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NCC SATURDAY NETBALL CLUB | In an exhilarating display of skill, teamwork, and determination, our NCC Netball Club emerged victorious in three grand finals on Saturday, 31 August, at Fishermans Sports Complex, capping off a remarkable season!

Legends won 30-19
Gladiators won 29-26
Dragons were the runners-up
These results reflect the teams' incredible talent, hard work, and commitment, which have defined the entire season.

As we celebrate these outstanding achievements, we want to congratulate all families involved in the NCC Saturday Netball Club. Your support and encouragement have been invaluable. The players for their hard work and determination, the coaches for their guidance and strategy, and the supporters for their unwavering encouragement. Each one of you has played a crucial role in our success.

This season, our club was a family of 91 players, forming 10 teams. The majority are returning next season, and we're excited about the potential for growth. We're already scouting for new players to join us for the 2025 season. If you're interested, please contact saturdaynccnetball@gmail.com for more information. The future of our club is bright, and we can't wait to see what we can achieve together!

Congratulations once again to our NCC Netball Club on a spectacular season! ... See MoreSee Less

YEAR 1 GINGER FACTORY EXCURSION | Tuesday 3 September, marked an exciting day for the Year 1 students as they boarded the school buses and enjoyed an excursion to The Ginger Factory in Yandina.

Our first activity was an educational ride aboard Moreton, the historic ginger train, before joining the Gingerbread man on an adventure around the world on the Overboard boat. There were 200 puppets for the students to spot along the ride! The students also attended a bee show where they experienced the honeybee's fascinating world and saw beehives up close (behind glass!). It was exhilarating for our students as they learnt about the different bees in a colony, each one's role and how long they live for.

Back at school, the afternoon was spent decorating our own gingerbread cookie-men and participating in gingerbread-themed crafts and activities. It was a fun day enjoyed by all! ... See MoreSee Less

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10-19 YEARS REGIONAL ATHLETICS TRIAL | Congratulations to all NCC students who competed at the regional athletics trial in August. The following students have been selected to attend the state trial in October. We wish you all the best!

Carter G (Year 12)
Sophie F (Year 12)
Keisha G (Year 11)
Kiara P (Year 11)
Jude Y (Year 11)
Lyla VB (Year 10)
Oliver S (Year 10)
Bodhe F (Year 9)
Jessica C-P (Year 6)
Violet W (Year 6)
Lachlan H (Year 5) ... See MoreSee Less

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YEAR 2 CAMP - APEX CAMPS | On Tuesday 3 September, all the Year 2s set off on their day camp to Mudjimba. We felt very blessed to have perfect weather, perfect children and perfect activities!

The students had amazing opportunities to demonstrate resilience, perseverance, courage and positivity. The instructors at the camp said these were the youngest students they had ever had in their groups. They were worried about managing little people and their capabilities, but all the NCC students shone through. Every student demonstrated the NCC Way with their beautiful manners and kind words to each other. The children learnt about Bush Skills like making a fire, building a shelter and responding to a snake bite! They built a skyscraper with milk crates, built a shelter, and responded to a snake bite! They built a skyscraper with milk crates, climbed up to the top, and used their whole-body strength to stretch a bungee rope along the greatest distance.

Our parent volunteers played a crucial role at the camp, dedicating their time to attach harnesses and support all the students. Their positivity and commitment were greatly appreciated, and their presence added to the sense of community at the camp. ... See MoreSee Less

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JS STUDENT OF THE MONTH - SEPTEMBER | REVERANCE

Congratulations to our September Students of the Month, Kenneth P, Ellyse P, Andreas L, Archie B, Hudson C, Vayda R, Amity F, and Holly S. For September, the Student of the Month Lunch celebrated the virtue of reverence with a special pizza party. Students gathered excitedly as Mrs Baker and Mr Buchan welcomed them to lunchtime, which was filled with delicious pizza, a fruit platter and lively conversation. Each student was honoured with a certificate highlighting their embodiment of reverence within our school community.

Comments from their teachers included that these students walk in kindness, respect, and gentleness toward teachers and their classmates. They help in the classroom without expecting a reward, are thoughtful of others' feelings and needs, and show a beautiful heart toward God's word during quiet time and in Chapel.

We commend these students and are proud of them. Keep up the great attitude of reverence. ... See MoreSee Less

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MS/SS BOOK WEEK DRESS-UP COMPETITION 2024 | A Great Success
The MS/SS Book Week Dress-Up Competition 2024 was a vibrant display of creativity and enthusiasm, with a diverse range of outfits adorning the campus. The variety was spectacular, from Donald Trump to Iron Man, Alvin and the Chipmunks to Fairies, Bananas in Pyjamas to Renaissance Italian poets.

The energy peaked at lunchtime, with a Best-Dressed competition in the amphitheatre to determine the best outfits!

An expert panel of Mrs Gread-Power, Mr Power, Mrs Caldwell, and Mr Lanham debated and deliberated, finding the best costumes for each category. Congratulations to Jack B (Year 12) for winning the DIY category with his intricately self-made costume! In an incredible act of kindness, he gave the prize of a tuckshop voucher to the worthy runner-up for the category, Jessi S (Year 10), who hand-sewed her outfit as Lady Macbeth.

