Christian College 2011 Annual Report

ANNUAL REPORT 2011

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ANNUAL REPORT 2011

Christian College Institute of Senior Education Ltd

Christian College Geelong Ltd

Christian College Bellarine Ltd

Contents

Chairman’s Report ....................................................................................................................................... 2

Report from the CEO ................................................................................................................................... 4

Principal’s Overview .................................................................................................................................... 6

Financial Report ........................................................................................................................................ 11

Teaching & Learning—Systems ................................................................................................................ 17

English ....................................................................................................................................................... 20

Mathematics .............................................................................................................................................. 23

Languages Other Than English ................................................................................................................. 24

Music ......................................................................................................................................................... 26

Art, Technology & Design .......................................................................................................................... 29

Sport & Physical Education. ...................................................................................................................... 32

Kindergarten .............................................................................................................................................. 34

Schools Performance 2011 ....................................................................................................................... 35

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2011 has been a tremendously challenging and rewarding year

for Christian College. People in all areas of Christian College have

given much of themselves and their time to meet the challenges

and opportunities throughout the year.

College Board Changes

I would like to thank and recognise the College Board members

for their diligent service and their individual skills, insights and

faithfulness that they bring to the governance and leadership of

the College. I would especially like to thank the following Board

Members who have stepped down from the Board this year to

pursue other callings.

Reverend Rachel Franklin, Uniting Church Clergy

Representative

Pastor John Winkler, Parent Representative

Lt. Colonel Wes Collinson, Salvation Army Clergy

Representative

We have greatly valued their contribution and wish them every

blessing in their new endeavours.

We have also welcomed the following new Board Members this

year:

Mrs Sally Stewart, Parent Representative

Captain David Collinson, Salvation Army Clergy

Representative

Other changes to the structure of the College Board have

included Chris Golden and Vivian Watson stepping down as

Chairman and Vice Chairman respectively. These two roles are

now filled by myself and Simon Koefoed. Both Chris and Viv are

continuing on as Board Members and their years of experience

and ongoing contribution are highly valued.

I particularly wish to recognise and thank Chris Golden for his

leadership and direction over the past five years as Chairman.

Some of the most challenging decisions for Christian College

requiring much insight and good judgment have been made

under his leadership. This includes decisions such as the

commencement of the building programs at Senior School,

Middle School and Bellarine School campuses, now nearing

completion, totaling some $14M.

Building Programs

These major building programs on three sites have been a key

focus and the topic of much attention for the past two years and

are now coming to fruition. The Senior school Administration

and Resource Centre was completed this year and officially

opened on August 7th.

The Middle School Sports and Aquatic Centre is finished and is

now in use. We look forward to the official opening in the first

quarter of 2012. The Bellarine Sports and Performing Arts Centre

is expected to achieve a Certificate of Occupancy by the end of

2011, which is also in line with our government approved time

line.

These three major projects have been completed on budget

which demonstrates the professional and business like way in

which these projects have been managed by Paul Brewster

together with Chris Maddock, David Spedding and the team. It is

also important to point out that these projects have been

delivered for less than half the cost per square meter of many

similar school projects being funded by the government BER

funding. This has been achieved by managing these projects ‘in

house’ avoiding many additional costs, ‘mark-ups’ and fees.

Whilst this process has taken longer than other methods, the

teachers and students are the winners - with exceptional value

for money and beautiful facilities well beyond that which we

could have afforded otherwise.

CHAIRMAN’S REPORT Mr James Shirley

Chairman

The new Administration & Resource Centre at Senior School

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College Leadership

I would like to commend the College CEO Daryl Riddle and the

Principal Glen McKeeman for their dedicated and professional

leadership throughout 2011. This year has seen an

unprecedented number of new initiatives and programs, (such as

the Q’ed program for gifted students), which are a credit to the

Executive, Heads of Campus and staff.

The College has also met some tough times for staff and families

with health issues and loss of loved ones. We keep those families

in our prayers and assure them of our continuing support.

I thank the Lord for all of His leading and provision throughout

2011 and pray for his guidance and his richest blessing for

Christian College into 2012.

James Shirley

Chairman of the Christian College Board

Mr Vivian Watson

The Salvation Army

Lay Representative

Mrs Sally Stewart

Parent Representative

Mr Greg Reid


Mrs Lenore Ford


Dr Robert Gibson

Uniting Church

Lay Representative

Revd. Simon Koefoed

Vice Chairman

Anglican Clergy Rep.

Mr James Shirley

Chairman


Mr Eduard Nyhof

Anglican Church Lay

Representative

Capt. David Collinson

The Salvation Army

Clergy Representative

Pastor Graham Clarke

Baptist Church

Clergy Representative

Mr Chris Golden


The exterior of the Sports and Aquatic Centre at

Middle School, Highton

On approved Leave

throughout 2011

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Buildings Development

At the end of a busy year in 2011, it is exciting to look back and

see the incredible changes that have occurred in all of the

campuses. 2011 has been the year of construction with almost

14 million dollars being spent on new buildings at the

Administration and Resource Centre at Senior School, Bellarine

Music, Sports and Performing Arts Centre and the Sports and

Aquatic Centre at the Highton Middle School along with

landscaping and internal classroom upgrades.

These building programmes will be officially completed in

December with the issue of a Certificate of Occupancy for the

Bellarine Music and Sports Centre. With these major works

finished however, the continued need to design and develop

new landscaping works surrounding the new buildings, will begin

again early in 2012. I would like to thank Mr Paul Brewster and

his team at Beekon for the incredible job of the design and

construction of all the buildings and works. You have provided

the College and its families with a wonderful suite of buildings

which will continue provide important opportunities for all

students into the future.

Digital Education Revolution

Other challenges for the year have included the increased

technological capacity of the College with the help of Federal

Government’s introduction of the DER (Digital Educational

Revolution) financial assistance over the last three years. This

extra funding has allowed us to double the capacity of our

computer network and wireless provisions with both students

and staff gaining much better access to online programmes.

These upgrades of services and hardware are a welcome bonus

to our College. The IT Department have worked diligently to

ensure that all the new hardware, servers and systems run

effectively. ‘Thank you’ to Ashley Walters and his remarkable

team of IT specialists, who truly are the “oil in the works” in this

technological development.

Surf Coast Campus

The establishment of a new campus at the Surf Coast has again

faced a difficult time this year with the “Spring Creek” area, one

kilometre west of Duffield’s Road, still not rezoned.

Currently we have more than 180 students who travel into our

Highton Campus each day to attend Middle or Junior School with

many others who have asked to be placed onto a waiting list. We

will continue to persevere with all Federal, State and Local

authorities in our effort to ensure the future establishment of a

new Christian College Campus in the Surf Coast area.

‘Back Creek’ Rural Experience

Over the past 12 months, a review of the programmes and

operations of the ‘Back Creek’ Farm Rural Experience at

Scotsburn has been completed.

The Review, which was undertaken by Mr David Spedding,

addressed a considerable number of issues relating to future

developments - staffing into 2015 and beyond, capital needs of

the farm, types of programmes envisaged, length of time

required, improvements to the the ‘connections’ between the

various campuses and the farm.

REPORT FROM THE CEO Mr Daryl Riddle OAM

Chief Executive Officer

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‘Thank you’ to the many families, students, staff and school

members who contributed to this review and especially to David

for overseeing the review project. A heartfelt thanks to Russell

Barter and the farm staff whose great work is reflected in the

valuable experiences shared by all the students.

East Timor Projects

The work in East Timor has also grown dramatically over the past

12 months. This year we have seen more students and staff from

the College travel to visit our friends in Viqueque. Early this year,

we enjoyed the visit of four staff from Viqueque to Christian

College Geelong. They came to study and develop new business

skills, IT skills and Kinder teaching skills for their work in East

Timor. The work these people are doing in the Friendship House

is amazing.

Also, the Year 12 Prefects on their visit in July, decided to help

the village of Raitahu build a new suite of school buildings. They

have done this by raising $30,000 for the project which they

have accomplished with the generosity and hard work of the

parents, staff, and students through fundraising events. The

construction of the new school buildings will begin in January

2012 with the arrival of the material which has already been

purchased. Special thanks should go to Mr Colin Pearson, the

Chairman, Ms Deb Singleton, Secretary and the Christian College

East Timor Committee and all our supporting members and staff.

You have accomplished remarkable things this year.

In Appreciation

I would like to express my great thanks to Mr Glen McKeeman,

the Principal of the College, the Heads of Campus and all our

wonderful staff for their remarkable achievements across all the

campuses this year. Your wise leadership, and inspirational work

with our students has been marvellous.

To all the ancillary staff, administration, gardeners, uniform shop

ladies, canteen staff, maintenance, bus drivers, farm staff and all

our managers your continued diligence and support of others

behind the scenes has been remarkable.

To Chris Maddock, Paul Brewster, Gwen Prosser, Glen

McKeeman and Marion Murray – our Executive Group, thank

you for all the work, talent and support along with long hours

that go unseen by most. The year has been both challenging but

fruitful.

I also wish to thank the Board members of Christian College who

are the remarkable group who oversee the many facets of this

amazing institution. As well, my great thanks to all of you for

your excellent leadership, governance and heartfelt support

during this challenging year.

Special acknowledgement should go to Mr Chris Golden for his

outstanding five year contribution to the Board as Chairman. I

would also like to acknowledge the appointment in May 2011, of

our new Chairman Mr James Shirley who has already been active

in the building programmes this year.

Daryl C Riddle OAM

Chief Executive Officer

‘Back Creek’ action for Year 9’s

Seniors enjoy local children in Viqueque

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The challenge for schools in educating their students is to be

relevant, meaningful and relational in their dealings. This

requires a well-considered framework, quality effective teachers

and a well centred moral compass that models the values and

way to live.

Each day at our College throughout 2011 our students have been

provided with a wealth and broad range of learning

opportunities. These have included well planned and engaging

classroom sessions, excursions and field trips, guest speakers,

camps and tours, sporting events, performances, opportunities

to create and construct, use of technology, speaking with and

listening to others and more.

Some of the Highlights

During 2011 some of the following aspects of Teaching and

Learning have been highlighted.

Williams House Kindergarten

A place to discover, create and make friends, Williams House is a

vibrant, happy and caring community. The students and teachers

enjoy sharing this vital early time for learning. Throughout the

year special activities as well as the well prepared structured and

unstructured discovery sessions allow the Kinder students in

both the 3 and 4 Year old groups a wonderful environment in

which to learn. The classroom and outdoor play areas are

engaging and stimulating. This year the ‘veggies’ grown in the

patch were very tasty too. Visits to the Junior School for formal

specialist lessons and the special concerts and occasions

throughout the year have added to a most successful year.

Hosting two Kindergarten teachers from East Timor as part of

the ongoing support our College provides to the village of

Viqueque was certainly a perfect example of our involvement in

the broader context of education.

Junior Schools

Our two Junior Schools continue to be happy nurturing places of

learning providing a balance of specifically designed classroom

experiences to discovery learning. The students enjoy and

benefit from the many special days that are planned to support

their learning as well as provide fun ways to experience new

things.

A major feature of the Junior Schools is the caring and dedicated

staff that nurture and encourage the students. The relationships

that these children have with their teachers are vitally important

in the early years of learning. Equally important are the peer

support programs that the Prep children have with their Year 4

Buddies. This also enables the older students to develop

responsibility and leadership qualities.

The academic program is showing benefits of the ongoing

Doorway Into Practical Literacy Program. As the students

become more familiar to the rules and conventions of spelling in

their class lessons this is also impacting their written work.

A review of the Junior School Mathematics program commenced

this year and will continue throughout 2012.

Middle Schools

Middle School students have appreciated a range of engaging

and challenging learning opportunities. The camps program is

integral to developing positive relationships with peers and

teachers as well as a great challenge in the outdoors. The

expansion to include Year 8 students from Highton as well as the

Bellarine students into the camping program at Back Creek has

been a success.

The time spent at Back Creek continues to be a most rewarding

and positive time for the students in Year 9. A comprehensive

review of this program was conducted throughout 2011 with

recommendations being considered for implementation in

future years.

I am pleased with the progress that the ongoing review of the

Middle School program is making. This Professional Learning

Team lead by Mrs. Heather Faulkner is considering the revisions

to the structure, pedagogy, elective offerings and timetabling

allocations to best suit the learning for Middle School students.

This review is to be completed in 2012.

A major highlight of the year for one of our students, Lena De

Rosso was winning her way through to the State Final in the

National Junior Public Speaking Awards. At this competitive

National level amongst thousands of students that enter, Lena

spoke on, “Humour in Medicine – the role of clown doctors”.

Lena also presented this at Presentation Evening.

Of course, the Middle School at Highton is benefitting already

from the new Sports and Aquatic Centre. This wonderful new

facility will be officially opened in March next year. We are most

grateful for the provision of this wonderful facility.

