NewsBites - Term 3, Week 10, 2025

What a term!

Wow, what an incredible term it has been! Once again, our students have achieved remarkable outcomes, both in and beyond the classroom. Over the past few weeks in particular, numerous events and activities have highlighted their diverse talents. Whether competing in the GBC Finals, participating in the recent Faith Festival, or performing at the Lockyer District Dance Festival, our students not only delivered exceptional results but, more importantly, demonstrated courage, commitment, and a willingness to take positive risks in developing and sharing their God-given gifts.

As we approach the upcoming two-week holiday – and following the excitement and busyness of the past school term – I encourage all members of our College community – students, staff, and families – to embrace the gift of rest. In the busyness of school life, it is easy to forget that rest is not just a pause from work, but something God Himself models and provides for us. In Matthew 11:28, Jesus reminds us: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

Rest allows us to be renewed physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It gives us space to reconnect with God, with family, and with ourselves, so that we return refreshed and ready for the final term of the year. May this holiday be a safe, blessed, and restorative time for each of you.

I look forward to connecting with all students and staff next term, and to sharing in the many exciting and significant events that will take place across Term 4.

Yours in Christ,
Tyson Kenny
Acting Principal 

CELEBRATE. CONNECT. CREATE. CHRIST.

These are the four words that describe the heart of the Faith Festival held on the last day of term. The festival included:

• Chapel with special guests from Lutheran Youth of Queensland (LYQ) and Australian Lutheran World Service (ALWS)
• Inflatable obstacle course
• Life-size hungry hippo
• Archery tag
• eSports
• Just Dance
• Chill-out zone
• Fingerprint mural
• Live Music
• Free sausage sizzle
• Food stalls

What a fantastic way to celebrate everything that makes Faith the community that it is! Congratulations and thanks to Ms Molly Smith and a team of 40 students who helped make the day special for everyone involved.

Please enjoy the school break and we’ll see you and your family when we return for Term 4.

Nathan Glover
College Pastor

Interviews for 2027 Enrolments

A friendly reminder to our Faith families that we have commenced interviewing applicants for Years 5, 6, and 7 for 2027.

If you have a child who is currently in Years 3, 4, or 5 and you plan for them join us at Faith in 2027, but haven't already submitted an application, please do so as soon as possible as places are filling quickly.

Here's the application form link:

If you have any questions about enrolling at Faith, please contact our Enrolments team by emailing enrolments@faithlcs.qld.edu.au.

My Favourite Subject Competition

We were overwhelmed by the number of entries in our My Favourite Subject competition for Exploration Phase students. Congratulations to the following winners who will be featured in their own videos talking about their favourite subjects early in Term 4:

• Johnathon Bentley: Real Estate Matters
• Layla Clover: Detective Investigations
• Mabel Morrissey: Dance Anatomy
• Will Saal: Aussie Socks, Jocks, and Chops
• Genevieve Warren: Craftsmanship with Timber
• Amelia White: Marine Science

Congratulations also to the following students who were awarded Runners Up prizes for their outstanding entries: Alex Johnson, Divya Patel, Hanna Patel, Sherriden Schulz, Erica Smith, and Esther Williams.

Bianca Coleborn
Director of Marketing

Year 7 Performance Incursion – TERRORTORIAL

Our Year 7 students recently experienced the live theatre production TERRORTORIAL by Shake and Stir, a dynamic and entertaining performance that follows Sophie, Stephen, and Craig as they prepare to face the unimaginable – starting high school. The play asked the question: Have their six years of primary school truly prepared them for the world beyond those gates?

Through humour, drama, and plenty of surprises, the production explored themes of resilience, peer pressure, and the challenges that come with change. Students connected strongly with the performance and its messages, with many reflecting on their own experiences and the journey ahead.

Billy and Tayden shared:
“Awesome performance, cool message. I liked that we got to ask questions. My favourite part was when one of the actors came running from nowhere and we had no idea where he came from. We learnt about the importance of timing in performances and that your confidence will grow the more you practise.”

Abbygale and Charlotte added:
“I thought it was entertaining, they showed a lot of emotion and it was relatable to our experiences. It showed us what could happen in high school. It’s not going to be easy but it will be worth it. As budding actresses, we thought it was a cool experience and something that would be awesome to do as a career in the future.”

This incursion also highlighted the value of the Arts, particularly performing arts, in our learning at Faith. Live theatre not only entertains but also sparks conversations, inspires confidence, and helps students explore identity and self-expression. Within our Project-Based Learning units, the Arts allow students to collaborate, communicate, problem-solve and create in meaningful ways. Experiences like TERRORTORIAL remind us that learning is about more than just knowledge – it’s about building the confidence and creativity to take on whatever comes next.

Lisbeth Goldston
Head of Learning - Foundation 7

Celebrations, Exams & Wellbeing Week

As Term 3 draws to a close, our Graduate Phase students have been busy with exams, final preparations, and some well-deserved celebrations.

Year 11 General subjects successfully completed their exam block on Monday, marking a significant academic milestone. Next Term, they will start their Year 12 academic work.  Meanwhile, Year 12 students have transitioned from their Mock Exam block into focused preparation for their upcoming external exams, showing great commitment and resilience.

In a first for our school, we celebrated the achievements of Year 12 students who completed all their VET qualifications on time. Held the day after the Year 11 exam block, this event recognised the hard work and dedication of students who met their VET goals before the end of Term 3. It was a proud moment for all involved, and we look forward to making this celebration an annual tradition.

To support wellbeing and foster connection, Year 12 students enjoyed a themed Wellbeing Week filled with creativity, fun, and community spirit:

• Monday: Students recreated childhood photos with dress-ups, and teachers defended their volleyball title (now 3-0) with a lively win during first break.
• Tuesday: Dream Job dress-ups inspired future aspirations, followed by a Treasure Hunt around H Block.
• Wednesday: Favourite Character costumes brought colour to campus, with a childhood-themed Kahoot Trivia competition during first break.
• Thursday: The week culminated in the biggest dress-up day of the year — the 2025 Year 12 Formal, a joyful and stylish celebration of the cohort.

These moments reflect the vibrant culture of our Graduate Phase and the balance between academic rigour and student wellbeing. Congratulations to all students and staff for a fantastic Term 3!

Kevin Abraham and Emma O'Shea
Heads of Learning – Graduate Phase