Our Year 12 students, both QCAA and IB, are currently undertaking their trial or mock examinations. These mock exams are an important part of their preparation for their final external examinations in November. The mocks give students the chance to experience exam conditions similar to those they will face in a couple of months. They also provide valuable feedback, helping our Seniors identify the subjects and topics they are confident in, as well as the areas that still need improvement. We wish the Class of 2024 well as they undertake these important trial exams.
Campus Heart Reopening
After nearly eight months of construction Phase Two of the Campus Heart Project has been completed and the Campus Heart was reopened in time for Open Day. This project was part of our Facilities Masterplan where we are endeavouring to create ‘a Learning Landscape’ where students enjoy spending time on campus. The revitalised Campus Heart has opened up the centre of the campus. With its amphitheatre and outdoor recreational spaces, the Campus Heart now has a university feel to it. It has been terrific to see our young people building connections as they enjoy the space before and after school, and during break times.
Australian Indigenous Education Foundation
Early this week in Sydney I had the privilege of attending the graduation ceremony for Year 12 Indigenous students who attend one of about 30 Australian boarding schools as part of the Australian Indigenous Education Foundation (AIEF) Scholarship Program. The AIEF was established in 2008. By bringing government and private enterprise together the AIEF enables young Indigenous Australians to receive a quality education in some of the best boarding schools in this country. As well as our relationship with the AIEF, the College has partnerships with the Cape York Institute and the Northern Territory Government, to enable other Indigenous young people to attend St Peters. Our relationship with all three organisations is vitally important in that they enable Indigenous young people to benefit from the opportunities of a quality education.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people still face considerable challenges, and this is reflected in aspects such as lower life expectancy, higher rates of infant mortality and higher rates of disease such as diabetes when compared to other Australians. Education plays a critical part in addressing some of these issues, as it empowers people to take control of their lives and provides them with opportunities and choices. Whilst there is still much to do, Boarding Schools like St Peters play an important role and are helping to make a difference.
Tim Kotzur Head of College
Deputy Head of College
St Peters Racial Discrimination Policy
St Peters is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for our College Community (staff, students, parents, Old Scholars, volunteers and contractors). To support this commitment, the College has recently implemented a new Racial Discrimination Policy. This policy outlines our zero-tolerance approach to any form of racial discrimination, harassment or bias within our College.
I strongly encourage all parents and caregivers to familiarise themselves with the details of this policy to ensure we are all aligned in promoting a safe and welcoming environment for every student. Students will be spoken to regarding the policy in their sub-schools however I encourage you to take the time to speak to them about their responsibilities as well. To view the policy, please click HERE.
Understanding and supporting this policy is crucial in maintaining the inclusive atmosphere we strive for. I appreciate your cooperation and support in upholding these standards.
Lisa Delaney Deputy Head of College
SCHOOL TV | SPECIAL REPORT: Healthy Study Habits
In today's world, where distractions are abundant and the pressure to excel is high, guiding children to develop healthy study habits is more important than ever. As students aspire to achieve academic success, the cornerstone of that achievement lies not just in their intelligence or drive, but in the study habits they cultivate.
It's essential for students to recognise that good study habits aren't merely about spending extra hours hitting the books. It's more about quality over quantity and having a more balanced approach. Emphasising the value of a routine is essential. Consistent study times establish a sense of structure and discipline, turning studying into a natural part of their daily routine rather than a burdensome task.
Additionally, how students approach their study sessions is equally important. Taking regular breaks is a crucial part of this process in maintaining focus and preventing burnout.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle that includes sufficient sleep, a balanced diet and consistent physical activity are indispensable elements that will significantly impact your child's ability to study effectively. Fostering these healthy habits is one of the most valuable gifts we can offer children, paving the way for a lifetime of learning and achievement.
This School TV Special Report will help you support your young person as they embark on studying for exams.
"Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life" – Jesus Matthew 6:25 (25–34)
We did a fun experiment on an egg last week in Primary Chapel. We positioned an egg and stacked weights on top. 1.25kg weights were added to see when the egg would break. We placed 10kg on a single egg, which still didn't break! There was widespread scepticism about the egg, with many suggesting I was using a boiled egg. But it was a real raw egg, which I had to drop on its side from a height to break. I don't know how much pressure an egg can withstand, but subsequent research online suggests it is a lot. They are incredibly tough little objects!
However, even the strongest egg will fail if we place enough weight on it, just like people. If we carry the weight of the world, eventually, we will crack. The worries of life weigh us down. Sometimes, it is only when we can put them down that we realise how heavy they are.
This week, I learned that the English word "worry" is derived from the Old German word "wyrgen", which means to strangle, choke or throttle. That's a pretty accurate description of what worry does to us. It strangles first our joy, then our very life. So, we need to learn to manage our worries.
Jesus tells the crowds, "Do not worry". You may be familiar with the full passage – don't worry about what you will eat and drink and what you will wear. Jesus uses the beautiful images of God feeding the birds of the air continually and clothing the flowers of the field so beautifully, to make the point that if he does this for birds and flowers, he will surely do it for the people he has made in his image. Jesus lays the foundation of a worry-less life on the faithfulness of God the Father.
As you look at your life, do you need to worry less? Look at the birds of the air and the flowers of the fields, and remember the gracious provision of your loving Father. He invites you to come to him in prayer to ask for all that you need – from your daily bread to the wellbeing of others and the good of the church. You will find peace in the love of the Father and rest in Jesus the Son. The weight of your burdens will be lifted, and you will breathe the sweetness of freedom in him!
