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Welcome back to all members of our community.

It was wonderful to begin this term with a whole College chapel, where we also

installed the 2016 student leaders. The attendance and support of family and friends of these students was very much appreciated.

During the chapel, we affirmed the recently selected leaders of our College for 2016 and formally installed them into their positions. As part of this installation, they were presented with gifts that had both practical and symbolic meaning, especially in relation to their role and responsibilities as a leader. Some symbols found upon these gifts (and their related meaning) included;

• “Heart shape” - emotion, compassion, warmth and love.

• Dove - peace and harmony.• Crown of thorns – servanthood and humility.• Cross – Love, selflessness and sacrifice.• One of the gifts given to some of our leaders

was a Bible, God’s living word for direction, sustenance, inspiration and support. The rock and cornerstone of why and how we live.

A bible verse shared with our community at the Chapel was: “Whoever serves must do so with the strength that God supplies, so that God may be glorified in all things through Jesus Christ.” - 1 Peter 4:11This verse was chosen as it has some special significance for our new leaders, but it can and does speak to all of us at Cornerstone.

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This coming week will once again see the anniversary of a day that arguably changed the course of history. The modern shape of the Christian Church and the myriad of

denominations that exist right across it can be marked down to the influence of one man, and in particular, the influence of one act, that happened this week, 498 years ago. It was in a small German town called Wittenberg that a Roman Catholic Priest by the name of Martin Luther was prepared to take his reputation and his life in his hands, and prepared to denounce the teachings of the Church of his time. In particular, it was the misguided and even corrupted practice of issuing people with what were called ‘indulgences’ that got up Martin’s nose. For whatever reason, the Bible and its teachings had become less than the very first port of call in understanding how God goes about his work of salvation in the world, and the common people of that time and place were being duped into believing that one had to pay for their ticket into heaven.

Today this kind of thinking would seem grossly absurd, even to people who don’t believe. Our modern education has given us enough head-knowledge about the Bible for most to know that our money has nothing to do with our capacity to be saved. In 1517, however, people needed the Martin Luther’s of the world to set things straight for their benefit, and to be prepared to stand up for what they hoped he knew to be true about these things. Luther understood, without reservation, the clear promises God was making in Jesus’ name, and the implications this had on the lives of Christians. “For by grace you have been saved through faith” (Eph 2:8).

Thankfully, Martin Luther penned a series of 95 statements that he believed would draw

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Attention ParentsDon’t forget to like our ‘Parent Connect’ page on facebook to connect with other parents and the College. Click the image below to visit the Cornerstone College Parent Connect.

Beyond using our gifts and talents to their fullest, we should remember to thank and glorify God through our thoughts, actions and words. He is the one who has given these gifts and talents to us and continues to guide and sustain us. We can and must rely on him. And very importantly, there needs to be an awareness that the manner in which the living, learning, relating and leading occurs at Cornerstone is a symbol of who we are and that God is within our community.

Each day this provides us with a wonderful opportunity and a great responsibility. It is one I have every confidence we are capable of taking hold of and meeting. May God bless us all this term in our learning, teaching, support and leadership.

Mr Craig FielkePrincipal

College Leader InstallationOn the first morning back to school this term our chapel served as an installation service for 38 new College and House leaders, elected by staff and students last term to serve in their roles for the next 12 months. Those who were completing their tenure as this year’s leaders were also honoured and acknowledged for their commitment to the roles they have held.

During the chapel it was our outgoing leaders who, in fact, led the service, and who were involved in personally presenting the ‘newbies’ with gifts to mark their installation.

Senior School leaders were presented with Bibles, while Middle School leaders were presented with devotion books written by popular Christian writer Max Lucado. All new leaders were also presented with key-rings – each with a symbol inscribed on it to help reflect the servant role the students were taking on. Mr Craig Fielke (College Principal) shared a message based on a verse in 1 Peter, encouraging new leaders to recognise the help of God within their new responsibilities in the school.

As a keyring holds the keys that give us access to all kinds of important things in life, our leaders were reminded of their access to God’s grace as they step into their new roles. It was a terrific service that marked an important occasion for our College, and it was great to see so many parents able to attend on the morning.

Pastor Albert Gast

College Leaders 2016: Back Left: Thomas Liddell-Page, Sam Staska, Josephine Calderwood.Front Left: Ebony Seidel, Taylor Nobes, Edward Ruediger.

attention to how the Church had lost this message of grace. On 31 October 1517 (Reformation Day) he hammered his list onto the local castle doors. At the height of the controversies, as the storm around him grew, Luther stood in front of his opponents to declare the words, “Here I stand. I can do no other”. What followed, both in the immediate and the in the centuries since is a re-establishing of the truth that the Christian God is a gracious God, and that our standing before him has nothing to do with what we can and can’t achieve, but what Jesus achieves alone.

