Friday 19 August 2011
On Wednesday evening I attended the monthly Parents’ Association (PA) meeting. On this occasion there were special reports from our highly successful Uniform Shop and from the PA’s nominee to the School Council, Mrs Fiona Pollard. Mr David Payne, President, called for nominations to the Committee before the AGM on 14 September (see notices for details). We also heard the report on the highly successful ‘Passion for Fashion’ event organised by the Parents’ Auxiliary, the most significant sub committee of the PA.
Throughout my time as Headmaster, the PA has played a significant role. The Association and its subsidiaries form a very significant part of the community life of this School. We rely on the energetic and dynamic contribution made by parents who volunteer. Our programmes are enhanced by this engagement, be it through time or effort on particular tasks and activities or through feedback to the School’s administration.
I would like to encourage all parents to find a way in which they might be able to volunteer to support the culture of what we do here at the School. It is through such involvement the richness of school life is available to the benefit of parents, as well as to the boys. Please have a look at these stories here to look at the variety of ways you can volunteer.
Annual Giving
By now, many parents will have taken the opportunity to invest in our boys’ future with a gift to Annual Giving. So far, the number of donors this year has increased by 24 per cent from last year, which is a fantastic effort. On behalf of the school community, I thank all donors for their generosity. It is pleasing to see our donors proudly displaying their special sticker (of the school crest in white) on their cars as I travel around.
While our donors have increased in numbers, we are currently 11 per cent below the amount raised at this stage last year. With just 46 new gifts, we could lift the amount raised to match last year’s total. So if you have been considering contributing to the campaign, please do. Our shared efforts contribute to the strength of Christ Church and with your gift – we can make a significant difference to make our ‘Future Stronger Together’ through the provision of scholarships and improved facilities.
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It is interesting how often as parents we underestimate what our boys can do. This thought crossed my mind watching the Pre-Primary, Year 1 and Year 2 boys running their Lap-a-thon on Tuesday. Most parents and teachers, including me, expected a few laps of fast running, then a lot of walking. What we saw was very surprising. The boys just kept running and running. Every boy circumnavigated the track (which was more than 200 metres) more than six times, in just 15 minutes. I heard about some boys who ran well over ten laps. Considering that many boys had been sponsored by their families for each lap, there may have been a costly underestimation in some homes!
Our boys, given the opportunity can do many things, while we as parents believe they need assistance. Whether this be carrying their own bag to class, organising their own day, taking responsibility for their homework or wearing the correct uniform; the boys need to take on these responsibilities and we need to give them the opportunity to be responsible.
This morning we acknowledged the visual arts with the Art Assembly. Our art programme is so magnificent I cannot wait until the Art Exhibition in Week 10. As an interesting juxtaposition with the fine arts I also presented our ICAS Science Test and Australian Mathematics Challenge Distinctions and High Distinctions. Our boys received 42 Distinctions and High Distinctions for these voluntary competitions. Aiden Rose and Albert Smith deserve a special mention, since they both scored the highest scores in Western Australia in the Science test.
Pre-Primary, Years 1, 2 and 3
Anglicare Parenting Seminar - Monday August 22
The Parents' Association brings you the last of the series of four seminars presented by Anglicare WA, which will be held on Monday 22 August 2011. The focus of this workshop will be to provide information to parents with children in Pre-Primary to Year 3.
Where: Senior School Staff Room
When: 7.30pm to 9.30pm
This seminar is fully booked.
Years PP to 6
Uniform Shop
The Uniform Shop will be very busy receiving stock all through September and selling the new summer stock the first week of Term between 18 - 21 October. We would love your help to assist us. There are morning shifts, school hours and afternoon shifts available. If you are interested in helping, please contact us by email for more details, uniformshopvolunteers@ccgs.wa.edu.au or phone Diana on 0417 130 681.
Year 6
Commemorative Prep School polo t-shirts - Order by Monday!
