‘Vetamorphus’ update – expanding into Geelong Schools in 2009.
August 7th, 2008A few months ago I wrote an article in the Covenant Newsletter introducing a new course that we are trialling this year called ‘Vetamorphus’. We have seven of our year 12 students doing the VET course as a Year 12 subject, which contributes towards their ENTER scores. ‘Vetamorphus’ has been such a huge success that we are now inviting Christian students from all other Geelong schools (government and independent) to participate in the course at Covenant College in 2009. Our current students are presenting a short DVD presentation at school assemblies and churches throughout the Geelong region. I am also working alongside School Chaplains, Coordinators and Principals in government schools to extend this invitation to Christian students, who may not have previously had opportunity or support in their desire to grow deeper in their Christian faith.
In partnership with local churches and schools, students are encouraged to be actively involved in Christian Ministry. At present these include: leading Youth groups; mentoring younger students; involvement in Church music ministries; and giving practical help and support to community groups such as the Breakfast program at Christ Church, Geelong which has been developed as an outreach to the homeless in the Geelong community.
There are so many other practical opportunities for students to participate in ‘hands-on’ activities, allowing for the growth and development of each student’s gifts and talents. In addition to the practical outreach, students are required to have direct involvement in peer-group classes, mentoring programs with church leaders and personal daily Bible readings and journaling. Weekend Retreats are held each term and are integral to sharing and building relationships with other Christian students throughout Victoria.
Together we hope to build a strong support network between the Geelong churches and schools to nurture senior students in their walk with the Lord.
As the ‘Vetamorphus’ students grow deeper in their relationships with the Lord within the Covenant College community, we trust that they will be equipped to live-out their Christian lives as they put back into the Geelong region. In ‘Vetamorphus’, our students are challenged to follow the teachings of the apostle Paul from Romans 12:2
“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind”.
If you would like to find out more, know any students that may be interested in enrolling in ‘Vetamorphus’, or would like to be involved in supporting the program in prayer, as a mentor or Ministry leader, please feel free to contact me to discuss this further.
For more information please contact Steven Sobey at ssobey@covenant.vic.edu.au
Imbedded Test
July 31st, 2008Bus Driver (Part-time)
February 29th, 2008BUS DRIVER (Part-time)
VACANCY - 2008
Covenant College, situated in a semi-rural setting in Bell Post Hill, provides Christian education to students from 3-year old Kindergarten to VCE. It is our aim to provide a distinctively Christian environment which nurtures the whole child and seeks to develop their God-given gifts.
The College is seeking a person to fill the role of Bus Driver (Part-time). The ideal person would have a combination of the following attributes:
Be able to support the College’s Christian ethos;
- Desirable to have a medium or heavy rigid licence and Drivers’ Certificate;
- Desirable to have bus driving experience;
- Be able to work within a team environment;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Be available for the College’s morning and afternoon bus runs;
- Be flexible as per required by the bus driving roster; and
- Be willing to sign off on the College’s Code of Conduct policy.
The College is keen to find someone who will fit into the existing culture and is willing to train the ‘right person’ for this role.
The closing date for applications is Friday, 6th June 2008.
Job descriptions are available from and applications forwarded to:
Mrs. Cathy Robinson
crobinson@covenant.vic.edu.au
Ph: (03) 5278 5122,
Covenant College
Creamery Road Mail Centre
Geelong 3221
Ensure you include:
- Current Curriculum Vitae [including copy of bus driving license if applicable].
- 2 Current Referees - Pastoral and Professional
- Current Working With Children Check [if available]
Inter-House Swimming Carnival
February 6th, 2008Covenant College
Swimming Carnival 2008
Results
Livingstone Lions: 415 points
Ten Boom Tigers: 295 points
Wilberforce Whales: 204 points
Mueller Mammoths: 184 points
Swimming Champions 2008
Livingstone Lions
House Spirit Cup Champions 2008
Wilberforce Whales
Calendar
February 6th, 2008
SEPTEMBER
Thursday 18 Year 9 Tour returns
Friday 19 Last Day of Term 3 at 2pm.
OCTOBER
Tuesday 14 Parent Information Evening
Wednesday 15 Prep-12 and Team Photos
Thursday 16 Immunisations—Years 7, 9 and 10.
Thursday 16 K3 and K4 Photos
DECEMBER
Thursday 11 Last day of Term 4 and Thanksgiving Service
FEBRUARY 2009
Monday 2 Students begin
New web site hits 2000!
January 30th, 2008The new website has recorded over 2000 unique visits for the month of Jan 08!
Covenant Intranet
December 19th, 2007We are hoping to launch stage one of the Intranet site by the start of 1st sem 2008
New Covenant College Site Launch
December 18th, 2007Covenant College has a new look!
Other exciting additions to the site are in the pipeline and will soon be arriving here. Stay tuned!!