In 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, the Apostle Paul beautifully describes love, saying, "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."

This passage reminds us of the immense power of love. Love is not just an emotion but a choice and a commitment to treat others with respect, kindness, and compassion. As Christians, we are called to embody this love in our daily lives, especially in how we treat others.

Bullying stands in direct opposition to the love that Paul describes. Bullying is rooted in pride, selfishness, and a desire to demean others. It dishonours others, seeks its own way, and often delights in causing harm. When we choose to love as Christ loved us, we actively resist these negative behaviours.

Jesus teaches us to "love your neighbour as yourself" (Mark 12:31). This commandment includes everyone, even those who may be difficult to love. By standing against bullying, we are fulfilling this commandment. We show the power of love by protecting those who are vulnerable, by being kind to those who are hurting, and by standing up for what is right.

In our school and community, let us be beacons of Christ's love. Let us create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. When we see bullying, let us have the courage to speak out and take action. Through our love, we can transform hearts and build a community that reflects the love of Christ.

Remember, love always protects, always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres. Let us harness this power of love to stand against bullying and make a difference in the lives of those around us

Please be aware that Camp Australia will NOT operate on the Student Free Day - Friday 14th June 2024.

Works at the Ballarto Road and Potts Road intersection are expected to start in July 2024 and be completed by the end of 2024. We’ll provide further details about expected disruptions as planning progresses.

As part of the upgrade, we are planning to install new Country Fire Authority (CFA) activated traffic lights at the Ballarto Road and Potts Road intersection, to allow Skye CFA to respond to emergencies quicker.

Updated design at the Ballarto Road and Potts Road intersection
The Ballarto Road and Potts Road intersection upgrade will include:

New CFA activated traffic lights at the intersection

Widening Ballarto Road to provide a new right turn lane

Widening Potts Road to provide a separate right and left turn lane

Adding a semi-mountable concrete island on Potts Road

Road pavement improvements and new street lighting.

We will also be installing new underground vehicle sensors and “Keep Clear” line marking at the Skye Primary School staff carpark access.

How will the new CFA activated traffic lights at the intersection work?
During an emergency, Skye CFA will be able to activate the new traffic lights at the Ballarto Road and Potts Road intersection. The traffic lights will stop drivers on Ballarto Road, allowing Skye CFA vehicles to safely turn from Potts Road onto Ballarto Road and respond to emergencies quicker.

At all other times, drivers on Ballarto Road will have a green traffic light, and drivers on Potts Road will see no lights on the traffic light and will need to follow the ‘Give Way’ sign.

To keep up to date with the project, visit the VicRoads website.

We have begun our "Special Guest Readers" for our Kinder Library time.

This is a wonderful way for our Kinders to meet and connect with our wider school community. Mr Rolleston read " I want to be a Roc Star" which the children really enjoyed.

This week the children participated in creating a native Indigenous Garden together with support from our local BUNNINGS. The children helped prepare the garden, planted 15 local indigenous plants and watered them in to give them a great start in our new garden. Thankyou Bunnings for your involvement in our Kinder program and for donating plants, soil, fertiliser and new garden tools and a watering can. This also formed part of our learning and discussions around Reconciliation week ( NOW MORE THAN EVER) at Kinder.

Last week, nine students attended the district cross country in Hastings. Well done to all of the runners. Hayden in Grade 6 will compete again next week as he progresses to the next round after coming first in his race. We wish him all the best.

Thank you to all the parents attending Reading morning/afternoon in the P-2 area. The children always enjoy listening to stories and, even more so, having their parents in the classroom.

The Grade 3 and 4 classes attended a concert by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in at Hamer Hall last Friday. This excursion was organised by Mr. Rolleston and is a great addition to our music program as well as source of inspiration for the strings program.

Yesterday Grade 3 and 5 both headed into Melbourne to the IMAX Cinema. Autumn is a beautiful time of the year in Melbourne when all of the leaves fall. Playing in the leaves turned out to be the highlight of the excursion!

Well done to our two Grade 6 teams who competed in the CSEN Masterminds Competition yesterday at Waverley. They finished in second and third places, working as a team to complete difficult tasks in all academic areas.

Flinders Values Award

Congratulations to Riley and Lili for receiving the Flinders values award at last week’s chapel.
Lily exemplified Grace, Excellence and Integrity by contributing positively in class and Riley displays Integrity in the way he learns and works with others.

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,

I am delighted to share some of the recent highlights and upcoming initiatives within our Secondary School community. Our Secondary Cross Country event was a tremendous success, with students showcasing their athletic prowess and school spirit. The enthusiasm and energy were palpable, and it was wonderful to see so many of our students participating and supporting each other

Our Year 9 city camp to Melbourne, organized by Michael McLean, was another fantastic experience. Students engaged in an Amazing Race, tested their limits with rock climbing, and were thrilled by the stage show "Wicked." This camp provided invaluable opportunities for students to build friendships, develop leadership skills, and create lasting memories.

