"See, I am doing a new thing!
Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?
I am making a way in the wilderness
and streams in the wasteland."

Ben Lyons
Springfield Chaplain

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Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Your child/ren will receive their personalised photography envelope next week giving full details for ordering and payment.

• Simply review the variety of photo packages available and follow the instructions on the back of the envelope.
• Envelopes are personalised to each student with name and shoot key.
• Photographs will be supplied on a pre-paid basis only.
• All students are required to have their portrait photo taken irrespective of whether you intend to purchase a photo package.

​Dress Code for Class & Portrait Photos

Prep

Sports uniform, sport socks, white joggers

Years 1 to 4

Formal uniform (no stockings for girls, formal socks required)

Years 5 to 6

Girls – Formal uniform worn with blazer buttoned up (no stockings, formal socks required) 

Boys – Formal uniform (trousers) including belt, tie and with blazer buttoned up

Years 7 to 12

Formal Winter Uniform worn with blazer buttoned up

Girls – Formal socks, black formal shoes, hair must be neatly tied back, no jewellery, no makeup

Boys – Formal socks, black formal shoes, clean shaven, no jewelleryFor more detailed information on student dress requirements, please Click here

Family Envelopes (Siblings) 

Family/sibling envelopes are attached to the eldest child’s individual photo envelope. Please be reminded, this photo only applies to children who currently attend St Peters Lutheran College.

Spare Family/sibling envelopes are available at Sub-School Receptions.

To reduce the line and wait time, two sittings have been booked specifically for sibling photos. Monday's session is reserved for families primarily in Secondary Years and Wednesday’s session is reserved for families primarily in Primary Years.

Monday 19 May (7:00am – 8:00am, Cafe 45) | Secondary Years

Family/sibling photos will be held in Cafe 45.

Wednesday 21 May (7:00am – 8:00am, Belfield Hall) | Primary Years

Family/sibling photos will be held in Belfield Hall (Lower Primary).

Children of Old Scholars Photo | Thursday 22 May (Café 45)

Each year, St Peters offers students whose parents or grandparents are Old Scholars, the opportunity to be in a group photo. Students must be dressed in their full uniform. Further information will be sent from SPOSA. Please contact Amanda Osbourne, Alumni & Archives Officer on 07 3377 6592 if you have any questions regarding the Children of Old Scholars photograph.

Sport, Music & Cocurricular Photos

These photos will be handled separately to the class photos. You will receive an order envelope a couple of weeks after the photos are taken.

Primary Sport Semester 1 Photos on Monday 19 May and Secondary Sport Semester 1 Photos (Years 7 to 12) will take place on Tuesday 20 May. If you have any queries regarding Sports photos, please contact Sports House on 07 3377 6143.

Music Photos and Cocurricular Photos will be taken in Term 3 - please refer to the schedule below. Further information regarding these will be forwarded at a later date including dress code. 

Boarding

We will contact Boarding parents separately with further information regarding photo ordering.

Ironbark (9A/B) | Tuesday 12 August

9A/B students currently at Ironbark will have their class and portrait photos taken on Tuesday 12 August. 

9AB Family/silbing photos will be taken before school or during break times on this day. Please be reminded, Family/sibling photos only applies to children who currently attend St Peters Lutheran College.

Separate Households

Separate households can use the same shoot key provided on the order form to order for their child. Any students with multiple orders processed will have their photographs sent in separate satchels to the school. Please contact MSP on 07 3865 4291 for your personalised shoot key number, if required.

Photo Dates

Below are the scheduled school photo dates for 2025:

Full schedules will be available next week on the St Peters App and in Firefly.

For more information, please Click here

Lisa Delaney
Deputy Head of College

MORE TICKETS RELEASED!!

• Saturday 17 May
• 3:30pm–6:00pm
• Campus Heart

Calling all car enthusiasts...

Love a high-octane muscle car, supercharged supercar or the timeless charm of vintage automobiles?