This week we can give thanks for Luther’s daring and dangerous actions, as he sought to ensure how incredibly powerful the real testimony of the Scriptures are, and how life-changing it is to know that God would send his Son into the world, to die on our behalf.

Pastor Albert Gast

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Make sure you receive your SACE Results

Check your postal addressOnce you have successfully logged in, go to the Personal Information section and check your postal address is correct. This will ensure you receive your results in the mail. You need to do this before 1 December 2015.

Updating your informationIf your postal address needs to be updated, please contact the SACE Coordinator at your school.

Need help logging in?Call the Support Team on 8372 7412 or email SACE.StudentsOnlineSupport@sa.gov.au

Results release dayIf you can log in, you’re all set to access your results online as soon as they’re released on Tuesday 15 December 2015.Official documentation will be posted to you progressively from Tuesday 15 December, with all students expected to receive results envelopes by the end of that week. You will also be able to print an unofficial copy of the Record of Achievement directly from Students Online.For more information about accessing your results, visit the Students > Assessment and results section of the SACE website and click My results.

To ensure you can access your SACE results when they are released on 15 December 2015, you need to:1. Check you can log in to Students Online

before 1 December 2015.2. Once logged in, check your postal address

is correct, to ensure you receive your SACE certificate in the mail.

Logging in to Students OnlineYou can access Students Online at:www.sace.sa.edu.au/students-online

Log in using your SACE registration number and PIN.Your registration number is six numbers and a capital letter (eg. 123456A).If you have not logged in before, your PIN is the first four digits of your date of birth in the format DDMM, e.g. 1st July = 0107.

Can’t remember your PIN?Click on the request a PIN reset link on the Students Online login page and complete the form. If all details submitted are correct, the SACE Board will reset it and send an email confirming your new PIN.

October 2015

important information

End of Year Results for Year 12 StudentsEnd-of-year results will be available through Students Online on Tuesday, 15 December, from 8:30am.

Official documentation (including your SACE Certificate and Record of Achievement) will be posted progressively from Tuesday, 15 December; all students are expected to receive results envelopes by the end of that week.

Please make sure your SACE registration and PIN details are up to date so you can access your final grades on results release day. Opposite is a one-page guide to help you through this process.

On the day results are released, resetting PINs may take a few hours, so it pays to check before results day that you can log in to Students Online. We recommend you do this as soon as possible.

For more information, visit the ‘My results’ section on the SACE website.. Mrs Julie SampsonLearning Director

Important EventsYear 11/12 Closing Celebration7.00pm Thursday, 26 November in inbarendiThis event is open to all members

of the Cornerstone community and will involve Worship, award presentations and the acknowledgement of our Year 11/12 students. All Year 11 and 12 students are required to attend wearing their complete formal summer uniform, meeting normal dress and appearance expectations.

Year 7-10 Closing Service1.45pm Thursday, 3 December in inbarendi This event will involve students in Years 7-10 and will include Worship, award presentations and a celebration of the year. All members of the Cornerstone community are welcome and all students are required to attend wearing their formal summer uniform.

Year 10 ExperienceIn Week 4 (2-6 November), Year 10 students will be involved in the Year 10 Experience for the whole week. Please note that the experience will be longer for the Central Australia group. During this week, a different timetable will be in operation for the College as a whole so students (and parents) need to check carefully to ensure they come to College prepared for their lessons each day. A Year 10 Experience Presentation Evening is planned for Tuesday, 24 November in inbarendi at 7.00pm.

Middle School Activities DayThis special day for Middle School students is currently being planned for Friday, 4 December. All Middle School students (Years 7-9) are expected to participate.

Other Events to NoteThe last day of formal lessons for Year 11 students will be Thursday, 19 November. In

addition Year 11 students will have two days in preparation for the Research Project which will be a compulsory part of their Year 12 studies next year. These dates are Tuesday, 3 November and Thursday, 26 November. Year 11 students will also need to attend on Friday, 27 November for a Year 12, 2016 Orientation Day.

Mr Rob Rohde Deputy Principal

careers

SATAC ApplicationsJust a friendly reminder that TafeSA applications for Semester 1 2016 close on 30 November. It is free to apply and government funding is available for some courses under the Work Ready scheme.

