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Faith Lutheran College - Faith Middle & Senior Campus

130 Magnolia Road, Tanunda, SA 5352 Phone 08 8561 4200 faith.sa.edu.au

6th February 2020

VOLUME 36 - ISSUE 1

WELCOMESteven Wilksch - Principal Faith College

Welcome to the 2020 College year. I wish to extend a particularly warm welcome to our new families and staff. Last week at our Opening service I spoke on behalf of all staff expressing how thankful we are that everyone in our community has returned safely to the new College year, particularly given the devastation of fires and floods that have impacted many people across our nation. Closer to home, we have been thinking and praying for those College families who live in fire affected regions such as Mt Torrens, Woodside, Charleston and Cuddle Creek just to name a few. We also celebrated the achievements of all of our 2019 DUX recipients in particular Year 12 DUX student Nicole Poulton. During our opening worship, I shared a story about a remarkable woman called Veronica, who grew up in Liberia, Africa, as one of 8 children who was cared for by her single mum. Through experiencing poverty, violence and war, many people may have thought the odds were against her. However, Veronica’s resilience and determination has led her to the present day where she lives in Canberra. Veronica was recently awarded a Doctorate after completing her PHD on ‘Violence against indigenous women and the role of the law’. So as we focus our minds and hearts on the year ahead, when things get tough, I encourage you to look at the other side of the coin recognising we are amongst the most privileged people in the world. Year 12 Dux Nicole Poulton with Principal Steven Wilksch

I wonder what our Faith community could potentially achieve if each of us deliberately and intentionally practised the habit of looking for things to be thankful for. So my challenge to myself and our community this year is to encourage each other to consciously think about expressing gratitude.

May this year bring many blessings to you and your families through your involvement with Faith.

Faith Lutheran College - Faith Middle & Senior Campus THE VINEYARD, Issue 1 - 6 February 2020

CLASS OF 2019 RESULTSThe 2019 Year 12 students have continued the College’s tradition of achieving outstanding academic results.

AS A SNAP SHOT…• 100% of eligible students achieved their South

Australian Certificate of Education (SACE)• 13 students achieved an ATAR over 95 (12.5%*)• 25 students achieved an ATAR over 90 (24%*)• 50 students achieved an ATAR over 80 (48%*)• 29.5% of results A- and above • 99.6% of all subject scores were either A, B or C• 2 students were awarded meritsParticular congratulations are extended to the 2019 Dux, Nicole Poulton who achieved an ATAR of 99.55, placing her as one of the highest performing students in South Australia. The College further congratulates Tyla Jones who achieved an ATAR of 98.45, and Ellie Schaefer who achieved an ATAR of 97.75.

TOP 10 FAITH ATAR SCORES• Nicole Poulton – 99.55• Tyla Jones – 98.45• Ellie Schaefer – 97.75• Joseph Brown – 97.65• Benjamin Cornish – 96.8• Sarah Herrmann – 96.6• Benjamin Osborne – 96.35• Kate Molineux – 96.15• Abbey Sabeeney – 95.55• Hannah Clarke – 95.5

VET RESULTSIt is also pleasing to note that 31 students completed Certificate III qualifications in Vocational Education & Training as part of their senior secondary studies at Faith Lutheran College and have had their VET results recognised as Stage 2 ATAR accredited subjects.• Certificate III in Agriculture• Certificate III in Christian Ministry• Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care• Certificate III in Fitness• Certificate III in Make Up

YEAR LEVEL DUX 2019

Year 7 Dux Jade Triplett and Jed Laycock

Year 8 Dux Layla Grosser and Jack Fechner

Year 9 Dux Ella Habermann and Jake Noble

Year 10 Dux Caleb Schwartz and Jordi Wilksch

Year 11 Dux Nicholas Crockett and Lucy Blenkiron

YEAR LEVEL DUX 2019


College Board Chair: Sally Teague (pictured left)College Board Deputy Chair: Amanda Schiller (right) New members: Craig Fielke - Principal Cornerstone College, Tracy Collins.Continuing members: Drew Roberts, Tamara Zilm, David Keil, Tracey Low, Paul Brown.

