Friday 22 June 2012
On Tuesday evening I had the pleasure to attend two quite different School events. The first was the Scholars’ Recital, featuring performances of our music scholarship students. The second was a Senior School debate between Christ Church and Presbyterian Ladies’ College, as a part of the West Australian Debating League annual competition. Both were events where our boys performed admirably and I was very proud of them. For me, the evening captured the essence of the language we use to describe our final Phase of Learning for Years 11 and 12, Expertise and Excellence. Although at the recital boys were from a number of years across the School, their standard reflected these words. At the debate, our most accomplished Year 12s presented the most persuasive of arguments.
Excellence is a core value for the School, so we often speak of it. Excellence is not just good it is exemplary and it is something that stands out as a result of the desire, will and effort of the individual or group involved in its creation. I ask it of myself, every staff member and every boy in everything we do. I believe that one of the many elements that are distinctive to Christ Church and is integral to our success, is how we inspire, appreciate and celebrate excellence in the many diverse forms it can take.
As always, should you have any concerns about any aspect of the School and would like to make contact with me, please do not hesitate to do so by email gwynne@ccgs.wa.edu.au or by telephoning my Executive Assistant, Wendy Macdougall, on 9442 1502.
Garth Wynne
Headmaster
Today the Year 5s visited the Fremantle Prison and Army Museum of WA as part of their work on history. History was one of the first subjects released as part of the Australian Curriculum. The Prep School has been working with the Australian Curriculum in English, Mathematics, Science and History for some time now. Brad Hilliard and our three co-ordinators, Holly Miller, T’Ann Steel and Jane London have been managing this process with class teachers. As we manage this integration, we continue to develop our education programmes to be relevant, engaging and challenging to motivate boys.
Next Tuesday, 26 June from 1.30pm we have our Inter-House Cross Country Carnival for Years 3 to 6, at the Mount Claremont Playing Fields. Please come along to support your son in this wonderful annual event. Boys who make the first 10 places in Years 4 to 6 will represent the School at The Junior PSA Cross Country Carnival, for which we are defending champions. The Pre-Primary to Year 2 students have their long run at the Lap-a-thon next term on 21 August.
Finally, a reminder that we also have Winter Sports and Chess Team photographs on Tuesday, 26 June. These photos are for the boys who have played for the A teams in football, soccer, hockey and rugby or represented the School in chess. Boys need to wear their appropriate team uniform for the photo, and formals for the Chess Team.
Richard Wright
Head of LW Parry Preparatory School
Year 2
Parents Coffee Morning
Year 2 parents are invited to a coffee morning on Tuesday 26 June straight after drop off at LoZucchero, 99a Waratah Av, Dalkeith.
Years 4 to 6
iMove Physical Theatre Club – Term 3
iMove Physical Theatre Club has been given the opportunity to perform in the MoveMe Festival in conjunction with the Australian Dance Awards to be held in Perth. The performance will be outside the Perth Cultural Centre in Northbridge on Sunday 2 September (Fathers Day) at 2.00pm.
For this performance a short dance theatre work will be prepared and rehearsals will be every Monday after school starting
Monday 26 July and finishing Sunday 2 September.
This will be suitable for boys in Years 4 to 6 especially if they completed the 'Drama for Dramatics' workshop in Term 2.
This is a wonderful opportunity. For enquiries, contact Angela Perry at aperry@ccgs.wa.edu.au.
St George's College School Holiday Programmes
St George’s College, UWA will be running weekday school holiday programmes for Years 4 to 6 students from Monday 9 to Friday 20 July, daily from 7.45am until 5.00pm. The programmes include educational and recreational activities such as:
- Cooking
- Dancing
- Reading
- Painting
- Chemistry
- Magic
- First aid
- Music
- Treasure hunt
The cost per child is $95 per day or $450 for a full week programme. The charge covers breakfast, lunch and tea. The ratio of students to mentors will be about 5:1 with approximately 50 students expected to attend each day. Activities include investigations around St George’s historic buildings and gardens, etiquette, cooking, music, first aid, chemistry magic, and explanations about university life and customs. For further information, click here or to enrol, please contact the College on 9449 5555 or at admin@stgeorgescollege.com.au.
Year 6
Year 6LA Parents and Teacher Cocktail Get Together
Carol, Andrea and Sara will be hosting a Year 6LA parents and teacher cocktail and nibbles get together.
Date: Saturday 30 June
Time: 6.00pm to 8.00pm
Location: Pivnik/Ciccarelli home, 99 Webster Street, Nedlands
We are asking everyone who attends to bring a plate of finger food to share and the beverage of your choice. RSVP to Andrea at andreap1@optusnet.com.au no later than Tuesday 26 June.
