.

Our secondary athletics carnival is going to be held this coming Friday 4 May. Students and staff will

travel to Jubilee Park for the day. You are very welcome to join us. Here is a link to the letter with details of the

day’s events. If your child requires bus transport, please return the form by 9:00am Thursday 3 May.

We are blessed with gifted and committed tradespeople who assist us in

maintaining our facilities. Over the break, we established a new operable wall

between two class rooms and the replacement of gutters on A and D Blocks.

Thank you also to our amazing cleaning and maintenance staff who worked

tirelessly to maintain the College over the break.

A number of our students attended the Scripture Union Fishing and

Diving camp and the Soul Survivor camp over the break. I’ve heard great

things about these camps and the encouragement they were to our students.

Have a wonderful week,

Mr Hugh MacCallum, Principal

Pray for:

The students as they settle back into school

The athletics carnival on this Friday

Our ANZAC service on Wednesday morning

The Raidal family as they mourn the passing

of Shane’s father

New students and their families who have

joined us this term.

Give thanks for:

The Fishing and Diving and Soul Survivor

camps that were held over the break

The term ahead

Safe return from our holidays

The many maintenance tasks carried out

around the College grounds

The safe arrival of baby Hope Elspeth

Gilmour

Remarkable achievements in a variety of

sports

DIARY DATES

Click on the blue underlined activities to find the Parent Letter and Permission Note for each event.

May 2 ANZAC Flagpole Ceremony, 10:50am May 4 Yrs 7 - 12 Athletics Carnival, Jubilee Park May 7 Preschool Mother’s Day Stall, 8:30 - 9:30am

May 8 Stage 3 Assembly, 2:30, TLA May 8 ICAS Comp - Digital Tech May 9 Preschool Mother’s Day Stall, 8:30 - 9:30am May 9 Yrs 5/6 Paul Kelly Cup May 9 Bill Turner Trophy & Bill Turner Cup May 10 CWWHSSA Netball Tracey Gunson Sheild May 10-11 College Photo Days May 10 Association AGM & Forum, 7pm TLA May 11 Mother’s Day Stall, Yrs KI - 8, 9:30 - 11:30 May 11 Yr 11 Senior First Aid Course May 13 Mother’s Day May 15 Yr 7 2019 Info Night May 18 CWWHSSA Cross Country May 19 Mia’s Market & Car Boot Sale, WWCC May 21 Prayer Night May 21 - 25 Yr 11 Half Yearly Exams May 22 Stage 3 Assembly, 2:30pm, TLA May 22 Kindergarten 2019 Info Night May 23 Seasons for Growth, Yrs 1 - 4 May 24 CWWHSSA Athletics Carnival May 25 Jnr School Parent Assembly, 2:30pm MPC May 28 - Jun 1 Yrs 7 - 10 Half Yearly Exams May 29 ICAS Comp - Science Jun 1 CSSA Primary/Secondary Cross Country Jun 1 Yr 11 Business Studies Program Due Date Jun 4 - 8 Yr 10 Work Experience Jun 5 Yrs 9/10 Youth Mental Health Forum Jun 5 Yr 12 Parent Teacher Interviews

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We are seeking a volunteer to drive 6 students to and from the Riding For Disabled Stables.

Drivers must be available each Tuesday between the hours of 11am and 1pm, Terms 2 to 4. The vehicle is a 12 seater mini bus and

only requires a standard driving licence. Volunteers will need to provide a Working With

Children Check.

Learning Support staff member, Mr Shane Ceccato, would love to hear from you as soon

as possible. Contact the College Office to apply. Your help would be much appreciated.

COLLEGE PHOTO DAYS Thursday 10 May (Whole School) and Friday 11 May

(Preschool) 2018 are our WWCC Photo Days.

Envelopes were sent home with instructions on the first day of Term 2, here is a link to the letter. Please see this link to MSP for more details of what is included in

each pack.

All students will have their photo taken in order to update their student files.

Please send students to school in their full WWCC winter uniform. This means long-sleeved College shirts for both girls and boys, and ties for boys. Our

uniform guidelines can be found in the Student Diary or via this link. As many students do not own a College woollen jumper, all students will be photographed in class groups without jumpers. For individual photos,

students may wear their jumper if parents prefer.

JUNIOR SCHOOL NEWS

Welcome to Term 2, we look forward to a new term with plenty of exciting events coming up. College photos will

be next Thursday 10 May. Please ensure your child is in full winter uniform, neat and tidy. This includes

a tie for the boys and a white College blouse for the girls, not a skivvy. Here is a link to our Uniform List.

Year 3 will be participating in the NAPLAN numeracy and literacy tests from the 15 to 17 May, in Week 3.

