Thursday 28th August was the day our Junior School stu-dents excitedly and happily shared some of the highlights of their 2013 learning journey with their parents at our Student Led Conferences. Each classroom was the centre of lively conversations as students reflected on the work they have done. It was rewarding to hear the strong affirmations of parents about the amazing work their children have been engaged in and the efforts they have contributed over the months.

Thank you to all the parents, and even some grandparents, who took time out to attend their child’s scheduled confer-ences. Parents also had the opportunity to see the range of learning opportunities provided for students from Prep to Year 6 in Music, Japanese and Personal, Social and Physical Education as these areas also impact on student learning and are important parts of our broad and inclusive curricu-lum.

Sincere thanks, too, to our wonderful teachers who sup-ported their students in all the preparations for a successful day. Students were confidently able to communicate what they know, understand and can do across the curriculum. Student Led Conferences are an essential part of our com-mitment to the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program

Please flick to the next page to see the photos.

Joy Schloss Deputy Head of Junior School (P-3)

You will enjoy the fruit of your labour. How joyful and pros-perous you will be.(Psalm 128: 2)

Issue 11 / 06 September 2013

Happy Father’s day to all of the fathers last Sunday. I hope you were able to enjoy a well-deserved breakfast in bed and that the toast was not burnt and the coffee was not too cold. Fathers play an important role in the lives of their children. I love seeing the interaction between loving, car-ing fathers and their children. Thank you to the Parents and Friends who ran the “Father’s Day Stall”.

It was great to see so many of you at the Student Led Conferences recently. It gives the children an opportunity to show their parents what they have been learning at school.

Last Tuesday at assembly the Arts department showcased some of the talent that we have in the Junior School. The students played instruments in bands and solos and sang their hearts out to entertain all of the students in the Junior School.

Congratulations to Jack Dent who starred in a short 8 minute “Hollywood Film Academy” production recently. He also competed in the Somerset Fes-tival for Young People winning first place in solo monologue, second place in solo humorous poetry and second place in dia-logue. He is certainly building a very impressive resume and we are very proud of his results.

Thank you to the Traffic Service Attendants (TSA) who do a fantastic job everyday of get-ting our children to their cars safely. Please remember to be courteous to these unpaid volunteers who serve our College. Please also refrain from using your mobile phones while driving in the car park. We need you to look out for the children, because they are not always looking out for you.

Darrin SchumacherDeputy Principal/Head of Junior School

From the Head of Junior SchoolFrom the Deputy Head of Junior School (P - 3)

Art News

Eisteddfod Wrap UpCongratulations to all students across the College who rep-resented St Andrews at the recent Gold Coast Eisteddfod The summary of results is below:

1st Place - Combined Dance Troupe2nd Place - Finn and Rory McKynskey - Instrumental Duo 3rd Place - MS Dance TroupeVHC- Int Concert BandVHC - SemitonesHC- SS Dance TroupeHC - Mini MusosHC - Golden Clefs

Special thanks to all Arts Staff who were involved in prepar-ing these groups for Eisteddfod.

Cultural AwardsFriday 11th October (Week 1, Term 4)

Letters have gone home to awardees in the Junior School. If your child is involved in Arts Activities outside the College please email information to performingarts@sakc.qld.edu.au.

Twilight ClassicsLast Monday we had a Twilight Concert in the Common Room overlooking the valley where parents and friends en-joyed performances from our talented Classical musicians. A wonderful evening was had by all and this concert will be the first of many. Special thanks to the students and to Gendi Moore for her work with our musicians

JS Music AssemblyEarly this week our JS Assembly celebrated some of our young performers, with performances by our String Ensem-ble, Mini Musos, Semitones and Golden Clefs. Some of our Senior Students also performed for the JS. Special Thanks to Mr OG, Matt Pearson and Kristine Dennis for their wonder-ful work with our JS Ensembles.

Any questions regarding this process can be emailed to priscillas@salc.qld.edu.au

Priscilla ScottHead of Artspriscillas@salc.qld.edu.au

A very big thank you again to our volunteers who have helped us out over the term. You make our days much easier and we are truly grateful.

As Term 3 is almost complete, just a reminder that all out-standing Tuckshop payments are due before the Term ends. To pay your account, go to Flexi Schools and select the IOU payment option or payment can be made at Tuckshop. (The Tuckshop cannot take money from your flexi school account without your authorisation).

