Emmanuel Newsletter

From the Principal



For the word of the Lord is right and true; He is faithful in all He does. — Psalm 33:4 Mrs Jenny Berry, our school Chaplain, lead devotions with staff on Monday morning. Mrs Berry shared the verse Psalm 33:4 with us and I was greatly encouraged to be reminded about God’s faithfulness in all he does. Recently we have seen God’s faithfulness through a range of exciting building programs at Emmanuel. Since 2014, we have seen the basketball courts transformed and a new Performing Arts and Music Centre built and used for many performances, events and classes. We see God’s faithfulness in the provision of the stunning new courtyard at the end of 2020 and our three new completely renovated infant classrooms. During May and June three additional Primary classrooms and two Secondary classes will all be refurbished! God has used a lot of people to support the continuous improvements at Emmanuel Christian School, both in terms of our enrolment growth and the development of our facilities and learning programs. From the contractors on-site, through to the Emmanuel and Christian Schools Tasmania staff, our ever vigilant and supportive Business Manager, Mr Brian Bosveld, and CEO Mr David Gillman, and of course our wonderful School Council and Christian Schools Tasmania Board. Our reputation as a school that stands on values and academic integrity is getting out into the community. Already this year I have conducted many Kinder and Year 7 enrolment interviews for 2022. Families are keen to get in early and not miss out on a place in our wonderful school. Emmanuel is a wonderful school and we are accomplishing so much. God’s faithfulness is constantly under girding and encompassing everything we do. Student Leaders Well done, Student Leaders. We had a small ceremony where we handed out badges and blazers to our student leaders last Friday. On Monday this week, our Student Leaders, and Mr Roberts attended the Grip Conference to learn more about leadership in the school. Our student leadership team are looking forward to doing some great things in our school community in 2021. Scott Winkler — Principal

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New Infant Classrooms

From working in a temporary classroom space and using minimal resources, to enjoying our brand new classroom and furniture, we are all so excited and relieved to finally be back in our own room!

Although it was interesting watching the building developments from a distance, and getting to know and mix with some of the Secondary School students whilst we shared their building and outdoor areas.

We wish all the Primary classes patience as they now wait for their new rooms to be completed. We are sure it will be worth all the disruption in the meantime!

You can view more photos of the new rooms via our Facebook Page!

Anne Knibbe —
Prep/Year 1 Teacher

Secondary Science News

This term, the Year 7s are learning all about water! Water is one of the most important things in life, and we need to be careful with how we use it and how much we use. 7B learnt about capillary action: despite gravitational forces, water can travel up different materials such as narrow glass tubes, paper towels and straws.

This explains how water can reach the leaves and the branches of a tree all the way from the root. My deep hope for my students is that by the end of the term, the Year 7 students will appreciate water, have learnt about its unique physical and chemical properties, and understand why Jesus can provide any who ask living water. (John 4:10)

Karen De Leon — Teacher


Kinder 2022 and 2023! Our School is currently experiencing growth across all classes! With this in mind we wish to remind current school parents that applications for Kinder in 2022 and 2023 are NOW OPEN. Please contact us to ensure you don’t miss out!

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A doctor’s certificate is required for more than two days’ absence.
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