Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. – Helen Keller
St Peters continually focuses on growing an inclusive, caring and connected community that embraces our students, staff, families and Old Scholars – a “Connected Community”. We want to make sure that each of these groups feels engaged in and can contribute to a St Peters Education and College life through meaningful partnerships and respectful relationships.
For our students and staff, connection and belonging come through our mentoring systems across year levels, House competitions, year level activities, collaborative activities in pastoral care lessons, service learning activities, restorative practices, excursions, camps, and through Sport on campus and across the wider College. Recently, our Year 10 students held a Cultural Meal Sharing Morning Tea. It was a privilege to hear about and taste the recipes our students had cooked up, dishes from across the world. It was amazing to see our students connecting around the rich cultural diversity that is present at our great College. One of our relief teachers brought dishes along from her home country too. That truly speaks to the connected culture here at St Peters Springfield!
For our families, it is a true pleasure to see so many parents invested in their children’s education at Parent/Teacher Conferences and Information sessions, at the P&F Primary Years Disco and other P&F events, at our Book Week Parade, at our Father’s Day Breakfast and Chapel recently and at Private Tuition recitals and other exhibitions. We encourage you to keep connecting through talking to our friendly staff about your child’s education, by volunteering and by coming along to events.
Our second graduating class of St Peters Springfield, the Class of 2013, is currently organising its reunion for October. The Class of 2013 was comprised of 13 students – it was a tiny year level that occurred as a result of the introduction of Prep. The College looks forward to catching up with our Old Scholars and to seeing how we can further connect them with our current community. It has been a pleasure to welcome some Old Scholars who attended the Indooroopilly campus, onto our staff this past year. Miss Saffery and Chaplain Ben now proudly wear their golden lanyards, a symbol of their continued St Peters journey. We are thankful for the contributions they make to our community each day. Who else can you spot on campus wearing a golden lanyard? There are a few Old Scholars now!
Of course, St Peters Springfield also connects with its wider community. Our students have been actively involved this past week in the Greater Springfield Learning Coalition’s 2023 Festival of Learning. Several of our students sang and were featured in the video clip, “New Life,” which was played at the Official Opening of the Festival on Friday 1 September. Furthermore, our students have had the benefit of attending various activities together with students from other Springfield schools this week; these have included: a Hip Hop Dancing workshop, Circus workshop by CIRCA, Minecraft Challenges, Indigenous Cultural Workshops at Hymba Yumba, Brisbane Lions Experience at the stadium, Cricket Queensland Experience, Mater Hospital Experience, Rising Stars: A Musical Showcase and a live reading of “Little Ash” by Ash Barty herself. Our school has provided Origami and eSports workshops and many friends from local schools have joined us onsite to gain some skills and connect with each other.
We are proud that 5 out of the 11 students across Primary and Secondary Years shortlisted for the Maha Sinnathamby Ideas and Imagination Award are St Peters Springfield students. I had the great pleasure of watching our students pitch their ideas to create the Springfield of the future around the key pillars of Sustainability, Health and Wellbeing, Smart Economy and Innovation. Well done to: Venba R (Year 1), Aditi B (Year 1), Aroosha J (Year 4), Avyukt C (Year 5) and Tejas B (Year 7). A special congratulations to Aditi who was the Winner in the Lower Primary category, to Aroosha who was Runner Up in the Upper Primary Category and to Tejas, who was the Runner Up in the Secondary category.
It is important that we keep building connections across our students, staff, families and Old Scholars, and across our Springfield community also. By working together as a “Connected Community”, we can harness the diversity and richness of our knowledge, skills and backgrounds and together we can do so much.