International Children's Winter Games 2013 - Participants Welcome
Christ Church Grammar has been fortunate enough to receive one of four Australian invitations to the sixth International Children's Winter Games in Ufa, Russia next year. Students who turn 12 to 15 in 2013 are eligible to compete. The selected students will be representing Christ Church Grammar School as well as Australia. This is a truly unique opportunity for all who attend and one that will live in memories for a life time.
What are the games?
It is a unique participation event of winter sports that aims to enable, develop and advance the meeting, understanding and friendship of students from different countries around the World and promote the Olympic Ideal. The games are the only youth winter event of its type endorsed by the IOC.
Do I need to be an elite athlete to compete?
No…the games focus on competition through the spirit of participation, yes you need to be able to ski or snowboard but not at an elite level. Any student capable of intermediate runs is more than capable of competing.
The tour will involve a significant cultural experience for all who attend with a stop over and sight seeing tour in Moscow on route to the games and a training camp in Shiga Kogen, Japan to prepare the team for the competition phase.
If you are interested in finding out more about the games, for further information or to register your expression of interest, contact Mr Dave Anderson, Director of Kooringal, at danderson@ccgs.wa.edu.au or on 9538 1061 or 0427 102 082.
Dave Anderson
Director of Kooringal
Farewell Morning Tea
For Rita Willard - Friday 6 July
The Head of the LW Parry Preparatory School, Richard Wright, invites you to Rita's Farewell Morning Tea on Friday 6 July at approximately 9.30am until 10.30am (following Assembly) on Walter's Lawn. Parking will be available on the Prep Oval until 10.30am.
Mrs Willard made a significant contribution to the life of the School assisting three Heads of the Preparatory School, co-ordinating the successful Anglicare Christmas Hampers and always being there for boys, parents and staff alike.
If you wish to attend the morning tea, RSVP via www.trybooking.com/BLTU. For more information, contact Sandra Conway at sconway@ccgs.wa.edu.au or 9442 1666.
This weekend’s sporting fixture against Scotch College marks the final fixture for this term. Team sports are a feature of the winter season and it is always heartening to witness the level of improvement that is made by teams as they progress through the season. The success of a school sporting team should never be measured simply by scoreboard results alone. The development of self-esteem, friendships, tolerance and co-operative effort are outcomes that can be far more significant than the number of wins and losses. In many cases, another important factor will be the relationships that are formed between boy and coach, who is more often than not, a member of the teaching staff. As this will be the second time we’ve played Scotch this season, teams will certainly be able to measure their progress. Good luck to all teams.
This week some parents will have received their son’s first semester report. Over the next 10 days the remaining reports will be mailed home for parents to read and we encourage you to do this with your sons. This period of summative reporting is provided to give feedback to parents about their sons and guidance to the boys about their progress. Our staff invest considerable time in writing these reports as subject teachers, tutors and heads of houses. The thoughtfulness and energy that goes into these reports, along with the advice given, is there to encourage boys to give of their best as they move through this phase of their education.
Roger Bayly
Deputy Headmaster
Head of Senior School
Senior School Photographs
School Photograph Day – 27 June
On Wednesday 27 June, all students in the Senior School will have their portrait photograph taken.
Students and parents will be able to purchase these photographs or photo packages that include:
- Individual portrait photographs
- House group photographs
- Sports team photographs
- Cadet and Activity photographs
Photo Order Envelope
Photo Order Envelopes will be distributed to students on Monday 25 June in House tutorial groups. Boys will be asked to take these envelopes home to parents. In addition, order forms are available:
- At the Main Reception of the school
- At the School Marshal’s office
- Electronically by clicking here
Return of Photo Order Envelope
Envelopes should be returned to the Main Reception or the School Marshal’s Office by Wednesday 4 July.
Available to Order
Senior School photographs taken throughout the year are available for purchase. The following group photographs can be purchased online:
- Summer 1st Sports Teams
- Year 12
- Years 1 to 12 at Christ Church
- Pre-Primary to Year 12
Orders can be made at the Photo Hendriks website using the following link and password:
www.photohendriksgalleries.com
Click on the Christ Church logo
Enter password : esak54
Years 7 to 9
International Children's Winter Games 2013 - Participants Welcome
Christ Church Grammar has been fortunate enough to receive one of four Australian invitations to the sixth International Children's Winter Games in Ufa, Russia next year. Students who turn 12 to 15 in 2013 are eligible to compete. The selected students will be representing Christ Church Grammar School as well as Australia. This is a truly unique opportunity for all who attend and one that will live in memories for a life time.
