King's are thrilled to share some exhilarating news with our College community. Our Rugby 7s Girls team competed in the prestigious SANIX World Youth Rugby Championships in Japan last week and emerged as the undeniable champions of the international tournament. On behalf of our College community, we congratulate this incredible team.
| Leilani Ahsam Aasha Elliott Saedy Goble-Lote Amahli Hala Kaydence Hohaia Katene Sovika Pousini | Charlize Ratu
Evie Sampson Bailee Anne Tewake Gase Tupuola-Palale Ava Wereta |
Over the course of two action-packed days, these girls showcased their exceptional skill and determination, facing off against some of the most formidable youth rugby teams from around the globe. With their sheer tenacity and unwavering focus, they left no doubt about their status as true champions. From the very first whistle, our girls dominated the pool rounds, leaving spectators in awe as they racked up points against each of their opponents. However, it was the semi-final game that truly tested the skill of our team. Locked in a gripping battle against a worthy opponent, both sides pushed themselves to the limits in pursuit of victory. In the face of immense pressure, our girls remained resolute, emerging triumphant and securing their spot in the championship game against the New Zealand team from Manukura School.
The selection of our team as the Australian representative for the SANIX World Youth Rugby Championships is a well-deserved honour, acknowledging their exceptional performances in recent years. Their unwavering commitment to the sport have culminated in this outstanding achievement that speaks volumes about their talent and hard work, and serves as an inspiration to aspiring young athletes within our community. We also extend our thanks to the coaching staff, parents, and supporters who have been undoubtedly played a significant role in the team's success.
Once again, congratulations to our extraordinary team - we are excited to witness your continued success in future sporting endeavours.
Year 12 STEM Ambassadors - Lachlan Chang, Ern Wong, Noah Law, Christin Lin, Cynthia Lin, Cern Wong and Hayate Takahashi planned and ran a fun social event for high schoolers with a shared love of learning. Our first-ever student-run STEM quiz night was a resounding success, full of enthusiasm, fun and a healthy sense of competition!
High School students from all year levels signed up to compete for quiz rounds relating to Science, Technology and Mathematics, followed by an engineering challenge to build the tallest spaghetti tower. Congratulations to our knowledgeable winners, who received gift vouchers for Robina Town Centre from the Science Department, with runners-up sharing boxes of lollies.
Luka Hart, Micah Young, Woo Joon Ki and Simon Grove (pictured - photo 1)
Jaydn Verreynne, Brent Campbell, Simon Marais, Caleb Choga and Logan Howe (pictured - photo 2)
The Science Department would like to congratulate and thank our honorary department members - the Year 12 STEM ambassadors - for their service as positive academic role models and their willingness to create a fantastic experience for their fellow students.
On Tuesday and Wednesday of Week 3, our High School teachers eagerly participated in Parent Teacher Conferences. Teachers enjoy these evenings as it gives them a chance to discuss students’ learning progress and also learn a little more about their students' family, co-curricular interests, goals and life outside of school. It is very important to set time aside to chat with teachers about your child’s strengths and areas for improvement. We hope that these conferences gave you a better understanding of your child’s recent academic performance and that you found the experience to be informative, productive and worthwhile.
If you were not able to secure an interview with a specific teacher or were unable to book during the two designated evenings, there is another opportunity to meet early in Term 3. Teachers are also available for contact over email. Your feedback is always valuable and helps us to tailor our teaching approach to meet the needs of each student. It would be very helpful if you would complete the Parent Teacher Conferences survey on Compass.
Complete Parent Teacher Conference SURVEYTerm 2 Goal Setting
Now that Term 2 is well underway and some assessment marks have been released in each subject area, it is a perfect time for your child and/or your family to set goals for each subject. While some students might be aiming for an A, others might be aiming to increase from a B- to a B or aiming to increase the Learning Habit of Seeks and Acts on Feedback.
We would also encourage you to consult your child’s Assessment Schedule regularly so that you can gauge the level of time your child should be spending on their assessment items. It might be handy to keep the schedule in a prominent place in your child’s room or on the fridge, so on those evenings where there is no set homework, students can be working towards the completion of assessments. Assessment schedules are available via the Compass app following these steps:
Finally, it is very important that your child attends school each day as consistent attendance is always linked with academic attainment. Lessons and Compass materials are designed sequentially, so missing one lesson can make it difficult for the student and the class to make progress. If your child is sick and has to be off school, the expectation is that they catch up on the classwork and homework set by their teachers, as falling behind can knock on the next section of work. This information is posted onto their subject Compass pages.
Your involvement in your child’s education is crucial to their success. We look forward to continuing to work together to help your child reach their full potential.
Year 10 Psychology students have been busy participating in the Australian Brain Bee Challenge - a quiz competition all about the human brain, facilitated by the online learning platform 'Education Perfect.' In order to prepare for the competition, Year 10 students from around Australia have been studying the human brain and how it works. The two top students from each school may be selected to participate in the next round of the competition, provided they fall within the top 20% of entrants nationally. Congratulations to King's students, Em Peardon and Jess Turbill, who have been selected to advance to Round Two of this exciting competition. We look forward to seeing them represent our College as the Challenge progresses.
Year 9 Digital Technologies classes were tasked with designing an eBike station in Minecraft that incorporates sustainable elements. The station was required to be functional, aesthetically pleasing, and designed to encourage the use of eBikes as a sustainable mode of transportation. Congratulations to Year 9 students, Esther Hawkey, Cameron Broadrick and Abbey Muston for their winning design.
