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NEWSLETTER 2, 2017
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CABOOLTURENEWSLETTER17 February 2017 Issue Number: 2, 2017
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 (NIV)
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THE PRINCIPAL
Grace Lutheran College 129 Toohey St, Caboolture QLD 4510 T: 07 5495 2444 grace@glc.qld.edu.au gracecollege.com.au
TO LEARN
Schools are places of learning, at least that is one descriptor of what
a school is or should be, and one would expect that this involves
teaching. However Australian schools today often distinguish between
teaching and learning for the reason that to have been taught
something does not necessarily mean we have learned what has been
taught.
In a sketch from the Charlie Brown cartoon series quite a few decades
ago, Linus proudly informs Charlie that he has taught Snoopy to
whistle; intrigued, Charlie Brown asks Linus to take him to Snoopy and
demonstrate. The gathering of all three resulted in it being very clear
that Snoopy could not whistle; when challenged Linus pointed out to
Charlie Brown that while he had taught Snoopy to whistle, this did not
mean that Snoopy had learned to whistle.
Learning is difficult to define, it is not surprising then that definitions
abound if you go in search for them. One I particularly like describes
learning as ‘a persisting change (retained facts, information or skills) in
human performance or performance potential which must come about
as a result of a learner’s experience and interaction with the world.’
This definition unfortunately does not explain how or why learning
occurs; there is no doubt though that the students must have an interest
in the topic, the potential to acquire the knowledge and skills being
taught, and the teacher must provide an environment appropriate for
learning.
Learning is most likely to occur when the relationship between teacher
and student includes mutual trust and respect; where the material being
taught gains the student’s interest and the teaching techniques and
pedagogies provide for different skill levels and learning styles. Values
and or philosophies can also aid learning as they can and often do
foster an environment conducive to learning and in Grace College’s
context this would be Grit. Growth. and Grace.
Grace wants its students to learn and learn well, our goal is indeed to
bring about ‘a persisting change in student performance,’ preparing
Grace Graduates for “a life of faith and service, so that God will be
glorified in the world.”
David Radke
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HEAD OF CAMPUSCongratulations everyone on a super start to the year! I have been delighted to see the high levels of enthusiasm and commitment the students are
bringing into the classroom in these early weeks of the year. It is quite clear that one thing that unites students, parents and teachers alike, is the
high value we place on a quality education. As I have said many times, it is our core business and with God’s help our highest priority. It is worth
reflecting for a moment on the many factors that need to be managed and planned for in order for excellence in learning to occur. Here just a few
that spring to mind:
1. Student Safety and Security. Parents and Teachers partner in this most important task of trying to ensure the safety and security of students.
Students must feel safe, secure and comfortable in each and every learning situation. Two clear areas to think about here are obviously the
physical environment and also the social environment. Parents and teachers definitely need to work together in ensuring that students come
to school with a strong commitment to pursue their own learning and as importantly, to allow their peers to learn alongside them without any
form of negative interference.
2. Clear Expectations and Good Pedagogy. As teachers, we have the responsibility to make clear to our students, what it is we expect them
to learn in each unit and lesson. The college is doubling our efforts in this area with a whole college commitment to expressly making clear
the Learning Goals in every class. You may be aware that the language of ‘Learning Goals’ forms part of the Art and Science of Teaching
Pedagogical Framework authored by Robert Marzano.
3. Student Engagement and Intellectual Rigour. It is often a ‘penny drop’ moment when a student begins to perceive their education as
being something of incredible unique personal value to themselves. Suddenly learning is not ‘because the teacher said so’ but rather it
becomes a precious experience in which every lesson is an opportunity to add increasing value to their knowledge and skills base. When
students bring this kind of approach to school the scene is set for high quality learning and engagement. It does of course mean that we as
teachers need to be at the top of our game in terms of providing intellectually rigorous challenges and learning experiences.
These are just a few factors (and indeed there are many more) that contribute to a high quality education. I invite parents, students and teachers to
maintain a dialogue around these factors, including providing helpful feedback as to where further improvement may lie.
Warren Irvine
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GRACE ABOUNDSI had the opportunity to visit the Year 10 students at Googa last week and was reminded of what a peaceful, relaxed place Googa is. There are
certainly things about the Googa experience that are far from relaxing for many students (e.g. Solo!), but the space itself has something of a
“retreat” feel.
