NUNAWADING CHRISTIAN COLLEGE Primary Campus

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1 NUNAWADING CHRISTIAN COLLEGE Primary Campus 2007 Annual Report to the School Community Seventh-Day Adventist Schools (Victoria) Ltd

2 Contents SECTION 1 School Overview 3 Introduction Principals Report SECTION 2 Professional Engagement 5 Staff Attendance Staff Retention Teacher Professional Development Teacher Qualifications SECTION 3 Student Progress & Achievements 7 Student Enrolments, Attendance & Retention National Benchmarks Pastoral Care/Student Wellbeing SECTION 4 School Community Feedback 13 SECTION 5 Future Direction 16 NUNAWADING CHRISTIAN COLLEGE Primary Campus Laughlin Ave Nunawading Vic 3131 Phone: Fax:

3 School Overview Mission Statement Our Mission is To empower students to enjoy quality learning, to achieve to their potential, and to be inspired to follow Jesus Christ. responsible citizens with the necessary initiative, resilience and independence to face with confidence the challenges in today s fast changing world. This Annual Report is a summary of achievements, information and progress that have taken place at the Primary Campus in It is a requirement of the Federal Government that the College reports on the specific topics covered in this report. We hope you take the time to read the report and discover some of the great things that are happening at Nunawading Christian College, Primary Campus. 2% 11% Student Families By Location 2007 Introduction Nunawading Christian College is a Prep to Year 12 co -educational school located in a quiet, bush-like setting in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. 15% 8% 4% 3% 36% Whitehorse Boroondara Knox Manningham Maroondah Outer Eastern NW Metro Southern Metro The Nunawading Christian College consists of two adjacent campuses - the Primary Campus, (Prep-Grade 6), situated at the end of Laughlin Ave in Nunawading, and the Secondary Campus (Year7-12) situated off Central Road in Nunawading. As the graph opposite indicates, students come to the College from a wide area surrounding the campus. 21% The College is part of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist system of Schools, hospitals, relief agencies and churches operating extensively around the world. Established originally at Hawthorn in the early 1900s, the Primary School moved to its present site in Extensions and improvements have occurred periodically. Nunawading Christian College exists to provide quality Christian education in a caring and safe environment to families from all religious and cultural backgrounds. The College recognizes the importance of nurturing students in a Christian environment and empowering them to be 3

4 Principal s Report Welcome! Welcome to the Primary Campus of Nunawading Christian College - a special place of which I, as Principal, am very proud. It is a place where we value, encourage challenge, and nurture our students as unique individuals. It is a place where we emphasize the development of the whole person - in other words, the social, emotional, intellectual and spiritual wellbeing of our children. And even though our College has achieved high academic standards, I believe that education should always provide more than academic achievement. It should always encourage the development of healthy self esteem, personal respect, a sense of responsibility, positive attitudes, caring relationships and service to others. And this is what we strive for at Nunawading Christian College. Our College is a Christian school where professional and committed Christian teachers encourage every student to make a special place for God in their life. We weave Christian values into our curriculum in order to encourage respect for self, others and the community. Our motto is Nothing Without God and it is important for us to provide our students with a solid foundation on which they can build their futures has again been a very happy, busy and progressive year for me, and the support from our parents, students, staff and the community family, has been tremendously appreciated. A big thank you to everyone. Our staff, go beyond the call of duty. I commend them for their wonderful dedication, their support, enthusiastic teaching, care for our students and their excellent programs of work. I would like to touch on a few aspects of School life that have excited me during Some of these aspects will be elaborated on again in Section 3 of the report. Enrolments I was delighted to see student enrolment in 2007 increase to 181 students. This places us at capacity and ready for the two new portable classrooms arriving now in A tremendous thrill in 2007 was to receive two Government funding grants from the Howard Government, for small school projects. We were the recipients of $146,000 for: Yr 2004 Yr 2005 Yr 2006 Yr 2007 School Overview 1. The upgrading of our ICT Network. We now have a great computer lab of 28 modern computers, and we have two mobile trolleys with 14 laptops for use in the classrooms. 2. We have now also purchased 8 Interactive Whiteboards 1 for each classroom. These are great teaching tools that, as we learn to use them more effectively, will really benefit our students learning. 3. The grants will enabled us to also outfit with furniture and other needs, the 2 new portable classrooms that will arrive in We do thank the Federal Government for its support with these grants. A great highlight of the year was the excellent academic achievements of our Grade 3-6 students in the 2007 University of NSW International Maths and English Competitions. Out of 103 students who sat the Mathematics, 22 came in the top 1% of Australasia, gaining High Distinctions. 25 gained Distinctions. (top 10%) 36 gained Credits.(top 20%) In English, 16 came in the top 1% of Australasia gaining High Distinctions, 25 gained Distinctions, and 12 credits. We were also greatly thrilled that 6 of our students gained the highest marks in their year levels for the competitions. In October these students were awarded 7 medals between them by the University of NSW, at a special ceremony held at the Carlton Crest in Melbourne. These high achievers are pictured below holding their medals after the ceremony. Heidi Morgan (2nd R), was awarded 2 medals, one for Maths and one for English. This is a very rare accomplishment and is highlighted on the Universities website. 4