The class representatives have organised a commemorative CCGS polo shirt you can buy for your boy to remember his time at the prep school. Your class representatives will be issuing your boy’s teacher with an order form and information sheet that will be sent home and needs to be returned to the main school office by no later than the 22 August (before the mid-term break). It contains all the information you require in purchasing the polo. We have also attached a copy of the order form to this email and the form is available at the uniform shop where you can view sample sizes before ordering.
Please Note
Strictly no orders will be accepted after 22 August.
For ease of control, only cash will be accepted. Please do not send cheques made out to the school.
Please don’t forget to tick and sign your child’s name to confirm the spelling of his name is correct.
Any queries should be directed to your class representative.
Please click HERE to download the order form
Please click HERE to download the leavers t-shirt sample.
Library
The Prep School is celebrating Book Week! - Commencing Monday 22 August
Every year we celebrate Book Week, focusing on literature and the Book Awards given by the Children’s Book Council of Australia.
All the classes have been learning about the nominated books as they are considered the best which have been published in recent years. The categories for Book of the Year are: Early Childhood, Younger Reader, Older Reader, Picture Book and the Eve Pownall Award for Information Books. For information about the Book Week and the shortlisted books go to http://cbca.org.au
Book Week 2011 in the Prep School
Theme: One World Many Stories
Activities in our school include:
Monday:
1. Our Book Parade on the oval before Recess-dress up as a book character or someone from another country
2. Name the country competition (match the flag)
3. Staff play during Chapel time-after lunch
Tuesday:
1. Reader’s cup competition (see below for details)
2. Paper activities in the Library
Wednesday:
Make a mini travel book-paint and ink
Reader's Cup (Tuesday)
The competition is at Loretto Nedlands. Our Christ Church Grammar School team for 2011 includes: Matthew Joynson (Year 6), Oliver Terry (Year 5), Oscar McMath (Year 6) and reserve (Michael Paganin) . It is a quiz about the shortlisted books contested by approximately 10 schools around Perth.
Bookmark Competition (no poster competition this year)
This is open to boys in all year levels. There is a prize for each year level. The boys have been encouraged to create a 3D bookmark (not flat) with interesting features added, if possible. They need to come to the library with their name, class and house by Wednesday 24 August.
Decorate the Classroom Doorway
Yes this is back by popular demand from the boys! The teachers organise the boys to decorate the classroom doorway. This will be judged on Tuesday, so please come and visit to see the work done by classes all around the school.
Thank you all parents for their support in helping the boys with their costumes.
Mary Hookey
Prep School Teacher Librarian
Music Department
Prep School Music Department Fundraising Practice-a-thon
Would you like to help raise money for Christ Church House while having fun, playing your musical instrument? Now you can and it’s easy! During Term 3, the Prep school Music Department is running a fundraising practice-o-thon, where boys can be sponsored for every practice session they do on their instrument.
How to do it
Ask your family, friends, team-mates and neighbours to pledge a small amount of money, either per practice session or just a set amount. A suitable rate per session would be between 5 and 50c per practice session.
Fill in the details below, and get practicing!
Then collect the money, put your information form and the amount you have raised in an envelope and bring it to Miss Seaman by Friday 23 September.
The amount of money raised will be announced at the end of term assembly.
For any queries, please contact Miss Seaman at sseaman@ccgs.wa.edu.au
The very fact that I was tempted to perform ‘live’ in front of eleven hundred boys on Thursday morning means, to me at least, that the annual House Shout competition has come of age. Dare I share with the community that I can still recite all the lyrics to ‘My Sharona’ which was performed by the Craigie crew or that the eventual winner of the contest, Blokes from Noake, singing ‘Walking on Sunshine’ brought back memories of teenage years... Anyway, my point is that the atmosphere and engagement of all boys on Thursday was fantastic. Many hours of hard work have gone in to making the House Shout a memorable one for all.
