At the beginning of the year, I like nearly all of Australia, sat glued to my seat watching Ash Barty in the final of the Australian Open. She was widely celebrated after her victory and there was much discussion about the roller-coaster of emotions...
If you open one of our College diaries, in the first few pages there is an explanation of our College logo. Amongst the explanation is the College’s deep affinity with the ocean that we are so fortunate to live so close to, the Pacific. When...
The theme of this term, You Can Do It, surrounds relationships. Throughout all our relationships, there will be times when we have a disagreement that has the potential to unravel into something bigger. Of course, we always possess the power to...
Whilst moving through the classrooms last week, a new Prep student asked her teacher, “Who is that man?” A relevant and thoughtful question amongst a week of firsts. A conversation with the class ensued, and it was agreed that I could help them if...
Welcome to Pacific Lutheran College in 2022. We pray that the break has been fruitful and keep in our prayers those who have dealt with the numerous challenges over the holiday. I extend a very warm welcome to the PLC community to new families and...
Congratulations to the transitioning classes of 2021
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18 Nov, 2021
As the year ends, I would like to take the time to reflect on the journey of the current Year 5 students. Toward the end of last year, we began meeting as small groups to chart a course as they prepared for their final year in the Junior College. As...
Over the course of this term’s Junior Assemblies, we have been continuing to explore social and emotional blockers. This connects well with the thread for the next two weeks across the college. The notion of interpersonal competence and how we...
During assembly this week, Mrs Sarah Atkinson reminded us of ways we can think about obstacles that can sometimes impact our pathways to success. No one is immune from strong emotions and in fact, they are crucial to our accomplishments. Crossroads...
Welcome back to the final term for 2021, and a warm welcome to families new to Pacific this term. Term 4 is always such a busy term, and we look forward to engaging with the numerous events and celebrations that the end of the year brings. It was...
The thread for this week surrounds restraint and restricting our interactions. Living in such a fast-paced world, it is easy to slip into the notion that we need to be available at all times and in all realms. This mindset can allow us to become...