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COFFS HARBOURFAITHFULNESS IN SERVICE29 August | 2014

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“Now would I give a thousand furlongs of sea for anacre of barren ground, long heath, brown furze, anything. The wills above be done! but I would faindie a dry death.” The Tempest, (1, i, 62-65)

It wasn’t quite as dramatic as this, but we did have a very wet week. I know there were a number of optimistic SMS messages to parents from students at school on Wednesday saying we were flooding and the school would close. Just as it was in “The Tempest”, that was fantasy at work.

We are prone to bouts of very heavy rain and flash flooding. At school, we monitor the BOM site, tide chart, SES advice, and keep a close eye on the bridge at the bottom of North Boambee Road. Parents and Carers will be the first people we tell if the school is going to close due to the threat of flooding. We would then tell students after we had sent an SMS message to parents and carers. With that in mind, it is essential we have current mobile telephone numbers. If yours has changed, please contact Lyn Mercer at [email protected] who will update your details.

If you live in a flood-prone area, please err on the side of caution rather than send children to school if there is any likelihood they would not be able to get home.

If you have a smart phone, iPad or tablet device, please download the BDC App, BDCollege. We also use this method of communicating instantly with the community. It is especially useful when updates about the return of buses from excursions and camps are sent. It is simple to install and is free.

Last week, we held interviews for the position of Head of Secondary / Deputy Principal. The interview panel comprised Mr Win Howard (Chairman of College Council), Mr Brian Savins (former Principal of Clayfield College, Brisbane), Mrs Lisle, and me as panel chairman. We interviewed a very strong field of candidates from across NSW and the ACT. I am very pleased to announce that following this rigorous process, Mrs Carmel Spry has been appointed to this position.

We will now advertise for a Director of Learning and Teaching to fill Mrs Spry’s former role.

You will notice both in this newsletter and in the local press that we have Melinda Tankard Reist coming to speak at school next Wednesday. Her message is direct and alarming. She will speak to Years 10 and 11 students during the day, teachers after school, and then to members of the BDC and wider Coffs Harbour community at 6.30pm in the Branson Centre. I have heard Melinda speak a number of times at conferences and meetings. She will certainly get your attention. I am very pleased to have her come to BDC and hope that many of you will be able to join us next Wednesday. Tickets are available on the Events tab on our website. Please tell your friends they are welcome to come to this event.

It is a busy week next week, with our 20th Anniversary Gala concert being held on Friday night at 7.00pm in the Branson Centre. Tickets for this event, a fundraiser for the 2015 Japan Orchestra Tour, are also available on the Events tab of the school website.

Rather than the usual congratulations this week, I offer thanks to:

Harvey Norman Coffs Harbour, who donated a sandwich toaster to the Year 5P classroom to allow • students to cook their own lunch as a part of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden project. The toaster joins a microwave and smoothie maker in the classroomMrs Judi Isles, mother of Sam (5), who volunteered her time to cook fried rice in the canteen on • Wednesday as a part of the same projectTo Mrs Phillips and Mrs Davey for their enthusiasm in leading the drive for healthier eating at school•

Recently, I received an urgent SMS asking for prayer for the people of Northern Iraq. Please consider the prayer points below in your prayers as we try to understand the trauma that many families are facing. To stand up for your rights is a given in our democratic country, but to die for your faith is another matter altogether. I pray for the conviction of heart and belief in Jesus Christ and that they may be comforted in times of distress and that God will provide sanctuary where there is food and shelter for all who are oppressed and homeless.

PRAY FOR THE CRISIS SITUATION IN IRAQ (from Open Doors)Pray that the violence in Iraq stops• Tens of thousands of families have fled; they’re desperate and afraid• Give thanks for the churches, monasteries and families that help the refugees• Pray that there will be enough water, food and medicines• Pray for refugees who still live on the streets or in the desert• The handicapped, sick people and elderly couldn’t flee; IS (Islamic State) forces them to convert to Islam• Thousands of Yazidi refugees and others who are stranded without water or food• Pray for protection for the vulnerable children• Pray for people who have lost family members or been injured•

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chaplain’s chat

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from the acting head of secondaryOur Director of Pastoral Care, Mr Murgatroyd attended a conference earlier in the week where the focus was on the policies and procedures schools have in place to support students and address the issues of bullying. One of the discussion points during the conference was on what constitutes bullying and harassment. This week I have included some information from Mr Murgatroyd for parents and students to consider.