5 School Overview 2007 also saw the Introduction of the Government s School Chaplaincy Program. NCC Primary was granted $60,000 to be used over 3 years to support Chaplaincy at our school and we are tremendously fortunate to have Mrs Robyn Kimpton to take on the role of a chaplain for 2 days a week. Buddy bears for the Madeleine Foundation Project. Yes, 2007 has indeed been another busy and happy year, leaving us with many great memories and much gratitude to our God for His supporting guidance and care School Captains Service to others plays an important role in our school. It was with pride that we raised money to support the Madeleine Foundation: our Students made up and sent across to Africa, 130 Samaritan Xmas Shoe Boxes filled with wonderful goodies for children to receive for Xmas; the Coronella retirement home became a focus for reaching out to the elderly in the community and visits and concerts became part of our school life; $7,000 was raised to support ADRA s global relief projects. But perhaps the most meaningful aspect of our school life was to see 5 of our students and 3 of our parents commit their lives to Christ and be baptized. A wonderful spirit of belonging, pride and caring has built throughout our Campus this year. This is indeed very important to me and to our school community. Xmas Shoe Boxes for Africa So finally, I would like again to acknowledge and thank all members of our school community for their ongoing commitment, trust and support of Nunawading Christian College. Sincerely Principal Staff Attendance The staff at Nunawading Christian College Primary Campus are a tremendous team, committed, hardworking and loyal. Of the 194 days for teaching staff to attend school in 2007, the average number of days attended was days. There was a total of 61 absent days taken by all staff during the year, (including an injured staff member, absent on Work Cover, and a staff member on an overseas PD experience.) Staff Retention Out of the 11 teaching staff in 2006, 11 out of the 11, or 100%, were still teaching at the school in the first half of This figure across all Government schools was 87%. A change of staff occurred in the 2nd Professional Engagement Average Days Attended per Staff Member % 97% Average Days Worked (188.9 days) Average Days Absent (5.1 days) semester when Mrs Smith married and left to settle in Sydney. Mrs Smith was then replaced by a very capable Mrs Reed. We also added another staff member to our team, Mr Israel Best, when 2 fulltime staff took on part time work for the year. Mr Best is an excellent second year teacher. 5

6 Professional Engagement Expenditure in Professional Learning Total expenditure for the 2007 year on Professional Learning came to $ There were quite a number of courses we were able to take advantage of that did not have a registration fee and some that were out of school hours so that the payment of a relief teacher was made unnecessary. The average expenditure per teacher on professional learning at the school level was $ Teacher Qualifications All teachers at Nunawading Christian College Primary Campus have full qualifications to be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching as required by government regulations. Teaching qualifications range from Teaching Diplomas to Bachelor Degrees in Teaching. Teachers years of experience also range from 36 years to 4 years. The average years of experience across the teachers was 12.6 years. Professional Learning All teachers have participated in professional learning throughout the year. Major areas included: Teaching ESL Students in the Mainstream Classrooms: Language in Learning Across the Curriculum. Tagging Electrical Appliances Training Musica Viva Workshop Drama Workshop with FRESH Drama School. Family Life Sexuality Education Training Administration Executive Briefings at AISV AISV Briefing for Curriculum Leaders and Curriculum Leaders Workshops. AISV Literacy, Numeracy & ESL Update Brain Gym Training Mentoring Professional Development Workshops. Thinking With The Brain in Mind Main Speakers: John Josephs, Michael Pohl. All staff attended these 3 day Professional learning Seminars and greatly benefited from them. 2 Day THRASS Workshop Training in First Aid and Asthma Management, and use of an Epi-pen 3 VELS Updates by Sandra England Bringing Writing To Life with Tony Stead Professional Learning visits to other schools. 6

