2018 Annual Report by Christian College Geelong

2018

ANNUAL REPORT

Annual Report 2016

Christian College Geelong Ltd Christian College Bellarine Ltd Christian College Institute of Senior Education Ltd Christian College Institute of Teaching & Learning Ltd

Contents Chairmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

From the CEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

From the Principal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Financial Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

College Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Teaching & Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Early Learing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Life-Worthy Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 College Major Event Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chairman’s Report Mr James Shirley Chairman

This year has been an amazing year of achievement

The Surf Coast Campus project has now been further

for Christian College Geelong. Significant progress has

progressed with stages 2 & 3 buildings erected in the

been made during 2018 towards many long and short

latter part of 2018 in preparation for the 2019 school

term goals.

year.

A significant highlight for our college in particular

These additional buildings include: four new

was to see one of our major objectives come to

classrooms, art room and library facilities.

fruition with the official opening of the Surf Coast

We have appreciated the financial assistance of

campus, held in March this year, after completion of

Government grants in funding construction of these

the ‘stage 1’ building program last year. Among many

new facilities. This assistance coupled with the ‘nimble’

special guests participating in the opening were local

and cost effective building program have help make

MPs Sarah Henderson and Andrew Katos. It was a

this concept and plan a reality.

wonderful occasion held in the beautiful setting of this new campus.

Other building programs undertaken this year at our

Congratulations must go to Debbie Riddle and the

college have included

team of staff for a job well done in undertaking the

- Extensive changes at the Bellarine Campus involving

massive preparation required to commence the

the removal of two portables and addition of two new

school year, and for an incredibly successful first year

classrooms and new library area. The reception area

of operation. It was wonderful to see the Surf Coast

has also undergone refurbishment.

Campus Prep class taking part, for the very first time,

- At Senior School - Waurn Ponds, the building of a

in this year’s Annual Music Evening (choir) and end of

new state of the art music facility has begun. We have

year Presentation Evening at Costa Hall.

been fortunate to receive some government funding

Thanks again, go to Paul Brewster, David Spedding

towards this 4 million dollar project.

and the team for all of their hard work in delivering

- Planning for a new bus port and staff car park at the

the first stage of buildings in readiness for the opening

rear of Middle School - Highton including a new rear

of the new Campus this year. It was an admirable

entrance road and gate.

achievement. During 2018 the College Foundation has continued to develop under the chairmanship of Michael Peck. The Foundation Board have worked to raise the profile of the Foundation and source funding and support. It was wonderful to see Robert Costa appointed as the Patron of the Foundation this year. Robert will be a terrific advocate for the Foundation and we are grateful for his willingness to serve our college in this way.

On May 8th this year, Senior School - Waurn Ponds

In September, Jonathan Taylor was welcomed onto the

suffered the loss of use of their administration

Board in the role of Anglican Clergy Representative.

building, student office, staff rooms and library after

Jonathan has previously been a teacher at our college

they were gutted by a fire which was started by an

for a period and it is a pleasure to welcome him back

electrical fault in a desk top computer. Our insurers

to the College in this valued role. In December we

have been very responsive to the situation and

were pleased to have Paul Stephens join the Board in

restoration building work is well underway and due

the capacity of Uniting Church Clergy Representative.

to be finished mid next 2019. It was very heartening

Paul has previously served on our Board and it is

to see the immense support and cooperation of

terrific to have him back serving our College in this

staff, students and families as they adapted to the

position.

challenges brought about by this event. Many new programs and improvements in systems After an eventful year which has included many

have been achieved this year in spite of the busiest

achievements, challenges and progress on many

of schedules and daily pressures that inevitably are

fronts, I wish to commend our CEO Daryl Riddle,

a part of managing a College as large as Christian

Principal Glen McKeeman, Deputy Principal Scott Ellis,

College. What has been achieved this year could not

Heads of Campus and staff for their dedication and

happen without great leadership and the dedication

leadership throughout 2018.

and support of every member of the Christian College community.

This appreciation should rightly extend to the student body of the College where we also see exceptional

As we approach Christmas and the school holiday

leadership in our young people.

period, I wish you all well and Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s richest blessing into 2019. We look forward to what God has is store

I would like to thank the board members, CEO,

for Christian College next year.

Principal and Heads of Campus for their diligent support of Board Meetings and Board Subcommittees.

Mr James Shirley

The preparation of detailed monthly reports by our

Chairman of the Christian College Geelong Board

Heads of Campus for our meetings has been greatly appreciated. I would also like to thank Jonathan Ryan for a terrific first year as Director of Operations, and to Chris Golden, Brenda Huxtable and the whole business and finance team that work tirelessly in the business and finance area, seeking to improve in all systems and operations. This work is very significant and important in an organisation the size of our College. Changes in the Board this year include: During much of 2017 and 2018, Kayne Harwood has been on leave from the board due to a posting in London with KGMP. Kayne has elected to step down from the Board. We extend to Kayne our very best wishes.

2018 Members of the Christian College Geelong Board

Mr James Shirley Chairman Parent Representative

Mr Vivian Watson The Salvation Army Lay Representative

Mrs Sally Stewart Parent Representative

Mr Greg Reid Parent Representative

Paul Stephens Uniting Church Clergy Representative

Mrs Lenore Ford Parent Representative

Jonathan Taylor Anglican Church Clergy Representative

Capt. Tracey Davies The Salvation Army Clergy Representative

Dr David Fuller Anglican Church Lay Representative

Mrs Susan Strong Uniting Church Lay Representative

Pastor Tim Edwards Baptist Church Clergy Representative

From the CEO Mr Daryl C. Riddle OAM Chief Executive Officer

This year has been one full of challenges and

During the past five months the College has been

changes and as I take the time to reflect upon the

hard at work establishing the new stage 2 & 3

events of the year, I can’t help but feel grateful

buildings for the Surf Coast Campus which will

for the many opportunities and blessings which

provide classrooms and specialist rooms for the

surround the students of this College. To describe

next three to four years of growth. Congratulations

the plethora of activities and vital learning

to all the staff involved in the design and

opportunities our students enjoy each week would

development of the campus and all of our building

be enormous so I will confine my report to only a

and maintenance staff for the work in readying the

few of the stand outs for the year.

ground, planting and play areas for the New Year.

In February this year, the Surf Coast Campus

This year we experienced a disappointing tragedy

opened its doors for the first time to the Foundation

when a fire ripped through the most recently

Day Prep class, a group of twelve children keen

built building at Senior School - Waurn Ponds,

and eager to come to school and learn. Ably led by

the Administration area, the student offices, staff

their teacher, Mrs Debbie Riddle, the children were

rooms and Library. Whilst not all the buildings were

quick to try out the playground, the new classrooms

burnt, smoke and water damage affected the total

and their new furniture as well as saying hello to

building in some manner. Fortunately the Insurance

the kangaroos, wood ducks, parrots and deer that

will cover the rebuild and this should be finished

inhabit the same space. On Friday 16th of March

by mid next year (2019). Thanks to all the Senior

a grand opening ceremony was held on the ‘deck’

School staff and students who have risen above the

where the campus proper was officially opened by

problems and have worked so well in supporting

Sarah Henderson MP and the College Chairman Mr.

each other over this difficult time.

James Shirley. We were all gratefully serenaded by the Preps singing Jesus Loves Me. Congratulations to so many people who have worked tirelessly to open the new campus and prepare it for the new start.

Building works at Bellarine have also been a priority

Parents of Music School - Highton students will be

at the Bellarine Campus where we have renovated

pleased to note the first steps of the works in the

some major areas of the campus as well as removed

construction of the new Music Facility at Senior

the old Year 4 portables. In their stead we have

School has begun. This incredible four million dollar

developed a beautiful new grade 4 area where

music area will be the first stage of works in the

the library was once situated and renovated areas

Music department and the initial steps to redevelop

within the Prep rooms. The new grade 4 rooms are

the whole of the Senior School buildings. I would

very spacious and are designed to cater for our new

like to express my thanks to the Music Department

teaching and learning strategies and provide great

leaders and staff for their years of patience in

spaces for students to feel at home in their class.

waiting for this construction to come to become a

As well some extensive works have been completed

reality.

in the upgrade of the Barn where many students are involved in the looking after and caring for the

This year the Christian College students were

animals and the growing of various vegetables etc.

provided the challenge of fundraising to help

Also, the new library has been relocated into the

provide some necessary help for the farmers who

west side of the Sports Auditorium foyer area and

have been affected by the drought throughout

it looks truly fabulous. With new furnishings and

the rural country areas. They were able to raise

with bright and spacious floor to ceiling windows,

$10,000 which was presented to the Rotary Club

it has become the perfect place and area for our

in Condobolin in NSW where they were going to

students to utilise for their research and library

disperse the money as $200 vouchers to those

needs. Thanks to all the staff who spent so much

people who were finding this time of year financially

time shifting and renovating all these new areas.

difficult due to the effects of the drought in their

They have become perfect learning spaces for the

community.

students at Bellarine.

This year we enjoyed a visit from our Indonesian students from our sister school in Mataram on Lombok. The students were involved in many aspects of the life of Christian College and were wonderfully billeted out with many of our College families. I am sure they appreciated the experiences in Victoria and especially the warmth and care of their host families. As well, 29 Christian College students and five staff travelled to our host school Naga Senior High School in Wakayama, Japan for their 1 week tour and 2 week home stay exchange. As well, Williams House Kindergarten is also

These experiences are certainly life changing for

making changes in its operation for the new year

the students and the friendships they create in

with the introduction of child care facilities within

those countries are amazing. I wish to thank all the

the programme which brings it in line with the

staff who prepare our students for these important

Butterfield House model of offering Child Care,

exchanges and acknowledge the extra commitment

Three Year Old Kinder and Four Year old Kinder.

they undertake on behalf of the College. 6

I wish to congratulate the leaders, staff and students

the College both in principle and through financial

of the Senior School for the wonderful Year 12

assistance. The scholarships which are generated by

Graduation Ceremony and dinner which was held

the Foundation can support families who generally

on Sunday 25th of November. It is a privilege for

could not afford the fees nor the opportunity to

us to witness an amazing graduation ceremony

appreciate a Christian College education. Thanks for

and spend some time relaxing with the families

the valuable work which you have undertaken.

and the graduates at the dinner. Thank you to the many families who have supported their children

I would also like to express my gratitude to Glen

through the College; it has been a worthwhile and

McKeeman our Principal, Scott Ellis our Vice

meaningful partnership as we have worked together

Principal and the Heads and Deputy Heads of

in the education and preparation of your children.