Bullying, harassment, discrimination and violence are all interpersonal behaviours that can create or contribute to negative social

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As we remember those suffering in Iraq lets take some time to reflect on Paul’s letter to the Romans and how we are reminded that we are one body in Christ. When one part of the body is in distress it affects the whole body. We are blessed with different gifts, we just have to recognise them and use our gifts to make a difference for those who have no voice.

Romans 12: 4-8For as in one body we have many members, and not all the members have the same function, so we, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually we are members one of another. We have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us: prophecy, in proportion to faith; ministry in ministering; the teacher, in teaching; the exhorter, in exhortation; the giver, in generosity; the leader, in diligence; the compassionate, in cheerfulness.

Next week Rev David and myself will be commencing Baptism and Confirmation classes in preparation for our Baptism/Confirmation service on Sunday November 9th at 3pm where Bishop Sarah will officiate.

A delightful morning tea was held on Thursday with a small group of grandparents who are primary carers of their grandchildren. The forming of this group is an initiative of the Counselling and Chaplaincy arm of the college. Our aim is to facilitate a space and provide links and information on ‘where to go for help’ or ‘what worked well for you?’ The participants have a wealth of experience and we hope with time will come to build relationships where they feel comfortable in sharing their stories in order to support one another as well as enjoying great conversation and good coffee.

Below is an invitation from ABM to the annual Garden Party at Bishopholme in Grafton (Bishop Sarah’s residence). This will be this term’s outing for CCCC’s if you would like to join us please contact Robyn Anderson at BDC reception, leave your name and contact number as we would like to share transport if we can.

It is now only a month till the Bishop’s Garden Party, to be held in the grounds of Bishopholme in Grafton. Saturday 13thSeptember is the big day and we are hoping that many of our members and friends will be able to be there. There is no need to RSVP. The gate will open at 11 o’clock. The entry charge of $10 will include a cup of tea or coffee on arrival and your lunch, with more tea or coffee of course! Copies of a new book by Brian Kyme and Jan Carroll, called “Grit and Grace: the story of the Anglican Board of Mission” will be free while they last! It is a very interesting read.

There will be a small photographic exhibition to see, some “Bring and Buy Stalls” to browse and a chance to catch up with friends while enjoying the wonderful view of the Clarence River. Lunch will be served at 12.30 and will be soup, sandwiches, scones with jam and cream and of course tea and coffee. Looking forward to seeing you at the Garden Party! - Jacqueline Draffan Secretary ABM Auxillary.

CAMP ICHTHUS www.campichthus.comCamp Ichthus has been running in the Grafton Diocese for almost 30 years and is an exciting holiday experience that challenges young people to step outside of their comfort zone through all sorts of fun filled activities with other children and youth around their own age. All of this takes place under the watchful eyes of a hand picked team comprising of leaders practicing the high standards of Child Protection and Risk Management under the name of “Childsafe”. Be assured that your children will be provided for in a safe Christian community that encourages participants to grow and learn about the hope we can have through Jesus Christ.

To get your Junior High Camp Ichthus forms please follow this link if you are in Years 7 to 9 and would like to attend the camp at Koinonia, Evans Head in the upcoming school holidays commencing Saturday 21st September

Primary students in Years 4 to 6 there is a Primary Ichthus camp also at Camp Drewe, Lennox Head from the 28 September to the 2 October. If you are interested please follow this link.

Throughout our journey may we grow and reap the good harvest as we too discover Jesus together.

