Image: With compliments of Kennedy Baptist College  "Through the Lens" Camera Club

Dear Parents   

The strategic planning for Kennedy includes addressing the learning needs of all individuals and we are currently implementing further strategies to ensure this priority is achieved.

Firstly, the Learning Support team at the College will be expanded to include an additional full time Education Assistant, to provide further care in classes, in addition to a part time Support Teacher to develop strategies in our upskilling programs. The addition of supplementary staff provides expansion of the learning options for students requiring academic support.

Secondly, the Curriculum Administration team has developed a new program to address the needs of students requiring academic extension and enrichment. Known as the Kennedy Extension and Enrichment Program (KEEP), this program provides the opportunity for prospective Year 7 students to be identified through our testing program. These students will engage in a modified curriculum as a separate cohort group and progress through to extension classes in further years. In the past this process has been completed informally in Year 7 classes, however, commencing next year a KEEP class will operate with a formal extension program designed to challenge all members of this class.

Stage 3A Building Program

Over the next 2 weeks, Firm Construction will commence stage 3A of our campus building program. This will include the development of new Music studios and classes above the Café which will then be followed by new studios for Visual Art, Dance and Drama facilities. We will endeavour to minimise the disruption to surrounding classes whilst refurbishment takes place. We are currently working with our architects on development plans for new Science laboratories and our new Sports Centre.

Mr Mark Ashby
Principal

I have had one of those weeks where life takes on a clarity not known before. Where, as an individual, the big, important questions come into focus, such as, “Why am I here?” and, “What is the purpose of my life?”  To know that place which is near to the heart of God.
Many organisations have a mission statement, which succinctly states the reason for their existence. Kennedy Baptist College has such a statement, consisting of 18 words – “To provide educational opportunities of excellence in a Christian context, addressing the needs of individuals for lifelong learning.” Such a statement not only gives us a reason for what we are doing, but also sets us a number of goals, such as educational excellence and lifelong learning. It is also inclusive, in that every person, staff, students and guardians, are included in the statement.
So, as I was asking the ‘big’ questions, I began to wonder, how would my personal mission statement read? I eventually came up with this.  “My mission is to inform, encourage, and challenge all those I serve, as to their potential in Christ.”  Each time I read this I get an internal, “Yes.” It’s me. It is the reason I left New Zealand and moved to Australia. It is the reason I have spent years in study and it is the reason I am here today. I fully believe that we all have a God defined purpose in life, and to the same degree I also believe that in finding our divine purpose we also find fullness of peace and joy. I am going to finish with one of my favourite quotes from one of my heroes of the faith, Augustine (350 CE-430 CE), “Thou hast created us for Thyself and our heart is not quiet until it rests in Thee.”

Back Row from left : Megan Mak, Claudia Lock, Ashleigh Donjerkovich, Jasmine Millea and Grace Russell
Middle : Lauren Callahan, Chelsea Hanham, and Tamila Andreeva
Front Row: Brigette Portelli, Blake Hattrick and Phoebe Dibbin.
​Absent from photo: Jack Hockey, Dylan De San Miguel , Kathryn Hill and Ellena Udo

Thursday 11 June was an exciting night for our Year 9 Art students at The Atwell Gallery. Our talented artists were announced the Year 9 winners of the 13th Annual Atwell Youth Awards.

The work that the students created were individual pieces. Approximately 15 cats were put together to create a community of 'crazy cats'. Each cat had a different pattern, scale and sense of humour.

The class came up with a design, fabric was cut and sewn and plaster of paris poured into the fabric cast, creating the cat statues/caricatures. The students then developed patterns and designs and painted these onto the cats.

The Artist statement that was submitted with the piece read:

"We tried to create a small community of ‘crazy’ cats. Inspired by the work of Romero Britto, we used interesting patterns and bold colours to capture the imagination and introduce the world to these crazy cats. Nestled in their kitty litter trays, they turn the mundane into the exciting, the crazy"

Congratulations and well done.

"THROUGH THE LENS" Camera Club

Founded by Isabel Yap in 2013 and backed by the immense support of Mrs Campbell and Mr Wilkins, “Through The Lens” aims to inspire the young people of Kennedy Baptist College to take up the art of photography.

