In this issue
From the Principal
National Lutheran Principals’ conference “Last week I attended the National Lutheran Principals’ conference in Adelaide. South Australia. For those South Australians amongst us, it was actually held at Hahndorf with a session at Tanunda. What a beautiful, historic part of the world. We learnt about the first Lutherans who came …
From the Principal
National Lutheran Principals’ conference
“Last week I attended the National Lutheran Principals’ conference in Adelaide. South Australia. For those South Australians amongst us, it was actually held at Hahndorf with a session at Tanunda. What a beautiful, historic part of the world. We learnt about the first Lutherans who came to South Australia in the 1800s and settled in the Adelaide hills to farm. What was the first thing they did? They built a school for the children.
This comes back to Martin Luther’s teaching of over 500 years ago where the education of both boys and girls was seen as an imperative in their faith development. Luther believed that all children should be taught how to read and that the Bible should be accessible to them and in their language. The Lutheran heart beats deeply in the Adelaide hills. As we drove back to the airport on the last day of the conference the stories of the women who used to walk into the Adelaide markets to sell the produce their husbands had farmed resonated as it is steep and certainly not easy land to navigate.
It was a true blessing to hear a plenary talk by retired Principal from Grace Lutheran College, Mrs Ruth Butler who talked about how important our Lutheran imperatives are in our schools. She acknowledged Grace Lutheran Primary School and its new Early Learning Centre as the newest centre in the Lutheran system of schools – such excitement!
Of course we had other lectures about contemporary education and staff well-being and these were important but the true blessing was sitting in St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hahndorf or St Michael’s church in Tanunda and hearing about those first, dedicated Lutherans who brought God’s word to their community and valued education so highly.”
Trudy Moala Principal
GRACE COLLEGE IGNITE EXCELLENCE PROGRAM
APPLICATIONS OPEN – YEAR 7 2023 IGNITE EXCELLENCE PROGRAMS – GRACE LUTHERAN COLLEGE
Year 6 parents are advised that applications are now open for the various Ignite Excellence Programs at Grace Lutheran College for Year 7 2023.
Applications are due back to the College by the end of Term 2 and Applicant Workshops will be held in Term 3. Programs on offer include Mathematics, Science, Sport, Dance, Music, Robotics, English and more. Each Year 6 child has received an application pack from the College to bring home.
A student’s enrolment at the College does not have to be finalised at the time of application. For more information go to www.glc.qld.edu.au or contact Mrs L Forman (Academic Enrichment Coordinator) via leigh-ann_forman@glc.qld.edu.au
CALENDAR UPDATES
A reminder we have extended our term school days this year due to our late start to the year and the term will finish on Wednesday, June 22.
Trudy Moala
Principal
School notices
We thank our community for staying at home whilst you display symptoms of a virus, to help in the prevention of spreading viruses. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ NOTIFYING …
School notices
We thank our community for staying at home whilst you display symptoms of a virus, to help in the prevention of spreading viruses.
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NOTIFYING A STUDENT WILL BE ABSENT
As we experience a busy peak in the mornings, please ensure you leave an absentee message through the correct channels so we are available to help our students, visitors and late arrivals in the morning.
Please leave a message with the student’s name, class, reason and expected absence.
SMS Absentee: 0477 752 423
Absentee line, when dialling 07 3283 0011 (not reception).
Absentee email: absent@glps.qld.edu.au
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LOST & FOUND
Have you lost something? Please check out the lost property, at the bag racks opposite the STEM rooms.
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EARLY DEPARTURES & APPOINTMENTS
We know how busy our families are. If you have an appointment for your child and need to collect them during school time, please prearrange the pick up with reception to avoid lengthy waiting periods. 07 3283 0011.
Our lunch times are from 10:20am – 11:10am and 1:10pm- 1:50pm. If you child needs to be collected during the lunch breaks, they will need to be prearranged in the mornings to ensure we can have them ready in the office.
Aladdin – Sponsorship & castings
PERFORMANCES Friday 10 June 6pm Saturday 11 June 2pm Saturday 11 June 6pm Tickets were sold via Redcliffe Entertainment Centre’s website __________________________________________________________________________________________ SPONSORSHIP We …
Aladdin – Sponsorship & castings
PERFORMANCES
Friday 10 June 6pm
Saturday 11 June 2pm
Saturday 11 June 6pm
Tickets were sold via Redcliffe Entertainment Centre’s website
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SPONSORSHIP
We are grateful for the generous sponsorship of Kindred for this year’s musical. They have taken out the major sponsorship at Aladdin level.
