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As our first good rainfall of the year continues outside, let me take the chance to remind parents of our flood evacuation procedures:

in the event of intense, flooding rains, parents in flood-prone areas are requested to keep their children at home • school will operate as normal, albeit with a larger than usual absentee list• we will remain in constant contact with the SES and BOM, monitoring flood levels and tides• we also remain in constant contact with the local bus companies• if predicted flooding of rivers and creeks in the wider bus network looms, or the storm water channel at the bottom of North • Boambee Road is likely to breach the road, we will make the call to close the schoolany message to close the school would be sent by SMS and the BDC App. It would also be e-mailed and would appear on the • BDC Spotlight section of our websitethis is only ever done as a last resort, and based on the most recent, accurate advice from the SES, BOM and the bus • companies

I have been asked by a couple of optimistic children today if I was going to close the school for the day!

NEED TO NOTIFY THE SCHOOL ABOUT CASES OF CHICKENPOX, MEASLES AND INFLUENzA

I have sent a letter home via e-mail today to Secondary parents regarding a student who has returned to school with a lowered immune system. The student is chronically ill, but not contagious. Please read this important letter and follow the guidelines therein. Read letter.

WHOLE SCHOOL PHOTO

As advised by e-mail today, we will have our 20th Anniversary school photo taken next Tuesday and Wednesday. Summer uniform will be required and Years 10, 11 & 12 will be required to wear their ties. This will be quite a feat of organisation. Each student and member of staff will have an individual photo taken over the course of the two days.

Digital wizardry will then allow the photographer to create the whole school photo such as the one we have in our main Reception at school. A laminated version will be sent to each family on a sale or return basis in due course.

The Year 10 Parents and Caregivers cocktail evening is next Wednesday, 2 April from 5.30pm. Tickets are available on Try Booking under the events tab on our website.

I have not received specific advice of any student congratulations this week, but am aware Mrs Lisle will mention some successful Primary swimmers in her article this week.

I am always happy to receive advice from parents as to their children’s success in events outside of school so that I can mention them in my newsletter article.

What is Lent? You may or may not be familiar with the season of Lent, Lent is best described with these words, ashes, baptism, fast and abstinence, the passion of Our Lord, giving things up. These words all add up to Baptism. An explanation of the origin of Lent is the “final countdown” for those who are preparing to enter the Church through baptism, confirmation and Eucharist. The basic baptismal decision sets it all in motion, and that is why Lent revolves around baptism.

As we enter the Third Week of Lent and walk in the footsteps of Christ, we may discover that there are areas of our lives that we wrestle with and seek change. By spending quiet time and through prayer we can reflect on a different way forward, during this time of preparation of fasting, praying and doing good works we remember our own baptism and the commitment that will be renewed at Easter.

I am really excited with the various opportunities throughout the college of caring for the earth and the effect of educating students with life time skills and knowledge that leads to nurturing our environment now and in the future. In primary, students learn how to prepare the earth, disposing of

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chaplain’s chat

Alan BallPrincipal

staff spotlight

Teacher in profile:Nicola Bird

I currently teach: PDH/PE

I came to BDC from: This is my first teaching position.

I studied at: The University of Newcastle

I have also taught at: This is my first teaching position however I have also taught as a casual teacher in the Coffs Harbour area.

I grew up in: Coffs Harbour

I went to school at: Toormina High School

Subjects I have also taught: Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies and Community and Family Studies.

I engage my students by: Developing lessons that are innovative, creative and inclusive.

I am currently reading: Andre Agassi – Open

My proudest career moment: Getting appointed PDH/PE teacher at BDC.

An area of expertise or my passion in education is:

Gymnastics, swimming and triathlon.

A leader/s I respect: Nelson Mandela

I am grateful for: My family, friends and my job.

Something students might find interesting about me is:

I come from a gymnastics background.

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Carmel SpryActing Assistant Principal (Head of Secondary)

from the acting head of secondaryAs many of you would be aware one of Year 9 students, Jacob Mercy-Ireland has been diagnosed and treated for Osteosarcoma. His treatment will continue for many months yet but Jacob will return to school on Monday and begin to spend time with his friends and classmates, which we are all looking forward to.

The road ahead still holds many challenges for Jacob and as a community we want to support him and his family. A nurse educator visited the school today and reminded us that the most important thing we can do to limit illness and infection is for everyone to wash their hands properly.