Campus for their tireless work administering their

As well, all of the end of year presentations have

various communities. Glen, your leadership of the

been a wonderful reflection of the College life and

College is wonderful and we look forward to another

its community. Each presentation night reflects

great year next year in the teaching and learning

the community of staff and students through their

of this school. Scott and the leadership team, your

singing, Christmas stories and plays as well as

amazing achievements can never truly be measured

reflecting upon the important message of Christmas

except by the many lives you have positively

and what it means to each of us. Well done to the

impacted in your service to your students, staff and

Heads and Deputy Heads of the various Campuses

families. Well done.

for their excellent planning and performances. Thanks to the many staff members who belong to the administration teams of this College; secretaries, finance officers and financial department staff, promotions and marketing staff, reception and student reception workers, canteen staff members, gardeners and maintenance workers, bus drivers and mechanics, office assistants, café managers, uniform managers and staff and the list goes on. Whatever your role, your contribution to this community is extremely important and we sincerely appreciate your work. To Brenda Huxtable our Finance Manager, Jon Ryan our Operations Manager, Heather Riddle my PA, Lynne Mather, I would like to express my congratulations and

Chris Golden and Paul Brewster, thank you for the

thanks to our Board of Directors, ably lead by the

incredible and important work you accomplish each

Chairman, Mr James Shirley. Christian College is

year. I can’t express my gratitude enough for your

a very large organisation and we are blessed to

support and the use of your important talents.

have the Board members who offer their wisdom and talents to our College in a voluntary capacity.

In closing, I would like to wish you a Merry

Thank you for the work you do which in many

Christmas and a fruitful New Year filled with God’s

cases goes unseen and yet is extremely important.

wonderful blessings as we pause for a few weeks to

Your support of the College and its mission is

celebrate the birth of Jesus and give thanks for His

extraordinary. I would also like to express my

care and wisdom poured out upon us all.

gratitude to Mr Michael Peck, the Chairman of the Foundation Board and its members for their

Yours in His Service,

encouragement, enthusiasm and hard work behind the scenes in building a strong network

Mr Daryl Riddle OAM

of committed people who are willing to support

CEO

From the Principal Mr Glen McKeeman Principal

The heart of any school is the people, the diverse

Throughout 2018 our students have experienced

range of stakeholders that contribute to and benefit

a variety of engaging and provocative learning

from being part of the wider community. My report

opportunities in the classroom setting and beyond.

this year aims to highlight the positive and varied

The emerging learning pedagogy that they have

ways that the many stakeholders have played in the

been experiencing challenges them to think

life of Christian College Geelong this year.

creatively, critically and collaboratively about how they live, contribute to society and to consider ways

Students

that they can make a tangible difference in our world.

Our students are at the very heart of all that we do daily throughout the College.

I have observed a higher percentage of students

In our College Philosophy it says,

becoming more aware of their learning strengths

The Board and Staff of Christian College believe that

and taking greater agency and ownership of their

every student reflects the goodness of God’s creation

learning. Christian College students are supported

and has intrinsic worth, irrespective of class, colour

to develop a strong sense of self-worth through the

or creed.

encouragement they receive in devotions and the Christian ethos of the learning environment. They

This is an incredible challenge, one that we strive

have the incredible support of dedicated teachers

to achieve covering the variety of personalities,

that seek to nurture them in discovering a personal

backgrounds, circumstances and learning needs of

faith in Jesus. For me to see our students speaking

over 2000 students.

openly and sharing their faith and most significantly living out their faith as community minded servants,

Each day our students bring joy, enthusiasm,

is testimony to the ‘good work’ that is evident

challenges and uncertainty to the life of our

around our campuses.

community. No two days are the same. However, the constant that our students do provide for us is a

The paradigm shift in the education framework at

clear purpose for everything that we do.

Christian College over recent years has enabled our students to develop deeper understanding through their learning, beyond just the recall of facts and information. They are now able to apply the rich content and skills that they are learning to real world situations in a meaningful, engaging and positive way. It is a joy to see the relationships that exist between our students, the staff and the connections that develop as they grow throughout the years. We know that students don’t always get along with each other and there are times when the boundaries of expectation in any community norms are not met.

The introduction and development of a process that

The preparedness of teaching staff to collaborate

assists our young people to restore relationships

and to support each other in professional growth

and return to prescribed community norms has

has been a most pleasing area to note. There has

seen a positive impact in this area. The punitive

been strong evidence of colleagues that have been

discipline system of a different era has been

willing to share new pedagogical practice with

replaced by one that fits within the College context

their peers, mentoring programs in groups and

and Christian ethos.

Professional Learning Teams undertaking action research projects to investigate new ideas or to

Staff

improve practice. The focus on continuous selfimprovement will continue to bring benefit for our

Our College’s greatest asset continues to be our

students.

staff. The teaching and non-teaching staff serve our community generously and with great compassion,

As a College the nurture, encouragement and

energy and competence. They demonstrate

modelling of our Christian faith is a central aspect of

commitment to continuously improve and seek best

our daily walk. Each day at all campuses members of

practice.

staff lead and share devotions and often these have very personal and powerful messages that inspire

I am particularly grateful to the teaching staff for the

others or reveal significant areas for others to

positive way that they have embraced new initiatives

consider as part of our role as professionals working

as a result of our partnership with Independent

at Christian College. Our ministry is an important

Schools Victoria and The Harvard Graduate School

part of what we do.

of Education, and the work that we have been doing with ‘The Leading the Learning That Matters’ project

Parents

through Project Zero. The partnership that we share with our parents Initiatives that have reframed the learning for our

in the education of our young people is a vital

students that empower them as learners with

ingredient for success. Our relationship with parents

less teacher lead learning and increased student

is based on trust and sound communication. It is

agency has seen greater engagement and improved

difficult to get this right all of the time and often it

student performance.

is necessary to clarify or discuss specific matters concerning individual students. However, I have a

The teaching staff have also readily participated in

strong sense of the shared energy and focus that

professional learning to grow in their own practice.

our parents show for the direction that we are

They have been exposed to international guests that

taking with student learning, an appreciation of the

have visited our College, a highlight being a return

Christian culture that underpins the ethos and tone

visit from Professor Guy Claxton. Professor Claxton’s

of the College, as well as respect and appreciation

work around developing learning dispositions for

for the hard work and dedication of the staff.

students has underpinned positive improvements in their learning. Professor Claxton praised the staff for their work and has made references to our new Year 9 Transformation Program in his latest book, ‘Powering Up Students’.

It is pleasing too, that feedback obtained from data

During the time of reconstruction students and staff

collected from our parent body and from outside

have been provided with temporary facilities and

visitors to our College that our parents continue to

access to classrooms and offices in the Reformed

be a strong supportive voice in promoting Christian

Theological College on the neighbouring property. I

College throughout our community.

have appreciated the patience shown by students, staff and families during this time.

This partnership is one that needs to be fostered and encouraged. Looking ahead to the rapidly

A community the size of Christian College shares

changing nature of our world and the challenges

many highs and lows in any year, 2018 has seen

that our young people face, the relationship that

many opportunities to celebrate and rejoice, whilst

exists between the College, our students and their

at other times there has been sadness and times of

families, particularly concerning the character and

despair when members of our community face the

values that our students develop, is imperative.

loss of loved ones or difficult circumstances.

Community

As a Christian community our faith in God is our bond, providing us with the Love, Hope, Truth and

A community often defines itself when faced

Grace that allows us to continue to thrive and serve

with hardship. This year the incredible support

each other and our broader community.

shown across our College community following a devastating fire in the Senior School Library and

I am thankful for our wonderful community for

Administration Building was both heart-warming

the ongoing support and encouragement that is

and reassuring. At the time of the blaze the College

provided to see Christian College Geelong continue

community was overwhelmed by the offers of

to provide our students with, ‘The Learning That

support from our families, past students and staff as

Matters’.

well as many other schools. Mr Glen McKeeman The impact of this fire required an initial ‘make

Principal

safe’ of the site and then considerable planning, discussion and designing with insurers, architects, builders and authorities to enable the rebuild. As some building regulations have changed since the time of the original construction some changes were required to ensure compliance. The fire has also provided an opportunity to make some improvements and additions. The management of this enormous project has been extremely well coordinated by Mr Jon Ryan, College Operations Manager. It is hoped that we will see students back utilising the reconstructed Library into Term 2 in 2019 and completion of the Administration area in June or July.

Financial Report Ms Branda Huxtable Senior Finance Manager

The Financial Year of 2018 in Review OOn behalf of the Board of Christian College Geelong group of companies, I am pleased to present the annual financial report for 2018. All Christian College campuses are part of a ‘not for profit’ company which means any surplus funds generated are to be used for educational purposes (capital or expense) within the campuses. For 2018 we had an operating surplus of $295,435. The extra ordinary income of $1,433,105 was the State Government grant received towards the buildings at Surf Coast Campus. The College Board has a policy of having its real estate assets revalued every three years. The properties were last revalued on the 31st December, 2017 and are due to be revalued in 2020.

