Join us for an evening celebrating the creative spirit and the incredible musical and artistic talents of our students on Monday 25 March from 5 - 7.30 pm. The theme for 2024 is "The Cross and the Crown," reminding us of the ultimate act of sacrifice and love demonstrated on the cross. Through art, music, performances, and creative expressions, immerse yourself in the story of Easter and gain a deeper appreciation for the message of hope and salvation.
The event highlights include a Candlelit Performance "Art Walk" through our High School Building and showcase of dance, drama, instrumental, and choral performances by our talented students. Instrumental music items will be held in the auditorium.
Please note that there are limited tickets for the sessions, which run every 15 minutes, available for the Art Walk. To ensure you secure a spot, please register for a session via the Eventbrite link above, as soon as possible on a first come, first served basis. Everyone is welcome.
On March 1, the Year 12 School and Culture Captains departed for the Compass Leadership Conference held in Canberra. The conference consisted of five days of Christian formation and bible-based leadership development. Students participated in a diverse range of sessions, sparking questions about their leadership style, biblical understanding, and how to effectively lead in their current role. Students also went on multiple excursions around Canberra, including The Australian War Memorial, the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture, Parliament House and the Australian Institute of Sport.
One of the students' highlights was hearing from other students about both the opportunities and challenges within their schooling contexts. This has motivated our student leaders to delve deeper into not only their personal relationship with God but also the understanding of His Word. The student leadership team enjoyed networking with other Christian leaders from different schools from across Australia. It was a phenomenal five days away with our student leadership team. We look forward to seeing them implement their knowledge throughout the remainder of their Year 12 leadership journey.
Our Year 12 camp at Lake Ainsworth in NSW was an unforgettable experience. Upon arrival, we were grouped into three groups, namely the Sharks, Dugongs, and Whales but later being named the Turtles (this was Serana's fun idea). Each day we did a variety of activities like paddle boarding, water bed challenges, sailing, and rock climbing or archery.
After the day's activities, we enjoyed some free time, which was always enjoyable. On the first day, the Year 12 cohort got to head to the beach during our free time, where we had a great time chatting and relaxing. Miss Soper and the staff team ended each day with devotions.
Every morning, we rose early and went for a sunrise beach walk, followed by breakfast. The highlight for many on the camp was the trash bag formal on the second day. We designed trash bag dresses and suits. This was honestly so much fun in the lead-up to the dinner. The boys randomly selected one of our shoes out of a bag to determine their dinner partners, and we had to sit with them for dinner. This was so enjoyable because you got paired with people you wouldn't normally find yourselves talking to and it really brought our cohort together. After dinner, we then had to create an entrance walk on the spot as an introduction to who we were with. It was followed by dance circles, Q&A sessions, and prizes, and ended with devotions.
With Best Couple being Jody and Ayla, Best Dressed Josh and Nakaiyah and Best Entrance Khristine and Ananya. The atmosphere on the second night was memorable, with devotions running longer from the power of the Holy Spirit.
Overall, our Year 12 camp was truly unforgettable, providing us with the chance to forge deeper bonds and savor our last camp experience together in school. The enthusiasm and participation from everyone were truly remarkable, making it a memorable journey. As we reflect on this final camp, it's surreal to realize that it marks the end of an era, but it's comforting to know that we've concluded it on such a high note. This camp will remain etched in our memories as a testament to the camaraderie and spirit that defined our time together. As we move forward, we carry with us the cherished moments and friendships formed during this special adventure.
Nakaiyah Smith
Year 12
The LIFE program kick started their first High School fundraiser on Tuesday, 12 March in support of the Bali Missions trip. The students and staff wore Hawaiian accessories and brought in a gold coin donation. At lunchtime, the LIFE team sold sausage sizzle, drinks and krispy kreme doughnuts while students and staff vs each other in a 3 on 3 basketball competition. It was a standout day with so many people supporting the cause. We even had students say to "keep the change" because they wanted to be extra generous. Thank you to all our students, staff and parents for your support.
