Dates to RememberOctoberMonday 16 Year 8 First Aid TrainingTuesday 17 SSV Gippsland Region Primary Athletics (Years 4–6)Wednesday 18 ArtsSmartz Showcase EveningThursday 19 JS Lamont Book FairFriday 20 Year 12 Celebration Day Year 12 Final Assembly, 11.30 am Year 2 SleepoverMonday 23 JS Lamont Book Fair SSV State Athletics Finals (Years 7–12)Tuesday 24 JS Lamont Book Fair MS Parent Partnership EveningThursday 26 Prep – Year 1 Swimming LessonsFriday 27 World Teachers Day Prep – Year 1 Swimming LessonsMonday 30 Prep – Year 1 Swimming LessonsMon 30 – Fri 3 Year 9 Wilsons Prom Camp 1NovemberWednesday 1 JS & MS Music ShowcaseFriday 3 Prep – Year 1 Swimming LessonsMon 6 – Tues 7 Mid Term Break (staff and student free)

Thursday 12 October 2017

Students are looking forward to a fabulous Term 4!

Wednesday 8 Prep – Year 1 Swimming Lessons SS Music ShowcaseThursday 9 OES Sailing Day Chairo General MeetingFriday 10 Prep – Year 1 Swimming LessonsSaturday 11 Year 10 FormalMon 13 – Fri 17 Year 9 Wilsons Prom Camp 2Tuesday 14 Prep and ELC Information EveningFriday 17 Prep – Year 1 Swimming LessonsMon 20 – Fri 24 Years 9–10 ExamsWed 22 – Sun 26 BATS RACV Energy BreakthroughSaturday 25 Year 12 Valedictory DinnerMonday 27 Report Writing Day (student free)Tuesday 28 Orientation DayTues 28 – Wed 13 HeadStart ProgramThursday 30 Year 4 GraduationDecemberWednesday 6 JS Twilight ChapelThursday 7 MS Portfolio/Th!nk Project EveningFriday 8 SS Presentation NightMonday 11 MS Presentation NightWednesday 13 Term 4 Concludes

Whole School NewsTerm 4 Child Safety UpdateThe safety of every child is vitally important to us at Chairo. It may seem highly obvious, but it is something that I don’t think we can communicate too much. It is important to understand why we value child safety so highly as a school community. The obvious answer is because, throughout our society, the safety and protection of children is becoming increasingly important. This is a good thing, because children can be amongst the most vulnerable and easily abused within our communities.

But Chairo’s commitment goes deeper than just a response to a societal push. The first reason that we value the safety of children (in fact, all people) is because we believe they are made in God’s image. If we love and treasure God, then we will love and treasure anything that is made in His image. We should celebrate and respond to the uniqueness of each individual as an image-bearer of God. If we are serious about this, then we will be intentional about caring for each other.

The second reason that we are committed to caring for each other is because Jesus told us, as His followers, to do just that. In fact, Jesus went so far as to say that one of the greatest marks of us being Christians is the way that we love and care for each other.

There are two very simple ways every person within the Chairo community can contribute toward our commitment to ensure that all students at Chairo are safe.

Firstly, you could take another look at our updated Child Safety booklet that is available at chairo.vic.edu.au/pdf/Policies/Child-Safety-at-Chairo-Booklet.pdf or in Linc. This document sets out the commitment, responsibilities and processes that we undertake at Chairo.

Secondly, we would urge any parents, staff members or students who have concerns that the attitude or behaviours of any Chairo employee, volunteer, contractor or office holder may be harmful to a student to contact one of our Child Protection Officers to talk with them about the matter.

Our Child Protection Officers are based at each campus but you are free to contact any of those listed, regardless of which campus you or your children attend.

Drouin Judy Linossier 0407 958 062 Mandy Smith 0427 003 345 Drouin East Judy Linossier 0407 958 062 Di McAllister 0407 287 643 Mandy Smith 0427 003 345 Leongatha Anthony Collier 0412 490 724 Shelley Hermens 0402 114 616 Pakenham Peter Wells 0484 081 805 Di McAllister 0407 287 643 Peter Stebbins 5942 5632 ext 367 Whole School Michelle Sharp 0472 845 156

Even if you are unsure and would like some help to think the issue through, please make contact. Such conversations are not pleasant but this is part of the commitment that the school has made in its Statement of Commitment, and it takes support from all members of the school community to make this effective. Communications will be treated confidentially on a strictly need-to-know basis.

Obviously, whenever there are concerns that a child is in immediate danger, the police should be called immediately on 000.Simon Matthews, Executive Principal

Governance NewsAssociation General MeetingThere will be an Association general meeting on Thursday 9 November at the Drouin East Campus, commencing at 7.30 pm. One highlight of the evening will be the launch of SP17, Chairo’s new strategic plan that has been developed over the course of this year. All parents and staff members are encouraged to attend what will be an informative and enjoyable evening.

