Journal Issue 5 2018 by Paul Barnes

December 2018 Issue five

JOURNAL

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 is an amazing prophecy about the coming of Jesus into our world…. The intervention that changed the course of history for all of humanity. It is this expression of God’s love for every

one of us that we seek to honour in our daily lives as we serve at Bethlehem College. One of the tasks we have worked on this year is a new Strategic Plan. We are presently designing a Map to communicate the various elements of the plan. The hub of the new plan is the 4Hs, namely Heart, Head, Hands and Habits.

The Heart Te Ngākau

The Head Te Hinengaro

The Hands – Ngā Ringa

The Habits – Ngā hangahanga

The Heart - Te Ngākau • Prov 4:23 Above all else, guard your heart for everything you do flows from it. • Deut 6:5 Love the Lord your God with all your heart. • 1 Sam 16:7 Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart. • Psalm 51:10 Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. • Ezek 36:26 I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you. I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh

To be you

To know one’s unique identity in Christ, to know one’s worth, gifts and talents.

To be Christ-like

To demonstrate Godly characteristics, to show resilience, humility, perseverance, passion and joy, to trust and obey.

To be connected

To grow in love of God, to love one another, to respect diversity, to show kindness, to collaborate, to contribute, to nurture good friendships.

The Head - Te Hinengaro • Rom 12:2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is, His good, pleasing and perfect will. • Matt 22:37 Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. • 1 Cor 14:20 Stop thinking like children. In regard to evil be infants, but in your thinking be adults. • Matt 10:16 ...be as shrewd as snakes but as innocent as doves. • 1 Cor 8:1 Knowledge puffs up while love builds up. • 2 Peter 1:5 ...make every effort to add to your faith goodness, and to goodness, knowledge. • 2 Cor 10:5 Take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. • 1 Peter 3:15 Always be ready to make your defense [apologia, a reasoned defense] to anyone who demands from you an account for the hope that is in you.

To be curious

To ask questions, to see God’s handiwork, to inquire, to grapple with complexity, to observe, to understand, to interpret, to wonder.

To be wise

To seek, to examine, to reflect, to know and apply God’s truth in order to discern what is right, to be teachable.

To be redemptive

To be courageous, to seek solutions, to restore, to transform, to be a change maker for good and for God.

The Hands – Ngā Ringa • Col 3: 23-24 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. • Mic 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. • Phil 2:3-4 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, looking not only to your own interests but each of you to the interests of others. • Matt 22:37-39 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest. And the second is to love your neighbour as yourself.

To hold

To have a conviction that you are called to serve with a heart of gratitude, to work out your faith as a disciple of Jesus.

To serve

To work faithfully, as a steward of the gifts, abilities and talents that God has given you, to show manaakitanga, and to bless others.

To lead

To exhibit courage, humility, vulnerability and selflessness in modelling servanthood to others.

The Habits – Ngā hangahanga • Deut 6:6-7 These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. • Rom 12:9-13 Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honour one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervour, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practise hospitality. • 1 John 4:16 We know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him.

To reflect

To take time, to be still, to be alone, to contemplate, to connect with God, and others.

To pray

To have conversations with God that focus on God’s nature, our need of Him, our thankfulness and our requests.

To read

To study, memorise, meditate on, and apply God’s word.

We are excited about the 4Hs as they articulate many attributes to foster in our children. These statements are aspirational, pointing towards the development of hearts that are turned

towards God, heads that know and discern, hands that serve as a continual act of worship and habits that keep us in God’s will. Each year, an Annual Plan will come out of the 4Hs along with

student profiles that are being built for BC Chapman, BC Primary and BC Secondary.

years) , Dave Dyer (23 Years), Shane Reade (15 years), Barbara Mudge (17 years) and John Mudge (22 years).

Another significant development for 2019 is the Kahui Ako (the Community of Learning = COL). Bethlehem College is in a consortium of Christian Schools / Preschools in the BOP and the Waikato regions. We will launch the COL on January 29th with all schools, preschools and BTI being represented. Two of our staff will be working across these schools next year (Sue Baker and Hayley George) and ten of our staff will have within school roles associated with the COL. The main objective at this stage is to increase understanding of Service Learning and Cultural Inclusiveness and build these practices into our pedagogy.

We are very grateful for the faithful service these people have given to God in their work in this place. Some have been here for many years and made a huge impact in the lives of many young people. Kia ora.

