Issue 11 Term 3 2019 - Arndell Anglican College Term 3 2019... · Billie Kinder Book and Workbook ‘Hope’ - and the Junior School’s role in pioneering and developing the B Kinder

THE ADVOCATE

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T H E O F F I C I A L N E W S L E T T E R O F A R N D E L L A N G L I C A N C O L L E G E

IN THIS ISSUE:FROM THE  ACTING DIRECTOR OF

CURRICULUM

ART @ ARNDELL

IPSHA SOCIAL ACTION EXPO

INTERSCHOOL EQUESTRIAN CARNIVAL

GOLD DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD

WRITE ON! COMPETITION

STEM WITH BUDDIES

VIVID COMES TO ARNDELL

COLLEGE CALENDAR

COLLEGE CONTACTS

FROM THE ACTING DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUMMRS KATRINA NEW“Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right…think about such things” (Phil 4:8)

Every parent wants to see their child succeed, and the majority of parentshave an active concern for the quality of their children’s education. So whatdoes it mean for a child to succeed at school? A part of that success is tobecome accomplished in literacy, numeracy and to gain the knowledgeneeded to perform well in exams. However, at a deeper and morefundamental level, academic success comes through the development ofintellectual character. If you take a moment to reflect on a person you knowwhom you consider to be a good thinker or learner, you will probably discoverthat they possess the qualities of sound intellectual character. They maydisplay curiosity when faced with a problem, and have an open-mindedapproach to be able to think outside the box. They may show attention todetail and be careful to avoid errors. They may display autonomy in theirthinking and have the courage to take risks to test if their ideas work. Theymay demonstrate a desire to research deeply and be willing to tenaciouslypush through setbacks. Intellectual Character is at the heart of what it meansto be a good lifelong learner.

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Of course, this is not new to education. Good teachers innately know that they are growing anddeveloping the whole child. However, at Arndell we are aiming to be more explicit in ourintentions about growing the intellectual character of our students. The Learning JourneyFramework is clearly visible in every classroom which outlines the individual, interpersonaland intellectual skills that have been identified as valuable in growing character. These includequalities like Courage, Growth, Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Communication,Relationship and Respect which relate to the attitudes and skills a student needs to develop as alearner. Additionally we are aiming to model Critical Thinking, Comprehensive Thinking,Meaningful Thinking and Rigorous Thinking to help grow a student’s intellectual character.Intentional practise of these skills aims to bring about intentional growth in their thinking skills.  As a consequence, the format and structure of reporting will change this semester, to reflect ourfocus on intellectual character development. The intention of these changes is not to makejudgement on the child, but to increase awareness of the thinking habits that are underpinningthe choices they make both within and outside of the classroom. The ultimate aim is toencourage self-reflection, develop a desire for personal growth and increase every student’scapacity as a learner.  When Paul advised the Roman church to “be transformed by the renewing of your mind”(Romans 12:2) he understood that our everyday lives are a mirror of our thinking habits. Heunderstood that real transformation begins with a deeper understanding of how we think, sothat our actions follow.

On Wednesday August 7th a group of Year 4 and Year 6 students participated in the 2019 IPSHASocial Action Expo at the Kings Preparatory School. The Social Expo is a state-wide biannualevent designed to showcase the contribution schools make to their communities and to tell thestory of particular social and community projects that they host. Arndell Anglican College was asked by the organiser of the event to be one of four presenters tothe main 2019 forum on the theme of the School’s B Kinder social curriculum – as based on theBillie Kinder Book and Workbook ‘Hope’ - and the Junior School’s role in pioneering anddeveloping the B Kinder Day event, as now hosted by schools from Sydney to Perth and fromEngland to Cambodia. Rev Peterson provided an overview, Mrs Mason-Kinder an introduction to the B Kinder Charitiesand the students from Year 4 and Year 6 contributed their own reflections on their personalgrowing into kindness and social awareness through their experience of the Junior School’s‘Hope’ PDH curriculum and their experience of the School’s B Kinder Day initiative.  The Arndell Anglican College Stall was VERY POPULAR and much visited by attending staff andstudents during the afternoon Expo and a great deal of appreciation was expressed for theCollege’scontribution to this key forum of state wide significance.

