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COFFS HARBOURFAITHFULNESS IN SERVICE15 August | 2014

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Yesterday, we celebrated Grandparents’ Day at school. It was a treat to have so many grandparents and ‘grandfriends’ visit BDC. As well as the regular Primary Assembly, the day included morning tea for grandparents and their grandchildren, and ended with classroom visits.

Our grandparents are an integral part of our school community. For many of our students, the part played by their grandparents is what makes it possible for them to come to BDC. Grandparents are often the ‘picker uppers’ or ‘dropper offers’, allowing parents to get to their jobs. Many others babysit after school until parents get back from work. That sometimes means a sleepover at Nan and Pop’s one or two days a week. Indeed, there are some grandparents who are very much more involved than that in the parenting of some of our students.

Indeed, there are some grandparents who contribute in part or in full to the school fees for their grandchildren. That is an extraordinary gift – the gift of a quality education.

Some have made contributions to our Building Fund, and that has helped us to pursue projects like the Branson Centre and other capital works on campus. In so doing, they contribute significantly to the quality of the school facilities their grandchildren enjoy.

Our grandparents are also willing volunteers, whether in Primary classrooms, with our Secondary ESL students, or in the Canteen. Their contribution is significant across a range of areas at the school.

Grandparents’ Day is more than just a chance for grandparents and ‘grandfriends’ to come to school to see their grandchildren at work and play. It is a very important day for us, because we pause to thank our grandparents for the extraordinary part they play in our community. Theirs is a fundamental contribution to the life of our BDC community, and it is something we do not take for granted. We do thank them sincerely for all that they do.

Congratulations this week to:

the following students who participated at the Australian championships in Sports Aerobics: Paris Warncken (6) and Natalie Giri • (5) who placed 2nd and 3rd respectively in the Primary Yellow singles stream; Montanna Coulson (10) who competed in a pair in the Secondary Yellow stream and placed 3rd; Tess Parker-Reynolds (6) who placed 1st in the Primary Blue singles stream; Alexis Warncken (10) who placed 3rd in the Secondary Orange stream.Paris and Natalie who performed spectacularly at the Grandparents’ Day assembly.Alex Wulff (12) who has been accepted to do two weeks medical experience in Tanzania with Gap Medics at the beginning of • next year.

Date Claimers:

Wednesday, 3 september: Melinda Tankard-Reist (details to follow)Friday, 5 september: 20th Anniversary Gala Concert, 7pm in the Branson CentreUntil 20 september: 20th Anniversary Art Show continues at Coffs Coast Regional Gallery

When I was growing up my mother would always remind me to treat others in the way that I would want to be treated. I was reminded of this recently whilst at the Anglican Schools conference where keynote speakers included Dr Bruce Robinson, lung specialist and Professor at University of W.A. Dr Robinson reflected on the theme of the conference which was “Mining the Soul” and said that he was blessed in his life and wanted to give back to humanity by volunteering his skills in international disasters such as the aftermath of the Tsunami in Aceh, where he assisted as part of the medical recovery team.

Bruce went on to say that through ‘loving your neighbour’ he satisfied a hunger within him to volunteer for International Health Service and serving the poor opened the door to a rich and full life. He commented that our lives are sometimes like chocolate eggs cut in two - hollow - but when they are nurtured and fulfilled they can turn into a caramello life - the life that’s rich and golden - so that we don’t look back with any regret.

His comment on not looking back with regret comes as a lung specialist and from his work with the dying whilst sitting alongside men in particular who mostly express their regret about not spending enough time with their children when they were younger. He said that they would make comment “I wish someone had helped me see the importance of this when I was young and busy.”

Dr Robinson is the founder of thefatheringproject.org that provides information for fathers and the difference that they can make when they spend one on one time with their children. The Fathering Project is a University of Western Australia-based non-profit team of professionals whose aim is to help fathers realise how important they are in a child’s life and to give them advice on how to encourage their children.

