The Harvest – Wednesday 19th September 2018

Dear Parents & Friends,

At the end of this week, we conclude Term 3 for 2018. As the trees are blossoming and the rose bushes are starting to bud, we are starting to enjoy the first signs of spring. Especially this year, we all hope and pray for good spring rains to help our farmers in the area and elsewhere. Every year, this change from winter to spring is an exciting time. It is such a joy to witness the blossoms, the new growth, and the hope and potential they bring. We can thank God for His goodness to us that we see at the beginning of this new season. However, at the end of a long winter, it also a suitable time for a break from the routines of the school term. The Term 3 Holidays are important because they allow our students to take a mental and physical breather from their studies and to re-energise themselves for the final term. For our Year 12 students, it is a bittersweet few weeks as these are the last holidays of their school lives. It also marks the time for them to ramp up their preparations for end-of-year exams and the finalisation of their high school studies. For Year 12, Term 4 at school lasts for only 2 weeks. Then, before the three-week VCAA final exam period begins, there is a week of study vacation where students officially finish their studies, complete practise exams, and seek help from their teachers in the areas they feel they are falling short. As a College, we pray for our senior students that they may have resilience and perseverance as well as good organisational practices to be able to achieve their best. And, even if they are not satisfied with their results after it’s all said and done, this can be a positive growth experience. While it feels good to achieve the highest marks, we can learn a lot from our shortcomings as we know that even in our failures, God is with us and accepts us when we turn to Him and entrust Him with all areas of our lives. He makes all things new, just as we see Him doing as the trees and flowers are blooming as they do each year. We also pray that as our Year 12 students leave our School, they will continue to become the people that God created them to be and that they would be able to make a positive influence for good in our society. May you have a restful holiday, and we look forward to returning in October to finish out the final term of this year together.

God bless you and your family,

Wayne Barker

Wednesday, 19th September 2018

The Harvest – Wednesday 19th September 2018

ANNOUNCEMENTS

TERM 4 – SUMMER UNIFORM All students need to be in their full summer uniform by Monday, 15th October. The office will be open during the school holidays on Mon 24th, Wed 26th & Fri 27th September from 9am – 3:00pm to pick up uniform orders and try any items on if necessary.

TERM 4 - HATS From the 1st day of Term 4 ALL Students will be expected to wear their College hat at recess and lunch time as well as when they are outside during class time eg. PE and Sport. Hats will apply from the beginning of Term 4 despite which uniform students choose to wear in the 1st week.

CANTEEN – ADDITIONAL DAY TRIAL The Canteen will be open for 4 days next term on a trial basis. Canteen and lunch orders will be available throughout Term 4 on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.

From the beginning of Term 4 the Canteen will operate on the Summer Menu.

YEAR 7 ORIENTATION An Orientation Day for all 2019 enrolled Year 7 students will be held on Thursday, 18th October. Orientation Day is a great opportunity for students to get to know their way around the College and to get a better feel for what Secondary School life will be like. Students will also get to meet a number of the teachers that will be instructing them next year.

PIANO LESSONS Piano Lessons will resume in Term 4. Vacancies exist for students in Yr 3 - 12 wishing to start piano lessons. Please speak to Leanne Pryor in the office for more information.

PREP ORIENTATION DAYS

2019 Preps are invited to two special events that will be held to help the transition from Kindergarten to School. These events are also a great opportunity for parents and soon-to-be preps to become familiar with the prep classroom and teacher at the College. Preps will participate in some special activities on the following days: Thursday, 11th October - Step Into Prep Tuesday, 27th November – Prep Orientation Prep Orientation is designed for prep students enrolled for 2019 with the College. Parents are encouraged to drop their child off at the Prep room and then share in morning tea in the staffroom to meet with other parents and teachers. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact the College Office.

FOOTY COLOURS DAY

LAST DAY OF TERM 3 The last day of Term 3 is on Friday, 21st September. Students are asked to wear footy colours and bring a gold coin donation for the College Student Welfare Program. Finish time will be at 1:20pm. Please note that footy colours consists of local, AFL or any other footy league of which students are wishing to wear the colours. Term 4 will commence on Monday 8th October.

The Harvest – Wednesday 19th September 2018

CSEN ATHLETICS

Well done to our students across years 7-12 who were selected to represent our school at the CSEN Athletics Carnival in Bendigo on Wednesday, 12th September. A special congratulations to our U16 Girls & Boys who won overall in the B Division. A big thank you to our wonderful parent helpers, Dee Somerville and Lisa Evans, who supervised and ran the Long Jump all day.

ROTARY SPELLING BEE

On Monday, 17th September, eight of our Years 4 – 6 Students participated in the Rotary Spelling Bee. All

students did their very best and represented the College to the best of their ability.

Congratulations for participating to Alina Joseph, Abeygail Jouana-Helman, Jerry Mugambi, James Berry,

Deanne Kidman & Joelle Bangay. A special Congratulations to John Field for 2nd place in the Year 6 Division.

PRIMARY ZONE ATHLETICS

On Friday, 7th September, 5 of our Primary Students participated in the Primary Mallee Zone Athletics Trials. Successful participates qualified for the Mallee Zone Athletics which was held on Monday, 17th September. All students did their best and represented the College well. Well Done! Lanie Somerville qualified for the Primary Mallee Zone Athletics, competing in the hurdles and high jump events. Congratulations Lanie on a fantastic effort, narrowly missing qualification for the next round.

