I’m not sure who was more excited by the return of face to face learning this week – our students (getting to see their friends again), their parents (after two unexpected additional weeks of having their child/ren at home), our teaching staff (online learning is challenging) or the Head of College. Whoever it was, it was simply wonderful to be back on campus so that we could be community together. Having the fine young people of St Peters back on campus brings such energy, excitement and life to the College. 

I’m delighted to report that despite the altered operating environment that we are in due to the pandemic, our students have settled in quickly and smoothly, and there is a real sense of focus and purpose in the classrooms. I don’t take any of this for granted. Thank you to our dedicated staff for creating the environment to make this happen, and to you the parents of our students for your efforts in preparing your child/ren for school. As I have moved around the campus this week all this has reminded me of what a great learning community St Peters is. It’s a good place to be.

Tim Kotzur
Head of College

A new school year has begun and as St Peters students settle into their academic routine, many students are also looking forward to participating in the wealth of cocurricular activities on offer at the College. 

The College cocurricular program takes place before and after the school day, at lunch times and certain activities take place on the weekend. They compliment student learning in the classroom and support intellectual, emotional, social, creative, and physical development. Our cocurricular programs include however are not limited to: Music, Sport, Debating, Duke of Edinburgh, Future Problem Solving, Robotics and a range of Service groups.

We believe participation in co-curricular activities benefits in many ways.  I would like to focus today on five benefits of cocurricular activities:

1. Social Skills and Relationship Building: Students often participate in activities with a wide range of students often of different grades, which assists in the development of relationship skills and, in many cases, lasting friendships.
2. Time Management Skills: Students learn to manage their time effectively, prioritise many different and competing commitments, and be proactive and creative problem solvers. Often, the students most engaged in cocurricular activities also have the strongest time management skills.
3. Exploring a plethora of interests: Cocurricular activities offer such a wide range of possibilities for students wanting to develop and nurture various interests from athletic, photography, singing and beyond. This exposure increases comfort level to continue to explore different activities and interest.
4. Developing self-esteem: Not all students excel academically. Experiencing success or being recognised for a contribution to a cocurricular activity can greatly improve a student’s self-esteem. Often, this can have a positive impact on performance in the classroom.
5. Commitment: Participation in cocurricular activities requires students to make a longer-term commitment to something and see it through. Many students stay involved in the same activities year after year and can eventually take on a leadership role.

A strong and varied cocurricular program is an integral part of a St Peters Education.  The goal of our program is to provide a wide range of opportunities that challenge and appeal to our students. 

Once again, this year we are excited to offer a broad range of activities and encourage all students to be involved.

Here we are, back on campus, face to face, even masked up. An exciting buzz fills the air. Finally, we are able to connect in person, to meet and laugh, to teach and learn, together again! The excitement of many is met with the anxious thought by some about the risk to get infected and the virus being spread across the campus.

Many students who joined us for the first time are excited but also apprehensive; there is so much to learn, such a big campus to get around, so many people to get to know.

It very much reminded me of the story of Peter – whose name we bear – whom Jesus encouraged to leave the boat and come to him across the water. Peter does just fine - until he looks at the wind and gets frightened. Like us, excited about the new year and being together again, but anxious when we think what a spread of the virus among us might cause; not even talking about challenges in our own lives or our world. The moment Peter takes his eyes off the Lord, he loses his footings; he is overwhelmed by the storm, and drowns in his fear.

When Peter saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!”.  Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him.

Peter called out to the one who has been there all along! “Lord, save me!”.

And Jesus reaches out to him, holds on to him and brings him back on board. “You of little faith,” Jesus said, “why did you doubt?”

May God bless you in your moments of doubt or in those times of anxious thoughts, reminding you that he is there all along with you on your journey. May you know and trust that the one who caught Peter also holds on to you, that you can take off your eyes from all that worries you and continue with confidence; like those disciples who realised that Jesus was on board – and made it back to land safely.

At the height of World War II, Arno Poetzsch wrote the text for a hymn that summarises the Peter experience for us all:

You cannot fall lower than simply into the hand of God, that he has graciously extended for you to be safe and sound; We are surrounded by God, even here in space and time and will live and remain in him always.

Have a blessed week, knowing that you are held!