PRINCIPAL’S OVERVIEW Mr Glen McKeeman

Principal

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Senior School

The new year commenced at Senior School under the new

leadership of Ms. Sue Strong and immediately gained benefit

from the new Administration and Resource Centre. The

provision of this state of the art Library and research facility has

been a great asset to the students and staff at the Senior School.

Provision of new facilities for staff at Senior School has also been

appreciated and beneficial. The remodeled and renovated

conversion of the former library creates a flexible space for

worship services, lectures or guest presentations, examinations,

drama classes and performances as well as assemblies.

The reintroduction of an Our World trip to East Timor at Year 11

has been a welcome occurrence. This elective is offered in

addition to the annual Prefect trips in July. Senior School

students maintain our continued strong involvement in Central

Australia and Vietnam.

2011 VCE Results

I wish to congratulate our Year 12 students on their excellent

results in 2011.

All of the 143 students who sat for their final exams have

successfully completed their VCE. The Dux of the College for

2011 was Rebekah Hines with an ATAR of 98.40. Other

outstanding results were achieved by Jason Allsopp 98.40, Rianni

Lancaster 97.60, Andrew Peel 96.85 and Jacob Petkovic 96.60,

Chloe Lilkendey 95.30 and Clare Duck 94.60.

11.2% of our students received an ATAR above 90

(compares with 10% nationally) In 2011 5.8% of our students received 90+


(compares with 20% nationally) In 2011 26% of our students received 80+


(compares with 50% nationally). In 2011 86% of our students received 50+

Average ATAR for our school is 71 (compares with 50 nationally ) In 2010 the average ENTER was 68.

Subject Result Highlights

36% of our Year 12 students (excludes Year 11 doing a Year 12

study) received a study score of 40+ in one or more studies. A

Study Score of 40 or higher means the student is ranked in the

top 8% of the cohort in the state. In 2010 20% of our students

received a study score of 40+

These results are a credit to the dedicated efforts of the

students, our College teaching staff and the families throughout

the year. I congratulate and commend each upon this successful

result.

Our College community celebrates the achievements of our Class

of 2011. As we progress in developing and implementing a

strategic plan for Teaching and Learning I am confident that we

will continue to see positive academic outcomes for our

students.

Faculty Highlights

Music

A significant highlight in Music was the performances at the

Royal South Street competitions in Ballarat. Victory by the

Symphony Orchestra was reason for considerable celebration as

were the many other ensemble and solo performances.

Several concerts and performance, camps and tours conducted

throughout the year culminated in the highly celebrated College

Music Evening. These opportunities allow the students to

experience the appreciation of the audience for the dedication

and hard work they undertake to reach incredible levels of

performance.

This year our community was treated to the College Musical,

“Seussical the Musical”, based on the work of children’s author

Dr. Seuss. The outstanding work by the cast, students and

parents involved to collaborate and produce the performances

enjoyed by the audiences received much acclaim. The College

continues to enjoy a fine reputation for producing musical

productions of the highest quality.

Art Technology and Design

Developments across the board in Art, Technology and Design

have benefitted many students and this practical and creative

area of teaching and learning is proving to be a burgeoning focus

for study and employment options in the future as we are

becoming increasingly exposed to visual and digital

communication. As a result, student interest in the subjects

offered in this study area has increased and this has provided

many additional practical study options for students. A side

benefit has been the retention of students who have, in the past

considered alternative programs at other schools whilst not

wanting to leave our College community.

The cast of Seussical on stage at the Playhouse Theatre

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This year the College conducted our inaugural Visual and

Creative Arts Festival providing us with a showcase of the

creative, artistic, musical and dramatic talents of our students

across the campuses. The success of this festival will become an

annual feature on the College calendar.

Students appreciated the excursions, visiting artist and wide

opportunities and encouragement to explore and develop the

many avenues to express themselves in these areas of study.

We also had an enthusiastic group of Senior School boys

compete at the Solar Car Challenge National titles in Tasmania.

Sport

On a sporting note the College celebrated Year 12 student Taylor

Adams being drafted in the AFL National Draft by Greater

Western Sydney. Simon Harrington also enjoyed success at the

Victorian Schools Mountain Bike Championships.

During the year a decision was made for our College to remain

as a significant contributor to GISSA Sporting programs for our

students. High levels of success were achieved by our teams

competing against other schools in the region. Numerous

students qualified to compete at State and National events and

well as representative teams at this elite level.

Christian College also offered Club Sporting opportunities to

represent our College in Basketball, Netball and Equestrian

events with large numbers of students involved. House

competitions and carnivals have provided all of our students

with an opportunity to represent their respective Houses in

friendly competition throughout the year.

LOTE and International Exchanges

I was personally delighted to see students of staff from our sister

school, Naga High school in Japan visit after a break in recent

years. These exchange visits are an important part of our College

history and culture. The continuation of this relationship will

celebrate the 20th Anniversary next year.

Equally exciting was the tour undertaken to our Twin School in

Lombok, Indonesia. The students, accompanied by a parent and

staff from the College enjoyed a wonderful time learning about

Indonesian culture whilst visiting SMAN 2 Mataram.

Other students studying Indonesian participated in a study tour

to Malaysia experiencing the sights, a village stay and

opportunities to apply their language skills.

We were pleased to welcome home Bronte Alexander after her

long term exchange in Japan, particularly so as she was there

during the horrific earthquake and tsunami.

The many students studying Japanese and Indonesian

thoroughly love learning a new languages and cultures as a

result of their studies. The results and success that our students

obtain in a number of Speech Competitions at local, State and

National levels indicates the excellence offered by the teaching

staff in this faculty. Seven students received scholarships to

participate in the JENESYS study program in Japan in December.

Science

The Science program is an engaging and exciting study area. The

program is supported by a range of practical experiences that

enhance learning. Some of these have included collaborative

investigations, field trips, engineering and design competitions

and visiting speakers.

Covering studies ranging from nano technology to

microorganisms the wonders of the world have been explored in

the classrooms and laboratories as well as the outdoors. It has

been fun to look after and study things that grow and to see how

they change by making close observations. Learning to draw

conclusions and present what you have found out has been a

well-developed skill.

An exciting development in Science has been the provision of

specialist lessons commencing from Year 5.

Mathematics

Exploring the world of numbers, how they relate and form an

important part of the world around us has been a challenging

and interesting time for the students. Teaching staff provide a

range of activities to demonstrate the patterns, measuring

strategies and skills to discover mathematical concepts.

Group investigations, peer teaching (in some cases across

campuses and year levels), competitions, practical applications

and problem solving have given the students many different

ways to develop.

Third place in the highly competitive Deakin University

Mathematics Challenge out of 50 other schools was a fine effort

by those students involved during the year.

Environmental Studies at Bellarine

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English

The English faculty has contributed across the entire College

program providing manuals for all staff on text types and spelling

strategies to be utilized in all subject studies. This consistent

approach will support students across disciplines to improve the

application to written tasks.

Students have had a variety of writing genre to explore in their

classroom time as well as a range of speaking and listening

experiences. Working in groups and preparing oral presentations

or participating in debates has been experienced.

A number of students have participated in public speaking

competitions with confidence and poise. Learning to express

yourself in written and oral form is a skill that we see developing

through the rich experiences provided. Together with the

development of sound language skills, all areas of study gain

from the English programs.

Specially planned events, visiting authors, writers workshops and

experiences in the broader community all bring purpose and

meaning to these studies.

Humanities

The study areas offered in Humanities help our students to

understand the world around them from learning about the

past, the environment and considering what is happening

around them. From gaining an understanding into the different

countries and environments, students develop an appreciation

for others as well as realizing a responsibility for their own part.

The opportunity to dress up, work with others and to experience

special days and events all provide rich learning to allow the

students to consider the world more fully.

Visiting places such as Sovereign Hill, participating in a Refugee

Day or being a medieval character, allowed the students first-

hand experience to inform their learning in the classroom, as

well as lots of fun.

Outdoor Education

Having a wonderful range of environments to experience in our

state, many just on our doorstep, provides those undertaking

studies in this area the privilege to experience the range of

activities that can be experienced. Whether it has been hiking

through the high plains, surfing along the coast, riding through

the heathlands, skiing or camping on the snowfields or climbing

mountains, the students have been encouraged to learn about

safe practice, caring for the place they visit and understanding

the impact that human interaction can have on a fragile

environment.

The passionate staff in this faculty have worked hard to ensure

that these activities are conducted safely whilst maximizing the

experience and level of challenge for the students. The outcome

saw outstanding academic performances as a result.

LITEhouse

The initiative undertaken to combine the skills and learning in

Information Technology and research has provided cross

curriculum connections to support and enhance the learning for

all students. This collaborative approach has allowed teaching

staff in subject areas and classroom teachers to use the skills and

expertise of their colleagues from the LITEhouse faculty. As a

result the students apply the skills they have learned in each of

the other subject studies. An example of this is the skill of

developing a spreadsheet being taught in IT and applied to

present information in a Science assignment. As this program

continues to influence learning in our College we will see

increased proficiency for our students.

New Initiative Q’ed

For a number of years I have been eager to see a program

offered in our College for gifted and talented students. The

result was the Q’ed Program introduced this year for students in

Years 5 to 7. This program offers these learners collaborative,

creative and challenging learning experiences with other

students who find learning new things a gift. The selected

students participated in weekly sessions conducted at the Senior

School to learn about learning and thinking to allow them to

grow and enjoy the challenging opportunity to explore “The Big

Question”.

LITEhouse learning is fun at Middle School, Highton

The Principal with excited students at the Q’ed Program

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Having the experience to present what they discovered along

the way to their peers and families at an exhibition at the

conclusion gave the students a place to share what they been

doing. The more significant benefit was what they have learned

about themselves as a learner. The broader influence and impact

of this program will also spread out and impact all students as

this program develops in coming years. It is planned that this

program will expand to 2 groups in 2012 to include students

from Year 5 to 9 with an online component.

Scholarships

This year the College introduced General Excellence Scholarships

at Years 5, 7 and 10. Applicants completed an examination and

interview process. Selected students received up to 50% toward

the cost of tuition fees. Scholarships were offered to both

external and internal applicants.

Australian Curriculum

The academic staff has commenced preparations for the

introduction of the Australian curriculum in 2013. The initial

subjects to be phased in will be English, Mathematics, History

and Science. The College is well positioned for this change to the

educational landscape.

Christian Education, caring for each other and others

The heart of our College is our focus on Christian Education.

Whether it has been in the classroom during formal lessons or

spending time each morning in Devotions, through listening to

guest speakers or friends in assembly or worship services, or

learning from and developing a relationship with the teaching

staff, our aim has been to encourage and nurture the Christian

faith of each of the students. Each of us has an individual walk

with our Lord and it is through the way that we each learn to

care for and love each other that we see Jesus at work.

This year we have also had many opportunities to show His love

to others through the community and service tasks that we have

undertaken to help bless others less fortunate than ourselves or

in need of our support and encouragement. This year has been

particularly tough with a number of sad family circumstances. It

is during these difficult times that a community can show its

strength through supporting those who need it.

It is in these ways that we continue to, ”Seek Ye First the

Kingdom of God”.

I am grateful to the staff, students and families for creating such

a wonderful community for us to enjoy. I wish to thank the

Heads of Campus, the College Executive and the Board for the

support and encouragement they provide to the Teaching and

Learning that blessed our students throughout 2011.

Glen McKeeman

Principal

Refugee Day makes the issue more relevant

for students

‘Prayer at the Pole’ for Senior School staff and students

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The Financial Year of 2011

On behalf of the Board members of Christian College, I am pleased to present to you the financial report for 2012. Being a “not for profit”

company means any surplus of funds can only be used for educational purposes. For 2011 we had a surplus of $2,925,953 across all

Campuses, however, the major part of this surplus is made up of grants from the Federal Government’s Building the Education Revolution

(BER) and the Digital Educational Revolution (DER) programs. The combination of these grants across all campuses for 2011 totalled

$2,043,953. Excluded grants the normal operating surplus for 2011 was $882,000. 2011 saw the last grant payment made under the Federal

Governments BER program. Over the period of the program from 2009 to 2011, a total of $5 million was received, $3 million for the Highton

Campus and $2 million for the Bellarine Campus.

In 2011 we completed the BER project at the Highton Campus, being the new Sports and Aquatic Centre, at a cost of $5.8 million and in early

2012 we completed the Bellarine Centre for Music, Sport and Performing Arts at a cost of $6 million. In addition to the grant funds additional

bank loans were obtain to complete these two projects.

DER funds were provided to enable students from Years 9 to 12 obtain better access to computer based technologies and the infrastructure

support needed to ensure access.

While the grant funds have greatly assisted us in providing much improved educational facilities, all the funds has been allocated to specific

capital projects. None of the funds provided can be used for recurrent purposes in conducting an educational program.