Thank you very much to Caporn Piling, Raitt International Freight, SKate Connect and Strong Movers, who have sponsored our Jasmin in the musical this year.
Thank you also to the Ungun family whose business Proseat Auto Aircraft Marine Interior Centre have taken out Genie level sponsorship.
If you would like to also help fund our musical, Aladdin Junior which will be held at the Redcliffe Entertainment Centre on the 10th and 11th of June, please see the information loaded below. All funds will help keep the ticket costs low for our general school community and will also support a fantastic team who are working hard on the musical already to create sets, props and costuming which will be at a dazzling level.
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Aladdin Casting!
Sports news
SPORTS NEWS SENIOR Athletics Carnival @ Langdon Park in Margate (Weather permitting). JUNIOR Athletics Carnival is on Friday 3rd June (Date Claimer) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ GLPS Foundation …
Sports news
SPORTS NEWS
SENIOR Athletics Carnival @ Langdon Park in Margate (Weather permitting).
JUNIOR Athletics Carnival is on Friday 3rd June (Date Claimer)
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GLPS Foundation Netball Teams:
Mr Mace
If you have any questions throughout the year, you can email him on solomonmace@glps.qld.edu.au
Follow the sports facebook page for all updates! facebook.com/sportGLPS/
Sporting letters will be uploaded to Parent Lounge, under links.
To login to parent lounge, head to our website graceprimary.qld.edu.au and login under “my grace primary” selecting, “parent lounge.”
Community sports, activities & events
FOCUS TENNIS ACADEMY at the Redcliffe Tennis Centre Focus Tennis Academy runs fun tennis lessons here at Grace on Tuesday and Thursdays. If you would …
Community sports, activities & events
FOCUS TENNIS ACADEMY
at the Redcliffe Tennis Centre
Focus Tennis Academy runs fun tennis lessons here at Grace on Tuesday and Thursdays. If you would like your child to join, please book by calling 3284 2349 or email info@focustennisacademy.com.au
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St Benedicts College and Mousetrap “Bluebell” the musical
Mousetrap theatre, 1 Lamington Drive Redcliffe
Tuesday June 28 – Saturday July 2
Tues – Fri Shows @ 11am
Friday evening @ 7pm
Saturday shows 4pm & 7pm
To book: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/891814
About the show: Bluebell has been gifted her magic wand from the Elf Queen. She is excited that she is now responsible to use the wand to help her friends in the Australian bush if they find themselves in difficult situations. As soon as Axel, the fox, hears of the wand, he sets about a plan to steal it. Written and directed by Paula-Mary Camilleri, Bluebell – The Musical is a vibrant fun show with catchy music and larger than life characters, specifically designed to keep young audiences entertained.
Tickets are $10
Groups of 10 or more $8 each
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ENTHUSIASTIC LEARN TO SWIM INSTRUCTORS NEEDED AT GRACE SWIMMING
We are looking for reliable, passionate, and enthusiastic people to join our team of swim instructors on a casual basis, with the opportunity of permanent for the right person.
https://www.graceswim.org.au/employment-opportunities
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FUTBOL X UPDATE:
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Bright minds – Grace College (Rothwell)
On Sunday 29 May from 11am the College is hosting a bright minds workshop for grades 1 – 6. Please see their flyer below
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Redcliffe library
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CHESS CLUB
Chessmates will be available to students online only this term. If you are interested to please get in contact with them.
You can call us on 1300 CHESS MATES (1300 243 776) or leave your details in the enquiry form provided!
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School tuckshop & treat days!
TUCKSHOP Exciting news!! Tuckshop will be opening Monday to Friday. Tuckshop ordering is now by online only. Ordering can be done online via flexischools.com.au …
School tuckshop & treat days!
TUCKSHOP
Exciting news!! Tuckshop will be opening Monday to Friday.
SUSHI FRIDAY
Sushi Rolls | Vietnamese Rolls $4.10 | Chicken Teriyaki Salad $5.50 | Bento box $9.50
POOL TREAT TUESDAY
Every Tuesday there will be special treats given to students at second break, for those who have ordered.