VICTORIAN STUDENTS HEALTH & WELLBEING SURVEY

‘About You’ is a survey of Victoria’s young people, sponsored by the Department of Education and Training. The survey will collect information, about health and social issues which impact on the development of young people in Victoria. Findings from the study will help improve understanding of Victorian young people’s health and wellbeing. They will be used for planning policies and programs to help young people in our schools. Students from Year Level 5 & 8 have been selected from our School to participate. Please see the attached information regarding the survey.

The Harvest – Wednesday 19th September 2018

PRIMARY MUSICAL

On Wednesday, 12th September, the Primary students presented their musical to parents and friends. Congratulations to all the students with their presentation of ‘The Not So Terrible Parable’. A special thank you to Mrs Nitschke for all her hard work in putting the play together and to Miss Van Leeuwen for her sewing abilities with the costume making. Thank you also to all the staff and parents that helped out in various ways.

The Harvest – Wednesday 19th September 2018

COMMUNITY NOTICES

KERANG AMATEUR SWIMMING & LIFESAVING CLUB Registrations for this year’s swimming season will be held on Wednesday, 10th October between 4-6pm. Registration forms are available from Sports Power Kerang or from the Swimming Club Rooms on Registration night. PLEASE DO NOT HAND FORMS BACK TO SPORTSPOWER. Return forms to Kerang Swimming Club Room. Please see the attached flyer for further details. FREE MOVIE DAY The Grain Shed, Church of Christ in Swan Hill will be hosting a free movie day during the school holidays. The movie Peter Rabbit will be shown on Wednesday, 3rd October from 10am. Please see the attached flyer for further details. POP UP PLAYGROUP Please see the attached information regarding new Supported Playgroup run by a qualified facilitator through the Gannawarra Shire. This playgroup is for eligible families that meet a specific criteria and is separate to any other community playgroup. If you are interested please contact the Gannawarra Shire for further details. KERANG SHOW Please see the attached program for the Kerang Show on Monday, 8th October. If you would like a schedule please collect one from the Kerang Show Office in Park Road. KERANG JUNIOR TENNIS – 2018 / 2019 SEASON Registrations along with the ‘Have a Hit Arvo’ will be held on Friday, 19th October from 4.30pm with the season to commence the following week (Oct 26th). ALL new and old players most welcome! Any questions please contact Janda Lancaster 0438 407 488. KERANG JUNIOR TENNIS – 2018 / 2019 SEASON Kerang Amateur Basketball Association season will commence the week of 15th October 2018. Registrations are now open for Aussie Hoops, Juniors and Seniors. Please either visit our Facebook Page; email kerangbasketball@hotmail.com or phone Maree Hunter on 0418 391 720 for further information.

WALK TO SCHOOL

Gannawarra Shire launched their ‘Walk to School’ campaign on Monday, 17th September. Each class will compete against each other to see who can achieve the furthest distance with a ‘golden shoe’ trophy awarded to the winning class. Students are encouraged if able to walk ride or scoot to school or the bus stop from 8th October – 2nd November. We understand that it is not possible for all students to walk to school so each class will participate by doing laps around the school oval to achieve their goals. Please see the promotional flyer on the next page.

The Harvest – Wednesday 19th September 2018

The Harvest – Wednesday 19th September 2018

The Harvest – Wednesday 19th September 2018

Name: Mrs Colleen Henderson

What is your role at School? I am a Primary & Secondary specialist teacher, teaching predominately Visual Arts & PE.

What is your favourite food? There is nothing quite like a Chicken Parmigiana.

What is your favourite colour? Blue.

What football / sport team do you go for? Melbourne Dees.

What is your favourite holiday destination? One of my favourite holiday destinations growing up would have to have been Robe in SA.

What is your favourite TV show / movie? I love the old classics, Little Women, Sound of Music and Anne of Green Gables.

What family do you have? As part of my immediate family… I have a Husband, a Mum & Dad and 2 younger Sisters.

Do you have any pets? What are their names? Not recently.

What do you like to do in your spare time? I love to read, spend time in the great outdoors, watch movies and spend time with family and friends.

NEW TEACHER PROFILE SCHOOL CALENDAR AND REMINDERS

Term 3 - September

Fri 21st Footy Colours Day (Last Day of Term 3)

Term 4 - October Mon 8th Term 4 Starts Thurs 11th Step into Prep Thurs 18th Year 7 Orientation Fri 19th Northaven Visit (Selected Students) Fri 19th Last day of Year 12 Mon 22nd Year 12 Celebration Day Tues 23rd Year 12 Dinner Mon 29th Year 5/6 Camp – Canberra (5 days) Wed 31st Yr 12 English Exam

November Fri 2nd Northaven Visit Mon 5th Mid Term Break (No School) Tues 6th Cup Day (Public Holiday) Wed 7th Yr 3 / 4 Camp (3 days) Mon 12th Yr 7 -11 Exams / Assessment Week Wed 14th Yr 9 Camp (3 days) Fri 16th Report Writing Day Mon 19th VCE Orientation Week (2 Weeks)

PRAYER POINTS

Praise God for a great Primary Musical.

Praise God for the beautiful sunshine.

Pray for enrolments for 2019.

Pray for Staff for 2019.

Pray for Staff and Students as the end of term approaches.

Pray for a safe and restful break for both staff & students.

STAFF PROFILE

CANTEEN ROSTER

Friday, 21st September Pennie Gill

Term 4 Friday, 12th October Helper Needed Wednesday, 17th October Sandra Peacock Friday, 19th October Teena Steains

URGENT: More help is required for the Canteen particularly for a Friday.

COMMUNICATION

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Camp Deposit Letter – Yr 9 19-9 Handout:

Camp Deposit Letter – Yr 9 19-9

Walk to School Info – Primary 19-9