A breakdown of where our income and expenditure comes from is as follows:

Income

47.63% of our total income comes from Tuition Fees

36.76% of our total income comes from the Commonwealth Government Grants

9.29% of our total income comes from State Government Grants

4.64% of our total income comes from the Capital Works Levy

0.25% of our income comes from other fees and charges

1.43% of our income comes from Miscellaneous Sources

Expenditure

70.92% of all expenditure is spent on salaries and other staff expenditure such as staff entitlements and training

9.10% of all expenditure is spent on non capital educational expenses

6.49% of all expenditure is spent on depreciation, but this is a non cash payment

3.32% of all our expenditure is spent on administration

3.29% of all expenditure is spent on non capital buildings and grounds maintenance

2.51% of all expenditure is spent on operation costs on items such as insurance, electricity, telephone etc

4.37% of all our expenditure is spent on finance and leases

FINANCIAL REPORT Mr Chris Maddock

Business Manager

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Balance Sheet Items

With 87.78% of our total assets in land and buildings and our capital borrowings being 62.82% of all our total liabilities, parents can be

reassured there is substantial and sustainable long term security for Christian College.

Our overall net worth of Christian College is now $32,277,731 which is an increase of 29.79% on the previous year and is mainly attributed to

the increase in BER projects plus a revaluation of land buildings that occurred in 2011.

Key Capital Expenditure during 2011

Junior School

Refurbishment of toilets

Middle School

Replacement all stoves in Home Economics Room

3 Buses replaced

New equipment for Sports and Aquatic Centre

New camp huts at Back Creek

Bellarine

Upgrade new computer infrastructure including new wireless connections

New music equipment

Senior School

New laptop computers

Upgrade new computer infrastructure including new wireless connections

Major Projects Planned for 2012

Now that the BER projects have been completed at both Highton and Bellarine the emphasis will be on landscaping work around both the

Highton and Bellarine projects.

It is disappointing to report that not much progress has been achieved in gaining planning approval to build and commence a new Surf Coast

campus, however we are continuing to work with planning consultants and the Surf Coast Shire with the aim to address all planning matters.

At this stage we cannot give a clear timeframe when the Surf Coast campus will commence but be assured we will make the announcements

as soon as we are able.

I trust this gives you clear understanding of the Christian College’s current financial position.

Chris Maddock

Company Secretary

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Profit and Loss Statement as at 31 December 2011

Total Middle Junior Bellarine Senior Back Creek

Income

Tuition Fees 47.63% $12,738,396 $4,450,973 $1,191,542 $2,948,567 $4,147,314

Other Fees & Charges 0.25% $66,735 $28,765 $16,500 $16,500 $4,970

Grants - Commonwealth 36.76% $9,831,011 $3,112,227 $1,397,451 $2,634,361 $2,686,973

Grants - State 9.29% $2,485,736 $905,280 $290,000 $685,000 $605,456

Capital Works Levy 4.64% $1,241,489 $378,932 $179,654 $283,988 $398,916

Non Operational Income 1.43% $383,543 $141,312 $58,572 $65,970 $83,194 $34,495

100.00% $26,746,911 $9,017,489 $3,133,719 $6,634,386 $7,926,821 $34,495

Expenses

Salaries/Staff Entitlements 70.92% $18,344,065 $6,491,651 $2,228,897 $3,947,455 $5,676,062

Educational Expenses 9.10% $2,354,091 $1,201,789 $182,862 $390,594 $578,846

Building & Grounds 3.29% $851,587 $350,238 $165,081 $186,165 $150,103

Operational 2.51% $648,529 $326,968 $69,998 $97,545 $154,018

Finance & Lease 4.37% $1,129,154 $535,363 $9,953 $309,728 $258,712 $15,397

Depreciation 6.49% $1,679,129 $811,166 $75,319 $208,276 $567,681 $16,687

Administration & Other Costs 3.32% $858,356 $362,849 $78,917 $226,193 $187,987 $2,411

100.00% $25,864,910 $10,080,024 $2,811,027 $5,365,956 $7,573,409 $34,495

Surplus $882,000 -$1,062,535 $322,692 $1,268,430 $353,413 $0

Inter company transfers $0 $1,320,000 -$1,100,000 -$220,000

Operating Surplus $882,000 $257,465 $322,692 $168,430 $133,413 $0

Extra Ordinary Income $2,043,953 $1,215,228 $774,092 $54,632

Total Surplus $2,925,953 $1,472,694 $322,692 $942,522 $188,045 $0

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Balance Sheet as at 31 December 2011

Total Middle Junior Bellarine Senior Back Creek

Assets

Land & Building 87.78% $47,781,761 $15,906,761 $5,300,000 $13,100,000 $11,625,000 $1,850,000

Buses 0.94% $511,588 $331,366 $51,732 $128,490

Classroom Capital 3.75% $2,041,851 $1,085,665 $120,884 $274,367 $554,014 $6,921

Other Fixed Assets 3.99% $2,174,346 $1,233,097 $228,023 $129,716 $583,510

Debtors 0.65% $354,476 $103,738 $15,707 $94,888 $140,143

Inter Campus Assets 1.80% $977,333 $934,997 $51,189 -$8,853

Other Current Assets 1.09% $593,374 $205,481 $15,383 $218,920 $34,591 $119,000

Total Assets 100.00% $54,434,729 $19,801,105 $5,679,996 $13,920,811 $13,056,896 $1,975,921

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Liabilities

Supplier Creditors 6.07% $1,345,682 $738,861 $44,352 $211,306 $350,213 $950

Bank Overdraft 0.92% $204,512 $863,863 -$330,449 -$328,902

Capital Borrowings - Short Term 0.00% $0

Lease Finance - Short Term 3.11% $690,183 $541,577 $18,966 $25,477 $104,163

Leave Entitlements - Short Term 15.40% $3,412,902 $1,321,401 $366,448 $629,862 $1,095,191

Fees in Advance 2.88% $637,946 $219,492 $155,619 $197,472 $65,364

Capital Borrowings - Long Term 62.82% $13,919,298 $5,638,390 $5,320,830 $2,960,077

Lease Finance - Long Term 7.40% $1,639,590 $1,185,201 $88,146 $123,006 $243,238

Leave Entitlements - Long Term 1.39% $306,885 $115,961 $32,088 $87,601 $71,236

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$22,156,999 $10,624,746 $705,618 $6,265,104 $4,560,580 $950

Net Assets $32,277,731 $9,176,359 $4,974,378 $7,655,707 $8,496,316 $1,974,971

Inter company loans $0 -$1,830,031 $498,402 $319,004 $1,012,625

Net Assets as per accounts $32,277,731 $11,006,390 $4,974,378 $7,157,305 $8,177,312 $962,346

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Introduction

One of the many criticisms of current educational practice is that

it is still firmly entrenched in the industrial model of education

birthed out of the industrial revolution: one class of students

progressing through single teacher classrooms in preparation for

despatch to another educational conveyor belt or a job. Christian

College Geelong recognises that this model is redundant in the

technologically advanced, information rich age in which we exist.

Teaching and Learning are not disparate items, they are not the

responsibility of individuals yet they are focused on the

individual. Teaching and Learning have become complex,

collaborative processes aimed at meeting the varied capacities

and abilities of individuals. Teaching and Learning can happen

anywhere; it is responsive yet regulated, exciting yet purposeful,

cognitively demanding yet supportive. As Director of Teaching

and Learning – Systems my varied responsibilities are purposed

on assisting teachers and learners in their engagement in this

process called modern education. This year the exciting launch

of Q’ed, an innovative Gifted and Talented program, the

expansion of the Learning Support Services faculty and the

progressive development of the LITEhouse concept, have all

contributed to 2011 being an extremely busy yet successful year.

Enrichment and Enhancement

It is an expectation that all students within Christian College

classrooms will be provided with educational experiences which

have been tailored to meet their abilities. For students with high

potential this means that lesson content and assessment tasks

are structured to provide students with appropriate opportunity

for enrichment and enhancement. While this is a core

responsibility of all teachers, Christian College has also

recognised that the abilities and needs of Gifted and Talented

students are often more challenging to meet within classroom

parameters and to this end the Q’ed program was successfully

implemented this year.

Twenty-seven students from across the Bellarine and Highton

Middle Campuses, Years 5 to 7, met every Tuesday morning

during Terms Two and Three at the Senior Campus to engage in

an Inquiry based program centred on the exploration of a Big

Question: ‘How can I improve my world?’ The students were led

on a journey of self-discovery in relation to their own particular

learning style, their brain and their specific areas of passion

regarding the Big Question. The program culminated in an

Exhibition on the 6th September where each student presented

their response to the Big Question to varying, critical audiences

of students, staff and parents.

The inaugural Q’ed program was well received by students and

parents, and generated a growing interest amongst the staff.

The program successfully engaged the students, met our nine

foundational goals and provided insightful understandings of

how the program could and will be improved moving forward.

To this end planning is already underway for the new intake of

First Year Q’ed students in 2012, along with preparations for the

launch of the Second Year, Q’ed program which will be delivered

in an online format in 2012.

Scholarships

It was very exciting early in 2011 to be involved in our second

round of Academic Excellence Scholarships. Through a process of

testing using ACER Scholarship Tests, applications and

interviews, a very exciting group of students were offered

Scholarships at Bellarine, Highton and Senior Campuses for

2012.

LITEhouse

It was an extremely robust year for the Library and ICT staff

across the college as the two faculties merged and created the

new LITEhouse concept: Library and Information Technology

Education. This concept is founded upon the realisation that

digital technologies are now a fundamental component of the

educational experience of students at all ages and integral to the

resourcing of learning.

TEACHING & LEARNING - SYSTEMS

Mrs Roselyn Smith

Director of Teaching &

Learning—Systems

Q’ed program in progress at Senior School

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Learning ICT skills and applications and how to access, use and

acknowledge educational resources are all essential elements in

modern education but undoubtedly best taught embedded in

authentic learning episodes and in collaboration with other

teachers and learners. At the same time it is recognised that

engendering a love for and understanding of Literature and

providing domain specific ICT skill development remain

imperatives and hence quintessential aspects of the overall

LITEhouse program from Prep to Year 12.

LITEhouse education Year Prep to Year Four continued to be

provided in two separate streams of LITEhouse Library and

LITEhouse ICT. In these early years of education there are many

skills and much foundational knowledge required to provide the

building blocks for future learning.

Where opportunity for integration of Library and ICT skill

presented in the core learning areas, these were naturally used

to enhance the learning experience of the young students.

LITEhouse education in Years 5 to 9 was an area of huge change

and development. Despite the timetabling difficulties, the

inaugural year of this program was seen as successful and

worthwhile not just by the LITEhouse staff but by many

classroom teachers and students at both Bellarine and Highton

Middle Campuses.

Aside from specific Multimedia Electives at Years 8 and 9, Library

and ICT classes were taught in an integrated and collaborative

model. Students discovered themselves learning about note

taking skills as part of a Humanities lesson, Bibliographies in

Science, Search Engines in Christian Education, Excel in Health,

Mind Mapping tools in English, just to name a few examples. The

LITEhouse staff also endeavoured to introduce the students to

self-assessment techniques, goal setting and pre and post

evaluation.

LITEhouse education in Years 10 to 12 involved the staff more so

than the students this year as the newly blended team of Library

and ICT staff grappled with how the LITEhouse concept could

work best at Senior Campus and within the tight construct of

VCE expectations. Some excellent discussions and forward

planning transpired but additionally the LITEhouse faculty were

able to provide a sequence of two training evenings in IWB

technology which was seen to be very helpful by all the staff at

Senior Campus.

Learning Support Services

The Learning Support Services faculty experienced a fruitful year

as the blending of staff involved with Integration (Funded)

students and the staff involved with students with unfunded

learning difficulties continued to take shape as one faculty

united in service to our students, parents and staff.

Early in the year the faculty settled upon their new name,

Learning Support Services which then enabled definite policy

and protocol to commence development. A new Referral Form

was designed to provide an official protocol and record of

students who came to the attention of staff as requiring support

for their learning. Further data management processes were

developed throughout the year to ensure that current and

accurate information about all Integration and Learning Support

students was available at every campus.

Throughout the year the Learning Support Services staff

delivered special learning and support programs to students,

liaised with staff to modify classroom programs where

necessary, assisted with assessment and reporting

modifications, conducted Parent Support Group meetings,

accompanied students on excursions and camps, liaised with

medical professionals to organise assessments and feedback

sessions with students and their families, applied for

Government funding or refunding and provided professional

development for teachers of students with specific learning or

developmental difficulties.

Assessment and Reporting

We live in an age of high accountability and contingency

planning. Within the education sector, we are seeing an ever

increasing emphasis placed on the data derived from student

assessments. In many ways this is a positive for education as the

data can be a very rich source of feedback for students and

teachers as they negotiate appropriate curriculum pathways for

their students.

At Christian College we have established an assessment routine

for Years Prep to 12 which encompasses both internal and

external, diagnostic and standardised as well as formative and

summative assessment types.

