Next Monday as a College Community we will celebrate Founders’ Day. Seventy-eight years ago on 20 February, 1945, St Peters Lutheran College came into existence. After much planning, hard work, financial sacrifice and prayer, the dream of a Lutheran College in Queensland was finally a reality.

Fifty-six students and seven staff, commenced that day. In many respects their experience was very different from ours today. There were no world class facilities like the PAC; the breadth of subject choices we take for granted did not exist; there was no amazing cocurricular programs; no overseas tours; no modern comforts of the Boarding House; there was even no Ironbark. The experience of those founding students and staff seems a world away from ours, and yet each of those young people, and the 16,000 St Peters students that have followed, held the same hopes and dreams for their future as our students do in 2023.

Our current students share a deep connection and bond with every St Peters Old Scholar who has gone before them; for they, like our current students, had the privilege of a St Peters education. On Monday I will be reminding our young people that a St Peters education is not a right, but a privilege; and that they never take it for granted what it means to be a part of the St Peters Community, or the education and opportunities it affords.

Seventy-eight years after the establishment of St Peters, the founders of our College have left our students a great legacy – the gift of a world class education; a caring, nurturing community; and an outstanding student experience. I encourage our young people to treasure this legacy that they have been bequeathed; make the most of the opportunities that they are afforded; and together write the next chapter of our great College; so that in another 78 years (the year 2101), those fine young St Peters people who come after them can say – it was truly their good great fortune to be a student of St Peters Lutheran College.

Tim Kotzur
Head of College

The St Peters Open Day is on Saturday 11 March. If you know families who may be considering St Peters for their child's education encourage them to attend Open Day. Register here

Due to shipping and manufacturing delays, the following uniform items are currently out of stock at The School Locker and Shop 45:

• Senior and Junior Boys Ties
• Girl’s Formal Hats (selected sizes)
• Girls’ Formal Socks (size 8-11)
• Cunningham Bucket Hat (sizes M, L, XL)
• Primary Years Poncho

Some stock may arrive next week.  Please contact Shop 45 on 3377 6209 if you have any questions.

SOCKS

School socks (St Peters knee-high grey, for boys wearing shorts; short grey socks for boys with trousers; St Peters white with maroon stripe for girls) are to be worn with the formal uniform.

Sports sock in the Primary Years are St Peters Sports white ankle socks only.  St Peters sport crew socks are for Years 7 to 12 only.

SCHOOL SHOES

Students in Years 1-6 are to wear black leather polishable lace up shoes with their formal uniforms.

Black Mary Jane style shoes are not permitted as part of our Primary Years formal uniform.

TIE – Years 5 and 6

Ties are worn by boys in Years 5 and 6 during Terms 2 and 3 with the formal Winter uniform.

Ties may be required for formal and/or special occasions (e.g. presentation events and school photos) and students will be notified of this requirement.

SOCKS

School socks (St Peters knee-high grey, with garters, for boys wearing shorts; short grey socks for both boys and girls with trousers; St Peters white with maroon stripe for girls when wearing the skirt;) are to be worn with the formal uniform.

White 'SPLC' sports socks are to be worn to PE/HPE and when representing St Peters at sport, on and off campus.

SCHOOL SHOES

Formal uniform: Formal dress shoes are to be worn by girls and boys with both Summer and Winter uniforms. No coloured trim or metal parts, other than eyelets. Shoes must be able to be polished. No black sports-style shoes permitted. Very thick soles are also unacceptable. Shoes should not have coloured laces, coloured stitching or coloured soles. Boots are not to be worn.

Girls: All black leather lace-up shoes with black soles should be worn. Mary-Jane style shoes are not permitted.

Boys: All black leather lace-up shoes or all-black leather slip-on dress shoes with black soles may be worn.

HPE uniform: Appropriate sports shoes.

TIES

Girls must correctly wear the College tie with their formal uniform all year.

Ties are optional for boys in Terms 1 and 4 with the formal Summer uniform.

Ties are worn by boys during Terms 2 and 3 with the formal Winter uniform.

Ties may be required for formal and/or special occasions (e.g. presentation events and school photos) and students will be notified of this requirement.

Top buttons are to be done up when it is compulsory to wear ties.

Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness for forty days, being tempted by the devil. Luke 4:1

This single verse tells us much about the season of Lent and Lenten practices. One thing it tells us is that Jesus was in the wilderness for 40 days. The number 40 comes up several times in stories in the Old Testament, and now here in Luke’s gospel, Jesus is tempted by the devil in the desert for 40 days. For Christians today, Lent is the period of 40 days before Easter Day. This year it begins next week on 22 February. It can be seen as a 'wilderness' time where fasting is undertaken, and the subsequent temptations are faced as we are tested from what is given up.

The second thing this verse tells us is that while Jesus was tested in the desert, he was led by the Spirit and full of the Holy Spirit. Even though Jesus was tempted and tested while he fasted in the desert, he was at the same time led by the Spirit. In the following verses in this story from Luke, we read that with each specific temptation, Jesus experienced the Holy Spirit, who each time took him into God’s word. This was how Jesus passed through this testing—going back to the word of God and the promises of God.