Similarly, the exhibition of the House Murals in the Chapel forecourt displayed the creative talents of many boys who chose to get involved in this year’s theme: ‘Arts Smart - Multiple Intelligences’. Each House Design Team had to devise a positive image and message that incorporates their House as part of their design for their advertising billboard. In a very close contest, Romsey was judged as narrow winners from Hill and Wolsey. The murals will now be put on prominent display in the various House areas throughout the school.
This weekend marks the completion of another Winter Sport season. The School strongly advocates the benefits of the compulsory sport program and I am pleased to report that overall, across all codes and all teams, the spirit shown by boys competing has been very positive. In some cases, teams have had to contend with few victories while in others their success has been outstanding. That of course is the nature of sporting competitions. Finally, I would like to thank all parents who have not only supported their sons, but have prepared morning teas for all, at fixtures throughout the season.
The conclusion of the House Beatty Cup competition will occur on Thursday week when the Annual Athletics Carnival is held at AK Reserve next to Challenge Stadium. Parents are welcome to come and support their sons during this whole day event. The notices below include the details for this event.
Year 7
Parents' Dinner - 17 September
As advised earlier in the year, Saturday 17 September is the night of the year 7 parents' dinner. We have booked a table for 30 people at The Curry Tree in Broadway, Nedlands, at 7.30pm.
First in secures your spot! Please email Catherine Groppoli at catherine-anderson@bigpond.com to confirm your place.
Years 7 and 8
'Pericles, Prince of Tyre' Rehersal
Please join us at the Friends of Midnite meeting on 1 September from 7.00pm to 8.00pm in the Christ Church Drama Centre Foyer and meet other parents who are keen to see Pericles be the success it can be. I cannot understate how helpful it would be for each parent to contribute in some way to this mammoth spectacle.
Click HERE to read the letter to parents.
Click HERE to download the Pericles final cast list.
Click HERE to download the rehersal schedule.
We hope to see you there.
Drew Stocker
Head of Drama
Year 8
Walk/Coffee Morning – Thursday 15 September
You are welcome to a join us for a morning walk on Thursday 15 September. We will leave from The Naked Fig at 8.30am and return no later than 9.30am. What better way to start the morning?
If you wish to miss the walk you are more than welcome to join us at 9.30am. If the weather is not suitable for the walk we will meet just for coffee at 9.30am.
Hope to see you there.
Your Class Reps.
Trish, Kylie & Liz
Term 3 parent get-together
Volunteers are needed to host an event at home, similar to the previous curry night which will require everyone to BYO their food and supplies. We also require help to set up the event and to tidy up afterwards. A venue which can hold aproximately 50 people will be needed.
Please register your interest by contacting Trish on 0408 073 881 or email vnw4322@gmail.com
Years 9 and 10
The Science Experience
This is a call to all Year 9 and 10 students. UWA, ECU and Curtin Universities are hosting The Science Experience from 17 to 19 January 2012. This experience includes 3/4 days of the wonders of science and technology. The programme includes; experiments, lectures, an opportunity to learn about careers in science, engineering and technology. The cost is approximately $110 but we might be able to organise Rotary sponsorship. For more information ask your son to see Mr Michael Masterton.
Years 9, 10, 11
WA Young Innovator of the Year Competition
The WA Young Innovator of the Year 2011 Program is designed to help young people develop their ideas. From gadgets that fix a problem, gizmos to fill a need, or services that will excite - all inventions are welcome.
Visit the Scitech website and register for the program to start receiving mentoring guidance and weekly newsletters with tips to help develop your innovation ideas. Submissions must be received by 4.00pm, Friday 2 September, 2011.
Open to innovators aged 14 to 16 years on September 2, 2011. To be eligible for a prize, participants must electronically submit a written report describing their innovation, plus a display or model demonstrating the concept. See the website for details. Open to WA participants only.
Selected finalists will be notified and asked to transport their displays to Scitech where they will be judged by an expert panel at the final judging event and the winners announced. All participants must agree to have photos of their innovation displayed electronically at the final judging event and on the Scitech website.
