Above all, train for character

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By Andre SteenekampDirector of Sport and Outdoor Education Well done to all of the students who participated in the Secondary Interhouse Cross Country Carnival on Tuesday. Every race scorecard per house was filled, due to high participation, which resulted in a very close competition. Will Alpha take the shield this year, or will last year’s winner Omega mount a successful title defence? Character in sport is more important than skillAndre Steenekamp, Director of Sport and Outdoor Education Character in sport is more important than skill. Our students demonstrated this at the carnival, with exceptional teamwork and support for peers, while read more…

Challenge builds interest in STEM careers

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It was our pleasure last week to host more than 250 secondary students from schools across the region, along with members of the local media, for the University of Newcastle Mid West Science and Engineering Challenge. Students spent the day taking part in a series of hands-on activities aimed at testing their problem-solving skills in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). The event is aimed at encouraging students to consider careers in STEM fields. Congratulations to Champion Bay Senior High School for winning this year’s event – and well done to all involved. Other participating schools were read more…

Hope, love, rest and reflection

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A highlight of Term 1 for Mrs de Lange was teaching Year 8 Sustainable Agricultural Management alongside Mrs Harrington and Mr Richards. We designed and constructed wicking boxes. They can be seen in the Kindy playground. By Sophia de LangeActing Principal It is with gratitude that we enter the Easter holiday, a time of rest, hope and reflection and spending time with our loved ones. Jesus is the true message of Easter. Because of Him, mankind can have a relationship with their Creator and be with Him for eternity. Easter brings hope, new beginnings and eternal life, made possible by read more…

Life’s greatest calling … to serve

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By Dynika Abetz and Tamicah PettigrewStudent Support Team The Year 9 Service Camp, held from 8 to 10 March, began on the Wednesday with a devotion from Biblical Life & Worldview Teacher John Tilinger on the character of Jesus, drawn from Philippians 2. We looked at the humility and servant heart of Jesus, and students were encouraged to model this. The students were then split into three groups. The first group went to the Bluff Point Anglican Church and served by helping with yard work – splitting into small groups to wash, wipe, rake and clean. They were pleased to read more…

Return of Welcome Feast draws big crowd

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Hundreds of people from the College community grabbed the opportunity to came together for the annual Welcome Feast on Wednesday night – after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19. Students, families and staff enjoyed a meal outdoors, while guest artist Christian singer-songwriter Dan Warlow entertained the crowd. The event was organised by the Geraldton Christian Community Schools Association, with generous sponsorship from (in no particular order): Gemma Baker Jewellers, GMA Garnet Group, GlassCo, Centro Dental, Sparkeze Auto Electrical, @AllDecor, Rob White Consulting and Ocean Air. In a brief address, Association Chair Khim Harris spoke of the important role College parents read more…

Alpha presented with 2022 Unity Shield

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Acting Principal Sophia de Lange presents Alpha House senior captains Luke and Chanelle with the 2022 Unity Shield. There was pandemonium in the College Hall last week as Alpha House was declared winner of the 2022 Unity Shield, by the narrowest of margins. Alpha took the honours 8-7 over Omega. But will the teal have the LAST word in 2023? I am the Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End – Revelation 22:13 RESULTS: 2022 Interhouse Competitions Tally – Unity Shield Secondary Performing Arts, Music – Alpha Swimming – Alpha Basketball – Alpha Cross read more…

Gratitude and hope for 2023

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Thank you to existing and new families for entrusting us with your children. Mrs Sophia de LangeActing Principal We want to extend a very warm welcome to all of our new families at the College this year.  Thank you to existing and new families for placing your trust in us to educate your children. Every child is created uniquely in God’s image and therefore we do not take your trust lightly. Teaching is a calling. Therefore, partnership with our families is very important to build a community of mutual respect and trust. We also welcome our new staff to the read more…

Kindy’s out-of-the-box Christmas gift

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Kindy Teacher Nateeka White came up with an out-of-the-box way to farewell the 2022 class – producing a playful cardboard box inspired class photo for families. We love the spontaneity and energy in every pose. Nateeka was able to create the image with just one cardboard box, taking single photos of each person in the box. Then came the time-consuming part, using photo imaging software to cut each image and stitch it together into one main image. “That part of the process would have taken more than half an hour, but no more than an hour, for each of the read more…

Chanelle lights up Yearbook competition

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Chanelle’s winning art piece. We received a huge number of entries from students for the 2022 Yearbook cover competition, demonstrating extraordinary artistic talent as they explored the theme of beach/lighthouse. Year 11 student Chanelle W was judged the winner, with runners-up Larishia L (Year 9), Khloe dV (Year 1) and Kayla B (Year 5). All students received a prize for their efforts, while Chanelle’s work will feature on the 2022 Yearbook cover. The Yearbook will be made available for families in 2023. Acting Principal Sophia de Lange with winner Chanelle W. Larishia L with Mrs de Lange. Larishia’s entry. Khloe read more…

Kietzmann family claim another VETDSS Award

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Acting Principal Sophia de Lange, Braydon Kietzmann, Zadian Janse Van Rensburg, Liam Stubbs and Acting Deputy Principal Martlie Fourie at the 2022 Central Regional TAFE VETDSS Awards. The Kietzmann family have continued their strong showing in the Central Regional TAFE’s annual awards for Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS). Year 11 student Braydon Kietzmann was named Trade-Based Training Student of the Year winner at the 2022 awards ceremony at TAFE on Wednesday night. Last year, Braydon’s older sister Chloe, who holds a Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies, took out the 2021 VETDSS Student read more…