
Belmont Christian College Community Playgroup
9.30-11.30am | 65 John Fisher Rd, Belmont North
Thursdays during College Term. All welcome!
Visit the Playgroup web page for further information: https://bcc.nsw.edu.au/community-playgroup
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
I trust you have enjoyed a break from school routine and were able to attend an Easter service with your family over the Easter break.
With the announcement of easing COVID restrictions from 22 April, and confirmation that the vaccination mandate will cease at midnight on 13 May 2022, I wish to draw your attention to the following:
REDUCING THE RISK OF ILLNESS THIS WINTER
All students, staff and their families should follow NSW Health’s advice to reduce the risk of not only COVID-19, but also other illnesses that may affect schools this winter such as the flu. A reminder to please;
* stay home if unwell
* keep up to date with vaccinations – including the flu vaccine,
* get tested immediately for COVID-19 if you become symptomatic and isolate until you receive a negative result
* practice good hand hygiene by washing regularly with soap and water
* take a RAHT before visiting vulnerable loved ones or going to large gatherings and events.
RAHT kits are available at the College Office for you to collect as required.
Thank you once again for the part you play in helping to keep our community safe. I pray for a reasonably settled and uninterrupted term ahead.
Regards,
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
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Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
Dear Parents and Carers,
A reminder that on 19th February, the NSW Premier and Minister for Education announced a move from surveillance testing in schools conducted for the first 4 weeks of Term 1, 2022 to the provision of 8 additional RAHT kits to students and staff members to be used at their discretion for the remainder of Term 1. This change aligns schools with the community setting of ‘symptomatic testing’. Beyond that, symptomatic students and staff should continue to access PCR tests and store-purchased RAHTs.
Students were given a bundle of 5 RAHT kits at that point and the final distribution will be given to students this week. The College is not expecting to receive any further RAHTs for distribution. These kits can be used at your discretion.
Thank you once again for your flexibility, patience and support as we have managed the implications of Government regulations.
Regards
______________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Whilst restrictions are slowly becoming a thing of the past, schools are still required to respond in some areas. Schools have been asked to communicate the following;
RAHT TESTING
As part of the NSW Government’s focus on prioritising face-to-face learning in schools, the NSW Government through the NSW Department of Education provided Rapid Antigen Home Test (RAHT) Kits to all schools in NSW to be used for surveillance testing by staff and students as well as incident response for the first 4 weeks of Term 1, 2022.
On 19 February, the NSW Premier and Minister for Education announced a move from surveillance testing in schools conducted for the first 4 weeks of Term 1, 2022 to the provision of 8 additional tests RAHT kits to students and staff members to be used at their discretion for the remainder of Term 1. This change aligns schools with the community setting of ‘symptomatic testing’. Beyond that, symptomatic students and staff should continue to access PCR tests and store-purchased RAHTs.
Students will be given a bundle of 5 RAHT kits this week with a further 3 at a later date to be used at your discretion.
MASKS
On Wednesday, 23 February 2022, the Premier announced changes to the requirements for masks in schools:
MASKS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Masks continue to be mandatory on public transport. This applies to students aged 12 years and older, and staff when travelling to and from school and during school excursions by public transport or by chartered or private transport services.
Thank you for responding to these requirements and like you, I long for the day where restrictions are a distant memory. Please continue to pray for the health and safety of our community.
Yours sincerely
_________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
RISK OF COVID-19
The College has been advised that a member of our College community has recently tested positive to COVID-19.
Students and staff who worked with this group/s of students may have had contact with a person who was infectious with COVID-19.