To register visit www.scitech.org.au For more information contact innovator@scitech.org.au
Key Dates
2 September - Entries due and registrations closes
25 September - Final judging and winners announced
November - Winner attends the WA Innovator of the Year Luncheon
Please click HERE to download the flyer
More information can be found on the website: http://www.scitech.org.au/featured/wa-young-innovator-of-the-year-2011.htm
If you intend entering into the competition, please email Dr Zander (szander@ccgs.wa.edu.au).
Year 10
Sundowner - 29 August
The Christ Church Parents' Association invites all Year 10 parents to the School Refectory for a Sundowner on Monday 29 August from 5.30 pm to 7.30pm.
Mr Mark Tait will provide a briefing on the Venture programme.
Drinks and canapés will be served. There will also be ample opportunity to talk to other Year 10 parents in an informal setting.
I, and other members of the committee, look forward to welcoming you then.
David Payne
President, Parents' Association
Years 7 to 11
Subject selection forms are due in
The due dates are:
Going into Year 8, 9, 10 – Tuesday 23 August
Going into Year 12 – already past deadline
Please ensure that these forms are completed and returned to the Studies Office by these dates. Download the appropriate forms by clicking on the links below.
Years 7 to 12
Uniform Shop
The Uniform Shop will be very busy receiving stock all through September and selling the new summer stock the first week of Term between 18 - 21 October. We would love your help to assist us. There are morning shifts, school hours and afternoon shifts available. If you are interested in helping, please contact us by email for more details, uniformshopvolunteers@ccgs.wa.edu.au or phone Diana on 0417 130 681.
School Photographs
School photographs taken by our regular school photographer, Photo Hendriks, are available for purchase by students and parents. Order forms have been distributed to students in the Senior School and these forms should have been forwarded to parents.
Additional order forms are available HERE
Students / Parents will be able to purchase a variety of photo packages that include:
• Individual portrait photos
• The House group photo
Order forms, together with payment, are to be returned to the School Marshals office by Friday 19th August. Orders will then be received through the school within three weeks.
Additionally, website details and a pass word are contained on the order form which will allow online purchase of Mitre magazine photos:
• Sports group photographs (Summer and Winter 1st Teams)
• Swimming Squad; Rowing Squad
• Cadet photos (Army Cadets, Surf Life Cadets and ENCOMM)
• Year 12 Photographs – Class of 2011; Year 1 to 12 @ CCGS
• Activities
These photos will be made available online over the coming weeks at: www.photohendriksgalleries.com with the password: s6adup
House Athletics Carnival - Thursday 1 September
The 2011 Secondary School House Athletics Carnival will be held on Thursday 1 September at the WA Athletics Stadium, next to Challenge Stadium. The stadium has very good facilities for athletes and spectators and we anticipate an excellent day of competition.
All Christ Church students in Years 7-12 are expected to attend the House Athletics Carnival. The dress for all boys is House singlet/polo shirt and House winter top, School tracksuit pants or PE shorts, white socks and joggers. All boys must wear House Top when competing.
Parents are most welcome to attend and are asked to sit in the seats at the east end by the finish line, or with the boys in House areas. Alcohol consumption is not permitted. Programmes will be available from the results desk near the finish line during the day. A copy of the event timetable is on the school web site.
Parking will be available on the northern side of the Challenge Stadium. The entrance is off Stephenson Avenue at the same point of entry as if you were arriving for a swimming carnival. Follow the signs at the roundabout. Challenge Stadium is a busy place at this time, so an early arrival is suggested to avoid missing the start.
Challenge Stadium charges an entrance fee of $3.00 for all non-student spectators. Cashiers are located at the entry points. Students do not have to pay on entry.
Public transport to the AK Reserve is limited. However, school buses provide transport for the boys to and from the stadium from the school. The buses leave the School at 8.00am and depart the Stadium at approximately 2.15pm. Boys wishing to use the School buses are asked to advise their Head of House. Boys travelling by car should ensure that return transport is arranged prior to the carnival as access to telephones at AK Reserve is restricted.
