From the Executive Principal

This week I participated in the Highton Middle School Colour Run Celebration, which was great fun. As part of the celebration, students had the chance to vote (via gold coin donation) for the teachers they’d most like to see slimed, with proceeds going to the Christian College Foundation, supporting families in need within our community. The event was organised by our Year 9 prefects.

I think one of the most powerful lessons our students can learn is the importance of stepping forward and taking initiative – as these student leaders did this week. Leadership is not something reserved for titles or positions; it begins when a young person sees an opportunity to make a difference and chooses to act. I believe that these moments of courage and creativity shape not only their school experience but also their future.

When students lead initiatives, whether it is organising a charity drive, launching a sustainability project, or starting a band with friends, they develop confidence and self-belief. They learn that their ideas matter and that their voice can create real change. In the process, they discover the value of collaboration and communication, as leading any initiative requires teamwork, listening, and clear expression. Challenges inevitably arise but overcoming them builds resilience and problem-solving skills that will serve them for life. Most importantly, these experiences nurture empathy and social responsibility, as student-led projects often focus on helping others and strengthening the sense of community.

What’s Happening at Surf Coast?

Term 4, Week 8

Thursday 27 November – 7.00pm, Celebration Evening, Costa Hall

Friday 28 November – Prep to Year 7 Sand & Surf Carnival, Cosy Corner Beach.

Week 9

Monday 1 December – Year 7/8 Connection Day, combined Highton, Bellarine & Surf Coast Campuses

Wednesday 3 December – CCG Christmas Carols, Highton Campus Grounds. All College families welcome.

Wednesday 3 December – Prep to Year 4 Carnival, at Surf Coast Campus

Wednesday 3 December – Year 5 -7 Adventure Park

Thursday 4 December – 2.30pm, Year 4 Graduation, Surf Coast Stadium

Friday 5 December – 9.30am, Prep to Year 7 Christmas Service, Surf Coast Stadium

Friday 5 December – End of Term 4, students dismissed at 2.30pm

Preps Explore the Nativity Story

This week our Prep students have been exploring the Nativity story and discovering the true meaning behind why we celebrate Christmas. Through a range of activities, they have been learning about the different parts of this special story. It has been wonderful to see their sense of wonder as they learn about the birth of Jesus and share their own reflections with classmates.

Preps have participated in activities that help them deepen their understanding of the story while also retelling it through play. They have listened to the Nativity read aloud from both the Children’s Bible and a beautifully illustrated pop-up book. They also enjoyed watching the Storybook Bible video of the Nativity and listening to the much-loved Christmas carol Away in a Manger as the story gently played out on screen.

To build on their learning, students completed activities such as working together to assemble a large Nativity jigsaw puzzle, sequencing story pictures, and retelling the story using wooden figures. It has been wonderful to hear the discussions taking place as they explore this meaningful time of year.

Year 2 – Week 7 Update

It’s been another exciting and productive fortnight in Year 2!

We’ve been diving into the fascinating world of Ancient China in our English lessons. Students have explored topics such as the Great Wall of China, Chinese characters, inventions, and the process of making silk. These lessons have sparked rich discussions and plenty of thoughtful questions, with students making wonderful personal connections to what they’re learning.
We also continued our work on persuasive writing, where students wrote letters to Santa, convincing him why they deserve presents this year!

Our Maths focus has been on additive patterns and multiplication and division. Students have been building their understanding of the relationship between these operations, using hands-on materials and real-life examples to deepen their learning. We’re so proud of the effort and growth they’ve shown in this area!

Discovering the Coorong and Preparing for Celebration Evening

Over the past few weeks, Year 4 students have been busy publishing their information reports on the Coorong. Through detailed research and thoughtful writing, they explored the region’s unique flora and fauna, its cultural significance, and its special place in Australian storytelling. Many students made connections to Storm Boy. Their reports highlighted not only the natural beauty of the Coorong but also its importance to local communities and traditions.

In addition to their writing, students have been finalising their “God’s Rescue Plan” PowerPoint presentations. These projects allowed them to combine creativity with deep reflection, presenting their ideas with clarity and confidence.

Excitement is also building as we prepare for our upcoming Celebration Evening. Students have been practising their performance of Something to Be Grateful For, a song that reminds us of the joy found in gratitude and togetherness. The rehearsals have been filled with energy and anticipation, as everyone looks forward to sharing their learning and talents with families and friends.

It has been a season of discovery, creativity, and preparation. One that celebrates both knowledge and community, reminding us of the importance of gratitude and connection in all that we do.

Surf Coast Health and Phys Ed Happenings

Our chilly and wet Term 4 is flying by with all students eagerly participating in their weekly H&PE classes.

Students from Prep to Year 4 are currently focusing on FMS including Kick, Bounce, Punt, Two Hand Strike and AFL Skills.

Students have enjoyed participating in developing their skills, they are able to explain the skill’s components and apply them in minor games such as Boot Ball and Hit & Run.

