Newsletter

Save the Date: Spring Fair 2024

The much-loved Spring Fair at King's Pimpama is coming up on Saturday, 24 August.  You won't want to miss this incredible event for our school community. Our campus will come alive with a fun-filled festival for the whole family, including endless entertainment, food and markets, student performances, a bake stall, a cent auction, sporting matches and more!  See you there!

New High School Building Officially Opened

Tuesday, 4 June marked a significant milestone for King’s, with all three campuses celebrating the official openings of buildings completed over the past year. Event attendees included State Members of Parliament, local Councilors, Church Elders, Executive Pastors, College Board members, Principals, ISQ and BGA representatives, and other special guests.

King’s Logan Village opened new primary and high school buildings, marking the first ceremony of the day. Pimpama campus unveiled its new high school building and hosted a lunch for the special guests. Reedy Creek celebrated the opening of our new primary school building. We were honoured to have the Hon Corrine McMillan, Assistant Minister for Education and Youth Justice, represent the Queensland Government for these openings. She unveiled the building plaques and acknowledged the Government’s significant funding contributions. In her speech, Ms. McMillan praised King’s Christian College for our remarkable impact on the Gold Coast and Logan Village communities as an esteemed education provider.

We were pleased for the opportunity to take our dignitaries on a tour through these buildings where they enjoyed seeing our students immersed in their vibrant new educational facilities, all designed to inspire learning, innovation, and creativity. Thank you, Queensland Government, for continuing to support the development of our school.

Cultural Diversity. Celebrated at Noah's Ark

Noah's Ark celebrated cultural diversity with a vibrant Traditional Dress Parade. Students and educators proudly dressed in traditional cultural attire, sharing their heritage through colourful outfits and lively performances. Together, they embraced their differences and celebrated the beauty of diversity, fostering a culture of understanding, love and respect in our community.

Primary School Students Awarded Culture Awards at Assembly

Congratulations to the Prep to Year 6 students who received a Culture Award at the end of Semester 1 Assembly, in Term 2.  The Culture Awards are handed out to two students per class who Exemplify the Culture and Foundational Values of the College.

Well done to everyone who received their certificate.

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Young Learners Dive into Ocean Studies with Hands-On Projects

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In an exciting display of creativity, our Prep students transported their peers and teachers into the enchanting underwater world they have been studying this term. Armed with their newfound knowledge of the ocean and its inhabitants, our young marine enthusiasts recreated miniature habitats to show their newfound knowledge of marine life. On Monday, 10 June, they exhibited the dioramas to their parents and special guests. As visitors explored the displays, our Prep students eagerly shared their knowledge about various marine creatures, their habitats, and the importance of protecting sea life. The underwater dioramas represented the culmination of the Prep students' integrated lessons this term and also honed their artistic abilities.

Year 4 Students Bring Newton’s Laws to Life with Cardboard Arcade Extravaganza

I liked Caine’s Arcade because we all worked together and it was super fun! I liked seeing the grade 3’s playing our game. We all took turns going under the box of our arcade game to operate it. People said “This is the best game!” Our group had fun working together.
Alyssa Swift

Caine’s Arcade was a challenging and fun experience. It was fun handing out lollies and telling people how to play our arcade game. Lots of people came to play my arcade.
Hugh Warrel

My favourite part about Caine’s Arcade was experiencing working together with my group. We had a lot of fun building our arcade and making new friends. We all got along very well and our arcade turned out great!
Charlotte Hamilton

Nurturing Tomorrow's Thought Leaders in the Ethics Olympiad

Over the past two terms, five of our exceptional Year 5 and 6 students have been rigorously engaging with moral values and ethical principles in preparation for the prestigious Ethics Olympiad. Madeleine Smit, Oscar Svensen, Lucas Toomey, and Kristine Lee  and Zachary Mutemererwa have shown remarkable dedication and tenacity, honing their ethical reasoning skills each week.

Regrettably, Lucas Toomey fell ill yesterday and was unable to participate in today's event. Despite this setback, our team made us proud as they competed against various schools from across Australia and New Zealand, tackling challenging moral issues head-on.

Our Ethletes demonstrated their ability to navigate complex ethical dilemmas, using their moral compasses to guide their stances. Their performance was impressive, and they thoroughly enjoyed the experience of the Ethics Olympiad.

We congratulate Madeleine, Oscar, and Kristine for their outstanding efforts and thank Lucas for his dedication throughout the preparation. Well done to our team for their hard work and commitment!

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Learning about Marine Ecology

Year 11 Science in Practice students have explored the study of Ecology. Their learning was brought to life with an immersive visit to SeaWorld, where they experienced a marine ecosystem firsthand. During this field trip, the students collected data using underwater transects and quadrats, identified various human impacts on the oceans, and explored ways to mitigate these effects and preserve the ecosystem.

