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11 September 2019 | ISSUE 15

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CONTENTS

5 Chaplaincy Chat

5 College Counsellor

6 Primary School

8 Secondary School

9 The 2020 Vic Walker Memorial Scholarship (VWMS)

9 ECO Club

10 Secondary School Sport

11 Co-curricular Music

13 Twilight Concert

14 Commercial Operations

15 Share the Dignity – “It’s in the Bag”

From the PrincipalDear Parents and Friends

Welcome to Week 9 and the second last week of term already!

Sunshine Coast Fires

The Peregian and Noosa communities remain in our thoughts and prayers. The impact of this event is quite devastating. It certainly reinforces the need for good procedures to be in place. Thankfully, the College has comprehensive evacuation and emergency procedures in place should there be an incident at ILC.

I remind parents that the ILC Intermediate Girls Touch Team grand final game against Glasshouse Christian College is occurring at 4.15pm today at Glasshouse Mountains playing fields.

Queensland Core Skills (QCS) Test

Over two days last week, our Year 12 students completed 14 hours of rigorous testing for the last time ever in Queensland, as we transition to the ATAR system next year. These students have been well prepared over the last 12 months with practice exams, study tutorials and full-day workshops aimed at familiarising students with the unique style of questions that the QCS can bring. The test consisted of four papers: a writing task, two multiple-choice papers and a short response test. The results of the QCS Tests are used in tandem with individual subject results, through a complex system of scaling techniques, to arrive at an OP (Overall Position) Score. While the ‘OP’ is seen by (too) many as the measure of a student’s Year 12 outcome, it is purely a tool for assisting with the process of being offered tertiary entrance. Of greater importance is the consistent encouragement for students to do their best in all things, at all times. One’s worth, or application cannot simply be commuted to a one or two-digit number.

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That said, with the QCS Tests now out of the way, Year 12 students are encouraged to continue applying themselves during this challenging period of their final eight weeks of schooling.

2020 Secondary School Student Leadership Team

Last week, the 2020 Secondary School student leadership team was announced. We congratulate:

College Captains Adrienne Halpin and Hayden MorrisCollege Vice-CaptainsSocial Justice Portfolio Abigail Kadel and Britta MadsenCultural Portfolio Piper Hertslet and Joshua LinnettSport Portfolio Jessica Ling and Nathan EbbHouse Captains Fraser Leah Dunn and Jocelyn LindsayMoreton Khaya Pesek-Ramsey and Yule AvelinoBribie Roxy Collins and Abby White Stradbroke William Lapsley and Jerry Fu

Please pray for these students as they prepare for these critical roles of service. The Primary School student leaders will be announced in November.

Grand Finals

Last Saturday, I had the privilege of watching a number of ILC sporting teams in grand final action. Congratulations to two ILC netball teams – ILC Immortals and ILC Icons, which both won their grand final games, and also to ILC Vipers which won their soccer grand final.

I thank the parents and coaches of all of our sports teams, and send congratulations on a brilliant end to the season to the Immortals, Icons and Vipers!

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Coffee & Connect

Principal Colin Minke and the Primary and Secondary School Heads extend an open invitation to all parents to join them for

coffee (or tea!) on Tuesday 17 September from 8.30am in the Environmental Centre.

The theme of the morning is Strategic Direction – The Next Five Years.

Colin MinkePrincipal

Food for Families

A significant number of families in our immediate and broader communities have benefited from the provision of meals prepared by members of our P&F and distributed through the College Chaplains. Food for Families is a wonderful initiative of the P&F Community – a legitimate act of benevolent service to the community. Meals are distributed to families who have chronic or short-term needs, perhaps as a result of injury, illness or hardship. Through the Chaplains, a home visit, prayer and/or the provision of some nutritious meals often provides the “leg up” required in tough times.

Our P&F members have huge servant heart’s and are preparing to refill our freezers on Saturday 14 September. After that date, should you know of someone in need of support in this way, please call the College and speak to Gayla Mathews.

World Gratitude Day

“Whatever our individual troubles and challenges may be, it’s important to pause every now and then to appreciate all that we have, on every level.” — Shakti Gawain

Monday 21 September is World Gratitude Day. First celebrated in 1965, it was later officially adopted by the United Nations Meditation Group and is recognised each year as a day to show appreciation for all things, big and small. Living a grateful life is like any other habit. It takes time to cultivate positive actions and attitudes into our daily lives.