Students who have not yet applied for University have until Monday, 30 November to do so to receive equal consideration for most undergraduate courses. Existing applicants have until Monday, 4 January to change any

preferences and still receive equal consideration for most courses. Please remember to pay your application fee as soon as possible or you will not be considered.

Students requiring assistance with their TAFE and/or University applications should make an appointment with either Virginia Gare or Helen Mason.

Flinders UniTestLast Friday we had 14 Year 12 students complete the Flinders University “UniTest”. This test is entirely multiple choice and is completed online. It can be used in conjunction with Year 12 results to assist students to gain entry to selected Flinders University courses. It is free to sit and assesses students’ quantitative, critical and verbal reasoning. We wish these students all the best with their test results.

VET 2016Interviews for some AHSP’s VET courses will commence shortly. Students required to sit for an interview will receive letters in the mail from the host school notifying them of this. As our timetable for 2016 is finalised, I will be in contact with students and their families soon to discuss any necessary changes or impacts of VET on individual student timetables.

Applications will still be accepted for some VET courses who have not reached their desired enrolment numbers. In particular, there are still spaces available in the Massage for Sport & Health Course here at Cornerstone College. Interested students should contact Mr Anthony Doyle for more information.

ApprenticeshipsWith many 4th year apprentices finishing up their qualifications, many employers are now looking or have been looking for new apprentices for their businesses. If you are interested in gaining an apprenticeship (full-time or school-based), you should be making contact with employers and enquiring about this now. I would encourage any student looking at taking on an apprenticeship to complete Work Experience first to ensure that it is the right career and industry for them. Students who are offered a School-based apprenticeship MUST inform the College before signing any paperwork. This is to ensure that the necessary discussions can take place to work out how this will fit in with their academic program and any implications on potential future funded training.

Mr Anthony DoyleCareer Pathways Coordinator

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Cornerstone Golf ClassicFriday, 9 October, 2015

It was a hot spring day for our annual Cornerstone Golf Classic this year, but that didn’t deter our participants from giving it their best. There were some very clever and classy shots played, and some shots that… well... didn’t quite make the hole! More importantly a lot of fun and connection happened between our golfers and the teams. We thoroughly enjoy this day where our College partners and friends come together to enjoy a hit of golf, some food, drinks and fresh air.

Our sincere thanks to those who supported the day. The funds raised will go towards much needed projects around the College.

Ms Stephanie NoonMarketing Manager

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Summit Heights HighCongratulations Cornerstone, your talent brought us a show that would even put Mr G to shame! Congratulations to all the contestants of this year’s Summit Heights High, and especially to our marvellous winners Ruby Washington, Rosie Higginson, Oscar Sarre, Cooper Stoeckel, and Braden Schoell. Cornerstone is so lucky to have an abundance of talented students and it really was a privilege to see some of them in action. I truly recommend that if you have something to show the school then make sure you seize the opportunity next year. Thank you for an awesome end to the term. #summit2015

David HeyneStudent Leader 2015

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English Week 2015This year’s celebration of language, literacy and literature was characterised by activities that allowed students to engage with written and spoken forms of communication.

During Extended Home Group times in the first half of the week, reading material was provided by our dedicated library staff and students also arranged their own texts for the purposes of silent independent reading. This then transitioned into a communal experience of literature in the Friday Home Group when classes were invited to view a reading of a picture book by a range of presenters via an online resource called StoryBox. The recommended text was entitled, Today We Have No Plans, written by Jane Godwin and illustrated by Anna Walker. While much younger children are the target audience, the text portrays the busy lives families lead and reminds us all that we need to ensure we enjoy the pleasures of days which transpire without structure, routines, deadlines and frenetic energy. The author suggests that we need time, space and opportunity to explore, create and select moments of interaction. The irony of the orchestrated activity which lead to a meditation upon NOT having plans was not lost on many participants.

The creative talents and oral communication skills of three Year 10 students constituted the activity in the middle of the week. Fae Gehren, Katie Dridan and our exchange student, Moritz Illing, performed their own poems to the students present on our cibo bello Plaza during lunchtime. The students successfully offered their Spoken Word pieces as an example of ‘pop-up’ art and are to be congratulated for the skill and confidence they demonstrated. According to friends of the performers, some in the audience captured moving images rather than stills so we are left to generate pictures in our own minds of students before a microphone delivering their stylized orations.

English Week is about the fundamental role our language and literacy skills play in our culture and life chances. The wonders of words and the imagined worlds we variously experience are often taken for granted. We are therefore pleased to celebrate English Week and are happy to promote the crucial learning and skills which help to define us as individuals in civilized society.

