At St Peters Springfield, we recently came together as a Primary Years Community to honour ANZAC Day—a significant moment in Australian and New Zealand history. This annual commemoration offers a unique opportunity for our students to pause, reflect, and develop a deeper understanding of the past, while also engaging with the attributes and approaches at the heart of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP).

International-mindedness and Historical Perspective

ANZAC Day helps foster international-mindedness by encouraging students to consider the experiences of people beyond their own families and communities. Through inquiry and guided reflection, students explore the historical context of World War I, the ANZAC legacy, and the values of courage, sacrifice, and peace. They learn to appreciate different perspectives and recognise how history shapes the present.

Learner Profile in Action

Our ANZAC Day service highlighted the PYP Learner Profile attributes in a real and meaningful way. Students demonstrated respect as they listened attentively and observed the traditions of the service. They showed themselves to be caring, acknowledging the service and sacrifice of others. In their discussions, writing, and reflections, students were thinkers, considering the complexities of war and peace, and communicators, expressing their thoughts with clarity and empathy.

Taking Action

Aligned with the PYP’s emphasis on student agency and taking action, many students chose to honour ANZAC Day through personal expressions, writing poems, creating artwork or participating in the College Anzac Day Service. These acts of remembrance are more than just symbolic; they represent our students’ growing capacity to engage with the world thoughtfully and responsibly.

Transdisciplinary Learning

ANZAC Day provides rich connections across subject areas. In Units of Inquiry, students might explore central ideas related to conflict, peace, identity, or heritage. In the Arts, they express their learning through music and visual representations. In Literacy, they read and write recounts, reflections, and persuasive texts that help develop their understanding of remembrance and legacy.

Building a Community of Reflection and Remembrance

Through the PYP framework, our recognition of ANZAC Day is not just a stand-alone event, but part of an ongoing journey to develop global citizens who are knowledgeable, principled, and reflective. These moments help our students build a stronger sense of self, community and responsibility, qualities we nurture every day in our classrooms.

Lest we forget.

Mrs Lia Sabri
Head of Primary Years

We are excited to continue our Senior Leaders Coffee Catch-Ups in Term 2. Our Coffee Catch-Ups take place every Wednesday from 7:45am-8:15am at The Hearts Cafe Coffee Nook.

Each week, a member of our Senior Leadership Team will be available to chat with parents and students over coffee. Whether you have specific matters to discuss or simply wish to connect with our Leadership Team, our Leaders are eager to engage with you.

Next Wednesday 7 May, Mrs Lia Sabri, Head of Primary Years will be hosting the session. She looks forward to connecting with parents and community members in these meaningful conversations.

We warmly invite you to drop by and join us!

Mr Craig Brown
Head of Springfield

1 May

• Central Comets District Cross Country
• Year 8 Debating Round 3

2 May

• Year 4 Excursion (Manly)
• Easter Service (Primary Years)

5 May

• Labour Day Public Holiday

6 May

• Year 7 and Year 10 Immunisations

7 May

• Years 9–11 Debating Round 3

8 May

• Mother’s Day Stall (main event)
• Year 6 Leadership Ceremony (evening)

9 May

• Mother’s Day Celebration
• Mother’s Day Stall (follow up)

10 May

• Australian Lutheran World Service (ALWS) Walk My Way Brisbane

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Back by popular demand, the St Peters High Tea returns to our events calendar for another delightful Sunday afternoon of delicious food, great company and great conversation.

This year, it's not just for mothers and daughters—we're opening the invitation to all members of our College community who’d love to share in the experience. If you’re here for the tea (and the treats), you’re more than welcome!

And based on your feedback, we’re doing things a little differently: no guest speaker this time. Instead, we’re giving you the time and space to relax, reconnect and enjoy the afternoon with friends. We can't wait to see you there.

When: Sunday 25 May 2025 (2:00pm arrival for a 2:30pm start)

Where: Grand Ballroom, Victoria Park, 309 Herston Road, Herston

Tickets: $75.00 per adult | $65.00 per student

Available via Eventbrite from 9:00am on Monday 5 May

ICAS Competition

Within our College community, there are students who shine brightly, displaying exemplary dedication and Academic talent. They deserve to be recognised. This year we are giving students the opportunity to showcase and celebrate their talents in the ICAS Competition.

What is ICAS?

ICAS is an online Academic competition that gives students the opportunity to challenge their higher order thinking and problem-solving skills. This year, St Peters Lutheran College Springfield will offer Students in Years 2 - 10 competition access in English, Mathematics and Science.

