As camps wrap up for most of our students this year, I have been encouraged to hear so many stories of growth from their time away. Each day at staff devotions, we have had the opportunity to hear of students who have stepped into new opportunities, shown their ability to think outside the square, or expressed their desire to lead in ways they’ve not attempted before.
It is inspiring each of us to continue to recognise the holistic growth in the lives of every student. One of the College’s key focus areas for camps is relationship growth; growing stronger relationships with each other and with God, as together, students and staff commit to learning more about God’s world, via the valuable experiences that camps provide.
I’m looking forward to hearing all that our Year 3 students experience on their first camp in Term 3.
Felicity Marlow Principal
Let Go and Let God
In the midst of life's challenges and uncertainties, it can be easy to lose sight of our faith. But trusting God in all circumstances is essential for finding peace, purpose, and hope amidst the struggles we face. It requires surrendering our fears and doubts to God, letting go of control, and trusting in His unfailing love and wisdom.
Trusting God means believing that He has a plan and purpose for our lives, even when we cannot see or understand it. It means acknowledging that God is sovereign over all things and that He is working all things together for our good, even in the midst of trials and hardships. It means having faith that God's promises are true and that He will always provide for our needs.
But trusting God is sometimes easier said than done. It requires us to confront our deepest fears and insecurities and to surrender our desires and plans to His will. It means letting go of our need for control and trusting in God's timing and direction. And it means putting our faith into action by seeking God's guidance, obeying His commands, and stepping out in faith even when it feels uncomfortable or uncertain. Jeremiah 29:11 states, "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." This verse reminds us that God has a purpose for our lives and that we can trust Him to guide us on our journey.
Trusting God is not a one-time decision but a daily practice. It requires continually surrendering our hearts and minds to God and a willingness to let Him lead us through every circumstance. When we trust in God, we can find peace in the midst of chaos, hope in the face of uncertainty, and joy in the knowledge that we are never alone. The Bible reminds us of God's faithfulness and assures us that He will never leave or forsake us. In Hebrews 13:5, we read, “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’”
So let us trust in God today and every day, knowing He is faithful and true. Let us place our hope and confidence in His promises and walk forward in faith, knowing that He will guide and sustain us through every circumstance.
Dee Fulcher Head of Primary Years
New Dance Teacher & Seed Academy Term 2 Invoices
Seed Academy Dance Tutor
As previously communicated our current dance teacher Miss Sarah who teaches our Seed Academy Dance classes on Wednesdays has communicated that she will be pursuing new opportunities at the end of the term and is excited for where God will take her. We would like to thank Miss Sarah for her hard work and dedication to our students. We wish Miss Sarah all the best in her future endeavours.
After much consideration, we are very pleased to announce that a new Dance Teacher has been appointed for our Seed Academy Tiny Tots Preschool, Junior & Intermediate Jazz classes. This new tutor will cover all our Wednesday Dance classes. We are very excited to introduce her and will release more information shortly as well as an updated profile. Please keep an eye out for this announcement.
Enrol Now for Term 2 Dance
We currently have limited positions in our Tiny Tots Preschool, Junior & Intermediate Jazz, Jazz Funk & Ballet. Please email seed@nwcc.nsw.edu.au to enquire about enrolment. For more information about our Dance classes please head to our website by clicking here. If you wish to view our Dance timetable, please click here
Term 2 Enrolment
Please notify us at seed@nwccc.nsw.edu.au before the end of Term 1 if you wish to un-enrol or make any changes to your Seed Academy enrolment. Unless we receive advice by the end of Term 1 that your child does not wish to continue their lessons in Term 2 we will roll over the enrolment package for the new Term.
Seed Academy aims to provide continuity with lesson days and times going into Term 2. However, sometimes we may need to adjust your child’s lesson time. If this occurs, either Seed Academy or your child’s tutor will communicate those changes to you.
Creative Kids Vouchers
Please log into your parent portal to upload your creative kids’ vouchers. The last day for accepting these vouchers for use on term 2 fees will be Friday, 14 April. Any vouchers sent through after this date will be applied to the following term.
Term 2 Invoices
Seed Academy will email you when your Term 2 invoice is ready and in your parent portal. Any Credit Vouchers on your account will already be applied to your Term 2 invoice. Please notify us at seed@nwccc.nsw.edu.au before the end of Term 1 if you wish to un-enrol or make any changes to your Seed Academy enrolment.