‘I take this opportunity to recognise Paul Brown and Tracey Low. Over the last 9 years, Paul and Tracey have served on the College Board. Throughout this period Paul served as Chair at Tanunda Lutheran School and then Faith. Tracey served as Vice-Chair also at Tanunda Lutheran School and Faith. As Paul and Tracey conclude their service in leadership positions, they do remain on the Board to assist in the transition process as we welcome new leaders. I wish to acknowledge and congratulate Sally Teague on her appointment as College Chair and Amanda Schiller as our new Vice. We give thanks for Paul and Tracey’s service and welcome Sally and Amanda to their new roles.’ Steve Wilksch

INTRODUCING COLLEGE BOARD MEMBERS FOR 2020

The College welcomes the following new staff to Faith.

Wellbeing Director Jamie CameronLanguages Teacher Courtney McClymont Music Assistant Sarah McDonald Executive Team Assistant Vikki Neldner Vet / Pathways Assistant Karyn Theil Chaplain Josh Hein

‘My name is Josh Hein and I started as Faith College Chaplain towards the end of last year. I have a passion for helping students develop holistically; not only as learners but as the best versions of themselves and I am eager to know each student and support them through their journey at Faith. I previously served at Unity College where I held a variety of roles including Year 11 and 12 Coordinator and HPE Coordinator. I have moved to the Barossa with my wife Bethany, a Faith old scholar, and our children Quinn and Noah. I have greatly appreciated the warm welcome to the Faith community and look forward to serving as best I can. I also pray I can share the good news of the Gospel such that students hear of God’s love for them and understand that his family is a special place for all.’

WELCOME TO NEW STAFF

The 2019 SACE Merit Award Ceremony was held at Government House recognising Tyla Jones for her merit award for Physics and Benjamin Roennfeldt for his merit award in Modern History.

2019 SACE MERIT AWARDS

Back: Josh Hein, Jamie Cameron Front: Courtney McClymont, Sarah McDonald and Vikki Neldner. Absent Karyn Theil

The staff of Faith College congratulate all students on their achievements during

2019 and recognise the dedication and commitment shown by students to perform at such an exceptionally high standard. The

College pays tribute to the dedication of teachers and the support of families which was a significant contributing factor in the

final results.


FAITH SWIMMING CARNIVALThe 2020

DROUGHT AND RURAL SUPPORT

The Australian Government has released a drought response, resilience and preparedness plan.The plan is focused on 3 themes• Immediate action for those in drought.• Support for the wider communities affected

by drought.• Long-term resilience and preparedness.Read the detail in the Australian Government’s Drought Response, Resilience and Preparedness Plan.Your local government plays an important role in drought relief. We share responsibilities and work together to help you.Find more support in your state or territory: South Australia. General Inquiries Phone 1800 900 090

AQUATICS DAY PARENT MARQUEE

Purchase a beverage poolside from the Barossa Bean Bar Pop up cafe and cheer on your child from the comfort of the Parent Marquee.

Championship Events Freestyle, Breaststroke, Backstroke and Butterfly will run from 9.00am to 11.15am

Village Care Group Novelty Events will run from 11.30am to 1.30pm

Dismissal will be at 3.15pm from Faith Parents and Caregivers are most welcome to come along at any time during the day to join the Faith community. BYO chairs.

will take place on FRIDAY 7TH FEBRUARY at the NURIOOTPA SWIMMING POOL.