We also have a number of new staff in the schools next year. I have listed the appointments below: A number of staff are leaving at the end of this year and include: BCC: Tracey Dillner BCP: Miriam Hadfield, Rebecca Cowman, Nikola Patrick, Gemma Tong and Leith Thompson BCS: Dave Medley, Mal Brady, Ari Baker, Rene Sjardin (12 years), Mohini Bhan (17

BC CHAPMAN • Wendy Schwartfeger: Y4-6

At the Senior Academic Prize Giving this year the Dux was awarded to Daniel Cossey, Proxime Accessit to Mia Pugh and the Principal’s Cup to Billy Hanna. New head students were also announced, namely Rebecca Bridgman (HG), Misha Nesbitt (HB), Isabella Johansson (DHG) and Luca Dehmer (DHB). This is the last journal for 2018. I thank Catherine Hugo who compiles and edits this publication, along with all who regularly contribute to it. I thank you all for your continued support of the College and hope that you have a blessed and restful holiday period. ‘May you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope, the spirit of Christmas which is peace and the heart of Christmas which is love,’ (Ada V Hendricks) Shalom Eoin Crosbie

BC PRIMARY • Jenny Hodgkinson: ESOL • Cherie Whitwell: Counsellor • Brittany Wong: Y5-6

BC SECONDARY • Rachel Colby: Y8 • Rossana Fredrickson: Y9 • Simon Hayward: Y9 • Wayne Lambert: Y7 • James McLean: Y9 • Emma Nielson: Y7 • Jo Anne Northern: Y8 • Michael Shadbolt: Mathematics • Carina Steinmann: Y8 • James Williams: Head of Performance Music

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INTERNATIONAL honoured were Moe Hamajima (winner of the International Student Cup) and Simon Kim (winner of the International Sportsperson Cup). For those senior international students not taking NCEA examinations, Term 4 includes an opportunity to participate in our â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Special Programmeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. This is a 4 week programme of kiwi experiences that include highlights such as, learning to surf, visiting White Island, white water rafting and many other adventures. It is a great opportunity for some of our students to relax, cement the friendships they have made during the year, and to see a bit more of what New Zealand has to offer before they depart for home.

As the year draws to a close, it is gratifying to reflect on the wide variety of student achievement and growth over the past 10 months or so. Around 80 international students have experienced, and added to, the special nature of the Bethlehem College whanau. Term 4 provides an opportunity for students to prepare for examinations, but also to participate in a variety of end-ofyear activities and traditions. For our international school leavers, it is a valuable time to reflect on what has been a special time in their lives. This is never more evident than during the Leavers Assembly and the Guard of Honour. In terms of student success, a number of international students were recognised for success in their subject areas at the school prize giving. Among those

One of the sad aspects of coming to the end of the year is saying goodbye to staff. This year we salute and farewell two special staff members. René Sjardin and Gemma Tong. René has been the Pastoral Dean for our Year 7-9 students and has done a wonderful job of watching over them as they navigate the challenges and joys of middle school in a foreign country. Gemma has been a ‘tour de force’ as the ESOL teacher for our primary students. Her students,

bounding excitedly up the stairs to attend her classes, are always a highlight of the day. We wish them both well as they move on to new and exciting opportunities. We thank our International Student Captains, Clara Duvivier and Simon Kim for their leadership of our students this year. They, along with their team (Tian Lan, Ngam Boonkleang and Moe Hamajima) have done a fantastic job of leading, encouraging and organising the students this year. We will miss them and those other leavers immensely. Most of our returning and new students for 2019 are confirmed, and we are looking forward to welcoming them into our Bethlehem College and International whanau soon. In the meantime, we pray that your Christmas Holidays will be full of fun, family and an ever-deepening understanding of the love of Christ for you. Hei konā Ilati Vukona

BETHLEHEM COLLEGE CHAPMAN

BC Chapman’s Got Talent Nadi Cooper, Tara Isaacs and Leva Faletau organized this first time Talent Quest with such flair! Talent was uncovered, applause was raucously encouraging and fun and laughter rang loudly! From the gregarious compares, Daniel Taljaard and Micah ‘Alofi to the Sound Desk Technicians Jason, Aleshia and Tara, the show rocked along smoothly and was entertaining from beginning to end. Flown in especially for this occasion, Mrs Anelda Venter from South Africa and Mrs Sylvia Edwin from Malaysia were faced with undeniable stage presence and variety of talent. They deliberated at length over the Winning Performances before announcing that our 2018 Winners were Laura Haddon & Nadia Cooper who sang the sweetest duet, Second place to Soloist Micah Moore and Third Place was taken by the up and coming Rap Artist Jesse Mutton. A new ‘Boy Band’- Ben Jones, Jayden Boyd and Manu Paletu’a and dancer

Ettiene van Wyk were discovered. Acasha Davis and Sofia Muliaga danced to the harmonious vocals of Tihanna Baker and Nikki-Ariki WharepapaNielson and brought tears to our eyes. Claudia Strever, Kingdym Pitman, Lauren Shrimpton and Pete Chaderopa are now chasing Musical Contracts with their Solo Vocal and Commercial sound. Indeed, well done to our amazing young leaders who seized an idea, planned and made this event happen! We LOVED it!