While conducting their underwater observations, the students had the unique opportunity to witness the interactions among multiple species. Additionally, they snorkelled alongside marine animals such as reef sharks, stingrays, and a diverse array of tropical fish, enriching their understanding of marine life and ecological relationships.

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Life Skills Classes Equip Year 12 Students with Practical Knowledge for Adulthood

Each week our Year 12 students participate in the Essential Life Skills classes, designed to prepare them for the practical challenges of adulthood. The focus of the session was on two crucial areas: vehicle maintenance and understanding rental agreements.

The girls had a hands-on lesson in changing a tyre, a vital skill for any driver. They learned the step-by-step process, from loosening the lug nuts to safely using the jack and securing the spare tyre. This practical knowledge not only boosts their confidence but also ensures they are better prepared for unexpected situations on the road. 

Meanwhile, the boys delved into the complexities of rental agreements. They were introduced to the key elements of a lease, including terms and conditions, tenant rights and responsibilities, and the importance of thoroughly reviewing a contract before signing. This session aimed to provide them with a solid understanding of renting properties, an essential aspect of independent living.

Both groups engaged enthusiastically with the material, recognising the value of these life skills. These weekly classes are an integral part of our curriculum, ensuring that our students are well-equipped to navigate the practicalities of adult life. By providing them with real-world knowledge and hands-on experience, we aim to foster a sense of independence and readiness for the future.

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NRL Action on the Big Screen

Our Year 12 students had a fantastic time watching the Origin Game One on the big screen at King's Pimpama. Food, fires, and warm blankets kept the cohort cozy as they cheered for their favourite team. Final score: 10 - 38 to QLD. Well done Queensland!

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Primary Athletics Carnival Results

Primary House Points

Congratulations to Tyndale for winning the Primary Athletics House Carnival.  

1st - TYNDALE 1,376 pts
2nd - RAYLEIGH 1,319 pts
3rd - FINNEY 1,315 pts
4th - NEWTON 781 pts

Girls New Records achieved at this year's event:

9 years - Haven Chigumira - 100m
9 years - Fia Laborte – 800m
9 years - Maddie Rangi - High Jump

10 years - Chloe Gurr – 800m
10 years - Tahlia South - Shot Put & Discus
11 years - Dannie Platon - 1500m
12 years - Ivy Hankinson – 800m & 1500m

Boys New Records

9 years – Isaiah Davies - 200m
11 years - Chase Neale - 100m
11 years - Jayden Osondu - 200m & 800m
12 years - Lucas Brennan - 200m
12 years – Aiden Howle - 800m

Primary Age Champions

Year 9 Boys Volleyball 2nd Place at Local Competition

Congratulations to the Year 9 Boys for placing 2nd in the Intermediate Volleyball School's Cup event held over the first weekend in June.

Sister Act: Young BMX Stars Racing to Success

Rising BMX star and Year 3 King's Christian College Pimpama student, Miah Holder, has taken the Australian BMX racing scene by storm since she first began riding and racing in July 2022 at the age of 7. Inspired by her three cousins who also compete, Miah's journey into BMX racing quickly transformed from a family pastime into a promising athletic career. Her younger sister, Kennedy, aged 5 and currently in Prep, also races alongside her, showcasing the family's shared enthusiasm for the sport.

Both sisters have their eye on the prize for the Brisbane Olympics 2032 and Miah is looking forward to the 2026 UCI World Championships in Brisbane, when she be eligible to compete on the world stage.

Miah started her BMX training with group classes at the Nerang BMX track and participated in local Friday night races. Her talent and determination soon led her to competitive racing at the state and national levels, beginning in January 2023 as a member of the Ashmore BMX Club.

In the 2023 season, Miah raced in the 8-year-old girls' age class and achieved remarkable success in several prestigious competitions:

• 2nd place in the BMX Southeast QLD Shootout Series
• 3rd place in the AusCycling QLD State Series
• 6th place in the AusCycling QLD State Championships, earning her a coveted Q-plate ranking (6Q) for 2024
• 10th place in the AusCycling National Championships

Overall, Miah concluded the year ranked 6th in Queensland and 10th nationally for her age class. Her ambitious goal was to achieve both a Q-plate (state ranking) and an A-plate (national ranking). While she secured the Q-plate, she remains focused on achieving her A-plate in the upcoming 2024 season.

In 2024, Miah has already competed in several QLD State Series races, NSW State Series races, and National Series races in the 9-year-old girls' age class. Her most recent triumph was at the NSW State Series race in Lake Macquarie in March, where she won all her races and secured first place in the final.

Additionally, Miah showcased her talent at the Oceania Continental Championships – BMX Racing in February, competing against riders from Australia and New Zealand in the 9-year-old girls' age class. She narrowly missed the final, finishing 9th overall.