ICAS evaluates student performance against other competition entrants across the state and nation. The data reveals student strengths and weaknesses and can help you recognise and support your child's Academic journey

Learn more about ICAS: https://www.icasassessments.com/products-icas/

ICAS results and certificate

Every student who participates in ICAS is celebrated with a printed certificate, and an online results report to track development each year. Top performers are eligible for one of the highly coveted ICAS medals.

Your child’s ICAS certificates will show their results and the login details, “TAP ID and Pin”. You will use these to enter the ICAS Results Portal: https://orti.icasassessments.com/ortiStudent

How to participate in ICAS

If you wish for your child to participate in ICAS this year, please access the Parent Portal to register for your chosen subjects. Visit our shop and use our PPS code to log in:

Shop link: https://shop.icasassessments.com/pages/pps

PPS code: ZSE508

Registration for all ICAS subject areas closes on Monday 28 July at 11:59pm.

This year, our students can elect to sit the following assessments:

Importantly, please note that the College will not facilitate any catch-up ICAS testing sessions if your child is unable to attend. Please also note, we cannot facilitate refunds or make alterations as all money is paid directly to ICAS Assessments.

Read the terms and conditions: https://www.icasassessments.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-ICAS-Assessments-Schools-TsCs_S2023.V6-1.pdf

Ms Sarah Gunn-Glazebrook
Head of Learning and Innovation

The P&F Committee are once again holding the Mothers’ Day Stall so our students can purchase some wonderful presents for their mums or a special person in their lives.

Please see attached a flyer outlining the details for Thursday 8 May (main event) and Friday 9 May (follow up).

If you would like to volunteer to work on the stall, anytime between 7:30am (setup) and 11:00am, please email pf.springfield@stpeters.qld.edu.au with your name and availability.

Our students love this opportunity to go shopping!

If you have any questions, please let us know.

P&F Committee

Welcome to Week 2, you have talked to the teachers about your young person, you have received report cards, and you are suddenly questioning all your parenting decisions and wondering what else could go wrong.

Term 2 is a reset Term here at the College. It provides us an opportunity to reflect and reset our best laid intentions, back in January when the year was shiny and new. Term 2 is when the wheels fall off, in order for us to repair and reset and get them back on.

This may mean change of subjects, this may mean extra support, this may mean that we need a bit more sleep at night.

Before you hit the panic button, I want you to consider - their futures will be turbulent and filled with change, their present is where they grow the skills needed to be resilient. So, if your child has come home and said, “Hey Mum I didn’t do so well in Maths,” ponder your reaction. Is your yelling and ranting, understandable? Is your emailing teachers, helpful? Are you threatening to take away screens? Or, are you saying to your child, what didn’t go well here, what did go well and what more can we do to help you?

Because it is not when things are going well that we develop the leaders of the future – it is when things get going.

Mrs Sarah Johnson
Pathways and Counselling Leader

Be on time, Be prepared, Be a leader, Believe! Term 2 is busy so please read carefully!

Why do students need to Practise Music? Dr Anita Collins

Practising is about developing skills, familiarity and confidence and even people who are musically talented still need to practise, including the things they find repetitive and boring. "What the brain does (while learning through repetition) is problem solving," Dr Collins says.

Dolce Voce Workshop

Thank you to Tess Laird who was the guest conductor with Dolce Voce on Wednesday morning. This workshop was invaluable in assisting Dolce Voce to prepare their repertoire for upcoming events. Thanks to Mrs Schmeider for organising and creating an ongoing connection with external providers.

Poco Voce

Congratulations to Poco Voce on their performance at the Lower Primary Years Assembly last Thursday. What wonderful energy and attention to detail. Looking forward to the next performance. Thanks to Mrs Schmeider for her work with this Ensemble.

Mother’s Day Celebration

Cantabile Strings and selected string soloists will be performing at the Mother’s Day Breakfast on Friday 9 May on the Concourse. Arrival time is 7:00am ready for a 7:20am start. Full winter uniform and blue College music folders required. Permission notes have been emailed for this event.

Twilight Tours

On Tuesday 6 May and Tuesday 20 May the College will hold Twilight Tours. Selected students and Ensembles will be performing on either the Concourse (before Tours commence - 4:30pm - 5:00pm) or Junior High Precinct (JHP) Foyer (during the tours 5:00pm - 5:45pm). Permission notes are progressively being emailed to selected performers with the details depending on the venue. Thank you to all for your willingness to demonstrate Plus Ultra.

