Term 3 Week 2 | 17 July 2024
College News

Welcome Back

After a slightly longer break for our students recently, welcome back to everyone.  I hope families were able to spend some enjoyable, quality time with one another and certainly there have been some great stories from students about their adventures during the semester break.  We have headed straight into a busy few months of exciting events, with our Middle School students receiving their academic awards last week, and our Senior Students doing so next week.  Junior School are looking forward to Spanish Day this coming Friday, and our first group of Year 9 students have just headed off to their four-week camp at Mt Binga.  We have a few staff absent this term on different types of leave, and we’d love to welcome Blake Paskins (covering Mary Bergmeier on Maternity Leave), Oliver Bartlett (covering Natasha Cochrane on Long Service Leave), Terry Austin (Design Tech teacher), Lavina Merlin (working in compliance in Business Office), and Isabella Philpot (Junior School LEO).  We have also, just recently farewelled Abby Morse and Marissa Gibb who have been wonderful in their roles as Junior School LEOs and will farewell one of our Facilities team, Scott Miers this week. We thank them all for their service to our College and students and wish them all the best in the new roles and careers they have headed off to.

Tuckshop Update

Last term we were very excited to announce that we were in the process of planning the addition of a Canteen, or Tuckshop, or Café to the Middle & Senior Campus – we’ll let students get onto the naming process.  We are now very close to ironing out all the little complications to making this a reality, now at the point of getting relatively realistic timelines in place.  Fitting with our strategic direction to improve spaces and resources, our goal at this stage is to see it on site and ready to become operational by September 30 – the beginning of Term Four!  Of course, there are possibly some smaller, unknown hurdles that might appear, but we are excited to now be able to see the reality of a tentative operational date on the horizon.  And, yes, in the meantime we will have students put forward suggestions for the all-important name.  Not yet on a commitment timeline, we have also begun early research into the possibility of upgrading the Tuckshop facility on the Junior Campus to be a full working kitchen.  Given the age of the building and the position of the Tuckshop space (downstairs), this could require some slow and careful planning to ensure the result caters for longer term needs, but hopefully there is a possibility for this, also, in the not-too-distant future.

Absentees via SEQTA

A reminder that all absentee notifications are now being sent to the College directly through the SEQTA Engage app.  This process is very simple and saves our wonderful office staff a significant amount of processing time every day, as the data is placed directly into the system, rather than having to be transferred from multiple emails that are generated through the old Prince of Peace App system.  Please be aware, once you press submit, a small text box appears notifying you that the submission has gone in, and the form will then reset.  If you have any questions, or difficulties with the Engage App, please just contact Administration and we will look to support you getting your phone to behave.

Every blessing for the week ahead.

Simon Hughes
Head of College

STUDENT TERM DATES FOR 2025

Please find below the term dates for Prince of Peace in 2025.  In comparison to 2024, the commencement of Term One falls a week later for schools, on Tuesday 28 January (Monday is the Australia Day Public Holiday).    The structure for 2025 is identical to 2024, with a three week break mid-year.  In Term Four, most students will finish on Wednesday 10 December.

For your easy reference, these dates are also listed on the College website under the ‘My PoP’ menu item (at the very top of the website page):

Term 1: Tuesday 28 January – Friday 4 April (10 weeks)
Term 2: Tuesday 22 April – Friday 20 June (9 weeks)
Term 3: Monday 14 July – Friday 19 September (10 weeks)
Term 4: Tuesday 07 October – Wednesday 10 December (P-9 students – 9.5 weeks) *
* Year 12 students will conclude on Friday 21 November
* Year 10/11 students will conclude on Friday 5 December

2025 PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Monday 27 January – Australia Day
Friday 18 April – Good Friday
Monday 21 April – Easter Monday
Friday 25 April – ANZAC Day
Monday 5 May – Labour Day
Wednesday 13 August – 2025 EKKA (Royal Queensland Show) Public Holiday (as the College is in the Brisbane City Council region)
Monday 6 October – King’s Birthday
Dates are accurate as at 11 July 2024 but may be subject to change. Please check the College Calendar should you have any queries.

Winter Carnival News – only 10 days to go!