Award Blazer Pocket Embroidery – Senior School

Academic Awards

Senior School Gold and Silver Academic Award recipients– if you would like to have your pocket embroidered, please drop your freshly dry-cleaned blazer (dry cleaning tags still attached) to Mrs Burton at Senior School Reception before Friday 18 February. (Refer to email sent from Mrs Burton on 07/02/22.)  Blazers delivered after this date will not be accepted.

Cocurricular Awards

Senior School Gold and Silver Cocurricular Award recipients– if you would like to have your pocket embroidered, please drop your freshly dry-cleaned blazer (dry cleaning tags still attached) to Shop 45 with Letter of Authorisation before Friday 18 February.  Blazers delivered after this date will not be accepted.

Prefects

Student Prefects are to deliver the freshly dry-cleaned blazer to Mrs Burton at Senior School Reception before Friday 18 February.

Multiple Embroidery (Academic, Cocurricular Awards and/or Prefect position)

If you received a Gold or Silver Cocurricular Award and a Gold or Silver Academic Awards and/or Prefect Position, please drop your freshly dry-cleaned blazer (dry cleaning tags still attached) to Mrs Burton at Senior School Reception before Friday 18 February.

Award Blazer Pocket Embroidery – Junior High

Academic Awards

Junior High Gold and Silver Academic Award recipients – please collect your Letter of Authorisation from Junior High Reception (refer to email sent from Junior High 09/02/22) drop your freshly dry-cleaned blazer (dry cleaning tags still attached) to Shop 45 with Letter of Authorisation by Tuesday 22 February.  Blazers delivered after this date will not be accepted.

Cocurricular Awards

Junior High Gold and Silver Cocurricular Award recipients– if you would like to have your pocket embroidered, please drop your freshly dry-cleaned blazer (dry cleaning tags still attached) to Shop 45 with Letter of Authorisation (received with the Award in November) by Tuesday 22 February.  Blazers delivered after this date will not be accepted.

Please note:

• Blazers must be freshly dry-cleaned – this is a requirement from the embroidery company.
• Blazers to be handed in to Shop 45 during normal trading hours (Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 7.45am to 4.00pm). 
• Blazers can only be accepted if they are accompanied with the Pocket Award Authorisation form. 
• Blazers must be clearly marked with the CORRECT student’s name. 
• All blazers to be dropped off and collected from Shop 45.
• Payment must be made a the time of collection.

The Young Archies:
Monday afternoons (beginning Monday 21 Feb), 3.30-4.30pm
Chandler Art Centre 

A portrait painting workshop for students aged 12-18. Workshops will studio sessions with some online available. You must pre-register in Teams or send an email to j.seidel@stpeters.qld.edu.au. Use this code to join the team - ubedbbz.

Details are on Firefly. stpeters.fireflycloud.net.au/clubs-groups-and-societies/access-arts

The campus was buzzing Monday morning with students and teachers alike, excited to be back on campus and in classrooms for the new academic year.

Whilst we cannot predict the term ahead, our teachers have planned for a variety of scenarios to ensure all our students have access to learning on campus or, if need be, at home. Students who need to be home due to illness or isolation, can still access their class work through Firefly tasks. These tasks will be self-directed (eg. no Teams meetings ) however, will allow all students to remain in line with the class learning. Students are always encouraged to contact their teacher if they are away.

The Years 8 & 9 and Years 10-12 recorded Parent Information Sessions have been published and thank you to families for taking the time to view these. We know that when the school and the parents work in partnership, there is a significant positive impact on student learning. Reading James Clear’s new book, Atomic Habits, a quote resonated with me: “Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement”.

We encourage all students to utilise the early part of this term to set up good study habits and define goals for the Term/Semester/Year.

A REMINDER: Subject changes for Semester 1 close tomorrow Friday 11 February. Please email subjectchanges@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Rachael Turnbull
Head of 7-12 Curriculum - Students

It is obvious to me that the social and emotional support of each other is something that we do well at St Peters Lutheran College. Parents, teachers, and students have all delighted in the opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues as our college returns for a new year.  Our new members have also felt the power of College spirit. Like me, they have responded to the start of the College year with great enthusiasm and joy and have talked with me about the support they feel from the families and staff at the College.

I encourage you to work closely with your children’s teachers and ensure that positive communication between the home and the college is a priority in your busy lives.  Thank you for such a wonderful start to 2022.

