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8WEEK

OF 10

Term 4

Gilson Gazette - 29 November 2019

Year 6 Market Day

2019

Weekly Newsletter for Parents, Students and Friends of Gilson College

Year 6 Market Day

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Contents

general newsNO SCHOOL ON WEDNESDAY 4TH DECEMBER .........................4GCCC NEWS ...............................................................................4SCHOOL FEES ARE DUE ..............................................................4

general newsAWARDS NAMES ........................................................................5PRIMARY FUN DAY PICNIC - FRIDAY 6TH DECEMBER ..................5PRIMARY AWARDS NIGHT ..........................................................5SRC CHRISTMAS DRESS UP DAY ................................................5YEAR 6 MARKET DAY ..................................................................5

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I was wrong.

Many years ago, I lived for a time in the USA and while I have family over there I didn’t really know a great deal about some of the more subtle cultural differences.

Now we share quite a few things in common with our American friends: language – mostly, McDonalds and KFC – regrettably, welcoming people from all parts of the globe – rightfully, as well as having a ‘can do’ attitude – for the most part. However there are a few things where we differ and one of the more obvious is that we drive on the left side of the road and they drive on the right. Anyway, I recall having a conversation with one of my good American friends about driving and using what they call a ‘stick-shift’ or what we call a car with a manual gearbox.

In the US it is estimated that perhaps less than 5% of vehicles are manual cars while here in Australia in the past we were a nation that liked the manual gearbox. I was certain that Australians would never want to give up their ‘control’ over the vehicle. My grandma drove an automatic and no self-respecting Aussie would admit to driving an automatic – it was almost like saying that you couldn’t drive properly! Years ago, it was common to hear the expressions ‘three on the tree’ (column shift) or ‘four on the floor’ to describe a gearbox, today we rarely hear that talk in Australia. No longer can you ‘grind ‘em till ya find em’ because it’s all smooth five, six, seven or even eight speed automatics that reign supreme.

Today they estimate that in Australia around 70% of the new car market is automatic – despite the fact that they cost more and can be less fuel-efficient. And these days most of the time I too drive an automatic – just like my Grandma did! The lesson that I’ve learned is that it can be quite difficult to predict the future and now I’m a little more cautious when suggesting what might happen. When we look into the future, nobody has the ability to be right all the time.

There is one exception - Jesus – and He made some rather outrageous claims. “This gospel will be preached in all the world” (Mt 24:14) - How did he know?!

Suppose Lenin, Marx or Napoleon had said that? We would laugh at the notion – but Jesus got it right.

He also said things that no human being could say - “Heaven and earth will pass away but my words will never pass away” (Mt 24, Mk 13, Luke 21). Many have tried to silence His words, ban the Bible and stop people from reading it, but His words endure in spite of the opposition.

Yes – I was wrong. However, Jesus’ comments on a whole range of topics far more significant than gearboxes have travelled across the centuries with a laser-like precision. Never wrong and spectacularly accurate.

It’s worth a thought. Mark B Vodell Principal

Editorial: Auto or Manual

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general news

NO SCHOOL ON WEDNESDAY 4TH DECEMBER

We have been advised by PowerCor our Energy Provider that there will be a power outage on Wednesday 4th December from 9.45 am to 3.30 pm.

The College Leadership have assessed the situation, taking into account that the safety of our students is paramount, the College will unfortunately close on Wednesday 4th December. It would be in the best interest of our students to remain at home on this day.

Please note that OSHC services will not be available

also.We sincerely apologise of

the inconvenience this will cause

GCCC NEWS• 30th November - Join us

as we have our Pathfinders and Adventurers Investiture service. Followed by a lunch as we farewell some of our families leaving Gilson. Please bring a plate to share. PLEASE NOTE - Life groups will commence first in the morning, followed by the main service shortly after.

SCHOOL FEES ARE DUEA reminder to all parents

we have 2 weeks till end of term. Overdue fees need to be settled as soon as possible. Payment arrangements can be made with the College Bursar.

