Newsletter 2, 2014

Principal’s PenTrustA German police report had the following account:

“A motorist following driving instructions on the satellite navigation computer in his BMW drove down a ferry ramp

into the Havel River without realizing the only way he could cross the river was to wait for the ferry.”

The world in which we live causes us, at times, to put our trust in the wrong things. Whether is it technology,

material comfort, intelligence, or a myriad of other assets or traits, sometimes we can place our trust in misguided

areas.

The Bible is clear in spelling out that there is only one thing that is fully deserving of our total trust – and that is

God. Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your

ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

The Leadership and staff at Cornerstone seek to live with such a dependence on God. Whether the decisions we

need to make relate to big picture planning, or about a struggle a single child has in a class, we believe seriously

in the need to take all these things to the ultimate source of wisdom – God.

The teachers and staff at the College have trained for years to learn the skills to teach your children well. They

have been selected for the excellence they bring – and partnered with that is their personal dependence on the

Creator. They desire to use the gifts God has given then in the role they have. As it says in Romans 12: ‘If your

gift is ……serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement…… if

it is to lead, do it diligently…’. The call is for us to all use the gifts we have.

Together we yearn to help your children discover for themselves this source of wisdom and direction, and from

that, to lead lives that leave a trail of blessing in their wake.

When it comes to placing your trust in a source of wisdom – there is no other place than God. As your committed

educators, we aim to use our own professional training and experience, married with earnestly seeking God, to

serve you and your children in the best way possible.

God Bless

this issueSwimming Carnivals

Mooin Transfer

PO Box 775Grace CourtBusselton WA 6280p: (08) 9754 1144f: (08) 9754 1142e: [email protected]: www.cornerstone.wa.edu.au

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DATES to REMEMBER

Feb 27Primary Parent Assembly Year 52:00pm Auditorium Feb 27Secondary Swimming Carnival

Mar 3Labour Day Public Holiday

Mar 4 - 7Middle School Camp

Mar 6Primary Swimming Carnival (Yr 4-6)

Mar 13Primary Parent Assembly Year 5/62:00pm Auditorium

Mar 14Primary Beach Carnival Year 1-3

Mar 27Primary Parent Assembly Year 62:00pm Auditorium

Mar 31Secondary Showcase11:55am Auditorium

TERM DATESMonday Feb 3 - Friday April 11

Term 2 DatesTuesday 29 April - Friday 4 July

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Around the College

Cleaver’s ClangersIf you take a laptop computer for a run you could jog your memory.

A bicycle can’t stand alone; it is two tired.

Meet the Teacher NightLast week, we hosted our ‘Meet the Teacher’ night, which saw a great turnout, particularly in the Primary years.Thanks for those who came and took an interest in their child’s education and heard of how they can partner with teachers in helping deliver some great outcomes for our students.Special thanks to staff for their preparation and attendance.

Pre-Primary and Kindy Kids on BusesPre-Primary and Kindy students who catch the bus in the morning MUST go to the office when they arrive. An Education Assistant will collect all bus children from the office in the morning and safely walk them across to class. Under no circumstance is a child to be delivered to class by a sibling, or walk their own way across. Some near misses mean that we must ensure the safety of our youngest students. Please ensure your child is aware of what they must do when they arrive at the College.

After School Matters.Please note that any primary student who has not been collected from the Kiss and Drop Zone or Waratah Court by 3:30pm, will now need to be collected from the office. Additionally, teachers are on duty at the school’s exits from 3:15pm, but students playing on school equipment after school must be actively supervised by parents. Duty of Care does not extend to the playgrounds after College hours.

Prayer LaunchThe College Commissioning (Prayer Launch) is an event that brings together

churches from across the region to dedicate the work of the College to God. Last Sunday night, a team of leaders, pastors, and community members joined staff on the College grounds to commit 2014 and the work we do, to God. Thank you to those who came - it meant a great deal to have such support displayed to the team here at Cornerstone.