What are the games?
It is a unique participation event of winter sports that aims to enable, develop and advance the meeting, understanding and friendship of students from different countries around the World and promote the Olympic Ideal. The games are the only youth winter event of its type endorsed by the IOC.
Do I need to be an elite athlete to compete?
No…the games focus on competition through the spirit of participation, yes you need to be able to ski or snowboard but not at an elite level. Any student capable of intermediate runs is more than capable of competing.
The tour will involve a significant cultural experience for all who attend with a stop over and sight seeing tour in Moscow on route to the games and a training camp in Shiga Kogen, Japan to prepare the team for the competition phase.
If you are interested in finding out more about the games, for further information or to register your expression of interest, contact Mr Dave Anderson, Director of Kooringal, at danderson@ccgs.wa.edu.au or on 9538 1061 or 0427 102 082.
Dave Anderson
Director of Kooringal
Years 7 to 12
Semester 1 Reports
These reports are currently being compiled and, as with last year, will be posted out on a staggered basis.
Years 9 and 10 parents can expect their sons' reports in the latter part of Week 9 of this term.
Years 7 and 8 parents can expect their sons' reports in the latter part of Week 10.
Years 11 and 12 parents can expect their sons' reports in the latter part of Week 11.
Margaret Brophy
Director of Studies
Basketball Singlets
Could parents of students who played basketball over the past year please check if they have a numbered CCGS singlet at home.
These singlets belong to the school and need to be returned as soon as possible, to allow us to order replacements for the missing tops.
Thank you in advance for your assistance in this matter.
Drew McDonald
Assistant to Director of Sport
Year 10
Parent-Teacher-Student Interviews - 2 July
Year 10 Parent-Teacher-Student Interviews will be held on Monday 2 July from 3.45pm to 7.00pm. PTO bookings are open. To book, or for details on how to book, click here.
On that evening, three teachers whose subjects are not taught in Year 10 (or have not yet been taught to all Year 10s, in the case of Philosophy) will be available to talk to boys and parents about Ancient History, Philosophy & Ethics, Politics & Law and Psychology. There are no appointments for these interviews; the Psychology teacher will be in the Gallery between 4.00pm and 5.30pm, and the others will be in the Gallery from 4.30pm to 6.00pm. Should these times not suit, you are welcome to ring the Head of Humanities, Mr David Proudlove on 9442 1747, to discuss Ancient History, Philosophy & Ethics, or Politics & Law and the Head of Science, Mr Michael Masterton on 9442 1681, to discuss Psychology.
Year 10 Parents Social Events - Save the Dates!
Coffee Morning at Mosmans
Date: Wednesday 8 August
Time: 9.30am
Venue: Mosmans Restaurant, 15 Johnson Pde, Mosman Park
Curry Night In
Date: Friday 21 September
Time: 7.30pm onwards
Venue: Private venue TBA closer to time
BYO: Curry to share and drinks
As Year 10s Venture Out So Will We - End of Year Parent Function
Date: Friday 9 November
Time: 7.00pm onwards
Venue and further details: TBA closer to date
We look forward to seeing you at these events.
Year 10 Exchange Programmes
An exchange opportunity exists for a Year 10 student to go to Scotland in Term 3. Interested students should see Mr Neil Saggers, Director of Activities, on nsaggers@ccgs.wa.edu.au as soon as possible.
Host families – Beyond Queenslea Drive
Christ Church has a vibrant exchange programme with approximately 15 international schools. From time to time we look for a Christ Church family to host a young man from the UK, USA, NZ, South Africa, Canada or India. This would be for approximately five weeks during a school term. Please contact Mr Neil Saggers, Director of Activities, on nsaggers@ccgs.wa.edu.au if you think your family may be able to assist.
Years 10 to 12
Atarget July Revision Programme - 9 to 13 July
The Atarget July holiday programme will provide a comprehensive revision of the syllabus covered in Semester 1. WACE Revision, WACE Exam Preparation and Study Skills programmes offer 10 hours of tuition for each subject running from Monday 9 to Friday 13 July.
For more information and booking details, call 9486 1377 or visit www.atarget.com.au.
Year 11
Year 11 Sundowner - 24 June
The Parents' Association Sundowner for Year 11 parents will be held in the Refectory on Sunday 24 June from 5.30pm to 7.30pm.