JUSTIN COULSON – HAPPY FAMILIES

It is my privilege to introduce Justin Coulson’s ‘Happy Families’ website as a resource and support to all who are raising a young family in today’s ever-changing world. In Justin’s own words, the goal is…for parents, teachers, and those who work with children to see them for the precious humans they are; to connect with them in meaningful way; and to guide those children to become strong, caring, whole adults.

I do hope that you find these videos, webinars, and other resources helpful as we journey together in a positive home-school partnership.

Families at the College can register for this membership using your school's unique URL below and begin accessing the Happy Families library and resources right away!

http://www.happyfamilies.com.au/user/register/code/SSPL211130/school/STPETERSLUTHERAN

Videos titled ‘Facing First Day Fears’ and ‘How to set your child up for school success’ might be of particular interest for the coming weeks.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP IN THE PRIMARY YEARS

A key feature of St Peters Lutheran College Primary Years success is the active ‘student agency’ so evident in the life of the school. One of the key areas the Primary Years focus on are the skills, values and attitudes needed for effective student leadership.  The Primary Years Leadership Program aims to maximise the leadership potential of all students by focusing on leadership habits and skills learnt and practiced over time. 

In the coming weeks, Mr Kotzur, Mrs Delaney, Ms Challenor and College Captains will discuss their journey to leadership and what is expected of student leaders in the Primary Years.  Students will then have the opportunity to apply for a badged leadership position.

Students will be given the opportunity to deliver a speech to the Upper Primary students or participate in interviews with Ms Challenor, Mrs Sabri and Mr Glass and other staff members. Once their speeches and interviews are completed, the leaders of the Primary Years 2022 will be announced.

Through participation in the leadership program, students learn about:

• Being a servant leader
• Public speaking
• The attributes of a good leader
• Organisational and team skills
• Encouraging and problem solving.

At times, Student Leaders will be asked to do the following:

• Present information at Primary Years assemblies
• Attend a weekly lunchtime meeting
• Act as Tour Guides for visitors to the school on important occasions such as Open Days / Evenings and school celebrations
• Represent St Peters Lutheran College, Primary Years at special ceremonies
• Be available to other students and listening to ideas and/or concerns
• Plan for the improvement of school facilities and community activities
• Write articles for The Rock and Review

Year 6 Leadership nomination forms are available at the Upper Primary Administration.  We are hoping to see many students submit a Student Leadership Application by Friday 11 March by 9am and look forward to a fulfilling year ahead with all our leaders.

I respectfully remind you to be mindful of communications published by the College regarding parents onsite for the next few weeks, and ask that if, for any reason, you do need to enter the College, that you call through to either Lower Primary Administration or Upper Primary Administration so that we can manage your concerns before you need to enter the campus.

Lisa Challenor
Head of Primary Years

I’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate the students on the way they have started the school year. They have shown that they can problem-solve, rather than panic, when challenges arise. Many have also been proactive in connecting with their teachers when they have questions.

If parents have concerns about how their child has settled in, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s Form Class Teacher or Year Level Coordinator.

COMMUNICATION DURING THE SCHOOL DAY

At this stage of the school year, it is timely to remind parents of the process and procedures for communication between students and parents or home during the school day. If you haven’t already done so, we would ask that you discuss with your child how you can communicate with them during the day if needed.

Junior High Reception staff can deliver messages to a student during the school day, but this can be difficult at times e.g. during lunch or HPE. It can take time and cause disruption to classes. 

Please discuss various scenarios with your child and have a variety of plans in place with how to deal with them. This will give you peace of mind and improve your child’s confidence in dealing with various situations. Some suggested discussion points include:

Does your child know emergency numbers from memory? It is surprising how many of us rely on our mobile phones for contact numbers but don’t know how to access important numbers if the battery is dead.  Please make sure your child knows [preferably from memory] your phone numbers and a few numbers of family or close friends that they could call in an emergency. They could also write these numbers into their Student Diary for easy reference.

Our desire is to support your child in developing the skills to lead a productive, healthy, independent and happy life. 

If your child leaves an item at home which they need for the school day such as HPE gear or their device, please don’t bring it to school for them. Consequences for not being organised are an important part of the learning process and as they move towards more independence and accountability, we encourage you to support them in accepting those consequences.