Blessings
Pastor Matt Wilksch St Peters Springfield Chaplain
Important Notices
New Speed Limits and Safety Guidelines at St Peters Lutheran College
Dear Parents and Guardians,
To enhance safety on all internal roads, St Peters Lutheran College has implemented new speed limits. The general speed limit is now 20kph, while shared zones are strictly limited to 10kph. This includes Chapel Road, Prep Centre crossing, and College Drive (from Ross Roy to the end of the College Bus stop). New signage has been installed to indicate these changes.
Drop Off & Pick Up Guidelines
For the safety of all students, staff, and parents, please adhere to the following guidelines when driving and parking around the College:
Set Down & Pick Up Restrictions: Set down and pick up of students on College grounds are not permitted. Parents and visitors must drop off and pick up students outside the College grounds from 7:00am to 8:15am and 2:30pm to 3:30pm.
Non-Designated Zones: The following locations are not to be used for set down or pick up at any time:
Ross Roy visitors parking
Business Centre visitors parking
Schneider Staff Carpark
Chapel Carpark
50m Pool entrance area / Founders Way
Area beside Boys Boarding
25m Pool Carpark
Primary Years Staff Carpark (near Stolz Oval)
On any roundabout
Speed Limits: The general speed limit on campus is 20kph. In shared zones, the limit is 10kph (Chapel Road, Prep Centre crossing, and College Drive).
Road Rules: Follow all road rules, signs, and directions as you would on any public road. Pay attention to 'No standing' and 'Parking' signs. Never double park or park in 'No stopping' zones or on yellow lines.
Pedestrian Zones: High traffic pedestrian zones are marked with a large red area within a yellow border. Be cautious and give right of way to pedestrians in these zones.
Boom Gates: Prep Centre and Rainforest boom gates are closed during the following periods:
7:45am – 8:15am
2:45pm – 3:30pm
Parking: Prep Parents are to only park in designated bays in the Prep Carpark. Double parking is prohibited.
Student Drivers: Students and learner drivers are not permitted to drive through the College grounds at any time.
Student Drivers: Student drivers are not allowed to park on College ground at any time.
Mobile Phones: Do not use mobile phones while driving.
Drop Off & Pick Up Outside College Grounds
Child safety and illegal parking around school zones remain a concern. Parking spaces during peak times are limited, and unsafe practices can arise. Brisbane City Council will regulate parking activities to ensure safe driving during these times. Council officers will monitor school zones, and fines may be issued for illegal parking (e.g., parking on yellow lines).
As we navigate the academic year together, we would like to take a moment to emphasize the significance of keeping your personal information up to date.
Maintaining accurate and current records is crucial for several reasons:
Emergency Situations: In case of an emergency involving your child, having the most recent contact details, including phone numbers and addresses, ensures that we can reach you promptly. Timely communication is essential to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students.
Health and Medical Records: Accurate health information is vital for our school's healthcare professionals to provide appropriate care in case of illness or injury. Updated contact details are crucial in reaching you for consent or additional information when needed. Medical information includes, but is not limited to medical conditions, medication and medication permissions, allergies, ongoing medical and general consents, and dietary requirements.
Communication Channels: We rely on various communication channels to keep you informed about important school events, academic progress, and other pertinent information. Keeping your email addresses, phone numbers and other contact information current ensures that you receive timely updates.
School Policies and Procedures: As school policies and procedures evolve, we need to keep you informed about any changes that may impact your child's education. Updated contact information ensures that you are aware of any modifications or new initiatives.
Parental Involvement: We value your involvement in your child's education. Having accurate contact information allows us to invite you to parent-teacher conferences, school events and other opportunities for parental engagement.
How to update your Personal Information:
To facilitate the update of your personal information, we have made the process simple and accessible. Please log in to the Community Portal using your MyStPeters parent ID and password: http://mystpeters.com.
Your cooperation in this matter is highly appreciated, as it contributes to the overall safety, wellbeing, and success of your child's educational journey.
Thank you for your attention to this matter, and we look forward to a continued partnership in your child's education.
We all play a part to ensure our children and the broader College community are safe on our roads.
St Peters, together with the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Police Service, local council, and local businesses, are all working together to make road safety a priority for our College community. Sadly, road trauma is a leading cause of death of Queensland children and youth. As a whole community, young people need our support and guidance to keep them safe on and around roads while they are still developing the cognitive, sensory, and physical skills required to be safe road users.
Having a road safety commitment that is supported by parents/carers and students can help unite a community to ensure they are committed to travelling safely around the College. Everyone has a role to play in making our College as safe as possible. As a community, we are committed to three core safety values:
PATIENCE
School start and finish times are busy, and school traffic can be frustrating. We are committed to patience and planning to ensure our children get to and from school safely and on time.
RESPECT
We respect each other and follow the rules on the roads, in the carpark and in the drop-off zone.
This includes:
only parking where it is safe and legal to park
adhering to school zone speed limits
obeying the school crossing supervisor teachers/volunteers.
EMPOWERMENT
While children are still developing the skills they need on the roads, they need the support of the whole community. They are watching and learning. We are committed to modelling safe behaviours on our roads.
Colin McKenzie Manager, Physical Security
What's On
Performer of the Year – Concerto Final | Sunday 25 August
Join us this Sunday 25 August at 4:00pm for the St Peters Performer of the Year – Concerto Final. A highlight on the St Peters Music calendar, the Concerto Final provides a professional concert experience where students perform, from memory, some of the most challenging and virtuosic concerto repertoire. The sense of occasion tests their preparation and resolve while providing an exhilarating and rewarding experience. Soloists must project their sound over a 70-piece orchestra, which demands study and knowledge of the full score.