Shalom my friends,

Rev Marion TanfieldChaplain


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Last week was Science Week and to celebrate, a group of wonderful Year 10 students presented the Science Magic Show to the Year 7 cohort. The older students demonstrated some colourful chemistry tricks as well as some daring physics feats. They pulled placemats out from under crockery to demonstrate Newton’s First Law of motion, turned water into wine and then into strawberry milk through a series of chemical reactions and finished off by making a huge column of elephant’s toothpaste. I would like to thank my volunteers for the amazing performance (Esha Abraham, Eduardo Bianchino, Natalie Cameron, Brianna Christian, Tasman Henderson, Ryan Marshall, Chad McCauley, Mitchell Napier, Alannah Tunny, Tom Tuohy & James Whelan).

Continuing with the celebrations, Years 7 & 9 were privileged to attend the CSIRO workshops in which they learned about the four states of matter – solid, liquid, gases & plasma. They discovered that solid carbon dioxide is called dry ice because it never gets wet! When it warms up it goes straight from a solid phase to a gaseous phase through a process called sublimation. This was demonstrated in some spectacular, but safe, explosions. The highlight was when they saw that plain flour won’t burn when it is in a pile but when blown through a straw it creates a huge flame. Don’t try it at home! Seriously!

Year 12 students will hold their last social on Tuesday 2nd of September from 6:30pm until 9pm in the primary greenroom. Entry is $5. Food and drink will be on sale throughout the night. The theme is Thrift Shop, so gather up your op-shop threads and fur coats and come along for a good night!

environments. All school communities should have clear definitions outlined in their school policies and procedures for bullying, harassment, discrimination and violence. The following definitions contain the key characteristics and have been taken from the Safe Schools Hub. (www.safeschoolshub.edu.au)

The definition of bullying is given as: Bullying is repeated verbal, physical, social or psychological behaviour that is harmful and involves the misuse of power by an individual or group towards one or more persons.

Behaviours that do not constitute bullying include:mutual arguments and disagreements (where there is no power imbalance).• not liking someone or a single act of social rejection.• one-off acts of meanness or spite.• isolated incidents of aggression, intimidation or violence.•

However, these conflicts still need to be addressed and resolved. Cyberbullying refers to bullying that is carried out through information and communication technologies. Source: www.bullyingnoway.gov.au

At Bishop Druitt College our Rights and Responsibilities document clearly outlines behaviours so students feel safe and they have the right to learn without disruption or intimidation from others. It is important that parents and students communicate with us about issues where students feel unsafe. Please contact Mr Murgatroyd or the relevant year coordinator if you would like further information.

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Teaching someone to drive can be a happy experience. You can learn all the simple steps on how to teach a learner driver at a FREE two hour workshop. The next workshop in your area will be held:

Helping learner drivers become safe drivers

Monday 8 September

5:30pm – 7:30pm

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Alison HollierScience Teacher

SCIENCE FAIRYear 8 students displayed their Science Research Project findings in the Science Fair last week. This was a wonderful opportunity for them to communicate their findings to their peers in visual and oral format and perform peer assessment. It was particularly pleasing to see how willing they were to share their results with the visiting primary BDC children. The following students are to be particularly commended for their efforts:

Teacher’s Choice Awards - Vincent Deng, Jacob Hardie, Jack Brown, Zara Baldwin & Alice JefferyPeople’s Choice Awards - Rhyys Turner, Valeria Shaykhislamova, Sereima Caldwell, Jarrah Soule & Manuli Narangoda

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Over the next few weeks students will be given the opportunity to review their choice of sport for Term 4. Notification will be made via the Sport noticeboard and through tutor groups. Please discuss their sport choice for Term 4 with your son/daughter. If they wish to change, students need to complete a Change of Sport note (available from the secondary foyer) in the next three weeks by the end of Term 3. Changes will not allowed once Term 4 commences.

