Fostering a nurturing environment of respectful relationships within your family holds the key to not only harmonious living but also improved academic outcomes for your children. As parents and caregivers, embracing the art of teaching children about respect at a young age sets the stage for a lifetime of healthy interactions and empathetic understanding. It will help cultivate a positive environment where communication flourishes, conflicts are resolved constructively and bonds are fortified.
Teaching children to respect themselves and others will open up avenues for both personal growth and academic achievement. Fostering an environment where respect is not just a word, but a practised behaviour, will empower young people with essential life skills. Effective communication, active listening, and the art of compromise will provide your child with a solid foundation that will transcend family interactions and help them collaborate effectively with peers, teachers and the broader community.
Equipping children with an understanding of healthy versus unhealthy relationships is an important aspect of their development. It will guide them to make informed choices, foster positive connections and set boundaries that contribute to their emotional wellbeing. Understanding the nuances between healthy and unhealthy relationships provides children with the essential tools to navigate their social world, build self-esteem and cultivate meaningful relationships.
In this edition of SchoolTV, learn how to empower young people in healthy interactions to embrace differences and forge connections that honour their self-worth. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this month’s edition, and we always welcome your feedback.
If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the school for further information or seek medical or professional help. To watch this month's edition CLICK HERE.
Lisa Delaney Deputy Head of College
Long Service Leave
From 2 September - 31 October, I will be taking Long Service Leave. During this time Lisa Challenor, currently Head of Primary Years will be Acting Deputy Head of College. I’m sure that you will show your support and encouragement to Lisa Challenor as she steps into the Acting role.
I look forward to the many opportunities to see you all at the end of year celebrations.
Lisa Delaney Deputy Head of College
Ministry
A Father Who Sings
“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” Zephaniah 3:17
We had a 21st birthday party at our place this month. It was a delight to reminisce about our daughter’s birth. At the very civilised hour, just after midday and after two sons, along came a baby girl. What a delight it was to receive another gift of God’s grace. Soon after our daughter was born a tune developed in my head, some words came to mind and out came a song. I took my guitar to the hospital and sang it to my wife and newborn baby.
Thank you, Father, for your kindness For the good things from your hand You have made us in your likeness, Made according to your plan Earth below, the sky above Woman, man, the gift of love Thank you, Lord, Gracious God, For this precious little one, Wrap this child in your love In the new life of the Son.
There were a couple more verses. It’s a simple but heartfelt song of thanks to God for his grace and a prayer that God would give this child new life in Jesus. The day I sang this in the hospital emotions were high, and as I sang my wife’s tears flowed. The song turned out well enough to sing on the day of our daughter’s baptism, Father’s Day in 2002.
This is what our daughters and sons do to us. They make us do strange things, like writing songs and singing about them. Like going to see Barbie with them, and maybe secretly enjoying it! Like encouraging them to persist with practising the violin. Like taking one’s life into one’s hands and teaching them to drive. Like doing a late-night pickup when their evening hasn’t gone as well as expected.
As we celebrate our fathers on Father’s Day, we remember that we all have a Father in heaven, who delights over us. Zephaniah describes God as the Mighty Warrior who saves, who rejoices over his children with singing. It might not be your first impression of God, but this is who God is – a devoted Father, who sings with joy over his children.
We have a loving Father who would do anything for us his beloved children, and does in Jesus. This Father’s Day, let’s thank God for our Fathers, especially our Father in heaven.
Pastor Matt Wilksch Springfield Chaplain
Important Notices
General Notices | Semester 2 Sport Photos
Semester 2 Sport Photos (Years 7 - 12) | Tuesday 12 September
Semester 2 Sport Photos will take place on Tuesday 12 September in the Gym.
Please CLICK HERE for the schedule. Students will also be advised of photo times by email.
Class Photo Packs & Family/Sibling Photo Packs
Ordered Class/Portrait and Family/Sibling photo packs ordered in May have been delivered to the College and distributed to students.
Cocurricular Photo Order Envelopes
Cocurricular personalised photo order envelopes (Music, Sport (Semester 1), Debating, Duke of Edinburgh, Children of Old Scholars etc) will be delivered to the College in Week 8 with the online order date closing Friday 22 September.
