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Central Coast Adventist School

Tap Into Your Creativity‘God created man in His own image...’ Genesis

1:27 NIV

Creativity is simply doing something well - in the best way that you would do it. But isn’t it funny how little we tap into that God-given creativity? Think about all the jobs left half-done, all the imaginations left alone since childhood. Other people might be more educated and experienced, but they don’t have a monopoly on creativity. No one does - only God. And He has freely created people in His image. That means you!

Creativity is a gift of our God-reflecting identity. It’s a shame when this gift gets shunted aside. Maybe you feel called to paint, preach, play a piano, build a business, nurse, farm... or whatever. Make the leap and do it. Don’t think about doing it, don’t plan to do it... just take a step! If you wait until you can do it perfectly or without criticism, you’ll never do it.

Walking on water begins with one step of faith. Doing what God’s designed you to do also brings you closer to Jesus. You see, Jesus wasn’t in the boat during the storm. He was out on the water, saying to His disciples, ‘Come.’ (Matthew 14:29 NKJ) Only one of them did: Peter. And though he did it imperfectly, it changed his life. Creativity is like that. So don’t be afraid, tap into your creativity and watch what happens!

- word4U2day (an adaptation of The Word for Today authored by Bob & Debby Gass)

CAMPUS NEWSSpeech Night - Thursday, 12 December 2013Our Speech Night programs are an opportunity for the whole school community to celebrate the culmination of another school year and we would like to invite you all to come along and participate. Both the Primary and Secondary programs will be held in our Sport Centre. Primary School (Kindy - Year 6)• The Primary school program will commence at

4:30pm and conclude at approx. 6.00pm• Doors will open at approx. 4.15pm after sound

checks for musical items are completed. • Students are expected to sit with their parents

during the program.• Seating will only be reserved for parents and

siblings of Year 6 students.• All students must be in school uniform including

school shoes. • Reports, portfolios and school magazine will be

distributed at the end of the program. High School (Years 7-12)• The High School program will commence at

7:30pm and conclude at approx. 9.00pm• Doors will open at approx. 7.15pm after sound

checks for musical items are completed• Students are expected to sit with their parents

during the program.• Seating will only be reserved for parents and

siblings of Year 12 students.• All students must be in school uniform including

school shoes and no jewellery.• Reports and school magazine will be

distributed at the end of the program.NB: Please note that due to the finish on our Sport Centre floor no stiletto heels to be worn inside. Food and drink not permitted in the Sports Centre.

Student Nominations being sought for External Engagement AwardsThe University of Newcastle has offered to sponsor two awards to be presented at speech night. The awards are for 2 students (one from primary and one from high school) who have actively engaged with the community outside of any school involvement, via charity work, community service, musical participation, sports etc. Students will receive a trophy and cash prize.We are asking for the school community to nominate worthy recipients for consideration. If you would like to nominate a student, please send in or email the student’s name and supporting information, detailing in what capacity they have been involved or contributing to the wider community over 2013. All nominations must be submitted by Friday 22th November 2013.Nominations will be presented to School Staff to select the award recipients.Please send nominations to Peter Wrankmore: pwrankmore@ccas.nsw.edu.au or Rebecca Stratford: rstratford@ccas.nsw.edu.auPlease note, nominations cannot be made by immediate family members.UNIFORM SHOP NEWSBook Pack Orders - LAST CHANCEThis is your last chance to place your book orders for 2014. Please make sure you see the Uniform Shop today.LIBRARY NEWSLibrary WebpageHave a look - follow the ‘Library’ link under ‘Current Students - http://www.ccas.nsw.edu.auTextbook ReturnsYear 10 students need to return all textbooks as soonasyouhavefinishedwiththemtoensurethederegistration process at the end of November goes smoothly.Year 12 – De-registrationPlease note that textbooks need to be returned as soon as possible. The ‘New Year 12’s’ need them!Thefinanceofficecannotfinaliseanyde-registration matters until all outstanding items are returned.Many thanks for your cooperation on this matter.

Book Club ordersThe FINAL Book Club brochures have been distributed this week. All Scholastic and Koorong Book Orders with payment must be handed in to the library by Monday, 25 November.PATHFINDER NEWSLast Saturday night we had our END OF YEAR ACTIVITY NIGHT at the Peninsula Leisure Centre. It was a night full of fun, fun, fun and many laughs … there was action in the pool, loads of fun slipping & sliding down the waterslide with some ball games on the side. Thank you to everyone who joined in the fun on the night to make it the success it was.LOST PROPERTY:- There is still some lost property from our CLUB CAMP and a couple of items left behind after our End of Year Activity night. If any of the following items: blue tarp; tent in Ikea bag; towel (orange/blue/white pattern); or board shorts (red & black checked) sound like they could be yours please send an email to the Club’s email address. Any remaining items will be taken to Investiture for afinalopportunitytoclaim.Thankyouallforyourassistance with this. INVESTITURE:-ThehighlightofourPathfinderyearisourInvestitureprogramduringwhichPathfindersare rewarded for their hard work throughout the year by receiving their Unit badges and Honour patches. This program will be held at The Haven Church on the school campus on Saturday morning, 30 November. Pathfinderswillneedtoarriveattheschoolat10.30am in their FULL DRESS UNIFORM. If you are missing any components to your Uniform, ie the CCPC patch for the shirt sleeve, please contact Leanne on the Club email below. SAN CAROLS FUNDRAISING ACTIVITY:- Our annual fundraising event will again be held on the second Sunday in December, 15th at the SAN Carols. This event is a vital funding component toourPathfinderClubandfundsraisedassistusinsubsidisingPathfindersforCamporeesandpurchasing Club equipment. Our main focus for fundraising is the SPD Camporee in January 2015 where4000to6000PathfindersfromacrosstheSouthPacificwillcometogethertocamp,playandfellowship together. For this fundraising activity to be a success we really need the assistance of our olderPathfindersandparentswiththevariousfood

