Term 1. 2015 In Focus

IN FOCUS

Links to articles Cover Story: Page 15 Let Us Celebrate 35 Years: Page 6 Science Scholars are Hard at it!: Page 12

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From the Principal Time to Reflect and Celebrate

through the provision of outstanding pastoral care.

The additional emphasis on quality effective teaching

Making Thinking Visible

has seen the added benefit that a culture of thinking

As I visit each campus it has been exciting to

and learning enhances the educational experience.

see evidence of the visible thinking routines in

Already this term there have been a number of events and achievements that give great reason to Have you noticed that the clock at the top of the clock tower at the Highton campus has been restored and is happily marking time for those in the local area? Since our College commenced, the iconic clock tower has been a beacon clearly identifying Christian College and our work and service in the lives of the many students, families and the wider community.

The Middle School Clock Tower in all its glory

High Achievers Celebrated The College has established a tradition of honouring students who have achieved highly in their VCE Results at the Commencement Service at Senior School at the beginning of each year. These students receive awards and are presented to the student

with the enthusiasm that the academic staff have demonstrated to embrace these strategies with their students and the obvious high level of thinking and learning that these have created. Seeing this transition so early in the year is wonderful and this brings exciting possibilities for the future.

What is Worth Learning?

As our College continues to journey and dedicate our focus upon ‘Continuous Self Improvement’,

This year marks the 35th Anniversary for our College.

body to recognise their effort and high achievement.

Throughout these years there is much to praise and be

This also encourages others to aspire to reach the

thankful to God for the incredible things that have been a

same outstanding levels of academic performance.

part of the most remarkable success that now sees Christian

It is pleasing to note the positive trend that is

College Geelong as a respected, innovative and valued

indicating consistent growth and improvement in

educational institution.

a number of areas concerning student outcomes.

program, I had the privilege to meet and hear

The new initiatives and programs introduced are

Professor David Perkins speak on Learning that

contributing to a vibrant growth in the College

matters in schools.

culture of learning.

‘We teach a lot that isn’t going to matter, in a significant

the recent development of teaching and learning initiatives as

It has been pleasing to learn that some of these

way, in students’ lives,’ writes Professor David Perkins in

part of our focus on continuous self-improvement.

students have been awarded scholarships at their

his new book, ‘Future Wise, there’s also much we aren’t

Christian College will never lose sight of our Christian

respective Universities by way of acknowledging

teaching that would be a better return on investment.’

Christian College has gained respect and an outstanding reputation for the quality of care and environment provided to students throughout these years. This reputation is also from

foundation to provide care and character development

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celebrate the learning across our campuses.

classrooms, in offices and staffrooms. I am delighted

we face the changing nature to the paradigm shift in education that is becoming a worldwide phenomenon. When I visited Harvard University in Boston USA in 2014 for the Future of Learning

these outstanding results as well as their high level of character.

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from the principal (cont...)

I was delighted to be present at the Bellarine Campus to see the arrival of ‘Pamela’s Joy’ (named after a long serving staff member), a boat that has been installed in the sandpit of the Junior School. I am extremely grateful to the Elstone family for making this boat available, particularly Craig who restored and prepared her for many hours of fun for the students. Together with the provision of a café in the play area and lots of loose play material for imaginative play in the soft fall area adjacent to the sand pit. (See more in this In Focus) High Performing School Culture Each of the elements of a school culture creates the atmosphere and environment for the students and staff within a school community. As we introduce the new learning

2014 High Achievers being celebrated at the Senior School Commencement Service

framework and create a vibrant new landscape of learning, we aim to instil a culture of high performance.

In describing what was important for schools to include in teaching

situations, create new things and explore ideas, whilst developing a

The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership identifies that high

and learning programs, he emphasised that the challenge is to

sense of awareness of our individual capabilities, passions and gifts.

performance schools demonstrate the following attributes.

For generations students have been asking teachers the question,

Reflective Collaborative Teaching

provide students with opportunities to think, question and wonder.

Rather than remember a set of facts that are selected for them to recall in tests. This higher level of challenging thinking and learning has a far greater impact on the future contributions and level of engagement that students will ultilise in the future beyond school years into their adult lives.

’Why do we need to know this?’

In our endeavour to provide the very best we can for our students, we have worked

The question for the future is more …’Why is it helpful for me to

hard to create a performance and development culture that embraces the framework

learn or think about this?’

outlined in this graphic. I am proud of the manner that our teaching staff have been prepared to reflect upon their practice and undertake a variety of opportunities to

Play Based Learning

We already know that skills will change (indeed the careers that

develop and improve performance. They indeed are modelling the ‘Growth Mindset’ that

Learning and discovering through play has been well established in

we are wanting to encourage in our students.

our younger students will enter into don’t exist at the moment and

early childhood settings and is certainly a most important aspect

they will most probably change employment several times in their

of the program at our own Williams House Kindergarten. In more

lifetime anyway) and knowledge is ever expanding. The task then

recent times the benefits of Play Based Learning has also become

for educators and schools is to create opportunities for students

important in the early years of schooling. I am delighted to see the

to discover the ability we each have to seek answers to complex

spaces and opportunities developed in each of our Junior Schools for this learning to become a feature learning landscape.

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This year all teaching staff are maintaining online professional journals and working with colleagues to achieve goals that they have individually set as a focus for their practice. A series of Professional Learning Teams have been established to complete action research on key elements of our program and structure with a clear improvement agenda.

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from the principal (cont...)

Each of these as well as several others not listed, are conducted in addition to the duties and responsibilities of teaching. The professionalism and enthusiasm that my colleagues demonstrate and provide each day are exemplary and are a major factor in the success and development that we are enjoying.

Connected Learning The introduction of the 1:1 devices at Years 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10 has been strategically staged as we develop and implement our College programs in teaching and learning. These have coincided with the introduction of electronic student organisers, increased use of digital communication and folios through the use of ‘One Note’ (which is basically a digital version of a lever arch folder for us older folk), shared and connected learning Students engrossed in Learning with their 1:1 Devices

Some of these include;

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opportunities through the use of blogs and other means by way of creating a wider audience for learning and feedback as well as the introduction of

Exciting Times….. Times of Hope This is a most exciting time at Christian College. We have much to be

e-books (replacing text books). Developing these capabilities within our

thankful to God for the things that have been provided over the past 35

students and creating these connections for the learning to take place will

years and we have a great deal to be excited about as we look to the future.

enable greater engagement and effective learning to develop.