Our Health unit this term relates to students’ ‘Personal Safety and Wellbeing’ with students covering a variety of safety topics including trusted people, protective behaviours, bullying, friendship, medications and poisonous substances and community, school and classroom safety.

We are looking forward to a brighter and warmer end to the year and a wonderful Sand and Surf Carnival!

Year 7: A Term of Research, Reflection and Presentation

This term, our Year 7 students have been busy honing their research, analytical, and presentation skills across English, Humanities, and Christian Education.

In English, students explored The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba, delving into its themes and connections to the inspiring true story. They worked hard to refine their writing and analytical skills, responding thoughtfully to prompts and culminating in an oral presentation on a chosen topic. Students showed a good depth of understanding as they spoke about the characters, events, and themes within the text.

From The Chaplain – Seasons Of Advent

Hello all,

As we near the end of the school year, we have the opportunity to celebrate Advent, which is the time of anticipation before Christmas.

Advent, which begins four Sundays before Christmas marks the start of the Christian liturgical year. It’s a season of anticipation, for both the celebration of Christ’s birth, and also for His return, and the light of the world that Jesus brings. Through the symbolism and visual reminder of candles, Advent encourages us to focus on hope, love, joy, and peace.

Advent wreaths and candles have been traditional ‘learning tools’ for families and communities all over the world for hundreds of years and carry symbolic meaning that draws us into reflection during Advent.

Community Carols – Join us for a Christmas Celebration!

We are excited and looking forward to a fantastic evening where the College community, and members of the wider community will come together to celebrate this season of joy. Our Community Carols event is happening on Wednesday December 3 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, at the Middle School-Highton campus, 18 Burdekin Road.

We invite you to bring the whole family, and some friends, your best voice, pack some outdoor chairs and a picnic rug or two and join us for a fun evening of music, carol-singing led by our student and staff ensembles, and lots more.

What’s on:

• Food trucks will be available for dinner
• Programs featuring carol lyrics (a gold coin donation would be appreciated)
• Raffle prizes to be won
• Face painting
• Santa will pay a visit
• Prizes for best dressed – so come in your festive gear!

All funds raised will go to the CCG Foundation, supporting important initiatives across our College community.

Hampers That Celebrate Local & Support CCG Foundation

If you're looking for a thoughtful and delicious gift idea this festive season, we invite you to consider ordering a Geelong Gourmet Goodies Hamper through Kardinia Rotary. 

These beautifully presented hampers feature locally sourced gourmet treats and come in three sizes — $125, $85, and $60 — with free delivery within 50km of Geelong CBD.  

They make perfect gifts for friends, family, staff, or clients, while also supporting local businesses and community projects. 

Here’s how your purchase can make a difference: 

• For every hamper ordered that references Christian College Geelong or Christian College Geelong Foundation, $5 will be donated to the Foundation. 

• Even better — this donation will be dollar matched by an anonymous donor, doubling the impact of your support! 

Funds raised will go directly to the Christian College Geelong Foundation – Public Ancillary Fund, supporting initiatives that transform lives through education. 

Community Prayer Group

Our community prayer group runs on a Wednesday, from 3pm until pickup at 3:25pm, and all community members are welcome. If you join us, please ensure you sign in at reception (on the left-hand side of the main office).

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about prayer or our prayer groups.

Geelong Summer Music Camp Jan 11 -16, 2026

A Day Camp for Music Students aged 10 – 21 years

Christian College Geelong is proud to once again be hosting the Geelong Summer Music Camp at the Senior Campus in January 2026. The GSMC committee are excited to have registrations now open for the January 2026 Camp.

If you have a budding band, choir or string musician in your house, or you are involved in a school or community music program, please encourage students aged 10 – 21 years to consider attending.

The camp highlights:
The GSMC is a friendly, welcoming, and inclusive day camp. Students will play in a concert band, string orchestra, or sing in a choir throughout the week and then feature in a finale concert at Costa Hall.

Campers will also have the opportunity to choose an elective activity. The camp builds social time into its program where students are encouraged to connect with others, developing positive friendships and relationships with other campers and staff. Auditions at the start of the camp are designed as a time for the students to connect with the music tutors, but also allow the tutors to place students into the ensemble that best suits them, to set them up to have a rewarding week of growth and fun making music.

All Star Kids - December Holidays Extravaganza!

Your Cookbook of Family Favourites – Calling for Recipes  

Dear Christian College Families,

Our names are Elisha Williams and Willow McInnes, and we are the Middle School-Highton campus Community Building and Outreach Prefects.

We are thrilled to share that we are introducing the Christian College Geelong cookbook, which will be an important fundraiser for the Christian College Foundation. All the proceeds from the cookbook will be donated to the Eternity Fund. By supporting this initiative you will be enabling, empowering, and changing the lives of young people from families who are experiencing hardship.

This will be a hardcover book which will include recipes from families and members of the Christian College Geelong community and will be titled, ‘Our Family Favourites’. If you have a special family recipe that you would like to share, we would love for you to contribute to the book. We encourage our community to contribute one favourite recipe.