The third thing we learn is that God’s word can be our strength and protection too. Especially during the times of testing, we experience in our lives. God promises his people that he will never leave us or forsake us. In this Lenten story, Jesus has survived and overcome temptation and testing. On Easter Day, Jesus conquered death and the grave. After this, the Holy Spirit was given to the disciples, the church and all of God’s people throughout the world to renew, refresh and revive troubled hearts and minds. This is the same Holy Spirit given to us through God’s word when we are tested in our times of trouble and turmoil. The Holy Spirit also gives us hope. Hope that with the presence of God and his word, we have the strength to go through the challenges of life.

May God’s Spirit fill you with hope and strength in your 'wilderness' times.

Tim Jarick
Indooroopilly College Pastor

Families with children already at St Peters Lutheran College wishing to enrol a sibling in either Year 5 2025 or Year 7 in 2026 are reminded to submit an online application for your child if you haven’t already done so.  

Due to high demand for College places, applications for siblings must be received by the end of Term 1 2023.

Every year the Australian Government Department of Education requires schools to provide their students' residential addresses and other information as required under the Australian Education Regulation 2013. Information regarding the collection is provided in the attached document.

If your residential address details have changed, please update them via the Community Portal through https://mystpeters.com/

Senior School – Award Blazer Pocket Embroidery 

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 Shop 45 with Letter of Authorisation before Friday 10 February. 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 10 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 10 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 10 February.

Junior High – Award Blazer Pocket Embroidery

Academic & Ironbark Awards

Junior High Gold and Silver Academic/ Ironbark 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 Tuesday 21 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 before Tuesday 21 February. Blazers delivered after this date will not be accepted. 

• 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. 

It’s been a great start to the year. Not only do we have the research classes booking in, we have this week’s celebration of Queensland School Library Week and Library Lovers’ Week. Students have flocked to our special lunchtime activities. The air-conditioning is also proving popular! Last week, we had our first Student Book Club meeting, participated in the Community Focus Day advertising this club and have seen lots of students borrowing reading books.

Tutoring on College grounds

Please be advised that the following applies to tutoring on campus.

Tutors who are employed by St Peters Lutheran College and have completed onboarding with People and Culture:

• On arrival on campus, these tutors are to sign in/out at the Langer Library, Theile House Study Centre or Boarding Receptions.

Tutors who are not employees or formally registered directly with St Peters Lutheran College:

• Unfortunately, due to workplace health and safety, child protection, and insurance restrictions, the College is unable to support (permit) access to facilities for private tutoring arrangements made between parents and external tutors. 

Week 4 brings with it the final of our Academic Award ceremonies, with the Junior High Academic Awards held on Tuesday morning.  It will also see Year 7 parents on campus at the Year 7 Parent Information Evening. It is wonderful to see so many parents on campus for such events. 

The Academic Hub is currently preparing the Academic Improvement Certificates and Bronze Academic awards which will be distributed through Year Level Assemblies in coming weeks.  An Academic Improvement Certificate is presented to a student who has increased their Grade Point Average by more than 0.5 over the previous academic year.  A Bronze Academic award is awarded to a student who has achieved their highest Grade Point Average to date, over at least three semesters of study. Congratulations to all those students who will receive their certificates in coming weeks!

Olivia Larney
Acting Head of 7-12 Curriculum - Students

On Thursday 9 February, 32 Year 10 students represented St Peters in the annual UQ Engineering Challenge. 

The Science and Engineering Challenge is a day-long competition designed to provide students with a positive experience of Science and Engineering. Each school is divided into eight teams. Seven teams complete two challenges while one team completes the bridge construction challenge project over the course of the whole day. Students are awarded points for each challenge and the school with the most cumulative points at the end of the day is the winner.

The bridge challenge is tested at the end of the day where all schools come together to witness which bridge can withstand the greatest load bearing trolley. It is always an exciting and nail-biting moment as students cheer on their perspective schools. This year St Peters came first which is the fourth consecutive year that students have been awarded a place in the Challenge.

As teachers it is always rewarding to witness student enthusiasm and engagement in learning challenges and Dr Burke and I would like to commend students on their outstanding efforts and team work.

Ms Licastro
STEM Coordinator

A reminder that students in Lower Primary are supervised from 8.00am every morning. If students arrive at the College earlier than this, they should attend our Out of Hours School Care service. Students who attend before school activities such as choir, should be supervised by a parent until the relevant teacher is available to collect and supervise the students.

Students’ safety remains our priority in the Primary Years.

LIFE IN PREP

I am thrilled to report that our Prep students have settled into their new school environment exceptionally well. They have made new friends, adapted to new routines, and shown a great eagerness to learn. Our dedicated Prep team have gone above and beyond to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued, respected and a sense of belonging. The integration of technology, play-based and hands-on learning experiences, and a focus on social and emotional development has helped our Prep students to thrive. I am proud of their resilience and the positive attitudes they have shown towards their new College journey. I would like to extend our appreciation to all the families for their support during this transition and look forward to seeing our Prep students grow and flourish throughout their time at our school.

As we continue to authentically engage parents in their child’s learning and wellbeing through an active process of consultation, collaboration, and education, we welcomed our Prep parents into the College last week for a view into our Early Years Literacy Program. With hands-on activities connected to the continued development of early literacy and oral language, it was a valuable morning for parents and Prep students alike.

BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS

We are delighted to be in the position to invite you to a ‘Blessing of the Backpacks’ Church Service this Sunday 19 February at 9.00am. This special service for students, families, and staff of the Primary Years will take place in the St Peters College Chapel as we join with St Peters Lutheran Church for a morning of worship, song and fellowship.

Lisa Challenor
Head of Primary Years

JUNIOR HIGH ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE & IRONBARK AWARD CEREMONY

CELEBRATING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

This week has been one in which we celebrated the achievements of our Junior High students in their 2022 academic pursuits. On Tuesday morning, the efforts of over 250 students were acknowledged when they received either Gold or Silver Academic Awards, for having achieve a GPA over 13 (Gold) or between 12 and 12.99 (Silver) over two semesters in 2022. Their celebrations were shared with their teachers and families – both in person and through the live-streaming of the event. 

In addition to the Gold and Silver Awards received by our students, special acknowledgement must be made of those who topped their respective Year Levels through their hard work and dedication. These students were recognised by being named as either the Dux or Proxime Accessit of their Year Level. Congratulations to the following students on their achievement:

Year 7

• Dux: Charlotte Y
• Proxime Accessit: Grace O

Year 8

• Dux: Kate W
• Proxime Accessit: Andy W

Year 9

• Dux: Mulan M
• Proxime Accessit: Mia H         

IRONBARK AWARDS

In addition to the Academic Awards, 19 Year 9 students from the 2022 cohort were acknowledged by Mr Matthew Sullivan, Director of Ironbark, for their individual contributions and commitment while they were at Ironbark. This amazing program has been an integral part of life at St Peters for more than four decades and continues to evolve and to expand and enrich the life-experiences of our Year 9 students. 

Gold Ironbark
Ted A, Delilah B, Charlotta E, Andie F, Leo H, Zac K, Olive L, Sophie L, Kate N, Sam O, Ben P, Hannah R, Amelia R, Declan S, Beth S, Elizabeth W, Alexander Y

Ironbark Excellence
Johan K, Madison L

COCURRICULAR OFFERINGS

Last Friday the College held its annual Community Focus Expo in the Performing Arts Centre. This was a wonderful opportunity for students to see which Groups and Clubs are on offer to them this year. 

A reminder that students are required to participate in two cocurricular activities per year. If your child has yet to sign up for one of the many opportunities on offer across Sport, Music, Service and Cocurricular we ask that you speak with them and assist them to do so. The activities are a way of  giving back to the College, of learning outside the classroom, and developing their God given gifts and talents. Please Check the Schedule to see what is available at lunchtimes and after school.

YEAR 7 PARENT INFORMATION  EVENING

Thank you to all the parents who attended our Year 7 Parent Information Evenings last night. The purpose of the evening was to provide you with the opportunity to understand the range of support networks we have available at the College as your child begins their Junior High journey.  The evening was recorded and information presented will be made available through the Junior High Parent Information page as well as the Year 7 - Class of 2028 Year Level Page on Firefly in coming weeks. We do recommend that those parents who were unable to attend on the night, access the online information and connect with their child’s Form Class teacher or Year Level Coordinator if there are any queries or concerns.  

‘Why we all need great Sleep” - Guest Presenter – Year 7

Yesterday we were delighted to once again welcome to the College. Katherine Maslen from The Shift Clinic in Milton, to speak with our Year 7 students as part of our Academic Care and Wellbeing program. 

Some of Katherine’s advice to students to assist them to fall asleep more easily and improve the overall quality of their sleep, includes:

• Have a bedtime routine
• Try to go to sleep and wake up at the same time each day
• Engage in some form of exercise every day as this will assist in better quality sleep at night
• Avoid watching action-based programs on TV or playing action video games in the hour prior to going to bed as these stimulate brain activity
• Turn off all devices (phones, iPads, laptops etc), and stop watching television, engaging in social media or gaming, at least one hour before bedtime
• Not sleeping with phones in the bedroom – leave them with parents or switched off in another room.  This avoids the temptation to constantly check the phones during the night and the subsequent interruption to sleep brought about from receiving social media notifications or text messages during the night
• Have subdued lighting in the bedroom (such as a bedside light) rather than bright/harsh lighting that may impact on the body’s natural sleep/wake rhythms
• Avoid drinking any caffeine drinks (including coffee and energy drinks), and particularly not in the hours prior to bedtime as these stimulate the brain and impact our ability to fall asleep.  A better alternative is a cup of camomile or peppermint tea.
• Avoid drinking water prior to going to bed – as water before bedtime increases the likelihood of having to go to the bathroom during the night and thereby interrupting sleep

Katherine presented to our Year 7s and 8s in 2022 and we plan to have her back as part of a series of wellbeing sessions throughout 2023.

Mrs Patricia Aishford
Head of Junior High

Last Wednesday evening, parents had the opportunity to attend our Senior School Parent Information Evening. For those unable to make it, a link has been emailed with the slides that were covered by various members of staff on the night.

I had the opportunity to share a presentation with the Year 11 parents (albeit very briefly due to time constraints) about the lessons learnt from the highly anticipated Netflix documentary series, 'The Last Dance'. The 10-part documentary explores the life and career of one of the greatest basketball players of all time, Michael Jordan, and the 1997-1998 Chicago Bulls team, who went on to win their sixth championship title. I will be sharing a more detailed presentation with students in the coming weeks during Year Level Meetings, as I have found that students can relate to the messaging through storytelling.

