Teaching and Learning is the central Strategic Pillar of the College’s Strategic Intent ‘Plus Ultra 2025’. The Intent of this Pillar is to ‘enable excellence in learning, every day, in every learning experience, for every learner, for life’. This year in order to action this key Intent the College is undertaking four Strategic Initiatives:
Develop and embed the St Peters Teaching and Learning Framework that was developed in 2021 within the Secondary School;
Increase student agency in their learning through implementing practices that explicitly make learning visible for students; and foster the development of key learning dispositions (critical, creative and self-regulated thinking) and metacognition in students;
Institute a Prep to Year 12 approach to data analytics to inform targeted teaching practice and improve student learning; and,
Foster Communities of Practice to enable teachers to better collaborate, share and learn from each other.
These four Strategic Initiatives were chosen because they are high impact. A Teaching and Learning Framework results in teachers and students using high impact strategies more frequently in their classes. Using data helps teachers to know their students better, what their learning strengths are, where the gaps are in their learning and where to take their students next in their learning. Communities of Practice is about embedding Teacher Professional Learning in their daily work so that they are continuing to grow and refine their practices to become better teachers. While Student Agency is about providing students with approaches to empower them in their learning and enable them to be better and more successful learners.
Ultimately through our Strategic Actions in this Pillar we are aiming to fulfil the aspirational St Peters ‘Why’ - ‘that every child learns every day’.
Tim Kotzur Head of College
Ministry
Mums – Doing God’s Work
“Be careful in the mush pool!” Mum called out as we headed out the door to see a band at a Melbourne hotel. I think Mum meant mosh-pit, but it was close enough, we got the message.
Mum was always concerned for our wellbeing. At times she was a bit over-protective, a bit of a worrier, but we always knew this was one way she showed her love for us. As her children moved into adulthood and away from her and Dad, she would continue to check in on us. She seemed particularly concerned that in Queensland we would be swept up in a cyclone, inundated by floods, fried by the sun or consumed by a crocodile!
Mum died last year. One of the things I have missed since has been her check-ins. During the floods this year, when it was raining for days on end, there was no phone call to ask if we were okay and checking that we hadn’t been washed away. There was no concern about the 'mush pool'. Grief has many triggers.
Mums have a lifetime task of loving and caring for their children. It starts even before birth, even before conception, when the idea of a child first comes to mind. It continues for the rest of life.
When God sent Jesus to the world he chose Mary to be his mother. Mary, even in her youth and inexperience, was chosen to become the mother of our Saviour. God clearly thought Mary capable, even if Mary would surely have had moments of uncertainty, if not doubt. Mary would do God’s work of raising Jesus, who would become the Saviour of the world.
For Mary, seeing the wonder that was Jesus’ life would have been the most amazing experience. But seeing his death would have been agonising. The prophet, Simeon, had said to Mary, upon meeting the baby Jesus, “A sword will pierce your own soul too.” Is this not an accurate description of watching the suffering and death of your child?
Every day mums share in the joys and sorrows of their children. Every day mums need the grace of God to sustain them as they support their children. Every day God gives mums the capacity to continue to love and care for their children, in whatever form that takes. God delights in helping and supporting Mums as they raise their children, because as they do, they do God’s work.
We thank God for our mums!
Pastor Matt Wilksch Springfield Chaplain
Important Notices
St Peters App updates
The St Peters app has recently been updated.
Music now has its own section so make sure you go to Settings to subscribe if you are involved in Band, Choirs, or Strings.
You can also directly access our official social media accounts via the Connect icon.
School photos
St Peters Lutheran College will again proceed with the taking of traditional school class and cocurricular photos.
SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHY 2022 | MONDAY 16 MAY - FRIDAY 20 MAY
Your child/ren will be handed their personalised photography envelope in class in the coming weeks outlining the full details of ordering and payment.
Simply review the variety of photo packages available and follow the instructions on the back of the envelope.
Envelopes are personalised to each student with name and shoot key. Students will need to present their own envelope to the photographer on photo day, even if payment is in another sibling’s envelope or if you order online.
Photographs will be supplied on a pre-paid basis only.
All students are required to have their portrait photo taken regardless of purchasing a photo pack.