Beyond her impressive list of achievements, Miah has gained significant confidence and made lifelong friends from across Australia and New Zealand through her passion for BMX racing.

Miah and her coach, Brandon, are diligently working towards her goal of making the final at this year's National Championships. She aims to secure a top 8 spot in the 9-year-old girls' age class and achieve an A-plate ranking for the following year.

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Latest Results at the ACT/NSW State Series Competition

In rounds 4 and 5 of the ACT/NSW State Series competition, Miah and Kennedy both performed exceptionally well.

Kennedy's Highlights:

Kennedy had an outstanding weekend, winning 4 out of 4 races on Saturday and 3 out of 4 races on Sunday.

Miah's Highlights:

Miah competed in two different race classes: 9-year-old girls 20” and 8-10-year-old girls cruiser. On both days, she made it to the finals in both classes.
Saturday Results: Miah finished 3rd in both classes.
Sunday Results: Miah secured 2nd place in the 9-year-old girls 20” and 3rd place in the 8-10-year-old girls cruiser.

Both girls are thrilled with their efforts and achievements over the weekend. Congratulations to Miah and Kennedy for their remarkable performances!

King’s Christian College excelled at the North Gold Coast Cluster Primary Gala Day

Round two of our Northern Cluster Primary Schools Gala Day that was held at King's Christian College Pimpama Campus on Friday 14 June. Our school had a Year 5 and 6 team participate, along with five girls participating in a combined all girls rugby league clinic and games.

Our King’s students demonstrated outstanding skill and sportsmanship, the Year 5 and 6 team participated in four games, in which they showcased their ability to play some quality footy and share the ball by making plays such as running and passing the ball resulting in some success in scoring a lot of tries throughout the gala day. The students had a fantastic time ultimately coming out victories in all our games.

Struddys Cup Year 8 Division: Round 7 - Caloundra State High School vs King’s Christian College

We made the journey to Caloundra for our Round 7 clash of the Struddy's Cup on 11 June. King’s delivered an outstanding performance against Caloundra SHS marking the final game for Term 2. King’s started the game strong, efficiently completing sets and cruising to an impressive 62-0 victory. Kobe Te-Kiri, Leison Malu and Samuel Palacios were among our best performers for the day.

With five rounds remaining in the season, the squad is committed to training throughout the break as we prepare to play against 2nd, 3rd and 4th place teams in our next three games of our season, or next game is against Alex Hills State High School on our first day back at school in Term 3.

The photos are from training this week as the team continues to focus their time preparing for Term 3 games. Keep up the good work team!

King's Alumnus off to Paris 2024 Olympic Games

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Elijah Winnington, King's Class of 2017, is off to his second Olympic Games after qualifying at last week's Australian Swimming Trials in the 400m and 800m events - congratulations to Elijah on this exceptinoal achievement! Well done to Jesse Coleman (Class of 2022) and Maya Zunker (Year 10 student), who also competed at the Olympic Trials. Jesse finished 4th in a lightning-fast 100m Butterfly, only a few tenths off the qualifying time, while Maya competed in the 100m Breaststroke and came 49 out of 73 at only 15 years of age. We are excited to see our alumni and students competing at the peak level of their sport and look forward to watching Elijah chase his Olympic dream in the pool in Paris this July.

Student Wellbeing Report - Semester 1, 2024

We are thrilled to share the fantastic achievements of our Student Wellbeing Team this year! Their tireless efforts and dedication have greatly enriched the lives of our students, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment across both primary and high school levels. Here’s a highlight of the incredible programs and activities implemented.

Primary School Wellbeing Initiatives
Our Primary School Wellbeing Team has been instrumental in running several impactful programs to support our students' emotional and social development. One of the standout initiatives is the Seasons for Growth program. This program helps children understand and manage change, loss, and grief by providing a safe space to explore their feelings and build resilience.

Another exciting addition to our wellbeing curriculum is the Drum King’s Program, inspired by the Rhythm to Recovery approach. This innovative program uses rhythmic music to improve emotional regulation, social connection, and self-esteem among students. The engaging drumming sessions have been a hit, helping students to express themselves and relieve stress in a fun, creative way.

The My Life Rulz program, developed by David Riddell, has also been a valuable resource. This program empowers children with practical strategies for dealing with life’s challenges, promoting positive self-talk, and building a strong sense of self-worth.
In addition, we have continued with My Zones of Feelings, adapted from the Zones of Regulation framework. This program teaches children to identify and manage their emotions by categorizing them into different zones, making it easier to communicate how they feel and adopt appropriate coping strategies.

Body safety has been a top priority, with our team delivering Body Safety Education across all year levels. This initiative ensures that every student understands their right to feel safe and knows how to protect themselves from harm.