Bethlehem College Chapman Athletics at Bethlehem College Thursday 29th November This was another first time ever for us as we mobilized our entire BCC school whanau (30 cars later) and headed to Tauranga for our BCC House Athletics Competition. The Competition was ON! The day dawned, the sun shone brightly, the excitement and anticipation were HIGH! Being able to go to Bethlehem College where the Grounds are set up for Athletics WAS such an incredible blessing and opportunity. Normally we

walk the entire school, 500 metres to the Council Field around the corner opposite Rotorua Boys College. We take pot luck with the presence of the Public as they wander through the field on their way to the central city, the length of the grass, the holes in the ground, and what might have been dropped on the field that we missed from the 7am check we did prior to setting up. We guess the length of the races, place endless cones strategically, for the start and conclusion of events and use trees as markers for some of the longer events. We compete with the noise of heavy traffic as it is right beside major road intersections so hearing yourself think, let alone Marshall children, is a challenge. We walk back to school, eat Morning tea and begin the rotation of our Field Events. To come to beautifully manicured, professionally marked and immaculately kept BC grounds WAS PURE LUXURY! The BC Property Team DO an INCREDIBLE job reflective of their faithfulness! The grounds are STUNNING! We felt so grateful for ALL the endless work behind the scenes that make them what they are. Sarah and Jane, from the BC PE/Sports Department and wonderful BC Junior Secondary Sports Leaders gave their expertise and time and ran the entire Athletics program events for us. There was tremendous BCC whanau parental support with much cheering and encouragement from the spectator crowd! We had a MARVELLOUS day! 30 carloads of young people travelled excitedly over to Tauranga that morning and returned happily exhausted that afternoon! BC, you made our day!

Works of Wondrous Visual Art-Room 3 Room 3 young artists studied Pointalism and Huntervasser styles of Art. They produced magnificent original creations which were displayed in their classroom viewing. Soon, we may have to pay an Entry fee to view them in an exclusive

Art Gallery such as the Louvre in Paris. So, while it was free or school and community whanau grabbed the opportunity to be inspired.

Leaver’s Dinner We held our Year 8 Leaver’s Dinner on Monday evening 10th December. Parents, siblings and friends attended and we had around 80 present. It was a time of their expressing their gratitude for their journey at BC Chapman. Mrs Lisa ‘Alofi and Mr Philip Brown spoke to each young person affirming who they are, the gifts and talents they have and the growth they have seen in them. It was an extremely precious and emotional evening with laughter, tears, love, thankfulness and the sharing of delicious food. The ‘photo booth’ captured connection and relationship both of which go beyond this place. We continue to believe in, support and trust God that these precious ones will live faithfully for their audience of ONE!

Spring Fair Extravaganza Our bi-annual Spring Fair, held on Friday evening of 16th November was an incredible reflection of our BCC community! Out of the woodwork came all kinds of talents we had no idea we possessed, including Mr Brown’s gifting in folding 250 Umu meal boxes once they were filled. People from all different walks of life, ages, stages and locations, spoke, made comments on Facebook, or emailed in their thoughts. The consistent message in a nutshell was “We experienced such a tight and loving community!’ We could not have wished nor asked for more. The delight on child and adult faces alike, the engagement in activities and the compliments on the quality of crafts, food and baking was music to our ears. The wider Rotorua community came and joined the fun and the atmosphere was a buzz of excitement permeated by a sense of joy.

Mrs Rebecca Shrimpton, the leader of our PTA, without a doubt is a SUPER STAR! Anelda Venter, Juan Nieuwoudt, Tony Shrimpton, Tanya Taljaard, Pastor Jon, Jesse Parker, Vivienne Parker, Deb Belworthy, Cheney Goodchild…..our incredible PTA members took endless hours and supported our students and

staff to make our entire community hum resulting in a true Spring Fair Extravaganza!

Room 1 Comvita Trip to Paengaroa Room 1 cutie pies visited Comvita at Paengaroa and were ‘awed’ by the fascinating Comvita.

PRIMARY REPORT IN ALL CASES, OUR GOAL HAS BEEN TO DEVELOP A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF THE MESSAGES THAT GOD WOULD HAVE US LEARN THROUGH THE STORY.

Throughout Term 4, classes have been delving into the parable of the Lost Son. Students have had the opportunity to develop their understanding of this text in many different ways. Some have retold the story using drama, movie-making, writing and through puppets. Some have made connections between aspects of the story and other learning happening in their classes. In all cases, our goal has

been to develop a deeper understanding of the messages that God would have us learn through the story. While there are opportunities to think about the concepts of wealth, trustworthiness, relationships, cultures and celebrations, ultimately the key message is one of restoration with God the Father.

ATHLETICS Term 4 is traditionally loaded with athletics fun, and this year has been no exception. It has been very exciting to see the BC Athletics Club launched this term. This newly formed club has been operating on Wednesday lunchtimes and has seen children ranging from Year 1 to Year 6 developing their athletics skills. Thanks to the many wonderful parents involved in leading this. A special mention to Andy Bartrum and the Sports Office team for leading the way. The Primary school has four significant athletics events running over four weeks. We began with the Year 3-4 events, followed by the Year 5-6 events. Those senior students who qualify at school

level then go on to represent Bethlehem College at the North Cluster competition. The level of ability really goes up a level at this event, which is run at BC and is organised by Jane Wilson-Fouracre from the Sports Office. Those students who qualify from this event then go on to represent the cluster at the WBOP event. BC certainly has some talented athletes and it is great to see this being demonstrated across all age levels.

Cool Bananas Christmas Show Each year, the Cool Bananas team present a Christmas Show to schools and churches around the Bay of Plenty. This year, they are presenting over 50 shows. As part of the show, children from the school get selected to carry out a range of acting roles. The show is always a lot of fun and clearly retells the Christmas story.