IPSHA SOCIAL ACTION EXPOREV KEITH PETERSON

INTERSCHOOL EQUESTRIAN CARNIVALMR LEON CARROLL

Arndell Anglican College conducts two Carnivalsper year, one for Showjumping and the other forHacking and Games. These carnivals are open to allschool aged riders in NSW. The Arndell communityof parents, staff and students come together toorganise these events. The Hacking and GamesCarnival is happening on the 17th of August at theHawkesbury Showground, entries are filling fastand it will be a wonderful day. Information and entries for the August carnival canbe found at the following websitewww.nominate.com.au

GOLD DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD

On Tuesday, 23rd July, David Lavelle (Year12-2018) became only the second Arndell studentto receive the Gold Duke of Edinburgh award.David was among 65 recipients who were the firstgroup to receive the award from the new StateGovernor, Margaret Beazley AO QC with theceremony at St. Stephen’s church followed byafternoon tea at Government House. The Headmaster, Dr Leechman, who attendedthe service, spoke at a College assembly of thecommon values that arose in the reflectionstatements of awardees. These include thewillingness to go outside the “comfort zone”, towillingly serve others in the community, topersevere and to value all those around us, staffand friends, who contribute to major lifeachievements. Dr. Leechman encouraged othersto follow the lead of David Lavelle and LauraHolman in undertaking and completing theaward. David expressed his gratitude to Mr Oakes, Mrs McGuren and other staff who devoted theirtime and effort in providing all the great memories of the expeditions, including the Goldexpedition to Fraser Island and walking the Six Foot Track from Jenolan Caves toKatoomba . David also derived great benefit, including academically, from undertaking theresidential CruCamp.

WRITE ON! COMPETITION

Congratulations to Joanna Yannakouros (6 Red) who has been selected as the Arndell JuniorSchool Write On! Competition winner for 2019. Her winning entry has been submitted to theNSW Competition, good luck Joanna!

5 Green love spending period 4 on Fridays with our Buddies from Kindy Red! Recently we explored different 2D and 3D shapes using marshmallows and skewers. Makingtower structures proved an interesting (and delicious!) challenge. The patience, care andencouragement that 5 Green shows their Buddies is wonderful to see. It’s a blessing to spendthis time together.

STEM WITH BUDDIES

MR BRETT MILLS & MRS ALEX MEREDITH

This year the Junior School has participated in the IPSHA Traveling Art Show. For the past threemonths 10 Junior School students artworks have been representing Arndell Anglican College aspart of the show travelling around exhibiting in local independent schools. These artworks werechosen by representatives from the Secondary School Visual Arts Department and JuniorSchool Executive.  From the 26th of August to the 6th of September the IPSHA Travelling Art Show will be exhibitedat Arndell in the Junior School Library. On the 3rd of September, the Junior School will beputting on the first of hopefully many outdoor evening art exhibitions (6pm-8pm). ‘Vivid Comesto Arndell’ will be an opportunity for families to come and enjoy light installations created bythe different grades across the Junior School. Each piece has been designed and formed by thestudents with the guidance of their teachers. The process of creating these pieces has allowedstudents to take ownership of their art and collaborate with their peers.

VIVID COMES TO ARNDELLMISS ANNIKA HODGSON

During the night the Junior SchoolLibrary will be open for all to enjoy theartworks in the IPSHA Travelling ArtShow and to celebrate our 10wonderful artists. The 10 students who have beenrepresenting Arndell Anglican Collegein the IPSHA Travelling Art Show are,Daisy Heming and Amaliya Farrugiafrom Kindergarten,  Joseph D’Anastasifrom Year 1, Bradley McBurney fromYear 2, Samer Zammit and HunterViney from Year 3, Sophie Turville fromYear 4, Maddison Hall from Year 5,and Joanna Yannakouros and JackMezzomo from Year 6.

COLLEGE CONTACTS

Headmaster:Acting Deputy Headmaster:       Head of Senior School:Acting Head of Middle School:Head of Junior School:                                        Deputy Head Junior School - Curriculum:Deputy Head Junior School – Pastoral Care / Organisation:Acting Director of Curriculum:                      Director of Teaching & Learning:                     Chaplain:Business Manager:             Enrolments Manager: Careers and Tertiary Education Advisor: Equestrian Co-ordinator:  Uniform Shop:   Before and After School Care:  Canteen:  Website: Advocate Newsletter: Sport Scene Newsletter:

Dr Gareth LeechmanMr Austin RobinsonMr Leighton CorrMr Matthew OakesRev. Keith PetersonMrs Tamasin LoweMrs Larne JacobsMrs Katrina NewMr Jim MilfordRev. Jeremy ClarkMrs Jodie WoodsMrs Penny Finlay Mr Tom Lavelle Mr Leon [email protected] Mrs Elizabeth Moore – 4572 3254Shop Opening Hours – Term TimeMonday – 2.30 pm to 4.00 pmTuesday – 8.15 am to 4.00 pmThursday – 8.15 am to 6.00 pm Camp Australia -  1300 105 343 www.campaustralia.com.auBefore School Care: 6:45 am – 8:45 amAfter School Care: 2:45 pm – 6:00 pmCoordinator – 0401 904 531 Monday – Friday – 4545 2486  www.arndell.nsw.edu.au [email protected] [email protected]