High School Wellbeing Initiatives

Our High School Wellbeing Team has also worked hard to create a vibrant and inclusive environment through various lunchtime clubs and evidence-based programs. Craft Club, Book Club, and HUB Hangouts have provided students with enjoyable and relaxing spaces to connect with peers, pursue hobbies, and take a break from academic pressures.
The team has implemented several outstanding programs, including Shine, which focuses on building confidence and self-worth, and Stop Think Go, which enhances decision-making skills and emotional regulation. Peacewise has been another significant addition, teaching students conflict resolution and peacemaking principles.

The high school team has been hosting a Pancake Breakfast every Wednesday morning to foster a sense of community and ensure students start their day positively. This initiative has become a beloved tradition, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for students to gather, enjoy a delicious meal, and engage with their peers and teachers.

Building a Supportive Community
These programs and activities reflect our commitment to student well-being and our belief in creating a supportive, caring community where every student can thrive. We are incredibly proud of the achievements of our Student Wellbeing Team and the positive impact they have made on our school community.

Thank you to all the parents and students for your ongoing support. We are fostering a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment that empowers our students to reach their full potential.

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Careers Update - 14 June 2024

FOR Parents and Guardians

Parents feel free to register for the webinar below “Navigating your post-school plans with confidence”, Wednesday 24 July, 5:00pm (AEST) - the insight into how to help your young adult leaving school and navigating life after school.  This webinar is presented by Dr Michael Healy.

School is such a big part of your life; you might have mixed feelings as you approach the end of it. You might be excited about your next steps. But it’s okay if you’re not sure about your post-school plans or feeling a bit anxious or overwhelmed about it all.

In this webinar, you’ll hear about six simple ideas that will help you think about your future with confidence. Some of them might surprise you!

We’ll talk about:

- Different kinds of post-school pathways.
- Why it’s OK if you don’t know what you want to do.
- Why it’s OK to change your mind.
- Why ATAR might not be as important as you think.
- How to research your options.
- Who to talk to for help.

If you can’t make it to the live webinar, register anyway, and we’ll send you the recording to watch later.

Career of the Week:  How to become a Cartographer

Cartographers are map makers. They design, create, and adapt maps, charts, and plans using a combination of geographical, scientific, and mathematical methods. The scope for this job ranges from creating traditional maps to driving directions, and cartographers are employed by individuals, businesses, or specific industries such as the military. While it may seem obscure, this role is in fact more in demand than ever, with jobs expected to increase in the coming years.

If you love maps and geography, and enjoy researching and designing things, then a career in Cartography could be perfect for you.

Traineeships (SATs) on offer for Year 11 students

Vacancies are listed here. These vacancies are updated on a regular basis as new vacancies are offered. If a student is interested in a school-based trainee/apprenticeship and there is not one listed in the vacancies, they can source an employer on their own who would be happy to take them on as a SAT.

Careers Newsletters from various organisations that cover different topics related to careers and career opportunities

Options Newsletter will provide a range of information to help you with preparing your child for post school options. A new news bulletin is produced each month.

Career Tools newsletter 

The link below contains a range of articles about universities and scholarships, Guide to Software Engineer, learn to lead in the ADF:

Heywire Storytelling Competition

Heywire is a lived experience storytelling competition from the ABC, calling for stories from young people aged between 16-22 in regional, rural and remote Australia.

Entries must be a true story about an aspect of your life. Stories can be in any format: text, video or audio — whatever form suits you best!  The closing date is 1 September 2024.

First Round of Practicum Completed for KCOT Students

The last week in May saw the return of our second-year KCOT trainees from ‘prac’, which was the very first one, for most trainees. Practicum placement is the allocation of a teacher-in-training into a classroom to plan, prepare, and teach real content and skills to students under the supervision of a registered and experienced teacher. Our proud trainees returned with plenty of stories from a range of schools throughout South-East Queensland, from Tweed to Toowoomba and everywhere in between!

Trainees in our KCOT program are at a natural advantage. They have been in classrooms with King’s teachers from the first week of their first year of university. All second-year trainees reported feeling comfortable with staff and students in their ‘prac’ schools, thanks to their experience here at King’s. Our first-year trainees cannot wait to go on their first practicum. Teaching schools like KCOT are flipping the narrative on training, offering experience and cultural understanding that regular universities just cannot match.

We are pleased to have all of our trainees back from prac and look forward to them returning to our King's classrooms at every campus.

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Follow King's Christian College Pimpama on Instagram

Did you know that King's Pimpama has a dedicated Instagram account that showcases the many exciting aspects of our school life? We also have pages for our art and sports departments and our central College page: @kings_christian_college. We'd love you to follow us to support our students and see what's happening behind the scenes at King's Pimpama  @kings_pimpama