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Issue 36, 27 November 2019

Head of College Update Dear Colleagues,   Welcome to the final version of ‘Heads Up’ for 2019. In some ways, it is a relief to know that I do not have to write something for such publications for at least the next few weeks; but in other ways, I will... Need to know! The plan for the January Staff Professional Development days has been emailed. You can also access it here. For teachers, here is the outline for the Visible Learning Workshop. ISQ will send out an email to us all in January with instructions on how to complete the annual Child... Important Dates Escape for a moment... Christmas decorations are visible on houses and carols have been playing in supermarket aisles for weeks, but just in case you are yet to get into the Christmas spirit, this may just help…  Committee Updates A reminder for SSC staff who are attending the Staff Association end of year function - drinks and nibbles will be served in the Golfers Lounge at the City Golf Club from 6.30pm this Friday.  And, if you are participating in Secret Santa, these need to be in the... Development Opportunities Independent Schools Queensland (ISQ) have released their 2020 Professional Learning Prospectus which has hundreds of engaging professional learning and events, with more than 100 being offered outside the greater Brisbane and Coastal regions.  Log on to Connect&Learn to view events by region and topic.  Your views matter! The Leadership team is committed to building a great staff culture and environment, and the views of all staff are important. In Term 1, 2020, the College will be introducing a new, all-staff survey – Staff Pulse. This tool will complement existing structures and systems already in... Who was I? The final undercover staff member for the year has built their first house; enjoyed Stargate SG-1 as a child; has achieved a Dual Diploma; loves his wife and two kids; is inspired by meteorology; is embarrassed about the amount of takeaways and fast food he eats each... Many thanks to all the staff who have been willing to share some known, and not so known, facts about themselves this year: Char Grimes, Allison Busiko, Carissa Jaworska, Karen Watson, Amy McCabe, John Trappett, Bec Turner, Natalie Blackwell, Stephen Miegel, Chris Medill, David Heuschele, Nicarla Hindle, Tyrone Lanagan,... Concordia in the News The Year 12 Valedictory arrivals were featured in the Toowoomba Chronicle last week.  Staff Polo Shirt Feedback Thank you to those staff who have provided feedback and suggestions following the call out in the last Heads Up. Material samples are arriving this week and those staff who have provided feedback will be given the opportunity to check them out. All existing staff polo shirts... Health and Wellness - Self Care There are many things which can get in the way of prioritising ourselves and our own wellbeing on a daily basis. Whether it be dependent family members, the demands of a busy school term (or both), at the end of the working day it... ‘Whatever’ Days Today is Bavarian Cream Pie Day, so if you love pie, this is the day for you! Bavarian cream is believed to have been around since the middle ages. Its origin is believed to have been during the 17th and 18th century when French chefs cooked for the... Thank you to all contributors to Heads Up in 2019. Best wishes to all staff for a safe and relaxing festive period. And Happy Thanksgiving to those who are celebrating tomorrow! 