Mr Ben BrazzalottoEnglish KLA Leader

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Ekiden RelayOn Friday, 16 October, Cornerstone competed in the annual Ekiden Relay at Bonython Park in Adelaide. The boys team finished in 6th place and the girls team on 9th place. These results were exceptional considering so many members of our 2 teams were MS students competing against much older competitors. The following students ran superbly to finish in the top 3 of their relay leg: Damon Anning, Cooper Hough, Tom Mittiga and Lauren Schwarz. We look forward to challenging strongly next year.

Mr Graham GallaschPhysical Education Teacher

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Infuse Community GardenThe Infuse Community Garden, at the Infuse Church in Mount Barker will have its official opening on Saturday, 24 October from 10am.

The graphic identity (logo, brochure, business cards) for the garden was designed by Year 12 student Natasha Harvey for one of her Year 12 Design projects. Her sensitive, creative and professional designs perfectly embody the ambitions of the Community Garden. Plots are available for anyone in the community to grow organic fruit and vegetables. Come to the open day to learn more.

Ms Laetitia de Braconier HardersArts Key Learning Area Leader and Design Teacher

Music TourDuring the October school holidays, the Music Department set off for a week for Music Tour 2015. 38 students and 7 staff travelled to Swan Hill and Mildura performing each day to primary and secondary schools, along with aged care facilities and public performance venues. Our four senior music ensembles were busy at every performance, along with our talented Year 12 soloists. A fun filled week of music, night time activities and enough food to feed a small army; and how could we possibly forget our friend Mario at Orange World! So many magical memories that will stay with us for a long time.

Congratulations to everyone that took part in Music Tour this year. We have all started counting down the days until the next tour in 2017!

Anthony JanusMusic Teacher

Music AchievementCongratulations Victoria Beare, Year 8 - she recently sat for her AMEB Third grade Double Bass exam and received a B grade.

student achievement

Student Sporting AchievementsCongratulations to Molly Kell and Erin Peacock in Year 7 who represented the Under 14 Country team in the Girls State Talent Identification Championships.

Congratulations to Hamish Lewis who has been selected in the SSSSA Interstate Boys Football (Soccer) Team, who will compete in Adelaide, 20 - 29 November.

Congratulations to Ben Lucas, Liam Lucas, Ben Marsh and Jesse Vogt who have been selected in the SSSSA Interstate Softball Team and will compete in Adelaide, 20 -29 November.

Congratulations to the following students who will be competing in the SAPSASA Barker District Boys Tennis Team, in the State Carnival in Adelaide, 2 - 6 November:Connor Rogers, Zabien Parker-Boers, Cameron Moult-Smith and Michael Smallridge.

Congratulations to Jessica Klatt who has been selected in the U15 State Tennis Team.

ADF Long Tan Youth Leadership & Teamwork AwardThe ADF Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Award recognises individuals who consistently strive to model leadership, initiative, teamwork and mateship in the school, and wider community. At a recent Assembly we were honoured to have Australian Defence Force representative Commander Steve Dunning with us to present this award to a Year 10 and Year 12 student.

The nature of attributes like servant leadership, teamwork, initiative and mateship means that they often occur ‘behind the scenes’ by individuals who demonstrate great humility in regards to their contributions. It is fantastic that through this award such individuals are encouraged in their endeavours and identified as role models for others.

Congratulations to Kendra Formosa and Fae Gehren who were the worthy recipients of this award.

Mr Justin KerberSenior School Wellbeing Leader

Year 7 Tree DedicationOn Friday, 23 October the Year 7s gathered on Paedeia Green for a short dedication service. A small gum tree has been planted in recognition of the current 2015 Year 7s and is symbolic of their learning and growing that they will do during their time at the College.

The College Leaders led this service and encouraged the students to make the most of their opportunities here at Cornerstone and to grow into the young people God has called them to be.

Mr Matthew VinceMiddle School Teacher

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notices

Reading for pleasure has benefits!Reading for pleasure has benefits!

‘There is strong evidence that reading for pleasure can increase empathy, improve relationships with others, reduce the symptoms of depression, and improve wellbeing throughout life.’

American author Anna Dewdney wrote in the Wall Street Journal: ‘When we open a book, and share our voice and imagination we learn to see the world through someone else’s eyes. When we read a book – no matter how stressed, no matter how challenged – we are drawn out of ourselves to bond with other human beings, and to see and feel the experiences of others. I believe that it is this moment that makes us human. In this sense, reading makes us human.’