Mrs Joiner and Mrs Tasker have been working through some practice tests in class with

the students so they are familiar with the format and conditions of the tests. These tests

only provide a snapshot of a student’s academic achievement and should not be a

cause of stress or anxiety. Please speak to your child’s teacher if you have any

concerns.

Our Mother’s Day stall will be on Friday 11 May. Students will be taken in the

morning by their teachers to visit the stall with an option to purchase gifts ranging from $1-$10. If you would

prefer your child not to be carrying money, please place it in a clearly labelled envelope to be handed to their

classroom teacher. Our stall provides a lovely opportunity to buy for grandmas and nannas.

This term, beginning in Week 2, our students in Years 1 – 4 will be participating in tennis workshops as part

of our PD/Health/PE program. This means that students will be required to wear their sports uniforms on the

following days:

1/2S - Mondays and Thursdays

1/2B - Mondays and Thursdays

1/2J - Mondays and Thursdays

3J - Mondays and Wednesdays

3T - Mondays and Tuesdays

4F - Mondays and Wednesdays

4C - Mondays only

Just a reminder that during Terms 2 and 3, our Monday morning merit assemblies have

been moved to 3:00pm due to the colder weather. Our first Junior School parent assembly

of the term will be held in Week 6 on Friday 8 June at 2:30pm. 4C will be performing their

item.

A date for the diary - our Kindergarten 2019 information night is on Tuesday 22 May

from 5:45-6:15pm. Please invite any families interested in enrolling their students in Kindergarten next

year. It will be a great opportunity to meet the Kindergarten teachers, learn about our programs, network with

families and visit the classrooms.

As always, please feel free to come and see me if you have any concerns regarding your child. I strongly

encourage communication between school and home to ensure a successful partnership between us.

Have a wonderful first week of term,

Mrs Jane Greenlees, Head of Junior School

Coles Sports for Schools

Thank you so much to everyone who participated in

the Sports for Schools campaign! We have now

collected your vouchers and sent them away. We are not collecting any more vouchers this

term. Stay posted to hear how you have helped the College.

Thank you for your help,

Mrs Rosie Anderson

Annabelle Wilkinson, Year 9, has returned from the National Ten Pin

Bowling Championships in Melbourne. Each player enters their event

twice and Annabelle bowled so well in her singles that she gained both

first and second position by a considerable margin. Wow, how amazing

is that!

Jones Russell, Year 4, who competed

with enthusiasm at the PSSA Primary

competition, the highest level for his

age group, winning his heat and

placing 9th in the final. A fantastic

result.

Paige Pfeiffer, Year 11, is the silver

medalist at State Gymnastics Level

10 competition.

Stephen and Alison Gilmour and boys

on the safe and happy arrival of Hope

Elspeth.

SENIOR SCHOOL NEWS

TAS Canoe Build Excursion

Three Year 11 students Calvin Combs, Sean

Wilson and Matilda Gyles participated in the

Novice Canoe Build at the Classic and Wooden

Boat Festival at Darling Harbour during the school

holidays. Accompanied by Mr David Crick, Mr

Trevor Gyles and Mrs Joy Gyles, students

travelled to Sydney on the final day of Term 1.

After a day of workshops, the TAS students

successfully made a leak-proof canoe and won

the canoe race. Take a look at our Facebook page

to see a video of the harbor race here.

“I really enjoyed my time at the Canoe Build

trip! It was interesting and different to learn

about how canoes and boats are built. I feel

that I gained new skills from the weekend. It

was amazing to stay overnight on the tall ship, it was an unforgettable experience!

I am proud of how we worked as a team to win the race. I’m also keen to see this program continue for other

students and to share the skills I’ve leaned.”

Matilda Gyles, Year 11

SPORT REPORT

Welcome to Term 2! This Friday 4 May is our Year 7 to 12 Athletics Carnival. We will be spending the day at

Jubilee Park and you are welcome to join us for all or part of the day.

Here is a link to the letter we sent home. If your child requires bus transport, please return the attached form by

9:00am Thursday 3 May. We are looking forward to a fantastic day of healthy competition!

The NSW Office of Sport is working

with sporting organisations across

NSW to remind spectators that the

focus of junior sport should always

be fun, through the Shoosh for Kids campaign. The

Shoosh for Kids Awareness Week is coming up soon, 14

- 20 May 2018. We think this is a wonderful initiative and

look forward to promoting this initiative. If you are

involved in a local sport group and would like more

information on the campaign, follow this link. Below are

some helpful tips for engaging in sport with your children.

Together let’s keep kids playing and enjoying sport.

The NSW Government is helping kids get active with the

new Active Kids program. From 31 January 2018,

parents, guardians and carers can apply for a $100

voucher per calendar year for each student enrolled in

school. The voucher may be used with a registered

activity provider for registration, participation and

membership costs for sport, fitness and active recreation

activities. For more information, follow this link.