Can I help? How to Volunteer

The Winter Carnival is getting closer and closer so now is the time to join in and start signing up! There are 11 stalls in need of volunteers for a minimum of 30 minutes on the day… more if you love the feel of being part of a great community. Please click any of the links below to Volunteer to help out on that stall:

Class Stalls

General Stalls

Donna Cook
2024 Winter Carnival Coordinator
Ph: 3872 5710   |   dcook@princeofpeace.qld.edu.au

Meet our Winter Carnival Partners

BillyLids Therapy

BillyLids Therapy is run by a PoP Mum

At BillyLids Therapy, we know that speech pathology and occupational therapy for kids isn’t one-size-fits-all. With play-based therapy at the heart of what we do, we use engaging games, toys, books, and other interactive resources, to implement evidence-based therapeutic techniques that support your child’s development. Most importantly, we take the time to get to know your child’s interests, needs and how their brain works so we can tailor each session to suit them.

BillyLids Therapy specialises in supporting children under 10 years old, in the areas of:

  • Occupational Therapy
  • Speech Pathology

Occupational Therapy

The everyday childhood joys of living, growing and playing are important for your child. But for some children, they aren’t easy or fun. BillyLids occupational therapists support these children by making the tasks of daily life easier. Their help children with gross motor skills, fine motor skills, emotional regulation, social skills and more.

Speech Pathology

Every voice deserves to be heard. But for many children, making themselves heard and understood can be challenging. Our speech pathologists specialise in working with children using engaging activities to help your child learn new words, improve their articulation, and understand different aspects of language. In particular, we support children to overcome communication challenges and learn new techniques, including speech difficulties, expressive language challenges, the comprehension of non-verbal cues like gestures, facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice, and more.

We can come to you

When your child is struggling, it is often helpful to see them in their own environment, which is why the speech pathologists at BillyLids Therapy love to get out and visit children away from the clinic in their home or conduct sessions at childcare, kindy or school.

Everyone is welcome

Whether your child has a specific developmental goal to meet or they’re living with complex disabilities, we have experienced and caring therapists ready to support, you, your child and your family.

For Further Information

For further information, visit their website at billylidstherapy.com.au. You can also book your free Discovery Call via their website »

Dream Financing – Finance Brokers and Accountants

Whether you’re looking for a new loan, a better loan, accounting advice, or seeking finance for a company vehicle, a personal car, or commercial machinery….whatever it is, Dream Financing can help. With over 30 years industry experience, our experienced staff, together with our extensive list of lender contacts, can help you secure the best loan for your family or your business.

No matter your circumstances, Dream Financing has the expertise, know-how, and industry contacts to find the best deal that works for you. Dream Financing has been helping Brisbane investors and business owners secure the best mortgage deal for their commercial property loan needs since 2002 in the following areas:

  • Home Loans
  • Commercial Property Loans
  • Investor Property Loans
  • Equipment Loans for the Self-Employed
  • Car Loans for the Self Employed
  • Cashflow Finance for the Self Employed
  • Refinancing
  • American Truck Finance

Visit our website for further information.

Programmed Property Services

Programmed Property Services is committed to improving your facilities management by safeguarding your assets through expert maintenance management (prolonging the life of your assets and property) and by streamlining your multiple property and building maintenance needs into a single solution.

Leveraging our wide network of skills and equipment, Programmed Property Services can provide a holistic approach to your facilities maintenance, reducing the need to engage multiple businesses, and thereby reducing your exposure to variants such as quality of workmanship, reliability, costings and duplication of administrative practices.

Services include:

  • Painting
    From jobs requiring national scale resources to one-off repaints, Programmed Property Services delivers at times convenient to you.
  • Grounds Maintenance
    Entrust your grounds assets to Programmed Property Services and enjoy the convenience of grounds maintenance made easy.
  • Signage Solutions
    From signage strategy and brand design to corporate identity and retail refurbishments, we provide end-to-end project management services.
  • Landscaping
    End-to-end landscaping solutions, from installation to maintenance.
  • Building Projects
    A full range of building services, from minor works to capital projects and/or construction all at your finger tips with one single, professional provider.
  • Essential Services
    Maintain the accessibility of your facility and site at all times through proactive planned maintenance that identifies areas for improvements and mitigates risk.
  • General Maintenance
    Extend the life and functionality of your assets with proactive and reactive maintenance.
  • Project Management
    Streamline project management and maintain complete governance and transparency over your project through a single-point-of-contact with access to multiple services.
  • Turnpoint
    Programmed Property Services have worked with renowned golf course designers, clubs and developers to deliver world class golf facilities to a tee both nationally and internationally. With the experience of constructing and maintaining more than 40 courses comes the ability to deliver flexible and tailored solutions that deliver on budget and with a view to complementing and embracing their natural landscapes.