Internally we have a range of assessment tools being used across

all subject areas to monitor and assess student progress. To

assist students to plan for and meet their own educational goals,

the learning areas are now employing rubrics. Additionally we

continue to conduct our own internal Standardised Testing

Program in fourth term each year.

A LITEhouse lesson at Middle School Highton

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A battery of ACER Standardised tests are used to check on the

progress of our students in Years 2 through to 9. (PATMaths,

PATScience, PATR – Spelling, PATR – Reading Comprehension,

ACER General Ability Tests.)

Externally we engage with the National NAPLAN Testing program

every May which provides us with very extensive data relating to

student progress, our curriculum and our assessment processes.

We are able to monitor our own performance as a school across

Literacy and Numeracy and compare our results to both State

and National figures. The data for 2011 was again very

informative, helping to confirm there are areas we need to focus

on and there are areas we need to celebrate our success in. For

example as a school we had already identified that Mathematics

was an area in need of review and the Naplan results confirm

there are some areas of need in this curriculum area. Conversely

since the introduction of our new DIPL program in Year Prep to

Year 6, our Naplan results have been showing exceptional

improvement in Spelling as well as Grammar and Punctuation.

While NAPLAN provides only a snapshot in time it is a helpful

addition to our assessment and reporting portfolio.

Our Academic Reports continue to be reviewed annually to

ensure they reflect our programs.

Curriculum Data Management

We are moving into yet another period of change in education as

the National Curriculum commences its slow infiltration into the

education systems of each State and Territory in Australia. From

2013 the core areas of Mathematics, English, History and Science

will be dictated by the National Curriculum.

In 2012, relevant Directors and Heads of faculty will perform an

audit of Christian College Curriculum in the areas of English,

Mathematics, History and Science. I will be working closely with

these leaders and the leadership of the college to monitor and

assess what changes will be necessary in order for our current

Academic Reporting system to meet funding obligations but also

to ensure that our Reporting processes are informative,

constructive and best practice. Depending on the outcome of

these discussions it may also be necessary to make some

modifications to our Term Planners which remain the

authoritative documentation of our curriculum.

Roselyn Smith

Director of Teaching and Learning – Systems

Students engrossed in the LITEhouse project at Bellarine Campus

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Overview

Considerations in the development of the national curriculum,

and specifically the national English curriculum, as articulated in

the National Curriculum Board document, “Shape of the

Australian Curriculum: English”, 2009, include the ‘…

appreciation that our society is growing in its complexity and

that Australians will need to interact in a global environment,

know how to learn, adapt, create and communicate effectively,

and interpret and use information more fluently and critically.’

The study of English plays an important role in developing these

skills. The National Curriculum Board document goes on to say,

‘Proficiency in English language affects how widely and how well

young people are able to improve their own wellbeing and the

wellbeing of their communities and their nation. Young

Australiians’ developing identities, the cultures they live in, and

their understanding of how identity and culture are connected,

are all shaped by the growing capabilities for which the English

curriculum takes a major responsibility.’

At Christian College, as we prepare to implement the National

Curriculum in English, it is important that all stakeholders –

students, teachers and parents – understand the importance of

competence and confidence in English within the context of the

‘big picture’ of developing our students to be truly effective and

contributing members of their local and global societies. Through

a variety of measures, the English Faculty is making a concerted

effort to increase the level of engagement, rigour and

expectation of student commitment, effort and performance;

this will continue to be a key area of focus into the future. In

2011, the English faculty adopted a series of aims and objectives

as steps in this process.

Aim 1: Encourage and promote continual drive toward

excellence in teaching and learning practice.

Objective 1.01: Develop strategic and effective approach to

professional development of teachers

Objective 1.02: Encourage effective use of relevant technologies

in teaching practice.

Objective 1.03: Constantly review programs to accommodate

differences in student learning styles and levels of ability.

The most significant development for the English Faculty in 2011

has been the emergence of a stronger ‘sense of faculty’ and

pride amongst teachers about the English program and what it

offers. This is seen as a critical ingredient for the most effective

development and delivery of the course and has been achieved

through:

active participation and collaboration of teachers in

regular meetings where the focus has been on matters of

teaching and learning and consistent improvements in

units of work and supporting resources

formalised opportunities to share learning and

experience through meetings focused on professional

development of teachers

participation and contributions to projects – text types,

spelling, web 2.0 – to be shared with teachers across all

faculties

centralising faculty office space for teachers at Senior

School

Rewards of this development have been seen in the readiness of

teachers to prepare and actively contribute at meetings and to

commit to sharing their experience and resources with

colleagues. While this provides a most effective means of

professional development, the strategy for alerting teachers to

upcoming external professional development opportunities of

particular interest has been continued; teachers report to have

found this a useful system.

ENGLISH Mrs Marion Nott

Director of English

Public Speaking at Senior School

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Further professional development was offered to teachers

through Christian College’s participation in the Australian

Government Quality Teaching Program, “Authentic use of Web

2.0 technologies in the classroom” offered through ISV. Twelve

teachers across Middle School, Bellarine and Senior School, and

representatives of a variety of faculties, participated formally in

the program while a number of others also attended ‘in house’

after school workshops. Participating teachers were introduced

to a range of web 2.0 tools that can be used as authentic

teaching resources in and beyond the classroom to enhance

learning and engagement. Teachers across levels in English have

begun using many of these tools in their ‘in class’ teaching and

as a homework requirement.

As part of this project, teachers also developed an action plan for

implementation, both from a personal perspective, and with a

view to sharing their learning and experience with colleagues at

their respective campuses and faculties. Introductory whole staff

workshops will be held at the beginning of 2012.

2011 also saw the commencement of a new practice in which

the Senior School English Faculty designated a formal planning

day, after the completion of the students’ school year, for each

year level. All English teachers, including three commencing in

2012, of the particular year level were in attendance. During

these meetings, comprehensive reviews of units of work along

with careful planning of key dates against the 2012 calendar,

were completed. This has allowed for much more effective

preparation for teachers and resources.

Aim 2: Achieve a sustained improvement in student

performance in internal and external assessments.

Objective 2.01: Develop a consistent approach to the teaching of

spelling and comprehension throughout the Middle School years.

Objective 2.02: Develop a consistent approach to the teaching of

writing (text types) across all faculties of Middle and Senior

school years.

Objective 2.03: Create opportunities for students from both ends

of the ability spectrum to participate in additional formal English

classes through the introduction of English Assistance Program

(2011) and Writers’ Workshop (2012) at Year 10.

Changes have been made in course outlines to accommodate the

CARS and STARS programs. These resources, which have been

introduced through Years 5 to 8, provide clear diagnosis of

student ability across a range of comprehension strategies and

allow for targeted and differentiated teaching for specific and

individual areas of weakness. The consistency of the program

across these year levels allows for a shared language and

understanding of the strategies that make up comprehension.

Through a funding grant received from ISV, in 2011 the English

faculty engaged a spelling consultant to work with representative

teachers from Years 7, 8 and 9 from Bellarine and Middle

Schools. Informed by the DIPL program used in Primary years,

this group created a document, “A multi strategy approach to

spelling and literacy”, which provides a flexible approach to

spelling based on student diversity in the ways they learn to

spell, and accommodates differentiation in the teaching of

spelling.

Presentation at Legacy Public Speaking Awards

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This document was also designed to provide a resource for

teachers across all faculties for their active engagement in

teaching and reinforcing student spelling. Participating teachers

from Bellarine will introduce the document to teachers at staff

meetings at Middle, Senior and Bellarine Campuses early in

2012.

Both the Spelling document and the Text Type document will be

introduced to all new teachers who are joining the Christian

College staff in 2012 during their Orientation Day in January.

A further grant through ISV in 2011 enabled the school to

provide extra and individualised English instruction for Year 10

students who were identified by teachers as experiencing

difficulties in class. Throughout second semester, these students

worked for one period a week in small groups of 2 to 4, in a

tutorial situation, on areas of the curriculum they found

challenging. These students also participated in two excursions

to Melbourne where they drew on their observations and

feelings as inspiration for writing, as well as spending a day at

school working with professional actors in a program designed to

develop strategies and confidence in public speaking.

A proposal to offer Writers’ Workshop as an elective at Year 10

was approved and 34 students have taken this up in 2012.

Aim 3: Establish greater efficiencies in resourcing of

teachers and students.

Objective 3.01: Further develop efficient and effective storage

and sharing of resources.

The move of Senior School teachers into a centralised office has

enabled the setting up of a filing system in which resources for

each Year level can be stored for ready access by all English

teachers.

Plans are also underway for the development of a single student

resource book for each level which will minimise photocopying,

ensure all teachers and students are working from the same

resource and maximise efficiency. Possibilities of implementing

similar systems are being investigated at other campuses.

Aim 4: Raise the profile of English and related skills and

activities across the College.

Objective 4.01: Develop and promote more widely the range of

opportunities for students to participate in English related

activities and competitions held within and outside the school.

With so many varied opportunities for students to engage at

Christian College, it is seen as important to actively promote

opportunities and nurture students who might take advantage of

English related experiences.

Competition Success

In 2011, Christian College again held public speaking

competitions at Highton and Senior School Campuses with

winners receiving generous awards from the College. Two Senior

School students (Year 11 and Year 12) participated in the regional

VCAA Plain English Speaking Award with the Year 12 student

achieving second place. A Year 10 student participated in the

Lions Youth of the Year Awards at Torquay. A Year 9 Middle

School student competed in the Legacy Public Speaking

Competition in Geelong and went on to qualify for the state

competition in which she attained second place. Her

performance at the Middle School Awards Night demonstrated

her ability to speak confidently and engage a large audience.

Over 20 Year 6 students participated in a day coordinated by the

Debating Association of Victoria in which they learnt the

structure and skills involved in debating.

Students from Years 8, 9 and 10 at Middle and Senior Schools

competed successfully in the Victorian Debating Association

Interschool Debating Competition and a number went on to

participate in the Middle School Public Speaking Club.

Students at Bellarine participated in a Book Club and both

Bellarine and Highton students competed in the Victorian

Readers Cup and Premiers Challenge Reading competitions.

Writers’ Workshop electives were greatly appreciated by Year 9

students at both Bellarine and Highton with two classes of

students choosing to take up the Writers’ Workshop offered for

the first time to Year 10 students in 2012.

Marion Nott

Director of English

Middle School Debating in progress.

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During 2011 the Mathematics faculty had 41 staff from Years 5

to 12 involved in teaching Mathematics.

Adding to the strong base curriculum 2011 saw the College

involved in some additional schemes.

ICT Initiatives

The Mathematics faculty continued to utilize the resource

‘Mathletics’ within our Middle Schools. This online resource is

used as a supplement, homework tool, test creator, extension

and remedial support tool and more. Teachers use the resource

on a weekly basis and it has proven to be an engaging means of

connecting students with Mathematics through the digital world.

Students’ skills are enhanced through the motivational nature of

this program.

Students from Years 8 to 12 continued their use of

‘Mathsonline’, a resource developed by Australian Mathematics

teachers. This was used to support the strong teaching and

learning occurring in classrooms by providing students with

online tutorials and support, as well as additional skills and

analysis based tasks.

The purchase of interactive white boards has added a new

dimension to the tools of teaching used in the Mathematics

faculty, and these were integrated into the teaching and learning

environments of the classroom. Staff continued to improve

their knowledge and skills with this exciting technology, and the

benefits of engagement amongst both staff and students has

been evident. As confidence and competence progress the

benefits of this resource will continue to increase.

Communities both within the College and externally have been

formed, enhancing and enriching the Mathematics teaching and

learning experience .

By the end of 2011, the majority of our Mathematics classrooms

at the Senior Campus were equipped with interactive

whiteboards or short throw projectors.

Competitions and Excursions

The mathematical skills of around 200 Year 10 students from 20

secondary schools were put to the test during the annual Deakin

University Mathematics Challenge. Christian College entered

two teams of 5 students from Year 10, with these students

competing in four different challenges, combining skill and

application to solve problems.

Our students achieved with excellence with Liam Salamy and

Jack Jiggens tied for the 6th placed student overall. Our teams

worked well together for excellent overall results of 4th and 5th

on the day.

Our Year 9 Maths Challenge students and hand selected high

achieving students in Year 8 had a worthwhile excursion to

Victoria University, Footscray Campus. They took part in some

model making and engineering activities. This competition is

similar to the Deakin University competition and it provided a

wonderful opportunity for members of different schools to

exchange ideas on learning and teaching mathematics and to

demonstrate their mathematical knowledge and skill. It was also

an opportunity for our students to explore the variety of careers

available from studying Mathematics and to encourage students

to go on to study Mathematics at tertiary level.

