15 MARCH 2018 - TERM 1

NEWS AND VIEWS7 Gregson Place, Caloundra Q 4551 P: 5436 6777 F: 5491 5103

E: general@calcc.qld.edu.au W: www.calcc.qld.edu.au

College ContactsFront Office ReceptionOpen: 8:00am - 3:45pm Phone: 07 5436 6777 Email: general@calcc.qld.edu.auStudent ReceptionOpen: 8:05am - 3:15pmEmail: studentrec@calcc.qld.edu.auAbsentee LinesPhone: 07 5436 6767SMS: 0418 986 308

Uniform ShopTuesday: 8:00am - 9:30am 2:00pm - 3:30pm Thursday: 8:00am - 9:30amOnline ordering available through MSA

Outside School Hours CareOpen: 3:00pm - 6:00pm (term-time) 7:00am - 6:00pm (Holidays) Phone: 0422 843 760Early Learning CentreOpen: 8:00am - 4:00pm Phone 07 5436 6797

College MissionTo provide Christ-centred education, strong foundations for life and learning.College VISIONTo be the Sunshine Coast’s leading provider of quality Christian education where staff and students flourish.College Values

A Achievement R Relationships I Identity S Service E Excellence

AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM OUR COLLEGE PRINCIPAL'Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.' 1 John 4:7-8.

This week across Australia, many schools are

participating in the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence in Schools – Friday, 16 March. The theme is, ‘My World’ free from bullying’.

During this week and next week, our College will be surveying students regarding aspects of bullying and cyberbullying that are affecting them. These surveys are carried out three times each year, and have been part of our ongoing strategy across several years, to ensure that we are addressing bullying in our school from multiple angles. Of course, students are encouraged to report any issues of bullying as early as possible, so they may be addressed promptly.These reports can be given in the first instance, to class teachers or supervision teachers on duty, followed by our College Chappy Linda, Counsellor Lynn Woods, Heads of Houses, or Heads of School.On Thursday, 15 March, students in Years 5 – 9, participated in a webinar for schools across Australia, by the Office of the E-Safety Commissioner.

During the webinar, students were asked to provide feedback, and to make suggestions about how to eliminate or lower the incidence of bullying and its impact in and school, as well as being presented with a number of relevant scenarios.As I led some of those discussions, I was extremely impressed with both the attention given by students and the positive thoughtful responses they gave.

After the webinar, discussion was held around what to do to report bullying or cyberbullying, and where to go for support.

This included:

• Seeking out a caring adult/parent• Calling Kids Helpline• Speaking to teacher/Chaplain/

Counsellor• Reporting on the social media

website• Reporting directly to the Office of

the E-Safety Commissioner…. and more

The ‘Bullying No Way’ website has some excellent resources and strategies to assist students and

families in dealing with bullying.Parents will also be given opportunity to provide feedback around bullying and cyberbullying, through an online survey being launched next week. (Details to follow early next week.)Mrs Lockyer – Head of Primary, will take the opportunity during the 15 minute Ed Talks at Primary Parent Teacher Interviews, to speak about the findings of both student and parent surveys, as well as sharing some current research on bullying and cyberbullying.Once students have completed their surveys, any issues raised will be followed up by our Heads of Schools and Pastoral Care Team (Chappy Linda and Counsellor Lynn Woods).

Mark HodgesPrincipal

LET'S STAMP OUT BULLYING IN OUR SCHOOL!

Parents and students are invited to participate in the range of activities that are planned for this week around the Bullying. No Way! Campaign.

Check out the 'Bullying No Way' website for parent, and student resources. It is very helpful in understanding what it is and what we can do about it.

We have included on this page a few things parents can begin to do.

Mark HodgesPrincipal

1500

88

1. Listen calmly and get the full story.

2. Reassure your child that they are not to blame.

3. Ask your child what they want to do about it and how you can help.

4. Visit www.bullyingnoway.gov.au to find some strategies.

5. Contact the school.

6. Check in regularly with your child.

If your child talks to you about bullying:

www.bullyingnoway.gov.au

QUESTIONS AFTER SCHOOLParents, grandparents, and carers love to check in with their child to see how their day at school has gone. It is often not easy to elicit a response that leads into genuine communication. Families can feel pressure from a growing number of sources and regular, healthy communication can foster a strong protective factor during these times.

Below are some ideas that you may like to use to initiate conversation with your child. You can find the full list of fifty questions to ask after school on HerViewFromHome.com.

• What made you smile today?• Can you tell me an example of kindness you

saw/showed?• What did you do that was creative?• Who did you sit with at lunch?• Was anyone in your class gone today?• Tell me something you know today that you

didn’t know yesterday?• Did you like your lunch?• What was the hardest rule to follow today?• If you could change one thing about your day,

what would it be?• What made your teacher smile? What made

her frown?• If you could switch seats with anyone in class,

who would it be? And why?• What kind of person were you today?