2024 Concerto Finalists:
Michael C, Reinecke Flute Concerto Op 283 – 1st Mvt
Nathan N, Shostakovich Cello Concerto No. 1 – 1st Mvt
Rebecca K, Elgar Cello Concerto Op 85 – 4th Mvt
Theo A, Prokofiev Violin Concerto No. 1 – 1st Mvt
Tickets are $5.00 each and proceeds from the concert will be donated to a charity nominated by the Concerto winner.
St Peters Ultra Scavenger Hunt | Saturday 31 August
Families and Friends! Get a team of between two and six together and join the Hunt on Saturday 31 August from 3:30pm–5:30pm.
Make your way across campus to collect as many GPS pins as you can within the 60-minute time limit. The fastest team to complete the course in full wins! There will also be extra challenges and items hidden around campus for bonus points. Siblings are welcome to join in the fun. We aim to be finished by 5:30pm so people can enjoy Riverfire that night.
Prizes to be won include Best Dressed Team, Most Items Scavenged etc
You will need a smartphone or Garmin on the day with the MapRun app already downloaded onto your device. Remember to create a profile prior to the event. https://maprunners.weebly.com/
Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a small bag, bottle of water, sunscreen and a hat.
For more information, please contact Nicola Britton, Community Liaison Officer via community@stpeters.qld.edu.au or 3377 6155.
September Holiday Drama Workshop | Disney's Alice in Wonderland
Join the St Peters Drama Club facilitators, BeXD Create, for a September Holiday workshop at the St Peters Performing Arts Centre! In just six days, participants will bring Disney's Alice in Wonderland from script to stage. Open to ages 6–17, all experience levels are welcome!
Year 8 Student's Writing Recognised in Literary Competition
What is the human cost of war? In exploring this question through fiction, Year 8 student Thomas T was awarded third place in the 2024 IEQ & ETAQ Literary Competition in recognition of his riveting World War II-inspired story. Thomas’s story ‘The Tattered Flag’ highlights both the bonds of mateship in battle and the tragedy and futility of war.
Thomas’s writing has been encouraged by his classroom English teacher Ms Bonita Ting. There are many opportunities for budding writers to get their ‘words out into the world’ through competitions promoted on SPLC’s Thinklings website on Firefly.
Contact your English teacher or Mrs Wiedemann at the Exceptional Learners Department to find out how you can develop your literary career.
Kate Wiedemann Gifted & Talented Program Coordinator
Duke of Edinburgh
The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, referred to as Duke of Ed, is a youth development leadership scheme for young people aged 14 to 25 years. Any person can join the award at any time once they have reached the qualifying age. Participants progress at their own pace.
Physical Recreation | Skills | Service
Drop in session: Every Wednesday during lunchtime in DO7
School belonging starts at home | Dr Kelly-Ann Allen
A sense of belonging at school has been linked to better grades, improved physical and mental health and positive outcomes for future education or employment. But what does school belonging mean and what steps can you, as a parent, take to encourage it? Most children first begin to form bonds of belonging with their family circle. As they grow up, their social connections expand beyond the household. Naturally, since kids spend a significant portion of their days at school, the school becomes a key environment to form connections and experience feelings of belonging.
Benefits of school belonging
School belonging is “the extent to which students feel personally accepted, respected, included, and supported by others in the school social environment.” Multiple supports (teachers, parents, peers, etc.) come together to encourage school belonging. When kids feel like they belong at school, they enjoy greater overall wellbeing, improved academic achievements, better physical and mental health and increased self-esteem. They behave better, are kinder and participate more in classroom and extracurricular activities when they feel connected to their schools. School belonging can also have the potential to prevent negative outcomes such as school dropout, low academic achievement, low self-esteem, behavioural issues and feelings of anxiety and loneliness.
Sound good? How can we create a stronger feeling that our kids 'belong' at school?
Offer academic support and encouragement
In a 2007 study of American middle school girls, Pauline Garcia-Reid found that parental support is directly related to school engagement. That’s important because school engagement (e.g., participation in class or extracurriculars) increases school belonging. The students in Garcia-Reid’s study who reported higher levels of supportive parental behaviours were more positively engaged in school.
So, let’s stop the psychobabble and focus on how we do this: The researchers said it’s by having regular conversations about school, classes your kid is taking and plans for the future. These conversations can help nurture a desire to engage and achieve at school and inspire plans for higher education. Pretty simple, right?
Get involved
Research shows involvement is important—but not the controlling kind. Instead, we are going to help build belonging best when we are supportive. What does this mean? Show up to school activities. Take opportunities to provide input in educational decisions. Other examples of at-home involvement include encouraging education conversations and being across schoolwork more generally.
A lot of parents check out of being involved as their children mature. This might not be so helpful. Research suggests that parental school involvement is just as important during the middle and later years of education as it is for younger years. Of course, that may be easier said than done. As teens gain more independence and busy schedules get in the way, it is typical for parents to step back from school involvement. But remember—school involvement comes in many forms. Small steps, like attending a parent evening or getting in touch with a teacher, can still go a long way for your kid’s engagement and performance in school.