It is also imperative that the school be made aware of any cases of Chicken Pox in the secondary school. Please let us know if your son/daughter becomes ill with Chicken Pox. This is particularly important for students in Year 9.

It will be good to have Jacob back at school and for him to be as safe as possible as he continues his treatment.

There is a more detailed letter being sent home for parents of students in Year 9. Please do not hesitate to contact Mr Jamie Murgatroyd, Mr James Brown or myself if you have any questions.

YEAr 12 HALF-YEArLY EXAMINATIONS

The Year 12 students have now completed their half-yearly examinations and while we are not half way through the year, they are at the half way mark of their HSC courses. Many of them will have learned a lot about themselves and their study habits during this examination period. Many parents and family members will also have observations to share.

It is often a good time for students to pause and reflect: How consistently are you working? Do you balance your time between subjects evenly? How efficient are your study techniques? How do you prepare yourself for examinations? How do manage stress levels? How could you be more efficient or effective in your study? Parents are often able to offer insights to this conversation and make very useful suggestions to improve study if it is required.

Once students have reflected, many will be very satisfied with their progress and feel they are on track to achieve their HSC goals. Others may feel it is time for some changes. Many of our Year 12 students have a teacher at school who acts as a mentor who can offer suggestions from their experience. Those who don’t have a mentor are encouraged to talk to Mr Klipin to organise one.

The college also has other support networks in place for our Year 12 students and students from other year levels. Each year group has a year coordinator and assistant year coordinator. We also have school counselors and the chaplaincy team who are available to students and parents. Our Learning Resource Centre (LRC) also offers a lot of assistance to students. Support can be organised via a phone call or email from parents or for students to drop by.

weeds along the way and the importance of sowing seeds to produce fine young seedlings to plant and then are instructed week by week on how to lovingly care for them and then the harvest! We have two gardening groups in primary, “Bumble Bees Garden Group” and Year 5 “Stefanie Alexander’s Kitchen Garden” who would blossom with one on one assistance and guidance.

I would be happy to hear from any parents or grandparents (contact me on 6651 5644 ext 261), who have a love of gardens and knowledge of growing things to come along and join our Friends of Gardening group. I hope that this group will assist our students by passing on their expertise and love of the environment. Last week the students who are in the “Bumble Bees Garden Group” planted a new herb garden and we look forward in the weeks ahead to reaping some of the rewards.

You may have heard some parents and grandparents who refer to “CCCC’s”. Here is a little history lesson; since the donation of the land for Bishop Druitt College, people have been involved in the vision for the college. When the college opened in 1994 a group of like-minded parents formed a group to come together and pray regularly for the college and BDC Parents Prayer Group commenced. As time passed and the difficulty of coming together to pray was hindered by other commitments, parents found that they could still include the college in their daily routine of prayer, yet they still missed the camaraderie and fellowship of connecting with other like minded parents from the college.

A new group evolved with men and women coming together for a Chat over Coffee and Cake whilst in Community. CCCC’s is the acronym, which we use for this social group and its purpose is to meet once a term to provide support for one another through prayer and friendship. By praying individually and encouraging one another as a group we know that our prayers can make a difference. If you would like to come along and enjoy an afternoon of friendship and fun please come to our first outing for the year to the Yacht Club on Saturday 5 April at 2.30p.m. Please contact the Chaplains on 66515644 for further information.

Throughout our journey may we grow and reap the good harvest as we too discover Jesus together.

Shalom my friends

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Rebecca BrownVisual Arts Teacher

Brett BennettHistory Teacher

Kellie ReinholdTeacher-in-Charge of Monday Sport

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This week I have many competitions to share with you:

The Sawtell Art Group are inviting students to enter the ‘Photography, Youth Art and All Class Exhibition.’ Artworks can be any media and of any subject. Delivery date to the Sawtell Art Gallery is Sunday 18th May. Please see me for an entry form and details – one entry per student only.

2014 Harmony Day Poster Competition. Open to junior school students interested in considering and discussing the benefits of harmony in our society. Closing date is 11th April 2014. Details on the following website: www.movingforwardtogether.com.au.

Operation Art. Please see me for details as this is a very involved competition in which you need to work closely with me.

In association with Academy Travel, BDC is offering students the opportunity to travel to Italy and Greece for 16 days in 2015 (during April school holidays). The tour is specifically designed to address the Ancient History HSC course but would also be a highly valuable experience for students of Italian or Visual Arts.