The venue will be open to athletes and spectators from 8.30am and the programme commences promptly at 9.00am. Drinks and food will be available from the kiosk along the main concourse. You may wish to take your own food and drinks to avoid queues.
It is anticipated that the Carnival, including the presentation of trophies, will be completed by 2.10pm. All boys are expected to remain seated in their House area until that time and will be dismissed by their Head of Houses.
We look forward to seeing you there.
To view the Athletics programme for 2011 please click HERE
Year 12
WACE Examination Timetable
Please click HERE to view the latest practical WACE timetables.
Please click HERE to view the latest written WACE timetables.
Years 7 to 12 Athletics Carnival
House Athletics Carnival - Thursday 1 September
The 2011 Secondary School House Athletics Carnival will be held on Thursday 1 September at the WA Athletics Stadium, next to Challenge Stadium. The stadium has very good facilities for athletes and spectators and we anticipate an excellent day of competition.
All Christ Church students in Years 7-12 are expected to attend the House Athletics Carnival. The dress for all boys is House singlet/polo shirt and House winter top, School tracksuit pants or PE shorts, white socks and joggers. All boys must wear House Top when competing.
Parents are most welcome to attend and are asked to sit in the seats at the east end by the finish line, or with the boys in House areas. Alcohol consumption is not permitted. Programmes will be available from the results desk near the finish line during the day. A copy of the event timetable is on the school web site.
Parking will be available on the northern side of the Challenge Stadium. The entrance is off Stephenson Avenue at the same point of entry as if you were arriving for a swimming carnival. Follow the signs at the roundabout. Challenge Stadium is a busy place at this time, so an early arrival is suggested to avoid missing the start.
Challenge Stadium charges an entrance fee of $3.00 for all non-student spectators. Cashiers are located at the entry points. Students do not have to pay on entry.
Public transport to the AK Reserve is limited. However, school buses provide transport for the boys to and from the stadium from the school. The buses leave the School at 8.00am and depart the Stadium at approximately 2.15pm. Boys wishing to use the School buses are asked to advise their Head of House. Boys travelling by car should ensure that return transport is arranged prior to the carnival as access to telephones at AK Reserve is restricted.
The venue will be open to athletes and spectators from 8.30am and the programme commences promptly at 9.00am. Drinks and food will be available from the kiosk along the main concourse. You may wish to take your own food and drinks to avoid queues.
It is anticipated that the Carnival, including the presentation of trophies, will be completed by 2.10pm. All boys are expected to remain seated in their House area until that time and will be dismissed by their Head of Houses.
We look forward to seeing you there.
To view the Athletics programme for 2011 please click HERE
Old Boys' share their career tips
Legends @ Lunchtime
The Old Boys’ Association is proud to present Legends @ Lunchtime this coming Thursday 25 August. Old boy Matt Hudson (2003) will be talking on a career in Law.
Venue: Q1
Lunch provided and enter the OBA competition to win an iPad
All senior school boys welcome
Sport
Rugby Newsletter - August 2011
The following rugby newsletters are available:
New PSA website updates results for firsts teams and fixtures
PSA Firsts' results are now available the Monday after the weekend competition on a new website, www.psa.wa.edu.au. This site also features the weekly fixtures and results ladders.
The Firsts' results will continue to be available in the Sunday Times each weekend as well.
Winter Sport Training Details
Winter sport training details are now available from the Sport section of the website. Click here to view them.
Absentee Line
24 Hour Absentee Line Available
Many thanks to Senior School parents using the Absentee Line - 9442 1777 for your son’s absence.
A reminder that this is a 24 hour service available to you to inform us if your son is absent for any reason i.e. illness, medical, dental, music lesson, late, etc. Please state clearly his particulars, eg, Name, House, Year and Tutor. If your son is absent for more than 2 days please inform your Tutor or Head of House.
If you would prefer to sms your message, please text to 0428 937 350 which is the designated absentee number (you cannot call this number, text only).