While the series is primarily centered around the world of basketball (which resonates with many of our students), it touches upon several important themes that can be applied to our everyday lives and the lives of our students. As parents and role models, it's important for us to reinforce these valuable lessons, and what better way to do so than through the example set by one of the greatest athletes in history.

1.         The Importance of a Playbook (Planning)

One of the key elements of the Chicago Bulls' success was their use of a playbook, which provided a clear plan for each game and helped the team execute on the court. The same concept applies to all areas of life. Having a plan and knowing what steps to take to achieve our goals can help us stay focused and on track.

Encouraging our students to develop a sense of planning and organisation can help them set and achieve their goals. Whether it's in academics, sports, music or any other area of their lives, having a plan and a strategy can increase their chances of success.

2.         Hard Work Pays Off

One of the most evident takeaways from 'The Last Dance' is the importance of hard work. Michael Jordan was known for his unrelenting work ethic and his relentless pursuit of excellence. He would often arrive at the gym hours before his teammates to practice his shots and work on his game. He also had a never-say-die attitude, which helped him overcome adversity and achieve his goals.

This message of hard work is not just relevant to athletes, but to all of us. Whether it's in academics, sports, music, or any other field, success requires effort and dedication. Encouraging our students to put in the time and effort required to excel in their chosen field can have a profound impact on their lives.

3.         Failure is an Opportunity to Grow

Another key lesson from 'The Last Dance' is that failure is a necessary part of the journey to success. Michael Jordan faced numerous setbacks throughout his career, including being cut from his high school basketball team and losing several important games. However, he didn't let these failures define him. Instead, he used them as opportunities to learn and grow, and he eventually went on to become one of the greatest players in history.

This lesson is just as relevant for our students. Failing is a natural part of life and it can be a valuable opportunity for growth and learning. Encouraging our children to embrace failure and see it as a stepping stone to success can help build their resilience and determination.

4.         Leadership is Key

One of the standout aspects of Michael Jordan's career was his leadership. He was known for his fierce competitiveness and his ability to inspire his teammates to play at their best. He was a natural leader who commanded respect and his presence had a profound impact on the court.

Leadership skills are essential in all aspects of life, and they are especially important for our students as they prepare to enter the workforce and become productive members of society. Encouraging our children to develop their leadership skills and teaching them the importance of teamwork and collaboration can help them succeed in their personal and professional lives.

5.         You Can't Win on Your Own

Michael Jordan was undoubtedly one of the greatest individual basketball players of all time, but he would not have achieved his remarkable success without the support of his team. From his coaches to his teammates, Jordan relied on others to help him reach his full potential.

In life, we all need support and encouragement from others in order to succeed. Whether it's family, friends, teachers, or coaches, the people in our lives play a critical role in helping us reach our goals. Encouraging our students to build strong relationships and surround themselves with supportive people can make all the difference in their journey towards success.

It's also important to recognise and appreciate the contributions of those who support us along the way. Whether it's a kind word of encouragement, a helpful hand, or simply being there when we need someone, these gestures can make a big impact on our lives.

6.         Believe in Yourself

Another important lesson from 'The Last Dance' is the power of self-belief. Michael Jordan was known for his unshakable confidence, even in the face of adversity. He believed in himself and his abilities, and this self-assurance was a big part of his success.

Self-belief is an essential component of success in all areas of life, and it's something that we should encourage our students to cultivate. Encouraging our children to have faith in their abilities and to pursue their dreams can help them overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.

7.         Getting Rest and Balance

Despite his unrelenting work ethic, Michael Jordan made sure to take breaks and get enough rest, both physically and mentally. He understood that rest was essential to his overall wellbeing and success.

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and forget the importance of taking time to recharge and restore balance. Encouraging our students to prioritise self-care and rest can help them stay focused and achieve their goals in a healthy and sustainable way.

8.         Living in the Present Moment

Finally, 'The Last Dance' highlights the importance of living in the present moment. Michael Jordan was known for his ability to focus on the task at hand and not get bogged down by distractions. He was fully present in each game, and this allowed him to perform at his best.

In our daily lives, it's easy to get caught up in worries about the future or regrets about the past. Encouraging our children to live in the present moment and focus on the tasks at hand can help them make the most of their time and opportunities.

Thank you for taking the time to reflect on these ‘teachable moments’ from The Last Dance. If you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to reach out and make contact with me.

Sincerely,

David Rushmore
Head of Senior School

St Peters Careers Centre hosts various guest speakers to inform the community of course options and pathways accessible to students within tertiary Institutions. Parents are very welcome to attend but we do request that you RSVP to Kath Ward on k.ward@stpeters.qld.edu.au and sign in at Senior School Reception upon arrival please. The Term 1 schedule is included for your perusal. Please also visit the Careers page on Firefly for additional resources to support you and your child as you explore post school options.  https://stpeters.fireflycloud.net.au/careers-ind

The Department of Transport and Main Roads are conducting a free workshop to assist you share positive driving habits with your learner driver. Learn from industry experts about road rules, role modelling and the driving assessment.

Workshops will be held from 4.00pm – 6.00pm during March, May, August and November at the Carseldine office of The Department of Transport and Main Roads. 

The first workshop will be held on March 9 2023.