7 Student Progress & Achievements Student Attendance Rate Student Average Attendance Rate % 94% Average Days Attended (176) Average Days Absent (11) The School s attendance rate average is 176 days attendance per student out of a possible 187 days, (pupil free days excluded). This is a 94% attendance rate and is better than the statewide average. The 2006 statewide average of 13 days absent per student is significantly higher than the School s average of 11 absent days per student. The school appreciates the support of parents for making attendance at school important for their children. Student Achievement in English & Maths Nunawading Christian College Primary Campus, is very proud of its students achievements in the most important areas of Literacy and Numeracy. Below are graphs showing NCC Primary s achievement, in the University of NSW Educational Assessment for Mathematics and English, 2007, as compared to other school s averages across Victoria, On the next page, the graphs show the proportions of students meeting National benchmarks in reading, writing spelling and numeracy, using an analysis of results from the Government s National AIM testing. In the University of NSW Assessment for Mathematics, out of 103 Gr 3-6 students, 22 students came in the top 1% of Australia receiving High Distinctions, 25 were placed in the top 10%, receiving Distinctions and 36 in the top 20% receiving Credits. In English, 16 came in the top 1%, (High Distinctions), 25 in the top 10%, (distinctions) 12 in the top 20%,(credits). Outstandingly, 7 Students were awarded medals from the University, for achieving perfect scores thus gaining the top marks across Australia for their year levels in English and Maths. One student Heidi Morgan, pictured below, was awarded the rare achievement of receiving 2 medals for perfect scores in both Maths and English. For several years in a row, Nunawading Christian College has been the only Primary School in Victoria where so many students are awarded medals for their top marks. Note below: our school s averages are very high compared to other schools in Victoria. The small vertical black lines show the state and the school s averages. The dark long boxes show Nunawading Christian College s scores as compared to the rest of Victorian Schools (white boxes). We are very proud of our students outstanding achievements. Happy High Distinction Winners 7

8 Student Progress & Achievements The graphs on the right display data taken from the annual Achievement Indicator Monitor (AIM) program. The AIM tests are annual Government tests sat by Year 3 and 5 students in Literacy and Numeracy. The 2 graphs on the right, display the percentage of Year 3 and 5 students who according to their AIM results, were above the National Benchmarks in Reading Writing and Numeracy. The data shows that in Year 5, 100% of students exceed the National Benchmarks. Year 3 students achieved 100% in all but reading (99%). Once again this data highlights the effectiveness of the teaching and learning philosophy and the high standards at NCC. The table below provides us with a comparison of student achievement in AIM Reading and Mathematics/Number levels in Yr 3 and 5, 2006 & It allows us to compare NCC mean scores against Statewide Mean scores. These tables clearly indicate the high level of achievement that our students attain in comparison to the State MEAN SCORES 2007 MEAN SCORES Nunawading Christian College Nunawading Christian College Statewide Mean Scores Year 3 (Reading) Year 5 (Reading) Year 3 (Math/ umber) Year 5 (Math/ umber) 3.9 3,1 Statewide Benchmarks Year 3 (Reading) Year 5 (Reading) Year 3 (Math/ umber) Year 5 (Math/ umber) Per cent of Students Per cent of Students Percentage of Students achieving at or above National Benchmarks 100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% 100% Reading Writing Maths Year 3, 2007 Percentage of Students achieving at or above National Benchmarks 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% Reading Writing Maths Year 5, 2007 The data provided in these graphs, & the 2 Maths graphs on the next page, shows the trend over 5 years of how our students have done and how their scores compare with the state. The year 3 scores can be followed up to see progress 2 years later in the Year 5. All scores show an upward trend. 8

9 Student Progress & Achievements The 2 graphs below show a summary of the 2007 Literacy and Numeracy AIMS Testing. Each subject s mean score has been tabled for our School and for the State. In the graphs below the tables, the red boxes represent our school results, the pale boxes, the state results, and the small black lines across the boxes, show where the median scores fall. The small lines above and below the boxes show the range from the lower achievers to the higher achievers. We can be proud of how our students have attained. 9

