Friday 8 June 2012
The act of giving enables each of us to make a difference. From a personal perspective, I have been humbled during my time as Headmaster by the generosity of many within the school community and the difference such generosity has made. In particular, the funds directed to the Scholarship Trust assists boys who, for financial reasons, would not otherwise be able to attend Christ Church. This contributes greatly to the lives of the recipients as well as the whole community.
Our Annual Giving programme has certainly made an enormous contribution over past years to that which the School has been able to offer. I believe the support given to Annual Giving is another indication of the value parents place on a Christ Church education.
Annual Giving projects are all tax deductible, therefore now is a good time to consider your own support. The size of individual gifts is not as important as your participation. To access our gift form, please click here.
I thank everyone who has already made a gift. The graph below plots our progress this year against last year’s grand total. We will include an updated graph each week in order to monitor progress.
Year 7 Scholarships 2013
This morning I started my day at the Preparatory School Assembly by acknowledging the winners of scholarships to boys who are current members of our Year 6 cohort (it followed a most delightful ‘bucket symphony’ from 1DC).
Scholarships are awarded in a variety of areas following academic testing and recommendations from staff within the School. It is my pleasure to announce to the community that the following scholarships have now been awarded for entry into the Senior School for Year 7 in 2013.
| Council Entrance Scholarships | |
| Matthew HAMDORF | Dalkeith Primary School |
| Amitabh JEGANATHAN | Nedlands Primary School |
| Benjamin KEMPSON | Cottesloe Primary School |
| Jack MAURICE | Mosman Park Primary School |
| Albert SMITH | Christ Church Grammar School |
| Lachlan ZHOU | Freshwater Bay Primary School |
| Music Scholarships | |
| William HU (‘Academic Scholar’) | Loreto Primary School |
| Oliver TERRY | Christ Church Grammar School |
| Drama Scholarship | |
| Max CAMPBELL-CLAUSE | Perth Waldorf School |
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
The Year 5 classes are in the midst of their Black Swan Theatre experience. This year the boys are investigating the book Blueback, by Tim Winton, using the vehicle of drama. They have been involved in various drama-based activities dissecting the text and viewing the text from different characters’ perspectives. The Black Swan Theatre experience is fun and enjoyable for the boys as they work in the world of drama and it is an excellent complement to their literacy programme. This experience also gives the boys a grounding in the performing arts and is a preparation for their involvement in the Year 6 drama production.
This week I received a National Excellence in Teaching Award nomination for Mrs Sally Lee. These nominations are an appreciation by parents for our teachers’ hard work for your sons. Nominations can be made at www.neita.com.
Please remember, Preparatory School photographs will be taken on Wednesday 13 June. Boys in Years 3 to 6 need to wear formals. If your son has Physical Education he is asked to bring his sports clothes and shoes in his sports bag. Boys in Pre-Primary to Year 2 need to wear their Christ Church polo shirt, not their House shirt.
Richard Wright
Head of LW Parry Preparatory School
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.
Year 1
Parents Coffee Morning
There will be a Year 1 parents coffee morning on Wednesday 20 June at Atomic in Claremont Quarter, after drop off.
There is no need to RSVP. Hope to see you there.
Years 1 to 6
After School Co-curricular Activities
A reminder to parents that co-curricular activities are available to your son(s) in Years 1 to 6. Below you will find a list of the various activities which still have room, each with a link to the online booking system:
• Fitness for Kids – Years 1 to 3 – www.trybooking.com/BEZA
• Lego and Box Construction – Years 1 to 3 – www.trybooking.com/BISU
• Dance – Years 3 to 6 – www.trybooking.com/BFAM
Please note:
• Each boy can participate in a maximum of two activities.
• Please ensure you provide afternoon tea for your son(s).
• At the conclusion of the activity, the boys will be taken to the roundabout, ready to be picked up.
• Once you have registered online, further information will be forwarded by the teacher(s) of each activity.
• Most activities will take place directly after school and run for one hour.
• All activities are run by teachers here at the LW Parry Preparatory School.
• When an activity is full, the following message will be displayed: The event has no dates available for booking. Please contact the event organiser.
For further information please contact Sandra Conway at the Preparatory School reception on 9442 1666 or sconway@ccgs.wa.edu.au.
Year 4
Year 4TS Father/Son Bowling Afternoon
Year 4TS fathers and sons (siblings and mothers too) are welcome to an afternoon of bowling.