On the 30 November, nine students and two staff flew to Germany for two weeks on the biennial Germany Trip. We were met at Hamburg airport by host families from our sister school, Charlotte Paulsen Gymnasium. During the following week, new friendships were formed as we experienced the daily life of German students and families. We also visited a number of cultural and historical sites. A highlight for many was the day trip to Lübeck. From Hamburg, we moved on to Berlin where we stayed together in a hostel, which was a very different experience to being in our host families. We visited many historical places and averaged 13km of walking each day! The students grew in confidence using public transport, navigating and keeping track of their spending, but the relationships and experiences we shared as a group are our definite shared highlights.‘My highlight was my host family, my host sister and I got along so well and my host parents were the sweetest people. We cried a lot on the last morning when we said goodbye.’ Ella Varpenius‘The churches were all so beautiful and it was interesting to read about the history, particularly at the St Nikolai Church, learning about Hamburg during World War II and the air raids. We don’t normally think about history from other people’s experience.’ Nicole Tilley‘My highlight in Hamburg was climbing the Michel (church). Getting used to the cold climate was interesting and using the trains was fun. In Berlin, my highlight was visiting the East Side Gallery.’ Oliver Fogarty‘My personal highlight has been learning about the Berlin Wall and life in East Berlin. I knew a bit about the Wall before but not about life there. Also meeting and talking with other people on the trip who I didn’t know before at school.’ Sydney Pick‘I enjoyed every second of it! I loved seeing all of the historical elements through the churches, town halls, museums and the different markets. I have some amazing memories.’ Annabelle Pinchbeck

GERMAN STUDY TOUR


PRINCIPAL’S AWARDS SEMESTER 2 - 2019These awards are given to recognise students who have demonstrated an outstanding level of Academic Achievement and/or Learning Practices during Semester 2 2019.

Year 7

Milly Schwartz Bethany Aaliyah Semmler Jacob's Creek Chloe Seabrook NeukirchOlivia Heinrich Gnadenberg Brody Wilton Krondorf Madison McKee RosenthalDoris Radocaj Gnadenfrei Carenza Finch Langmeil Courtney Duggan StockwellPoppy Hewett Greenock Mia Tonkin Light Pass Izzy Southwell StockwellEllie Semmler Greenock Jade Triplett Light Pass Leila March Vine ValeClara Slade Gruenberg Jed Laycock NeukirchYear 8

Gemma Lange Ebenezer Lydia Schwartz Gruenberg Vanessa Trinkle PenriceZara O’Loughlin Ebenezer Charlotte

AshmeadHoffnungsthal Sophie Braunack Rosenthal

Henrietta Bertie-Willoughby

Gomersal Lily Holmes Jacob’s Creek Simeon Lambert Siegersdorf

Jessica Lowe Greenock Jemima Lloyd Langmeil Caitlin White St. KittsJett Assender Gruenberg Bailey Schwarz Langmeil Tanner Daniel StockwellWilliam Lindner Gruenberg Jack Pietsch Neukirch Jack Fechner StockwellDusty Schulz Gruenberg Ruby Murray Penrice Layla Grosser Vine ValeYear 9

Katherine Ahearn Bethany Arabella Alsop Jacob's Creek Abby Yeend NeukirchViene Gladigau Gnadenberg Rebecca Kruger Jacob's Creek Ella Habermann SiegersdorfEleanor Heinrich Gnadenberg Denver Marschall Jacob's Creek Syd Pick St. KittsCampbell Noack Gnadenfrei Imogen Swanson Jacob's Creek Jake Noble StockwellAlice Cook Gomersal Frances Herrmann Light Pass Matilda Osborne Vine ValeJaide Ottawa Gomersal Heidi Kruse Light Pass Bethany Rosenboom Vine ValeShelbi-Lee Sutcliffe Hoffnungsthal

Year 10

Tabrett Roocke Bethany Caleb Schwartz Gruenberg Lauren Cornish Light PassRuby Hurst Ebenezer Stella Holt Hoffnungsthal Leah Morgan NeukirchAlana Liebelt Gnadenberg Jordi Wilksch Hoffnungsthal Emma Ames North RhineRebekah Stutley Gnadenberg Rebecca Ide Jacob's Creek Brianna Beckmann St. KittsBethany Hayes Gnadenfrei Maegan Pfitzner Jacob's Creek Cassie Fechner St. KittsAnnabelle MacClelland