08.4.22 – Year 7, Year 9, Year 11 (Camps)
29.3.22 – Year 4, Year 6, Year 12
23.3.22 – Year 2, Year 8
16.3.22 – Year 7, Year 9
28.2.22 – Year 4, Year 8
23.2.22 – Year 5, Year 6
22.2.22 – Beginners, Year 3, Year 5, Year 6
18.2.22 – Year 3 Blue
17.2.22 – Year 5 Blue
16.2.22 – Year 10, Year 8, Year 7, Year 4 Red, Year 6 Green
15.2.22 – Year 10
11.2.22 – Year 12, 11, 10, 8, 6 Yellow, 5 Red, 4 Red, 3 Blue, 2 Green
While testing and isolation is no longer mandatory for exposures in school settings, NSW Health has provided advice on testing and isolation recommendations for the community following exposure to COVID-19 that should be considered when making decisions for your child and family.
You are reminded that staff and students cannot attend school if they are showing any symptoms of COVID-19. These include fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny nose, loss of smell/taste, muscle/joint pains, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting, extreme tiredness, unexplained chest pain or conjunctivitis (eye infection).
If symptoms occur at any time, you should not attend school and should undertake a rapid antigen test. If a rapid antigen test is positive you/your child should isolate as someone who has tested positive to COVID-19. If you cannot access a rapid antigen test, you can attend a PCR (nose and throat swab) testing clinic.
Advice and further resources are available on the NSW Health website including COVID-19 guidelines and fact sheets for People who tested positive or were exposed to COVID-19. Additional resources are also available on the NSW Government website.
The safety and wellbeing of our staff and students are paramount at all times. As such, we will continue to ensure that all necessary health advice is closely followed.
Thank you for your ongoing prayers and support of our community.
Yours sincerely
_________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Dear Parents & Caregivers
The NSW Department of Education has made available further RAHT kits for distribution to our families. These are for use in weeks 3 and 4 of this term.
Students in Kindergarten to Year 6 will have these sent home in their school bags on Thursday, 10 February.
Years 7 – 12 will bring tests home on Friday, 11 February.
It is recommended that allocated tests be used for staff and students’ home surveillance testing twice a week, each Monday and Wednesday.
We appreciate your cooperation.
Regards,
______________________________
Bill Truscott
Business Manager
Belmont Christian College
Dear Parent & Caregivers,
In the situation whereby your child tests positive to COVID-19, as per previous correspondence dated 27 January, it is a requirement that you advise the College of this positive result.
The most effective way to submit this result is via our Sentral Parent Portal
Once you have logged in, please follow the steps below:
If you have not yet registered for the Sentral Parent Portal OR have difficulty registering, please email our IT department sentral@bcc.nsw.edu.au.
Important: Please note that new families to the College will shortly receive a separate email from our IT department inviting them to register with the Sentral Parent Portal. Once you are registered, if a positive result occurs, please follow the steps above.
Thank you again for your continued support as we begin our 2022 learning journey. May God continue to bless and protect us as we manage the ongoing regulations and restrictions that accompany COVID 19.
Kind regards,
________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
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Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Welcome to a new school year. I look forward to connecting with our students as they return to the College and welcoming those that are about to commence their journey at BCC.
For our students and community to have a safe and positive start at BCC, we will continue with COVID safe measures that have been developed in partnership with NSW Health. Our goal is to help minimise transmissions at the College. The health and wellbeing of our students and staff remain our priority and these measures are designed to help keep our College open and our students learning in the classroom.
These key measures include:
Rapid antigen testing
We will distribute packs of Rapid Antigen Home Test (RAHT) kits for all students during the two staff development days on Thursday 27 January and Friday 28 January. Parents or Caregivers can choose which day and time slot they prefer. 1 – 4pm on Thursday or 7.30 – 8.30 on Friday. Staff will have kits available at tables in the Kiss and Drop area. Parents can collect for all siblings at the same time – 4 tests per student.
In the unusual circumstance of not being able to make either collection time, you will be able to pick up tests during drop off on Monday morning 31 January and conduct the test on Tuesday morning.
The use of RAHT kits is an important step to support the health and wellbeing of our students and staff. They are a quick and easy screening tool to help detect COVID-19. It is a simple process of placing a nose or throat swab in a chemical solution, which is put onto a scanning device. Results can be ready within 15 minutes. Use of RAHT kits is highly recommended.
