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Are you struggling to get your kids moving in the morning?Don't worry ‐ we'll get them moving for you!With our Riverside Breakfast Club!!!RIVERSIDE BREAKFAST CLUBWhat's on the menu you ask?* A variety of cereals and milk = $1* Toast and spread = 50 cents* Variety of fruit juices = 50 centsStudents are invited to come to the Riverside Breakfast Club everyTuesday and Thursday morning for breakfast or a quick snackbefore they begin their school day. The breakfast club will beserving cereal, toast and juice from 8:00am ‐ 8:30am in thealfresco area outside the hall canteen.The senior students of Riverside will be the kitchen coordinatorsof the club and help serve up a variety of nutritious breakfastitems that students are welcome to purchase.UPDATING OUR DATA BASE ‐People move house or change their phone numbers and email addresses all the time.Please ensure that you alert us of any changes to your details.A letter will be sent home to each family in the near future requesting your action to update any changes.In particular we are requiring mobile contact numbers and email addresses. Any changes to medical recordswould also be our primary concern, so be sure to fill out the forms and return them immediately to reception.Even if you have no changes needed to our files, please return the forms stating ‘no changes needed’.Senior College teacher, Julie Furness, is veryunwell at the present moment and will be absentfrom the College for the next 6 weeks for healingand recovery. Please keep Julie in your thoughtsand prayers. Mr Vern Schultz has stepped out ofretirement to take classes for Julie during thistime.Senior students will receive acopy of the ‘word4u2day’ thisweek. Check out theencouraging stories andfaith‐building truths.May 2nd is a public holiday and classes will resume on Tuesday 3rd May.The OfficeDesk“Be the best. It’s the only market that’s not crowded.”2

The Middle College Business class are participating inthe USQ Funny Business competition.FoodAliciousMIDDLE COLLEGE NewsWAKAKIRRI TIME!Story Dance ‐ CompetitionYrs 5 to 7A strong group has gathered totake up the challenge in 2011.Mrs McGann will advise ofrehearsal times to thoseinvolved.Yr 9/10 Business Students areholding a food store open bothbreaks on Friday 6 th May.Sausage SizzlesSoft DrinksPotato ChipsIcy CupsNo items over $2,be there or be square.Parent/TeacherInterviewsMay 3rd, 4thand 5thCongratulations Jessica on your recent completion ofthe Junior Model Course.TEACHER: John, why are you doing yourmath multiplication on the floor?JOHN: You told me to do it without usingtables.Connor Slater, Brittany Ward, andSamuel Ryan representing Riversideat the inter‐schools debatingcompetition.The topic was 'Hollywood has a lotto answer for'.MiddleCollegeNews4

SENIOR COLLEGE NewsOPEN TO YEAR 9 – 12 STUDENTS ONLYTravelling to Perisher Valley& CanberraDate: 29 June – 7 July 2011Organisation for our inaugural Snow Trip iswell under way. We now have a firm cost forthe trip. Based on our numbers the total is$1495.00 per student. Riverside has alreadypaid the deposit and a further payment to ourtour provider. It’s good to see a few havemade payments towards their trip. We needALL students involved to be making regularpayments to ensure the total is paid in full byFriday 10 June. Please note deposit paymentsare unable to be refunded if a studentwithdraws from the trip. This is due to theexpense the College has already outlaid.Early this Term we will have a meeting withstudents to prepare for the trip. Later in theterm, if parents wish, we can get together withall families to discuss the trip in more detail.This is an exciting opportunity for all involvedand we look forward to sharing this adventurewith the students!RegardsBrian Harveyfor theRiverside Snow Trip TeamGet a Head Start to UniAre you a year 11 or 12 student looking for a challenge? Orperhaps you are really passionate about a certain field ofeducation or you may even be deciding whether university is foryou. The University of Southern Queensland’s Head Startprogram could be just what you are searching for. It is designedto provide senior students with the opportunity to study auniversity course and get a taste of what university is really like.You can either study on campus and attend real lectures or evenstudy through our renowned distance education programs.Benefits of this program include; full academic credit, guaranteedentry into USQ (on successful completion) and the only costs forthis opportunity are your textbooks and materials. That’s right,the course is offered free of charge, potentially saving you a lotof money.To find out more, interested students and their parent’s areinvited to come along to our Head Start Information Night onWednesday 18th May at 6pm at the Fraser Coast campus,Room C210, 161 Old Maryborough Road.Can’t make it on the night? Further information is available atwww.usq.edu.au/headstart or contact Tasie Webber on4194 3142 or Molly Dunn or 4194 3248. Alternatively speak toyour school Guidance Officer regarding the USQ Head Startprogram. Enrolments for Semester 2 close 2nd June 2011 andrequire your school principal’s approval.Southern Cross Cultural Exchangeis seeking volunteer host families to hostinternational exchange students arriving in July2011 for a stay of one or two semesters.SOUTHERN CROSS CULTURAL EXCHANGETel: +61 (0)3 9775 4711Fax: +61 (0)3 9775 4971Toll Free: 1800 500 501Post: Locked Bag 1200, Mt Eliza ,Victoria , 3930Web: www.scce.com.auemail: robert.l@scce.com.auBecome a WEP Host FamilyWorld Education Program (WEP). Become avolunteer host family to an international studentarriving in July 2011. Students from Italy, France,Belgium, The Netherlands, Sweden, Finland,Norway, Japan, Brazil and Chile are looking forwardto experiencing life in Australia, making new friendsand becoming a member of an Australian familysoon.Find out more!Nikki MedwellInbound Exchange AdministratorPhone: 1300 884 733Email: wep@wep.org.auOnline: www.wep.org.auSeniorCollegeNews5