Greenock Mikaela Somers Jacob's Creek Madeline Fechner Stockwell

Tania Kalleske Gruenberg Abby Hayes Krondorf Sophie Hanna Vine Vale

Year 11

Harry Robinson Ebenezer Isabel Nietschke Gomersal Nikki Grosser Light PassStephanie Weigand Ebenezer Kasey Knowles Gruenberg Nalieka Hassold Light Pass

Jemma Linke Gnadenberg Ariana Chamberlain

Hoffnungsthal Sarah Morris Neukirch

Lucy Blenkiron Gnadenfrei Aimee Heinrich-Saegenschnitter

Hoffnungsthal Dana Kalleske Rosenthal

Oscar Seppelt Gnadenfrei Ebony Wilton Krondorf Ruby Schutz Vine ValeNicholas Crockett Gomersal


THE UNIFORM SHOP

PHONE 8561 4216Event listings and online bookings

barossaarts.com.au

Barossa Arts CentreFaith Lutheran College

130 Magnolia Road, Tanunda

Phone 8561 4299

Coming Events

Elton John Tribute ShowSaturday 8 February 7.30pm

Mirusia - A Salute to The Seekers & The ClassicsSunday 15 March 2.00pm

UNIFORM OPENING HOURSMonday, Wednesday & Friday 8.30am to 4pm – Closed 10-10.20pm for Recess & 12.-12.30pm for Lunch (approx.)Any enquiries outside of these hours can be made by emailing [email protected] or leaving a voicemail message on 8561 4216. These will be replied to upon our return.

SECOND HAND UNIFORM SALESWe are taking the old Green Style uniforms to donate to Charity (Mission or Rotary) they can be dropped of to the Uniform Shop during our opening hours. If you currently have any Old Green Style on consignment please either collect them or advise to donate to charity. If they remain uncollected at the end of Term 4 2020 they will be donated to the relevant Charity.

CONSIGNMENT ITEMS FOR CURRENT UNIFORM RANGEThank you to families who have dropped off items for Consignment sales. Please note any items that are torn, dirty or well-worn will go to Rotary for rags as we are unable to sell these.

NEW BLUE/GREEN SPORTS UNIFORM CHANGEOVERAll year levels will need to be in the New Sports Uniform from day 1 Term 1 2021. We will be advising in Vineyard the arrival of stock (approx. Mid-year) to transition your child to the new uniform. At that time we will be taking appointments if necessary for fitting or we can book you in the end of year bookings when they open in late October. We strongly suggest making a booking when available so we can allocate appropriate time to you & your child.


DATES TO REMEMBER

FEBRUARY07 Aquatics Day

10 Year 8 BBQ Meet and Greet

13 Year 9 Rite Journey Calling & Departure overnight

13 Japan Trip Parent information night

20 Year 12 Parent information evening

26 Ash Wednesday Chapel

2020 TERM DATES FOR STUDENTSTerm 1: Tues 28 January to Thurs 9 April

Term 2: Mon 27 April to Thurs 25 June

Term 3: Mon 20 July to Thur 25 September

Term 4: Mon 12 Oct to Wed 2 December

2020 DIARY DATESApril 10 Good Friday

29 June – 3 July YEAR 12 EXAMS

SCHOOL IMMUNISATION PROGRAM INFORMATION For parents looking for information regarding the student immunisation program please visit the following links.Year 10 students Meningococcal ACWY information https://youtu.be/mXpZNHuU8MI (playing time approx. 6 min)

Years 8 and 10 student information https://www.health.gov.au/resources/collections/vaccination-videos-for-high-school-students

IMPORTANT HEALTH INFORMATION REGARDING CORONAVIRUSLast week all families received an email regarding the Novel Coronavirus.In addition, the latest information is available on the Australian Government Department of Health website https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncovWe will keep you updated as further information becomes available.