Trina Van der KampTuckshop Managertuckshop@salc.qld.edu.au

Tuckshop News

Born to knit campaign 2013Last year, Save the Children received 4,844 blankets for children in need programs across Australia and over-seas. 37 of these blankets were made with love by our St Andrews community.

It is time to start knitting again. Thank you to our knitters who continued through the summer; this has provided a head start on the blanket tally for this year. Please enlist your friends, family and neighbours to knit or crochet blankets. Blankets will keep children warm and help to save lives. Save the Children request the size to be 80cm square. Make whole blankets or knit 80cm x 20cm strips. If you require wool, needles or instructions please contact tonib@salc.qld.edu.au

Dates to remember September

Sunday 8thYr 6 Parents High Tea, Royal Pines Resort Year 3 EPIC Family Event, Epic Skate, Tweed Heads – 1.30 to 3.30pmFriday 13thPrep Disco 6pm - 8pm, RBTYr 1A Mums Night Out, Willow Dining Room BurleighSunday 15thYear 2 Family ServiceWednesday 18thP-3 Mini OlympicsThursday 19thAll Students End Term 3Friday 20thStudent Free Day / Teacher Only Day

St Andrews P & F NewsParents and Friends Association

The next P & F meeting is the AGM which is held in Term 4. All positions will be open for nomination, so if you need any information on any of the roles, please contact one of the members of the current P & F.

The AGM will be held in Term 4 on Wednesday 6th Novem-ber at 7pm. Please mark it in your calendar and try to come along.

Funding and ProjectsThe P & F has provided the College with funds for remov-able AFL goal posts for the top oval, which we hope will be enjoyed by many for years to come. A new sound system for the MPH has been approved and should be installed by Term 4. Banners which will encourage student’s creativ-ity and sense of wellbeing in the College have also been purchased.

During the September School holidays a second Bus Shelter will be built which has also been solely funded by the P & F.

A climbing wall for the MPH has been approved and e-readers for the College, which includes over 200 book titles for use by all students.

A further donation has also gone towards funding a Lego Robotic Club which we are sure will benefit many children.

These are only a few examples of suggestions from parents attending P & F meetings which have come to fruition. Another important reason why you should get involved and have input into how the funds you help raise are put towards projects within the school.

Further information on the Grandstand should be available at the AGM. Plans have been prepared, and the College is awaiting quotes to determine the cost. Approval for the expenditure will be sought at future P & F meetings. Fete updateThe success of the Fete could not be achieved without the contribution of the many stallholders and volunteers. Here’s a summary of the College run stalls and their profits: Art Exhibition $505.00Bakery $2165.20Bar $3896.10BBQ $1127.55Berry Stall $474.87Bingo $320.00Books and Mags $1238.15Cake Shop $2652.20Cent Auction $4740.00Chocolate Bed $3169.05Crazy Hair $848.50

Devonshire Tea $1225.50Face Paint $958.20German Sausages $3916.85Giftware/Craft $900.40House of Horrors $1038.00Lucky Dips $293.05Photo Booth $176.05Plants $367.50Pre-Loved Clothes $892.60Second Hand Toys $1475.70Snow Cones $482.55Souvlaki $416.68 Super Soaker $607.40Sushi $392.75Table Games $361.40Teddy Bear Town $307.80Thai Vegetarian $1245.00Trash and Treasure $502.90Turn It Up $251.00

SponsorsThe P & F would like to thank the following sponsors for their continued support of our school. Please show your support for these businesses.

Father’s Day Stall Another very popular P&F Father’s Day Stall was held on 27th and 28th August. The P & F made a profit from the sale of gifts and raffle of about $330, always it’s not about the dollars, it’s an experience for the kids.

1st prize in the raffle went to Jo Garwood of P1 with the other 6 prizes spread amongst the Junior School.

Thanks to Tammy Potter, Sharon McVay, Krissie Butler, Magda Marais, Jo Thomas & Cristina Kerschbaum for help-ing on the Stall and all the JS Teachers and assistants for their support. If you have the opportunity next year think about volunteering on either the Mother’s Day or Father’s Day stalls, it is a real treat helping the kids choose gifts and answering great questions like “Can I please have a photo frame with a different family in it” – out of the mouths of babes.