News from the CHAPLAINNEW CHAPLAIN ON CAMPUS!!Starting Term 2, Ross Harrold will take on the responsibilities asChaplain, serving students, families and staff.Maryborough Gospel Chapel Kids Club is anoutreach program for children in Years 1 - 7.Activities include singing, devotions, gamesand/or craft as well as a 2 course eveningmeal.Come along and see what all the fun is about!When? Thursday Night 5.30pm - 7.30pmWhere? Maryborough Gospel ChapelCorner Walker and Ferry StreetCost? $4 per child or $10 per family(3 or more children)For further information please contact Dean orJulie Terry on 41230118 or 0458230118.FRIDAYNIGHTSMeeting at theM’bro WesleyanChurch68 GayndahRoad.Hi my name is Ross and I am the new Chaplain here atRiverside Christian College. I am really excited aboutworking at the College and serving the staff, students andfamilies connected to Riverside. I have just moved fromNormanton, a great community in the Gulf of CarpentariaQueensland, where I lived with my wife and children forthree and a half years.I am passionate about seeing young people grow anddevelop life skills and faith in God. I believe that eachstudent at the College has God given gifts and part of myresponsibility is to help each student realise their fullpotential in God. I spent 7 years in Brisbane’s north sideas Youth Pastor and Assistant Pastor at a Church inNorthlakes and then made the move to Normanton.I am looking forward to getting to know everyone andsharing my passions for the outdoors, good coffee andliving life with Jesus.CONTACT 4122 4415FOR ACTIVITIESHey Kids …. Looking for something to do onFriday nights???Tinana Youth Connect Group provides funactivities for students in Years 7 to 12.Time: 7.00pm to 9.30pm Cost: DonationLocation: “The Shed” 115 Gympie Road, Tinana.Further enquiries: 4122 4300 or 4121 0032Kidz Klub—Maryborough Church of the Nazarene,190 Neptune Street.Kidz Klub caters for children inPrep to Year 5.Time: 4.00pm ‐ 5.30pm FridayCost: Only $2 per chid,or $5 for a family of three or more.For more details pleasephone 4122 4755.7—9:30pmCost $2Age : 12 +(turning 12yrsthis year)Contact4122 4415for more info.Shoes andsocks arerecommendedfootwear.ChaplaincyMissionsYouth Activities7

HONOUR ROLLZayne Shehab-Ash competed recently in Wagga Waggafor the Archery World Championships. We have justbeen informed that Zayne has won Gold!!Congratulations Zayne, and all the very best as youcontinue to pursue further in your sport.Equine Studies Camp will be held on 2nd—3rd June.Cost is yet to be confirmed.OUTDOOR ED. & SPORTING NewsTennis NewsTerm 2 coaching will start Friday6th May and finish on Friday 24thJune.Term 2 fees are $63 and are to bepaid by the third week of term.Fraser Coast Show holiday is on the27th May and therefore there willbe no coaching on this day.There are still fees from Term 1outstanding, please ensure payment is made by Friday 6th May.Bruce Rayner 0408 740 418La MammaBoutiqueMOTHER’S DAYSHOPPING!!Set up in K9 Everyone will havethe opportunity to personallyshop for their Mother’s Daypresents. With prices all under$10 your Mother’s Day isguaranteed to be extra specialthis year.The shop will be OPEN Tuesday 3 May,Wednesday 4 May & Thursday 5 Mayat both breaks and after school until4.00pm.It is suggested that your child brings theirmoney in a sealed envelope with theirname on it, only to be opened when theygo shopping.Mother’s Day BouquetsAgriculture students are selling their flowers for Mother’s Day.Order forms are attached to this edition of the RAP, or may be obtained from Reception.Prices start from as low as $10.Flowers will be available for pickup on the 6th May.SportingNews8