Instructions are included in the kits detailing how to use the tests, check the results and dispose of the tests safely. The user guides will also contain a contact number for the suppliers if you need additional support.
Additional information
Negative results do not need to be reported to Service NSW or to the College.
Unwell at school
Any student or staff member who is unwell and/or displays symptoms of COVID-19 will be asked to go home and stay home until they can complete a RAHT or PCR test.
What happens when a student or staff member tests positive for COVID-19
Under the new close contact rules, schools are no longer included in contact tracing. I will inform the necessary classes or year groups, when there is a positive case in our College and advise families on public health advice, including monitoring for symptoms.
Use of surgical masks
All Primary and Secondary College staff will be required to wear masks indoors. No vented or cloth masks should be worn. Primary school students are strongly recommended to wear well-fitted masks indoors. Masks are also strongly encouraged in outdoor settings where you cannot physically distance. Your child can remove their mask when eating, exercising or playing a musical instrument.
Visitors on school sites and vaccinations
No parents, caregivers or visitors will be allowed on the College site until further notice with the following exceptions:
Other key measures
Ventilation
We will continue to follow NSW Health ventilation guidelines that natural ventilation is the most effective measure so we will maximise fresh air flow in learning spaces by opening doors and windows. T
This approach is strongly supported by expert advice. Where natural ventilation is not sufficient, mechanical ventilation and/or air purification will be used and we will continue to use outdoor settings where possible.
Air purifiers have been provided to schools as a supplementary measure to support common areas in schools and can be deployed at the principal’s discretion. These purifiers could be located in areas where high levels of student and staff mixing occurs.
Cleaning
We continue to have enhanced cleaning focusing on high-touch and high-traffic areas.
Physical distancing
We will continue to follow physical distancing guidelines and maintain 1.5 metres distance wherever possible. Parents and carers should not congregate near the gates.
Our website will also be updated regularly to include current COVID plans and guidelines for our community.
Thank you again for your continued support as we begin our 2022 learning journey. May God continue to bless and protect us as we manage the ongoing regulations and restrictions that accompany COVID 19.
Kind regards,
____________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
Facebook Instagram
Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
Welcome to our 2021 Belmont Christian College Year 12 Graduation Ceremony being held on Wednesday 1 December from 1:00pm. It is great to have you join us at the LIVE stream here.
Welcome to our 2021 Belmont Christian College Year 6 Graduation Ceremony being held on Wednesday 1 December from 11:15am. It is great to have you join us at the LIVE stream here.
From 8 Nov. BCC, along with all schools, will operate on updated Level 3 settings for the rest of Term 4, with additional activities allowed in a COVID-safe manner, (see link to Roadmap).
Fully vaccinated volunteers and providers are allowed on site to support school operations where required.
Student attendance at school
COVID-safe measures at school – A combination of safety measures are in place – wearing masks, student cohorting, physical distancing, ventilation, hygiene and cleaning – allows us to prioritise student and staff wellbeing while we keep the College operational.
MASKS: We are having multiple requests from students for us to supply a mask because they have either forgotten to bring one or lost their mask. Could I ask that you ensure your child has a mask to wear each day, and that a spare mask is packed in their bag.
Please remember:
Regards
________________________________
Steve Tidey
Assistant Principal/Head of Secondary
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
As we transition from the remote learning model and a week’s staged return to a full return of all year groups and classes on-site from Mon 25 October for the remainder of the year, I pray we can do so with a deep sense of gratitude and reverence for the ways in which God has enabled us to rediscover our dependence on Him and our ability to adapt and create new ways of teaching and learning that were familiar given similar events last year.
To ensure the best student outcomes, we know face-to-face contact between students and teachers is vital. Our BCC students are valued and cared for, and we look forward to engaging with them on-site at last.
Primary School students will:
Secondary School students:
All of this, we must remember, will continue with recommended hygiene, cleaning, distancing, masks for Secondary School students while indoors and other advised control measures in place. Of course, students with increased health risks may keep learning from home.