Date: Saturday 9 June
Time: 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Place: Rosemont Bowl, 464 Fitzgerald Street, North Perth
Bring: Socks, bowling shoes will be provided
Food and Drinks: Available for purchase at Rosemont
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 on Saturday 30 June from 6.00pm to 8.00pm at the 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.
Years 4 to 6
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. The programmes include educational and recreational activities and will commence daily from 7.45am and conclude at 5.00pm. The cost per child is $100 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, full programme details and to enrol, please contact the College on 9449 5555 or at admin@stgeorgescollege.com.au.
The second half of Term 2 brings with it a range of challenges for the boys of the Senior School. Year 11 and 12s are resetting the clock after the exam period and looking at how they can improve and/or consolidate their academic performance in the crucial second semester. They should discuss result issues with their subject teachers, tutor and Head of House.
Year 10s are now entering a phase where their academic performance will be assessed and form the basis for decisions about their Year 11 subject selections. For some boys this will identify that they need to make better use of the resources around them as they aspire to better outcomes.
Year 9 boys begin their nine-day outdoor camps at Kooringal and the particular challenges these bring with the onset of the winter weather. A good quality rain jacket is a ‘must’ on these camps.
Both the Year 7 and 8 cohorts are in a period of consolidation. Transition and outdoor experiences are behind them and the learning from these stages can be applied to the academic challenges they are confronting.
In the coming weeks I will talk with the Year 9 cohort about building positive and supportive relationships. It is often about this time in a boy’s development that understanding and empathy ebb somewhat. The quality of verbal communication and their judgement about situations can also seem limited. More often than not when it is pointed out they are behaving in an annoying manner, boys are quick to modify the effect of their persistent behaviours. In fact these discussions can be useful in resetting their thinking, developing awareness and invariably this assists in creating positive and cohesive relationships among the boys.
Roger Bayly
Deputy Headmaster
Head of Senior School
Years 7 to 9
Pilgrimage of Hope Fiji - 1 to 11 October - Four Places Available
As you may know, we needed to postpone the Fiji pilgrimage which was scheduled to take place during the Easter holidays. This was due to the severe storms and resulting floods. This pilgrimage will now take place during the October school holidays.
A few pilgrims are unable to join us due to previous engagements thus four places are now available. If you would like to come to Fiji, please let me know urgently, as places will be allocated on a 'first come first served' basis.
This pilgrimage is predominantly for Christ Church and St Hilda's students in Years 7 and 8, however, if you are in Year 9, you will still be eligible.
We travel first to Nadi for a two day briefing and orientation on the culture and people, along with a chance for some sightseeing. Then fly on to Suva, where we will serve alongside the Sisters at St Christopher's Orphanage, where we also stay. In the mornings we help with general maintenance work around the building and grounds. In the afternoon we spend time with the children.
The flights are as follows:
1 October - QF598 - Perth to Brisbane - 12.50pm to 7.00pm
1 October - QF347 - Brisbane to Nadi - 11.55pm to 5.25am
4 October - FJ7 - Nadi to Suva - 8.00am to 8.30am
11 October - FJ6 - Suva to Nadi - 6.30am to 7.00am
11 October - QF392 - Nadi to Sydney - 9.00am to 12.40pm
11 October - QF569 - Sydney to Perth 4.50pm to 7.00pm
If you would like to join this pilgrimage, please send your expression of interest immediately. If you require further information, please call me on 0407 399 953 or email brjames@ccgs.wa.edu.au.
Closing date for applications is Wednesday 13 June.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Brother James OSB
Director – Pilgrimage of Hope
Jo Swain
POH Fiji Pilgrimage - Programme Coordinator
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
Year 10
Parent-Teacher-Student Interviews
Year 10 Parent-Teacher-Student Interviews will be held on Monday 2 July from 3.45pm to 7.00pm. PTO bookings will open on Friday 15 June. Details on how to book will be included in next week's e-newsletter.
Information Night Presentation
Many thanks to all the parents who attended the Information Night on Tuesday. We have had a number of requests for the slideshow presentation shown on the night to be made available. To view the slideshow presentation, click here.
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
Lunchtime Presentation Summary
Thank you to those who attended the lunchtime presentation on studying at universities outside Australia. If you click here, you will find a summary of the points made by our speakers. Special thanks to parent Mr Mark Pasley for his information on applying to study in the USA.
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.
China Service Trip Opportunities - July 2012
Only four boys from Years 10 to 12 have the fantastic opportunity to take part in a Community Awareness Project run by St Paul’s College in Hong Kong. This visit will include a preparation period in Hong Kong and five days working with disadvantaged and disabled children in the Qinghai Provence of China.
