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Faith Lutheran College - Faith Middle & Senior Campus

130 Magnolia Road, Tanunda, SA 5352 Phone 08 8561 4200

VOLUME 34 ISSUE 18

6th December 2018

Dear parents and members of the Faith community,Christmas is almost upon us and another school year is coming to a close. The last few months have been quite extraordinary in regard to the number of events that have taken place in the College. I thank everyone in our community who has joined us for these events and celebrations. Amidst the hive of activity we have been immensely proud of our graduating Year 12 students. Year 12s enjoyed final day celebrations, held a wonderful closing performance, attended their Formal celebrations, culminating with their Valedictory Service last night. As we now officially graduate our Year 12 students, we pray for a sense of peace and calm as they await their final results later this month.I take this opportunity to thank staff, students, parents and community for your engagement with the College. We are blessed to have wonderful loyal supporters who take great interest in the life of our students and the College. Despite the wonderful celebrations of recent weeks, the end of the year also brings sadness as we farewell staff who are leaving our community.Four staff have worked at Faith in contract positions this year replacing permanent staff who were on leave. As these contracts conclude, I wish to acknowledge and thank the following staff for their service contribution.

Jack Dumesny, Saba Sankauskas, Hannah Sanders and Grace Jaensch.We also acknowledge permanent staff concluding their time at Faith, and recognise their service to the College. Daniel Amey, Kirsty Hansen, Colin Davis, Jane Renner, Jessica Herrmann and Sharron Noble.In particular, I wish to pay tribute to three retiring staff who conclude their outstanding service to Faith Lutheran College.

Jane Bagshaw16 years

Barb Garwood24 years

Lorraine Jaunay27 years

A combined 67 years of service to Faith Lutheran College

May God bless these staff in their new journeys. We sincerely thank them for their service.

Steven Wilksch PRINCIPAL - Faith College Campus

“I pray God blesses your family this holiday season. Have a wonderful Christmas and I look forward to seeing you at the beginning of the 2019 College year”

Steven Wilksch

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Faith Lutheran College - Faith Middle & Senior Campus THE VINEYARD, Issue 18 - 6 December 2018

Year 8 student Bethany Rosenboom was awarded first place in the Barossa Young Writer’s Competition in her age group (13-15yo) and was presented with a certificate and an E-reader. This years winning entry met the criteria of a “Find Your Treasure” theme. Pictured right Bethany Rosenboom and Mayor Bob Sloane at the Nuriootpa Library on Wednesday 14th November.

Have a Village Care Group story to share? Please email [email protected].

On Thursday 29th November Year 8 students Eben Bingham (Gnadenberg) and Jaide Ottawa (Gomersal) travelled to Concordia College to participate in the Lutheran Schools Public Speaking Challenge. Congratulations to both students who represented the College well and did a fantastic job.

VINEVALE

GNADENBERG AND GOMERSAL

Jaide Ottawa Eben Bingham

THE GRADUATING CLASS OF 2018

During last nights Valedictory Service Principal Steve Wilksch thanked the graduates for their leadership, effort and contribution to Faith College. Mr Wilksch offered his own tale of life experience during a meeting with former Prime Minister John Howard and cited the Dire Straits song ‘The Bug’ inspiring students to recognise the highs and lows of life and the importance of resilience and determination.