10 Student Engagement & Wellbeing/ Pastoral Care Student Progress & Achievements Chapel Drama We believe: HAPPY STAFF = HAPPY STUDENTS = HAPPY PARENTS = GOOD, SOUND STUDENT LEARNING & WELL BEING We believe that to achieve good student engagement and wellbeing, as expressed in the opening statement above, it is essential to be happy at, and to be happy with, your school. The next section of the report deals with Student, Teacher and Parent Satisfaction and it is very pleasing to note that we do have happy students, staff and parents. Our staff are a great team - they are very hardworking, dedicated to do what it takes to bring out the best in each individual child and each is mission driven to. empower students to ENJOY quality learning, to achieve to their potential and to be inspired to follow Christ. We have a consistent whole school approach to student engagement and wellbeing. Our school program in 2007 catered for this in a variety of ways: Our Whole School Character Values Program impacts on our students and staff across the school. The fortnightly value being taught, discussed and practiced, helps our students in their character development and in reaching out to others. It develops a sense of wellbeing and also serves as anti-bullying motivation. We have a strong emphasis on developing Literacy and Numeracy skills across the school. Our lower school teachers are commended for their consistent effort and focus in grounding students in sound reading, writing and mathematics skills. This is the focused concentration of the lower school. The efforts put in by the rest of the teaching staff to improve reading, writing and mathematics standards must also be commended. Awards and certificates are given out every week at our Chapel assembly to appreciate character values displayed, achievement in class work or sports, or for something done or achieved that deserves recognition. The Reading Recovery and the Literacy & Numeracy Tutition Assistance Programs also benefit our students greatly. Many children have been encouraged and helped with their reading and writing skills through these programs. Thanks must go to Mrs Smith, Mrs Pitt and Mrs McKeon for their excellent programs. We were successful in receiving a resiliency grant from the Government for This enabled us to engage a drama teacher to work very effectively with small drama groups across the school. Drama develops confidence, public speaking skills, emotional expression, creativity, team work & organization. Assistance was also given with the wonderful school production performed at the year end concert in which every child had a part. Gr 1 Eskimos Gr 6 Africans Prep Mongolians 10

11 Student Progress & Achievements Our special Festival of Faith Week (a spiritual emphasis week) was a highlight for Rainbow the Clown from the USA was our special guest speaker. The week was a week of great fun and character building with many students making decisions to be committed to Christ. Starting school everyday with Worship, a positive time of praise, prayer and discussions on spiritual values, provides a great positive start to the day and also reinforces self esteem. The Gifted and Talented Program for students identified as having outstanding potential in various areas, provided enrichment for these students academic needs. A big thank you goes to Mrs Pitt and the work she is doing in this area. English as a Second Language Programs are run for our International students and other ESL students. The welcoming and integration of our Over -seas Students into the mainstream has been a wonderful cultural and social benefit to us all as a school. Sally Squad Puppets The Preps Buddy Program started in 2006, has continued successfully bringing a great sense of comradeship and a sense of belonging together to our older and younger students. The Family Life sexuality seminars, run for Grade 5 & 6 students and their parents were very successful. They were great building times for the parents and their children. Grade 3 and 4 students will again benefit from these seminars next year. Students & teachers need to have fun in their learning & social activities. In 2007 Activities such as: School Picnic, the Healthy Eating Pyjama Breakfast, The Sally Squad Puppets, Andrew Wegners Mini-beasts visit, Nuna Idol Talent Quest, Grade 3/4 Sleepover, Grade 5 Character Challenge 4 day Camp, Grade 6 Trip to Canberra, Buddy Parties, ADRA Walkathon, Musica Viva Shrewd Brass Concert,, World of Maths Hands-on Problem Solving day, the 3 CSIRO Science Hands-on Days, Gr 6 Imax Visit, Roller Skating morning, Retirement Village Coronella concerts, Zoo trips, other excursions and incursions, After School Sports Program, Gr 6 Graduation Dinner, all brought fun and learning together for our students. The Adventist School System s 2007 Professional Development Conference on Thinking with the Brain taken by John Josephs and Michael Pohl, gave staff excellent building blocks for developing a school wide focus on skilled thinking and Resiliency. Opportunities for leadership were provided for School Captains and for other students. The School Captains had the opportunity to attend the National Young Leaders Day and take a Chapel presentation for the school. They attended a forum with the Prime Minister John Howard, attended various leadership morning teas with local Council and Members of Parliament, and prepared speeches and powerpoints to present to the school. The Captains and Grade 6 students also were trained and did a very effective job in touring visitors around our school at special Functions, and also were trained to be role models to the younger students around the school. Leadership opportunities are also extended to all students when they organize and run the weekly Chapel assembly. This happens 4 times a year for each class and students are exposed to public speaking, preparing items, singing and organizing the program with the Chaplain and class teacher. BILLY CART GRAND-PRIX CHAMPIONS Other programs on offer in 2007 to extend and enrich students development include: Bell Choir, School Singing Group, School Band, Interschool Sports in athletics and cross country, Gateways extension programs, School concert productions, Billy Cart Grand Prix, Kanga Cricket Competition, Premier s Reading Challenge Cultural Groups held every Thursday afternoon for Grade 3 - Grade 6 such as: Cooking, Woodwork Creative Science Experiments Mosaics, String Art Art Classes, Chess Club. Creative Crafts, Bush Dancing Dynamic Drama, Sculpturing Aerobics & Fitness 11