Form close family relationships
Positive family relationships incorporate all the strategies we have explored so far. Supportive behaviour, encouraging communication, and active involvement in your kid’s life—at school and beyond—all contribute to a strong relationship. Close family relationships may not seem especially relevant to education. However, research shows that family relationships directly affect school connectedness and academic performance. At the end of the day, it’s about being there for your kids. When kids feel like they can come to you for support and advice in their everyday lives, that feeling will extend to support for school.
A sense of belonging at home, in the community and at school can do wonders for your kid’s academic engagement and achievement. Most of us take the first steps to a healthy sense of belonging at home, closely followed by school. Although we continue to form our sense of belonging throughout our lives, school belonging plays a crucial role in kids’ development and motivation to belong moving forward. Teachers, educational policymakers and parents all have a role to play in encouraging school belonging.
The article above comes from Dr Justin Coulson’s Happy Families website. Have you signed up? Use the link found HERE. Please use the password: happysplci to unlock the many resources included on this website.
Similarly, our UR Strong Friendship Program has many parent resources that allow for conversations over the dinner table.
Activate your free Parent Membership by following the prompts on THIS PAGE.
Once logged in you will be able to explore hundreds of resources available to you and your family.
Lisa Challenor Head of Primary Years
Junior High
Outstanding Service Awards
This week at our Junior High Assembly, students were advised that nominations for the 2024 Outstanding Service Awards are now open. These awards are recognised and valued as perhaps the most significant of the awards presented to students each year. The awards acknowledge individual students’ service contributions to Junior High or the wider College community. They embody the concept of altruism and service leadership, and students who receive these awards are deemed to have demonstrated Plus Ultra through their service endeavours.
The Outstanding Service Awards are not in recognition of participation in various sporting or cultural cocurricular activities, but of how the student has contributed to various activities or events and the way they have assisted others within the College. This contribution can be through volunteering, mentoring, coaching or ongoing assistance to others. Students who have initiated, or played a significant role, in a particular project within the College or broader community—either through fundraising or raising awareness—can also be nominated.
Students may either self-nominate or be nominated by a teacher, coach or other College community member. A detailed summary of the student’s service activities must accompany the nomination. Students can collect a nomination form from Junior High Reception or download the form from their respective Year Level page on Firefly. Nominations close on Monday 28 October (Term 4, Week 5) and the awards will be presented at our 2024 Cocurricular Awards Presentation Ceremony in Week 8 of next term.
Kelly Fox Acting Head of Junior High
Senior School
St Peters You've Got Talent (SPYGT) 2024
Earlier this term, we proudly celebrated St Peters You've Got Talent (SPYGT) 2024, an event that truly highlighted the incredible talents of our students. This year saw a record number of auditions, and the Dron Auditorium was filled with energy and excitement every lunchtime, as over 950 students and staff gathered to enjoy the performances.
SPYGT 2024 was far more than a talent show—it was a celebration of our community's spirit. The event, entirely student-led, brought everyone together, culminating in a sold-out finale. Our finalists, from Years 7–12, delivered exceptional performances, creating an evening of entertainment and unforgettable moments. Adding to the excitement, we were treated to several entertaining acts by our Prefects, Boarder Boys and staff, who all embraced the Barbie theme. Their enthusiastic participation added a fun and lively spirit to the event, making it a truly memorable occasion for everyone involved.
Beyond showcasing talent, SPYGT 2024 was also a successful fundraising effort for the College. Year 9 student Jazzy, this year's winner, donated over $3,500.00 from ticket sales to Beyond Blue, supporting crucial mental health initiatives. The canteen also raised $1,000.00 to support the annual Cambodia Service Tour.
If you couldn't make it to the event but want to catch the performances, you can watch them by clicking the link below:
Thank you to everyone who supported this wonderful event and helped make it a success!
David Rushmore Head of Senior School
The Arts
Performer of the Year – Recital Final
The Dron Auditorium was filled with an incredible array of musical talent on Saturday 10 August for the Performer of the Year – Recital Final. The eight finalists, all playing from memory, performed challenging classical repertoire while displaying an impressive sense of maturity and depth of emotion in their music. They should all feel very proud of their performances.
Aidan H, French Horn
Charlotte Y, Piano
Chloe R, Flute
Coco L, Violin
Mandi S, Piano
Nicholas S, Cello
Peter M, Trumpet
Yehoo M, Viola
Congratulations to Chloe R who was named 2024 Performer of the Year Recitalist. A special thank you to the JAMBO percussion quartet for their special performance as well.
David Deacon Co-Director of Cocurricular Music Head of Strings
Symphonic Winds and Senior Stage Band | Jazzin’ Up the Mall
On Thursday, 18 July, Symphonic Winds and Senior Stage Band members braved the cold, windy weather for their inaugural performance at Jazzin’ Up the Mall in the Queen Street Mall. Jazzin’ Up the Mall is a state competition run by Vivace Music that offers performance opportunities and competition for school ensembles. Symphonic Winds were the proud recipients of First Place in the Division 1, Most Outstanding Concert/Symphonic Band. Not to be outdone, Senior Stage Band were awarded the Division 1, Best Performance of a Jazz Composition. Adjudicator Mr Chris Scott was very complimentary about both ensemble performances.
Symphonic Winds will perform next at our St Peters in Concert – Soiree on Sunday, 8 September, at 5:00pm. You can also catch the Senior Stage Band as they perform as part of Swing into Spring on Friday, 6 September, at 6:30pm in Café 45.