Income • 46.73% Tuition Fees • 38.06% Commonwealth Government grants • 8.02% State Government grants • 3.79% Capital Works Levy • 3.10% Miscellaneous sources • 0.29% Other fees and charges

Expenditure – Non-Capital • 67.91% Salaries and other staff expenditure such as staff entitlements, workers compensation and training • 8.53% Depreciation - non-cash expense • 6.77% Administration and other costs • 8.09% Educational expenses • 3.03% Buildings and grounds maintenance • 2.97% Operational costs on items such as insurance, electricity, telephone • 2.70% Finance and leases

Balance Sheet Items • 80.79% Total assets are land and buildings • 49.48% Total liabilities are long term (12 months or more) capital borrowings The overall net worth of Christian College is now $51,012,098 which is an increase of 5.8% on the previous year.

Below is the summary of the College’s income sources and expenditure:

Key Capital Expenditure during 2018 Bellarine Campus • Library upgrade and relocation • Prep and Year 4 rooms upgraded • Barn and garden redevelopment • Roofing works Middle School - Highton • Year 9 Transformation room developed • Library renovation and fitout • Installation electronic security system Junior School - Belmont • Prep and Year 3 room upgrade Senior School - Waurn Ponds • Library and Administration rebuild due to fire Surf Coast Campus • Stage 2 campus development – classrooms and landscaping • Installation electronic security system

Enrolments Enrolments for 2018 were 1,972 students. I trust this gives you an understanding of Christian College’s financial position as at the 31st December 2018. Ms Brenda Huxtable Senior Finance Manager

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2018 Financials

Christian College Geelong Enrolments from 1980 to 2018

Enrolments

Consolidated accounts for all Christian College Companies as at 31 December 2018

Profit and Loss Statement as at 31st December 2018 Profit and Loss

Total Income Tuition Fees Grants - Commonwealth Grants - State Capital Works Levy Non Operational Income Other Fees & Charges Expenses Salaries/Staff Entitlements Depreciation Educational Expenses Administration & Other Costs Building & Grounds Operational Finance & Lease

Bellarine

Highton Junior & Torquay

Senior

Back Creek

CCITL

46.73% 38.06% 8.02% 3.79% 3.10% 0.29% 100.00%

$19,323,025 $15,739,399 $3,317,335 $1,569,153 $1,282,086 $119,865 $41,350,863

$3,278,576 $3,627,495 $684,219 $317,783 $275,181 $22,644 $8,205,898

$8,927,388 $7,557,638 $1,605,492 $734,405 $620,280 $93,892 $19,539,095

$7,117,061 $4,554,266 $1,027,624 $516,965 $370,716 $3,329 $13,589,961

$0 $0 $0 $0 $15,882 $0 $15,882

$0 $0 $0 $0 $27 $0 $27

67.91% 8.53% 8.09% 6.77% 3.03% 2.97% 2.70% 100.00%

$28,855,014 $3,623,650 $3,437,899 $2,875,929 $1,288,832 $1,260,624 $1,146,585 $42,488,533

$5,800,861 $404,457 $478,276 $449,373 $264,042 $215,542 $250,881 $7,863,432

$14,956,159 $2,837,796 $1,358,028 $1,893,920 $697,998 $669,622 $707,929 $23,121,452

$8,097,994 $367,636 $1,601,595 $528,692 $326,792 $375,460 $187,738 $11,485,907

$0 $13,458 $0 $2,424 $0 $0 $0 $15,882

$0 $303 $0 $1,520 $0 $0 $37 $1,860

-$1,137,670

$342,466

-$3,582,357

$2,104,054

-$1,833

$3,190,112 $3,190,112

$0 $325,694

$3,190,112 $775,311

$0 $2,089,107

$0 $0

-$1,137,670

$16,772

-$1,167,556

$14,947

-$1,833

$1,433,105

$295,435

$16,772

$265,549

$14,947

-$1,833

Surplus Intercompany transfers - mgt fees - Income Intercompany transfers - Expense Operating Surplus Extra Ordinary Income Total Surplus

Consolidated accounts for all Christian College Companies as at 31 December 2018

Balance Sheet as at 31st December 2018

Balance Sheet

Total Assets Land & Buildings Intercompany loans Other Non Current Assets Classroom Capital Debtors Other Current Assets Buses Bank Total Assets

80.79% 10.20% 4.11% 3.13% 1.00% 0.45% 0.31% 0.01% 100.00%

$72,489,474 $9,147,641 $3,688,000 $2,805,178 $901,480 $404,087 $278,456 $6,233 $89,720,549 Total

Liabilities Capital Borrowings - Non Current Intercompany loans Leave Entitlements - Current Fees in Advance Lease Finance - Non Current Lease Finance - Current Bank Overdraft Creditors - Current Leave Entitlements - Non Current Creditors - Non Current Total Liabilites

41.52% 15.85% 14.46% 7.18% 6.59% 6.03% 3.98% 3.01% 1.29% 0.08% 100.00%

Net Assets Equity Asset Revaluation Reserve Accumulated Profits last year Current Year Profit/Loss Building Fund Reserve Capital Reserve Issued Capital Total Equity

62.65% 36.53% 0.58% 0.21% 0.03% 0.00% 100.00%

Bellarine $16,689,081 $1,691,804 $247,610 $63,077 $206,701 $75,799 $53,396 $1,195 $19,028,663 Bellarine

Highton Junior $40,419,532 $3,417,586 $2,586,866 $2,741,344 $300,929 $215,555 $167,914 $4,523 $49,854,249 Highton Junior

Senior $12,705,988 $3,919,251 $853,524 $0 $393,850 $112,733 $57,146 $298 $18,042,790 Senior

Back Creek

CCITL

$2,674,873 $119,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $2,793,873 Back Creek

$0 $0 $0 $757 $0 $0 $0 $217 $974 CCITL

$16,071,231 $6,136,761 $5,597,666 $2,780,992 $2,550,560 $2,335,752 $1,539,633 $1,163,254 $501,239 $31,363 $38,708,451

$4,932,024 $0 $1,236,182 $432,039 $135,843 $102,445 $38,947 $164,202 $69,738 $0 $7,111,420

$8,182,209 $4,749,276 $2,787,997 $1,267,956 $2,013,387 $2,007,417 $1,436,699 $614,981 $285,783 $31,363 $23,377,068

$2,956,998 $22,685 $1,573,487 $1,080,997 $401,330 $225,890 $63,987 $381,521 $145,718 $0 $6,852,613

$0 $1,040,189 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,500 $0 $0 $1,041,689

$0 $324,611 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,050 $0 $0 $325,661

$51,012,098

$11,917,243

$26,477,181

$11,190,177

$1,752,184

-$324,687

$31,960,989 $18,634,534 $295,435 $105,423 $15,717 $0 $51,012,098

$6,517,309 $5,277,739 $16,772 $105,423 $0 $0 $11,917,243

$16,622,893 $9,573,022 $265,549 $0 $15,717 $0 $26,477,181

$7,068,603 $4,106,627 $14,947 $0 $0 $0 $11,190,177

$1,752,184 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,752,184

$0 -$322,854 -$1,833 $0 $0 $0 -$324,687

Total Income at 31st December 2018

3.79%

3.10% 0.29%

8.02% 46.73%

Tuition Fees 46.73% Grants - Commonwealth 38.06% Grants - State 8.02%

38.06%

Capital Works Levy 3.79% Non Operational Income 3.10% Other Fees & Charges 0.29%

Total Expenditure to 31st December 2018

Total Expenditure at 31st December 2018

3.03% 8.09% 8.53%

2.97% 2.70% Salaries/Staff Entitlements 67.91%

6.77%

Depreciation 8.53% Educational Expenses 8.09%

67.91%

Administration & Other Costs 6.77% Building & Grounds 3.03% Operational 2.97% Finance & Lease 2.70%

Total Assets as at 31st December 2018

Total Assets at 31st December 2018

0.45% 1.00% 10.20%

0.31% 0.01%

4.11% 3.13%

Land & Buildings 80.79% Intercompany loans 10.20% Other Non Current Assets 4.11% Classroom Capital 3.13%

80.79%

Debtors 1.00% Other Current Assets 0.45% Buses 0.31% Bank 0.01%

Total Liabilities as at 31st December 2018

Total Liabilities at 31st December 2018

3.98% 6.59%

3.01%

1.29%

6.03%

Intercompany loans 15.85%

41.52%

7.18% 14.46%

Capital Borrowings - Non Current 41.52%

0.08%

Leave Entitlements - Current 14.46% Fees in Advance 7.18% Lease Finance - Non Current 6.59%

15.85%

Lease Finance - Current 6.03% Bank Overdraft 3.98% Creditors - Current 3.01% Leave Entitlements - Non Current 1.29% Creditors - Non Current 0.08%

College Performance 2018 Mr Glen McKeeman Principal

Mr Scott Elliss Vice-Principal

2018 Staff Satisfaction Survey Christian College, Geelong all Campuses In 2018 staff at Christian College Geelong, Christian College Bellarine, Christian College Surf Coast and Christian College Institute of Senior Education participated in the online survey in Term 4. The survey is an evaluation tool developed by Independent Schools Victoria (ISV) in collaboration with the Australian Council for Educational Research. Across all campuses of Christian College, 184 teaching staff and 47 general staff participated in the survey. For the purpose of this report, the results reported are reflective of the responses of teaching staff only. The graph represents the Christian College School Mean compared to statistically similar schools in Victoria.

2018 Parent Satisfaction Survey In 2018 parents across all campuses of Christian College were asked to complete an online survey developed by Independent Schools Victoria to provide schools with the opportunity to benchmark their results against the Victorian independent schools sector. In 2018 data was obtained from 8,501 parents from 34 Independent Schools. In 2018 data was obtained from 514 Christian College parent/guardian respondents. The data compares relevant parent satisfaction with statistically similar schools in Victoria.

Christian Ethos School Specific Questions 2018 My son/daughter is aware of the Christian ethos of Christian College. Christian College Geelong 8.90, compared to 9.06 in 2017 I believe the Christian values of grace, truth, love, faith and hope are reflected in the College communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day to day interactions. Christian College Geelong 8.39, compared to 8.53 in 2017 I support the expressions of the Christian faith at Christian College in worship services, class devotions and service to others. Christian College Geelong 7.92, compared to 8.31 in 2017 My childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s study of Christian Education is important to me. Christian College Geelong 6.69, compared to 7.22 in 2017

2018 Staff Satisfaction Survey Overview For the sixth year in 2018, ISV conducted an online Student Satisfaction Survey for Christian College directly to students in Years 5 to Year 11. Overall 1036 responses were received from Christian College students and results have been compared to statistically similar schools in Victoria.