Ordering is done via our school website, under shop. This is a fundraiser, to raise money for our school pool. Orders close 12pm Friday before.
Christina Meek
Tuckshop
Email tuckshop@glps.qld.edu.au
Grace Early Learning Centre
Mary Irwin Grace Early Learning Centre Director 07 3283 0055 Serviceleader@glps.qld.edu.au Grace Early Learning Centre ABOUT THE CENTRE Are you following our Early Learning Centre …
Grace Early Learning Centre
Mary Irwin
Grace Early Learning Centre Director
07 3283 0055
Serviceleader@glps.qld.edu.au
Grace Early Learning Centre
ABOUT THE CENTRE
Are you following our Early Learning Centre Facebook? www.facebook.com/GraceEarlyLearningCentre
The Centre is staffed by qualified Early Learning specialists and will operate under the same Lutheran Christian philosophy as Grace Lutheran Primary School. The ELC program incorporates a mix of high-quality care, play and activity-based learning to harness a child’s natural curiosity and creativity in a Christian environment. Children gain much comfort in having structures, routines and preparation for primary school because of the close relationship between the ELC and Grace Lutheran Primary School.
Children attending the Centre will benefit from:
- Indoor and outdoor play zones
- All meals and snacks provided
- Weekly lessons in Japanese, Performing Arts and Perceptual Movement
- Chapel and Library access
Parents will enjoy a Barista in the foyer of the ELC daily as well as joining a community of welcoming, like-minded families.
Grace Primary Playgroup
GRACE PRIMARY PLAYGROUP Our new music and sensory classes are such a great way to connect with your child! Each week we have a different …
Grace Primary Playgroup
GRACE PRIMARY PLAYGROUP
Our new music and sensory classes are such a great way to connect with your child! Each week we have a different theme and the children experience different activities that engage and excite their senses!
Join our Grace Playgroup Facebook for all the latest updates and offers.
To enquire please contact Paris Marks or to purchase tickets head to our website Grace Playgroup
ABOUT PLAYGROUP
Kicking off on Thursday 10th February we were very excited to have our playgroup up and running.
With small group sizes, a large classroom and play areas for our little ones, playgroup is able to go ahead. There are so many families out there wanting to connect and enjoy a fun activity with their child and other Mums, Dads and Carers so we are very happy that our playgroup can be offered for you. These class sessions are a great way to connect with your child and other families. Each week the children will be engaging in fun and exciting music and activities that are specifically designed to stimulate their senses through movement and music, crafts and arts and sensory play.
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INTRODUCING KARLIEN
We are very excited to introduce to you the amazing educator who will be running the sensory music and movement playgroup sessions each week!! Karlien has a wealth of experience working with young children. She previously ran her own family daycare and after having her two beautiful children she looked for something she could do that would work with her young family but still be something she loved.
Karlien runs the Maggie Moo Music North Brisbane sessions. She fell in love with the music and sensory classes and absolutely loves hosting these for families. They are such a great way to connect with not only your child, but also other Mums, Dads, Carers, Grandparents etc.
We can’t wait for you to meet Karlien and come sing some songs and dance with us!
Paris Marks
Grace Playgroup & Camp Coordinator
Grace Primary Facebook
Paris Marks
LYQ’s Winter Season of events
LYQ’s Winter Season of events is here! Help us spread the word! Winter Season Events Brisbane Appeal Dinner Hear about the incredible work LYQ …
LYQ’s Winter Season of events
LYQ’s Winter Season of events is here! Help us spread the word!
Winter Season Events
Brisbane Appeal Dinner
Hear about the incredible work LYQ has been doing, and some of the joys and challenges over this past year. Join us for a wonderful night of stories and great food, and help support and grow this incredible ministry at our annual fundraising event.
Work and Fellowship Camps
An opportunity to serve together as a school group or family! A FREE weekend at one of our stunning campsites, making a difference, keeping it beautiful and eating delicious food.
Christian Life Week Camps and Winter Kids Camp:
Week 1 (27 Jun- 1 Jul)
- Coolum A CLW, Grades 7-12 Luther Heights Youth Camp, Coolum
- Darling Downs A CLW, Grades 7-12 Koojarewon Youth Camp, Highfields
- Winter Kids Camp, Grades 3-6 Luther Heights Youth Camp, Coolum
Week 2 (4 – 8 July)
- Coolum B CLW, Grades 7-12 Luther Heights Youth Camp, Coolum
- Darling Downs B CLW, Grades 7-12 Koojarewon Youth Camp, Highfields
Mail-Out Promotion
There is a package on its way to you filled with incredible opportunities for you and your school to support young people in your school and across Queensland.