This ‘peaceful’ Googa experience reminded me that inner ‘peace’ is something that God wants for us. That may sound cliché but the Bible is
clear that God really does want for His people to be people of peace. Of course that doesn’t mean that we’ll never have problems or frustrations.
Deadlines, demands, difficulties (especially with technology!), stress, hard work and even conflict are all a normal and often quite healthy part
of life for most of us. Yet even in the midst of these things, God wants a greater peace for us that goes beyond our ability to fully understand.
(Philippians 4:7)
A powerful illustration of this is found in Mark 4. Jesus was on a boat with his disciples when a dangerous storm began lashing the boat. The
disciples became terrified however Jesus slept through it. The disciples awoke Jesus, asking if he even cared for them because they’re were on the
verge of dying. Jesus responded by commanding the wind and waves to be still and by scalding the disciples. “Why are you afraid? Do you still
have no faith?” he asked.
Under the frightening circumstances, Jesus’ response may seem a little harsh, but I think his point was that if you have me in the boat with you, you
don’t need to let fear and worry overwhelm you – have faith. There is a principle here that applies to us to: If we have Jesus in our lives, then we
needn’t be overwhelmed by fears and worries. Through the midst of whatever turmoil and stress life throws our way, God wants us to have peace
and we can because Jesus is with us.
Kris Forman
Googa
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AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING
Tutoring is provided to all Grace students in the library Mondays to Thursdays 3:15pm to 5:15pm. Drop in after school to receive assistance with
homework, assignments and exams. See the table below for tutors’ subject area expertise.
TUTOR DAY SUBJECT AREAS
Kimberley Davies-
Graham
Mondays &
Tuesdays
English (Senior and Middle School), History (Modern
and Ancient - Senior and Middle School), Maths
(Middle School), Film & Television, Arts, Religion &
Ethics, Graphics
Jarrod McGuinness Wednesdays English, Math A, History, Biology, HPE
Mitchell Hunter Thursdays Maths & Science (Math C & B)
CHRISTIAN STUDIESStudent Prayer Group
Last Friday a team of Year 11 students launched a Student Prayer
Group at school. The purpose of the group is to encourage each other,
grow closer to God, thank God and ask for God’s help and grace.
A great turn out of 15 students came along to our first group. The
prayer group meets in M3 every Friday at morning tea. All students are
welcome to attend.
Stuff for Boys and Girls
A brave bunch of Middle School boys endured the scorching heat last
week to play a game of Gridiron as part of a lunchtime challenge
for boys. Encouraged and helped by four Year 12 boys, the younger
students learnt a few things about Gridiron and sweated hard in what
turned out to be a draw.
Meanwhile a bunch of middle school girls were comfy in an air
conditioned, boy-free room where they got to share food, stories,
laughs and even a teepee! Separate girls groups for Middle School and
Senior School students are going to run during Friday lunches this year.
Thanks to Elizabeth and Grace, a couple of awesome, young ladies
from local churches who are coming in to help out with the groups.
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ROTHWELL CAMPUS 479-483 Anzac Avenue Rothwell Qld 4022 PO Box 3181 Clontarf DC 4019 Telephone: 07 3203 0066 Facsimile: 07 3897 2188 Email: grace@glc.qld.edu.au
CABOOLTURE CAMPUS 129 Toohey Street Caboolture QLD 4510 PO Box 1424, Caboolture Q 4510 Telephone: 07 5495 2444 Facsimile: 07 5495 1779 Email: enquiries_cc@glc.qld.edu.au gracecollege.com.auFacebook: www.facebook.com/GraceLuth
PRINCIPAL Mr David Radke
HEAD OF CAMPUS, ROTHWELL Mrs Cheryl Budd
HEAD OF CAMPUS, CABOOLTURE Mr Warren Irvine
HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL Mrs Kylie Duyzer
ASSISTANT TO PRINCIPAL ADMIN Ms Naree Wittwer
HEAD OF MIDDLE SCHOOL Mrs Nicole Gregory
DEPUTY HEAD OF CABOOLTURE CAMPUS Mr Jason Miles
HEAD OF TEACHING AND LEARNING Ms Rita Hermus
DEPUTY HEAD OF MIDDLE SCHOOL Mr Peter Miles DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION SERVICES Mr Peter Kellett HEAD OF SERVICE AND ACTIVITIES Mr Gordon Rackley BUSINESS MANAGER Mr Ray McKinnon COLLEGE PASTOR Pastor Jim Strelan STUDENT ABSENTEE LINE5428 9445 TUCKSHOP5428 9438
GRACE SWIMMING 3204 2725 (Rothwell)
P & F CHAIRPERSON - Caboolture Mrs Melissa Thiess pandfchair_caboolture@glc.qld.edu.au
P & F SECRETARY - Caboolture Mr Clint Bevan pandfsecretary_caboolture@glc.qld.edu.au
COLLEGE COUNCIL MEMBERS Chair: Mr John Gerlach Vice Chair: Mr Gary Fulton Secretary: Mrs Pattie Neideck-Colllins Chair of Finance Mr Craig Klinge Other Members: Mrs Gail Symons, Mrs Anne Maczkowiack, Dr Roger Hunter OAM, Pastor Mark Brinkmann, Mr Geoff Crooks Principal: Mr David RadkeCollege Pastor: Rev Jim Strelan
CONTACTS
CONSULTATION DAY
The College Council issue an invitation to all parents to be involved on Saturday morning 11 March, particularly those with students in Years 11 and 12.
This very important occasion in the life of the College is an opportunity for the whole Grace community (College Council, P&F, staff, students and other guests) to join together for discussion and fellowship. Input of ideas from a range of perspectives is crucial to the success of the day. The main topics for discussion and focus this year are ‘Measuring Success – Are we adding value?’ and ‘The New Senior Assessment System’.
A light breakfast will be served at 7:15am in the Performing Arts room. The event commences at 8:30am and finishes at 12:00 noon with morning tea served between sessions.
If you would like to attend, please contact Chris Jago at the Caboolture Campus on 5495 2444 ASAP and advise any dietary restrictions when you respond. We look forward to seeing you there.
A registered Psychologist visits the Campus on a weekly basis. This service is provided via a
Mental Health Care Plan which covers the cost of ten sessions. The Psychologist can assist
students to:
• make positive life choices
• communicate better with parents
• resolve conflict
• broaden social skills
• process grief and loss including that related to death, divorce and separation
• improve self-esteem and confidence
• manage anger and mood swings
• be more responsible online or deal with consequences
• combat bullying
• strengthen body image
• manage anxiety, depression
• manage attention deficit and hyperactivity
• cope with pain and chronic illness.
For further information about this service please contact Mrs Melissa Green or Mr Jason
Miles on 5495 2444.
PSYCHOLOGIST SUPPORT
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Connecting & Supporting Parents & Carers of Adolescents
A program of
ParentSpace is coming to headspace Caboolture and we need your help!Do you feel lost in understanding your teen? Are you having troubles in communicating with your teenager? Would you like some help?
Each meeting allows parents and carers the time to network and share experiences over a coffee before hearing from a professional about a specific topic such as;
ParentSpace is a free support group for parents and carers to make connections, share experiences and receive information from professionals about how to understand and connect with your teenager.
• Effective communication
• Parenting styles
• Dealing with challenging adolescent behaviour
• Adolescent brain development
• Relationships
• Mental health and wellbeing
• Substance abuse-what are the signs and how to approach the topic?
• Single parent and blended families
• Coping skills for parents
• Impacts of social media
• Dealing with family conflict
If you would like to be a part, know more or have a suggestion for ParentSpace here at headspace, please take a minute to add your name to the expression of interest form.
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BUSINESSThe inaugural Business Department China Trip
2018 is an exciting opportunity for current Year
8 to 11 students to witness the cultural history
and business wonders that China has to offer. The trip will be held on
the school holidays from the 16th to the 24th September 2018 visiting
the cities of Beijing, Shanghai and Suzhou. The cost of the trip will be
approximately $4400 (subject to change) which will include tours to
the Great Wall of China, Olympic Village, Forbidden City, Tiananmen
Square, Oriental Tower and a visit to a partnership school to just name
a few sightseeing experiences. Time has also been allocated to witness
how the Chinese undertake business and differences in business
nuances. Included within the cost are all flights, accommodation,
food and transfers. This is a once in a lifetime experience to witness
the sheer beauty of a country rich in history and culture and would
beneficial for students interesting in studying business, technology
and history. The trip however is open for all Rothwell and Caboolture
students. For more information, please contact Mr Curran or Ms
Coburn in the Rothwell Business Department for a letter of invitation
and itinerary.
NOMINATIONS FOR QLD YOUTH PARLIAMENT OPEN
Nominations for the 2017 QCAA-accredited Queensland Youth Parliament (QYP) program are now open. QYP is the largest non-partisan forum for youth aged 15-25. They have 93 youth members from every electorate around the state, including four fully funded Indigenous seats. The program provides a fundamental link between young people and the Queensland State Government. The bills that are written and debated in Youth Parliament are then considered by the actual State Parliament.
This program is ultimately one of the best opportunities for young people to have their voices heard and create change in their community. The issues young people face around the state deserve to be listened to and solved. They are seeking young people from our electorate to stand up for yourself and your community. You don’t have to be a great public speaker to apply, just as long as your passionate.
Nominations close at 11.59 p.m. on 27 February. More information at YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament Facebook and ymcaqyp.org.au
See Ms Green for further information.
EMAIL COMMUNICATION WITH TEACHERS
Parents are welcome to email teachers regarding non urgent matters. All email addresses for
teachers follow the format – firstname_lastname@glc.qld.edu.au. Email addresses are also
listed in eGrace and the soon to be launched Parent Lounge.
Please allow 3 working days for teaching staff to respond to emails from parents.
CAMPUS SECURITY
Closed circuit television cameras and recording devices are in operation 24 hours a day,
7 days a week on the College premises primarily to assist with our out of hours security
measures. Personal information may be collected through these surveillance systems and
passed on to relevant staff within the College or external authorities i.e. Police, if a situation
requiring further investigation arises.
Peter Kellett
Director of Information Services
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THE READING CHALLENGE
At Grace we want every student to develop a love of reading. Research
shows that the academic, developmental and social benefits of reading
are overwhelming. It is for this reason that the staff at Grace want to
develop opportunities for students to participate in reading both at
school and at home.
We are excited to announce the start of a Reading Challenge here at
Grace, Caboolture. Students are encouraged to read as many books
as possible from a set list of books created by staff at the school. There
are two lists, one for the Senior School and one for the Middle School.
The book lists are made up of a broad range of books written by a
range of authors. Students are encouraged to read books from the list
and ask a teacher/parent/homeclass teacher etc to sign off on their
reading card.
In meeting the challenge students aim to read between 10-40 books
(10 books, bronze award; 20 books silver award; 40 books, gold
award) from the challenge lists.
Many of the books on the list are available in our own library or can be
accessed from the Rothwell library. Book request forms are found on the
library counter or collected from an English teacher.
In the Middle School students are given time to read in class and are
encouraged to read at home. We ask you to do the same. Even you
might like to read some of the books from the lists. They are both
available in the parent’s lounge.
HAPPY READING!
ENGLISH
ESSENTIAL ENGLISH SKILLS
Students in the Middle School have been asked to purchase the
‘Essential English Skills’ workbook, appropriate to their year level.
These workbooks will be used primarily in literacy classes and also in
some English classes where appropriate. Some students are still waiting
for these to arrive from the publisher. They will be needed by all Middle
School students for both semesters.
Penny Green
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2017 is set to be an exciting year for Academic Enrichment at Grace
Lutheran College. We welcome a number of new students to the
College, each who have joined us for our Ignite Excellence Programs.
These include:
• Ignite Excellence: English Literature Program. This is a separate
English class in Years 7 to 10 for our most eager readers and
writers who are looking for additional extension and enrichment.
• Ignite Excellence: STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts
and Mathematics) Program. This program offers 2 pathways:
Pathway 1 offers selected students extension and enrichment within
their Year Level for Maths and Science. Pathway 2 offers selected
students the opportunity to complete Years 7, 8 and 9 Mathematics
in just 2 years before moving onto Senior Mathematics a year
early.
• Ignite Excellence: GAME ON! (Music Extension Program). This
wonderful opportunity allows talented musicians and singers the
opportunity to undertake extra tuition and study across multiple
instruments as well as participation in a host of performance
opportunities.
• Ignite Excellence: Robotics. Students have the opportunity to
participate in a host of robotics teams and competitions.
•
Additional Ignite Excellence Academic Enrichment Opportunities
available:
QUT STEM HIGH SCHOOL RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS: Applications
are now open for high-achieving Year 12 students who would like
to apply for a rare one week work placement under the guidance
of leading QUT scientists within a real-world research project.
Internships take place over the Easter term break at QUT’s partner
institutes in Brisbane, and are available in areas such as cancer and
ageing, molecular science, infectious diseases, burns trauma, medical
engineering and electron microscopy. Information and application
forms can be found at: https://www.qut.edu.au/study/undergraduate-
study/do-you-advise-school-students/stem-for-schools/high-school-
research-internships
QUT VICE CHANCELLOR’S STEM CAMP 2017: Applications for
QUT’s flagship program, the Vice-Chancellor’s STEM Camp, will
open on 27 March 2017.High-achieving year 11 students from across
Queensland are invited to apply to this fully-funded six-day academic
cam. Students are immersed in a challenging one week STEM project
working under academic mentors and undergraduate students to
experience real-world applications of STEM learning. The week also
exposes students to Brisbane and QUT’s state of the art facilities,
careers information and leadership opportunities. More information can
be found HERE
QLD ROSTRUM VOICE OF YOUTH COMPETITION: This prestigious
public speaking competition is divided into Junior and Senior Divisions.
Junior students must be at least 11 and in Years 7, 8 or 9. Senior
students must be under 18 years of age and in Years 10, 11 or 12
at 1st January. Seniors speak for eight minutes and Juniors for six
minutes. Participants prepare and present a speech on one of the set
topics. Entries close March 27. Students should see Mrs Duyzer (Head
of Senior School) or Mrs Forman (Academic Enrichment Coordinator)
for registration. More information about the competition can be found
HERE
SENIOR ASTRONOMY, ASTROPHYSICS AND CODING COURSES:
High achieving Year 10, 11 or 12 students have the opportunity to
enrol in astronomy, astrophysics or coding courses offered by The
School Of Astronomy and Astrophysics (a QCAA Accredited Course
Provider). These courses can contribute 2 points toward a student’s
QCE and possible University Scholarships. The courses cost around
$500 and information can be found HERE. Students wishing to
enrol in these courses need to speak with the Head of Science at their
Campus (Mr Peter Smith or Ms Adelle Somerton) to arrange a College
teacher/mentor who can assist them during their studies.
OXFORD SERIES BRISBANE CONFERENCE: Julie Arliss’ Annual
Gifted & Talented Student Conference will be held at Anglican Church
Grammar School, Brisbane on Monday, 15 May, 2017. This is an
opportunity for GLC Academic Enrichment Senior Students (Years 10-
12) to join Julie Arliss (Oxford Lecturer) and other students from leading
Private and State schools to reflect on this year’s topics: ‘Matters of
Life & Death’, ‘Who Should Run a Country?’, ‘The Science of Time’,
‘Logic, Reasoning & Lateral Thinking Skills’, ‘The Debate about Love
and Money’. Students in the Musical will not be able to attend due to
rehearsals that week. Cost per student: $50 and registrations are to be
completed online. Please contact Mrs Leigh-ann Forman (Academic
Enrichment Coordinator) if you would like to attend this thought
provoking event. Bookings close shortly.
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics)
Residential Programme for Gifted and Talented Girls (Years 5 - 8)
‘Clearing Skies’ is a Brisbane based company specialising in programs
and support for G&T students. The STEAM Residential Programme
provides a three day
residential for gifted girls
who are currently in Years
5 - 8. Attendees will have
an opportunity to investigate
STEAM topics alongside
female students with similar
abilities and interests. There
are two camps this year.
Year 5 & 6 Girls: 2-5 April,
2017 and Year 7 & 8 Girls:
25th-28th June. For more
information go HERE.
IGNITE EXCELLENCE ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT
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CAREERS NEWSWhen our Year 10 students return from Googa they will be exploring
career options using Career Voyage, a career assessment which
provides each student with an Occupational Interest Profile and a list of
20 job suggestions for further consideration. This will provide the basis
of our meetings with students next term and will help with choosing
subjects for Years 11 and 12.
Students are able to view their Career Voyage reports from home by
logging into their account that they will create at school. Students
wishing to do the optional Career Avenues profiling at the end of
this term at a cost of $89 should contact me as soon as possible on
monique_atwell@glc.qld.edu.au.
This term, we have scheduled Careers meetings for our Year 12
students. The focus of these meetings is to for students to review their
Year 11 results, set academic goals and to further explore study and
career options. There is an abundance of information that students can
use to help them in their decision making and, at times, it can be a little
daunting. A great place to start is the Grace Careers website.
An exciting new resource has recently been added to the Grace Careers
website. This is a fortnightly Career Information Bulletin which provides
current, timely and informative career information for students and
parents. Just some of the many topics covered include:
• Alternative pathways
• Apprenticeships and traineeships
• Career decision making strategies
• Course and institution updates
• Financial assistance and scholarships
• Frequently asked questions
• Gap year program news
• Less well known occupations
• QTAC and tertiary entry
Follow the link to the first two editions of our Career Information Bulletin. I will also be attending the Year 12 Parent Night on Thursday
2 March if you would like to discuss anything further.
Monique Atwell
LATE ARRIVALS
Parents/guardians are required to notify the College if their student is
going to be late, either by using the Grace Lutheran College App (free
download) or contacting the College’s absentee line on 5428 9445
(Caboolture). Written advice can also to be handed in by the student on
arrival at Student Services.
EARLY DEPARTURES
In a situation where a student needs to leave the Campus before the
end of the school day, a written note must be brought from home
and given to Student Services in the morning or sent via the app. The
student must report to Student Services to be signed out by a Parent.
STUDENT SERVICES
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Before M1 Jazz Band NPLunch M11 Dance Club
MASM1 Vocal Group NP LH
Arts Captains Committee M11 TS/SG Wk. ADrama M11 TS Wk. Term 1Tech Crew M11 check in TSM1 Worship 9/10 NPArt Club M10 MOH
M1 11/12 worship SJM
M1 Worship 7/8 DKM11 Drama TS Term 1
After M1 Concert Band RAHM30 String Ends RB
M11 Dance Troupe until 4:45pm MAS
M11 Drama Production from Week 5 until 5:30pm TS
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Ensembles and Clubs
Most sign ups and auditions have now occurred and in most cases
groups are rehearsing or participating in club activities. If students
missed out and are still keen, they should see Miss Seymour or the
teacher in charge. Drama Production auditions are being finalised and
students are still more than welcome to try out!
Jazz Band has moved to Tuesday mornings to match student availability.
Lockers
Any Music or Instrumental student requiring a Music locker for their
instrument should come to the M13 staffroom on Monday or Thursday
to see Mrs Morton.
Instrumental and Vocal Lessons
Timetables can be found on the Grace Academy page. Any students
wishing to have lessons can collect a form from Mrs Morton or Miss
Seymour in the M13 staffroom. Those with lessons should have these
written into their diaries and be checking ahead for clashes with
assessment. It is also each students’ responsibility to catch up work
missed in their curriculum class.
Events
Please see the Gig Guide on the Grace Academy site for this term’s
events. By the time you read this Instrumental Camp will be over for
another year. Coming up on 11 March is Consultation Day, which Arts
Captains are encouraged to attend.
Opportunity: An American Idiot
Green Day’s explosive, award-winning Broadway musical American
Idiot makes its Australian premiere, exclusive to Brisbane from 23
February 2017! American Idiot is the story of three boyhood friends,
each searching for meaning in a post 9/11 world. Sign-ups for
expression of interest to attending this musical are up on the Music and
Arts notices boards. Tickets will be only $49 and are available to all
senior students. So come and discover what all the noise is about!
Excursions and Notes
Despite the hot weather, students had a great time exploring the city on
their Art excursion. The other Film and Art workshops have also gone
well.
Various letters have been emailed home regarding the following
incursions and excursions: Year 11 Film and Television on 16 February;
Year 8-10 Drama on 22 February and Year 11 Drama on Saturday 11
March in the evening, Year 9-12 Dance on 22 March, Year 7-9 Game
On on 13 March.
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P: 07 3897 2118W: graceacademy.com.au
E: graceacademy@glc.qld.edu.au
JAZZJazz is often associated with musical theatre, commercials and video clips. Jazz involves pirouettes, jumps and leaps, isolations and takes some technique from ballet. Jazz is a fun, energetic way to get the dance experience.
WHEN:Prep - Grade 2Thursday 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Grade 3 - Grade 6Monday 3:30pm - 4:15pm
WHERE:Grace Lutheran College - Caboolture Room M11/M12
BALLETBallet uses precise and highly formalised set steps and gestures. It incorporates the technical foundations for many other dance styles and is wonderful for self expression and for improving flexibility, co-ordination, grace and strength!