Senior School Courses

In 2011 several mathematical courses were on offer to students

at the Senior School campus. 40 Year 10 students participated in

the Acceleration Program, with 20 students studying the Units 1

and 2 General Mathematics course, and 20 students studying

the Units 1 and 2 Mathematical Methods course. This was the

first year that Units 1 and 2 Mathematical Methods was offered

at the Year 10 level. This venture has been very successful, and

will see the majority of these students go on to study Units 3 and

4 Mathematical Methods in 2012. Twenty Year 10 students

were also enrolled to study Units 1 and 2 Foundation

Mathematics, where they completed a course of real-life, hands-

on Mathematics.

Sixty Year 11 students completed the acceleration program Units

3 and 4 Further Mathematics. Three Units 3 and 4 courses were

offered to students - Further Mathematics, Mathematical

Methods and Specialist Mathematics. The strong teaching and

learning practices and the various engaging opportunities with

the Mathematics faculty are attributed to the professionalism

and commitment of Christian College staff.

Luke Feldman

Director of Mathematics

MATHEMATICS Mr Luke Feldman

Director of Mathematics

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We have enjoyed a range of activities in the Christian College

Languages program in 2011, which have provided our students

with many opportunities to develop not only their language

skills, but also to broaden their understanding of Japanese and

Indonesian people, culture and customs.

The focus of our faculty is on the teaching and learning of

Japanese and Indonesian and also helping our students to

develop an appreciation of and respect for social, cultural and

religious diversity as well as a sense of global citizenship.

Our exchange program is a foundation of the Languages program

and next year is the 20th year of our exchange with Naga Senior

High School in Japan and the 16th year of our exchange with

SMA Negeri 2 in Mataram, Indonesia.

Study Tours

In 2011 our Senior students and parents participated in a study

tour to Lombok in April and the group was able to experience

the lifestyle of Indonesia through a cultural program in Bali and

Ubud as well as visiting our Twin School in Lombok.

The students were able to practise speaking Indonesian every

day and also gained valuable insights into Indonesian family and

school life. In the future we hope to further develop our

exchange program to Indonesia and by offering an assistant

program for Christian College graduates at SMA Negeri 2

Mataram.

Senior School Indonesian students also participated in a two

week study tour to Malaysia in June and July and were able to

experience city and rural life in Malaysia including visits to

schools, National Parks, an Orangutan conservation centre and

an Iban tribe longhouse.

The students and staff ‘home stayed’ in a traditional Malay

village. The students were able to learn about Malay culture and

also had many opportunities to speak Indonesian.

Student Exchanges

We had a visit from our Japanese Sister School Naga High School

in July and August and the 14 students and 2 staff enjoyed their

2 weeks based at the Senior School.

The Japanese students studied English everyday and greatly

enjoyed visits to ‘Back Creek’, Bellarine, Middle and Junior School

campuses.

They also visited Narana Aboriginal Centre and joined some

Senior School classes. Some long lasting friendships were made

between the Japanese students and their host families.

We welcomed Bronte Alexander home from 6 months long term

exchange to Japan in June and we have hosted a long term

exchange student from Naga High School, Ruka Iwawaki this year.

We will be sending 2 students, Benjamin Stewart and Darcy

Whitworth to Naga High School in January 2012 for a long term

exchange.

Seven Year 9 and two Year 10 Japanese students were selected

for interviews for the JENESYS exchange program to Japan.

Winners of this prestigious scholarship participate in a two week

study tour to Japan in December. Jacob Petkovic, Year 12 was

shortlisted for the Indonesian Independence Day scholarship. He

completed an interview in Indonesian and wrote an essay in

Indonesian about Australian Indonesian relations.

Three years ago we commenced a new assistant program for

Christian College and Naga High school graduates. Natsumi

Yamamoto has been our language assistant this year. Natsumi

has assisted with the Japanese program at Junior and Middle

School. Takaya Hirakawa has also been a volunteer assistant with

the Japanese program this year.

LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH Mrs Carol Milton-Garner

Director of L.O.T.E.

Learning cultural music in Indonesia

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Language Speech Contests

As part of our teaching and learning focus we have been

encouraging students to participate in Christian College and

State level speech contests. We were delighted with the

excellent standard and enthusiasm of our students who

participated in the different campus speech contests. We

selected students to participate in the JLTAV and VILTA state wide

Japanese and Indonesian speech contests and our students

received impressive results. From Junior School, Tess O’ Neil and

Darcy Aylen won 1st prize in the Years 4 to 6 Open Japanese

division and Lin Nakayama won the 3rd prize in the Primary

Open division. In the Geelong region Indonesian speech contest

Christopher Bottrell and Lydia Mackie both won 1st prizes and

Lydia Mackie won 3rd prize in the Victorian State final.

‘Languages Matter’ Forum

We held a ‘Languages Matter’ forum on Tuesday 16th August in

the Middle School Chapel. This forum highlighted the

educational and vocational benefits of Language study and

fourteen Christian College graduates spoke about their LOTE

journeys.

The forum provided parents and students with information

about University courses which include LOTE studies and also

exchange, study and employment opportunities.

Juniors Japanese Day

On the 21st of September a Japanese day was held at Bellarine

Campus Junior School for Prep to Year 4. The day featured a

Japanese Kendo demonstration and the students also

participated in a variety of activities including Japanese cooking,

origami, calligraphy and Japanese games. In addition the ICT and

LOTE faculty worked together to provide a Japanese ICT activity

on the day.

Carol Milton-Garner

Director of L.O.T.E – teaching and learning

Naga High students make new friends at Christian College

Award winners in the Japanese speaking contest

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Classroom Music

The classroom music program has seen a very comprehensive

offering of core and elective classes across the College

campuses. We have had accelerated classes of VCE Music in

Years 10 and 11 as well as a class completing the new ‘Music

Investigation’ VCE study in Year 12. The VCE Unit 3, 4 classes

have had class recital nights in the Chapel at the Highton Middle

School where they have shared a small part of their program

with family and friends.

Instrumental Music Lessons

2011 has seen over 650 students electing to study Instrumental

Music with weekly lessons happening across the campuses and

48 instrumental staff giving specialist tutorage. This has meant a

fantastic level of involvement in the extra curricula ensemble

program offered at Christian College with over 30 regularly

rehearsing ensembles making music weekly and taking part in

camps, tours, competitions, and performances both within the

College and in the wider community. As well, regular solo

performance recitals have been held across all campuses

providing the opportunity for students to perform for family and

friends.

The Bands, Choirs, String Orchestras and instrumentalists have

played an active role in supporting events in the life of the

College including worship services, ceremonies and celebrations.

Many student soloists have completed examinations with the

Australian Music Examinations Board from Preliminary Grade

through to the Associate of Music Performance Diploma.

Students have also competed in scholarship competitions and

Rotary Club talent competitions with many winning prizes and

recognition for their fine musicianship.

Music Camps

In September this year, the combined Middle Schools Music

Camp involved 165 students from the Bellarine and Highton

Campuses in choirs, strings and bands. Held at Camp Wilkin and

Burnside in Anglesea, the students rehearsed new material in

preparation for their end-of-year performances. At this camp the

Highton and Bellarine Middle School groups combined to form

one large Concert Band, Choir and String Orchestra as well as a

Guitar Ensemble. This event is not just a music camp; it is also a

fantastic way for students to make friendships across different

campuses and year levels. The students enjoyed a variety of

recreational activities as well deserved breaks from music

making.

Senior Rehearsal Camp sees the most senior ensembles at

Christian College depart from their Campus environs for

intensive tutorials and rehearsals in late June. This year the

Senior Wind Symphony, Strings, Choir and Stage Bands travelled

to Rutherford Park near Daylesford for a six day camp where the

students played for an average of five hours a day. The students

relish the opportunity to be away and immerse themselves in

their chosen pieces for the forth coming competitions.

MUSIC Mrs Fiona Gardner

Director of Music

Performing at the Royal Melbourne Hospital

Guitar group at the Middle School Music Camp

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The games challenge night is always a definite highlight of this

annual event with students learning more about themselves and

band friends through team games and challenges.

Both the Middle School and Senior Music Camps see the Music

Department engage not only our regular staff but also the

services of professional performing musicians from places such

as Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Victorian Opera and various

tertiary institutions to tutor and motivate the students. Both

staff and students find it inspiring to have the opportunity to

work with people with such fantastic expertise from ‘outside’

our program.

College Ensemble Competitions and Festivals

The Melbourne School Bands and Strings festival is held at

Monash University each year. Bands and orchestras play for an

adjudication panel and are rated against set criteria for an

award; they also take part in a tutorial and workshop. The

Christian College ensembles find this experience a great

opportunity to develop and refine their musicianship. Many of

our groups received the highest rating possible from the panel as

well as recordings of their performance for review. The Bellarine

Concert Band, Senior Wind Symphony and Senior String

Orchestra all achieved Gold awards at the Festival.

During August the Junior School Strings, Choir and Dancers

performed at the Geelong Schools’ Music and Movement

Festival in the Ford Theatre at GPAC. For many of the students it

was their first public performance and was a tremendous

experience being in a professional theatre.

Royal South Street Competition in Ballarat provides our College

ensembles and soloists with the most prestigious eisteddfod

environment in which to compete. We have had a fantastic year

at Royal South Street this year with many students and groups

gaining places in hotly contested sections.

Performance highlights are many including the following First

Places being awarded:

Jamie Parker, Year 11 - First place in 3 solo sections U18

String Solo, VCE String Solo & Open Age String Solo

Georgia Williams, Year 12 – First Place in VCE Woodwind

Solo & Open Age Woodwind Solo

Clare Duck, Year 12 – First Place in U18 Woodwind Solo

Bella Winter, Year 8 – First Place in U13 Woodwind Solo

Alex Jeantou, Year 8 – First Place in the U13 & U 15 Brass

Solo

Will Crowther, Year 8 – First Place in the U 18 Brass Solo

Katelyn Shirley, Year 11 – First Place in the VCE Brass

Solo

Jordan Antonelli, Year 12 – First Place in the Open

Percussion Solo

Ella Rowsthorn, Year 8 – First Place U14 Piano Solo

Chelsea Jones and Grace Law ,Year 6 – First Place U12

Piano Duet

Courtney Miller, Aiden Hodge and David De Vlugt, Year

11 – First Place VCE Classical Ensemble

Kosta Karatenislis and Lachlan Smith – First Place U 18

Instrumental Duet

Stacey Harwood, Laura Pelchen and Rhiannon Irving,

Year 11– First Place in U20 Small Instrumental Group

Our Senior Wind Symphony also won the very

prestigious advanced Concert Band Section to cap off a

great month of competition.

Community Performance

The Senior Choir and their Director Ms Barnett have represented

the College on a number of occasions at significant events such

as the Vietnam Veteran’s service, the Geelong Schools ANZAC

service at the Johnstone Park Memorial and a Geelong

Australian Citizenship Ceremony at the Council Offices.

The Highton Middle School choir performed at BMW Edge in

Federation Square for the Melbourne Festival of Choirs and had

the opportunity to work with Dr Jonathan Welch and the

Australian Voices with Gordon Hamilton. As well they have

performed at the Belmont Elderly Citizen Centre, providing

entertainment for the Senior Citizens.

Woodwind soloists at Royal South Street Competitions

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Junior School Choirs and Strings have experienced community

performances at the Drysdale Kindergarten and Marysville

nursing home.

The Senior School has been represented by soloists and chamber

ensembles throughout the year at a huge range of events; these

have provided the students with valuable performance

experience but also allowed them to share their gifts with others

in the community and experience the satisfaction in providing

service to others, particularly in being able to support charity

fundraising events.

James Morrison Workshop

We were fortunate to have the opportunity to host Australia’s

most prominent jazz artist James Morrison in the Middle School

Highton Chapel for a jazz/ brass demonstration and workshop.

Students from schools throughout our region visited and took

part in a great afternoon of music as well as having the

opportunity to meet James Morrison and be amazed at his

incredible performance technique.

House Music Performances

Deakin University’s Costa Hall was the venue for this year’s

Senior School House Music Competition. The Senior School

became a frenzy of House choir and ensemble practices leading

up to the hotly contested House Music Competition. This event

sees the entire Senior School Student body perform as a part of

their respective House Choirs.

Each house also provided a soloist and two ensembles. Burrows

House was victorious in 2011 winning Best House Choir with

their rendition of the ABBA chart ‘Voulez Vous’ and as well

overall House Music Champions. Flynn House small ensemble

won the Principal’s Award with an outstanding rendition of the

‘Four Chord Song’ featuring the talents of Ben McCarthy, Year 11

and Charlie Mackie, Year 11. Alex Spicer, Year 12 of Burrows

House was awarded Champion House Soloist with his

entertaining drum solo.

The Annual Music Evening

An outstanding night of performances was held at Costa Hall on

Thursday October 13th. It gave over 400 Christian College

student musicians the opportunity to perform for a large

audience in a world class concert hall style venue. The acoustics

of the Costa Hall allowed all bands, string groups and choral

performers to show off the best of their performance pieces

learnt throughout the year. The concert featured a consistently

outstanding level of student musicianship.