Have a great week,

Mr Timothy Bacon

Senior Sport Coordinator

WAGGA WAGGA COMMUNITY NEWS

Downside Bush Dance Sat 5 May, Sat 2 Jun, Sat 7 Jul, Sat 4 Aug, Sat 1 Sep, Sat 6 Oct, Sat 3 Nov, Sat 1 Dec 2018 Time: 7.30pm to midnight Cost: Adults $4, Children gold coin Location: Downside Hall, off Coolamon Road, via Wagga Wagga Contact: David Dunbar on 0427 042 686 Somewhere between Wagga Wagga and Coolamon in the south-west of New South Wales is arguably one of the best preserved old-time community halls in the state. Everything is in good working order; the dance floor is sound, the acoustics and lighting is just right and when the monthly bush dance is in full swing, a very precious part of Australia's history comes to life with an atmosphere non-existent in larger metropolitan areas.

A great time for the whole family and just 20 minutes out of Wagga! Come and enjoy a night of music and dancing at the Downside hall every month (except January).

We are looking for Year 1 and 2 girls who are

interested in playing Indoor Netball, at Wagga

Indoor Sports Centre on Friday afternoons.

Registration is $20 and then $4/week payable at

the Centre. Season starts in the first week of

Term 2 and finishes at the end of Term 3.

We are also looking for parents to assist with

teams and a Team Manager.

Any enquiries contact either

Claire Buchtmann 0416 051 167

Dave Buchtmann 0429 604 586

Thank you

CHURCHES, KIDS CLUBS & YOUTH GROUPS

The Promise Centre 48 Vestey St www.thepromisecentre.com.au Sunday Service at 10am.

Generocity Church Wagga 194 Lake Albert Rd (the old Prime News building) www.generocitychurch.com.au Sunday Service at 10am

Wagga Wagga Evangelical Church (WWEC) 401 Kooringal Road www.wwec.org.au Sunday Service at 10am and 7pm

Inspire Church Wagga 555 Kooringal Rd www.inspirechurch.com.au/wagga Sunday Service Times: 10am Service 6pm Service Inspire Youth Wagga Every Friday from 6:30-8:30pm Check Facebook for updates

UniChurch/Christian Fellowship CSU Wagga, In the Rec Hall cfwagga.org.au

Sunday Service at 7pm

St Aidan's Presbyterian Church 62-64 Coleman St staidanswagga.org.au Sunday Service Times: 9am Service 10:30am Service 5pm Service Kid’s Club meets at St Andrew ’s, Cross Street, every Friday during term time, 5.30-7.30pm. SAYGE is the Youth Group of St Aidan ’s and St Andrew’s Presbyterian churches. We meet at St Andrew’s on Cross St every Friday night of school term from 7.30-9.30pm.

Wagga Baptist Church 156 Tarcutta St www.wwbc.org.au Sunday Service Times: 8:15am Worship Service 10am Worship Service 6pm Worship Service Crossover Youth: 5.30 for Bible Study 7pm – 9pm for Youth Group

Living Water Fellowship Kooringal Guide Hall 565 Kooringal Rd www.livingwaterwagga.org.au Sunday Service at 10am

The Salvation Army 188 Edward Street salvos.org.au/wagga/contact-us/ Sunday Service at 10am Kids Church Sunday at 9am Mainly Music Monday 10:30am Salvos Women Wednesday 10:30am Just Men is monthly For other activities and info about joining a small group call the church office on 6921 7895.

South Wagga Anglican Church St Paul’s Turvey Park, 31 Fernleigh Rd Sunday Services at 8am & 9:30am St Alban’s Kooringal, 270 Lake Albert Rd Sunday Service at 8am Wednesday Service at 10am https://www.swac.church/

Gospel Power Ministries Cnr Bourke and Mckell Ave (Mt Austin Public School) www.gospelpowerministries.org.au Sunday Service at 9:30am Connect Group fortnightly on Wednesdays Prayer meeting on Fridays at 7pm

Wagga Church of Christ 49 Fernleigh Road Kids Church 9:15am Sunday Service at 10am Youth Group Fridays from 7:30 -

9:30pm Chat & Play Group Wednesdays 10am

Wagga Wagga Uniting Churches www.wwuca.org.au

Pilgrim Uniting Church Sunday Worship Services – 10 Tanda Pl Glenfield Park 9:00am Traditional service 10:30am Family and cross-cultural service 6:00pm Modern expressions Wesley Uniting Church Sunday Worship Services – Cnr Johnston & Tarcutta Streets 10:30am Traditional service 1:30pm Korean language service