From the Head of Middle SchoolDear Families and Friends

FINDING FREEDOMWhen visiting a Middle School Home Group recently one of the many questions I was asked by students was what animal I would choose to be. It made me wonder about the feeling it would be to fly over mountains or swim deeply and freely through oceans. We all desire freedom. We were created for it! In a season of life where many of our routines have been interrupted we sense this more than ever. We can search for freedom in many places but it can be like chasing the end of a rainbow. 2 Corinthians 3:17 tells us, “Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” Living in relationship with God certainly does not remove life’s challenges. We can even at times lose sight of the freedom we now have. John 8:36 reminds us, “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” In fact, “Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?” Luke 12:25-31. I am reminded of Liz Bohannon’s words in her book ‘Beginner’s Pluck’, “No one is thinking about you as much as you think they are.” “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1. I am encouraged to not put on worry as a yoke of slavery. But how do we do this? Simply being told ‘do not worry’ seems of little help. Does our freedom from worry come from ourselves? Is it simply the power of positive thinking or is our freedom founded in an unchanging, and sovereign Lord of all, who shares with us how to experience this freedom…“Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10. If you have not yet experienced this freedom I encourage you to speak with someone who has.May God bless you and your family.

Jonathan Carpenter Head of Middle School

(Image from Rev. Laura McLeod’s sermon “Haunting Claims of Freedom”, June 2, 2019 – Brookfield Congregational Church, 2020)

Lost PropertyAll lost property will be placed on a clothes rack and in boxes outside the Front Office during the last week of term. Please also check at Student Services for valuable items such as watches, spectacles, jewellery and more.Any items not claimed by the end of term will either be given to the Uniform Shop, First Aid or donated to Charity.

IMPORTANT DATES

SOUTH PLYMPTONJULYFri 3 Whole School Casual Day

End of TermNormal finish time

Mon 20 Student Free Day

Tue 21 Term 3 Commences

BROOKLYN PARKJULYFri 3 Whole School Casual Day

F- Yr 2 - End of TermNormal finish time

Mon 20 F-Yr 2 Student Free Day

Tue 21 F-Yr 2 Term 3 Commences

NewsletterWeek 9 Term 2 | 24 June 2020

Weekly Prayer Connect Postponed until further notice

Weekly Coffee Connect South Plympton Postponed until further notice Brooklyn Park Postponed until further notice

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Whole School Casual Day - Friday 3 July 2020

A Gold Coin Donation (or more)With funds supporting The Welcome Centre

Helping refugees in Adelaide who have struggled over the Covid period

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Junior School - South PlymptonDebating Workshops Empowering Our Year 5/6 Students

"I learned how to think critically, how to develop arguments, how to speak clearly and how to research. Everything I do - teaching, writing and advocacy - uses these skills. I learnt word economy which has been enormously valuable ...in teaching and is much appreciated by my students."Erwin Chemerinsky Dean of the University of California.

All students in Year 5/6 classes have experienced a 6-week workshop experiencing the process of how to structure a debate. They have discussed how valuable Debating skills can be transferred to other areas of their lives and into their future workplaces.

Robust class discussions analysing the topic from different perspectives in society: "That Australia Day celebration should be moved."

All students were given a role in preparing for a live debate. Learning how to stand and speak in front of an audience provided an opportunity for students to polish their public speaking skills.

Some Year 5/6 students insights after the Debating workshops.

Adit: "I used to think debating was boring and tiring but now I think it is exciting and fun to do." Aiden: "Debating can be amazing."

Emily: "It is challenging in a good way."

Chloe: "I used to think that debating was like a meeting, just talking about issues but now I think debating is arguing your point of view, hard work in researching and challenging."

ECC Lego Masters Competition

This last month we had over 100 student Lego entries participating in the three different categories organised by the Year 6 Leadership Team. The Year 3/4 category was: "A whole new world." Over forty very creative Lego worlds were entered. The leaders did not realize how difficult the role of judging could be. In the end, they were able to whittle it down to six overall winners.

Congratulations to Tyler, Jacob, Diana, Amelie, Chloe and Ethan

The Year 5/6 students had the challenge of building a character and/or vehicle. Honourable mentions go to Levi, Sammy and Samuel.

Congratulations to the following winners:Creativity - SavannahDesign - JesseAesthetics - Stephanie

We would like to thank all students who participated and their families for their support.

We look forward to seeing what the students create at our Brooklyn Park Campus later this month.

Susanne Milne Year 3 - 6 Curriculum and Learning

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Junior School - Brooklyn ParkGrowing Our Vocabulary

Our mission in Year 1/2 at Brooklyn Park has been to grow our vocabulary. By reading independently every day, listening to a wide variety of stories and discussing how we connect to these stories, our students have become even more passionate about reading and learning new words. Our major focus has been on increasing our word bank of adjectives and how to use them effectively to create engaging introductions to our narratives. As the students at Emmaus grow their vocabularies, they are equally growing their ability to become exceptional communicators. In Proverbs 18:20 it says, “Words satisfy the soul as food satisfies the stomach; the right words on a person’s lips bring satisfaction.”

Kristy Houston JP Coordinator and Year 1/2 Teacher

College Employment OpportunitiesAdministration & Marketing Officer (37.5 hrs per week for 44 weeks per year)

Emmaus Christian College is seeking an energetic and outgoing customer relations professional to work in the College Front Office and provide support for the Admissions & Marketing Team.

This diverse role requires a range of skills within customer service, administration and marketing, providing many exciting opportunities to expand a professional portfolio and develop existing aptitudes. It is suited to a communicative ‘people’s person’ who is passionate about creating positive first-impressions and develop meaningful relationships across the entire Emmaus community (including new and existing families, students, staff and visitors).