Here are five suggestions to make World Gratitude Day count.

Take a Moment to Appreciate Your Family TreeFamily... take a moment to pause and give thanks to your family members for all the good they bring into your life. Tell your siblings how much you appreciate the support they give you, tell your spouse how it feels to be connected and loved. Tell your kids how proud you are of them. Give the dog an extra treat and say thank you for the lessons of unconditional love that only an animal can give.

Appreciate the Positives of Being ConnectedSocial media has been a point of discussion as we evolve as a planet and learn how to treat and communicate with each other online. We often see the negatives; but just like anything in life, it

is about choice. You can choose to have your social media forum to be a voice of positivity. Start today. Compliment others, share links for local businesses that go the extra mile, post pictures of the beauty of nature and make a choice to send out a positive ripple.

Be Thankful for Your CommunityWhat if you made it a point to say a heartfelt thank you every time someone made a difference in your community? Give thanks to the volunteers and countless people who give of themselves with no expectation of recognition or thanks.

Practice Internal GratitudeGive Yourself a Little Love: Let yourself look at your life with understanding and loving eyes. Give thanks for each breath, each heartbeat.

Give Your Life a Gratitude MakeoverThe biggest way for you to celebrate World Gratitude Day? Recognise that you don’t have to wait another 364 days to celebrate it again. Make this a daily practice in your life. Begin and end each day with a deep cleansing breath and a prayer of thanks for life itself...make it a grateful day...

End of Term Worship

As always, we celebrate the term with Worship in the A. J. Jericho Stadium from 2.00pm on Friday 20 September. Parents are most welcome to join us.

Every blessing to our families over the coming break. The administration and business offices will be open from 8.00am to 4.00pm during the holidays. A reminder that the changeover to summer uniform will come into effect from the commencement of Term Four. I remind parents that Monday 21 October is a student-free day for Verification.

Finally, we pray for a refreshing and safe break for all, in readiness to ‘hit the ground running’ on Tuesday 8 October, as Monday 7 October is the Queen’s Birthday public holiday.

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College Counsellor

Chaplaincy Chat

Gayla Mathews – Chaplain

Tarnya MitchellCollege Counsellor

This week we have been celebrating R U OK? Day around the College. R U OK? Day encourages us to take the time to check in with those around us. Connecting with family, friends and peers regularly and meaningfully is one thing everyone can do to make a difference for someone else who may be struggling. In the time it takes to have a cuppa, you could start a conversation that could change a life. For further information and conversation starters visit https://www.ruok.org.au/.

Take a Load OffCarry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2On my morning walk recently, while mulling over some sadness I was carrying, I met a Lycra-clad man bearing a bicycle on his shoulder. As I walked towards him, empathy bubbled in me. “Something must have gone wrong,” I thought.

Yet remarkably, as we drew near to one another he greeted me with a cheery, “Good morning.”

I replied, “It looks like it hasn’t been a great start for you,” and in that moment we made eye-contact. With an appreciative smile, he agreed, then continued on his way.

The interaction took only a moment, but we had exchanged hearts. He had shared his positive attitude with me; and I, my understanding with him. I don’t know whether his bike felt physically lighter as he continued on his journey, but I know that my burdens had been lifted.

At the end of this busy term it is not uncommon to feel tired and burdened, but as we look out for one another our loads can be lightened. So, my prayer for us all as we head into the holidays is to, “Take a load off” in every sense of the phrase.

Go deep in God’s love.

Lost Property Items at Student ServicesAll un-named lost property is placed in a cupboard at Student Services. At the end of the term, this cupboard is emptied and items are given to appropriate establishments.

Please come in and check if any of these items belong to you. Also, a reminder to ensure all items, especially drink bottles are named. Thank you.