Upcoming Photo Dates
Tuesday 12 September – Semester 2 Sport Photos (Years 7 - 12)
Monday 16 October – Semester 2 Primary Sport Photos
Contact
If you have any questions or issues with your order, please contact MSP directly on 3865 4291 or email admin.brisbane@msp.com.au
Sinnamon Road south-bound off-ramp closure
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) advises that the Sinnamon Road south-bound off-ramp in Jindalee will close intermittently for night works for two weeks starting from Monday, 21 August 2023.
The temporary closure is required for ongoing drainage work in Amazons Place Park and will include a single lane closure on the Centenary Highway southbound. Traffic control and variable message signs will be in place to direct motorists. During the closure, motorists will be diverted to the Seventeen Mile Rocks Road off-ramp, approximately 500m further south. The off-ramp will re-open from 5:00am after each night shift.
Please find attached our notification for more details about the works, including expected impacts and contact details for questions and concerns. TMR appreciates your patience and cooperation while these important works are carried out.
Join us as we celebrate all things St Peters this October! We’re extremely excited to come together with our College community at this year’s Gala Ball. Expect a night of laughter, entertainment and great company as we gather together to support the extremely worthwhile cause - Youngcare Australia.
Tickets include a three-course meal, 4-hour drink package and entertainment – the fabulous Baker Boys Band. There will be a range of incredible raffle prizes up for grabs, as well as a live auction.
All proceeds from the 2023 Gala Ball will be donated to support the amazing work done by Youngcare in the wider community. To find out more, visit Young Care's website HERE.
Thank you to our sponsors, Allclear Print & Signs, Ray White Springfield, VBR Lawyers, Merchant Warrior, Motorama Ford and Image Developments Pty Ltd for sponsoring this event.
We look forward to seeing you at the Ball!
St Peters Bilingual Book Competition 2023
Greetings, budding writers, and artists of St Peters!
Ever dreamt of writing your own storybook? Perhaps you're proud of your home language or the one you've been learning at school. This is your moment to shine, and this year, there's an exciting new dimension!
Introducing the 'St Peters Make Your Own Story Book with Illustrations' creative writing competition. We're on the lookout for original, captivating bilingual storybooks adorned with beautiful illustrations, crafted by you!
Why participate?
Prizes: Win up to $100.00.
Achieve recognition: Winning stories will be published either as a physical book or an eBook for our Library members to borrow.
New this year: Winning entries will be supported to create a storytelling video of their book.
Contribute to the rich tapestry of our school’s linguistic and cultural diversity.
Who can participate?
All St Peters students from Years 7 - 10.
Key Information
Craft a storybook that includes compelling illustrations.
Your story can delve into any school-age appropriate subject.
Both individual and group entries are welcome.
If you're a master storyteller but need a hand with illustrations or translations, team up! Collaborative entries are highly encouraged.
How to Submit
Deadline: All entries must be submitted by 6 October 2023.
Physical Submissions: Hand in your physical book at the Junior High Reception.
Recognition
Should your book be published, all contributors including; writers, illustrators and translators will be duly recognised on the cover page.
Sample Video
Curious about how the storytelling video might look? Check out this exemplary sample HERE.
Announcement
Hold onto your creative hats! Winners will be announced in Week 3, Term 4, 2023.
Where to find more details
For a comprehensive overview of rules, guidelines and more, please visit the Bilingual Books Project under the Firefly page of Indooroopilly Secondary Languages or directly from HERE.
So, ignite your imagination, collaborate if desired and let's cherish the beautiful diversity of languages at St Peters. We eagerly await to dive into your stories—and experience them come alive through video!
Happy writing, illustrating and storytelling!
Maggie Jin Curriculum Leader Assistant – Languages
Around the College
Leichhardt Fundraiser
For their House rotation, Leichhardt organised a ‘mini carnival’ to raise money for their nominated charity RUOK? and participated in activities that allowed them to enjoy getting to know and check in with their ‘House mates’ from Years 7 - 12.
R U OK? is a public health promotion charity that encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives.
Their work focuses on building the motivation, confidence and skills of the help-giver – the person who can have a meaningful conversation with someone who is struggling with life.
A special thank you to Year 11 Leichhardt students who worked hard to fill the Year 12’s shoes while completing their mock exams.
Lucy Boland Leichhardt House Patron
Academic Matters
From the Academic Hub
YEAR 12 MOCK EXAMS
At the time of publication, the Year 12 IB and QCAA students will have completed their final round of Mock exams. The coming weeks will provide opportunities for rich and targeted feedback on the student responses. These focus sessions will be invaluable to the students.
