Immanuel Lutheran College

04/11/2024

🏆 Brick by Brick: Our Lego Masters Champions Crowned!

Huge congratulations to our 2024 Secondary School Lego Masters winners - Year 7 students Olivia F., Eva F. and Jade C.! Their incredible creation for our 'A Step Back in Time' theme captured both our judges' and students' imaginations! 👏

A massive thank you to everyone who participated and voted. You've all helped make this year's Lego Masters competition truly unforgettable!

31/10/2024

🐾 Have You Met Our Pawsome New Team Member?

Say hello to Denver, the golden-est new addition to our Immanuel Early Learning Centre team! This adorable golden retriever puppy is already winning hearts with his waggy tail and gentle nature.

While he might be the fluffiest staff member we've ever had, Denver isn't just here for cuddles (though he's excellent at those! 🤗). He's embarking on some very special training as part of an exciting new program...

Want to know what this four-legged friend will be up to? Stay tuned - we can't wait to share more about Denver's important role in our ELC!

Spot him around campus? Feel free to say hello, but remember he's a puppy in training and to ask first! 🐕



P.S. We know what you're thinking - yes, his job interview was ruff, but his tail-ent was undeniable! 😉🦮

31/10/2024

🎬 Lights, Camera, Action at Immanuel!

Last week, our Year 10 and 11 students stepped into the spotlight for an incredible hands-on workshop with industry professionals from the Australian Performing Arts Conservatory.

From mastering acting techniques to understanding the intricacies of film production, our students got a real taste of what goes into creating movie magic. These practical workshops aren't just about learning lines - they're about building confidence, developing creative expression, and getting authentic industry insights from the experts themselves! 🎭

It's experiences like these that help our students explore potential career pathways while developing valuable skills in communication, collaboration, and creative thinking. Plus, who knows? We might just be nurturing the next generation of Australian screen talent! 🌟

Thank you to the fantastic team from Australian Performing Arts Conservatory for bringing their expertise and passion to our campus. What an inspiring way to learn!

30/10/2024

✍️ Outstanding Literary Success for Our Young Writers!

Congratulations to our talented writers who shone at Monday night's Telling Stories Writing Competition awards! The competition, which drew entries from across the Sunshine Coast, challenged young authors to explore the theme "I suddenly realised..."

🏆 We're absolutely delighted to announce:

- Olivia G. - Winner of the Year 10-12 category
- Emma M. - Winner of the Year 7-9 category AND Most Original Story Idea

What makes this even more special? Our students had their work judged by University of the Sunshine Coast's Creative Writing experts and received their medals from renowned author Dr Gary Crew, who has penned over 100 award-winning books for children and young adults! 📚

This prestigious competition, organised by Mooloolaba Rotary, UniSC Creative Writing Department, and our very own Beyond the Book initiative, with support from Firefly Education and Queensland Writers Centre, offers more than just recognition - our winners receive cash prizes, Queensland Writers Centre youth membership, and invitations to UniSC writing courses! 🌟

It's moments like these that remind us of the incredible creative talent within our College. To see our students excel in this Sunshine Coast-wide competition makes us incredibly proud!

Well done, Olivia and Emma - your words have left their mark! ✨

30/10/2024

🤝 Celebrating Immanuel's P&F Community: Welcome New Committee!

Leadership is about passing the torch with gratitude, and today we're doing just that! First, a heartfelt thank you to our previous P&F Committee for their outstanding dedication, countless volunteer hours, and the wonderful initiatives that have enriched our College community. Your legacy of service has made such a meaningful difference! ❤️

Now, we're delighted to introduce our incoming P&F Committee office bearers:
👋 Clare Bond - President
👋 Sarah Green - Vice President
👋 Marilyn Brayshaw - Treasurer
👋 Lindsay Kruck - Secretary

Our P&F plays such a vital role in creating the enthusiastic, connected community we all love at Immanuel. From organising fantastic events to supporting our College initiatives, they're the heartbeat of so many wonderful moments that make our school special.

