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THE SPIRIT
St Martins Lutheran College Newsletter Term 2 Week 4 2021
MESSAGE FROM THE ACTING HEAD
OF JUNIOR SCHOOL
Small acts of kindness can have a big effect
If for some reason you haven’t caught up with it, our theme for this year is:
Have Courage. Rise Up!
It’s a great theme and one that can inspire and motivate us to action
whoever we are because it applies to so many situations. But often when we
hear a phrase like this, our minds immediately turn to the big things in our world
that we feel we need to rise up against and overcome - bullying, inequality, poverty, environmental
issues, pandemics and the like. Even the Bible verses we use to support our themes often come from
stories that describe ordinary people who have trusted God’s plan and overcome insurmountable
odds and changed the world or the course of history. Let’s face it, who doesn’t love an underdog
story with a battle where good defeats evil and there’s a happily ever after?
The catch is that most of us feel powerless when faced with such enormous obstacles and the
pressure to make such a big difference. So much so that it demotivates and overwhelms… How am
I expected to make a difference and change the world when some days it’s all I can do to get out
of bed on time? It’s a challenge for us all.
Recently, we were putting up posters around the College with pictures of our House Captains
promoting positive messages that help us live out our theme and our values. One that caught my
attention said: In a world where you can be anything - be kind! It resonated with me because this is
something that is possible for all of us and could make a big difference in the lives of others. I’m not
saying to forget about the big issues, but while you’re planning that world-changing solution don’t
put aside the random acts of kindness that will change the world right here and right now. You may
never know how much that smile, encouraging word or simple “Thank you” impacted someone’s
life and caused a flow-on effect for the rest of the day. Letting someone go before you in the line,
waving to the neighbour in your street, stopping to chat with a work colleague rather than rushing
off may be all they needed to restore their faith in people in a world that is becoming increasingly
self-centred. I know it brightens my day when people wave to me on traffic duty, or a Foundation
student stops to tell me they like my shoes or brings me a picture they have drawn to decorate my
office. In the same way, the smile on their face when I remember their name, recognise they’ve had
a haircut or I’ve stopped to tie their shoelaces, makes the effort more than worthwhile and carries
me through my day as well.
So, today and everyday, I hope you find the courage to rise up, be kind and change the world one
smile at a time.
“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So
then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone...”
Galatians 6:9-10 ESV
Philip Bond
Head of Junior School (Acting)
St Martins Lutheran College Newsletter | Term 2 Week 4 Page 2 UPCOMING DATES SAPSASA CROSS Monday 24 May • GolfSA/SSSSA Individual State COUNTRY Championships in Adelaide Junior School Students perform well in Naracoorte Wednesday 26 May Recently, more than 40 of the College’s Year 3 - 7 • SE Zone Cross Country at Penola High students travelled to Naracoorte to compete in the School South East SAPSASA Cross Country. Thursday 27 May The students performed very well against some strong • House Day competitors, with many of them proudly returning to • Round 2 Knockout Boys Football the College with ribbons. Friday 28 May Congratulations to all on a successful event! • Student Free Day Monday 31 May • Year 10 Business Week • SAPSASA Football & Netball State Carnivals, Adelaide Tuesday 1 June • Boys 9-a-side Football COLLEGE CONTINUES COWS CREATE CAREERS Farming initiative is back for 2021 Meet St Martins’ newest students, Gav and Hairy Maclary! The two friesian calves are being cared for by the Year 9/10 Investigating Agriculture class while they participate in the Cows Create Careers program. Our thanks must go to Donovans Dairy for giving the students this experience.
St Martins Lutheran College Newsletter | Term 2 Week 4 Page 3
YEAR 9/10 PHOTOGRAPHY
Photography students visit local business to take photos - oh, and eat ice cream!
A few weeks ago, the College’s Year 9/10 Photography class went on an excursion to Royal Copenhagen
Ice Creamery as part of their study of Food Photography. The students were encouraged to purchase food
and/or beverages and to photograph these from a range of angles. They were also encouraged to take
photos of other dishes at their tables to broaden their portfolios.
Copenhagen didn’t disappoint; their desserts, meals and beverages were very well presented, as anticipated.
The students enjoyed this experience with the added bonus of getting to eat such amazing food at the end.
Thank you to the team at Copenhagen for catering for us as a group. The students had a great time and
have taken some amazing photos.
YEAR 10 BUSINESS STUDIES
ScRoll Queen visits students to impart business
knowledge
Recently, the Year 10 Business Studies class
were thrilled to have Dylan McQueen from
ScRoll Queen in their classroom.