FAMILY ENVELOPES (SIBLINGS) – Wednesday 18 May (7.00am – 8.00am, Belfield Hall)
Family/sibling photos will be held in Belfield Hall.
Family/sibling envelopes will be attached to the eldest child’s individual photo envelope. Spare envelopes are available at Sub-School Receptions.
CHILDREN OF OLD SCHOLARS PHOTO – Thursday 19 May (time 1.40pm, Café 45)
Each year, St Peters offer students whose parents or grandparents are Old Scholars, the opportunity to be in a group photo. Students must be dressed in their full uniform. Further information will be sent from SPOSA.
Please contact Virginia Cordingley, Alumni & Archives Officer on 07 3377 6592 if you have any questions regarding the Children of Old Scholars photograph.
SPORT, MUSIC AND COCURRICULAR PHOTOS
These photos will be handled separately to the class photos. Further information regarding these will be forwarded at another time including dress code.
You will receive an order envelope a couple of weeks after the photos are taken.
Semester 1 AIC/QGSSSA Sport photos will take place on Monday 16 May and Semester 1 Primary Sport Photos on Friday 20 May. If you have any queries regarding the Sports photos, please contact Laura Buckby on 07 3377 6143.
Music Photos and Cocurricular Photos will be taken in Term 3 - please refer to the schedule below.
BOARDING
We will contact Boarding parents separately with further information regarding ordering.
PHOTO DATES
Below are the scheduled school photo dates for 2022
Full schedules will be available on the app, firefly and in the student notices closer to the days. For more information, please Click here
Year 7 2025 Sibling Admissions
Families with children already at St Peters Lutheran College wishing to enrol a sibling in Year 7 2025 are reminded to submit an online application for your child if you haven’t already done so.
Please note that due to very high demand for places, applications for siblings should be received before the end of Term 2.
Year 7 2025 admission interviews are anticipated to commence in Term 3 & 4 2022.
Please find the Application for Admission Form here.
Please CLICK HERE for the latest Multicultural Committee newsletter.
Relationships within the PERMAH framework
In Term 1 this article series discussed how Positive emotions and Engagement are critical factors for our wellbeing. The third pillar in the PERMAH Framework is Relationships. As social beings, we are made to live in community with one another and have a desire to connect with other people. These interactions allow us to feel supported and loved.
Well-established relationships can contribute to feeling more optimistic about the future, help people recover from mental illnesses, increase workplace productivity, give people a greater sense of purpose, reduce stress levels and enhance communication skills. Beyond having relationships with others, also under this pillar is having a good relationship with ourselves. What is your self-talk like? Are you encouraging yourself or putting yourself down? According to research, the ideal negative to positive ratio is 1:5, so for every negative comment made we should give 5 positive ones. Do we treat others this way? Do we treat ourselves this way? What difference would it make if we worked towards this healthier mix.
Suggestions for enhancing relationships in your home include:
Taking an interest in other people – making a concerted effort to find out more about a family member, friend, colleague or acquaintance.
Sharing good news with family or friends and celebrating their successes when they share good news with you.
Allocating chunks in your weekly schedule for quality time and using this time to maintain connections with loved ones.
Encouraging your child to reach out to a family member that they have not spoken to in a while.
Inviting someone over for a meal.
Developing a 'Shout out' board at home where family members can write down positive things that others have done for them.
Danielle Tucker Positive Education and Wellbeing Leader
Lunch time Homework Help
Did You Know?
Years 11 and 12 IB Diploma students volunteer their Thursday lunchtimes to help with any homework concerns.
All students in Years 7-10 welcome and any subject. Expert proof-reading available.
In Terms 2 and 3, you will find us at Lower Dohler tables. Look for the sign and some friendly helpers.
Service Learning and Activity Groups Expo
Academic Matters
NAPLAN 2022
This week, I sent parents in Years 7 and 9 a letter, which provides information about the upcoming NAPLAN tests that will be occurring from Tuesday 10 May to Friday 13 May, with a catch-up day occurring on Monday 16 May.
In 2022, St Peter’s students will again be sitting the NAPLAN tests online.
Our teachers have been working with students to familiarise them with the types of questions and technical knowledge required for the online NAPLAN assessments.