Dewdney’s thoughts are backed up by academic research. In a Cambridge University study, Maria Nikolajeva found that ‘reading fiction provides training in developing and practising empathy and theory of mind’. In short, fiction helps us understand how other people feel and think. Another study, published in the ‘Journal of Applied Social Psychology’, explored the specific impacts of reading Harry Potter books and found that in children, high school and university students reading Harry Potter improved attitudes towards stigmatised groups.

So what’s going on in your brain when you read? Scientists at both Emory University and Carnegie Mellon University in the US have found that when you read about characters doing active things (running, flying), the parts of your brain that are involved in movement in real life are stimulated. Neuroscientist Gregory Berns, one of the authors of the Emery study, said ‘The neural changes that we found associated with physical sensation and movement systems suggest that reading a novel can transport you into the body of the protagonist…we already knew that good stories can put you in someone else’s shoes in a figurative sense. Now we’re seeing that something may also be happening biologically.’ (esciencecommons.blogpost.uk)

Recently the UK Reading Agency commissioned a review to look at ‘The Impact of Reading for Pleasure and Empowerment’. There is strong evidence that reading for pleasure can increase empathy, improve relationships with others, reduce the symptoms of depression and the risk of dementia, and improve wellbeing throughout life.’

The positive outcomes of reading included enjoyment, knowledge of the self and other people, social interaction, improved imagination, focus and concentration, relaxation and mood regulation, as well as improvements in communication abilities and longer-term education outcomes.

“Let us read, and let us dance; these two amusements will never do any harm to the world.” ― Voltaire

Barb O’ConnorLibrary Resource Centre Co-ordinator

New Canteen Online OrderingOrder your lunch online.Simply go to www.flexischools.com.au and click “Register Now”.

For more information please click here.

Mrs Yvette MitchellCanteen Coordinator

DECD BusesTerm 4Please note there are no changes to the DECD bus services for Term 4.All bus services will run at the regular scheduled times.

2016 DECD ApplicationsRecently families would have received communication from Principal, Mr Craig Fielke regarding the application process for DECD bus services in 2016. Click here to access a copy of the letter and the relevant application forms.

For more information regarding bus services, please visit our website or contact Ms Susy Izzo via phone on 8398 6015 or via email on sizzo@cornerstone.sa.edu.au.

W E E K S I X W E D N E S D A Y 7 P M T H U R S D A Y 4 & 7 P MSIERP SENIOR DRAMA

WHEN ONE GIRL JUSTWANTS TOO MUCH

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gold coin donation

We are a group of volunteers who build community, fundraise, organise social functions and support College events.

If you’d like to get involved (as a committee member or volunteer helper) please contact

Sharon Heyne on 0438 692 622, email pt&f@cornerstone.sa.edu.au or come along to the next meeting in the

College staff room.

Next Meeting Wednesday 4 November, 7.30pm

Wednesday 2 DecemberChristmas Breakup

Second Hand Uniform Shop(located next to EFM gym)

Opening Times

Tuesday, 3 November 3.00-4.00pmTuesday, 17 November 3.00-4.00pm

WantedNo longer need your uniform or

calculator? The PT&F can sell them for you through the second hand uniform

shop on consignment.Please bring good quality items (blazers must be dry cleaned) to the Marketing

Department (next to EFM Gym).(60% of the sale is returned to you, 40%

of the sale is retained by the College as a fundraiser).

parentsteachersfriendsmessage from the college counsellor

Dr Justin says

PARENT guilt seems to be at an all-time high. Social media and endless blog articles outlining our mistakes seem to be leaving

us feeling dispirited, unmotivated and feeling like failures. As I talk with parents around the country, however, I’m full of optimism. Sure, we can all find ways to improve. But that’s life! In my parenting workshops in corporations, schools, and community groups, and in one-on-one parenting coaching sessions I am seeing good parents who are doing way better than they think, and they’re raising children who are going to make them so proud. I am also seeing too many parents worry, stress, and get anxious about whether or not they are doing a good enough job as parents. Here is 10 reasons you’re probably doing a better job than you think:

1 YOU LISTEN WHEN YOUR CHILD WANTS YOUR ATTENTIONThis may be the most important thing we

can do to be good parents. Our willingness to acknowledge our children, hear them, and show them that they are worthy of our attention is central to their development of resilience.

2 YOU SHOW THAT YOU CAREWe show we care by hugging our children, telling them they matter to us, paying

attention to their stories, and being there for them.