Natalie Houston Principal
What's On
6 - 15 september
6-8 September - Year 11 Exam Block
6-8 September – Year 12 Mock Exam Block
6-8 September - Year 6 Canberra Tour
7 September - Shoe Lace tying workshop – Year 1
11 September - Kindy to Year 3 Inter House Athletics Carnival
12 September - Semester 2 Sports Photos at Indooroopilly
13 September - Secondary Years Arts Showcase Evening (JHP 5:00pm for 5:30pm start)
14 September - Term 3 Concludes
14 September - QGSSSA Track & Field Championships
14 September - RUOK Day
15 September – Student Free Day
September Vacation Care Booking
Ministry
The Journey Together
Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good…Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly; do not claim to be wiser than you are…Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. (Romans 12:9-21, selected verse)Read Romans 12:9-21 on biblegateway.com
When I work with students as they travel on their faith journey, I tend to invite them to respond to the prompt: “This I Believe”. I stress to them that they are not affirming that they understand and own everything about their faith for now and forever. Indeed, we often find that people who think they have all the answers can be kind of scary and somewhat stubborn in their knowingness. Rather, when we see and understand faith as a lifelong journey we learn and grow and discover that there is so much more to life, much more to our actions and how we live in community.
This is the perspective in which I hear Paul’s words to the Romans. They are a description and an invitation to Christian community. This is who we strive to be as a community based on Lutheran teachings. Living in a community is not always easy, and it certainly helps when we can follow St Paul’s words of advice. But of course, being human, things will go wrong and harmony can be lost. This is where it helps to realise that we are on a journey of restoration as well. This is a journey where we can weep with those who weep as we carry them in their grief. This is a journey where we can discover how to overcome evil that is done with the support of a God who is good.
Kirstin Munchenberg Chaplain
Arise Lutheran Community Church
Arise is a Lutheran community that meets at St Peters, Springfield. It’s a place where you can come to know God’s love through Jesus, and find light and hope for your life, and connect with other families from St Peters and the wider community.
In our service you will hear God’s word, sing, pray and share in Holy Communion if you want to. There’s a message for the kids too.
The Indooroopilly P&F have just launched Supporters Gear for parents and caregivers in the form of Polo Shirts (Mens and Womens) and Caps. These are also available for purchase by Springfield parents. Orders can be placed via the following order form and payment processed via the Online Payment Portal. In terms of delivery, once a week, orders will be collated and sent to Springfield reception where they can be collected by parents.
On Wednesday Week 8, four Year 6 students attended Parliament House as guests of Charis Mullen MP for the Leaders Tour and Lunch. The Year 6 students who attended were, Mihika R, Ethan N, Ruby W and Gritik B. Our students were given a tour of the Chambers of Parliament, including sitting in the Members’ Chairs and asking questions. They were able to explore the Reading Library where Members of Parliament read and discuss legislation. Finally, students got to share lunch with other invited guests on the balcony overlooking ‘Protesters Court’. This is where groups of people can come and peacefully protest matters of interest, and sometimes Members of Parliament will go down and listen to the protesters to gain different perspectives on issues affecting the community.
The Year 6 students would like to thank Ms Mullen MP for her hospitality and the school for giving our students the opportunity to attend such a marvellous event.
Ms Peterson 6T PC Teacher
Secondary Years
Seeing-eye Dog fundraiser
Last week Year 7 students were able to present a cheque to Courtney from Vision Australia for the money they raised during our coin drop in term 2. Courtney said that the $2200.50 was greatly appreciated and that the funds would go towards training a seeing-eye dog.
Stephanie Wise
Performing Arts
Performing Arts News
Did you know the benefits of involvement in Co-curricular activities include; nurturing diverse interests and talents as well as improved academic performance.
Festival of Learning
Thanks to Penina J who will represent us at the Rising Stars – A Musical Showcase this Friday night, 8th September at Woodcrest State Secondary College. We wish her well and look forward to sharing and celebrating her experience in next week’s newsletter.
Assembly Performance
Congratulations to Dolce Voce who performed at the Upper Primary Assembly last Wednesday. Thanks to Mrs Schmeider for her work with this ensemble and we look forward to celebrating their talent at future Assemblies and events.
Staff Changes
At the end of this term, we will be sad to farewell Ms Bridget Lloyd-Morgan who has worked in the Private Tuition Program with several Speech and Drama students. We wish her well as she embarks on exciting career opportunities and will be in contact with parents once an appointment has been made in relation to lesson commencement in Term 4.