College Uniform – when in public

Students are reminded that when in uniform they are representing the College and that their actions and language reflect on everyone at the College. When catching public transport or going to the shops, students are highly visible, so this is particularly important. Students should always be in their complete uniform when out in public. i.e. they are completely in uniform or completely out of uniform – never half uniform with casual clothing / footwear.

We support Translink’s expectation that ‘school students give up their seats to adults who are standing’.  School bags should not occupy seats that are needed by others.  Please remind your child of these courtesy expectations.

Academic Awards – Pocket Embroidery

Due to the postponement of the Junior High Academic and Ironbark Award Presentation, students who will be receiving awards and want to have their blazers embroidered will need to come to Junior High Reception to collect their Pocket Authorisation letter.  They will then need to take the letter, their blazer (with the dry-cleaning tags still intact) and the Pocket Authorisation to Shop 45 by Tuesday 22 February.  The parents of students for whom this applies, will have received an email. Further communication regarding the rescheduled Awards Ceremony will be sent in due course. It is unfortunate that this will mean the award they are receiving will no longer be a surprise, however, this is unavoidable due to current circumstances.

Junior High Student Leadership

All Year 9 students have received information via email from Ms Kelly Fox (Deputy Head of Junior High) about the process for selecting Leaders in Junior High. Information can also be found on the Year 9 Firefly page which is accessible to students. We encourage all those who are interested to apply for a position as that experience alone helps students to reflect on their character strengths and ability to serve others in our community.  Applications are due tomorrow - Friday 11 February.

Kaleidoscope

A reminder that sign-ups for Kaleidoscope close on Monday 14 February.  The Year 8 Kaleidoscope production is an amazing experience as students develop social, teamwork and performance skills.  We recognise that due to the intense rehearsal schedule and competing priorities, not all students who would like to get involved can, so we encourage them to become the Kaleidoscope cheer squad and to get involved in other ways.  This really is a whole-of-cohort event which we look forward to each year.

Mrs Patricia Aishford
Head of Junior High

This week we have enjoyed welcoming students back to campus as face to face learning commences for the year. It was great to see our continuing, and new, Senior School students start the year with a positive and enthusiastic outlook, even behind their masks! We encourage students to make use of the hand sanitiser stations around campus, and ensure they continue to follow good hygiene practices to do their part to keep the community safe.

The Parent Information videos have been prepared online in lieu of the Parent Information evening that was due to be held this week. Please take the time to watch the relevant videos from Senior School staff. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the appropriate staff member for further assistance.

At this stage we are unable to meet in person for Chapel or Assemblies, however, students are engaging in these activities through the week in Form Class groups via shared videos. House meetings will also begin this week (in a modified format by Year groups), and students are expected to wear their House shirt with PE shorts on Fridays of Week A. We look forward to another fantastic year of House activities and the development of community spirit that comes from our House system.

Amanda Huxham
Acting Deputy Head of Senior School

The Young Archies:
Monday afternoons (beginning Monday 21 Feb), 3.30-4.30pm
Chandler Art Centre 

A portrait painting workshop for students aged 12-18. Workshops will studio sessions with some online available. You must pre-register in Teams or send an email to j.seidel@stpeters.qld.edu.au. Use this code to join the team - ubedbbz.

Details are on Firefly. stpeters.fireflycloud.net.au/clubs-groups-and-societies/access-arts

The St Peters Performing Arts Complex has been a busy place this week.

Instrumental and Vocal Ensembles

All St Peters choral and instrumental ensembles have commenced rehearsals for 2022 or will begin next week. It has been exciting to hear the terrific sounds which are already being produced. It has also been great to see friendships being renewed, new friendships started, and the cross-grade mentoring and leadership being shown by the senior students in the program. 

All St Peters students are welcome to be part of the Music ensemble program - it is not too late! Come and join the music making and fun. Please see PAC Reception and check the St Peters App for more information or contact music@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Instrumental/Vocal Tuition

The music studios have been filled with the sounds of enthusiastic singing and playing as students had their first lessons for the year. If you would like to learn an instrument at St Peters and have not yet enrolled or re-enrolled for 2022, please enrol at www.splcinstrumentaltuition202...

A Reminder that Music Craft (Preliminary)/Musicianship (AMEB Grades 1-6) have also started.

Theory and Aural tuition (Musicianship) small group lessons have also commenced this week.  Studying music theory is a very helpful support to each students’ progress on their instrument and in curriculum music.

Please visit www.splctheorytuition2022.even...  to register for Music Craft/Musicianship classes.

