A Word from Ja Baldwin
“Heart, Head, Hands and Hoofs!” is the theme for our Stage 3 (Year 5 & 6) students in 2021. After only a few weeks, and some theme-related activities, students were asked what exactly they thought “Heart, Head, Hands and Hoofs!” meant. Their responses were varied. Here are just a few of them:
“Heart, head, hands and hooves means that we have to work together…” (KO, Year 5)
Heart
“Your heart is very special. If you have faith and trust in the Lord, you can live, love and believe in whatever God has planned for you.” (SA, Year 5)
“A place where you can love God [and] Jesus.” (JF, Year 6)
Head
“Your head is used to think [about] what to do in God’s creation, to think wisely and choose [which] path to walk on.” (AH, Year 6)
“Don’t let your head/tongue control your life and don’t let sin slip out like a snake.” (HM, Year 6)
Hands
“God’s hand leads us in the right direction of life.” (NC, Year 6)
“Pick up the cross.” (JM, Year 6)
Hoofs
“You let me stand on a rock with my feet firm…” (HS, Year 6)
“Kick sin out of our lives!” (AT, Year 6)
“When you believe in what God has to say; trust Him, follow Him and walk in His ‘hoofsteps’/footsteps.” (SA, Year 5)
God created hand, head, and heart; the hand for the deed, the head for the world, the heart for mysticism.
Abraham Kuyper
Without wanting to give too much away or spoil any opportunities for students to discover and learn for themselves, this wonderful theme can be kept simple, or explored deeply. As one of the Stage 3 teachers this year, it is my hope that students choose the latter.
I desire to do your will, my God; your law is within my heart.
Psalm 40:8
Reminders
- This Friday we will be holding our rescheduled W.O.W. Band-a-thon. This is an opportunity for us to sponsor our performers for their tour, as well as enjoy their music. See News & Notices for details.
- Parents of Year 7 – 9 students, please ensure that you give consent online for your child to participate in the Macquarie University Cyberbullying survey. See News & Notices for details and to access the link.
- The Arndell Interschool Equestrian Carnival will be held on Saturday 14 August 2021 at Hawkesbury Show Ground. Please contact the Office if you are interested in participating.
- NSW Government is helping families by offering vouchers, including Creative Kids, which will make it easier for school-aged children to try creative and cultural activities. Follow this link to find out more: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/campaign/creative-kids
News & Notices
Employment at Kuyper Christian School
Administration Support Role – Front Office
We are looking for an Administration Assistant for our busy front office. Initially, the position will be temporary and cover 1.5 days per week (10.5 hours per week). We expect the hours to increase for Term 2, with a view to becoming permanent part-time at a later date. Duties will include:
- Supporting the Administration Team
- Administering first aid
- Managing a busy reception, serving staff, parents, and students
Requirements are:
- Working with Children Check
- First Aid certificate
- Excellent verbal & written communications skills
- Strong organisation skills and flexibility
- Competent computer skills including MS office and Google
Desirable skills include experience with:
- MYOB
- Edumate
- Adobe
Applications are invited from Christians of a reformed evangelical persuasion, who are active in their own churches and wholeheartedly subscribe to the school’s Statement of Faith. If you have any questions, please contact our Secretary, Tina Vander Reyden on
02 4573 2999. Applications close 5pm, Friday 19 March 2021.
To download an application form, Creedal Statement, and other relevant information for all employment opportunities at Kuyper, follow this link https://kuyper.nsw.edu.au/employment/
Please send applications to the School Secretary, Tina Vander Reyden, tina@kuyper.nsw.edu.au or mail to:
The Principal
294 Redbank Road
KURRAJONG NSW 2758
Are you Ready for Crazy Hair Day this Friday!
On Friday 12 March, (this Friday) we will be holding a fundraiser for JDRF
JDRF stands for
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Come to school in non-uniform, with a gold coin and your hair CRAZY!
We will also be selling Zooper Doopers at the Hall during lunch for $1 each.
Just make sure all the craziness is gone by Monday…
Purple Hot Cross Bun Day is TOMORROW!
Purple Hot Cross Bun Day
What?! Everyone at school is invited to wear purple (non-uniform) and purchase a hot cross bun (or two) for $1 each. There will be chocolate or fruit buns to choose from, buttered or unbuttered.
When? Wednesday 31 March, at Recess
Where? in the Hall
Why? to raise funds for Epilepsy research and awareness