12 Student Progress & Achievements The Preps Buddy Program started 2006, has continued successfully bringing a great sense of comradeship to our older and younger students The Before-school Running Club was a new innovation this year meeting 3 times a week, promoting fitness and fun. Thanks are extended to Mr Ball for his amazing imput. Many new sets of books, charts, and videos, to enhance the classroom programs, were purchased for our library in 2007 Another wonderful school community success was the Art Exhibition. With every child having a piece of art framed and exhibited for parents and friends to buy, the pride shown by students was great and the keenness of parents to purchase their children s art was very rewarding. The following photos give a tiny glimpse of aspects of our students lives at Nunawading Christian College. Friday Swimming Classes Preps Fire Brigade Visit The Grade 6 trip to Canberra for a week and the Grade 5 Character Challenge Camp at Forest Edge for a week, were great highlights in 2007 for our Grade 5 & 6 students. The 2 below photos show aspects of their trip. Gr 6 Canberra Trip Grade 1 Cooking New Laptop Trolleys Preps at the Zoo Gr 5 Character Challenge Camp Billy Cart Grand- Prix Dressed up Racing Team. Getting Ready for the Art Exhibition 12

13 Parent, Student and Teacher Satisfaction Survey A School Perception Survey, prepared by the Avondale College Marketing Department, was given out to Teachers, Students and Parents to guage satisfaction of the 2007 school year. From these surveys, 3 graphs - Teachers, Students and Parent School Satisfaction Survey Graphs, have been prepared to show the satisfaction level of the respondents. The graphs are displayed on the following pages The Surveys given out were all the same and consisted of 40 questions. These questions are listed opposite so that they can be referred to when interpreting the graphs. Each question was answered on a graded scale of 1 to 4, 4 being the highest and 1 the lowest, ie 4 Strongly Agree 3 Agree 2 Disagree 1 Strongly Disagree School Community Feedback The graphs show the average scores for each question on the vertical axis. The score is out of a possible 4. The question numbers, that the score refers to, are along the bottom of the graphs. Participants answered the same questions however some questions were applicable to the student group (20) and so these 20 formed the basis of the Student Satisfaction Graph. Some questions were applicable to the Parents (25) and the Staff (25) and these questions formed the basis of the Staff and Parent Surveys. The surveys are valuable for looking at areas for improvement and areas in which the school does well. We were delighted at the very positive responses our parents, staff and students had for their school and thank all parents who made the time to take part in the surveys. School Survey Questions 1. The school has a strong Adventist Christian focus 2. Teachers encourage students in their personal relationship with Christ 3. Teachers encourage students to reach their full potential 4. Students' individual educational needs are considered 5. Students are friendly towards each other 6. Sport programs encourage all children to participate 7. School discipline reflects a Christian philosophy 8. Progressive teaching strategies are used 9. The school environment is a safe place to be. 10. School grounds/buildings reflect the professional standard of the school 11. Students wear their uniform with pride 12. Students with learning difficulties receive appropriate support 13. Opportunities are available for students to develop their unique talents 14. School telephones are answered quickly and politely 15. You feel included in the school community 16. The newsletter keeps parents well informed 17. The school Chaplain helps students with their spiritual journey 18. Teachers are available and give valuable feedback to parents 19. There is an adequate gifted and talented program in place 13