Issue 39, 4 March 2020

Head of College Update Dear Colleagues,   Thank you for the work that you are doing, yet often goes unnoticed. I have had some sensational feedback about the parent evenings held in the first half of this Term – these do not happen successfully unless staff are prepared to go... Need to know! International film crew on campus – The Film Guys Next week, Concordia will be hosting team members from an international production house that specialises in memorable and exciting videos that drive results. The Film Guys have an extensive history of creating entertaining, interesting and engaging videos for boarding... ____________________________________________________ The following College policies and guidelines have been updated. Please read and familiarise yourself with the requirements, as they relate to your role at the College. Facilities Hire and Use Guidelines (minor ammendments)Staff Code of Conduct (there are updated policy references and clearer direction that the appropriate use of electronic communication extends... Important Dates *Interhouse Cross Country Program – all campuses Visible Learning in Action  The Visible Learning Leadership Team is currently focusing on embedding and understanding more of the “science of learning”. Looking how we move from Surface to Deep to Transfer learning within our subjects and how we can shape our Year 9 “Learning Program” with these deliberate learning progressions.... Escape for a moment... A quarter of this year has almost passed, and change is permeating many aspects of our work and life. This short clip encourages us to accept that this is not the future, this is the ‘now’. Committee Updates The Health Safety and Wellbeing Committee met last week and you can read their meeting minutes here. SSC staff – please note that there is only 1 designated disabled parking space at the campus which is behind the CSI building. Just like public areas, this space needs to... TASS Updates Behind the scenes work is continuing with the configuration and trialling of many features in Teacher Kiosk, Parent Lounge and Student Café. Some of these include: School Fees Account and Payments in Parent Lounge to streamline administrative processes and improve the parent experience Staff leave applications through Teacher... Technology Last Friday (28/02/2020) all Adobe licences expired and Adobe requires every device to be licenced individually per user. If you haven’t already, please follow these instructions to active your licence. Please do not download/upgrade any new versions of Adobe on your device, as this will likely break the programs and your... Development Opportunities Further to Adrian’s recommendation, the AITSL teaching tips for this term cover a variety of topics, including: Students getting to know each other Colleague engagement Relaxation and mindfulness Getting to know parents and carers The importance of providing feedback Getting to know student needs Here are some of... Events A huge shout out to all women this Sunday, as it will be International Women’s Day. The theme this year is: Here is creative video reminding us that gender differences make no difference to children, so why should it matter to us.  Who was I? Who is studying to be a teacher; is related to a former staff member; when to school at Churchie; watches The Ozarks on Netflix; is obsessed with sport of any kind; is inspired by his Dad; has endured work on building sites; and has fond memories of... Who am I?  Can’t......bake Raised......3 children Embarrassed by......falling off a treadmill In my spare time I......enjoy yoga, the gym, walking, reading and sewing Inspired by......my parents Plan to......learn how to use a computer....properly Will......pass my driving test Auditioned for......the Royal Ballet Once I......sang in a concert in front of thousands,... Library News SSC Library learning spaces If you are wondering why there is a felt campfire in the library- it is because I am slowly aligning the areas in the library to better represent David Thornburg’s learning spaces model. There are waterholes and caves to come! Because we are a... Education in the News Five qualities of great teachers, Teacher Magazine Action research: Physical activity and student writing, Teacher Magazine Teaching 100 teachers: What this teenager is doing with Minecraft is mind-blowing, Microsoft Latest New QCE System update, QCAA Team Updates - BeYou Thank you for completing the BeYou Educator Survey. Your feedback will now inform the BeYou Action Groups as to the specific priorities for each campus.  Health and Wellness  As has been highlighted through a recent and tragic event in Brisbane, Domestic and Family Violence is unfortunately a common problem. It can take many forms including verbal and psychological abuse, or physical violence. The College’s Employee Assistance Program Partner, AccessEAP, is sensitive to the complexities that... Thank you! A significant thank you in advance to the following colleagues who are supporting the College at upcoming rural shows. The flow of visitors to the stand is often unpredictable, therefore if you are available to support any of the days, please contact Bianca.  In the Community - Pyjama Foundation Fundraiser I have been a Pyjama Angel for 3 and a half years.  I visit my young friend weekly during the school term for an hour.  We start our sessions with some reading and currently we are challenging each other with times tables.  We... LLL App The LLL is pleased to announce the release of their banking app! Established in 1921, LLL Australia is a charitable financial institution which provides savings accounts that are simple to operate, with a great interest rate and no fees or charges. The LLL has a variety of savings... ‘Whatever’ Days Today is World Maths Day!  NSW Education Mathematics teacher, Holly Millican, has created YouTube videos to share her strategies in teaching mathematics. If maths was this engaging when I was back at school, I am confident I would have achieved higher results! Here is just one of them.  The Bunya Pine For Sale: Orders can be placed with Pastor Chris either in person or email to pastorchris@live.com.au or haideejanetzki@hotmail.com  Recommendations: Toowoomba Golf Club is hosting a ‘Teachers Day’ every Thursday afternoon in Terms 1 and 4. Only $12 for 9 holes. __________________________________________________ It seems most bunya nuts have now... To attempt to reduce emails, if you have non-urgent messages or communications to staff groups, please email them to newsletter@concordia.qld.edu.au for inclusion in Heads Up. 