Christian College Additional Survey Questions My teachers encourage me to show compassion and respect for others less fortunate than myself, through active service and giving. Christian College 7.85, compared to 7.47 in 2017 My Homeroom/Housegroup teacher provides opportunities for discussion and acceptance of Christian values as expressed in the life and teaching of Jesus Christ. Christian College 7.56, compared to 7.73 in 2017 At Christian College I am learning to understand the meaning of the Christian faith as expressed in the Bible. Christian College 7.39, compared to 7.55 in 2017 Teachers take opportunities across the curriculum to illustrate the awe and wonder of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creation and our responsibilities within it. Christian College 7.20, compared to 7.25 in 2017

Performance Information Mrs Ann-Marree Weigll Head of Junior School

Mr Tony Costa Head of Middle School

Mrs Debbie Riddle Surf Coast Campus Coordinator

Junior School - Belmont, Middle School Highton and Surf Coast Campus Registered School No. 1814 Christian College Geelong Ltd Teacher Professional Engagement 2018 The attendance rate of staff throughout 2018 for Junior School - Belmont was 94.64%, Middle School - Highton 96.98% and for the Surf Coast Campus 92.58%. Across the five campuses of Christian College, 220 teaching staff were employed in 2018. There was a staff retention rate of 93.18% from 2017 into 2018 with 7.27% transferring from one campus to another within Christian College. Professional Development All staff have participated in the professional learning activities organised by Christian College, including the annual two day Staff Retreat. Other professional development has been organised on an individual needs basis, according to the professional development faculty plans. In 2018, $65,345 was spent on professional development for staff at the Middle School - Highton (including Directors and Leadership), $18,422 for staff at Junior School - Belmont and $840 for staff at the Surf Coast Campus.

Teacher Qualifications All staff have a teaching qualification recognised by the Victorian institute of Teaching. Staff currently teaching at Middle School - Highton and Junior School - Belmont also have the following range of academic qualifications: • Advanced Diploma Public Relations • Associate Diploma of Business Accounting • Associate Diploma of Business Hospitality • Associate Diploma of Ministries • Associate Diploma of Social Science • Associate of Music Australia • Bachelor of Arts • Bachelor of Arts Music Performance • Bachelor of Arts in Education • Bachelor of Arts Sports Admin • Bachelor of Arts Nature Tourism • Bachelor of Applied Science • Bachelor of Behavioural Science • Bachelor of Biological Science • Bachelor of Business • Bachelor of Business - Tourism • Bachelor of Commerce/Science • Bachelor of Contemporary Arts • Bachelor of Creative Visual Arts • Bachelor of Education • Bachelor of Education - Honours, Physical Education • Bachelor of Education - Outdoor Education • Bachelor of Education - Physical Education • Bachelor of Education - Primary • Bachelor of Engineering • Bachelor of Exercise & Sport • Bachelor of Fine Art • Bachelor of I.T (ComputSciDev) • Bachelor of Management • Bachelor of Ministries • Bachelor of Music • Bachelor of Music Performance • Bachelor of Nursing • Bachelor of Recreation • Bachelor of Science • Bachelor of Science - Honours 20

• Bachelor of Social Work • Bachelor of Social Work • Bachelor of Sport & OE Rec • Behavioural Scientist • Bronze Medallion • Canoe Instructor • Cert. II in Hospitality • Cert. III in Business • Cert. III in Education Support • Cert. III in Fitness • Cert. III in Sport & Recreation • Cert. III in Sports Admin • Cert. IV in Business Admin • Cert. IV in Education Support • Cert. IV in Fitness • Cert. IV Gov Administration • Cert. IV Information Technology • Cert. IV Management & Hospitality • Cert. IV Sport & Recreation • Cert. IV Library Services • Certificate Integration Aide • Diploma of Arts • Diploma of Business Studies • Diploma of Prof Counselling • Diploma of Education • Diploma of Graphic Design • Diploma of I.T • Diploma of Library & Info Services • Diploma of Ministry • Diploma of Needlework • Diploma of O.H. & S • Diploma of Teaching • Diploma of Professional Counselling • Diploma in School Marketing • Diploma Ta T.I.C. • Diploma of Technology Studies • Doctor of Philosophy • Foundation Coaching Course • Graduate Cert. of Education Studies • Graduate Cert. in Integration Prac • Graduate Cert. Religious Ed • Graduate Diploma of Dietetics • Graduate Diploma of Education • Graduate Diploma of Education- Admin • Graduate Diploma of Library • Graduate Diploma Music Education • Graduate Diploma Primary Teaching • Graduate Diploma Secondary Teaching • Higher Diploma of Education - Senior • High Ropes Instructor • Horticulturist 21

• Integration Aide • Licentiate of Music • Lifeguard • Masters in Christian Education • Masters in Education • Masters in Human Nutrition • Master of School Leadership • Master of Teaching • Motor Mechanic • PGCE Secondary Science • Postgrad Diploma - Agriculture • Postgrad Diploma - Midwifery • Postgrad Diploma - Psychology • Pool Life Guard • Responsible Service of Alcohol • Supporting Literacy Strategies • Surf Bronze • Level 1 Coach Tennis Australia • T.P.T.C • Tractor Driving • Vertical Rescue • Wilderness First Aid

Key Student Outcomes Student Attendance The 2018 attendance rate at Middle School - Highton was 91.7%, Junior School - Belmont was 92.6%. and the Surf Coast Campus was 93.2%.

National Benchmarks The proportions of Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 students who are meeting the national benchmarks are as follows: Junior School - Belmont Year 3 NAPLAN Tests 2018

Middle School - Highton Year 5, 7 and 9 NAPLAN Tests 2018

Value Added Christian College develops an atmosphere of care and concern for each student’s character growth and wellbeing, within a value system and set of priorities derived from the Christian faith. Love, grace, hope, faith and truth underpin the expectations of all interaction within the College program. The College Board and staff at Christian College encourage our students to recognise that they belong to a global society, and to acknowledge their responsibility to positively contribute to those less privileged in our local and global communities.

From the beginning of their school lives in Prep, Christian College students are actively involved in opportunities to explore their ‘good work’, enriching their understanding and engagement with their environment and others, through community efforts like; the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal, ANZAC Services, Run Geelong and musical performances - including recitals at local nursing homes and supporting community events such as the Royal Melbourne Hospital Live Music Festival. Combined with raising awareness and fundraising through our student led Project Care program, for causes such as the Good Friday Appeal, local food banks, Operation Christmas Child and our friends in East Timor. Our students also have the privilege to participate in cultural visits to and from sister schools in Japan and Indonesia, making connections, strengthening friendships and cultural understanding, whilst developing their servant heart and Christian Worldview. Christian College staff are continuously reflecting on the way we approach our teaching and learning, encouraging our students to become active participants in their learning – to play and explore, think critically, collaborate to solve problems and to create and innovate. Making it less about the teacher at the front of the class and more about creating and facilitating deep thinking and learning opportunities. Our teachers are engaged in a culture of professional learning that promotes ongoing inquiry, reflection and collaboration in their practice. The academic program is supported and enhanced by co-curricular activities and competitions in Sport, Music and Art Technology and Design, which bring an added dimension to the ‘learning that matters’ in a Christian College education.

Performance Information Mr Nicholas Watson Head of Bellarine Campus

Bellarine Campus Registered School No. 1950 Christian College Bellarine Ltd Teacher Professional Engagement 2018 The attendance rate for of staff throughout 2018 for the Bellarine Campus was 94.03%. Across the five campuses of Christian College, 220 teaching staff were employed in 2018. There was a staff retention rate of 93.18% from 2017 into 2018 with 7.27% transferring from one campus to another within Christian College. Professional Development

• Bachelor of Arts Recreation & Fitness • Bachelor of Arts in Education • Bachelor of Applied Science • Bachelor of Asian Studies • Bachelor of Commerce • Bachelor of Divinity • Bachelor of Education • Bachelor of Education - Outdoor Education • Bachelor of Education, Honours - Physical Education • Bachelor of Fine Art • Bachelor of Music • Bachelor of Music Performance • Bachelor of Nursing • Bachelor of Education - Physical Education • Bachelor of Education - Primary • Bachelor of Psychology

All staff have participated in the professional

• Bachelor of Science

learning activities organised by Christian College,

• Bachelor of Teaching

including the annual two day Staff Retreat.

• Bachelor of Visual Arts

Other professional development has been

• Cert. IV in Youth Ministry

organised on an individual needs basis, according to

• Diploma of Business Studies

the professional development faculty plans.

• Diploma in Education • Diploma of Music

In 2018, $28,239 was spent on professional

• Diploma of Sport Rec Admin

development for staff at the Bellarine Campus.