Please be aware that this full return plan is subject to change due to government directives, health advice and local circumstances.
We look forward to welcoming our students back next week to face-to-face teaching and the all-important pastoral care programs that are offered at the College.
Please do not hesitate to contact the College if you have any questions.
Regards
________________________________
Steve Tidey
Assistant Principal/Head of Secondary
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
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Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Congratulations, you’ve done it! The time has come and finally, it is my absolute pleasure to be able to welcome some of you back on Monday 18 October and everyone else the following week, 25 October.
The staged return will be as follows:
Stage 1: 18 October 2021
Beginners, Kindergarten, Year 1, Year 11, and Year 12 by appointment with their Yr 12 teachers.
Stage 2: 25 October 2021
All other year groups.
As mentioned previously, our return is supported by a COVID-19 Safe Plan.
Please be assured that the College has conducted rigorous risk assessment and management processes to reduce the risk of a COVID-19 outbreak at the College. These strategies include the Department of Education’s Health endorsed guidelines, and other strategies including:
This revised return to school schedule does not impact on the requirement for all school staff to be double vaccinated by 8 November 2021 as required by the Public Health Order. From 18 October, the overwhelming majority of all staff will have at least one level of vaccination. Please contact us if you have a concern about this or would like further information.
Please see below specific details for both the Primary and Secondary Schools.
PRIMARY RETURN TO SCHOOL SCHEDULE
Stage 1: Monday 18 October – Beginners, Kindergarten and Year 1
Stage 2: Monday 25 October – All other year groups
Primary Aged Children and Masks
The wearing of face masks for Primary aged students is not a requirement, rather a recommendation. Further information may follow pending NSW Health Advice.
Primary School Morning Drop-Off
8:20am onwards, Kiss ‘n Drop Zone. Parents to remain in cars where practicable; physical distancing and adult wearing of masks required.
Primary afternoon Pick-Up
2:30pm, Kiss ‘n Drop Zone. Parents to remain in cars where practicable; physical distancing and adult wearing of masks required.
SECONDARY RETURN TO SCHOOL SCHEDULE
Stage 1: Monday 18 October – Year 11 to full timetable (Wk B) and Year 12 by appointment with their teachers
Stage 2: Monday 25 October – All other year groups
Year 12 students will continue to be prioritised as they prepare to complete their final year of schooling, undertake focused study sessions, and transition to further education, training and work.
While at school, appropriate face masks are required indoors for all students in Year 7 and above. Students and staff travelling to and from school by public transport must follow NSW Health Advice, including mask wearing.
It has been a pleasure to partner with you particularly during this time of remote learning and I thank you for all you have done to support learning. Your unwavering support at this time is greatly appreciated.
“But we will trust in the name of the Lord our God.” Psalm 20:7
Regards,
____________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
Facebook Instagram
Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
I believe that after a change in Premier and the Return to School Roadmap, the NSW Government’s path out of lockdown and return to face-to-face teaching is now settled.
At 9.00 am Thursday morning, Premier Perrottet announced changes to the published return to school schedule. Pending changes to the Public Health Order and any guidelines applicable to our LGA, the new schedule will be:
Stage 1: 18 October 2021
Beginners, Kindergarten, Year 1, and Year 11
Stage 2: 25 October 2021
All other year groups (Yr 12 are already participating in revision and masterclasses)
Schools have the flexibility to determine their own schedule for the staged return so please realise this schedule varies slightly to the Department of Education. We have chosen to reintroduce Yr 11 onsite in the first stage of return. Our return is supported by a COVID-19 Safe Plan.
Next week, 11-15 October, remains a week for students of authorised workers only, and it is necessary for our community to adhere to this plan wherever possible.