3 YOU SET LIMITSWhile most of us can improve the way we set limits, most parents I meet are making a

significant effort to set boundaries for their children. While too many rules leads to too many problems, research tells us that our children thrive and feel safe when they know what is OK to do & what is not OK.

Why you are a better parent than you think

4 YOU SHOW AN INTEREST IN THEIR FRIENDSOur children feel validated when they see us

taking an interest in their relationships. If you can name your children’s besties (and maybe even their parents), you’re probably doing OK.

5 YOU SHOW AN INTEREST IN THEIR SCHOOLINGChildren do better at school when parents

are invested in their academic success (so long as we don’t get too controlling). This is especially the case in high shcool.

6 YOU GIVE THEM WHATEVER EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES YOU CAN AFFORD

Do children need extra-curricular activities to thrive? No they don’t. However, most parents I meet recognise that sport, music, art, drama, science, church, or any other extra-curricular activity their children can participate in has the potential to enrich their lives, improve their academic performance, give them opportunities for growth, and expand their social circles. And most parents I meet are stretching themselves to give their children those chances because they love their children and because they’re doing the best they can for them.

7 YOU CONSOLE YOUR CHILD WHEN THEY ARE UPSETWhile there are some parents who get mad or

brush their children off when they’re upset, most parents are eager to embrace their children and show compassion and understanding when they are emotional, struggling, or stressed.

8 YOU READ TO THEMThe positive outcomes related to this one single activity are numerous. Most parents I

talk to relish the chance to read with their children (especially their younger children) as regularly as they’re able.

9 YOU SPEND EXTRA TIME WITH THEM, JUST BECAUSE YOU WANT TOIt might be after school, or just before bed as

you lay with heads together on the pillow. Perhaps it’s Sunday morning on a bike ride or stroll through the park. You like being with your children and you find extra time to be together because you love them.

10 YOU SAY SORRYWhen you get it wrong, you do what you can to preserve and strengthen the

relationship. You tell them you love them regularly, and they can feel it. If your children feel your love and know it is sincere and unconditional they are experiencing one of the most vital protective factors for a resilient life that you can offer. We all know when it comes to parenting we can all do better, whether it’s reducing our personal digital pre-occupation, speaking more kindly and calmly, or being less punitive. But if you can say ‘Yep, I do that’ to most of the things on the list (and if your children would agree with you), then chance are your kids are going to turn out just fine. And your parenting? Honestly, you’re probably doing a better job than you think.

+ COURTESY OF THE ADVERTISERSaturday, 17 October 2015

community notices

EFM Fitness Coaching Special: At EFM, you’ll have a Fitness Coach that works through your program with you each and every session. It’s like having a personal trainer, but at a fraction of the cost.Enquire now - get the first 30 days of your membership for $30*.Call Rob on 0419 810 410 or register online at: efm.net.au/mount-barker *conditions apply.

Attention parents, extended morning sessions at EFM 6:00am to 10:00am Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Convenient club location, more sessions, more equipment, more fun. Come and see what we can offer or click here to see it for yourself!

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A reminder to be in the canteen by 9.00am please.If you are unable to come in on your rostered day please remember to swap withsomeone and then let me know of any changes on 0403 321 893. Thanks, Evie.

Liz Klose & Sonia TarcaMarianne Caruana & Kirsty MillerTracey Oats-Willis & Debbie SeverenKatherine White & Bridgette WarhurstKaren Smart & Anh Pham

Alexi Kentish & Nicky CarneyGaylene Male & Sharon NitschkeToni Parker-Boers & Cassie HogbenGillian Broadbent & Lee-Ann FussSue & Doug Melville

Midway for Kids! Sunday, 25 October 10am – 4pm (in conjunction with Stirling Laneways and Stirling Market) Come and join in kids fun and festivities on the Stirling Library Lawns. Enjoy a range of kids activities including bouncy castle, mini golf, origami, leatherwork, photo booth, sausage sizzle, coffee, cake & more!

GET THE FIRST 30 DAYS OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP FOR $30.

Click here for more information.

The Village Well @ Aldgate Church of Christ Quiz Night: Friday, 23 October 7:00pm. Aldgate Church of Christ: 54 Strathalbyn Road, Aldgate. Come along and join others or make up a table. BYO drinks and nibbles (no alcohol please). Tickets available from the Aldgate Church office weekdays 9am - noon. Bookings call 8339 6286 weekdays.