• Diploma of Teaching • Graduate Certificate - Education Studies

Teacher Qualifications

• Graduate Diploma Arts Admin

All staff have a teaching qualification recognised by

• Graduate Diploma of Education

the Victorian institute of Teaching. Staff currently teaching at the Bellarine Campus also have the following range of academic qualifications: • Advanced Diploma of Music • Asthma Management • Bachelor of Agricultural Science • Bachelor of Applied Science • Bachelor of Arts • Bachelor of Arts Music Performance

• Graduate Diploma Library • Graduate Diploma of Literature Education • Graduate Diploma in Music Education • Graduate Diploma Teaching & Learning • Masters in Education • Master in Health Sciences • Master of Applied Linguistics • Master of Music Studies • Master of Teaching • Post Graduate Diploma - Education Studies 24

Key Student Outcomes Student Attendance The 2018 attendance rate at the Bellarine Campus was 92.5%. National Benchmarks The proportions of Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 students who are meeting the national benchmarks are as follows: Bellarine Campus NAPLAN Tests 2018

Value Added Providing our students with an ‘education that matters’ is the central aim at Christian College. Underpinned by Christian values of hope, truth, grace, faith and love a Christian College education aims to see that all students will contribute to making a positive difference to human capital (others) through ‘good work’ that is excellent, ethical and engaged in local, national and global contexts. Christian College students are actively involved in ‘good works’ through community efforts like Run Geelong, ANZAC Services and the Red Shield Door Knock Appeal, along with musical performances supporting community events such as the National Celtic Festival at Portarlington and various performances at local nursing homes in the Geelong region. Combined with raising awareness and fundraising for causes such as the Good Friday Appeal, local food banks, Operation Christmas Child and our friends in East Timor through our Project Care program, we hope and pray that our students go into the world with a servant heart and a Christian lens to be able to identify what is and is not ‘good works’. The ‘learning that matters’ at Christian College is presented in a context where students glean a sense of purpose and meaning. From the formative to the senior years, learning for all students is seen as a journey of discovery about self and the local and global communities in which we live. Students are encouraged to become active participants in their learning – to play and explore, think critically, collaborate to solve problems and to create and innovate. Be it in the development of literacy and numeracy capabilities, wondering in the sciences, interaction within the natural environment, engagement in the arts or exploring technologies, our learning program offers authentic educational experiences that will prepare our students for the 21st century world in which they live. 25

Performance Information Mr Graeme Dent Head of Senior School - Waurn Ponds

Senior School Registered School No. 1985 Christian College Institute of Senior Education Ltd Teacher Professional Engagement 2018 The attendance rate of staff throughout 2018 for the Senior Campus was 97.02%. Across the five campuses of Christian College, 220 teaching staff were employed in 2018. There was a staff retention rate of 93.18% from 2017 into 2018 with 7.27% transferring from one campus to another within Christian College. Professional Development

• Bachelor of Arts Librarianship • Bachelor of Arts in Education • Bachelor of Arts Librarianship • Bachelor of Arts in Education • Bachelor of Christian Counsel • Bachelor of Commerce • Bachelor of Computing • Bachelor of Design • Bachelor of Education • Bachelor of Education - Library • Bachelor of Education - Physical Education • Bachelor of Engineering • Bachelor of Music • Bachelor of Music Performance • Bachelor of Outdoor Education • Bachelor of Physics/Mathematics

All staff have participated in the professional

• Bachelor of PR & Communication

learning activities organised by Christian College,

• Bachelor of Psychology

including the annual two day Staff Retreat.

• Bachelor of Recreation

Other professional development has been

• Bachelor of Science

organised on an individual needs basis, according to

• Bachelor of Science - Honours

the professional development faculty plans.

• Bachelor or Social Work • Bachelor of Sport & Outdoor Education

In 2018, $44,520 was spent on professional

• Bachelor of Theology

development for staff at the Senior School.

• Cert. III Education Support • Cert. III Turf Management

Teacher Qualifications

• Cert. IV Assessment & Workplace Training

All staff have a teaching qualification recognised by

• Cert. IV Outdoor Recreation

the Victorian institute of Teaching. Staff currently teaching at the Senior School also have the following range of academic qualifications: • Associate of London Guild of Music • Bachelor of Adventure & Media • Bachelor of Agriculture Science • Bachelor of Applied Computing • Bachelor of Applied Science • Bachelor of Arts • Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

• Cert. IV Science • Cert. IV Sport & Recreation • Diploma of Applied Science • Diploma of Education • Diploma of Education - Primary • Diploma of Education - Secondary • Diploma of Instrumental Teaching • Diploma of Teaching • Graduate Diploma of Applied Linguistics • Graduate Diploma of Library • Graduate Diploma of Conservation Management 26

• Graduate Diploma of Christian Counselling

• Masters of Divinity

• Graduate Diploma of Curriculum

• Masters in Education

• Graduate Diploma of Education

• Master of Music Performance

• Graduate Diploma of Health & Human Relations

• Masters of Science

• Graduate Diploma of Language Teaching

• Masters of Vocational Training

• Graduate Diploma of Special Education

• Postgrad Diploma - Education Studies

• Licentiate of Music Australia

• Small Vessel Operator

Key Student Outcomes Student Attendance The 2018 attendance rate at Senior School - Waurn Ponds was 92.2%. The retention rate of students at Senior School from Year 10 in 2016 to Year 12 in 2018 was 83%. Value Added The Christian ethos of the College ensures that the Christian values of honesty, integrity, compassion, respect and care for others are an integral part of the life of Christian College as we seek to emulate the values expressed by Christ Jesus in Holy Scripture. The College strives to develop fine, upstanding citizens who serve our community and accept responsibility and leadership. Our students have the opportunity to share in rich and varied experiences, both locally and internationally. These include cultural overseas visits to and from our sister schools in Japan and Indonesia. Study tours which include experiences in Vietnam, Cambodia, East Timor and the continuation of our close connections with our indigenous brothers and sisters in three Northern Territory communities. In 2018 the College Senior Wind Symphony, Stage Band, String Orchestra and Choir participated in an international tour of Hawaii which is just one part of their extensive commitment and involvement with music performance. The Senior School students were active in community initiatives such as Living Below the Line, World’s Biggest Morning Tea, ANZAC Day ceremonies and the Red Shield Door-knock. These opportunities complement the wide range of activities in which students can showcase their gifts and talents, with opportunities in diverse areas such as arts/ technology, sporting events, House challenges and our full academic program. VCE Graduates 2018 The 2018 VCE results were outstanding. The average ATAR went from 68.1 in 2017 to 69.5 in 2018. Of the 145 Year 12 VCE students who under took their VCE, 100% passed. The VCE Dux was Owen Barrett with a score of 99.45, then Sarah Jones with 99.4. These are the highest scores we have had at the College for a number of years. VCAL Graduates 2018 In our fourth year of Senior VCAL the College achieved a 100% pass rate. All students have entered the workforce with apprenticeships and traineeships. The following is a summary of the Tertiary Placement offers made to Christian College students: Universities Deakin University, RMIT, Monash University, University of Melbourne, Latrobe University, Australian Catholic University, Victoria University, Swinburne University of Technology, Federation University. TAFE The Gordon - Geelong, Box Hill Institute, Australian College of Sports Therapy. Tertiary Courses chosen by Christian College Graduates Of 111 Students seeking a tertiary place 101 received their offer in the first round. Popular courses were: Health Sciences, Arts / Humanities, Commerce, Visual & Performing Arts, Sport , Education, Engineering, Information Technology, Social Work, Law, Environment, Science and Animal Studies. Other College graduates have successfully applied for employment or apprenticeships.

Teaching & Learning Mr Rick Geall Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

Building a Capacity to Learn In 2018, Christian College continued to implement our strategic goal of delivering the learning that matters. The year was marked by a number of key developments in teaching and learning: – the inaugural five-week Year 9 Transformation program; – the expansion of Design Thinking problem-solving methodology to multiple year levels; – a year-long collaborative trial of Visible Thinking with Harvard University’s Project Zero and Independent Schools Victoria; – the mid-year visit of influential academic Guy Claxton, author of Building Learning Power; – and, of course, the first Prep class at our Surf Coast Campus.

Recognising the value of shared experiences across different subjects, we continued to foster crosscurriculum initiatives such as Year 8 GEOS – a blend of Geography, Outdoor Education and Science – and the Year 9 United Nations Conference – History, Mathematics, Christian Education and English. Design Thinking, a framework for helping students solve real-world problems, had been successfully trialled in Year 7 in 2017. The second iteration at Year 7 was complemented in 2018 by projects in Years 3 and 4 as well as the Year 9 Transformation program. In each case, the projects do away with traditional subjects and timetables, providing students with a more natural flow of project-based learning and time management.

Pedagogical Enhancements

Having first explored Visible Thinking tools for

Learning by doing, as John Dewey termed it,

privileged to be one of six schools selected to trial

is an integral part of the learning landscape at Christian College. In 2018, we continued to build on and develop new initiatives that gave students a chance to discover for themselves – for them to own their own learning. Bush Kinder and Prep, Play-based Learning, Godly Play, Makey Makey and Design Thinking were just some of the ways

learning in 2015, this year Christian College was a new set of thinking routines developed by the team at Project Zero Harvard. With the aim to guide a learner’s thought processes, these routines were positively received by teachers and students alike in classes as diverse as Year 3 English, Year 5 Drama, Year 7 History and Year 10 Science.

in which students learned through investigating, constructing, tinkering, experimenting and selfdiscovery. Recognising the value of shared experiences across different subjects, we continued to foster crosscurriculum initiatives such as Year 8 GEOS – a blend of Geography, Outdoor Education and Science – and the Year 9 United Nations Conference – History, Mathematics, Christian Education and English.

For more than two decades, the Back Creek rural program has offered a unique learning experience for our Year 9 students. In 2018, a new five-week initiative – the Transformation program – was implemented to run alongside the rural experience to now provide students with a full term in a learning environment beyond the traditional classroom setting. In Transformation, students are challenged with these three big questions: Who am I? Where am I in the world? How do I create change? With a fluid timetable, an open-plan learning environment, teachers as mere facilitators, and no fixation on traditional subjects, students had the freedom and flexibility over the five weeks to discover more about themselves, more about

Community Engagement Students had the opportunity to serve others locally and abroad through numerous classroom-based initiatives. For example, the Year 8 Community Service class at Highton campus served over 60 meals and made care packs for Geelong’s homeless, whilst Year 11 and 12 VCAL students partnered with their counterparts at Northern Bay College to establish a vegetable garden and farmers’ market program for their school. In response to the Lombok earthquake in August, our Indonesian language students led a school-wide campaign to raise over $7,500 to provide direct aid to our sister school, SMAN2 Mataram.

the world, and, most significantly, more about the change they wish to see in that world. Upon reflection, many students expressed how much they valued their time in the Transformation program, particularly their ability to develop as independent learners.