The tour is open to all students in Years 9-11 (2014) even as a cultural experience for those who are not studying or intending to study, in these subject areas. Ms Kiemski and myself conducted a similar tour in 2013 with 18 students and it was a truly wonderful experience for everyone involved. Ancient History students in particular were able to draw on their experiences come exam time and give genuine context to their studies.

Please see the flyer at the back of this newsletter for more details and an information evening will be held in the near future. Some students have received an ‘Expression of Interest (no-obligation) form (copies available from the Secondary Office) and it would be very helpful if interested students/parents could advise us by returning the form or email your interest (or any questions) to Ms Kiemski ([email protected]) or Mr Bennett ([email protected]). The closing date for Expressions of Interest is COB Friday 4th April.

Next Monday (Week 10) will be the last week of normal sport for Term 1. Week 11 will be house sport on the college ovals where all Year 7 – 10 students will play a round robin competition in their tutor groups. All students now have college hats so these must be worn.

Lists for Term 2 sport are published in three locations around the school. Students made their Term 2 sport choice last year so may need a reminder or may have changed their minds. If students wish to change their sport choice they can complete a change of sport form and return it to the secondary office by the end of Term 1. Students have been made aware of this through assembly, daily notices and tutor groups. Term 2 sport will start on the first day back, Monday 28th April. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me on [email protected].

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Alison HollierScience Teacher

Robyn CrispCareers Adviser

Beth HiltonOutdoor Education Coordinator

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Year 10 student Olivia Philp has been awarded an indigenous scholarship for a 5 month exchange program to the USA. Olivia’s scholarship is valued at AU$9,800 and she will depart in August.

It was a tough competition for Olivia whose application was outstanding and beat a competitive field of entries from around Australia and New Zealand. Student Exchange Australia New Zealand offers 12 scholarships each year. These include 5 language scholarships, 2 international affairs scholarships, 2 indigenous scholarships and 3 digital video scholarships.

The next deadline for receipt of scholarship applications is Monday 31st March 2014. For further information please visit the website www.studentexchange.org.au or contact Justine Perry on 1300 135 331.

I recently attended a seminar organised by the Career Development Association of Australia and Youth Directions ‘Where the jobs • are, making sense of labour market information’. The event focused on critical analysis of labour market information at National, State, Regional and local level. Analysis of our 2013 HSC students university application data and 2014 offers from UAC, NSW/ACT and QTAC, QLD show that over 60% of our students received an offer to university. This is strong compared to our local region statistic where only 22% of our youth (18-25) are estimated to apply to go to university.

Year 10 Work Experience for 2014 will be held from 24 – 28 November. It’s time for students and parents to start talking about • what they would like to do and contact possible employers as expressions of interest forms are due by Friday 23rd May. The work experience handbook and associated forms will be available online mid next week at: http://bdccareers.com. Please ensure that the completed documents are submitted on time if your son/daughter wishes to participate in the program.

The BDC Career’s website • http://bdccareers.com contains useful information relating to jobs, careers, university and TAFE etc for everyone in our school community, students, parents and staff. The site allows students to create an account in a secure area where they can access various tools, such as, interest tests, resume generator and a new cover letter generator. This site has now added security in preparation for the release of the ‘Careers and Transition Planner’ tool early in Term 2.

Upcoming event - 2nd May - UNE Open day trip for Year 12 students. •

Any students over the age of 14 years that are interested in participating in the Duke of Edinburgh Award or would like more information regarding the DOE Award please see Mrs Hilton before the end of term.

The Year 8 students have been creating some amazing models to demonstrate their understanding of the human digestive tract. So that may explain why a mother was overheard calling to the child at the kiss and drop zone “...... be careful, you just dropped your anus”! We congratulate all the students for their creativity and thank all their parents for their patience.

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Karin LisleAssistant Principal (Head of Primary)

from the head of primaryIt was wonderful to meet some lovely Kindy parents the other night at Kindy cocktails. I am always impressed by the way people get involved in their children’s education at BDC. We have the most marvellous volunteers who come into classrooms to help teachers, canteen helpers, even parents who are helping in our Kitchen Garden. Just turning up for a teacher interview gives your children the message that you are interested in their schooling and they also see learning as important. So I thank you al very much for the great work you are doing with your kids.

