From the Head of College
From the Head of College
Dear Parents and Caregivers
Semester 1 has seen students from across our College participate in an extraordinary number of learning experiences as well as curricular and extra-curricular activities, through which they have demonstrated outstanding levels of engagement, creativity and resilience – well done. The past semester has been a great testimony of our Vision StatementInspiring Lifelong Learners, Critical Thinkers and Caring Citizens in a Christian Environment.This is not possible without your support of the College and strong partnership with the school staff.
I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the students, every family and our staff members for your ongoing support of the Leadership Team as we continue to implement and fine tune our Strategic Plan –Towards 2026. Our school community continues to show great energy for learning and care for each other, with school pride regularly celebrated in a range of authentic contexts.
Semester 2 will see staff continue to be involved in various improvement planning processes for Concordia that focus on the needs of individual learners, and I encourage all parents and families to continue to work with us as key partners in the education of our students. We look forward to announcing and sharing a number of these wonderful initiatives with you as we begin to plan and prepare for the 2025 school year – yes, I did say 2025!
From the College Pastor
From the College Pastor
Walk My Way Ukraine
Term 2 has been very busy with many special events in sports, the arts, and academic demands. The weather has turned wintry, and that led to the spread of illness across our college. I am aware that many of us are ready for a break and a time for refreshment and rest. The biblical concept of the Sabbath – regular time to rest and be renewed by our loving God – comes to mind. Sabbath reminds us that not all depend on us, the world keeps going even if we stop for a moment, and that our gracious God knows that we are not machines but need regular times for rest, as well as opportunities to reflect on God’s goodness and care for us in every day, which we so easily overlook or take for granted. The Sabbath is that opportunity to stop, rest, and reflect.
Community News
From the Director of Pastoral Care and Wellbeing
As we draw to a close at the end of the first semester of the 2024 school year, we reflect upon the achievements and successes of our students. The past week at Concordia Lutheran College, students were acknowledged for their ongoing commitment and hard work through the Lionheart Awards. These awards acknowledge those students who have consistently applied themselves to their studies and upheld the values and ethos of the college to a high standard. During the presentation, our community was able to celebrate their achievement and the level of effort sustained throughout the course of the past six months. It was pleasing to see so many of our students receiving their awards proudly in the presence of their peers and families. Their dedication and hard work demonstrate the true spirit of the Lionheart Awards.
From the Director of Marketing and Enrolments
In Term 2, Concordia Lutheran College has well and truly immersed its students in the theme of "Achieving the Possibilities," with students participating in so many activities and competitions it’s hard to keep up!
Our students showcased their artistic and musical prowess at the Toowoomba Eisteddfod, with fabulous performances in various categories. Additionally, the college participated in the National Simultaneous Storytime, just one way of igniting a passion for reading among our younger students. National Boarding Week was a highlight, celebrating the vibrant life and community of our boarding students.
Toastmasters - Graduation
On Thursday, 6 June, a group of Junior Campus students from years 5 and 6 delivered their final speeches to their peers, parents, and teachers. It was impressive to witness the significant improvement in their social speaking abilities and self-assurance. Congratulations to each of you on completing your Toastmasters Course.
Ensembles Extravaganza
The Music Ensembles Extravaganza is scheduled for Monday, August 5th, starting at 6:30 PM in the SSC Gym, with doors opening at 6:15 PM. Experience a memorable night of instrumental music featuring our Big Band, Concert Band, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Drumline, and Flute Ensemble, culminating in a performance by our MEGABAND! It's an event not to be missed.
CLC Choral Showcase
Concordia's vocal prowess will shine at the forthcoming Choral Showcase. Featuring choirs from both the Junior and Senior Campuses, the event promises to be a splendid affair. Experience the melodious harmonies of our JC Junior Choir (Years 3-4), JC Senior Choir (Years 5-6), SSC Choir, and SSC Con Voce. The highlight of the evening will be a grand finale with all students joining forces in the Combined Choir (Years 3-12). An evening that promises to be unforgettable!
Register Your Business on our Directory
Concordia Lutheran College has established a directory of family businesses within the Concordia community, providing them with a chance to promote their companies within our College community. We encourage you to utilise this resource and support each other in business endeavours within the local area.
Click on the button below to register.