RYSTARS - a astronomy camp to be held in two parts at Coonabarabran in the next school holidays (30th September – 5th October). The cost is $275 and it will be restricted to 20 students. Some local Rotary clubs may offer sponsorship. Nominations close on Friday 12th September. You can get more information and an application form from me or from the coordinator Jo Wilkin (phone 02 6842 8277 or email [email protected])

THE CONOCO PHIllIPS SCIENCE ExPERIENCE. A 3 day hands-on Science activities program held at various universities during some school holidays for students in Years 9 and 10. There is no special selection process, cost of enrolment is $115 per student and Rotary sponsorship may be available. They are enrolling now for ANU in Canberra and UNSW in Sydney for 1 - 3 October 2014 and January 2015, three different dates and universities are available. See me for more information or visit www.scienceexperience.com.au.

Year 12 have completed their Body Of Works! As of Monday this week every Year 12 student breathed a collective sigh of relief. This is a detail of Georgia McGregor’s work entitled The Science of Sewing.

Kellie ReinholdTeacher in Charge - Monday Sport

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At assembly today the school had the treat of hearing the two Junior Public Speaking Finalists. Alice Jeffery opened the fray with a very confident and polished performance on the topic of books and reading. Her arguments were very well developed, and her delivery was enthusiastic and well pitched at her audience. Her eye contact was terrific, which showed a mastery of her topic and of her prepared material.

Daniel Oroszvari demonstrated highly commendable poise and confidence as a year seven student in front of the whole school. His topic was groups, and he spent an amusing minute approaching the topic in a comic and circuitous manner. His other prepared material, based on a love of Taco Belle and of hollows, maintained the blokey tone, and the audience enjoyed his appropriation of the senior hollows contestant’s use of the refrain “red!”

Once again the judges were given a tough time balancing style content and presentation, but the decision came down in favour of Alice Jeffery. Congratulations!

WORk ExPERIENCEREMINDER - Students participating in the 2014 Work Experience Program (24-28 November) must return their completed Form B Student Placement Record and Form C Employer Acknowledgement by 6 September. Parents of students who have a placement outside our region must also complete Form D Out of Region Consent.

BDC will write to host employers confirming the placement details for participating students early in Term 4. For further information and access to the forms please see handbook: http://bdccareers.com/domains/bdccareers.com/files/handbook.pdf

YEAR 12 It’s great to see so many Year 12 students discussing their plans and applications. Remember SCU (• http://scu.edu.au/futurestudents/index.php/29/) and UNE (http://www.une.edu.au/study/study-on-campus/get-early-entry) early entry scheme students must apply online directly, not through SRS. This must be done in the next week so the Principals recommendation can be added before the deadline. Students are also encouraged to apply asap for equity and other scholarships, college accommodation, education access • schemes (EAS) and the new UAC managed schools recommendation schemes (SRS) - http://www.uac.edu.au/documents/srs/SRSbooklet.pdf. New resources in the Careers Lounge include: Access Melbourne – University of Melbourne’s special access scheme.•

Jeremy NashEnglish Teacher

Robyn CrispCareers Adviser

from the head of primaryAlthough the weather had not looked the best before the Year 3 camp, it certainly didn’t dampen the spirits of the children and they had a ball! Many of the children had never been away from home before, so as well as excitement, there was apprehension, which was soon allayed as the camp proceeded with fun activities and with friends. I went down this morning to see how things were going and I was inundated with stories from smiling, chattering kids. It is important for us to let our children participate in these types of activities, I know it is sometimes with apprehension, but we all want our children to grow into happy, independent human beings and we can only do so if we let them go. Of course our teachers care for their charges above and beyond so there are really no issues with care for our students.

In the world as we have it now there are so many stories that bring fear to parents but we must remember that bad news that is broadcast only happens to a very miniscule number of people and it is not the norm. Watching the news at night is certainly not a feel good time, with plane crashes, war zones, suicides and urban shootings that seem to be dominant at the moment.

We must remember that when young children watch anything on television, their responses are a mirror to the responses they are given by others. It is good to say to our children that bad people do bad things and we don’t know why these things happen, but they hardly ever happen. Children under about eight years of age are usually happy with this response, we don’t need to protect them but a clear, calm answer will be enough to demonstrate to them that they are safe.