Dynamo Sports Leaders It has been great seeing our Dynamo Sports Leaders out and about at lunchtimes this term. Each day, a group of senior primary students set up activities or games for others to come and join in on. This might include a game of football, ball games on the courts or seaweed. This group of Dynamos set up swing ball sets for children to come and play with. Thanks team, for serving others in this way.

Junior Showcase Dance, song, drama and music were all on display at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Junior Showcase. Held in the Performing Arts Centre, our Year 1 and 2 students had the opportunity to share their talents and passions with the School.

C4 Giving Back Over the past couple of terms, C4 have been engaging in an inquiry into the impact of rubbish in our School and community environment. The inquiry was inspired by a visit to the Forest Discovery Programme. As a result, the class has looked for ways of leading change around BC. They have done this by creating videos, animations, advertising designed to motivate children to put rubbish in the bins and making of Bees Wax Wraps to support litter-free lunch boxes. The class also invited Van Taylor from Forest Discovery into School. The class recognised that the inspiration for their learning was the passion and knowledge that he shared with them. So, they decided that the profit made from selling their Bees Wax Wraps should be donated to the Forest Discovery Programme. The class presented him with a cheque for $250.

Bay Mathematics Challenge Each year, teams from around the Bay of Plenty come together to compete in the Bay Maths Competition. This year, our primary school sent two teams to compete alongside 51 other schools in a competition that saw students engaging in a range of mathematical problem-solving questions. It was a great celebration and fun night to be part of.

Kapa Haka It has been a busy term for our Kapa Haka group with a number of key events on the calendar. The group have been part of welcoming visiting groups to Bethlehem College. Alongside this, the Primary team have also performed at Te Rā Rēhia Kapa Haka festival, and combined with the secondary groups to host a ‘Performance Dinner’ here at BC. It was wonderful to see our secondary and primary students working together to bring this cultural feast to the community. Well done to all students involved, and thanks to all the teachers who have been so committed to these teams throughout the year.

MADE Awards Success Josiah from E2 recently entered the MADE Awards (Media and Digital Excellence Awards) in the Graphic Design category. For Josiah, it was important to target Cyber Bullying because children use devices regularly, play online video games like Roblox and communicate through messaging

Year 1 and Year 2 Triathlon It is one of the most popular events on the BC Primary calendar. In Week 6, the Year 1-2 teams put on their annual Triathlon and Aquathon. This is such a fun event, and it was brilliant to see so many parents and family members coming out to support our budding triathletes!

systems like iMessage. Josiah’s objective was to ensure people understand that Cyber Bullying (unkind things that are written online) can be just as hurtful as Physical Bullying. “They are just the same, one is made out of ‘Ones and Zeroes’ and the other is made out of Atoms.” Josiah.

Crew 2 Breakfast Our fantastic Year 2 team held an early morning family breakfast this term. Each family was encouraged to bring along a breakfast to share that is special to

their culture or family. Thanks to all the parents who came along and supported this lovely community time.

Kids for Kids Choir This term our Year 3-6 choir took part in the Kids for Kids concert at ASB Arena. This wonderful combined school choir event is sponsored by World Vision and led by Jackie Clarke and Nathan King, and supported by two musical directors Chris and Brooke. Our students performed really well and had a wonderful time too! Thanks to Mrs Borrows and Mrs West for helping making this night happen!

Year 3 & 4 Celebration Lunch This term the Year 3 and 4 teams have been learning about different countries. Part of this learning has been focusing on the diversity we find in different cultures and the different ways in which these cultures celebrate. As part of this learning, the team arranged a shared lunch where children were able to dress in cultural dress and share food from around the world.

WAIMARINO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; YEAR 6 CELEBRATION

BC Orienteering Team The BC Primary Orienteering team competing at the WBOP competition.

SECONDARY REPORT THE IMPERATIVE IS TO MAKE DISCIPLES. IN EVERY WAY WE SERVE, WE INTENTIONALLY MAKE DISCIPLES BOTH IN CLASS AND OUT OF CLASS IN EVERY ASPECT OF OUR GOD-GIFTED MINISTRY.

MADE Awards Recently two students from Year 7 and seven students from Year 8 were finalists in the MADE awards. This was a nationwide competition which provides an opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and technical skills through a range of categories from photography, to documentary making and commercials. This year, there were over 400 entries from 30 schools in New Zealand. On Friday November 17th, these students along with their families were invited to the awards night at Baycourt. All the Year 7 and 8 student finalists won placings on the night. Year 8 students Jemima Thomas, Aneda van Hearden, Chloe Parker and Joanna

Sharp came third for their documentary. Lillyana Guy, Cecillia Yang and Nina Thurnell came second in the same category. Year 7 students Belle Ramsey and Lawson Greenway both won their respective categories - Belle for her Photographic Essay and Lawson for his documentary. A judge from the Weta Workshop also commended Lawsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entry, which was based on his transition as a blind student from Primary to Junior Secondary. This was a great achievement for all these students. Monique Roser