YEAR 11 QCAA EXAM BLOCK
The Year 11 QCAA students start their exam block this week and for the majority of subjects, this is the final piece of assessment for Unit Two. Exam sessions and times can be found on firefly HERE. Wishing students all the best on their assessments.
Primary Years
Primary Years News
Congratulations must go to Mrs Katie Bryant on her recent award from ACEL (The Australian Council for Educational Leaders). Katie won the Pivotal People Leadership Award for her work in Early Years Literacy.
Katie has been instrumental in leading and implementing a bespoke evidence-based literacy program, which has proven to be a pivotal change for both students and teachers alike.
I know that you will join me in congratulating Katie for her continued dedication and commitment to the youngest students at St Peters.
THREE-WAY CONFERENCES
As part of our Primary Years reporting process, we will hold Three-Way Conferences at the end of Term 3. This year, these will be on 14 and 15 September. As they are individual conversations, you will be required to make an appointment. Please refer to the letter sent out on Monday 28 September for further information.
Three-Way Conferences are different from Parent Teacher Interviews as they provide an opportunity for each student to be an active participant in the conversation about their learning.
The goals of Three-Way Conferences are:
To help students demonstrate evidence of learning.
To teach students the process of reflection and self-evaluation.
To facilitate the development of students' organisational and oral communication skills and to increase their self-confidence.
To encourage students, parents and teachers to engage in open and honest dialogue.
To encourage students to accept personal responsibility for their learning.
To increase parent understanding of their child’s learning through the reporting process.
Be communicators by expressing thoughts and ideas.
Be balanced by considering themselves, academically and socially.
Be risk-takers by trying new ideas or strategies.
Be caring by being genuinely interested.
Be thinkers by making decisions.
Be open-minded by respecting different points of view.
Be principled by being honest and fair.
Be reflective by thinking about strengths and weaknesses.
During this meeting, the student, parents and the teacher collaborate to establish and identify the student’s strengths and areas for improvement. This may lead to the setting of new goals, with all determining how they can support the achievement of the goals. Students may share various samples from their portfolios; however, there will not be time to look through all entries. Please remember that those students with digital portfolios can access these at any time via Firefly. Younger students with hard copy portfolios, Prep – Year 2, will take them home after your meeting so that you can continue to have conversations over the break. These portfolios will need to be returned in the first week of Term 4.
We look forward to welcoming you later this term to share in your child’s learning journey.
Simone Mitchell Head of Teaching and Learning Prep – Year 6
Book Week
Since 1945, The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) has celebrated CBCA Book Week in educational institutions, bookstores and libraries across Australia. The theme for CBCA Book Week 2023 was ‘Read, Grow, Inspire’ and students in Primary Years certainly grew themselves as readers throughout Term Three. From library lessons, competitions, lunchtime craft and activities, book picnics and a book fair – Book Week was an opportunity for growth and inspiration.
As a part of CBCA Book Week, Primary Years students and staff participated in our annual Book Week Dress Up and Giving Day. Students dressed as their favourite book characters and staff wore pyjamas in support of the Pyjama Foundation – our charity of focus for CBCA Book Week 2023. The Pyjama Foundation supports children living in out of home care, who often move from home to home and to different schools which adversely affects their access to books and literacy support. Money raised allows community mentors called 'Pyjama Angels' to be recruited, screened, trained and then matched with a child in care. Together they read books, play educational games, do home-work and so much more. Most importantly, they empower children with learning, life skills and confidence to reach their full potential.
Megan Daley Lower Primary Teacher Librarian
Book Week has become an important event in the life of primary schools around Australia. Each year across Australia, schools and libraries spend a week celebrating books, together with Australian authors and illustrators, as part of Book Week Celebrations. For 2023 Book Week celebrated the theme 'Grow, Read, Inspire' and students in the Primary Years celebrated with a day of dressing as a favourite book character, along with many other exciting activities connected to our libraries and literature.
Thanks must go to our Primary Years Library staff, Christina Wheeler, Megan Daley, Jo McNeilly, Ana Malta, Danielle Richards and Louise Andrews, for their organisation and commitment to Book Week in our Primary Years Libraries.
Simone Mitchell Head of Teaching and Learning Prep – Year 6
Junior High
UQ Women in Engineering
Last week as part of the 2023 UQ Engineering Ambassadors Program, Xavier C, King Y and Lara B (Year 11 students) organised for Amanda Merrick from the University of Queensland to come and speak at the Junior High Assembly about all the opportunities that are on offer for women in Engineering at UQ.