Bookings are essential: Call 0418 243 769 to register

Last week the Painting Workshop began with students being introduced to the artwork of Vincent Van Gogh, Margaret Olley and Emily Day. During this term, students will complete a floral still life painting incorporating composition, theme, light, colour, texture, and perspective. We will be joined each week by two contemporary artists – Carley Cornelisson and Brent James - who will support the students in developing and refining their painting skills. Painting Workshop runs each term on Thursday afternoons from 3:30-5pm.

Upcoming Events

On Tuesday 14 February, the St Peters Music Support Group met for the first time in 2023. An enthusiastic group of parents discussed upcoming events, fundraising, membership, contributions made to the Music Department in 2022 and many other topics.

Meet and Greet Evening – a social evening for new parents and all parents involved in the Music Department

The Music Support Groups’ first major event for 2023 will be the Meet and Greet Evening on Friday 1 March in the PAC Amphitheatre commencing at 7.00pm. This event is a social, relaxed and informal gathering for 'new' and 'old' Music families. It is an opportunity to meet the Music staff and other families involved in the Music Program. Please bring a plate of food to share and BYO drinks.

How do I Join the Music Support Group

The Music Department warmly encourages parents involved in the Music Program to join this support group and to be involved in any way that they can - attending meetings, assisting in the servery, occasionally pouring a cup of coffee at a concert or being on the mailing list to be kept informed of MSG activities. Membership of the MSG is a valuable way in which parents can support their student’s musical endeavours whilst meeting other parents of students involved in the Music Program.

The next meeting for the Music Support Group will be in the Performing Arts Centre 'Red' Music Classroom on Tuesday 14 March commencing at 7.00pm. All Music parents are invited to attend the meeting in person or online -  Click here to join online.

Upcoming MSG Events

Fri 24 February
Meet and Greet Evening
7.00 – 9.00pm
PAC Amphitheatre

Tues 14 Mar
AGM and Meeting
6.30 – 8.00pm
PAC L1.7

For more information or to register your interest in the MSG, please email the MSG President at MusicSupportGroup@stpeters.qld.edu.au                                                                    

Christine Taylor
Co-Director of Cocurricular Music

St Peters Lutheran College Music Support Group Notice of Annual General Meeting 2023

All are welcome at the MSG Annual General Meeting to be held in the St Peters Performing Arts Centre on Tuesday 14 March, 2023 at 6:30pm, preceding the MSG meeting.

Music parents are also invited to attend this meeting in person on online – Click here to join the AGM online.

The following positions become vacant at the commencement of each year.

• President
• Vice-President 
• Secretary
• Treasurer
• Publicity Officer
• Ensemble Co-ordinators: Choirs, Strings, Bands, Upper Primary, Lower Primary

Nomination forms can be collected from PAC Reception or requested by email from MusicSupportGroup@stpeters.qld.edu.au. Nominations will be accepted prior to AGM at PAC Reception or by email. Hard copies will be available on the evening of the meeting.

I look forward to seeing you at the AGM.

Rob Catchpoole
President, Music Support Group

“The best thing about the future is that it comes only one day at a time.” Dean Acheson

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) concluding on Wednesday 8 March. A reminder that this is swimming training and all students must be able to comfortably complete and race lengths of the 25m pool.

Northern Eagles District Swimming Trials

It was great to see so many St Peters swimmers at the Northern Eagles District Swimming Trials on Monday 6 February. Well done to all swimmers who raced on the day. The Northern Eagles District Swimming Team that will compete at the Met West Swimming Trials will be released in Week 4. All swimmers on the team will be emailed.

Boys Cricket

Years 4-6 boys will be playing in the AIC Cricket Competition. This week, training will be on Wednesday afternoon, 3:30pm – 5:00pm and Friday afternoon 1:55pm – 4:00pm (during Sport for Life and afterschool). On Saturday 18 February, St Peters will play in Round 3 of the AIC Cricket Season. Venue and game times can be found on the St Peters APP

Cricket training will continue throughout Term 1 on Wednesday (3:30pm - 5:00pm) and Friday (1:55pm – 4:00pm) afternoons at the St Peters Cricket Nets.

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 students and parents this week. 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 has begun - Wednesdays (3:30pm - 5:00pm) at Harts Road Courts.

Years 4-6 Run Club

Years 4-6 Run Club will start in Term 1 on Monday 20 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 and Sign-ons for the sessions has been emailed to parents.

Swimming

• 17 February – Boys AIC Years 5-12 Meet (Centenary Aquatic Centre)
• 22 February – Met West Swimming Trials (Chandler)
• 24 February – Boys AIC Years 5-12 Meet (St Peters 50m Pool)
• 3 March – Boys AIC Years 5-12 Meet (St Peters 50m Pool)
• 7 March – Boys AIC Years 5-12 Championships (Chandler)
• 9 March – Primary (Years 4-6) Inter Lutheran Swimming Carnival (St Peters 50m pool)

Training Times

AIC Cricket

• Wednesday afternoons 3:30pm – 5:00pm | Mayer Oval Cricket Nets
• Friday afternoons 1:55pm – 4:00pm | Mayer Oval Cricket Nets

Primary Boys and Girls Swimming

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

Primary Girls WDNA Netball

• 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 23 January – Friday 10 March
• Cross Country: Monday 13 March – Wednesday 29 March

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

 "What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you." — Ralph Waldo Emerson

Last weekend’s AIC Round 2 fixtures verse St Laurence’s College truly highlighted how much St Peters sport has grown over the past few years in terms of skill acquisition, attitude, and resilience. With our First XI Cricketers and First VI Volleyballers displayed great grit, determination and skill execution to achieve successful results against St Laurence’s College. To witness the excitement and adulation surrounding these wins truly highlights how hard our boys have worked to overcome adversity and achieve success. This confidence and tenacity will stand them in a good position as they prepare for this weekend’s Round 3 games against St Patrick’s College.