The Police Course Last term, four Bethlehem College Year 8 students went to the Police Challenge Course. We arrived at the Queen Elizabeth Action Centre under the careful watch of Mr. Lambert and Mrs. Russell. The Action Centre was set up like a Police obstacle course with different stations for various activities, including a Crime Scene Investigation, Finger Print Puzzle, Memory Test, Riddles, Hidden Key Handcuff challenge and the main obstacle course. The first activity we took part in was the Crime Scene Investigation. We were taken into a small room which looked like a kitchen. We had to identify and list the objects and surfaces that may have contained DNA. We also had to try and work out how the criminal entered and exited the crime scene. Our favourite challenge was the obstacle course. First, the girls jumped

into a trailer and picked up a tyre, which the boys carried down to a square of carpet. Once it was placed, we all bolted for a 200 meter run around the edge of the course. We jumped one at a time onto a beam and jumped off the end, landing with both feet. Once everyone had jumped off, we all did a running jump over a square of carpet, vaulted over a low, metal hurdle and sprinted around cones to then slide under a bar. We jumped through a window and lifted ourselves over a seven foot wall. Then, as the girls supported, the boys dragged a sack down a ten meter track. We climbed over a ten foot wall of chicken wire and ran as a team the last twenty meters to the end. This was a great experience for us all and helped develop our co-operative skills. It was a fun and challenging day. By Lani Fraser

LEAVER’S DAY Gavin Hodges facilitated a day of reflection for the Year 13 students as they reached the last day of their schooling. To be spiritually and emotionally ready to transition into the next stage of their life journey, it is important for students to have closure and close off the past in order to welcome the new. During the day, students had the opportunity to remember, to share stories and to thank people. There was a strong sense of belonging to the BC family. Some shared how being at BC nurtured their faith and strengthened their relationship with God. Students who were at BC in Year 7 had the opportunity to open the time capsules they made for themselves back in 2012. There were laughter and tears, gratitude and grief and an acknowledgment that this day marked the end of their individual and collective journey. This time of reflection was followed by the leavers’ assembly where the

whole BC community came together to celebrate, bless and honour this Year 13 year group. The Year 12’s singing a song, and the school performing the Haka, are important aspects of this transition process and has become a special tradition at BC. The Guard of Honour is the final symbolic act of closure in their school journey. The students leave from the Event Centre, and walk down The Way, to be met by their parents and whanau at the chapel. As the students walk down The Way, they are honoured by all the members of the wider BC community from Primary School students to Senior Secondary, from teachers to teacher aides and support staff. Symbolically, as a BC community, we let them go into this next stage of their lives as they walk into their futures. We say: “We believe in you. Go with God into your future with confidence that God loves you and has a purpose for you in this world”. We trust that their lives are transformed as they leave the BC learning community behind.

Leavers Dinner This year, we held the Leavers dinner at the Trustpower Arena in a beautifully decorated venue. The young adults, who had just finished their final NCEA examinations, dressed up for this special evening, and along with their parents and teachers, enjoyed a scrumptious meal. Yet, this evening was not about the centerpieces, the flower arrangements, the pretty dresses or the delicious food, but all about fellowship. Table fellowship was an integral part of Jesus’ ministry. He frequently used the occasion of a meal to create fellowship with people. Coming together in the same space to share a meal, speaks of a common bond and unified community. Throughout the Bible, mealtimes were a time of great celebration and joy. This was the same for us as we came together to enjoy the leavers' dinner. Together we celebrated 13 years of schooling. Each student received a leavers’ certificate printed with a unique Bible verse, specifically chosen for each individual by their teachers. As the students walked over the stage to receive their certificates, we showed a photo of each student when they were five. This is a special tradition that creates much amusement. We also watch videos showing the fun events the year group were involved in

The Y9 BMAC Camp Experience After an eventful bus ride, Year 9 students arrived at the scenic Blue Mountain Adventure Centre (BMAC) camp; little did they know that this camp was one they would never forget. Students began their stay by participating in various team-building activities; including trust games, problem solving exercises and tasks to test and improve their collaboration abilities. These activities were a fun icebreaker to help ease students into the camp, and allow the instructors to get to know the students. Over the

throughout this year. Jesus table fellowship was also a time for teaching and imparting wisdom. The head students of 2017, Joshua Kingsbury and Hannah Hockly, returned to share the experiences of their first year beyond BC with the students and to offer the Year 13’s valuable advice and words of wisdom. Joshua encouraged them to stay in contact with their BC friends as they have a special bond through shared experiences. Hannah talked about ‘comparison being the thief of joy’ and encouraged them not to compare their experiences with what their friends post on their social media. Students also shared their plans for the future. Jesus taught about the Kingdom of God during mealtimes. The Last Supper was looking back to what Christ had done and looking forward to the consummation of the Kingdom. The leaver’s dinner is in one sense ‘looking back’ one last time to ‘break bread’, celebrate, give advice and honour, before ‘looking forward’ and sending the students on their way. This is the final part of the process of helping students to bring closure to one area of their lives before embarking on the next step of their life journey.

