Junior Campus: 150 Wilsons Rd Senior Campus: 125 Wilsons Rd Postal Address: 150 Wilsons Rd, St Martins, Christchurch 8022

Phone: (03) 332 6923 Fax: (03) 332 6922 Office email: office@hillview.school.nz Principal’s email: principal@hillview.school.nz

www.hillview.school.nz A Ministry of South City C3 Church

Our Vision: To grow young people who love God and impact others through service and leadership.

Our Mission: To provide a quality education in a Christian environment where children can develop their God-given abilities.

T3 W2 30 July 15

Our Year 6 Rippa Rugby Team has won the 2015 Canterbury Tournament and

therefore qualified for the New Zealand Champs – the Rippa World Cup in Wel-

lington on 13-15 September, 2015. They

will compete against 19 teams from all around the country! Their travel, accommodation, food, and

uniforms will be generously paid for by the NZ Rugby Union. Hillview went through the Canterbury tournament today unbeaten with

four wins and one draw. It is the first

time in the history of this tournament that a winning team has come from the South

Zone. Thanks to the parents and Mr Frost who came to support us.

Back - left to right: Emma Alcock, Alisha Winder, Serena Morgan, Maddie Morrow, Jamie

Ehau, and Samantha Weavers Front - left to right: Andrei Tomkinson, Tom Harrison, Ben

Mason, and Jacob Walters. We thank God for such an amazing achievement.

Humility – All our successes are due to God

But, ‘Let him who boasts boast in the Lord”. 2 Corinthians 10:17

30 July

Principal ’ s Ponderings…

Kia ora Parents, This week I have asked Mrs Learey, Head of Junior Campus, to contribute to the newsletter. Many Blessings to one and all, Steve Frost (Principal) Dear Hillview Community

School-wide the teachers and pupils are currently discussing our school value – Humility. What is it? How is it shown?

The Bible describes humility as meekness, lowliness and absence of self. The Greek word translated “humility” in Colossians 3:12 and elsewhere literally means “lowliness of mind,” so we see that humility is a heart attitude, not merely an outward demeanour. One may put on an outward show of humility but still have a heart full of pride and arrogance. Biblical humility is necessary to enter the kingdom, but furthermore it is necessary in order to be great in the kingdom (Matthew 20:26-27). Here Jesus is our model. Just as He did not come to be served, but to serve, so must we commit ourselves to serving others in lowliness of mind, always considering others better than ourselves (Philippians 2:3).

This is not to think being humble means grovelling in front of others or thinking we're no good and others are better. That's not what the Bible says. God says when you are humble; you are free from pride and arrogance. You know that in yourself you are inadequate, yet you also know who you are in Christ. You can walk humbly in the power of the Holy Spirit, not in your own strength. The picture of humility in the Bible is one of a strong person who loves others, not someone who is a wimp. Humility also is recognising that you need God’s help, knowing you can’t truly succeed in your own strength. It is thanking God for your talents and gifts, and giving him credit for your accomplishments. It is being comfortable with who you are in Christ and seeking to build others up, not yourself. It is gratefully walking in God’s grace, love, and forgiveness. God has promised to give grace to the humble, while He opposes the proud (Proverbs 3:34; 1 Peter 5:5). If we humble ourselves, God gives us more grace and exalts us (Luke 14:11). Along with Jesus, Paul is also our example of humility. In spite of the great gifts and understanding he had received, Paul saw himself as the “least of the apostles” and the “chief of sinners” (1 Timothy 1:15; 1 Corinthians 15:9). Like Paul, the truly humble will glory in the grace of God and in the cross, not in self-righteousness (Philippians 3:3-9).

The founder of the OMF Missionary Society, Hudson Taylor, was scheduled to speak at a large Presbyterian Church in Melbourne. The moderator of the service introduced the missionary in eloquent and glowing terms. He told the large congregation all that Taylor had accomplished in China, and then presented him as "our illustrious guest." Taylor stood quietly for a moment, and then opened his message by saying, "Dear friends, I am the little servant of an illustrious Master."

We want to teach our children/pupils that they can be strong knowing who they are in Christ, and to celebrate their gifts and talents knowing from whom they came. Furthermore we want them to know they should be looking to put others first, and not think of themselves above others. Let’s echo the words of Hudson Taylor, “less of me, more of God.”