For further information, visit our website

Montville Sky Suites

With captivating views of the Blackall Range to the Coast – Montville Sky Suites combines luxury and style in accommodation. Situated 88 kms from Brisbane or 55 kms from Noosa, Montville is the creative heart of the hinterland.

Exuding its unique romantic charm this quaint village is home to art galleries, boutique shopping and its own distinctive coffee culture.

Montville Sky Suites provides the perfect base while you take in the natural beauty, serenity and crisp mountain air.

Whether it’s a romantic escape or just time out to relax and unwind while enjoying the breathtaking views on offer we have accommodation options to suit. All within a stroll from the heart of Montville village itself!

Choose the Luxurious Spa Suite for that special romantic getaway and enjoy your own spa on a fully enclosed balcony.

Alternatively, choose the Panorama Suite combining a Luxury 2-Bed Suite with Kitchenette. Ideal for couples, multiple parties or a family getaway.

Both offer premium top-floor positions, eco-friendly fireplaces and stunning views to the ocean. For further information, visit montvilleskysuites.com.au.

Arana Leagues Club

Built by the Community – for the Community

Arana Leagues Club (ALC) is a large not-for-profit Community Club located on Dawson Parade in Keperra, near the Arana Hills Plaza and Grovely State School. Built over 50 years ago, it boasts 2 dining areas, 175 gaming machines, a fully supervised Kids Room, TAB, 5 bars and dedicated function rooms. ALC offers:

  • Reception and Bottle Shop – 7 days a week from 10am to late
  • Café – 7 days a week from 10am – 9pm
  • Sports Bar – Open 7 days a week
  • Gaming Lounge – 7 days a week from 10am to late
  • Entertainment for all including Live Music Thursdays – Sunday and events such as The Elvis Tribute Dinner Show on Saturday 3 August and the Balls Out Bingo (Gatsby Theme) on Friday 19 July
  • Sporting fields to host community games.

The Club is affiliated with:

  • West Arana Hills Rugby League Football Club
  • Arana Netball Club
  • Ascot Arana Hockey Club
  • Arana Touch Football Club
  • Westside Grovely Football Club
  • Arana Little Athletics
  • Ferny District Cricket Club
  • Arana Leagues Social Golf Club

For further information

  1. Visit their website at aranaleagues.com.au
  2. Email them at info@aranaleagues.com.au
  3. Call 3354 1333

Hammond & Neale

Hammond & Neale is a Brisbane based specialist consultancy firm with skills and experience in project and development management. With experience in the financial, consulting, construction, project management and development industries, they provide a proactive approach to produce high quality project outcomes that align with their client’s business objectives. Their specific expertise lies with in delivering projects for the education, not for profit, community and accommodation sectors. Hence, Hammond & Neale have a long history of working with Schools, Universities, Student Accommodation Providers, Kindergartens, Day Care Facilities, Churches, Charities and Sporting Clubs.

Hammond & Neale’s approach to project management relies on their ability to analyse, advise, lead and manage the total range of activities carried out during the development process. Their role is to deliver the experience and expertise relevant to the individual project in order to develop a symbiotic and practical working relationship and to drive the project through effective leadership. In this way they produce distinctly formulated solutions for each project, capable of being delivered on time and at a sustainable cost.

Consultancy services include:

  • Strategy Definition
  • Needs and Opportunity Analysis
  • Acquisition and Disposal Assistance
  • Feasibility Analysis & Financial Modelling
  • Development Management
  • Value Management (Workshop Facilitation)
  • Project Management
  • Cost Management
  • Project Auditing
  • Project Reporting

Call 3186 5226 or email Kate at kate@hammondneale.com.au

Conroys — Business Specialists

Stewart McKenzie-Fowle t/a Conroys Accountants (Authorised representative number 1249646) is an authorised representative of SMSF Advisers Network Pty Ltd, Australian Financial Services Licence number 430062

Premier’s Reading Challenge

Prince of Peace is participating in the 2024 Premier’s Reading Challenge from now until 23 August 2024. The challenge is not a competition but aims to improve literacy and encourage children to read widely for pleasure and learning.

