Mid North Christian College

Mid North Christian College (08) 8632 4240 admin@midnorthcc.sa.edu.au Front Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8.15am to 4.00pm

Uniform Shop Hours: Tuesdays 8.30am to 11.45am and Wednesdays 1.45pm to 4pm

Memory Verse “You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I

could save the lives of many people.” Genesis 50:20

DIARY DATES

TERM 2

Week 3

Fri 19th F -6 Grandparent’s

Day

Fri 19th Junior Disco (SRC)

event

Week 4

Mon 22nd -

Fri 26th

Aviation Week -

1st Year (Yr 10)

Wed 24th Simultaneous Story

Time

Wed 24th Combined Choir

Soloist Practice

Wed 24th SSSSA Yr 8/9 boys

knockout Soccer

Week 5

Mon 29th -

Fri 2nd

Aviation Week -

2nd Year (Yr 11)

Tues 30th Yr 8/9 Football

Wed 31st SSSSA Yr 11 girls

knockout Netball

Wed 31st Combined Choir

Chapel TERM 2

Week 3 – Friday 19th May

Junior: Grandparent’s Day Host: Mrs Skinner and F - 6 students Room: 9/10 at 9.05am

Senior Host: Yr 12 Mr Kee Room: 9/10 at 10.25am

Week 4 - Friday 26th May

Junior Host: Yr 3 Mrs Lee Room: 9/10 at 9.05am

Senior Host: Yr 10a Mr Schild Room: 9/10 at 10.25am

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Week 3 Term 2 Thursday 18th May

2017

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Dear families,

I trust there were good memories created from Mother’s Day on the weekend.

And we look forward to our Primary Grandparents Day tomorrow. These days

are very special every year, as we pause to recognise and honour the

significant people who have invested so much of themselves into our lives.

It was a wonderful turnout on Saturday to see so many families represented at

our afternoon working bee. We got a lot done, and it looks amazing.

I want to give special mention to John Knibbs who always prepares so well for

the jobs that need doing. I also want to acknowledge last year’s Art students

who painted the wonderful “Days of Creation” message poles that were set up.

They are stunningly colourful, and add a vibrant beauty to the new garden

area.

Particular thanks must go to Jodie Trimble, who has been such a visionary and

driver in all the stages of the garden project. It looks amazing now, and would

not have come together so well if it wasn’t for her.

This week we have had another visit with Tim and Sandy from Endeavour

Consulting, our community relations and image consultants. They are preparing

a report for the Board, which together with the other reports in process will

develop some strong, purposeful directions to complement the existing change

plans.

Recently I have given some thought and time to how we work through

behaviour issues, and more recently how we listen to and respond to grievances

(complaints). Both of these need wisdom and care, and both need more clarity

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From the Principal

The new “Days of Creation” garden

Mid North Christian College 08) 86324240 admin@midnorthcc.sa.edu.au Front Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8.15am to 4.00pm

Uniform Shop Hours: Tuesdays 8.30am to 11.45am and Wednesdays 1.45pm to 4pm

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about the fair and supportive ways we seek to manage the sometimes delicate and emotive range of

perspectives.

In each of these we can often feel we don’t want to be any trouble raising the issue. However, that makes it

difficult to understand and resolve the issues. We don’t like rocking the boat, but we can’t sort it out unless we

have good evidences.

I came across this text in my research:

“Be fair, no matter who is on trial — don’t favour either the poor or the rich.

Don’t be a gossip, but never hesitate to speak up in court, especially if your testimony can save someone’s

life.” (Leviticus 19:15–16 CEV)

It reminds us to be fair and impartial. I particularly like the sense of balance in v16 – don’t gossip, but speak up

when it’s important.

We need evidence to understand what is taking place. We need to understand all sides, and be fair.

Let us make sure we are working together for positive improvement.

DELAYS IN FEES STATEMENTS

Due to an extraordinarily busy term break which was shortened by a number of public holidays therein, there has been a

consequent delay in producing family statements. Normally family accounts are updated and statements distributed

during the term break. This assists families to prepare for payment of the next term’s component of fees by the end of

Week 2. Statements have only been posted this week to families and should be received in mail boxes soon. Due to the

delay, the College has extended the due date for the Term 2 component of fees to end of Week 4 (Friday, 26 th May). This

only applies to families who are paying on a termly basis; it does not affect those on payment plans who pay on a

weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis.

PRAYER FOR MNCC

Prayer is held each Monday at 9am in the Library. All Parents and Caregivers are welcome. For

more information contact Mel Jaeger on 0478 616 475.

COLLEGE AGM

The 2017 MNCC Association AGM will be held on Thursday 25th May, 7.30pm. If you would like more

information regarding the MNCC Association please contact Mrs Robyn Nieass at the College.

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Just a reminder that winter uniform is to be worn during Term 2 and 3. There is a three week changeover period at either

end, where summer uniforms may be worn according to the weather; this will conclude at the end of this week (Week 3).

In unusual forecast events, we will advise of any change to policy. Please make sure sport uniforms are only worn on PE

days. Students are not permitted to wear a PE top as a substitute for jumper.

Students who have soccer training after school MAY wear PE uniforms on that day.

BREAKFAST CLUB

Breakfast runs from 8.00am to 8.35am on Wednesdays in the Home Economics area. Warm toast is available and a

variety of cereals as well as hot milo.

