Dear Regent College families, Welcome to this final Regent News for 2015. I would like to begin by thanking each of you for the warm welcome I have received, in my first year as Principal.
A few reflections. One particularly enjoyable routine that I have, is just stepping outside the office and interacting with students, as they sit and eat in
'the quadrangle'. As many of you would know, it really is quite a unique little space. I think it actually captures the essence of what makes Regent College so special - the togetherness, the community. I have appreciated the opportunity to share some ideas about learning with students, during assemblies. I think it is important for students, and the school, to develop a familiar language associated with learning. For example, we started talking about personal bests. This simple concept can really ignite excitement within the learner, as he or she tries to improve, and beat their previous best. It also has this amazing way of drawing students together as
they support one another in beating their previous record. I would like to thank the many parents who recently completed the Online Parent Survey; it helped identify a few areas that we can focus on as a school. One of those is offering greater 'extra-curricular' opportunities. Hopefully we should see some of these opportunities grow during next year. There are many significant contributors in the school community, but I would like to acknowledge the wonderful
Regent staff, as we finish the school year. I feel truly blessed to be working alongside them. Finally, last week we shared a precious time as students, staff and parents came together to focus on the nativity message, performed by students, accompanied by the choir and staff on instruments.
I do pray and trust that families will make time to be still and reflect upon the message of Christmas, in coming weeks. The perfect gift of Jesus, from a loving God. God bless, Derek Nicholls. Principal
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Christmas services. Riverview churchIf you are seeking a church to attend this Christmas, why not consider Riverview church? Please note that there are no Christmas Day services at Riverview Church, this year; however, there are three services on Sunday 20th December
(at the interim Curtin Stadium venue). In order to secure a seat at your preferred service, book your ticket via the link below. Tickets are essential for entry as seats are limited for these popular Christmas services.
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Announcement. Deputy PrincipalThe College is pleased to announce that Mrs Jacqueline Quinlivan will commence the 2016 school year as the new Deputy Principal. Jacqueline commences the role with vast experience as an educator and school leader. The College congratulates Jacqueline on her successful appointment to the role.
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Reports and placements.
2016The final day of school for Regent College students is this Friday 11th December. Students in Years PP-5 will receive their Semester 2 Report and also their class placement information for 2016; that is, who they will have as their teacher. Parents of current kindergarten students should receive class placement information on Monday, via mail. Full class lists will be made available on the Friday prior to school recommencing 2016. Students can respond quite differently when learning who their next teacher will
be, or what friends will/will not be in their future class. Some students feel excited, some nervous and some seemingly indifferent. Most importantly, it is essential that students see their parents responding positively. On the whole, children actually adapt very well to change, as long as they receive the right emotional support. If a child is somewhat anxious about the next school year, without talking about it too much, mums and dads can speak positively about the terrific new opportunities for learning and friendship. It is healthy for children to try new combinations of friendship from year to year. Even as adults, we can feel a bit nervous starting or trying new things - we've just learnt how to work through our emotions. We can be great supporters for our children as they too learn this important life skill. Teachers and schools invest significant effort into class placements for students. There is a combination of factors, including the intended balance of gender, friendship, social skills, achievement and student needs. Please plan to support the final decision of the College, trusting that our intention is, what is in the best interest of your child.
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Dates. 2016Dates for 2016 can be located on the College Website - follow the link, below. Please note
that staff are attending a conference on the 2nd and 3rd of June next year, the Thursday and Friday before the WA Day long weekend. Parents might appreciate this advance notice, if they would like to make the most of the extended mid-term break. These will not be additional professional learning days (student free days). At this stage, the total number of College scheduled student free days will remain unchanged from 2015. School resumes (Year PP-6) on Monday 1st February 2016. Kindergarten families should refer to their staggered start schedules.
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Canteen.
Thank youThe College would like to sincerely thank canteen coordinator,
Mrs Michelle Billet, for her amazing management of the College canteen during 2015. Thank you, also, to the following parents who volunteered in the canteen this year. Without these volunteers, the service would not exist each week: Meredith Mora, Jeanie Phillips, Yunn Woo, Rebecca Dicker, Rebecca Gardiner, Jocelyn Lee, Danielle Norling, Monique Arianto, Kristen Phillips, Mika Revell, and to the many that just stopped by when they noticed the canteen was short
staffed. Finally, please note that the College canteen is not operating this final Friday of the school year.
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College Administration.
Over the breakThe College is closed from next Friday 18th December. Families can still leave telephone messages, or send emails, as required. These will be checked at various times over the Christmas period and summer break. College Administration will re-open from
21st January 2016 p: 9470 4569 e: admin@regentcollege.wa.edu.au
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Uniform Shop. Opening times 2016Opening times:
Thursday 21st January 2016 – by appointment only (please contact the office to make a time) Friday 22nd January 2016 – for General Sales - 10:00am – 2:00pm Please note there has been a delay in the manufacture of size 2 sports shorts; we expect delivery of these late in January.
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Book and Stationery Orders. A reminderFor those who have placed a booklist order, your order can be collected from the school on Monday 25th January 2016 between 11.30am – 1.00pm
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