Children and students from Prep to Year 9 who read the allocated number of books for their reading level and therefore complete the challenge will have their efforts recognised by receiving a certificate of achievement signed by the Premier.

  • Prep to Year 2—read or experience 20 books
  • Years 3 to 4—read 20 books
  • Years 5 to 9—read 15 books

Reading opens up a world of educational opportunities for young people and provides the foundation for lifelong learning.

Junior Campus News

Welcome to the second half of the year!

Welcome back to the second half of the year, and a special welcome to our new families and students who have begun with us this term.  I hope that you will feel connected and embraced by this wonderful community.

Relocated Spaces – Library, Year 3FB and Spanish Room

Late in Term 2, our Year 6 cohort relocated to the new Area 6 block of classrooms and during the holiday break we have been able to relocate the library resources to above the Year 5 classrooms.  This area has been a buzz of activity with children engaging this space for borrowing books, learning, playing games, reading, Lego building, Year 6 Leadership Activities and use of the Tech Lab.  I encourage you ask your child for a tour of the space.

Our Year 3FB class also moved rooms to be near the other Year 3 class and this week will see Mrs Arribas move into a classroom near the Year 5 classes as a home base for Language – Spanish lessons.  Mrs Arribas has been an absolute legend in moving around the campus to teach and I’m sure will look forward to having a resourced Language room to support student learning.

Parent Teacher and Student Conversations

It has been great to see many students and parents engaging in these conversation opportunities.  Involving students in these conversations aims to promote:

  • Student ownership and engagement in learning
  • Communication and collaboration skills
  • Authentic understanding of assessment and next steps
  • Parent involvement and understanding
  • Student agency and leadership development
  • An increase in motivation and accountability
  • Celebration and recognition

We know that many of these skills for students are not easy and take time and practice to develop.  It’s OK to reflect and acknowledge that they may not be fully developed YET!

As I was out talking to families last Thursday, I was heartened by comments like:

“My child’s is getting better at talking about their learning, the positive bits and the bits they need to work on.”

I encourage you to celebrate the progress that your child has made in articulating their understanding of the learning journey and developing the next steps.  It is so good to celebrate growth in all it’s forms.

To understand more about why we encourage Parent Teacher Student Conversation, and what makes Prince of Peace different, please visit the ‘Discover Us’ section of our website »

If you missed the opportunity to make a time with your child to talk about learning with the class teacher or one of the Specialist teachers, you are always welcome to contact staff via SEQTA to arrange a catch up.

 Celebrating in Term 3! It’s going to Fun!

Term 3 promises to bring many opportunities to connect and celebrate.  I would encourage you to mark dates in your calendar.  It’s going to fun but extremely busy!

  • Junior Campus Spanish Day – Friday 19 July
  • Winter Carnival – Saturday 27 July on the Middle and Senior Campus
  • Grandparents and Special Friends – Friday 16 August
  • Junior Campus Book Week Celebrations – Tuesday 20 August
  • Junior Campus Father’s Day Event – Wednesday 28 August 7:45 – 9:30am

I’m looking forward to Spanish Day this coming Friday. Dressing like a pilgrim – probably a modern-day traveler and having the time to explore and embrace Spanish culture.

Thank you PoP community for all you do.

Anne-Marie Schmidt
Head of Campus – Junior

Welcome to Term 3

Welcome back to Term 3! We hope you had a restful and enjoyable break, filled with family time, fun activities, and perhaps even a bit of adventure. As we embark on this new term, we are excited about the opportunities and experiences that lie ahead.

Communication between home and school is vital for student success, and we value your partnership.

Please keep an eye on our newsletters, website, and social media channels for updates and important information. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher or our school administration.

This week, our students are focusing on gratitude. Some benefits of practicing gratitude are:

  • After 21 days, you start to scan the world for positives.
  • After 42 days you become:
    • More optimistic, energised & focused.
    • Less likely to get sick.
    • You will sleep better.
    • Anxiety and depression decrease.

A few quick and simple ways to practise being grateful are:

  • Journaling; each night write down 3 things that went well for you that day or purchase a gratitude journal with gratitude prompts.
  • Write a gratitude letter to someone special, telling them why you are grateful they are in your life.
  • Have a family discussion on the way home from school or around the dinner table about the things that went well that day or made you smile.