May God bless you,

Margaret Learey Head of Junior Campus

Tips for Learning

Year 0-2 - Is your child struggling? (by Jen Chamberlain) Writing BIG: Sand or salt trays, play dough or clay (many supermarkets sell coloured clay $1.50 per pack), and coloured glue. Spelling/Writing: Have fun finger tracing sounds/letters or words being learned at school in sand or salt trays. Make alphabet letters with clay, play dough or coloured glue and then sound out words together – eg: (b-e-d, f-e-d; b-a-t, c-a-t).

Pupil Achievements

Congratulations

At the South Zone Sports Tournament yesterday our teams did extremely well with one of our best results ever. Year 5/6A Hockey – 1st, Year 5/6A Netball – 1st, Year 5/6A Football – 1st, Year 5/6 Rugby – 2nd, Year 7/8A Netball – 1st, Year 7/8A Hockey – 1st, Year 7/8A Football – 2nd, Year 7/8 Rugby – automatic qualifier. Apart from the Year 5/6 Rugby, all of the above teams will be going to the Canterbury tournament on Thursday 27 August. This is outstanding and we all know that all our success is due to God.

Assemblies next week

Y0-2: Friday – 2.15pm to 3.00pm Junior Staffroom Y3-6: Wednesday – 2.15-3.00pm Junior Staffroom Y7-10: Wednesday – 1.30-2.15pm Bowling Club

Dates to Remember

1.1 Monday 3 August – Year 1 classes Museum Trip 1.2 Tuesday 4 August – Aurecon Bridge

Building Competition 1.3 Thursday 6 August – Year 2 classes Museum Trip 1.4 Thursday 6 August – Year 5-8 Winter Sport finishes 1.5 Friday 7 August – New Entrant classes Museum Trip 1.6 Monday 10 August – Year 4 Museum Trip 9.00am-

1.30pm and 12.30-3.00pm 1.7 Tuesday 11 August – ICAS Maths Competition 1.8 Thursday 13 August – Optional Parent/Teacher

Interviews 3.15-7.00pm 1.9 Monday 17 August – Teacher Only Day 1.10 Wednesday 19 August – Year 9/10 Winter Sports

finishes 1.11 Thursday 20 August – Year 0-2 Grandparents

Day 9.00-10.00am 1.12 Thursday 20 August – Year 3 Museum Trip 9.00-

11.30am 1.13 Friday 21 August – Year 3 Museum trip 12.30-3.00pm

Noticeboard

2.1 Sibling New Entrants 2016 – Do you have a younger child due to start here at Hillview during 2016? If your child’s name is not listed below but they are due to start school sometime during 2016 please come and get an application form from the office. This really helps us with our planning for next year. Please note: closing date for NE applications is 28 August 2015. If you have any questions please contact Claire at the office. Applications for siblings we have received so far are: Jessica Allison, Calista Botherway, Lucy Burgess, Micah Davis, Ruby Dowall, Chidima Emadi, Lucy Frew, Amelia Graham, Theo Kelleher, Daniel Le Roux, Raema Le Roux, Isaac Manson, Malea Marsden, Isabella McEwing, Lily McKenzie, Rupert Nielsen, Holly O'Brien, Noah Rebelo-Daniels, Max Skinner, Mary Trengrove, Matai Waddell, Benjamin Wilkinson, Maddison Beale, Katie Matthews, and Martha Platt

2.2 Term 2 Lost Property – The lost property bins on both the junior and senior campus have been emptied. Named items have been returned to the owners. Unnamed items may be collected from the AV room (next to the library on the junior campus) until tomorrow, Friday 31 July.

2.3 2016 Plans – We currently have a waiting list of pupils wishing to be enrolled at Hillview Christian School in 2016. If you know for certain that your child will not be at Hillview in 2016, please email Claire Onslow at c.onslow@hillview.school.nz to let us know.

2.4 Tummy Bugs – The Ministry of Health recommends that children who have experienced vomiting or diarrhoea should be absent from school for a period of 24 hours minimum after their last bout.