Hills Little Athletics Centre: 9.00am Sunday mornings approx 2 hours at Heathfield High School Oval from 11 October 2015 - 27 March 2016. Come’n’Try on Sunday 11 and 18 October at Heathfield High School - $5 per athlete per meet (max two meets). Register today via www.hlac.org.au. For more information call Stephen on 0438 227 070.

Charles Dickens’ - A Christmas Carol - Presented by Cornerstone College Year 11/8 Drama 1:15, 4:00 & 7:00pm Wednesday, 11 November and 7:00pm Thursday, 12 November. Atelier

Weekly WinnersWeek 10: Maddie Munn

Week 1: Chloe Edmonds

Get registered online and order for a chance

to win weekly.

Infuse Church Community Garden Launch: Saturday, 24 October 10am - 12pm. Demonstrations on hot compost making, workshops; including succulent potting, herbal tea tasting, face painting, DIY pest control butterflies, children’s sunflower planting. Bouncy Castle and Guest Speaker Sophie Thomson. Free BBQ.

Party Safe Education: A parents guide to young people, alcohol and parties: Wednesday, 28 October 7pm - 9pm. Mount Barker Golf Club. Share platters and refreshments provided. Limited places, for registration contact Ksenija via kbould@dcmtbarker.sa.gov.au 8393 6413

POWER FM PresentsCharity Quiz Night and Fundraising Auction

Friday, 6 November - 6:30pm startCornerstone College, Mount BarkerProceeds go to the ‘Do It In A Dress’ CharityTickets $10 - Teams of 8 players.For more info please click here

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Term 4 startsOpening Worship (induction of new College Leaders and House Leaders)

3.00-4.00pm PT&F Second Hand Uniform Shop open

4.00-8.30pm Subject Teacher Interviews

7.30pm PT&F Meeting

9.30-11.00am PT&F Second Hand Uniform Shop open

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2.30-6.00pm Student Leader Training

3.00-4.00pm PT&F Second Hand Uniform Shop open

Year 8 Immunisation HPV Gardasil

Year 12 Final Day9.00am Year 12 Final Chapel

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7.30pm College Council Meeting

8.30am Coffee Connect9.00am Assembly

6.00-9.00pm Food & Fun Fest

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11.30am Year 11 Road Awareness Program

5.30pm Year 12 Technology Showcase

TechnoYear 12, 2016 Research ProjectInduction Day 23.00-4.00pm PT&F Second Hand Uniform Shop open

Year 11 Rock climbing (Gallasch)

7.30pm PT&F Meeting

Year 11 Rock climbing (Bradley)

6.30pm Year 12 Art/ Design Showcase

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Principal’s Tours Remembrance Day Chapel

4.00pm & 7.00pm Year 11 Drama performance (Doherty)

7.00pm Year 11 Drama performance (Doherty)

Champion’s Challenge

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Phone: (08) 8398 6000

Fax: (08) 8398 6098

mail@cornerstone.sa.edu.au

www.cornerstone.sa.edu.au

/cornerstoneparentconnect

Year 10 Outdoor Education Camp

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Student Absence Line

(08) 8398 6080 or

Middle School:

msstudentreception@cornerstone.sa.edu.au

Senior School:

ssstudentreception@cornerstone.sa.edu.au

Excursion Information Line

(08) 8398 6080

Second-hand Uniform Shop

Did you know the PT&F operate a

second-hand uniform shop?

It’s located under inbarendi next to EFM gym.

Check the College web site for

opening times.Year 12 Exams / Modified Timetable Week / Year 10 Experience Week

Year 12 Exams

sun mon tues wed thurs fri sat

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Year 10 Rockclimbing (Bradley)

Arts Alive 2

3.00-4.00pm PT&F Second Hand Uniform Shop open

Year 10 Rock climbing (Hodgson)7.00pm Year 11 Drama performance (Sierp)

4.00pm & 7.00pm Year 11 Drama performance

Year 7 & 8 2016 Orientation Day

Year 10 Rockclimbing (Gallasch)

Year 11 Study Day

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7.30pm College Council meeting

7.00pm Year 10 Experience Presentation Evening

Cornerstone-Unity Challenge

Year 12, 2016 Research Project Induction Day 3

7.00pm Year 11/12 Closing Celebration

Year 12, 2016 Orientation Day

Year 11 Final Day

Penny Lane Market at Cornerstone

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Year 9 Journey celebration

Year 7 & 8 Showcase EveningPT&F Christmas dinner

1.45pm Year 7-10 Closing Service

Year 10 Final Day

Middle School Activities Day

End of Term 4

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Student Absence Line

(08) 8398 6080 or

Middle School:

msstudentreception@cornerstone.sa.edu.au

Senior School:

ssstudentreception@cornerstone.sa.edu.au

Excursion Information Line

(08) 8398 6080

Second-hand Uniform Shop

Did you know the PT&F operate a

second-hand uniform shop?