Want to be part of this amazing community? The P&F always welcomes new members - it's a fantastic way to be part of your child's educational journey!

29/10/2024

🦗 Taking Safe Risks: Year 9 Retreat Gets Deliciously Daring!

Ever wonder what courage tastes like? Our Year 9s found out during yesterday's Rite Journey lesson, where "safe risks" were served up with a side of personal growth!

What was on our adventurous menu? Let's just say it wasn't your average school lunch! 😉

👨‍🍳 Mr Roach whipped up a feast that challenged our taste buds and comfort zones:

- Sweetbreads (not the bakery kind!)
- Lamb's brains (for those seeking brainy powers)
- Crispy crickets (hop to it!)
- Ant candy (sweet meets adventurous)
- Mealworm pupae (protein packed!)
- Liver (an old-school superfood)
- And some starter-level challenges like tofu and edamame

But here's what really made us :
✨ Students pushing past their "eww" to try their first "mmm!"
🌟 Some brave souls coming back for seconds (and thirds!)
💪 Understanding that growth happens outside our comfort zone

Why focus on "safe risks"? Because learning to challenge yourself in a supported environment builds:
✅ Confidence
✅ Resilience
✅ Open-mindedness
✅ Problem-solving skills

And hey, if you can tackle a cricket, presentation day will be a piece of cake!

Special thanks to Mr Roach for cooking up this unforgettable feast of courage!

P.S. No Year 9s were harmed in this culinary adventure - though some taste buds may never be the same! 😄

The Rite Journey with Andrew Lines

28/10/2024

🥞 Red shirts, warm pancakes and student leadership in action ❤️

What a fantastic turnout last Friday as our 2025 leadership team flipped up a storm for Day for Daniel! Nothing beat seeing our community come together, especially when it involved breakfast for an important cause.

To everyone who joined us bright and early - you helped make the morning extra special (and delicious)! And to our future leaders? You absolutely nailed it!

27/10/2024

Love soccer and building children’s confidence? Immanuel Football Club is looking for their 2025 committee and volunteers.

Many hands make for light work!!

We hope to see as many familiar and new faces at our Annual General Meeting to help ensure the success of the club next year.

If you want to help in any positions next year but can’t make it, please reach out to Sarah on [email protected] and let her know.

Thank you and Immanuel FC looks forward to seeing you TONIGHT!

27/10/2024

📚 Back to School 2025: Uniform Fitting Appointments Now Open! 🎒

Time to get sorted for 2025! Our College Shop is ready to help kit out your kids in their Immanuel gear, and booking your fitting is as easy as ABC!

⏰ Appointments are 30-minute time slots
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Need to fit multiple children? A 1.5-hour slot should do the trick for families with up to 4 kids!

Ready to book? Head to schoolinterviews.com.au and use these passwords:
November 2024 appointments: rmjg8
December 2024 appointments: s76hd
January 2025 appointments: u7gkz

(Remember - these are case sensitive!)

Pro tip: Getting in early means more time choices and ensures your kids are ready to rock for 2025! ✨

P.S. Don't forget to try on everything - we all know how fast these kids grow! 📏

26/10/2024

🏐 STATE CHAMPS! Immanuel Volleyball Serves Up Gold! 🥇

Our Year 8 volleyballers absolutely smashed it last weekend at the Volleyball Queensland Junior Schools Cup! Both teams headed down to the Gold Coast to take on the best of the best in Division 1, going head-to-head with schools from across the state.

And talk about hitting it out of the park... our Girls team brought home GOLD! 🏆 In an edge-of-your-seat final against Citipointe State College, our girls showed what Immanuel spirit is all about. Special shout out to Indigo H. who was named Most Valuable Player of the Grand Final - absolutely stellar performance!