I would like to congratulate all the students who travelled down to Sydney this week to compete in the NSWNCIS swimming carnival. There were so many students representing our school, and their behaviour was as usual, exemplar. What a wonderful experience for those children who are committed to competition and who train hard to get to this level. Sometimes they are successful, but the learning from a disappointment is also a lifelong skill. Congratulations to Syd Benson, Silas Phillips, Harry Ward, Keira Williams and Lucy Alkemade who all made it to finals which makes them one of the top 10% in the state. Wow!

This year we are focussing on improving the quality of our writing across the school and this is already having an impact. As you may read from our Writers of the Week, we have some children with great imaginations who are able to express themselves very well in the written form. Of course oral language is the most common way for us all to communicate and we have made a commitment to improve this form of communication through our school.

Oral language abilities are not only closely related to the development of early reading skills, but there are also substantial long-term correlations with reading in the middle years of primary school. Oral language skills continue to be important throughout all the school years – in fact, throughout life. Oral language proficiency assists the establishment and maintenance of personal and social relationships, in communicating and meeting everyday needs, in managing our business, recreational, health and financial affairs, in optimising employment opportunities – in every facet of our lives. Thus oral language development is not just the domain of the early childhood teacher, teachers and parents can continue to help students become more articulate and sophisticated users of the language throughout their school years, and thus equip them for fuller and more rewarding participation in life.

Next term we will be offering a series of information sessions for parents, following many questions that have been directed to how parents can assist students at home. You may want to come to a specific session or you might want to come to all the sessions. Hopefully they will only run for 30 – 45 minutes so it want take too much time out of your afternoons but still provide the information you are after. If you have any questions that need answering, please contact me as I might be able to include this in one of our information sessions. So far we are intending to run:

- Helping with Home Reading- Developing skills in Oral Language- Sound Discovery support for home- Bring Your Own Technology

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writers of the weekELC YEAR 1 & 2

When I arrived I saw an amazing village. One house was the sparkly house. The next house was wiggly with a pointed roof. Zoya Yr 1

I went through the fancy gate and I saw a wriggly home with round windows. It was sparkly and bright. Janumi Yr1

I was walking in a place far away that I never knew. It had los of crooked houses and weird pointy roofs. When I walked a bit further I saw an amazing clock tower. It was very colourful too. It was very tall as well. Leon Yr 1

I was slowly walking through a dark forest when I found a weird village. It was full of strange colourful and wriggly houses. James Yr 2

Once upon a time I was walking. I found a mysterious and colourful village. It was beautiful and bright. There was a curvy and twirly house and I saw a tall pointy house. It was amazing. I wanted to stay at this magical place forever. Reese Yr 2

5P has been practising writing fabulous orientations to stories. Here are a few beginnings that really left us wanting to read more.

Flying a kite isn’t an option. Playing isn’t an option. Smiling is an option but no one does it.Sarah O’Connor

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Dale CondonHead of Music K-12

Thank you and well done to the members of the Concert Band, Joe Caldwell, Rose Jones, Amy Gillespie and the Year 2 Choir, for • their wonderful performances this week.Primary Music Camp at the Coffs Coast Beach School Conference Centre in Bonville on 5th and 6th April is fast approaching. • Payment is required before commencement of the camp.Permission notes for the Sunshine Coast Music Tour are due back. T-shirts take 3 weeks to arrive so please advise of size no later • than Monday 31st March. The instruments listed below are for sale by families who no longer use them – please ring the music office for further details or • email [email protected]:

- EK Amadeus full size ‘cello with Seitz bow, spare bow and soft case - $2,800 (Will be available to try if you contact the Music Office) - Fontaine Alto Saxophone, brand new condition (only used for 6 months), $400 - ½ size ‘cello, excellent condition, $300 - Beginner student violin, full size, excellent condition $200

The mountain was covered with thick, icy snow. It had been snowing for hours. The trees were frozen like popsicles. Michael Spignolio

As the thunderclouds started to roll away and the sky slowly brightened, the sun was no longer a memory.Luca Foster

Ferimir ran like he had never run before. His chest felt as if knives had been cast deep down into blackness, splitting holes and forming many crevices.Harvey Summersell

Simone zoomed through the luscious green forest of Berkus, as fast as a bullet shot straight from a silver revolver. He or yellow bike’s wheels spun wildly and tree branches clawed at her face repeatedly, but she couldn’t care less.Madeline Howard

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The BDC Secondary Golf Championships were held at CHGC last Monday, with a mix of students from Year 8 to Year 11. Everyone had a great day of competition with the course in fantastic condition! We played a Stableford event and the competition really went down to the last couple of holes, with Jack Winchester, Lachlan Smith and Zac Ion, all a possibility of taking out the honors. However Zac Ion came through in the end with 38 points, followed by Jack and Lachlan in a tie for second on 36 points.