Parents/carers can help their child by reassuring them that NAPLAN is just one part of their school program and reminding them on the day to simply do their best.
As all tests will be conducted online, it is important to be aware of the following:
NAPLAN 2023
From 2023 NAPLAN is changing. You can read the Australian Education Minister’s official media release on the National Assessment Program website.
The NAPLAN tests will move to Term 1.
In 2023, NAPLAN window will be from Wednesday 15 March to Monday 27 March.
If you have any further questions or concerns about NAPLAN 2022 please speak to your child’s Form teacher or send an email to t.russelI@stpeters.qld.edu.au. You can also read more about it here.
Trish Russell Head of 7-12 Curriculum (Academic Staff)
Primary Years
Primary Years News
Mother’s Day Breakfast
The Primary Years had the pleasure of celebrating Mother’s Day by sharing breakfast and Chapel with our students and their mums yesterday. It is such a lovely way to start the day and I would like to especially thank Mrs Hall-Smith, Mrs Staples and Mrs George for their expert organisation of this event. Thanks to Chaplain Kirstin and the students of 2B who led us for our Chapel Service following the yummy breakfast. Also, my gratitude goes to our student helpers - we very much appreciate your support and involvement. I hope all our Mums have a wonderful day on Sunday.
Parents and Pedagogical Partners
We are delighted to welcome parents back into the Primary Years, recently hosting Learning Walks in both Prep and Year 1.
These mornings are a wonderful opportunity for our parents to see learning in action and to assist them in their understanding to support their child. I am very grateful for the openness of our Prep and Year 1 teams as they provide such an opportunity to our community.
Activities such as these Learning Walks provide parents with a lens to capture and understand our primary pedagogy, which is founded on active, hands-on inquiry. Staff in the Primary Years are currently engaging with several initiatives linked to the College’s Strategic Intent Plus Ultra 2025, one of which encourages the continued development of our parent community as pedagogical partners, it reads: To engage parents in their child’s learning and wellbeing through an active process of consultation, collaboration and education.
Stay tuned for various opportunities to engage with the Primary Years in developing an already strong partnership with our parent community.
Parent Volunteer Induction Sessions
Parent Volunteer Induction Sessions are designed to provide parents with vital information regarding College policies and procedures for when they are working with students in the classroom and around the College. At these sessions we cover topics including student protection, duty of care, confidentiality, and classroom etiquette. It is mandatory that all volunteers take part in the 2022 induction program prior to assisting at the College.
We will be hosting two more sessions this term, and these will be held in Belfield Hall on Friday 6 May At 8.40am and 2.30pm.
Senior School
Senior School News
The Academic Care and Wellbeing program is well underway for the term with each cohort in the Senior School focusing on an important aspect of wellbeing to support flourishing at school. The outline below provides an overview for each year level this term.
Year 10
The Year 10 program for Term 2 focuses on the theme of 'What is my purpose?'. This concept is underpinned by using information from the Natural Abilities testing, career tasks and discussing academic pathways for students as they prepare for subject selections next term.
Additionally, the cohort will be involved in a presentation and workshop led by a guest speaker from Unleashing Personal Potential who will guide students in activities to help form strong connections as part of supporting positive relationships.
Year 11
The Year 11 Academic Care and Wellbeing focus for this term is on developing and understanding theoretical and practical components of leadership. This term’s unit prepares students for the upcoming leadership selection process as the students begin to think about the areas of College life they would like to lead as they approach the final year of school. The program extends students’ thinking on servant leadership using their gifts and talents.
Year 12
The program allows time for students together with their Form Class teachers to have 'important conversations' on all manner of topics as they prepare for life after Year 12. In particular, the cohort will hear from a guest speaker, Melissa McGuinness this term under the program of 'You Choose - Youth Road Safety'. The aim of the talk is to help students think about road safety and advocate for personal accountability of young drivers. Additionally, students will continue with memory making activities this term, including compiling contributions to the Senior Magazine.
The Arts
Visual Arts
Congratulations to Sophia and Charlotte (Year 12 Art students) who have received outstanding Awards at the ‘Aspects Art show 2022’ Goondiwindi.