Please be assured that the College has conducted a rigorous risk assessment and management processes to reduce the risk of a COVID-19 outbreak at the College. These strategies include the Department of Education’s Health endorsed guidelines, and other strategies including:
– Physical distancing and separation of cohorts where possible
– Mask wearing (I understand that further discussions are underway on the wearing of masks in schools and as soon as this is clarified, you will be notified)
– The adequate provision of hand sanitiser and soap
– Enhanced cleaning schedules
– Ventilation
– Ensuring that staff and students do not attend the school with symptoms of COVID-19
This revised return to school schedule does not impact on the requirement for all school staff to be double vaccinated by 8 November 2021 as required by the Public Health Order. From the 18 October, all staff will have at least one level of vaccination. Please contact us if you have a concern about this or would like further information.
Please see below specific details for both the Primary and Secondary Schools. I trust this helps you plan for the next three weeks.
Primary Return to School Schedule
Stage 1:Â Monday 18Â October – Beginners, Kindergarten and Year 1
Stage 2:Â Monday 25Â October – All other year groups
Primary Aged Children and Masks
The mandatory wearing of masks for Primary aged students is not a requirement, rather a recommendation. Further information may follow pending NSW Health Advice.
Primary School Morning Drop-Off
8:20am onwards, Kiss ‘n Drop Zone. Parents to remain in cars where practicable; Physical distancing and adult wearing of masks required.
Afternoon Pick-Up
2:30pm, Kiss ‘n Drop Zone. Parents to remain in cars where practicable; Physical distancing and adult wearing of masks required.
Secondary School Return Schedule
Stage 1: Monday 18 October – Year 11 and Year 12
Stage 2:Â Monday 25 October – All other year groups
Year 12 students will continue to be prioritised as they prepare to complete their final year of schooling, undertake focused study sessions, and transition to further education, training and work.
While at school, appropriate face masks are required indoors and outdoors for all students in Year 7 and above. Students and staff travelling to and from school by public transport must follow NSW Health Advice, including mask wearing.
Thank you for your unwavering support at this time and may God bless you and this extra family time that you’ve been able to experience.
“But we will trust in the name of the Lord our God.” Psalm 20:7
Regards,
________________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
Facebook Instagram
Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
A reminder for Beginners through to Year 4 Parents & Caregivers. Online bookings are now open for the collection of Term 4 Student Learning/book packs
Bookings close on Friday 17th September and will be ready for collection on Tuesday and Wednesday, Week 1, Term 4.Â
To book your spot, access the link on the Parent Portal on Sentral under ‘Parent Interviews/BCC Click and Collect.
Alternatively, click on the following link to book your learning/book pack pick-up time: https://sentral.bcc.nsw.edu.au/s-r0LyOn/portal2/#!/interview
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
It was announced in today’s press release that there will be a staggered return to face-to-face learning from October, HSC exams will be delayed until November and vaccinations for school staff will be mandatory based on the return to school plan released by the NSW Government.
START PRESS RELEASE
HSC IN NOVEMBER AND ALL STUDENTS TO RETURN TO SCHOOL IN TERM 4
The Department of Education has developed a plan to bring students back in a COVID-safe way while stay at home orders are still in place – ensuring continuity of education, and protecting student, teacher and community safety.
A staggered return of students to face-to-face learning will begin on Monday 25 October.
Students will return to face-to-face learning with NSW Health approved COVID safe settings on school sites in the following order:
Discussions are underway in regard to how we can bring Yr 12 back on site earlier. From 25 October, Year 12 will have full time access to school campuses and their teachers.
If stay at home orders are lifted in an LGA or region before 25 October, all students living or learning in that area will return to face to face learning under the Department’s COVID-safe schools framework.
If cases in certain LGAs increase significantly, learning from home will resume for that LGA until case numbers drop.
HSC exams will be delayed until 9 November with a revised timetable and guidelines for a COVID-safe HSC to be released by NESA in early September. Importantly, the delay of the HSC exams will not disadvantage NSW students when applying to university.