Local EventsTuitionOpportunitiesLyrical Alternative DanceRIVERSIDE STUDIOFully Qualified DanceInstructorDesiree McGann0417 009 641(B Arts, B Education9 Years TeachingExperience)Tap - Contemporary(Jazz Ballet)Lyrical Dance(Broadway)FRASERCOAST SHOWSOCIETYPRESENTS THE“FRASERCOAST’S IDOL”TALENT QUEST FORSTUDENTSAGED 7 TO 16YEARSThis quest will beheld at the Showon 27 & 28 May2011THE WINNERRECEIVING A CDRECORDING WITHANTHONY BREED’SCOLLEGE OFMUSIC.Please phone theShow Society Officeon 4123 5311 formore details.Congratulations to Shauna SmithThrough her commitment to drama, dance and singing Shaunahas been accepted to attend Talent Workshop in Los Angeles,America, “Hollywood program designed to allow young actors,singers and models to go to Hollywood and take part inworkshops and much more.As being one of the few peopleselected for this programs“acting’ section she will get achoice of three differentprograms – Shauna hasselected the Gold Program.Using this she will be able to,go to over 30 differentauditions in front of manyfamous agents, half a day photoshoot, full accommodation, fulllimo service, VIP in an actingseminar, workshops and muchmore.An opportunity exists for interested communityparticipants aged 16+ to partake in a FREE series ofall-day theatrical workshops facilitated by professionalTheatre Director Sean Dennehy.All-day Workshops will coach and develop skills in thefollowing:♦ Script Development Storytelling♦ Voice & Movement♦ Improvisation Street Theatre Ensemble Performing♦ CharacterisationWorkshop location and dates:City Hall, Kent Street Maryborough♦ Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 May♦ Saturday 14 May♦ Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 June♦ Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 June♦ Friday 1 & Saturday 2 JulyThe outcome of these workshops will result in liveperformances at the Mary Poppin’s Festival in the Park onSunday 3 July.Performing ArtsNews9Music TutorsQuality MusicTutors availableat RiversideKyleDownesKeyboardTutorAndreCarpenterBrass &WoodwindTutorMarkNuskeGuitarTutorKatieMarshallViolinTutorHAPPY MOTHER’S DAYA special class for all thewonderful ladies. Bring anew friend and your classis free.Contact Jessi 0447 731 465

Staff & NewsNew Staff and Students in Term 2A warm welcome to our new staff, and we appreciatethe gifts and talents that each of you bring to theRiverside community.Ross Harrold our Chaplain was introduced on page 7.In our Prep department as Aide, we have Judy Fisher.Nicki Hutley will be working in the Junior College.Prep to Year 3 Music will enjoy the creative abilities ofGreg Molen.Quite a few new student faces can also be found onCampus this Term. Luke Radburn, Tara Radburn,Drew Radburn, Cameron Best, Rielly Hadden, Dustin Hadden,Tasmyn Hadden, Cade Smart, Shelby Kenny, Mikaere (Kiady)Henare‐Lawson, Sarah Ford, Chelsea Paige, Ellie Cash,Emily Rogers, Renee Rogers and Caleb Rogers.UNIFORM SHOPSenior Ties are in stock and the Senior boysshould purchase one if they don't alreadyown one. (Ties are worn in Terms 2&3)Cost is $25.Our jumper supplier was floodedthis year and we are unable to getthe Junior jumpers in sizes 10 and 12.To move through this problem we are askingparents to consider sending second‐handjumpers in; and Yr 5 students will be able to buythe Middle College spray jacket.On the 18th of March, Riverside college leaders, AryahLittle, Hamilton Rockemer, Ryan Rach and Emily Gillardwent to University of Southern Queensland in Hervey Bayfor a leadership conference. Joined with other studentleaders from schools around Hervey Bay andMaryborough. Students were required to get into groupswith those from other schools to discuss what makes agood student leader and things we could do to improve theleadership in our school. It was a good experience for all ofus, getting together with people from other schools andlistening and sharing ideas about leadership.As enthusiastic and committed senior leaders, we arehoping to make a difference at Riverside in 2011!Emily Gillard.2010 YEAR BOOKHamilton RockemerAVAILABLE NOW FROMRECEPTION $20 ea2011—year of the RiSe CoDeStaff & News10PRIZES -iTunes voucher($100, $50, $20)YEARS 6 TO 12, it’s time to put your hand up for the RiSe CoDe.The Riverside digital photo competition is now on.All students are invited to submit original images of our life togetherat Riverside Christian College. Entry forms available at Reception.Competition closes Thursday 26th May, 2011.Right choices Service Compassion Dedication