Don’t forget to jump online and access the TRP Parent Hub for more information https://theresilienceproject.com.au/2023-parent-carer-hub-inspire-hugh/

The Resilience Project App

This app is a daily well-being journal where you can identify and track your emotions, record moments of gratitude, and practice mindfulness.

The aim is to develop emotional literacy, engage with the positive things in life, and be actively present.

The app is suitable for all ages, and includes the option to create profiles for each member of the family. Download via iTunes or Google Play.

Parking and Drop-Off Reminder

Please be mindful that our Hardcourt (Green Room car park) area is a staff-only parking area.

This area is not designed for parent parking or dropping off students.

Please remember to drop off at the Kiss and Go Areas at the front Administration Area and down at the Shed where there is staff supervision.

Exciting News!

Last Friday, our Buddy Bench was installed on the Junior Campus. When Year 6 student Clara saw a need to ensure that all students felt included at break times, she researched and found that a Buddy Bench is a visual reminder to encourage students to include others.

After taking her proposal to the Arana Hills Leagues Club, they kindly donated funds to purchase and install a Buddy Bench on our campus. We thank them for their generosity and support of our young people.

Clara and her team will continue to educate our students about being inclusive and using the bench.

As we begin Term 3, let’s work together to create a positive, nurturing, and inspiring environment where every child can thrive. We look forward to another term of growth, learning, and success.

Blessings,

Coreta Lennon
Deputy Head of Campus – Junior

Code Camp

Term 3 Code Camp has begun this week, bookings are still open if any students are keen to join us.

Please note that we are only offering Code Camp for students in Year 3 and above this term.

Course details:

Class Type: Code Camp After-School Coding
Day: Tuesday
Dates: Tue 16 Jul to Tue 03 Sep 2024 (7 sessions remaining)
Times: 3:00PM-4:15PM (75 mins)

Please book students into Code Camp via this link : www.codecamp.com.au/poplc

Middle & Senior Campus News

Creating an enriching pathway for life at Prince of Peace

Term 3 in every year of a young person’s learning journey at Prince of Peace marks the beginning of strengthening further their emerging pathway into life. For Year 7s they start to feel a sense of belonging and connection to their peers and teachers they have met in their transition. For Year 8s they embark upon the creative process through the Year Level Musical, which encourages risk taking, collaboration and presentation skills for each individual student in forming a work of art.

For Year 9s they will encounter their transformational Mt Binga Camp experience for a month away from their home and school life.

For Year 10s they start to envision their future pathway in Year 11 and 12 through the SET planning process in Careers. For Year 11s they respond to the call of leading and serving the school community as we install new College Captains, Ministry and House Captains.

For Year 12s they engage in their first rites of passage event of their final year of education through celebrating their Formal with their peers, parents, and teachers. We were delighted to be able to host the Pre-Formal event at the Auditorium and see the spectacular arrivals and professional photos be taken with family and friends. Then students and staff enjoyed the formal at Victoria Park Function Centre sharing memories, dancing and admiring the beautiful views of the city skyline.

Middle School Awards Ceremony

In Week 1 of Term 3 we came together as a community in recognising the learning and growth of student academic achievement in Semester 1. We were delighted to be able to present Academic Gold, Silver, and Bronze for Semester 1 in Years 7, 8 and 9. We congratulate the following students on gaining Academic Awards for Semester 1 in 2024;

Year 7

Bronze: Alec Buchanan, David Camberos Urrego, Hamish Dart, Thomas Doolan, Ella Jackson, Rayen Mouhli, Sophia Paine, Emma Phillips, Lucas Phillips, Ashton Philpot, Siena Piper-Iacovella, Dylan Pramana, Avril Roberts, James Robson, Bon Rose, Felix Sivyer, Georgia Wallin

Silver: Ethan Cavill, Thomas Cormack, Amelia Fletcher, Charlie Jeffs, Luca Pennisi, Antonia Vargas Narvaez

Gold: Kayleigh Crook, Jacob Dare-Williams, Alira De Brabander, Elizabeth Gooch, Lucia Johnson, Lottie McKinnon

Year 8

Bronze: Olivia B, Ezekiel Diver, Finn Garrad, Sage Handley, Ruby McCall, Monte Morse, Aaliyah Reynolds, Eleanor Roberts, Rani Scott, Sofiya Shevchenko, Harrison Stepowski, Sophia Valencia-Revatta