Technological Advancements Technology is not just a tool for learning, but also an integral part of current and future societies and a possible career pathway for students. We are therefore always seeking to provide students with opportunities to learn with and about new technologies. For example, our Year 1 and 2 students programmed Ozobot robots and learned some basic skills in algorithms and computer coding, Year 6 students used Micro bit boards to design and create simple wearable devices and Year

As a P-12 college, and with multiple campuses,

9s had the opportunity to enrol in new technology-

Christian College provides opportunities for

focused electives – Game Design Studio and App

students to connect their learning with others in

Enterprise.

our own community. Year 8 and 9 Drama classes performed for and worked alongside Junior School

Throughout the year, various students took part

students, whilst the Year 10 Drama class explored

in extra-curricular offerings including the Bebras

play-based learning with Kinder students through

Australia Computational Thinking Challenge,

theatre in a bush setting. Year 11 students who

Cyber Security Challenge Australia and the Grok

had participated in Our World trips to Cambodia

Learning Code Quest. And, of course, one of the

and East Timor shared their experiences in

major highlights on the Christian College academic

presentations to Year 9 classes who were learning

calendar is the RoboCup competition that pits our

about the challenges of globalisation. Such

Systems Engineering students against competitors

scenarios paint a wonderful picture of the type of

locally and even internationally in events requiring

learning that matters: students sharing their own

students to program robots in dance, rescue and

learning in meaningful ways to

soccer categories.

benefit others.

Real World Application

Learning Support

In 2018, we continued to enhance learning by

In 2018 Learning Support Services continued to

providing students with more and more real-world

grow, integrate and diversify in response to our

experiences. The Art, Technology and Design

changing enrolments and the ever-expanding

faculty, for instance, is always looking for ways to

regulatory expectations on schools to meet all

exhibit student artwork in authentic environments

learning needs within student diversity.

beyond the classroom walls. Such examples this year included Junior School students showcasing

The identification of students with additional

their visual art at the Geelong Fisheries exhibition

learning needs (support or enhancement) continued

in Portarlington and selected Senior School art

to be guided by our own purpose written policies as

students having their work displayed in the lounge

well as the guidelines around data collection for the

bar at Hotel Novotel.

regulated annual, nationally consistent collection of data on school students with disability (NCCDSSD) census. While our college teaching staff continued to upskill in the area of special needs as part of their annual Victorian Teacher Registration requirements,

In classroom Music, Year 2 students learning a

additional learning support staff and intervention

stringed instrument for the first time were able to

programs greatly enhanced their work in supporting

demonstrate their newly acquired skills in a special

all learners.

concert for parents. Learning support was capably led at campus level Year 6 students again took part in Market Day on

by learning support coordinators whose varied roles

both Highton and Bellarine campuses. This is a rich

included assisting teachers to identify and cater to

experience every year where students develop,

the additional learning needs of students, seeking

promote and sell their product or service to the

professional student assessments as required,

rest of their campus community. Students were

collaborating regularly with parents, teachers and

challenged further in 2018 by getting them to

students, coordinating the classroom support

consider whether their business model would be

provided by educational support officers (ESOs)

successful beyond the school environment – in the

and alongside a small group of learning support

real world.

teachers, providing intervention programs in literacy and numeracy (MiniLIt, MacqLit and EMU). The

In learning about the role and function of the United

learning support coordinator at senior campus also

Nations, Year 9 students took part in a mock UN

worked closely with the coordinator of the VET and

General Assembly focusing on the issue of refugees

VCAL programs and the senior campus Careers

and asylum seekers. Each student adopted a

staff.

country and was required to consider their country’s position on accepting a set quota of refugees each

In 2018 support was given to students with English

year. Students presented position statements,

as an additional language (EAL) and the growing

negotiated and debated with each other, finally

need in this area was noted within staffing for 2019.

coming to a General Assembly vote on the issue. Although a ‘mock’ scenario, students learned more about the global refugee crisis, the role of the UN and the national interests of countries than could ever be achieved by way of textbook or classroom whiteboard.

During 2018, we held our second annual Karen Community conference during which Karen families and college staff were blessed by the time spent together. The Karen community found and expressed enormous joy in sharing food, arts and crafts, language and music from their own cultural heritage. As a college we were also pleased to commence a two-year Refugee Education Support Program (RESP). RESP is an initiative made available to schools through a partnership between Foundation House, the Centre for Multicultural Youth and the Education Department of Victoria in partnership with the Catholic Education Office and Independent Schools Victoria. In 2018, the RESP program within our college was capably led by a small group of staff who engaged in extensive professional development which prepared them to identify ways in which our college could connect with our refugee families and students more effectively. A draft action plan was completed in 2018 and has commenced implementation in 2019. Enrichment and enhancement continued to be provided as pertinent through the college teaching and learning programs but additionally through break out programs such as the Enrichment and Enhancement program for years 2 and 3 at the Junior Campus, the Q’ed program in the middle years, Tournament of Minds and the Upstart Challenge. A significant part of knowing and monitoring our student progress is the investment made into the analysis of data made available through the annual Naplan testing, our own college Standardised Testing program and our VCE data. In 2018, the Bellarine campus elected to trial online Naplan testing which provided invaluable feedback for us as a college as we prepare for full implementation of online Naplan testing in 2020. 2019 and 2020 Academic Excellence Scholarships were awarded last year as we conducted two Scholarship programs. Both programs attracted strong application numbers from external as well as internal applicants. Our ongoing Scholarship program will be conducted towards the end of each school year. 31

Excellence in Teaching and Learning A number of students achieved academic success in external competitions throughout 2018. These included: Top Arts – Isabelle MacAdie; Top Designs – Larissa Dixon, Georgia Gray and Tanayah Blackhall; State Japanese Calligraphy Competition - Lily Gower (1st), Scarlett Pamvouxoglou (2nd), Ruby Maddock (3rd); Japanese Language Speech Contest Victoria “University of Melbourne Prize” – Alyssa Jones (High School Senior Division); Sayembara Lisan Indonesian speaking contest – Kara Doig (1st Year 11), Michelle Zhao (2nd place Year 9 Continuing), Ariane Pierssene (2nd place Year 9 Beginners), Angelica Lawrence (1st place Year 7 Beginners). Finally, our teachers are not only recognised for the outstanding contribution they make to the learning of students at Christian College, but a number of staff have made an impact beyond our own community. Here are some examples in 2018: - Samantha Bett (Year 2 Bellarine Campus) and Tracy McDonald (Year 4 Junior School - Belmont) presented at the National STEM Education Conference - Celeste Pryke (Senior School - Waurn Ponds) presented at the Geography Teachers Association of Victoria Conference - Tom McKenzie (Middle School - Highton) received the Deakin University Teacher Award as part of the 2018 National Indonesian Language Awards - Elissa Huddart (Senior School - Waurn Ponds) was awarded the Chemistry Education Association Educator of the Year 2018 - Nicola Morrish (Bellarine Campus) received an ISV scholarship to visit Boston, USA to attend training in the Visual Thinking Strategies methodology Mr Rick Geall Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

Teaching & Learning - Early Learning Mrs Bernadette Johnson Director of Teaching & Learning - Early Learning

Williams House Kindergarten and Butterfield House Kindergarten + Care Across Our Campuses We are grateful for how our year has unfolded. The shared knowledge of our practices, our growth, the links between campuses, the support from school leadership and our continual evolution of offering a high standard of practice, have added up to another wonderful year across both campuses.

Program + Practice Throughout 2018 we have been intentional about creating even greater synchronicity between ‘how’ and ‘what’ programs we offer our respective communities, and in how we manage our centres. Processes, systems and software programs have been adapted and implemented to improve the efficiency of enrolment processes. This work is ongoing but we look forward to a New Year where these changes will make their best impact.

Happily, we live in a time where knowledge has advanced to recognise the accumulative experiences that children bring with them at every stage. As educators, we honour the incredible work families have poured into their children leading to when they come into our care; from here on in, it is a delight to partner with parents in working towards outcomes that acknowledge the individuality of each of our students. From one year to the next, programs adjust to reflect the skills, the curiosities and the experiences of our children. What a privilege to grow as educators in determining ‘what next’ in our children’s learning journeys and to have parents entrust us to do this well. Beyond actual ‘topics’ or ‘themes’, our passion essentially operates through a lens of championing the process of HOW children learn, over and beyond a particular body of ‘facts’. Time and time again we have affirmed to us that this an authentic and joyful way to learn.

A different kind of change impacted Williams House this year as we moved toward 2019. As we planned for the same model of quality day care provision [3-5 year olds] as Butterfield House currently accommodates, we faced some challenges in reorganising staff, programs and grouping of children. Aspects of this have been tricky and have called for some difficult decisions, but we feel affirmed in applying the prospective changes. So many of our incoming Williams House families have embraced the improved options that we will provide for their little people. In the end though, all the ‘behind the scenes’ work that we do, points to one key thing – quality work with amazing pre-schoolers and their families. We have much to be proud of. At point of writing, we have a grand total of 23 educators, working hands on with 275 children across two campuses.

Collaborative Connections

Rating + Assessment

Our connections with the wider school are always

On a 3-4 year cycle, all Early Childhood Services

highly valued. This year collaborations included

are subject to a thorough rating and assessment

performances by Year 10 Drama students, ‘bespoke’

process by the Department of Education and

pallet furniture creations by students at Villa

Training. For the second concurrent year, this

Paloma and sports days at middle school; also,

time at Butterfield House, we underwent an

we reciprocated with student visits to each of our

intensive scrutiny of all aspects of our practice.

campuses – supporting community service subjects

This process included the submission of all policies

and work experience. A big thankyou to all the staff

and our Quality Improvement Plan [QIP] followed

that were proactive in supporting these ways of

by intensive observation and questioning by two

relating across the year levels.

officers from the Department of Education and Early

Bush Kinder + Nature Pedagogy Bush Kinder has again been an important aspect of all of our preschool programs. Our reputation for scheduling regular time in nature, precedes so many of our enquiries. Many parents on their introductory tour to our centres cite our focus on nature pedagogy to be a key reason for selecting

Childhood Development. Once again, it gives me great pleasure to report that our final rating was ‘Exceeding’ in all quality areas – a credit to our staff, our programs, our support structures and our beautiful environments. Extra kudos for such a new centre to be found worthy of this rating. As a team we love that both our centers

this learning community.

qualified for this recognition.