The Deputy Headmaster, Mr Roger Bayly, will provide information on the leadership opportunities and recognition awards coming up for your son(s) as they move towards their final year at the school.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Years 11 and 12
Year 11 and 12 WACE Private Candidates
Any Year 11 or 12 student who has the intention of sitting a WACE exam at the end of the year as a Private Candidate needs to complete this form (6.6.1) for this purpose and return in to the Schools Curriculum and Standards Authority (formerly the Curriculum Council) with the required payment by Wednesday 4 July.
For more information, click here.
Year 12
Current ATAR Position
Year 12 boys have been issued with an indication of their current ATAR position. Some of them are feeling happy and encouraged; others have had a shock. The clear message that I have tried to convey to the boys is that if they are concerned that they are not achieving as well as they would like, all is not lost – there is time for them to make significant improvements over the next few months but they will have to be honest with themselves about their level of effort and try to ensure that they put distractions aside (Facebook and Skype are often mentioned by the boys in this regard) and really focus on their studies in the months leading up to November.
In the forthcoming holidays, I would suggest that they have at least a week's holiday, but they could then spend some time revising, making study notes, familiarising themselves with syllabus statements, attacking parts of past exams and so on. The Homework Diary (pages 6 and 7) contains really useful information on Study Strategies which the boys can use to add variety to their study practices. Term 3 will be intense and the lead-up to the Trial Exams in Week 10 will require a very consistent and dedicated effort.
As always, boys who are really concerned about their progress are encouraged to talk to their tutor and Head of House, as well as their teachers.
Margaret Brophy
Director of Studies
Curtin University Conference - 25 June
On Monday 25 June, all students studying Year 12 English or English Literature will be attending a conference at Curtin University, along with students from a number of other schools. To read more, click here.
Year 12 Father and Son Breakfast - 3 July – book now!
All Year 12 fathers (or other significant mentors) are warmly invited to attend the annual Father and Son Breakfast which will be held at the University Club of Western Australia at UWA at 7.00am to 8.15am on Tuesday 3 July.
The guest speaker will be the Reverend Canon Richard Pengelley, current Chaplain of St George’s College, Sub-Dean Community at UWA, dual Olympian and Assistant Professor School of Sports Science, Exercise and Health.
Please book your tickets at www.trybooking.com/27534 by Wednesday 27 June.
Curtin University Parent Information Evening - 4 July
This event is intended to provide parents with what they need to know about the TISC process and how university preferences work, admissions, scholarships, university support services and also provide opportunities to talk one-on-one with faculty representatives about specific courses, and with current students about their university experiences.
Year 12 Parent Information Evening
Date: Wednesday 4 July
Time: Expo and refreshments on arrival at 5.00pm. Formal presentations from 5.45pm to 7.00pm
Location: Curtin Bentley Campus
To find out more about these events and to register, please visit www.curtin.edu.au/parentseve or call on 9266 1000.
Careers
UWA Counselling Service
The University of Western Australia is offering Individual Counselling Sessions during the July school holidays for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 (and their parents). The sessions are designed to help answer questions about UWA’s courses including:
- Admission requirements
- Entry pathways into Medicine, Dentistry, Law and Engineering
- Year 10 subject selection
- TISC process
The sessions will be held in the Alexander Lecture Theatre at the University from 9 to 13 July. Students will need to register their interest with Lisa Cowell at lisa.cowell@uwa.edu.au.
UWA's 'A day in the life of a ...' Programme - 17, 18 and 19 July
During the July school holidays, UWA will offering Years 11 and 12 students the opportunity to find out what studies in a particular field would be like. The following opportunities are available:
A Day in the life of an Engineering Science Student – Tuesday 17 July, 9.00am to 4.00pm
A Day in the Life of a Chemistry Student – Wednesday 18 July, 8.45am to 4.00pm
A Day in the Life of a Business Student – Thursday 19 July, 9.00am to 4.00pm
Application for these events close on the 29 June. Application available from Ms Clarke or for further information contact:
Alison Chan, Prospective Students Adviser, UWA on 6488 1450.
University of Notre Dame – Early Offer Program 2012
The Notre Dame Early Offer Program acknowledges and rewards the achievements of outstanding Year 12 students by offering them a place before they sit their final TEE examinations. This offer is for students who have a predicted ATAR of 90 or above.
The Early Offers are made to the successful students in October. If a student accepts their Early Offer to the University of Notre Dame, it would in no way prohibit them from applying and being offered a place at another university.
For more information, view this brochure. Applications are available from Ms Clarke. Closing date is Friday 3 August.
Media Frenzy Programme
Murdoch University’s Media Frenzy is taking place in the July school holidays for those who may be interested in pursuing a career in the media industry.
For more information, view this flyer or visit www.murdoch.edu.au/Experience.