Ipswich Junior Eisteddfod

Notification has been received of the following performance opportunity for Poco Voce and Dolce Voce choirs at the Ipswich Junior Eisteddfod in May. Tuesday 20 May – Dolce Voce and Wednesday 21 May – Poco Voce. Permission letters with further details will be emailed to parents. Good Luck!

Performing Arts Showcase Concerts

We look forward to showcasing the talents of our students at two Performing Arts Showcase Concerts this month. Please now note the following:

Wednesday 28 May Performing Arts Showcase 1 commencing at 4:30pm in the JHP Foyer will include performances by the Bands, Percussion/Guitar Ensembles and Mrs Scott’s S & C studio.

Thursday 29 May Performing Arts Showcase 2 commencing at 4:00pm in the JHP Foyer will include performances by Strings, Dance Troupe and Choirs, Mrs Wilson‘s S & C studio.

Fantastical Holiday Music Camp Brisbane

From Wednesday 2 – Friday 4 July an opportunity exists for students to join a full symphony orchestra to play iconic music from fantasy adventure movies. Woodwind, Brass, Strings and Percussion places are available. This is open to students aged 13-24. Vene is the Old Museum, 480 Gregory Terrace, Bowel Hill from 9:00am – 4:00pm daily at a cost of $285 (early bird) $325.00 after Sunday 1 June. More info regarding playing standards can be found on www.tryo.com.au

Opera Queensland Workshop September School Holidays

During the September School Holidays Opera Queensland will be hosting a three-day vocal workshop for students in Years 7-12. This is an opportunity for students to work closely with industry professionals in group and solo settings, and expand their knowledge of choral, classical, and contemporary singing.

The workshop will be tailored specifically to the attending students, so they can bring any examination, audition, or other repertoire to be looked at with our teaching artists.

Please see the link to our workshop flyer for more information, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

https://www.oq.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SWOQ_25_Flyer.pdf

Upcoming Events:

• 30 April - Tess Laird Vocal Workshop (Dolce Voce)
• 6 May - Twilight Tours (Guitar/Piano students)
• 9 May - Mother’s Day Celebration (Cantabile Strings)
• 12 May - The Greater Springfield Community Festival (Time TBC)
• 20 May - Ipswich Junior Eisteddfod (Dolce Voce)
• 21 May - Ipswich Junior Eisteddfod (Poco Voce)
• 20 May - Twilight Tours (Con Brio/ Cantabile Strings)
• 26 May - Waveney Yasso Workshop (selected students)
• 28 May - 4:30pm Performing Arts Showcase 1 Strings/Choirs/Scott S & C
• 29 May - 4:00pm Performing Arts Showcase 2 Bands/Ensembles/Wilson S & C
• 30 May - AVEO Primary Concert (Dolce Voce/Strings/Vocal/ S & D soloists)
• 30 May - 1 June - SHEP
• 2 June - Studio Recitals
• 5 June - Studio Recitals
• 18 June - Joyful Voices St Peters, Indooroopilly Dolce Voce

Mrs Geraldine Campbell
Performing Arts Coordinator

Sports Bus Bookings

Students participating in Sport at Indooroopilly must book a seat on the Term 2 Sports Bus via the 2025 SFD Sport Bus Manifest on Teams. This must be done through the student’s account. For assistance, please contact k.reed@stpeters.qld.edu.au.

Inter-House Cross Country Carnival

Congratulations to all students who competed in in the Inter-House Cross Country Carnival this week. The day began with the Plus Ultra 3000, where students pushed their limits and set the tone for an exciting event. Our Secondary Years Carnival followed, with high levels of participation and impressive efforts from all students. A standout moment was the thrilling All Aged Relay, which saw Mitchell take the win in the final lap!

Final Results:

Secondary

• 1st – Mitchell (774 points)
• 2nd – Leichhardt (758 points)
• 3rd – Cunningham (680 points)

All Age Campions and Plus Ultra 3000 winners announced during the Week 4 Assembly.

Student Success

Congratulations to Springfield Students Diva E and Sophie M for their achievements at the recent National Track and Field championships in Western Australia. Diva won Gold in the High Jump and Sophie Bronze in the High Jump and competed strongly in the Long and Triple Jump events. Congratulations girls!

Congratulations to Year 11 student Aiyana P who represented the Brisbane Lions Under 18 Academy last Sunday at Brighton Homes vs the Geelong Falcons. Aiyana was dominant up forward kicking two goals, driving the Lions to victory. This is an amazing achievement in Aiyana's development as part of the Level 3 program.

Kale Reed
Head of Sport Springfield

QGSSSA TRACK AND FIELD – new sign on

In Week 3 we will commence our pre-season training for QGSSSA Track & Field!