In lost property at the moment:

Jumpers: x 7Dress: x 1Jacket: x 11

Linda Cornell – Student ServicesT: 5477 3488

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Primary SchoolIt is at this time of the term we often take the opportunity to reflect upon the wonderful events and hard work that has occurred during the past nine weeks ranging from athletics, camps, ICAS, Tournament of Minds, visits to Immanuel Gardens, our Waseda Japanese exchange and speech competitions – it has been amazing culturally, spiritually

and academically. I am truly proud of each and every student in the Primary School for the focus on continuous improvement they have demonstrated.

In staffing news, thank you to Mrs Lexeen Lindsay for her work in Primary Music this term and we look forward to welcoming back Mrs Marika Doman from long service leave at the start of next term.

Vacation Care

Places in the exciting September Vacation Care program offered at Immanuel are filling fast! Please contact Service Leader Ms Tamara Scutts E: oshc@immanuel.qld.edu.au should you wish to make a booking for the holidays. The College will participate in a state-wide Pupil Free Day on Monday 21 October. OSHC is available on that day should families require use of this service.

Years 1 to 6 2020 Class Placements

We will soon begin the complex process of allocating students to their 2020 classes. Many factors are taken into account when considering each child’s placement. These include student learning needs, gender balance, class target size and friendship groups.

Teachers have considerable input into this process and will make suggestions related to the various needs of the children in their current classes. Each child will have an opportunity to list a small number of friends with whom they believe they can work positively. We guarantee that each child will be with at least one of the children on their shortlist, but not necessarily their first choice.

Primary School staff will use this information in combination with the previously mentioned factors to place children into classes for next year. Draft lists will be rechecked by the teaching staff alongside Jodie Hayat, Greg Forrest and myself to ensure that each student is placed in the best situation to meet their educational needs.

Should parents wish to submit specific written information regarding their child’s particular needs, please ensure this reaches me by 4.00pm Friday 20 September via E: bondl@immanuel.qld.edu.au.

I ask that your request relates only to your child’s needs and not to the naming of specific teachers. Please do not pass verbal requests to teachers.

It is not possible to balance many requests for one child when considering all the other children in a year level. For this reason, I ask that you limit your request to a single specific issue. In addition, given that there are many factors to be considered when placing students, it may not be possible to accommodate all parent requests.

Please understand that it is not necessary for parents to write to me, and in fact, most parents do not. Parents will be advised of 2020 class placements prior to our Orientation Morning at the end of Term Four.

Hats and Uniform

A reminder that hats are to be worn at all play times and to and from school each day. Students are required to present a note (or an email from their parent) requesting a uniform exemption should they be unable to wear a College uniform item for any reason.

A reminder that students are not permitted to wear skins (sport apparel) at school, including under swimming attire in Term Four.

In addition, it has been drawn to the attention of College staff about the number of uniform items that have gone missing this term. As we ask for all items to be clearly named, if your child accidentally brings home an item belonging to another child, could it please be returned as soon as possible to avoid inconvenience.

Primary Schools Netball Cup

Best wishes to the two Immanuel Lutheran College teams competing at the Primary Schools Netball Cup in Maroochydore this weekend. Particular thanks to Roxanne Osborne and Linda Cornell for their organisation and guidance for the girls from training through to the competition. We look forward to hearing of your success.

Visual Art – Parent Teacher Interviews

Mr Peter Evans is available for Parent Teacher Interviews for those students in Prep, Year 1, Year 5 and Year 6. Should you wish to meet with Mr Evans to discuss your child’s progress, please contact him directly to arrange a time: evansp@immanuel.qld.edu.au

Year 3 Camp Postponed

Due to current fire risk and weather conditions, the Year 3 Camp scheduled for 11 to 13 September has been postponed. We do apologise for any inconvenience. However, the safety of our students is paramount. We will communicate information about further outdoor education opportunities once the details have been confirmed.

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Scott Moore – Head of Primary School

SCISSA Gala Day

After a successful trial against Good Shepherd Lutheran College last week, our students in Years 4 to 6 are looking forward to SCISSA Gala Day Three tomorrow. Best wishes to all students and staff for an outstanding day of competition and demonstration of ILC school spirit at venues across the coast.

Assembly

Our final Primary School Assembly for Term Three will be a P to Year 6 event on Friday 20 September at 8.45am. We will also be holding a P to Year 12 Worship Service at 2.00pm on the same day in the A. J. Jericho Stadium. We hope you are able to join us at these end of term events.