14 School Community Feedback 20. Leadership skills are encouraged and developed in students 21. The school canteen serves healthy food 22. Communication from administration is clear and concise 23. Students have strong friendship networks at school 24. Parent volunteers feel appreciated 25. Teachers reflect the Christian ethos of the school 26. Staff have a positive and professional attitude to their work Average Score School Satisfaction Survey Students Question number 27. Teachers are approachable and available out of class time 28. The school canteen serves enjoyable food 29. Office staff are friendly and efficient 30. Children respect the support staff of this school 31. Teachers are encouraged to grow professionally 32. Classroom discipline is conducted in a positive manner 33. Students are encouraged to achieve high academic results 34. Excursions are a valuable learning tool at this school 35. Parents feel welcome at school 36. Excellence is fostered in all areas of the Students Survey The students from Grade 4-6 took part in this School Survey. The 20 question answers are graphed above. Students answers scored very high with an overall average of 3.51 out of a possible 4. Some comments written on the survey by students include: It is a great and awesome place to be. I look forward to coming to school every morning! This school is the best in the world! I love it! I never want to move schools because it is a great Christian school. It is a very good school. I highly recommend it. The teachers are great, the school is clean, the kids are nice and it helps you come closer to God. My school is great! It is fun and it has kind teachers and we achieve well.. My school cares about me and has great academics. My school is strong in spiritual faith. Our school focuses on Christ, has high values, great teachers and friendliness. My school is really good with the tremendous support we get. We have a better uniform than any school! There are lots of nice people, I love Special Interest Groups, the Christian values and the contests. The strengths of my school are that it has high academic levels, a very friendly environment, good teachers and After-School Sports. It s a wonderful school. You learn heaps and people and staff are nice and caring. I feel included! Our school is cool! school curriculum 37. Generally, students relate well to teachers 38. Overall I am satisfied with my school experience 39. Pre-school to Kindergarten transition program is adequate 40. The library resources meet your needs 14

15 School Community Feedback 2007 School Satisfaction Survey Staff Average Score Question number Teachers Survey Out of a possible 4, teachers scored their school satisfaction very high. The average score across all questions was Some of the comments written on the surveys were: The best decision I ever made was to come from the State System to work at NCC. This is the best school I have ever taught at. It has a unified staff who appreciate each other s strengths and see God as the real leader. It has a leader who values & encourages staff & is always there to listen. An excellent, happy team working together under a strong leader, for the best good of our students.. It is a lovely school, a wonderful atmosphere to work in and high achievement School Satisfaction Survey Parents A verage Score Question number Parents Survey Thank you to the large number of parents who returned surveys. Parents rated the school high in their answers. The average score for Parent satisfaction was 3.4 out of 4. Some comments made were: Great spiritual leadership, great Primary leader, great positivity and encouragement. A strong, positive Christian influence. A happy place of learning & building character and knowledge. A family focus. We have made the best decision in sending our child to this school. There is no way I will remove my child from the school. Even if I have to hold down more than one job to do so. We are extremely satisfied with everything at school. Our school has wonderful staff, provides a nurturing & caring environment for my child and shows quality academic education, as well as encourages my child s spiritual growth. All children are valued and known by the Principal, teachers and other children. I love it! Small and nurturing, strong Christian values taught & applied, great After-School Sports program, an emphasis on serving others before self. A small, caring & sharing environment with a fantastic Primary Principal and Administration who closely monitor all aspects. 15