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) 2013 Trainee Programme
Applications for the 2013 PwC Trainee Programme are now open. The programme offers Year 12 students interested in studying accounting at university the opportunity to secure employment early with one of the world's largest professional services firms.
A Trainee Programme enables students to gain practical and commercial experience while completing a Commerce or Business degree majoring in accounting, all while being paid at the same time.
Closing date is Sunday 24 June. For further information, call Clare Wood on 9238 3022 or visit www.pwc.com.au/careers.
Invest in our boys' future with Annual Giving
Please remember there is only one week remaining until the end of the financial year. This may be important for the purpose of claiming a tax deduction for donations.
To download a donation form, click here.
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’.
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Postcard from Michaelhouse, South Africa
Last weekend was a blast! I didn’t have a sporting fixture at Michaelhouse so Dylan and I caught the bus to Durban. I planned to go out and watch some local school boy rugby but as the bad weather started to roll in, much of the afternoon was spent watching the Wallabies beat Wales and celebrating the Dockers win over Richmond. Later on, we departed for the rugby test match - Springboks v England. I sat right at the top of the stands to avoid getting rained on. The Springboks won, much to the content of the 40,000 South Africans in the stadium! After the game there was a big braai (barbeque) on the neighbouring fields. After eating one too many sausages it was time to go home.
The next day, Dylan and I headed down to the beach. Once there, we headed out into the waves for a surf. The relaxed waves and the warm South African water made for a very enjoyable couple of hours in the ocean. After the beach, we went shopping. The weaker South African currency made the Aussie dollar seem so much more valuable! After making a hole in my pocket (not so big, considering the amount bought) we called it a day. We jumped on the bus and headed back to Michaelhouse - content with the weekend just past.
Taras Melsom (Year 10), Beyond Queenslea Drive immersion student
Celebrating NAIDOC Week
Senior School Assembly - 5 July
Canteen
Volunteers Required
Volunteers are required on many available days for the rest of the term. To view the available dates, click here.
If you would like to volunteer, please email your available dates to Ann Carr at canteen@ccgs.wa.edu.au. You will receive a response within 48 hours.
Uniform Shop
Volunteers Required for Stocktake
The Uniform Shop requires assistance with pre-counting stock in preparation for Stocktake on Thursday 28 June. We need volunteers for the rest of May and throughout June to help us complete this task. Parents can volunteer on any day the Uniform Shop is open for as little or as long as you choose. The Uniform Shop opening hours are as follows:
Monday - 7.45am to 5.00pm
Tuesday - Closed
Wednesday - 12.45pm to 5.00pm
Thursday - 2.30pm to 5.00pm
Friday - 7.45am to 11.30am
We also need volunteers to help us with Stocktake on Thursday 28 June at 9.00am.
If you can lend some time, please contact the Uniform Shop at uniformshopvolunteers@ccgs.wa.edu.au or call Diana on 0417 130 681.
Anglican Messenger
Anglican Messenger - June 2012
To view the June edition of the Anglican Messenger, click here.
Community
Pro Football Training - July Holiday Clinics
Pro Football Training are delighted to offer Christ Church students the opportunity to train and improve their soccer skills during the July holidays.
Mark Lee, Pro Football Training Director and Christ Church 1st Team Coach, comments:
"Soccer at Christ Church continues to grow each year and with the success of the 1st Team boys winning the PSA in 2011, I am very excited about the future of the sport at the School. I would highly recommend players of all ages and abilities to attend our Pro Football Training clinics to improve on all aspects of their game in a fun, exciting and engaging environment"
For more information on the clinic and to register, click here.
School Holiday Football Clinic - 9 and 10 July
The Australian Institute of Football is holding a two day football clinic at Christ Church. For more information, view this flyer.
UWA July 2012 Vacation Care Programme - 9 to 23 July
Vacancies are available for the UWA July 2012 Vacation Care Programme and After School Care from Monday 9 July to Monday 23 July for children attending full time Pre-Primary to Year 6.
To view the Vacation Care Programme, click here.
For more information on the programme or to enrol, click here.
Bubble Dome July School Holiday Courses - Book Now!
For students aged 6 to 18 years.
Learn the latest in 3D animation and games design on a Bubble Dome school holiday workshop these holidays. There will be other exciting courses such as ultra animation & games design, claymation, science and more.
For more information, visit www.bubbledome.com or email info@bubbledome.com.
Depression and Cyber Bullying/Cybersafety Seminars - 10 August and 7 September
Dr Michael Carr-Gregg has scheduled two important and informative seminars.
Depression: Insights and Strategies to Support your Students
For complete information, click here.
Cyber Bullying Cybersafety
For complete information, click here.