It is wonderful to be making music together again 😊!

Mr Deacon, Mr Sutch and Mrs Taylor
Co-Directors of Cocurricular Music

“The past has no power over the present moment.” Eckhart Tolle

Primary Cocurricular Sport Term 1

***Please watch for emails concerning Term 1 Sport.

The following sports are on offer in Term 1.

• Boys and Girls Swimming
• Boys Cricket
• Girls Club (WDNA) Netball
• Years 4-6 Run Club
• Boys and Girls Swimming

The Primary Swimming Squad (Years 4-6 boys and girls) will have training on Wednesday morning (6:45am - 7:45am) at the St Peters 25m Pool. All confident swimmers are welcome to come to Primary Swimming Training and compete at the lead up meets. A team will be selected to compete at the Inter-Lutheran and AIC Boys Swimming Carnival. Training is on Wednesday mornings, 6:45am – 7:45am (25m Pool) starting on Wednesday 9 February and concluding on Wednesday 9 March. A reminder that this is swimming training and all students must be able to comfortably complete and race lengths of the 25m pool. Information concerning the training has been emailed to all parents.

Northern Eagles District Swimming Trials

St Peters is part of the Northern Eagles District in the Brisbane area. The Northern Eagles District Swimming Trials will not be held this year. Instead, swimmers will need to nominate themselves directly to the Met West Trials. All students can nominate for the trials however, they must be able to swim the qualification times that will be included in the email to be sent to all Year 4, 5 and 6 parents. All the information regarding the nomination process has been emailed to all Years 4-6 parents. Please check for this email as nominations must be in by Friday 11 February.

Boys Cricket

Years 4 - 6 boys will be playing in the AIC Cricket Competition. Training will be on Wednesday afternoon, 3:30pm – 5:00pm and Friday afternoon, 1:55pm – 3:00pm. On Saturday 12 February teams will play Round 1 of the AIC Season against Villanova College. Venue and game times can be found on the St Peters App.

Girls Club Netball

St Peters will be entering teams in the Western Districts Netball Association (WDNA) again in 2022. The St Peters WDNA Netball is open to all girls in Years 3-6. Sign-on information has been sent to parents. This is an exciting prospect for the College and something that all girls are encouraged participate in. It would be great to have as many teams as possible playing in the competition. WDNA Netball Training begins on Wednesday 16 February (3:30pm-5:00pm) at Harts Road Courts.

Years 4-6 Run Club

Years 4-6 Run Club will start later in Term 1 on Monday 28 February. Training will be offered once a week on Monday afternoons in Term 1 and this will increase to twice a week in Term 2. The sessions will be run by St Peters Running Coaches. Information regarding the sessions has been emailed to parents.

Swimming

• 11 February – Boys AIC Years 5-12 Meet (St Peters 50m Pool)
• 16 February - Primary Girls Years 4-6 Metro Meet TBC (St Peters 25m Pool)
• 18 February – Boys AIC Years 5-12 Meet (Centenary Aquatic Centre)
• 23 February – Met West Swimming Trials (Chandler)
• 24 February – Boys AIC Years 5-12 Meet (Chandler)
• 4 March – Boys AIC Years 5-12 Meet (St Peters 50m Pool)
• 8 March – Boys AIC Years 5-12 Championships (Chandler)
• 10 March – Primary (Years 4-6) Inter Lutheran Swimming Carnival (St Peters 50m pool)

Training Times

AIC Cricket – The following times will be effective as of Monday 7 February

• Wednesday afternoons 3:30pm – 5:00pm | Mayer Oval Cricket Nets
• Sport for Life (Periods 7 and 8) 1:50pm – 3:00pm | Mayer Oval Cricket Nets

Primary Boys and Girls Swimming – Training begins on Wednesday 9 February  

• Wednesday morning   6:45am - 7:45am | St Peters 25m pool

Primary Girls WDNA Netball – Training begins on Wednesday 16 February

• Wednesday afternoon 3:30pm – 5:00pm | Harts Road Netball Courts

Primary Years HPE

All students will be involved in Swimming during Term 1. Students are required to wear the St Peters swimmers, the St Peters rash shirt, St Peters cap (if required) and goggles. Students have also been asked to bring along fins (flippers). These are required to assist with drill work in developing the stroke of the students. A towel is also required. Any student, for any reason unable to participate in swimming will be required to bring a note. If they are unable to participate for multiple HPE lessons they will require a doctor’s certificate. Students have also been reminded that they are to bring a water bottle and are required to wear their hat to and from lessons.