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FORMAL PHOTOS

Alec Seppelt and Taylor Ingham

Anna Davidson and Alana Steicke

Cameron Ruby and Lily Moten

Melanie Kristoff and Eloise Reynolds

Cameron Sitters and Jennifer Batten

Ben Lehmann and Maeve Clementson-Duncan

Chloe Jong and Hugh Smart

Matthew Liersch and Sarah Battersby

Daniel Kurtz Dakota Gwilt Deklan Perrett and Elise Lewis

Patrick Prior and Kara Harding

Please remember, Formal photo orders close on Wednesday the 12th December


FORMAL PHOTOS

Elexcia Nankivell Emily Beckmann and Elisha MacDonald

Ethan Gant and Ruby Kilpatrick

Fraser Smith and Kadee Clarke

Haydn Amery and Charlotte Spence

Henry Brooks and Bethanie Lange

Henry Schutz and Rachael Matthews

Holly Cook

Jackson Hylan and Lucille Robinson

James King and Keely Gaffin

Jamie Mardle and Naomi Wilson

Jaydon Kovarik and Bethany Lennon


FORMAL PHOTOS

Laura Ide and Jayden Linke

Tyson Liebelt and Eliza Stevens

William Bondarenko and Mia Clarke

Jeremy Nobes and Caitlin Holt

Jesh Schilling and Danica Higgins

Joe Bruer and Olivia Cook

Joseph Bulla and Helena Radocaj

Joshua Clasohm and Kaitlin McCarthy

Joshua Dyer and Mollie Hartnett

Joshua Gumm and Georgia Germein

Joshua Martin and Isobel Yeend

Joshua Northcott and Sophie Feltus


FORMAL PHOTOS

Riley Argent and Jessica Gade

Riley Bourne and Emily Barker

Zane Eagland and Charlee Conley

Ryan Ahrens and Matilda Kraft

Ryan Bruce and Tilly Hadden

Samuel Hooper and Nicholas Richardson

Samuel Lee and Mackenzie Travers

Samuel Rosenzweig and Charlotte Kowald

Sarah Hughes and Crystal Redemski

Shytonnia Burgess Talia Green and Kyle Mosey

Taylor Smith and Holly Evans


FORMAL PHOTOS

Zak Bell and Zacherus Arnold

Oscar Vivian and Ruby Lehmann

Blake Palmer and Lachlan Behn

James Mattiske and Georgia Nicholls

Roan Pfitzner and Ella Kretschmer Taylor Suhrcke Thomas Krahling

Bailey Stern Thomas Rivers Maddie Schuster Aeden Frost

Lachlan Gosden and Caitlin Hore

Lachlan Munzberg and Rachel Sumner

Max Cowham and Courtney Milton

Rhett Montgomerie and Aspen Wood

Cooper Sonntag Lily Melville Liam Hartmann Elysha Dekker


Year 8Subject Sponsor RecipientDesign & Technologies Barossa Valley Toyota Joshua Steicke

Drama Faith Lutheran College - Tanunda Lutheran School Campus

Jaide Ottawa

Digital Technologies Pindarie Wines Jake Noble

Science Nuriootpa Automotive Jake Noble

Agriculture Rabobank Jake Noble

Mathematics Ivan Muster Jake Noble

History Ev Leske Frances Herrmann

German Barossa Village Ruby Triplett

Japanese Faith Lutheran College - Tanunda Lutheran School Campus

Bethany Rosenboom

English Seppeltsfield Wines Bethany Rosenboom

Geography Vine Inn Barossa Bethany Rosenboom

LIFE (Christian Studies) Larry and Erica Krieg Bethany Rosenboom

Maker Space Steinborner Holden Zayden Storey

Music Steinborner Holden Katherine Ahearn

Hospitality and Textiles Des & Lorna Schiller Katherine Ahearn

Physical Education The Co-op Heart of the Barossa Lily Johnson

Visual Art – Art Office National Regan Schulz

Acknowledgement of State Sporting Representatives

Triathlon Bradley Butler


Basketball Shelbi-Lee Sutcliffe


Athletics Erin Young

Special PrizesVegetable Garden Project Jordan, Megan, Amaya and Francie

ZerkElla Habermann

Humanities Awards Friends of Barossa Library Katherine Ahearn, Arabella Alsop, Mia McKee, Jaide Ottawa, Bryn Rivers

Year Level Leader Faith Lutheran College Frances Herrmann, Sydney Pick

Citizenship Award Lions Club of Barossa Valley Luke B, Tyson Linke, Denver Marschall, Jake Noble, Shelbi-Lee Sutcliffe

Magnolia Prize Hoffmanns Abby Yeend

Dux Award This award will be presented on Wednesday 30th January at a special chapel service

YEAR 8-11 AWARDSWe celebrate with the Faith community in congratulating and acknowledging the following student awards for 2018


Year 9Subject Sponsor RecipientAgriculture SchuAm Pork Maegan Pfitzner

Design & Technologies Bartsch Builders Joshua Lange

Science Nuriootpa Automotive Jordi Wilksch

English Homburg Real Estate Jordi Wilksch

Geography Greg Kretschmer Rebecca Ide

German Vine Inn Barossa Annabelle MacClelland

Mathematics Incentive Ivan Muster Alana Liebelt

Mathematics Pindarie Wines Bethany Hayes

History Barossa Village Bethany Hayes

Visual Art – Art Cherie O'Dea Bethany Hayes

Drama John Falland Rebekah Stutley

Maker Space Poonawatta Wines Rebekah Stutley

Japanese Poonawatta Wines Tania Kalleske

Hospitality and Textiles Des & Lorna Schiller Tania Kalleske

LIFE (Christian Studies) Larry and Erica Krieg Jack Braunack

Music Barossa Valley Toyota Brianna Teehan

Physical Education The Co-op Heart of the Barossa Libby Fiebiger


Equestrian Rhiannon Bishop

Special PrizesForeign Languages Investigative Project (McKenzie Award) - Japanese

Barossa Auto Group Bethany Hayes

Foreign Languages Investigative Project (McKenzie) - German

Barossa Auto Group Rosie Locke

Foreign Languages Investigative Project (The Outcome) - Japanese

Barossa Auto Group Ruby Hurst

Foreign Languages Investigative Project (The Outcome) - German

Barossa Auto Group Cassie Fechner

Humanities Awards Friends of Barossa Library Emma Ames, Erin Andretzke, Harrison Hylan, Annabelle MacClelland, Maegan Pfitzner

Year Level Leader Faith Lutheran College Samantha Dutschke, Jordi Wilksch,

Citizenship Award Lions Club of Barossa Valley Foxx Fotheringham, Ashton Gladigau, Maegan Pfitzner, Edward Robinson, Jack Schulz

