A word from our Principal
An interesting story popped up on my phone this morning as I was perusing the news of the day. It was entitled “From 140kg to 100km.” The article went on to explain how a Beerwah mother of two, who had weighed 140kg, decided to change her lifestyle 6 years ago. She began walking and changed her diet. It had been a long process but six days ago, on 16th October, she attempted the Blackall 100km run and won it! The article displayed a photo of her 6 years ago and a photo today. The difference was incredible.
My thoughts were – this would have taken so much effort and will power, and would definitely not happen overnight. But what a result!!
There are many things that happen in a school which seem to take a lot of effort, time and willpower. However, the result IS worthwhile!
We are so thankful that we finally have our Senior Block in operation. If you are available, please come and join us at 4pm on 29th October as we officially open the building and give thanks for its progress.
We are also in the process of proofreading our very first Year Book. Again, this has been a big project that has taken time and effort from many people especially our Marketing team; however, it will be so worthwhile on completion. The final page will be the Senior Formal on the 19th November. It will be sent to printers and, failing any problems, will be back to us by the end of December, to be distributed in early January.
In life, there are many things that take time, effort and willpower. At Bayside Christian College, we encourage staff and students to set goals that match their dreams and with God’s help, take time, effort and willpower to achieve great results.
Murray Hine Trophy Winners
The Physical Education department this year have implemented an exciting new program for year 10s, which requires all students to participate in achieving their Bronze Medallion or Bronze Star. This program is a valuable opportunity which engages students in learning and achieving a variety of water life saving components including water rescues and first aid. The Royal Life Saving Society of Queensland recently awarded our school as the “Murray Hine Trophy Winner”. This award recognises the school in Queensland with the highest number of participants. Congratulations to 18 of our teachers and students for achieving their Bronze medallion and 3 students for achieving their Bronze Star.
JC Action Sports Team
We were blessed to have the JC Action Sports Team visit Bayside last Friday. The Students enjoyed an action packed performance which included our very own Chappy Josh.
11/12 ICT
Students in the year 11/12 Information & Communication Technology subject have been exploring various types of interactive games. They are comparing and contrasting physical motion, accuracy and engagement using various console and virtual reality devices and applications. Students will use this research experience to assist in their own individual game level design for this unit of study. Who knew learning maths and physics could be so creative and fun!!!!!!!!
Spelling Bee
This weekend is the start of the Station Square Spelling Bee which sees schools from around the area compete against each other for prizes for the competitors and winning schools. Bayside Christian College has five teams entered across three year group categories. Students have been practising for the event over several weeks and are excited that it is now happening on Saturday. We wish all competitors the very best as they compete in this community event.
MULTISPORT PROGRAM NEWS
Hervey Bay Triathlon Club Race 3
There were big numbers at the Seafront Oval on the weekend for the third race of the local triathlon series. The sun was shining, the water was flat, and there were lots of BCC Multisport athletes in action. It was exciting for the athletes in U12 and above to trial a new timing chip system – it was even more exciting to see the final race times. Visit https://events.onetime.sport/event/1025/results to check them out! Double thumbs up to Hervey Bay Triathlon Club and Hervey Bay Surf Life Saving club for a superb morning of racing. Well done to everyone out there who took to the start line.
U10
- Nilay
- Jaydee
- Chai
- Amika
U12
- Saisha
- Rose
- Lilly
U14
- Rory
- Tyler
U16
- Colton
- Abbey
Open
- Lars
- Mrs Mudge (team)
Upcoming Triathlons
Event: Triathlon (swim / ride / run)
When: Sunday, November 7, 2021
Time: From 6am
Where: Bargara
Distances:
- Hatchlings (Under 7’s) –50m wade / 1km ride / 150m run
- Turtles (U10) – 50m swim / 3km bike / 500m run
- Give It a Try (13yo +) – 375m swim / 10km bike / 2.5km run
- Sprint (14yo+) – 750m swim / 20km bike / 5km run
Registration link: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=256573
Event: 2022 WBSS Aquathlon and Triathlon Selections
Please note the following:
- Trials will be held on Saturday 20 November as part of the Hervey Bay Triathlon Club’s “Hervey Bay 100 Super Saturday Event”.
- Entries and payments are completed online via the HBTC link provided not the WBSS Online Shop.
- Age Groups for 2022 are:
MINI AQUATHLON.
7 to 10 years
Born 2012 – 2015
200m run / 50m swim / 200m run
AQUATHLON
11/12yrs
Born 2011 or 2010
1km run / 200m swim / 1km run
JUNIOR
13/14 Years
Born 2009 and 2008
300m swim / 10km bike / 2km run
INTERMEDIATE
15/16 Years
Born 2007 and 2006
500m swim / 15km bike / 4km run
SENIOR
17/18/19 Years
Born 2005, 2004 & 2003
750m swim / 20km bike / 5km run
Registration: https://raceroster.com/events/2021/51140/hundy-kids-2021
Scholarships 2022
We are accepting Scholarship Applications until the 31st October. If you are considering applying, please go to the following link and download your application form.
Enrolments 2022
Prayer Requests
Please send your prayer requests to wellbeing@bayside.qld.edu.au. A note to parents: these requests will be put on SEQTA notices for students and families to pray about.