Below is a message from St Paul's College in Hong Kong:
We are busy preparing for this huge project. It is very encouraging to see that the overall responses are positive. About 500 local students, 25 overseas delegates, 30 St Paul's delegates and 200 officials will be involved in the Youth Service Learning Conference and the Guangxi Visit.
We also consider the conference and the project a wonderful chance for students to develop their leadership. There are over 15 subcommittees to help run the youth conference. They will take charge of the transportation, meal arrangements, youth service learning conference, the local service projects, the opening and closing ceremony etc.
The total project will be of 12 days duration and is run during the July school holidays, from 8 July until 19 July.
For more information, please view this letter (inclusive of a brief itinerary) or contact Drew McDonald on 9442 1637 or on dmcdonald@ccgs.wa.edu.au.
Year 11
Year 11 Sundowner – Save the date
The Parents' Association Sundowner for Year 11 parents will be held in the Refectory on Sunday 24 June from 5.30 to 7.30pm.
The Deputy Headmaster, Mr Roger Bayly, will provide information on leadership opportunities and recognition awards coming up for your sons as they move towards their final year at the School.
Please mark the date in your diary.
Year 10 and 12
Curtin University Parent Information Evenings - 20 June and 4 July
These events are 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 10 Parent Information Evening
Date: Wednesday 20 June
Time: Expo and refreshments on arrival at 5.00pm. Formal presentations from 5.45pm to 7.00pm
Location: Curtin Bentley Campus
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.
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.
Careers
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.
Senior School Photographs
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
- Basketball
- Cricket
- Tennis
- Vollyball
- Swimming Team
Year 12 – Years 1 to 12 at CCGS
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
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Music
Scholar's Recital Night - 12 June
The Scholar's Recital Night will be held in the Collaborative Learning Centre (CLC) foyer on Tuesday 12 June at 7.00pm. The evening is a showcase of talent featuring solo items from each of our music scholarship students consisting of a pianist, violinist, cellist and guitarist. The performance will end at around 8.30pm followed by light refreshments.
All members of the Christ Church community are invited to come. Due to limited seating, please confirm attendance with the Music Department by emailing Karen Sim at ksim@ccgs.wa.edu.au.
Midnite Youth Theatre Company
Rock 'n' Roll Bingo - Tonight!
Join the Midnite Youth Theatre Company on tonight from 7.00pm for Rock 'n' Roll Bingo.
To view the flyer in full, click here.
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.
Fees Raffle Results
Term 2 Raffle Winners
Congratulations to Mr and Mrs P Wright of East Fremantle on winning the Term 2 tuition fees raffle prize.
Anglican Messenger
Anglican Messenger - June 2012
To view the June edition of the Anglican Messenger, click here.
Community
Subiaco AFC Car Wash - 9 and 16 June
The Under 15s Subiaco AFC boys team will be holding a car wash to raise funds for the team's trip to Sweden and Denmark in the upcoming school holidays. They will be participating in the Gothia Cup - the largest youth soccer competition in the world.
Come down and have your car washed and support the boys fundraising efforts for their trip.
For more information, click here.
Parent Evening - Fed Up Roadshow – 19 June
Ever wondered if someone in your family reacts to particular foods or food additives? Whether behaviours or physical symptoms may be related to diet? Sue Dengate, well-known author of the Fed Up series about reducing food chemicals for calm, happy families, will be speaking in Perth as part of her Australian tour. Attendees will get a science-based understanding of the effects of food and additives on their children’s health, behaviour and learning, and a free magnifying cardwith numbers and names of additives to avoid.
Date: Tuesday 19 June
Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Location: Hadley Hall, Methodist Ladies College, 356 Stirling Highway, Claremont
Cost: $15 per ticket - available through www.events-made-easy.com/fedup2012
For further information, visit www.fedup.com.au.
Parent Evening - The Power of Outdoor Play - 20 June
Why free-play will make your child happier and smarter!
The WA Primary Prinicipal's Association invites parents, educators and community members to register for this outstanding event presented by Griffin Longley.
Date: Wednesday 20 June
Time: 7.30pm
Location: Grand Ballroom 2, Burswood Entertainment Complex, Great Eastern Highway, Burswood
Cost: $18 per ticket - all proceeds go to the Smart Future Foundation
To view the flyer, click here. For more information or to register, click here.
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.