When kids get older they may feel genuine distress and this is the job of parents to have open discussions with their children to ensure that they continue to talk to you but the world is still a good place. The topic of life and death needs to be dealt with at home in a way that children feel this is not something to dwell on or be fearful about. And if things become upsetting for children who

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eye weeK - 2014 - ‘out of the Box’

WriteOn is an annual writing competition for NSW students in Years 1 to 6. WriteOn is designed to encourage young students to develop their writing skills in an engaging way. Successful writers have the opportunity to have their writing published. Each year the school can nominate suitable candidates to participate in the competition and then one student’s writing from each Stage is chosen to represent the school.

This year Liam Daymond (ELC), Eleanor Bond (3/4R) and Madeline Howard (5P) were awarded the opportunity to enter their writing in the 2014 competition. Using the photograph below for inspiration, the students had to write a short piece of up to 500 words. Entries could be imaginative, persuasive and/or informative. The students have done an excellent job and the three pieces of writing have now been entered into the 2014 competition. You can read their texts below and stay tuned to hear how they get on.

Letter To The Editor

On my way to the new and improved Coffs Central, I was stopped at the Bray Street lights with a red light. As I was sitting there I realised that I had been waiting for FIVE WHOLE MINUTES!!! And yet there were absolutely no cars coming the other way!!! It was disgraceful!

I think that we should have a small camera built just before the lights to detect if cars are coming or not.

At least then I might be able to get somewhere on time!!!

By Paris Warcken

Dear Editor:

I have been very disappointed that the construction of Myer in Park Beach Plaza hasn’t gone ahead.

The construction of Myer needs to go ahead because if there is a Myer there will be a vast variety of specialty stores, that have not previously been accessible by local shoppers without driving all the way to Sydney or the Gold Coast.

If we go ahead there will be an extension of the Plaza undercover car park which will add 2865 more additional car spaces.

If this development goes ahead there will be more jobs for engineers and construction workers. Also it will bring more jobs for people who work “in” the store.

In conclusion I think you should agree we need a Myer in Park Beach Plaza!

By Shannon Stafford

Great Cardboard Challenge

Visit the BDC Primary Library Blog for more information & to watch the inspiration for this challenge!Primary Library Blog (click on Cardboard Challenge)

Dear Students & Parents: This year, our school will be participating in the Third Annual Global Cardboard Challenge. Inspired by the short film, ’Caine’s Arcade’, the Global Cardboard Challenge is a worldwide celebration of child creativity and the role communities can play in fostering it. In the lead-up to EYE week this year, our students have been challenged to create and build out of cardboard, recycled materials and imagination.

We have watched Caine’s Arcade in class and brainstormed projects students could make at home. Our dream is that our students will work individually, in friendship groups, or with families, to create their very own Arcade Game made from cardboard and recycled materials.

Students will share their completed projects with each other on the final day of the EYE Festival. Parents will be invited to this event and notified closer to the date, with further details.

We hope you help your child get behind this creative and exciting initiative. Thank you for your support.

watch the news, why not turn it off? The world will certainly not end.

Please remember to book for the events that are coming up next week:Melinda Tankard-Reist will be talking about the effects of the media on the sexualisation of our children (Wednesday night).

Father’s Day breakfast and Fathers day Stall on Thursday

Gala Concert on Friday night

Both of these can be booked via Activity Payments on our website.

The EYE Festival Committee

Karin LisleAssistant Principal (Head of Primary)


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The lush Summer grass rustled against Leo’s chafed gumboots as he waded towards the broken farm fence that bordered his property from the rest of the world. Alex, his visiting nephew, bounded after him, his arms swinging gaily.

“So this is your fence, huh?”“Yes.”“A lil’ dap of paint on it wouldn’t go astray, right?”“No.”“Can I climb it?”“No.”“Please?”“No.”