Our Boys team showed fantastic determination in Division 1, facing some tough competition and finishing 12th overall. So proud of their fighting spirit! 💪

A massive thank you to our incredible coaches, Tim and Quinn, for their dedication and guidance. And to our amazing parents and supporters who made the trip down to cheer on our teams - you're the real MVPs! 🌟

26/10/2024

🎄 Save the Date: Immanuel Christmas Carols! 🎵

Get ready to deck the halls (well, actually our College Green!) for a magical evening of Christmas cheer under the stars! ✨

📅 When: Friday 22nd November
⏰ Time: 5pm - 7pm
📍 Where: College Green

Bring your picnic rugs, festive spirit, and singing voices for a delightful evening of carols hosted by Immanuel Lutheran College and our wonderful Friends of Music! 🎶

Feeling peckish? Our Cafe on the Green will be serving up a feast:
- Hot chips
- Pizza
- Wraps
- Sushi boxes
- Nachos
- Snacks

Plus, our fantastic Friends of Music team will have drinks, chips and chocolates available for purchase - perfect for those carol-singing energy levels! 🍫

Mark your calendars and join us for this beautiful community celebration. Nothing says Christmas quite like carols under a summer sky! 🌟



P.S. BYO Christmas spirit - we'll supply the magic! 🎅✨

24/10/2024

🍎 World Teachers' Day: Celebrating Our Immanuel Heroes! 🌟

Today, we're putting our amazing Immanuel teachers in the spotlight! From our Early Learning Centre to our Senior School, these everyday heroes are shaping the future, one lesson at a time.
Why are our teachers so special? Let us count the ways:

🍎They're master jugglers, balancing subjects, personalities, and the occasional impromptu life lesson
🍎They're champions of curiosity, turning "Why?" into "Wow!"
🍎They're confidence builders, helping students discover their hidden talents
🍎They're part-time mind readers, knowing when a student needs an extra push or a gentle word

But here's the real magic: our teachers don't just educate - they inspire. They're planting seeds of knowledge that will grow long after the school bell rings. 🌱📚

To our wonderful Immanuel teachers:
- Your passion lights up our classrooms.
- Your patience moves mountains.
- Your creativity makes learning an adventure.
- Your impact? Absolutely immeasurable.

From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU for:
✏️The early mornings and late nights
✏️The endless marking and lesson planning
✏️The words of encouragement and the tough love
✏️The laughter, the learning, and everything in between

To our Immanuel family: Got a favourite teacher memory? Share it in the comments! Let's flood this post with gratitude and funny stories. After all, our teachers deserve their own standing ovation! 👏



P.S. Teachers, your impact goes far beyond the classroom walls. You're not just teaching subjects - you're teaching life. And for that, we're eternally grateful! 💖🎓

24/10/2024

🎄 Christmas Crafts are Coming to the Innovation Hub! ✨

Ho ho ho! Who's ready to get crafty? Our Innovation Hub is about to transform into Santa's workshop, and we'd love you to join the festive fun! 🎅

When can you pop in?
Years 1-2: Monday morning tea
Years 3-6: Tuesday morning tea

Starting Week 5 and running all the way through to Week 8, we'll have a different Christmas creation waiting to be made each week! Whether you're a crafting pro or just love getting into the festive spirit, there's something for everyone.

Come along and let your creativity sparkle! ⭐️ (And yes, we promise to contain the glitter... mostly! ✨)


P.S. No elves required - just bring your imagination! 🧑‍🎄

23/10/2024

22/10/2024

📝🪖 Year 5's Boot Camp Adventure: Writing from the Trenches! 📜✍️

Last week, our Year 5's traded their classroom for a military-style boot camp! But why, you ask? 🤔

This immersive day wasn't just about obstacle courses and combat training - it was the perfect 'hook' for their upcoming Talk for Writing unit on Gallipoli letters! 🇦🇺

Our young recruits experienced:
Gritty obstacle courses 🏃‍♂️
Mock combat training 🎖️
Team-building exercises 🤝

These hands-on activities gave our students a taste of military life, providing rich experiences to draw from as they prepare to write powerful letters home from the perspective of Gallipoli soldiers.

Next up: Our Year 5s will dive into "A Letter Home from the Trenches," learning to blend historical facts, vivid descriptions, and genuine emotions in their writing.

