Term 4 Week 8

What is Happening at Bellarine

Week 9

• Monday 27 November Full dress rehearsal for Celebration Evening
• Monday 27 November Ceilidh Band Performance
• Monday 27 November Middle School Assembly
• Monday 27 November Pink Day – wear a touch of pink
• Tuesday 28 November Year 1 & 2 Bravehearts Incursion
• Tuesday 28 November Junior School Colour Run 2:40PM
• Wednesday 29 November Year 2 Strings Concert
• Wednesday 29 November Year 9 Formal
• Thursday 30 November Year 5/6 All Day Pt Lonsdale Bike Ride
• Thursday 30 November Year 9 Girls’ Transformation Open House
• Friday 1 December Market Day
• Friday 1 December Rural 8/Transformation studies conclude

Week 10

• Monday 4 December Costa Hall Dress Rehearsal
• Monday 4 December Student Leadership Camp
• Tuesday 5 December Bellarine Campus Celebration Evening at Costa Hall
• Wednesday 6 December Junior School Activity Day: Movies and Beach
• Wednesday 6 December Middle School Activity Day: Adventure Park
• Thursday 7 December Bellarine Awards Assembly
• Thursday 7 December Christmas Service
• Friday 8 December Year 4 Graduation 10:30AM
• Friday 8 December Year 9 Graduation 1:30PM
• Friday 8 December Term 4 Dismissal – 2:30PM

Year 3 Tackles the Plastic Bag Problem

As part of our Integrated Studies Topic of ‘Protecting our Planet’, we have been looking at the way we have slowed down how we use single-use plastic bags in our daily life, after having it highlighted how damaging to the environment they were. To stop these bags going straight into landfill, we had a task to design and make some kind of object that used them, as the main component.

After extensive collaboration, discussion and a fair bit of trial and error, everyone came up with an exciting design and then set about making it. The results were fantastic and the lengths that were taken to ensure that the product worked, were staggering. There was such a variety: boxing gloves, parachutes, masked superheroes, kites and a variety of clothing options. Every one of them, superb in their own right.

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Year 5 reporters first on the scene! 

Our Year 5 journalists have been working very hard to meet the deadline to get their newspaper to the printer on time. Small groups worked together to write headlining articles, reporting on breaking news from the Victorian Goldfields. Our groups created their newspaper from start to finish. Deciding on a name for their paper, editors, major articles that needed to be written and proofing each other’s work. 

Our students shone during this rich writing task. From planning, to writing, to editing and cutting and pasting it all together into their final papers. Each writer shared their talents, and everyone has multiple by-lines in their newspaper. 

Special editions of these newspaper can be found at the Bellarine Campus Library. 

Heroes, Sidekicks and Villains

In the Year 7 Drama elective this term we have been developing our knowledge of, and skills in, performing the melodrama genre – specifically through a focus on heroes, sidekicks and villains.

Earlier this week, students were able to perform their devised pieces in front of an audience of Year 2 and 3 students. We had villains monologuing about the hardships they couldn’t overcome, heroes who’s bullying behaviour saw them acting more like villains, and sidekicks who just wanted to be number one, for once.

It has been an absolute pleasure working with these students this semester, watching their performing knowledge, skills and confidence grow. They should all take a well-deserved bow.

Global Citizens in Year 7!

Throughout Term 4, Year 7 students have worked on an interdisciplinary Humanities, English and Self-Directed unit gaining a further understanding of themselves as global citizens. Students have inquired into the big idea: ’Innovation plays an essential role if we are to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by 2030’.

After a tuning in process, where students explored the United Nation’s Sustainability Development Goals (UN SDGs) and were immersed in current developments, the students undertook an inquiry research task related to a United Nations SDG of their choice.

Students were challenged to create an innovative idea which would help make a difference, to their chosen goal as well as identify local, national, and international organisations already making a difference in their selected issue.

On Tuesday 21 November, students shared their learning journey in the form of an exhibition. The Year 7 students were very keen to display and explain to their guests, the research, surveys, communication and innovative ideas they had developed. From solar panels on planes, to NASA technology which dehydrates food for those in need, to a safety bracelet connected to emergency services, AI integrity witness system to monitor corruption and a VR headset connected to a virtual assistant which supports people at risk, it seems the future is in good hands!

Year 9 Student Leadership for 2024

Exciting times ahead!

Following an extensive process which included a leadership forum, written application, speech, staff voting, student voting and interview, this week we announced our 2024 Prefects during a Middle School assembly. This event saw the current Year 9 Prefects, as well as peers from Years 5-9 present, to congratulate the following students on this achievement:

Year 9 Transforming Times

Year 9 Transformation is a project that aims to inspire students to make a positive change in the world. As part of this project, students have been researching and planning how to address various issues that they care about. Some of them have also taken action by sharing their passion projects with other students in Junior and Middle School assemblies. Here are some examples of their amazing work:

– Ruby E, Evie, Emma, Marli & Milly are organising a Colour Run to raise awareness about body dysmorphia and childhood obesity. In Junior School assembly, they explained the importance of having a healthy body image and lifestyle and invited Junior School students to join them in the fun event on November 28.