JUNIOR DISCO

The SRC will be holding a Glow in the Dark Junior Disco this Friday 19th May from 6.00pm - 8.00pm in room 9/10. It is

recommended that students eat dinner before attending but supper will be provided. $5 for entry cost.

FRIDAY 9TH JUNE (WEEK 6)

All Education Department schools in Port Pirie will have a student free day on Friday 9th June. Mid North Christian College

will be open as usual. All DECD buses (yellow) will not run on this day. Town buses and the Hanley’s bus service will run as

normal both morning and afternoon. If your child accesses any Yellow bus you will need to make alternative

arrangements for your child to attend MNCC on this day. Thank you for your support.

Your Servant

Matt Paterson

Mid North Christian College Notices

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Thank You ...

Before After

MNCC Year 11 student

Mikayla Kidd is a mem-

ber of Port Pirie dance

school’s Hip Hop

Bounce. Mikayla and

her team achieved

2nd place, Senior Jazz

Team at the Can

Dance competition

in Port Augusta. Well

done Mikayla.

Dance Success

The grounds at Mid North Christian

College are an evidence of the

wonderful work that our College

parents and caregivers contribute to

through our regular Working Bees each

year.

MNCC grounds are kept looking

immaculate by our wonderful grounds-

man Mr John Knibbs, assisted by Mr

Gerald Whitefoot.

Our supportive parents and families can

be proud of their input.

Last Saturday’s Working Bee was well

attended with volunteers cleaning

various areas around the College

grounds, planting shrubs and foliage

and cleaning windows ready for our

Open Day.

Preparatory work had been carried out

on the area near the basketball courts

and landscaping work, including the

laying of a lawn strip has been done.

Special thanks to Mrs Jodie Trimble who

does a great job and has forwarded

some photos to us of areas in the

College grounds before they were

landscaped. Take a look at the

incredible difference to these areas in

the “before and after” photos (left).

Thank you to all who volunteer their

time at the College.

Cirque Africa

The Northern Festival Centre are very excited to have Cirque

Africa performing live on Friday 16 June at 7:30pm.

Cirque Africa is fresh, funky, bold, fun and challenges your

imagination like no other show. The dedication and immense

professionalism of Cirque Africa makes this show very appealing as

all audience members will discover.

Cirque Africa, is a one of a kind show that is sure to amaze and

enthral all who see it A 100% African cultural experience, Cirque

Africa is a vibrant and highly entertaining blockbuster production

which transports each audience to the positive side of Africa

through modern stage performance .

Cirque Africa features the world-renowned African troupe,

consisting of 25 performing artists from 6 African countries including

acrobats, dancers, percussionist, musicians and contortionists,

performing a 100 minute awe-inspiring show.

A family ticket is available for just $47.25 per person (2 adults and 2

u17 children) or groups of 8+ $49 per person.

Book now www.northernfestivalcentre.com.au or

Box Office 8633 8500 Monday – Friday 12:30pm – 4:30pm

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Mid North Christian College 08) 86324240 admin@midnorthcc.sa.edu.au Front Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8.15am to 4.00pm

Uniform Shop Hours: Tuesdays 8.30am to 11.45am and Wednesdays 1.45pm to 4pm

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MOVE YOUTH

This Friday May 19th from 7pm to 9.30pm. For Years 7

to 12. This week at MOVE we're having a few crazy

challenges at the New Life Centre, Three Chain

Road, followed by some worship a short clip and

Q&A. Contacts: Chloe 0452 234 154 or Corey on

0422 653 036

Disclaimer: The College is not responsible for Community events

advertised In this Newsletter.

Community Notices

You are invited to Black Screen, a FREE celebration of Indige-

nous film and culture during National Reconciliation Week (27

May to 3 June).

This year, the two-hour event will serve as a short film festival,

with a selection of local and family films from the National Film

and Sound Archive. Screening at the Northern Festival Centre

will be Minnie Loves Junior (2010), Captain of the Team (2010)

and High Tide (2013) before the interval, all of which are rated G

and suitable for children. Younger children can leave during the

interval, as afterwards will be Mimi (2002, M), Nana (2007,

PG), My Brother Vinnie (2006, M) and One Fine Day(2013,

classification TBC).

Also screening for the first time

this year pre-interval is Coming

Home – a short film honouring

Aboriginal Diggers, recently

completed in time for Anzac Day.

Commissioned by Country Arts SA, Creative Director Lee-Ann

Tjunypa Buckskin worked with Aboriginal cinematographer and

filmmaker Allen Collins consulting the community of Raukkan to

tell the story of two brothers who set off from there in WW1.

Artwork inspired by what reconciliation means to local children

will be exhibited in the foyer.

Join us for this FREE event that everyone is welcome to attend.

Bookings are encouraged; simply call the theatre on 8633 8500.

Black Screen will be held on Tuesday May 30th, 7pm

Shed happens

Shed Happens for Blokes will be held on

Monday May 22nd at 6.30pm at Ottens’

Crutching Shed, Black Range Road, Everard

(signs on Lochiel to Blyth Road).

Peter Pollock, a former South African cricketer and

evangelist will be interviewed.

BBQ tea and drinks supplied for a donation.

Bring a mate!

For more information contact Nick Ottens on

0428 662 232