Vaccinations for all school staff across all sectors will be mandatory from 8 November. A recent survey of the public school workforce indicated the majority of staff already had at least one dose of a vaccine. All students eligible for a vaccine will be strongly encouraged by the government to book an appointment. Students aged 12-15 will also be a priority if they become eligible for a vaccine. All parents who have not been vaccinated are strongly encouraged to get the vaccine as soon as possible.
Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the NSW Government is prioritising the safety and education of students through a sensible and managed return to school. “The return to school plan provides parents, teachers and students with certainty and a path forward for the return to face-to-face learning,” Ms Berejiklian said. “We know the last few months have been tough on the school community and we are deeply grateful to parents, teachers and students for the sacrifices you have made. Please continue to protect our students by getting vaccinated as quickly as possible.”
Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning Sarah Mitchell said the education and safety of our students is essential. “The classroom is where students learn best and I thank the entire community for playing their role in this return by getting vaccinated,” Ms Mitchell said.
END PRESS RELEASE
Thank you all and please be praying for how this last update will affect our community. It is a time to love and support one another. As usual, please let me know if you have any concerns or need assistance.
“But we will trust in the name of the LORD our God.” Psalm 20:7
Regards,
____________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
Facebook Instagram
Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
Dear Parents and Caregivers
The Premier has announced this morning, 26 August that our lockdown will be extended through to 10 September. Routines and expectations, particularly with regard to visitors on site and the wearing of masks, all remain the same. The Public Health endorsed advice for schools is that parents and caregivers, unless they are authorised workers, must keep children at home.
Whilst we recognise that this will be disruptive and inconvenient for all families, it is important that we don’t tire of following the NSW Health advice.
If your child exhibits any symptoms they must get tested immediately. NSW Health requests anyone who has been unwell or develops any symptoms such as a fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny nose, loss of smell/taste, muscle/joint pain, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting or extreme tiredness to be tested at one of the COVID-19 testing clinics.
The College continues to work with health advice and will continue to communicate with parents as information comes to hand. As usual all Government updates and major College communication will be posted on our website at the following location: https://bcc.nsw.edu.au/covid-1…
Further information about COVID-19 is available on the NSW Government website.
Thank you again for your patience, understanding and prayers as we work together to protect our community during the current pandemic.
“But we will trust in the name of the LORD our God.” Psalm 20:7
Regards,
____________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
Facebook Instagram
Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
Dear Secondary School Parents and Caregivers,
Well, what a very unusual time we are currently experiencing! All of us have had to adapt to new restrictions, behaviours and routines. Our lives have been transformed in a few short weeks.
At the College, we are aware of how challenging this may be for our students. We want to be proactive in supporting our students’ wellbeing and ensure that we journey through the Remote Learning phase as sustainably as possible.
In order to support student wellbeing, each Wednesday will have a more intentional wellbeing focus where we implement strategies which should reduce the use of digital devices and help enhance students’ physical activity, mood and coping mechanisms.
From 25 August 2021, we will have the first of our ‘Wellbeing Wednesdays’. On these ‘Wellbeing Wednesdays’ the normal daily routine will be much the same for students, however Secondary School teachers will implement the following strategies in their lesson planning:
Learning activities will continue to be provided by teachers, however they will be tasks designed to be mostly completed offline. Teachers will still be available to support students if they have concerns and some online classes may continue if an assessment is due. However, we want Wellbeing Wednesday to be a circuit breaker from a technology focused schedule, and most lessons will require students to be away from their devices.
God has clearly made us for relationship. From the very beginning, He has said it is not good for us to be alone (Genesis 2:18). While technology has been helpful in maintaining social distancing, it can also make us feel isolated and disconnected from the world.