Invoice processing dates
Tuition fees on your invoice will be charged to the payment method you have added into your parent portal at 3 am on the following dates:
Term 2 fees Tuesday, 18 April 2023
Term 3 fees Tuesday, 18 July 2023
Term 4 fees Tuesday, 3 October 2023
Seed Academy tuition fees will be charged to your nominated payment method by EziDebit. EziDebit is our third-party payment provider. Please be aware, EziDebit charges a $9.90 dishonour fee for any failed transaction attempt (payable by you as the customer) due to insufficient funds.
You can make sure your payment details are up to date in your parent portal https://seedacademy.classmaestro.com/. Please note your child will be unable to commence lessons until the term fees have been paid in full.
Imago Day 2023
Our theme for Imago Day this year is ‘All God’s Children’ as we consider what it means to be Imago Dei - “made in the image of God”.
In the week (Week 10) leading up to Thursday, 30 March the College class devotions will explore what it means to treat each other as God’s children as through faith in Jesus ‘each of you is equal with each other, whether you are a Jew or a Greek, a slave or a free person, a man or a woman’ (Galatians 3:28 (CEV)).
On Thursday, 30 March students are encouraged to celebrate the diversity of being ‘All God’s Children’ by wearing cultural dress or, if this is unavailable, they could wear their House sports shirt or a sporting team jersey for the day. Students are encouraged to bring cultural foods for their lunch.
Cross Country 2023
Cross Country will be held on Friday, 31 March. For more information click here
The NWCC P&F is excited to be handing out free ice blocks at Cross Country and they thank all of those who have registered to volunteer for this event and others throughout the year. Volunteer opportunities are always available at nwpfa.com.
P&F Hot Cross Bun Drive - 2023
NWCC Parents and Friends Association (P&F) is excited to be running an Easter Hot Cross Bun drive with the support of Bakers Delight Rouse Hill Town Centre. Please go to nwpfa.com and click on “P&F Fundraising” to place your order for take home 6 packs (delivered Wednesday, 5 April) or have your child enjoy a delicious Hot Cross Bun at recess on Wednesday, 5 April.
Flavours include – Traditional Fruit (Vegan Friendly), Apple and Cinnamon, Chocolate Chip, Fruitless and Blueberry & White Chocolate with Gluten Free available (supported by Woolworths). Orders close Wednesday, 29 March.
As the year marches on we are starting to work on preparing our Mother’s Day Guessing competition. If anyone has any goods or services to offer as we build our prizes please reach out to the P&F at parentsandfriends@nwcc.nsw.edu.au
Shrek the Musical
The cast of Shrek! The Musical have been doing an amazing job rehearsing, learning their lines, singing their songs, and practising their dance moves. The excitement is building as we get closer to the actual performances, and we cannot wait to see you there. As such, we are excited to announce that Shrek! The Musical tickets are on sale!
There will be five performances:
Wednesday, 3 May at 7:00pm Thursday, 4 May at 7:00pm Friday, 5 May at 7:00pm Saturday, 6 May at 1:00pm Saturday, 6 May at 7:00pm
Below is the summary of ticket prices
Early Bird (available till Thursday, 6 April) Adults (16+): $31 Child (up to 15): $26 Family (2 adults and 2 children): $103
Standard (from Friday, 7 April onwards) Adults (16+): $36 Child (up to 15): $31 Family (2 adults and 2 children): $124
A digital copy of your ticket will need to be brought to each performance as seats are allocated. Tickets will be scanned on arrival prior to entering the auditorium.
We are ‘believers’ of our incredibly talented and hardworking cast and hope that you can join us in seeing their God-given gifts on display.
Directions is heading in a new Direction
Over the past few months, the College Executive and Marketing teams have been reviewing parent engagement with our fortnightly Directions newsletter. I am writing to you today to let you know that we are heading in a new direction (pun intended).
At the start of Term 2, Directions will be replaced by Equip. The name Equip should be familiar to you, as it serves as our January newsletter provided to families at the commencement of each new year. Based on the feedback from parents in the 2022 Directions Survey, Equip will be emailed, as well as being made available on the Parent App and College website.
Equip will be distributed to our community twice per term. In Term 2 you will receive Equip in Week 1 and Week 8. This new format will include all the usual notices and articles, along with: · term dates and a calendar of upcoming events, · highlights across ELC, Primary, Secondary, Seed Academy and Ngarra, · stories and updates about our Alumni, and · a lot more photos!
Primary Communication Notes will still be accessible through the Parent App and Parent Links on the website, and App Broadcasts will continue to notify families of relevant updates. For regular photos of recent events, these will continue to be posted on the College's Facebook and Instagram accounts.
We hope that Equip will truly equip you and your families, to continue to engage with and be prepared for all that is happening at the College.
Primary Communication Notes
Click here to read the Primary Communication Notes.