Mooin TransferThis week, a team of students will be travelling to Geelong to represent WA in the National ‘Mooin Transfer’ competition. As a result of the College’s winning place in the Cows Create Careers program AGAIN in 2013, they have been asked to produce an advertisement for the Australian Dairy Industry. The students will be travelling with Mrs Jill Wright and Mr David van der Tang. We will advise how they have performed upon their return.

Swimming CarnivalsAt the end of this week, the Secondary students will be involved in their Swimming Carnival, and the following week, the Primary students (Year 4-6) will have their turn. The younger Primary students (Year 1-3) will have their traditional beach

carnival on Friday March 14.We love the support of parents and family at these events, and would encourage everyone to come along and cheer on students. Willing helpers are also sought, so if you wish to provide assistance on the day, contact the office and they will pass your details through to staff to see if there are any suitable tasks still available. That said, being present and enthusiastic is also an important role. Hope to see you there!

Grace Court FootpathPlease ensure you use the footpaths in Grace Court. For the safety of all, please DO NOT cross Grace Court between buses or across the roadways. This applies to parents and students.

Parent HandbooksHandbooks for the Primary and Secondary school are now available, and can be accessed on the College website.From the main page, select the ‘Student’ tab and there you will see a drop down box which has ‘Parent Handbooks’ as the title. Please select this and download the relevant folder. We encourage every family to ensure the details within are understood, as valuable information regarding to student expectations and College processes are outlined.

LunchboxesIt has come to the attention of the office, that some children are coming to school without adequate lunches packed. We do support parents in encouraging independence of children in preparing their own lunches, but it does appear that some children are simply not bringing

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives

generously to all without finding fault,

and it will be given to you.

James 1:5

OFFICE HOURSThe Administration Office is

open from 8:15am to 4:30pm,

Monday to Friday.

Please note that if you call

the office before 8:15am it is

likely to go to message bank.

Additionally, coming into the

office prior to 8:15am will find it

unattended.

Staff are in meetings prior to

this time.

CANTEENThe College canteen is open

for business on Wednesday,

Thursday and Friday of each

week.

We prefer that orders be placed

via the online canteen.

Visit

www.ouronlinecanteen.com.au

The menu is also available for

viewing online at the College

website.

Orders must be placed by

9:30am.

UNIFORM SHOPThe uniform shop will be open

each Monday 8:30am - 9:30am

and Wednesday 3:00pm-4:00pm

You can also view the order form

on the College website at

www.cornerstone.wa.edu.au, or

complete an order form out of

your family information pack and

return it to school with your child.

YOUTH GROUPSCORE Youth - Years 7 to 9Friday night 7-9pm at Cornerstone0418 833 994 Julian/Karlien

Xtol Youth Group - Year 10 +Friday nights 7-9pm$4 entryBusso Bretho campsite0417 937 238 Margie0418 216 087 Graeme

Study Tips from Miss Needham’s Desk

items of nutrition when left to their own devices.Can you please check what goes into the lunch box, as a recess snack (such as a piece of fruit), as well as a substantial lunch is required to help each child maintain their concentration during the day. Thanks for your help!

Swimming ChangesWould parents please note that the dates for Swimming Lessons (Year 1-6) have changed from what is printed in your family pack. Classes are now scheduled for June 9 to June 20, and only relate to students in Years 1-6, not Pre-Primary. The Leisure Centre is unable to manage the student numbers involved with the Pre-Primary classes this year.

Mathletics and Reading EggsMathletics and Reading Eggs are tools used to reinforce your child’s classroom learning. We strongly encourage home use of these products. Mrs Meyer, our coordinator of the program, wishes to advise that your child’s Mathletics and Reading Eggs password is the same password as last year. If your child has forgotten his or her password, your child’s class teacher will be more than happy to provide your child with a sign in card. These programs are used by many students in Years 2 to Year 12. For all our new students, please ask your class teacher to explain to you how the programs work.