“You’re no fun.” Alex huffed, his clear blue eyes scanning the rickety fence. Leo subtly studied his eyes, his face devoid of emotion. How is it possible that Alex had eyes that clear? They were so innocent, so… sincere. No, that can’t be right. Alex was anything but sincere. Impossible. Leo turned away, not quite sure why he had looked in the first place. Ever since his sister had died, he had started doing odd things like that. You know, like going through his address book, trying to relive old memories.. Like reading the church program, even though he wasn’t a Catholic and definitely wasn’t planning on becoming one. Like studying people’s eyes. Leo thrust his hand into his overall pocket and pulled out his pair of binoculars. He turned them over in his hand, feeling every joint and gear, every pad and lens. A little smile creeped over his lips, like the sun peeking over the horizon. Then he noticed Alex, a little way down the fence. Gripping the binoculars so tightly that his knuckles turned white, he hurried up towards his skittery nephew, his joints creaking in protest at every heavy footstep. His steps faltered briefly as Alex’s head jolts upward to take in the sight of his isolated old uncle traipsing through the scraggly, yellowing farmyard brambles towards him. But Alex’s undeniable shock turned to childish fascination at the binoculars clutched in Leo’s bony fist. “ Can I have a go? Please?” Leo bit back the usual one-word retort of “No!” and attempted to come up with an actual reason to why he shouldn’t let Alex have abit of a go. They’re only binoculars. They’re not worth a lot of money. But they were worth a lot to Leo. They were the very last things his beloved sister presented him with. The rustic binoculars, an everlasting relic of his sister’s love. Tears welled in his eyes as a whirlwind of emotion chopped up his insides. But he should let the boy have a go. Let him have his fun.

“Sure.”“Sure?”“Yes. Have a go. Knock yourself out.”“Thank you! Thankyou! THANK YOU!”

Alex joyfully tore the binoculars from Leo’s outstretched hand and galloped along the perimeter of the fence, searching enthusiastically for a break in the fence to thrust the binoculars through. Leo followed mere steps behind, a smile plastered onto his face. Finally Alex finds a wild fern that has stubbornly pushed aside segments of fragile fence in order to make room for its blossoming leaves. With uncharacteristic squeals of joyfulness he poked the binoculars tenderly through the fronds of the fern and peered almost reverently at the fields beyond.

By Madeline Howard (5P)

Save the Rhinos

When I examined the picture, I looked through the boys binoculars and thought there could be a large animal. It could have been any animal, but I choose a rhinoceros because I thought it would make a intriguing and interesting exposition. Well here it is!

There is no doubt that rhinoceroses or rhinos as they are commonly known, should not be hunted. What have they done to us?

Firstly, rhinos should not be hunted, because, we have hunted them for such a long time, that they are becoming extinct. One day they could die out. Then there would be no more rhinos.

Secondly, rhinos should not be hunted because, they are an important part of the world, like you and me. Imagine if you, were being hunted for modern medicine?

Finally, rhinos should not be hunted because, if that rhino in question had a calf, it could not live. Calves (or baby rhinos) cannot live without their mother for three years. So if you killed a adult that had a calf, the calf could not live or grow up and breed.

So you see, there are many different reasons why, rhinos should not be hunted. That’s why I’m saying

“SAVE THE RHINOS!”

By Eleanor Bond (3/4R)

Camping At Barrenhigh Lake

There was an adventurous boy who went on a camping trip to Barrenhigh Lake with his family and his neighbours.

On his last night he could not sleep properly. He was laying in his tent in the pitch black. It was so dark he couldn’t see his own hand in front of his face. He was quite scared and this got worse when he started to hear noises. Strange noises. He heard a deadly howl and a creepy hiss so he crawled deep into his sleeping bag. He thought it would never end.

The next morning he decided to investigate where the sounds had been coming from so he got up early and packed his binoculars and his adventure hat as well as a banana and an apple. He went for a walk around the lake trying to find wherever the the creature was from the night before. He hadn’t told his mum or dad where he was going so after a while he headed back to the campsite. He got a huge shock back at the campsite because his friends and family had all packed up and gone. He was feeling alone and afraid. He decided to try and find his way home. He hiked through the bushes until he got to a field . He could see something in the



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Dale CondonHead of Music k-12

GAlA CONCERT2014 marks the 20th year of Bishop Druitt College. The Gala Concert will be a major fundraiser for the Japan Tour. Friends of Music will be running a raffle on the night with some great prizes. There will also be refreshments available for purchase. The Raffle prizes are:

1st prize - A rosewood hand crafted children’s table and one chair (engraved with name of your choice and on display at Reception) from Mountain Top Timbers (value $850)2nd prize - One night accommodation at Pacific Bay Resort for two people plus breakfast (value $350)3rd prize - Electric guitar from Park Beach Plaza & Hafiz (value $370)

Tickets are available at the accounts desk or the door on the night. Orchestra students are also selling tickets.