Come along and get up close to your favourite exotic, rare or vintage vehicle on display.

Food trucks + coffee van

RSVP via Eventbrite https://bit.ly/st-peters-campus-cars-coffee

Hosted by Kokedama by Alison, this workshop guides participants through creating their own Japanese moss ball plant. The workshop includes morning tea and the workshop. All funds raised go to The Cancer Council.

When: Friday 23 May, 8:30am–10:30am
Where: P&F Centre
Tickets: $60.00pp

Available via Eventbrite now

Each year, Kaleidoscope offers Year 8 students the opportunity to develop their musical, dance, and dramatic skills under the guidance of Arts professionals, build self-confidence through performance, make new friends, have fun, and be part of a stage work created especially for them. Kaleidoscope performances are so successful that they have become one of the highlights in the Year 8 calendar.

Rehearsals for Year 8 Kaleidoscope 2025 are well underway, and on Friday 30 May and Saturday 31 May, more than 110 students in the cast and crew will present All Over the World.

The students of 8A have been given a geography assignment: to research and create a presentation about their chosen country. Some students are excited about sharing their culture and background with their classmates, while other students are stressed because they don't want to mess up or say the wrong thing about a culture different to theirs. All Over the World follows the students of 8A through the highs and lows of school and assessment, of learning about their own and others' cultures, discovering new places, and the amazing world around them.

Tickets for Kaleidoscope performances ($15.00/$10.00 concession) are now on sale through Eventbrite and will be available at the door.

Friday 30 May, 7:30pm – https://kaleidoscope2025friday.eventbrite.com.au
Saturday 31 May, 7:30pm – https://kaleidoscope2025saturday.eventbrite.com.au

Please come to support this enthusiastic and talented group of young performers and enjoy a great night of entertainment. The PAC servery will be open for drinks and snacks from 6:30pm.

Christine Taylor
Kaleidoscope Producer

On Friday 9 May, our Year 12 students will be hosting a fundraising event in support of Dolly’s Dream, their 2025 legacy charity. Taking part in Do it for Dolly Day, the event will take place in the Chapel Forecourt and includes a sausage sizzle, bake sale, and a fun ice bucket/dunk tank challenge.

Students are encouraged to show their support by wearing blue accessories and Akubra or cowboy-style hats—blue being the charity’s colour, and a nod to Dolly Everett, the young girl the charity is named in honour of.

A heartfelt thank you to Food Services, Courtney’s Quality Meats, and Homestyle Bakery for their generous support and donations.

Find out more about Dolly’s Dream: dollysdream.org.au

Welcome to Week 3. After a start to the term characterised by public holidays, student free days and extended weekends, it is encouraging to see students settling comfortably into the term’s routine. We look forward to continued engagement and productivity as the term progresses.

A Good Childhood

In Junior High, we recognise the unique developmental stage of early adolescence and the importance of supporting students' wellbeing during this pivotal transition into high school. Recent insights from the University of Sydney’s Solutionists podcast underline the significance of maintaining a careful balance between academic responsibilities and emotional wellbeing. Reflecting this understanding, we have deliberately streamlined aspects of our Year 7 academic program, focusing on creating a supportive environment that prioritises students' emotional health, social connections and overall sense of security. Our teaching approaches intentionally foster curiosity, exploration and meaningful relationships, equipping students with resilience and a positive mindset for future academic and personal challenges. You can listen to the Solutionists episode here: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/podcasts/the-solutionists/s4-ep4-transcript-notes.html

BACKFLIPS AGAINST BULLYING Presentation

Last week, the Year 7 and 8 students attended a one-hour incursion called ‘Backflips Against Bullying’ presented by Action Education. This presentation is an important part of our anti-bullying education that aims to develop skills such as resilience and empowerment in our students. The content was delivered to students through a combination of parkour and acrobatics in an exciting and engaging format. The presenters covered topics such as power dynamics and resilience, cyberbullying, physical, verbal and social harassment, real-world consequences and targeted and repeated harassment. The Year 8 program focused specifically on Resilience and provided the students with a range of strategies to utilise when involved in, or witnessing, bullying incidents. Students not only thoroughly enjoyed the theatrical presentation, but many have also indicated that they feel more empowered to respond appropriately when faced with any bullying behaviours. In the coming weeks, students will engage in follow-up activities during Pastoral Care lessons to continue to develop these skills through our Academic Care and Wellbeing program.