Following the Swimming Unit, students will begin a Cross Country Unit for the remainder of the Term.

HPE Dates Term 1

• Swimming: Monday 7 February – Friday 11 March
• Cross Country: Monday 14 March – Wednesday 30 March

Primary Years Inter-House Cross Country Carnivals

Years 4-6 Inter-House Cross Country Carnival

• Monday 28 March
• 1:30pm – 3:00pm
• Robertson Park

Prep–Year 3 Inter-House Cross Country Carnival

• Tuesday 29 March
• 1:30pm – 3:00pm
• Robertson Park

Girls Sport Coordinator | Anne-Marie Champion

“In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity” Albert Einstein

What a week! It is so great to have our students on campus; the buzz is back, it is very special, and why we love working at St Peters.

As I have walked around the fields/courts this week, I couldn’t be prouder of our girls. To see our Senior Girls leading the way and our new girls being guided along as they begin their St Peters journey, it really is an honour to work with them all.  

Trials have commenced this week for all autumn fixture sports and we are delighted with the fantastic number of girls participating. A big well done to all the girls - their commitment and enthusiasm is great to see. Our Senior Australian Rules trials are continuing, our Cross Country girls have started running and we thank our Coordinators for all their work to get the seasons underway.

Last Friday night our 2022 QGSSSA swim season got underway with an Internal Time Trial for both our girls and boys. We have another opportunity this Friday night to join the AIC Swim Meet.

This Saturday, the first round of Senior Softball gets underway and Round 9, the first round of the second half of the 2021/2022 Water Polo Season, also commences. We wish all girls competing the very best of luck and we hope that you enjoy your first sporting experience for the year.

AUTUMN FIXTURES – BASKETBALL, FOOTBALL & TOUCH

Please note, students can only sign on for ONE of the Autumn Fixture sports but they can do both Cross Country & Swimming, along with one Autumn Fixture Sport.

Please see the St Peters App for training details, trials will take place during these training times in the first few weeks.

DATE CLAIMERS:

• Trial game Round v Somerville House – Friday 4 March
• Round 1 v Ipswich Girls Grammar School – Friday 11 March

BASKETBALL

Coordinator: Mrs Anne-Marie Champion– a.champion@stpeters.qld.edu.au

FOOTBALL

Coordinator: Mr Tim Arnold – t.arnold@stpeters.qld.edu.au

TOUCH

Coordinators: Ms Anne-Marie George - a.george@stpeters.qld.edu.au and Mrs Belinda Byrne – b.byrne@stpeters.qld.edu.au

SWIMMING

Coordinator: Mr Peter Dawson – p.dawson@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Last Friday saw the first of the Friday night ‘Lead Up’ Meets with an Internal Time Trial for all our St Peters Swimmers. This Friday our QGSSSA team are invited to attend the AIC Meet, with limited opportunities to prepare for the QGSSSA Championships, it is important that all girls attend. Girls wanting to be considered for the 2022 Swim Team it is VERY important that you attend trainings. Trainings will continue weekly on Monday & Wednesday mornings until the QGSSSA Swim Championships on Wednesday 2 March – further details can be found on the St Peters App.

Please also note the extra school sessions on offer, Monday & Thursday afternoons, commencing this week and concluding Monday 28 February.

AUSTRALIAN RULES (Years 10 - 12 only)

Coordinator: Mrs Anne-Marie Champion – a.champion@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Trials/training has continued this week, as we prepare for the 2022 Gala Days.

• Saturday 19 & 26 February
• Saturday 5 & 12 March.

Game Times – 8.00am, 8.40am, 9.20am, 10.00am & 10.40am

All teams will play two games each week.

The Season Draw will be on the App as soon as it is finalised.

Year 10 Girls – If you are interested in trying this amazing, fast growing sport of Australian Rules, please email Mrs Champion.

SENIOR SOFTBALL (Years 10 - 12 only)

Coordinator: Ms Natalie Holman – n.holman@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Training has continued this week and the girls are excited for the first round of games this Saturday.

Game Days for the 2022 Season

• Saturday 12, 19 & 26 February
• Saturday 5 March (12 March if wet weather occurs)

The Training Schedule & Season Draw can be found on the St Peters App.