2025 - Term Dates
Please see the image below for the 2025 Term Dates.
Project Based Learning at Concordia
Junior College
From the Junior College Directors of Campus
Sing Out!
The JC Senior Choir, consisting of Year 5 and 6 students, took part in the Sing Out event on Wednesday, 5th June. The festival, spanning three days from Tuesday to Thursday, saw around 500 students from 12 different schools participate on Wednesday. Our students convened at the Empire Theatre for mass choir workshops conducted by guest conductor Jenny Moon. The day was marked by a highly positive and supportive environment, brimming with fun, laughter, and joy. Our students participated with great enthusiasm and high spirits. Additionally, our choir performed individually and received an overwhelmingly positive and encouraging response. The event concluded with an evening concert showcasing solo performances from each school and three joint pieces by the mass choir.
JC Band Tour
JC Band (after school)
One day only performance!
15 July
8.30am HSC
2.00pm WSC
JC Reception Opening Hours
Reception on the Junior College campuses will close this afternoon Friday 14 June at 3.30pm. They will reopen on Monday 8 July at 7.45am. For any enquiries during this time, please contact the SSC Reception on 07 4688 2700 (opt 1).
JC 2024 Track and Field Carnival - Award Winners
All students must be commended for their enthusiasm and resilience alongside some great sportsmanship at our 2024 Track and Field Carnival. This was evidenced by a number of records being broken in various events, and students recording their own PBs throughout the duration of the carnival. We were blessed with some lovely weather which certainly assisted in the running of the carnival and all events.
JC Year 3 Camp - Change of Venue
For the past 6 years, we have taken our Year 3’s to Koojarewon Lutheran Camp Grounds for their Year 3 camp. As their first camp, it has been perfect due to its location at Highfields being so close. Regrettably, we have been informed recently that they are closing this facility as from Monday 8 July. As a result, we have had to look for another alternative camp facility. Fortunately, we have been able to secure 22 and 23 August at Reflections Camp Cooby. We have also organised the following dates and events:
JC Uniforms
What are the strengths of having a school uniform...
- Enhances school identity and school spirit – creates a sense of pride and a sense of belonging.
- Promotes equality and reduces peer pressure.
- Simplifies the morning routine.
Outside School Hours Care
Hume Street Campus
HSC Weekly Events
Please click hereto view HSC's Events for Term 3 2024, Week 1.
HSC Tennis Coaching - Term 3, 2024
Tennis coaching will be available in Term 3, 2024. Please click below for the relevant information:
HSC Disco - Groovy Movies - Friday 26 July
Hume Street Campus Disco is coming up on Friday 26 July. Get out your dancing shoes! Details are on the flyer below.
Warwick Street Campus
WSC Weekly Events
Pleaseclick hereto view WSC's Events for Term 3, Week 1.
WSC Tennis Coaching - Term 3 2024
Tennis coaching will be available in Term 3, 2024. Please click below for the relevant information:
WSC Drama Speech & Drama Lessons - Term 3
Hi, my name is Andreas Elms and I love Drama!
I have been teachingdrama and workingwith young people in the creative arts for many years and I can't wait to start workingwith the Concordia students through drama games, improvising, vocal activities, poems, plays, skits and building confidence along the way.
Stephen Street Campus
From the Director of Stephen Street Campus
As Term 2 draws to a close, it's remarkable to reflect on the flurry of activities and achievements we have packed into such a short period. Despite its brevity, this term has been filled with outstanding accomplishments and memorable events.
One of the highlights has been our continued success at the QCIS, where we proudly took home the win at the Cross Country Carnival. This victory is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our students and coaches. As we celebrate this triumph, our focus now shifts to the upcoming Track and Field meet early next term. We look forward to another display of our students' athletic prowess, with Concordia continuing to leave its mark on the Toowoomba sporting scene.
Sport News
Boarding
Boarding News
Hello to all our Boarding families near and far.
Week 9 – Pack down and high clean. Everyone is busily cleaning and sorting their possessions in anticipation of returning home. When they are home, they are very much looking forward to hugs, home-cooked meals and reconnecting with family, brothers, sisters, aunties, uncles and treasured Grandparents. So true is the saying “Home is where the Heart is". It is lovely to see the excitement on the faces of your children as they go about the final few days of Term 2.
