November 28 2012 text only - Faith Lutheran College

FAITH LUTHERAN COLLEGE, REDLANDS
“Faith in Christ... prepared for life”
A College of the Lutheran
Church of Australian
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Faith Herald Volume 32, No 39: 28 November 2012
PRINCIPAL: Anthony Mueller Dip T, Grad Dip Th (Ed), Grad Dip Ed, MA (Ed Admin), MACE, MACEA
What is Advent?
The Church divides the year into different seasons that emphasise the life of Christ
and the life of the Church. Beginning on Sunday, 2 December 2012, we will enter
the season of the Church year called Advent. Advent is a four-week season of
preparation and anticipation leading up to Christmas, on 25 December 2012 and
continuing to Epiphany on 6 January 2013.
The focus of Advent is two-fold. On the one hand, we prepare to celebrate the birth
of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who came into the world as both God and man so that our sins might be
forgiven. On the other hand, we anticipate the day when Jesus will return to Earth and bring an end to this
world. Those will be scary days, but we can look forward to the end of the world with hope because through
faith in Jesus, the end of this world will mean the beginning of a new life with Christ for eternity.
Advent, then, is a time for us to repent and believe. Knowing that Jesus was born to forgive our sins, we repent
(admit our failures to God) and believe that we are forgiven because of the death and resurrection of Jesus
on our behalf. Also, knowing that Jesus is coming back, we repent and believe that when He returns, He will
give us eternal life. http://www.lhm.org/advent/advent.asp
STAFF NEWS
Dr Jacqui Castorina has accepted an appointment as teacher in the Junior School. Jacqui will be well known
to many in the community as having already fi lled contract positions in our College.
Ms Laura Macleod has been appointed as Senior School Head of House (Coochiemudlo) and Mrs Tracy
Brown to the Middle and Senior School Head of Christian Studies.
We congratulate all these new appointees and pray God’s blessing on their roles at Faith.
ELEARNING AT FAITH 2013 IPAD PRINCIPAL DEVICE PROGRAM
As communicated in previous newsletters Faith will be introducing a 1 to 1 eLearning Principal Device Program
for students in 2013. In 2013 each student in Year 9, 10 and 11 will be provided with a leased iPad through
the College. In 2014 all students from Year 7-12 will have an eLearning device, with Junior School students
having class sets available.
An information evening will be held at the College in Term 1 where students will receive their Ipads and
undergo training in set up and use. It is important that parents and children together attend the relevant
evenings as students will be issued with their iPad and complete an ‘Out of Box’ workshop. The policies and
procedures will also be discussed and showcased at this evening. Students will not receive their iPad until
they have received the mandatory training.
2013 PRINCIPAL DEVICE PROGRAM INFORMATION NIGHT DATES
Year 9 Students and Parents
Date: Tuesday, 29 January Location: L Block Lighthouse Time: 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Year 10 Students and Parents
Date: Wednesday, 30 January Location: L Block Lighthouse Time: 6:30pm - 7:45 pm
Year 11 Students and Parents
Date: Thursday, 31 January Location: L Block Lighthouse Time: 6:30pm - 7:45 pm
A range of support and training opportunities will be available to students and parents.
Year 9 – 11 iPad Bootcamp (iPad training and setup workshops) Date: Friday, 1 February Location: allocated
classrooms at the Beveridge Road Campus. Time: Half Day. Students will return to normal classes.
Please note: Students in Year 9 and 10 are expected to leave their iPad at home on Wednesday and Thursday
in order to prepare their device ready for Bootcamp on Friday, 1 February.
Information about the Principal Device Program including costing, insurance and other important information
is available from the College Website through the ‘eLearning’ link. Our College is excited about 2013 and look
forward to the innovation in our learning program.
May God bless your week - Anthony Mueller
Junior School: 132 Link Road, Victoria Point Qld 4165 Ph: (07) 3820 5200 Fax: (07) 3820 5225
Middle / Senior School: 1 - 15 Beveridge Road, Thornlands Qld 4164 Ph: (07) 3820 5500 Fax: (07) 3820 5511
Postal Address: PO Box 5400, Victoria Point Qld 4165
www.faithlutheran.qld.edu.au

SENIOR SCHOOL
ACADEMIC FOCUS
Year 11 students continue to be engaged in the process of academic rigour through beginning their academic
work for 2013 throughout this week. We encourage our students to continually seek the professional
assistance of our experienced and dedicated staff as they ready themselves for their Year 12 studies. An
essential part of this ongoing learning is evaluation and as students’ vision for future careers and studies
evolves, our Year 11 students will all participate in an individual review of their Senior Education and
Training (SET) Plan this week and revisit this again in Year 12.
Throughout this week, all Year 10 students are learning about the world of work and the demands and
challenges it has to offer through this time of Work Experience. We look forward to them sharing their
reflections of their experience.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP 2013
COOCHIEMUDLO
PEEL
RUSSELL
MACLEAY
Our 2013 Student leaders have been invited to participate in a leadership training day on Monday, 3
December and will be officially installed into their roles at our Opening Worship for 2013. Please keep them
in your prayers as they take up these roles of responsibility and continue to nurture the culture of our Senior
School and College throughout 2013.
YEAR 12 2013 - A SHARED VISION
Throughout this week our 2013 Year 12 students will be invited to join staff in a process of planning a vision
for next year. This will include the opportunity for our students to work in partnership on a range of exciting
initiatives and make their fi nal year of schooling distinctive as they learn and serve our College community
throughout 2013.
In addition, students will take on our staff in a sporting challenge and enjoy a shared meal as we celebrate
the past year and look forward to a great year in 2013.
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
The 25 members of the Symphonic Band who have been invited to play for the ANZAC Day Memorial
Service at the Australian War Memorial in Villers-Bretonneux in France 2013, have recently received a
boost to their funding from the Redland City Council Mayor’s Small Grant to assist with their tour.

The Band was chosen from a large number of applicants from around
Australia and we are very proud to have this opportunity to represent Faith
Lutheran College, Redlands and Australia. Performances will include
televised ANZAC ceremonies, the Madeleine Church in Paris and possibly
the Australian Embassy.
Congratulations to all members - Sophie Irvin, McKenzie Jones, Amelia
-Jane Stephenson, Sarah Fraser, Samuel Hewerdine, Austin Read,
Jacynta Mitson, Taylah Brown, Niamh Murphy, Breanna Neary, Hannah Roseneder, Natalie Jones,
Lucy-Rose Nicholson, Aimee Corias, Jamal Emadian-Naini, Abbey Sutton, Lauren Folster, Lochlan
Rylance, Haylee King, Olivia Genn, Michelle Christie, Kristin Heinrich, Peter Hewerdine, Joshua Broad,
and Madeline McDonald.
Darren Pope
Head of Senior School
MIDDLE/SENIOR SCHOOL
CHRISTIAN LIFE WEEK CAMPS
Flyers for a variety of activities offered by Lutheran Youth of Queensland have been received
and are in the Middle School Office for students to collect. If you are interested in looking
into Christian Life Week Camps, please ask your child to promptly collect a brochure from
the office.
FINAL CALL - OPERATION VANUATU CHRISTMAS PARCELS
All parcels should have been collated and ready to send off to the shipping company
tomorrow, Thursday. Many thanks for your support in collecting suitable gifts for the
children. A gold coin donation from each family towards the shipping would also be greatly
appreciated. Many thanks!
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Congratulations to our Distinction Award winners, whose names were announced last Friday in Assembly.
DISTINCTION AWARDS - Friday, 23 November 2012
7MC Blake Cantrill, Natalie Jones, Hannah Roberts
7MM Thomas Watson, Caitlin Edwards, Olivia Genn, James Welch, Cameron Greenaway
7MP Rachel Lewin, Summer Miller
7MR Sophie Irvin, Callum Marshall, Tara McBride, Jack Collins, Bridget Smith, Skye
Goodyear, Alisha Ford, Sophie Thompson
8MC1 Kristyn Sumer
8MC2 Troy Baker, Rhiannon Farr, Andrew Manthey
8MM Ayden Schulz, Gavin Underhill, Oliver Mole
8MP James Nash
8MR Erica McCann, Ashley Waiariki, Bailey Wildman, Molly McCann, Megan Hulme, Nathan
McClymont, Lauren Meehan-Johnson, Mikhayla Vea Vea, Jessica Poulter
9MC Kayla Holiday, Jaimie Buckridge
9MM Luke McLennan, Luke McCutcheon, Austin Read
9MP Lauren Folster
MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT LEADERSHIP 2013
Congratulations to our Middle School leaders for 2013, whose positions were announced on Monday
morning after Worship. We are very thankful to have such talented and positive students in our community
and acknowledge that all nominees certainly have excellent skills that could be shared with others. However,
after the votes were counted, the results for each House were as follows:-
2013 COOCHIEMUDLO MACLEAY PEEL RUSSELL
House Captains Georgia Standley Lovepreet Singh Andrew Dart Samantha Jackson
Zachary Broad Noah Blomfield Ashleigh Mullin Logan Spiers

Cultural Captains Hannah Jeffery Taylah Brown Rachel Lewin Chelsea Eiszele
Sports Captains Erin Mobley- Jamie McCutcheon Kirk Wallbank Taylah Watson
Guazzo
Worship Captains Matilda Garske Gabriela Lacey Evelyn Duthie Nathan McClymont
COOCHIEMUDLO MACLEAY PEEL RUSSELL
Well done to all! We look forward to working with you in your leadership roles in the year ahead.
MIDDLE SCHOOL HOUSE CHESS COMPETITION – 2012
During Term 4, students were involved in an Inter-House Competition to
determine the winner of this year’s Middle School House Chess Competition.
The standard of matches played varied between the beginner level through
to some very competitive, high standard games. Some students are now
displaying a pleasing level of expertise and knowledge of the game. Each
House was represented by two teams of four players, with one player in each
team required to come from Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9 with each team having
at least one girl. Each House played all of the other Houses throughout the
event. In some teams, the students were reluctant to allow anyone else the chance to take their spot in
representing their House.
There were several players who remained undefeated at the conclusion of the competition. These included:
• Lachlan Mahaffey (Year 7), Nicholas Budden (Year 8) (from Peel).
• Rachel Viegas (Year 9), Taylor Hannan (Year 9), Emily Ward (Year 9), Liam Wade (Year 7), Nathan
Annand (Year 7) (all from Russell).
• Austin Read (Year 9), Jamie McCutcheon (Year 8) (both from Macleay).
• Reilly Jones (Year 8), Jaymee Gilbert (Year 7) (from Coochie)
The team scores stayed fairly close to each other throughout the competition. Different teams displayed
dominance at different times and fortunes of each House varied after successive rounds. The final results
were:
PLACE
4th place
3rd place
2nd place
1st place
HOUSE
Peel
Coochiemudlo
Macleay
Russell
Congratulations to all students who participated in this year’s competition. It’s wonderful to see the high
levels of House spirit evident when another group of students is given the opportunity to represent their
House. A big thank you must also be extended to the House Leaders for their infectious support and
involvement in this year’s event.
Rick Hodgson - Chess Co-ordinator
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 2013
Thank you to all families for participating in the initial registration for 2013 Extra Curricular activities. This
information enabled us to make clearer plans for 2013, including the registration of TAS sporting teams
by the deadline, as required, last Friday. We appreciate the commitment of our students and parents to
these wider community activities, knowing how we are building our ‘assets’ in our children through their
involvement. As you would have noticed, there are a wide range of activities on offer, covering lunch times,

after school and Saturday morning sessions. We are confident that all students should have been able to
fi nd something to appeal to their interests and their skills, and look forward to a positive year of enthusiastic
involvement by our student community.
SEMESTER 2 AWARDS ASSEMBLY – MONDAY, 3 DECEMBER – 1:45PM
All parents are invited to attend our Semester 2 Awards Assembly this Monday afternoon, 3 December in
The Lighthouse (L Block) at 1:45pm. Awards will be presented for Academic, Sporting, Service and Loyalty
and Cultural achievements.
MIDDLE SCHOOL END OF YEAR WORSHIP AND AWARDS EVENING
WEDNESDAY, 5 DECEMBER – 7PM
All families are asked to attend this special time of awards presentations as we recognise the achievements
of our students over the past year in Academic, Sporting, Service and Loyalty and Cultural areas. Our Year
9’s journey through the Middle School is also featured during the evening as an important milestone.
Being part of our Christ centred community also turns our focus to celebrating the close of the 2012
academic year through worshipping together. We look forward to joining as a Middle School community
and celebrating these signifi cant events with you all throughout the night’s program.
Students are reminded that they are all required to attend in full dress uniform. This includes trousers, ties
and blazers for boys and blazers for girls. Students are also asked to polish their shoes and to be well
groomed, meeting College expectations regarding hairstyles and jewellery.
(Reminder – Blazer pick-up! A few blazers remain at Totally Workwear after the pocket and embroidery work
has been completed. Please collect these as soon as possible, so that your child can present themselves
as required for our special formal evening.)
TAS SPORT 2013
As outlined in the initial rollout of the TAS Sports uniforms early this year, the year for
encouraging the wearing of these uniforms has passed. As of 2013, the TAS Sports
uniforms will be a compulsory aspect of student TAS team involvement. Unlike other
schools which require specifi c items for specific sports, we have designed a range of
items that are multi-purpose. The garments are made out of high quality fabric and are
constructed to give many years of use. When items are purchased, it should be with
the fl exibility of their purpose in mind, so the initial outlay will not only serve that particular sport, but the
items can be used for other sports in a mix and match range, further down the track. Our teams will look
sharp and feel more confident in how they present themselves – all positive for encouraging optimum
performance!
GOLD STAR DAY
Next Tuesday, 4 December is our annual end of year ‘Gold Star Day’ celebrations, students
will have a fun day at Wet ’n’ Wild. All students are reminded to wear their full sports uniform
including sports cap and are required to bring their own lunch and morning tea along or
money to purchase food. Students need to arrive at the College to assemble in the Hayshed
by 8:25am and will return by 3:15pm. Students not attending Wet ’n’ Wild will participate in
activities supervised by College staff and can attend school in their sports uniform.
MT BINGA – BINGA BLOG
Sunday, 25 November: Today was a relaxing day. We chilled out and enjoyed the free time. Some of us
spent time with the horses while others played Basketball. We had chapel which was about helping each
other and pulling our weight. This was very relevant as we all need to work as a team to make this camp a
good one. We did washing and it feels great to have clean clothes again.
Some people visited the Resurrection Garden which freaked everyone out because it was in the forest and
a bit run-down, and some people even freaked themselves out. Tomorrow the boys go on solo which they
are really excited about. We are all looking forward to making our last week a fun and exciting one.
Madison, Tristan and Jack
Please check out the Binga Blog on our College website.
Look after each other!
Deb Osland
Head of Middle School

JUNIOR SCHOOL
AROUND THE JUNIOR SCHOOL – WEEK 8
• Whole Junior School Praise Worship in the SPAH at 9:45am this week. Lead by Pastor Atlmann,
Mrs Hartshorn and Mrs Altmann. All welcome.
LOOKING AHEAD
• Friday, 30 November: Russell House Assembly
• Tuesday, 4 December: Junior School Final Assembly in the SPAH starting at 9:00am
• Thursday, 6 December: Junior School Closing Worship in the SPAH at 7:00pm
CLOSING SERVICE AND AWARDS EVENING
The Junior School Closing Service and Awards Evening will be held on Thursday, 6
December in the SPAH starting at 7:00pm. The expectation is that all students attend this
evening. I look forward to concluding our school year with worship, and celebrating the
achievements of our students with the Junior School community.
BREAK UP DAY
Thursday, 6 December is our fi nal day of Junior School for 2012. All classes will have a Casual Dress
Day and an end of year break up party, either within their year level or class group. Individual teachers
will communicate specific times and requirements for each class with you. Parent helpers will be required
on the day. If you are able to assist please see your child’s teacher for details or refer to the class notes
and information that will be sent home. We thank you in advance for your cooperation with our end of year
celebrations; it is a fun day to end an exciting year at Faith!
BREAK UP DAY - CASUAL DRESS DAY EXPECTATIONS - ALL STUDENTS
Students participating in Casual Dress Days must adhere to the following rules:
• Smart casual clothes are to be worn;
• Covered/closed footwear only to be worn, no thongs or slip on mules (toe and heels must be enclosed);
• No midriff, singlet or ‘strappy’ tops;
• No inappropriate wording or pictures on clothes;
• No revealing necklines;
• No ‘short’ shorts or short skirts, ie. Mid-thigh length;
• Normal College rules apply re jewellery, makeup and hair;
• A hat must be worn when outdoors; and
• Students can travel to and/or from school by public transport in free dress
clothes on Casual Dress Day.
JTAS SPORT
With JTAS sporting fixtures for 2012 having concluded and another successful year of sport behind us, I
would like to thank Mr O’Carroll for his tireless efforts in co-ordinating the JTAS program this year. I would
also like to thank Mrs Lennon, Mr Crowther, Mr Scott, Mrs Nixon, Mr Keeler and parents who have taken
on coaching and manager roles this year. Thank you to the students for their participation and excellent
sportsmanship displayed throughout the year. Finally, a big thank you to all parents for your support of the
program. We look forward to another great year of JTAS sport in 2013.
PROTECTIVE BEHAVIOURS PRESENTATION FOR CHILDREN
School Community Liaison Officer, Senior Constable Nathan Vaughan addressed the
students about ‘protective behaviours’ strategies at assembly on Friday. Constable
Vaughan specifi cally addressed ‘early warning signs’ in his presentation. A summary of
his message is found in the red text and comes from the Queensland Police Service’s
‘Protective Behaviours for Children’ website: http://www.police.qld.gov.au/programs/
cscp/personalSafety/children/Protective+Behaviours+For+Children.htm
Protective Behaviours emphasises and positively reinforces two corresponding core concepts:
Early warning signs
Children are encouraged to recognise their feelings of safety in different situations. When we feel unsafe,
our bodies tell us through physical sensations that something is wrong. Within the program these sensations

are called early warning signs; however you may refer to them as natural instincts, gut feelings or intuition.
Children are encouraged to identify their early warning signs, for example, butterflies in the stomach,
sweaty hands, goose bumps, racing heart, and the situations in which they can occur.
There are generally three types of situations where we experience early warning signs:
1. When we feel unsafe, but are having fun and are in control of the situation – i.e. it is our choice to be
there. For example, watching a scary movie, diving off a high tower or riding a roller coaster.
2. When we feel unsafe, it is not fun, but we are still in control. For example, going to the dentist or sitting
an exam.
3. When we feel unsafe, it is not fun and we have no control over the situation. These situations are
personal emergencies as the child is in danger of losing control over what happens to them. For
example, being lost, being bullied, or being abused by a relative.
In a personal emergency, children are encouraged to:
• use safety strategies and personal networks to regain control of the situation and restore them to a state
of physical and emotional safety;
• dial triple zero (000) if in immediate danger; and or
• report non-urgent incidents by calling their local police station or Policelink on 131 444.
Networks
Children are encouraged to develop a ‘Safety Network’ of trusted adults who will listen to them, believe
them and help them if they need help. Ideally, a child’s network should consist of at least five trusted adults
chosen by them who are available, supportive, trustworthy and willing to listen. They should also be willing
to take action, if needed, in order to help the child feel and be safe again.
Networks of trusted people should be people children can talk to about all things, whether they are good
or of a concern to them.
Additionally, when a child experiences a ‘personal emergency’ they should be encouraged to:
• seek assistance from their network in order to restore their feelings of safety;
• dial triple zero (000) if in immediate danger; and or
• report non-urgent incidents by calling your local police station or Policelink on 131 444.
Special thanks to our College Safety House Committee for organising Senior Constable Vaughan’s visit.
http://www.safetyhouseqld.org.au/
MUSIC CAPTAINS
Choir Captain
Instrumental Captain
HOUSE CAPTAINS
Peel
Russell
Macleay
Coochiemudlo
STUDENT COUNCIL
President
Secretary
Treasurer
Year Level Representatives
Brendan Anderson
Laminta Brengman-Harvey
2013 POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Harrison Kemp, Tom Lyell, Jayden Scurry, Noah Sutton and Jaime
Renfrey
Luke Spencer, Bradley Kruger, Kayla Russell, Lachlan Barclay and
Zara Powell
Adam Blomfield, Jessica Goedemans, Zac Trewheellar, Colin Wiggill
and Ky Maklary
April Dillon, Amy Hosking, Shannah Holland, Isiah Hippisley and
Jackson Winn
Abigail Garske
Grace Sells
Heidi Cunningham
Chloe Wigan, Mikayla Marchetti, Brooke Caple, Jordan Murphy,
Stephanie Moutafis, Maegan Quee and Amy Ford

STUDENT OF THE WEEK – WEEK 7
CLASS RECIPIENT CLASS RECIPIENT
PN
Storm Lees, Stuart Annand, William
Brittany Jones, Kyla Hill, Isaiah
3G
Butt
Hutchinson
PW
Abigail Whiteman, Joseph Wellspring, Stephanie Davidson, Cooper Hewett
4N
Dylan Weaver
PG
Flynn Harrington, Sienna Miller, Molly Mitchell Wallbank, Emile
4W
Griffi ths
Montgomerie
1N
Charlee Webber, Thomas Barclay
Milahn Pietrobon, Georgia
4G
Guesebroek, Isobel Dahler
1W
Anneliese Neary, Ebony Bunce,
William Reece-Anderson
5N
1G Jacob Vanderreydan, Kira Ballantyne 5W Lauran Bellman, Chloe Wigan
2N Georgia Hewett, Tahira Jones 5G Liam Harding, Sydnie Lunt
2W
Darcy Burgess, Ava Wellspring,
Georgie Roberts, Tayla Moulson
6N
Isabella Hoelscher
2G Mikala Murphy, Ben Goedemans 6W Gabrielle Barr, James Daff
3N
Sarah Wigan, Ethan Williams,
Liam Dirckze, Joshua Bunce
6G
Sierriah Lee-Andrews
3W Cleo Dougan, Peter Rose
DEVELOPING HIGHER ORDER THINKING SKILLS
….more on Benjamin Bloom’s taxonomy of cognitive processes
ANALYSING
CREATING
Higher order thinking
EVALUATING
ANALYSING
APPLYING
UNDERSTANDING
Lower order thinking
REMEMBERING
Analysing: Potential Activities and Products and Products
Category Questions for Analysing Potential activities and
products
Break material into its constituent
parts and determine how the
parts relate to one another and to
an overall structure or purpose
• Which events could not have
happened?
• If. ..happened, what might the
ending have been?
• How is...similar to...?
• What do you see as other
possible outcomes?
• Why did...changes occur?
• Can you explain what must
have happened when...?
• What are some or the
problems of...?
• Can you distinguish
between...?
• What were some of the
motives behind..?
(Pohl, Learning to Think,
Thinking to Learn, p. 13)
• Design a questionnaire to
gather information
• Write a commercial to sell a
new product
• Make a flow chart to show the
critical stages
• Construct a graph to illustrate
selected information
• Make a family tree showing
relationships.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT STALL
On Monday, 26 November students from Prep - Year 6 brought money to buy some gifts
for their families and friends. It was held in the Chapel with a variety of unique presents.
Some very kind Year 7 and 11 students helped out and some parents were generous
to give up their time to help. We thank everyone for helping to make it a success.
Everyone who brought money was satisfied with what they purchased. It was a good
way to get Christmas presents for our loved ones without spending too much money.
All the money raised is going towards the P&FA, which is the Parents and Friends
Association. They help with projects around the College like shade sails and data projectors. Emily Verrall
SPEECH AND DRAMA NEWS
This Friday, 30 November Speech and Drama students will be giving a performance on assembly. All
children are asked to wear the Speech and Drama performance outfits.
Melissa Webster – Let’s Talk Kids
DISCO
DJ George entertained excited but well behaved students at the Junior School’s discos last Thursday
evening. It was great to see so many children having fun in their ‘fluro’ outfits. Over $900 profit was raised
on the night. Some of this money will support Australian Lutheran World Service’s ‘Gift of Grace’ problem.
SIX SECRET AGENT CADETS GRADUATE
The Secret Agent Society is an engaging program developed by Dr
Renae Beaumont which appeals to children’s sense of adventure
while they develop useful social skills. Six children and four staff
members had the opportunity to participate in this program through
a research project implemented by a psychology student from the
University of Queensland. The teachers and parents were also
encouraged to become actively involved as the students (cadets)
had regular home mission assignments to complete. The cadets
met over two lunch breaks each week sharing their lunch together and learning how to observe and detect
emotions as well as how to apply various social codes. They were rewarded if they had practised their
recently acquired skills at home or in the classroom. The program ran for ten weeks beginning in August.
The program ended last week with a well-deserved celebration. Congratulations Secret Agents!
LOST PROPERTY
Jake Vanderreyden in 1G has lost his named sport hat, please check your belongings and return to the
1G classroom or Junior School Offi ce if found.
Greg Tagney
Acting Head of Junior School
Tim Keeler
Deputy Head of Junior School
MUSIC NEWS....
As the year quickly comes to an end there are a few house keeping matters that need
to be addressed. Piano, Voice, Percussion and Guitar students will have their last
lessons this week. Strings, Brass and Woodwind will finalise their lessons next week.
Please make sure that all accounts have been paid and any resources borrowed
from your Tutors have been returned.
2012 LOAN INSTRUMENTS
Students who have had a College instrument this year are reminded that these need
to be returned at your last lesson or performance. Junior School students can leave their instruments in
the Green Room or give them to Mrs Altmann in the Music Office. Middle and Senior students can leave
their instruments in C Block.
2013 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC ENROLMENTS
Thank you to those families who have enrolled in Instrumental Music next year. If you havev not returned
your form or would like to enrol your child, enrolment forms can be found at any of the College offices or
on our website. For existing students wishing to continue next year, enrolments automatically carry over.
You do not need to fi ll in another enrolment form.

If your child is withdrawing from Instrumental Music then an email to Jacinta Altmann the Head of Extra
Curricular Music (P-12) is required to advise of this change jaltmann@faithlutheran.qld.edu.au.
LOAN OFFERS FOR 2013
We are currently in the process of fi nalising instrument loans for next year. More information and confirmation
of a loan instrument will be sent to you in the coming week.
If you have any questions regarding Instrumental Music for next year please email the Head of Extra
Curricular Music (P-12), Jacinta Altmann at jaltmann@faithlutheran.qld.edu.au
FROM THE SPORTS DESK...
THE ASSOCIATED SCHOOLS (TAS SPORT)
Faith Lutheran College, Redlands involvement in the TAS Association has been an
opportunity for our students to be involved in competitive sports and games. Faith’s
membership in TAS enables all students to participate and represent the College
in various sports which are offered throughout the year. Membership in TAS (The
Associated Schools) enables boys and girls to represent their school in a variety of
summer and winter sporting fixtures against a number of Brisbane Schools.
Faith Lutheran College, Redlands has been involved in the TAS Sports Association for four years. The
College’s membership in TAS enables the students from Year 7 – 12 (starting from 2013 Year 7 will be
under the TAS banner and no longer JTAS) to participate and represent the College in the various sports
which are offered.
Whilst our sporting achievements are promoted and significant, this is refl ected by our nine Red Division
Premierships in four sports throughout 2012. However the College places its greatest emphasis upon skill
acquisition and participation for enjoyment. Therefore as our College moves forward we must honour our
commitment and ensure the continuation and growth within the TAS Association.
In 2013 all students are expected to be involved in at least 2 activities (one each semester - all co-curricular
activities - not just sport). Students were asked to complete an online nomination form for the activities
that they would like to be involved in for 2013. These forms were printed off and taken home for parental
consent.
This is an exciting time for our College as we move forward and offer our students a multi-faceted education.
Any families requiring additional information are invited to make direct contact with Mr Bruce Keys (Head
of Sport) for assistance.

JAPAN TOUR 2013
Students studying Japanese in Year 9-12 in 2013 that registered interest in the 2013
Japan Tour, are invited to attend an information evening on Monday, 3 December
commencing at 7pm in the ISC. Please notify Hyde Sensei of attendance numbers
by email to jhyde@faithlutheran.qld.edu.au by today.
JAPANESE NEWS...
DAN-DAN JAPANESE RED BELT
2012 Year 7 students are reminded that they will require their Dan-Dan Japanese
Red Belt text/work book in 2013 for their Year 8 Japanese studies. Under no circumstances should any
current Year 7 student dispose of this text/work book and ensure they have it to start the 2013 school year.
Due to the condition some of the Red Belt books are in, the supplier has kindly offered to re-bind
the books at no cost to our families. Over the course of this week we will be asking the Year 7
students to take their workbook to the ISC so that it can be boxed and returned to the supplier to be
repaired. We aim to do this in class time and in class lots, but please ensure your Year 7 student
has returned their NAMED Red Belt book to the ISC by Friday, 30 November. These books will be
returned early next year ready to start Term 1. Please ensure your child’s FIRST and LAST name
are clearly visible on the front of their book.
In addition, if there are any current Year 8 students that wish to donate their Dan-Dan text/work book at the
end of the 2012 school year, please hand the book in to the ISC or your relevant Sensei.
BUSHIDO SIXTEEN MOVIE
On Wednesday, 21 November the Year 9 Japanese students, accompanied by the Year 8 students that
have indicated their interest in learning Japanese next year, attended the screening of a new Japanese film.
The viewing of the movie, ‘Bushido 16’, served many purposes. It gave us an opportunity to interact with
those people with whom we may be travelling to Japan with next year, experience the contrasted ethnicity

of the Japanese (their customs and routines), enticed our love for the
Japanese language, and of course consolidated language we had learnt
over the year. It was particularly relevant to the Year 8 students, having
just completed a sports unit, and to usYyear 9 students, consolidating
our verbs and adjectives. It amazed us when we actually recognised
words in Japanese and knew the meaning of them during the movie!!
We also had a chance to learn about Japanese in a real world setting,
by becoming aware of the learning opportunities in the field of Japanese
after school, which was very rewarding as well. We had an amazing time observing the processes that
both Sanae and Kaori undergo both in terms of Kendo, and their relationship as Kendo elites. The action
scenes were also really cool and it was great to understand all the spirituality associated with this Japanese
martial art. We thank Miss Hyde for exposing us to this new movie, we had a great time.
Jack Tautz 9MP and Austin Read 9MM
JAPANESE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST
We are very proud of Year 11 Japanese students Candice Strydom and Rosalie Mitson, who are both
taking the Japanese Language Proficiency Test this Sunday. The JLPT is the largest-scale Japanese
language test in the world! The JLPT is widely recognised across corporate and government sectors as a
benchmark for proficiency measurement, and is also a strong motivator for students of Japanese language.
