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Psalm 8:
“Lord, our Lord,
how majestic is your name in all the earth!
You have set your glory
in the heavens.
Through the praise of children and infants
you have established a stronghold against your enemies.
When I consider your heavens,
the work of your fingers,
the moon and the stars,
which you have set in place,
what is humankind that you are mindful of them,
human beings that you care for them?
You have made them a little lower than the angels
and crowned them with glory and honour.
You made them rulers over the works of your hands;
you put everything under their feet.”

It is one thing to be surrounded by beauty and gift; it is another to recognise it and speak it. I shall never forget camping in the Flinders Rangers with my Year 10 class and our Chaplain. We lay on blankets to watch the Milky Way rise over the ridge. Pastor Geoff rehearsed a list of astonishing statistics about the numbers and distances of stars in the galaxy, comparing sizes of various celestial beings with various everyday objects - and then he closed our time of worship by reciting Psalm 8. I was in awe of the size and scope of the universe, of my smallness in this huge expanse, and yet still felt that nearness of a God who cares for me personally despite this enormous scope.

I experienced that sort of feeling again recently during the holidays as I viewed a clear and open night sky in absolute silence (except for the occasion awestruck, wow!) and thought about our place and our calling in this universe.

Before we claim dominion in this world (which means responsibility rather than power), we do well to hear how this psalm reminds us to be humble. We are humbled with the wonders of the heavens, with the passion of children and especially with the power of God, who holds us all in his care and calls us to be that care in his world.

God, remind us to be humble, so that our power in this world would be the power of trust, awe and love. Amen.

WORLD TEACHER’S DAY

This year World Teacher’s Day will be recognised on Friday 28 October and presents the College community with an opportunity to acknowledge teaching staff and say thank you. This special day, celebrated in more than 100 countries, has wider aims of recognising the importance of motivated teachers and teacher’s assistants, professional development and devoting a day of due respect to College staff.

At St Peters we will be acknowledging this day as a staff group and our students will be encouraged to offer their simple and heartfelt thanks to their teachers who devote endless energy, emotion, time and professionalism to the children under their care.

PREP 2022 ORIENTATION MORNINGS

The first of our three Prep Orientation mornings was held this morning as we welcomed our students and their parents for 2023. The last orientation session will be held Thursday 27 October. If you know of anyone who has a Prep age child for 2023, please let them know there are limited vacancies for next year.

THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE LEARNER PROFILE

You will recall from previous editions of The Rock that the Learner Profile sits in the centre of the Primary Years Programme. Understanding, using the words, and living the attributes of the Learner Profile will support your child’s learning and growth throughout the Primary Years.

This week we consider inquirers and knowledgeable. Students who are INQUIRERS are curious about the world. They can conduct research independently. They love learning and discovering new things and will carry this love of learning with them throughout life. Similarly, students who are KNOWLEDGEABLE have explored relevant and significant concepts in the word around them and can remember what they have learned. They can draw on this knowledge and apply it in new situations.

How can parents help to develop students who are inquirers and knowledgeable at home?

Encourage your child to read books at home that correspond with the topics being covered in school.
Ask your child about what they are learning in school and engage them in conversations about it.
Encourage your child to become familiar with current events and to read the newspaper and watch the news when appropriate.
Model being an inquirer. Admit when you don’t know the answer to a problem or a question and seek out answers in front of your child.

Lisa Challenor
Head of Primary Years

“Life imitates art far more than art imitates life.” Oscar Wilde

Primary Cocurricular Sport Term 4

The following sports will be on offer in Term 4

St Peters Cricket
BWPI Girls Waterpolo
Years 4 - 6 Girls Basketball
Term 4 Mini Squad and Group 1 Squad for SPW Swimming – Information regarding training at the 25m pool in Term 4 has been emailed to all Years 2 – 6 parents.

Years 4 - 6 Girls Basketball

Throughout Term 4 we will be offering weekly basketball coaching sessions for Years 4 - 6 Girls. All Years 4 - 6 girls are welcome to attend the sessions. To sign on for the Term 4 Basketball Sessions please CLICK HERE

Dates: Wednesday 5/10, 12/10, 19/10, 26/10, 2/11, 9/11, 16/11, 23/11
Times: 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Venue: St Peters Outside Gym Courts

The focus of the Basketball sessions will be to develop fundamental skills and basic gameplay.

