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57 High Street, Waratah 2298 - 02 4960 6600 - www.spcc.nsw.edu.auTerm 1 Week 8

Dear Parents,

You would be aware that our College Core Values are: Christ First, Serve One Another, Strive for Excellence, Do What’s Right and Build Community. These values are not ‘set and forget’ words that are pulled off the shelf and dusted from time to time, but dynamic principles that permeate through all areas of College life on a daily basis. In our endeavour to continually Strive for Excellence, the St Philip’s Christian College Foundation, through the McCrindle organisation, conducts an annual survey across all St Philip’s schools, that invites responses from students, parents and staff. Results from the survey, which are summarised in the info-graphic below, are used by executive staff as they seek to determine areas of strength and areas in need of attention in order to set future goals. Please note that these results are specific just to our school; St Philip’s Christian College – Newcastle. Any comments or feedback are welcome.

Strongly/somewhat agree

St Philip’s Christian College provides a learning environment that is…

Up to date with College facilities reflecting changing learning styles

Innovative in its approach to education

Strongly/somewhat agreeWith a holistic focus on student development

Very/somewhat effective

Students are effectively supported to

Very/somewhat equipped

The College is equipping students with skills for the future

90%

92

89%

89%

Students are encouraged to have respect for themselves and for others

Students are equipped to manage technology well

Students are encouraged to make a difference inthe world

Achieve their best Develop spiritually Develop their leadership

Problem solving

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Presentationskills

The St Philip’s Christian College Newcastle learning environment

90%

Team work and collaboration92%

90%

91%

90%

86%

91%

%

Digital skills92%

89% 88%

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20-22 June 2019 Civic Theatre Newcastle

ST PHILIP’S CHRISTIAN COLLEGE PRESENTS

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Book by BAZ LUHRMANN & CRAIG PEARCEAdapted by TERRY JOHNSON

Introducing new musical numbers byDAVID FOSTER, SIA FURLER,

ISAAC HASSON, BERNIE HERMSBAZ LUHRMANN, MOZELLA,

THERON FEEMSTER, CRAIG PEARCE, EDDIE PERFECT, LINDA THOMPSON,

ELLIOTT WHEELER

Orchestrations by SIMON HALE

MethodologyOnline survey of St Philip’s parents, sta and students conducted in September – October 2018. Parents n= 358, sta n=95, students n=417 spcc.nsw.edu.au/ mccrindle.com.au

Morals andvalues

Nurturing environment

Reputation

Top three strengths of the College

Top three reasons parents send their child to St Philip’s Christian College

Yes definitely/somewhat

Parent’s believe their child’s life has been enhanced during their time at St Philip’s

Yes definitely/somewhat

The positive staff experience

The College Experience

of parents, staff and studentsare satisfied with their College experience

89%

Christ-centered school

Nurturing environment

Reputation

Students most enjoy

Great friends Friendly teachers Sport programs

Enjoy coming to work each day

Are proud to be a staff member of St Philip’s Christian College

Feel part of the St Philip’s staff community

100%

Academically

88 %Socially

88%Spiritually

90%

98% 98%

Parents believe their child’s life has been enhancedduring their time at St Philip’s

NEWSLETTER ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS; EMAIL [email protected]

25 March 2019 Year 5 & 6 ‘Amazing Me’ program

26 March 2019 Year 5 & 6 ‘Amazing Me’ follow up

27 March 2019 Year 11 Entertainment & Media Whitecard

29 March 2019 Year 10 Textiles Incursion

27-29 March 2019 Year 4 Camp

5 April 2019 Cross Country Carnival

8 April 2019 SPCC Easter Service

9 April 2019 PTF Annual General Meeting

10-12 April 2019 Years 9, 10 & 11 Camps

12 April 2019 Last day of Term 1Year 8 Medieval Day

19 April 2019 Good Friday

20 April 2019 Easter Saturday

21 April 2019 Easter Sunday

22 April 2019 Easter Monday

25 April 2019 ANZAC Day

30 April 2019 Term 2 commencesSPCC Anzac Service

8 May 2019 PTF Mother’s Day StallPTF Mother’s Day Breakfast

14 May 2019 PTF Meeting

15-17 May 2019 Year 6 Coachwood Camp14-21 May 2019 NAPLAN16 May 2019 Newcastle & Lake Macquarie Careers Expo