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Carmel Spryacting assistant Principal (Head of secondary)

from the acting head of secondaryThe secondary campus continues to be a hive of activity. Last week our Year 9 students participated in their Outdoor Education camp at Nymboida where they participated in activities such as bushwalking, canoeing, abseiling and bike riding. Many of our students found elements of the camp challenging and have learned about themselves and their peers through their experiences. Thank you to the staff, Mr Brown, Mrs Hilton, Ms Reinhold, Mr Kitcher, Mrs Cooper, Miss Bird, Mr Russell, Mr Blythe, Mr McSkimming, Mrs Lang and Mr McCormack who also challenged themselves and worked closely with the Year 9 students during their time at camp. I am sure they all returned with many stories of their experiences. Students’ time at camp is often one of the events they reflect on as Year 12 students completing school.

While the Year 9 students were off campus, our Year 8 Coordinators Mr Troy Sodeau and Mrs Hollier organised and ran a pastoral program for two days. They participated in a range of workshops and activities where the focus was respect for them, each other and their environment. This was a very valuable two days for our Year 8 students. A very special ‘thank you’ to Mrs Harrington who organised many of these activities and worked with the students for the two days.

The Year 8 students finished their week with the annual ‘Medieval Day’ run by the HSIE faculty to enhance the classroom learning in History. This is always a wonderful and enjoyable day for the students. They learn a great deal and enjoy it. Again, thank you to the History teachers who organise this activity for our students.

Our Year 12 students have now completed their Trial HSC examinations and would be in the process of reflecting on their performance in these examinations. The students are encouraged to spend these last few weeks working closely with their teachers and their peers to address areas of relative weakness and refine their knowledge and skills for their final examinations. Remember that the HSC is a marathon not a sprint! Next Wednesday we will run a Post Secondary Pathways evening for Year 12 and their parents where they can get valuable information for life after school. Students and parents will have the opportunity to speak to people about university, TAFE, work, accommodation and financial support. We look forward to seeing as many students and parents as possible.

UPCOmiNG eVeNts FOr seCONDarY20 August – Post Secondary Pathways Information Evening for Year 12 students and parents 27 August – Year 11 Parents Cocktail Evening from 5.30pm 3 September – Year 9 Parents Cocktail Evening from 5.30pm10 September – Year 8 Parents Cocktail Evening from 5.30pm

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Rev Marion TanfieldChaplain

Their work is also aimed at father figures such as grandfathers, stepfathers, uncles, mentors, youth leaders, teachers, pastors and coaches, knowing that many children do not have much father contact at all.

Bruce said that three of the most important things to remember are 1. Being there always, 2. Showing unconditional love regardless of academic results, sporting attributes, looks, personality, behaviour and beliefs, 3. Making your kids feel special by identifying what is special about them and saying it to them one on one.

Throughout our journey may we grow and reap the good harvest as we too discover Jesus together.

Dates tO remember

Please remember if you want to be baptised or confirmed that forms need to be submitted by Friday 22nd August to allow for preparation of candidates.

CCCC’s get together will be held at ABM’s annual Garden Party in Grafton on the 13 September at Bishopholme.

Shalom my friends,

future chef 2014 – calling all food & Beverage BusinessesBishop Druitt College will be hosting the 2014 Future Chef Challenge and are looking for sponsorship from within the Bishop Druitt Community.

The Future Chef Team Challenge is a unique experience for the students, the school and the region. It provides the opportunity to showcase local food, give realistic gate to plate experience, provide a cross section of student groups to investigate, imagine, create and bring to life the full culinary experience, providing full restaurant service. The team challenge is about appreciating what is local, reducing food miles and food footprint.

The Future Chef Challenge is a regional event that has the vision to become a State and National Championships and has the potential to provide great exposure for your business. If you can help, we are looking for local sponsorship in the form of produce to use as the STAR ingredient in our menu. For further information or expressions of interest, please contact Joel Blythe [email protected] or Sue O’Connor [email protected]


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careers To view the many opportunities on offer for BDC students, please like the careers Facebook • page on the careers website at http://bdccareers.com

WOrk exPerieNCeStudents participating in the 2014 Work Experience Program (24-28 November) must return • their completed Form B Student Placement Record and Form C Employer Acknowledgement by 6 September. Parents of students who have a placement outside of our region must also complete Form D Out of Region Consent.

BDC will write to host employers confirming the placement details for participating students early in Term 4.

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Year 12 Year 12 parents will have received the invitation to attend the Post Secondary Pathways Information Evening for Year 12 students • and parents on Wednesday 13th August from 6.00pm in the college theatre. The aim of the night is to help students address many of the issues associated with the transition from secondary to tertiary life or employment and to answer many of the frequently asked questions.