Amanda is currently undertaking the role of Development and Communications Coordinator for Women in Engineering at UQ. Through their programs, they have increased the participation of female engineering students from 18% in 2013 (when the program began) to 27% in 2022. Amanda provided valuable information to the students of Junior High about the different areas of Engineering on offer at UQ and what engineers do, and explained the importance of diversity in the workplace.
A key example that Amanda shared on the importance of a diverse workplace, especially in the engineering profession, was that when cars are manufactured, they are done so after testing the safety features, such as airbags, using a crash test dummy representing the 50th percentile male, who is 175cm tall and would have a mass of approximately 78 kg. So those who do not adhere to those specifications have a greater chance of an injury in a car crash. Women, for instance, have a 30% increased fatality rate when involved in a car accident than the 50th percentile male.
I’m sure that Junior High all took something important from Amanda’s speech, and I’d like to extend a large thank you to Amanda Merrick and the Women in Engineering Department at UQ for providing an excellent learning opportunity for the students.
Lara B Year 11
Senior School
Senior Japanese Cultural Activity Excursion
On Friday August 24 our senior Japanese learners embarked on a journey of exploring authentic Japanese culture through a range of cultural activities provided by the Japanese Culture Centre at the beautiful Japanese Garden of Mt. Coot-tha, Botanic Gardens. The Years 10 and 11 students tried on Japanese Yukata, a classic attire for both Japanese young boys and girls and learnt folk songs, singing and dancing in those traditional outfits. This was but a prelude to the exquisite tea ceremony that followed, guided by a group of Japanese tea masters. Our students were amazed by the rich rituals and were in awe by the meaning that each procedure of the ceremonies represented. This experience expanded their horizons of cultural appreciation and plunged them into the profound depths of the Japanese way of life.
Susan Xue Teacher
The Arts
IB Art Exhibition
Swing into Spring: Friday 8 September 7:00pm
It's nearly time for Swing into Spring! On Friday 8 September, please come and join us for a great night of food, fun, dance and laughter whilst being entertained by the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Stage Bands and Jazz Combos as well as our guest performers, The Mark Pradella Band. What a great way to celebrate the end of term (nearly)! The music starts at 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start of the main event. All are welcome!
What is Swing into Spring?
For those who may be new to the School, or just new to Swing into Spring; here are a few tips to help you plan for the evening
Think of this event as a fun filled indoor picnic – tickets are purchased however no set seating is provided, it’s first in, first served. Either organise a table with friends or join a table with friends you haven’t met yet.
Bring along your picnic basket (which contains your food, drinks and 'supplies' in the way of crockery, cutlery, glasses etc. Whilst everyone caters for themselves, the food you bring is usually shared with others on your table.
Please also remember to bring some small change or your credit card, there are games to be played throughout the evening as well as raffle tickets to be purchased with many wonderful and varied gifts up for grabs, after all this is the major fundraising event for the year for the Music Support Group and all the proceeds are channelled back into helping to enrich the music experience of every child at St Peters.
Tickets are $60.00 for a family, $25.00 for an adult and $10.00 for students. Performing students are free. Raffle tickets can also be purchased in advance. Please secure your tickets early by CLICKING HERE.
If you would like to support the Music Support Group raffles by making a donation in cash or goods, please contact Margaret Hammer at: MusicSupportGroup@stpeters.qld.edu.au Raffle prizes can be delivered to Reception at the PAC up until Thursday 7 September.
It's a fantastic, fun filled family event – we hope you can join us!
See you on the dance floor,
David Deacon, Grantley Sutch and Christine Taylor Co-Directors of Cocurricular Music
Primary Twilight at the PAC - Thursday 31 August
The Primary Twilight at the PAC on Thursday 31 August will showcase cocurricular music in the Primary years. In two short, show-and-tell concerts, all Primary Ensembles will share with their family and friends what they’ve been working on during rehearsals in Term 3.
These concerts are free and there is no need to book tickets. Parents, friends, and families are invited to choose their own seats in the Auditorium.
The PAC Servery will be open to serve hot and cold snacks and drinks from 5:00pm and during the interval between the Lower and Upper Primary Concerts.
We look forward to a lovely evening of music,
Christine Taylor, David Deacon, Grantley Sutch Co-Directors of Cocurricular Music
An Invitation for all St Peters Chorale Alumni to sing again with Chorale
The Choral Gala Concert in St Peters Auditorium on Saturday 7 October (7:00pm) will be a celebration of choral music at St Peters.
