Term 4 Week 6

What’s Happening at Bellarine

Week 7

• Monday 13 November                   Junior School Assembly
• Tuesday 14 November                   Year 5 Class Music Celebration Concert
• Tuesday 14 November                   Drum Evening
• Tuesday 14 November                   Art Technology & Design Festival 9AM – 6PM
• Wednesday 15 November             Guitar Evening 1
• Wednesday 15 November             Art Technology & Design Festival 9AM – 6PM
• Thursday 16 November                 Guitar Evening 2
• Thursday 16 November                 Art Technology & Design Festival 9AM – 9PM

Week 7

• Wednesday 22 November             Hooptime Future Stars Regional Finals – Years 3 & 4
• Wednesday 22 November             Year 7 Dance Showcase
• Friday 24 November                       Year 4 All Day Queenscliff Bike Ride

Remembrance Day Service

This morning the College community at Bellarine held their Remembrance Day service for all the Australian men and women from all backgrounds who served in conflict fighting for the freedoms we take for granted today.

Year 8 students Anabella Hicks and Anika Sharma laid a wreath followed by Raf Berra and Jack Bloothoofd raising the flag when Thomas Moffatt led us in the rouse.

The students appreciated the significance of the occasion and respected the historical background that was explained. The final part of the service was the singing of the National anthem whereby the whole Campus community sang with great feeling.

Thank you to all those involved in the service including Andrew Platt, Roselyn Smith and Mia Kafieris and Wayne Durran for the photos.

Discovery Learning

It was a perfect day along the Bellarine on Wednesday and the Preps were lucky enough to be headed to Point Lonsdale Beach. They explored along the coast by building sandcastles, digging moats, and searching for crabs in rock pools. They enjoyed climbing rocks and running away from the waves. All the children had a wonderful afternoon together and are looking forward to their last Discovery Learning for the year, in two weeks’ time.

The Intersection of Stories and Empathy

Last week, our Year 9 girls had a wonderful opportunity to experience ‘The Intersection’ excursion in Melbourne. This program, led by Evan, our tour and workshop guide, aimed to help the students understand the power of stories and how they shape our perception of ourselves and others.

The students learned about the concept of stereotypes and how they can limit our view of people’s identities and experiences. They also discussed the role of assumptions and how they can prevent us from empathising with others and creating meaningful connections. Evan challenged the students to question their own assumptions and to be open-minded when encountering different perspectives and situations.

The excursion also included some hands-on activities where the students engaged in storytelling exercises and explored various emotions and sensations. The students discovered that empathy is easier when we can relate to what others have felt and gone through.

The Intersection excursion was a valuable and enriching experience for our Year 9 girls. We hope that they will continue to apply the lessons they learned in their everyday lives and interactions.

Oh, What a Day!

Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.

Orientation Day this week was full of excitement and joy. The Prep to Year 4 students moved off to their new classrooms, where they settled into a day of fun and getting-to-know-you activities with their new classmates and teachers. Faces were beaming and the playground was buzzing with excitement when students went out to play during recess and lunch time. It was wonderful to have this opportunity to assist our students in transitioning into their new year level for 2024.
Samantha Bett –Years P-4

The 2024 Year 5 students had a great start to their Middle School journey with a special Orientation Day. They met their new teachers and classmates, and discovered the exciting opportunities that await them in Middle School. The students also participated in some STEM challenges that tested their creativity and problem-solving skills. Working in teams, the students had to find a solution to stacking cups without touching them. All the groups did an amazing job and impressed their teachers with their innovative ideas. The students also enjoyed some Middle School art lessons with Mr Monagle, where they explored different techniques and materials. They also had a blast with Mr Durran in Health and P.E. The day ended with a lot of smiles and enthusiasm, as the students left feeling excited for the year ahead.
Josh Lees and Kate Pritchard –Year 5

Operation Christmas Child

For several years Christian College Bellarine have been a fantastic supporter of the Good Samaritan’s ‘Operation Christmas Child’ campaign. Over the years, our Christian College community has blessed over a thousand children around the world with a box packed with gifts and love. This year there has been a wonderful response. I would like to say a BIG thank you to all those families that were able to donate an item or fill a box this year as we were able to support this fantastic cause with a tremendous 80 boxes and postage! It is such a beautiful blessing to be able to share Gods word and the joy of Christmas with children around the world that may otherwise receive nothing.

Year 9s – Orientation at Senior Campus

Orientation Day at Senior Campus presents a unique chance for the current Year 9 students at both our Bellarine and Highton Middle Schools to navigate their way around the campus through a variety of fun activities and experiences. With no other students at school, apart from the friendly and helpful 2024 prefect group, there was ample opportunity for students to get to know new friends, new staff and to familiarise themselves with the new location.