Arrival at School and Homework Club

Any children arriving at school prior to 8.20am, with or without parents, must wait at the Undercover Area outside the Tuckshop. Children are not to go to their classrooms to wait with parents or drop off bags. A staff member is on duty at this time. Parents may also wait in the Undercover Area with their children, but not at the classrooms. Between 8.00am and 8.20am, staff are usually involved in meetings. Homework Club is only for the use of students who have been referred by their child’s teacher through direct parent consultation. The siblings of students in Homework Club must go to the Undercover Area and are not permitted to be in the Library before school. Parents, please remind your children of these procedures when bringing them to school. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Immanuel Chess Tournament

On Monday 9 September, Immanuel students attended the annual Sunshine Coast Teams Chess Championships at Lake Kawana Community Centre. Sunshine Coast school students from across the region competed in three divisions – Novice, Open and Premier with four Immanuel teams competing in the tournament. For many, it was their first time attending a team event and many will have taken away much from the experience. Immanuel achieved exceptional results in the Novice division with one of our teams receiving a medal for second place. Congratulations to:

• Jack Shirley• Nate Rogers • Koby Morrison • Hugo Przewlocki

Five other students also qualified for Merit ribbons due to their outstanding individual results. Congratulations to all who competed and represented the College with distinction. Sincere thanks to Miss Telford for her leadership of the group.

As this in the final newsletter for this term, I wish all families a safe and restful Spring break. The term finishes on Friday 20 September. We look forward to seeing you back at school for the commencement of Term Four on Tuesday 8 October.

Thank you for the continued support of your child’s learning journey in the Primary School.

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Secondary SchoolR U OK? Day – Free Dress (12 September)

Tomorrow, the Secondary School will be recognising R U OK? Day. Part of this recognition will see the students permitted to attend school in free dress for a $2.00 donation.

R U OK? Day is the national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone to ask, “Are you OK?” and to remember every day to support people who may be struggling with life’s ups and downs. Though not compulsory, students are encouraged to wear something yellow or orange, which are the representative colours this year. Similarly to all free dress days, students will need to ensure that they wear closed in shoes, shirts that cover their midriff and shoulders, appropriate length dresses/skirts/shorts and a sun-safe hat. Should they have sport on this day, they will need to bring their sports uniform to change into. The theme for this year’s R U OK Day is ‘Trust the signs. Ask R U OK?’ - further information can be found at: https://www.ruok.org.au/.

Year 11 Exam Block (12-20 September)

Tomorrow will see the commencement of the Year 11 examination block. Students have been issued the exam timetable, which can also be accessed on SEQTA Learn and SEQTA Engage. With study-at-home-privileges available, students and parents are reminded of the following:

• Exam times will differ from the normal timetable - please check the schedule thoroughly.

• A study break will be provided between the two exam sessions on any given day. Should students wish to remain at school during this time, they will need to sign in and out at Student Services.

• Normal uniform expectations, co-curricular commitments and travel rules remain.

Year 11 Leadership Camp (7-11 October)

Many thanks to all students who have returned the consent form for their week-long Leadership Retreat on Moreton Island next term. Throughout this time, they will enjoy numerous team-building activities, snorkelling, hiking, camping, cooking, sand boarding, swimming and perhaps even a bit of whale spotting. All families are asked to note the following details in preparation for this event.

Departure Time: Students will need to arrive at the bus turnaround on Monday 7 October at 5.15am for a 5.30am sharp departure. Please keep the bus turnaround area clear. Travel will be via bus, 4WD vehicles (driven by staff and parents) and the barge from the Port of Brisbane operations, Lytton. All students will need to pack morning tea for the trip as the first catered meal will be lunch.

What to Take: Students were provided with a “What to Take” and “What Not to Take” document as a part of their Information Pack earlier this term. It is important that students read this carefully and only take what is necessary for a four-night stay. There is no need to bring expensive shoes - running shoes for a solid walk that will involve sand, mud and getting wet are the most suitable. Please label all gear clearly. A small day pack will also be required for day trips during the week.

Return Time: Students will return at approximately 2.00pm on Friday 11 October. Please arrange for your son/daughter to be collected from the College at this time.

