THE ARNDELL ADVOCATE NEWSLETTER 2016 118 - 124 WOLESELY ROAD OAKVILLE NSW PH: 02 4572 3633 ‘Learning through Christ’ www.arndell.nsw.edu.au From the Headmaster Mr Gareth Leechman The College has settled extremely well into Term 3 2016 and we have a busy term ahead of us. Preparations for 2017 are well under way and as a result of further enrolment growth the College Council has decided to create two new leadership positions for 2017. The first is the role of a stand- alone Deputy Headmaster and I am pleased to announce that Mr James Webb has been appointed to this important role. James is well known to the community having served it as Deputy Headmaster/Head of Senior School for the past 25 years, but by splitting the role we will be able to ensure the ‘personal touch’ we offer is maintained into the future. As a result we have commenced the process of advertising for a new Head of Senior School who will commence at the start of 2017. The second role is that of Head of Visual Arts. As the College grows it has been become more challenging to adequately meet the demands being placed on the CAPA Department and maintain the level of excellence we are pursuing. As of next year Mr Chris Wilson will now have oversight of the Music, Drama and Dance programs in the newly named role of Head of Performing Arts. I would like to thank Chris and his team for their work as a CAPA Department and this decision to appoint a new Head of Visual Arts largely came through discussions generated by Chris. This is an exciting development and we have commenced the process of recruiting and will keep you informed when decisions have been made. Finally, in our most current strategic plan, we are focusing on developing a learning and teaching framework which will underpin the pedagogical practice that occurs within this College. The framework’s development has been guided under the leadership of Mrs Karen Merrick and we have now reached the stage of creating the framework itself. Development of the framework will involve 22 of our staff going off campus for two days (Thursday 11 th and Friday 12 th August). Disruption to classes has been kept to a minimum and learning will occur as normal. I am really excited about the work of this committee as I believe it will add significant value to the education that we are offering here at Arndell Anglican College. Term 3 2016 I Issue 11 The Advocate Your fortnightly College newsletter In this issue Headmasters Notes Chaplaincy Chat 2016 Visual Arts Exhibition Junior School News Senior School News Upcoming Events P & F News Term Calendar
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Tasting the relief on the tip of my damp tongue relief surrounds me as I am released into freedom. Bursting out of me like a flower, a spray of water covers me as I sing at the top of my lungs. Along the water other whales begin to sing with happiness as we roam across the glistening ocean. Smiling, the boy with the generous father waves goodbye to my family and I as we swim away from danger. Across the beach crowds of people watch us return home as we sing goodbye to our fellow helpers.
Charging towards freedom like a raging bull nothing can stop me as I swim beside hope. Pure determination quickly pulls me closer to safety as the beach turns into a speck of dust. Joyfully calling to happiness I point my fin towards home. Gazing into the distance I see where I belong, away from danger and fright. Eagerly jumping in and out of the water I am covered in joy as we have made it home. Relief swirls in my stomach like a storm as I look back at the help given to me by caring people. Dancing above us in the sky birds whistle a beautiful tune to us. Covering the ocean, whales with smiles as bright as the sun excitedly welcome each other back home. Peaceful sounds of freedom flood through my body as we have defeated horror and fright of death. Gliding across the open water I remember the generosity of the people on the beach and the comfort they gave me. Knowing I am where I am meant to be I gaze back at the speck of dust. I am free!
Commonwealth Student Banking
Arndell Anglican College is an active participant in the Commonwealth Student Banking Programme.
Student Banking Day is every Thursday during term time and is available to our Prep to Year 6 students. Student Bankbooks
are to be handed in to their class teacher first thing every Thursday morning.
If you require paperwork to open an account for your child please
collect a banking package from Reception.
If you have any queries regarding the Student Banking Program
Year 10 visited the State Theatre on Friday 29th July to see Rolling Thunder Vietnam with Miss Hainey and Miss Cracknell. It
was great seeing history being represented on stage, and a fun evening in the city!
Australian History Competition 2016 In Week 5 of Term 2 the Blue classes for Years 7, 9 and 10 History took part in the Australian History Competition. This is a
50 question source based activity that requires students to have a general knowledge of History beyond the syllabus as well
as the skills of source usage and analysis. The results from this competition were very pleasing and included 3 High
Distinctions from Year 7.
Well done to all those involved!
Results:
High Distinctions 7 Blue: Jackson Deane Joey Mezzomo Amy-Louise Winterbottom
Distinctions 7 Blue 9 Blue 10 Blue
Spencer Blanch Christopher Cheetham Grace Brown Nash Cain Jake James Coco Chen
Christopher Leka Janaya Lee Jessica Steenbeeke Laura Light Bethany McGregor David Lavelle Ellynah Pitt Joanna Nanthakumaran Isabella Simmons
Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because
God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” So we say with confidence, “the Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?.”
I am excited to get the opportunity to share the gospel and grow as a Christian. I am looking forward to hanging out with my mates and getting to know new people.
I Like …….
Being outdoors, playing rugby & riding motorbikes
I Pray……
That God will strengthen me to effectively share the gospel. That everyone stays safe and happy. That we be good role models and that the team will get along and help
each other to have fun and grown in Christ
Interesting fact, I…….
Struggle to cross my legs
Breanna Maloney Year 10
Favourite bible verse John 15:13
“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends”.
I’m excited about getting to go to another country and see how passionate they are about their faith and how they learn about God. Also I am excited to see the Fijian
culture and how different their lives are to ours
I Like …….
Soccer, sport and shopping
I Pray……
Our trip is a success and that we are able to share our faith and have our faith grow. I
hope that we as a team are equipped with the correct skill set to spread the word of
God and make a difference on our Mission Trip
Interesting fact …….
My favourite childhood show was the teletubbies
2016 Fiji Mission Fundraising
A big thank you to all who supported our recent fundraising event. We raised around $1,200 for the tour from the sale of
our Lei’s, sausage sizzle and cake stall. Thank you all.
As per the Conditions of Enrolment, Fees and Charges are due and payable by the end of the first week of the term to
which they relate. Your commitment to on time payment is appreciated.
There are several options for paying fees:
Cheque, Cash, Eftpos, Visa or Mastercard – accepted at the main administration office every day between 8.00 am and 4.00 pm;
Cheques can be posted to the school – PO Box 4063, Pitt Town NSW 2756;
BPAY® - refer to your fee statement for reference details;
Online via the Edumate Parent Portal. This facility provides payment by Visa, MasterCard or American Express (1% surcharge applied) or via the SASC Direct Debit Payment Plan – refer to your fee statement for details.
IMPROVED FLEXIBILITY OF THE DIRECT DEBIT PAYMENT PLAN: Did you know that you can set up weekly,
fortnightly, monthly or termly arrangements on the Direct Debit Payment Plan including selecting the actual day in the
cycle you wish the funds to come out of your bank account.
Where circumstances arise that may prevent timely settlement, contact should be made with the Business Manager at
the College, Mrs Jodie Woods, on 4545 2485 for a private discussion about your circumstances.
Fees and Charges not paid by the end of term, and where an approved arrangement is not place and being met, could
lead to the exclusion of your student/s from the College next term.