College Notices

On this page:  Debating, Public Speaking and Writing Competitions  |  South Plympton Campus Kiss n Go Zones and Road Etiquette Information Update  |  From the Director of Teaching and Learning 7-12  |  Emmaus Sports Programs 2025  |

Debating, Public Speaking and Writing Competitions

Emmaus has atradition of involvement and success in public speaking and debating. Last year, two of our debating teams made it to the finals, and we are excited to build on this success!

If your child enjoys debating, persuasive writing, or public speaking or linguistics (languages), we encourage them to express interest in these exciting extracurricular opportunities.

Debating – Express your interest now!

Does your child love forming arguments, thinking critically, and debating big ideas? Debating is a fantastic way to build confidence, teamwork, and persuasive skills, with coaching provided to support student growth.

📅 Training: Once a week

📅 Competitions: Every three weeks, starting Term 2

📍 Commitment: Students must attend training and be available for competitions

🔗 More about the competition: Debating SA

Note: This is NOT a registration—students will go through a selection process.)

Writing Competitions – Get published!

If your child has a passion for writing, they can enter various creative and persuasive writing competitions throughout the year. These provide a great opportunity to refine their craft and potentially have their work published!

✍️ Explore writing competitions here: Write the World

📩 To discuss upcoming opportunities, reach out via email (see below).

Public Speaking – Compete & grow your confidence!

Encourage your child to develop their speaking skills and confidence in real-world competitions. Support and coaching will be provided to help students succeed.

🎤 Competitions include:

• Rostrum Voice of Youth (SA/NT)
• IPSHA Junior Orator (later in the year)

📩 To express interest or learn more, email extendedlearningsp@emmauscc.sa.edu.au.

Bebras Computational Thinking Challenge 

The Bebras Challenge, run by the Australian Mathematics Trust (AMT), is a problem-solving competition designed to develop students' computational thinking and logic skills in a fun and engaging way. 

The competition consists of a series of challenges that encourage creativity and problem-solving, with no prior coding experience required.

📍 Commitment: Two rounds (participation for each round  takes place during school hours)

💰 Cost: A small entry fee applies

📢 Please sign up via the attached link 

More details, including registration, will be sent to parents closer to the competition date.

🔗 More about the competition: Bebras Challenge – AMT

OzCLO – The Australian Computational and Linguistics Olympiad (Secondary students only)

Does your child enjoy logic puzzles, problem-solving, and language patterns? OzCLO is a unique competition where students work in teams to decode languages and solve linguistics-based challenges—no prior language experience required!

📅 Competition: Held in Term 1

📍 Commitment: No ongoing training, just a single-day competition

🔗 More about the competition: OzCLO

📝 Students can register via SEQTA notices.

More competitions coming soon!

Throughout the year, we will keep you and your child informed about new competitions to be involved with.

Encourage your child to step outside their comfort zone, gain valuable skills, and have fun!

📩 For inquiries, contact us at: extendedlearningsp@emmauscc.sa.edu.au

Nick Rodda and David Chu

Extended Learning Key Teachers

South Plympton Campus Kiss n Go Zones and road etiquette information update

In late 2024, the Council created a second ‘Kiss n Go’ zone and extended the Lynton Ave zone. These are 2-minute zones designed for quick pick-up and drop-off, with the expectation that vehicles move off once your child has been picked up or dropped off. Please do not park and wait in these zones. If your child is not ready, kindly drive around the block.

Kiss n Go Zone times:

• 8.00am - 9.00am
• 3.00pm- 4.00pm

Kiss n Go Zone locations:

• Lynton Ave Zone: From the corner of Lynton Ave and Wheaton Street, extending to the Bus Zone (past the EPAC gates).
• Wheaton St Zone: From the College driveway, extending to the corner of Wheaton St and Lynton Ave. This zone is for all families to use.

Kiss n Go guidelines:

• Move up as far as you can when pulling into these zones.
• Stay in your vehicle at all times within the zone.
• Encourage your child to walk to the Wheaton St zone if possible.
• Staff are present to assist with student care and help keep the traffic moving during the 2-minute time period.

Important traffic etiquette:

• Do not park across driveways—even partially— and avoid leaving your vehicle idle while waiting for your child. 
• Do not park within 10 metres of the pedestrian crossing on Lynton Ave (indicated by bold white/yellow lines).
• Refrain from parking on yellow lines or in restricted areas
• Be courteous and considerate to our neighbours.
• Observe all street signage, including the Disabled Parking area on Lynton Ave.

Safety Reminders:

• Always use designated crossing points and pedestrian crossings.
• Please do not cross at the T-intersection of Lynton Ave and Castle St to access the EPAC gates—there have been several near-misses. A teacher is stationed to guide pedestrians to the designated crossing.