WATER POLO (continuation from Term 4)

Coordinator: Mrs Tracey Bruce – waterpolo@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Water Polo is underway for the second half of the season. Games commence this Saturday 12 February, please check the St Peters App for the weekly draw.

GOOD LUCK GIRLS.

Please Note: The season now concludes with Round 13 on Saturday 12 March.

• Semi Finals – Saturday 19 March
• Grand Finals – Saturday 26 March        

CROSS COUNTRY

Coordinator: Mr Russel Hansen – r.hansen@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Cross Country pre-season training commenced this week. There are many training sessions to choose from – all details are on the St Peters App.

Do your best to attend as many of these sessions as you can, with Wednesday sessions being a priority.

Community Run Club is off & running also - Join our Running Community on Friday mornings - meet at 6.30am at the St Peters Bus Stop.

DATE CLAIMER:  QGSSSA Cross Country Championships – Saturday 14 May

Luke Donatini |Boys Sport Coordinator 
3377 6234  |  l.donatini@stpeters.qld.edu.au

“There is nothing impossible to him who will try.” Alexander the Great

I hope all our students have had a great week back at school and are back into the daily routine of both academic studies and cocurricular activities.

Last weekend we saw our Junior High and Senior School boys participate in Round 1 and trial games of AIC Cricket, Volleyball and Australian Rules. It was great to see the cohesion of the St Peters teams come together for games against Padua College. For our teams and their coaches, they can now reflect on what great work they have achieved over the past few weeks prior to the commencement of the AIC season. Last weekend has offered an opportunity to focus on what skills need to be consolidated and what areas need to be addresses for positive improvement moving into this weekend’s Round 2 fixtures.

This coming weekend will see St Peters compete against Villanova College in Term1 AIC sport. St Peters will also be hosting several AIC Colleges in one of our annual AIC lead-up Swimming Meets at our 50m Pool.

Traditionally, games against Villanova College have been well contested and this weekend will be no different. It is vitally important that all our students strive to exhibit positive traits of enthusiasm and passion together with a resounding level of good sportsmanship whilst both on and off the field of play.

Congratulations First VI Volleyballers and First XI Cricketers

Leading into Round 1 of AIC, we announced both our St Peters First XI Cricket Team and our First VI Volleyball Team. It was a combined gathering where we were able to acknowledge and congratulate the selected members of each respective team. Mr Tim Kotzur and Mrs Lisa Delaney attended to speak to and present the players. Mr Kotzur spoke to the players about being proud custodians of the Cricket ‘Baggie’ Cap and First Volleyball Jersey. To wear them with pride and live up to our College’s motto, Plus Ultra. Ultimately, to leave St Peters Sport in a better place!

We do encourage all students and parents to support to our Cricketers, Volleyballers, Australian Rules players and St Peters Swimmers over the course of their respective sporting seasons. A large part of our St Peters sporting program is also community engagement. Sport at St Peters is a great environment to connect and socialise with other students and parents.

AIC St Peters First Team Results – Round 1 Vs Padua

• Volleyball: St Peters 3 def. Padua 0 (25-11, 25-7, 25-20)
• Cricket: Padua 4/213 def St Peters 208
• Australian Rules: Padua (9-8-62) def St Peters (3-6-24)

AIC Sport Round 2 – St Peters Vs Villanova College

For full details of times and venues for this weekend’s AIC games against Villanova College, please refer to the St Peters App.  If the sport specific information you are looking for cannot be found on the St Peters App, please contact the below sport specific Coordinators.   

If a student is unable to attend training sessions, it is important that this is communicated to their coaches firstly, then their Coordinators or myself.   

• St Peters Cricket Coordinator: Mr Gary Munday – g.munday@stpeters.qld.edu.au  
• St Peters Volleyball Coordinator: Mr Russel Hansen – r.hansen@stpeters.qld.edu.au    
• St Peters Swimming Coordinator: Mr Peter Dawson – p.dawson@stpeters.qld.edu.au    
• St Peters Opens AFL Coordinator: Mr Mark Holman – m.holman@stpeters.qld.edu.au
• St Peters Cross Country Coordinator: Mrs Kerry Schreiber – k.schreiber@stpeters.qld.edu.au
• St Peters Boys Rowing Coordinator: Mr Peter Hicks – p.hicks@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Save the date!