Magnolia Prize Hoffmanns Rhiannon Bishop




Year 10Subject Sponsor RecipientAgriculture SchuAm Pork Isabel Nietschke

Design & Technologies Bartsch Builders Alistair Linke

Drama John Falland Ariana Chamberlain

English Barossa Village Emily Kazla

History Barossa Village Danyon Greenslade

German Barossa Village Nikki Grosser

Food and Hospitality The Clubhouse Amy Lewis

Geography Pepperwell Merino Studs Oscar Seppelt

Japanese Steinborner Holden Harry Robinson

Music Steinborner Holden Kasey Knowles

Mathematics Steinborner Holden Tomas Heuzenroeder

LIFE (Christian Studies) St Petri Lutheran Church Isabel Nietschke

Physical Education The Co-op Heart of the Barossa Caitlin Stafford

Science Petra Graetz Lucy Blenkiron

Textiles Clare Metal Fabrication Lucy Blenkiron

Visual Art – Design Office National Lucy Blenkiron

Visual Art – Art Lyndoch Motors Emily Kazla

VET - Technical Theatre Ron Lovell Myles Howard

Personal Learning Plan (Career Studies)

Clare Metal Fabrication Isabel Nietschke


Equestrian Lucy Blenkiron


Lawn Bowls Danyon Greenslade


Cricket Nikki Grosser

Special PrizesCitizenship Award Lions Club of Barossa Valley Nicholas Crockett, James Duggan,

Caitlin Lange, Gemma McCarthy, Oscar Seppelt

Christian Service Lutheran Women of SA/NT Nikki Grosser

Year Level Leader Faith Lutheran College Nikki Grosser, Jemma Linke

Wine Studies Prize Kalleske Wines Caitlin Stafford

Leadership Long Tan Lucy Blenkiron

Magnolia Prize Kiwanis Club of Barossa Olyvia Reimers




Year 11Subject Sponsor RecipientAccounting Hayes Family Wines Hannah Clarke

Agriculture Rabobank Adam Schutz

Biology Rotary Club of Barossa District Abbey Sabeeney

Business and Enterprise Regional Development Australia Harrison Dilena

Chemistry Greg Edwards Xavier Gambetta

Creative Arts – Drama John Falland Lauren Pullan

Design & Technologies - Material Products (Wood)

Bartsch Builders Lachlan Westlake

Design & Technologies - Material Products (Metal)

Bartsch Builders Jacob Jaeschke

Design & Technologies - Material Products (Textiles)

Barossa Valley Angus Lucy Zilm

English Barossa Village Margot Pick

History Barossa Village Declan Malone

Essential English Office National Finella Collins

Information Processing and Publishing

Office National Amy Doecke

Food and Hospitality The Clubhouse Amy Doecke

Geography Neil Jaensch Simeon Solomou

German Tanunda Liedertafel Sarah Herrmann

Japanese Hayes Family Wines Neve Reynolds

LIFE (Christian Studies) St Petri Lutheran Church Samantha Lange

Mathematics Seppeltsfield Wines Joseph Brown

Psychology Active Psychological Services Lucy Anderson

Physical Education Hughes & Loveday Aaron Bert

Physics Rotary Club of Barossa District Tyla Jones

System and Control Products - Electronics

Stainless Engineering & Maintenance Thomas Vandepeer

Outstanding Vocational Education & Training

Barossa Valley Toyota Lucy Zilm

Music Barossa Valley Toyota Ariel Heinrich

Visual Art – Art Lyndoch Motors Ariel Heinrich

Visual Art – Design JBG Architects Leticia Semmler

Acknowledgement of students who have completed VET certificates:VET – Construction Nuriootpa Automotive Lachlan Westlake

VET – Fitness The Rex Barossa Aquatic Fitness Centre

James Inwood

Outstanding School Based Apprentice

The Rex Barossa Aquatic Fitness Centre

Adam Schutz



Year 11Subject Sponsor RecipientCertificate III in Agriculture Adam Schutz

Acknowledgement of students who have completed VET certificates:

Certificate III in Christian Ministry Amy Doecke, Xavier Gambetta, Ariel Heinrich, Sarah Herrmann, Nicole Poulton, Anneka Wilksch, Lucy Zilm

Acknowledgement of State Sporting Representatives Athletics (Javelin) Daniel BussenschuttCricket Emma HartiganSoftball Becky HavisCross Country James InwoodGrid Iron Declan MaloneHockey Umpiring Maya StandishSpecial PrizesYear Level Leader Faith Lutheran College Margot Pick, Benjamin Roennfeldt

Citizenship Award Lions Club of Barossa Valley Thomas Bell, Benson Heintze, Benjamin Roennfeldt, Ellie Schaefer, Anneka Wilksch,

Magnolia Prize Kiwanis Club of Barossa Amy Doecke



YEAR 12 SPECIAL AWARDS

Year 12Subject Sponsor RecipientScholarshipsFrank Rothe Perpetual Music Scholarship

Frank Rothe Perpetual Music Scholarship

Charlotte Kowald

Eudunda District Country Education Grant


Taylor Ingham



Henry Schutz

Rotary Club of Barossa Valley Foundation Award

Rotary Club of Barossa Valley Foundation Award

Ella Kretschmer

A.P. John Scientific Studies Scholarship

A.P. John Coopers Lachlan Behn

Special PrizesQuiet Achiever Stephan Knoll Lily Melville, Ryan Bruce

Magnolia Prize Nuriootpa Automotive Caitlin Caitlin Holt

Leadership Long Tan Patrick Prior

Caltex All-rounder Caltex Corporation Patrick Prior

We Celebrate with the Faith community in congratulating and acknowledging the following student awards for 2018