The Paris Wilson Young Artist Award Sponsored by St Hildas The Gold Coast $300 Sophia for her work ‘Objects’ (also receives a A Highly Commended in Section 12 Contemporary)
The Marist College Under 18 Art Award Award $150 Charlotte for her work ‘Collection’
Sport
Primary Sport
“The aim is to balance the terror of being alive with the wonder of being alive.” Carlos Castaneda
Primary Cocurricular Sport Term 2
The following sports will be on offer in Term 2, emails will be sent out with any new details for the sports below.
AIC Football
AIC Rugby
AIC Chess
Girls Club (WDNA) Netball
Years 4-6 Cross Country Training
Primary Inter Lutheran Cross Country
Good luck to all members of the Primary Inter Lutheran Cross Country Team that will represent St Peters at the Inter Lutheran Cross Country Carnival on Monday 9 May. It is sure to be a great day of competition between the nine Lutheran schools.
Boys Football
Years 4 - 6 boys will be playing in the AIC Football Competition. Training will be on Wednesday afternoon, 3:30pm – 5:00pm on Stolz (Lower Primary) Oval. Venue and game times for the AIC Football Season will be posted on the St Peters APP throughout Term 2.
Boys Rugby
Years 4 - 6 boys will be playing in the AIC Rugby Competition. Training will be on Wednesday afternoon, 3:30pm – 5:00pm on Mayer Oval. Venue and game times for the AIC Rugby Season will be posted on the St Peters APP throughout Term 2.
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 Games will be played throughout Term 2 and Term 3. Information regarding the season will be sent to all parents early in Term 2.
Years 4 - 6 Run Club
Years 4 - 6 Run Club has commenced. Training will be offered twice a week on Monday and Wednesday afternoons. Following the Interhouse Cross Country Carnival on Friday 22 April, a Primary Cross Country Team will be developed, and members of the Team will be asked to attend one or two sessions a week. All sessions will be run by St Peters Running Coaches.
Training Times
Primary Girls WDNA Netball – Term 2 training returns on Wednesday 20 April
Primary Boys Preseason Rugby Training – Term 2 training returns on Wednesday 20 April
Wednesday afternoon 3:30pm – 5:00pm | Mayer Oval
Primary Boys Preseason Football Training – Term 2 training returns on Wednesday 20 April
Wednesday afternoon 3:30pm – 5:00pm | Mayer Oval
Primary Years Run Club – Term 2 training returns on Wednesday 27 April
Monday and Wednesday afternoons 3:30pm – 4:30pm | Sessions start and finish at Lower Primary Undercroft
Primary Years HPE
Students are working through the Cross-Country Unit which includes running drills to improve running efficiency and also some basic endurance running.
HPE Dates Term 2
Cross-Country: Wednesday 20 April – Friday 6 May
Field Games: Monday 9 May – Friday 27 May
Track and Field: Monday 30 May – Friday 17 June
Boys Sport
Luke Donatini, Boys Sport Coordinator l.donatini@stpeters.qld.edu.au
It’s not the will to win that matters —everyone has that. It’s the will to prepare to win that matters. Paul 'Bear' Bryant
Last Saturday we started off our Term 2 AIC Sports with Round 1 v Padua College. It was great to see St Peters boys so competitive in Chess, Football and Rugby. To also witness the great support from our community, students and families alike, was wonderful and so reflective of the St Peters spirit.
Congratulations must be extended to each and every boy who represent our College on Friday evening at Chess and/or on Saturday participating in Rugby or Football. It was satisfying to witness the positive enthusiasm, mateship and support being shown both on and off the playing field.
With Round 2 closely approaching us this weekend, I encourage all boys who are participating to ensure that they are well prepared and ready to play with the same enthusiasm and attitude that was present last Saturday.
Tomorrow afternoon, 6 May, St Peters will play away at Villanova College, Coorparoo in Chess from 4.00pm. Bus transportation will be provided.
On Saturday, 7 May, we will compete in Rugby and Football against Villanova College. Our Years 9 to 12 teams will be ‘away ’ at Villanova Playing Fields, Manly Road, Tingalpa whilst our Years 7 and 8 teams will be ‘home’ at St Peters Lutheran College.