IMPORTANT GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT COLLECTIONParents/caregivers are reminded students who leave the College during the day must be met by parents/caregivers for collection at the Student Services office.Students will be signed out upon collection. Students are not permitted to wait at the front of the College and advance notice of collection is appreciated.Phone 8561 4222 or email [email protected]

STUDENT DROP OFF AND PICK UP AREAS Parents and caregivers are reminded there are only two designated drop off and collection points for students being transported to or from the College via private car.Designated Drop off & pick up Area 1 College side of Magnolia Road For your child’s safety please do not park on the Vineyard side of Magnolia Road when dropping off or collecting your child. We have had several drivers report ‘near misses’, when students cross the road to or from the College Campus. Student visibility is significantly reduced due to the high number of vehicles entering and exiting the school zone. Designated Drop off & pick up Area 2 As pictured near the uniform shop opposite the Wine Education Centre. Drive past the western oval and Barossa Arts Centre, follow the signage and use the left lane to collect or drop your child safely in the designated area.Please note: There is no parking or drop off in the delivery zone adjacent the rear of the canteen. This area is strictly for delivery vehicles only.

https://www.health.gov.au/resources/collections/vaccination-videos-for-high-school-students



https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov

https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov

mailto:studentservices%40faith.sa.edu.au?subject=Enquiry%20re%20Student%20Collection


[email protected]: 8561 4200www.faith.sa.edu.au/events/open-morning

At Faith Lutheran College we welcome students at all stages of their learning journey. Registrations for Open Day are essential:


You’re Invited to … Come along and join in the fun at Gawler Girl Guides!

FREE COME AND TRY for 3 nights during 2020

(girls aged 5—18)

Want to know more call

Win 0428 231 976 or Sue 0402 394 360

(annual fees are less than $5 per week)

Do some cool stuff like

* Make new friends

* Outdoor activities

* Crafts

* Learn some really useful skills



(girls aged 5—18)


Win 0428 231 976 or Sue 0402 394 360



* Make new friends


* Crafts




(girls aged 5—18)


Win 0428 231 976 or Sue 0402 394 360



* Make new friends


* Crafts




(girls aged 5—18)


Win 0428 231 976 or Sue 0402 394 360



* Make new friends


* Crafts


COMMUNITY NOTICES


COMMUNITY NOTICES


LAST CHANCE GIRLS!

ALL GIRLS WISHING TO PLAY IN U13, U15 OR U17 GIRLS SOCCER TEAMS IN 2020 MUST REGISTER IMMEDIATELY OR ATTEND FIRST TRAINING SESSION ON WEDNESDAY 5 FEBRUARY 2020, 5 TO 6PM.

FOR MORE INFORMATION contact George Triandafyllidis (M) 0411 053 151, (E) [email protected].

TO REGISTER go to barossaunited.com.au.

U13, U15, U17

SEASON

REGISTER NOW

Barossa United Junior Soccer Club is now taking registrations for boys and girls, aged 5-17 years and of all abilities.

Either register online at barossaunited.com.au, or at an information and all-ages come-&-try session to be heldThurs 13 Feb, 5-6pmBarossa United Grounds, Penrice Road, Nuriootpa. Enter between the Nuriootpa High School Oval and the Nuriootpa Tourist Park.

For more information call Lisa Ognjanovic Mobile 0410 917 824.

COMMUNITY NOTICES


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Contact Stacey Hall your local Saver Plus CoordinatorPhone 0417 048 689

Email [email protected] www.saverplus.org.au

To join Saver Plus you must meet all of the below criteria:• have a Centrelink Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card• be at least 18 years old• have some regular income from work (you or your partner)• have a child at school or attend vocational education yourself.

Join Saver Plus and we’ll match your savings, dollar for dollar, up to $500 for education costs.

$500 to help with education costs for you or your children

laptops & tablets

vocational education

uniforms & shoes

lessons & activities

Saver Plus is an initiative of Brotherhood of St Laurence and ANZ, delivered in partnership with Berry Street, The Benevolent Society and The Smith Family and other local community agencies. The Program is funded by ANZ and the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Go to www.dss.gov.au for more information.

COMMUNITY NOTICES


To reserve your table of 10, please message Hayley on 0407 790 631

**Tickets must be purchased prior to reserving your table**

COMMUNITY NOTICES

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