16 Future Directions for the School Key elements of Future Direction For SPIRITUAL DIMENSION To extend the hours and role of the Government supported Chaplain, Mrs Kimpton, by applying for extra funding. Develop the extra hours into more community activity ie family visitations, discussion groups (CHAT GROUP), and develop a resiliency/well-being/ Christian Values classroom role. Maintain the special Adventist spiritual ethos of the College To continue vibrant and spiritually challenging student worship times at the beginning of each class day, incorporating meaningfully, into the worship time, our Christian value program. To continue our daily staff worships at 8:15am for the uplifting in prayer to God of our staff, and our student families. Maintain the good quality of the weekly Chapel programs and the Festival of Faith spiritual emphasis week. Staff to continue to inspire students to commitment to Christ. 2. CURRICULUM & TEACHING PRACTICE With training, develop skills for using our new Interactive Whiteboards effectively. Continue with Staff Appraisals To continue on the implementation of VELS into all curriculum and provide Professional Development in this area. Set up a sequence of Thinking Skills to be covered across the school. Maintain the quality of student reports and adopt any Government recommendations needed. Keep reports easily understood by parents. Develop and implement Scope and Sequence curriculum documents across the P- 12 School in appropriate subjects. Keep to our Curriculum Development Review Schedule so that all areas of the curriculum are systematically addressed. Provide time and finances for teachers Professional Development throughout 2007 especially in VELS, working with ESL Students, Developing Thinking skills, Coping with Special Needs, Educating boys, and extending the brighter student. 3. STUDENT LEARNING & PASTERAL CARE Keep our focus on developing strong literacy and numeracy standards across the school. Continue to build a strong spirit of pride and a positive school atmosphere among all staff, students and parents. Affirm and celebrate, student achievers, and students who display development of good character traits. Encourage underachievers by developing their strengths. Use verbal affirmation, encouragement, certificates, awards, stickers, show interest in their strength areas. Extend the hours of the Literacy & Numeracy Assistant Tutor to help more students with areas of need. semi- Continue the Family Life sexuality nars. Develop the Gifted & Talented program and the in-class extension programs for greater academic challenge to our brighter students. Continue to develop strategies for the smooth transition of all grade 6 students into NCC Year 7 Secondary Program. Outfit and resource the 2 new portable classrooms. Continue running our After School Sports Program, Running Club and Interest Groups extra -Curricular activity programs. Continue to develop the ESL program for International Students. Provide Professional Development for ESL staff. Provide for a good selection of new library books into the library each year. 4. SCHOOL COMMUNITY Provide a warm, welcoming, Christ-centred Environment to all who come through our doors. Establish CHAT GROUP to enable parents to get together socially each 2nd week. Re-design the Website for better communication and layout. Engage consultants to help with this. Encourage more families to join the Home & School Association & activities. Plan further opportunities for students to engage in community service activities. Maintain a regular, quality newsletter, combined every second week with the Secondary Campus. Send newsletters and notices out to parents via web-site and as well as hard copy in folders. Continue to provide at the school, Fun Days, Picnics, Dedication Evening, Prep Orientation Days, Open Days and Parent visiting days for community interaction. Affirm parents for their support of the school. 16

17 Future Directions for the School 5. PLANT DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT, FACILITIES, RESOURCES, MARKETING Amalgamate the two campuses of Nunawading Christian College under the management of one Principal and appoint Heads to run the Primary and Secondary Campuses. Develop job descriptions for the roles of new Administration. Develop a staged master plan for designing the plant for a fully amalgamated Prep - 12 College. Use consultants to design a flow in the buildings between Primary Campus and Secondary Campus. Our Grade 6 Graduates Boys, 2007 Develop a Business/Financial Plan for each step of the staged master plan, and plan when each stage can be achieved. Develop plans for catering for a future double streamed Primary School buildings, play areas, resources etc Continue to follow the School Strategic Plan , reviewing it each year when developing the Annualized Plan. Place 2 extra Primary classrooms - 2 portables from Secondary Campus - at the end of the primary oval. Place the existing small portable at the end of the Primary car park. Paint and outfit the portables for use as 2 Primary classrooms, Gr 4 and Gr 5 and a music/drama /parent meeting room. Operate financial management strategies that ensure operation within budget of the Primary Campus. Our Grade 6 Graduates Girls 2007 Make sure all fees (bus & School fees) are paid each term and school fee debt is not occurring..review fee policies and procedures to ensure appropriate fee structures are in place. Work with Conference Education Director and the Education Board of Directors to develop governance guidelines for the school Council to operate within. Start the development of the new Sports Oval and the obtaining of the Title to the school land. Develop suitable road access to the College for when the oval is in place. 17

18 Future Directions for the School 5. FACILITIES, RESOURCES, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING continued Employ a part-time Marketing Coordinator for the school. School Council, Marketing Committee and Marketing Coordinator follow the strategies outlined in the 2006 Cleanskin Marketing Plan. Develop strategies for boosting Prep enrolments and having waiting lists ready for moving into double streaming of Prep. Employ a Part-time Maintenance Manager for the P-12 school for 2 days a week. Review the Annual Maintenance Plan and make sure it is carried out. Make plans for establishing an After School Care Program for Start to review and amalgamate, where appropriate, Primary and Secondary policies and develop one set of policies for across the P-!2 School. CONCLUSION As we look to the future, we do so with confidence in God s leading, giving thanks for the past and taking courage for the challenges of the future, in order that society may be blessed by the significant contribution of our students. 18

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