I would like to encourage all the St Peters community to again get around our boys sporting teams and come along and support our teams. Let us make St Peters sport even greater and positively celebrate what a fantastic job all our boys and their coaches are doing in 2022.
AIC Chess Round 2 Games Friday 6 May
This Friday, St Peters Chess will compete against Villanova College in their second fixture of the 2022 AIC Chess season. All games this Friday will be played ‘away’ at Villanova College.
Please refer to the St Peters App for details about training times and games for Term 2 AIC Chess.
This Saturday 7 May, St Peters Football teams will compete against Villanova College in Round 2 of AIC Football. Our Junior teams (Years 7 & 8) will be ‘home’ at St Peters whilst our Senior teams (Years 9 to 12) will play ‘away’ at Villanova’s Playing Fields. We request everyone to please check the St Peters App for game times and details. Please also check the App for any cancellations.
This coming Saturday our St Peters Rugby teams will also compete in rugby games against Villanova College. Our 1st XV, 2nd XV, 10A and 9A teams will play at ‘away’ at Villanova Park, Tingalpa. Our Junior teams will play at ‘home’ at St Peters. We request everyone to please check the St Peters App for game times and details. Please also check the App for any cancellations.
The 2022 AIC Championships will be held on Wednesday 1 June at Curlew Park, Sandgate. As our training now starts to fully focus on these championships with just over three weeks left to prepare. We really encourage all boys who wish to be included in the 2022 St Peters Cross Country Team for the AIC Championships to ensure they are committed to attending training and any lead up races or events which we will be conducting.
We still welcome all boys from Years 7 to 12 boys to get involved in our Cross Country program or the social Runners Club.
Next Wednesday 11 May will be the first of two AIC Cross Country Lead Up Meets. It will be held at St Laurence’s College Playing Fields, Runcorn. Sign On details have been sent to all boys in Years 7 to 12 via email. We encourage boys to sign on and participate in this lead up Cross Country event.
Training times and our Cross Country Calendar can be found on the St Peters App. Boys can also find more details about Cross Country from emails sent to them by Mr Donatini.
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.
Term 2 AIC Sporting Coordinators – St Peters Boys Sport
If the sport specific information you are looking for, in relation to Term 2 AIC sports for St Peters, cannot be found on the St Peters App, please contact the below sport specific sports representatives directly.
Please also see below the AIC Sporting Calendar for 2022.
Football Trivia Night - THIS SATURDAY
Girls Sport
Girls Sport Coordinator – Anne-Marie Champion
“Your story is unfolding beautifully. Even if you can’t see it or feel it, trust the process.” Anon
2022 AUTUMN FIXTURES – FOCUS ROUNDS
To follow on from a successful Basketball Focus Round, last Friday our senior students again came out in force to support our Touch girls for the second FOCUS ROUND for 2022. The Open Touch team had a great win and enjoyed the amazing support.
ROUND 6 - FRIDAY MAY 6 – FOOTBALL v BRISBANE STATE HIGH @ Toowong FC
This Friday come along and support the Football Girls at Toowong FC, senior students will be emailed a Google form from the College Captains to sign on for the bus. Students are asked to please wear their formal or playing uniform when attending.
Let’s support this wonderful initiative and come along to watch the girls.
GIVE AWAYS - Lollies and chips for all students coming to support 😊
LET’S GO SAINTS!
WINTER FIXTURES - NETBALL, VOLLEYBALL, HOCKEY & TENNIS
SIGN ON INFORMATION HAS BEEN EMAILED TO THE GIRLS THIS WEEK
All pre-season training will commence in Week 5. Please watch for further details from each sport coordinator, training schedules will be on the St Peters App when they are finalised.
Last Friday our Basketball girls travelled for their first away game for the season, and I must thank our amazing team of Coaches who in my absence did an incredible job supporting the girls. The Open team went down in a close one, but Coach Mike was proud of their efforts. Well done to the Senior A, Senior B1, 9A, 8A & 8B who came away with wins. Our Year 7 girls fought hard, the 7A team going down by three in a close one and the 7B team Maroon team giving their all. The 10A game was forfeited at very late notice which allowed them to join the internal game between the Senior B2 & 10B teams, it was an enjoyable afternoon! The 9B team enjoyed a week off and we look forward to seeing them back on the court this Friday as we take on the Basketball powerhouse of Brisbane State High.