Year 12Subject Sponsor RecipientSpecial PrizesCitizenship Lions Club of Barossa Valley Haydn Amery, Holly Cook, Tyson

Liebelt, Eliza Stevens, Isobel YeendBarker Shield – Community Service & Spirit (Barker Award is an acknowledgement of the college-nominated Citizenship Award)

Member for Barker Tyson Liebelt

Barker Shield – Magnolia Prize (Barker Award is an acknowledgement of the college-nominated Magnolia Award)

Member for Barker Caitlin Holt

Barker Shield – Academic Achievement

Member for Barker James Mattiske

College Leader Faith Lutheran College Ruby Lehmann, Rachael Matthews, Naomi Wilson

Worship Leader Pastor Norman Keller Memorial Patrick Prior, Samuel Rosenzweig

Music Leader Tanunda Liedertafel Tyson Liebelt, Henry Schutz

Music Leader Maxine Kowald Maeve Clementson-Duncan, Charlotte Kowald

Year Level Leader Faith Lutheran College Eliza Stevens, Isobel Yeend

Year 12Subject Sponsor RecipientAccounting Barossa Accounting & Tax Services Roan Pfitzner

Agricultural & Horticultural Systems

Landmark Real Estate, Mount Pleasant

Henry Brooks

Agricultural & Horticultural Systems - Practical

Bunyara Merino & Poll Merino Stud Ryan Bruce

Biology Rotary Club of Barossa District Anna Davidson

Business and Enterprise Holiatt Daant Pty Ltd Helena Radocaj

Chemistry Greg Edwards James Mattiske

Creative Arts - Drama John Falland Patrick Prior

Design & Technologies – Material Products (Metal & Wood)

Barossa Valley Toyota Haydn Amery

Design & Technologies - Material Products (Textiles)

Kornacraft Eloise Reynolds

English Office National Caitlin Holt

Literary Studies Homburg Real Estate Charlotte Kowald

Food and Hospitality The Clubhouse Laura Ide

Geography Petra Graetz Jennifer Batten

History Rotary Club of Barossa District Joint recipients: Jennifer Batten

YEAR 12 SUBJECT AWARDS

We celebrate with the Faith community in congratulating and acknowledging the following student awards for 2018


Year 12Subject Sponsor RecipientHistory The Williamson Family Joint recipients: Ruby LehmannInformation Processing and Publishing

Holiatt Daant Pty Ltd Emily Beckmann

German Tanunda Liedertafel Sarah HughesJapanese Lyndoch Motors Charlotte KowaldLIFE (Christian Studies) Pastor Norman Keller Memorial Patrick PriorMathematics - Essential Active Psychological Services Lily MelvilleMathematics - General Holiatt Daant Pty Ltd Lucille RobinsonMathematical Methods Mansell Financial Services Thomas KrahlingSpecialist Mathematics Seppeltsfield Wines James MattiskeMusicianship Jo & Michael Fechner Isobel YeendMusic - Performance Jo & Michael Fechner Anneka Wilksch (Year 11)Music (from Ensemble, Composing & Arranging, Music Technology, Individual Study)

Jo & Michael Fechner Henry Schutz

Physical Education Hughes & Loveday Aaron NietschkePhysics Rotary Club of Barossa District James MattiskePsychology Active Psychological Services Caitlin HoltResearch Project John Falland Thomas KrahlingSystem and Control Products - Electronics

Stainless Engineering & Maintenance Alec Seppelt

Visual Art – Art Acquisition Prize (for her work, 'What is Raw & What is Beautiful'

Brauer Natural Medicine Caitlin Holt

Visual Art – Art Neil Trenberth Caitlin HoltVisual Art - Design Office National Lucille RobinsonOutstanding SBAT (School Based Apprentice/Trainee)

Duggan Family Joint Recipients: Haydn Amery, Henry Schutz

Outstanding Vocational Education & Training

Vine Inn Barossa Jaydon Kovarik


Golf Joshua Gumm


Equestrian Chloe Jong


Football Umpiring Tyson Liebelt


Football Umpiring James Mattiske


Football Aaron Nietschke


Basketball Jeremy Nobes


Football Umpiring Eliza Stevens

Dux Award Presented onWednesday 30th January at a special chapel service

YEAR 12 SUBJECT AWARDS

We celebrate with the Faith community in congratulating and acknowledging the following student awards for 2018


Year 10 Citizenship award Gemma Mc Carthy, Nicholas Crockett, Oscar Seppelt, James Duggan, Caitlin Lange

Year 11 Citizenship award Thomas Bell, Anneka Wilksch, Benson Heintze, Ellie Schaefer, Benjamin Roennfeldt

Year 8 Citizenship award Shelbi-Lee Sutcliffe, Jake Noble, Denver Marschall, Trevor Schmidt (President of Lions Club of Barossa Valley), Luke B, Tyson Linke

Year 9 Magnolia Prize Rhiannon Bishop

Year 8 Magnolia Prize Abby Yeend

Year 10 Magnolia Prize Olyvia Reimers

Year 11 Magnolia Prize Amy Doecke

Year 9 Citizenship award Jack Schulz, Maegan Pfitzner, Trevor Schmidt (President Lions Club of Barossa Valley), Ashton Gladigau, Foxx Fotheringham, Edward Robinson

YEAR 8-11 AWARD PHOTOS


ABBY YEEND - YEAR 8Abby is involved in numerous musical groups on numerous musical instruments (piano, saxophone, clarinet and vocals). She performs solo, in small ensembles and large ensembles, even debuting at Wanera Restaurant recently. Even throughout her extra commitments, Abby has been consistent in her approach to her subjects and achieved high academic results. She is also always encouraging of other students and has a positive impact on staff and students in her classes with a ready smile, positive energy and ‘can do’ attitude.

RHIANNON BISHOP YEAR 9Rhiannon Bishop was selected as one of eight young people from Australia and New Zealand to compete in horse show jumping in an eight day competition in China. On November 20th she experienced international travel for the first time with a group of seven other young people whom she has never met. Rhiannon was the only South Australian selected, and her selection was based on her show jumping ability, school grades, community involvement and overall attitude and personality. We wish Rhiannon every success for the future.

OLYVIA REIMERS YEAR 10Olyvias has studied music at Faith since year 8. She played the role of Jelly Lorum, in this year’s Musical, CATS, is a member of the Faith Senior Choir, and performed in this year’s Soiree and chapels.Olyvia is a member of the Australian Girls Choir, joining when she was just 11. (Her voice is Alto One). There are 5000 girls in the choir Australia wide, and 800 girls in the Adelaide section. Olyvia is a member of the “Performing Choir”, which is the highest level of achievement in the Australian Girls Choir. She attends Seymour College on Thursday nights for rehearsals, singing and choreography. In 2016, Olyvia took part in a two week performing tour of New Zealand, with choir members from Australia wide.In 2017, the choir sang at the Adelaide Cricket Ashes competition, where they sang from the roof climb.This year’s Term 1 holidays were spent in Sydney, performing the choir’s 10 song repetoire.This year, The performing choir sang at a Thunderbirds netball game, the Gala Spring festival at Elder Hall, Adelaide Uni, and at Westminster School, Marion, in the Winter Showcase.During her time with the choir, Olyvia has sung in many different languages

including Portuguese, Gaelic, Aboriginal dialect and Maori dialect. In 2015 Olyvia won the Outstanding Potential Award with the Australian Girls Choir.This year, – she is the successful recipient of a scholarship, known as the “Danny Meades Barlow for spirit and dedication”. This is a national award with only 2 recipients Australia wide.When Olyvia sings she feels happy and loves the satisfaction when her choir nails a 4 part harmony. Olivia’s favourite singer is Adele, and her favourite song to sing is “When we were young”.Olyvia plans for a career in singing and performing, hopefully joining professional productions. We wish Olyvia well as a budding talent and look forward to seeing her perform on Broadway or London’s West End.

AMY DOECKE YEAR 11Amy has been proactive in liaising with and showing a real sense of commitment to her course, however, it was ‘Amy’s’ SIWAH journey that stood out. Amy was an exceptional individual in Indonesia but also pre and post the Indonesian trip. She was ‘outgoing’, very positive and would give the many new and untried ‘things’ associated the SIWAH project a go. She communicated effectively with adults and students alike and she supported her peers and teachers immensely. She was caring and considerate of others. Amy’s positivity was infectious. She continually looked for the new opportunities and would give everything a go. Amy is a mature young lady and she is level-headed. She tries hard and was always willing to support any fundraising work for the SIWAH project. She is incredibly considerate of other’s needs. Academically she tries hard and puts the effort into everything she does.

CAITLIN HOLT YEAR 12Caitlin is an outstanding artist who has produced highly engaging, technically excellent artworks during her Visual Arts learning at Faith Lutheran College. Caitlin has participated in various public exhibitions including the SALA Festival in 2016 hosted by Lindsay Wine Estate and the Creative Souls exhibition at the Barossa Regional Gallery in 2017 where she won the Rusden Wines sponsored award. Her artistic and graphic design skills grace the cover of the 2017 college publication, FOOTPRINTS. This year, as Caitlin completes her high school education at Faith, her talent has been recognised by receiving the Excellence in Year 12 Art award, the People’s Choice award and the Art Acquisition award. Caitlin has always risen to meet challenges and strived for excellence with every aspect of her learning in Visual Arts. She demonstrates an outstanding work ethic, initiative and perseverance; all key attributes for an aspiring and successful artist. We wish Caitlin all the best in her future endeavours.

THE MAGNOLIA AWARDThis award is presented to a student who, during their time at Faith, has demonstrated a growing talent in a specific area that they intend to continue to develop after they leave high school.


VALEDICTORY SERVICE AWARD PHOTOS

Ryan Bruce, Honourable Stephan Knoll & Lily Melville

Steve Wilksch, James Mattiske, Tyson Liebelt, Eliza Stevens, Jeremy Nobes & Joshua Gumm

Guy Draper & Charlotte Kowald

Henry Schutz, Naomi Duggan & Haydn Amery

Patrick Prior & Lieutenant Matthew Sholes

Neil Trenberth & Caitlin HoltTrevor Anderson & Henry Brooks


With two minutes on the clock, the battle was on between staff and students with the Christmas tree decorating competition. Tinsel and baubles adorned the trees, stage and participants but in the end there could only be one winner, congratulations students.