Please Click here to sign on for the QGSSSA Track & Field Season!

Preseason training will begin on Tuesday 6 May on Mayer Oval and at the Cricket Nets. Training times will be as follows:

• Tuesday AM: 6:15am – 7:30am
• Thursday AM: 6:15am – 7:30am

We look forward to seeing students attending the preseason sessions beginning next week and to a fantastic Track & Field Season in 2025!

Please note that the St Peters App will be updated with a full calendar and training schedule in the coming days.

Key Dates – Term 3

• Meet 1 – Week 4, Friday 8 August
• Meet 2 – Week 5, Friday 15 August
• Meet 3 – Week 6, Friday 22 August
• Meet 4 – Week 7, Friday 29 August
• Meet 5 – Week 8, Wednesday 3 September
• Meet 6 – Week 9, Friday 12 September
• QGSSSA Championships – Thursday 18 September

Student Achievements

We would like to acknowledge student sporting achievements throughout the year. If your daughter has competed at a national or international level, please click here to share the details with us.

QGSSSA CROSS COUNTRY

Cross Country Coordinator: Mrs Kerry Schreiber k.schreiber@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Cross Country is our Core Sport Focus right now, and I would like to encourage all of you to get involved. Mrs Schreiber and the coaching staff have created a fun, welcoming and encouraging environment for runners of all abilities, and I would encourage you to attend a training session!

In Term 2, it is expected that all QGSSSA runners attend a meet or a team training session on a Wednesday. Attending the meet on a Wednesday afternoon is the priority, but if you cannot make the meet, ensure you attend training on a Wednesday morning instead.

Please see the St Peters app for the Calendar and Training Schedule.

Community run club continues on Monday and Friday mornings 6:30am – 7:30am at the Internal Bus Stop. Regularly check the app for the latest training schedule.

St Aidan’s, Sherwood Arboretum Meet – Week 3

We will be attending the QGSSSA Cross Country meet held at the Sherwood Arboretum on Wednesday 7 May. Please register your interest by 9:00am on Tuesday 6 April. The meet flyer and course map will be available on the St Peters App by the end of the week.

Cross Country Key Dates

• Week 3
  - Wednesday 7 May – Sherwood Arboretum Meet
• Week 4
  - Wednesday 14 May – Shaw Park Meet
• Week 5
  - Wednesday 21 May – QGSSSA Team Training Session (PM – Compulsory)
  - Friday 23 May – QGSSSA Cross Country Breakfast (AM – Compulsory)
  - Saturday 24 May – QGSSSA Cross Country Championships at John Paul College Sports Fields

QGSSSA AUTUMN SPORT

Basketball Coordinator: Miss Georgia Smith g.c.smith@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Football Coordinator: Mr David Mulligan d.mulligan@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Touch Football Coordinator: Miss Laura Buckby l.buckby@stpeters.qld.edu.au

A reminder that there have been a number of changes to fixture dates - Please see below the list of remaining QGSSSA Autumn Fixture Rounds:

• Week 3
  - Friday 9 May, Round 6 vs BGGS (Away)
• Week 4
  - Tuesday 13 May, Round 4 vs Somerville House (Touch and Basketball at home, Football Away) Basketball Focus Round
  - Friday 16 May, Round 7 vs Clayfield College (Home) Touch Football Focus Round
• Week 5
  - Tuesday 20 May, Round 8 vs Moreton Bay College (Away)
• Week 6
  - Friday 30 May, Round 9 vs Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School (Away) Reconciliation Round
• Week 7
  - Friday 6 June, Round 1 vs Brisbane State High School (Away)

bmta CLUB TOUCH

Coordinator: Miss Laura Buckby l.buckby@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Please refer to the St Peters app for the latest information.

Katie Veitch 
Girls Sport Coordinator 

Boys Weekly Sport

With the Trial Round of AIC Sport kicking off last weekend, it was fantastic to start the season off at home. Chess got St Peters underway on Thursday night with the CLI providing the stage for some impressive opening victories for our young men. With both senior Football and all Rugby teams playing at home, St Peters was the place to be, whether you were supporting from Harts Road Oval or making the noise at Mayer Oval, the sense of community and sporting spirit that was shown was admirable despite the muddy conditions.

Our First IV Chess team started the season with a comprehensive victory, winning 7 from 8 matches across the night. Despite the scoreline, the boys showed grit and determination in the endgame to ensure a stalemate wasn’t an option or they were timed out, with a tense few matches going to the wire.