Good luck Girls for Round 6.
Round 5 Results
Please CLICK HERE for details of the Round 6 Draw v BSHS for this Friday afternoon – The draw can also be found on the St Peters App.
DATE CLAIMER – 8A & 9B rescheduled Round 3 games v St Aidan’s: Monday 16 May, 4.00pm @ Harts Road Courts
St Peters Football had a very successful round this week against Somerville with wins across the board.
Our Open girls finished with a 9-0 victory and controlled the game throughout. The Seniors had another convincing 8-0 win with many players contributing to the score line. The Intermediates came up against a tough opponent but came away with a 3-1 win, this puts them at the top of the table for the competition. Keep it up girls! The Junior girls finished 5-0 up with an outstanding performance from Ava K who scored 2 goals and was an integral part of key attacking and defensive moments. A great effort by all teams. I look forward to seeing us take on BSHS in Round 6.
Please CLICK HERE for details of the Round 6 FOCUS ROUND Draw v Brisbane State High School for this Friday afternoon – The draw can also be found on the St Peters App.
Round 5 of QGSSSA Touch Football doubled as the St Peters Touch Football Focus Round. Our hearty and raucous Touch Footy fan-club filled the O’Grady Park venue, clad in maroon and white zinc, and equipped with pom poms, enthusiastic war-cries, loud voices and even a bass drum. Whilst many of our fans cheered our Opens and Senior A teams, several students ventured to other matches to support our other teams. Congratulations to all players, parents, and supporters on creating an electric atmosphere and fantastic afternoon of footy. Our Opens, Senior A, Senior B (friendly), 8A and 7B teams all tasted victory, with our 10A, 9A, 8/9B, 8B and 7A teams suffering narrow defeats. The Touch Football girls wish to thank our School Captains, Vice-Captains, Leaders, Sports Captains, Touch Football Captains and Mrs Champion for their support and hard work in organising an unforgettable 2022 Touch Focus Round.
Please CLICK HERE for details of the Round 6 Draw v BSHS for this Friday afternoon – The draw can also be found on the St Peters App.
DATE CLAIMER: Rescheduled Round 3 games v St Aidan’s Date: Monday 16 May 2022 Venue: Ambiwerra Sports Fields, Erinvale St, Corinda Teams: Senior A, 10A, 8/9B & 8A (Fields yet to be determined but there will be only one round of games)
Further information will follow regarding bus leaving and returning times and a Bus Sign Up Form. As the games are scheduled for a Monday afternoon, these games will replace the normal training for the 10As, 8/9Bs and 8As. Additionally, the Senior As will not train on Tuesday.
Anticipation is building as we enter the last week of the QGSSSA Cross Country season. All roads lead to Rivermount College, Yatala.
The squad will run over the QGSSSA course today (Thursday afternoon) in the St Hilda’s host meet.
IMPI pack runners of the week: Nyssa R, Summer P, Gabby N
Next week: Training: as per the training schedule Friday 13 May: Team breakfast, P&F Centre 6:45 - 7:30am
Queensland Athletics All Schools Cross Country Championships: this great event will take place at Toogoolawah Golf Course this coming Saturday. We wish all runners competing every success.
Queensland Athletics All Schools Cross Country relays: we aim to enter teams in all age groups at this most enjoyable teams event on the grassy fields of Nudgee College on Saturday 18 June (Term 2 concludes Friday 17 June).
Community Run Club - Join our Running Community on Friday mornings - meet at 6.30am at the St Peters Bus Stop.
It has been fantastic to see the girls on the water each morning and afternoon and from all reports from the coaches, the girls that have been at training sessions have been improving each session.
It is not too late to sign up! Please reach out to Mr Hicks in Sports House or email p.hicks@stpeters.qld.edu.au if you would like to give Rowing a go.
DATE CLAIMER: ROWING CAMP – An important event on the Girls Rowing calendar is the Rowing Camp, this will be held on the first week of the school holidays at the end of Term 2, Saturday 18 June - Friday 24 June. Please mark these dates in your diaries.
What a wonderful turn out it was at Rhythmic Gymnastics this week - our first training session for the season!