The College School Improvement Tool (Producing a College wide Pedagogical Framework).

Value Added Experiences

A review of the College Student Management Policies and Protocols.

Life at Christian College is clearly very busy and extremely rewarding.

(Seeking to enhance restorative practice and greater self-management

There are many opportunities for students to develop passions, interests

and accountabilities within our students)

and abilities in the broad range of offerings that bring richness to student’s lives and school experience. Already this term we have enjoyed sporting

Education remains a beacon of hope for the future and the young people in our College excite me about the possibilities that lie ahead as we concentrate on learning that matters… learning that makes a positive difference… and create opportunities for our students to grow.

Not only is the restored clock in the clock tower displaying time to the community, our College is providing a strong positive light of hope for

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A review of home learning frameworks and expectations for students.

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ICT Coaching for staff (to develop and create greater effective use of

art and design process as well as several highly successful camps and

digital resources.

field excursions.

God bless.

Implementation of an e-smart framework. (To support students and

There is also great excitement and anticipation about the approaching College Musical performances of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ early next term.

Glen McKeeman

staff to develop, understand and accept safe and responsible use of

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carnivals and competitions, creative opportunities through music and the

the future.

Principal

technology).

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Jack speaking at the Investiture

Principal Glen McKeeman and Head of Senior School Sue Strong with the College Captains

2015 College Leaders

Jack Jordan-Hill

Elizabeth Lowe

Thank you Mr McKeeman, Mr Riddle and Mrs Strong for your belief

First of all I would like to say how honored I am to be chosen as your

in me. It means a lot.

School Captain this year. It is a privilege for me alongside Jack

Firstly, I would like to acknowledge my fellow Prefect team. You are

and the other Prefects, both College and House, to represent and

all outstanding people with many fine character traits and talents.

serve this school community.

Together with Lizzie, I look forward to working with you in leading

I will strive to reflect the school values of grace, truth, faith, hope

our school community this year.

and love in all aspects of my life knowing that when I am unable,

My sincere appreciation goes to the Senior School Teachers and

God will strengthen me and lead me on the right path. I will aim

Leaders who chose me for this role. I am most humbled and

to uphold our school mantra of ‘Seek ye first the Kingdom of God’

honoured. I would also like to thank and acknowledge ALL the staff

recognising that only through Him is everything possible.

who have shaped and influenced me over my 15 year journey at

It is my prayer for Christian College to be a school of growth in 2015,

Christian College.

Congratulations to the new 2015 Christian College Captains: Jack Jordan-Hill and Elizabeth Lowe!

During the Senior School Prefect Investiture earlier this term, the College Captains were presented with badges which symbolised the significance of their new roles. Jack and Elizabeth then went onto make an inspiring speech to their peers, teachers and families present on the day…

Elizabeth speaking at the Investiture

Beginning with Williams House Kindergarten, for teaching me the importance of play and trust. Junior School, for teaching me to read, write and do maths. Middle School, for helping me broaden my social skills, interests and abilities through ‘hands-on’ learning.

not only in areas of education and learning, but also through establishing positive relationships.

Thank-you for this opportunity and I look forward to representing Christian College this year.

The Back Creek Farm for teaching me teamwork and independence.

And Senior School, where I am now learning and developing leadership and life skills.

As School Captain this year, I pledge to serve you, accept responsibility and stand up for what I believe to be right.

I promise to uphold the Christian College values of compassion, respect, tolerance, honesty and integrity.

Thank you.

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Daryl Riddle with his composite class in 1984

Let Us Celebrate 35 Years When a significant event or milestone such as our College’s 35th Anniversary comes around, my automatic tendency is towards reflecting upon the ‘the journey’ which has been influenced by the many thousands of people who have provided their support and

1985 Staff photo with then Prinicipal Daryl Riddle and Vice Principal Gwen Prosser

When time has looked the most bleak, these words of encouragement and truth have remained with me and have consequently steered us through many challenges.

Small Beginnings-1980: It does not seem that long ago when the total number of Christian

In the early days Junior School students had fun with little play equipment

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the purchase of our original buildings from the Christian Brothers in 1987 becoming a pilot school for the then new VCE programme in 1990 1987 – 1993 the growth in numbers from 100 students to approximately 1000 in 6 years purchase of Belmont Glastonbury buildings (Junior School),

College students filled up the first four pews in the chapel and our four

establishment of Pre- Kinder and Pre-School Kindergartens,

rented rooms were filled with second hand cast-off tables and chairs

establishment of the Back Creek Farm, purchase and

which had been thrown away by other schools. When the classrooms

establishment of the Bellarine Campus, purchase and

needed painting or something needed fixing, both teaching staff

establishment of the Senior College Campus as well as the Villa

and parents volunteered to do most of the ground, maintenance and

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Paloma Art Precinct in Waurn Ponds.

encouragement along the way. As well, thousands of everyday

cleaning through a roster system. With early numbers of 45 children in

experiences and the monumental moments in our history, have all

the school, teaching was both demanding and rewarding and staff had

lines which transport 600+ students to school and home each

shaped us into the College we are today. In the very early eighties,

to improvise and be inventive. It was because of this attitude of resilient

day, our uniform shop, farming activities, overseas sister school

conditions were tough. Every event which played upon our budget

teamwork that the College community was positively welded together

programmes, work in East Timor, the establishment of a new

was extreme. During my second year at the College, I remember a time

to form the heart of the current community.

Christian College teacher training institution and many more

when there were discussions about the possibility of a closure because of a lack of numbers. I remember the words of a local Anglican Minister who knew of our plight and penned these words to me: “God will not take you where he can’t keep you.”

along with these physical assets we need to include our bus

activities I have not mentioned.

Early major events include,

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the re-writing of our original Company Articles to include the

The Art of Teaching and Learning

Anglican, Uniting, Baptist and Salvation Army Churches into our

Schools do not function to support subsidiary activities; their main

College Board

function is the provision of exciting, purposeful and professional teaching and learning programmes for our students.

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Framing is set out for the Bellarine Campus extensions in 2003

The Sports and Aquatic Centre - a wonderful addition to the Middle School campus

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Junior School in 2015 with beautifuly maintained grounds

development of the College portal to allow improved digital

Firstly, let us not become complacent and expect everything to go

communication with families

our own way. We need to be gracious for what we have and thankful

a new Learning Management System to provide connected

for it. Success does not come from ‘having things’. We learn a great

main aims of teaching and learning which are: Encourage and Develop

learning, improved access and communication for students, staff

deal about life from having to be resourceful!