The Primary CIS swimming carnival was held in Sydney this week, with BDC sending 19 students down to compete this year, which is a fantastic effort from a young primary students. Congratulations to all that competed, in particular the five BDC students who made the finals, Sidney Benson, Sylas Phillips, Keira Williams, Harry ward and Lucy Alkemade.

April 3 Secondary Rugby 7’s; Leisure Park - Coffs HarbourApril 4 Primary Boys CIS Football Champ’s - SydneyApril 9 Open Boys CIS Football Cup Knockout – TASApril 10 Open Girls CIS Football Cup Knockout - BDC Vs Loreto College Normanhurst – Venue BDC 9.00am.

Mr Andrews took eight students to the Indoor Cricket Centre to compete in the Year 9-10 Coffs Harbour Indoor Cricket competition. After winning the first game comfortably against Orara High, the boys lost to Toormina, but then defeated Jetty. Our boys qualified for the final, where they posted a respectable score batting first. Although Jetty won the match, our boys were in the game until the last ball where they still could have pulled off a victory. Well done to all of the boys who competed, including Sam Crampton and Liam Watson-Merritt who are in Year 8 stepping up to play in the higher age group.

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Year 10 Cocktail Evening

Wednesday 2 April 5.30pm - 7.30pm

In the new BDC Trade Training CentreCost: $15 per head

Parents and Carers of Year 10 students are invited to come and meet other

parents and carers from Year 10.

Please purchase tickets through the Activity Payments page on the BDC website.

Closing date for tickets is 3pm on Tuesday 1 April.

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MOTHErS’ DAY – SUNDAY 11 MAYMothers’ Day is on the 11 May this year and the P&F will be holding their very popular primary Mother’s Day Stall on Thursday 8 May. For those new to the school, an email will be sent shortly with clear instructions on how you can order gift(s) for your mother, step-mum or carer. The cost per gift is $7 which will be payable on TryBooking, via the College Website. The day before the stall, class lists (with number of gifts ordered per child) will be distributed to class teachers and your child is able to select gift(s) from a range of items provided by the P&F.

LEArNING DIFFErENCE CONVENTIONAustralia’s largest Event for Dyslexia & Learning Difficulties is being held at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse in Sydney from 6th to the 7th of August. There will be an AMAZING array of professionals speaking from ALL OVER THE WORLD. More expert knowledge, more workshops, more accessibility technology and more resources.

Interested in attending? All Seminars are individually priced with tickets ranging from $30 to $50 each. AND, BDC and the BDC P&F Learning Differently Together Support Group are organising a bus and group accommodation for those interested in attending (bus & accommodation charges will apply).

See the attached page for a list of the talented speakers and their informative areas of speciality. If you are interested in coming on board the bus and need accommodation, please express your interest by sending a message to [email protected] of your interest.

For more information on the convention, check out http://www.learningdifferenceconvention.com

CALLING FOr EXPrESSIONS OF INTErEST!Want to be involved in your child’s schooling? The P&F currently have an email group that is often used to inform parents of upcoming P&F/College events, news, volunteer requests etc. You do not have to be a P&F member to be included, so if you want to help out every once in a while or just want to hear about upcoming events or information please email [email protected].

CONTACT USFor more information, to view our Constitution or read our latest meeting minutes, click on “Our Community” then “Parents and Friends” on the College Website. We look forward to your support.President: Allan Williams 0408 332 082 [email protected] & F email: [email protected]

Next Meeting: Monday 19 May, 2pm, refreshments provided

The Bishop Druitt College Parents and Friends Association is an organisation that supports the aims and objectives of the College. It does so through the promotion of fundraising, fellowship, friendship and fun.