Mr Power and Mrs Gread-Power powered their way to the victory of the teacher's prize with their fantastic recreation of Socrates and Aristotle. Several of the Year 12 boys also outdid themselves in their life-like rendition of The Hungry Caterpillar , dressing up as different items of food and a caterpillar showcasing the beautiful transformation to a butterfly which scored them the bag of chocolates as a prize for the group category. Lastly, congratulations to Abe V (Year 11) for winning the individual prize with his amazing costume of Radagast the Brown from Lord of the Rings.

Notably, the event was about more than just fun and games. NCC is proud to have raised a commendable amount of gold coin donations for the Compassion project. This generous support will help children all over the world receive the education they deserve. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making this a wonderful, fun and impactful day.

Sophie Yates and Harrison Black
Competition MC's ... See MoreSee Less

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YEAR 3s - TALK FOR WRITING | At Nambour Christian College, we are committed to finding innovative ways to enhance our students' ���̶���Ƶ experiences. This year, we are trialling a new 'Talk for Writing' initiative with our Year 3 students. This program, designed to strengthen students' writing skills through a unique and engaging approach, is already showing promising results, filling us with hope for the future of our students' ���̶���Ƶ!

What is 'Talk for Writing'?
'Talk for Writing' is an evidence-based program developed by the acclaimed literacy expert Pie Corbett. The core idea of the program is to help children develop their writing abilities by first ���̶���Ƶ to talk about the stories they will eventually write. By internalising language patterns and story structures through speaking and listening activities, children are better prepared to translate their thoughts into written words.

The program is divided into three stages: imitation, innovation, and invention. In the imitation stage, students learn to retell a model text through repetition, actions, and drama, which helps them become familiar with the language and structure of a well-written piece. In the innovation stage, they adapt the model text, making small changes to create a new version of the story. Finally, in the invention stage, students use their acquired skills and knowledge to create their own original stories.

Why 'Talk for Writing'?
- Builds confidence
- Enhances creativity
- Reinforces key literacy skills
- Fosters a love for writing

Our Year 3 students have enthusiastically embraced 'Talk for Writing'. They love the program's interactive nature, particularly the use of actions and drama to retell stories. Teachers have reported that students are more engaged during literacy lessons and show greater confidence in their writing abilities. We are already seeing improvements in their writing, with many students demonstrating a more sophisticated use of language and a deeper understanding of story structure.

We are excited to see where this initiative takes our Year 3 students and look forward to sharing more success stories from our young writers. ... See MoreSee Less

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SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS |

On 23 August, two NCC teams participated in the Santos Q7s tournament at Kawana Sports Precinct. Over 50 teams represented their schools and played four games over the day. Our girls and boys played some outstanding rugby, putting into play what they have been training for this term. Congratulations on your immense effort and sportsmanship; you make us proud. We look forward to SCISSA Rugby 7s and All Schools in Term 4.

In mid-August, Lachlan H (Year 5) competed at the School Sport National Cross Country Championships. On a very muddy, slippery track, he came 18th in the 11-year-old boys' category. His team came third based on individual run times, and the relay team he was in also came third. Well done to Lachie on his two bronze medals at a national level. We are so proud of you!

Maddison G and Georgia-Ray P recently competed in the 2024 County Saddlery IQ Equestrian State Championships in Toowoomba.
- Maddison came 1st in the Primary Combined Training 80cm (Dressage and Show jumping) - Qld State Champion; 1st in the Primary Novice Dressage 2.2, 3rd in the Primary Novice Dressage 2.3 and 3rd in the Overall Primary Novice Dressage. These results placed her 3rd overall in the competition.
- Georgia-Ray placed 3rd in the Show jumping 90cm.
Both girls have secured golden tickets to the National Championships in Tamworth in September. Well done, Maddison and Georgia-Ray. We wish you all the best for nationals! ... See MoreSee Less

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SUNSHINE COAST NETBALL ASSOCIATION LIN CORBETT AWARD WINNERS| Our NCC community is so proud of these three young ladies who were nominated for the award in their divisions.

The Lin Corbett Awards are the season's SCNA Best and Fairest Awards. At the end of each game, umpires select players who:
- Have an appropriate attitude and positive approach to their teammates and the opposition
- Help other players by encouraging and supporting their actions
- Demonstrate respect for officials and the rules of the game
- Display a high level of teamwork and play the game in the spirit it is intended to be played
- Speak to other players with respect
- Show excellent skills consistently during the game

A massive congratulations go to:
- Nina B (Year 7) Tied Winner
- Milla P (Year 9) Runner Up
- Ainsley F (Year 10) Winner
This award indeed shows excellent determination and respect. ... See MoreSee Less

JS ART EXHIBITION NOW OPEN | Our JS cohort's magnificent and captivating artwork display will transport you to the depths of the underwater world.
From dancing seahorses to sparkling jellyfish, come and be a part of the creativity of our young students in a glow-in-the-dark sea adventure at the JS Phosphorescent Seas Art Exhibition.

Open every day this week:
2 - 6 Sept
The Hub (Next to the JS Library)
From 8am-9am, 2pm-3pm, and all day Friday during Fun Day. ... See MoreSee Less