Christian Faith, Building Capacity to Learn and Quality Effective

and families

Secondly, by celebrating our last 35 years, we take time to evaluate

a structured framework for Teaching and Learning to embrace

what we have achieved, stopping to recognise those pioneer people

21st century learning and to support students as learners

of faith who came before us and who sacrificed a great deal to create

equipping them for the future

this successful, vibrant and caring community we call Christian College,

These carefully crafted programmes are underpinned by our Christian Faith, a strong, positive pastoral programme and nurturing, caring staff. This overall vision is captured in and through our College’s three

Teaching.

Other important growth areas of the teaching and learning programme include;

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Geelong. We are a Christian School; one which has grown as a result of

a well-documented comprehensive K-12 curriculum framework

This is a small snapshot of the many activities, events and

focus upon ‘student learning’ and the learning process, beyond that

programmes which have been pivotal in making our last 35 years

which simply focuses on end results

so successful. In closing, I would like to take this opportunity

awareness of and catering for individual learning styles

to comment on and sincerely thank the many people who have

Let us continue to be successful in the purposes that have made the

increased targeted professional development on learning

sacrificed so much to be a member of this wonderful community. The

College so prosperous and be ever mindful of the wise words of one

improved Teacher Performance Management and detailed

positive quality of any organisation is reflected in the people who are

of our original College visionaries… “Good values never change!”

reflective practice supported through a structured feedback and

involved in it. Leaders, teachers, parents, administration, gardeners,

evaluation process

maintenance, bus drivers, other workers and the students, all make up

Daryl Riddle

introduction of Building Learning Power in conjunction with

a part of the vibrant story of Christian College.

Christian College Geelong CEO

Professor Guy Claxton

We are still a young school and we have achieved an incredible

expanded integration of technology into learning as well as

amount in such a short period. However, there are two important

introduction of new 1:1 Device Programme

elements which I believe have underpinned both our success as

many families wanting their children to be educated and encouraged to live and learn through an understanding and a faith in Christianity.

community and as a school.

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will add significantly to the percentage of Christian College staff with higher degrees.

These twelve people are enrolled on-line with Tabor Adelaide but have the opportunity to attend face-to-face tutorials which are being held here, as well as two 2-day intensives with staff from Tabor – also to be held in Geelong. We wish all these staff well in their studies. In 2016 we will continue to support these people as they move towards the completion of their post-graduate degree.

In addition, 2016 will see the commencement of an undergraduate Bachelor of Education (Primary) degree course to be offered here at CCITL as well as a Master of Teaching (Primary) program for graduates who wish to become teachers. (The plan is to commence similar degrees with a Secondary focus in 2018).

John Rose, Graham Stephens and Daryl Riddle working hard to get CCITL up and running

A New Venture- CCITL The Christian College Institute of Teaching & Learning (CCITL) – the tertiary and higher education arm of Christian College – commenced operations this year as a Teaching Centre of Tabor Adelaide. This follows years of preparations, negotiations and submissions to various accreditation bodies. Starting in a small way, CCITL has two major functions, namely, to provide recognised tertiary qualifications through a range of courses available to all and to facilitate in-service refresher and extension courses (Professional

Professional Learning Experiences are a combination of mini-conferences and after-school seminars that are designed to promote the aims of Christian College in catering for the spiritual and learning needs of students. These will be designed in response to defined needs and in consultation with school personnel, in particular the Principal and Vice Principal, Heads and Deputy Heads of Campus, and Directors of Teaching & Learning in the various faculties. One of the first Professional Learning Experiences to be offered will be on enhancing the culture of Teaching Christianly, with the Director of Christian Education, Stephen Brown, conducting a six week course providing an overview of the Bible.

This has come about from many teachers requesting this.

I have taken the role of the inaugural Head of the Christian College Institute of Teaching & Learning alongside Graham Stephens being the Administration Officer. Graham will also be taking on the role of Practicum Supervisor in 2016. We have both worked very closely with the College’s CEO, Daryl Riddle, who has been an innovative and strong guiding force in establishing this tertiary arm of the College.

We ask for your prayers and support as this new venture takes off and grows, and our thanks go to many people who have contributed in so many ways to this project over recent years.

Any inquiries concerning CCITL should be made in the first instance to Graham Stephens at g.stephens@ccg.vic.edu.au or by phoning the Middle School campus.

Learning Experiences) for staff.

Currently at the tertiary level, thirty Christian College staff hold a Master’s degree. CCITL is working with twelve other staff members this year who have commenced their Master of Education studies which

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John Rose Head of the Christian College Institute of Teaching & Learning

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Gary being prayed for as he commences this year as a new Chaplain

Our College Chaplains

Corey receiving his stole from past Bellarine Chaplain Bart Kroon

Gary Crole

Corey Bolton

Bellarine Campus Chaplain and Classroom Teacher

Bellarine Campus Chaplain and Classroom Teacher

I would love to see students develop a love for Jesus Christ and to see

If there’s any area I would like to impact the students at Christian

the relevance of a relationship with Him. I also enjoy getting to know the

College it would be to do with seeking and knowing truth.

students, families and staff of the College and hopefully being a positive

The truth about God, who He is, who they are, what He has done and

influence and supporter of them.

why He has done it. I love what Jesus says about how we can know truth and the wonderful effect it has on us:

Christian College recognizes the increasing need for compassionate, professional Christian counselling and advice in times of need.

Through various people, events and prayer, God has lead me to this position. At school, God is leading us through prayer, circulating amongst

Each of the campuses is blessed with either one or two Chaplains

the school community, listening to people, and we need to be open and

to be readily available to students, staff and members of the

aware that God is with us and directing.

College community.

Jesus said, ‘You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.

John 8:31-32 (NLT) There’s many different ways that God guides, directs and leads but ultimately it’s through His Spirit and His Word.

Supporting, encouraging and ensuring that our students

My prayer is that Christian College would be known as a place where you

I remember when I was at Christian College, it was a time that God

understand aspects of the Christian faith at all levels means our

can find God and begin or continue your personal journey with Jesus Christ;

used to show me that He not only existed but that He loved me and

College Chaplains have a very important and broad role.

a place where you are encouraged as a person even during the challenges

wanted to take my life and save me from the path I was on.