Below are some tips for Year 12 students to assist their transition planning from school:• – Tip 1: reflect and act now.– Tip 2: attend BDC Post Secondary Pathways Evening.– Tip 3: engage in conversation with a variety of people about your future plans.– Tip 4: do effective research, visit potential institutions.– Tip 5: prepare to apply– Tip 6: make and refine plans and lists (funding opportunities?)– Tip 7: apply to UAC asap– Tip 8: consider submitting via UAC: SRS, EAS and equity scholarship applications.– Tip 9: book times to discuss plans with the Careers Adviser.

A great starting point is http://bdccareers.com. For open days see calendar and other news at http://bdccareers.com/?page=newsletter and for the new UAC managed schools recommendation schemes for nine institutions http://www.uac.edu.au/documents/srs/SRSbooklet.pdf

Robyn CrispCareers adviser

visual artsAny student interested in entering the Sawtell Annual Art Exhibition is welcome to come and collect an information booklet from me. All works will need to be for sale and there is combined prize money of over $4,000! The cut off date is 24th August for entries.

Please also remember to visit the Regional Gallery in town to view the Bishop Druitt College 20th Anniversary Art Exhibition. Our Head of Faculty, Ms Teena Goodman, curated this wonderful exhibition and we are all grateful and amazed with her hard work. The results are inspiring.

Rebecca BrownVisual arts

from the head of primaryWe had a wonderful turnout for Grandparents’ Day on Thursday and the weather was extremely kind to us. There is nothing better than watching grandparents spending time with their grandchildren, not only in the classrooms but also at assembly and morning tea. A huge thank you to all those who attended to support their loved ones. I am convinced some didn’t even want to leave at lunch time!

I know lots of things have changed over time but the wisdom that grandparents had has certainly not diminished. It is great when we have our families live close by and can support our young families but with the amazing ways that the Internet can help with communication, we are not so far from family members who are separated by miles.

Grandparents have so many roles to play in a family. For instance,

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Primary Father’s Day

StallThursday 4 Septemberfrom 9am - 10.30am

Gifts will need to be pre-purchased by 1 September via the Activity Payments page on the BDC website at $7 per gift.

Karin Lisleassistant Principal (Head of Primary)

music soirees•- Guitar students of Mr Santo Cimino will be showcasing works in progress on Thursday 21st August from 5pm. All are welcome and light refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the evening.

- Brass students of Mr Gergely Malyusz and Mrs Lisa Malyusz will showcase their works progress on Tuesday 26th August from 5pm. This will also be a send off for the Malyusz’s who will leave BDC and Coffs Harbour at the end of the month. All are welcome. Please bring a small plate of food to share. Tea and coffee will be available.

they often share stories of the past and include stories of family members, traditions, important events and of growing up, and these stories help to give children part of their family identity.

Often grandparents look after children while parents work, they babysit, drive kids around, and are a confidante. Grandparents share their skills and talents and provide positive role models to their grandchildren. Even if you do not live close by, that constant communication is vital to building relationships with the children.

Many grandparents love to play with their grandchildren, they are not occupied with all the things mums and dads are dealing with day to day, and can spend more time with the children. I know from my own experience that I have more patience and understanding than I did when I was a young mum.

Often children confide in their grandparents and this is a wonderful way for grandparents to guide their grandchildren with wisdom they have gained over time. And the cuddles are great, too! So thank you again to all the grandparents who visited us this week, and thank you to all the grandparents who spend time and care on their grandchildren.

If you walk around our playground at the moment you will see many enthusiastic students skipping, either in Fitness time or at recess and lunch time. We have many talented skippers who can even do tricks with their skipping ropes.

Next week we are holding our Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser on Friday from 1.30 – 3pm. We encourage all students to bring a gold coin donation for our National Heart Foundation charity. I would encourage all children to bring extra water, it could be a hot day, and of course no one will be allowed to participate if they do not bring their hats.

Speaking of which, we still have a pile of jumpers and hats in lost property. I have left the boxes outside my office to remind students to search through to find their property. Please also remind them to look for these uniform items.

writers of the week

KL has been doing a HSIE & Science unit on ‘Farms’. We read the book “Who’s in the Shed?” The students were given the first page of the book and then they had to write what happened next.