St Andrews Pink Morning Tea

St Andrews Lutheran College P & F Pink Morning Tea

10am to 12.30pm Ruth Butler Theatre

Tickets by pre-purchase $25 a head, Tickets available from the end of term

Tables of 8 – whole table $200

Includes morning tea & door prize ticket

Proceeds to NBCF (National Breast Cancer Foundation)

Entertainment - Raffles

Market stalls in the COLA

Same day as whole of College Pink Mufti day

DONATIONSDonations will be gratefully accepted for use in raffles. Please leave any donations with Jacqui at the Uniform

Shop or contact Michelle Brown 0418153731. Ideas: beauty products, gift cards, gift baskets.

MARKET STALLSDo you have a home based business? If you are interested in having a stall or making a donation please

contact Karen English on 0412696954 or Michelle Brown 0418153731 / michelle@brownslawyers.com.au.

VOLUNTEERSWe will also be looking for volunteers on the day to assist with set up and pack up. We would welcome any

help so if you are available to help with either or both, or you have some other way to contribute please contact Michelle Brown, Karen English or Sharon McVay on 0408763809

Tuesday 22nd October

by Michael Grose - No. 1 parenting educator

“He’s a bit of a rascal!”

This is how Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge described his new born son in a recent televised interview.

Watching the interview it’s apparent that Prince William is totally smitten by his son. He is a changed man. As any dad knows, there’s no turning back.

Early indications are that the Duke of Cambridge is going to be a modern, hands-on dad who wants to be an active participant in the life of his son. It was he who carried the baby from the hospital to greet the media pack, and it was he who put the baby capsule in the back seat of the car before heading home. “I’m a hands-on dad” was the message beamed around the world. Good on him.

Father time is valuable time

Building up frequent father points

Prince William is typical of many modern dads. Gone are the days when the only relationship many men had with their children was through their wives. Men, increasingly, recognise that their effectiveness is dependent on first-hand interactions with their kids. That means their presence is needed far more than any presents they may provide for their kids.

For some dads first-hand interactions with children are easier said than done. Family separation, work circumstances and busy lifestyles are all factors affecting their capacity to become involved in their children’s lives.

In these circumstances it’s important that men maintain an emotional attachment to their kids; do their best to know what’s going on in their children’s lives; and respond appropriately to the developmental imperatives of their children.

The impact of fathering on children

Good fathering matters.

It matters to mothers as a supportive father makes a mother’s life easier.

It matters to girls. Good fathering has been linked to higher confidence levels in girls, particularly during the tricky adolescent years. The notion of a father who is present, available and attentive affords a sense of security to a girl, which is necessary for healthy development.

Dads are also the first introduction to the world of men for girls so it’s important that fathers treat their daughters with gentleness and respect, but also encourage them to be assertive. In a sense, fathers teach their daughters how

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On Father’s Day it’s worth reflecting on how good fathering matters. It matters to mothers. It matters to men. And importantly it matters to children.

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they should expect to be treated by males as they get older.

Good fathering matters to boys. They learn their first lessons of manhood from their dads. Early primary-aged boys usually want to spend a great deal of time with their dads. Steve Biddulph, author of Raising Boys, describes this phenomenon as ‘father-hunger’ and suggests that dads need to be around their sons in the primary school years so they can ‘download the software’ of how to be male.

The father-son relationship during adolescence can be problematic. While teen boys seem to be hard-wired to challenge their fathers, most desperately want their dads to be proud of them. Teen boys need a dad who can be firm when needed as they don’t always make great decisions. They need a dad who remembers the awkwardness and insecurity of being a teenage boy themselves. And they relate best to dads who don’t take themselves too seriously. The judicious use of humour, particularly with boys, is a great fathering strategy.

Fathering matters to men

And, of course, involved fathering matters to men. Most

1. Go on dates with your daughters.

2. Have adventures with your sons.

3. Support your partner’s parenting.

4. Change as your child changes.

5. Discipline with firmness and compassion.

Five fathering tips (whether you live with the children’s mother or not):

health scales state a healthy relationship with their children is a predictor of good health and longevity for men, as well as of life satisfaction levels. I suspect there is something relaxing and de-stressing for a man to get into a child’s space and time. There is a big kid in most men just busting to get out.

Parental well-being would be the last thing on Prince William’s mind as he attends to his young son’s needs. It is through these early forays into parenting that Prince William, like countless other men, will find his feet as a dad, and also discover his place in the life of his son.