The following seven people have blessed our College community

of life and know that Christianity is relevant in any situation.

My prayer for the students at Christian College is that God would, as

with their dedication and support in assisting us on our journey of

He did for me, reveal Himself to them in an incredibly real way and

faith with Jesus.

that they would find peace with God through Jesus!

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Tim interacting with students at Middle School

Our College Chaplains (cont’...)

‘I Dare You To Pray’- Georgie with students on World Day of Prayer

Lena supporting Senior School students

Georgie Kettle

Lena Johnstone

Middle School Chaplain

Senior School Chaplain

I believe that we need to give our young people such hope and purpose!

I would love to impact the students by giving them hope. By allowing

I want every word of mine to be life giving and show that God is truly alive

them to believe that God has a future for them to embrace full of

and that He loves them.

potential. I love to see a student start to believe that life can be more than

Middle School Chaplain

Christian College offers an incredible opportunity to minister the love

the struggle or pain they may currently be experiencing. I love to see

My main role at the school is to pastorally care for students and staff

this generation to take a stand for what they believe in, as well as prompt

purpose regardless of their current situation or circumstance.

others to ask the bigger questions of life as they begin to form their own

Every morning as I drive to work I pray for wisdom and guidance for all

world view.

that I do in my day. I pray that God would allow me to reflect His love for

Everyday we come across different issues and life situations that we must

all of those who cross my path.

deal with appropriately. Therefore, asking God for HIS wisdom and grace is

It is my prayer that everyone at Christian College, staff and students, have

Tim Blackhall

during a vast range of situations and I would like to think that I was known for helping a student move from point A in their life to point B. There is a lot of wisdom involved when navigating these circumstances and so I must heavily rely on God’s direction. I have reflected many times on the part that I play in a students’ journey forward and the big difference that I see in their lives. This makes me realise how much I love my job.

It brings me great joy seeing students happy and working in the great positive environment that Christian College provides.

and hope of Jesus. It is a privilege to contribute to setting a platform for

my daily prayer! WE can’t do this work without Him.

students move towards, however slowly, a fuller life and to find joy and

a sense of belonging, being loved and cared for and they feel supported

My prayer is that the students would discover the joy, hope and peace

both as they celebrate the positives and as they struggle with the

found in Jesus. That each of them would be encouraged and equipped

difficulties they might face. It is my prayer that no one here needs to face

to face whatever life throws at them; that they would know they are not

life alone.

alone in this.

My prayer for this College is that every student will feel that Joy.

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Our College Chaplains (cont’...)

Lyn with Senior Care Council students handing out icypoles to students watching lunch time cricket

Rowan distributing the new Storybook Bible to Year 2 and 3 students at Junior School

Lyn Nethercote

Rowan Thurman

Senior School Chaplain

Junior School Chaplain and coordinator of Learning Support

I love working to support families and the staff, and honestly feel that God

I love encouraging this school community to see and know the love of

has led me here and blessed me with the enormous privilege of sitting

Jesus and to show this practically in the way that they treat and care for

alongside young people going through some very challenging times.

each other. I love seeing Junior School students speak the truths of the

The trust, the courage, the ability to watch students find the strength to

Christian message to their peers and also to adults.

find good outcomes, as well as the sense of God’s loving presence makes

I would like our students to have hearts that are open to hear and

my job really wonderful. If I ever feel weighed down by the demands of

embrace our College Christian values of Faith, Hope, Love, Grace and Truth

the job, God always reveals His Grace to me through the support of my

and to know the love of Jesus for themselves. I hope the students apply

colleagues and also the inner sense of His comfort and peace.

these values to their own lives and to encourage others as well. I would

My prayer for the students is beautifully expressed in Ephesians 17 and 18.

‘That Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is.’ (NLT)

like our students to strive to be the best that they can be in all facets of their lives and to have a significant positive influence on the world in which they live.

I seek God daily through prayer and reading my Bible to equip me for day ahead with his Holy Spirit. I lean on Him for wisdom and discerning different situations that come along.

I pray that as we grow, we will not lose our Christian heart and soul and we will positively influence our world.

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Science Scholars are Hard at it!

Catching up on a prac

Science Scholars catching up on a missed test

Building those persistent qualities is every bit as important as

The effort is worth it!

igniting the passion. We need to develop solutions which are

The conceptual demands of Science increase with every year.

efficient for time poor staff and students and which also promote

“We do not expect every student to achieve 100% – but we do

the value of commitment and hard work.

expect that they keep trying to improve.” said Nick Ward. In Year

Last year’s In Focus article on Finding the Spark to ignite the passion

Our children want to do well, so Science Scholars was set up to

showcased some of the opportunities our Science students have for

support that desire. Every Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes, at

inspiration. We have to be aware though that inspiration will only

Highton, the Science staff provide extra help to students in Years 5

get them so far. In the often quoted words of Thomas Edison:

to 9. “The initiative was a departmental response to the very positive

“What it boils down to is one per cent inspiration and ninety-nine per cent perspiration.”

A 21st Century Problem…..and solution There are significant obstacles the students come across in meeting

feedback we received from parents when we had done revision classes last year - but felt it was important to ensure that staff could team up to provide the service more efficiently. Having a rotation also shows the students that it is not only ‘teacher X’ that want them to work or who helps- but all staff.” explained Martyn Bence, from

the 99% perspiration. The vast array of activities available today,

the faculty.

coupled with the stimulation provided by the modern multimedia

The team also uses these lunchtimes as an opportunity for students

world, makes it understandably difficult for young people to make

who have fallen behind to catch up. “Using lesson time to complete

choices that will require persistence, patience and resilience to yield

an assignment missed is counterproductive” added Sophie Maye. “If

long lasting satisfaction and reward.

the student does not engage with the primary content of that class,

10 Science, if a student does not meet the standard in a test– he or she must complete a redemption task which focusses on the basic concepts. The tasks are scheduled at lunchtime for the year level as a whole – to save each teacher carrying out the same process for each and every class. Initial resistance from some students has given way to acceptance and even gratitude – as students, who have been reluctant to give up free time, have learnt that the personal satisfaction gained from completing work to an achievable standard is worth the sacrifice. This can help rebuild self-confidence which is often the precursor to a drop in commitment.

they will fall even further behind and the teacher cannot devote all time and effort to the core teaching.”

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Science Scholars are Hard at it! (cont’...)

Lest We Forget Christian College will be commemorating the 100 years anniversary of the ANZAC landings at Gallipoli with a number of special initiatives.

Firstly, construction work is underway at Senior School to

A different assessment model

create a seating area around the flagpole that will serve as a

We have also looked at the way we assess across

discussed with the students and examined when

memorial to those Australians who have served their country

all year levels. It is often just as important to assess

we could provide regular opportunities for them to

in conflict. A Federal Government grant of $11,500 was

students’ skills as well all as their knowledge

practice - with the added bonus of personal help

awarded to Christian College to fund this project, as part of the

and understanding. These skills can include, for

from one of the Biology teachers.” One evening

Department of Veteran’s Affairs ‘100 Years of ANZAC’ program.

example, planning or analysis or self-management

after school each week there is an hour and a half

and target the processes that young people are

of tutorial time. Staff rotate the responsibility but

using whilst working rather than simply measuring

as Jan summarised: “Students know that access to

the end product.

expertise and having routine helps. Convincing

For investigations – where achievement is compared to a set of standards, feedback is given

Also, on Thursday, April 16, the whole College will pause at 9.00 am to conduct simultaneous services at each of the campuses.

students to buy-in as early as possibly in the year is the key to success in VCE.”

on how a report could be improved. Students

We think that our students revel in the excitement

then have the opportunity to resubmit and

of Science and we still look for the most effective

achieve a higher standard. We hope that if they

ways of nurturing this, but we are also confident that

can absorb the underlying message (I can get

in 2015 they will also learn to appreciate the more

better) that committing to study in Senior cycle

prosaic values that we must engender within them.

may not be as daunting.

Michael Neaves Building Routine

Director of Teaching &

By the final year of school, our students know they

Learning- Science

have to commit. So, for example, in VCE Biology, a key to success is to assimilate a vast technical language through a repeated cycle of learning and testing. “Lessons are not the primary time to do this” explained Jan Strauch. “Class time is for teaching, discussion, and clarification – so we Construction in process- the memorial site is underway at Senior School

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2014 Christian College DUX

Josh at Monash University

2014 DUX of Christian College, Joshua Smith receiving an ATAR score of

Woodwork enabled him to practice and develop a broad range of skills

possible; in the end you are not competing against them and everyone

99.55 has many knots on his belt to be proud of. He was a 2014 Prefect,

which he hopes to ‘continue to explore in the future’.

will benefit.’

student leader and VCE high achiever in the classroom, sporting arena

Josh’s fondest memories from school were travelling to Hawaii with the

Since graduating, Josh is studying Mechanical Engineering and

and concert hall.

Music department in Year 8 and going to the Back Creek Farm in Year 9.

Industrial Design at Monash University. He hopes to get involved in

‘Going to Hawaii was great because it’s an amazing place to explore and

‘Uni life’ and do well in his course. ‘I’m aiming to save some money for

there was a good mix of performance and recreational time throughout

overseas travel and want to make the most of whatever comes my way’

Commencing Christian College at Williams House in the Pre-Kinder program, Josh was involved with the College for 15 years of his life.

the trip. Sightseeing and mixing with other international students were

Josh explains.

During his time at school, Josh immersed himself in many different

highlights’ Josh explained. His time at the farm was another highlight as

facets of the College. In Year 12 his efforts were celebrated when he

the students could enjoy ‘time away from everyday life, have fun doing

‘I would like to thank Christian College for being a great school to go to

was presented with major subject awards in Music, Maths, Physics and

varied work and to hang out with friends in a relaxed atmosphere.’

and all the teachers who have shared their knowledge and friendship

Studio Art. Reminiscing on his time at school, Josh is grateful for the

In Year 12, Josh stayed calm and made sure he put in efficient time

opportunities that were given to him. Playing cello and base guitar

when it counted rather than be tied to a vicious study routine.

The College community wishes Josh all the best for his future

within the Music Department and fostering his creative side in Art and

He also discovered ‘It’s important to collaborate with friends as much as

endeavours and congratulates him on his success so far.

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over the years. It has been a great experience.’

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Bellarine Campus, Drysdale Celebrating Bellarine Leaders Congratulations to all the new student leaders at Bellarine who were announced recently at the Induction Service. Well done to students Jessie Morrow and Callum Ward who are the Captains for the campus.

Kanji Writing Jessie Morrow and Callum Ward with Head of Bellarine

The students in the Year 9 Japanese class have been learning months, dates and days

Scott Elliss at the Bellarine Investiture

of the week in kanji in this term. Kanji is most complicated of the three Japanese

Kanji writing

scripts. The students practised kanji through Brush calligraphy, Shodo. By using brush and ink, the students wrote kanji with a slow movement, following the stroke order and paying attention to detail and balance.

Play Outside the Classroom There have been some exciting changes happening the Bellarine Prep – Year 2 play area in order to further enhance the students’ learning experiences both within and outside the classroom. Studies have shown that young children’s play allows them to explore, identify, negotiate, take risks and create meaning, leading to enhanced school Bellarine House Leaders

Writers Workshop

adjustment and academic learning. The development of this area melds wonderfully Playground fun!

with our College’s strategic plan for continuous self-improvement and in providing opportunities for our students to make, create and explore within their learning.

The students are using the equipment to create an amazing array of imaginative scenarios and enjoying themselves in the process.

Inspiring Young Writers Performance poet, Joel McKerrow, joined Bellarine’s Year 9 Writers’ elective recently for a workshop on developing performance poetry. Joel shared some of his poems which he used as a eaching tool, getting the students to share what they saw and heard.

The students were amused, inspired and affected by the emotion shared through his piece.

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Interactive displays at Scienceworks

Junior School, Belmont Year 1 Numeracy Students in Year 1 are engaged in working with various materials to represent patterns.

Patterns form the basis of our number system and through concrete materials and hands on learning students are able to explore this learning.

Project Care Day What I Want to be When I Grow Up! As part of a Project Care event students came to school dressed up as their future self. There were many career paths represented …

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Project Care Day

We wish all our doctors, fairies, princesses and palaeontologists well in their future.

Integrated Studies Unit Students in Years 3 and 4 attended an excursion to Scienceworks to the Panetarium to explore the Earth Sciences they are studying in their Integrated Studies Unit ‘Why is it so?’ Students were taken on an exciting adventure under the night sky and out into the Solar system. We landed safely back on earth and have been enjoying discoveries about the Earth, moon, sun and other concepts ever since.