We're thrilled to announce that a grand total of $1,917.45 was raised! This incredible sum will directly benefit the people of Bali when our team visits later this year. Every dollar makes a monumental difference, and your contributions will leave a lasting impact on those in need.
Lani Grieve
LIFE Program Coordinator
Queensland Beach Schools Cup begins our Volleyball program in 2024. There were over 450 teams competing in the two-day event. King’s Pimpama sent nine teams in the competition, five girls and three boys teams.
We had a few standout performances. Our Year 12 girls team pairing had Emily Clark and Jayln Jacobi securing a commendable 6th place out of 16 teams. Our Year 8 boys pairing, Kye Harrison and Dom Kowaliw, came 2nd in their pool and 5th overall. Notably, these achievements were even more special as it marked their debut as pairs in a competitive setting.
Special thanks to all the coaches Mr Pyne, Mrs Bruneau, Mr Brand, and Mr Jacob Miller (Year 11 student) for coaching these teams each week and giving up your weekend for this competition. Congratulations players, you were all champions, on and off the sand.
The students who competed in the event were as follows:
On March 5th, at the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, King's Pimpama sent nine athletes to the Regional Swimming Trials, marking a record participation for the campus. Representing the Hinterland district, our swimmers not only showcased their incredible talent but also demonstrated the spirit and determination that King's is known for. The day was filled with personal bests, qualifications for state championships, and an overwhelming sense of pride for our school community. We are looking forward to following some of these athletes at States.
Achievements
Atlantis Collett-Morriss (12 yrs) - Shaved off 2 seconds in the 200m Butterfly, showcasing determination and skill.
Cooper Morris (16 yrs) - Achieved a new personal best by 3 seconds in the 100m Butterfly and qualified for state in the 200m Breaststroke, a testament to his hard work and dedication.
Emmitt Morris (13 yrs) - A versatile force in the water, qualifying for states in four events, including the 50m Freestyle, 50m Breaststroke, 100m Breaststroke, and 200m Breaststroke.
Mason Mower (15 yrs) - Dominated the trials by qualifying for states in four challenging events: 100m Butterfly, 400m Freestyle, 200m Freestyle, and 200m Butterfly.
Dannie Platon (11 yrs) - Broke personal records with a 4-second improvement in the 200IM and 100m Butterfly, qualifying for states in both events.
Justine Platon (16 yrs) - Achieved a new personal best in the 50m Butterfly, demonstrating exceptional skill and competitiveness.
Harry Simmonds (11 yrs) - Made significant improvements, achieving personal bests in the 100m Backstroke (3 sec PB), 200m Backstroke (4 sec PB), and 200m Breaststroke (8 sec PB), and qualified for states in all three events.
Bailey Tetonga (15 yrs) - Qualified for states in both the 50m Breaststroke and 100m Breaststroke, proving to be a strong contender in his category.
Bailey White (14 yrs) - Set new personal records in all backstroke events, showing remarkable improvement and dedication to his craft.
Last week, the King's Open Boys' basketball team began their CBSQ campaign, facing challenges and opportunities in the regional tournament. With a mix of experienced players and newcomers, they anticipated a tough battle.
Their first game against Pacific Pines ended in a tough loss of 62-19, showing they had a uphill climb ahead. But they didn't let it get them down. In the next game against Nerang State High School, they fought hard but narrowly lost 28-25. Coach Chen praised their defence, especially Miles Descroizlles' efforts.
Their breakthrough came against Kimberly College with a thrilling 38-36 win, despite injuries to key players like Manaia Morgan and Jody Samuels. They showed depth and determination. However, they faced another setback against Livingston College, losing 53-16 due to pressure defence.
Against Tambourine Mountain College, they won 31-24, with strong defensive play and contributions from Kaylen Simmons and Judson Gainfort. The tournament ended with a loss to Elanora State High School, 44-22, despite their efforts.
Despite the ups and downs, the King's Open Boys showed resilience and teamwork. They now look forward to the Wildcard Challenge in August, aiming for a spot in the CBSQ tournament. They're optimistic about the return of injured players like Tobias Morgan, hoping to boost their chances of success.