I would also enjoy feedback around questions that you have found helpful when talking with your child. Perhaps we could update and share this with others in our school community.

Lynn Woods - School Counsellor Email: lynnw@calcc.qld.edu.au

REGIONALS SUCCESSCongratulations to both Sam Newnham and Molly White who competed at the Regional Swimming Carnival. Both students are heading to State Swimming Championships.

Results from the RegionalsSam won five events: 50m and 100m Back, 50m and 100m Fly, and the 100m Free. Molly won three events: 50m and 100m Fly, and 100m Free.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH Why not get involvedStudents in our community are involved in many activities such as, photography, sport, hospitality and service, church leadership, music. There are many activities on the list that can qualify you for the Duke of Edinburgh or the Bridge Awards. Why not you?

What is the Bridge Award?The Bridge Award is a positive youth development program that is both fun and challenging. It offers young people the opportunity to gain new skills, improve their physical fitness, participate in community service and develop a spirit of adventure. The Bridge Award is available to young people aged between 11 and a half and 25 years. It builds confidence and resilience and is a great introduction for the many young people who progress on to the Bronze level of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award (from 14 years).

What’s involved? There are two levels of the Bridge Award and each level has four sections. Participants choose from a range of different activities and create their own unique program, with goals that match their individual interests and abilities.

Level One: encourages young people to have new experiences, gain new skills, become more confident and achieve greater independence.

Level Two: builds on the skills gained in Level One and provides young people with opportunities to develop these further and keep having fun.

What is The Duke of Ed?The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is an exciting international development program for young people. Anyone between the ages of 14 and 25 can take part and the best bit is you choose your own activities and set your own goals.

Through The Duke of Ed, you can learn new skills, explore new places and meet new friends along the way. If there is something you have always wanted to try, The Duke of Ed may be just the motivation you need to get started. The Duke of Ed has three levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold.

Caloundra Christian College is an accredited Duke of Edinburgh Award facilitator. If you would like to get involved in either of these initiatives, please contact Mr Rob Antcliff at the College, on 5436 6777 or email Mr Antcliff at roba@calcc.qld.edu.au.

Your adventure starts here The Bridge Award

More information

phone 1800 177 338

email qld.award.office@det.qld.gov.au

website www.dukesaward.qld.gov.au

Contact your Award Leader today!

The Duke of Edinburgh’s

International Award

…start your adventure

Participate. Connect. Achieve.

2018 ROTARY YOUNG DRIVER AWARENESS (RYDA) PROGRAMLast week, Year 11 students participated in the RYDA program. The program aims to inform students of good driver practice by highlighting crucial road safety messages. Students experienced six interactive sessions focusing on Speed and Stopping – the physics of stopping; Hazards and Distractions; Personality Testing; Rights and Responsibilities – Police talk on risk behaviour; After the Crash – a personalised account of how crashes impact people’s lives and the emotive story of Genevieve and the ripple effect of car crashes. Rotary hosts the RYDA program at Corbould Park Racecourse each year. In the images below, the cohort listen attentively to the Speed and Stopping presentation whilst Denika and Natasha give a thumbs up to the program.

PRIMARY SPORTS UPDATEUnder 12 Basketball reportOn Monday, 12 March the CCC team took on the Pacers. Playing without standout Rain de Beer, the girls showed increased confidence, with Matilda and Scarlett both scoring. Drew and Danny also contributed to the 13 point total. The Pacers once again dominated the game, winning convincingly. Matilda was awarded the Most Improved Player award.

Under 14 Basketball reportOn Monday, 5 March our team took on the Lakers. The team played with their characteristic aggression and focus; however, were once again let down by poor shooting. Their physical presence, passing, and anticipation are improving every game; once they dedicate themselves to shooting and lay-up practice, we will see some victories. CJ Udeh was in incredible form, scoring 12 of the team’s 14 points. His determined effort resulted in him claiming the MVP for this game. The full time score was 30-14 to the Lakers.

On Monday, 12 March the CCC team played against the Pistons. Max Gordois played with freedom and confidence, top scoring for CCC. Samuel Briggs and Isaac Westbrook also found the basket, but the Pistons were extremely difficult to defend against, and ended up with the win. Corey Simpson played with courage, and was selected as the Most Committed Performer.

Year 4 Camp Highlights

Year 5/6 Camp Highlights

CHAPPY’S CORNERLast week, I was very blessed to attend both Year 4 and Year 5/6 camps. There is something very special about quality time, and that's exactly what I experienced this past week. There were so many wonderful memories made at camp; however, I have to say, the students’ enthusiasm to take on new challenges, was what inspired

me the most. Even though the rain bucketed down, it did not dampen their experience. I was so proud of each and every student. They all stepped out of their comfort zones in one way or another. I was not let off the hook either. After I challenged the whole Year 4 cohort to give the giant swing ago, I was called to the same challenge. I thought my excuses to ‘not’ participate were pretty good but it didn't wash with the students, so up I went. Thank you Year 4 for your encouragement – you made me brave on Friday. Rumour has it that Mrs Lockyer took on the even bigger swing at Tallebudgera camp – great job! It's so good for students to see their teachers having fun alongside of them. A little side note – the chicken schnitzels were much bigger on the Mapleton camp – sorry to deliver that news to you Mr Strickland!