Who’s in the shed?Down at the farm,

One Saturday night,The animals woke

With a terrible fright.There was howling

and growlingand roaring

and clawing.

The circus truck came to the shed with something. Then the sheep had a peep in the shed.By William White

A circus truck was putting something into the shed. “What could it be?” said the fat pink pig.“I don’t know!” said the horse. They thought it was a monkey but the cow thought it was a bear.By Oliver Bond

The circus truck put the circus bear in the shed.By Ruby Flynn

Writer of the Week for KL is Carlo Eiler-Playle. This is a recount of Carlo’s weekend.On the weekend I went fishing in the boat on the sea. I cast my fishing rod in the sea and I caught some fish. Then I watched a movie at night.

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Dale CondonHead of music k-12

Gala Concert•

2014 marks the 20th year of Bishop Druitt College.

The 20th Anniversary Gala Concert will be a major fundraiser for the Japan Tour. Friends of Music will be running a raffle on the night with some great prizes. There will also be refreshments available for purchase. If you have any prizes you can donate for this, please contact the music office on 02 6651 5644 ext 218 or email Colleen Williams at [email protected].

Rehearsal for Gala Concert - Thursday 4 September 2014 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm in the BDC Music block (for BDC Symphony Orchestra only)

Congratulations to the students who undertook AMEB piano, woodwind • and strings examinations recently. The results are trickling in with some great achievements.

A sausage sizzle fundraiser for the Japan Tour is on Friday 15th August • at primary and secondary lunchtimes. This is an inexpensive way to help raise funds and a great, warm, easy lunch for the children!! Sausage sandwich $2 each, $2 cans drink (high school only), $1 water (primary) and 50c for a bag of natural confectionery sweets and 50c small bag of crisps. Thanks for your support.

A gala concert presented by the Coffs Harbour City Orchestra • ‘Remember the Days’ will be held on Sunday 31st August at 2pm in the BDC Branson Centre. Our own jazz ensemble Monsoon will be guest performer at this wonderful concert. The concert will also feature one of our students, Stephanie Egan, playing a cello solo and her father, BDC teacher Tim Egan, will conduct the orchestra. The concert is ideal for BDC families as school aged children enter free of charge (adults $10 and pensioner concession $7 – pay at the door). The concert will feature music played recently for the Red Cross Centenary Concert including the fabulous 1812 overture. Young violinist Michaela Murphy will also play a solo so come along and hear what the young musicians of Coffs Harbour can do.

senior primary athletics carnival The full results from the Senior Primary athletics carnival held on 25 July are listed below. Congratulations to the following students:

PrimarY aGe CHamPiONsSnr Girls – Chelsea William R/U – Brianna MaloufSnr Boys – Tom Sweeney R/U – Oliver Sharp and Sam Parkes11Yr Girls – Juliette Oliver R/U – Layla Grant11Yr Boys – Michael Spinoglio R/U – Zac HartJnr Girls – Ellyse Walker R/U – Tiane HopeJnr Boys – Harry Ward R/U – Zeb Misios

A massive 14 records were broken on the day:

Chelsea Williams – Snr girls long jump and 200m Kaleah Doherty – 9yrs 100mJuliette Oliver – 11yr girls turbo jav Robert Sullivan – 11yr boys high jumpTom Sweeney – Snr boys high jump and turbo jav Oliver Sharp – Snr boys long jump, 200m and 12yr boys 100m Michael Spinoglio – 11yr boys 200m Harrison Colyer – Jnr boys 800mFinn Galvin – Snr boys 800m Zac Hart – 11yr boys turbo jav

HOUse CHamPiONsKngwarreye – 300 O’Shane – 272Murray – 271Cottee – 240Sutherland – 238Hollows – 224

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futsalFive secondary futsal teams travelled to Port Macquarie this week for the Northern NSW Champion of Champions Tournament. Congratulations to all the players and coaches Mr Palmer, Mr Andrews, Mr Klipin, Mr Verbruggen and Mr Kelleher.