After an accident on the pacific Highway south of Woolgoolga on 7/3/14, we were inundated with phone calls from parents - however ‘liking’ our Facebook page ensures parents/guardian/children and schools receive up to date information on delays and bus changes. Our Facebook details are: www.facebook.com/ryansbusservice

Jeb Freeman (HSC 2013) has been selected in the U20’s NSW Cockatoos rugby union training squad.Alethea Scorse (HSC 2010) studied to become a primary school teacher but has changed to a secondary school Textiles teacher in Sydney.Fraser Tankel (HSC 2013) is enrolled in the MBBS degree course at Monash University, staying at Richardson Hall.Ciata Cooper (HSC 2005) gained first class honours in a Bachelor of Applied Science in 2010 and two years later completed her Masters in Physiotherapy. Ciata began work as a Physiotherapist in Brisbane and is now practising in Grafton.Former students are encouraged to maintain their contact details on our alumni database by emailing [email protected].

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The Classical World: Greece & Italy

A study tour for Bishop Druitt College

Dates: 3-18 April, 2015 Price: $6,150.00pp all inclusive * Based on a minimum of 20 paying participants. Price is dependent on the number of accompanying supervising teachers, exchange rates, flight costs and airline fuel surcharges at the time of booking.

Airfares, taxes and fuel surcharges – included Comprehensive travel insurance – included Entrance fees to sites – included Tips to guides, restaurants and drivers – included

Academy Travel is an Australian company that designs and manages specialised international tour programs for schools, universities, professional and private groups.

Experience great ancient societies 16 day tour specifically designed for senior

secondary students of Ancient History at Bishop Druitt College.

Itinerary includes: 2 nights Tolon, 1 night Sparta, 1 night Olympia, 1 night Delphi, 2 nights Athens, 3 nights Rome and 3 nights in the Bay of Naples

Explore ‘Classical’ Athens of the 5th century BC On a tour of the Peloponnese, visit the

archaeological sites and museums of Mycenae and the Treasury of Atreus, Tiryns, Sparta and Olympia

Visit the sanctuary of Delphi and the neighbouring museum

Investigate the city of Rome in the late Republic, visiting the Roman Forum and Campus Martius

Detailed guided tours of Pompeii, Herculaneum and a visit to the National Archaeological Museum in Naples

A genuine learning experience! Itinerary carefully planned by experienced

educators Fully escorted by a knowledgeable tour

manager Special lectures, education programs and

detailed site notes provided Qualified local guides at major sites

Itinerary Breakfast and dinner are included daily.

Day 1: Flights depart Australia in the mid-afternoon or evening.

Day 2: Arrive Greece – Meet local guide on arrival into Athens and transfer to the Peloponnese via the Corinth Canal. Overnight Tolon.

Day 3: Mycenaean Civilization – Investigate the site of Mycenae, the impressive beehive tomb of the Treasury of Atreus and the incredible cyclopean masonry walls at Tiryns. Overnight Tolon.

Day 4: Sparta – Morning transfer to Sparta. This afternoon tour the ancient site and neighbouring museum of Sparta. Overnight Sparta.

Day 5: Olympia – Drive to Olympia across the stunning mountain terrain toward Kalamata, passing the fortified town of Mystras. On arrival to Olympia, tour the site of the first Olympic Games and the associated museum. Overnight Olympia.

Day 6: Delphi – Travel across the Rio-Antirrio Bridge, the world’s longest cable-stayed bridge, from Patras to Delphi. Visit the spectacular ancient sanctuary. Overnight Delphi.

Day 7: To Athens – Transfer to Athens for an orientation coach and walking tour around the centre, including the Acropolis Museum and the Plaka district. Overnight Athens.

Day 8: Athens – Detailed exploration of the Acropolis, visiting the Parthenon and other buildings. In the afternoon visit the National Archaeological Museum of Athens. Overnight Athens.

Day 9: Fly to Italy – Arrive Rome and enjoy an orientation walking tour through Rome’s iconic sites, including Piazza Navona, Hadrian’s Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. Overnight Rome.

Day 10: The Forum and Colosseum – Morning tour of the republican and imperial forums, the Circus Maximus and the Colosseum. Afternoon tour of the Capitoline Museum, housing an unrivalled collection of important classical works. Overnight Rome.

Day 11: The Vatican – View the classical and Renaissance masterpieces in the Vatican Museum, including the Sistine Chapel. Afterwards admire St Peter’s Basilica and climb to the roof of Michelangelo’s cupola for a superb view of the city. Overnight Rome.