This coming Friday, 16 March, our College will participate in the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence in Schools. The national day is a positive day that provides a focus for school communities to talk about the importance of working together against bullying and violence. As a College, we totally support this initiative and stand against bullying. We are constantly working with staff and students to create a safe and loving College.

On Thursday, 1 March, a team of students and I were privileged to take part in the Share-A-Meal program. We cooked and served a meal to those who are experiencing some sort of hardship. I was so proud of the way the students conducted themselves. So many people commented on how caring and polite our students were. Thank you so much for giving up your own time to serve others. We will be participating again in Term 2.

Only a few more weeks until we break for Easter. Whilst we all look forward to the holidays, it is very important to take time to focus on the reason for the holiday...JESUS!

Reflect, Rest and Refresh

'He was raised to life to make us right with God'

Romans 4:25

National Day of Action Against Bullying Friday, 16 MarchP&F AGM and Meeting Thursday, 22 March - 7:00pmKindy College Explore Tuesday, 20 & Thursday, 22 MarchEnergise Friday, 23 MarchQueen's Baton Relay Thursday, 27 MarchTerm 1 ends Thursday, 30 March

save the dateTERM 32 August6 September

TERM 411 October1 November

TERM 23 May7 June

TERM 11 Feb1 Mar

Buy a gift for your mother, grandmother or another special person in your life

Mother’s Day Market

Thursday, 10 May 2018

save the dateGifts range from 50c to $15.00

Cross Country Friday, 20 AprilMother's Day Market Thursday, 10 MayEarly Years Open Day Saturday, 12 May NAPLAN Tuesday, 15 - 17 MayGrandparent's Day Wednesday, 30 MayFather Daughter Dance Friday, 8 JuneOpen Night Wednesday, 20 June

EVENT DATES - TERM 2

We're excited about the arrival of the brand NEW 2018 | 2019 Entertainment Books, as well as the Entertainment Digital Memberships, which put all of the value of the Book onto your phone. Order your new Entertainment Book before 19 March 2018 and you'll receive six printed Early Bird Offers, or order an Entertainment Digital Membership and your Early Bird Offers will be loaded straight onto your phone – a nice little taste of what is to come!

To order your copy give us a call on 5436 6777 or order online at:

https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/2225x27

This year we are fundraising for our Chaplain, Chappy Linda.

EVENT DATES - TERM 1

2018 TERM DATESTerm Dates LengthTerm 1 Monday, 22 January – Thursday, 29 March 10 weeks Prep to Year 9 and Year 12 Tuesday, 23 January – Thursday, 29 March 10 weeks Years 10 and 11 Term 2 Monday, 16 April – Friday, 29 June 11 weeksTerm 3 Thursday, 19 July – Friday, 21 September 10 weeksTerm 4 Monday, 8 October – Thursday, 6 December 9 weeks

LETTERS/EMAILS SENT HOMEAll School• Parents and Friends Notice of AGM 2018• 2018 P&F Committee Nomination Form• Building Update #1 – Tender Awarded• NAPLAN Practice Testing Years 3, 5, 7 and 9• Commonwealth Games Queen's Baton Relay • NAPLAN Exemption, Special Provision and Withdrawal communications• Father Daughter Dance • Parenting SeminarPrimary School• Year 3 Excursion letter to Maleny Dairy and Mary Cairncross

Secondary School• Year 7/8 Camp - Sydney and Canberra• Secondary Dance Team

CCCAFÉ ROSTER FOR TERM 1

Week 9 Week 1019 MARCH Carol Radloff 26 MARCH Carol Radloff

20 MARCH Helen Corliss 27 MARCH Deb Newnham

21 MARCH Nina Stubbings 28 MARCH Jackie Buchsbaum22 MARCH Carol Radloff 29 MARCH Carol Radloff23 MARCH Kyoko Baker 30 MARCH Phyl Hallewell

PREP 2019 ENROLMENTSWe encourage all our existing families, who have children going into Prep next year, to get their applications in as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Should you have any questions, or wish to organise a tour of the College, please do not hesitate to contact our Enrolments Team on 5436 6728 or email enrolments@calcc.qld.edu.au

SPECIAL PREP ENROLMENT OFFER:

If you complete the enrolment process (application, interview, and payment of the enrolment fee) by 30 June 2018, you will receive a $100 uniform shop voucher to help with the cost of Prep Uniforms.