Additionally, our musical team night, "Have a Go," was a remarkable evening filled with talent and creativity. Students demonstrated their musical abilities and teamwork, making it a memorable event for all who attended. Kudos to all the performers and organizers for their hard work and dedication.

I am also proud of the outstanding work our School Leaders have been doing in organizing and leading our Assemblies and Chapels. Their efforts have created meaningful and engaging sessions that have been well-received by the entire school community. Their leadership and commitment to enhancing our school culture are truly commendable.

In other exciting news, our Year 8 students are currently trialling our new Positive Behaviour Support Framework. This initiative aims to gather feedback from students and parents to ensure it effectively promotes a positive and supportive school environment. We are eager to hear your thoughts and insights as we refine this important program.

A gentle reminder to all students: please remember to wear your blazers to and from school each day. If for any reason a student is unable to comply with the uniform policy, they must bring a note or have a parent/carer email their house mentor to obtain a uniform pass.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. Together, we are creating a vibrant and nurturing environment for our students to thrive.

Upcoming dates:

Student Free day (Report Writing): 14 June

Kick Start: Commences 17 June

Year 8 and year 11 Camp: 24 to 28 June

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: 26 & 27 June

Last day of school Friday 28 June

Warm regards,

Matthew Bodley
Head of Secondary School

Dear Parents, Students, and Music Enthusiasts,

The last couple of weeks have been a busy time for the Music Team. After our first Have A Go Performance Night for the year, which we received very positive feedback for, the team were back to rehearsing and preparing for more events.

Mornington Peninsula Choral Festival – 30 May

Angela McLaren our wonderful Choir Director and both our Junior & Senior Choirs put on a fantastic show at the Mornington Peninsula Choral Festival. Accompanied by David Campbell on piano and Justin McLaren on guitar they entertained the crowd with a total of 5 songs including some old-time rock n’ roll and a Medley from Hamilton.

MSO Excursion – 31 May

Our Grade 3 & 4 students had the privilege of seeing The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra perform last week showcasing a concert based on the picture story book ‘The Peasant Prince’. The excitement of the students to see all the orchestral instruments along with the atmosphere created in the theatre from the music really was quite special.

Upcoming Events:

Winter Soiree – 13 June
The Music Team are excited to be presenting our Music Winter Soiree, which will feature all the Carrum Downs Secondary Ensembles. This is a great opportunity for our talented students to perform a number of pieces they have being working on in the first semester and will highlight the outstanding work they have done. If you are free, please come along and check it out.

For any general inquiries or questions about our music programs, please feel free to contact Mrs. Linda Harris at musiccarrumdowns@flinders.vic.edu.au

Flinders Got Talent 2024 #4

I am excited to announce that FGT returns next term. This is one amazing night of entertainment from the staff and students from our CD community. This year the event will be FREE. I will be organising a little donation bucket at the door for the charity Feel the Magic, who support children who have lost a parent or sibling, a charity which is close to the hearts of myself and daughter. The event will take place on Thursday 15 August at 6pm in E Block.

Previously we have had magic, singing, dancing, dog tricks and gymnastics to name but a few. This year our judging panel will be the cast of Alice by Heart from MLOC Productions, who are a talented group of performers with many years training and performance in the Performing Arts industry.

Closing date for entries will be Thursday 1 August. In the first instance, please contact my Performing Arts Captains, Salma and Mackenzie with your expression of interest to perform and what your act will look like. You can email them on SMusa24@fccc.vic.edu.au and MVokes25@fccc.vic.edu.au.

Frozen Kids 2024

I am overwhelmed by the large amount of Primary School students who auditioned for this year’s Frozen Kids Primary School Production to be held in November this year. We are just shy of 60 students including 13 boys which is great to see!! Needless to say, casting is taking slightly longer than I first though due to the enormous pool of talent so hang in tight and I will hopefully be making the cast announcement in the next 2 weeks.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Our Secondary School Production will take place at the Frankston Arts Centre on the 26th and 27th June. Tickets are now available to buy online or from the Frankston Arts Centre box office. Don’t miss out on a fabulous production. The cast and crew would love the support of the Flinders community.

Diane O’Hare

Performing Arts Coordinator

We would like to recognise and congratulate numerous students who competed at the Global Games Cheer and Dance Championships!

Global Games Cheer and Dance Championships
The Global Games for Cheer and Dance showcases the most challenging performances, positive energy and shared emotions within the All Star community. The Global Games event was hosted in Waikiki, Honolulu from the 17 - 19 May,

We are extremely proud of Divya J, Indi M, Sienna D & Taleah R (Carrum Downs) who competed at the Cheer and Dance Global Games. Divya & Indi competed in the Youth Jazz team ‘Crush’ who performed such a fun routine and placed 3rd overall in their division. Divya also competed in the Youth Level 1 team ‘Little Leis’ who placed 7th overall in a huge division.