The test is held annually on the 1st Sunday of December, at Griffith University, Nathan Campus. The
JLPT N5 has been recognised as an ‘Enrichment’ unit from the Queensland Studies Authority (QSA),
and Queensland students who successfully pass the JLPT are eligible for two credit points towards their
Queensland Certificate of Education.
We wish Candice and Rosalie the best of luck as they complete the JLPT this Sunday!!!
Enjoy Japanese, Hyde Sensei jhyde@faithlutheran.qld.edu.au
PARISH NEWS...
FAITH CELEBRATION CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PRESENTATION
The children of Faith Celebration Church will be presenting the Christmas story at the regular worship in L
Block (Beveridge Road Campus) on Sunday, 2 December at 9:30am.
Any children who want to come along on the day and be part of the presentation are most welcome.
CHRISTMAS SERVICES
Details of our Christmas Services this year are as follows:
CHRISTMAS EVE
CHRISTMAS DAY
Monday, 24 December at 7:00pm - Faith Celebration, L
Block, Beveridge Road Campus: Children's Christmas
Service.
Tuesday, 25 December at 8:00am - St. James, Waterloo
Street, Cleveland with Holy Communion.

COLLEGE SHOP...
THE COLLEGE SHOP WILL BE OPEN THIS SATURDAY, 1 DECEMBER
FROM 8:30AM – 11:00AM
REGULAR TRADING HOURS (TERM TIME)
PHONE : 3820 5534
Monday:
7:45am - 10:00am and 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tuesday:
7:45am - 10:00am
Wednesday:
7:45am - 10:00am and 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursday and Friday: 7:45am - 10:00am
COMMUNITY NEWS...
Lutheran Youth of Queensland are offering two brand new summer camps, along with their already
successful Kids Camp! REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 30 NOVEMBER!
Summer Camp | 10 –14 Dec 2012 | Year 7-9 | Coolum Beach
Get ready, get set and get on board for five days of jam packed fun that will make you EXPLODE with
excitement! Prepare for epic battles as we fi ght it out at laser zone and challenge each other to raft wars!
Take a mighty jump off the highest flying fox on the Sunshine Coast and test your bravery on the thrilling
Redback ride at Aussie World. You might choose to learn to surf at the amazing Coolum Beach or tackle
the heights of indoor rock climbing. Add to that amazing beach games and night challenges and you’ve got
yourself a mad camp! During the week we’ll also learn about Jesus and His epic adventures.
Cost: $437per camper, $407 per subsequent child from the same family. Register online at www.lyq.org.
au/explode
Summer Camp | 17-21 Dec 2012 | Year 10-12 | Coolum Beach
Escape the everyday & get ready for a pumping week of fun at the incredible Coolum Beach! Beginner or
pro, you’ll love the chance to carve it up on a wakeboard or water skis with mates on the beautiful Sunshine
Coast! Hit the beach to enjoy some body surfing and beach games or just kick back on the sand and soak
up summer! Test yourself on the amazing high ropes course or join some friends on a canoeing or mountain
biking adventure through picturesque national parks. During the week we’ll also learn about God’s great
escape plan, before kicking it old school with some tenpin bowling and our own personal outdoor movie
theatre. Escape will be a spectacular way to end the year, so register now before it fills up!
Cost: $437per camper, $407 per subsequent child from the same family. Register online at www.lyq.org.
au/escape Don’t miss out! Register now before it’s too late! Registrations for Escape and Explode close 30
November 2012!
7-11 January 2013| Year 4-7 in 2012
Kids Camp is a week of growth, activities, meeting new friends, spending time at the beach and learning
more about God. This year’s theme is ‘Uncharted’ and we will be exploring what you’ll need for life’s
journey and the treasures you might find along the way.
Cost: $310 per camper, $280 per subsequent child from the same family. Register online at www.lyq.org.au/
kids Earlybird registrations close 30 November. Prices increase by $30 after this date. Final registrations
close 16 December 2012.
Transport: Bus transport will be available for Explode, Escape and Kids Camp. More information, conditions
and costs are outlined on our website.
Registered Child Care Provider: Centrelink Child Care rebates apply for Explode, Escape and Kids Camp
as Lutheran Youth of Queensland is a registered childcare provider. Visit our website for more information.
For more information call Elle on 07 3511 4080 or email office@lyq.org.au
Lutheran Youth of Queensland
Alive in Christ; passionate in service