2024 Reviews

The 2024 Reviews have now been distributed to students. These yearbooks capture key memories and achievements from the past year, making them significant keepsakes. We encourage parents to remind their children to bring these reviews home and keep them in a safe place. These reviews will be treasured artefacts of their educational journey, providing lasting memories for the years to come.

Camps

Over the next few weeks, parents of Year 7 and Year 8 students will receive detailed information about our upcoming camps. These camps are an integral aspect of our Junior High curriculum, reflecting the longstanding Lutheran educational tradition of valuing outdoor education. During their Junior High years, students participate in two essential outdoor experiences:

• Year 7 ‘Fun and Friendship’ Camp (three days) | 18–20 June 2025
• Year 8 ‘GREAT Lies Within’ Camp (four days) | 15–18 July 2025

I am looking forward to joining our students at these camps and participating in the enriching experiences they provide.

Uniform Reminder

It has been great to see so many students committing to the Winter Uniform and the wearing of formal hats has improved. A reminder that from this week, students will need to wear blazers to and from school.

Tuckshop Ordering - Pick & Skip

Streamline lunchtime with the new Pick & Skip service at Café 45. This innovative system allows students to pre-order lunch directly at the Pick & Skip counter in the dining hall, ensuring they never miss out on daily specials. More information about ordering through this system is available through Firefly.

Max Forbes
Head of Junior High

It has been a positive and purposeful start to Term 2 across the Senior School, with each year level settling into routines and embracing the opportunities and challenges ahead. Please refer to the brief report below from each of our Year Level Coordinators.

Year 10

Year 10 students have returned from the break with renewed energy and have settled well into their classes. Term 1 Progress Reports, along with feedback from recent Parent-Teacher Interviews, have provided families with a snapshot of each student’s initial engagement and progress. These early indicators are helpful in identifying students who may benefit from further support, particularly in areas such as organisation and attitude. To that end, a series of organisational seminars will be offered, and pastoral staff will reach out to students where needed.

This term also sees the beginning of the Careers Program, which plays a key role in preparing students for their future pathways. Through activities such as Natural Abilities Testing, exploration of learning styles, and goal setting, students will begin to develop a deeper understanding of themselves and the world of work. These learnings will inform the subject selection process for Years 11 and 12, which is supported by Form teachers, Curriculum Leaders, the Head of Curriculum, and the IB Coordinator. Parent information sessions will be communicated by the Academic Hub later this term.

Pastoral Care continues to be shaped by the Visible Wellbeing framework, with this term’s focus on Attention and Awareness, Emotional Management, and Coping, timed alongside key moments such as assessment blocks. Adding to the fun, our Form Class Challenge 'Lead the Pack' kicks off this term for AB/CD/EF classes, with GH/JK/LM to follow in Term 3. Planning also continues for the Year 10 Ski Trip, which remains a much-anticipated highlight.

Mrs Rachael Turnbull (Year 10 Coordinator)

Year 11

Our Year 11 students recently completed their first QCAA assessment block, and they are to be commended for the mature and responsible way they approached this experience. Feedback from assessments is now being provided, and students needing additional support are encouraged to connect with their Form Class Teacher or Year Level Coordinator to refine their study strategies and set meaningful goals.

A small number of students who have shown signs of disengagement are being supported through individual check-ins with the Year Level Coordinator. At the same time, all students are being introduced to the Study Centre through pastoral visits led by Jacqui Estevao, helping them become more familiar with this valuable resource.