– Ruby B, Issie & Olivia presented on Autism Awareness at a Middle School assembly. They promoted their ‘Big Shave’ event where Issie and Mr O’Neil will shave their heads if they raise $2000!

– Georgie cooked pancakes for Middle School students to raise awareness of the impacts of Parkinson’s Disease. During class, she shared her personal story of how her grandfather has been affected by this condition, and she also encouraged the others to donate to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

– Ruby H delivered a heartfelt message to teachers during devotions about the impact of breast cancer.

In the following articles, you can read a little more about Transformation activities, including a recent visit to Geelong to explore themes of diversity and inclusivity and an item from Ruby H and Chloe about their Passion Project. We are looking forward to our last week together where many more ideas and passions will come to fruition.

Celebrating Diversity, Encouraging Inclusivity

The Year 9 Transformation class had a meaningful day out in Geelong last Friday where they explored some of the places that make a positive difference in the lives of many people. They visited the Geelong Art Gallery and admired the Strong Women exhibition, which showcased the art and stories of Indigenous Australian women. They also toured the Geelong Library and learned how it supports their academic and career goals. Finally, they listened to speakers from the City of Greater Geelong on how they provide assistance to various groups of people in need in Geelong. The students were able to ask questions and understand how these services help the community. This aligned with the scripture from Mark 12:30 “Love your neighbour as yourself” and encouraged students to appreciate diversity and promote inclusivity.

A Pink Passion Project to Support Breast Cancer

Hello, we are Ruby Harper and Chloe Hall. For our Year 9 Transformation project, we are raising money for the Breast Cancer Network Australia. For our Passion project, we have been working alongside BCNA to help spread awareness about breast cancer and how it affects not only the patient but the people around them.

Breast cancer is a strain of cancer that develops in the breast. 1 in 8 women and 1 in 542 men are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. Breast Cancer is the second most common type of cancer in Australia, beating melanoma and lung cancer.

For our passion project, we have decided to organise a ‘Pink Day’ on Monday the November 27. For this day, students are expected to come in their regular school uniform but invited to wear a touch of pink, like a ribbon or scarf in support of BCNA.

During lunchtime on ‘Pink Day’ we are going to be selling merchandise from BCNA like, scrunchies, pins, pens and more. We will also be selling cinnamon scrolls and spiders so please bring money on the day! We are also hosting a netball game at lunch in the gym for Middle School students so if you are participating, please bring your trainers to change into at lunch.

All the proceeds from the day are going to be given to BCNA to help them focus on helping those with breast cancer.

Thank you very much.

Chloe and Ruby

Senior Students Back at Bellarine

The Year 10 Drama students visited the Bellarine Auditorium on Wednesday this week – coming down to present the ensemble performance they created for the Suitcase series in Melbourne. The Solution is a satirical look at Australia’s inaction on climate, refugees and over-consumption, with the play incorporating humour, caricature and even audience interaction.

Students from years 7-9 were invited to attend the lunchtime viewing, with the audience offered the opportunity to ask questions of the cast at the end.

We hope to have many more cross-campus sharing opportunities like this in the future.

CCG Foundation Golf Day Drives a Great Result!

The second CCG Foundation Annual Golf Day held earlier this month was a major success, with more than 60 golfers of varying abilities enjoying a fabulous day out at 13th Beach. Congratulations to the winning team – Veneziano Coffee Roasters, comprising company CEO Craig Dickson, together with Lance Brown, Nicholas Edds and David Perkins. Congratulations also to Judson Belousoff who took out the NTP (Nearest the Pin) award and Glen McColl who finished the day with the longest drive. A huge thanks to all participants for embracing the day. As well as providing an opportunity for people to come together, enjoy a round of golf and each other’s company, we raised $52,546.10 for the Foundation to support disadvantaged Geelong families in giving their children a Christian College education. Again, thank you to all who contributed to making this day a success.

A date for the diary – the 2024 Foundation Golf Tournament is happening on Thursday October 24 next year at 13th Beach Golf Links. That event will be played on the Beach Course – the same one used for the Vic Open.

GenAI Parent and Student Surveys Feedback

Recently, over several weeks, parents were invited to participate in a survey regarding experiences and perspectives on generative artificial intelligence, learning, society, and future. I would like to thank those parents who generously took a few minutes to participate and share their perspective as part of this process.

Concurrently, students in Years 7-12 were also invited to participate in an equivalent student version of the survey. I was pleased with the degree of participation from our students, at all target year levels, as well as the maturity and thoughtfulness of their responses. Our young people have been, and continue to be, engaged with this technology and the complex issues surrounding it.

Given how new this technology is to most people, for many in education this year has been one of discovery, learning and deep consideration of generative AI’s impacts for education, society, and future. A key consideration is how we as a school can best support all members of our community to be empowered to shape and influence those impacts, for the benefit of all. This journey is far from over and will continue into 2024 and beyond.

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!