The role will also suit a digitally capable person with exceptionally high attention to detail, given the responsibility for the accurate entry, detailed interrogation and general management of sensitive data including student records.

Further details are available on the College website under ‘About/Working at Emmaus’.

PLEASE NOTE: Applications close on Wednesday 1 July, 2020.

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Middle SchoolHere is a Wordsearch using a handful of our Middle School Teachers names, also included is one that is not on the list...can you find them all?

Created by Charlotte and Tasha, 8R

College News Makerspace Term 3: Lego Robot Combat!

Makerspace will run from 3.15pm – 4.45pm on Wednesday's from Week 3 to Week 7 in Term 3.

This is now open to Years 7 and 8 in teams of two to build lego robots to battle in an arena.

The tournament will happen during lunchtimes in Weeks 7 and 8.

Places are limited, so nominate your team today! Consent forms can be collected from Mr David Chu, Mr Andre Van der Merwe or Student Services.

David Chu Middle/Senior School Teacher

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Senior School

Brooklyn Park Teddy Bear’s Picnic

The Year 12 student leaders spent a fun morning with the ELC and Junior Primary students at Brooklyn Park on Thursday 18 June. The theme for the day was Teddy Bear’s Picnic and we spent time with the Junior students making masks, creating picnic fare, playing games and reading bear stories. It was a beautiful day for a picnic and the ‘big’ kids really enjoyed themselves and were exemplary in how they interacted with the ‘little’ kids, their teddy bears and helped out!

The students from Emmaus enjoyed themselves so much that we intend to continue the program throughout the remainder of the year. It is a wonderful way to make connections in our community and a credit to the leaders who have the drive to make it happen.

Andrea Grear Adam Wood Head of Senior School Chaplain

Career Expo and Subject Selection Night 2020

After a successful Careers Night last year, we are looking forward to offering a chance for parents and students to once again meet subject experts, tertiary representatives and training organisations so they can make subject selections for their Senior years at our College, based on an understanding of their career and life aspirations.

This year may look a little different due to COVID-19 regulations so more information will be given closer to the date. The venue will be at the Adelaide West Uniting Church to provide the spacing we need to fit in as many people as possible with whatever restrictions we will still be dealing with in August. What we definitely will be able to offer is expert talks on SACE, University Admission procedures, VET course information and trade pathways and a chance to talk with the senior subject teachers and faculty coordinators.

This is a compulsory event for students in Years 9, 10 and 11 to attend with a parent. Students will be doing preparation for this night in PLP, CCAPP and Year 9 Classes.

More details to follow early in Term 3 as we understand better how COVID-19 restrictions will affect this event.

Tuesday 4 August, Week 3, Term 3 at Adelaide West Uniting Church, 5.30pm - 8.30pm

Any enquiries please email me.

Belinda Willcocks Director of Teaching and Learning for Secondary School

Holiday Workshops for Stage 2 Subjects at ECC

Subject Date TimeDrama Wednesday 15, Thursday 16 and Friday 17 July TBC

12 English Literary Studies Wednesday 15 July 10am - 1pm

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CanteenWe would like to thank you for your support this term. Special thanks to our student volunteers for volunteering their Friday lunch times to help us out; Asha, Chris, Coco, Josh, Rani, Amy, Chelsea, Elise, Jacob, Jessica, Megan, Nicolas, Petia, Stephanie, Tegan, Zoe and the Year 12 captains who helped out with The Showdown Donuts.

Our parent volunteers are welcome back next term. If you would like to volunteer in the canteen you can find out more by clicking here. Enjoy the winter holidays.

Blessings

Sharon Hughes Canteen Manager

Uniform ShopOpening Hours for School Holidays

Week 1 Closed Week 2 Thursday 11.00am - 4.00pm Friday 9.00am - 1.30pm

Please note that the Uniform Shop WILL be open as normal on Monday 20 July (Student Free Day).

2020 Normal Opening Hours

Monday 8.30am - 10.00am Thursday 8.30am - 10.00am 3.00pm - 5.00pm 1.00pm - 1.30pm 3.00pm - 5.00pm

If you need any uniform, please do not hesitate to email or phone. You can also order and purchase items via phone on 08 8292 3810.

Christine Blom-Cursaro Uniform Shop Manager

Community NewsGrasshopper Soccer - Term 3 enrolments are now available

Grasshopper Soccer is a fun, non-competitive way for your child to make a start or continue developing skills in soccer. The programs run for 8 weeks. They run all year round in line with school terms. Grasshopper Soccer offers programs for all skill levels to allow your child to develop and improve skills in preparation for club soccer. The programs will introduce, teach and improve soccer skills using fun-based games focusing on motor skills, shooting, dribbling, goal keeping, passing and teamwork. All their sites have a Covid Safe plan in place and have minimised any health risk by implementing changes to their routine following the guides set out by the Department of Health. Sessions are currently held at Unley High School, Lockleys Primary School, Flagstaff Hill Primary School, Plympton Primary School and Bellevue Heights Primary School. If you are new to their program it is FREE to 'Come and Try'. For further information, visit their website or contact Bobby on 0480 129 125.

Edwardstown Football Club

Edwardstown Football Club are welcoming new players - all ages - Auskick to U12, girls and boys.More information please visit their website.

Holiday ActivitiesAustralian Sports Camps (ASC) 7 - 9 July

Australian Sports Camps have run camps for over 36 years in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Soccer, Hockey, Basketball, Rugby Union, Rugby League and Tennis. They are dedicated in providing the best sports coaching for boys and girls (6-16 years) of all standards. Specialist coaches or guest professional sports stars attend daily to run specific skills sessions. They are delighted to have paired up with other providers to offer even more options including Futsal, Rock Climbing, Golf and more! Further information can be found on their website or by phoning 1300 914 368.

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