State Honours Ensemble Program
Congratulations to Joshua G-S and Seo-Jun K who have been selected to participate at SHEP which will be held at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music during the last weekend of September school holidays.
New Music Ensemble Term 4
As part of expanding our product offering here on the Springfield Campus, we are inviting any students who have been learning either internally or externally flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone or percussion for 12 months or more and are still currently having instrumental music lessons to please contact Mrs Campbell via email g.p.campbell@stpeters.qld.edu.au as we would like to commence a Woodwind Ensemble, Week 2 Term 4 during lunch break on Thursdays with Ms Kalkaus.
Dance Troupe Rehearsals
Please note the following rehearsal & performance times and reminders:
TERM 3 REHEARSALS:
Monday, Week 10
3:00pm - 3:30pm – Everyone finishes at 3:30pm
TERM 4 REHEARSALS
Monday, Week 1
No rehearsals (public holiday)
Monday, Week 2
3:00pm - 3:30pm – Everyone finishes at 3:30pm
Monday, Week 3
3:00pm - 3:30pm – Everyone finishes at 3:30pm
Last rehearsal for Recreation Troupe for 2023
Monday, Week 4
3:00pm - 3:30pm – Performers only
Monday, Week 5
3:00pm - 3:30pm – Performers only
Monday, Week 6
3:00pm - 3:30pm – Performers only
Thursday, Week 6 – 16th November 2023
Performers only
Presentation Night Rehearsals at Indooroopilly during the school day – wait for further information from Mr Piacun.
Presentation Night Performance at Indooroopilly in the evening – more information to come from Mr Langlands and Mr Piacun.
Save the Date
Twilight Group Tours will be held on Wednesday 18 October and Platinum and Burgundy Band as well as Cantabile Strings and Allegro Strings will perform.
The Performing Arts Showcase Concert has been scheduled for Tuesday 24 October 7:00pm - 8:30pm in the JHP. Further details to come once the program has been arranged.
Geraldine Campbell Performing Arts Co-ordinator
Sport
AIC Boys Sport
“Never say never because limits, like fears, are often just an illusion.” – Michael Jordan
As we move into the last round of AIC Basketball and Tennis, St Peters will verse Villanova College this coming weekend. On the back of another great win, our First V Basketball are ready and well prepared to take on Villanova away at Villanova College. With many of our Tennis teams playing for undefeated status, this Saturday will prove to be an important and challenging round. Both First Tennis and Basketball are vying for premierships this Saturday so we wish them all the best as they chase this success.
This coming Saturday, all St Peters boys’ Basketball and Tennis teams will verse Villanova College in Round 7 of AIC Term 3 sport. Our junior teams will play ‘Home’ in both Basketball and Tennis whilst our senior teams will play ‘Away’ at Villanova College venues.
We request all boys playing Basketball or Tennis for St Peters to please check the St Peters App for this weekend’s times and venues
For the Round 7 Basketball Draw vs Villanova College CLICK HERE For the Round 7 Tennis Draw vs Villanova College CLICK HERE
The third of our AIC Track & Field Lead Up meets is scheduled for this Thursday 7 September at the State Athletics Facility (SAF), Nathan. It is a great opportunity for all boys in Years 7 to 12 to compete with their mates and enjoy some great fun whilst running, jumping or throwing. We encourage all students who wish to improve their fitness, speed and strength to get involved in St Peters Track & Field in 2023.
The AIC Track & Field Championships will be held in Week 1 of Term 4. We strongly encourage all Years 7 to 12 boys to get involved and attend any of the track & field training sessions that they can as well as attending these AIC Lead Up Meets.
For Thursday’s AIC Track & Field Schedule of Events CLICK HERE.
Congratulations on Great Success on the National Stage
Congratulations to both Cooper R and Kye V B in Year 12 who this week trialled with for the U19 Australian Basketball team. With only 15 players selected to trial for this team, it was an amazing opportunity for both boys. Congratulations to Cooper who was successful in his trial and will now represent Australia at the FIBA Oceania Championships in Papua New Guinea.