As part of this concert, all St Peters Chorale alumni are warmly invited to join with Chorale 2023 to create a massed choir performance of Gabriel Faure’s Requiem – a classic of St Peters Chorale repertoire as well as one of the most well-known choral pieces in the world today.
There will be two rehearsals for this massed choir performance prior to the concert:
Choral Rehearsal - Monday 2 October (King’s Birthday Public Holiday) 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Rehearsal with Orchestra – Friday 6 October 6:00pm – 9:00pm.
Whilst ideally, alumni will be able to attend both rehearsals, availability to join us for at least one is necessary to be part of the performance.
To express your interest in being involved and to receive further information, please CLICK HERE.
We look forward to catching up and singing again with many past members of Chorale. Please pass this invitation on to all who may be interested.
Please come and join us for a very special and historic night of choral music at St Peters.
Christine Taylor Head of Choirs
Sport
Boys Sport
“Do you know what my favourite part of the game is? The opportunity to play.” - Mike Singletary
St Peters First V Basketball last Saturday went up against Iona College in what was an exciting and gritty game played with skill and passion. Displaying great effort at both ends of the court, the players were able to come together well as a team resulting in victory.
With focus and enthusiasm, they came back from being down in the first quarter to then maintain the lead on the scoreboard throughout the remainder of the game. Ultimately, coming away with a courageous win. It was a great all-round effort by St Peters First V players and coaches. Congratulations on winning with class and demonstrating great sportsmanship. Best of luck against Padua College this Saturday in Round 6.
It was also on the Courts at UQ that our St Peters First IV Tennis Team also shone. They too have proven that they are deserving of recognition for their determination, relentlessness and resilience. In what was one of the most tense but exciting rounds of Firsts Tennis. Congratulations to all the First V members particularly to Luke D who was incredible in his singles game!
With five wins for the season, St Peters First IV go up against Padua College in what will be a challenging and exciting round of AIC Tennis. We are confident that they are up to this challenge and will be as tenacious as ever to get the win when they take the court on Saturday.
We wish all our St Peters Basketball and Tennis Teams every success this weekend – Plus Ultra!
This coming Saturday, all St Peters Boys’ Basketball and Tennis teams will verse Padua College in Round 6 of AIC Term 3 sport. Our Junior teams will play ‘Away’ in both Basketball and Tennis whilst our Senior teams will play at ‘Home’ to Marist College.
We request all boys playing Basketball or Tennis for St Peters to please check the St Peters App for this weekend’s times and venues
For the Round 6 Tennis Draw vs Padua College CLICK HERE For the Round 6 Basketball Draw vs Padua College CLICK HERE
Basketball Success
Congratulations to Kye VB and Cooper R who have been invited to attend the U17 National Emus Team Selection Camp in Canberra this week. 15 players have been selected to attend the camp from across the country. If selected, they will represent Australia in the Fiba Under 17 Oceania Championship in Papua New Guinea. Best of luck to these seniors on a huge achievement!
Dress Standards at AIC Sporting Fixtures
An important reminder to all students about our College’s expectation surrounding correct dress standards at AIC fixture games for both players and student spectators:
All students playing Basketball and Tennis must be dressed in the correct playing attire (including socks). If weather is cool, only the St Peters Track Top and Track Pants are to be worn.
Footwear – joggers are to be worn at all times by those students participating in AIC sport. No open footwear (eg. Slides or thongs etc) is to be worn at any time.
All student spectators are to be dressed in St Peters winter formal uniform. Students who have played earlier in the day can be dressed in the sports uniform to support. Students attending AIC games who are not dressed in the correct St Peters attire will be asked to leave.
St Peters Track & Field Lead Up Meets
St Peters Track & Field training is now underway. We are extremely excited for the 2023 AIC Track & Field season, and we are sure it will not disappoint.
Our 2023 AIC Lead Up Meets for Track & Field are on the following days, please mark these dates off in your calendar:
AIC T&F Lead Up Meet 3 – Thursday 7 September at SAF, Nathan (4:00pm to 7:30pm)
AIC T&F Lead Up Meet 4 – Wednesday 13 September at SAF, Nathan (4:00pm to 7:30pm)
AIC T&F Championships – Thursday 5 October & Friday 6 October at SAF, Nathan
For further information about training and upcoming AIC Track & Field meets, please refer to the St Peters App.