Grantley Sutch Co-Director of Cocurricular Music Head of Bands
Sport
Primary Sport
All information regarding Primary Sport can be accessed via FIREFLY
All information regarding Primary Cocurricular activities can be accessed via FIREFLY
SOUTHERN INTER-LUTHERAN PRIMARY TRACK & FIELD
We are thrilled to share that our athletes shone brightly at the Southern Inter-Lutheran Primary Track & Field event! Our boys and girls in the 11/12 Years categories both won their respective groups, and our 9 Years girls also claimed victory in their group. Thanks to their outstanding performances, we won Division 2 overall and have been promoted!
A big thank you to our dedicated coaches and supportive parents for their invaluable support and encouragement. Your commitment has played a significant role in our success. Parents and students will receive their results once they are published.
GIRLS WATER POLO
Join the St Peters Club Water Polo program! It's a fantastic way for our students to dive into one of Australia’s fastest-growing sports. Our program helps girls build skills and strategies while making new friends. New students starting at St Peters in Term 1, 2025, are welcome to join at the beginning of the 24/25 season, giving them a head start in settling in and forming friendships. For more information, click HERE.
AIC BOYS TOUCH
We are thrilled to announce that St Peters will be entering boys' teams into the Years 5-6 AIC Touch Gala Day on Saturday, 19 October. This event is a fantastic opportunity for our students to showcase their skills and teamwork in a fast-paced and exciting environment. Touch Football not only develops agility and coordination but also encourages strategic thinking and communication. We encourage all interested boys in Years 5–6 to start practising. To register your interest, please click HERE. Further details regarding team selection, training schedules etc will be communicated in the coming weeks.
CASSSA YEARS 5-6 GIRLS BASKETBALL GALA @ ST RITA’S
Our Years 5-6 girls had an amazing time at the CaSSSA Basketball Gala held at St Rita’s College. The event was a fantastic opportunity for them to showcase their skills and progress throughout the day. They played with enthusiasm, displayed great teamwork and had a blast representing St Peters. Well done girls on your hard work and dedication!
AIC TRACK & FIELD MEETS
The meets are open to all boys in Years 5–6, who are encouraged to attend as many meets as possible and to compete in as many events as they can. There is a sign-up form for each separate meet. Data on distances and times will be collected from each meet and used to ultimately select the team for the Championships.
Meet #2 Wednesday 28 August (Week 8) (Basketball Training must be prioritised) SIGN UP HERE
Meet #3 Thursday 5 September (Week 9)
Meet #4 Wednesday 11 September (Week 10)
CHAMPIONSHIP 3–4 October (Term 4 Week 1) (invite only)
MSW PRIMARY YEARS CRICKET TERM 4
In Term 4, St Peters participates in a local club competition known as the MSW Cricket Competition. This competition takes place on Saturdays and includes teams from every age group from Years 4–11. The only exception is the younger girls' team, which plays in a 20/20 format on Friday nights under lights, with games starting at 6:00pm.
The competition runs for 10 weeks, from 5 October to 7 December.
This is a user pay activity which is $395.00 for the season. The cost covers 12 weeks of training and games, including the expenses for coaches. The fee also includes a training shirt, training hat, and a baggy maroon for game day.
St Peters Learn to Swim will be running holiday intensive sessions for all current and new St Peters swimmers which aims to fast-track your child’s swimming progress.
The holiday intensive program offers three 30-minute swimming lessons per week (run on either Monday/Wednesday/Friday or Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday) for $75.00 per swimmer each week. The session time for each level will stay the same for each day for the holiday period.
Please email s.thorpe@stpeters.qld.edu.au and J.hansford@stpeters.qld.edu.au to register for these sessions nominating either one or two weeks and the preferred days (either Monday/Wednesday/Friday or Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday). The holiday program will be run between 10:00am and 1:00pm.
Thursday 22 August – AIC Track and Field Meet 1 at SAF
Wednesday 28 August – AIC Track and Field Meet 2 at SAF
Thursday 5 September – AIC Track and Field Meet 3 at SAF
Wednesday 11 September – AIC Track and Field Meet 4 at SAF
Thursday 12 September – Year 4 and Year 6 Dance Extravaganza at 1:45pm
Thursday 3 & Friday 4 October – AIC Track and Field Championships at QSAC
Saturday 19 October – AIC Touch Gala Day at St Laurence’s College
Boys Sport
Boys Weekly Sport
The first of our AIC Track & Field lead-up meets is on this week. On Thursday night, 22 August, over 60 of our St Peters athletes will compete against seven other AIC colleges in Track and Field events. These lead-up meets offer a great opportunity for our boys in Years 7–12 to compete across multiple events while also experiencing the great camaraderie among our AIC colleges. The AIC Track & Field Championships will be held in Week 1 of Term 4. We strongly encourage all Years 7–12 boys to get involved and attend any of the Track & Field training sessions that they can as well as attending the AIC lead-up meets.
Participating in Track & Field events which encapsulate running, jumping and throwing can only benefit every student's overall sporting prowess and skill development. Being part of the St Peters Track & Field Squad in 2024 will also assist in developing, fostering and establishing greater bonds with their peers whilst growing our college’s spirit and culture.
Rugby League News
After a weekend off from AIC Sport our Rugby League teams have braved the rain and continued to train in the gym or on the field preparing for Round 5. Recently Troy Clarkson, Game development manager from the Dolphins put our Junior Rugby League students through their paces, honing their FUNdamental skills as we continue to prepare for Iona College away at Ambrose Treacy College this weekend. Seniors will play St Laurence’s College at Tivoli. Best of luck to our two teams!