While Kye missed out on selection, he came away from the trials learning more about the game and was grateful for the opportunity. Well done to both boys!
We also congratulate Xavier M in Year 7 who recently represented Queensland at the National Cross Country Championships in Canberra. Xavier ran a fantastic race in a very strong field of runners. Xavier has been a standout across the Boys AIC Cross Country and Middle Distance program this year and we look forward to more success at the upcoming AIC Track and Field Championships. Well done Xavier!
Also achieving some sensational results in the pool were Tom B in Year 7, Kasey G in Year 8 and Lucas W in Year 9. All boys did a fantastic job throughout the week of swimming in Sydney. Tom came away with a Silver medal in the 200m Individual Medley which is a fantastic result. Tom, Kasey and Lucas also had top 10 placings across a range of events throughout the meet.
Congratulations boys on an amazing result at the 2023 National Schools Swimming Championships. Well done!
St Peters Track & Field Lead Up Meets
St Peters Track & Field training is now underway. We are extremely excited for the 2022 AIC Track & Field season, and we are sure it will not disappoint.
Our 2022 AIC Lead Up Meets for Track & Field are on the following days, please mark these dates off in your calendar:
AIC T&F Lead Up Meet 3 – Thursday 7 September at SAF, Nathan (4:00pm to 7:30pm)
AIC T&F Lead Up Meet 4 – Wednesday 13 September at SAF, Nathan (4:00pm to 7:30pm)
AIC T&F Championships – Thursday 5 October and Friday 6 October at SAF, Nathan
For further information about training and upcoming AIC Track & Field meets, please refer to the St Peters App.
2024 Sport Sign on
As our boys look to complete the Basketball and Tennis seasons in Term 3, we look forward to Term 4 opportunities for our boys to begin preseason training for Cricket, Volleyball and Australian Rules.
Boys can also represent the College in Water Polo in Term 4.
Please see below for each sport and links to Sign On and Preseason Training Schedule:
Preseason training for AIC Volleyball in Term 1 2024
If you have any questions regarding the information above please contact the Coordinator in the first instance. All training schedules will be available on the St Peters app.
Dress Standards at AIC Sporting Fixtures
An important reminder to all students about our College’s expectations regarding correct dress standards at AIC fixture games for both players and student spectators:
All students playing Basketball and Tennis must be dressed in the correct playing attire (including socks). If the weather is cool, only the St Peters Track Top and Track Pants are to be worn.
Footwear – joggers are to be worn at all times by those students participating in AIC sport. No open footwear (eg. Slides or thongs etc) is to be worn at any time.
All student spectators are to be dressed in St Peters winter formal uniform. Students who have played earlier in the day can be dressed in the sports uniform to support. Students attending AIC games who are not dressed in the correct St Peters attire will be asked to leave.
Term 3 Coordinator Contact Details
The below named Coordinators have already been communicating via email with all boys who have signed on and who have been attending training. We do ask that all boys please open and read these informational emails that pertain to their chosen sport for Term 3.
Our AIC Term 3 Boys Sport Coordinators for 2023 are:
With regards to wet weather and any unforeseen or potential cancellations of AIC sports, please ensure that you keep an eye out for notifications and alerts via the St Peters App.
QGSSSA Girls Sport
WINTER FIXTURES - NETBALL, VOLLEYBALL, HOCKEY & TENNIS
One round to go!
Round 9: Saturday 9 September v St Hilda’s (Home). Please note, St Hilda’s do not have any Hockey teams.
Round 8 was another great round of sport for our girls. Our Tennis, Hockey, Netball and Volleyball teams enjoyed the trip to Ipswich to take on Ipswich Girls Grammar School with some really pleasing results.
Round 9 this Saturday we take on St Hilda’s at our home venues and we are looking forward to the challenge. All the best to our Year 12 girls who will be playing their last games for St Peters in their chosen sports.
‘Focus Round’ this week is for our Volleyball girls; this also double up as ‘Orange Round’. What a wonderful way to end the 2023 season. There will be a bake sale and sausage sizzle with all proceeds going to the Leukaemia Foundation.