For the 2023 Track & Field Calendar CLICK HERE For the 2023 Track & Field Training Schedule CLICK HERE
Term 3 Coordinator Contact Details
The below named Coordinators have already been communicating via email with all boys who have signed on and who have been attending training. We do ask that all boys please open and read these informational emails that pertain to their chosen sport for Term 3.
Our AIC Term 3 Boys Sport Coordinators for 2022 are:
With regards to wet weather and any unforeseen or potential cancellations of AIC sports, please ensure that you keep an eye out for notifications and alerts via the St Peters App.
Jeremy Lohe Boys Sport Coordinator
Girls Sport
BSRA – GIRLS ROWING HEAD OF THE RIVER
Last Saturday was the 2023 Head of the River and our girls certainly did us proud. It was an early start for the girls as they ventured to Wyaralong Dam, after a tough final regatta due to windy conditions, there was a lot of excitement for the final regatta of the BSRA season.
Well done to Mrs Helen Allard and her amazing team, they do an incredible job with the logistics of running this program to give the girls an amazing Rowing experience.
Thank you to Helen, all our coaches, our parents and girls for a wonderful season.
We wish the crews preparing for the State Championship in Bundaberg in two weeks’ time all the best with their preparations.
The St Peters Girls Rowing Shed had a fantastic day out at the BSRA Head of the River regatta last Saturday 26 August. The highlights of the day were the gold medal performances from Steph P in the Year 9 Single Scull and the Senior Four of Eva H, Bridget D, Charli S, Bella B and Esther L. Steph P built on her success in the single from 2022 to beat some very competitive peers from St Hilda’s and Brisbane State High School. Steph P will go on to race the Championship Girls Year 9 Single Scull at the upcoming QLD Schools State Championships from 16-18 September in Bundaberg.
The Senior 4+ win is a testament to the determination and tenacity of our rowing program this year. This crew has been mired by illness, injury and misadventure all year in their preparation to defend the title from 2022. We are indebted to Eva H and Bridget D for rejoining the program after some time away in order that this crew could qualify to race. Charli S, who is new to the rowing program in 2023, has done an outstanding job of developing her technical skills to race standard and Bella B and Esther L have worked hard and maintained the faith all season. Coach Madeleine Williams has done an outstanding job to ensure the crew was as prepared as possible. Collectively, the effort of this crew in the face of what, at times, seemed like insurmountable odds is a credit to them and a demonstration of the grit and loyalty that rowing engenders in students. Their gold medal is hard earned and very well deserved.
We can also commend our Year 8 and Year 9 crews who have worked extremely hard to come within a few seconds of a podium finish. The Year 8 second quad was especially unlucky this year to finish seventh less than one second off the podium and the only photo finish of the regatta this year. The first and second crews in these grades will also compete at States in a few weeks and are back training hard to find some extra speed for their next races. Our Year 10 first quad also had a difficult year with injury and raced well in a highly competitive field.
The highlight of the Head of the River is the Open 8+ race and St Peters 1st VIII (Megan B, Niamh S, Poppy Y, Mac B, Jess M, Laura K, Robyn M, Tiare R and Olivia A) did a stellar job of staying with the top crews throughout the race to finish in seventh place behind an extremely fast All Hallows crew who won the event for the first time in 23 years from St Margarets in second and St Hilda’s in third place. This event was the final race in the BSRA careers of our Year 12 students Megan B, Niamh S and Robyn M. We wish them well in their exams next term and look forward to seeing them back on the water in the future. I wish to thank Megan B and Robyn M, Rowing Captains for 2023, for their leadership and the camaraderie they have brought to the shed this year. The 1st VIII will also race at the upcoming State Championship regatta and we wish them the very best of luck in Bundaberg for their final, final race in St Peters colours.
AUSTRALIAN CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
Congratulations to Claire R, Lilja J, Ava K, Sienna B and Gabrielle S who represented Queensland at the Australian Cross Country Championships last weekend in Stromlo Forrest, Canberra.
What a wonderful experience for the girls, they all performed well on the challenging course with special mention to Gabby who placed first in the U17 age group and Claire who placed second in the U12 age group. Well done girls, you have trained incredibly hard, and we are very proud of you.
WINTER FIXTURES - NETBALL, VOLLEYBALL, HOCKEY & TENNIS
Two rounds to go!
Round 8: Saturday 2 September v Ipswich Girls' Grammar School (Away) Round 9: Saturday 9 September v St Hilda’s School (Home). Please note, St Hilda’s does not have any Hockey teams.