Find balance at the ever-popular annual St Peters Ladies Lunch. Join us and our host Rebecca Sparrow and guest speaker Shivani Gupta for a day of delicious food, great company and inspirational conversation. 

Tickets available for purchase via Eventbrite from Monday 21 February at 9am: https://bit.ly/St-Peters-Ladies-Lunch-2022

Generation Pockets

The last day to drop off your blazer to Shop 45 for embroidery is this Friday 11 February. Please contact the SPOSA office for relevant forms.

This is a photo of three generations of Scholars from the same family who attended St Peters Lutheran College. Riley, Year 7 with his mum, Anita (1995), and Grandfather, Warren (1965). It is wonderful to see children of our Old Scholars return and be part of the community we are so proud of.

Reunions

We have several reunions in the planning stages for this year. Check our social media pages or contact the SPOSA office for details.

Old Scholar's Sporting Events

Calling all Tennis, Netball and Football enthusiasts… whether you are an Old Scholar or a current parent who is keen to get involved in one of our social matches we would love to hear from you. Games against the St Peters Open teams are being organised and we look forward to putting up a good challenge.

In 2022, St Peters is once again supporting the Mater Chicks in Pink Fun Run to raise money for breast cancer research. As a community we made a huge difference last year, raising over $13,000 which saw us as the Top Fundraising School in the event. The Mater were extremely grateful for the contribution of our community and we would like to make that difference again in 2022. 

The Year 12 IBDP CAS students are helping organise our local event. The Fun Run this year takes place on Sunday 6 March. You can participate in the run in a variety of different ways, running the Brisbane City event, coming along to Robertson Park to run as part of the St Peters community (7.30am warm up for a 8am race start) or you can simply find some time that day to do 5km in your local neighbourhood with friends and family. 

No matter how you choose to participate in the run, we would love you to help us make a difference by joining the St Peters team and fundraising with us. To join our team please use this link https://fundraise.mater.org.au/join/stpeterslutherancollege or as you register please ‘Join a Team’ and search ‘St Peters Lutheran College’. If you have already signed up for the Brisbane City event but would like to fundraise as part of the St Peters team, please email Susannah Treschman (s.treschman@stpeters.qld.edu.au) and we will get your page brought across to our team. 

Thank you in advance for helping us make a difference for a very good cause.

P&F Support Groups

Community Hub & Second Hand Uniforms

Open every Thursday during Term (7:45am – 11:30am) | P&F Centre

All parents and friends of St Peters are welcome to come to the P&F Centre to buy second hand uniforms, donate old uniforms or just stop by for a coffee and chat.

Community Grants Program

Round 1 P&F Community Grant applications are now open. More information and the application form is available on Firefly here.

P&F Events

The P&F Committee are once again looking forward to engaging with the college community to host the following events in 2022.

P&F Meetings 

2022 P&F College Forum Dates

Venue: Performing Arts Centre, Theatrette | Time: 6:00pm Drinks & Nibbles – 6:30pm Presentations.

Term 1: Monday 7 February – postponed
Term 2: Monday 9 May 
Term 3: Monday 22 August
Term 4: Monday 14 November

Sub-School Parent Support Group Meetings

The three Sub-Schools (Primary Years, Junior High and Senior School) hold a Parent Support Group Meeting each term to which parents & caregivers are invited to attend. This is an opportunity for parents to engage with the respective Sub-School Leadership teams.

2022 Primary Years Parent Support Group Meetings | 8:30am - 9:30am at P&F Centre

Term 1: Tuesday 1 March - this meeting will not be in-person but via video email link
Term 2: Tuesday 3 May
Term 3: Thursday 4 August
Term 4: Thursday 13 October

2022 Junior High Parent Support Group Meetings | 8:30am - 9:30am at P&F Centre

Term 1: Wednesday 23 Feb - this meeting will not be in-person but via video email link
Term 2: Wednesday 18 May
Term 3: Tuesday 2 August
Term 4: Wednesday 2 November

2022 Senior School Parent Support Group Meetings | 8:30am - 9:30am at P&F Centre

Term 1: TBA March
Term 2: Thursday 12 May
Term 3: Thursday 1 September
Term 4: Thursday 3 November

Thank you to our Football sponsor - Tabrizi Home Builders.

Thank you to our Silver sponsors: