BISHOP DRUITT COLLEGE COFFS HARBOUR 28 March | 2013 | Page 1 DYNAMIC • CARING • OPTIMISTIC Issue # 9 www.bdc.nsw.edu.au COLLEGE NEWS CHAPLAIN’S CHAT DATE CLAIMER: Please be aware that the Coffs Cup Day, August 1st, will be a pupil free day. Local holidays have now been gazetted such that we are obliged to give a half-day holiday to staff. Buses will run to their normal timetables, so we cannot run a half-day of school. We will operate Vacation Care all day that day, so students could come to school on their normal bus and go home on their normal bus if you require Vacation Care. Teachers will follow a half-day’s professional development program. The school (excepting Vacation Care) will close at 12.00pm on August 1st. Unfortunately, this decision is forced upon the school. I want to give you as much notice as I can of the interruption to our normal routine, so please note this in your diaries. You will notice that the date is marked as a Public Holiday on your BDC fridge magnet calendar. Vacation Care bookings for the Coffs Cup Day will be taken much closer to the time. Last week, I omitted to list Chin (a Burmese language) as one of those that was used in the Taizé service last week. My apologies to Monica Omtha (10), who read a passage in Chin. Our Year 12 students completed their half-yearly examinations this week. This represents another step towards the culmination of their school careers. These examinations, whilst an important gauge of a student’s success, represent only a small portion of the final school assessment mark that will comprise fifty percent of a final HSC mark. The HSC rewards ‘latest’ effort, which is why half of the final result is derived from the HSC examinations in Term 4. Simply put, any student who achieved a disappointing result in these examinations should take heart from the fact that the majority of marks to be earned are in front of them. It is not too late to revise, refocus and achieve strongly in the HSC. The HSC is unique in the fact that it is weighted more heavily at the end of the course – to reward improvement! This morning, we celebrated our whole school Easter service. It was great to see so many levels of the school involved in the service. Some engaging songs, great music, and terrific readings made for an enjoyable ceremony. During Lent, our students have learnt much about the sacrifices people make in the lead up to Easter, and the significance of Easter in the Christian calendar. I trust that you enjoy a relaxing and refreshing time with your families over this special weekend. The following is a link to a survey of our Pastoral Care and Welfare Programs offered by the College in 2012 (last year). Should you wish to complete the survey I ask that you do so by 3 April. All responses are anonymous. Click here for survey. Congratulations this week to: Mia Fisher (7) and Adelaide Fuller (7) have been selected to attend the NSW Waratah Camp trials for basketball in the coming • vacation Harry Ward (3) won a silver medal in the Shot Put at the NSW Athletics carnival held at Homebush last weekend • Jenny Taffs (12) played in a 50/50 cricket match for Combined Independent Schools. Jenny scored 90 of CIS’s 6/215. The CIS • team was then defeated by Combined High Schools in the final. Jenny was subsequently chosen in the All Schools Honour team. Jenny was also named Player of the Tournament, which is a significant honour in her final year of schools cricket. Principal’s App of the week: Evernote On the eve of our four-day Easter break may I bring your attention to an initiative of the Anglican Board of Mission. I would like to encourage you to start collecting used stamps and bring them into Bishop Druitt College. Ask your family and friends to join you in raising ABM’s profile in our community. The used stamps can be dropped off at the Front Office – we will then forward them onto the Anglican Board of Mission. The money raised from the sales of used stamps supports the work of the Anglican Board of Mission – working for Love, Hope and Justice. As we reflect on today’s Maundy Thursday Service for Easter may we remember Jesus, as we look into our own hearts and those of whom we care for. May you and your family be blessed this Easter and I pray that you have a safe and Holy Easter as you celebrate with family and friends. I have attached Bishop Keith’s Message for Easter , please find a quiet space to sit and enjoy it. Throughout our journey may we grow and reap the good harvest as we too discover Jesus together. Shalom FROM THE PRINCIPAL PASTORAL CARE Rev Marion Tanfield Chaplain Alan Ball Principal
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BISHOP DRUITT COLLEGEFAITHFULNESS IN SERVICE
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DATE CLAIMER: Please be aware that the Coffs Cup Day, August 1st, will be a pupil free day. Local holidays have now been gazetted such that we are obliged to give a half-day holiday to staff.
Buses will run to their normal timetables, so we cannot run a half-day of school. We will operate Vacation Care all day that day, so students could come to school on their normal bus and go home on their normal bus if you require Vacation Care.