Through The Lens, originally named the ‘Photography/Camera Club’ until a new name was decided by the ever growing members, has come far from its early days. Since its inception, Through The Lens has captured many of the memorable moments of the College, including events such as the World’s Greatest Shave, Open Days, Swimming Carnivals and Sports Carnivals.

More than just learning the mechanics of a camera, Through the Lens encourages the discovery of inner creativity and its expression: the elegance of painting a photograph. Members are motivated to keep creating something better at Through the Lens, where rewards are occasionally given for impressive demonstration of creative skills.

New members are welcome to attend. For more details see Mrs Campbell or Mr Wilkins.

THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S INTERNATIONAL AWARD

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is the world’s leading achievement award for young people, bringing together practical experiences and life skills to create committed global citizens and equipping young people for life.

Kennedy Baptist College is an Award Unit of this internationally recognised Award for young people. Coordinated by Ms Melissa Rasmussen, the Award enables our young people to take full advantage of the diverse opportunities offered by Kennedy Baptist College. The Award is designed to be an individual challenge based on the unique interests of each participant in the areas of Physical Recreation, Skill, Service and an Adventurous Journey. More

You are invited to our Drama Showcase 2015. A selection of performance pieces from our Year 8 - 12 Drama students promise to provide an enjoyable evening. Details are:

• Tuesday 30 June
• 7pm start with approximate finish time of 9pm
• Admission - $2.00 at the door, unreserved seating
• Refreshments will be available during intermission

We hope that you can join us for this event.

Georgia  Needham of Year 7 has been selected to represent Western Australia in the WA Schools Hockey 12s Team to compete in the National Championships here in Perth, from the 2 – 7 August, 2015. The event will be hosted at the Challenge Stadium Turf.

Georgia plays for Melville City Hockey Club in the Girls 7/8 A Competition. She completed a series of trials, and the final selection was made over the recent long weekend at the Bunbury Country Championships.

We wish Georgia all the best for the National Championships.

UNKNOWN DEPOSITS

The following deposits have been made to the College's bank account. Details are as below:

• 13/4  2588594 School Fees                                         
• 12/5  2742008 School Fees
• 10/6  000433

If you have made any of these deposits please contact Mrs Gill Wood of our Finance Department 9314 7722 or email  fees@kennedy.wa.edu.au

KENNEDY P&F DINNER

The Kennedy P&F dinner this term will be held on Wednesday 24 June.There are still spaces available. Details are as follows:

Place: Himali Gurkha (17 Kearns Crescent, Ardross)
Date: Wednesday 24 June 2015
Time: 7.00pm
Cost: $36.00 per person

Numbers are limited so please let us know as soon as possible if you would like to attend the dinner (with numbers) - please email pandfkennedybaptistcollege@gmail.com

This is a great opportunity to connect with other Kennedy parents and our College Principal. We hope to see you there.

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The list below shows the upcoming events for the next 2 weeks. Please visit our website for more dates and events

Thursday 18 June
Newsletter
3AB Politics and Law Excursion
Year 8 Vaccination 2

Sunday 21 June
Year 12 Outdoor Education Abseiling Excursion

Monday 22 June - Friday 26 June
Student Council Week

Tuesday 23 June
Free Dress Day
Year 8 Social Community Service
South of Swan Dance Festival

Wednesday 24 June
Assembly (Years10-12)

Thursday 25 June
French Tour - Parent Information Evening
Year 8 Vaccination Catchup Day
South of Swan Dance Festival

Friday 26 June
Zero to Hero Day
Year 8, 9 & 10 Rugby Incursion

Monday 29 June
Year 11 Integrated Science Excursion

Tuesday 30 June
Drama Showcase

Wednesday 1July
Assembly (Years 7-9)
Year 12 Physic Excursion - Gin Gin

Wednesday 1 July - Friday 10 July
Ski Trip - NewZealand

Thursday 2 July - Sunday 12 July
Cambodia Trip

Thursday 2 July
Term 2 Last Day for Students
Newsletter

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PARENTING COURSES FOR JUNE 2015

• Fathering after Separation
• Parent Child Connection
• Kids and Todays Technology
• Parent Teen
• Understanding Stepfamilies
• Mums Raising Boys
• Dads Raising Teenage Boys
• Dads Raising Girls

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