We can't wait to see how this unique experience translates into heartfelt, historically-inspired letters! 📮💕

21/10/2024

🌟 Super Preppies Assemble! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️

Last Friday, our future 2025 Preppies had their first taste of school life, and oh what a super day it was!

Our little heroes:
👩‍🏫 Met their potential teachers (complete with super capes!)
🏫 Explored their future classrooms
📚 Engaged in fun learning activities
🧘‍♂️ Practiced sitting on the mat like big kids
🏃‍♀️ Enjoyed some energetic outdoor playtime

But the adventure didn't stop there! Each mini superhero received:
👕 Their very own Super Prep t-shirt
📘 A special book to read at home and get ready for next year

Watching these bright young minds take their first steps into school life was truly magical. Their enthusiasm and curiosity were out of this world! 🚀

We're counting down the days until we can officially welcome our newest Primary students in 2025. The future is bright with these super preppies on board! ✨

21/10/2024

🌟 To Our Incredible Year 12s: Your Moment Has Arrived! 🌟

Today marks the beginning of your final exams, and we couldn't be more proud of each and every one of you! 🎓

Remember, you're not just walking into exam rooms – you're stepping into your future, armed with years of knowledge, perseverance, and the unwavering Immanuel spirit! 💪

As the great Nelson Mandela once said: "It always seems impossible until it's done." And you've already done the impossible so many times on your journey here. This is just one more mountain to climb, and we know you'll reach the summit! 🏔️

You're more than ready. You're more than capable. You're already winners in our eyes. 🏆

So take a deep breath, believe in yourself as much as we believe in you, and show those exams what you're made of!

We're cheering for you every step of the way. You've got this, Year 12! 💪

20/10/2024

🌱🥬 From Garden to Table: Our Immanuel Gardens Project is Blooming!

Term 3 saw our budding gardeners reap what they sowed - and boy, was it delicious! The Immanuel Gardens' residents couldn't get enough of the fresh lettuce and spinach harvested by our green-thumbed students. Talk about farm-to-table freshness!

But we're not resting on our laurels (or should we say, our lettuces? 😉). Term 4 brings new growth and familiar faces:

🌳 We're planting fruit trees to beautify our space and ensure bountiful harvests for years to come. 🤝 Some of our passionate gardeners are returning, joined by new faces eager to dig in!

Why do we love our Immanuel Gardens project?
✅ Intergenerational connections
✅ Practical life skills
✅ Environmental awareness
✅ A sense of accomplishment

Plus, there's nothing quite like the smile on a resident's face when they taste a meal made with produce they watched grow from seed to salad!

18/10/2024

🏉💜 Rugby with Heart: The Saxony Walker Memorial Match 2024

Monday's sunshine wasn't just in the sky - it was in the spirits of everyone gathered for the Annual Saxony Walker Memorial Match! Immanuel and Sunshine Coast Grammar School came together to celebrate a life that touched us all.

Here's the scoop on this heartwarming event:
🏆 Our fierce U14 and U16 Girls Rugby 7's teams took to the field at Sunshine Coast Grammar.
🌟 The U16 Girls stole the spotlight as the main event this year.
👏 ILC's Elsa W earned the coveted Players' Pick for Best and Fairest on the Field.

But wait, there's more! The Walker Family presented The Saxony Walker Memorial Shield - talk about an honour! And guess what? An Immanuel student took home the glory!

🎉 Drum roll, please... Congratulations to our very own Scarlett K for being named player of the match! You've made us all !

We're absolutely heart warmed by the turnout from our Immanuel community. Your support speaks volumes about the spirit of our school!

Special shoutouts to:
🙏 The Walker family for making the journey to Queensland
🤝 Grammar for being fantastic hosts
👨‍🏫👩‍🏫 All the coaches and players for a beautiful afternoon of rugby

Why do we love events like this? They're not just about sport - they're about:
✅ Honouring memories
✅ Building community
✅ Celebrating the passions that bring us together

Here's to Saxony, the sport she loved, and the legacy that continues to inspire us all. 💖🏉

16/10/2024

🎵🎤 Spotlight on Student Success: Finlay Z. 🌟

We're thrilled to celebrate one of our talented Year 10 Music Scholarship students, Finlay Z., who's been making waves in the local music scene!