21 May 2019 Year 11 Parent/ Teacher Interviews

22 May 2019 School Photo Day

27-28 May 2019 Empowering Youth Conference

28 May 2019 Year 5 Sydney ExcursionYear 11 Expo

29 May 2019 Family Photos and catch-up photosKindergarten 2020 Information Evening

EVENTS CALENDAR

WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

25 March Rowan Yr 4 Camp Donna Pearce Mel Flavell Sue Darby Yr 4 Camp

1 April Yr 4 Camp Stephanie Clayton Yr 4 Camp

Renee Walker Stephanie Clayton Sally Carroll

Karen DeJuliis Elizabeth Kelley

8 April Amanda Crook Sally Radford Renee Walker Stephanie Clayton Sally Carroll

Karen DeJuliis Elizabeth Kelley

CANTEEN ROSTER

Every 2ND Tuesday each month at

the Barracks Cafe.

Light supper provided.

Contact Hilary: 0439466848

PTF Meeting

2019 TERM DATES

Term 1: 30 January – 12 April

Term 2: 30 April – 28 June

Term 3: 22 July – 27 September

Term 4: 14 October – 4 December


In 1984, Graeme Evans was a young teacher hoping to get permanent work. That desire became permanent indeed when he was offered a position in the fledging St Philip’s Christian College in its third year of operation. Thirty-five years on, Graeme is a well-known and well-loved member of staff who has dedicated his career to the College. After Executive Principal Graeme Irwin, Graeme Evans is the longest serving member of staff across the entire organisation.

Graeme’s first class had twelve Year 4 students and took place in a room at the top of the old house. The evening before he was to start teaching, a Board member came into the room to paint a black board onto one of the walls with blackboard paint. Playground duty was done from the balcony of the old house where there was a great view of the whole playground. In his first year at SPCC, Graeme instigated the first trip to Canberra.

In 1989, a Board Inspector advised the Head of Junior School, Michael Dunn that he needed someone to help him. Graeme was appointed to the position of Deputy Head of Primary School.

In 1992 Graeme began what has become a legendary St Philip’s rite of passage, the Coachwood camp. In looking at the primary programs, Graeme Irwin, told Graeme Evans there was not enough poetry in the English curriculum. The idea was born to take students into the bush and give them an experience to write about. The Ballad of Coachwood was born.

Graeme continued to be an innovative teacher who was known for his great care for students. One of his students, Brittany Flinn, remembers this about him.“Mr Evans was to me - the epitome of what I wanted and needed in a teacher. He was tall (to me), strong and capable, but soft, funny and warm - as a struggling kid, he was like the best friend, the father and the leader I needed, we all needed, rolled into one. My favourite memories with him involve his crazy antics with our camping trip to Coachwood, our class fish, Oscar, and the way he tolerated me starting an anti-animal cruelty group in year 7. When Mr Evans said his door was always open, he meant it. We knew he truly had our backs. Mr E, I am eternally grateful for the impact you had on my life and I’m sure many others are too.”

When the idea of a Middle School was being investigated in 1998, Graeme had serious misgivings, so he joined the committee in order to help them ‘avoid wrong decisions’. Throughout this time, Graeme was prayerful, and earnest in his research, and he came 180 degrees in his viewpoint. Graeme was appointed as Head of Middle School and led the St Philip’s community in changing to the three sub-school model. So strong were his convictions about the value and purpose of middle schooling that Graeme ended up serving as the President of the Middle Years Association of Australia and New Zealand for many years.

In 2017, Graeme was promoted to the role of Assistant Principal as he continued to lead the Middle School. In 2018, Graeme moved into the role of Deputy Principal. He gets great enjoyment in being involved in the life of the whole College.

Graeme holds a Masters of Educational Leadership from UNSW and is a certified Gallup Strengths Coach. He uses this knowledge and skill base to bring a strengths focus to the College as he works with staff, leaders, and students.

Throughout his 35 years at the College, Graeme has been strongly supported by his wife Jane, and sustained by his close family ties. He loves spending time with his family, cycling, hiking, babysitting his grandchildren, and serving in his church, Northlakes Salvation Army. We are so glad that God called Graeme to St Philip’s Christian College and rejoice in the ways that He has used Graeme’s gifts to strengthen the educational and community life of the College. He is a person who exemplifies the Core Values in all he does. His key verse is Malachai 4:2, “For you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its rays.” May this continue to be true for you and your family Graeme, as you continue to serve in this place.