St Peters Students Gain Queensland Selection

We would like to both congratulate and acknowledge the sensational performances of some of our young men of St Peters Lutheran College.

Recently, Queensland Basketball has announced their 18 Years Queensland Basketball Team to compete at the up-and-coming National Championships. Congratulations Cooper R (Year 12) and Kye V (Year 12) who successfully gained selection. Congratulations Cooper and Kye!

Also representing Queensland at the 2023 Australian All Schools Triathlon Championships in April will be Thomas P (Year 11). Tom’s outstanding performance at the recent Queensland All Schools Triathlon Trials secured his selection into the Queensland Team. Well done, Tom!

This Week in Sport – AIC Round 3

As mentioned above, this week in AIC Sport, St Peters will compete against St Patrick’s College in Volleyball, Cricket and Australian Rules.

St Peters Years 10-12 teams are playing away at St Patrick’s College venues whilst our Years 7-9 teams are at home at St Peters venues. Our Open Australian Rules team will play against St Patrick’s College on Friday afternoon (1st XVIII) and Saturday morning (Years 7/8 Team & Years 9/10 Team) all at Zillmere AFC grounds.

Please ensure you check the St Peters App. for both venue details and time of games for Round 3 of St Peters AIC Boys Sport.

Please CLICK HERE for Volleyball game day schedule

Please CLICK HERE for Cricket game day schedule

Please CLICK HERE for Australian Rules game day schedule

For our St Peters sporting programs to positively develop and grow, it is paramount that our students attend training sessions for their chosen sport, so they can improve and refine sport-specific skills and build cohesion amongst their team-mates.

• If students are unable to attend some training sessions, it is vital that their absence is communicated to their coaches firstly, and also the respective coordinator/s.   
• Should the sport specific information you are looking for cannot be found on the St Peters App, please contact the below sport specific coordinators.   

St Peters AIC Cricket Coordinator:
Mr Gary Munday – g.munday@stpeters.qld.edu.au  

St Peters AIC Volleyball Coordinator:
Miss Laura Buckby – l.buckby@stpeters.qld.edu.au  

St Peters AIC Swimming Coordinator:
Mr Peter Dawson – p.dawson@stpeters.qld.edu.au    

St Peters AIC Australian Rules Coordinator: 
Mr Mark Holman – m.holman@stpeters.qld.edu.au

St Peters AIC Cross Country Head Coach: 
Mrs Kerry Schreiber (Head Coach) – k.schreiber@stpeters.qld.edu.au

St Peters Boys Rowing Head Coach: 
Mr Luciano Morand  (Head Coach) – L.Morand@stpeters.qld.edu.au

AIC Boys Invitational Swimming Meet – Friday 17 February

This week’s AIC Invitational Swimming Meet on Friday 17 February will be held at the Centenary Pool. We ask all students to check their emails for information sent out about this swimming lead up meet.

The AIC Swimming Championships will be held at Sleeman Sports Complex, Chandler on Tuesday 7 March.

All members of the AIC Swim Teams must be wearing a St Peters Swimming Shirt to Friday afternoon meets and the AIC Swimming Championships.

Please ensure you check the St Peters App. for both venue details and schedule of events for Friday 17 February.

Dress Standards at St Peters AIC Sporting Training and Games

A reminder that all St Peters boys do need to be dressed correctly at both AIC training and at AIC games.

AIC Volleyball

Correct Training and Playing Uniform Requirements –

At Training – All St Peters AIC volleyballers are to be wearing their St Peters Sports Uniform to Volleyball training.

At Games – All St Peters AIC volleyballers must be wearing:

• St Peters numbered Volleyball shirt (NO sports/PE shirts are to be worn at AIC games)
• St Peters maroon PE/Sports Shorts.
• WHITE SOCKS ONLY are to be worn at AIC Volleyball Games.
• Joggers MUST be worn at all times – No slides or thongs are to be worn at any time.

AIC Cricket

Correct Training and Playing Uniform Requirements –

At Training – all AIC cricketers must wear their ‘Program Shirt’ to their first training session of the week. The second training session you are to wear your ‘Sports Uniform’.

At Games – All St Peters cricketers are to arrive to their game wearing:

• St Peters ‘Program Shirt’ and then get changed into your playing whites just before the start of play.
• WHITE SOCKS ONLY are to be worn at AIC Cricket Games.
• Joggers MUST be worn at all times – No slides or thongs are to be worn at any time

St Peters Student Spectators on Game days

Should any St Peters student be attending a St Peters sporting event/game outside of normal college hours, it is expected that they be dressed in St Peters Formal Uniform. Should a student not be wearing the correct attire when attending a sporting event/game, they may be asked to leave the venue.

Wet Weather and Cancellations

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. We will endeavour to keep everyone updated on both training cancellations and game day changes as the week progresses.