Teachers will follow a half-day’s professional development program. The school (excepting Vacation Care) will close at 12.00pm on August 1st.
Unfortunately, this decision is forced upon the school. I want to give you as much notice as I can of the interruption to our normal routine, so please note this in your diaries. You will notice that the date is marked as a Public Holiday on your BDC fridge magnet calendar.
Vacation Care bookings for the Coffs Cup Day will be taken much closer to the time.
Last week, I omitted to list Chin (a Burmese language) as one of those that was used in the Taizé service last week. My apologies to Monica Omtha (10), who read a passage in Chin.
Our Year 12 students completed their half-yearly examinations this week. This represents another step towards the culmination of their school careers. These examinations, whilst an important gauge of a student’s success, represent only a small portion of the final school assessment mark that will comprise fifty percent of a final HSC mark. The HSC rewards ‘latest’ effort, which is why half of the final result is derived from the HSC examinations in Term 4.
Simply put, any student who achieved a disappointing result in these examinations should take heart from the fact that the majority of marks to be earned are in front of them. It is not too late to revise, refocus and achieve strongly in the HSC. The HSC is unique in the fact that it is weighted more heavily at the end of the course – to reward improvement!
This morning, we celebrated our whole school Easter service. It was great to see so many levels of the school involved in the service. Some engaging songs, great music, and terrific readings made for an enjoyable ceremony.
During Lent, our students have learnt much about the sacrifices people make in the lead up to Easter, and the significance of Easter in the Christian calendar. I trust that you enjoy a relaxing and refreshing time with your families over this special weekend.
The following is a link to a survey of our Pastoral Care and Welfare Programs offered by the College in 2012 (last year). Should you wish to complete the survey I ask that you do so by 3 April. All responses are anonymous. Click here for survey.
Congratulations this week to:
Mia Fisher (7) and Adelaide Fuller (7) have been selected to attend the NSW Waratah Camp trials for basketball in the coming • vacationHarry Ward (3) won a silver medal in the Shot Put at the NSW Athletics carnival held at Homebush last weekend• Jenny Taffs (12) played in a 50/50 cricket match for Combined Independent Schools. Jenny scored 90 of CIS’s 6/215. The CIS • team was then defeated by Combined High Schools in the final. Jenny was subsequently chosen in the All Schools Honour team. Jenny was also named Player of the Tournament, which is a significant honour in her final year of schools cricket.
Principal’s App of the week: Evernote
On the eve of our four-day Easter break may I bring your attention to an initiative of the Anglican Board of Mission. I would like to encourage you to start collecting used stamps and bring them into Bishop Druitt College. Ask your family and friends to join you in raising ABM’s profile in our community. The used stamps can be dropped off at the Front Office – we will then forward them onto the Anglican Board of Mission. The money raised from the sales of used stamps supports the work of the Anglican Board of Mission – working for Love, Hope and Justice.
As we reflect on today’s Maundy Thursday Service for Easter may we remember Jesus, as we look into our own hearts and those of whom we care for. May you and your family be blessed this Easter and I pray that you have a safe and Holy Easter as you celebrate with family and friends. I have attached Bishop Keith’s Message for Easter, please find a quiet space to sit and enjoy it.
Throughout our journey may we grow and reap the good harvest as we too discover Jesus together.
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Tim EganAssistant Principal (Head of Secondary)
Brett Bennet and Rosey Lang Student Environment Group Coordinators
From the head oF seCondary
student environment Group
BYOTOur evening this week proved to be very popular amongst parents and I would like to thank those who took the time to find out more. The College philosophy regarding technology is to embrace it whilst educating students in responsible and appropriate use to enhance their learning. I would like to thank the following staff members for preparing insightful presentations. Craig Verbruggen, Mike Colless, Dale Graham, Mick Booth and Alison Hollier.
If you would like to find out more about the information that was discussed on the night, please go to the following web address: moodle.bdc.nsw.edu.au and click on the link on the bottom of the left hand side entitled “Bring Your Own Technology”. All of the information is there for you to read.
David Ford of Coffs Computing was there to assist parents with purchasing needs. They have a special deal unique to BDC regarding Apple products and have set up a special email address for you to register your interest. I would encourage you to find out about this offer before you make firm decisions. The email address is:[email protected]
BYOT is an exciting educational development here at BDC and if you want to discuss this with your children, ask them about terms such as Moodle, Edmodo and Google Docs!