Year 12 Reflection Day (8 October)

On Tuesday 8 October, Year 12 students will attend a special Reflection Day at the Environmental Centre. It will be one of the last times they will spend a day together in this setting and has proven to be a much-appreciated day for all in the cohort. Please take note of the following logistical information:

• Students are to report to Home Group for roll call and notices on Tuesday morning.

• Students may wear free dress. They will be working mostly on the floor and outside (hence will require a hat for outdoor activities).

• Students are asked to bring a cushion or pillow for comfort while working on the floor.

• Students will require a packed morning tea, lunch and a filled drink bottle – there will be no opportunity to purchase any food or drink.

Should you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to contact the Secondary School Office on T: 5477 3461 or E: karageorgef@immanuel.qld.edu.au.

Locker Clean Outs

I encourage all students to start the process of clearing their lockers of the unnecessary items that have accumulated over the past ten weeks. Throughout the holidays, students are permitted to store books in their locker, providing that it is secured with a lock. This is also a good time for students to make a list of any materials that my need replenishing, to ensure a positive and organised start to Term Four.

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Winter/Summer Uniform Change Over

Next term, the Secondary School will make the transition from winter to summer uniform. This means that boys are only required to wear the College tie for formal occasions and Senior boys (Years 10-12) may wear the College dress shorts in place of long trousers. Hats remain a compulsory uniform requirement for students at all times.

Student Free Day (21 October)

Parents and students are reminded that Monday 21 October (Week 3 of Term Four) is a Student Free Day for all students in the Secondary School.

Holidays

As this is our final newsletter for the term, I wish everyone a safe, enjoyable and rested holiday prior to the commencement of Term Four, and look forward to seeing everyone again on Tuesday 8 October. We have much to look forward to over the coming months with a multitude of celebratory events on the College calendar!

www.immanuelcareers.com.au is a dedicated careers website for both parents and students. It provides information on career planning, post school options and job opportunities. Information on the website will be continually updated so please check the website regularly.

Careers Website

Nick Cheyne – Head of Secondary School

Do your children eat the lunch you make for them?

Maybe it’s time to have a chat about whether or not they’re eating the lunch that you labour over each night or morning.

This picture was taken on a Wednesday afternoon right after an organics and recyclables waste run that ILC ECO Club does twice weekly on Wednesday and Friday to feed the worm farm and reduce landfill, and it seems one student is not enjoying their veggies. The plastic bags filled with carrot and baby cucumbers came to our attention as they were disposed of incorrectly in the same green organics bin each day – one for Monday, one for Tuesday and one for Wednesday.

As much as we try to educate ILC students that plastic goes in the red bin and scraps go in the green bin, the student throwing these away either didn’t care or was in a hurry to dispose of the evidence!

But is that the real problem here? Well …Yes and no. Incorrect disposal of waste is an issue but more so is food waste. According to the Australian Government ‘One in five shopping bags end up in the bin which equals $3,800 worth of groceries per household each year’. Maybe this lunch belongs to your child?

Maybe it’s time to have a chat?

Rod Blom – ILC ECO Club Co-ordinator

ECO Club

The 2020 Vic Walker Memorial Scholarship (VWMS) The Vic Walker Memorial Scholarship was established in 1999 by College benefactor Jocelyn Walker in memory of her late husband, Vic Walker. The Scholarship is open to Immanuel Year 12 graduates who undertake to complete their degree at the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) and covers first year HECS-HELP fees. Applicants should be willing to commence their studies in the year immediately following their Year 12 graduation.

To download an application form, go to W: http://www.immanuel.qld.edu.au/enrolments/scholarships.

Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 24 January 2020. If you have any queries about the scholarship or application process, please contact me on T: 5477 3448 or via email E: christief@immanuel.qld.edu.au.

Good luck!

Fiona Christie – Marketing Communications Manager

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Craig Harris – Head of Sport Years 8-12 T: 5477 3444 E: harrisc@immanuel.qld.edu.au

Secondary School Sport

SCISSA Touch Competition

It has been a very good season for the ILC Touch teams. Many students in the Junior Girls team hadn’t played Touch at the interschool level before and their improvement throughout the season was great to see finishing in fifth place on the ladder. The Senior Girls team also improved throughout the season and placed fourth. After a successful season, the Junior Boys team played off in a semi-final last week ending the competition in third place. The Intermediate Girls won their semi-final last week and will play in the Grand Final at 5.15pm at Peregian Sports Field tonight. We wish them all the best.