AIC Cross Country Training and Runners Club

Training for Cross Country has commenced. We encourage all students who are interested in running Cross Country for St Peters or are just keen to get their fitness up for other sports to get involved and participate. We have experienced coaches who are enthusiastic and happy to assist all runners of every ability level.

Training times for Cross Country can be found on the St Peters App.

Term 2 AIC Rugby, AIC Football, AIC Chess, AIC Cross Country Sign On

All boys in Years 7-12 have now been emailed on several regarding signing on for AIC Term 2 Boys Sport. We ask all boys who wish to participate in one or more of the above-mentioned sports please sign on no later than Friday 17 March.

With reference to Term 2 AIC sport specific information, if you have any questions, please contact the below Term 2 AIC sport specific coordinators directly,  

• St Peters Rugby Head Coach: Mr Russell Todd – r.todd@stpeters.qld.edu.au
• St Peters Football Coordinator: Mr Nathan Edwards – n.edwards@stpeters.qld.edu.au   
• St Peters Cross Country Head Coach: Mrs Kerry Schreiber – k.schreiber@stpeters.qld.edu.au
• St Peters Chess Coordinator: Mr Wolf Stuetzel – w.stuetzel@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Anne-Marie Champion
Girls Sport Coordinator 
3377 6128  |  a.champion@stpeters.qld.edu.au   

CONGRATULATIONS

SOFTBALL & AUSTRALIAN RULES OPEN TEAMS & CAPTAINS

To continue our Girls Sport tradition, last Friday Mr Kotzur and Mrs Delaney joined us to present the Open uniforms to our 2023 QGSSSA Open Softball & Australian Rules teams. It was great to have parents attend the presentation as we celebrated the great achievement of the girls.

When presenting the girls their uniforms, Mr Kotzur spoke about the honour of representing St Peters at the highest level and the role models they are to our younger students. He also spoke about our motto, ’Plus Ultra’ and striving for ever higher to give their all to inspire others to do their personal best.

We thank Mr Kotzur and Mrs Delaney for joining us and inspiring our girls.

QGSSSA SOFTBALL

Naomi J, Amelia R, Lauren G, Charlotte A, Maddie S, Remaya B, Ophelia T, Charlize D, Ellie F & Skye B

Congratulations to our Softball Captains: Remaya B & Imogen J and Vice-Captain: Maddie S

QGSSSA AUSTRALIAN RULES

Michaela H, Jessica H, Tayden T, Chuva M, Elkie G, Summer T, Zara Le R, Tykeerah C J, Rose J, April F, Isadora M, Indy C, Mya R, Grace D, Estelle R, Georgia M, Elizabeth M & Amy S.

Congratulations to our Australian Rules Captain: Tayden T and Vice Captains: Gwen D & Lara B

This Week in Girls Sport

Last Saturday Senior Australian Rules kicked off in the heat with some great results. This weekend our Open and Year 10 teams head to Ormeau AFC and the Seniors are back at Wynnum AFC. It was great to see the improvement in the skills of the girls from Game 1 to Game 2 and we are excited to see where they will be at by the end of the season.

The Softball girls will play their last games this Saturday, it is a short season but one that is enjoyed by this passionate group of girls.

Our Swimmers will travel to the Valley Pool for the second official QGSSSA meet of the season this Friday afternoon/evening. With the QGSSSA Championships fast approaching it is getting exciting! Further details are below and can be found on the St Peters App.

The second half of the BWPI Water Polo season continues with more great results, well done girls! With many teams in finals contention the girls are training hard, Round 9 continues this Saturday. This is the second last game of the 2022/2023 season with finals to follow.

Trials have commenced for all Autumn fixture sports, and we are delighted with the fantastic number of girls participating, a big thank you to all the girls, their commitment and enthusiasm is fantastic. It was a shame Tuesday afternoon’s sessions were cancelled due to the weather, reminder to please watch the St Peters App for cancellations. Thank you to our Coordinators, Ms Annie George, Mr Matt Allen-Ankins and Mr Nathan Edwards for all their work to get the seasons underway.

Great to see our Cross Country runners commencing pre-season under the guidance of Head Coach/Coordinator Mrs Kerry Schreiber, we are looing forward to a great season ahead.

We wish all girls competing this weekend the very best of luck, go Saints!

QGSSSA SENIOR AUSTRALIAN RULES

Coordinator: Mr Peter Hicks – p.hicks@stpeters.qld.edu.au

2023 Game Days are scheduled for Saturday February 18, 25, and March 4, 11.

The Season Draw can now be found on the St Peters App.

Week 2 Draw, Saturday 18 February – Please CLICK HERE

QGSSSA SOFTBALL 

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

The final 2023 Game Day is scheduled for this Saturday 18 February. A wet weather day is held for Saturday 25 February.

Week 3 Draw, Saturday 18 February – Please CLICK HERE

QGSSSA SWIMMING

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

The second official QGSSSA Swim Meet is on this Friday 17 February, this meet is hosted by St Margaret’s and Clayfield College at the Valley Pool.

Transport will be provided leaving MAYER OVAL at 3.20pm and the estimated finish time of the meet is 6.30pm, the bus will return to the St Peters Bus Stop arriving @ approx. 7.00pm.

