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FAITH LUTHERAN COLLEGE, REDLANDS“Faith in Christ... prepared for life”

PRINCIPAL: Shane Altmann Dip. Teach, Grad. Dip. Th.Ed., M.Ed., ACEL, MACE

A College of the Lutheran Church of Australia

Junior School: 132 Link Road, Victoria Point Qld 4165 Ph: (07) 3820 5200 Fax: (07) 3820 5225Secondary School: 1 - 15 Beveridge Road, Thornlands Qld 4164 Ph: (07) 3820 5500 Fax: (07) 3820 5511

Postal Address: PO Box 5400, Victoria Point Qld 4165www.faithlutheran.qld.edu.au

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TWO LEFT FEETThis week’s Newsletter Article comes to us from Darren Pope. Many of us know Darren as our former Head of Secondary School. Darren now serves as Director of Leadership and School Improvement with Lutheran Education Queensland. He has written the article below for Lutheran School Principals and Leaders and makes reference to Walk My Way, which our own Mrs Cook participated in last weekend. Enjoy. Do you have two left feet? Heel, toe, heel, toe, 1, 2, 3, 4. Do you remember learning to dance? Helping students discover the delight of dancing the Military Two Step, Queen’s Waltz and Promenade was great, but the joyful energy of the Heel and Toe Polka remains a favourite.

God created us to move! Heel, then toe is the way we were designed to move. Unable to look directly behind us and the difficulty experienced in walking backwards, highlight that the rhythm of heel, toe keeps us walking and moving forwards. Walking allows us to move at a slower pace, to observe, notice and take in situations and our surroundings. Whilst customary, amidst the daily demands of His ministry, Jesus often walked. Despite large demanding crowds we don’t become aware of Jesus rushing or running, rather sharing time with people, walking with them, listening and teaching.

Jesus comes to us. In coming to us, it is always God’s work. He walks with us each day, through Christ. In Luke 24, Jesus comes to the disciples on the road to Emmaus and in Mark we encounter Jesus coming to the disciples across the lake. Throughout Australia, Walk My Way is an opportunity to respond to the love and grace of our Lord by walking the road together in fellowship, service to others and learning.

Learning is social, grounded in relationship and a life-long journey. The advent of a new term and new semester brings a refreshed opportunity and challenge to walk. Time demands, pressure to rush, to respond now, to get it done and to hurry up are all real and present challenges as we walk forward. Jesus reminds us to walk His way, to slow down as He comes to us and joins us on our journey and the daily journey of each person we encounter.

‘May the feet of God walk with you and His hand hold you tight’. Robin Mann

Heel and toe, heel and toe. Walk My Way.

Blessings as we serve, lead and learn together.Shane Altmann

Principal

Pupil Free days on Monday, 12 August (Redlands Ekka holiday) and Wednesday, 14 August (Brisbane Ekka Holiday)

SECONDARY SCHOOL WELLBEING AND RELATIONSHIPS ARE VITAL: It has been proven that without any shadow of a doubt that if quality relationships exist between students and teachers that are based on mutual respect then students will achieve larger gains in their learning year on year. So how blessed are we to have teachers who go out of their way to develop these relationships and truly get to know and support the students not only in their learning but in their personal growth.

More recently there has also been concrete links made between students wellbeing and their outcomes. I know it sounds ridiculous that we need to research to tell us that children that feel safe and supported will do well. But it is true.

In the Secondary School we proactively improve the wellbeing of students. An example of this is that we have recently had two sessions run by external presenters that support our students in maintaining healthy relationships and improving their wellbeing:1. Endometriosis Awareness Presentations – the College was specially selected to take part in a trial that

brought together medical professionals to raise awareness of this condition amongst young females. The feedback from the students was very positive.