Visible Thinking One of our College focuses this year is on making student thinking visible. Staff and students are engaged in the practice of visible thinking routines in the classroom, staffroom and even our Prep parents at their morning tea were involved in using the

What I Want to be When I Grow Up!

Compass Points routine! Here are some examples of the thinking routines ‘Tug of War’, ‘3,2,1 Bridge’ and ‘See Think Wonder’.

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Middle School, Highton Year 5-7 Picnic and Welcome Evening Families from Year 5 to 7 braved the blustery conditions to come together for this wonderful community event. Picnic goers were entertained with live music, roving performers and a flash mob dance that included an impromptu performance from our Principal, Mr Glen McKeeman.

Principal Glen McKeeman and students enjoying Welcome Picnic

Year 6 City Camp

Year 5-7 Picnic and Welcome Evening

All students in Year 6 from the Highton Campus recently went on their City Camp.

The 3 days offered opportunities to experience train and tram travel, participate in activities linked to the curriculum including Parliament House Victoria, the National Gallery of Victoria and the Immigration Museum. The students also got to explore urban art in Hosier Lane and the AC/DC Lane, visit the Australian Council for the Moving Image (ACMI) in Federation Square and enjoy a tour of the MCG, Sports Museum!

Year 9 Photography The start of this semester saw the Year 9 photography students off to an inspirational start with the students visiting the National Wool Museum in Geelong to view the Photographer of the Year 2014 exhibition. The exhibition

ACDC Lane in Melbourne

showcased the selected entries for the Geelong by nature photography

Year 9 Photography

competition including works from local and international professional and student photographers. Â Christian College students viewed and analysed works from students around the world to inspire their own photographic endeavors in the classroom.

Middle School, Highton Leaders Congratulations to the Middle School Captains, Caelli Wood and Jude Cudmore and the Vice Captains Emily Scott and Lachlan Brough who were recently announced at the Induction Service. Well done to the new Student Representative Council, House Officials, Prefects and Mentors who were also announced on the day.

Middle School Captains, Caelli Wood and Jude Cudmore with the Vice Captains Year 6 City Camp

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Middle School, Highton Leaders

Emily Scott and Lachlan Brough and Middle School Head and Deputies.

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Senior School, Waurn Ponds Drama Program Year 10 students are involved in the ‘Take Over’ program at GPAC which involves students from a number of different schools. They will be developing a selfdevised piece of theatre and performing it in June. This photo was taken at a Drama ‘Take Over’ program in action

drama skills workshop they went to last week to help them get started.

Junior Students enjoying their morning fitness with the Senior students

Year 12 Leaders 24 Year 12 students received blue blazers and Prefect badges to acknowledge them as leaders of Christian College. From this group the School Captains were announced. Congratulations to the 2015 College Captains, Jack Jordan-Hill and Elizabeth Lowe and to the other 22 Prefects.

Fitness for all Ages This week, enjoyed visitors during their fitness program from four Year 12 Senior School students.

The Year 12 students assisted Year 2 students with a skipping activity as a part of their daily morning fitness program.

Year 12 Leaders

Having the Senior students down at Junior School was a great opportunity for

Flynn House- winners of the Synchronised Swimming event

them to contribute to the life of Christian College.

Senior Swimming sports The Senior Swimming Sports were held recently and was a great day for all. Well done to all students for their participation.

Congratulations to Flynn House who won the Synchronised Swimming Event and to Penman House who were the overall winners of the day!

College Prefects with Head of Senior School and the Principal

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Penman House- winners of the Swimming Sports

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Our College’s philosophical and educational heart is to focus on educating

Breaking New Ground

‘the whole student.’ Through our extensive offerings in Teaching and Learning, together with our carefully balanced focus on character development and pastoral care, our students are being well prepared to meet the demands and challenges for the future. A balance of Care and Curriculum.

All students are different and therefore any great school and its staff will understand this and take steps to cater for the individual differences.

It takes courage, planning, dedicated staff and forethought to understand, prepare and cater for the future needs of our students.

By providing students with a broad range of excellent learning experiences and opportunities, sporting, musical and creative pursuits, the students are encouraged to explore, discover and expand their personal talents and

Back Creek Café The Meredith Back Creek Café experience is another important extension of the Back Creek farm experience. Students are encouraged to explore the relationship between the food and produce we grow in the paddocks through to the presentation of the meals onto the plate. This important focus gives the students a real life understanding of how the food cycle works.

The students will also gain valuable customer relation skills as they learn how to best serve their customers. These food handling skills and formal training which enables the students to receive a food handling certificate, will prepare our students to deal with people, understand the principles of retailing, money management, hygiene, stock and merchandising, marketing and very importantly the offering of quality service.

individual interests. Real education is not one dimensional.

One of our key programmes Christian College offers is the Year 9 Back Creek Rural Experience! This is no ordinary camp, it is no ordinary farm and the whole experience is far from being ordinary. Back Creek is a

The Back Creek Café will be open for service at the beginning of Term 2.

Corner of Staughton Street and the Midland Highway, Meredith

fully operational working commercial dairy, sheep and beef farm where students spend valuable time learning to deal with the many challenges of living and working together through a real life experience. Learning to take responsibility is the challenge!

Working out the Coffee Machine

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Students excited for the cafe to get started with manager Jodie

Students working hard to get the Cafe in tip-top shape before opening

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Immersing in Japanese Culture Enjoying traditional Japanese cuisine- Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki in Hiroshima .

We left Christian College on Saturday November 29th 2014, bound for

war and importance of world peace.

Tullamarine Airport and the start of our Japanese adventure. The study

The last part of our sightseeing involved staying on the island of

tour comprised 27 Year 10 and 11 students, Mr Daryl Riddle, Mr Scott

Miyajima, close to Hiroshima. Miyajima is a sacred island and has many

Ellis, Mrs Carol Milton-Garner, Mr Yuji Nakayama, Mr Cassidy Hurrell and

temples and shrines including the World Heritage Itsukushimajinja.

the President of the Christian College International Association Mrs Fay

We stayed in a traditional Japanese ryokan and we enjoyed a traditional

Haywood.

evening banquet where we all wore yukata and many students enjoyed the onsen (hot spring bath) and a traditional Japanese banquet meal

We travelled to Oosaka via Singapore Changi Airport and arrived in

together. It was a very traditional, peaceful experience.