Sienna & Taleah competed in the Open Level 3 team ‘Lady Leis’ who put out a beautiful Day 1 (semis) and Day 2 (Finals) routine and finished 3rd overall in their division.

We are so proud of all of the Flinders College athletes who competed at the 2024 Cheer and Dance Global Games.

What Is Sport Aerobics?
Sport Aerobics combines elements of traditional aerobics with dance and fitness. High intensity routines are performed to energetic music, that include a variety of skills and movement patterns.

What Will We Do?
Sessions will go through the fundamentals of sport aerobics working on jumps, choreography and skills!

How Long Will This Program Go For?
Our current plan is to run fun sessions starting in term 3 and finishing at the end of Term 4! We are hoping that these sessions will help students build the skills and technique to look at entering a competitive team for 2025!

When Does This Start?
We will be running an open session on the 11th of June. Students will have the opportunity to come in and watch our Year 7 team train and get involved to see what its all about.

Who Can Join and Where Do I Go?
Any students in Year 3 - 6! We will be running lunchtime sessions in the Multi purpose space!

How Do I Sign Up?
Students can sign up using the link below or by emailing Emily (Emily.Fellows@Flinders.vic.edu.au)

https://forms.office.com/r/sSb1yQmcd5

Please note students are now able to apply for SIS Weekly Sport coaching positions in term 3.

Student coaches can submit an application using the Moodle form below to be considered a coach for one of our SIS Weekly Sport teams!

Year 11/12’s may only apply to coach Junior (Year 7/8’s) & Inter Sport (Year 9/10’s)

Year 9/10’s may only apply to coach Junior Sport (Year 7/8’s).

Students may not coach and play in the same term, i.e. an Inter coaching a Junior Sport on Thursday may not then play on Friday.

The expectation of student coaches is that they attend matches and run lunchtime trainings.

Applications will be read by our Head of Sport (Miss Jackson), who will then liaise with heads of house and classroom teachers to ensure student behaviour and work ethic reflects the colleges values.

Each sport will have 1 coach selected for the term. Successful applicants will be emailed by Miss Jackson.

If you are unsuccessful for a term, you are more than welcome to apply for the next term.

Applications will close on Friday 28 June at 11:55pm

https://our.flinders.vic.edu.au/mod/feedback/view.php?id=1946061

If you have any further questions, please reach out to Miss Jackson (Tori.Jackson@Flinders.vic.edu.au)

or Emily (Emily.Fellows@flinders.vic.edu.au)

Our House Athletics was a while ago now (back in Term 1) and we are in the process of finalising our Cross Campus Athletics squad.

SIS Division A Athletics Championships will be held in Term 3 on Tuesday 27 August, 2024 @ Lakeside Stadium.

Before this date we will be running our Athletics Training day on Monday, 29 August @ Ballam Park.

This session is designed to assist students develop their technical skills in jumping, throwing and relay changeovers, with elite specialist athletic coaches.

If you did not compete at House Athletics, for whatever reason, or would like to be considered for a particular event, please let Miss Jackson or Ms. Chatfield know ASAP. If students have been successful in making our athletics squad, they will be notified by the end of term 2.

On Tuesday 4 June, select students from Year 7, 8 and 9 across both campuses, competed in the U15 Victorian College Basketball Championship preliminary day at Frankston Basketball Stadium. Flinders were represented by 4 teams: A Division 1 Boys and Girls team as well as a Division 2 Boys and Girls team.

Congratulations to coach Kerryn and her Division 1 Girls team for winning the grand final against Berwick and making it through to the next round! Both the Division 1 Boys and Division 2 girls teams lost in a close semi final but had a great day nonetheless.

All players involved today should be really proud of their sportsmanship and representation of Flinders on the basketball court

As Term 2 comes to a close, it is time to start thinking about whether you want to participate in an SIS sport in Term 3. We will have the following sports on offer:

Junior Boys Netball - Year 7 and 8
Junior Boys AFL - Year 7 and 8
Junior Girls AFL - Year 7 and 8
Inter Boys Soccer - Year 9 and 10
Inter Girls Netball - Year 9 and 10
Senior Boys Basketball - Year 11 and 12
Senior Girls Netball - Year 11 and 12

Tryouts will be run in the last 3 weeks of Term 2 and the first week of Term 3. Please keep an eye on your emails from Emily Fellows for more details.

On Sunday 26 May 2024, Frankston SES held the opening day for our brand new satellite unit on Ballarto Road in Skye. This new unit will assist Frankston SES with our response to the Skye, Langwarrin and Carrum Downs community, and we are very excited to now be operational from the Skye facilities.

On the day of our opening, we were very generously assisted by Flinders Christian College, who not only provided parking for our members, families and visitors, but also the use of the college bus, which was proudly driven by FCC employee and SES Frankston member Marg to ferry our visitors from the parking at the college to the SES unit.

We are very grateful, and appreciative of this wonderful collaborative community approach, and look forward to working with the college in the future to help make a safer community.

Thank you, Flinders Christian College!