Years 4-6 Term 4 Cricket

Please Note that Term 4 Cricket will get underway at the St Peters Cricket Nets on Wednesday 5 October.

All cricketers are welcome to attend the training sessions. Any new St Peters cricketers will need to complete the following form. Please CLICK HERE to complete the form.

Should you have any question concerning Term 4, please contact St Peters Cricket Coordinator, Mr Gary Munday (G.Munday@stpeters.qld.edu.au)

Primary Years HPE

Years 4 - 6 HPE will conclude our Court Games unit in Week 1 and 2 of Term 4. Following Court Games, all students will have HPE Swimming Weeks 3 – 9 of Term 4. A Term 4 Swimming letter has been sent to all Prep – Year 6 parents/caregivers.

All students will be involved in Swimming during Term 4, Week 3 – Week 9. Students are required to wear the St Peters swimmers, the St Peters rash shirt, St Peters cap (if required) and goggles. Students have also been asked to bring along fins (flippers). These are required to assist with drill work in developing the stroke of the students. A towel is also required.

Any student unable to participate in swimming will be required to bring a note. If they are unable to participate for multiple HPE lessons, they will require a doctor’s certificate. Students have also been reminded that they are to bring a water bottle and are required to wear their hat to and from lessons.

Please remind students to bring their swimming gear each week for their weekly HPE Lesson for the remainder of the year.

HPE Dates Term 3

Court Games Wrap Up: Weeks 1 and 2
HPE Swimming: Weeks 3 – 9

Primary Years Swimming Carnivals

Years 1-3 and Years 4-6 Inter House Swimming Carnival
St Peters 25m Pool
Wednesday 23 November

Details to follow closer to the date.

St Peters AIC Track & Field excel again 2022

On Thursday 6 and Friday 7 October, St Peters Boys Track & Field Team competed at the 24th annual AIC Track & Field Championships, QSAC, Nathan. Our athletes rose to the challenge presented to them and in turn lifted for the occasion across all events areas. The final results were, in parts, comparable to our best ever aggregate result. St Peters finished in overall second (2nd) place again in 2022 making it four consecutive seconds, finishing behind Marist College.

As a College community, we could not be prouder of our athletes - both those who competed across the two days of the championships, and those who were reserves and supported their peers so strongly.

Overall AIC Aggerate Track & Field Places 2022

1st MCA (855)
2nd ST PETERS (727.50)
3rd SEC (624)
4th PAD (618)
5th IONA (607)
6th SLC (590.75)
7th SPC (537)
8th VILL (489.75)
9th ATC (218.50)

St Peters Overall Year Level Place

12 Years – 4th Overall
13 Years – 2nd Overall
14 Years – 1st Overall
15 Years – 4th Overall
16 Years – 2nd Overall
Opens – 1st Overall

Congratulations St Peters Division 1 Athletes:

Thomas S (12 Years) – 1st Javelin (New AIC Record – 35.30m)
Dahlair N (12 Years) – 1st 400m
Addison S (13 Years) – 1st Javelin, 1st 200m
Tristan B (14 Years) – 1st High Jump, 1st Long Jump
Theodore H (14 Years) – 1st 100m
Harry C (14 Years) – 1st Discus
Brodie W (16 Years) – 1st Javelin
Jacob D (Opens) – 1st Shot Put, 1st Discus
Lachlan R (16 Years) – 1st Long Jump
14 Years 4 x 1000m Relay – 1st
Opens 4 x 100m Relay – 1st

I would like to also take this opportunity to thank our fantastic St Peters Track & Field coaches. Their expertise, enthusiasm, and high energy all season was and greatly appreciated.

Water Polo

Our St Peters Boys’ Water Polo players are training hard in readiness for the 2022 AIC Water Polo Gala Day to be held on Sunday 23 October. Should any boy wishing more information about getting involved in St Peters Water Polo, we ask that you please contact Mr Alex Lawn (Coordinator) – a.lawn@stpeters.qld.edu.au

ST PETERS ROWING

St Peters is excited to offer the 2022 Term 4 Learn to Row Program.