Year 6 Market Day

Verse of the Week“Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are

doing.” 1 Thessalonians 5:11

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general news

AWARDS NAMESOn Monday morning

one student from each class was acknowledged for demonstrating the value of ‘Grace’. FH – Jacob AnishFR – Verena Mobarak1H – Langa Nkomo1L – Apeksha Saravana Perumal1W – Haylo James2J – Janaya Henry2Z – Julia Luu3H – Jonathan Sawiras3R – Rebekkah Luca3T – Anish Pasupulate4S – Tata Kokoro4W – Ojas Khanna5A – Isabelle Iacopino5H – Neili Perera5S – Tamara Cucanic6G – Aracecili Miranda6H – Claudia Rogulic6M – Jayda GermanoFrench – Rebekkah Luca

PRIMARY FUN DAY PICNIC - FRIDAY 6TH DECEMBER

Our annual Primary Fun Day is fast approaching. This year we

are trialing something different. Rather than spending thousands of dollars on Carnival Rides, we are having a Tabloid sports morning. After our games, we would love all Parents to come and join us for a picnic lunch at 12.00 pm. Remember to BYO food.

PRIMARY AWARDS NIGHTOn Monday the 9th of

December we have our annual Primary Awards Night. Doors will open at 6:00 pm. Students are expected to be seated with their teacher by 6:15 pm.

SRC CHRISTMAS DRESS UP DAY

On Thursday 5th December, Gilson Primary are having a Christmas Clothes Day. Students can come dressed in Christmas colours and/or costumes. Please bring a cold coin donation to support ADRA’s Christmas Tree program which supports less fortunate families at Christmas time.

YEAR 6 MARKET DAYOn 21st November, after

weeks of preparation, the Year 6 classes held their Market Day in the 5/6 building. The purpose of the project was to learn about

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running a business, and to value the feeling of giving to those less fortunate and in need. All sorts of goodies were sold from iced teas, milkshakes, brownies, ice cream to sport competitions and handmade items.

6G raised $1103.90 for StreetSmart. It is a small Youth group in Melbourne that fundraises to support grassroots projects that tackle homelessness.

6M raised $945.80 for the ALC, a Seventh-day Adventist school in Lebanon that teaches a majority of students as refugees from Syria and runs off donations.

6H raised $779 for the Royal Fire Service in the wake of bushfires around Australia.

Well done year 6, your teachers are proud of your efforts!

The VALUE for Week 9 of Term 4 will be:

Affirmation is a declaration that something is true and to recognise positive attributes of others. We can affirm people by noticing them, listening to them, acknowledging and congratulating them,

treating them with dignity and encouraging them.“The measure of a truly great man is the courtesy with which he treats lesser men.” Anonymous

“Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.”1 Thessalonians 5:11

AFFIRMATION

Parents and Guardians are Invited to attend

Start 9:00amDuration: 100 minutes

Dress: Normal School UniformAwards presented:

Behaviour Awards (Silver),Behaviour Awards (Bronze),Academic Endeavour Awards,

House Sport Awards.Note: All Year 12 Awards

are given out on the Awards

Secondary Awards Assembly

Friday 6th DecemberPresentation of those

awards not presented on the Secondary Awards Night and

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Gilson College Vacation Care Program 11th December — 13th December 2019 Week 1

Wednesday 11th Dec Thursday 12th Dec Friday 13th Dec

Cooking

Pizza Scrolls

DIY Christmas Decorations

Cooking

Dirty Vegan Rice

Electronic Games

Cooking

Gingerbread

Water Balloon Piniatas **SPARE CLOTHES MUST

BE PACKED FOR

CHILDREN** Hours: 6.45am — 6.15pm Breakfast Club: Finishes at 8.45pm Morning tea: 10.30am Lunch: 12.30 — 1.30pm Afternoon tea: 4pm

Our activities will be offered during the day and the children will have the opportunity to work with any or all of them. Our everyday games and play spaces will be available throughout each day. Activities may alter depending on children’s interests.