next few days, students participated in other exhilarating activities such as high ropes, caving, rafting and the great hike. However, over the course of the week, many card games and silent soccer sessions took place, filling the lounge with bursts of laughter and cheer. All students thoroughly enjoyed the crazy antics that took place after 6pm, with many card masters battling for the title of president. Yet another riveting experience that BMAC camp provides is the opportunity to explore the twisting caves of Okupata. Crawling between the limestone walls and watching the mesmerising glow-worm displays was definitely a once in a lifetime opportunity that many enjoyed. Some were challenged by these tight squeezes, but overall, all benefited from the chance to overcome their fears and experience something out of their comfort zone. In addition, white water rafting was a thrilling day. The large blow-up boats flew down the rapids, some with ease, some tipping and turning while their passengers squealed with glee. To fall out was an adventure, and to get back in was an even greater one. It challenged students on their teamwork abilities, along with giving them a buzz of excitement

while speeding down the breathtaking Tongariro River. Next up was the high ropes. Standing at over 7 meters high, the high ropes were a feat to complete. Attached to a pulley, students walked across a pole, meeting a friend in the middle. After multiple high fives and a swap of positions, the climbers drifted down. The next challenge was to complete the sky swing. Students were attached to a rope as their peers hauled them high above the ground. Upon release, students would fly over the flowing river in an electrifying swing. Later on, students walk the Great Hike. Leading up to it, students felt a mix of fear, excitement and nerves. Tramping through the bushes with a weighted pack on your back may not sound exciting, but, being in the wilderness with nearly no civilization, was an unforgettable adventure. After sleeping under a fly for a long night of whispering and giggling, students finished the tramp with a sense victory. Overall, BMAC camp was a thrilling adventure, where all students were able to enjoy many exciting adventures and explore their personal potential like never before. Written by Jenna Warner and Chantelle Boom

2018 Craft group This year, a group of talented Bethlehem College students from Year 7 and Year 8 has been getting together on Wednesday lunchtimes to get creative and make inventive masterpieces to take home and enjoy. Year 8 teacher, Mrs. Russell has been guiding us through every step of the way, fixing our mistakes and giving us patterns and designs to follow. Mrs. Russell has been an inspiring teacher and helpful companion to laugh with and stitch with throughout the year. This term, we having been sewing decorative ornaments and creative Christmas crafts to take home! Creations include, adorable little felt teddies, cute reindeer and gorgeous Christmas trees. All these crafts and learning so much more is awesome! Thanks Mrs. Russell! By Rebekah Simmons Year 7WSJ

SENIOR PRIZEGIVING Bethlehem College has had a wonderful season of honouring the hard work that has taken place in the Senior Secondary during 2018. Family and friends gathered at the Senior Prizegiving, on November 6th, to congratulate many students who were recognised for their success and diligence. The prizegiving evening celebrated cultural and sporting success alongside academic excellence. The evening culminated with the award of Proxime Accessit to Mia Pugh, Dux to Daniel Cossey and the Principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cup to Billy Hanna. It was wonderful to see the dedication of so many students acknowledged.

Scholarships were also announced at the Senior Secondary Prizegiving. These included a number of prestigious scholarships for New Zealand and American tertiary institutions. These scholarships were granted for both academic achievement and a recognition of leadership potential. Scholarships were presented from the New Zealand School of Tourism, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland University, Waikato University, Massey University, Canterbury University and Otago University. Samuel Tanner won a full scholarship for Washington State University, in America, in recognition of his athletic success.

2019 CAPTAINS Head Boy

Head Girl

Misha Nesbitt

Rebecca Bridgman

Deputy Head Boy

Deputy Head Girl

Luca Dehmer

Isabella Johansson Impact Captains

Samuel Hall

Lilly Dixon Aylward Captains

Liam Molloy

Rhiannon Mabey Brown Captains

James Zingel

Aimee Aranas Carmichael Captains

William McLeay

Sarah Wilson Hudson-Taylor Captains

Harrison Jones

Cassie Nicholson Scott Captains

Kyrin Palmer

Ella McConnell Tarore Captains

Ezra Boom

Jessica Lam BOT Representative Jahnavi Chetty Year 13 Captains

Quinn Silcock

Katelyn Dyer Hospitality Captains

Logan Higgins

Grace O'Neill Academic Captains

Christopher Cason

Juliana Subhan Cultural Captains

Oscar Brady

Diana Owens Sports Captains

Trent Silcock

Sarah Stratton Technical Captains

Haydn Nicholson

Cael Graham Health Captains

Logan Tanner

Gracie Mead Media/Magazine Captains

Isabella Beale

Ella Rapley-Jones Environment Captains

Brodie Hunter

Sasha Van Beek Pouwhakarae Captains

Ethan Otene

Keimarire Tibble-Brown International Captains

Siman Rumpagaporn

Pia Vele

MUSIC Term 4 is always a challenge to get rehearsals started immediately and performances ready before the seniors leave for examinations. This year was no exception as we had the Music Gala concert and Intermediate choir Big Sing in Week 2 On 25th October the Intermediate Choir competed in the 2018 Big Sing Competition in Hamilton. Here is what Year 8 student Luca Romersea had to say about the day "We hopped on the bus and set off to Hamilton with high hopes. When we arrived, we got straight into it, quickly getting changed into our costumes and warming up under Mrs. Grahamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guidance. We sang three songs including Imela, The Moon and The Bike Song. The Moon was our set