Round 8 saw us venture down the freeway to take on the girls from Ipswich Girls' Grammar School, and it was an early start for the teams playing in Round 1.
The 7A team faced a tough challenge as they went up against the undefeated IGGS team. Despite a lot of improvement across the season, the 7A team couldn't cause an upset, highlighting the strength of the IGGS 7A team.
Both the other Year 7 teams, 7B and 7C delivered impressive performances, securing comfortable wins. Their determination and teamwork were evident on the court, marking a successful day for these junior teams.
The 8A team made a strong comeback, getting back into the winners' circle with a solid victory. Their perseverance and skills were on full display, resulting in an exciting win.
Both the 8B and 9B teams, playing their last official games for the season, finishing with great wins. These victories provided a great end to their season and showcased the growth and improvement of these teams throughout the season.
The 9A team, also in their final official game of the season, secured an impressive win. Their season has been a solid one, having lost only one game. This result was a great performance and a fitting end by the 9A team.
The Senior C1 team, fielding a full line-up, cruised to an easy victory. Their teamwork and coordination were evident as they dominated their opponents.
After putting up a good fight, the Senior B team experienced their first loss of the season. It was a tough matchup, but this loss still sees them sitting equal on top of the ladder.
The Senior A team continued their unbeaten streak, showcasing their dominance on the court. Their impressive performance this season continuing from last season sees them on top of the ladder with one game to go.
The Open team faced a challenging match with limited preparation due to illness and absences. Despite a closely fought game, they narrowly went down by three goals.
Back on our home courts, the 10B2 team took on Somerville House and snuck home by one in a very tight game. The Senior C2 team put up a good fight but went down. Coach Ben said after a slow start, the last three quarters were goal for goal.
With one round to go in the QGSSSA Netball 2023 Season, we look forward to welcoming St Hilda’s on Saturday and then celebrating a great season at the breakup next Monday afternoon.
Congratulations to our Round 8 Award Winners - ‘Awarded to the girls who gave the most energy and encouragement!’
Round 9 Draw v St Hilda’s: Saturday 9 September – Please CLICK HERE
The Boys and Girls States crews are in their final week of training prior to the Queensland Schools State Championship Regatta from Saturday 16 September to Monday 18 September in Bundaberg. St Peters crews will compete in a variety of boat classes (1x, 2x, 4x+, 4+ and 8+) across Years 8, 9, 10 and Open age groups. We will also enter a Mixed 8+ to race the regatta opening 500M sprint on Friday 15/9.
Congratulations to the following St Peters rowers who have been selected to compete in Met West Inter-Regional crews:
Girls U17 Quad – Poppy Y
Girls Open Quad – Robyn M, Jess M
Boys U17 Quad – Flynn G, Sam M, Josh W
Learn to Row for aspiring rowers in Years 7, 8 and 9 will run for five weeks in Term 4. Students will sign up for two sessions a week starting Tuesday 10 October and finishing on Saturday 11 November. Students will choose one weekday session on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from 3:30pm - 6:00pm and one Saturday session 7:30am - 10.00am or 10.00am - 12:30pm each week.
Their weekday sessions in Week 1 will take place at the Indooroopilly Ergo gym 3:30pm - 5.00pm where they will learn the basics of rowing technique on the Concept2 ergometers and the swingulator. All sessions from Saturday 14 October will be held at the Toowong Rowing Club, St Lucia where students will learn their way around a racing shell, basic rigging and tools used in rowing, the role of the coxswain, important calls and rowing language and Brisbane River safety. They will row for up to 90 minutes each session practicing their rowing technique and boat handling skills. In addition to our experienced coaching staff, many of the Girl's and Boy’s sheds from 2023 will be on hand to welcome them to the sport and share their war stories.
With less than a week to go, we look forward to seeing all girls attend the final QGSSSA Track & Field meet this Friday night at QSAC. All girls aspiring to make the QGSSSA Track & Field team should be at the final compulsory meet. Please check emails for sign on details. We expect to see all girls at training over the next week to fine tune preparations for next Thursday.