Break the “Cram Cycle” Before it StartsBy the end of the semester, students often find themselves overloaded and overwhelmed, having to rely on cramming for final exams to get through to the break. They are exhausted and in survival mode. Thriving academically no longer matters. All that matters is the break at the end.If you’ve ever felt this way, you’ve experienced what we call the “Cram Cycle.” Students get busy during the semester, which leads to exhaustion. When you’re exhausted, the only thing you want to do is zone out for a bit. After an afternoon of zoning, students are forced to put all their effort into completing assignments that are due tomorrow. We call this “cramming.” As students work on only that which is due tomorrow, long-term assignments pile up and create even more busyness, which leads to exhaustion, and the “Cram Cycle” begins to accelerate.

Most students only get out of the “Cram Cycle” when the semester ends.But 2014 can be different. If you want to stay out of this dreaded cycle, commit yourself to studying at least five days a week, even when you don’t have anything due the next day. Use every day as a review day, spreading out your study sessions for big tests and projects across multiple days instead of letting them pile up. This

approach takes more effort initially to create these habits, but you’ll reap the benefits when you’re free of the “Cram Cycle” and the stress that follows it come finals season.Learn more this year about how to

improve your results and be more efficient and effective with your

schoolwork by working through the units on www.studyskillshandbook.com.au . Our school’s access details are:

Username: cornerstone Password: 157results

www.cornerstone.wa.edu.au

Scitech Science Awareness FestivalMr Meyer, one of our passionate Science advocates at the College is encouraging families to attend Scitech’s Science Awareness Community evening. You can see how science & technology are used in virtually every career, learn about diverse job opportunities in science-related fields, talk to potential employers and find out about university and TAFE courses. Interested? It’s on Thursday 6th March, 5:30-8:00pm at South Bunbury Football Club.

Parent Morning TeaJackie Tully is an enthusiastic Mum who finds great joy in helping parents feel connected in our College Community. She hosts morning teas on a fortnightly basis in the Home Economics room. Keep an eye out for the signs that will appear from time to time outside your child’s class for details. She (and we) would love to see you there.

Cornerstone SoccerExpressions of interest to play soccer for Cornerstone Soccer Club this year are currently being sought. Please email Louise at [email protected] by the 7th March with the name of player, their year at school, their date of birth and the age they are turning in 2014. It is necessary to lodge your interest now.

Sugito ExchangeSince 1994 there has been an annual student exchange between Busselton and Sugito, Japan, our sister city. It is open to all Year 9 students in our area.During the coming weeks, up to 15 students will be selected to participate in the exchange activities. An information evening for students and parents will be held at 6.00 pm, Monday 10th March at Cape Naturaliste College. Expressions of interest are due by Friday 28th February. Direct your queries to Tonia Kilian on 9781 1789 ([email protected]).

Mainly Music - hosted by Cornerstone Church.Mainly music has started again for the new year at 9.30am each Wednesday morning of term time, in the Cornerstone Church auditorium. It is a fantastic opportunity to have some quality time with your 0-4 year old child/ren, join in a fun music program, and share morning tea together. Cost is $5 per session for each family. All enquiries can be made to Emily on 0467 598 983.

Year 8 ImmunisationsParents of Year 8 students need to return their forms to participate in the Immunisation program. Please attend to this as a matter of urgency. Thanks!

The College has entered the world of Facebook. Keep up to date with the very latest that is unfolding, important reminders and updates, by liking our page. We are already seeing it as a useful communication tool and would encourage you to join the conversation today.

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Board ShortsLast newsletter, the College Board provided a short overview of their role at the College. This week, it’s time to list those that currently sit on the College Board.They are:Mr Greg Holland (Board Chair)Mr Eric Moorcroft (Deputy Chair)Mr Mike Wallace (Board Secretary)Mr Lee SykesMrs Andrea MardenMr Alex van WeesMr Kingsley ChapmanDr Gavin Riches (Sabbatical)Mr Bruce DouglasIn coming newsletters they will touch on the developments and planning they are currently involved with.