Silver: Charlotte Cook, Julia Cormack, Samuel Draper, Phoebe Jones, Lachlan Larder, Izabella Lee, Asha Steyn, Cameron Tull-Smith, Darcy Tune, Emmett Watson, Sophie Williamson

Gold: Maddison Currey, Jasmin Dargaville, Thomas Forbes-Schutz, Georgia Gardner, Holly Peall, Amelia Savaille, Dallas-Rose Smith

Year 9

Bronze: Caeden Bell, Talia Blowes, Malori Coronado, Keeley Glentworth, Sabrina Hutton, Sienna Jones, Aurora Murfett, Tejpratap Nagpal, Alisa Pandzo, Zarah Parsons, Lila Silvestri, Declan Spain

Silver: Samantha Buttenshaw, Lorelai Gore, Eli Johnson, Eva Shaw, Hudson Zweck

Gold: Marley Buchanan, Lucy Eldridge, Isabella Everitt, Claire Franklin, Christian Holland, Eloise Horsington, Isabel Howard-Taylor, Lucia Hughes, Eva Johnson, Joshua Kilday, Jade Lewis, Christian McKenzie-Fowle, Jeremy Tay

Through this awards presentation it causes us all to reflect on the potential in each of us. God gives us all different talents, strengths and passions which come to life in personalised pathways.

Parent, Student and Teacher Conversations Term 3.

Parent, Student and Teacher Conservations will occur in Term 3 on Thursday 1 August (Week 4) Wednesday 7 August (Week 5) from 3:30pm-6:00pm. Bookings will be made available through SOBS online booking system and communicated via a direct message on SEQTA. These are the last formal interview times for the school year; however, parents are always more than welcome to contact teachers for feedback over the phone or in person.

On these evenings we will be offering tutorial sessions for parents on SEQTA: Engage from 4:00pm-4:30pm and 6:00-6:30pm. The aim is to assist parents in navigating the features of this learning portal which include courses, resources, assessment dates, dashboard, direct messaging, portal, notices, and documents. Please register for one of these session to Sue Noon, Head of Campus (Middle and Senior) PA at snoon@princeofpeace.qld.edu.au

Subject Preferencing process for Year 9, 10 and 11 for 2025 – My Pop Pathway

Thank you for parents and students support in finalising Subject Preferences for Year 9, 10 and 11 for 2025 on ‘Web Preferences’ in Week 1 Term 3.

Year 9 and 10 students and families will be invited to a Course Counselling Interview that will be held with either the Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of QCE and Careers Coordinator.

Head of Campus (Middle and Senior) and Learning Enrichment Coordinator maybe involved in this interview process. Year 10 Course Counselling interviews will begin in Weeks 4 and 5 Term 3 and Year 11 Course Counselling Interviews will begin in Week 6 Term 3. Parents will be informed when SOBS online bookings are available through SEQTA direct message.

Upcoming dates for Term 3

Please find the remaining dates for Term 3 events to assist in your planning. The dates are also recorded on the Calendar which is located at the bottom of each edition of POPCORN, and on the College website via the Calendar button in the top menu.

  • 23 July: Year 10-12 Academic Awards Presentations
  • 30 July: Year 12 2024-2025 Student Leader Installation Service
  • 27 July: Winter Carnival – Battle of the Bands Final
  • 1 August: 7-12 Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences 3:30pm-6:00pm
  • 7 August: 7-12 Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences 3:30pm-6:00pm
  • 10 August: Year 9 Mt Binga Group 1 Family Morning
  • 13 August: Year 9 Mt Binga Group 2 depart
  • 14 August: Ekka Show Day
  • 16 August: P-12 Grandparents & Special Friends Day
  • 20 August: Book Week Parade
  • 21 August: Year 12 Mock Exams begin
  • 23 August: Middle and Senior Campus Open Morning
  • 30 August: Middle and Senior Campus Father’s Day Breakfast 7:30am-8:30am

At the heart of Prince of Peace is our mission to nurture the God given potential of each student and that they can pursue their personal excellence utilising the talents and strengths that they have been given. It is our prayer that each student continues to find their pathway in this next semester of learning and growing; accepting the challenges that come their way with hope, courage, service, and grace.