REMINDER - it is a requirement to wear St Peters togs when representing the College at a Swim Meet. Another compulsory part of the St Peters Swimming uniform is the grey St Peters Swimming Shirt. This shirt must be worn to and from Swim Meets and the QGSSSA Championships (with HPE shorts) and also when not swimming at the meets (e.g. waiting in the stands). Grey shirts can be purchase for $20 via the St Peters Portal and once you have a receipt, you can collect the shirt from Sport House.

Please CLICK HERE for the Meet No 2 program.

Trainings continues at the 50m pool on Wednesday mornings until the QGSSSA Swim Championships on Wednesday 1 March – the UPDATED calendar can be found on the St Peters App.

Please also note the extra school sessions on offer, Monday & Thursday afternoons, 3.20pm – 4.10pm have commenced & continue until Monday 27 February.

BWPI WATER POLO (continuation from Term 4)

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

Water Polo training continues this week and please watch the St Peters App for the UPDATED Training Schedule.

Well done on Round 8 last Saturday, some great results.

The Round 9 draw will be on the App as soon as it is finalised.

REMINDER - The extra Swimming sessions at the 50m pool are continuing.

• Monday afternoons 50m pool: 3:30pm – 4:15pm
• Thursday afternoons 50m pool: 3:30pm – 4:15pm

Please note: There is no need for girls to sign on for these sessions, simply turn up to the pool for the sessions you can make.

AUTUMN FIXTURE SPORTS – BASKETBALL, FOOTBALL & TOUCH

Please Note, students can only participate in ONE of the Autumn Fixture sports but they can do both Cross Country and 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 3 March
• ROUND 1 v ST MARGARET’S – Friday 10 March

QGSSSA BASKETBALL

Coordinators: Mrs Anne-Marie Champion – a.champion@stpeters.qld.edu.au and Mr Matt Allen-Ankins – m.allen-ankins@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Trials/training has now commenced for all teams.

QGSSSA FOOTBALL

Coordinator: Mr Nathan Edwards – football@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Trials/training has now commenced for all teams.

Date Claimer: Open Team trial game v BGGS – Monday 20 February @ Rangakarra

Further details will be provided by Mr Edwards.

QGSSSA TOUCH

Coordinators: Ms Anne-Marie George - a.george@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Trials/training has now commenced for all teams.

Date Claimer: All teams trial games v BGGS – Thursday 23 February @ Rangakarra

Further details will be provided by Ms George.

QGSSSA CROSS COUNTRY

Coordinator: Mrs Kerry Schreiber – k.schreiber@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Cross Country pre-season training has commenced, 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 - join our Running Community on Friday mornings - meet at 6.30am at the St Peters Bus Stop.

DATE CLAIMER:  QGSSSA Cross Country Championships – Saturday 20 May

ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE & DEVELOPMENT

Coordinator: Mr Leigh Smith – l.smith1@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Please CLICK HERE for the Term 1 Athletic Performance & Development Training Schedule.

The schedule can also be found on the St Peters App.

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.

FINAL RSVPS FOR FOUNDERS DAY

If you haven’t already RSVP’d, we are celebrating Founders Day on Monday 20 February and all St Peters Old Scholars are invited, so please let me know if you can make it.  The ceremony starts at 8:05am at the Dron Auditorium (PAC), a tour of the Prep Centre will follow, then a light lunch will be held at the P&F Centre. Please email Amanda Osborne at sposa@stpeters.edu.qld.au to register your attendance or call 3377 6592

SPOSA REUNIONS

SPOSA actively supports our Old Scholars with events such as peer year reunions, Old Scholar sporting matches, promoting industry work experience, and keeping in touch with past students.

So, we are calling out for organisers from the following peer years – 1963, 1973, 1983, 1993, 2003, 2013 and 2018 to assist in coordinating a reunion. These events are wonderful as friendships are rekindled and memories made as Old Scholars gather to celebrate being 'A Saint for Life'.  Please contact the SPOSA office if you are interested in organising a reunion this year.

TELL US YOUR NEWS!

Do you have some exciting news to share with the rest of the St Peters community? We’d love to hear from you, whether it be a marriage, birth, the addition of a fur-baby to the family, a new job or promotion here or overseas. Write to us at sposa@stpeters.edu.qld.au so we can share your news online and the community can cheer along with you.

SPOSA NEW EMPLOYEE

Whilst this news is a little belated, at the start of the term, we welcomed our newest employee to St Peters, Amanda Osborne. Amanda is the new Alumni and Archives Officer working in the SPOSA office. In a prior life, she worked many years in marketing and PR for the live theatre industry on large scale musicals and circus productions and brings a fresh energy and creative ideas to our community.

We asked three questions to get to know her better:

Favourite holiday destination – Anywhere with a beach and warm ocean water (it can’t be too cold)

Food she can’t live without – chocolate, or if it’s a drink - coffee

Favourite weekend activity – Hanging out with her human and fur-family (a Border Collie called Scout and tabby cat called Nala) trying to get a session of Pilates in and catching up with friends.

So, pop into the SPOSA office anytime to say hello or share some of the wonderful St Peters stories during your time here at the school.

Green Options

Greg Chappell Cricket Centre

M80 Property Group

Ryan Harvie McEnery

All Sports Physiotherapy

Q Pilates

Motorama Ford

Ray White Indooroopilly

The Pet Chalet