We want our students to excel in all aspects of their lives. We have been impressed with our students’ resilience and want to continue to build an environment where our students thrive.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Kind Regards,
____________________________
Nate Miller
Head of Wellbeing 7-12
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
Facebook Instagram
Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
Dear Parents and Caregivers
The Premier has announced this morning, 19 August that our lockdown will be extended through to 28 August. Routines and expectations, particularly with regard to visitors on site and the wearing of masks, all remain the same. The Public Health endorsed advice for schools is that parents and caregivers, unless they are authorised workers, must keep children at home. Dr Kerry Chant has explicitly expressed that sending children to school because parents are working from home and need a break is not a reasonable excuse. As this particular strand of the virus is so highly contagious amongst adults and children, could I please urge you to keep your children at home to help keep our community safe. We have had an increase of Primary aged children attending the College, however, this trend will need to be reversed.
Whilst we recognise that this will be disruptive and inconvenient for all families, it is important that we don’t tire of following the NSW Health advice.
If your child exhibits any symptoms they must get tested immediately. NSW Health requests anyone who has been unwell or develops any symptoms such as a fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny nose, loss of smell/taste, muscle/joint pain, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting or extreme tiredness to be tested at one of the COVID-19 testing clinics.
The College continues to work with health advice and will continue to communicate with parents as information comes to hand. As usual all Government updates and major College communication will be posted on our website at the following location: https://bcc.nsw.edu.au/covid-1…
Further information about COVID-19 is available on the NSW Government website.
Thank you again for your patience, understanding and prayers as we work together to protect our community during the current pandemic.
“But we will trust in the name of the LORD our God.” Psalm 20:7
Regards,
____________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
Facebook Instagram
Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
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Dear Parents and Caregivers,
In keeping with our Premier’s announcement this morning, Thursday 12 August, our lockdown is extended for another week. Routines and expectations, particularly with regard to visitors on site and the wearing of masks, all remain the same. The Public Health endorsed advice for schools is that parents and caregivers, unless they are authorised workers, must keep children at home. This includes both Primary and Secondary students.
Whilst we recognise that this will be disruptive and inconvenient for all families, it is important that we don’t tire of following the NSW Health advice. In particular, please be mindful of, and prayerful for, our Yr 12 students who will need to complete their Trial HSC exams at home. Specific information regarding these exams will be communicated to Yr 12 students directly.
If your child exhibits any symptoms they must get tested immediately. NSW Health requests anyone who has been unwell or develops any symptoms such as a fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny nose, loss of smell/taste, muscle/joint pain, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting or extreme tiredness to be tested at one of the COVID-19 testing clinics.
The College continues to work with health advice and will continue to communicate with parents as information comes to hand. As usual, all Government updates and major College communication will be posted on our website at the following location: https://bcc.nsw.edu.au/covid-1…
Further information about COVID-19 is available on the NSW Government website.
Thank you again for your patience, understanding and prayers as we work together to protect our community during the current pandemic.
“But we will trust in the name of the LORD our God.” Psalm 20:7
Regards,
____________________________
Sharon Sopher
Principal
Belmont Christian College
Phone: (02) 49228300
Email: college@bcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.bcc.nsw.edu.au
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Street: 65 John Fisher Road, Belmont NSW 2280
Post: PO Box 492, Belmont NSW 2280
This is a place where you can catch up on all things BCC. Photos, videos, the latest newsletters and upcoming events information canund here at the Community Hub. What a privilege it is to journey together in Christian community as we educate young people to ‘Grow up into Christ’.Â
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Thursdays during College Term. All welcome!
Visit the Playgroup web page for further information: https://bcc.nsw.edu.au/community-playgroup
BCC Learning Hub is now offering an after school homework club for Stage 4 Students.
PROGRAM TEMPORARILY ON HOLD.
We will pack your selection and notify you via email when your books are ready to be collected from the College office.
Your pass to exclusive offers and quality experiences, activities and benefits. Now 100% digital with single and multiple cities available.
To register and manage your before and after school care bookings click below. Available for BCC Beginners to Year 6.
Giving you more payment options and greater flexibility to break up your payments over the course of the year. Making your tuition payments more manageable. To sign up, check your nominated email address now.
Mondays during College Term.
Join parents and students as they tend to our Community Garden which provides food for our College and the community. All welcome!
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