For the Preparatory School absentees, parents will need to contact the Preparatory Reception on 9442 1666.
Careers
Skills West Expo: 19 – 21 August, Perth Convention Centre
This 3-day Careers Expo will promote Career, Employment and Training opportunities in skill-short industries across Western Australia. With over 100 exhibitors on show offering real job opportunities, education & training pathways and professional career advice, this years event is dedicated to ALL skill-short industries such as: Healthcare, Hospitality, Engineering, Resources, Tourism, Accounting, Aviation and Construction…to name a few.
Notre Dame Admissions Information and Courses Expo - Tuesday 6 September
The University of Notre Dame will be holding an Admissions Information and Courses Expo on Tuesday 6 September. The Expo starts at 5.30pm followed by an admissions presentation at 6.15pm. The event will take place at Tannock Hall of Education, Cnr Cliff and Croke Street, Fremantle.
Curtin University Open Day
Curtin University Open Day is this Sunday 21 August. For further information please go to http://openday.curtin.edu.au/
August Update - Internship Opportunity for School Leavers – (extra places just released)
10 extra spots on our ‘Ski & Snowboard Instructor Internship Programs’ in North America have just been released due to popular demand. We are now taking applications for these extra 10 positions which commence in December 2011.
This is a fantastic opportunity for school leavers because it gives them an opportunity to obtain paid employment in Canada and complete an internationally recognised ski or snowboard instructing qualification. I would be grateful if you could inform interested students, in their last or second to last year of high school, of this opportunity.
If you would like to receive direct career advisor updates or would like additional information to pass onto your students about this opportunity please email us at sstraining@educatingadventures.com.
Successful applicants will receive:
- A GUARANTEED offer of employment as a Ski or Snowboard Instructor which includes uniform, full season pass and discount deals.
- Early season orientation, instructor training and accommodation package - Everything sorted so all you have to do is ski or ride!
- Canadian Instructor Association membership and level one ski or snowboard examination (CSIA / CASI International Certification)
- Training, support and further qualifications throughout the season
- Assistance and support with obtaining Working Holiday Visas, flights and insurances (in partnership with STA Travel)
We are looking for school leavers who:
- Have a passion for skiing or snowboarding (beginner to advanced ability welcome)
- Have a willingness to learn through training and working
- Have an interest in travel and adventure
- Are available between December and April
- Will be 18 years of age by November
- Are looking for a life changing experience
- Have the financial support to participate (the all inclusive program costs start at approx $5000)
Interested Students Should: contact us directly for access to our online instructor starter kit by emailing us at sstraining@educatingadventures.com
This will give them some really handy (and FREE!) information, tips and advice on taking a winter season and entering the ski industry.
Melbourne University – Lunch and information session for Interstate students
The University of Melbourne will be holding their annual Open Day on Sunday 21 August.
The Office of Admissions will be hosting a special information session and lunch for students and parents from interstate who visit us on this day. See attached flyer.
Students and parents can register to attend this session at www.futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/open-day-interstate-lunch
More information about Open Day can be found at www.openday.unimelb.edu.au
Curtin University Scholarships 2012
- Curtin University Scholarships Office is now calling for nominations from 2011 Year 12 students for the following scholarships: The John Curtin Undergraduate Scholarship
- Create Your Future Scholarship
- Curtin Principal's Recommendation Award
Nomination forms for these scholarships are available for download HERE.
The entire scholarship program is available on the Curtin website.
Brother James takes his vows as a Benedictine monk
Language Students Swap Classroom for Stage
Years 3 and 4 Celebrate World Indigenous Day
Noake Walks on Sunshine, Romsey’s Mural Delivers
Fraser Performs at Sydney Opera House as part of Australian Youth Orchestra
More News
Midnite Youth Theatre Company
Extended Season of 'Antigone' - Saturday 20 August now on sale
Due to overwhelming demand Midnite's 'Antigone' has an extended season. Do not miss the opportunity to see this epic tragedy. The last 3 performance sold out within days of tickets being released for sale. So go to midnite.ccgs.wa.edu.au and book your tickets now.