Gilson College Vacation Care Program 16th December — 20th December 2019 Week 2

Monday 16th Dec Tuesday 17th Dec Wednesday 18th Dec Thursday 19th Dec Friday 20th Dec

Cooking Gingerbread Cookies

Cubby House making

Cooking Giant Veg Sausage Rolls

Decorating Cookies

Excursion

Bacchus Marsh Strawberry and Cherry

Farm

Cooking Christmas Shortbread

Costume Making

Party day & Dress Up

Parade

* Lunch Provided*

Our daily morning tea may include: Fresh fruit such as apples, pears, oranges, pineapple, bananas, watermelon, cantaloupe,

kiwifruit, strawberries, mandarins and grapes. A nutritious afternoon tea is made during the day by the children

Please ensure that children have their lunches with them each day, there is a fee charged if lunch is forgotten.

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Gilson College Vacation Care Program 20th January — 24th January 2020 Week 1

Monday 20th January Tuesday 21st January Wednesday 22nd January Thursday 23rd January Friday 24th January

Cooking

Cheesy Pumpkin and Blackbean Soft Taco

Bake

Flag Making with sand

Cooking

Mini Pavlova and lemon curd making

EXCURSION

BBQ Day

Brimbank Park

Cooking

Ice –cube Tray Vegan Cheesecake Bites

Gilson Domino Topple

Cooking

Rainbow Sushi Rolls

Make Your Own Icy Poles

Hours: 6.45am — 6.15pm Breakfast Club: Finishes at 8.45pm Morning tea: 10.30am Lunch: 12.30 — 1.30pm Afternoon tea: 4pm

Our activities will be offered during the day and the children will have the opportunity to work with any or all of them. Our everyday games and play spaces will be available throughout each day. Activities may alter depending on children’s interests.

Gilson College Vacation Care Program 27th January — 29th January 2020 Week 2

Monday 27th Jan. Tuesday 28th Jan Wednesday 29th Jan

Australia Day Public Holiday

Cooking Sticky Caramel and Apple Vegan Slice

Beach Awareness and

Jelly Fish Art

Party day

*Lunch Provided*

Our daily morning tea may include: Fresh fruit such as apples, pears, oranges, pineapple, bananas, watermelon, cantaloupe,

kiwifruit, strawberries, mandarins and grapes. A nutritious afternoon tea is made during the day by the children

Please ensure that children have their lunches with them each day, there is a fee charged if lunch is forgotten.

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• Why treating our kids as physically and emotionally fragile is bad for their future

• That your kids are not in constant danger • How independence impacts children • How to raise nimble problem solvers • Ideas to know how safe, smart and capable your kids can be

When Wednesday 27 November 2019 8:00pm AEDT. If you are unable to make the scheduled time you can simply register and access the recording later. How you can register

1. Click this link: https://www.parentingideas.com.au/parent-resources/parent-webinars/webinar-brave-parenting-in-a-culture-riddled-with-worry

2. Click ‘Add to cart’ 3. Click ‘View cart’ 4. Enter the voucher code BRAVE and click ‘Apply’. Your discount of $37 will be

applied to the order. This voucher is valid until 27 December 2019. 5. Click ‘Proceed to checkout’ 6. Fill in your account details. These are the details you will use to login to your

account and access your parenting material 7. Click ‘Place Order’

This voucher code is valid until 27 December 2019, so we encourage you to redeem it right away to secure your free webinar.

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SECONDARY CALENDARTERM 4 2019

Week 9

m 2nddecemberYear 12 Formal

m 3rddecemberYear 8 Walk

m 6thdecemberSecondary Fun Day

Week 10

m 10thdecemberSecondary Awards Night

m 10thdecemberLast day of school

CALENDAR 2019

Year 6 Market Day

PRIMARY CALENDARTERM 4 2019

Week 9

m 3rd decemberOSHC Party

m 5th decemberYear 6 Graduation Dinner

m 6th decemberFun Day and Picnic

Week 10

m 9th decemberPrimary Awards Night

m 10th decemberLast day of school