For the first time the Concert Finale was a College Symphony

Orchestra conducted by College Strings teacher, Mr Ben Castle.

The orchestra gave our string, wind and percussion players the

chance to shine while performing Danse Bacchanale from the

opera “Samson and Delilah” by Camille Saint Saëns. The music

staff would like to congratulate all students involved for their

contribution and commitment to the College Ensemble Program

throughout 2011.

Fiona Gardner

Director of Music – teaching and learning

James Morrison signs autographs at the Middle School Workshop

Combined Novice Stage Bands at the Music Evening

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A Broad Brushstroke

In 2011 the Art, Technology and Design (ATD) Faculty provided

Prep to Year 12 students at Christian College with a broad and

engaging program which included access to a range of subjects

and inspiring learning experiences.

Formal subject offerings in the ATD Faculty in 2012 included

Visual Art, Two Dimensional Art, Three Dimensional Art, Design

and Technology: Materials, Design and Technology: Textiles, Food

and Technology, Systems Engineering, Visual Communication and

Design, Photography and Studio Arts.

Opportunities for enrichment extending beyond the classroom

were also made available to students studying within the faculty.

These included excursions, exhibitions, enhancement tasks,

performances, research studies, workshops, studio visits,

competitions, parades, collaborative group projects and

presentations. Students were inspired by the VCE Season of

Excellence, viewing Top Arts, Top designs and Top Screens and

additional exhibitions viewed were at the National Gallery of

Victoria, Australian Centre for the Moving Image, Ian Potter

Gallery for Australian Art and Geelong Gallery. Students studying

Food and Technology also visited working restaurants and

viewed lectures and food preparation demonstrations.

Staff members were also challenged to continue exploring

differentiation strategies within their classrooms to better

respond to the individual needs of their students. Students have

also been encouraged to set their own personal learning goals

and to reflect on their own journeys as learners in the ATD

Faculty.

Faculty Growth and Development

The Art Technology and Design five year strategic plan achieved

the growth projection anticipated for 2011 with the successful

provision of Year 12 Media, Year 11 Design and Technology:

Textiles, and Year 10 Food and Technology.

Our new Middle School Photography unit also proved to be a

popular choice with students in Year 9. This subject was aimed

primarily at enhancing students’ photography skills to prepare

them for folio annotation and production in a range of faculty

subjects offered at the senior level.

‘Villa Paloma’ Senior Art, Technology and

Design Centre

Staff members at the Villa Campus have continued to develop

and respond to the needs and interests of a growing number of

senior students. A focus on the areas of collaborative problem

solving and the hybridization of relevant knowledge and skills

has led many students to successfully achieve the Victorian

Certificate of Education who may have otherwise have left the

College to explore VET, VCAL or apprenticeship options.

Students from the Junior and Middle schools have also been

encouraged to attend the Villa to gain an insight into what is on

offer at the campus. Students in the lower year levels have

enjoyed viewing the senior students at work in the unique Villa

environment with its inspiring open plan studios and workshops.

ART, TECHNOLOGY & DESIGN

Mrs Merinda Kelly

Director of Art,

Design & Technology

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Further Study, Vocational Pathways and Life-

long Learning

The Art, Technology and Design faculty team has also worked

strategically to develop a plan which clearly identifies potential

pathways through the faculty from Prep to Year 12. Our school-

based research has indicated that many students and their

parents are largely unaware of the expanding vocational

opportunities which exist in the creative industries in the 21st

century; knowledge which can be very helpful when addressing

future subject selection. In response to this need, we

supplemented our faculty pathways document with a series of

subject specific brochures, which were made available in 2011

for student and parental reference.

Aimed at enhancing knowledge of relevance to further study and

vocational possibilities beyond the College, this information

helped to inform decision making and forward planning for many

College families.

In 2011 we maintained our focus on willingly supporting

students keen to explore further study and vocational options of

relevance to particular areas of study within the ATD faculty.

In doing so, we continued also to acknowledge that ATD studies

are life enhancing and enriching in their own right, even if not

continued at higher levels of study. In approaching the selection

of electives, we have encouraged students to identify areas of

genuine interest and authentic enjoyment.

We have also focused on making explicit the additional skills of

great value that ATD studies offer young people of the 21st

century. These include increased abilities in creative thinking,

communication, personal awareness and expression, community

engagement and a love of life-long learning. Our subjects offer

students opportunities to engage in explorations and creative

processes which include stages such as investigating,

researching, questioning, recording, trialling, creating and

making, refining, justifying, critiquing and evaluating.

Exhibition and Presentation Opportunities

Our annual Art, Technology and Design Extravaganza was again a

great success attended by a record number of visitors from the

College community and beyond. Exhibiting in this show enabled

many students to fulfil the final requirement of the creative

process in ‘presenting’ their work to a viewing audience.

Many students studying various ATD faculty subjects across the

campuses also successfully exhibited work in an additional range of

contexts.

Food and Technology students in Years 6, 7 and 8 from the

Bellarine Campus won first prize in the Home Economics Victoria

Food Design Challenge with their pancakes, lite chicken spincotta

delight and beehive muffins. Students in Year 5 Food and

Technology took out second prize with their Crepe Tropicaux using

healthy ingredients.

Year 7 boys at the Bellarine campus won first prize in the Nutrition

Australia Competition, with their short movie based on a healthy

lunchbox.

Students from Bellarine and Highton won various prizes in a

number of food related categories at the Geelong Show.

Junior school students had some of their wonderful artworks

selected for the Geelong Hospital Mental Health exhibition and for

the Ballyhoo shop front display.

Independent Schools Victoria selected an unprecedented number

of works from Prep to Year 12 for their 2011-2012 exhibition

programs. These items included ceramic sculptures, an animation,

artists’ books, mixed media portraits, papier mache dolls and

sculptures made of recycled materials.

Several of these items remain on display at ISV offices and at the

Shell Gallery in Melbourne.

Selected VCE artworks were included in the Shearer’s Arms Gallery

VCE exhibition and our students were again awarded highly.

At the end of 2011 we were also thrilled to hear that one of our

Studio Arts students was selected for the exceptional honour of

inclusion in the 2012 VCE Season of excellence Top Arts Exhibition

at the Ian Potter Centre at Federation Square. This student also

successfully achieved a place in the fine art drawing degree at the

Victorian College of the Arts.

Students in Systems Engineering successfully represented the

College once again in the State Model Solar Car Championships at

Science Works in 2011. We had one model placed in the top eight

and eight cars placed in the top sixteen which was a wonderful

effort, proving that our students have the ability to successfully

demonstrate their problem solving and innovative thinking skills. A

College team was also selected to represent Australia in the

National Solar Model Car championships.

Juniors display their artwork in Dance

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Students in Year 9 Visual Communication and Design at the

Middle School campus participated in a unit of work which was

reflective of an authentic design process in industry. This

involved the school as the ‘client’ requiring a design for the 2012

Christian College student diary. Students engaged in a rigorous

design process to develop a range of potential options. One of

the designs was selected for the 2012 Student Diary cover.

Each campus this year was represented in the wearable art

section of the ATD Extravaganza. Students from Kindergarten to

Year 12 proudly contributed as models and makers of a creative

collection of wearable art and costumes. At a campus level, the

Senior School House Wearable Art Parade proved that it is not

only sporting excellence that wins highly sought after House

points.

At the end of Term three, an arts based enrichment program for

Year 9 students was conducted at the Middle School. Acclaimed

indigenous author, Boori ‘Monty’ Pryor, worked with students to

explore literature, dance and art making. Students created

numerous artworks which were exhibited in the Extravaganza

and Monty himself was very impressed with the quality of work

produced by our students.

We continue to work on our Sustainable Art Project at the

Middle School. This involves the collection and transformation of

recycled materials to develop new and exciting artworks. New

meanings are also formulated throughout this ongoing project,

as students gain a new appreciation for discarded and ‘used’

materials.

A Teaching and Learning Community

The ‘Villa’ has hosted meetings, workshops and staff professional

development sessions for school based and professional subject

associations. The Geelong Arts Alliance and Design and

Technology teachers Association attended visits/workshops at

the Villa in 2011.

Staff members in the faculty have also been involved in refining

health and safety protocols and procedures across the year levels

and subjects to ensure the ongoing safety of staff and students.

The introduction of the OnGuard OH & S program has been a

major component of this initiative and faculty staff members

have been receiving ongoing support and professional

development as we strive to fully implement this program at the

College.

Overall, 2011 was a highly productive year for the ATD Faculty.

Staff members at all campuses have demonstrated ongoing

passion and dedication to their work. We all look forward to

another highly productive year as we proceed with our planning

and preparation for the coming year. We are pleased with the

growth at the Villa Paloma campus and look forward to further

development of the faculty strategic plan with the roll out of

Year 12 Textiles and Year 11 Food and Technology in 2012.

Merinda Kelly

Director of Art, Technology and Design

Wearable Art display at the Arts Extravaganza

Success in Food Technology Competition

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Christian College actively promotes, educates and encourages

students and staff to live a healthy and active lifestyle. The

Sports Association, which encompasses the Physical Education,

Health Education and Sport Departments, is responsible for the

delivery of the programs to achieve this aim.

During 2011 all departments have continued to undergo a

transition as we strive to meet our ultimate goal of improving

the knowledge, understanding, skills and general health of all

students and staff within the College.

Physical Education

Physical Education plays an important role, providing the

foundations for children to develop the necessary skills,

strategies and confidence to participate in a range of familiar

and unfamiliar activities. Once the confidence to participate is

gained students have the opportunity to experience a wide and

varied range of sports.

The teachers of Physical education continue to refine their

lessons to deliver active, engaging and thought provoking

lessons. Lessons are designed to develop a deeper

understanding of the physical and conceptual components

within each unit.

The teaching of Health covers many issues and relies on the

teacher to engage students in a way that they feel comfortable

and confident to share their thoughts and opinions on paper and

orally. Health units are constantly reworked and refined to

ensure students are delivered units that are relevant and

engaging.

At the VCE level the Health & Physical Education department has

placed a greater emphasis on improving study techniques and

preparation for examinations. Comprehensive reviews of past

results have led to greater variety when delivering content.

Sport

House Carnivals

The students’ enthusiasm, skill and enjoyment are key features

of the Annual House Carnivals in swimming, athletics and cross

country. Students embrace House spirit, dressing in House

colours, cheering and chanting as House members compete.

They enjoy the thrill of victory and are disappointed when they

lose.

As the House Competition is the ‘stepping stone’ to Inter School

representation in Athletics, Swimming and Cross Country, the

level of commitment, effort and determination displayed by

students striving for selection is high.

At the Senior Campus the DC Riddle Cup for House Competition

was won by Flynn House, narrowly defeating Burrows House.

The Bellarine Campus saw Flynn House take out both awards,

winning both the Middle and Junior School trophies. At Highton

Middle School, Taylor House took out the shield whilst Burrows

House were the victors at Junior School Belmont.

Team Achievements 2011

At GISSA level the College representative Cross Country and

Track’n’Field teams continued their dominance. Our Senior

teams won the Girls Swimming, Boys & Girls Athletics, Boys &

Girls Soccer, Boys AFL, Boys Cricket, Mixed Tennis and Girls

Netball. The Junior teams won the Boys Cricket, Girls Softball,

Mixed Water Polo and Boys Volleyball competitions.

The Girls Surf League team continued their outstanding recent

results placing Runner Up at the State Finals.

For the first time the College Surfing team made the Rip Curl

Final (the Victorian Final) placing a creditable 3rd.

Christian College Boys Netball teams are gaining a reputation as

strong and competitive performers across all levels. The Senior

and Junior teams made the Victorian Schools State Grand Final,

to go down narrowly against all boys schools from Melbourne.

Third place at the Victorian Schools Sailing Regatta, by the 2011

College Sailing team, was the best place a Christian College team

has recorded.

SPORT & PHYSICAL EDUCATION Mr Jonathon Ryan

Director of Sport

House Athletics at Landy Field

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Individual Sporting Success

The following individuals made State Teams or State Finals in

their chosen sport:

Michaela Caldow (Year 8) represented Victoria at the

National Schools Swimming Championships

Montana Jones (Year 6) represented Victoria at the

National Cross Country Championships.

Grace Campagnolo and James Arthur (Year 6) progressed

to the State Final of the School Sport Victoria Golf

Championships

Cody Robinson (Year 9) won the Victorian Schools

Surfing U16 title. Jamie Powell was a finalist in the U19

event.

Hannah McCoach (Year 12), Tegan Benic (Year 12),

Felicity Mawson (Year 12), Sarah Collier (Year 12) &

Alison Collier (Year 9) placed 1st in the Champion Female

Coxed Quad Scull at the School Sport Victoria Rowing

Regatta. Joshua Pelchen (Year 10) was 1st in the A Final

Single Scull and Tegan Benic & Hannah McCoach were

1st in the Champion Female Double Scull.