Dylan spoke to the students about all things
business, from his own personal experiences
to the challenges every business owner
faces.
The students were grateful for the
presentation, as they are now faced with the
task of creating their own business.
St Martins Lutheran College Newsletter | Term 2 Week 4 Page 4
UNIFORM REMINDER MEALS ON WHEELS
Term 2 brings with it the seasonal uniform change Students continue to support local charity
A reminder to parents that St Martins has now Throughout Term 2, the College’s Year 10 students
made the seasonal change to the winter uniform. volunteer their time at Meals on Wheels SA.
Please ensure students start the term well with the Each morning, our students assist in preparing,
correct uniform items. The uniform shop is open packing and delivering nutritious meals to
Tuesdays and Thursdays. The on-line uniform shop members of the wider Mount Gambier community.
can be found at
https://uniformshop.stmartins.sa.edu.au/ We are so proud to see these students
demonstrating their St Martins Spirit and
compassion for others.
‘GRIP’ LEADERSHIP
College leaders attend local conference
This week, a group of Year 10 - 12 student leaders
attended the GRIP Leadership Conference at
UniSA Mount Gambier.
They learnt valuable skills while taking part in
practical and interactive activities, and through
discussions with other young leaders from the
region.
We hope the day was insightful and provided
them with the tools to succeed as a leader within
the College.
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St Martins Lutheran College Newsletter | Term 2 Week 4 Page 5
CAR PARK SAFETY
Think safety-first when dropping off
and collecting
A reminder to all parents, carers
and guests to the College to act
responsibly when using the carpark
area.
Please only use the designated
drop-off/collection areas to ensure
the safety of everyone.
NATIONAL
ARCHAEOLOGY WEEK
Students uncover newfound interest in
Archaeology
National Archaeology Week is an exciting
nationwide program of events related to
celebrating archaeology in Australia.
This year, National Archaeology Week was held
between 16-22 May. St Martins Middle and Senior
School Students were able to participate in a
variety of activities to gain some understanding
and appreciation of archaeology and the work
of archaeologists.
SIMULTANEOUS STORY Activities were designed around the concepts
of excavation, reconstruction of artefacts and
TIME chronological dating. An information session was
delivered for those wishing to pursue the study of
Students enjoy listening to story read from space! archaeology at a tertiary level. Documentaries
were also shown that provided some insight
On Wednesday morning, the College’s Junior into a day in the life of an archaeologist and an
School students participated in National Egyptologist.
Simultaneous Storytime!
The week concluded with the Stage 2 Ancient
The students enjoyed an intergalactic adventure Studies class enjoying a Greek Symposium lunch
story, ‘Give me some Space!’ by Philip Bunting. together.
Which was read by real astronauts on the
International Space Station! Kylie Hoff | Humanities Teacher
St Martins Lutheran College Newsletter | Term 2 Week 4 Page 6
INSTRUMENTAL TUITION AND REHEARSAL TIMES
Instrumental music tuition is currently available for the following
instruments.
• Brass – trumpet, trombone, Euphonium and Tuba
• Drum Kit
• Guitar – Acoustic, Electric and Bass
• Piano
• Vocals
• Woodwind – Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone and Bassoon.
Lessons are held both during and after school by suitably qualified
music teachers. If your child is interested in learning a musical
instrument, please pick up a form from the music room or the front
office and we will be in touch.
Ensemble Rehearsal Times
Step 1 Band: Wednesday after school in the Chapel from 3:15-4pm
Step 2 Band: Monday after school in the Chapel from 3:15 - 4pm
Concert Band (inc Shrek Orchestra) Thursday after school from 3:30 - 5pm
Senior Choir: Wednesday morning in the Chapel from 8:30am - 9:10am
Jazz Choir: Wednesday lunchtime in the music room from 1pm - 1:40pm
YEAR 7 DRAMA YEAR 9 HUMANITIES
Middle School students try their hand at the Students investigate sweatshops
performing arts
This week, the College’s Year 9 Humanities class
Year 7 students are undertaking a trimester of Drama looked at sweatshops and how to live on less than
for the first time this year. Last week they presented $1.25 a day.
some short skits to our special guest, Mr Alan
Connah. The students performed enthusiastically in Students were tasked with making paper bags and
an array of interesting characters. It was great to see getting “paid” based on how many they make and
them wearing some costumes, and in some cases, how well they are made. They then needed to work
makeup! Congratulations to all the Year 7s involved. out what to spend this money on to live.
Students continue with a Term of Drama in Year 8
and then may choose it as an elective from Year 9. It was a very insightful lesson, allowing students some
insight into how others around the world live.
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