VISION IN ACTION Term 1 - Week 8
Here are some comments from our teaching team, when asked the question, ‘What makes a good
A word from the Principal
Learning Conversation?’: Primary School Teacher:
Learning Conversations – A key relationship opportunity We are coming up to
“Good Learning Conversations… being on time, willingness to listen, a couple of questions up your sleeve, remembering we’re on the same team and in partnership, seeing the big picture, valuing the whole child and all aspects of growth, remembering the context of the whole class – children are one of many, being willing to support and ask the question “what else can I/we do?” Middle School Teacher: “A good learning conversation does cover a student’s progress in particular learning areas, but as (or maybe even more) importantly it is a chance for families and teachers to connect, to celebrate success in the broadest sense of the word, to hear about hopes and interests in and beyond the classroom and to work together to overcome any challenges. I also like asking parents for tips about raising kids with my own growing family.” Senior School Teacher: “In the Senior School, Learning Conversations are a valuable avenue for students to share in a discussion about their learning with their parent and their teacher together. It’s a great forum for a three-way conversation about the student’s learning achievements, challenges and goals. Being together for this conversation continues to build the partnership that we have with families, it can bring other reporting formats like Canvas to life and address any concerns before the finality of semester reports.” Your child’s teachers will share affirmation and a pathway for growth that includes insight, feedback and feedforward regarding your child’s learning. We hope that after the Learning Conversations you’re thinking, ‘It’s been great to come along.I know how I can encourage my child to continue striving to do their best. I feel just a little bit more connected. This has been worth the effort.’
Learning Conversations. You will have received an email with some information
and a link to make bookings. To book a session , access Parent Lounge via the desktop and follow the process highlighted in this tutorial video. We encourage you to come along and use these rich opportunities to connect with your child’s teacher/s and to understand what is occurring in your child’s educational life. Whilst our Primary School parents and caregivers will meet with their child’s classroom teacher, our Secondary School Learning Conversations are designed as a three-way conversation between you, your child’s teachers and your child. We appreciate the commitment by parents and teachers to make Learning Conversations work well and I welcome your comments about this topic. Why and how has a Learning Conversation gone well? Can we improve the way in which we do this? You are welcome to email me. Please consider any questions you may have for the teachers in preparation for the interactive discussions. We also encourage you share a particular insight about your child that affects their approach to learning / schooling / life that could be helpful for your teacher to be aware of. It is a delight for teachers to gain insight from you as parents and ways in which we can work together to support your child in their learning.
KEY DATES SCHOOL TOUR Saturday, 1 April PRIMARY LEARNING CONVERSATIONS Monday, 3 April PRIMARY AND SECONDARY LEARNING CONVERSATIONS Tuesday, 4 April SECONDARY LEARNING
We are doing a new thing … Mid-Year Reception Intake! In 2024, we will be offering a second transition point into school in a stand-alone class. This will provide two transition points into school as children turn five. We are committed to providing a holistic education that creates a safe environment and nurtures children as they learn through play, grow socially, and develop their love of learning. Our Mid-Year Reception intake program is no exception, with a focus on setting the foundations for your child to thrive in the first years of learning. This distinctive independent 6-month journey offers a comprehensive play-based program using the Australian Curriculum Framework and The Early Years Learning Framework to form the foundation for future learning. We develop a culture of active and engaged learning through providing the children with experiences in inquiry and play-based learning to investigate and explore the world around them, nurturing their ability to think creatively and flexibly, problem solve, build oral language skills and develop a positive attitude towards life-long learning. We invite families to join us on this exciting new journey, where your child can experience a warm and welcoming beginning at TVCS in Becoming Reception. Our Mid-Year Reception Program provides children who turn five between May 1 and Oct 31 the opportunity to begin school at the start of Term 3, 2024. If you are seeking a nurturing environment for your child’s educational journey you will find our program to be an excellent choice. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to reach out to your Kindergarten Director for information about your child’s kindy enrolment. Please contact our Director of Admissions, Julie Dow julie.dow@tvcs.sa.edu.au to enquire now. Exciting days ahead! Emily Brookes Principal
CONVERSATIONS Wednesday, 5 April GOOD FRIDAY Friday, 7 April EASTER MONDAY Monday, 10 April TERM 1 CONCLUDES Friday, 14 April STUDENT FREE DAY Monday, 1 May TERM 2 COMMENCES Tuesday, 2 May
PRIMARY SCHOOL
It’s been another exciting few weeks in the