Every blessing,

Sarah Hoff-Zweck
Head of Campus – Middle and Senior

Careers @ PoP

My PoP Pathway

It may be worth considering university subjects that students can undertake while completing Year 11 and 12. Each university will have their own name and criteria for their programs. From ‘Headstart’, ‘Start’ through to ‘Enriched Studies Programs’.

Name aside, all it means is that eligible students will have the opportunity to apply for and complete a university subject while completing their Senior studies at school.

Depending on the institution, classes can be online or on campus. The results for the subject will accrue QCE points, but do not go towards a student’s ATAR. In some instances, successful completion of these subjects can take time off the related degree.

If you are interested, I would encourage you to look at the individual university websites and they will indicate what the subjects and criteria are for eligibility.

Please reach out to me if you have any further questions regarding university programs.

2025 TAFE at School Programs Applications Now Open

We are excited to announce that the 2025 Greater Brisbane applications opened this Monday 15 July 2024.

To submit an application for the 2025 TAFE at School Programs, students will need to:

Please note: We are expecting a very high level of interest in all our programs this year, and we cannot guarantee that all applicants will receive an offer of place.

Reminder: Students WILL need their Learner Unique Identifier (LUI) and their Unique Student Identifier (USI) numbers to be able to apply for TAFE at School Programs.

Julie Grosas
Careers and VET Leader

Sports Score

Junior Campus Sport

Welcome back! We hope students are ready to dive into a variety of activities during a fun-filled term that promises to keep them active, engaged, and having a blast!

 Term 3 Sporting Dates

  • NISSA Gala Day 4 – Week 3, Friday 26 July
  • NISSA Athletics – Week 4, Thursday 1 August
  • North District Athletics – Week 5, Thursday 8 & Friday 9 August
  • NISSA Gala Day 5 – Week 7, Friday 23 August

NISSA and North District Athletics team information will be sent out over the coming week.

Best wishes to our Year 4 – 6 NISSA Gala Day teams as they gear up for their new sports in competition for next Friday. May you all showcase your skills, determination, and sportsmanship on the field. Good luck to each of you as you strive for excellence and enjoy the spirit of healthy competition.

Thank you to the AFL AUSKICK team for coming out to teach the students a few basic skills and techniques during Physical Education classes last week. Sign up now to their all ages 6-week program@PoP, starting Wednesday 31 July.

Congratulations

Archer Nicol has been selected as a shadow player for the Met North softball team. Although narrowly missing out on the main team, Archer still intends to attend training sessions and better his skill set. Great dedication Archer!

James Stedman recently competed in the Northside Junior Super League 2 Green Ball competition during Season 1 of 2024, in late June he and his teammates from Coops Tennis club took out the grand final with a convincing win. Well done James!

Kindy – Year 2 Junior Sports Day

The Kindy – Year 2 Sports Day Carnival at the end of last term was a tremendous success! The morning was filled with vibrant energy as our little athletes participated in a variety of fun and exciting games. The event showcased their enthusiasm, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Families and friends gathered to cheer them on, creating a supportive and joyful atmosphere. It was wonderful to see everyone come together, making the day memorable for all.

The same also goes for the Term 2 Year 3 – Year 6 Athletics Carnival, it was such a fantastic day for our students to showcase their skills and athletic prowess. The event was filled with impressive performances, highlighting the dedication and hard work of our young athletes. We extend our congratulations to all participants for their efforts and sportsmanship, Place Getters for the Age Groups and teachers who made this day possible.

LAVER House emerged as the overall winner with an impressive score of 555 points. BRADMAN House followed closely with 535 points, showcasing strong performances. FRASER House secured third place with 502 points, while JACKSON House rounded out the competition with 492 points. Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and enthusiasm! Information regarding representatives for upcoming competitions will be sent out early next term, note: NISSA Athletics – Week 4, Thursday 1 August & North District Athletics – Week 5, Thursday 8 & Friday 9 August. Thank you to everyone who supported and contributed to making this day a memorable success!

Jessica Schneider
Junior Campus PE Teacher & Sport Coordinator

Middle & Senior Campus Sport

Interhouse Cross Country Carnival

Unfortunately, our Interhouse Cross Country Carnival was cancelled back in Term 1 due to poor weather. It had always been our intention to hold a modified carnival on site in Term 2 to provide students the opportunity to participate.  The winning house was Fraser with 356 points.  Followed by Laver on 317, Bradman on 292, and Jackson on 286.