Thank you to all players for their commitment and effort throughout the season as well to our coaches, Mr Bradforde, Mr Cheyne, Eddie Franklin and Ms Ginns. I would also like to thank the parents of the players for supporting the students with transporting them to the game venues and the many other students who attended games to support their peers.

Track and Field

A record number of Immanuel students were selected to represent the District at the recent Regional Track and Field Trials. The following students won their events and are now representing the Sunshine Coast Region at the Queensland Schools Track and Field Championships: Abi Boutchard (5 events) Rose Douglas (1 event), Charli Moore (1 event) and Hunter Moore (1 event). We wish these students well in their training and preparation for the October competitions in Brisbane .

Sunshine Coast Secondary Schools Basketball Competition

It has been great having three rounds of games played in the A. J. Jericho Stadium over recent weeks. Our teams appreciated the attendance and support from students, parents and staff. The Senior Girls team, undefeated so far and in second position on the ladder, had another good win last Friday over St Andrews Anglican College. Both Senior Boys teams have also been playing well, with the Gold team having a win and the Blue team narrowly defeated.

The Intermediate Boys played off in the semi-final of their division but were also narrowly beaten after a very good season. Thank you to the players, the parents for transporting them to the various venues and Rob Ward for all his time and effort in coaching the team. Good luck to our teams in their games this Friday 13 September.

• Senior Boys Blue team no game this week

• Senior Boys Gold team v St Johns at Meridan State College at 4.50pm

• Senior Girls v Caloundra SHS at Meridan State College at 4.00pm

• The Intermediate boys have completed their season – 4th place

WANTED!

Donations of Lego, new or used, for use in our Makerspace. Lego can be

brought to the SS or PS Offices. Thank you!

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Co-curricular MusicImmanuel Loud 2.0

Congratulations to the talented students who performed at the recent Immanuel Loud 2.0! This event doubled as the graduation for our Rock Band Mentoring Program for 2019. Congratulations to the students from the Years 7/8 Rock Band, Year 9 Rock Band, Year 10 Rock Band and Year 12 Rock Band who have worked so hard throughout the year. Thank you to the many Co-curricular Music tutors who supported the concert and to our tireless Friends of Music volunteers.

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Grandparents’ Day Performances

Well done to the Vivace String Ensemble, Years 1 to 3 Choir, Years 4 to 6 Choir, Stage Band, Senior Flute Ensemble, Immanuel’s Vocal Ensemble, Prep Choir, Year 10 Dance students, Liam Donovan and Joshua Linnett who performed recently at Grandparents’ Day. The performances were very well-received and it was so wonderful to see the entire Immanuel community come together to celebrate this wonderful College.

Emily Bonar – Co-curricular Music Co-ordinatorT: 5477 3444 E: bonare@immanuel.qld.edu.au

End of Term Three Reminders

As this busy term comes to an end, we ask that Co-curricular Music students and families please take the time to get through this checklist.

• All personal instruments and College instruments loaned out to students must be taken home over the break.

• Please ensure that any changes to lesson enrolments are communicated with the Co-curricular Music Co-ordinator prior to the end of this week.

• Take the time to go through the Co-curricular Music Calendar 2019 on SEQTA for important dates for Term Four (including Twilight, MusicFest Competition Excursions, Secret Santa dates and Immanuel’s Christmas Carols).

Twilight Concert and FoM BBQ – Save The Date

We are looking forward to performing for our community on Wednesday 16 October at the annual Twilight Concert and Friends of Music BBQ. This event is held at Lifepointe Church and will commence at 5.30pm this year. Please note that student performers also rehearse at Lifepointe Church during school time on Wednesday 16 October.

Music Exam Results

We have numerous students who are working towards, or have completed, either AMEB or Trinity Guildhall exams. Congratulations to Alice Westlake-Toms for achieving a Merit result in her Grade 6 Voice (Trinity College London) exam.