Round 7 was another great round of Sport for our girls. Our Tennis, Hockey, Netball and Volleyball teams enjoyed the challenge of taking on the powerhouse of Brisbane State High School and did amazingly well.
Round 8 this Saturday we take on Ipswich Girls' Grammar School Away at their venues, we are looking forward to the challenge. Good luck to all our teams!
Please watch for communication from your respective sport coordinators and keep an eye on the St Peters App for the weekly draws. Please ensure you arrive on time and in the correct uniform to prepare for your games. Good luck girls!
Reminder - communicate if unable to attend a Training Session or a Game. Early communication is particularly important for games.
Attendance at training across our sports has at times been poor, and there has been no communication from many girls. It is important as we continue to work on building culture in our programs that girls/families understand attendance at training is expected. Of course, we understand missing some training sessions is not avoidable but where possible please arrange appointments outside training times.
St Peters played host to BSHS at the Nissan Arena for Round 7 of the QGSSSA competition.
A late court change saw the 7C team take to the Show Court and they did not disappoint. Continuing the form displayed last week they led from start to finish to post a comfortable win. The 7B team may have started slowly but a great second quarter put them in a comfortable position to bring home the win. Unfortunately, the 7A and 8A teams were not able to overcome a more disciplined opponent and had to settle for a loss.
Back on Show Court for the main event and the Open game was fast and furious. The girls got off to a great start in the first quarter but were not able to shake the opposition leading into half time. Fortunately, on the back of a lovely shooting display the girls were able to exert their dominance in the second half and pull away to secure a comfortable win. Both the 8B and 8C teams were clearly in control from the opening quarter and were able to build on their lead to post big wins. The 9A team was not able to overcome a strong defensive effort from BSHS and suffered the only loss of the round.
In Round 3 it was the 10B1 team that took to the Show Court. The girls started strongly to lead at the first break but did not have it all their own way until the last quarter when they were able to pull away to post a solid win. The 10A team looked determined to erase the disappointment of last week and led narrowly at the end of the first quarter. Coach Kylie need not have ever worried as the girls played some lovely Netball to increase their lead at every break and win comfortably. The 9B team started slowly and gave away a lead that unfortunately they were not able to recover despite some determined play throughout the remaining three quarters.
For the final Round, the Senior A team took to the Show Court knowing the Premiership was on the line. With so many lead changes throughout the game, the result was in doubt up until the buzzer went. A penalty in the circle, a cool head as the ball went through the hoop and the Senior A team won by one and the Show Court delivered four wins from four games. The Senior B game with these girls also vying for the premiership was a tightly contested game until half time when they were able to exert their dominance and gradually pull away for a comfortable win. Hoping to make a clean sweep of the Senior games the C team were involved in a close contest and although they took the lead in the final quarter, were not able to hang on and went down by one.
The most gallant effort of the day must go to the 9C team. Faced with the decision to forfeit or play with only five, the girls chose the tough option and took to the court. They may have been clearly undermanned but with a positive outlook and a steely determination they led from the outset and the result was never in doubt.
What an impressive result to finish the day and contribute to 10 wins from 15 games against a formidable opponent. Well Done Ladies.
Written by Nicki Bygraves (Game Day Manager)
Round 8 Draw v Ipswich Girls Grammar School: Saturday 2 September – Please CLICK HERE for the draw
It is fantastic to see so many girls committing to training and attending meets. The countdown is on to the QGSSSA Track & Field Championships meaning all girls need to be attending the meets. Please sign on using the link in Mr Lohe’s email.
This Friday 1 September our girls will go head-to-head with Moreton Bay College on the Student Free Day. Please ensure you read all information carefully and any questions, please see Mr Lohe.
The final Track & Field meet of the 2023 season will be held on Friday 8 September, this meet is compulsory for all girls wishing to be a part of the QGSSSA team.
Go Saints!
DATE CLAIMER – QGSSSA Track & Field Championships– Thursday 13 September
TERM 4 SPORTS
Sign on for all Term 4 Sports is now complete.
Reminder – Girls must complete their commitments to their in-season sports, these take priority over pre-season sports.
If the girls choose more than one sport, communication is the key, please advise the respective sport coordinator at the start of the season.
After an amazing introduction to the QGSSSA over the last two years, the QGSSSA Junior Australian Rules Competition Days will be held on the following days.