These skills are vital to managing our emotions and thriving at school so we are so glad the Year 6 buddies are there to help the little ones learn and grow (and of course they are growing in these important skills too). Our new building continues to progress. We can start to see the shape coming together now and can see the double storey aspect. We ask for your continued prayers for our Primary school and look forward to all God has in store for us. Caroline Duell Primary Deputy Principal
Primary School! Our Year 6 classes had a wonderful time on their camp to Wirraway, despite having to cut the
camp short a day due to extreme weather in the hills. Nevertheless, the camp personnel worked with us to ensure all
the children still got to ride a horse and experience as many different activities as possible. We were thrilled to hear them say how polite and respectful our children are and how much they love having Torrens Valley Christian School come to Wirraway each year. The Year 3s and 5s have completed all their NAPLAN tests. They all showed such resilience, confidence and helpfulness as we moved them across to the Village each day to complete the tests in a relatively quiet environment. Completing the tests on the laptops introduces a whole new level of complexity that we didn’t need to consider with the paper tests, but the Year 3s and 5s rose to the challenge! Well done children. Our Year 2 classes led us in our Worship Assembly last week. This was the first ‘normal’ worship assembly we have had in a long time. We had some beautiful singing, learnt how God has made each one of us in his image, and celebrated with those children who received Believe, Belong, Become Awards this fortnight. The Year 4 classes have been learning about how God designed plants and the different parts of a plant. They have been growing their own beans and looking at different fruits. Our Year 1s partnered with a Year 6 buddy to learn more about what it means to be a good friend, how to calm ourselves when we get upset and ways to solve a conflict.
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Year 6 Camp Year 6 students had a fantastic time up in the Adelaide Hills at Wirraway Homestead. Students enjoyed riding the beautiful horses, competing in a low ropes challenge, herding sheep, night hiking and getting to know the cheeky goat named Anchovy. One of the highlights was seeing the most amazing falling star as we viewed God’s amazing Milky Way Galaxy. It was a trip we’ll never forget! Special thank you to Mr De Kok, Mrs Voy, Mr Hore and Mrs Thorpe for being our Supervising Teachers.
Possum Magic Picnic The Year Two classes celebrated their study of Mem Fox books by having a Possum Magic Picnic on the oval! We enjoyed sitting in the sunshine together, eating vegemite sandwiches, Anzac biscuits, lamingtons and minties. Some of us even brought in a little furry friend to share this special event.
Year 1 and 2 Fruit Tasting This term in Indonesian lessons, the Year 1s and Year 2s have been learning about and taste-testing tropical fruit. They enjoyed a small taste-test of guava juice and pineapple juice as well as papaya, lady finger banana, mango, rambutan, custard apple, jack fruit, watermelon, fresh coconut and pineapple and wrote their verdict in Indonesian. Special thanks to Rick and Maria’s Fruit Shop for donating some delicious fruit. We look forward to seeing the children’s reactions when we try durian (“stinky fruit”) next week!
MIDDLE SCHOOL
What a fun few weeks we’ve had in Middle school. Year 8s had
Please continue to pray for our Middle School community as we grow young people to Believe, Belong and Become. Steve Crocker Middle School Coordinator
their camp which was a blast. They enjoyed growing in community, God, and themselves as they completed team and personal
challenges. Some bodyboarded and kayaked for the first time and reported a great sense
of achievement. They worked together as groups to build shelters, solve puzzles and destroy each other’s towers with sling shots. What a great time they had. This week we had our first Middle School assembly for the year. M17 put on a really engaging assembly with the theme of Harmony Week. There was a wonderful devotion that reminded us that we are all part of the body of Christ, and I challenged our students to ‘stand up and stand out’ for Christ. We had a Care Group Vs Care Group Kahoot and basketball match as well. It was a fun time. The year 9 students had their first challenge walk last week at Morialta. The day was a great success with students engaged in reflection of where they have come from and where they are going in adult life. We encourage each one of them to maturity in Christ and to take ownership of their actions and thoughts as they grow in to young man and women. Looking ahead the year 7 students will be on camp in Belair next week. This will be a fun and exciting program for this group of students and staff to grow and learn more about their place in community and God’s world.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
• I learned I can do lots of things if my friends are there with me. • My second favourite activity was kayaking, working as a team with friends, doing games and just kayaking in general was really fun. • My favourite activity was raft building because I got to work together with people I didn’t know very well and try to use items to make a raft. Even if the raft didn’t work very well in the end, it was still fun to put it together and try to push it out into the water. Not only did our students have a blast, but they also learned valuable life skills. Way to go year 8s!