Day 12: To The Bay of Naples – Head south to the region of Campania. If weather permits, ascend to the summit of Mount Vesuvius. Continue to the town of Vico Equense on the Sorrentine Peninsula. Overnight Vico Equense.

Day 13: Herculaneum & Naples - Guided visit at the archaeological site of Herculaneum. Continue to Naples for lunch before a guided tour of the National Archaeological Museum to see artworks recovered from the Vesuvian cities. Enjoy the late afternoon and dinner in Sorrento. Overnight Vico Equense.

Day 14: Pompeii – Detailed investigation of the archaeological site including public and private buildings, evidence of the eruption, daily life and economic activity. Overnight Vico Equense.

Day 15: Departure – Return transfer to Rome for flight to Australia in the afternoon or evening.

Day 16: Arrive Australia in the evening or early the following morning.

*The itinerary is subject to change based on local conditions, weather and opening hours.

The Classical World: Greece & Italy Bishop Druitt College – April 2015

GRANDPARENTS AND THE LAW FORUM

(please pass on to) Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Forum Information

Date: Thursday 10th April

Time: 10am – 2pm (free morning tea and lunch)

Venue: Club Coffs on West High, 61A West High St Coffs Harbour

The forum is a free 4 hour event for Grandparents who have the parental responsibility for raising their Grandchildren. The forum’s main focus will be on Family Law (relevant to Grandparents) but there will also be a range of information on other services, supports and resources. The forum agenda includes:

Guest Speaker: Merilyn O’Neill from the Grandparents & Kinship Care Association (voted 2013 NSW Council on the Ageing (COTA) Grandparent Carer of the Year). Merilyn will also be on hand to answer any questions and help connect carers to support services.

Guest speaker: Jane Corcoran from Legal Aid presenting on Family Law and the Family Law process and pathways

A panel (including Jane and Merilyn) of people from a range of law related and family support organisations. There will be plenty of opportunity for questions

People from other services and supports will also be available to speak with Grandparents Resources and information to take home

Registration Information

Although the Forum is FREE for catering purposes we do require any Grandparent who would like to attend to please register by one of the following methods:

1. Phone Mid Coast Communities (and ask for Sue or Leah) on 6651 1788 or 2. Email Sue Currie at: [email protected] with your name and contact details 3. Phone or email Joy Watson: 0448 526 280 or [email protected]

Thank You This forum is just a small token to show our appreciation and recognition of the extraordinary contribution that Grandparents make raising Grandchildren in the Coffs Coast and surrounding areas. We wish to thank each and every one of you. Mid Coast Communities would also like to thank Joy Watson and Merilyn O’Neill for making it all happen, Club Coffs on West High for providing the venue free of charge, for the NSW Government Keep Them Safe initiative for providing the catering, and to all of the people and services who provided their time and expertise free of charge.

Grandparents & the Law Forum—Invitation to Service Providers

Invitation: We are inviting services or community groups who provide support to grandparents raising grandchildren to attend this forum— especially the Service Expo session

Date: Thursday 10th April

Time: 10am – 2pm (free morning tea and lunch included)

Venue: Club Coffs on West High, 61A West High St Coffs Harbour

The forum is a free event for grandparents who have the parental responsibility for caring for their grandchildren. The forum’s main focus will be on Family Law but there will also be information on a range of other services the Coffs Harbour Area.

Overview of the agenda:

10am to 12md Guest speakers including Merilyn O’Neill from the Grandparents & Kinship Care Association & Jane Corcoran from Legal Aid 12md to 12:30pm: An interactive panel session 12:30pm to 1pm: Lunch Break 1pm to 2pm: A service expo with representatives and resources from a variety of organisations and community support services The service expo will provide opportunities for participants to avail themselves of a variety of resources including the opportunity to meet with a range of service providers. For this to be a success and to support grandparents we really encourage services to attend including child, youth, family, health, mental health, legal services and relevant government agencies. A table and chair will be available and you can chose to attend for the whole forum or just for the service expo. We would encourage services to bring along any brochures or other resources.

Expression of Interest to participate in the Service Expo - Please complete and return to Sue by 30 March

Name of Organisation

(Name & Role) Person Attending

Email

Phone

Brief summary of the type of sup-port your organisation/program provides

Will you be attending for the whole forum?

Yes No

If No, for catering purposes will you be present for lunch? Yes No

Any dietary or access requirements?

Contact & RSVP: Sue Currie (Mid Coast Communities) - [email protected] or 6651 1788