2. Michelle Mitchell delivered three presentations. One on sexual health (Year 7), one on creating a culture of inclusion (Year 7) and one on partying responsibly (Year 11/12). Michelle is an award-winning speaker, author and educator. Michelle started her career as a primary school teacher. Her passion for life skills education led her to leave teaching and found a harm prevention charity, called Youth Excel. Youth Excel initially delivered small group support programs for girls ‘at risk’ of dropping out of education. Her team of 12 staff serviced 120 families and 50 local schools with tailor made care. Michelle’s work has been featured on The Today Show, Today Tonight and Channel 10 Morning News, as well as countless print media including The Age, The Courier Mail and Daily Telegraph. She is a regular contributor to radio. Further information about Michelle and her programs can be found at https://www.michellemitchell.org/

The College is serious about nurturing the whole child (body, mind and spirit). Our pastoral team are always willing to support students and can be contacted at any time if there are issues that the College needs to be aware of.

CONGRATULATIONS YEAR 7 ROBOTICS TEAM : Our Year 7 Robotics received a Best Performance Award at the Australian Open Robotics Championship. They were up against teams from China, Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. This is an excellent achievement and sees our students well placed to contest the World Cup of robotics in China in December.

HATS AND SHIRTS : I recently spoke to the boys in the Secondary School about wearing the correct hat with the correct uniform and having shirts tucked in. We believe in students having pride in their College and uniform is definitely an indicator of this. I am hopeful that students can step up and take responsibility for meeting the expectations set by the College. As always, I appreciate the support of parents in this matter.

GRANDPARENTS DAY : I am writing this email to invite Grandparents or Special Friends in on Monday, 19 August for a special tour of the Secondary School lead by their Grandchildren. The tours will commence at 11am from the Main Administration Building. Upon arrival at the College students will meet them to commence the tour. This is a great opportunity for students to show their Grandparents the place they learn in and discuss what they are currently doing at school. Please fill in the details on this form (by clicking here) to confirm attendance.

FOUNDER'S DAY : What a fantastic day we had at the Secondary Campus. The whole school in community together. Thank you to all the staff and students for an amazing day as we celebrated the College. A special thankyou to our P&FA for their preparation of lunch. Their support was invaluable and really appreciated by staff and students.

CONGRATULATIONS : Ben Craddock (Year 9) was selected into the Queensland Karate Association State team and competed in the Australian National Championships that were held from 1 to 4 August in Launceston, Tasmania. Well done Ben!

Stuart Needham - Head of Secondary School

JUNIOR SCHOOL CONGRATULATIONS MOLLY WILLIAMSON!Molly Williamson (Year 4) has competed in Belgium in the World BMX Championships. Molly has raced in 46 degree heat and was successful in her motos, passing through to the quarter finals, semi finals and then into the finals. Out of 70 riders she placed 8th giving her a world 8 ranking. We are extremely proud of her dedication, determination and true Aussie spirit. Well done Molly and welcome home!

LEARNING AND COMMUNITY MATTER AT FAITH! We have had a busy start to Term 3 in our Junior School, it has been fabulous. Excitement is building as we continue to prepare for our upcoming school musical, Book Week, Grandparents Day and our inaugural Prep Open Week. Intertwined with all this our students have settled back into the classroom and are enjoying rich, engaging units as they learn new skills and acquire new knowledge each and every week. There is such a buzz of learning, community and excitement around the Junior school this term – what a great place Faith is to be!

MORNING ZONES – Thank you for your support and enthusiasm as we have settled into our new routines. The children are really enjoying the opportunity to have a more active start to the day. I have included a copy of the timetable for ease of reference for you:

JOSEPH IS FAST APPROACHING – 5 more practices until the musical begins! Students who are part of the cast and crew are invited to wear their Joseph shirt to school each Thursday with their sports uniform. Tickets are now on sale so don’t forget to visit the trybooking website (https://www.trybooking.com/505377) and reserve a seat for one of our performances – it is shaping up to be a great show!

BOOK WEEK 19 – 23 AUGUST – This year’s theme is 'Reading is my Super Power'. Our teachers are already getting excited and are planning their costumes for our dress up day on Monday, 19 August. We will be inviting our Grandparents along to share in this special morning with us on this day so look out for more details coming home about this shortly. There is also some more Book Week details in the library section of this week’s newsletter so be sure to check it out! It is going to be an INCREDIBLE Book Week!

UPCOMING EVENTS – Don’t forget to check our college calendar to stay informed about upcoming events. Just to name few of our upcoming events……. • Redlands Show Day• EKKA Holiday• Book Week• Grandparents’ morning• Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat• Prep Open Week

EKKA HOLIDAY – Just a reminder that we have Pupil Free days on Monday, 12 August (Redlands Ekka holiday) and Wednesday, 14 August (Brisbane Ekka Holiday). If you are part of our Musical production, students are asked to attend a rehearsal on Wednesday, 14 August (pupil free day for all other students).

YEAR 6 NCT TOUR – Information has now been sent home with ordering details for our NCT Polar Fleece Tour Jacket. It will be a great way to keep our students warm as they travel around our Nation’s Capital. It is also a wonderful way to identify us as a group as well. Check out the design and get your order form in by next week…it’s not long now until our big trip!

Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to our Faith community. Jodi Blackwell and Greg Tagney

JUNIOR SCHOOL 5C AWARDSCARE Giuliana Totojesko (PN), Alexis Hill (PG), Julien Coates (PG), Alice

Clements (PG), Harrison Reid (PG), Ruby Vanderlei (4W), Sophie Grant (4W), Ava Pocock (5N), Jayla Thirkettle (5N), Lauren Dundon (6W), Jamie Needham (6G)

CONSIDERATION Jaxon Maloney (PN), Bridgette Christensen (1G), Lauren Hirst (3N), Libbi Gardiner (3N), Aija Kins (3W), Hayley Dobbie (4G)

COMMITMENT Eli Coleman (PW), Sienna Maloney (3N), Max Rhodes (3W), Stella Eberhard (3G), Levi McGinn (3G), Liam Harley (3G), Alesha Culley (3G), Archer Richards (4N), Danielle Davidson (4N), Hayden Cadman (4G), Isobel Daffy (5N), Rachael Hirst (5N), Brandon McMillan (6W), Jamieson Baxter (6W)

COURTESY Nash Thew (1N)COMMONSENSE Ava Stanley (PW), Oliver Kenny (1G), Tyler Romari (3W)

AWARDS

JUNIOR SCHOOL CLASS AWARDSPN Zeke McConnell, Annabelle Cadman 3G Charlie Hutchings, Amelia Ramage, Archer

Duff-Hooper, Stella EberhardPW Madison-Lee Briebach, Jade Morgan 4N Isla Blacket, Mischa Loubser, Hudson

Bastow, Levi HaydonPG Mackenzie Webber, William Shipp 4W Cooper Baxter-Andrews, Caitlin Uhlmann1N Mardi Steele, Max Bernard 4G Riley Williams, Hunter Behague1G Colette Svensen, Deklan Ketley 5N Ava Pocock, Jayden Adamson2W Oliver Stokes, Mackenna Vanheerden 5W Corey Cox, Javier Payano2G Arvin Basnet, Cooper McEnaney, Lewis

Morrisby, Joshua Wyllie-Smith6W Sophie Small, Daniel Altmann

3N Jack Joyce, Summer Saunders 6G Oliver Ross, Kelsey Samuels3W Nixon Cook, Cameron Bellman

OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS CAREAt OSHC we have been busy updating our space. We have built a fantastic garden bed and filled it with yummy things we will use for meals at OSHC. We’ve also made a photo wall of all our favourite memories from Vacation Care. Feel free to pop in and have a look.

We are in the 3rd week of the New Before School routine. The children are really enjoying being able to go to school early and play with their friends from class.

We are still having some issues with the Child Care Subsidy. If you've sent an email regarding this, we apologise for the delay in getting back to you. We are getting through the list but it can be a time consuming endeavour. If you have any urgent concerns, please don't hesitate to contact Simon.