Recognition of Staff ServiceGraeme Evans: 35 Wonderful Years


RSVP at https://spcc.brushfire.com/events/452882


Year 11 Design and Technology students travelled down to Sydney on Thursday, 14th March to visit the Powerhouse Museum. The museum was home to the SHAPE exhibition of exemplar HSC Major Design Projects from 2018. The students immersed themselves with industry experts, experimented and interacted with tools, materials and technologies on show, and were inspired by last year’s HSC projects and portfolios. It was a very successful and eye-opening excursion for the students who will soon be starting their own Major Project journey in Term 4 this year. Design Technology teachers Rebecca Garred and Sophie Maher were incredibly proud of these students’ focus and excited attitude throughout the day.

Year 11 Design and Technology Excursion


Forty Middle and Senior School students dived into action at the Hunter Region Independent Schools Swimming Competition on Thursday 14th March at Lambton Pool. The rain held off and many of the races ended in a close finish for first and second place. St Philip’s Christian College, Newcastle received second place at the carnival. Congratulations to all students who represented our school. A special mention to the following students who were awarded Age Champion.Gem Crittenden 13 Years Girls Age ChampionIsabella Campbell 14 Years Girls Age ChampionSaxon Coates 16 Years Boys Age Champion The Junior Girls 12-14 Years Relay Team won both the Medley and Freestyle relays. Congratulations to Taylor Allen, Isabella Campbell, Gem Crittenden, Tiana Sargeant and Ava Hendra. The Girls 15-16 Years Freestyle relay team won first place. Congratulations to Cassandra Fayers, Sarah Harris, Grace Grey and Savannah Angelozzi. 26 students will now go on to compete at ACIES on the 26th March.

Diving Into Action


ActingJustly

What does justice mean to you?What are some opportunities in everyday life to act justly?How do we determine what is just and fair?How did Jesus model both justice and mercy?What other Learning Habits does Acting Justly relate to?

MICAH 6:8NKJV

BELIEVING IN GOD

DISCUSSIONS:

DEFINITION:

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Acting Justly is taking action to make things right because we care about people. This may mean humbly admitting we are wrong or standing up for someone who is being wronged. Acting justly requires courage.


Construction students are generally active, confident, outgoing young men. These traits make them influential leaders among their peer group. Harnessing and nurturing these leadership skills during Year 11, provides the opportunity for

students to use their talents to serve others during school and beyond. Our hope is to soften their hearts to the plight and need of others by taking them to Indonesia, connecting with school Sekolah Pelita Harapan for their mandatory construction

work placement. This will allow them to complete a building project for a local Village School, developing their civic and spiritual intrinsic responsibility

as active global citizens.

Financial aid will be used to either support a student who could not afford to attend, contribute to the cost of supplies in Indonesia for the renovation project and/or sustain future projects.

We will partner with Sekolah Pelita Harapan regarding the project. We are seeking support from our local school community and wider community to provide either/or:

Contact: 02 4960 [email protected]

$1000-$5000 $5000++ Business name on students shirtsNamed Major SponsorBusiness details/logo on all marketing material

Self- funded, skilled Christian workers to accompany the trip as mentors working alongside students during the construction/renovation process

Curriculum Support has commenced on Wednesday after school from 3.15- 4.15 in room S2 (upstairs in the Senior School building) for students in Years 7-12 who would like assistance in planning, organizing & completing Summative/Formative assessment tasks.

The Support Teacher Years 9-12 Mrs Debra Lyne & Mrs Jo Birchill (Director of Learning Support K-12) will offer support & guidance to students who wish to take advantage of this program. Students can attend on a needs basis & should bring along their Summative/Formative assessment task & associated research material or Home Learning. Parents need to make arrangements with their child re collecting at 4.15pm.

If you would like to discuss the Curriculum Support Program in further detail please contact Mrs Debra Lyne on Extension 6450 or Mrs Jo Birchill on Extension 6638.