Tennis News
Looking forward to this round of fixtures against Iona College on Saturday, which will undoubtedly be an important day for the AIC Tennis aggregate, with several Iona College teams occupying the top positions on the ladder for both junior and senior teams. Best of luck!
Basketball News
We hope everyone enjoyed their weekend off and is ready for this weekend’s fixtures against Iona College. A few reminders for this weekend:
Please wear the St Peters uniform when travelling to and from matches.
Any extra Basketball jerseys at home should be returned to Sports House as soon as possible.
For those on the scoring roster, if attendance is not possible, arrange a replacement or notify in advance.
If unable to attend inform both the coach and coordinator ahead of time to ensure smooth management.
Thanks for the ongoing dedication!
Track & Field News
Our second meet will take place next Wednesday 28 August at the State Athletics Facility (SAF). All students involved are strongly encouraged to attend as many meets as possible. Students involved in the meet will depart from the internal bus bay at 2:40pm on 28 August. To sign up and reserve your spot on the bus please CLICK HERE. Sign up by Tuesday 27 August by the end of school 3:10pm.
This Week in Sport
AIC Track and Field, Rugby League, Tennis and Basketball are the current in-season AIC Boys Sports this term. For details of times and venues for this weekend’s Round 5 fixtures against Iona College please check the St Peters App.
Please CLICK HERE for Rugby League game day schedule
Please CLICK HERE for Basketball 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, their absence must be communicated to their coaches and the respective coordinator/s.
Please also CLICK HERE to access the AIC Sporting Calendar for 2024.
Matchday expectations
A reminder that all St Peters boys do need to be dressed correctly at both AIC training and at AIC games. All uniform items can be purchased from Shop45 or via School Locker, please refer to the website for opening hours. For matchdays enclosed footwear must be worn to games, no slides or Crocs are to be worn at St Peters or associated AIC schools.
Basketball
Correct Training and Playing Uniform Requirements
At Games – All St Peters AIC Basketballers must be wearing:
St Peters jersey
St Peters maroon PE/sports shorts
Joggers must be worn at all times – No slides or thongs are to be worn at any time
Rugby League
Correct Training and Playing Uniform Requirements
Training – students must wear their ‘Program Shirt’ to their training session.
Games – students are to arrive at their game wearing:
St Peters ‘program shirt’ and then get changed into their jersey
Mouthguard is mandatory
Long maroon football socks
Joggers must be worn at all times – No slides or thongs are to be worn at any time
Tennis
Students to wear full PE uniform with tennis hat to games. First IV to wear the First uniform presented at the start of the season.
Track & Field
Students to wear the Track & Field singlet to all meets
ST PETERS STUDENT SPECTATORS ON GAMEDAYS
Please note, dogs are not permitted on campus to accompany spectators to watch Football or Rugby fixtures (service dogs permitted).
Should any St Peters student be attending a St Peters sporting event/game outside of normal College hours, it is expected that they are 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.
Daniel Fraser Boys Sport Coordinator
Girls Sport
Last weekend’s Orange Round for QGSSSA Volleyball was a tremendous success. It was great to see so many students, staff, parents and friends wearing orange as our community came together to raise funds for a cause close to the heart of the College. A special thank you to Miss Laura Buckby and the Volleyball Parent Support Group for their incredible coordination and hard work. Thanks to their efforts, the BBQ, raffle and bake sale were well-supported, with all proceeds going to the Leukaemia Foundation. We are incredibly proud of everyone who contributed to this important cause.
Looking ahead to this weekend, we wish our Rowing girls the best of luck as they head to Wyaralong Dam for the 2024 Head of the River. The girls, with the guidance of their coaches and the dedicated team led by our Rowing Coordinator Mrs Helen Allard, have worked tirelessly to prepare for this special day. We are all excited to see their hard work pay off. Go well girls!
QGSSSA Winter Sport
Round 6 was a very successful round against Somerville House. All results and ladder positions can be found on the QGSSSA website.
This weekend our teams are spread across multiple venues with other schools filling gaps in the Clayfield College draw. Unfortunately, many teams still have a BYE. Round 8 (MBC Home) and Round 9 (STM Away) will see almost all of our teams in action.
A reminder that we expect that any absences from training or fixtures are communicated to the relevant Sport Coordinator in advance. Please ensure that you arrive on time for your warm-up or duty and in the correct playing uniform.
Rowing
This Saturday, 24 August, is the Brisbane Schoolgirls Rowing Association Head of the River regatta to be held at the Queensland State Rowing Centre, Wyaralong Dam. It is the culmination of more than 20 weeks of training for all our athletes. All the early mornings and gruelling ergo sessions are about to pay off.
St Peters will be represented in the following races this weekend:
Open Vlll+
Senior VIII+ Division 2
Year 10 Division 3
Year 9 Divisions 1, 2, 3 and 4
Year 8 Divisions 1, 2 and 3
The regatta will be live streamed so you can catch all the action even if you are not in attendance at the Dam. Please join the Girls Shed in celebrating their season and give them a warm send-off on Friday, 23 August, for Pink Day – we encourage all students to don their best pink socks and ribbons to show your support for the girls who will be racing on Saturday. Please join them for a War Cry in the Chapel Forecourt at morning tea on Pink Day. I look forward to sharing some stellar results with you all next week!
Track and Field
Last Friday, we had nearly 90 girls represent the College at the first combined Track & Field meet of the season. We had 30 girls achieve season-best performances, which is a fantastic result and a reflection of the hard work they have been putting in at training. With only three weeks left until the QGSSSA Track & Field Championships, I have encouraged the girls to stay committed to training.
