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THE ADVOCATE
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T H E O F F I C I A L N E W S L E T T E R O F A R N D E L L A N G L I C A N C O L L E G E
FROM THE DEPUTY HEADMASTER -
HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL
HSC MUSIC
CHAPLAINCY CHAT
ENROLMENTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
2021 ORIENTATION EVENTS
UNIFORM SHOP
SCHOOL TRAVEL FOR 2021
CAMP AUSTRALIA NEWS
TERM DATES
COLLEGE CONTACTS
IN THIS ISSUE:
FROM THE DEPUTY HEADMASTER - HEAD OFSECONDARY SCHOOLMR ALEX KOCHThe Joys and Struggles of Online Connectedness The emergence of the internet has caused one of the most seismic shifts in ourworld in recent decades. While it’s hard to imagine life without text messagesand the ability to check the weather report in a few seconds in your pocket,search engines and social media platforms have only been on the scene for thelast 5 proverbial minutes. When was it that the White Pages just disappearedwithout a trace? And what happened to all those volumes of EncyclopaediaBritannica? Global, instantaneous connectivity has brought with it huge opportunities forlearning and engagement with the world. Students now have access to limitlessstores of information, anywhere, anytime and at virtually no cost. Not only canyoung people connect with the stories of human experience from across theglobe, they can do it faster and in more forms than ever before. Not that longago, the sharing of these stories could only come through printed books. Now,students can see videos, listen to podcasts, immerse themselves in virtualreality, often in real-time. The internet makes any distance between peopleonline shrink to zero, that has made the world feel much smaller.
Cont. over
How can I set controls on my home network and family devices to keep my children safe?How can I help my child stay in control of privacy settings on their social media accounts?What can I do to help manage boundaries around my child’s screen time?What do I do if my child receives a threatening message on their phone?How do I start a conversation with my child about sexting or pornography?What can I do to remove an inappropriate image or post that is online that involves my child?
The Joys and Struggles of Online Connectedness, cont.
The shadow side of bringing people together online is that there are new sets of issues that studentsand parents need to navigate. At Arndell, we incorporate a number of age-appropriate cybersafetyprograms throughout our students' time at the College. Unlike most parents, children are ‘digital natives’, having been immersed in world with the internettheir whole lives. This means parents can feel in the dark when it comes to all things cybersafety.Thankfully, there are lots of helpful resources out there. I strongly recommend all parents in the Arndell community visit the eSafety Commissioner website(www.esafety.gov.au). We are blessed in Australia with the only government agency of its kinddedicated to eSafety, and they have provided resources to help all members of our community. Forexample, there are resources for parents to questions such as:
The website also has plenty of resources designed for young people, so it’s something our studentscan use to arm themselves with useful knowledge and skills. Sadly, all our children at some point will encounter challenging situations on the internet. It is sohelpful to have conversations with children before they encounter difficulties in the online world, sothat they can be better equipped to deal with it. If you haven’t already, why not look for theopportunity over the next week or two to have a conversation about staying safe online?
MR CHRIS WILSONHSC MUSIC
The College would like to congratulate Joel Denning on hisEncore Nomination for his Year 12 Music performance. This is a very significant achievement for Joel.
This is another fantastic achievement from a cohort that hasshown tremendous resilience in a year filled with unexpectedchallenges.
Encore is the NESA showcase of exemplary HSC music worksfrom across the state. This is an outstanding effort by Joeland is a testament to his dedication.
Secondary Leadership Induction Service
Mark 10:43-44But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, andwhoever wants to be first among you must be the slave of everyone else.
There has been a lot of talk of leadership this year. Leadership from our governments as theyrespond to the pandemic. Leadership in lots of organisations as they seek to do the best they can tokeep going yet also care for their people and the community. And last week we had our SecondaryLeadership Induction Service for our 2020/21 College leaders.
It was a special event in many ways. It was wonderful to acknowledge those students who have beenasked to take on specific leadership responsibilities, Captains, Vice Captions, House Captains andPrefects, to serve the College. Despite restrictions we were able to livestream the event so that theSecondary School and parents could be a part of the event (another new skill we’re learning).