stalls we are responsible for. If this is something you are able to assist with please advise us accordingly via the Club’s email. A few helpers are needed from mid morning, with the majority of helpers required from late afternoon to close/pack up time.Should you require further information please contact your Unit Leaders or Leanne West, Club Secretaryoncentralcoastpathfinders@gmail.comDates to remember:30 November - Investiture – Full Dress Uniform to be worn15 December - SAN Carols Fundraising ActivityPRIMARY SPORTYear 5/6 BasketballOur HRIS basketball teams are needed for the local Graham Brown Cup on November 18 at Niagra Park. We will be training the teams on Monday mornings, 7:55am.Runner ClubFor all the running addicts out there….. We are slowly dipping our feet back in the water with Friday morning running. This is for all students from year 2 to 12 who are interested in doing some off-season training for cross country. We meet on Fridays, 7:50am at the metal steps of the sports centre on the oval. Parents are welcome to join.Infants Swimming CarnivalThe infants swimming carnival is held for year 1 and kindy students on the 29th of November at Woy Woy’s Peninsula Leisure Centre. Notes were sent out last week via email. Parent Fitness ClassesOurmorningparent’sfitnessclasseshavebeenagreat success this year with Mondays, Wednesdays & Friday classes. Sessions are from 8-9:00am, and are meeting at the sports centre to begin the sessions.. The classes are run by “Fired Up Fitness” at a cost of $10 per session. If you are interested in coming along, please contact kylie@firedupfitness.com.auorcdavis@ccas.nsw.edu.au.New faces are more than welcome!Hassett’s Tennis Coaching Tennis coaching is on Tuesday’s, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s from 3pm here at school.Little Lessons maximum of 5 per class, 1/2 hour

class, age 5-7, $8 per child per lesson.Semi private lesson maximum of 5 per class, 1 hour class - all ages, $15 per child per lesson.Private lesson, 1/2 hour class - all ages, all standards, $30 per 1/2 hour.Loan tennis racquets are available if you don’t have your own. Call Brad to book your spot now on 0448 628 944, or email bradhassett@bigpond.comSECONDARY SPORTHRIS Junior Touch GalaCongratulations to our two junior touch teams who travelled to Nelson Bay this week. Our junior girlsfinishedtopoftheirpoolintheroundgamesand played off against St Phillip’s Port Stephens toprogressintothefinal.Unfortunately,wewerejust beaten despite a valiant effort. It was a real pleasure to spend the day with this team of girls who have trained hard, played hard and shown true teamwork, sportsmanship and friendship with each other. Very proud!The junior boys played well throughout the day with momentsofrealteamcohesionandflair.Overallthey played strongly and represented CCAS very well.Congratulations!Isabella Faulder (Yr 8) has been selected into the CIS Girls Water Polo 17 & Under Squad. Such a fantastic effort and achievement at a young age. CCAS is very proud!Kate RichardsOur very own Kate (Yr 7) travelled to Adelaide in September representing NSW All Schools at the Nationals School Swimming Titles. She competed in several events with some absolutely outstanding results. Well done and we’re so happy all your hard work & early mornings paid off. Kate’s events and placings are:1st - 13 & U 50m Breaststroke4th – 14 & U 50m Breaststroke6th – 14 & U 100m Freestyle6th – 14 & U 50m Freestyle2013 ASBCIn2weeks,wehave4basketballteamsflyingtoMelbourne to take part in the Australian School’s

Basketball Championships. It is a week-long tournament that our teams of students have been training towards for the majority of 2013. We have U15 Boys, U15 Girls, U17 Girls and U20 Boys teams competing during the week, which involves 39 students.HRIS Softball GalaWell done to our team of 9 softball girls who finishedin2ndplaceattheHRISGala.Thegirlsdominated every pool game and displayed real sportsmanship and teamwork. The topped their pool and played against Macquarie College in thefinal.Unfortunately,MCwastoostrongforushowever, we had two girls selected into the HRIS Softball Rep team – congratulations to Sophie Lane and Jessica-Ellen Standen (both Yr 10).

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