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Principal's Log

We congratulate Year 9 student Joseph Higginson who has successfully completed a Senior Astronomy Course through the University of Southern Queensland. Joseph is the youngest student to have completed this 12-month course. Well done to Joseph on...
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Reading For A Rich Life

Many of us will remember the joy, warmth and mystery that we have experienced where parents or grandparents read to us as children or where we have in turn read to children. Books transport us to new places, enable us to walk in another’s shoes,...
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It was great to be part of the Dad’s Breakfast last Friday where a very large group of men enjoyed coming together with their families to celebrate the important role they play within their families and within community. The conversation was...
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We Belong

How much do you exude belongingness? A simple mind exercise is to picture yourself sitting with the variety of people whom you will interact with over the coming day or week. How easy is it to say in a generous way, “we belong”? Exuding...
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Principal's Log

As a community we congratulate our Director of Staff, Mrs Tanya Crooks, on her appointment as Principal of Redeemer Lutheran College Brisbane, from the start of next year. This appointment reflects Mrs Crooks breadth of experience and passion for...
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Character and Spirit

Over the past fortnight, the character and spirit of many of our Olympians was clearly on display. One of the people who stood out for me was Cate Campbell. Cate showed incredible strength of character after swimming outstanding times as part of the...
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Principal's Log

There was tremendous community spirit evident at OCEANfest last Friday night. Staff, students, parents and members of the wider community came together to enjoy the creative and warm ambience that emanated from the Carnivale theme. A colourful...
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OCEANfest Is Here

OCEANfest is here. “Bringing all the colour, fun and energy of Rio’s Carnivale to the Sunshine Coast, Pacific Lutheran College’s OCEANfest is on Friday 19 th August. Featuring dazzling street performers, amazing rides, a fabulous food fiesta, a...
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Principal's Log

This week, reports have surfaced of a website containing indecent pictures of young women from different schools. It is a timely reminder for all students and their families about the importance of maintaining safe habits on the internet. As part of...
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Care For The Environment and Education For All

Two of the strong messages that flowed from the opening ceremony of the Rio Olympics were the need to care for the environment and the importance of education for all. These are two challenges that we can take on in our daily lives. In our work...
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