Wednesday Afternoons

Before SchoolMonday from 8:05 am in S12 with Mrs Koskinen

Second Half Lunch TutorialsTuesday in S13 with Mrs Howard

Thursday in S20 with Mr Southwell After School Tutorials

(3pm – 4pm)Monday in S17 with Mr Jonas

Thursday in S18 with Mrs HarrisThursday in S13 with Mrs Howard (only for Standard Maths students)

Maths Tutorials


UNIFORM SHOP NEWSOPENING HOURS (during school terms)

MONDAYS: 8:00AM – 11:00AMTUESDAYS: 8:00AM – 11:00AMTHURSDAYS: 1:00PM – 4:00PM

Winter Uniform: March is the month to shop for winter uniform! All students are required to wear the winter uniform in terms 2 and 3. Please visit the shop and get your child ready as the shop will be open limited hours during the holiday break (these hours will be in next weeks newsletter)

Outline of Winter Uniform required in Terms 2 and 3!JS/Girls: pinafore, long sleeve shirt, bow tie, stockings (or white ankle socks), olive jumper, black fleecy jacket (over the jumper if cold)JS/Boys: trousers, long sleeve shirt, olive/gold tie, olive jumper OR olive vest, short grey socks, black fleecy jacket (over the jumper or vest if cold)MS/Girls: *Skirt remains the same. short sleeve or long sleeve unisex shirt, bow tie, olive jumper, stockings (or white ankle socks), blazer MS/Boys: trousers, short sleeve or long sleeve shirt, olive/gold tie, olive jumper or vest, short grey socks, blazer. SS/Girls: *Skirt remains the same. short sleeve or long sleeve unisex shirt, black/gold tie, black jumper, stockings (or white ankle socks), blazer SS/Boys: short sleeve or long sleeve unisex shirt, black/gold tie, black jumper, short grey socks, blazer

Blazers: If you haven’t ordered a blazer yet please place your order NOW. Please note: your child must be fitted in the shop before an order can be placed. We have 2 styles: unisex and women’s – a more fitted style.

*More blazers have arrived, parents have been called and orders are in the shop ready for collection. Please check your messages, voicemails etc and come in to collect your order.

Rain Coats: Winter is on its way and these waterproof raincoats protect from the wind and rain while travelling to and from school. Especially good if catching public transport.

They are durable, comfy and clear so you can still see our great SPCC uniform when out and about. All sizes, one great price - $22!Second-hand: Shop now for MS/SS boys trousers and unisex short sleeve shirts – see list below for all the size available. A huge thankyou to those families who are supporting the school and helping other school families by dropping in uniform items to be sold via the shop or making a donation to our welfare boxes. Consignment forms are available at the shop or by downloading from the SPCC webpage via the ‘uniform shop” tab. At the end of each term you will receive credit vouchers for any items of yours that have sold and these are like “cash” and can be used in the uniform shop or swapped with another parent for cash. If you no longer have children enrolled a credit to your bank account will be applied. When purchasing or selling second-hand items from any of the 4 SPCC uniform shops you can be assured that you are purchasing good quality and correct uniform items as our processors follow the SPCC Second-Hand Policy and this ensures that standard of uniform at St Philip’s remains high. Any questions or concerns regarding uniform items, please see Bridget in the shop or email [email protected]. If you would like to volunteer and help with the processing of items, please email me.