Congratulations to Tabitha Mokey who was awarded a Housing NSW Scholarship and is pictured receiving her award from Mr Mike Summerill.
Thank you to those parents who attended the inaugural Friends of the Environment breakfast. The meeting was a success and some very exciting potential future projects were canvassed so watch this space for upcoming activities. Any interested parents who were unable to attend on the day are welcome to email [email protected] or [email protected] anytime with ideas and input or any special skills or knowledge they may be able to offer the group.
The Student Environment Group are continuing to work on creating their website which will hopefully be unveiled to the world very soon. Grandparents recipe books are also being busily pored over in preparation for the baking frenzy that will supply cupcakes and goodies for our Wednesday, Week 11 lunchtime fundraiser – put this date in your diary! The students hope that as many families as possible participated in Earth Hour last weekend and enjoyed the wonderful ambience of candlelight in their homes. Until next week, here are some helpful tips for sustainable living.
Use natural ventilation in summer and close curtains and block drafts • Switch off lights and appliances at the wall when not in use • Limit your use of chemicals and know how to dispose of them • Grow your own fruit and vegetables and learn how to mulch• Use a worm farm or compost • Buy local, buy recycled, bring your own bag•
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Grade oF the week - kinderGartenKJ have been learning to write sentences. We love writing and have been trying to write recounts about our weekend. Here is some of our work:
KS have been learning to write. We loved writing about Harmony Day!
KS read the picture book ‘The Hungry Caterpillar/ by Eric Carle. We loved the illustrations and had a go at making our very own caterpillars.
KJ read the picture book ‘The Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. We loved the illustrations and had a go at drawing and painting our own caterpillars. This is Jaela’s caterpillar.
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Dale CondonHead of Music K-12
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perCussionists required
Members of Primary Performance Band, Superstrings, and Primary Guitar Group and took part in the 2013 Music Camp. 50 students and 8 staff made way to the Yarrahapinni Youth Centre for a weekend of music making. It was a very busy few days that involved group rehearsal, tutorial work and a full group piece “Rock Thing number 1” that saw all the students playing together.
A big thank you to camp mums; Jenny Booth and Rebecca Ireland and senior student volunteers; Harry Buchanan and Edward Condon, both in Year 12, whose care and assistance with the children was greatly received and appreciated.
Thanks to Hazel Buchanan, Santo Cimino, Louise Ray, Dale Condon, Sarah Matthews and Michelle Egan for making this camp happen and a great success. Thank you also to the parents and carers who drove the children there and back and for supporting this event.
The weekend concluded with a gala concert on Sunday afternoon from each of the groups and a combined performance. An audience of around 100 parents and friends were there for the concert. It was a terrific way to end a great event.
Practice, practice, practice!
The Australian Girls’ Choir are touring to our region at the beginning of Term 3 2013. This outstanding vocal group will be arriving in Coffs Harbour late afternoon on Sunday 14 July and departing for Newcastle on the morning of Wednesday 17 July. Musical details are still in the planning stage, but I am seeking support from our community to assist with billeting girls in pairs for 3 nights. An example of the work of the Australian Girls’ Choir is on the following URL. Click on the Qantas television commercial. You may have seen it already.
Several of our Secondary Ensembles require a Percussionist or two. These include Concert Band and Orchestra. Any music student who plays drums or piano may be interested. Please see Mr Condon for more details.
musiCal notes
Cis swimminG ChampionshipsCongratulations to the following swimmers who competed at the NSWCIS Primary Swimming Championships last week:
N• icholas Greenway – final jnr boys relayHunter Black – final jnr boys relay• Colby Noble – final jnr boys relay• Harry Ward – final jnr boys relay and BRONZE in the 9yr • boys 50 freestyleImogen Spencer • Claudia Benson• Darcy Newell•
Harry will now swim as part of the NSWCIS team at the NSWPSSA championships on 2 & 3 April at SOPAC, Homebush.
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Cross Country
upCominG events:
The BDC Secondary Cross Country run will again be held at Boambee Beach this year, but will have a morning start to coincide with the tides. All races will start from the southern end of Boambee Beach and will consist of a 3km run for 11, 12 and 13 yrs boys and girls, 4km’s for 14 / 15 yrs boys and girls and the 16, 17 and 18 yrs girls, and a 6 km run for the 16, 17 and 18 yrs boys. Students in the 3 and 4 km runs will walk the rest of the beach with teachers, once they have finished their run. Students will be required to wear their sports uniform to school and will assemble in the Greenroom in their age groups, ready for buses to depart the college at about 9.00am. Races will start at approximately 9.30am and students will be brought back to school ready for period 4.