Learning that evolves in generous outside spaces

Further to Williams House success in their rating

and that involves tapping into the resources at hand, leads to wonderful outcomes for our little people. We absorb the value of nature and become familiar with the flora and fauna we encounter. Over time the children become alert to many creative possibilities, identifying and using the resources around them, reaping the benefits of collaborative play and learning how to manage risk grows in a way that grows confidence and capabilities. We have become leaders in establishing Bush Kinder programs in our region; we have a strong reputation in doing this well and in overcoming any obstacles that may have presented themselves. This year we have again been able to meet many requests to share our experiences and methodology and to accommodate site visits. We are proud to be generous in sharing from what we have learned thus far, and we have a big vision in supporting Bush Kinder becoming a mainstream practise. Particular thanks to the Kroon and Van Dreven families for allowing us continued access to their beautiful property over 2018.

and assessment process in 2017, and their eligibility to apply for a much coveted, and rarely awarded ‘Excellence Rating’, we look forward to a successful outcome of our recently submitted application for recognition of ‘Excellence’ in our practice.

Staffing Butterfield House In 2018 there have been some staffing transitions. We welcomed Beth Clarke to a leadership role in our Gumnuts child care room after farewelling Talitha Michael onto her new season in Family Day Care. We are grateful too, to Vanessa Craw for filling a critical role prior to Bethâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrival. At the conclusion of this year, to accommodate a staffing shuffle at Williams House, we sadly farewell Monique Bernard. Monique has had a lead educator role across prekinder and preschool since we opened in 2017. We will miss all that she brings to our close knit team and wish her well in her new teaching position.

Williams House Subsequent to Julie Carpenters retirement in 2017, we were extremely grateful to Rachel Pocklington for temporarily assuming administrative responsibilities over first term. From Term 2 we welcomed Liz Findlay to the front desk and thank her for all her efforts at this campus in a very significant transitional year. A very big thankyou to Kristie Walters for her role in the Williams House Community over more than ten years. In a staffing shuffle Kristie has been welcomed to Butterfield House, commencing in 2019. A year where we have been empowered to grow as leaders and educators, a year of empowering our children as learners and in self-knowledge, a year of living adventurously and embracing being a communityâ&#x20AC;Śa year of knowing we are blessed!

Mrs Bernadette Johnson Director of Teaching and Learning - Early Learning

Life-Worthy Learning ‘The Learning that Matters’ encompasses a broad range of educational experiences beyond the core

Our Faculty provides a pathway for students to study

curriculum that allow our students to develop and

Health (Health & Human Development – H&HD),

explore individual passions, both within and outside

and Physical Education through to Year 11 and 12.

of the regular classroom. Such learning experiences

Faculty staff take each child from the formative years,

offer our students growth in the academic and social

where the focus is on developing the fundamental

realms, whilst broadening individual perspectives,

motor skills (FMS) and health education, through

evoking critical and creative thinking, building

to the middle school years where staff develop the

intercultural understanding and developing essential

child’s game sense through the transfer of these FMS

‘life worthy’ skills. The following offerings see ‘value

to game situations, and further enhance each child’s

added’ to the educational journey at Christian College

health knowledge through the varied Units. The

Geelong.

Faculty then provides each child with the opportunity to apply this learnt knowledge through the subject

Health, Physical Education & Sport The Christian College Health, Physical Education and Sport programs, provide students with a balance in their weekly educational experience. It is through this breadth of HPE and Sport programs that many Christian College students remain engaged,

offerings of H&HD and Phys Ed at the VCE level. Sport is a highlight for many students who attend Christian College. Our Sport program allows students to flourish in their chosen pursuits, from the House Carnivals to the many and varied Interschool sporting programs. Staff and students take

enthusiastic and motivated to learn.

pleasure in witnessing and hearing of student sporting

Such an approach to Sport is in line with our College’s

level.

overarching belief that education is concerned with the ‘whole’ human being; and that every pupil has the capacity to achieve, or even excel, in some field. Our talented and dedicated staff deliver an enriching program that aims to achieve a ‘physically competent’ student at Year 6, and a ‘physically educated’ student at Year 10. Students have the opportunity to enhance their Health and Physical Education understanding further by completing the VCE Units in these subject areas at Year 11 and 12. Participation in lifelong physical activity is an essential part of living a healthy and well-balanced life. The skills, knowledge and conceptual understandings explicitly taught and studied through our College Health and Physical Education, and Sport programs provide a platform from which students are able to achieve this goal.

achievements at the State, National and International

At Club level, Christian College offers students the opportunity to participate in Basketball, Netball and Equestrian.

The Christian College Netball Club consists of

The Bands, Choirs, String Orchestras and

approximately 100 Belmont and Highton Year 2 to 9

instrumentalists have played an active role in

students. Under the guidance of Head Coach Olivia

supporting events in the life of the College including

Cameron and Flora Murdoch (Administrator), the

services, ceremonies and celebrations. Many student

players participate and enjoy weekly training and

soloists have completed examinations with AMEB and

matches.

ANZCA. Students have also competed in scholarship competitions and Rotary Club talent competitions with

A group of 20+ enthusiastic equine riders make up the

many winning prizes and recognition for their great

Christian College Equestrian Club. Students compete

musicianship.

in the Barwon Schools series, Victorian School events and the EFA Victorian Interschools as representatives

Music Camps

of the College.

In September, the Combined Middle Schools Music Camp involved nearly 200 students from the Bellarine

Olivia Cameron (Head Coach) working with Flora

and Highton Campuses in choirs, strings and bands.

Murdoch (Administrator) have overseen significant

This year’s camp also involved Year 4 students as an

growth in the number of teams participating in the

introduction to the College Ensemble Program. Held

Eagles Basketball Club. The Club celebrated its 25th

at Camp Wilkin, Anglesea, the students rehearsed

Anniversary in 2018, and respectfully acknowledged

new material in preparation for their end of year

the first Life Members of the Club – Mr Daryl Riddle,

performances. At this camp, the Highton and Bellarine

Mrs Sue Wright and Mr Jamie O’Loughlin. Under the

Middle School musicians formed three Concert Bands,

Presidency of Mr Anthony Barnett, many students are

a Choir and String Orchestras as well as a Guitar

participating in the weekly competition and training

Ensemble, and stage bands. This event is not just a

that this Club provides, and we are seeing great

music camp but also a fantastic way for students to

development and enjoyment from their involvement.

learn to work together in a concentrated program.

Mr Andrew Richardson Director of Teaching and Learning – HPE & Sport

Co Curricula Music - Instrumental Music Performance This year has seen around 720 students electing to study instrumental music with weekly lessons happening across the campuses and 47 instrumental staff giving specialist tutorage. This has meant a fantastic level of involvement in the extra curricula ensemble program offered at Christian College with over 30 regularly rehearsing ensembles making music weekly and taking part in camps, tours, competitions and performances both within the College and in the wider community. Regular solo performance recitals have also been held across all campuses providing the opportunity for students to perform for family and friends.

The Senior Rehearsal Camp sees the most Senior

College Ensemble - Competitions and Festivals

Ensembles at Christian College depart from their

The Victorian Schools’ Music Festival is held at various

campus environments for intensive tutorials and

venues in the CBD and regional centres each year.

rehearsals in late June. This year the Senior Wind

Bands and orchestras play for an adjudication panel

Symphony, Strings, Choir and Stage Bands travelled to

and are given a rating against set criteria for an award.

Rutherford Park near Daylesford for a five-day camp

They also take part in a tutorial and workshop. The

where the students played for an average of 6 hours

Christian College ensembles find this experience

a day. The students relish the opportunity to be away

a great opportunity to develop and refine their

and immerse themselves in their chosen pieces for the

musicianship. Many of our groups received the highest

up and coming competitions.

rating possible from the panel as well as recordings of their performance for review.

Both the Middle School and Senior Music Camps see the Music Department engage not only our regular

During August the Junior School Strings and Choir

staff but also the services of professional performing

performed at the Geelong Schools’ Music and

musicians from places such as the Melbourne

Movement Festival in the Play House at GPAC.

Symphony Orchestra, Victorian Opera and various

For many of the students it was their first public

tertiary institutions to tutor and motivate the students.

performance and was a tremendous experience being

Both staff and students find it inspiring to have the

in a professional theatre.

opportunity to work with people with such fantastic expertise from ‘outside’ our program.

Royal South Street provides our College ensembles and soloists with the most prestigious eisteddfod

Senior Music Tour

environment in which to compete. We have had

The College’s Senior Ensembles tour biannually

a fantastic year at Royal South Street with many

and 2018 saw the Senior Strings, Wind Symphony,

students and groups gaining places in hotly contested

Stage Band and Choir attend the Pacific Basin Music

sections.

Festival in Honolulu, Hawaii. 63 students and 11 staff participated in what was an extremely successful tour. The musical activities while on tour were nicely balanced and broad. Our performers took part in formal adjudicated performances, in great venues, with follow up expert critique. The ensembles took part in exchange rehearsals which involved our students sitting alongside students from other countries playing each other’s music, workshops conducted by ‘expert’ music educators, relaxed public performances in shopping centres, school visits, and a massed choir opportunity for singers where they prepared a world premiere of a work. The ensembles were all awarded gold and silver medals for their adjudicated performance. The awards were nice for the students to receive but did not seem to be in any way the motivating factor behind them wanting to do well, they seemed genuinely keen to play/sing well and do their best.

