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Year 7s Talk and Ride

This week, Year 7 students have been busy demonstrating their talking and riding skills, participating in the annual Physics Cup and Clash of Empires Debates. The Physics Cup Year 7 students have been and exploring the world of physical forces and machines this term, investigating the forces that make our world ‘turn’ and the simple …

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This Changes Everything

It’s terrible to assume something is impossible because it’s extraordinary.  The first heart transplant is a milestone in the history of medicine that took place on December 3, 1967. The groundbreaking surgery was performed by Dr Christiaan Barnard at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. The recipient was a 55-year-old grocer, Louis Washkansky, …

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A Picture Paints a Thousand Words

Peter and Cholena Hughes, our local indigenous artists came to speak to the Year 4 students about their indigenous culture.  Our students also got to handle didgeridoos, spears, axes, and clapping sticks.   Afterwards, Peter and Cholena gave each class an ochre workshop, where they learned how to obtain the ochre powder by rubbing the rocks. …

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Cartooning Camps

Monday April 3rd – Thursday April 6th North Shore Community Centre Pacific Paradise Room 701 David Low Way Twin Waters Please forward the brochures to the teachers, students and families that are part of your school community Bookings: We look forward to seeing the children once again Warm regards, The Illustrating Man Designs Pty Ltd …

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Total Adventures

Total Adventures is an outdoor education provider situated in the beautiful Noosa North Shore. Our adventurous school holiday program offers daily activities for children aged nine years and over. The best bit? We do all the work. Drop off the kids and let our highly-qualified instructors do the rest. Each day is packed full of …

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Behind Face Filters

Funny Face Filters Do you remember the attorney in west Texas who accidentally had a cat face filter on during a Zoom call? It was a very serious meeting with 394th Judicial District Court but the poor attorney didn’t know how to turn off the cat filter. In frustration, he said that the meeting should …

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You Are Loved

At lunchtime, on Wednesdays, a group of Middle School students gather in the pastor’s Lifehouse to learn more about God and his love for them.  This term we’ve been looking at a series called Reckless Love by Next Step Ministries.   Throughout this study, we have heard the testimonies of people who have had their …

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Year 4 Camp 2023

There was a great buzz and excitement that permeated through the air last Wednesday as the year 4 cohort left the College premises to experience the challenges, wonders and delights of camp life and food at Luther Heights Youth Camp. Some of the main highlights of the camp included: body boarding, zip lining, rogaining, building …

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Regional Touch Football Trials

Four students from GCC represented the Independent District at the Sunshine Coast School Sport Trials this week. They played every other district team in a round-robin format competition.  Abbie Stevens was a key player in the girls’ team playing as a middle. She read the play well, controlled the ball, and often called the plays …

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Primary Music Lunchtime Concert

At our school, music is more than just a subject on the curriculum – it’s a vibrant and exciting program that gets kids involved in playing, performing, and participating in choirs and school ensembles. Our music program offers opportunities for students of all ages and abilities to learn new skills, build confidence, and have fun …

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QATSIF Scholarship Recipient

The Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation (QATSIF) was established in 2008 to provide scholarships to young eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in Years 11 and 12. The aim was to give Queensland’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families increased educational choices and life opportunities. QATSIF is an independent, not-for-profit trust managed by …

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School holidays sports festival

The school holidays just got even BETTER… Way more than a sports dreamland, Super Camp is an energetic mix of sport, music, street culture and fun all mashed up to create the ultimate atmosphere for kids who love having fun and expressing themselves. It’s a two-day sports festival for kids aged prep to year six; three events – …

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The Maleny Wood Expo is Returning in 2023

The Maleny Wood Expo is a 3 day event hosted by Barung Landcare, at the Maleny Showgrounds in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The Expo is an environmental education event that also brings together some of the finest woodworkers and crafts people from across Australia to share knowledge through an immersive program of displays, workshops, educational talks and demonstrations.  The Junior …

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A Year of War in a Digital Age

Last week marked the terrible anniversary of one year after Russia’s first formal act of war on Ukraine. Unlike any other war, this one has been on our TV, social media and digital news sites every day for just over 365 days. TV news often gives warnings or blurs out the worst of footage but …