A number of King’s outstanding athletes showcased their exceptional athletic abilities at the National Athletics Competition held at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC) in mid-April. Our athletes competed against the country's finest, leaving a lasting impression with their remarkable achievements, with particular mentions to Nylah Goble-Lote for collecting two Gold medals for Hammer and Shot Put, Alyssa McDonald – Silver in 200m hurdles, Charlee Vincent – Silver - in the 100m and Gold in the 4x100m, and Joseph Lethlean – Silver in the 2000m Steeple event.
The student's participation in the prestigious event followed their successful qualification through the State Club championships, where they displayed outstanding skills and determination. Our athletes' stellar performances in the regional qualifiers paved the way for their participation in the highly- anticipated national event.
As the National Athletics Competition concluded, the focus is now shifting towards the upcoming School Athletics season, later this term. With their impressive accomplishments at the national level, our athletes are expected to carry their momentum forward into their next competitions. Together we celebrate the accomplishments of all of our athletes and eagerly await an exciting School Athletics season ahead.
King's recent futsal success has been nothing short of outstanding at the South QLD Futsal Championship Qualifier round. With two teams, the Junior boys and Senior girls, crowned tournament champions, and the Junior Girls and Senior Boys finishing as runners-up, it is clear that King's dedication to futsal is paying off. The success did not stop there, as King's also entered teams into the AFA tournaments, with strong results. This is a testament to the hard work and commitment of the players, coaches, and support staff, who have all played their part in achieving such impressive results.
The South QLD Futsal Championships were held in Week 1 and King's nominated a Junior girls and boys and Senior Girls and Boys team to compete against the best Futsal Schools in South QLD. Our King's teams represented us with excellence and qualified through to the QLD Futsal Championships at the end of this Term with all teams making the Grand Final.
Tournament Results
AFA Round 1 GC Champs
The Australian Futsal Association held its regional rounds this week and King's achieved the following results:
Primary AFA (Term 1)
The Brisbane Metro Futsal Champs were held in Term 1 and King's nominated the following teams who also did an outstanding job and achived the following placings the below results.
Year 10 KTTC students Jack Lucas and Cayden Carrick put their tradesman and service skills to the test by tilling the splashback in the new KTTC staff kitchen. The boys were responsible for all aspects of the install, from measuring and marking, mixing glue, laying the tiles and checking levels, grouting, caulking and the final clean. KTTC staff were very impressed by their handiwork and appreciative of the fresh new look. Well done and thanks Jack and Cayden!
A new version of King’s Compass app is now available. Please install this app update to ensure you have access to these important changes.
LOGGING INTO THE UPDATED APP
You will need to re-login to the updated app using your King's email address with the format firstname.surname@kingscollege.qld.edu.au and the default password emailed to you by our IT department in September 2022 (search your emails for 'Compass Username and Password'). If your child has started at King's since September, please refer to the welcome email from IT which provides your password. If you still have trouble finding the password, please email itsupport@kingscollege.qld.edu.au and they will send it to you ASAP.
The updated app includes enhanced notification options for student absences.
Our College expects all students to attend every lesson, every day. We believe all facets of the school day contribute to the growth and development of each student. Learning is a sequential process, and absence from school often means that students miss important stages in the development of understanding. Promoting student engagement at school is the responsibility of all community members, and our College Attendance Policy outlines the roles and responsibilities of students, parents, teachers and the College.
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King's Careers Department is excited to be hosting the largest Careers Fair of its kind on Wednesday, 24 May, in the Auditorium. We invite students in Years 9 - 12, and their parents, to attend our inaugural King's Career Festival from 5.30pm -7.30pm. The event will include guest exhibitors from tertiary providers across the Gold Coast as well as helpful Subject Selection information sessions to assist students in selecting their 2024 subjects. Scan the QR code or click the flyer to register.
Entry is free but you students are encouraged to purchase a $20 wristband for unlimited access to our Carnival activities including:
...And more!
PURCHASE A CARNIVAL DAY WRISTBANDWe are still asking for support for our Carnival Day Cake Stall this year, and appreciate our families supplying home-baked items for this popular stall. A variety of cakes, cupcakes, slices, muffins, flans, doughnuts and cookies are always much-loved options and sell quickly on the day. All funds raised will go towards our LIFE program, which helps charities in need. All items can be dropped to the Cake Stall on the morning of Carnival Day or just before the event. Please deliver to the stall in the Breezeway (opposite Main Library).
CAKE STALL FORMCar parking is always at a premium on Carnival Day. The following are some alternate options to our main car parks:
There are a number of traineeships available and these vacancies are listed on King's Careers site. These change on a weekly basis as new positions become available. Students are encouraged to source their own traineeship employer if there is nothing on the list that appeals to them.
CURRENT TRAINEESHIPSStudents in Years 10 and 11 can apply for external study options to enhance their career options. Students need to ensure they have good time management skills to cope with the workload.
The 'Where to Next' Hub is available on CareersEvent.com, and provides an informative Careers Hub for senior students and their parents. Visit the hub for access to tertiary webinars, upcoming events and the latest news on careers and courses.
For a full list of events or to register for the King's Careers Newsletter, visit King’s College Careers.
View QLD Careers Calendar Tips for Career Planning with your Child Career Conversations with your Child Career Tools Newsletter Pathways to Nursing Pathways to Entrepreneurship 10 Tips to Study SmarterDid you know that King's Reedy Creek 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 Reedy Creek @Kings_reedycreek