Issue 40, 18 March 2020

Head of College Update Dear Colleagues,   Well – where to start. As I write this article, I am not sure what to think about the current situation as it impacts on families, individuals and of course schools. I keep reminding myself that God has a plan and I am... Need to know! There is now a dedicated page on the College's website for parents in relation to Novel Coronavirus. Parents are also being informed via email, the College app, and Facebook.  All staff communications will be provided via email and forums/meetings as needed. In the event of an unexpected... ____________________________________________________ The following College procedures have been updated. Please read and familiarise yourself with the requirements, as they relate to your role at the College. Infection Control Staff Updates A further welcome to Lindsay Bovill, who has taken up the role of interim Business Manager until such time as we are in a position to advertise and make a permanent appointment to this important role.  Karen Watson (SSC)  has made significant and valued contributions over the last 18... Important Dates Escape for a moment... Cat videos are apparently the most watched items on YouTube due to their calming properties - over two million have been uploaded, which collectively, have been watched more than 25 billion times! We are all being urged to remain calm and sensible in our response to... Technology Plans are being enacted to utilise Seesaw (Junior College) and MS Teams (Middle and Senior College) for online student learning should classroom teaching be suspended. MS Teams will also be utilised by staff teams to maintain efficient communication with staff who may be unable to attend work. The College's... TASS Updates On April 6, TASS is releasing Version 52 and it brings some exciting new features and functionality of which you can see an overview below.  Development Opportunities The College embraces the philosophy of restorative practices as a key process to build harmonious relationships and resolve issues of concern or conflict, openly and respectfully. Restorative principles are used with students, staff and parents and encourage a culture of listening, personal awareness and responsibility. This is detailed... Feedback through Staff Pulse A huge thank you to the staff who have been participating in the staff pulse surveys through the TES for schools platform. Here is a snapshot of our areas of strength and areas for improvement. Ironically, the consistent feedback from the last 3 surveys is the 'lack of feedback'... Who was I? Who auditioned for the Royal Ballet; by her own admission, can't bake; raised 3 children; enjoys yoga, the gym (when she isn't falling off the treadmill), reading and sewing; is inspired by her parents; plans to use a computer (properly); will pass her driving test; and has... Who am I?  I was born...in Cairns My favourite childhood TV show was...Hogan's Heroes I have memorised...the Auslan alphabet I have met...the Bondi Lifeguards (memorable!) My favourite book is...The Power of One, by Bryce Courtenay I am currently reading...Rebel Minds, by Susan Rosenthal Sharing Learning The Queensland Department of Education has shared with ISQ, a link to an extensive list of open source/free online educational resources that they have sent to all state schools. In preparedness for the possibility of online learning, you are encouraged to view the resources available. Please note the... Library News Harmony Day/Week in the SSC Library The library has been celebrating Harmony day/week by showcasing books written by Australians of diverse backgrounds. We have also been inviting students and staff members up to the library to create their own orange accessory! You can made your very own orange butterfly... Concordia in the News Toowoomba couple tie the knot in first ever KFC wedding (not specifically Concordia, however Kate is a past student and her mum, Carlie, and her brother Jamie are both past staff members).  Education in the News How Do You Know They’ve Learned It? [Case Study: Quirindi High School, NSW], Corwin ________________________________ Behaviour Management: Effects of teacher praise and reprimands, Teacher Magazine 🕑 16 minutes listening (thank you to Carissa Jaworska for highlighting this resource) ________________________________ Federal Minister for Education Dan Tehan has announced new laws... Support through the International Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak Over the past couple of decades, we have experienced a number of diseases that have received global attention, including SARS, swine flu, equine flu, Influenza A and now the novel Coronavirus (Covid-19). Although these outbreaks have become part of life, it is common... ‘Whatever’ Days Welcome to Awkward Moments Day!  Awkward moments happen all the time, and to some of us more than others! For anyone who’s ever wished the ground would open up and swallow them, Awkward Moments Day is a celebration of all awkward moments. From walking out of a toilet with paper on a shoe, to realising you’ve... In an attempt to simplify communication methods, if you have non-urgent messages or communications to staff groups, please email them to newsletter@concordia.qld.edu.au for inclusion in Heads Up. 

Issue 41, 1 April 2020

Head of College Update Dear Colleagues,   As we head towards the holidays – thank you! It seems that the last Term has been a blur with drought, fire and Coronavirus all dominant features. Our community can only strengthen through these challenges, but there are times when we are seemingly... Need to know! Support staff received the following message from Adrian on Monday. If you are a support staff member and haven't yet viewed this, please do click on the link below.  _____________________________________________ Please read this updated Q&A for staff on the College's response to Coronavirus. As Adrian announced, there is a... Staff Updates Term 2 will see the return of some familiar faces. Emma Stewart (JC Teacher) will be returning from maternity leave to Hume Street Campus; as will Beth Ammenhauser (Chef) to the catering services team. Stephen Street Campus will also welcome back Marg Battle, who will be teaching in the... Important Dates Resources & support for online learning An extraordinary amount of resources are flooding inboxes and websites to support teachers with online learning. Here are some additional ones that you may not have seen as yet: This will be streamed at 9.00am for the eastern states of Australia and is free. Register... Escape for a moment... Technology Furthermore to all the online information that has been sent out already, we are pleased to let you all know that we have launched our CLC I.T. Helpdesk Team to all staff and students. You all should have received an email saying you are now part of the Team.... TASS Updates A reminder that over the holiday break, TASS is releasing Version 52 and it brings some exciting new features and functionality of which you can see an overview below.  Development Opportunities In our quest to learn more about Office 365, many additional features have been found, including the program 'Presenter Coach'. This can assist staff and students to build confidence and improve presentation skills. Here is a quick introductory video. Who was I? Which colleague amongst us was born in Cairns; watched Hogan's Heroes as a child (possibly also as an adult!); has memorised the Auslan alphabet; really enjoyed meeting the Bondi Lifeguards; most favourite book is "The Power of One" by Bryce Courtenay; and is currently reading 'Rebel Minds' by Susan Rosenthal?... Easter Prayer Friends, It is usual at this time that we would all gather together in worship for the end of Term 1 and as an opportunity to celebrate Easter together. Since we don’t this opportunity this year, I invite you to share in this devotion wherever you are. Pastor...