Year 8 Camp
On Wednesday the 8th of March, the Year 8s headed down to the Adare Campsite at Victor Harbour for three days of tenting and outdoor activities. First stop was the Murray Mouth Inlet to sketch the Coorong landscape and then on to Victor. After setting up the tents it was time for the first round of team challenges. The camp was a time for students to focus on our thread of ‘being humble’ Philippians 2:1-5, part our Servant Leadership theme this term. The outdoor activities, tenting and mealtimes were great opportunities for students to work together, love others and show humility. What did the Year 8’s think? • Bodyboarding was my favourite activity because it was fun riding the waves and getting destroyed by them. • I am thankful for spending time with my tribe. • I am thankful for Mr David’s devotion because it really helped me think about my relationship with God and helped me connect with Him. • I got to know my friends even more when around the table sharing about our days and laughing and making jokes. • My favourite activity was Kayaking because I love going out on the water and just having fun. • Bodyboarding was so much fun and that feeling of catching a wave that took you all the way to the shore was just amazing and I didn’t want it to end. • Raft building was challenging because it was hard to stay on top of the raft when the waves came along. • Sleeping in a tent exceeded my expectations in a good way.
SENIOR SCHOOL
We have been having many conversations with Senior School students recently about celebrating
Work Experience Needed! Do you work in an organisation or run a business that would like to support this valuable learning opportunity for students? At TVCS, our Career Development Strategy recognises that our students benefit from a planned program of career development activities to: • Expand their understanding of a Biblical view of vocation; • Maximise opportunities to learn about the world of work; and • Build their personal capabilities to succeed in managing life, work and learning. This year we are reinstating our Year 10 Work Experience program after a 3 year Covid induced hiatus. Therefore in Week 9 of Term 2 , (Monday June 26th to Friday June 30th) our Year 10 students are engaging in a week of work experience. The program is intended to run for all 5 days, however a minimum of 3 days is also acceptable. The paperwork trail has been simplified from previous years offering organisations a greater ease to implement a placement. If you are in a position to offer support this important step in the learning journey of our Year 10 students, please make contact with Simon Golley (SACE, Career Pathways) on simon.golley@tvcs. sa.edu.au. This is a very valuable week in the life of our secondary students, giving them an opportunity to experience work at a business or organisation and gain skills in learning on the job in a variety of industries. Thank you for considering this and for your support of our Work Experience program.
community and the many ways we can connect with each
other. This week is Harmony Week which is a time to celebrate Australian multiculturalism, and the successful integration
of migrants into our community. It is about inclusiveness, respect and belonging for all Australians, regardless of cultural or linguistic background, united by a set of core Australian values. Individual classes have been participating in a variety of activities during the week and on Friday, students were allowed to wear their PE uniforms and an orange shirt or other orange additions as recognition of the day. Recently, all Year 10 students participated in “Courage to Lead”, a program which is built on the Bridge Builders concepts used in the Primary school at TVCS. It was as a strong Christian focus and covers topics such as Respecting Yourself, Facing your Fears, Connecting and Problem Solving. Following the workshop, we asked for volunteers to be involved in a mentoring program with the Year 7 students and we had 15 volunteers. Those students were involved in a mentoring session on Tuesday and will now mentor Year 7 students during lunch. We are so blessed to be in a Christian school that puts Jesus Christ at the centre of everything we do and to be able to spend significant times together in worship. This week, all Senior School students attended the second Revampt assembly for the term at Hope Valley Church. Thanks to the Revampt Band and the whole Revampt team, led by Mrs Garland, we are able to hear to God’s word, listen to important messages and worship in song together. Trevor Coward Senior School Coordinator
SENIOR SCHOOL
Wheelchair Basketball Fun! In weeks 2-5 of term 1, the Year 11 Physical education class have participated in a wheelchair basketball unit. Led by the amazing Michael Neroni from Disability Sports SA, who not only has spina bifida but also plays in a league, the students got firsthand experience of the challenges and joys of wheelchair sports. As they learned the ropes of the game, the students also got a taste of what it’s like to navigate life in a wheelchair. Michael shared his personal experiences and daily struggles, inspiring the class to be more grateful for the little things in life. But the highlight of the unit? A school-wide tour in wheelchairs! With Michael leading the way, the Year 11s rolled through the yard, gaining a newfound respect for the incredible strength and resilience of those who rely on wheelchairs every day.. The year 11s were extremely respectful, thoughtful and quite talented.