After some introductions within House groupings, the prefects did an amazing job leading tour groups around the school. This fresh knowledge of campus locations, combined with their ability to decipher cryptic clues and complete challenge tasks, was tested in the Amazing Race, with the final clue leading them back to the BBQ lunch. Despite the heat and humidity of the day, students remained engaged in the afternoon’s elective activities – including theatre sports, café culture, trivia, twisted science, origami and ocha, and a wide variety of sports – truly something for everyone!

The smiling faces of students as they participated and enjoyed the company of friends both existing and new was fantastic to see. The Senior School staff and prefects were impressed by the willingness of the Year 9s to get involved, and we are looking forward to having this great group of students join Senior Campus in Transition Week, Dec 4 – 8.

Our 2023 ATD Festival – Better than Ever! 

We are excited once again to present our Annual Art, Technology and Design Festival. This year’s event runs from Tuesday, November 14 to Thursday, November 16 at Villa Paloma, our Senior School ATD centre, 25 Waurn Ponds Drive, Waurn Ponds. 

The Festival includes a magnificent exhibition of selected students' work from Art, Technology and Design classes – ranging from Kindergarten through to Year 12. 

The exhibition is open to all between 9am and 6pm on Tuesday 14 and Wednesday 15. 

On Thursday 16, the exhibition runs from 9am to 9pm, with the ‘Festival Finale’ getting underway from 4pm. Highlights include art, food, music, workshops and interactive events featuring some of our CCG ‘Creators in the Spotlight’ who take us through a range of creative, design, technical and artistic considerations behind some of their amazing creations. Guest speaker for this year’s Festival during the Finale is ex-CCG student, Bec Riddle, who has been a driven professional in the fashion industry for the past nine years, including operating her own business Saint Blaire. She is currently Studio Manager running the textiles and graphics department for Cotton On Womens and Foundation. 

For all details, including the program for the Festival Finale and a sneak peek at some of the art that will be part of the exhibition, please visit our website by clicking here, or on the homepage hotlink.

MSO – Discounted Subscription for CCG Families

Music lovers take note, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra offers a discount subscription for staff, students and direct family of the Christian College Geelong community for a series of concerts held in Geelong. 

The 2024 MSO Geelong program returns with a wide-ranging repertoire of the finest classical music, taking in revered masterpieces: 

AMERICAN STORIES: BERNSTEIN, GERSHWIN AND MORE
Friday 12 April 2024 / 7.30pm 

MOZART AND TCHAIKOVSKY
Friday 24 May 2024 / 7.30pm


JAIME CONDUCTS RACHMANINOV AND DVORAK
Friday 28 June 2024 / 7.30pm


DVORAK AND BRUCKNER
Friday 6 September 2024 / 7.30pm 

HANDEL'S MESSIAH
Saturday 7 December 2024 / 7.30pm 

Get Some Unique Christmas Cards and Support Williams House

This year Williams House is selling packets of Christmas cards designed by our own little artists!

We are selling our Angel/Shepherd cards for $5 for a pkt of 6 and our Nativity cards are $7 for a pkt of 10. Each packet contains either 6 or 10 different designs.

If you would like to support the kinder and share our creations with the community this Christmas, the cards are available at all CCG campus receptions and of course at Williams House. Payment can be made with cash or card.

We also take over-the-phone orders with direct deposit. Phone 5241 3556

All money raised will go towards making some new additions to our outdoor yards!

We hope you love these gorgeous creations and enjoy sharing them with your family and the community this Christmas!

With thanks from all the children and the team at WH!

We’re Hiring – Canteen Assistants

Are you looking for a fun and fulfilling casual job within a vibrant school environment? Join our team as a School Canteen Assistant and make a positive impact on the daily lives of our students.

We are currently in search of enthusiastic canteen assistants to join our team at our Middle School-Highton canteen.

Applicants are required to hold a valid Working With Children Check. Previous experience working in a canteen setting or Level 1 Food Safety Certificate would be advantageous but not essential. Responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks, including food preparation, customer service, cleaning, and stock control.

Shifts are available throughout Monday to Friday, aligned with the school calendar which constitutes 38 weeks per year. Hours are generally 9-2pm.

For a Position Description and how to apply, visit this page on our website.

VET Information

Students who have applied for a VET course for 2024 should now know if they have been offered a position or have been put on to a waitlist. Students who have been waitlisted will be put into one of their reserved CCG subjects until a position becomes available.

Students and parents should regularly check emails as the training organisations will be in touch directly with course specific information this term. The Gordon will be inviting new first year students and parents to an information session and tour at the City Campus on November 22 from 5.30 – 6.45pm and at East Campus on November 27 from 5.30 – 6.45pm.

The training organisations prefer that all VET correspondence comes through the school. If you have any questions or require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me, k.fearnsides@ccg.vic.edu.au or Cathy Brew c.brew@ccg.vic.edu.au in the student office.