Inside you’ll find camp brochures to personally encourage your young people to attend a camp, and posters to put up to reach a wider audience. You’ll also find some Brisbane Appeal Dinner brochures to help pull together a table of 10! If you’d like more brochures, please let us know and we will get them out to you.
Digital Promotion
Click here to access digital promotional items to help you spread the word about these events including:
- Promotion Videos
- Social Media Posts for Facebook and Instagram
- Newsletter inserts
- PowerPoint slides
- Electronic versions of the posters and brochures
Other ways you can help
There are also four great ways that you can help your young people come on camp:
- School Subsidy
If you don’t have a subsidy code yet, please complete this form to apply for a code that you can hand out to your young people before they book.
- Buchholz Estate Funding Support
Buchholz is a scholarship funded by the Buchholz Estate. This scholarship is specifically for high-school aged campers. For more information on the application process, eligibility or to access the application form, please click here.
- LLL Junior Camping Ministry Grant
The Junior Camp Scholarship is thanks to a generous grant from the Lutheran Laypeoples League (LLL). This scholarship is specifically for primary school aged campers. For more information on the application process, eligibility or to access the application form, please click here.
- Help us find leaders (of all ages!)
I’m not sure if you were expecting to see this one on the list? All too often we have to limit the amount of campers we can allow on a camp because of our struggle to find enough leaders. Having leaders from their local school or church join campers on camp provides a beautiful opportunity to build intergenerational connections. And, we aren’t just looking for young adults to lead on camp, we’re looking for people of any age who are passionate about sharing Jesus with young people. Older adults, parents, pastors, and grandparents are vital for bringing more wisdom and experience to team, to support both the campers and younger leaders, all while building a supportive Christian community.
If you’d like any more information about these events, head to www.lyq.org.au or contact our office on 07 3511 4080…we’re more than happy to help!
Peace,
LYQ Events Team
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Library
What’s happening in the library this week? This week in the library we celebrated National Simultaneous Story Time. Every year on May 25th at 11:00am, …
Library
What’s happening in the library this week?
This week in the library we celebrated National Simultaneous Story Time. Every year on May 25th at 11:00am, a picture book, written and illustrated by Australians is read simultaneously across Australia in libraries, schools and children’s facilities across the country. This year the book is Family Tree, written by Josh Pyke and illustrated by Ronojoy Ghosh. Our children came together at 11am in our hall to listen to the story read to them by Mr Ricky Harper. The children over the previous week have decorated paper hands celebrating their families, to place on our Grace family tree, which is on display at the entrance to the library. The children have been very eager to see their own hand design on display, so please feel free to come along and have a look.
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Book Club
Issue 4 of Book Club is out this week. Ordering must be done online via LOOP by Monday June 6th at 10am. Cash will not be accepted at school. After 10am, ordering for free delivery to school will be closed and any purchases after that time will have a charge through Scholastic for delivery to your home.
Happy reading!
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On loan
This week in the library we are exploring toys from years ago.
We have on loan a Memory Box from the Redcliffe Museum. It has a selection of toys and old books now on display for the children to look at and touch and so far has been very popular. Of particular interest has been the knucklebone game set made out of real bones. Also postcards, some over 100years old have fascinated some of the kids, especially the ones that are written on.
Please feel free to come and have a look if you are interested.
We also have Book Club that happens roughly every 4-5 weeks. Order forms will be sent to the classrooms and the ordering is done via LOOP on the Scholastic website and will be sent to the school for collection. I’ll send out reminders just before ordering finalises to make it easier for you to remember to get your order in.
Book Fair will be happening later on this year with a chance to come to the library to purchase your special books, always great for birthday or Christmas gifts.
Book Week theme this year is all about Dreaming with Eyes Open. We will have fun with dressing up and special activities, so I hope all the kids will start to think about the costumes they would like to wear. More information on this very special time will be coming soon.
Finally you can contact me via email on library@glps.qld.edu.au for any concerns with overdue books or any other questions you may have.
If you have any questions throughout the year, you can email Peta at library@glps.qld.edu.au