Combined campus Christmas service Year 3 students Piper Nacey, Jemima Farley, Mallika Fletcher and Amilie Amos

Unwrapping the real meaning of Christmas during Chaplain Adam’s messageNeukirch Drummers win the Pageant competition

Emily Stutley, Bailey Schwarz, Layla Grosser, Georgia Roberts, Isaac Timms, Jackson Dutschke, Jack Fechner, Benjamin Ashmore.

CHRISTMAS WEEKHosted by the Student Council, Christmas Week captured the essence of true Christmas spirit with a Christmas Tree decorating contest, Christmas themed casual day, and combined Junior Campus and Middle and Senior Campus Christmas Pageant and worship service. The fellowship, laughter and healthy competition was undeniable throughout the week, and as students headed home on Friday afternoon after a candy cane scavenger hunt, a glimmer of School holiday anticipation filled the air.

Christmas Tree Decorating Contest at Lunch time in the Barossa Arts & Convention Centre

CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATING CONTEST


YEAR 8 & 9 MUSIC SHOWCASEOn Thursday 15th November the Year 8 and 9 Music classes presented their annual Junior Music Showcase to parents and friends in the Barossa Arts & Convention Centre.All classes presented instrumental and vocal items, there was also plenty of enthusiastic and very brave soloists. The evening concluded with all students presenting a vocal and instrumental rendition of ‘This is Me’ from ‘The Greatest Showman’ movie. The following morning the students also presented a selection of the showcase items to the school community during chapel.

Look out for Faith students in the local community over the coming weeks.

A small (but merry) “Christmas Band” will be playing in the Nuriootpa Community store on Friday December 7th at 12pm as part of their Christmas schools event.

On Wednesday 19th December the Senior Choir will be performing at Peter Lehmann’s for the annual Carols

By Candlelight.

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN EDUCATION DEPARTMENT CHANGESFollowing recent announcements, this notice serves as a reminder that The South Australian Departmentfor Education has announced from January 1, 2022 all South Australian Year 7 students will be taught in highschool. This means primary schools will no longer be able to offer Year 7 unless they are part of a school offeringFoundation to Year 12.This transition aligns all South Australian schools with the national curriculum taught in high schools. During thistransition period, if you have a son or daughter who will be affected by this change, we encourage you to contactNaomi Duggan, Enrolment Coordinator via: [email protected] or Phone (08) 8561 4200.


GOAT CLUB AWARDSCraig Moore, Daymap CoordinatorOn Thursday 22nd November students enjoyed a pizza lunch to celebrate the great year and the positive contributions in the running of goat club.

This year we were fortunate to have a large group of senior students who showed outstanding leadership and paired up with our juniors as their mentors. The junior students then very capably worked towards leading their allocated goat in the show ring.

Overall the team work and comradery of the group was outstanding. We were very lucky to have Teresa Roocke come on board as a key staff member in the mentoring of students and helping run the project.

Thanks also to Mr Stewart and the Agriculture teachers for their guidance and weekend feeding of the goats throughout the year.

PLAYGROUND ENGINEERS A request for a new swing set has provided another opportunity for Year 11 VET Construction students to put their skills to the test.Students at the TLS Campus put the call out for a swing set to complement their Junior Primary play areas, with Steve Dutschke and his team of Construction students more than happy to answer the call.Over several weeks Mr Dutschke worked with students to meet the TLS Campus brief, designing and building the structure onsite at the Faith Campus.On Tuesday 4th December the swing set made its way to its new home next to the Harvest Centre at the TLS Campus. The completed project has been a rewarding experience for students involved and will ensure hours of enjoyment for the younger members of the College. ‘Students are to be congratulated on all their hard work on this project and especially on successfully completing their final assessments. This group have been a wonderful group to work with as they complete units from Cert II in Construction and are a credit to their parents, teacher and the College. Well done boys!’ Dianne Sanders VET CoordinatorThank you to the Parents and Friends committee at the TLS campus who have spent the year fundraising for the playground.Participating Year 11 students Will Parker (NRH), Lachlan Westlake (GFR), Lachlan Scheer (GFR), Daniel Bussenschutt (KDF), Henry Knights (JCK), Dylan Birchard (BTY), Daniel Roennfeldt (NRH), Isaac Feltus (SWL) and Hayden Starick (GDB)

Most Valuable Junior Contribution Sophie HannaMost Valuable Senior Contribution Darcy Smith


YEAR 10 GINGERBREAD HOUSESEdith Zeller, TeacherIn the last couple of lessons of the year we have been making gingerbread houses 'the proper way' with gingerbread spices imported from Switzerland. We made the dough ourselves from scratch and students took it home to bake. We had lots of fun decorating them in our last double lesson of the year - and eating them of course!

Year 10 Food & Hospitality students also made Gingerbread Houses during the term.

Nikki Grosser piping icing on her gingerbread house

Sarah Mattiske with her finished wall panel


CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS: • Freestyle, Breaststroke, Backstroke and Butterfly• Will run from 9.00am – 11.15am (approx).