General Meeting Guest SpeakerThe guest speaker at our November general meeting will be Professor Darren Iselin, the President of CHC (Christian Heritage College), a multi-disciplinary college of approximately 900 students in Brisbane.

Darren has extensive leadership experience within Christian education, and has served in a plethora of principal and senior leadership roles and responsibilities within both higher education and schooling sectors.

He has also been involved in a diverse range of educational consultancy and professional development initiatives throughout the Asia-Pacific region, regularly presenting on a range of topics including: Christian worldview, faith formation, school culture, building leadership capacity, leadership, and faith-learning integration.

Certificate of Christian EducationCEN (Christian Education National) will be conducting a one-day engaging workshop at Maranatha Christian School on Saturday 28 October from 8.30 am to 3.30 pm for interested parents and staff members.

The cost of participating in the CCE (Certificate of Christian Education) course is $170, which includes lunch, refreshments and course materials. See the flyer attached to this newsletter for more details.

Our Board Chairman, Jeff Calway, has previously completed the CCE and said, ‘If you’ve ever wanted to articulate “why Christian schooling?” but have struggled to do so, this course comes to your aid!’

Those wishing to attend should register at cen.edu.au/index.php/all-events/victoria-events.

From the Senior ChaplainBe kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32

All Chairo students will be looking at kindness in their homerooms during the first half of this term. In particular, we will be exploring three great biblical truths.

First, God Himself is kind. But when the kindness and love of God our Saviour appeared, He saved us… (Titus 3:4–5, see also Hosea 11:4, Luke 6:35, Romans 2:4 and Ephesians 2:7).

Kindness is part of who God is and how He relates to us. Kindness is not in any way a sign of weakness: God is not weak. But He is kind.

Second, God calls and equips His people to be kind. The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control (Galatians 5:22–23, see also Job 6:14, Proverbs 11:17 and 21:21, Micah 6:8, Zechariah 7:9, 1 Corinthians 13:4, Colossians 3:12 and 2 Timothy 2:24). In fact, Paul wrote that his kindness was evidence that his ministry was genuinely from God! (2 Corinthians 6:6).

As kindness is part of who God is and how He relates to us, so kindness should be part of who we are as God’s people, and how we relate to others.

Third, God’s kindness is to people who don’t deserve it. God doesn’t wait for people to demonstrate that they’re worthy of His kindness. Instead, God is kind to people who are not worthy or deserving in any way: God is kind to the ungrateful and wicked (Luke 6:35, see also Romans 2:4). Clearly, that is the example for us to follow. We are to be kind to everyone, including those who do not reciprocate.

The people I find it the most difficult to be kind to are often the people within my own family. I don’t think I am alone in that! We’d love you to partner with us by talking to your own children about kindness over the next month. More importantly, I pray that we will all model kindness, within our families, our school community, and beyond.Medon Loupis, Senior Chaplain

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Careers at ChairoCurrent Vacancies:Receptionist/Administrator (Drouin or Pakenham)Business Manager (Drouin)chairo.vic.edu.au/careers

Drouin Campus NewsAltered Uniform Shop Opening HoursPlease note that the uniform shop at Drouin will be closed on Thursday 19 October. However, it will be open on Monday 16 October from 8.30 am to 12.30 pm, and Tuesday 17 October from 8.00 am to 12.00 pm. Usual operating hours will resume the following week. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Uniform in Term 4From the commencement of Week 4, Monday 30 October, full summer uniform only must be worn by all students. Please note that hats must be worn outdoors in Term 4, regardless of which uniform is being worn.

Year 12 Celebration Day AgendaThe festivities will begin early on the morning of Friday 20 October!8.30–9.30 am Celebration Day festivities 11.30 am – 12.30 pm Final assembly in Tyson Hall (parents most welcome)12.30–1.30 pm Thank you to teachers in library (students and teachers)1.45 pm Students free to leave after signing out at Student Reception

Upcoming Music Showcase EventsOn Wednesday 1 November, there will be an opportunity for Junior School and Middle School students to perform at the Semester 2 Music Showcase, taking place in the Drouin Campus library from 7.00 pm. If your son or daughter would like to be involved (regardless of whether they learn a musical instrument at school or externally), please let Jason Ward know by Friday 27 October.

The Senior School Music Showcase will take place on Wednesday 8 November from 7.00 pm in the Drouin Campus library. Performances from Senior School music classes will represent the majority of items, but there will be scope for others to perform as well. If your child wishes to take part, please contact Jason Ward by Friday 3 November.

All are welcome to come along and support our students in their musical pursuits!

HeadStartThe Senior School HeadStart program will begin on Tuesday 28 November. All 2018 Years 10 to 12 students will commence their studies for next year during the final two weeks of Term 4. Please note that full summer uniform must be worn throughout this time.