Tori Fair (Year 4) represented Victorian at the National

Schools Equestrian Championships.

Georgia Quick (Year 5) made the School Sport Victoria

State Final in Cross Country, as did Breella Case (Year 4),

Sam DeFrancesco (Year 4), Euan Spikers (Year 5), Bonnie

Lee Burley (Year 6), Callum Ward (Year 5), Corey Watson

(Year 5) & Angus Williams (Year 5) in Track n Field.

Simon Harrington (Year 9) was victorious in the Victorian

Schools Mountain Bike Championships.

Year 7 student Jakara Anthony spent Term 3 in the

Mountains. Her training and dedication paid off with a

win in the Division 3 Moguls at the National Interschools

Skiing Championships.

College Awards

From Years 5 to 12 a Sportsman and Woman are awarded at the

Bellarine Campus, Middle School and Senior School.

We congratulate the following students on winning this award:

Bellarine: Gina Macleod (Year 8) & Mason Spikers (Year 7)

Middle School: Millie Holding (Year 9) & Billy Gecsek (Year 6)

Senior School: Ricci Curtis (Year 10) & Reagan Peart (Year 10)

Students who perform well across two Primary and three

Secondary sports at representative level are recognized by the

Sports Association with the Dove Award.

Congratulations to Montana Jones (Year 6), Sam DeFrancesco

(Year 4), Steven Case (Year 4), Ashley Caldwell (Year 11),

Cameron Findlay (Year 12), Brett Findlay (Year 12), Jacob Sharp

(Year 10), Lachlan Mansfield (Year 10), Ricci Curtis (Year 10),

Katie Holding (Year 12) on winning the Award in 2011.

Club Sport

At Club level Christian College offers students the opportunity to

participate in Basketball, Netball and Equestrian.

Basketball is a popular sport with 40 teams and 299 players

playing for the Christian College Eagles. Under the guidance of

Head Basketball Coach, Jamie O’Loughlin the club has developed

a reputation as the place to play, especially at the Junior level.

Club training for Geelong teams has moved to the new Sport and

Aquatic Centre at Middle School Highton, with Bellarine teams

also moving to the new Bellarine Centre once opened. Each

Centre provides the Club with a ‘home’ and will make

communication, training and the promotion of Basketball easier.

The Netball Club consists of 45 girls, with enthusiastic and giving

parents and teachers coordinating the teams. The students train

regularly and enjoy the friendly competition at Kardinia Park.

Enthusiastic equine riders make up the Christian College

Equestrian. Forty riders participated in the Barwon Schools

Series, the Victorian Interschools and a number of other Equine

events as representatives of the College.

Jonathon Ryan

Director of Sport

Bellarine Juniors cheer for their houses at the Athletics Carnival

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Enrolments

Pre Kinder: 58 (increased number of children taking

‘double’ sessions)

Pre-School Kindergarten: 88

Staffing

Staffing has remained constant in 2011. Additionally our

Preschool programs have been supported by two assistants

funded by the Kindergarten Integration Support Service via

Gateways. These two women, Sandra Schmid and Nicki Spong

have worked with three of the Preschool programs to support

positive inclusion of children with additional needs.

Educational Program

Early Childhood Education has been in a very interesting, but

positive place of change over recent years. The Federal

Government agreement for ‘Universal Access’ has provided us

with planning challenges as well as decisions that need to be

made in advance of 2013. How this will finally impact on the

configurations of our groups and number of places is yet to be

finally decided, but most certainly we have spent time in 2011

looking at options that will best support the children and families

who will be continuing on to Christian College for their primary

education.

The National Quality Framework is another area about which we

have become informed with staff attending DEECD workshops

and information sessions as we prepare ourselves for its

implementation from 1st January, 2012. Part of that

preparedness has seen two of our key staff members complete

further education in Childrens’ Services; as a Coordinator I am

extremely grateful for their commitment to meeting this

additional requirement.

The central element in these changes is, essentially, striving to

provide the best quality Early Childhood programs we possibly

can. The early years are universally acknowledged as the most

important period for rapid learning and development in a

person’s life. As such, we as a staff, are very proud of the

contribution we are able to make to the lives of children and

their families in our care. We absolutely believe that we are

providing important building blocks for creative and independent

thought, important life skills and an increased capacity for our

children to make healthy connections with all people… and with

life.

Being part of a school such as Christian College, brings us into a

bigger ‘learning’ picture. One such connection in 2011 gave us an

important opportunity to look outside ourselves and to input in a

very practical way to the development of the Viqueque

Kindergarten in East Timor. Throughout Terms 1 and 2 we hosted

two of the teachers who take responsibility for the programs at

the Friendship House in Timor Leste. This provided them with an

insight into new possibilities, and a follow up visit to Viqueque

with the Senior School Prefects tour in July, provided wonderful

evidence that Lucia and Nurlinda were applying important play

based learning principles within their own context.

I take this opportunity to thank the Christian College leadership

and the College Board for their ongoing support of Williams

House Kindergarten. Our beautiful and unique physical

environment and the relevant and creative programs we provide,

are sources of pride and a highly recognised community of

learning.

Bernadette Johnson

Co-ordinator, Williams House

KINDERGARTEN Mrs Bernadette Johnson

Director Williams House

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2011 Staff Satisfaction Survey

Christian College, Geelong All Campuses

In 2011 staff at Christian College Geelong, Christian College Bellarine and Christian College Institute of Senior Education participated in

the online survey in Term 4, 2011. The survey is an evaluation tool developed by Independent Schools Victoria in collaboration with the

Australian Council for Educational Research. Across all campuses of Christian College, 181 staff participated in the survey.

The results in each of the main areas were tabled using a Scale Score ranging from 0 = low to 10 = high.

1. Resources and Offerings

High staff satisfaction with a school’s resources and offerings occurs when there is a perception that the school provides a broad

curriculum and plenty of co-curricular activities; and that the school has high quality materials and resources, including the library, to aid

learning. Staff members appreciate school grounds being attractive and well-maintained, but this is not essential.

Christian College Staff scored 8.1 compared with 7.9 for ISV reference group schools.

2. Technology

High staff satisfaction with technology occurs when staff members report that the school provides access to technology to do their job

properly. In addition, schools also provide excellent opportunities for students to learn using computer technology and ensure that

students learn to use computer technologies appropriately and safely.


3. School Ethos and Values

High staff satisfaction with a school’s ethos and values occurs when they perceive that the school encourages students to develop a

commitment to improving others’ social circumstances; participate in community service and take an active role in society. High staff

satisfaction also occurs when a school provides good drug awareness and prevention education; focuses on developing students as well

rounded individuals; encourages students to respect individual differences; effectively educates students against racism and helps

students develop an appropriate set of life values.


4. Student Behaviour

High staff satisfaction with student behaviour occurs when students are well behaved and get on well with each other. Bullying amongst

students is not perceived to be a problem at the school and is dealt with according to best practice. Staff members also perceive students

to be happy and that it is a safe place for students to learn. In addition, students respect the teachers and perceive that there is a real

sense of pride at the school.


SCHOOLS PERFORMANCE 2011 Mr Glen McKeeman

Principal

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5. Discipline

High staff satisfaction with school discipline occurs when there is a perception that the school clearly communicates its expectations

for student behaviour and encourages students to exercise self-discipline. Staff members are satisfied when the discipline at the

school follows established codes of practice and when they perceive that the school is well run.


6. Learning Support

High staff satisfaction in the learning support provided by a school occurs when staff members feel that teachers challenge students

appropriately in their learning and students are encouraged to help each other learn. Staff members perceive that students are well

supported to help them improve the standard of their learning; the school’s programs effectively meet and develop the needs and

interests of gifted and talented students as well as students with special needs such as limited English or learning disabilities. In

addition, staff members perceive that students from different backgrounds and cultures are treated equally at school.


7. Pastoral Care

High staff satisfaction with pastoral care occurs when teachers in a school know and care abut students; act on students’ concerns and

take prompt action when problems occur. Staff members respect the students; treat students fairly; value student opinions and have

positive relationships with students. Highly satisfied staff members feel that the school acknowledges students’ achievements

appropriately and provides students with opportunities to develop leadership, social and personal skills.


8. Parent Involvement

High staff satisfaction with parent involvement at a school occurs when staff members perceive that they respond to parents’ concerns

or queries in a timely manner. Staff members feel that parents are kept well informed about the learning programs undertaken by

students. In addition, there is open communication between staff and parents at the school; adequate opportunities for staff contact

with parents and that the school encourages parents to be involved in a variety of ways. A comparison with similar questions in the

parent survey results will indicate whether there is a gap in teachers’ and parents’ perceptions about parent involvement at the school.


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2011 Parent Satisfaction Survey

In 2011 parents across all campuses of Christian were asked to complete an online survey developed by Independent Schools Victoria

to provide schools with the opportunity to benchmark their results against the Victorian independent schools sector. In 2011 data was

obtained from 6301 parents from 48 independent schools. In 2011 data was obtained from 599 Christian College respondents – 83%

were mothers, 16% were fathers, 1% were parents together or guardians. The data compares relevant Primary and Secondary means

for Christian College Geelong against the 2011 Independent Schools reference group with 0 = no agreement and

10 = complete agreement.

1. Curriculum Academic Program

High parent satisfaction in a school academic program occurs when there is a perception that the school provides a supportive

environment with a range of learning areas and a curriculum designed to improve student achievement at all levels and for all abilities.

The mean for this domain for Christian College Geelong was similar to the Independent School Victoria reference mean.

Christian College Geelong 8.03 ISV reference group schools 7.90

2. Quality of Teaching

High parent satisfaction in teaching quality occurs when there is a perception that teachers are enthusiastic about teaching, provide

help and support to all students, and understand and allow for different abilities. Parents also feel it is important for teachers to stay

up-to-date in their subjects and that the school is open to new teaching strategies. The mean for this domain for Christian College

Geelong was above the ISV reference mean.


3. Learning Outcomes

High parent satisfaction with learning outcomes occurs when parents are kept informed of their children’s academic performance.

Parental satisfaction is also high when they feel the school does a good job teaching basic skills, motivating learning, encouraging

students to be responsible for their own learning and developing their thinking and reasoning skills. The mean of this domain for

Christian College Geelong was similar to the ISV reference mean.


4. Pastoral Care

High parent satisfaction in pastoral care occurs when children are happy to attend school and when parents feel that their children are

cared for and treated equally , their interests and talents are developed, and community participation is encouraged. The mean of

this domain for Christian College Geelong was above the ISV reference mean.


5. Discipline and Safety

High parent satisfaction in discipline and safety occurs when there is a perception that the school is a safe place to learn, that students

display excellent behavior and bullying and racism are not a problem. Satisfaction also occurs when students are seen to be treated

fairly and action is prompt when problems occur. Drug awareness and prevention education is also emphasized. Results for Christian

College Geelong were considerably above the ISV reference mean.


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6. Parental Involvement

High parent satisfaction in parent involvement occurs when parents feel welcome to visit the school, are provided with useful

information at parent teacher interviews, are kept informed by a variety of means, and are encouraged to be involved in a variety of

ways at the school.

Results for Christian College Geelong were considerably above the ISV reference mean


7. Resources

High parent satisfaction with resources occurs when there is a perception that school buildings and grounds are attractive and well

maintained, where students have access to high quality materials and resources, and where the school provides opportunities for

students to learn with, and make appropriate use of computers.

The mean of this domain for Christian College Bellarine was above the ISV reference mean.


8. Year Transition

High parent satisfaction in the area of transition occurs when there is a perception that students are well prepared for the next school

year and are supported at its commencement, and where schools provide parents with good advice about their children’s future.

Results for Christian College Geelong were considerably above those of the ISV reference mean.


9. Global Item

The global item is measured by asking parents to think about the school overall, and to rate their satisfaction level. High levels of

overall performance occur when parents are very satisfied with their choice of school.

Results for Christian College Geelong were considerably above those of the ISV reference mean


10. Recommend to Others

High levels of satisfaction occur when parents report they are happy to recommend the school to others.

Results for Christian College Geelong were considerably above those of the ISV reference mean.


11. Christian Ethos School Specific Questions

My son/daughter is aware of the Christian ethos of Christian College

Christian College Geelong 9.5

I believe the Christian values of grace, truth, love, faith and hope are reflected in the College communities day to day

interactions


I support the expressions of the Christian faith at Christian College in worship services, class devotions and service to

others


My child’s study of Christian Education is important to me


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2011 Student Satisfaction Survey

Overview

For the first year in 2011, ISV conducted an online Student Satisfaction Survey for Christian College directly to students in Years 9 to 12

Overall 489 responses were received from Christian College students. 227 students completed the Student Satisfaction Survey and 262

students completed the Quality of Teaching Survey.

