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Craigmore Christian School
School Emblem
Educating for Eternity
Address
213 Yorktown Road
Craigmore, South Australia, 5114, Australia
Coordinates -34.707601,138.705617
Information
Type Private
Religious affiliation Christian
Established 1980
Principal Sandra Jesshope (2006-)
George Sears (1981-2005)
Grades R-13
Gender Mixed
Number of students 425
Education System Combination of teacher and student directed learning
Houses      Fleming      Saint      Elliot
Colour(s)      Green      Yellow      Navy
Affiliation Craigmore Christian Church
Website ccs.sa.edu.au

Craigmore Christian School (sometimes known as Craigmore Christian College) is an R-13 Christian co-educational, independent private school in Craigmore, a northern suburb of Adelaide, South Australia in the Playford district. The school now has about 400 students, with a capacity of up to 600.

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History

The founding Craigmore campus was established in 1980 as an affiliation of the Craigmore Christian Church.

Principal George Sears served from 1981-2005 succeeded by Sandra Jesshope in 2006.

Logo and motto

Original school emblem used from 1981-2004

The school motto is "Educating for Eternity" and the emblem comprises a rising sun (meaning a brighter future), the Word of God as an open book (relating to Christian education), Crux (Australian heritage and the cross), Skeleton key (relating to teachers finding the key for each student) and Mortar board (education and graduation) with the words in a banner below "Hope, Opportunity, Promise".[1] A once-off school emblem was created in 2000 celebrating 20 years of the school and the current design has been used since 2004. There is also a student pledge recited weekly by students.[2]

Sport

There are 3 sports houses derived from the names of Christian missionaries involved in efforts known as Operation Auca; Fleming (blue), Saint (white) and Elliot (red).

Facilities

Work commenced in 2007 on a AUD$4,000,000 building redevelopment and expansion boasting a brand new multi-purpose gymnasium, a 800 seat auditorium, to be jointly used by the church and school, and a new 3-storey administrative and middle school building. This building is also due to house an enlarged library. It is expected to be completed early in 2009.[3]

Academics

Curriculum includes Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) for primary and middle school students, Vocational Educational Program (VET) for Senior Students along with following the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) set by the Senior Secondary Assessment Board of SA (SSABSA). There has been involvement with various state and national competitions and initiatives such as Rostrum Voice of Youth, Tournament of Minds, Premier's Reading Challenge, Scholastic book club, and the South Australian Primary Schools Amateur Sports Association (SAPSASA) competition. The school won the Happy Little Vegemites Awards in 2000 as part of a Vegemite promotion, presented by James Blundell[4].

All students in years 3-12 attend camps in various Australian locations such as Wellington, Wirraway Homestead, Port Hughes, Flinders Ranges, Kangaroo Island, Canberra, Victor Harbor and Aldinga Beach. Other locations for excursions include Adelaide Zoo, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, and the Adelaide Botanic Gardens.

Discipline

Parents applying to the school must sign a form agreeing to the discipline policy, including corporal punishment.[5]

The school makes use of corporal punishment whenever it is required. This is inflicted privately in an office by a senior member of staff. Offences thus punished include swearing, fighting, vandalism, disrespect and cheating. Instead of expelling or withdrawing disruptive students, corporal punishment is seen as a final and complete punishment that is administered promptly. A wooden paddle is used to smack the student once or twice on the behind. The smacking must be carried out by a member of staff of the same sex as the student. The school says the student will be smacked only after a calm discussion and when he or she is ready to submit to it willingly. This retains the sense of dignity and justice for both student and teacher. According to the school, many students are thankful and satisfied after being paddled, as it brings an air of finality to the incident.[6]

See also

Notes and References

  1. ^ School emblem Retrieved on 2008-12-08.
  2. ^ Student pledge Retrieved on 2008-12-08.
  3. ^ New Buildings Update Retrieved on 2008-12-08.
  4. ^ Vegemite Timeline Retrieved on 2009-01-02.
  5. ^ Discipline Policy - Affirmation of Support.
  6. ^ Flinders University, Corporal Discipline information supplied by Craigmore Christian School.

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Craigmore Christian School is a Reception to Year 12 private Christian school located in the Craigmore, South Australia. it was established in 1981 with principal George Sears serving as principal from 1981-2005.