A warm welcome to the Year 7 girls, to all the new RG girls and to all the girls returning for another season. Thank you - it was a fun filled afternoon of learning and training.
Both training sessions incorporated warm up exercises, stretching, simple RG techniques, body work, hoop throwing, ball tossing and cool down. It was great to see everyone super keen and having fun.
Please be mindful of keeping the same time for training each week. This will help with coaching and team routines.
Keep up the great work, keep practising, keep smiling and I look forward to seeing you all next Wednesday at training 😊🤸♀️🤸♂️
Mrs Maynard 😊
DRESS CODE FOR WEEKEND SPORTING FIXTURES
When attending/watching other sporting fixtures (eg Basketball, Football or Touch), girls are asked to ensure they are wearing their St Peters Formal uniform or if they are playing, their St Peters playing uniform is allowed. (PE Uniform or casual clothing is not allowed).
WET WEATHER
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.
Community
The College Forum
Are you coming to the College Forum?
It’s an opportunity to share ideas and deepen your understanding of what’s happening at the College.
Aside from the College update, you’ll hear:
From our 2022 Student Leaders
Learn about the College’s eSports Program. eSports has become a global phenomenon!
Our local Members will provide an update on the Community.
What is SPOSA and why is it important to the College?
And meet Pastor Tim Jarrick.
JOIN US! Monday 9 May | Theatrette, Performing Arts Centre| 6:00pm
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.
Come along with a friend and have a great night learning a new skill! This workshop applies the simple cold felting process using wool. The scarf is designed using colour as the wool is prepared for a hand rolling technique. The scarf is light with a transparent quality depending on and your application of the cobweb technique. This results in a very suitable scarf for a Queensland winter! If you attended the previous workshop and would like to come along again, we will offer a new weaving skill, so you have a different scarf outcome.
P&F Initiatives & Meetings
2022 P&F College Forum
Proposed Program:
College Update - Head of College
Introduction to 2022 St Peters Captains
eSports (& Robotics Update) - Meg Foley
Service Learning – Chapter One – Isabella B & Gaby N
What is SPOSA?
Community Update – Councillor James Mackay and MP Michael Berkman
Words of Encouragement – Pastor Tim Jarick
Please register your attendance for catering purposes via Eventbrite.
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.
Primary Years Parent Support Group Meeting | Minutes Available
The Term 2 Primary Years Parent Support Group meeting minutes are available on Firefly here.
Senior School Parent Support Group Meeting | Thursday 12 May | P&F Centre 8:15am
The Term 2 Senior School Parent Support Group Meeting is being held Thursday 12 May in the P&F centre. If you have any topics or questions, you would like included on the agenda, please send them through to community@stpeters.qld.edu.au by Tuesday 10 May.
P&F Community Hub
Homeless Connect
The P&F Community Hub is proud to be representing St Peter’s Lutheran College at this years Brisbane City Council Homeless Connect.
Through the generous donations and sales of school uniforms we have been able to purchase enough personal grooming items for 180 toiletry bags. Including shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, brushes, roll in deodorants, tissues, hand sanitiser and a reuseable bag to put them in.
Thank you to everyone for your ongoing support of your St Peters P&F Community Hub. What a difference we all make together.
Homeless Connect brings together businesses and community groups at a one-day event. It provides free services to people experiencing homelessness, or those at risk of homelessness. The project has helped more than 19,240 people and is part of Brisbane City Council's commitment to improve quality of life for all residents. Council held Australia's first Homeless Connect event in November 2006.
This event is run completely by volunteers and relies on donations from schools, businesses and residents of Brisbane.
Homeless Connect events provide the following:
volunteer medical and allied health care professionals such as doctors, dentists, optometrists, podiatrists and massage therapists
housing support and community support
haircuts by volunteer barbers and hairdressers
immunisation delivered by Council's immunisation team
personal grooming items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo and deodorant
clothing, including shoes
non-perishable food items
breakfast, lunch and live entertainment.
Next event
The next Homeless Connect event will be held on Thursday 19 May, 2022 at Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills (corner of Alexandria Street and Gregory Terrace).
Sponsors and Supporters
Thank you to our 2022 Football supporter
Thank you to our Football sponsor - Tabrizi Home Builders.