🎸 Nurture Festival: Finlay recently showcased his musical talents at the Nurture Festival, a free community event at Lake Kawana supporting Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing. Not only did Finlay perform on stage, but he also stepped up as MC for one of the music stages! 👏

🎼 SHEP Experience: We're proud to share that Finlay was one of a select group of Immanuel students chosen to participate in the prestigious State Honours Ensemble Program (SHEP) at the Conservatorium. This opportunity allowed him to further develop his musical skills alongside other gifted young musicians from across the state.

We're incredibly proud of Finlay's dedication to his craft and his willingness to use his talents to support important causes like youth mental health. His journey, along with our other SHEP participants, is a testament to the strength of Immanuel's music program and the power of passion and hard work.

We can't wait to see where Finlay's love for music takes him next! Keep an eye (and an ear) out for this rising star and his fellow musicians! 🌠🎶

15/10/2024

🎸🤘 Attention Immanuel Rockers! 🥁🎤

Don't forget! This Thursday, 17th October, it's time to turn up the volume at our Rock Band Showcase! 🔊

📍 Where: The Piazza
⏰ When: Lunchtime, 1:10-1:45 PM

Come support your musical mates as they rock the stage! It's the perfect way to spice up your lunch break and cheer on your fellow students.

Who knows? You might discover Immanuel's next big star! 🌟

Bring your lunch, bring your friends, and get ready to be blown away by some serious talent.

See you there! Let's make some noise! 🤟😎

15/10/2024

🌿🏆 Immanuel Eco Club Wins Conservation Award! 🎉

Our Forest Footsteps project, led by Emma M., has been awarded the Les Hall Young Conservationist Award by the Sunshine Coast Council!

A big thank you to the environmental community for this incredible recognition. It was fantastic to see so many of our Eco Club members at the event, connecting with parents, SCC, and local environmental organisations.

Special shoutout to Emma for her impressive impromptu speech while accepting the award. We're so proud of you! 👏

Huge appreciation to Emily Boyd, our amazing Sustainability Officer, for her unwavering support, guidance, and passion for conservation. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without you! 💚

Congrats also to the other finalist from Chancellor State College for their great work.

If you see any of our Eco Club members, please give them a well-deserved pat on the back! 🌍💚

13/10/2024

🎵 Experience the Sounds of Africa: Watoto Children's Choir 🌍

Immanuel Lutheran Church - Buderim warmly invites all Immanuel families to a special event this Sunday!
The Watoto Children's Choir is coming to share their powerful stories of hope and the vibrant sounds of Africa. It's more than just a concert - it's a journey of faith, resilience, and the transformative power of love.

📅 When: Sunday, 20th October
🕠 Time: 5:30pm
📍 Where: Immanuel Worship Centre

This free concert is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together, be inspired, and support a great cause. Why not invite a friend who could use a dose of hope and joy?

Let's fill the Worship Centre with Immanuel spirit and open hearts. See you there!

13/10/2024

🏉 Saxony Walker Memorial Match Tomorrow 🏉

A friendly reminder: The Saxony Walker memorial match is happening tomorrow at Sunshine Coast Grammar School.
This special event brings our community together to honour Saxony’s memory through the sport she loved. Here’s what’s on:

4:00pm - U18 girls SCGS1 vs SCGS2
4:30pm - U13/U14 girls ILC vs SCGS (3 x 7min halves)
5:00pm - U16 girls ILC vs SCGS (2 x 7min halves)
5:30pm - Shield presentation

Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines or playing on the field, your presence helps keep Saxony’s spirit alive in our community.

Let’s come together to celebrate friendship, sportsmanship, and the joy of rugby that Saxony embodied.

There will be free buses after school to take players and spectators to the game!

See you there!