Annual Giving
Invest in our boys' future with Annual Giving
By now, many parents will have taken the opportunity to invest in our boys’ future with a gift to Annual Giving. So far, the number of donors this year has increased by 24 per cent from last year – a fantastic effort.
While our donors have increased, we are still 11 per cent below the amount raised at this stage last year. With just 46 new gifts, we could lift the amount raised to match last year’s total.
Our shared efforts contribute to the strength of Christ Church and with your gift – we can make a significant difference to make our ‘Future Stronger Together’.
Centre for Ethics
Centre for Ethics Newsletter
Please click HERE to download the Centre for Ethics Newsletter for Term 3.
Old Boys' Association
Latest Old Boys' Newsletter
Please click HERE to access the latest Old Boys' Association newsletter.
Parents' Auxiliary
Parents' Auxiliary Nominations for 2012 Committee are open
Please contact Linda Riddle for information re nomination forms and information. All CCGS parents welcome to nominate for the new committee. Please contact lindariddle@bigpond.com or lianephysio@optusnet.com.au
Liane Smith
President Auxiliary
Parents' Association
Calling for nominations at AGM – Wednesday 14 September
The Parents' Association AGM will be held Wednesday 14 September, 7.30pm in the Senior School Staff Room. The office bearers and committee of the Parents' Association, as well as Auxiliary office bearers will be elected for the coming year at this meeting.
We are currently accepting nominations for Parents' Association committee positions and anyone is welcome to nominate. Any parent who is a member of the Association in 2011 is eligible to nominate for any position.
It is requested that nominations be in writing and lodged with the Secretary prior to the meeting date by placing them in the Association mailbox at the School Reception on Wednesday 31 August, 5.00pm. Nominations can also be handed to the Secretary at the meeting prior to the election.
The election is 'first past the post' voting.
Click HERE for nomination form
Click HERE for the AGM Notice and Agenda
Helpers needed for planning PA cocktail party in October
Jenny Ford of the Parents' Association (PA) is calling for helpers to assist with the planning for the PA cocktail party on 22 October. The first meeting of volunteers will be held at 7.00pm next Wednesday 24 August at the Claremont Yacht Club. Please meet the team there, or you can e-mail Jenny on jenny.ford@iinet.net.au.
Parents' Association Party - Cruising on 22 October
Just when you thought all the fun was over, The Parents' Association invites you to a Party!
When: Sat 22 October 7.30pm
More details will be available soon - please watch this space.
Music department
Music Breakfast - Limited Tickets Available
Only 20 tickets left! Buy now before they run out. Ticket sales must close 10.30am Monday 22 August.
‘Friends of Music' has secured one of WA’s finest instrumentalists, Grammy Award-winner Lucky Oceans (Zydecats), to entertain boys and adults alike with his amazing pedal steel guitar and stories of his musical life from the USA to Fremantle. Tickets will be strictly limited. Book online now at www.trybooking.com/TEQ.
For more information contact Hilary Wallace, friendsofmusic@ccgs.wa.edu.au.
Click HERE to download the flyer.
Cessation of Instrumental Lessons
Please be informed that written notice of cessation of lessons is required from parents to the Music Department by 26 August 2011 (Friday) if lessons are not going to be continued in the next term. The letter may be emailed to ksim@ccgs.wa.edu.au
Please note that late notice will not be accepted.
Anglican Messenger
August 2011 Edition
Click here to download the latest edition of the Anglican Messenger.
Uniform Shop
Uniform Shop Details
Keep up to date with the Uniform Shop opening hours, uniform lists and second hand service by visiting the Uniform Shop page.
Canteen
Winter Menu Available
The Term 3 canteen menu is now available to download here.
Register as a volunteer
Registering as a canteen volunteer is easy. There are morning and afternoon shifts available. Please complete the form below and you will be contacted about the roster.