Wednesday 3 April – Secondary Cross Country, Boambee BeachThursday 4 April – MNC Secondary Rugby 7’s Championship Friday 5 April – Senior Primary Cross Country, BDCWednesday 10 April – Bill Turner Trophy, Orara High SchoolWednesday 8 May – Junior Primary Cross Country, BDC
important dates and events
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Good Friday Public HolidayEaster Monday Public HolidaySecondary Cross CountrySecondary Mid North Coast Rugby 7’sSenior Primary Cross Country7-12 Social
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parents and Friends
This week at OSHC we have been celebrating Easter. Kids have been making Easter baskets and Easter cards. We also had an Easter Egg Hunt up in the primary playground, we each got to eat one chocolate easter egg. This week children have also been working on there coloring competition, winners will be announced in next weeks newsletter. Next week we will be focusing on our sun smart program as we have some fun in the sun. We will be hitting the oval, and playing ball games such as dodge ball and tunnel ball. Later we will be taking the hula hoops and skipping ropes out.
A reminder that the vacation care program is now out and up on the OSHC website.To make a booking for Vacation Care please notify Mariellos on 0266517400 or send an email to [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you at OSHC soon.
CALLInG fOR ExPRESSIOnS Of InTEREST!Want to be involved in your child’s schooling? The P&F currently have an email group that is often used to inform parents of upcoming P&F/College events, news, volunteer requests etc. You do not have to be a P&F member to be included, so if you want to help out every once in a while or just want to hear about upcoming events or information please email [email protected].
nExT P&f MEETInG – MOnDAY 20 MAY, 6.30PMDon’t forget our next meeting is on Monday 20 May at 6.30pm in the Senior Common Room. We will be voting on the proposal to hand over the Canteen Management from the P&F to the College. Please come along for information and discussion about the College and upcoming events, refreshments provided.
MOTHER’S DAY – SunDAY, 12TH MAY 2013Mother’s Day is on Sunday, 12th May and the P&F will be holding their very popular Mother’s Day stall on Wednesday, 8th May. If you would like your child/children to be able to choose a gift for their mother, step-mum, guardian or Nan, please book your gift(s) on TryBooking, via the College Website before 29 April to avoid running out of gifts on the day.
COnTACT uSFor more information, to view our Constitution or read our latest meeting minutes, click on “Our Community” then “Parents and Friends” on the College Website. We look forward to your support.President: Allan Williams 0408 332 082 [email protected] & F email: [email protected]
next Meeting: 20 May 2013, 6.30pm in the Senior Common Room - refreshments provided
The Bishop Druitt College Parents and Friends Association is an organisation that supports the aims and objectives of the College. It does so through the promotion of fundraising, fellowship, friendship and fun.
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The Right Reverend Keith Slater Telephone: (02) 6642 4122 Bishopsholme 35 Victoria Street PO Box 4 Facsimile: (02) 6643 1814 GRAFTON NSW 2460 Email: [email protected]
BISHOP OF THE ANGLICAN DIOCESE OF GRAFTON
Bishop's Message Easter 2013 Dear Pilgrims on the Way, Greetings in Christ. In the midst of this Holy Week, standing between Palm Sunday and Maundy Thursday, I am very aware of the journey our Lord took to the Cross and then to the tomb - which we find empty on Easter Day! 'He is not here! He is risen!' This saving action of God for us all and for all time happened through Jesus who was arrested, crucified and died on a cross - the ignoble death of a criminal. Even so, the action would have been pointless - it would have been meaningless - without the resurrection - without Jesus rising from the dead. Death and resurrection! In the Christian faith, these are two halves of the one saving action of God. What does this action have to say to us today? The same as it did in the first century, except that it applies to each of us today. God loves us. God comes among us in Jesus. God reaches out to us. God forgives us. God embraces us. God desires to be in living relationship with each one of us. God's action in Jesus demonstrates for us the enormity of God's love for each one of us - in fact for the whole of creation. What is asked of us? To love God in return and to love our neighbour as much as we love ourselves. Peace and blessings for this Holy Week and Easter.