Rehearsal for Gala Concert - Thursday 4 September 2014 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm in the BDC Music block (for BDC Symphony Orchestra only)

A gala concert presented by the Coffs Harbour City Orchestra ‘Remember • the Days’ will be held on Sunday 31st August at 2pm in the BDC Branson Centre. Our own jazz ensemble Monsoon will be guest performer at this wonderful concert. The concert will also feature one of our students, Stephanie Egan, playing a cello solo and her father, BDC teacher Tim Egan, will conduct the orchestra. The concert is ideal for BDC families as school aged children enter free of charge (adults $10 and pensioner concession $7 – pay at the door). The concert will feature music played recently for the Red Cross Centenary Concert including the fabulous 1812 overture. Young violinist Michaela Murphy will also play a solo so come along and hear what the young musicians of Coffs Harbour can do.

Mr Phill Stitt, a renowned local percussionist, teaches at BDC on Mondays • and Wednesdays. He has a few vacancies so why not consider your child learning drum-kit. You do not need to own a drum-kit to start! I f you are interested please contact the music office on 6651 5644 ext 218.

Thank you to Santo, his students and their parents for a great evening of • entertainment at the recent Guitar Soiree.

On Tuesday evening we said goodbye to Gergely and Lisa Malyusz at their • final BDC brass soiree. The Malyusz’s came to BDC in October 2010 and have worked hard to build solid numbers of brass students since that time. The soiree saw some terrific performances from senior students including Daniel Williams (French Horn) and Gaelan Parnell (Trumpet) as well as solos from young, up and coming students. It was great to hear the senior and junior brass ensembles also. I thank Gergely and Lisa for their hard work and commitment to the musical landscape of BDC and wish them all the best as they move to Sydney to pursue the next phase of their lives.

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distance. It looked quite big. He crouched down in the bushes and took out his binoculars. He saw a huge , hideous mutant animal with five snakeheads, a wolverine head, nine tentacle arms , a bears body and four ostrich legs. He was so shocked he dropped his binoculars and they crashed on the rocks. The monster turned around and the little boy saw his red flashing eyes. He tried to run but his legs were numb. The creature used his super fast legs and ran up to the boy and looked at him fiercely with his red lava eyes. The creature lifted the boy up with his tentacles and put him on his furry back. The boy thought the creature was going to eat him or end his life but was surprised when the monster started to run with him on his back and a huge set of wings shot out of his body. He started to fly . He went higher and higher and higher until he was flying in the clouds hanging on to the creatures wolverine head. The boy realised that the creature was trying to help him so he pointed the way towards home. After an astonishing ride they flew down to his backyard and landed safely. The boy gave the creature a big hug and said goodbye. The creature zoomed as quick as lightning into the sky.

The parents hadn’t missed the little boy because when they left the campsite they thought he was in the neighbours car. The little boy ran into the house. His parents gave him a hug and said did he enjoy his ride home. The little boy said, I loved it!!

He decided to keep his special story to himself. He went back to Barrenhigh Lake many times but he never ever did see the creature again.

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Last Friday saw all Primary students take part in our annual Jump Rope for Heart. It was a great afternoon for all with lots and fun had by everyone. Just over $200 was raised for the Heart Foundation.

Notes have gone home to Year 2 and Year 4 with information about their swimming programs, which will be conducted during Term 4. Please return these notes as soon as possible and make the payment via TryBooking on the college website under Events and Activity Payments.