NOVELTY EVENTS: • Based on a Village Care Group competition• Will run from 11.30am – 1.30pm (approx).Students can nominate for INDIVIDUAL EVENTS (Championship Events) in Village Care Group once school resumes.

FAITH SWIMMING CARNIVALwill take place on FRIDAY 8TH FEBRUARY at the NURIOOTPA SWIMMING POOL.

Ashley Clarke, HPE Learning Area Coordinator & Sports Coordinator

The 2019

In 2019, we are aiming to have as many students as possible involved in the Championship Events at each of the major sports carnivals (Swimming and Athletics), in addition to the novelty events. Students are encouraged to think about how they might be involved before the return to the college in 2019. All students will return to Faith at the conclusion of the novelty program for lunch and the final presentation of awards. 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.

Barossa Triathlon ClubThe Barossa Triathlon Club have been in existence informally, for the last two summers, with a group of mums organising family-friendly mini triathlon events in and around the Nuri Pool for our kids, their friends and anyone else we could think of inviting. We only managed to hold two events in Feb/Mar last year, as two were cancelled due to extreme weather, but we had 77 people participating in at least one event, including 15 fit young lads from Tanunda Footy Club who incorporated it into their pre-season training efforts. All of the events have been held with the blessing of Triathlon SA, Barossa Council and under the auspices of Nuriootpa Futures Association. At the end of last Summer we decided that this concept really did have legs, and we decided that we'd better make the group official for the usual reasons, and are currently working towards having the club officially incorporated. We are already affiliated with TriathlonSA so full club members can compete as Barossa club members at all Triathlon SA events around the state.In 2019, we intend to hold more mini events as we have done in the past. They are all about getting people outdoors and active in a friendly environment and using some of the great facilities that we have available. We are planning to host six events every couple of weeks on a Friday evening or Sunday morning, from the end of January to mid March. Participants and their families are encouraged to hang around the pool area afterwards, with a BBQ and other food available to purchase, or BYO picnic.Events cater for three year olds who still need to wear floaties in the pool, have trainer wheels on their bikes, and probably need a parent or older sibling to hold their hand for the run. Bigger kids and adults can stretch their legs and swim 50m, 100m or 200m, and ride once or twice around the block that contains Nuri High School and Coulthard Reserve. The run is along the creek, up to the caravan park and back. There is a distance to suit all ages and levels of fitness, and the distances that require (real) swimming are timed so participants can track their progress during the season.

Please contact Lisa Laycock for further details 0408 597 896.

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DATES TO REMEMBER

JANUARY30 Opening Service 9am

FEBRUARY8 Faith Swimming Carnival

2019 TERM DATES Term 1 29 January - 12 AprilTerm 2 29 April – 27 JuneTerm 3 22 July – 27 SeptemberTerm 4 14 October – 4 December

2019 DIARY DATESGood Friday 19 April In Service WeekYr 12 Exams 1 – 5 July(Year 12 Exams Monday 4th November to Tuesday 19th November – still to be confirmed)

COLLEGE UPDATESSTUDENT REPORTS Semester 2 student reports will be emailed or posted to families on Thursday 13th December.

THE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON• Tuesday 11th December from 2pm

for the remainder of the day• Wednesday 12th December from 11.30am for the

remainder of the day• If you wish to contact a staff member during these

times please email them direct or leave a phone message with contact details.

• Students Services will be closed from Friday 14th December, 2018, reopening on Monday 21st January, 2019.

• Teaching staff will commence their holidays from midday on Wednesday 12th December.

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR CLOSURE FOR COLLEGE RECEPTION College Reception closes Wednesday December 19th at 4pm and reopens Monday 7th January with some administration staff in attendance.

UNIFORM SHOPPlease direct all uniform enquiries to

Sue Feltus at the uniform shop on 85614216.

CLOSUREThe Uniform Shop will be CLOSED from 19th

December 2018 and will re-open on 21st January 2019 where uniform appointments for Year 7 and Year 8 students will recommence. Please phone

ahead to ensure availability prior to arrival.

NORMAL TRADING HOURS will commence on 29th January 2019.

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 8.40am-4.00pm

(Closed for lunch from 12.00 – 12.45pm)

The Faith College Staff wish all our families a Blessed Christmas

and a safe and happy New Year.

Teaching staff will resume on Monday 21st January. School starts for all students on Tuesday 29th January with an Orientation Day

IMPORTANT MAIL OUTAll families will receive a mail out of information in January. This will include year level specific information, important dates and contact details for the year ahead.

LIGHTHOUSE BOOK ORDERINGPlease be reminded online book ordering has commenced via www.lighthousebooks.com.au All orders received by the 21st December, 2018 will include a 10% discount off most stationery items. Please see attached ordering instructions. If you have elected to have your stationery delivered to Faith College, it will be available for collection from Student Services on Tuesday 22nd January or Thursday 24th January, 2019.