Excitement is building ahead of the Year 11 Semi-Formal, which will be held at Victoria Park later this term. Official communication will be sent home shortly following the student announcement. In addition, students will soon begin a focused unit on leadership in Pastoral Care, ahead of the formal leadership selection process next term. The cohort has shown great willingness to get involved this year, and their energy and participation have been greatly appreciated.

Mrs Amanda Huxham (Year 11 Coordinator)

Year 12

For our Year 12 students, Term 2 brings a mix of challenge and celebration. QCAA students are currently managing a demanding schedule of assessments, drafts, and exams, while IB students continue to respond thoughtfully to feedback from their Term 1 assessments. It is a time that can feel intense, but it also provides important momentum as the cohort looks toward the finish line.

A number of student-led initiatives have added colour and purpose to the term, including preparations for Do It For Dolly Day on Friday 9 May, and several awareness campaigns around mental health. These initiatives reflect the leadership and care within the group and are a testament to the cohort’s character.

With the 100 Days to Go milestone fast approaching, students are being encouraged to make the most of their remaining time. Attendance at classes, school events, ANZAC Day, and carnivals all contribute to the holistic development that defines a meaningful Senior year. The recent Year 12 Formal was a memorable occasion, and we are grateful to all staff who helped bring the evening to life. It was a true celebration of community and student spirit.

Ms Bronwyn Jamieson (Year 12 Coordinator)

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s Year Level Coordinator should you have any questions or require support.

Kind regards and best wishes,

David Rushmore
Head of Senior School

As part of St Peters ongoing support for the St Peters Boarding community, we have sent a collection of artworks to be exhibited in the Aspects Art Exhibition at the Goondiwindi Show, from 2–4 May.

Congratulations to Our talented students! We are proud to acknowledge the following students for receiving recognition in the exhibition:

• Ella (Year 11) for her cyanotype and embroidery piece titled 'Macro View' – 3rd prize in the Contemporary category
• Esther (Year 8) for her ceramic and watercolor on paper artwork titled 'Ocean Giant' – Highly Commended in the Contemporary category
• Evelyn (Year 10) for her wire sculpture titled 'Wyvern' – Highly Commended in the 3D category
• Adele (Year 8) for her collage titled 'Flow of Life Among the Reeds' – Highly Commended in the Contemporary category

Each year, St Peters Music Department invites Arts Professionals to lead Music Masterclass for the students involved in the Music program during Terms 2 and 3. A masterclass is an open lesson in which an expert musician works with a number of selected students in front of an audience. The intention is to provide a learning experience for the performers and audience members. Those in the audience benefit and learn from watching the performances and hearing the suggestions given to the performers by the expert teacher.

All masterclasses will be held in the Performing Arts Centre between 3:30 – 5:30pm.

Entry is free, and all students learning these instruments are encouraged to join us. Students are requested to arrive on time and stay for the entire session. Parents are also welcome to attend.

In Term 3, there will be masterclasses for Voice, Piano, Clarinet, Percussion, Cello and Violin.

Christine Taylor
Co-Director of Cocurricular Music

Best of Luck to Our Year 3–6 WDNA Netball Players

This Saturday marks the beginning of an exciting new season of WDNA Netball, and we’d like to take a moment to wish all our Year 3–6 players the very best of luck as they take to the courts.

We’re proud of the way our students represent St Peters—with teamwork, determination, and great sportsmanship. Whether it’s your first season or you're a returning player, we hope you enjoy every moment of the games ahead, make new friends, and continue to grow your love for the sport.

Play hard, support each other, and most of all—have fun! Go Saints!

GET READY FOR AIC CROSS COUNTRY – MEET 1 AT SHERWOOD

Our 2025 AIC Cross Country campaign kicks off with Meet #1 at Sherwood Arboretum on Wednesday 14 May, and we encourage all boys in Years 5 and 6 to get involved!