Stay up today date with all things Co-curricular Music @ Immanuel via the closed Facebook group called ‘Immanuel Lutheran College Music’. We invite you to look us up on Facebook and request to join the closed group. By joining this closed group, you will be able to view photos from performances, receive updates about music events and concerts, and also read stories about what our students are achieving on their musical journey at Immanuel.

Co-curricular Music and proudly supported by FoM

Wednesday 16 October5.30pm

Lifepointe Baptist Church

Food and Drink on sale by FoM from 4.00pm

(Cash Only)

Twilight Concert &FoM Barbeque

presented

by

Featuring Co-curricular Music Ensembles and Guests from The Arts

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Diane Paterson – Commercial Operations ManagerT: 5477 3457 E: patersond@immanuel.qld.edu.au

College Shop Hours Term TimeMonday 7.30am–9.30am

Tuesday and Thursday we are closedWednesday 7.30am–9.30am and 2.00pm-4.00pm

Friday 7.30am–9.30am

Alternatively, items can be ordered online via www.flexischools.com.au and delivered to your child’s teacher.

Commercial Operations

College Shop

We have some supplies of second-hand uniforms if your child has outgrown any of their items or you need a spare set. Remember that you can purchase uniforms on Flexischools and have the items delivered to your Home Group teacher. Easy!

During the school holidays the College Shop will be open on Wednesday 2 October from 7.30am to 9.30am. The College Shop will open on the first day back in Term Four on Tuesday 8 October from 7.30am to 9.30am. Normal operating hours will commence on Wednesday 9 October.

Where help is needed is highlighted in ‘Yellow’ below

Secondary Tuckshop Primary Tuckshop (operates M/W/F)

September 2019

Thursday 12 Friday 13 Esther Wong Corin Kelly Danni Cleary Fraser Cheryl McLean

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10 Monday 16 Miriam Armstrong

Tuesday 17 Wednesday 18 Mirka Pesek Thursday 19 Friday 20 Melissa Cridland Terri Lanham Kerri Barr Nathalia Yaghdijian

END OF TERM

Tuckshop Volunteers

We are looking for more tuckshop volunteers to fill the Term Four roster. If you think you can help, please let me know. The more volunteers we have, the more baking and food preparation that can be done on site. No experience is needed as tuckshop staff are more than willing to assist. We welcome any time you can give, whether it is once a week, fortnight, term or month, if only for a few hours. We have grandparents, mums, dads, aunties, uncles and are all welcome. Volunteering is a great way to meet other parents and become part of the College community.

We need help from drop-off time, around 8.30am, to approximately 1.45pm. A tasty morning tea and lunch is provided. You do not have to handle money. Duties are to serve the students, fill lunch bags, make sandwiches, cook a batch of cupcakes or spaghetti bolognaise.

Please come and join our team! If you would like further information, please contact me on T: 5477 3457 or E: patersond@immanuel.qld.edu.au. You are assured of a very warm welcome.

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Share the Dignity – “It’s in the Bag” On Saturday 23 November, between 10.00am to 12.00noon, we are holding a Share the Dignity - It’s in the Bag morning tea in the Environmental Centre at Immanuel Lutheran College. We will be serving coffee, tea and cake for $5.00 with money raised being used to purchase more items to fill bags. We will also have a raffle (details to follow). If you know of a business which would like to donate something, please let me know. Please save the date and invite your friends.

Donations from this initiative will be given to women who are homeless, at risk or experiencing domestic violence. The first year we did this we made 57 bags and last year, we made 115 bags. This year, we want to hit the 150 mark! All donations are used to support local women. It’s about Sunshine Coast women helping Sunshine Coast women, with purpose, fun and celebrating friendship!

The concept is simple. Choose a handbag you no longer use and fill it with items that would make a woman feel special. Pop in a thoughtful note or Christmas card to show that someone cares. You can donate any items to make up bags or choose from the list of essential items below. When you see toothpaste or shampoo on special, throw one in with your groceries. It’s that easy! You can make up a bag or bring items to fill bags. There will be a table where you can write a note to pop in each of the bags.

If you would like to help in any way or have any questions, please contact me via E: patersond@immanuel.qld.edu.au or T: 5477 3457. Donations may also be left at the College Shop.

Thank you.