Currently available on our racks and shelves are the following…

All Year RoundMS Olive Skirts - sizes Y4, W10, 12, 14 & 16SS Grey Skirts - sizes 8, W10, 20 & 22Sport Shorts - sizes 2 & 3XLSports Pants - sizes 8, 10, 12, XS, S & XL Sports Jackets - sizes 12 & XLJS Fleecy Sports Pants - size 12JS Fleecy Sports top - sizes 2 & 4Construction Shirt - size SSports Bags(4)Winter/Terms 2 & 3JS Pinafores - sizes 10 & 12 JS Trousers, Elastic-back - sizes 8, 12, 13, 14, 16 & 18JS/MS/SS Trousers, belt loop - sizes 12, 13, 18, M6 & M7 JS/MS Olive Jumpers - sizes 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 & 14 (all size 4’s brand new, previous brand $60, save $12)JS/MS Olive Vests - sizes 12 & 14SS Black Jumpers - sizes 18, 20 & 22 JS/MS/SS Long Sleeve Shirts - sizes 16, 26 & 30 MS/SS Short Sleeve Shirts (MS/SS) - sizes 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24 & 30MS/SS Blazers - sizes 11, 13, 18 & 22 JS/MS Tie - sizes M & LSS Tie - sizes M & LSummer/Terms 1 & 4JS Khaki Shorts, Elastic back - sizes 4, 8, 10, 16JS Khaki Shorts, Tab - sizes 4, 6, 8, 10 ,12, 14 & 16JS Khaki Shirts - sizes 12 & 14 JS Summer Dress - sizes 8 & 10 MS/SS Boys Overshirt - sizes 12, 14, 20 & 22MS/SS Girls Overblouse - sizes Y10, W10, 12 & 14MS/SS Grey Shorts, Elastic back - sizes 8, 10, 12, 13 & 16 MS/SS Grey Shorts, Belt loop - sizes 12, 18, 19 & M7 + size 12 (new, $30 save $5)New items/Excess stock or Previous brand – find them in the second-hand area at the back of the shop.Sports Jacket - size XL $60 (save $20)Spots Pants - size XL $35 (save $15)Sport shorts - size 2 (thinner fabric, 5 pairs left) $15 (save $11)Sport Shorts - L, XL & 2XL (incorrectly sized) $15 (save $16)Olive Skirt - size W10 $45 (save $10)JS Fleecy Pants - size 3 & 12 $20 (Save $16)White Head Band (1 left) $3Smoke damaged stockLong sleeve white shirt – size 20 $10 (save $18)Summer Dress – size 12 $30 (save $35)Hair accessories, assorted - $3

All items listed above are available as at 20/03/19 and this list is updated every week for the newsletter. ALISON GILLAREA MANAGER – SPCC UNIFORM SHOPST 02 4960 6698 M 0435 653 531E [email protected] www.spcc.nsw.edu.au


FREE & Fun Program for Fitter, Healthier, Happier kids!

Term 2 Program: Revolution Sports and Trampoline Park. Maryville

Are you ready to improve your family’s health? Go to www.go4fun.com.au to register or learn more.

Go4Fun is a FREE healthy lifestyle program for kids above a healthy weight to improve health, fitness, self-esteem and confidence. What is the Go4Fun program? Go4Fun is a FREE 10 week program which runs over one school term after school hours. During the program children and their families get involved in fun games and activities to get more physically active and they learn about delicious nutritious foods they can eat every day. Children need to be 7-13 years old and a parent or carer also needs to attend. Siblings are encouraged to attend. To find out more contact 1800 780 900 or visit www.go4fun.com.au

FREE Fun Program for Fitter, Healthier, Happier Kids!

Term 2 Program: Revolution Sports and

Trampoline Park. Maryville

Are you ready to improve your family’s health?

Go to www.go4fun.com.au to register for Go4Fun.

Go4Fun is a FREE 10 week program which runs over one school term after school hours. During the program children and their families get involved in fun games and activities and learn about delicious nutritious foods they can eat every day. WHO? Children aged 7-13 years old accompanied by parent or carer. Younger and/or older siblings are encouraged to attend. Go to www.go4fun.com.au or call 1800 780 900 to register

or learn more about the program.

An annual competition providing young composers the opportunity to have their work performed and recorded for future broadcast.

2019 Award DetailsThe Young Composer award winner will receive;

• A cash prize of $5,000 (five thousand dollars)

• Two premiere performances of the winning composition with the Willoughby Symphony on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd June, 2019

• A recording of the premiere performances by Fine Music 102.5 for future broadcast.

• The runner-up will receive (without a performance);

• An APRA (Australasian Performing Right Association) Encouragement Award, consisting of a cash prize of $500. This prize is not transferable.

EligibilityTo enter, applicants must be;

1. Under the age of 30 (born on or after 1 January 1989)

2. An Australian Citizen

3. Currently residing in Australia

Submission CriteriaThe composition/score submitted must;

1. Be a new, original composition never before performed or published

2. Be no longer than ten (10) minutes duration

3. Use the following intrumentation:

• Solo Trumpet

• String Ensemble (Violin 1, violin 2, viola, cello, double bass)

The instrumentation is based on one of the other works in the program. The Fine Music 102.5 / Willoughby Symphony Young Composer’s Award has been a distinguished springboard for a generation of young Australian composers. The 2019 winning work will be conducted by Fabian Russell.

More information can be found at:

https://www.finemusicfm.com/yca.html


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