FORMAL PHOTO ORDERSYear 12 Students and Parents,Please remember, Formal photo orders close on Wednesday the 12th December if you would like printed photos. These can be ordered through my website, at this link: https://www.tcsproductions.com.au/shop The site's password is: FAITH2018These will arrive at Faith before the end of the year, so please keep an eye out for another email once they're ready for collection.Thanks, Thomas Schaefer, TCS Productions

B PART OF IT STUDY COMPLETION AND SCHOOL LEAVER STUDY 2019 INFORMATION Thank you for your schools participation in the South Australian Meningococcal B Vaccine Herd Immunity Study (B Part of It) https://www.bpartofit.com.au/We wish to thank you and all your participating students for supporting the study over the last two years. We also wish to acknowledge the administrative staff, teachers, school nurses and school volunteers who helped to promote the study and coordinated the study visits with your school immunisation provider.The High School Study has now been completed and some of the preliminary study results are available here

STUDY RESULTS VIDEO WITH INFOGRAPHICS https://universityofadelaide.box.com/s/lr1s6kdlh8qlwztaxvqtmpmhv1odcx5e

THANK YOU VIDEOhttps://universityofadelaide.box.com/s/mzr5i34la07a059pdl22epc1sngygsle

Please contact either Student Services or Craig Moore (Daymap Coordinator) [email protected] if you have any queries.

DAYMAP PARENT PORTALThis is where you check• your student’s timetable• the work your student is doing• what homework they have• what results they are getting (teachers comments)• the College calendar for events• College daily notices & Daymap communications• College Policies• The VineyardNext year you will also access• School reports• Parent teacher Interview night bookingsHow to Access the PortalStep 1: Visit Faith College website Parents link Step 2: Click on the ‘Parent’s Daymap Connect’ Icon (you will also see a quickstart guide nearby)Step 3: Either click on ‘New User’ or ‘Forgot the password’. You will be prompted to enter your school registered email address and a code for one of your students (ask them, they will know what that is)

SCHOOL LEAVER STUDY 2019 – B PART OF IT Year 12 South Australian students in 2018 who were enrolled in the high school study (B Part of It), have an opportunity to continue in the study and have another throat swab taken as part of the Men B School Leaver Study from 01 February 2019. Students who participated in the study in 2018 will receive a letter in the next few weeks providing further information. For any students who did NOT participate in the high school study there is an opportunity to participate in the School Leaver Study by presenting at the B Part of It stands at Orientation week (‘O’ Week) at the main campuses of: Flinders University, University of South Australia and The University of Adelaide. School leavers who opt to have a throat swab will be required to complete a brief questionnaire and a consent form. Participants will be reimbursed for their time with a $40.00 Coles Myer Voucher. Further information regarding where students (2018 school leavers) can receive their swabs please visit the B Part of It website: http://www.bpartofit.com.au in early 2019 for swab locations.

YEAR 12 2018, DVD ORDER FORMA reminder to please complete the order form, including payment details and return to Julia Nobes at College Reception by Monday 17th December. Form has been reattached to your email for your convenience.DVD’s will be available for collection from Barossa Arts & Convention Centre office from 21st Jan. 2019

https://www.tcsproductions.com.au/shop

https://www.tcsproductions.com.au/shop

https://www.bpartofit.com.au/

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mailto:%20cmoore%40faith.sa.edu.au?subject=Enquiry%20from%20Faith%20Newsletter

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YEAR 12 2018 – DVD ORDER FORM

Year 12 Final Presentation - Friday 26th October Valedictory Service - Wednesday 5th December, 7pm Please complete this order form, including payment details and return to Julia Nobes at College Reception by Monday 17th December.

Please contact College Reception on 8561 4200 with any questions.

DVD’s will be available for collection from Barossa Arts & Convention Centre office from 21st Jan. 2019

Order Details

DVD Quantity Cost $30* Each Year 12 Final Presentation (Friday 26th October)

Year 12 Valedictory Service (Wednesday 5th December)

Postage & Handling – add $10 (same whether ordering 1 or 2 DVD’s)

Payment required with order *Cost includes GST

TOTAL $

Payment and postage details

Student’s Name: ________________________________________ I will collect Please post

Postal Address: For sending DVD/s __________________________________________________________

Please complete payment details below: Payment Method: Credit Card Cash Cheque

I authorise payment to be made to the following credit card: Card Number

Expiry Date: ____________________ Card Verification Code: __ __ __

Card Holder’s _____________________________ Signature: ____________________________

Telephone Contact Number: _________________


130 MAGNOLIA ROAD, TANUNDAEvent details www.barossaconvention.org

Agent for

Wednesday 13th March8.00pm

Thursday, 14th FebruaryArrive 7pm for 7.30 Show

3 COURSE DINNER & 2 HOUR SHOW

LIMITED TICKETS

Saturday 23rd March8.00pm

Saturday 9th February8.00pm

LIMITED TICKETS


COMMUNITY NOTICES


COMMUNITY NOTICES

SANFL and SACA are excited to announce the inaugural girls footy and cricket holiday program.

Whether you are new to the games or have played for years, lace up your shoes and come on down to our GIRLS ONLY program.

8-16 year olds 9:30am – 12pmPark 25 | Cnr. Port Road and North Terrace, Adelaide

One Sport Monday 21st JanuaryChoose between cricket or football

Two Sports Monday 21st & Tuesday 22nd JanuaryLearn the skills and play cricket and football across two days

Every girl will receive a showbag! Footy participants will receive a football and drink bottle with every cricket participant receiving items, including a cap.

Girls Kicking Goals and Smashing Boundaries

$50 $90

To register now visit sanfl.com.au/schoolholidays

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