History



Notable staff


This is a list of long serving staff or staff that have had notable or significant impact on the school development.
  • Sandra Jesshope, Principal (2005-current). Former Deputy Primary principal.
  • George A Sears, Principal (1981-2005)
  • Derek Stacey, Deputy Principal (1981-current)


    • Emblem


    School emblem, 2003-current

    School emblem from 1981-2003

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    There are 4 main elements of the emblem with meaning related to the founding of the school;
  • Emerging Sun: The emerging sun at the dawning of a new day relates to hope, opportunity and promise; the school education is to prepare for a brighter future.

  • Southern Cross: Related to the school's Australian heritage. Also the cross represented by the Southern Cross is also to represent Jesus Christ.

  • Word of God (open book): The book relates to the Bible and also accumulation of knowledge and understanding.

  • Key : Related to the teachers role in motivating students.


    • Student Pledge


    The student pledge is said each week during the school assembly.
    <nowiki>I look to God to help me behave as He would want.
    I seek to put His will before mine.
    I faithfully honour and obey those in authority.
    I thank Him for everything I have:
    - for food, health, and daily provision
    - for parents, church, and teachers who help me
    - and especially for His love that surrounds me.
    I trust in Him today to help me be diligent in my duty in obedience to Him.</nowiki>

    Curriculum

  • Part of the Gawler Region Employment, Education and Training group (GREET).
  • Physics
  • Biology
  • Geography
  • Maths Studies and Specialist Maths
  • Drama
  • Information Processing
  • Information Technology
  • English Studies
  • Chemistry
  • Accounting
  • Art
  • Design
  • Physical Education
  • Christian Elective Studies
  • Music
  • Japanese
  • Food Tech


    • Sport


    Students are divided into 3 sports houses; Saint, Flemming and Elliot. These names derive from 3 of 5 famous missionaries, Jim Elliot, Peter Fleming, Nate Saint, Ed McCully, Roger Youderian.

    Drama


    There is a drama program for both primary and secondary students which is part of the curriculum. The senior plays are often original plays written and directed by drama teacher Michael Butler, performed by students at the Elizabeth Shedley Theatre.

    List of original senior drama plays

  • 2003, Hoodwink
  • 2002, A Suite for Sunday[313]
  • 2001, Over My Dead Body, (A Farce)
  • 2000, The Company of Games
  • 1999, Charmed
  • 1998, Parkins' End, A Tragedy in Two Comic Acts
  • 1997, The Crossing, A Play About Consequence
  • 1996, The Story Maker


    • Excursions & Camps


    Students from most years go to various locations. Below is a list of regular camps:
  • El Shaddai, Wellington
  • Wirraway
  • Pt. Hughes
  • Flinders Ranges
  • Kangaroo Island (Vivonne Bay Outdoor Education & Environmental Field Study Centre)
  • Canberra
  • Victor Harbor
  • Adelaide Coast


    • School Awards


    This is a list of awards awarded to students for achievements.
  • ABC's of ACE, recognition of the completion of the ACE Phonetics and Mathematics program
  • Highest PACE achiever
  • Scripture trophy and award, for scripture resiting
  • Sports award
  • Individual subject achievement awards
  • Principals award
  • Principals encouragement award


    • List of Head Prefects


    Students and staff elect students to make decisions on behalf of the student body and are part of a student council and senior students are nominated as prefects. There is a head and deputy prefect which are sometimes involved with the school broad decisions on behalf of the students. This is a list of Head Prefects elected:
  • 2000, Helen Liemareff
  • 1997, Natalie Barnard


    • School Events


    Regular annual events at the school.
  • Annual General Meeting (AGM), previous Year 12 results acknowledged.
  • Prefect's Dinner, a formal dinner organized by prefects for the senior students.
  • Year 12 breakfast, a breakfast organized by the year 11 students to farewell the year 12 students.
  • Awards and Presentation night, an annual event to recognize student and staff achievement
  • Senior sports day, a student sport competition


    • Awards

  • 2000, Craigmore Christian School won the Happy Little Vegemites Awards in 2000, a competition for primary school students to make a Vegemite promotional video. Singer James Blundell visited the school and students.


    • See also

  • List of schools in South Australia


    • References

  • Craigmore Christian School Magazine, 1997
  • Craigmore Christian School Magazine, 1996


    • External links

  • Official Craigmore Christian School Website














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