Oosaka on the morning of Sunday November 30th. We travelled by

The last part of our travels by train enabled us to reach our final

bus to Kyoto and students enjoyed visiting the Kyoto station building and the Gion district of Kyoto- the area where the movie “Memoirs of a Geisha” was filmed. The next day was spent enjoying a 1 day sightseeing tour of Kyoto and we visited Ryoanji rock garden, Kinkakuji – the golden pavilion, Nijojo castle and Kiyomizudera temple and the surrounding streets. Students and staff enjoyed historic Kyoto and purchased many traditional souvenirs including swords and Yukata- summer kimono.

Tuesday 2nd December was spent at Universal studios Japan in Oosaka and this theme park was very popular with all students which included Harry Potter world.

destination- Naga High School, in Iwade, Wakayama Prefecture on Friday 5th December. We were greeted at Naga High School by our host families and we commenced our 10 day home stay experience.

We participated in Naga High School classes, visited a local Primary School, participated in a visit to Nara and the Todaiji Temple, observed and participated in Karate, Judo, Kendo, a tea ceremony, Koto, Shamisen, Shodo-calligraphy and PE classes and also enjoyed a traditional taiko drumming concert. Staff and students were present at a school assembly commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Naga High School International association. We also performed some

We travelled from Kyoto to Hiroshima by bullet train (the Shinkansen)

Australian songs and dances at assemblies and also at the Farewell

and spent an unforgettable afternoon at the Peace Park where we laid

Party. We were met excitedly at Naga High school by our 3 long term

1000 cranes near Sadako’s statue and also visited the Atomic bomb

exchange students: Hayley Gough, Hannah Sleeman and Xavier

museum and dome. The staff and students reflected on the futility of

Andueza-Mossop.

Xavier and Matthew Andueza-Mossop dressed in traditional samurai armour at Wakayama Castle

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Year11 students meeting some beautiful Japanese girls dressed in traditional kimono at temple in the Gion district of Kyoto

The whole group dressed in yukata in the banquet hall at the ryokan in Miyajima

Immersing in Japanese Culture con’t...

in fluent Japanese and also assisted with the co-ordination of our study

This is the 22nd year of the exchange program between Naga High

tour. This year, Emily has commenced university studies in Melbourne to

School and we are very appreciative of the warm welcome and kindness

continue her passion for the Japanese language.

we received everywhere in Japan and particularly at Naga High School.

Naga High School staff, students and families were incredibly hospitable

We look forward to many more years of exchange between our schools

and during the 11 day visit to Naga High School, students and staff were

and countries.

able to experience many aspects of Japanese culture and school life.

The study tour was an unforgettable experience for all members of the

‘With firm friendships comes understanding, through

group and many students were very sad leaving Naga High School and

understanding comes tolerance, with tolerance and

their host family to return to Australia on Wednesday 17th December.

understanding we have PEACE’

months in the English department at Naga High school. Hayley,

Student Reflection…

Carol Milton-Garner

Hannah and Xavier participated in Naga High school classes,

“I could not be more thankful for being given the opportunity to go on this trip

the English club and a variety of clubs including calligraphy, tea

and come back with so many significant memories that will never leave me.”

These students were completing a 4 month exchange and had become an integral part of student life at our sister school. We were also delighted to catch up with an ex Christian College student, Emily Carpenter, who has worked as a language assistant for 6

Director of Teaching and Learning – LOTE

ceremony and karate. Emily assisted in many English classes and with the English club, and was a highly valued member of the International Division. During our visit Emily made several speeches

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“I really enjoyed this trip and the opportunity it gave me to enhance my language skills and immerse myself in Japanese culture.”

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Viqueque Kinder Teachers in Training Kindergarten teachers, Lucia and Paulina from Viqueque, training at Christian College

the refurbishment of the building to accommodate three kinder rooms (79 children enrolled for 2015!) and two teaching rooms. One room is for English classes and the other room is for computer classes.

There is a terrific team of dedicated workers at

Lucia and Paulina with the East Timorese Kinder children

Packing a suitcase is usually an exciting proposition.

It was exceptionally exciting for Paulina, one of the kindergarten volunteers at the Christian College kinder in Viqueque, Timor Leste, because she had never travelled outside her district, let alone her country. So equipped with a new passport and visa, she accompanied Lucia, one of the teachers at the same kinder, to Geelong at the start of the 2015 academic year. The purpose of the visit for the Timorese teachers was to undergo further professional development and training at Williams House Kindergarten, Christian College. Lucia had been part of a similar program in 2011, and now is a leader teacher. The staff at Williams House have been mentoring Paulina and Lucia in Term 1.

the Friendship House who have taken on the

Christian College has made a commitment to the Viqueque village for another 10 years, following a successful relationship since 2003. The Friendship House that has undergone various internal transformations over the years is a vibrant hub in the community. Christian College staff have supported

on using the classroom and local curriculum to

responsibility of organising their own space and resources to serve the community. English speaking and listening ability, as well as computer skills, are highly sought after by the local youth. They rightly see it as a potential key to a broader and brighter future. Christian College is blessed to be able to offer assistance in the way of supplying laptops as they become available to support the programs being implemented by the local staff there.

More specifically, during the Easter holidays, a group of Christian College teachers will visit Viqueque and deliver an educational conference to the teachers of the district. They will address teachers from Kindergartens through to Senior Schools, focusing deliver messages about healthy, hygienic practices around everyday living. The simple things we take for granted, such as regular teeth cleaning, selecting nutritious foods to eat and washing hands after toileting and before eating, will be emphasised.

Lucia in her element at Williams House Kinder

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Paulina and Lucia on the Year 7 Cave Hill camp

Viqueque Kinder Teachers in Training (con’t...)

Even this last point is easy to say and teach, but when most of the schools do not have access to water and working toilets, it is difficult to make it practical in all settings in Timor Leste.

Paulina enjoying being involved with the children

experience, the Christian College teachers are finding it hugely helpful to

story books (written in Tetum) in order to support the kinder program

workshop ideas with Lucia and Paulina before they go to Timor. And of

in Viqueque. It is an exciting transition to witness these developments

course the intention is for the Timorese teachers to benefit from some fresh

in the educational journey of the next generation of Timorese children.

ideas of how to present their curriculum, plus learn about hygienic lifestyle

The ‘proof in the pudding’ of how the Christian College kinder kids have

choices and practices. Healthy people mean healthy communities!

benefited so far, was the fact that they are usually the ones receiving

In Term 2, kinder teacher Venancia and another volunteer, Deolinda,

academic awards in the ensuing years at Primary school.

will take Lucia and Paulina’s place in the training at Williams House.