Canteen Volunteer Registration
Community
2011 YAC Open Mic Night
Here’s you chance to shine on stage! The Mosman Park Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is inviting young people to star in their own variety performance showcase on Saturday 17 September 2011 from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at Memorial Hall, Lochee Street, Mosman Park.
This free, all ages event is proudly 100% smoke, drug and alcohol free and is supported by the Town of Mosman Park and MosArts.
From bands to comedians, acts of all genres aged 12 - 25 are encouraged to register by Friday 19 August 2011.
For further information please visit www.mosmanpark.wa.gov.au. Alternatively contact Louise Mayberry at the Town of Mosman Park on 9384 1633 or yac@mosmanpark.wa.gov.au
The Mosman Park YAC would also like to invite local young people to join their Facebook group to keep informed about opportunities and goings on in the local area. When next on Facebook search for the Mosman Park Youth Advisory Council Group!
MLC Parents' Association Fundraiser - BMW Raffle Draw Extended
You still have time to buy your BMW X3 raffle ticket from the MLC Parents’ Association, as the draw has been extended to the 19 October. This fabulous car valued at over $71,000 could be yours to drive away!
To purchase your raffle ticket now, please click HERE
Youth on Health Performing Arts Festival - YOH Fest 2011 -
See your local schools battle it out for a spot in YOH Fest 2011 Grand Final. For further information please click HERE to download the flyer.
Global Health Short Course
The Global Health Short Course (GHSC) is a 7 week public lecture series started in 2009 by Interhealth, WAMSS’s (West Australian Medical Students Society) Global Health group. Each week guest speakers will provide talks and discussions around various important International Health issues, while sharing their own personal experiences and highlighting ways in which the audience can contribute to the cause. Stalls from a number of volunteer organisations will also be set up each week, allowing opportunities for attendees to ask questions, learn about and get involved in various volunteer and humanitarian programs.
To view further information and schedule of events, please click HERE to download the information flyer.
Autism West speaker presentations
Autism West is delighted to be hosting this special event with Julie Matthews, Certified Nutrition Consultant, International Educator and Author.
Following Julies key note speaking engagement at the International Mind forum in Sydney she will visit Perth for a one off presentation on:
- Why and how autism diets help children improve
- Benefits for children with Autism
- Scientific rationale for healing diets
- Overview of effective autism diet options
- Practical steps for getting started, boosting nutrition, and tips for picky eaters.
The event is on Sunday 21 August 8.45am – 1.45pm at Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre, Nedlands. Please book early to avoid disappointment and make the most of this special opportunity. Visit www.nourishinghope.com to register online.
Safe social networking - family-friendly Facebook and beyond - Saturday 12 November
Facebook and other social networking sites are here to stay, so rather than avoiding them or not knowing quite what your children are doing on them, get educated and involved. ‘Safe Social Networking’ will introduce you to social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and MySpace, give you facts about their safety and privacy, and offer strategies to ensure you and your family do social networking in a safe and fun way.
Where: Futuresphere
When: Saturday 12 November, 9.00am – 1.00pm
For more information please visit http://www.extension.uwa.edu.au/course/CC020
When you give, you get so much more - You could win a 42” Plasma Television!
As part of National Asthma Week, the Asthma Foundation WA we are conducting a street appeal on Friday the 2nd of September in the Perth CBD. Proceeds of the appeal will go towards the continuation of asthma related services to the 225,000 Western Australians living with asthma. Christ Church Grammar students are invited to help this worthy cause and assist in the street appeal. Students have the option of 3 time slots; 7.30am-9.00am, 12.00pm-1.30pm, or 4.30pm-6.00pm. As an incentive, the person who raises the most money on the day will win a 42” plasma TV! Please contact James Garnaut at the Asthma Foundation WA if you and some friends are able to help. James.garnaut@asthmawa.org.au or 0401 440 126.
Term 3 Raffle Winners
The winners are Dr Charlie Viiala and Dr Gursharan Dogra of Claremont. Congratulations!