Competition Days
Round 1 - Saturday 21 October Round 2 - Saturday 28 October Round 3 - Saturday 4 November Round 4 - Saturday 11 November Round 5 – Saturday 18 November
MATCH CONDITIONS SUMMARY
12 a-side on field and 3 interchange players
Half field ground size
15-minute halves, 5-minute break
Modified tackling, bumping permitted
Bouncing the ball (two max)
No kicking off the ground
Mouth guards are compulsory
All details re trials/training have been emailed to the girls who have signed on and the Term 3 schedule can be found on the St Peters App.
The 2023 – 2024 BWPI Water Polo Season trials will be held during training times in Week 9 and Week 10, details have been emailed to all girls who have signed on and the Term 4 trials schedule can be found on the St Peters App.
It is important for selection that all girls attend all training sessions/trials.
Year 5 (born in 2012 only) and Year 6 girls are invited to trial, please check for an email from Mrs Champion.
A few key points to consider before signing on to Water Polo
The season runs for Term 4 2023 and Term 1 2024 – the commitment is for both terms.
Training sessions are held in the 50m pool in the evenings.
There is a fee associated with playing Water Polo for St Peters – further details to follow.
Training details and times to follow once you have signed on
SOFTBALL
There have been changes to the QGSSSA Softball competition, all Softball will be played in Term 1, 2024.
Sign on and details of the Term 4 pre-season training sessions/trials will be emailed early in Term 4.
On Thursday a team of girls selected from Years 7 – 10 will represent St Peters at the CBSQ Junior Secondary Wildcard Challenge. Our team will be competing hard over the two day tournament to attempt to advance through to the Junior Secondary Championships that will be held down the Gold Coast in Term 4. Good luck Girls!
TOUCH ALL SCHOOLS
To continue building the Touch Program, St Peters will be entering U13, U15 and U18 teams into the All Schools Touch Competition to be held in Term 4 down the Gold Coast.
This exciting opportunity will give many of our girls the opportunity to continue to develop their Touch game.
Details have been emailed to the girls invited to play; any questions please contact Miss Laura Buckby – l.buckby@stpeters.qld.edu.au
COMMUNITY RUN CLUB
Community Run Club continues all year round - Join our Running Community on Friday mornings, meet at 6:30am at the St Peters Bus Stop. It is a wonderful way to improve your fitness and meet other members of the community.
When attending/watching any other St Peters sporting fixtures, girls are asked to ensure they are wearing their St Peters Formal uniform or if they are playing, their St Peters playing uniform is allowed. (PE Uniform or casual clothing is not allowed).
WET WEATHER SPORT CANCELLATIONS
Please keep an eye on the St Peters App for cancellations. We will endeavour to do this by 1:30pm for afternoon training sessions and 5:30am for morning training sessions. Updates for game days will also be provided, students will also receive an email.
Anne-Marie Champion Girls Sport Coordinator
Tennis PSG End of Season Breakup
Community
St Peters Supporter Polo Shirts
The P&F is pleased to announce that Supporter Polo Shirts have arrived! Polos are available in both Mens (XS-3XL) and Womens (6-20) adult sizes for $60.00 each.
Payment can be made via the Online Payments Portal. Once orders are processed, you will receive an email to confirm your order is ready for collection from Ross Roy Reception.
We look forward to a sea of maroon at games, matches, regattas and meets in the coming months.
Nicola Britton Community Liaison Officer
P&F | SPOSA Trivia Night photos
Photos from the 2023 Trivia Night are now available to view on Firefly. Thank you to Hing and Esther from AESOP Media.
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:
Aston Air-conditioning is proud to be one of south-east Queensland's leading mechanical services contractors. Expert industry leaders in design and installation including maintenance of commercial and residential air-conditioning systems. To see their website CLICK HERE.
The Endodontic Group combines specialist expertise, advanced technology and a compassionate approach to treatment to give every patient the best possible experience and outcome. To see their website CLICK HERE.
Little Locals Auchenflower has just opened a brand new early learning centre in a converted church on Milton Road. As well as stained glass windows, a slide entrance and water play, the centre provides exceptional service to the families and their little ones in the local community. To see their website CLICK HERE.
The McHardy Group provide electrical services to residential, commercial and industrial clients - from simple repairs and fault finding to new build electrical design and installation. To view their website CLICK HERE
NAB Health understand the opportunities and challenges you face everyday, and by working exclusively with healthcare businesses and professionals across Australia, we're able to find you the best, most comprehensive financial solutions for your business. To view 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.