These lead-up meets are a great opportunity for boys to challenge themselves, improve their fitness, and experience the team spirit that cross country offers. Importantly, attending as many of the three AIC meets as possible allows students to record times that will be used to select the final team to represent St Peters at the AIC Cross Country Championships on Wednesday 4 June.

Event Details:

Venue: Sherwood Arboretum, 87 Jolimont St, Sherwood
Departure: Leave class at 2:40pm; meet Mr Shields outside the UP Office
Return: Approximately 5:30pm to the College Bus Stop
Uniform: Sports uniform, cross country/track singlet, hat, water bottle, and healthy snacks.

Year 5 Race: 4:10pm (2km)
Year 6 Race: 4:30pm (3km)

This is a fun and rewarding experience for all boys, whether you're aiming to make the team or just want to enjoy a good run with your mates. Let's get behind it, Saints!

For more info or to sign up, please email Mr Ben Shields, Primary Sport Coordinator, at b.shields@stpeters.qld.edu.au or Mr Dan Fraser, Boys' Sport Coordinator, at d.fraser@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Sign Up Here

PRIMARY COCURRICULAR TERM 2

Parents, please make sure to check out the new Primary Cocurricular Timetable for Term 2. All information is available on Firefly, so be sure to visit and explore the opportunities on offer!

PRIMARY SPORT TERM 2 

AIC CHESS INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Friday Night Fixtures 

CROSS COUNTRY INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Wednesday afternoon Meets 

AIC FOOTBALL INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Saturday Fixtures 

AIC RUGBY UNION INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Saturday Fixtures

WDNA NETBALL INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Saturday Fixtures

Primary SPORT term 2/3 sign ons

AIC RUGBY LEAGUE INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Tuesday/Thursday Training / Saturday AM Matches

AIC TENNIS INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Friday PM Training / Saturday AM Matches

TRACK AND FIELD INFORMATION CLICK HERE 

AIC BASKETBALL INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Friday PM Fixtures

PRIMARY SPORT STANDARDS

Earlier this year, we introduced the St Peters Primary Sport Standards—clear benchmarks that support skill development, consistency, and a love of sport across all year levels.

Aligned with the PYP Learner Profiles, these standards help guide students in building both physical skills and personal character.

We encourage parents to continue engaging with the standards—use them to track progress, set goals, and support your child’s sporting journey. Together, we’re building a strong, connected sporting culture for all.

CLICK HERE to view

St peters app - SPORT

We encourage all families to download the St Peters App to stay informed with the latest updates. In the event of cancellations or changes to activities, clubs, or sport due to weather or other circumstances, we will send push notifications through the app. This ensures you receive important information quickly and directly.

Download the app today to stay connected!

REPRESENTATIVE SPORT

Please see the Northern Eagles calendar currently available on the St Peters App. Information regarding Term 1 District nominations has been shared via email to all students. Students need to be part of a St Peters 'A Team' standard or play club at a high level to be nominated. A final decision on nominations will be at the discretion of the Sports Department. Further nomination information will be emailed to students at the start of each term. For more information CLICK HERE

CELEBRATING PRIMARY SPORTING SUCCESS

If you would like to share your sporting success, no matter how big or small, I would love to hear about it. Please send the details to b.shield@stpeters.qld.edu.au

WET WEATHER AND CANCELLATIONS

With regards to wet weather and any unforeseen or potential cancellations of AIC sports, please ensure you keep an eye out for notifications and alerts via the St Peters App. We will endeavour to keep everyone updated on both training cancellations and game-day changes as the week progresses.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Term 2

Monday 12 May – Inter-Lutheran Cross Country Carnival at Redeemer
Thursday 15 May – Andrews Cup Netball Metro Meet
Thursday 15 May – AIC Cross Country Meet at Sherwood
Monday 19 May – Primary Sport Photos
Wednesday 21 May – AIC Cross Country Meet at Curlew Park
Wednesday 21 May – AIC Cross Country Meet at Runcorn
Wednesday 21 May – Met West Cross Country
Wednesday 4 June – AIC Cross Country Championships
Wednesday 18 June – Prep–Y3 Interhouse Track and Field Carnival at Stolz Oval
Friday 20 June – Years 4–6 Interhouse Track and Field Carnival at Mayer Oval

QGSSSA Winter Sport Sign on – check the app to sign on for all Winter sports!