WHEN:Prep - Grade 2Thursday 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Grade 3 - Grade 6Monday 4:15pm - 5:00pm
WHERE:Grace Lutheran College - Caboolture Room M11/M12
ENROL NOW!Visit www.graceacademy.com.au/dancestudio or call phone: 07 3897 2118
* plus $10 administration fee
INVESTMENTPackage 1: $110* for 1 class per student
Package 2: $170* for 2 classes per student
PRIMARY SCHOOL DANCE CLASSES
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2017 Performing Arts Ensembles Expression of Interest Form is now open.
Students can express interest in:
• Big Band *^• Boys Vocal Group *^• Brass Ensemble *^• Chamber Strings *• Chapel Band• Concert Bands *• Concert Choir• Dance Club• Dance Troupe - Middle School *• Dance Troupe - Senior School *• Middle School Drama Production *• Percussion Ensemble *^• Senior Vocal Group *• String Ensemble *• Technical Crew• TheatreSports• Wind Symphony *
As well as
• Cert III Music in Production (held at Rothwell)• Conducting Short Course - Seniors (held at Rothwell)• Pottery Short Course - yr 5 to yr 9 (term 2 at Rothwell)
Visit graceacademy.com.au/2017ensembles to sign up
* Please note that these are by audition only^ Please note that these are extension program and participation in a core ensemble is required
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NB - This calendar is for scheduled events. Any further performances will be notified to students as soon as details are available.
CABOOLTURE GIG GUIDE – TERM 1
Date Time Event Venue Ensemble/Group Dress
27 Jan Period 1-
2 Opening Service Quad
Worship Band Crew from 7.30am
School Uniform
10-12 Feb
Friday lunch to Sunday
Instrumental Music Camp
Luther Heights Concert Band
String Ensemble Casual as per letter
6-10 Mar In lesson Tuition Assessment Tuition Rooms Instrumental/Vocal Tuition School Uniform
10 Mar lunch Open Mic Quad Stage Express interest to
Mr Poetschka School Uniform
11Mar 7:00am-12:00pm
Consultation Day Cab campus Captains and staff
encouraged Smart Casual
TBA PC-P1 St Paul’s Chapel
Service St Paul’s Chapel
Dance Troupe Worship Band Drama Troupe
School Uniform
30 Mar Period 1-
2 Easter Service Quad
Dance Troupe Worship Band Drama Troupe Crew from 7.30
School Uniform and costume as
required
30 Mar TBC
6:30pm- 9:00pm
Impro Nite Cab campus Theatresports members Casual costume
NEWSLETTER 2, 2017
15GRACE COLLEGE CABOOLTURE
GSP.SPORTS ACADEMY
GRACE LUTHERAN COLLEGE
129 Toohey Street, Caboolture QLD 4510 P:(07) 5495 2444 gracecollege.com.au
ST PAULS LUTHERAN PRIMARY SCHOOL
55 Smiths Road, Caboolture QLD 4510 P:(07) 5495 5899 stpaulslps.qld.edu.au
A SPORTS COLLABORATION BETWEEN
RUNNINGRUNNINGGSP Director: Cameron West-McInnes e: gspacademy@glc.qld.edu.au
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING METHODS
EXPERIENCED COACHES
HEAD COACH ATHLETICS AUSTRALIA ACCREDITED
PROGRESS TRACKING THROUGH INDIVIDUAL PROFILES
INCLUSIVE PROGRAM
FUN TRAINING SESSIONS
TAILORED FOR INDIVIDUAL ATHLETES
RUNNINGWHO: Boys & Girls Years 3 - 12WHEN: Tuesday and Thursday morningsCOMMENCING: Week 2, Term 1 2017VENUE: Tuesday: Grace Main OvalThursday: St Paul’s OvalREGISTER: trybooking.com/NIYXStudents can be registered for a term, semester or full year simply by going to the above site. Registration includes payment.
The aim of GSP running is to offer a program
that will benefit runners of any ability and
provide an individualised approach to
training. We will work towards strengthening
performances at inter-house, district and
regional carnivals but also work towards
competing at other co-curricular running
events.KIARRA WALTERSCOACH