St Peters has a rich history in Rowing with a number of highly successful rowers graduating. St Peters prides itself on ensuring that students who participate in Rowing throughout their College life are encouraged and supported to find balance between their academic and Rowing pursuits. Rowing is a unique sport within the College and if you would like to be part of something very special with a rich history, Rowing is certainly the sport for you.

Following the Learn-to-Row Program, the Rowing seasons are as follows.

Boys

Term 1 (Pre-Season) – Playing another AIC sport is highly encouraged
Term 2 – Regatta’s are held weekly throughout Term 2. Boys cannot play Soccer or Rugby and row. The cost for the Term 4 Learn to

Row program will be $145. Students are expected to wear their St Peters sports uniform to each session with closed in shoes. Learn to Row students are not expected to purchase a zootie for this program. This program will run during Weeks 5 - 7 of this term.

To sign up or if you have any questions in regards to Rowing, please contact Peter Hicks (Head of Rowing) p.hicks@stpeters.qld.edu.au.

Term 1, 2023 Sports

This term (Term 4) we will see the commencement of our preparations for our 2023 Term 1 sports of Cricket, Volleyball, Swimming and AFL.

We do ask all boys to keep checking their emails for more important information pertaining to 2022 Term 1 sport and when all specific pre-season training will commence over the course of Term 4 this year.

St Peters Term 4 Rugby Skill Development

Commencing Week 4, St Peters will be conducting some Rugby Skill Development sessions run by our Head Rugby Coach, Mr Russell Todd. We are happy for all students in Years 7 to 11 who are interested in participating to attend.

For further information please check the St Peters App or contact Mr Russell Todd – r.todd@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Pre-season Sport Coordinators

For further information about what is happening with 2022 Term 1 pre-season sports, please contact one of the below St Peters Coordinators:

AIC Cricket – Mr Gary Munday g.munday@Stpeters.qld.edu.au
AIC AFL – Mr Mark Holman m.holman@stpetes.qld.edu.au
AIC Volleyball – Mr Russel Hansen r.hansen@stpeters.qld.edu.au
AIC Swimming – Mr Peter Dawson p.dawson@stpeters.qld.edu.au

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.

Girls Sport Coordinator – Anne-Marie Champion

“If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else” Booker T Washington

ALL-SCHOOLS TOUCH COMPETITION

Last week a St Peters U13 & U15 Touch teams ventured to the Gold Coast Performance Centre at Runaway Bay for the Queensland All School Touch Tournament. With over 170 teams competing over the five-day tournament, it was great to see the maroon and white of St Peters competing for the second year in a row.

Over the two days of competing in the minor rounds, the girls played against quality opposition with many Touch Excellence Schools participating. The girls performed well and the improvement over the two days was pleasing to see. The exposure to this level of Touch can only improve our girls as we look forward to the next QGSSSA Touch season.

U13 Team results: 3 wins, 2 draws & 2 losses

U15 Team results: 2 wins & 4 losses

Congratulations girls, you represented St Peters with pride and obviously had lots of fun along the way.

Special thanks to our coordinator for this tournament, Belinda Byrne, whose organisation and communication was fantastic and to our coaches Chris, Ropati & Laura, thank you for all you did to give the girls this opportunity.

We must also thank the parents for their support.

CONGRATULATIONS

Last Thursday Mr Kotzur presented the Open uniforms to our 2022 QGSSSA Open Badminton team. When presenting the girls their uniforms, Mr Kotzur spoke about the honour of representing St Peters at the highest level and the role models they are to our younger students. They also spoke about our motto, ’Plus Ultra’ and striving for ever higher to give their all to inspire others in their respective sports.

We thank Mr Kotzur for his continued support of Girls Sport.

2022 OPEN BADMINTON TEAM

Zara L R, Aysh M, Rachel M, Maddie S, Remaya B & Felicity W (Captain)

TERM 4 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.

JUNIOR AUSTRALIAN RULES

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

Years 7 - 9 Girls Only - To continue from the introduction year in 2021, St Peters is part of the QGSSSA Junior Australian Rules Gala Days in Term 4.