Year 12 Kayaking The year 12 PE class had a splashing good time during weeks 6 and 7, as they hit the waters of West Lakes for a 2-day kayaking extravaganza. Not only did they earn their Basic Skills Certificates, but they also got a head start on their first assignment of the year, analysing the biomechanics of a paddling stroke. And who better to guide them than TVCS Old Scholar, Jack Tingey (‘19). He led them through forwards and backwards paddling, sweep strokes, and even deep water rescues. But the real test of their skills? Standing up in their kayaks away from the shore to show off their balance. The group also took on a one-hour continuous paddle around one of the islands in West Lakes, showing off their kayaking (and endurance) skills. Needless to say, Jack was blown away by their talent and how they handled themselves during the unit.
ACTIVITIES & ACHIEVEMENTS Ready, steady, run! What a spectacular day was shared by all at the Primary Athletics Day on Thursday 9th March. Thank you to the community for coming and supporting the children. The friendly rivalry and competition the day brings is great fun. It generates nervous energy, teamwork and a desire to do one’s best. Sincere thanks to all those who contributed to a special day. The tribe captains and vice captains displayed great leadership and motivation for the students. The Kathryn Poulton memorial trophy was awarded to Oscar F. He displayed outstanding team spirit, encouragement, and effort on the day. Special congratulations to two U7 record breakers. An incredible effort from our younger students. Record breaker: U7 long jump Kyle H Record breaker: U7 200m, 400m, long jump, and high jump Sophie K After eleven years, Benjamin tribe were announced as deserving winners during the presentation ceremony. Tribal scores from the carnival were as follows:
First Place - Benjamin Second Place - Ephraim
Third Place - Zebulun Fourth Place – Judah Congratulations to all the participants and Benjamin!
ACTIVITIES & ACHIEVEMENTS SA Tennis Championships Eli W, Nate W, Seema M and Alyssa N all competed in the School Sport SA (State) Individual Tennis Championships in March. At the competition in the Year 7/8 cohort, there were approximately 50 tennis players. Eli played 2 games and successfully reached the quarter finals. He played against a 4th seeded player but due to the interruption of the rain, the game ended, and the final score was 4-1 to Eli’s opponent. Nate played 5 games in the minor round and successfully won 4 of these games. As a result, he reached the quarter finals. Unfortunately, Nate was defeated by his opponent 6-4. Alyssa and Seema both faced extremely tough opponents in the first round (those two eventually finished 2nd and 3rd), so subsequently played in the Challenge Round. They both still enjoyed the experience as they learned a lot about their own games. Well done, what an achievement for all to compete in the School Sport SA (State) Individual Tennis Championships. It was also very exciting to hear Year 7 student Eli was invited by Sandon Stolle (once ranked No. 2 in world doubles) to train with the State U12 Tennis Squad (approx. 8 players are in the squad)! Congratulations Eli on this significant achievement. Congratulations also to his family, as without their support and investment, these standards are rarely reached.
Oliver the Musical Save the date for Oliver the Musical!
TVCS presents our Secondary School production of “Oliver”, a must-see performance on Thursday 8th June and Friday 9th June at Golden Grove Arts Theatre. Rehearsals are in full swing and our talented cast and crew are working hard behind the scenes, learning their lines, songs and performances to bring this beloved story to life on stage, and we cannot wait to share it with you. We encourage you to mark your calendars. We will let you know when you can purchase your tickets. This promises to be a show you won’t want to miss! We encourage you to spread the word to your churches and community groups who would be interested in attending. events.humanitix.com/oliver-the-musical-groups Parents and our School Community Thursday, 8 June and Friday, 9 June Venue: Golden Grove Arts Theatre Time: 7pm Matinee: Friday, 12:30pm Tickets will be released shortly! Thank you for your support of our school’s Musical, we can’t wait to see you at “Oliver”! For Schools and Community Groups Thursday, 8 June and Friday, 9 June Venue: Golden Grove Arts Theatre Time: 12:30pm
SCHOOL COMMUNITY
Staffing News
Stay Connected During The Week! Engage with our school community during the week through our Facebook and Instagram! Our social media pages are updated regularly with important information about school events, activities, and exciting things happening around the school! By following us on social media, you will be able to stay up-to-date on all the latest news, events, and happenings in our school community. Our social media pages are a great way to connect with the school and to get a glimpse into what your child is experiencing in the classroom and beyond. Social media is an important communication tool and we encourage you to take a few moments to follow us on Facebook and Instagram. We look forward to connecting with you on social media and sharing all of the exciting things happening at our school!