Through personal contact after numerous visits over the years, teachers

In addition to the Geelong based training, all of the teachers and volunteers working in the kinder at the Friendship House are

and maintenance staff from Christian College, have developed deep and lasting friendships. The question most asked by our Timorese

The Geelong teachers have been busy planning course work for

undergoing kinder training in Dili over the period of a year. The focus of

the conference. In particular, the teachers preparing the kinder

this course is to demonstrate how to effectively use a picture story book

component of the conference have collaborated with Lucia and

with a group of 3-5 year old children. Again, something we take for

Paulina during the term so as to make the content as useful and

granted: that teachers and children know how to handle and use a book

meaningful as possible. The temptation of some might be to prepare

in an educational setting. That is still a new concept in Timor Leste. Most

WHAT WE THINK would be suitable, whereas the best practice is

people have never had the privilege of holding and reading a book, or

Deb Singleton

to ASK WHAT IS NEEDED. By sponsoring the teachers in their work

being read to. Christian College has purchased sets of beautiful picture

Viqueque Liason Director

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friends as we leave is, “When will you come back?” followed by, “Don’t forget us!” The name of Christian College, or simply Geelong, reverberates fondly around the Viqueque community. It is a wonderful place to return to and pick up from where a previous trip finished off.

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Where Are They Now?

Residing in Torquay, 2001 graduate Lucas Bartlett has gone onto great

Lucas Bartlett, Class of 2001

With Lucas’ love for surfing, he is blessed through his job to be involved in

things since attending Christian College.

Involved in the ‘Christian Surfers Australia’ movement, Lucas is the Regional Coordinator for Victoria and Tasmania. This role gives him the ‘opportunity to spend time with wonderful people across the two states, helping support them in showing God’s love to their surfing communities.’

camps, contests and conferences and also to surf at some incredible places too!

Since graduating, Lucas has travelled to many amazing surfing destinations including a long list of islands in Indonesia and Hawaii. As a talented musician, Lucas has also released several albums over the years and performed around Australia and other parts of the world.

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Lucas started with Christian College in Year 12 having moved to the coast with a friend’s family after his father passed away from cancer. Lucas says ‘The staff and students of Christian College went out of their way to ensure I was welcomed as one of their own’. Despite the circumstances surrounding his move, Lucas describes his time there as his ‘best schooling experience to date! The teachers were wonderful encouragers of my creativity, love for people and the outdoors and have shaped a lot of who I am today.’

Lucas returned as a staff member from 2003-2006 as a Youth Worker at the Senior School and describes this time as his ‘foundation’ into working in ministry that he has continued since.

Looking back on his time at Christian College, Lucas says ‘The College community has a great culture of faith but also allows for students to decide their own path and to develop their own relationship with God. Christian College was the gift to me that has kept on giving’.

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Year 2 students getting presented with their Storybook Bibles at a Junior School Assembly

Year 2 students excited to receive their Stroybook Bibles

The Storybook Bible The Bible is the most amazing story ever told. This is because it is about God, it is about us, it is about the world, and it is true. It is an historical and spiritual story!

However, the big problem is that it can be hard to read, tough to get into. Consequently, the Bible can tend to gather dust on the shelf.

At Christian College we have always given students the Bible. However, this year we are investing more. In 2015 we are presenting our Year 2 and 3 students with ‘The Jesus Storybook Bible’ (JSB).

The JSB is regarded as the best children’s bible in the world. Fantastic illustration combines with one unified story that flows through the entire book.

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Check out the way the JSB starts; “There are lots of stories in the Bible, but all the stories are telling one Big Story. The Story of how God loves his children and comes to rescue them. It takes the whole Bible to tell this Story. And at the center of the Story, there is a baby. Every Story in the Bible whispers his name…this is no ordinary baby. This is the Child upon whom everything would depend. This is the Child who would one day – but wait. Our Story starts where all good stories start. Right at the very beginning…”

Intriguing and inviting!

We want all children to be intrigued and invited into God’s BIG Story. So, we are giving students an ‘age appropriate’ bible they will love and want to read at school and home with you. An added bonus, their Christian Education curriculum will also use this new bible.

Stephen Brown Director of Teaching and Learning – Christian Education

Do not fear. We are still planning on giving each student the Christian College Bible with the College emblem on the front when they reach Year 5. At that age they are ready to read the grown up version.

Age appropriate bibles achieve two things. First, a fascination and interest in God’s word. Second, improved literacy as they read a bible designed just for them.

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Beauty and the Beast Production Relive the romance and magic of the ‘tale as old as time’ as Christian College Geelong brings the heartwarming tale of Belle and the Beast to life. With its colourful costumes and gorgeous scenery— and the songs you have come to love, you will be swept away all over again!

3 Performances at the GPAC Playhouse: • Friday 24th April 7:30pm • Saturday 25th April 12:30pm • Saturday 25th April 5pm Tickets Prices: Adults $35 Concession & Students $25 Children (under 12) $15

Whole School Photo As part of the 35 year celebration of Christian College Geelong, we will be capturing a ‘Whole School Photo’ on Monday 4th May. This will see all 2000+ students from Kindergarten to Year 12, along with 250+ staff across all campuses being photographed over six sittings, then combined into one impressive photo that will mark this important time in the life of our College.

Please note this date in your diary!

More detailed information regarding the running of the day will be communicated to you in the coming weeks.

Tickets are ON SALE NOW and can be purchased through the GPAC Box Office or online.

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Williams House Kindergarten

Middle School, Highton

39 Broughton Drive, Belmont 3216 Tel. 03 5241 3556

18 Burdekin Rd, Highton 3216

Junior School, Belmont

Senior School, Waurn Ponds

39 Broughton Drive, Belmont 3216 Tel. 03 5241 1565

135 Pigdon’s Road, Waurn Ponds 3216

Bellarine Campus, Drysdale

‘Villa Paloma’ Arts/Technology Centre

40 Collins Street, Drysdale 3222

25 Waurn Ponds Drive, Waurn Ponds 3216

Tel. 03 5253 2998

Tel. 03 5241 8844

Tel. 03 5241 1899

Tel. 03 5241 1577

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