The Vine Issue 7 – 2024

COLLEGE PRINCIPAL

Mr James Tamblyn

Last week, we celebrated Pentecost Sunday, which falls on the seventh Sunday after Easter and marks the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the followers of Jesus, signifying the beginning of the Christian church’s mission to the world. Love, joy, peace, patience, goodness, kindness and faith are among the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Christians believe that it is through these virtues that we experience God’s daily presence in our lives.

It is an ongoing commitment to these values which underpins our College community. We speak often at Pedare about how many things matter, but nothing is more important than the way we treat each other and the quality of relationships we aspire to develop. These gifts and values are what we celebrate and give thanks for at Pentecost. I commend our students for the way they continue to care for and respect each other, and the work of staff and families in modelling and encouraging these behaviours.

‘A new heart I will give you, and a new spirit I will put within you,’ says the Lord God; ‘I will put my spirit within you and you shall live.’

Ezekiel 36:26; 37:14

It was a pleasure to officially welcome our 2024 Reception students to the College at the Reception Commencement Service last Friday. These students have made a very positive start to their school journey, and it was wonderful to have so many families and friends in attendance to share the celebration. My thanks to Reception teachers Mrs Rachel Watts and Mr Chris O’Brien, and their teams, for their incredible support of our youngest students daily and their work to ensure such a beautiful service. We look forward to sharing the journey with our Reception students and their families over the next thirteen years.

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL & HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL

Mrs Mandy Hore

Reception Commencement Service

There’s only one you!

One of the most heart-warming occasions on the annual College calendar is the Reception Commencement Service. Supported by their Year 12 buddies, our 2024 Reception cohort was officially welcomed to the College last week.

Reception students have made a wonderful start to their school life, and we are already very impressed by the kind, caring and courageous learners they are.

During the service, each student was reminded that they are unique and that many wonderful, magical experiences lie ahead. There will be new people to meet, friends to make, games to play and places to explore. There will be stories to hear and tell, artworks to create and puzzles to solve.

There will be days of smooth sailing and others that are blustery. While each person’s journey will look different, what will remain constant is the support all students can expect and the commitment to providing a learning environment that is challenging and personalised, caring and nurturing. Our priority is to encourage each student to be the best version of themselves. That includes being a good person, as what matters most is who they are, how they treat others and choosing to do what they know is right.

The service closed with a presentation to the 2024 Reception cohort of a mandarin tree, which we will nurture, care for and look after alongside these special young learners as they both grow, flourish and bear fruit over the next 13 years.

HEAD OF MIDDLE SCHOOL

Mrs Eliza Buckoke

As we continue our journey through this term, I am delighted to share some of the exciting activities and initiatives that our students have been involved in.

We were proud to have some of our Middle School students contributing to the Anglican Schools Cup sporting teams who competed at Pulteney Grammar School in Week 2. Well done to all involved!

HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL

Mr Josh Willis

Year 12 Retreat

We are so pleased with the engagement and enthusiasm displayed by our Year 12 cohort during their recent retreat at Nunyara, Belair. This setting provided the perfect backdrop for the students to immerse themselves fully in the retreat’s activities. Throughout the retreat, it was evident that our students wholeheartedly embraced the experience, demonstrating a strong commitment to participating in every aspect of the program. From heartfelt discussions about gratitude to collaborative exercises aimed at fostering resilience and teamwork, the students approached each activity with maturity and enthusiasm. This retreat provided a valuable opportunity for our Year 12s to not only bond with their peers and teachers but also to reflect on their wellbeing, prioritising self-care amid their busy schedules. We are confident that their experiences during this time will have a lasting impact as they navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the remainder of the year.

National Volunteer Week

It’s National Volunteer Week! This is a wonderful opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our College volunteers across the Pedare community.

Whether you are part of the Parents & Friends (P&F) Association helping during the Father’s and Mother’s Day Stalls, Sports Day, Carnivals, or you volunteer to help Junior School students practice their reading in the mornings, or you spend time assisting with excursions or coaching our extra-curricular clubs and groups—whatever your role in volunteering, you play an essential part in fostering community connections at our College.

Thank you once again for all that you do.

Click here to learn more about how you can volunteer at Pedare

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

National Simultaneous Storytime

Reception – Year 7

National Simultaneous Storytime is an annual event where a picture book, written by an Australian author and illustrator, is read simultaneously in libraries, schools and other places across the country. This year, the book chosen by the Australian Library and Information Association was “Bowerbird Blues,” written and illustrated by Aura Parker. Classes from Reception through to Year 7 enjoyed reading the book along with over 2 million other readers nationwide. Students then had the opportunity to complete activities related to the story, including creating beautiful blue artwork inspired by the book’s stunning illustrations.

Ms Sarah Mossel

Year 3 Zoo Excursion

Year 3

Year 3s travelled to the Adelaide Zoo as part of their ‘Sharing the Planet and Science’ Unit of Inquiry, focusing on animals, the various species and how they survive in their environments. They attended an engaging session in the Education Centre on life-cycles, learning about how animals grow and change throughout their lifetime. Following the session, students had the opportunity to walk around the zoo to view a wide range of animals and their habitats.

Miss Madison Krawczyk & Miss Kayla Gyles

Year 8 Amazing Mathematics Race

Year 8 Maths

On Tuesday, 21 May, Year 8 students participated in an exhilarating ‘Amazing Maths Race’ incursion, which was filled with teamwork, problem-solving and a lot of fun. Throughout the day, students engaged in solving brain-teasing puzzles and worked collaboratively to tackle various challenges. This exciting event provided a unique opportunity for students to apply their mathematical skills in a dynamic and interactive environment.