As you would have noticed, combined events are very busy. To help manage this, QG has capped the number of competitors in each event for the remaining meets. It’s important to pay close attention to the information we send out on Friday regarding your individual events. Please make sure you arrive on time, focus and give your best effort—this will be key for team selection.
Meet 4 Sign Up
Click here to view the schedule for Meet 4 on Friday 23 August at UQ Athletics Centre.
Click here to confirm your attendance by 9:00am on Thursday 22 August. Please complete this form even if you are not travelling on the bus.
If you are unable to attend Meet 4, please email me to communicate your absence. In your email, please indicate the reason e.g. illness / injury, external sporting commitment, family reasons etc.
Key Dates
Please prioritise the last three Meets so we can finalise our team selection.
Friday 23 August: Meet 4 UQ (4:00pm – 7:45pm)
Friday 30 August: Head 2 Head v MBC * SAF (8:00am – 1:00pm)
Friday 6 September: Meet 6 SAF (4:00pm – 7:45pm)
* Student Free Day – bus will depart IND at 8:00am. More information to follow.
Uniform
Most students should now have the grey long sleeve Track & Field shirt which is available for purchase from the Parent Portal. Please bring your receipt to Sports House to collect your shirt. Remember to bring warm St Peters clothing and note that slides/crocs are not allowed.
Training
We only have three weeks left of training. Please try and prioritise training over the next few weeks. Please check the St Peters App for an updated training schedule. Training for Middle Distance will now take place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons at UQ. Transport to UQ will be provided each afternoon. Transport back to school will only be provided on Tuesday afternoon. Students will need to be collected on Monday and Wednesday afternoons from UQ.
Term 4 Sports
Sign on for all Term 4 Sports is now complete. Training schedules are being finalised and will be communicated by Sport Coordinators and published on the St Peters App.
A reminder that girls must complete their commitments to their in-season sports, these take priority over preseason sports. As always, we encourage the girls to maintain excellent communication with Sport Coordinators and Activities staff.
Student Achievements
We would like to acknowledge student sporting achievements throughout the year. If your daughter has competed at a national or international level, please click here to share the details with us.
Around the College
Future Problem Solving Qualifying Problem
This week, nine of our Year 7–12 Future Problem Solving (FPS) teams completed their ‘qualifying booklet’ on the topic of Antarctica. Teams of four students responded to an unseen future scene on the topic of Antarctica in a focused two-hour session. The six-step FPS model requires teams to identify 16 problems within the future scene, uncover an underlying problem, develop 16 futuristic solutions, devise criteria and rank those solutions, ultimately formulating a plan of action to enact their selected solution.
Teams are allowed to communicate with each other and must work together to complete the competition booklet in an efficient manner. Research is a key element of FPS and evaluators are looking for a broad range of cutting-edge research on Antarctica to be incorporated by teams. Our teams worked diligently in the leadup to the competition and all that hard work paid off on the day of the competition. We have a tense wait until 10 September to see if any of our teams qualify for the next level of competition. This year, the National Finals are in Melbourne in October, potentially leading to the International Conference competition in Bloomington, Indiana in June 2025.
Digital
Robotics | Science Week Visit from Battery World
As an important National Science Week activity, a selection of our Robotics students received a visit from one of our team sponsors, Battery World. The customised session focused on safety and sustainability with topics covering:
Battery safety
Battery management and maintenance
How to avoid a fire (storage, charging, etc) and what to do in case of emergency
Cable management
Battery construction
We even completed an experiment where we learnt how to build and test a single-use battery from a lemon
Our team also provided Battery World staff with an overview of the Robotics program at St Peters, focusing specifically on our FIRST Robotics Competition team #9574 Rock Bots. Battery World attendees included the Battery World Australia General Manager, Battery World Indooroopilly owner and Battery World Indooroopilly manager. Our team received a large selection of technical equipment that will help our team prepare for the next season, including an intelligent battery charger, tool kits, head torches and a large umbrella to protect our robots on rainy days. Most importantly, Battery World Indooroopilly has reinforced its commitment to support our Robotics teams through mentoring and support to ensure our robots are safe and powered up at all times.
Ekka Queensland eSport and Gaming Festival
Day 1, Saturday 10 August – Rocket League We were astounded by the huge eSports venue in the Channel 7 Pavilion with 50 gaming machines set up for matches. Our Rocket League team was initially a little overwhelmed with the huge competition stage, loud music and professional match calling on the big screen. Fortunately, they eventually settled into focusing on match play. During the group stages we put up a good fight, though we were defeated in the first two matches against the two top teams in the competition. With those difficult matches out of the way, the St Peters Panthers smashed the third match, winning 2:0. After a long break came the knock-out semi-finals. Our team narrowly lost the first match, staged a bold comeback for the second match to win and were overpowered in the third match. Congratulations team on breaking the ice for our other eSports teams competing this week. Well done Hamish H, Wystan H and Aarav B.
Day 2, Wednesday 14 August – Farming Simulator On the rainiest day of the week, we were glad to be competing in an indoor event. The Farming Simulator competition is the jewel of the Qld eSports and Gaming Festival Ekka competition. Teams came from as far away as the Lockyer Valley for this highly competitive event. Our team of Harry S, Caleb N and Gilbert G had a decisive win in their first match but were defeated by the four-time winning team in the second match. Throughout the day they improved their teamwork dramatically. In their first batch, they scored only 60 points. In their last two matches, they got two of the highest scores of the day, finishing up with 260 points in their last match. Though the team was knocked out in the semi-finals, they placed a respectable third place and are preparing for a rematch next year.