There are 4 Gala days played on Saturday mornings with further details of times and venues to be advised.

Gala Days

Saturday 22 October
Saturday 29 October
Saturday 5 November
Saturday 12 November

MATCH CONDITIONS SUMMARY

12 a-side on field and three interchange players
Half field ground size
15-minute halves, five-minute break
Size 3 leather football (match balls supplied by AFL Queensland)
Modified tackling, bumping permitted
Bouncing the ball (two max)
No kicking off the ground
Mouth guards are compulsory
Scores are recorded, internal ladder published in QG Sports hub, no pennants awarded

Training continues this week, and the Term 4 Training schedule can be found on the St Peters App.

JUNIOR SOFTBALL

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

Year 7 - 9 Girls Only - St Peters play in the QGSSSA Junior Softball Competition in Term 4.

There are three game days played in the afternoon at Downey Park in Weeks 3 & 4 (game times are approx. 1.30pm - 5.00pm). Bus transport will be provided.

Training continues this week @ Hart Road Oval | Tuesday & Thursday mornings; 6.15am - 7.30am.

Game Days

Tuesday 18 October
Thursday 20 October
Monday 24 October

Wet Weather Days – Wednesday 26 & Friday 28 October

PLEASE NOTE: There is no training on Tuesday morning 18 October, training will continue on Thursday morning 20 October.

BADMINTON

Coordinator: Ms Laura Buckby – l.buckby@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Congratulations to the girls from Years 10 - 12 who competed in the QGSSSA Senior Badminton competition last Saturday, it was a great day across all four venues. Thanks to our Badminton Coordinator, Laura Buckby, and our team of coaches for all their work in preparing the girls.

Good luck to the Years 7 - 9 girls who will be competing this Saturday. Go Saints!

BWPI WATER POLO

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

Last Saturday 8 October saw a new concept for the Brisbane Water Polo Community with all teams entering the 2022/23 BWPI competition being put through mini trial games (two x four-minute halves). Some teams played two games others three depending on numbers of teams registered in each division.

St Peters have entered nine teams into the competition.

It was wonderful to watch our girls wearing the catsuits and tying up their caps ready to dive into the new season.

We had 16 girls playing the game of Water Polo for the very first time. There was a lot of nervous energy poolside but from all reports our teams competed very well. We are looking forward to this coming Saturday to do it all again so we can be graded into competitive correct divisions for the season.

Please CLICK HERE for the Grading Day No 2 Draw.

ST PETERS ROWING

St Peters is excited to offer the 2022 Term 4 Learn to Row Program.

St Peters has a rich history in Rowing with a number of highly successful rowers graduating. St Peters prides itself on ensuring that students who participate in Rowing throughout their College life are encouraged and supported to find balance between their academic and Rowing pursuits. Rowing is a unique sport within the College and if you would like to be part of something very special with a rich history, Rowing is certainly the sport for you.

Following the Learn-to-Row Program, the Rowing seasons are as follows.

Girls

Term 2 (Pre-Season) – Playing another QGSSSA sport is highly encouraged.
Term 3 – Regatta’s are held weekly throughout Term 3. Girls cannot play Volleyball, Hockey, Tennis or Netball and row.

The cost for the Term 4 Learn to Row program will be $145. Athletes are expected to wear their St Peters sports uniform to each session with closed in shoes. Learn to Row athletes are not expected to purchase a zootie for this program. This program will run during weeks five, six and seven of this term.

To sign up or if you have any questions in regards to Rowing, please contact Peter Hicks (Head of Rowing) p.hicks@stpeters.qld.edu.au.

ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE & DEVELOPMENT

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

The schedule can be found on the St Peters App or HERE.

SWIMMING FOR FITNESS

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

Swimming sessions have commenced at the 50m pool for any girl playing Water Polo or wishing to do pre-season QGSSSA swim training. These sessions will be held on:

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

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

What a great way to kick start the 2023 school year!

Dale Carnegie is delighted to offer 2023 Years 9-12 students an opportunity to participate in Generation Next at St Peters in the January 2023 school holidays. Generation Next is an adaptation of the world-famous Dale Carnegie Course and has successfully been run at St Peters every year since 2018.

