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Book Week
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20 August 1999 No. 25
From the Head of Junior SchoolToday we welcomed approximately ninety children from other independent schools as they visited Scotch in order to participate in the first "Day of Excellence." This activity has been designed to bring like minded children in Years Five and Six from various independent schools together under the banner of learning to work, explore, design, construct, think, contemplate, write and create together. Ms Bacon coordinated this event which covered topics arising from the Technology, Arts, Mathematics, Science, Philosophy and English areas. A number of Scotch boys participated at Scotch, whilst others visited Brighton Grammar and Xavier College and were involved in similar activities. Whilst at the time of writing, the Day of Excellence had not occurred, plans have already commenced for future gatherings. Next week Mr Gary Irvine (6I Class Teacher) will be on exchange for one week at Pembroke School in South Australia. As a part of this exchange we will welcome Mr Andrew Ward from Pembroke. We look forward to working with Mr Ward and to future exchanges with Pembroke. Congratulations are extended to Mr Murdoch, the staff and boys of Waller House, who led a wonderful Year Three to Six Chapel service yesterday. (We look forward to P-2 Chapel next week!) Waller's theme of Forgiveness was presented in a meaningful way and my thoughts for this week are taken directly from the Order of Service. 'When you forgive, you in no way change the past; But you sure do change the future.' (Bernard Meltzer) 'Sorry is such a simple word, so why is it so hard to say?' (Terri Wetterberg) 'He who cannot forgive others breaks the bridge over which he himself must pass.' (George Herbert) The Bible reminds us of the ultimate confidence that we can have in God's forgiveness.... '..if we confess our sins to God, he will keep his promise and do what is right; He will forgive us our sins and purify us from all our wrongdoing.' (1 John Ch 1 v 9)
Guy B Mason Book Week: Celebrations1. Elizabeth Honey: Years 3 and 4 On Monday August 23, author Elizabeth Honey will talk to students about her books and writing in general. Her books will be available for sale after the session. Titles and prices are as follows: (a) Fiddle-back ($12.95) (b) 45 + 47 Stella St and Everything that Happened ($12.95) (c) Don't Pat the Wombat ($12.95) (d) Not a Nibble ($10.95) (e) Mongrel Duggerel ($11.95) (f) Honey Sandwich ($11.95) Boys will be able to get these 'personally signed'. If boys already have a personal copy they wish to have signed, they are encouraged to bring it along. 2. Andy Griffiths: Years 5 and 6: Tuesday August 24 Andy, author of "Just Tricking", "Just Annoying" and "Just Stupid" will also be available to sign personal copies after his performance. 3. "Celeste Goes to Spain" Prep - Year 2: Wednesday August 25 This stage performance is based on the book by Alison Lester, and acted by Shaken and Suspicious. 4. Book Week Assemblies: These will be held on Friday August 27 (Years 3, 4 and 5) and Monday August 30 (Years 1, 2 and 6). More news in next week's Newsletter!!
Ms A Hindson
Father's Day BreakfastFor any fathers who have not yet booked for the Father's Day Breakfast, please be advised that there are a few vacancies on Friday 3 September. Should you wish to attend please complete your ticket order form and place it in the JSPA box outside the Junior School Office. Swap Shop NewsA reminder to all parents that our boys will be wearing summer uniform next term. The Swap Shop will be open on 6 September, 1999. Any summer clothes for sale or donation will be appreciated. Please leave them at the Junior School Office.
Lian Lokon
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