Year 3 and 5 will be participating in a gymnastics program during Term 4 and these notes will be going home next week. Please return the note and make your payment via TryBooking as directed above.

Year 3 have been on camp during the past two days and next weeks newsletter will contain reports by some of the students.

Year 11 and Year 5 camp notes have been sent home and are now OVERDUE. Please return any outstanding notes to the box in the front office. The information on these notes is required to ensure the students have the best possible experience while attending camp.

Wednesday 3rd September – NCIS netball & tennis day, GraftonFriday 5th September – Barney Baarselaar Cup, Coffs Harbour (football)Wednesday 10th September – NSWCIS Primary Athletics, HomebushWednesday 17th September – NSWCIS Secondary Athletics, Homebush

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college communityimportant dates and events

More on the College Calendar

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Piano and String SoireeYear 12 SocialMelinda Tankard Reist Visit, 6:30pmFather’s Day Breakfast & Primary Gift Stall20th Anniversary Gala ConcertYear 11 Examinations CommenceYear 7&9 VaccinationsYear 8, 9 & 11 Parents Cocktail Evening

father’s day stall - thursday 4 septemBer 2014Father’s Day is on Sunday, 7th September and we shall be holding our very popular Father’s Day stall on Thursday, 4th September. An email will shortly be sent to you giving instructions on how to purchase gifts. If you would like your child/children to be able to choose a gift for their father, step-dad, guardian or grandpa could you please either jump on line to Trybooking or you may pay for your gifts at the Accounts Department at the school.

Please note that it is important to have payment as soon as possible so that the correct number of gifts can be purchased. This will help us to avoid running out of gifts on the day and disappointing children.Deborah MaugerMother/Father’s Day Coordinator


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alumni newsHaydn Williams (Foundation student 1995-1999 HSC) is now a 4-bar Captain flying commercial aircraft for Regional Express • Airlines, Rex.Paul Matten (SC 2000) and wife Sarah announced the birth of their daughter Sienna Louise 8lb 13oz, 54 cm long and 31 hours • labour at Sydney Southwest Private Hospital in August.Tabitha Mokey (HSC 2013) took her first group class of ABT training (Abs, Butt & Thighs) in Adelaide recently.• Malia Rouillon (SC 2007) and Sean Samer (HSC 2008) put together a video about the environmental impact of a large coal loading • plant near the Great Barrier Reef 2014 https://vimeo.com/100874021Will Ashley (HSC 2013) will attempt his biggest trip to date in November; a 3,200 km cycle trip from Daly Waters in the Northern • Territory to Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, raising money for the Australian Cancer Research Foundation and promoting healthy lifestyles for teenagers!

Former students are encouraged to maintain their contact details on our alumni database by emailing [email protected].

Scott RodhamAlumni Officer

parents and friendsCAllING FOR ExPRESSIONS OF INTEREST!Want to be involved in your child’s schooling? The P&F currently have an email group that is often used to inform parents of upcoming P&F/College events, news, volunteer requests etc. You do not have to be a P&F member to be included, so if you want to help out every once in a while or just want to hear about upcoming events or information please email [email protected].

CONTACT USFor more information, to view our Constitution or read our latest meeting minutes, click on ‘Our Community’ then ‘Parents and Friends’ on the college website. We look forward to your support.President: Allan Williams 0408 332 082 [email protected] & F email: [email protected]

Next Meeting: 15 September, 6.30pm, Roger Oates Centre, refreshments provided

The Bishop Druitt College Parents and Friends Association is an organisation that supports the aims and objectives of the College. It does so through the promotion of fundraising, fellowship, friendship and fun


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In honour of Father’s Day, Bishop Druitt College is hosting a

Fathers/Carers/Students

BreakfastIf you have ever been a father or a carer, this event is for you! Bring your father, your son or daughter, a friend or all of them.

Enjoy a delightful breakfast and make some special memories with your loved ones.

Buy your tickets via Activity Payments on the BDC website at $15 each.

Limited seating so get in quick!

Thursday 4 September 7.30-8.30amin the Roger Oates Centre

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