After some hard fought games the results were:U19 Boys – 2ndU16 Boys – 3rdU15 Boys – 2ndU14 Boys – 4th U16 Girls – 3rd

All the teams have progressed through to the next level to be held in Brisbane later in the year.

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year 9 camp report By susan Brown

I had the pleasure last week to accompany Year 9 on camp. My observations from the week would be that all of the students that attended could tell you one thing they enjoyed about the experience. I would like to thank Mr Brown, Mr McCormack, Ms Reinhold, Mrs Cooper, Mr Kitcher, Mr Russell, Mrs Lang, Mr McSkimming, Miss Bird and Mr Blythe for attending camp and making the experience a fantastic one for Year 9.

Last week all of Year 9 went to Nymboida for four days of camping out in the bush. The many activities which we did included facing our fears abseiling down a 25-metre cliff, seeing how far we could push ourselves in an exhausting 22-kilometre paddle through rapids down the Nymboida River and a strenuous 25-kilometre bike ride up and down what seemed like a hundred hills. We discovered new culinary skills cooking our own food on trangiers, made new friends and shared experiences with the other groups. In the evening we all huddled together around our campfire to stay warm in the freezing winter nights. We all came back to school exhausted, dirty and in desperate need of a shower, but the multitude of new experiences, friends and funny stories from Year 9 camp will last a lifetime.

Beth Hiltonsport administrator and Outdoor education Coordinator k-12

important dates and events

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More on the College Calendar

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Post Secondary Pathways Information EveningYear 8 Science FairGuitar Soiree, 5pmPrimary Jump Rope For HeartBrass SoireeYear 11 Parents Cocktail EveningYear 3 Camp

private vehicle conveyance suBsidy (pvc)Transport for NSW would like to inform Parents that they can now apply for the Private Vehicle Conveyance (PVC) Subsidy online.It’s not too late to apply for the PVC subsidy for the 2014 school year.

Please visit this link: https://appln.transport.nsw.gov.au/stms-parent/application/download, to download the application form or call 1800 010 123.

Please come to the Front Office to collect a brochure.


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Teaching someone to drive can be a happy experience. You can learn all the simple steps on how to teach a learner driver at a FREE two hour workshop. The next workshop in your area will be held:

Helping learner drivers become safe drivers

Monday 8 September

5:30pm – 7:30pm

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In honour of Father’s Day, Bishop Druitt College is hosting a

Fathers/Carers/Students

BreakfastIf you have ever been a father or a carer, this event is for you! Bring your father, your son or daughter, a friend or all of them.

Enjoy a delightful breakfast and make some special memories with your loved ones.

Buy your tickets via Activity Payments on the BDC website at $15 each.

Limited seating so get in quick!

Thursday 4 September 7.30-8.30amin the Roger Oates Centre

alumni newsBrian Singh (Foundation student 1994 & HSC 2005) is the Business Banking Manager at the National Australia Bank in Coffs Harbour.

Ashleigh Kemp (HSC 2006) is a lawyer at Ryan Carlisle Thomas in Melbourne having graduated from Victoria University and the Victoria Law School.

Sheldon Adams (HSC 2006) is a 2nd Officer in the cockpit of a B777 for Cathay Pacific Airways doing overseas flights.

Daniel Barnes (primary and secondary teacher 1995 - 2008) retired from teaching at the end of 2011 and is now the Coal Logistics Coordinator at Australian Rail Track Corporation. Sarah Barnes (primary teacher 1997 - 2008) is still teaching and is Head of Department (Learning Support).

Former students are encouraged to maintain their contact details on our alumni database by emailing [email protected].

Scott RodhamAlumniOficer

father’s day stall - thursday 4 septemBer 2014Father’s Day is on Sunday, 7th September and we shall be holding our very popular Father’s Day stall on Thursday, 4th September. An email will shortly be sent to you giving instructions on how to purchase gifts. If you would like your child/children to be able to choose a gift for their father, step-dad, guardian or grandpa could you please either jump on line to Trybooking or you may pay for your gifts at the Accounts Department at the school.

Please note that it is important to have payment as soon as possible so that the correct number of gifts can be purchased. this will help us to avoid running out of gifts on the day and disappointing children.

Deborah Maugermother/Father’s Day Coordinator

parents and friendsCalliNG 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].

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: 18 august, 6.30pm, Roger Oates Centre, 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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