Details for the QGSSSA Track & Field Championship will be emailed to selected girls next week once final team selections have been made. It is important that all girls check emails carefully, so they have all relevant information. If you have any questions, please contact Mr Lohe.
QGSSSA Track & Field Championships – Thursday 14 September, 1 week to go!
TERM 4 SPORTS
Reminder - Girls must complete their commitments to their in-season sports, these take priority over pre-season sports. If the girls choose more than one sport, communication is the key, please advise the respective sport coordinator at the start of the season.
After an amazing introduction to the QGSSSA over the last two years, the QGSSSA Junior Australian Rules Competition Days will be held on the following days.
Competition Days
Round 1 - Saturday 21 October Round 2 - Saturday 28 October Round 3 - Saturday 4 November Round 4 - Saturday 11 November Round 5 – Saturday 18 November
MATCH CONDITIONS SUMMARY
12 a side on field and 6 interchange players
Half field ground size
15-minute halves, 5-minute break
Modified tackling, bumping permitted
Bouncing the ball (two max)
No kicking off the ground unless accidental
Mouth guards are compulsory
All details regarding trials/training have been emailed to the girls who have signed on and the Term 3 schedule can be found on the St Peters App.
Training will commence after the holidays in Week 1 of Term 4 - further details to follow.
The 2023 – 2024 BWPI Water Polo Season trials have commenced, details have been emailed to all girls who have signed on and the Term 3 trials schedule can be found on the St Peters App.
It is important for team selections that all girls attend all training sessions/trials.
Year 5 (born in 2012 only) and Year 6 girls are invited to trial, please check for an email from Mrs Champion.
A few key points to consider before signing on to Water Polo
The season runs for Term 4 2023 and Term 1 2024 – the commitment is for both terms
Training sessions are held in the 50m pool in the evenings.
There is a fee associated to playing Water Polo for St Peters – further details to follow
SOFTBALL
There has been changes to the QGSSSA Softball competition, all Softball will be played in Term 1, 2024.
Sign on and details of the Term 4 pre-season training sessions/trials will be emailed early in Term 4.
A big well done to our Years 7 – 10 team who travelled to Northside Indoor Basketball Stadium last Thursday to represent St Peters at the CBSQ Junior Secondary Wildcard Challenge. With late changes to the draw, our team got the two wins required to finish top of Pool D to progress to the Junior Secondary Tournament that will be held down the Gold Coast on Thursday 12 – Sunday 15 October. Well done girls and thank you to Mr Allen-Ankins for coaching the team.
TOUCH ALL SCHOOLS
To continue building the Touch Program, St Peters will be entering an U13, U15 and U18 teams into the All Schools Touch Competition to be held in Term 4 down the Gold Coast.
This exciting opportunity will give many of our girls the opportunity to continue to develop their Touch game.
Details have been emailed to the girls invited to play; any questions please contact Miss Laura Buckby –l.buckby@stpeters.qld.edu.au
COMMUNITY RUN CLUB
Community Run Club continues all year round - Join our Running Community on Friday mornings, meet at 6:30am at the St Peters Bus Stop. It is a wonderful way to improve your fitness and meet other members of the community.
When attending/watching any other St Peters sporting fixtures, girls are asked to ensure they are wearing their St Peters Formal uniform or if they are playing, their St Peters playing uniform is allowed. PE Uniform or casual clothing is not allowed.
WET WEATHER SPORT CANCELLATIONS
Please keep an eye on the St Peters App for cancellations. We will endeavour to do this by 1:30pm for afternoon training sessions and 5:30am for morning training sessions. Updates for game days will also be provided, students will also receive an email.
Anne-Marie Champion Girls Sport Coordinator
St Peters APP
Please download the St Peters ‘app’ today!!
All information regarding the St Peters Lutheran College Sport program including sport training times and venues, draws, coordinator details and wet weather arrangements can be found on the St Peters App.
*Please ensure that you update your preferences in the Settings> Subscriptions section of the app so that you only receive information from your appointed Campus or area of interest that are relevant to your family e.g. Springfield or Sports.
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