Monday2nd MayThursday3-5th MayTuesday10th MayFriday13th MayMonday16th MayThursday19th MayThursday19th MayFriday20th MayThursday26th MayFriday27th MayMonday30th MayTuesday31st MayThursday 2ndFriday 3rd JuneCALENDAR OF EVENTSTERM 1 EVENTSAll College Public Holiday—May Day Off CampusBy Appointment Parent/Teacher Interviews On CampusYear 8 Gideon Bibles presentation On CampusAll College Free Dress Day—As Movie Characters On Campus (Gold coin)Year 8 & 10 Vaccinations On CampusJunior Councillors Meeting Off CampusAll FamiliesAll CollegeArts ExtravaganzaAthletics Carnival5:00pmThe RiversideEntertainment CentreAll College Pupil Free Day Off CampusAll College Fraser Coast Regional Show Day Off CampusYears 8—10 Arts Excursion Off CampusALL COLLEGE PHOTO DAY ON CAMPUSEquine Students Equine Camp Off CampusA record number of students, for Riverside, marched in this year’s AnzacDay march through the streets of Maryborough. It was encouraging tosee so many of our Junior College students attending, showing such aninterest in the Anzac tradition. It shows that the up and cominggeneration will not forget the sacrifice that Australian men and womenhave made in order to make our world a more peaceful and safeplace in which to live. Thank you to the manystudents, parents and teachers whotook part.Calendarof Events11

COMMUNITY NOTICESRELAY for LIFE—Maryborough ShowgroundsSat 16th‐Sun 17th JULY Theme "SCHOOL DAZE"Start 2pm with Survivors Lap followed by Primary School MiniMarathon(2hrs) til 4pmEntertainment/games/Maryborough Sprint Relay(most laps) 7‐9pm(2hrs only)/Karaoke/Zumbawww.relayforlife.org.auMother’s Day ConcertSunday 8th MayCity Hall2pmFeaturing:Louise ParkerMaryborough Youth ChoirTracy WrightCleone McRober t s Academy of DanceFr aser Coast Calist enicsToni Robinson Dancersand many mor e wonderful local ar tists.Mini Cent SaleTickets:$8 (Adults)$6 (Concession)$3 (Children under 12)Afternoon Tea AvailableHelp to send Louise and Tracy to the“World Performing Arts Championships”in Hollywood!'Jazz at Twilight'The Maryborough Arts Council presents 'Jazz atTwilight'When: Sunday 22nd, May 2011Time: 3.30pm - 6.30pmVenue: Gatakers Artspace - 311 Kent Street,MaryboroughDirect from Melbourne - The Elly Hoyt Trio.Tickets available from Janet's Art Booksby phoning Janet on (07) 4123 1117Paddle Out for WhalesJoin us on Saturday 25th June 2011 to makewaves for whales and create the biggestpaddle out.Where: Aquavue Cafeand Watersports HerveyBayWhen: Saturday 25thJune 2011Time: 3.00pmPIZZA & MOVIE NIGHT—13 MAY6pm at Lighthouse Christian Church,Main Street & Forestry Road, BauplePhone 0448 870 222 or 41 292 787GOLD COIN DONATIONSeparate movie catering for both upper and lowerprimary, as well as an M‐rated movie ...Forever Strong for the older generations.BAREFOOT BOWLS—6TH MAY6pm at Doonvilla Bowls Club, Lennox Street, M’bro.$10 per head, includes sausage sizzle, and raffle.In aid of Dianne Mathews—Fraser Coast Show RuralAmbassador Entrant.Phone 4129 7073 for further info.Rhee Tae Kwon‐DoFree Trial Lessons call4124 7835 or 0404 747 413CommunityNotices12