By the end of the incursion, students had formed stronger bonds with their peers and gained valuable lessons in teamwork and perseverance. It was wonderful to see the enthusiasm and determination displayed by all participants as they navigated through the race.

Mrs Nicola Fotheringham

Year 9 Community Projects

On Wednesday, 15 May, Year 9 students dedicated an entire day to their Community Projects — a six-month journey focused on investigating and taking action to meet a need within a community. I have been incredibly impressed with the thoughtful and compassionate service the students have undertaken this year and the confidence with which they have stepped out of their comfort zones to make a meaningful impact through their projects.

Just to mention a few examples:

• Connecting seniors in retirement villages or aged care homes with Junior School students to share stories or letters
• Making blankets, beanies or toys to donate to children’s hospitals, animal shelters or homeless shelters
• Creating picture books, recipe books or artworks
• Volunteering, fundraising or collecting donations for charities such as Backpacks for SA Kids, Landcare, Shoeboxes of Love, RSL or Catherine House

The Community Project teachers and I are looking forward to welcoming families and friends to the Community Project Display Evening in Week 9, on Thursday, 27 June, from 6 – 7.30pm in Mallee. All Year 9 students will have the opportunity to display and share their journey through this significant project.

Ms Sarah Mossel

Year 12 English Theatre Excursion

Year 12 English

Year 12 English students had the opportunity to attend a State Theatre performance of ‘Symphonie of the Bicycle’ at the Space Theatre on Thursday, 16 May.

Students were thoroughly engaged in the performance which was both comedic and emotive, following the stories of everyday Aussie, Hew and Italian cycling legend Gino Bartali. This was a fantastic opportunity for students to engage with a literary text outside of the classroom, and they will reflect on the play and its features for a summative assessment.

Mrs Sarah Bloomfield

NEWS, UPDATES AND RESULTS

The Pedare Extra-Curricular Team are excited to bring you a new portal, containing information and links all in one location to our Sports and Clubs program.

The Portal is updated regularly to bring you the latest news, announcements, updates, results and more of Pedare Extra-curricular activities and events.

Senior School Anglican Cup

The Senior School Anglican Cup in Week 2 was highly competitive and filled with a positive atmosphere. Despite finishing 4th overall, there were many standout moments that deserve recognition.

Our boys secured the overall victory in soccer with two draws and a win. The basketball boys dominated all three games, with Dylan SB (Year 12) earning the prestigious Fair Play Award for outstanding sportsmanship. Our basketball girls performed admirably, winning two out of three games, even facing back-to-back matches against the winning team. In table tennis, Pedare finished 2nd.

A special mention goes to Leo S (Year 9), who played as goalie for hockey and delivered an outstanding performance, earning him the second spot for MVP.

Well done to all the students and staff involved!

Year 9/10 Boys and Girls Knockout Volleyball

In an exhilarating season for Pedare’s Year 9/10 volleyball teams, the Boys’ squad showcased exceptional teamwork and skill, winning the majority of their matches. Despite their outstanding performance, they narrowly missed first place, highlighting the fierce competition in the tournament. Meanwhile, the Pedare Girls displayed unwavering determination, winning at least one set in every game, even though they didn’t secure overall victories. Their resilience and sportsmanship were commendable, contributing significantly to the team’s success. Congratulations to both teams on a day filled with grit and perseverance!

Mrs Alana Tronnolone

Tea Tree Gully Anglican

Tea Tree Gully Anglican Church is a group of Christians who seek to serve Jesus in everything we do. Whether you are just visiting or looking for a Christian home, we aim to be a loving and supportive family for you.

On Sundays, we meet at the church at 8.30 am, 10.00 am and 6.00 pm. If you want to discover what the bible says Christianity is all about, join one of the numerous weekly bible discussion groups, or want to find out about our Kids Club (R-6) from 3:30-5pm and Youth group (Y7-12) from 7-9pm that both operate on a weekly basis during school terms.

Please visit our website (https://ttganglican.org.au/) or contact Rick Maude at rick@ttgAnglican.org.au for details.

Gully Church (Tea Tree Gully Uniting) – Banksia Markets

Gully Church hosts the ‘local and friendly’ Banksia Markets on the first Saturday of each month from 8.30 am to 1.00 pm at 600 Milne Road, Banksia Park. Stalls inside the hall and in the car park include produce, fresh fruit and vegetables, jewellery, tools, bric-à-brac and lots more.

For more information, contact the Gully Church website at https://www.ttguc.org.au/ or email office@gullychurch.org.au

Golden Grove Uniting Church

Golden Grove Uniting Church, corner of Crouch and One Tree Hill Road, Golden Grove, has a traditional service at 10 am on a Sunday.  Also, on the second and fourth Sunday of the month, we have a cafe-style church, a relaxed contemporary worship service at 6 pm in the Church hall.

Café Youth is a fun, interactive program for young people ages 14 and up looking to engage in topics of faith. Café Youth sessions start with a fun 30-minute activity based on the theme for the night, then followed by “Talk Time”, during which the group discusses a topic of faith while enjoying delicious snacks, refreshments and pizza! The cost for each session is $5.

For further information, please contact the Office at 8251 4298 or email office@goldengroveuniting.org.au  You can even check our webpage: https://www.goldengroveuniting.org.au

Please click here to visit the College Calendar for a full list of College events