2.5 Hearing and Vision Testing – Wednesday 5 August from 9.00am in the Junior Campus staffroom. All Year 7 pupils for vision only. Hearing: Reuben Alcock, Emma Ford, Caleb Hoyt, Grace Ruben, Riki Ruben, Nevaeh Taumiti-Graham, Lyric

Tukia, Emma Yule, Blythe Yule, Georgia Yule, Micahlei Timo, Tausili Pulemau, Elijah Hendry, Eva Hendry, Olivia Alcock, Laura Copland, Violet Gilling, Hunter Lemm, Dean Meyfarth, Hamish McEwing, Gwilym Jones, Alasdair McCall, and Duncan McCall. Vision: Reuben Alcock, Emma Ford, Caleb Hoyt, Grace Ruben, Riki Ruben, Nevaeh Taumiti-Graham, Lyric Tukia, Emma Yule, Blythe Yule, Georgia Yule, Micahlei Timo, Jaxon Waddell, Oliver Niho Niho, Riley Shepherd, Elijah Rodger, Sacha Burgess, Joshua Ford, Chloe Hay, Alasdair McCall, and Duncan McCall.

2.6 Year 0-2 Grandparents Morning – As part of our study of 'Then and Now' we would like to invite grandparents to school on Thursday the 20 August from 9.00-10.00am.

2.7 Connect and Reflect – Year 9-10 Pupils are invited to Connect and Reflect, a night of reflecting on our personal relationship with God and connecting with God and peers. This is 6.00-8.00pm, Tuesday the 4 August at Middleton Grange for Year 9-13 pupils. Guest speaker will be Ben McGregor.

2.8 Y0-8 Canterbury Primary and Intermediate School Ski Races – Sunday 23 August at Mt. Cheeseman. If any students are interested in entering these, please email Mr Norton for an entry form at p.norton@hillview.school.nz. The school will enter students but all transport, entry fee, gear hire etc. is the responsibility of parents.

2.9 Scholastic Orders – Visit www.scholastic.co.nz for the latest issue and pay online with Book Club LOOP. Your orders with be electronically linked to the rest of the School's orders. Orders close 28 August.

HSA & BOT News

3.1 Red Alert! Red Alert! – Save the date for a fabulous night with the HSA on Saturday 19 September. We're putting on the biggest and best clothing ‘Shwap’ the world has ever seen. Loads more details to come, but we'll just say now that you won't want to miss it. Mark

those diaries NOW and start saving any items of clothing you'd be proud to see someone else in. Watch this space!

Community Notices

4.1 Help Needed – Could you bless a Hillview family with a meal or maybe provide some ingredients? Pease collect the details from the office if you might be able to help a Hillview family who need our support.

4.2 St Martins Home For Sale – 5 bedroom family home is for sale in St Martins. For information please see Natalie in the school office or view on Trade Me: Property ID# EJM454

4.3 Calling ALL Men with connections at Hillview – Men's Christian Convention: Philip Jensen will be speaking on "Living as Men of God" on Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 August, 6.45-9.30pm at La Vida, Hansons Lane. $35; $25 for students; Free if you are under 18 (suitable for 16yo and older). Refreshments provided after both evenings. Optional Seminar: There will also be a separate seminar on ‘Men in the Home’ on Wednesday 12 August at 5.45pm. WORLD CLASS Bible teaching & fellowship with 400+ Christian men. Bring a friend or relative. Sign up on line: BEFORE the night will help budget for food! For all details & Sign up: see the MCC website: www.mcc-nz.org.nz Parent contact: Nick Romans on 021 0275 0299

4.4 Marriage Course – An Alpha Marriage Course is starting 7 August at 7.30pm and will run every Friday for 7 weeks, in the Hillview School Staffroom. For more information or to sign up please contact Justin and Kirsty Hosking kirsty@themakecafe.co.nz 0220179296

Verses to learn Term 3

Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

Ephesians 4:32

Prayer Requests

Give thanks for:- many instances where God’s character is being

reflected in the lives of our pupils God’s spirit who continually transforms our

community to be more like Jesus for the vision of pioneering a Christian School in St

Martins Please pray for:-

the enrichment of our relationship with each other wisdom and strength for our Y7-10 Middle School

Pupils as they journey through significant change in their development – physically, socially, emotionally, spiritually

the Proprietors of our school, South City C3, as they seek to strengthen and guard our special character of the school

Join us for prayer tomorrow morning from 8.20am in the small theatre next to the library.

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