General Student Satisfaction Survey

NOTE The scale ranges from 0 = no agreement to 10 = complete agreement

1. Academic Program

The questions in this a domain centred around the establishment of a stimulating learning environment; different ways of learning;

schooling standards and their age appropriateness; the challenge of learning and the appropriate amount of homework set.

Christian College 6.51 ISV reference group

2 Learning Outcomes

High student satisfaction with learning outcomes occurs when students feel their school is doing a good job of teaching basic skills,

motivating learning, encouraging students to be responsible for their learning and developing their thinking and reasoning skills

Christian College 7.4 ISV reference group 7.4

3. Pastoral Care

High student satisfaction in pastoral care occurs when children feel their school provides a caring, supportive, respectful and inclusive

environment both inside and outside the classroom


4. Personal Development/Leadership

High student satisfaction occurs when there is a perception that the College provides an opportunity for students to develop their inter

-personal and leadership skills, and the school encourages participation in community activities and acknowledges achievement


5. Discipline and Safety

High student satisfaction in discipline and safety occurs when there is a perception that the school is a safe place to learn; that

students display excellent behaviour and that bullying and racism are not a problem. Students are treated fairly and action is prompt

when problems occur.


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6. Resources

High student satisfaction with resources occurs when there is a perception that school buildings and grounds are attractive and well

maintained; where students have access to high quality materials and resources, and where the school provides opportunities for

students to make appropriate use of computers


7. School Ethos and Values

High student satisfaction occurs when students are encouraged to respect individual differences, treat students from different

backgrounds and cultures equally, and students have the opportunity to develop their own set of values.


8. Peer Relationships

High student satisfaction occurs when students believe that they have close relationships with other students; that they are included in

activities and that they are treated well


9. Transition

High student satisfaction occurs when there is perception that students are well prepared for the next school year and supported at its

commencement, and where the school provides students with good advice about their future


Quality of Teaching Survey

10. Academic Rigour

High student satisfaction occurs when there is a perception that teachers provide students with challenging activities, regularly

introduce new topics, and help them to think more deeply about topics


11. Feedback

High student satisfaction occurs when there is a perception that teachers provide useful and timely feedback, show students how to do

things in times of difficulty, and help them to understand mistakes they make.


12. Teacher Knowledge

High student satisfaction occurs when there is a perception that teachers are knowledgeable, make class work interesting, and use a

variety of methods to enable students’ understanding


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13. Teacher Practice

High student satisfaction occurs when there is a perception that teachers explain things clearly, listen to students, keep control of the

class, and are enthusiastic and well organised.


14. Teacher/Student Rapport

High satisfaction occurs when there is a perception that teachers praise students’ efforts, take a personal interest in students, provide

help and support when needed and treat students fairly


Christian College Additional Survey Questions

My teachers encourage me to show compassion and respect for others less fortunate than myself, through active service

and giving

Christian College 7.7

My Homeroom/Housegroup teacher provides opportunities for discussion and acceptance of Christian values as expressed

in the life and teaching of Jesus Christ


At Christian College I am learning to understand the meaning of the Christian faith as expressed in the Bible.


Teachers take opportunities across the curriculum to illustrate the awe and wonder of God’s creation and our

responsibilities within it.


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Middle School and Junior School

Registered School No. 1814

Christian College Geelong Ltd

Teacher Professional Engagement 2011

The attendance rate of staff throughout 2011 was 97.3%.

Across the four campuses of Christian College, 171 teaching staff were employed in 2011. There was a staff retention rate of 97.7% from

2010 into 2011 with 4% transferring from one Campus to another within Christian College.

Teacher Qualifications

All staff have a teaching qualification recognised by the Victorian institute of Teaching. Staff currently teaching at Middle School Highton

and Junior School Belmont also have the following range of academic qualifications:

Master of Arts (Applied Linguistics)

Master of Art Therapy

Master of Education

Master of Education (P.E. & Health)

Master of Information Architecture

Master of Science

TPTC

Associate Diploma of Business Hospitality

Bachelor of Applied Science

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Arts - Recreation & Fitness

Bachelor of Behavioural Science

Bachelor of Business

Bachelor of Education

Bachelor of Education - Library

Bachelor of Education - Primary

Bachelor of Music

Bachelor of Music in Education

Professional Development

All staff have participated in the professional learning activities organised by Christian College, including the annual two day Staff Retreat.

Other professional development has been organised on an individual needs basis, according to the professional development faculty

plans.

In 2011, $25,786.00 was spent on professional development for staff at the Middle School, Highton (including Directors and Leadership )

and $9,346.00 for staff at Junior School, Belmont.

PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Science - Honours

Bachelor of Social Work

Diploma in Education - P.E.

Diploma of Agriculture

Diploma of Arts

Diploma of O.H. & S.

Diploma of Professional Counselling

Diploma Ta T.I.C.

Graduate Diploma of Deafness Studies

Graduate Diploma of Dietetics

Graduate Diploma of Education

Graduate Diploma of Library

Graduate Diploma - Music Education

Graduation Certificate of Integration Prac

Post Graduate Diploma of Computer

Graduate Certificate in Education Studies

Certificate of Christian Education

Mr Wayne HInes

Head of Middle School

Mr Stephen Riddle

Head of Junior School

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Key Student Outcomes

Student Attendance

The 2011 attendance rate at Middle School, Highton was 94.0% and Junior School, Belmont was 96%

National Benchmarks

The proportions of Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 students who are meeting the national benchmarks are as follows:

Junior School, Belmont Year 3 NAPLAN Tests 2011

Middle School, Highton Years 5, 7 and 9 NAPLAN Tests 2011

Value Added

The Christian ethos of the College ensures that the Christian values of honesty, integrity, compassion, respect and care for others are

an integral part of the life of Christian College, as we seek to emulate the values expressed by Christ Jesus in Holy Scripture. The

College strives to develop fine, upstanding citizens who serve our community and accept responsibility and leadership.

Cultural visits to and from sister school students from Japan and Indonesia, active involvement in community efforts like Relay for Life

and the Red Shield Doorknock, as well as music performances supporting community events are organised in addition to the academic

programme. Co-curricula activities and competitions in sport and music bring an added dimension to a Christian College education.

Total Number of

Students

Number of Students On or

Above Benchmark

Percentage of Students On or

Above Benchmark

Year 3 Reading 50 50 100%

Year 3 Writing 50 50 100%

Year 3 Spelling 50 50 100%

Year 3 Grammar & Punctuation 50 50 100%

Year 3 Numeracy 50 50 100%

Total Number of

Students

Number of Students on

or above Benchmark

Percentage of Students on or

above Benchmark
















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Bellarine Campus Performance


Christian College Bellarine Ltd



Across the four campuses of Christian College, 171 teaching staff were employed in 2011. There was a staff retention rate of 97.7% from

2010 into 2011 with 4% transferring from one Campus to another within Christian College.


All staff have a teaching qualification recognised by the Victorian institute of Teaching. Staff currently teaching at Middle School Highton

and Junior School Belmont also have the following range of academic qualifications:

Master of Health Sciences


Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Bachelor of Art

Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Early Childhood/Primary



Bachelor of Education - P.E.

Bachelor of Engineering

Bachelor of Music

Bachelor of Nursing

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Teaching


All staff have participated in the professional learning activities organised by Christian College, including the annual two day Staff Retreat.

Other professional development has been organised on an individual needs basis, according to the professional development faculty

plans.

In 2011, $21,585.00 was spent on professional development for staff at the Bellarine Campus.


Certificate 4 Assessment & Workplace Training

Diploma in Education

Diploma of Music

Diploma of Teaching


Graduate Diploma of Language Teaching

Graduate Diploma of Literature Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Education Studies

Post Graduate Primary & Secondary Degree

Graduate Certificate - Education Studies

Mr Scott Elliss

Head of Bellarine Campus

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Student Attendance

The 2011 attendance rate at Christian College, Bellarine was 95%

National Benchmarks

The proportions of Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 students who are meeting the national benchmarks are as follows:

Bellarine Campus NAPLAN Tests 2011

Value Added


an integral part of the life of Christian College, as we seek to emulate the values expressed by Christ Jesus in Holy Scripture. The

College strives to develop fine, upstanding citizens who serve our community and accept responsibility and leadership.

Cultural visits to and from sister school students from Japan and Indonesia, active involvement in community efforts like Relay for Life

and the Red Shield Doorknock, as well as music performances supporting community events are organised in addition to the academic

programme. Co-curricula activities and competitions in sport and music bring an added dimension to a Christian College education.

Total Number of

Students

Number of Students On or

Above Benchmark

Percentage of Students On or

Above Benchmark





















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Senior School Performance Information


Christian College Institute of Senior Education Ltd



Across the four campuses of Christian College, 171 teaching staff were employed in 2011. There was a staff retention rate of 97.7%

from 2010 into 2011 with 4% transferring from one Campus to another within Christian College.


All staff have a teaching qualification recognised by the Victorian institute of Teaching. Staff currently teaching at Senior School also

have the following range of academic qualifications:

Master of Arts


Master of Education

Master of Music (Performance)

Associate of London Guild of Music

Associate Diploma of Fashion D & P

Bachelor of Art

Bachelor of Arts - History

Bachelor of Arts - Honours

Bachelor of Commerce


Bachelor of Education - Honours P.E.


Bachelor of Recreation

Bachelor of Science


All staff have participated in the professional learning activities organised by Christian College including the annual two day Staff

Retreat. Other professional development has been organised on an individual needs basis, according to the professional development

faculty plans.

In 2011, $27,934.00 was spent on professional development for staff at the Senior School.

Bachelor of Science - Honours

Diploma in Christian Ministry

Diploma of Education

Diploma of Education - Primary

Diploma of General Studies

Diploma of Social Science

Diploma of Teaching

Diploma of Theology

Graduate Diploma of Library

Graduate Diploma of Conservation Management


Graduate Diploma of Special Education

Graduate Diploma Graphic Communications

Graduate Diploma of Curriculum

Mrs Susan Strong

Head of Senior School

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Student Attendance

The 2011 attendance rate at Senior School was 93%. The retention rate of students at Senior School from Year 10 to 12 in 2011 was

76%.

Value Added


an integral part of the life of Christian College as we seek to emulate the values expressed by Christ Jesus in Holy Scripture. The College

strives to develop fine, upstanding citizens who serve our community and accept responsibility and leadership.

Cultural overseas visits to and from sister schools in Japan and Indonesia, active involvement in community efforts like Relay for Life

and the Red Shield Door-knock as well as music performances supporting community events are organized in addition to the academic

programme. Co-curricula activities and competitions in sport and arts/technology bring an added dimension to a Christian College

education.

VCE Graduates 2011

All of the 143 students that sat for their final exams have successfully completed their VCE. The Dux of the College for 2011 is Rebekah

Hines with an ATAR of 98.85. Other outstanding results were achieved by Jason Allsopp 98.40, Rianni Lancaster 97.60, Andrew Peel

96.85 and Jacob Petkovic 96.60, Chloe Lilkendey 95.30 and Clare Duck 94.60.

The following is a summary of the tertiary Placement offers made to Christian College students:

Universities

Deakin University, RMIT, Monash University, University of Melbourne, Latrobe University, Australian Catholic University, Victoria

University, Swinburne University of Technology, Charles Sturt University.

TAFE

The Gordon, Geelong, William Angliss Institute of TAFE, Melbourne Institute of Business, Australian Academy of Design, RMIT, JMC

Academy.

Tertiary Courses chosen by Christian College Graduates

Health Sciences, Arts / Humanities, Commerce, Visual & Performing Arts, Sport , Education, Engineering , Information Technology,

Social Work, Law, Environment, Science

Other College graduates have successfully applied for employment or apprenticeships.

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Williams House Kindergarten

Broughton Drive, Belmont, 3216

Tel. (03) 5241 3556

Junior School, Belmont

Broughton Drive, Belmont, 3216

Tel. (03) 5241 1565

Middle School, Highton

Burdekin Road, Highton, 3216

Tel. (03) 5241 1899

Senior School, Waurn Ponds

Pigdon’s Road, Waurn Ponds 3216

Tel. (03) 5241 1577

Bellarine Campus

40 Collins Street, Drysdale 3222

Tel. (03) 5253 2998

‘Back Creek’ Scotsburn

RMB 6578 Midland Highway, Scotsburn 3352

Tel. (03) 5341 2051

‘Villa Paloma’ Arts/Technology Centre

Princes Highway, Waurn Ponds 3216

Tel. (03) 5241 8844

www.christiancollege.vic.edu.au

Christian College Geelong Ltd.

Junior School BelmontMiddle School Highton

Christian College Institute of Senior Education Ltd.

Senior School Waurn Ponds

Christian College Bellarine Ltd.

Bellarine Campus Drysdale

www.christiancollege.vic.edu.au

Christian College 2011 Annual Report

Documents

Transcript of Christian College 2011 Annual Report