Council infringements:

• Please note that the Council may issue infringement notices for any violations of parking or road rules, and the College is unable to waive these notices.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in ensuring a smooth, safe environment for all students, families, and neighbours. Please find the Keep Kids Safe document from the City of Marion below.

Thank you

Matt Shilling

Stakeholder Liaison Officer

Emmaus Sports Programs 2025

(Message from Fiona Hunter reiterated from the last edition)

Curriculum

Due to the exciting redevelopment of our facilities, including upgrades to our courts and soccer field, most Year 7–12 PE lessons will take place off-site throughout the year. While these changes are temporary, they will ultimately enhance the sports experience for all our students.

Please be mindful of the off-site scheduling when booking appointments, such as music lessons, dentist visits, or doctor consultations, to ensure students can fully participate in their lessons.

Sports Programs and Timetable

We are thrilled to offer a variety of extracurricular programs across different year levels in 2025. Each sport will extend over one term if it is part of an external competition.

To register for the Year 1-3 Introduction Programs, Year 4-6 Competitions, or Year 6-12 Friday Sport sessions, please Register via the Google Form here  

Timetable Overview F-12  Sport that is run by Emmaus Christian College Staff and Students:

Introduction Programs Year 1-3 and Year 4-6 Competitions 

(Netball, Basketball, Soccer) 

Each of the Year 1-3 Introduction Programs will include a 30-minute training session of skill development followed by 30-minutes of game play. Games will be coached and umpired by students as part of their ongoing community involvement.   

Friday Sport Sessions Year 6-12 

Friday afternoon sport sessions will be a relaxed, “come-and-play” session, encouraging Year 6-12 students to participate in a fun and social environment.

Emmaus Club Basketball (Emmaus Eagles) – Year 4 to Old Scholars

Domestic / Social Basketball through the SA Church Basketball Association (SACBA) - Saturday Afternoons at local venues throughout the terms only. Ideally, students from Year 4 upwards. The team must be supported by parents as coaches and team managers, or teams will not proceed. There Winter and Summer Programs available so please clearly indicate season preferences. 

Please register via the Google Form 

Senior School Years 7-12 Development Programs 

Additionally, we are introducing the following Senior School (Year 7-12) development programs being run weekly over Terms 2 & 3. Each program will accommodate up to 30 students with two coaches.  The skills development and gameplay will run before school from 7.15 am to 8.15am 

Teams formed through these programs will participate in knockout tournaments, carnivals, friendly games and potentially SACSA competitions. Please click on links below for extra information, costing and a sign-up to trial.

Strength Training - Gym Program  

To further support our Senior students, Mr Max Dal Santo, (Junior School teacher) will lead a Gym Program before school on Tuesday mornings. This program is open to Maximum of 10 students from Years 10–12, it promises a valuable addition to our sports offerings. 

Click here for more information and to register for Strength Training 

Extra-Curricular Tennis 

Head Start Sport - External Additional Option

All Tennis enquiries and bookings for positions within the Tennis Program should be directed to Head Start Sport. Head Start Sport are partnering with Emmaus utilising the Emmaus School Courts at Brooklyn Park Campus. Please note there are limited positions so book early.

Email: play@headstartsport.com.au 

Call: 0407 833 850 

Web Information: www.headstartsport.com.au

Rijken Cup and SACSA Sports (Inter School Representative Program) 

We are strong competitors in the SACSA sporting competitions and have a proud history of commendable results in: Athletics, Basketball, Cross Country, Netball, Table Tennis, Badminton, Soccer and Volleyball. Students can trial to participate in these events and will be notified of their inclusion so they can attend training sessions and carnival day.

Looking ahead

We are eager to see how these developments enrich the sports program at Emmaus Christian College. Though the temporary building works will require some adjustments and changes to our structure, the long-term improvements to our facilities will benefit students for many years to come.

Financial obligations

Participation in any of these Extra-Curricular sports opportunities will incur a fee of $100 per Term. Please note that Emmaus Club Basketball and All Development Programs run over 2 Terms and will require upfront payment for both terms. 

The non-refundable sporting fee will be added to your FACTS payment plan by our Finance team. If your school fees have been paid in full, a single direct debit will be scheduled to occur via FACTS. These will be lodged for payment no later than the second week of each term. Alternatively, the sporting fee can be paid via EFTPOS at Student Services. Please contact our Finance team, finance@emmauscc.sa.edu.au if you chose to pay via Student Services.

Thank you for your support as we embark on this exciting journey together. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Warm Regards,

Fiona Hunter

Sports Program Coordinator and Key Curriculum Teacher for Years 7–12