competition piece, which all choirs sang. Unfortunately, we had to leave early after lunch, so we missed the prize giving. However, our efforts were rewarded with a silver medal. The reason for our early departure was so we could be back in time to perform in the evening at the Bethlehem College Music Department Concert. We sang The Moon and then Imela with the Animoso Choir. We joined all the choirs to sing Celebrate for the finale. By the end of the day, we were all exhausted, but very pleased with what we had achieved. We are very grateful to Mrs. Graham for her enthusiasm, skill and encouragement. We are truly blessed to have such a wonderfully talented Choir Director." The Music Department Gala Concert was a fantastic evening celebrating

all Bethlehem College music making groups. In front of a supportive audience of family, friends and staff, all of the music groups presented highlights from throughout the year. There were 3 physical stages set up and a tight stage movement plan to keep transition times to a minimum. A spectacular finale combined all musicians on stage backed by Sarah Milehan with the Jazz Band and Concert Band performing ‘Celebration’ by Kool and the Gang. This was great fun and allowed the juniors to stand alongside the seniors creating a pathway that was clearly inspiring to both younger and older musicians. With so many individual festivals for each of the groups, it is easy to lose sight of the music making of our own immediate community and performing to each other was enlightening. Special thank you to all of the Directors of each group and Megan Zingel and Rosamond Bridgeman for organising and running the nuts and bolts of the evening. The lineup featured in order, • Orchestra • Intermediate Choir

• Cantare Choir • BC Lads Choir • String Orchestra • Animoso • Concert Band • 3 Quarters late • The Good Stuff • Vibes • Jazz Band • Finale all groups. Cultural and Academic prize giving’s celebrate many achievements and the hard work of the top students. It is an honour to present music for these occasions. Orchestra and Concert Band played for the Cultural prize giving, whilst Animoso and Jazz Band played for the Senior Academic prize giving. It was great to see so many of the music students being awarded trophies and prizes. I have really enjoyed my role in the music department this year and I wish musicians and staff all the best for 2019 Mal. Brady

NATIONAL CHAMPIONS. Bethlehem College’s Performing Arts struck Gold in the National Finals of the Dance NZ Stage Art Competition. Eight judges, two days of competition held in Palmerston North’s Regent on Broadway Theatre and exceptional dancing, saw Bethlehem College awarded with two National Trophies: The National Winners for the 11-13 Stage Art Category and then the Overall New Zealand Stage Art trophy. Our Cultural Captains, Madison McGregor and George Hyauiason led the Dance / Drama cast to win the Regional and the National competition. The performance was titled: An Artist’s Struggle: Vincent Van Gogh. Madison and George must be congratulated and honoured for their inclusive and nurturing leadership that resulted in such excellent results.

Winter Tournament 3-7 September There have been a number of sporting highlights in Bethlehem College this term. The ones that we would like to focus on and celebrate are service and achievement. The Sports Department would like to thank and honour our fantastic Bethlehem College Senior and Junior Sports Captains for 2018. Rachel Stratton, Daniel Miller, Taylor Efaraimo and Jack Jones have served the College admirably throughout the year with their entertaining, informative and professional assembly presentations and endless service at over thirty events throughout the year. Their willingness to help, serve and do all tasks skilfully, diligently and with a sense of humour has been sincerely appreciated by the sports staff this year. Service by the younger members of Bethlehem College has also been greatly appreciated this term. We have run a number of Athletics Events from Year 0 to Year 8 this term. At every Bethlehem College event, we have had a minimum of twenty Junior Secondary and Year 10 helpers serving. The feedback from both Bethlehem College, North Cluster and BC Chapman staff has been incredibly positive and humbling. The staff and parent helpers have really appreciated our student helpers positive, diligent and professional attitude. Please see the quote below from the Bethlehem College Chapman Principal Hazel Warnes in response to the Athletics event we held for them on the 29th November:

Kia ora AMAZING young leaders who supported us today, We would like to genuinely express our gratefulness for the AMAZING day we have had today! Truly our young people, their parents, Grandparents, family friends and we, as teachers, had a FANTASTIC day! Wonderful young people, thank you for your expertise, time, thoughtfulness, willingness to be flexible and to run with our little whanau and to facilitate today, thank you! Your schedule of events and the details around them made marshalling children really easy and straight forward. The positioning of these young people and their leadership was SO helpful! From our BCC whanau to you ALL, THANK YOU! We had a MARVELLOUS day today! 30 carloads of young people travelled excitedly over to Tauranga this morning and happily exhausted home this afternoon! You made their and our day! The Sports Bay of Plenty Annual Sports Awards were held in Tauranga and it was their 50th year of celebration. Well done to Samuel Tanner who was awardedthe Secondary Schools Sportsman of the Year Award! Madeline Fleming has been selected in the U18 New Zealand Hockey Training Squad with a camp being held in December to determine the final team. This is a significant achievement and we wish her all the best for the final team selection. Sarah Stratton has been selected in