We have two TVCS Weddings coming up this weekend! A big congratulations to Rachel Batson, our Front Office Receptionist and Kendall Mundy, our Head of Library and Information Services. These two celebrated their last day of work before the big day in style, with themed decorations and accessories and very cute hand drawn cards from our receptions. We pray God’s richest blessings over Mr and Mrs Brooks and Mr and Mrs Mackenzie on their Wedding Day and look forward to welcoming them back next term.
COMMUCNOIMTMY UNITY LIFE LIFE
Come and try our Volleyball Clinics these School Holidays! Clinics are a great way to stay active during the holidays while maybe trying something new or practicing those skills for upcoming competitions. Meet some new friends or bring them along! Ages 5-18 | $50 per session Try Volley Clinics
Newton Jaguars Netball Club
Fearless Youth Camp 2023
Fearless Youth Camp is an incredible time of the year, providing a special platform for our youth generation to rise up in their passion for Jesus, grow in their faith, make memories, and build life-long friendships in a loving community.
Newton Jaguar is excited to advise that nominations to trial for the 2023 Winter season are open! We believe in providing opportunities for all Juniors. 9&U, 11&U, 13&U, 15&U, 17&U Teams avaliable.
Football 4 Girls!
Thinking about soccer in the Adelaide Hills? The Adelaide Hills Junior Football Association (or AHJFA) is the perfect place to kick off your life- long adventure in the sport. Need to know why? We’ve come up with SEVEN REASONS why you should consider playing within our association. It’s more than a game! We cater for children looking for non-competitive mixed games (Under 8, 9, 10 or 11), competitive mixed games (Under 12, 13, 15 or 17) or competitive girls-only (Under 11, 14 or 17). More Than A Game
School of Languages
The Adelaide Hills Junior Football Association is proud to announce that it will be running a girls-only four-a-side football competition at the Summit Sports & Recreation Ground in Mount Barker. The competition will be held on Friday evenings during Term 2, and is open to girls between the ages of 5 and 8 years old. The association recognizes the importance of promoting women’s sports, and this competition provides an excellent opportunity for young girls to get involved in the world game.
Learn Auslan, Chinese, French, Punjabi or Spanish in 2023! Places now available for students from all schooling sectors. The School of Languages is a Government school offering out-of- school hours language learning. Courses follow the Australian Curriculum and are aimed at second language learners. Annual Subject Charges: Yrs R-10: $150 | Adults: $400 Enrol today!
TORRENS VALLEY OLD SCHOLARS
Calling all Old Scholars You are invited to join our Torrens Valley Old Scholars Facebook Group! This is a space designed and dedicated to growing our Old Scholar network and creating a community that supports one another in faith, fellowship and friendship beyond the school grounds. Our vision is that this community would be there to support, encourage and connect with both past and present students. We want to celebrate your life achievements and enjoy continued connection. We look forward to staying in touch with our TVOS community! Click the link to join today! We are thrilled to share some exciting news with our Old Scholar community! A big congratulations to Matthew Glaetzer (‘11) and his wife Nicole who said “I do” on the 7th of January 2023! May Matthew and Nicole’s marriage be filled with endless love and may God’s blessings and favor be upon them. Congratulations, Mr and Mrs Glaetzer! Wedding Bells are Ringing!
Class of ‘22 Yearbook Collection We welcomed back the class of ‘22 on Monday which was wonderful to see familar faces back on campus. It was awesome to catchup with our former students and see how they’ve been progressing since graduation over a spread of pizza and great community in our courtyard! Each Old Scholar walked away with a TVOS pack including a copy of the 2022 Yearbook, an indvidual copy of some key highlights photos on a usb and even a TVOS keyring! They enjoyed flipping through memories of their final year and coming together again.
Have you got news for us? We’d love to hear from you. Please email oldscholars@tvcs.edu.au
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