COLLEGE SHOPOPENING HOURS Monday 7:45am to 10:00am Wednesday 7:45am to 10:00am Friday 7:45am to 10:00am First Saturday of every month 8:30am to 11:00am

COLLEGE DATE CLAIMERSWednesday, 7 August Year 11 Geography ExcursionThursday, 8 August Year 6 Technology Experience Day Joseph RehearsalFriday, 9 August Secondary School Semester 1 Awards Assembly Year 2 Dance ProgramSaturday, 10 August JTAS - Term 3 Round 3 GBC - Term 3 Round 2 BYE Joseph Rehearsal Inclusive Sport Round 7Monday, 12 August Redlands Show Day Tuesday, 13 August SETP InterviewsWednesday, 14 August Brisbane Show Day (Pupil Free) Joseph RehearsalThursday, 15 August Joseph Rehearsal SETP InterviewsFriday, 16 August Year 2 Dance Program SETP InterviewsSaturday, 17 August JTAS - Term 3 Round 4 GBC Sport - Term 3 Round 3Mon, 19 - Friday, 23 August Book WeekMonday, 19 August Grandparent's Day Junior School Book Week Dress Up DayWednesday, 21 August Year 2 Excursion Secondary School Book Week Dress Up Day Year 4 Parent/Student Tech Shed Evening

BOOK WEEK Book Week is less than 2 weeks away (17 - 23 August)! A number of special events are being planned in both the Junior and Secondary Schools.

Dress-Up Day: Come dressed as your favourite book character, or try to incorporate the theme for this year - Reading is my Secret Power.Junior School Dress-Up Day – Monday, 19 August. Parade at 9:00am in the SPAH.Secondary School Dress-Up Day – Wednesday, 21 August. Assembly after morning tea in the AMC.

Book Swap: At both campuses we’ll be holding a ‘Book Swap’. Currently we are looking for some donations of good quality, age-suitable books. Books can be brought in to the library on either campus before August 16. On the Book Swap days, students can exchange a gold coin for a book, with all proceeds being donated to next year’s Vanuatu tour (for books and stationery supplies).

Book Week Competitions: We have Book Week Competitions running on each campus. Students and teachers have received details, or you can contact the library for more information.Junior School – Colouring-In and ‘Reading is my Secret Power’ activity – entries for both due Thursday, August 15.Secondary School – ‘Guess the Bookmarks’ and ‘Reading is my Secret Power’. Entries due Monday, August 19.

PREMIER’S READING CHALLENGEIt’s fantastic to see forms for the Premier’s Reading Challenge coming in at a steady pace. A reminder that all are due back to the library by 23 August.

OVERDUE LIBRARY BOOKS In the coming weeks we are setting ‘overdues’ to run automatically from our library system. Junior School parents will receive an email once books are more than a week overdue. In the Secondary School, we’d like students to take responsibility so they will initially receive overdue emails, but once books are more than a month overdue, we’ll send an email to parents too. As the system is automated, please let us know via email if there are any issues - informationservices@flcr.qld.edu.au

FROM THE LIBRARY

MUSIC NEWSWHAT’S HAPPENING NEXT…?Thursday, 8 August – Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Rehearsal 3:15pm – 5:30pmSaturday, 10 August – Joseph Tech Rehearsal 12:00pm - 4:00pmWednesday, 14 August – Joseph Full Dress and Tech Rehearsal 9:00am - 3:00pmThursday, 15 August – Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Rehearsal 3:15pm - 5:30pmThursday, 22 August – Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Final Rehearsal 3:15pm – 5:30pmFriday 23, August – Joseph Opening Night 7:00pmSaturday, 24 August – Joseph Matinee Performance 2:00pmSaturday, 24 August – Joseph Final Performance 7:00pm

REDLANDS EISTEDDFOD SUCCESS!Congratulations to our Instrumental Ensembles and Choirs who competed at the Redlands Eisteddfod last week with wonderful results. Your commitment and hard work during rehearsals was evident in your performances. Thank you to Miss Ashcroft, Miss Candy, Miss Gigante for your hard work and leadership of your ensembles. We look forward to hearing them perform again.

• Senior Percussion Ensemble – 1st Place• Junior Percussion Ensemble – 1st Place• Poco Strings – 1st Place• Dolce Strings – 1st Place• Cantabile Strings – Highly Commended• Senior Singers – 1st Place• Jazzy Juniors – 1st Place

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOAT5 Rehearsals to go! It’s hard to believe that we are so close to opening night! Excitement and some pre show jitters are building as we launch into our final rehearsals to bring Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat to life.