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Honourable Citizenship

It was quite some years ago now that the movie, Accidental Hero, was aired. It told the story of people who were rescued from a burning plane by a man who then disappeared into the night. The tale reveals that the hero was actually an ordinary family man but clearly someone who was decent when …

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Highlights of Year 8 (so far)

Year 8 is a challenging year academically, with students expected to develop greater independence in their studies. Our program is designed to provide a rigorous and engaging learning experience, with a focus on developing essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication.  In addition to their academic pursuits, Year 8 students also have the …

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Uniform Shop News

House Shirts Please check that your child’s House shirt fits, if not please call into the Uniform Shop to purchase the new lighter-weight bamboo fabric shirt.  Monday 27 March 2023 is our Cross Country Carnival and for some the first opportunity to wear the new House shirt.  Please note that the old House shirt will …

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School Libraries Devoted to You

We recently celebrated Queensland School Library Week (QSLW). This year’s theme,  ‘Devoted to You’ aptly reflects the commitment that our library team brings to their role in supporting teaching and learning, encouraging a love of reading, and valuing and enhancing the well-being of our students who spend time in the library. These areas were highlighted …

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Primary PE Newsletter

First Independent District Carnival for the Year GCC students participated in the first Independent District Carnival for the year. GCC has now crossed over to the association of the Independent District rather than previously being affiliated within the Glasshouse District. The District Swimming Team swam hard and fast against tough competition from other students from …

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Secondary Sports Report: mid-term

Welcome back The beginning of Term 1 has been a busy one with our students taking full advantage of the sporting opportunities on offer. SCISSA Volleyball and Soccer has been taking place every Wednesday and we have entered two teams into the T20 cricket our boys have enjoyed this competition. Our Volleyball teams have been …

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Helping Hands program

Join us for your next Adventure! We can’t wait to introduce our Helping Hands Network Adventures to your school community. Our Adventures are created for children and the best part is that children get to choose whichThe adventure they’d like to bring to life every day. Rise then Shine Our morning programs are now called …

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Primary Captains for 2023

As we welcomed our students back to the start of another school year, on Wednesday this week we had the privilege to induct our Primary School Leaders for 2023. They have been challenged to be ‘Courageous’ leaders and I am confident that they will embody this quality as they serve as role models and guides …

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Enjoy your kids!

When I look back on my time as the College Pastor in the Primary school, I am reminded of a few key things: Firstly, how fast time flies! I am constantly reminded of this when I bump into Secondary students and see how much they have grown since I knew them in Primary, and I …

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Many Qualify for Little Athletics State Champs

Glasshouse Christian College athletes performed amazingly at the Little Athletics Regional Championships last weekend with many qualifying for the State Championships which will be held in Townsville. Students who competed were: Jayden Jacenko, Sonny Coleman, Lincoln Graham, Annalise Meredith, Sophie Doyle, Ethan Doyle, Asher Jones, Sophie Sharma, Estah Muller, Isola Lobley, Darby Small, Emma Small, …

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Down to a Fine Art

Danny Cohen and his brother Martin head up Cartoon Kingdom, Australia’s largest cartooning company specialising in entertainment and children’s educational programs. The cartoon camps operate in eight counties around the world including the UK, USA, New Zealand, Canada, Singapore and Malaysia. The Sunshine Coast cartoon camp will take place from Monday 3rd April to Thursday, …

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Preparing your child for a future that is about to take a leap into robotics and artificial intelligence

As technology continues to advance, robots and automation are becoming increasingly present in our lives. You may have a robot vacuum cleaner at home and more and more people are buying robot lawnmowers. Not only does this make life much easier but the artificial intelligence and automation of these robots almost let them function with …

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 Significant 72 Year 4

The year 4 cohort had a ‘flying start’ to the term including the ultimate paper aeroplane competition.  Students worked in teams of four where each student chose to make a paper plane that would fly in a target round (hitting the target), hangtime round (the plane that stayed in the air the longest), accuracy (the plane …

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Teddy Bear’s Picnic

It has been delightful to welcome the new group of Preps at GCC. They are settling into school life beautifully in their shiny new shoes and crisp uniforms. Starting at “big school” can sometimes be daunting for Preppies, so it was extra special to bring a treasured friend to Prep for a day in the first week of …

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