the U17 New Zealand Beach Volleyball team, who will compete in Brisbane in December. Monique Bos and Georgia Browne have been selected as reserves. It is a great achievement to have three players in a national squad from one school! Eden Worsley (Year 12), Ella Claydon (Year 10), Greta Nemedi (Year 7) and Charlotte McColl (Year 6) earned a number of great results in the National Artistic Swimming Championships in Auckland from the 4-7th October. Around 170 athletes from ten clubs around NZ and international swimmers from Australia and New Caledonia competed in the country’s prestigious synchronised swimming event. Eden achieved three first placings in her various duets and a second in the Open Free Combination. Greta and Charlotte were placed fourth in the teams event, with Ella placed 1st in her 5 person event and taking two seconds in the figures and duet categories.

Eden, Greta, Charlotte and Ella

Toby Lipinski represented New Zealand at Powerchair Football in Australia during the October holidays. This tournament is open to two teams from New Zealand and teams from each of the Australian states. Toby’s team achieved third place. Our athletes have continued to impress this term with Lani Fraser and Eli Marsters in Year 8 breaking long held records at College and Zone Athletics Championships. Both these athletes were also crowned Year 8 Zone Champions having accumulated a number of points across the many athletic disciplines.

Eli and Lani

Bethlehem College also took first place! Eli Marsters broke 3 school records in discus, shotput and the 100m. He then went on to break records in the 300m (41.64) and discus (by 7m) and Lani broke 1 record, 100m (13.54) at the zone level. This is an outstanding result for Eli and Lani! Sam Gregory represented the Bay of Plenty in Basketball. The team won their division in the representative tournament during the October holidays. This is a great achievement as they faced stiff competition in the final games. Heather Stewart (Year 10) and Grace Scott (Year 10) competed in the SLSNZ National Pool Rescue Championships during the holidays and won Bronze medals in the U16 women’s Obstacle Relay. Heather also won a Bronze medal in the U16 women’s rescue medley relay. Flynn Hutchinson, Adam Wearne and Matthew Dawson represented Tauranga in the U15 National tournament in Christchurch throughout the holidays. They had a nail-biting finish to the tournament where they were playing off for first and second place. The game went into double extra time and then the team lost in a shoot-out! Our Beach Volleyball competitors also showed their class with Caleb Browne and Jack Jones (both Year 9) making their division final and Elijah Miller and Jay Yuan making the finals in their division in the BOP Junior Beach Volleyball Event.

Our Junior A Boys, Junior A Girls and Junior B Girls Volleyball teams competed in the North Island Junior Volleyball tournament during the last week of November. Both of our Junior A Boys and Girls are seeded in the top division and our Junior A Boys team achieved a top ten place in the tough Division 1 competition!

Hockey Awards. Maddy Fleming received Junior Player of the Year, Lincoln Churchill earned Male Coach of the Year and Denym Clarke achieved Secondary School Coach of the Year. Ex Student Hugh Lees achieved Umpire of the Year. Considering these are awards for the whole Tauranga area, Bethlehem College was well represented.

Bethlehem College coaches and students were honoured at the annual Tauranga

2019 TERM DATES TERM START

TERM FINISH

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

TERM ONE - 11 weeks Wednesday 30 January Year 13 only

Friday 12 April (102* half-days)

Monday 15 April to Friday 26 April

TERM TWO – 10 weeks Monday 29 April

Wednesday 3 July (94 half-days)

NB: Thursday 4th, Friday 5th – July Staff only Days

Monday 8 July to Friday 19 July

TERM THREE – 10 weeks Monday 22 July

Friday 27 September (100 half-days)

Monday 30 September to Monday 14 October

TERM FOUR – 9 weeks Tuesday 15 October

Thursday 12 December (84 half-days)

Friday 13 December

*NB: This allows for one additional Staff only Day in Term 1 for Professional Development - date to be confirmed These term dates comply with Ministry of Education requirements - open for instruction 380 (half) days in 2019. Please refer to the BC Signpost and our Web Calendar for all Staff Professional Development days or any other important dates that will have an impact on the school term for students.

2019 STATUTORY HOLIDAYS Monday 28 January

Auckland Anniversary

Tuesday 6 February

Waitangi Day

Friday 19 April

Good Friday

Monday 22 April

Easter Monday

Tuesday 23 April

Easter Tuesday

Wednesday 25 April

ANZAC Day (during holidays)

Monday 3 June

Queen’s Birthday

Monday 28 October

Labour Day

2019 START OF YEAR COMMENCEMENT DATES FOR STUDENTS Wednesday 30 January

Yr 13 Course Confirmation only Yr 13 Camp Commences pm

Thursday 31 January

All Years 1 – 9, including BC Chapman (No Yr 10) Yr 11 - 12 Course Confirmation only. Y13 at Camp

Friday 1 February

All Years 1 – 9 (No Yrs 10, 11 & 12) Yr 13 at Camp

Monday 4 February

All Primary and Secondary Students

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