Yet, to appoint is one thing, the more important thing is how to be a leader in the College. DrLeechman very clearly said that our leaders are called to serve. They are to serve like Jesus who gavehis life as a sacrifice. We don’t go to the cross like he did, his death has already achieved eternal lifefor those who trust in him. Yet, his example shows how to put others before ourselves.
Dr Leechman went a step further and challenged our leaders to ‘earn their badge’, to show by whatthey do that they are servants following Jesus’ example. I hope and pray that over the coming yearthey (and all our senior students) will be true servants, seeking the good of the Arndell communitybefore their own wants.
If you have any questions about the Christian faith or chaplaincy at the College, please contact theChaplaincy team.
REV JEREMY CLARKCHAPLAINCY CHAT
MRS PENNY FINLAYENROLMENTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Arndell has limited enrolment places available for entryinto Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and other yeargroups for 2021. 20212021
20222022 We are currently accepting enrolment applications for 2022 and beyond.
The College offers a number of scholarships each year for students going into Year 7(Academic, All-Rounder and Performing Arts) and Year 11 (Academic).
Scholarship applications for 2022 are now open and close 8 February 2021. Pleaseclick here to access our website for application information.
Please contact Mrs Penny Finlay for enrolment and scholarship enquiries, phone:4572 3633 or email [email protected]
Prep Red (Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday) - Wednesday 18 NovemberPrep Blue (Wednesday/Thursday/Friday) - Wednesday 25 NovemberCurrent Prep students progressing to Kindergarten, during normal school hours, no additionalattendance required;New to College Kindergarten students - Thursday 19 and Friday 20 November (students toattend both mornings);Year 7 Testing Morning - Saturday 14 November; andYear 7 Orientation Day - Wednesday 25 November.
We have recently communicated orientation event information with families whose students arecommencing at the College in 2021.
Due to the constantly changing nature COVID-19 restrictions, final details are yet to be released,however, we advise that the following dates should be saved:
As part of the COVID-19 restrictions placed on schools, parents will not be able to attend on-campusevents, and our online Orientation Hub for parents will be released in due course.
Uniform fitting details have been forwarded to all families. As this is a busy time for the UniformShop we do ask that you book your fitting appointment as soon as possible.
Please contact Penny Finlay if you have any questions in relation to our orientation events.
2021 ORIENTATION EVENTS
Year 7 & 8 Stationery PacksThe Uniform Shop has complete stationery packs for
Year 7 and Year 8 students. Each pack contains all itemson the 2021 stationery list for $60.
Order now by phone / email or pick one up when you attend an appointment.
COLLEGE CONTACTS
Headmaster:Deputy Headmaster: Operations P-12: Deputy Headmaster: Secondary School 7-12:Assistant Head of Secondary School:Deputy Headmaster: Junior School P-6: Assistant Head of Junior School: Curriculum:Assistant Head Junior School: Pastoral Care & Organisation:Director of Curriculum 7-12: Director of Professional Learning: Director of Strategy and Planning:Chaplain P-12:Director of Business Services: Enrolments Manager: Careers and Tertiary Education Advisor: Equestrian Co-ordinator: Uniform Shop: (By appointment only due to COVID-19)
Before and After School Care:
Canteen:
Website: Advocate Newsletter: Sport Scene Newsletter:
Dr Gareth LeechmanMr Austin RobinsonMr Alex KochMr David HallRev. Keith PetersonMrs Tamasin LoweMrs Larne JacobsMrs Katrina NewMr Ian FinnMrs Karen MerrickRev. Jeremy ClarkMrs Jodie Woods
Mrs Penny Finlay Mr Tom Lavelle Mr Leon [email protected] Mrs Elizabeth Moore – 4572 3254Shop Opening Hours – Term TimeMonday – 2.30 pm to 4.00 pmTuesday – 8.15 am to 4.00 pmThursday – 8.15 am to 6.00 pm Camp Australia - 1300 105 343 www.campaustralia.com.auBefore School Care: 6:45 am – 8:45 amAfter School Care: 2:45 pm – 6:00 pmCoordinator – 0401 904 531 Monday – Friday – 4545 2486
www.arndell.nsw.edu.au [email protected] [email protected]