Students were presented their age champion medals and the House Shield during our sports assembly at the end of Term 2. Well done to all!

Age Champions

12 years – Avril Roberts and Tom Cormack

13 years – Georgia Gardner and Thomas Forbes-Schutz

14 years – Phoebe Jones and Lachlan Larder

15 years – Sienna Jones and Hannes Forbes-Schutz

16 years – Freya Garrad and Sam Roche

17 years – Freya Forbes-Schutz and Dylan Turley

18 years – Charlotte Scott and Ryan Eaglestone

 

Interhouse Track and Field Carnival

We held our annual Track and Field Carnival during Week 8 of Term 2. Thankfully, the weather gods were on our side and the day was perfect for Athletics. The students had a great day, with participation rates high. Jackson took out the day, with Bradman in 2nd, Fraser taking 3rd and Laver in 4th spot.  Please download this PDF of the Interhouse Track and Field Carnival Results »

Age Champions

12 years – Avril Roberts and Rayen Mouhli

13 years – Erin Doig and Armaan Narayan

14 years – Charlotte Cook and Monte Morse

15 years – Eva Shaw and Hannes Forbes-Schutz

16 years – Aye Mi Htoo and Harvey Turnell

17 years – Freya Forbes-Schutz and Dylan Turley

18 years – Charlotte Scott and Ryan Eaglestone

New Record Holders

A number of records were broken on the day as well as a number being set prior to the carnival.

100m 17 years boys – Dyaln Turley: 11.75sec

800m 15 years boys – Hannes Forces-Schutz: 2min 21 sec

Javelin 12 years boys – Rayen Mouhli: 14.55m

Javelin 12 years girls – Avril Roberts: 13.42m

Shot Put 14 years boys – Hudson O’Neill: 11.50m

NISSA Season 1 Award Winners

During our sports assembly held last term, we also acknowledged the efforts of our NISSA participants in Season 1 of 2024. We had some wonderful results again, with a number of Top 4 finishes, and our Junior Boys Netball Team taking out their competition. Please download this PDF listing the NISSA Season 1 Award Winners »

BOSL Basketball

Last term I had the pleasure of coaching my Year 11 and 12 BOSL boys basketball team. They had great success winning most of their games to take us to the 3rd and 4th place-off match. The boys gave the other team a real challenge on the court but sadly suffered a very close loss.

They all showed great team work and leadership skills throughout the season. I can happily say I’m proud with the way they performed. We hope to have a great season again next year with some fresh faces. Congratulation to Aidan Gardso on being named in the All Star Team.   Report by Ned Dyer.

Congratulations Monte – Sailing

Monte Morse competed in the QLD Youth Sailing Championships during the holidays and took out 1st place in his class! Well done Monte!

Congratulations Elijah – Indoor Cricket

Congratulations to Elijah Walsh who last week participated in the U18 National Indoor Cricket Championships held in Victoria. Elijah and Queensland came away with the win and were crowned National Champions! Well done Elijah!

If you require any more information, please contact myself via SEQTA or the Middle & Senior Campus via email receptionsc@princeofpeace.qld.edu.au

Gabrielle Collman
Middle & Senior Campus Teacher – Sports Coordinator

Music and the Arts

The Arts @ Junior Campus

We are thrilled to announce that one of our talented students, Hollis Nicol, has made us all incredibly proud with her outstanding achievements at the Dayboro Show. Hollis entered her amazing artworks in the 5-8 age group categories and emerged victorious in not one, but two categories!

Hollis’s beautiful drawing and painting earned her the prestigious First Place award in the 5-8 Drawing/Painting category. Her creativity, attention to detail, and unique artistic style truly impressed the judges and showcased her talent.

Congratulations to Hollis Nicol on Her Achievements at the Dayboro Show!

In addition to her success in drawing and painting, Hollis also secured First Place in the 5-8 Craft category. Her innovative and skilful craftwork demonstrated her versatility as an artist and her ability to excel in multiple mediums.

Hollis’ achievements are a testament to her hard work, dedication, and passion for the arts. She has set a wonderful example for her peers and has brought great pride to our school community.

We look forward to seeing more of Hollis’ incredible artworks in the future and supporting her as she continues to develop her artistic talents.

Please join us in congratulating Hollis Nicol on her fantastic accomplishments at the Dayboro Show!

Rechelle Sevillano
Classroom Teacher – The Arts

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