Winter Sport flyer

QGSSSA TRACK AND FIELD – new sign up

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

Please CLICK HERE to sign up 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

Congratulations to Amaya M (Year 12) for recently competing in the Stawell Gift race in Victoria. The Stawell Gift is Australia's oldest short-distance running race and Amaya placed third in her semi-final. Congratulations Amaya!

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.

Sign up for Term 3 Sport is available for boys to register their interest for the upcoming sporting seasons for Tennis, Basketball, Rugby League and Track & Field!

Students are asked to ensure they have signed up by Friday 16 May (Week 4).

BASKETBALL SIGN UP – CLICK HERE
Saturday Fixtures
Trial Sunday 8 June, Training Weeks 8–10

RUGBY LEAGUE SIGN UP – CLICK HERE
Saturday Fixtures
Trials Weeks 9 and 10

TENNIS SIGN UP – CLICK HERE
Saturday Fixtures
Trials Week 6

TRACK AND FIELD SIGN UP – CLICK HERE
Term 4 Championship
Training started in Week 3 of Term 2

Football

Football began with a bang this week, with key wins in several aggregate age groups and winning over half of their matches. A great way to start the season with the Firsts coming back from the brink to score 2 goals in the last 4 minutes of the game, earning a point. This week our Seniors will play at home vs Marist and Juniors at Ashgrove. Best of luck!

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

For more information CLICK HERE

Rugby

St Peters’ 2nd XV Rugby team made a statement in their return to the field, securing a dominant win and reigniting school spirit. After time away from competition, the boys impressed with a powerful performance, setting the tone for a massive weekend ahead. The 1st XV face off against Marist this Saturday, and a big home crowd could make all the difference. Come down and show your support!

Chess

Last week, we proudly held our first AIC Chess Presentation for the season. In a special ceremony attended by families, Head of College,Tim Kotzur, presented our First IV Chess team with their official badges and jerseys, with congratulations to Milan S, Will S, Oscar L, Harrison L and Julius L.

It was a wonderful opportunity to recognise the commitment and achievements of our top players in front of their peers and parents. We also hosted our Round 1 AIC Chess fixture against St Patrick’s College, with strong performances across both Junior, Intermediate and Senior teams.

This week, we turn our attention to our home game vs Marist College for our Focus Round!

cross country

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. We are calling for all boys to please sign up for next week's meet at Sherwood Arboretum on Wednesday, 14 May. A bus will take students to travel to and from Indooroopilly.

CLICK HERE to register for Meet 1 – Sherwood Arboretum

St Peters Cross Country Singlets

Please bring your Cross Country singlet with you to Sherwood.

AIC Meets – Wednesdays

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

basketball

Congratulations to our CBSQ Opens Basketball team, who won their first two games of the CBSQ Wildcard tournament. Our boys play against Brisbane State South Secondary College for the qualification game as part of the crossover to qualify for the tournament.

Captain’s corner – liam b and zane s

Opening round for Term 2 sports kicked off last week with our Rugby Focus Round having a huge turnout, with St Peters spirit at its finest. It was a shame the result wasn't what we wanted, but the boys put on a huge fight and showed what is to come in the following games. The pressure is on with this year's Chess team as they fight for a back-to-back premiership, with our youngest player in Year 8 showing good skills across the board. Although they couldn't grab a win this week, there is still hope with this very competitive team. Finally, our Firsts Football team with their amazing fight right until the end couldn't have been any better. After being two goals down with ten minutes remaining, our boys stood up and managed to pull back two goals, with one being in the last two minutes, drawing the game. A very good start for all the boys with their sport and we very much look forward for this week's Round 2 games.

