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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

11th and Friday 12th 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



Chaplaincy Chat Rev Jeremy Clark

Philippians 1:27

‘Live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.’

In the last week we’ve seen the beginning of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. I always love the Olympics, a time to come

together as a world and watch athletes perform amazing deeds. As a Christian I am always in wonder at how God creates

each human uniquely to perform at such a high standard.

In Chapel this last week we’ve been exploring some famous Christian Olympians. The first was

Eric Liddell, a man who gave everything to serving God. Eric, also known as ‘The Flying

Scotsman’, famously chose to change away from his favourite event, the 100m, to compete in the

200m and 400m at the 1924 Olympics in France. His reason for changing, he was convicted that

he should not compete on a Sunday, a day of rest, which is when the heats for the 100m were

on. The movie, Chariots of Fire is based on this story.

Eric competed in the 200m and 400m, winning Bronze in the 200m and Gold in the 400m.

However, for Eric the story doesn’t end there. After the Olympics he gave up on running to become

a missionary in China. To him, serving God meant going to another country and sharing the

wonderful news about Jesus. During his time in China a war started and most British nationals

left the country. Eric sent his wife and children home but remained himself to keep serving and

telling people about Jesus.

Eric ended his life in an internment camp where he continued to serve wholeheartedly despite

failing health. He died in 1945 at the age of 43. One report of his last words were, "It's complete surrender", in reference to

how he had given his life to God.

As I consider Eric and his life I think he lives out the call of Philippians 1:27 for the Christian. He lived his life in a manner

worthy of the Gospel of Christ right to the very end.

May we, at this time of celebration of athletic ability, consider who we live for and what sort of life we will live.

If you wish to chat about the Christian faith or ask general questions about chaplaincy, please contact the Chaplaincy Team at

the College.

Hope – Fly High Billie Fund



2016 Visual Arts Exhibition



Junior School

Student Work

Stranded Natalie Sproule – 6W

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

please contact Miss Sarah Todd at the College.



Senior School

Year 10 – History Excursion

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

Lachlan Watts Sarah Pye David Sproule Alvin Wu

In addition students achieved:

7 Blue 9 Blue 10 Blue Credits 9 7 5 Merits 3 4 3



2016 Fiji Mission Profiles

Cooper Elvin Year 10

Favourite bible verse

Philippians 4:13

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”

I am excited to see what change we will

have on the kids.

I Like …….

Water skiing, motocross & rallying

I Pray……

That the trip runs smoothly and that we

have a positive influence

Interesting fact, I…….

Have never moved house or schools

There are 6 people in my family

Brooke Ellison Year 10

Favourite bible verse Proverbs 3:5-6

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your

ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight”

I am excited to have fun and meet the children in Fiji

I Like…….

Motorbikes, hanging out with friends

& water skiing

I Pray……

For good health and wellbeing


Have never moved house or schools

Georgia Price Year 11

Favourite bible verse Proverbs 16:9

“in their hearts humans plan their course but the Lord establishes their steps”

I am super excited about meeting the kids and participating in team activities.

I Like…….

Sport, hanging out with friends & travelling

I Pray……

That we have a safe trip, good weather and that we have lots of fun and spreading the

word of the gospel


Like the colour green. I can wolf whistle & my

favourite food is Tacos



2016 Fiji Mission Profiles

Joshua Muller Year 10

Favourite bible verse Hebrews 13:5-6

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


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.



Events @ Arndell



Reminders

College Fees are Now Overdue

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.

P&F News



Term 3 Junior College Calendar

Week 2B Monday 25/7 Tuesday 26/7 Wednesday 27/7 Thursday 28/7 Friday 29/7

Infants Chapel / Primary Chapel

Visual Arts Show

Week 3A Monday 1/8 Tuesday 2/8 Wednesday 3/8 Thursday 4/8 Friday 5/8

College Photo Day

Junior School Awards Assembly (Year 5)

Week 4B Monday 8/8/ Tuesday 9/8 Wednesday 10/8 Thursday 11/8 Friday 12/8

Year 3 Excursion – The Rocks

Year 4 Gala Day

P& F Meeting

Year 2 Excursion – Vaucluse House

Year 1 Excursion – Rouse

Hill Farm

K – 6 Chapel


Science Week Science Week Science Week Science Week Grandparents Day

Science Week


National Book Week National Book Week National Book Week National Book Week

Book Week Parade

National Book Week

Junior School Awards Assembly (Year 3)


Gifted & Talented Camp – Year 6

Stage 1 – Eisteddfod Father’s Day Stall

Infants Chapel / Primary Chapel


Change to Summer Uniform

Arndell Co-curricular Sport Photos

KG Excursion – Sydney Observatory

K – 6 Chapel


Parent Teacher Interviews

Parent Teacher Interviews Awards Assembly – Kindergarten


Dreamtime Story Telling Arts Whizz – Open Classrooms

K – 6 Chapel



Term 3 Senior College Calendar


Year 11 – Hospitality Workplace

Year 7 Immunisations

RFS Cadet Program


Stage 5 – Subject

Information Afternoon



Australian Mathematics

Competition


Visual Arts Show

Year 10 Rolling thunder


College Photo Day

RFS Cadet Program

Fiji Awareness Day HSC Drama Evening

Week 4B Monday 8/8/ Tuesday 9/8 Wednesday 10/8 Thursday 11/8 Friday 12/8

Trial HSC Examinations

HICES Debating – Interregional Finals

Trial HSC Examinations Trial HSC Examinations

Fiji Mission – Parent Information Evening


P & F Meeting


Year 11 Excursion – Jewish Museum


Science Week


Science Week


Science Week


Science Week


Science Week




RFS Cadet Program

HSC Music Evening


Stage 6 – Anti Bullying Workshop

Year 12 – Business Studies Day


Change to Summer Uniform

RFS Cadet Program

Arndell Co-curricular Sport Photos - High School

Year 12 – Police Liaison Session

Year 11 – Examination Week





RFS Cadet Program




Year 7 Medieval Excursion


Year 12 Valedictory Service

Year 12 Valedictory Dinner

Year 9 Camp Year 9 Camp

Year 7 – 12 Camp

Year 9 Camp Year 9 Camp



College Contacts

Headmaster: Mr Gareth Leechman

Deputy Head / Head of Senior School: Mr James Webb

Head of Middle School: Mr Austin Robinson

Head of Junior School: Rev. Keith Peterson

Director of Curriculum and Policy: Mrs Karen Merrick

Director of Teaching and Learning: Mr Jim Milford

Director of Staff and Student Welfare: Mrs Lynn Gillen

Chaplain: Rev. Jeremy Clark

Business Manager: Mrs Jodie Woods

Enrolments Manager: Mrs Roxanne Arnold

Careers and Tertiary Education Advisor: Mr Tom Lavelle

Equestrian Co-ordinator: Miss Kristen Bailey

[email protected]

Uniform Shop: Mrs Liz Moore – 4572 3254

Tuesday and Thursday (Term Time)

8.20 am – 11.00 am & 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Before and After School Care: Camp Australia - 1300 105 343 (for bookings)

www.campaustralia.com.au

Before School Care: 6.45am – 8.45am

After School Care: 2.45pm – 6.00pm

Miss Jamie (Co-ordinator) – 0401 904 531

P & F President: Mrs Siggy Grima

Email: [email protected]

Canteen: Monday – Friday – 4545 2486

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