Rugby featured five matches on Mayer Oval on Saturday, with all teams playing at home for the first time this season against St Edmund’s. 

Football was spread across four venues and recorded victories in more than half of their games. Our First XI started the season with a win against a spirited St Edmund’s College. 

First Team Presentation

Leading into Round 1 of AIC, we announced our St Peters 1st IV Chess, 1st XI Football, and our 1st XV Rugby teams on Thursday night. It was a combined gathering where we were able to acknowledge and congratulate the selected members of each respective team. Mr Tim Kotzur and Miss Sarah Delaney addressed the players and presented them with their playing shirts and badges. It filled me with great honour to see the young men take pride in their uniform and to ‘play for the crest’ with many students being teammates for several years, and discussions of brotherhood were many.

Football

Our Football season starts this week against St Patrick’s College with Seniors at Home and Juniors away. Best of luck for the upcoming games!

A reminder that the Football Support Group will be running the annual Trivia Night on Saturday 10 May, 6:00pm at Café 45.

For more information CLICK HERE

Rugby

Our Rugby Focus Round is this weekend! With all St Peters teams again playing at home against St Patrick’s. The Rugby Support Group will be supplying canteen, coffee and family activities so come along for what will be a great day!

Please see the Flyer HERE

chess

This week saw our Chess teams take part in the highly anticipated AIC Trial Tournament, a crucial warm-up before the official season begins. St Peters faced off against St Edmund’s College in a tightly contested series of chess matches. Both sides showcased high-level tactical skill and patience, with games often coming down to the final few minutes. Our players demonstrated impressive focus, strategic thinking, and resilience across the board; many close games highlighted the growing strength of our squads, with several standout individual performances. The tournament provided valuable match experience, helping players fine-tune their openings, sharpen their endgames, and build confidence ahead of regular competition. Coaches were particularly pleased with the team's discipline under pressure and sportsmanship throughout the event.

cross country

The AIC Cross Country season is well and truly here, with meets beginning in less than two weeks. Students are reminded to sign up and attend sessions that do not clash with Term 2 Sport and runners prioritising Wednesday afternoons for group training.

AIC Meets – Wednesdays

• Week 4 – Sherwood
• Week 5 – Curlew
• Week 6 – Runcorn
• Week 7 – AIC Championship

Athletic Development

The St Peter's Athletic Development Program supports students' physical growth and athletic performance, with sessions available before and after school in the Weights Room at the Indooroopilly Campus. Juniors (Years 7–9) focus on mastering fundamental movement patterns, while Seniors (Years 10–12) build on these skills with tailored programs for all levels. Regardless of gym experience, we cater for all levels and encourage all students to take advantage of this opportunity. Boys are encouraged to attend Athletic Development.

ST PETERS ACHIEVEMENTS

To help St Peters celebrate the sporting achievements of students who have competed in a State or National team please complete the Microsoft form – CLICK HERE

With hundreds of athletes competing in dozens of sports, this will help us ensure your child's achievements are not left unnoticed and can be considered for College celebrations.

this week in sport

AIC Chess, Football and Rugby Union are the current IN-SEASON BOYS AIC SPORTS this term and training is currently well underway. Cross Country has weekly Wednesday afternoons, with meetings starting Weeks 4–6 and the AIC Championship in Week 7.

For details of times and venues for this weekend’s Round 1 please check the information on the St Peters app.

Please ensure you check the St Peters app for both venue details and time of games for the Trial Round of St Peters AIC Boys Sport.

Please CLICK HERE for CHESS game day schedule

Please CLICK HERE for FOOTBALL game day schedule

Please CLICK HERE for RUGBY game day schedule

For our St Peters sporting programs to positively develop and grow, it is paramount that our students attend training sessions for their chosen sport, so they can improve and refine sport-specific skills and build cohesion amongst their teammates.

If students are unable to attend some training sessions, it is vital that their absence is communicated to their coaches first, and also to the respective coordinator/s.

ST PETERS semester 1 AIC SPORT COORDINATORS

St Peters AIC Rugby Union Coordinator
Mr Tyrell Barker t.barker@stpeters.qld.edu.au

St Peters AIC Football Coordinator
Mr David Mulligan d.mulligan@stpeters.qld.edu.au

St Peters AIC Chess Coordinator
Mr Harrison Port h.port@stpeters.qld.edu.au

St Peters AIC Cross Country Coordinators:
Mrs Kerry Schreiber (Head Coach) – k.schreiber@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Please also CLICK HERE to access the AIC Sporting Calendar for 2025.

Dan Fraser
Boys Sport Coordinator