Junior School NewsExpressions of Interest: Secondhand Uniform ShopWe are looking for someone to volunteer to take over the secondhand uniform shop as soon as possible and continue into next year.

The role requires half an hour on a Monday afternoon sorting through any donations that we have received, pricing items and helping parents if they come to have a look.

If you are interested in the role, please contact Drouin East Reception on 5625 2013.

Student AbsencesA reminder to all parents to please send written notification to their child’s classroom teacher, or to Reception, when your child has been absent for one or more days. In the note, please state the student’s full name, dates of their absence, the reason for the absence and what class they are in.

Book Cover-ers Required!We are looking for some volunteers to help cover our take-home readers. There are about 200 books in need of covering, so your help would be greatly appreciated, and will be greatly rewarded with chocolate and a cuppa! Please contact Fritha Blackwood for more information.

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DROUIN EAST CAMPUS PRESENTS

6PM FRIDAY - 8AM  SATURDAY:  

MEET AND PICK UP FROM HERITAGE HALL FOYER

FRIDAY 20  - SATURDAY 21 OCTOBER

Community NoticeboardGippsland Garden & Home ExpoThe Drouin Lions Club has been running the Gippsland Garden & Home Expo for 17 years. This year’s event will be held at Lardner Park this Saturday and Sunday from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm. The entry cost is $10 (children under 16 free).

BOOK FAIR 

WHEN'S IT ALL HAPPENING?

THURSDAY 19 OCTOBER: 8.30-9AM & 3.15-3.45PM

MONDAY 23 OCTOBER: 8.30-9AM & 3.15-3.45PM

TUESDAY 24 OCTOBER: 8.30-9AM & 3.15-3.45PM

LAMONT 

Fridays, 9.00–10.30 amHeritage Hall FoyerDrouin East Campus

A free cuppa time; Chairo Community’s place

to get connected

For more information call Michael & Katy Pepper on 0402 238 377

or Drouin East Admin on 5625 2013

Toy corner for little people

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Swimming Lessons T4Prep & Year 1 Only

Thursday 26, Friday 27, Monday 30 & Tuesday 31 October; Friday 3, Friday 10 & Friday 17 November:

Prep 9.55-11.55 am (Lessons: 10.15-11.15 am)Year 1 10.55 am - 12.55 pm (11.15 am - 12.45 pm)

AND Wednesday 8 November:

Prep 9.10-11.10 am (Lesson: 9.30-10.30 am)Year 1 10.10 am - 12.10 pm (10.30-11.30 am)

CERTIFICATE

OF CHRISTIAN

EDUCATION

(CCE)

for presentations, videos, discussions, cartoons and reflections

ONE DAY ENGAGING WORKSHOP

FOR PARENTS, TEACHERS & STAFF

Join us

How is it different to another education?

How is teaching Christianly distinctive?

How is Christian education based on the Bible?

Maybe you love Christian education

but would like to be re-energised

What is Christian education?

Maranatha Christian SchoolSaturday 28 October 8.30am - 3.30pmLunch and refreshments providedRegister: CEN website under Vic EventsE: Pam.Lavery@cen.edu.au or visit Maranatha school office

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A Showcase of VCE Arts and Technology at Chairo

Supper provided by the Food Technology class

Wednesday 18 October,

6.00–8.30 pm Drouin Campus

Library

Supper provided by the

VCE Food Technology class October, 6.00–8.30

pm Drouin Campus Library

Supper provided by the

VCE Food Technology class

Q. Who should come to this event?

A. Any Year 9/10/11 student looking to take up an Arts subject in VCE

CERTIFICATE

OF CHRISTIAN

EDUCATION

(CCE)

for presentations, videos, discussions, cartoons and reflections

ONE DAY ENGAGING WORKSHOP

FOR PARENTS, TEACHERS & STAFF

Join us

How is it different to another education?

How is teaching Christianly distinctive?

How is Christian education based on the Bible?

Maybe you love Christian education

but would like to be re-energised

What is Christian education?

Maranatha Christian SchoolSaturday 28 October 8.30am - 3.30pmLunch and refreshments providedRegister: CEN website under Vic EventsE: Pam.Lavery@cen.edu.au or visit Maranatha school office

Baw Baw Disability ExpoWednesday 18 October3.00pm to 7.00pmDanny’s the VenueLogan Park: South Road, Warragul

Are you NDIS

ready?

Baw Baw Shire Council invites you to attend the Baw Baw Disability Expo that will provide information for community members as the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) transitions in Inner Gippsland from October 2017.

This is the perfect opportunity to explore what is available for you in Baw Baw and beyond. There will also be a guest speaker, information sessions and a lucky door prize.

Auslan interpreters can be organised on request. Please contact Baw Baw Shire Council’s Rural Access Officer by phone on 56 250 217 or be email at elke.williams@bawbawshire.vic.gov.au