Creative by Design
Mitchell Cavens, Secondary Teacher
The start of a new term brings with it the excitement of new learning. This semester, Year 8 students will undertake the Engineered Systems course through their mandatory Technology class.
As students completed this course last semester, it became clear that each one possesses a uniquely creative mind. As their teacher, the challenge was not to increase their creativity, but to help them learn that they are creative, and then give them the tools to utilise their creativity for God’s glory.
This term, students will create a bridge structure from spaghetti. They will make a battery-powered race car by re-using products from around the house, and they will design a 3-dimensional digital model of a structure using Google SketchUp.
It is a joy to be a part of our students’ journey as they practice innovating and creating, rather than consuming. In a world which increasingly preaches the right to individual gratification and the power of wealth, it is refreshing to witness students using their creativity to re-create together, for others.
And to aspire to live quietly, and to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we instructed you.
1 Thessalonians 4:11
Reminders
- Check the calendar each week so that you are aware of all opportunities. Our next exciting event is Cars & Cook-Up this Saturday 17 September. We hope to see you there!
- Also, check the calendar for next week. With the National Day of Mourning on Thursday 22 September, some of our plans have changed. Keep yourself informed.
- Parent/Teacher Interviews for Senior students will be held face-to-face in the Library from 4pm tomorrow for families who have made an online booking.
- Families are reminded that 3/4 of your school fees for 2022 need to be paid by Friday 23 September. If you foresee any issues with this, please call the Office Monday – Thursday and speak with Tina.
- Council are offering an online workshop for parents, carers and supervisors of learner drivers. Learner drivers and anyone preparing to become a learner driver are also welcome to participate. The free online workshop will be held on Thursday 3 November from 6pm – 7:30pm. Bookings are essential as places are limited. To register, use the button below.
Prayer & Praise
- Praise God that he continues in his sovereignty through all circumstances. Praise him that he is “the King of the ages, immortal, invisible, the only God” (1 Timothy 1:17), and that he loves us.
- Give thanks for excursions and school events for students to enjoy together (and parents too!). Pray for connection and community to grow for all at Kuyper Christian School.
- Give thanks for the country of Pakistan. Pray for the people, the country and their government, for hope, peace and restoration. Pray for the global community, that they will be moved to offer assistance and prayer in areas where it is most needed.
- Give thanks for all our staff, students and families. Petition the Lord for supernatural protection over our community, that we may continue to confidently learn in God’s world. Pray for the ministry of the Holy Spirit to increase our hope in God’s consistent goodness and love. Pray protection and truth over our hearts, minds, souls and strength.
- Give thanks for our Senior students who have completed their Trial exams. Pray for our students as they prepare for the HSC.
- Give thanks for our Government and those in authority. Pray that they would be led in wisdom and truth to lead our country for the future good of all. Pray that “every person be subject to the governing authorities.” Give thanks that our government has been “instituted by God” (Romans 13:1).
- Give thanks for our Board and Executive team. Pray for one-ness of purpose for our staff, Board, Executive team, and Association as they plan, prepare and budget for 2023. Ask the Lord to provide, as he has always done.
News & Notices
Working Bee this Saturday
After our last highly successful working bee, we are looking forward to our next one. Our Term 3 Working Bee will be held this Saturday 6 August. Come along between 8am and 12 noon. Morning tea will be provided. We will be gardening and getting ready for Seussical, so bring gloves, rake, shovel and wheelbarrow if you can. You are welcome to attend part or all of the time; any help is welcome! Children may attend, but they are the parents’ responsibility.
If you are bringing your child to the Seussical Rehearsal, why not stay and help?
Please register your intention to participate by emailing admin@kuyper.nsw.edu.au
Parent/Teacher Interviews for Senior Students
Parent/Teacher interviews for Senior students will be held in the Library on Wednesday 14 September, from 4pm. Use the button below to make your bookings.
Bookings close on Thursday 8 September. Academic Reports for Senior students will be emailed to you before 14 September.
Seussical Tickets: still some left!
Only 7 days until Opening Night (and counting), and Seussical tickets are still available! They can be booked online, by using the button below. It’s going to be amazing, so please join us and bring your family and friends!
- Performance Dates:
- Opening Night – Wednesday 10 August, 7:30pm
- Thursday 11 August, 7:30pm
- Friday 12 August, 7:30pm
- Matinee – Saturday 13 August, 2pm
- Closing Night – Saturday 13 August, 7:30pm
The show runs for approximately two hours including Interval. The Seussical Cafe will be in operation before each show and at Interval, selling delicious Seussical themed food and drinks. If you have any questions at all when purchasing your tickets, please contact the Office on 4573 2999 or email admin@kuyper.nsw.edu.au
Healthy Harold
Healthy Harold will be visiting Kuyper again. You will see the Life Education van in Primary soon, and students from Prep – Year 6 will enjoy a lesson with Healthy Harold and their class. These lessons are planned and delivered with class teachers, tailored to our school and the age of each group. If you have any questions at all, please contact your class teacher.
The timetable for Healthy Harold’s visit is as follows:
- Wednesday 3 August, 9:15am, Year 5
- Wednesday 3 August, 11am, Prep & Kindy
- Thursday 4 August, 9:15am, Year 4
- Thursday 4 August, 11am, Year 3
- Friday 5 August, 9:15am, Year 6
- Friday 5 August, 11am, Year 2
- Friday 5 August, 1:45pm, Year 1