It’s located under inbarendi next to EFM gym.

Check the College web site for

opening times.

Phone: (08) 8398 6000

Fax: (08) 8398 6098

mail@cornerstone.sa.edu.au

www.cornerstone.sa.edu.au

/cornerstoneparentconnect

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D O W N L O A D O U R N E WS M A R T P H O N E A P P

c a n t e e n m e n ue v e n t d e t a i l sl i v e c a l e n d a rn e w s l e t t e r sc o n t a c t d e t a i l s

Year 10 Exam Week

Year 11 Exam Week

Year 12 Exam Year 12 Exam

Term 1: 1 February – 15 April 11 weeksTerm 2: 2 May – 1 July 9 weeksYear 12 exams/Staff PD: 4 July – 8 July 1 weekTerm 3: 25 July – 30 September 10 weeksTerm 4: 17 October – 9 December 8 weeks

TERM DATES 2016

We invite you to bring your family and friends along to the Cornerstone College

Friday, 30 October

Get involved....URGENT

Can you help on a stall? We are very short of volunteers.

One hour of your time would be greatly appreciated (Thank you to those who have already

volunteered their time). Time slots required:

5.30-6.30pm / 6.30-7.30pm / 7.30-8.30pm

Email: snoon@cornerstone.sa.edu.au

Some items include:iPad Mini

Autographed Australian Netball Diamonds 2015 World Championship

HoodieCornerstone College

School BagVouchers for clothing,

hair cut, house cleaning, shoes etc.

Entertainment• Drum-line; Little Big Band; JIVE;

Music Tour performance• One50 Dance• Fashion Parade

Amusements• Bubble soccer• Australia’s highest rockclimbing wall• Mini golf, tattoos, face painting,

basketball shot and much more

Stalls• Food and produce• Jewellery, skin care, accessories• Pre-loved clothing, books and games

Food & Drinks• Indian, yiros, pizza, burgers, hash

browns, sausages & onion, chocolate brownies, strawberries & cream, ice-cream sundaes, hot donuts & more. Soft drinks, licensed bar, coffee van.

next friday!

Cornerstone College Inc68 Adelaide RoadMt Barker SA 5251

Phone: 08 8398 6000Fax: 08 8398 6098See connections on the internet www.cornerstone.sa.edu.au

S U M M I T T O S C H O O L · 2 0 1 5

Summit to School On the last day of Term 3, Cornerstone held its annual Summit to School House event. Approximately 700 students and staff walked, ran or cycled from the Summit of Mount Barker back to the College. We were truly blessed with amazing weather – a beautiful spring day which was enjoyed by all. The walkers admired an amazing view as they walked down the summit onto Williams Road and the cyclists and runners took on the challenge of some very big hills on Springs Road. It was a successful day for MOORAK who won the event and took out the ‘Smelly Sandshoe Trophy’.

Congratulations to the following students for their individual achievements

RunnersMale Senior School1st: Lachlan King [48:40 mins]2nd: Leigh Stark3rd: Darcy Smith

Female Senior School1st: Monique Lee [1:03:04 mins]2nd: Charlie Weeks3rd: Niamh Montague

Male Middle School1st: Damon Anning [50:30 mins]2nd: Cooper Hough3rd: Justin Lewis

Female Middle School1st: Olivia Paim-Bruges [1:01:02 mins]2nd: Paige Kleinig3rd: Lily Pfitzner and Hannah Rodert

CyclingMale Senior School1st: Bryce Penno [19:30 mins]2nd: Sam Staska3rd: Harrison Barrett

Female Senior School1st: Eliza Beare [27:27 mins]2nd: Claire Koch

Male Middle School1st: Mitchell Bails [21:30 mins]2nd: Benjamin Holloway3rd: Ethan Miller

Female Middle School1st: Eloise Penno [33:34 mins]2nd: Victoria Beare3rd: Tiana Naitin

Well done to all who participated and got into the House Spirit. I would particularly like to thank Acting Sergeant Chad Bryant and Senior Sergeant Andy Daly from the Mount Barker Police for their help and support for this event.

Miss Rebecca WeissSports Coordinator

HOUSE RESULTS1ST – MOORAK - 20942ND – NATURI - 1826

3RD – BATTUNGA - 18254TH – AROONA - 1817