Specifically designed for young adults, Generation Next runs globally and is an interactive and hands-on program designed to prepare young people for the real world. It will give students the skills they need to reach their goals and live up to their full potential – at school, home and in their futures.

Generation Next focuses on five key areas and teaches students skills that will last a lifetime:

Building Self-confidence
Enhancing Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skill Development
Teamwork and Leadership Skills
Effective Attitude Management & Stress Control

Generation Next is an exciting and fun program that encourages participation and uses guided discussion, group work, role playing, verbal reports and awards for outstanding contribution. These methods ensure students graduate from the program with sound knowledge and real skills. Upon completion, participants will receive an internationally recognised certificate which will enhance their school leaving testimonials and resume. Note that Generation Next counts towards the Duke of Edinburgh Award (skills section).

Places will be limited as this will be the one and only Generation Next program that will be running at St Peters in 2023.

Quotes from past Generation Next Graduates

"I was a shy and unsociable person before, now I can talk to people and talk in front of crowds"

"I am now able to step out of my comfort zone"

"I discovered my inner leadership skills, belief in myself, self-motivation and how to deal with stress”

“My school-work improved, and I am now a more effective speaker”

"I learned that it is your own choice to enjoy life or not"

"There is no doubt that the course is as brilliant as people say it is. It offers growth to all - big or small, shy or confident."

"It improved my communication skills, making it easier for me to work in a group environment and develop relationships and network more effectively."

"It helped me to be friendlier, smile more and avoid arguments"

"It improved my self‐confidence and motivation because for me I just needed that boost. My marks are improving because I’m more motivated."

Program Details:

Dates: 17 – 19 January 2023 (three days)
Time: 9am – 4:30pm
Venue: St Peters Lutheran College, Indooroopilly
Investment: $1,500+GST

To request a program flyer and booking form, please contact Emma Henry from Dale Carnegie, on emma.henry@dalecarnegie.com or on 0407 862 359.

THE ROCK

The Rock Term 4, Week 2 | 13 October 2022

In This Newsletter

What's On

Spring Lunch - Tomorrow!

VARAr is coming - Tomorrow and Saturday

Ministry

A reminder to be humble

Important Notices

Primary Years Semester 2 Sport Photos & additional Year 7 to 12 Semester 2 Sport Photos

Around the College

St Peters a finalist in BCC 2022 WasteSMART awards.

Multicultural News

Seniors' Legacy Day fundraising - Beyond Blue

Project Yumi support

Academic Matters

Future Problem Solving National Finals

Primary Years

Primary Years News

WORLD TEACHER’S DAY

PREP 2022 ORIENTATION MORNINGS

THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE LEARNER PROFILE

The Arts

Creative Generation

Sport

Primary Sport

Primary Cocurricular Sport Term 4

Years 4 - 6 Girls Basketball

Years 4-6 Term 4 Cricket

Primary Years HPE

Primary Years Swimming Carnivals

Boys Sport

St Peters AIC Track & Field excel again 2022

Water Polo

ST PETERS ROWING

Term 1, 2023 Sports

St Peters Term 4 Rugby Skill Development

Pre-season Sport Coordinators

Wet Weather and Cancellations

Football Support Group

Girls Sport

ALL-SCHOOLS TOUCH COMPETITION

CONGRATULATIONS

TERM 4 SPORTS

JUNIOR AUSTRALIAN RULES

JUNIOR SOFTBALL

BADMINTON

BWPI WATER POLO

ST PETERS ROWING

ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE & DEVELOPMENT

SWIMMING FOR FITNESS

Community

SPOSA AGM

Cricket Support Group Lunch Fundraiser | Friday 4 November

​Generation Next - The Dale Carnegie Course for Teens @ St Peters

Sponsors and Supporters

Thank you to our Term 4 Sponsors

What's On

Ministry

Important Notices

Around the College

Academic Matters

Primary Years

The Arts

Sport

Community

Sponsors and Supporters

What's On

Ministry

Important Notices

Around the College

Academic Matters

Primary Years

The Arts

Sport

Community

Sponsors and Supporters

Generation Next - The Dale Carnegie Course for Teens @ St Peters