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 forms – CLICK HERE

With hundreds of athletes competing in dozens of sports, this will help us ensure your students 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. With Cross Country having weekly Wednesday afternoons meets starting Week 4-6 and the Championship in Week 7.

For details of times and venues for this weekend’s Round 2 vs Marist 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 team-mates.

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.

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 teams, 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.

Term 2 AIC SPORT COORDINATORS

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

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

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

AIC Cross Country Coordinator
Mrs Kerry Schreiber (Head Coach) – k.schreiber@stpeters.qld.edu.au

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

Matchday expectations

A reminder that all St Peters boys must be dressed correctly at both AIC training and games. All uniforms can be purchased from Shop45 or via School locker, please refer to the respective website for opening hours. For matchday, enclosed footwear must be worn to games; no slides or Crocs are to be worn at St Peters or AIC schools. They are not part of the school uniform and are a risk for Workplace Health and Safety.

Football

Training and Playing Uniform Requirements

Training – students must wear their St Peters training uniform to training, including shin guards and boots.

Games – students must wear:

• St Peters numbered Football shirt (NO Sports/PE shirts)
• St Peters maroon PE/Sports shorts
• Long St Peters maroon socks with shin guards
• Joggers/sneakers MUST be worn at all times before/after games – NO slides or thongs are to be worn at any time

Rugby

Training and Playing Uniform Requirements

Training – students must wear their ‘program shirt’ to training.

Games – students must wear:

• St Peters ‘program shirt’ and then get changed into your Rugby jersey
• Mouthguard (mandatory)
• Long St Peters maroon socks
• Joggers/sneakers MUST be worn at all times – NO slides or thongs are to be worn at any time

Chess

Students are to wear their formal uniform to their matches.

ST PETERS STUDENT SPECTATORS ON GAMEDAYS

Should any St Peters student be attending a St Peters sporting event/game outside of normal College hours, they are expected to be dressed in St Peters formal uniform. Should a student not be wearing the correct attire when attending a sporting event/game, they may be asked to leave the venue.

WET WEATHER AND CANCELLATIONS

With regards to wet weather and any unforeseen or potential cancellations of AIC sports, please ensure that you check the school app for notifications and alerts. We will endeavour to keep everyone updated on both training cancellations and game day changes as the week progresses.

Daniel Fraser
Boys Sport Coordinator

St Peters families and friends, please join us for the ALWS Walk My Way on Saturday 10 May.

Once again, the Chaplaincy Team and the Social Justice Committee are supporting the Australian Lutheran World Service (ALWS) Walk My Way event and would love for you to join us! While it is not an official supervised school event, it will be a chance to come together as a community and walk to raise awareness and support for children impacted by poverty and war.

You can join the St Peters team and walk either 3km or 12.5km. Registration opens on the day at 11:00am, and the walk begins at 1:30pm.

We will meet as a St Peters group near the Subway at QUT Gardens Point campus at 12:30pm so that we can say hello to any of our community who are joining us. Look out for a St Peters Indooroopilly sign and our friendly faces!

Read more about the work of ALWS and Walk My Way here

Register or donate here

It will be a wonderful day and a great way to show our support and stand in solidarity with children around the world, impacted by war.

Renata Rankin
Director of Identity, Formation and Service

St Paul's Lutheran Church, Nundah, invites St Peters families to come along to their upcoming Feasts & Friends community event on Friday 6 June. Feasts & Friends is held on the first Friday of every month and is an evening of family-friendly fun with live entertainment, food trucks, and market stalls.

When: 5:00 – 8:00pm, Friday 6 June
Where: St Paul's Lutheran Church, Cnr Atthow Pde & Buckland Rd, Nundah