Day 3, Saturday 17 August This event was the console competition where Queensland schools competed in three console games: FIFA (soccer), NBA (Basketball) and Brawlhalla. This was by far the biggest day of eSports competitions, with more competitors and spectators than all the other days. Our teams played one-on-one matches in a best-of-three for the preliminary rounds. There was a lot of strategy involved in choosing the order of players to enhance their chance to progress through to the final rounds. Our NBA and FIFA teams both placed third after making it into the semifinals. It was fantastic to see the school spirit on display as team members supported each other. The Brawlhalla team were unsuccessful in making it into the semi-final bracket but made the most of the day, trying out a range of other games on offer.
NBA: Hamish S, Tee Jay M and Kai M Brawlhalla: Tanishk V, Jonathan M and Ryan C FIFA: Neo N, Lior T and Owen P
Congratulations to all our eSports players for representing St Peters so well at this highly contested event. Our teams have already devised plans for improving their chances in the competition in 2025. Well done to coaches Matias, Imogen and Lachlan who spent long days with our teams in a busy environment.
Simon Canfield Digital (Robotics) Coordinator
Community
2024 SPOSA Tennis Tournament
The 2024 SPOSA Tennis Tournament was held on Sunday 18 August and proved to be another great afternoon of tennis. It was fantastic to see so many of our tennis students, parents, coaches and Old Scholars come together. With over 30 doubles teams, the day proved very popular, with students from Years 4–12 involved. The sun was out, and the new BBQ located at the Lohe Street courts was put to great use. A huge thanks to the P&F for organising this installation and for the Works crew getting the BBQ up and running in time for the event.
As the sun set, the lights came on, and finals were played. The standard of tennis was impressive and entertaining to watch. Congratulations to our 2024 Champions, Zinta M and Old Scholar Matt Stubbings (2016), and Runners Up Brayden F and Old Scholar Luke Dyer (2023).
Thank you to everyone who participated in the day. The SPOSA Tennis Tournament is always a fantastic event, celebrating the amazing St Peters Tennis community. Special thanks to SPOSA for their continued support for this event, and to the St Peters tennis coaches, led by Mark Lewis. The students loved playing with their coaches and seeing them at the event.
We wish all AIC and QGSSSA Tennis teams all the very best for the remainder of the season!
Row Lester Tennis Support Group President
From the SPOSA Office
St Peters Boys Basketball – 1st V vs Old Scholars Game
Last week St Peters hosted the Boys 1st V vs Old Scholars Basketball game for the first time in a while. The Boys 1st V faced a strong Old Scholar team from Peer Years 2020–2023. It was non-stop action and an exciting game to watch as the good-natured rivalry drove a score that was neck and neck, sometimes just a point separating them throughout the 45 minutes and right up to the very end. In the end, the Old Scholars secured a 70-66 victory.
After the game both teams enjoyed catching up over pizza, donated by SPOSA. Congratulations to the Old Scholars and thank you to all involved, including the teams, coaches, Georgia Smith from Sports House for co-ordinating this fun event and Jane Burton-Smith, President of the P&F for attending. Thanks to the Old Scholars for taking time out of their busy schedules to come back to the College, we always love having you back; Cooper Lewis (2021), Cooper Rowlings (2023), Huy Truong (2020), Lachlain Rolison (2023), Michael Dorr (2020), Tom Graetz (2023), Tsubasa Duggan (2023) and Hugh Dolle (2022). We hope to see you all at the next Old Scholar game!
Amanda Osborne Alumni and Archives Officer
Sponsors and Supporters
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Business Directory 2024-3
List your business with the St Peters Business Directory
If you're a business owner you now have the opportunity to showcase your business to the community through the St Peters Business Directory. This directory serves as a valuable resource for individuals looking for businesses in the area, and listing your business in the directory can help increase visibility and attract potential customers.
Take a look at some of the fantastic businesses we already feature:
Burling Brown are proudly the Architects and Landscape Architects for the upcoming projects at St Peters. With our 45 years experience, Burling Brown have a proud involvement in the design and delivery of landmark projects for Colleges, schools, theme parks and commercial developments. To see their website CLICK HERE.
Studio Joho is an animation studio based in Brisbane. They provide extensive knowledge of animated programming with a strong track record in design, directing, animating, sound design, music composition and production management for TV, film, digital and online programming and iOS games. Studio Joho focus on creating exciting, innovative, high quality and original work that leaps off the screen. To see their website CLICK HERE.
Hatch is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary professional services firm that delivers a comphrehensive array of technological and strategic services, including consulting, information technology, engineering, process development, and project and construction management to the Mining, Metallurgical, Energy, amd Infrastructure sectors. Hatch has served clients for over 80 years and has project experience in more than 150 countries around the world. With 10,000 people in over 65 offices, Hatch has more than $75 billion in projects currently under management. To see their website CLICK HERE.
Rent Star is a specialised residential property management agency servicing all of Brisbane. Rent Star provides leasing, property manangement and rental services with expertise, insight and up-to-date technology with a personal level of service to help investors and landlords eleveate their personal wealth. To see their website CLICK HERE
To list your business in the St Peters Business Directory please contact the Director of Community Engagement: r.thomson@stpeters.qld.edu.au
So, if you're a business owner be sure to take advantage of this valuable resource and list your business in the St Peters Business Directory. Click HERE to see other businesses already listed.