Tickets are selling fast, but there are still great seats available. If you haven’t purchased your tickets yet, book now to avoid disappointment. Ask your family and friends and bring a whole group along. Light refreshments will be available for purchase before the show and during interval. Come early, have a coffee and a catch up before a great night of entertainment.

We look forward to seeing you there!

SPORT NEWSJUNIOR SCHOOL ATHLETICS CARNIVALCongratulations to the following Junior School Age Champions and Runners Up from our recent Athletics Carnival. Well done!

9 Years 10 Years 11 Years 12 YearsAGE CHAMPION Mischa Loubser Mia Teunis Ava Pocock Victoria Knijff

Nate Zordan Noah Wyllie-Smith Bostyn Webber Roel WheeleyRUNNER UP Sophie Grant Reina Zordan Jayla Thirkettle Evie Finch-Vaseo

Jay Coleman Liam Clenaghan Charlie McDonnell Justin Hukin

Athletics Carnival House Placement1st 2nd 3rd 4thPeel Coochiemuldo Russell Macleay

GBC ATHLETICS TRAINING PROGRAMMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

WEEK 4 AM

PUBLICHOLIDAY

High Jump (Mr Miegel)

PUPIL FREEDAY

Faith Flyers

LUNCH Sprints(Mr Longmire)Javelin(Mr Walker)

WEEK 5 AM Faith FlyersLUNCH Shot Put (Mr Davies) Sprints

(Mr Longmire)Discus(Miss Campbell)

PM Track - Distance (Miss Johnson)

Long/Triple Jump (Mrs Campbell)

WEEK 6 AM High Jump(Mr Miegel)

Faith Flyers

LUNCH Shot Put (Mr Davies) Sprints(Mr Longmire)

Javelin(Mr Walker)

PM Track - Distance(Miss Johnson)

WEEK 7 AM Faith FlyersLUNCH Shot Put (Mr Davies) Sprints

(Mr Longmire)Discus(Miss Campbell)

PM Track - Distance(Miss Johnson)Long/Triple Jump(Mrs Campbell)

WEEK 8 AM High Jump(Mr Miegel)

Faith Flyers

LUNCH Shot Put (Mr Davies) Sprints(Mr Longmire)

Javelin(Mr Walker)

PM Track - Distance(Miss Johnson)

WEEK 9 LUNCH Shot Put(Mr Davies)

CARNIVALPM Track - Distance

(Miss Johnson)Long/Triple Jump(Mrs Campbell)

GBC SPORTSOur first games of the term commenced away at Faith Plainland on Saturday, 27 July with teams playing Basketball and Soccer (boys), and Touch Football and Volleyball (girls). This was a very successful first round for us, with a total of 8 wins from a possible 15. Despite several absentees, attending students stepped up to fill in any gaps, and some teams played full games with no substitutions!

The second round was played at home on Saturday, 3 August and once again we had a very exciting day, with another 8 wins! One of the highlights of the morning was the Seniors Soccer game which was drawn at 3-3 in the final minutes. In the last kick of the game Lachlan L scored the winning goal!

A special shout out goes to all students who came along to support our teams, and to older students for encouraging those in the younger grades. A special thanks to Talisa N and Kate R for supporting the Intermediate touch team in the absence of their regular coaches.

Don’t forget we have a BYE round this weekend (Saturday, 10 August) and return at home on Saturday, 17 August against The Springfield Anglican College.

Faith Lutheran College, Redlands Community Golf Day

Redland Bay Golf Club

North Street, Redland Bay 18 October 2019

Register your TEAM OF FOUR players by 20 September 2019 Through Trybooking link below

https://www.trybooking.com/BEJQI

Program for the day

6:30am: Registration and Breakfast

7:15am: Briefing

7:30am: Shotgun Start

12:30pm: Lunch and team presentations

Perpetual Trophies for: First, Second, Third, Nearest to Pin and Longest Drive.

For more information please contact Susanne Manthey by email: principalpa@flcr.qld.edu.au or 3820 5515. www.faithlutheran.qld.edu.au