Geelong Music Performance Festival

Senior Campus House Music

The Geelong Music Performance Festival is an event

Deakin’s Costa Hall was the venue for this year’s Senior

hosted by Christian College Geelong for our students

School House Music Competition. This event sees the

to perform their solo repertoire and small ensemble

entire Senior School Student body perform as a part

pieces for adjudication. The festival is open to students

of their respective House Choirs. Each House also

from other schools to perform. The festival, run

provides a soloist and two ensembles. Penman house

in August, saw over 500 solo and small ensemble

was victorious in 2018 winning the overall trophy,

performances presented for the adjudicators across

while Burrows won the House Choir award!

seven days. From their participation, it is hoped that students will have gained much through their own performance experience, but also through listening to others and receiving feedback from an adjudicator. The festival is a non-competitive event, with the primary aim being for students to be encouraged and supported in their performances. It was wonderful to see our students ‘grow’ and support their peers through their experience at the Festival. The Festival website has bios of the adjudicators and the program of performers. Students were awarded medals to recognize excellence and also received written feedback on their work. The event was again a wonderful success and will hopefully continue to grow in the coming years. Community Performance Our musicians’ involvement in the community, from the Junior Schools right through to our most Senior musicians is a hallmark of our program with students performing at events such as the Geelong Advertiser Scholarships and the Highton Rotary Star Search.

The Annual Music Evening

The Senior Choir has represented the College on a

An outstanding night of performances at Deakin’s

number of significant occasions such as the Vietnam

Costa Hall held on Thursday October 18th gave

Veteran’s service, ANZAC Day Dawn Service at Eastern

over 450 Christian College student musicians the

Beach and the Geelong Schools ANZAC service at the

opportunity to perform for a large audience in a world-

Johnstone Park Memorial.

class concert hall venue.

Senior School - Waurn Ponds has been represented

For the first time we welcomed the students of the

by a number of soloists and chamber ensembles

Surf Coast Campus who joined with the Belmont JS

throughout the year at a huge range of events. These

choir. The concert featured a consistently outstanding

have provided the students with valuable performance

level of student musicianship and excellence in staff

experience and also allowed them to share their gifts

musical direction.

with others in the community and experience the satisfaction in providing service to others - particularly

Fiona Gardner

in being able to support charity fundraising events.

Director of Teaching & Learning - Music

Back Creek Rural Studies Program The Back Creek rural studies program seeks to actively engage and challenge the year nine students wholistic education, growth and development. The term- long learning journey of the Back Creek Farm program, combined with the year nine transformation experience certainly aims to meet adolescence in the crucial time when young people are beginning to question everything, challenge the systems they have always worked within and seem eager to take risks and strike outwards. We have established a proud tradition of experiential pursuits which are rich for exploring and fostering a greater sense for individuals deepening their understanding of self. We also aim to create a deeper sense of connection and relationship with those around us.

To create this climate, ripe for transformational growth, we run six distinctly different work-team rotation experiences. The very nature of living and developing outside of the traditional classroom, allows for extending our current perspective. Although we certainly use the Australian Curriculum as our framework for creating our classes and work sessions, we address our learning in the real world setting required for students to grow towards adulthood. Students use the learnings from within their classrooms to bring the sciences alive whilst creating delicious homemade preserves, undertake a biology overview in caring for and managing the range of animals, discuss small business development and financial planning (and the math which accompany this) through the running of an egg sales business and learning the basic financial considerations required for owning and operating a commercial dairy operation.

As educators, we create both very overt lessons relating to character, service and community yet also finely weave these notions and themes throughout our practical work experience sessions. We offer ideas on how to go about developing and creating a change in perspective with real world implications for our learnings. Through living within the community at Back Creek Farm, we are challenged and extended beyond simply considering ourselves and are guided towards an awareness of the interdependence we need for practicality and for happiness. We endeavor to create the teachable moments to consider the needs beyond our own. We create the space for empathy to be openly discussed but require the development of this character trait for comfortable co-existence.

By moving our focus (and access) away from the electronic universe we are usually swamped by, Back Creek returns the power back onto human centered endeavors and investigation. We actively pursue and celebrate the human flourishing in health, wellbeing and achievement in all things related to character growth. Faith is given a space back in our everyday lives, for celebration, contemplation to be discussed and interpreted. Having the rituals and practices of a living faith in everyday (such as saying grace and giving thanks to God daily) is an essential part of life in our community at Back Creek. Growing oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s character involves being challenged and encouraged to walk the hard road to learn the lessons which will stay with us long after this chapter of our journey has ended. This is the contribution to lifeworthy learning that we give each and every year nine student who lives with us at Back Creek Farm. Kim Ali Director of Back Creek Farm

Drama 21st century learning requires that students are collaborators, creators, communicators and risk takers. In the drama classroom and in various performance spaces, our students are encouraged to step outside of their comfort zones and their own experiences to perform characters and stories and create empathy with audiences through this storytelling. Drama students from the Bellarine campus move ‘beyond our community’ to participate in ‘Geelong After Dark’, Central Geelong’s annual night of arts: transforming the streets, laneways and venues of Geelong’s CBD. In 2018, the collaboration of the Guerrilla Art and Drama classes saw students use both installation artwork and performance to showcase the transformation of Geelong’s employment landscape from blue collar to white collar and highlight the local issue of homelessness. This will continue in 2019 with the theme ‘Heighten Your Senses’. At Year 9, students enrolled in the From Page to Stage unit work throughout the term towards a public performance. In previous years, this has allowed for cross-campus collaboration, with the Highton and Bellarine students coming together to perform for a live audience. The culmination of their Middle School

Year 10 students also participated in the Suitcase Series performance project at the Malthouse Theatre in Melbourne. Students created characters and manipulated performance conventions to explore the issue of climate change and the impact this is having on our earth. They were encouraged to think outside the box and move past their own experiences to explore possible scenarios facing our planet. VCE drama allows students to draw on a range of historical, cultural and environmental contexts to create performance, allowing their ‘individual and collective identities to be explored, expressed and validated’ (VCE study design 2019). In their performance making, Year 11 and 12 students move beyond their own personal and cultural experiences to devise and perform stories that reflect the diversity of human life. They use expressive and performance skills to create characters, and draw on a range of performance styles and traditions to give form to their work. In semester one, the Year 11 students are targeting a Year 7 audience as they dramatically explore the themes of bullying and inclusiveness. Year 12 students are investigating the role that the media plays in manipulating human happiness and are devising performance work that challenges the validity of materialism and commercialism in the modern world.

Drama studies, this production is presented to College leadership, staff, families and friends and serves as a celebration of their dedication, drive and talent. At Senior School - Waurn Ponds, Drama moved ‘beyond the classroom’ to the bush as Year 10 students researched sustainability and ways to communicate this to a pre-school audience through drama and storytelling. They created engaging and interactive performances that encouraged participation from the young audience members in the unconventional performance setting of bushland.

Drama students are regularly invited to perform at Year Level assemblies, worship services and Presentation Evenings. They attend excursions to view professional and amateur theatre productions and reflect on these opportunities to advance their own performance work. As the faculty continues to grow, so will the opportunities to extend Drama outside of the classroom. Mandy Calderwood Head of Drama 40

Art, Technology & Design The Visual Arts, Technology and Design program at Christian College covers a diverse range of subjects and continues to demonstrate exceptional outcomes in not only developing a studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; skill set, but also in broadening and deepening their ability to articulate and conceptualise a creative response to the world around them, it provides students with opportunities that are lifeworthy beyond the curriculum domains. Stemming the Tide, The Secret Ingredient and Developing New Futures were new learning areas introduced at Years 5 & 6, with a Design Thinking approach underpinning cross curricular links, students have been engaged in applying critical thinking skills, developing deeper understandings of sustainable practices, to think beyond their own needs and become lifelong learners. A specific highlight was two of our Bellarine students competing at a National level in the Sydney Solar Boat Competition. Building on the success of the Business of Food elective at Bellarine, students utilised their emerging entrepreneurial skills to devise the Coffee Club. A successful business model where students run a coffee shop business at the Bellarine campus for staff and students. It has also had the success where the Year 9 students have trained Year 8 students to continue this program into 2019. Year 9 Studio Arts programs, Artist in Resident and Guerrilla Art â&#x20AC;&#x201C; focus on developing student identity and civic responsibilities as they have been actively engaged in visual art activities, both internal and external. At the Geelong After Dark program students actively challenged members of the public on their thoughts for the future of Geelong and the Poppy Installation, building a connect with our fallen soldiers.

Junior teaching staff collaborated with DEAKIN implementing STEM and Entrepreneurial thinking programs to their enquiry projects in Junior school classes. This culminated in a Public Mini Maker Faire at the Deakin CADET centre and both Junior staff presented at the National STEMEd Conference in November. As part of this conference STEMEd bus tours were conducted at our Highton Campus, demonstrating to participants our current place in STEM education, with several enquiries from a variety of sources on how to set up and run successful STEM programs in schools, locally, nationally and internationally. 2018 Art Show, an event that celebrates our whole school community and was attended by approximately 2500 attendees, with a highlight of the event the textiles fashion show, visual art installations and thousands of individual artworks on display. The event provides authentic learning opportunities for our students, with genuine audience feedback as well as an opportunity for our community to see the quality, depth and breadth of the Art, Technology and Design program at Christian College. RoboCup Junior, National, and International success, the On Stage and Robot Rescue has seen an increase in the number of female participants in the Systems Engineering and STEM programs. All three campuses had success at the Regional, State and National level. With four Year 10 students competing at the International World Robotic Olympiad in Chiang Mai, Thailand where the students shared and collaborated their learning experiences with students and teachers from 63 other countries. There were many other opportunities for our students to participate in a variety of exhibitions and Arts Mentorship programs both locally and at a state level from our Junior School campuses through to Senior School. Most notably several of our senior students being shortlisted for the prestigious VCE Season of Excellence with entries in Top Designs and Top Arts and Media students in Top Designs and at the Odyssey Film Festival. Antony Benson Director of Teaching & Learning - Art Technology & Design

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