All subjects are Board of Studies endorsed and consistent with the NSW Board of Studies curriculum.
TVET - A Selection of 25 subject options is available on request. DISTANCE EDUCATION - A varied selection of OTEN subject options is available on request.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES/STUDIES OF RELIGION As a school with a Christian emphasis, Religious Studies is a compulsory subject throughout a student’s education at Border Christian College. Our religious studies curriculum has been developed by our school system (Adventist Schools Australia) and endorsed by the Board of Studies. Year 11 &12 Studies of Religion is a Board of Studies developed course and all senior students are required to follow a pattern of study in this subject to a minimum of one unit. Border Christian College runs an extensive sports program throughout the year. A variety of sports activities (indoor and outdoor) is offered including; cricket, soccer, netball, basketball, AFL and tennis. Activities included during the year are: Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 *This program assists students learn physical, cognitive and social skills by forming a team and electing peers to perform the roles of referees, captains, coaches, and public relations officers. The teacher is the facilitator of a tribunal in which students can discuss the concerns and grievances about the days sporting activities. Students also have the opportunity to compete at the Border Independent Secondary Sports Association (BISSA) in athletics, swimming and cross country. If successful at this level, students are given the opportunity to compete at a state level in the Combined Independent Schools Sports Association (CIS). OUTDOOR EDUCATION Border Christian College is currently preparing to launch an outdoor education program. Students in Years 9 & 10 will be participating in a program that includes learning skills in abseiling, map and compass reading, hiking, camping and canoeing. At the end of their training, students will put their knowledge into action on an overnight hiking expedition. The Duke of Edinburgh Award is offered to students in Years 9 to 12. PERFORMING ARTS Students are introduced and encouraged to be involved in music and drama at the outset of their schooling at Border Christian College. Music is part of our daily worship, weekly chapel programs and school curriculum. Students in Years 7&8 attend a mandatory music class for three periods per fortnight. A music elective for Years 9-12 students is available but will only be offered based on student numbers. The College runs a Senior Choir (Years 5-12), who participate in public performance at various venues and events throughout the year. High School students are given the opportunity to participate in a major musical production every two years. A range of private music lessons is available during or after school by qualified music teachers. Brass, flute, piano, guitar and voice lessons are currently available. Access to IT technology in a well resourced computer classroom. New computers are purchased every three years to keep up with current trends in IT. Students in Year 7 & 8 participate in mandatory Technology classes. In Years 9-12 students may choose a variety of elective Information Technology subjects where there is an emphasis on real world scenarios and projects. LOTE (Languages Other Than English) All students from Grades 7 have exposure to the French language. This provides a cultural experience giving a broader view of their world, whereby students develop an understanding of, and an appreciation for, the country and the customs of the people, together with basic vocabulary and the confidence to use it in context with others. This part of our curriculum provides valuable enrichment to students, with many links to other subjects. CHAPEL High School Chapel is a time for students to enjoy fellowship and camaraderie through worship. Students sing, pray and listen to a variety of interesting topics from guest speakers from church ministries or the local community. It is also a time of information sharing about coming events and school happenings. Fortnightly students are involved in peer support programs. This program involves separating into small groups and participating in activities to develop cross grade relationships. EXCURSIONS Each year our each of our High School students enjoys a class excursion. Our current schedule of excursions includes a visit to Gipsland’s Delhuntie Adventure Park for Year 7; a trip to the Victorian Snowfields for our Year 8 class; and an Outdoor Education Camp for Years 9 and 10 in Victoria with a sister school. Our Year 11 & 12 students embark on a major excursion to Thailand on a biannual basis. This includes a sightseeing adventure combined with a community service component during the trip. STUDENT LEADERSHIP High School Captains are nominated by BCC students and staff, and the announcement of new student leaders is made during the Awards Night Ceremony at the end of the school year. The Captains lead out on Monday morning school assembly and represent the College at official occasions. Other positions of leadership include Student Representative Council (SRC) and House Captains. Student leaders are given the opportunity to attend the Annual National Young Leaders Day at the commencement of the new school year and a visit to the NSW Government House during the year. |
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BORDER CHRISTIAN COLLEGE - Independent, Co-ed, PK – 12 Seventh Day Adventist Schools (South NSW) Ltd. t/a Border Christian College |