Issue 50, 16 September 2020

Head of College Update Dear Colleagues,   Thank you so much for the work and dedication that you have shown throughout this school term. I am not sure about you, but I have found this to be a very challenging few months (with not much relief) after a disrupted second... Need to know! Darren Pope has initiated a review of existing policies and processes catering for student needs through reasonable adjustments. This new Inclusive Education Policy written by Darren and endorsed by Leadership encompasses all learning contexts across the College’s learning community, and is an important stage in changing our... ____________________________________________________ The following College strategy has been updated to incorporate recent changes to the Blue Card system.  Please read and familiarise yourself with the requirements. Child Risk Management Strategy Important Dates Thank you to senior teachers! Thank you once again to our senior teachers who are delivering student support sessions (online and face to face) throughout the holiday period in preparation for the new external QCE exams in Term 4.  The full schedule can be accessed here.  Support for Year 12 students Given the Year 12 students have had a challenging year we are hoping to surprise every student with a “Study Survival Pack” as a gift for them but also way of acknowledging their journey and sending them into SWOTVAC knowing we have their back. The... Escape for a moment... We’ve made it to the end of Term 3 in the most extraordinary year. If you are feeling a bit ‘poorly’, take comfort that you are not staying at Fawlty Towers.  Development Opportunities Have you heard of The Australian Children’s Laureate Foundation? And, what even is a Laureate? Read more here on resources and professional development opportunities for primary and secondary teachers to enrich the lives of your Australians through the power of story, including monthly writing activities with the 2020-2021... Events A reminder of this exceptional and free online conference. Click here to register.  Teacher Feedback AITSL is exploring how teachers and leaders in schools across Australia can be supported to enhance their Indigenous cultural competency. It is exciting and important work that requires your insights and ideas to be truly effective. You can get involved by sharing your views on our latest discussion... Who was I? Which teacher went to school at Trinity Anglican School; had a copy of the highly coveted cassette tape The Greatest Love by Whitney Houston; has eaten crocodile; won’t ever jump out of a perfectly good plane; has raised four children who didn’t speak English; been awarded the... Sharing Learning  Brett Lee from Internet Safe Education talks about Cyberbullying in this 12 minute video. It starts with a somewhat confronting and powerful video of what online bullying would look like in real life.  Boarding Team Update It was hard to tell from the photos who had the most fun at the recent 70’s disco in boarding! Here are memorable photos of just some of the 12 staff members who support our boarding students 24/7.  Employee Benefits The College has a partnership with RemServ and PayWise for salary sacrificing options and here is some information provided by RemServ. To find out how you could potentially save, just book a one-on-one consultation with a RemServ salary packaging expert at a time that suits you.  Concordia in the News This article by thefilmguys provides a great insight into the behind the scenes work that went into the production of the College video and is well worth a read.  Health and wellness Are you interested in being involved in a FREE Health and Wellness Service? Do you want to reach your fitness goals, learn about healthy meal preparation, increase your mental wellbeing and gain greater social connections?  Located at Baillie Henderson Hospital, Southern Queensland Rural Health offers a student-led... In the Community Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is all about the FLOWERS this year. The feature floral-filled parks including Laurel Bank Park and the Botanic Gardens of Queens Park have garden beds bursting with colour, lush lawns and springtime wonder waiting for you to explore.    Participating cafes, restaurants and... ‘Whatever’ Days Today is Collect Rocks Day! This obscure day has only been commemorated since 2015, and despite clarity on its origins, it offers a good excuse to celebrate Earth and Science, to indulge your inner geologist, and to learn fascinating things about the material that make up the Earth’s... The Bunya Pine Recommendations: Toowoomba has its first Disc Golf Club. Go to Queensland Disc Golf to learn more. Toowoomba Regional Council, The Home Project: Mini Clay Bowls Online Workshop Thank you for your extraordinary efforts and support this term. Stay safe over the holiday period. 

Issue 81, 8 June 2022

Head of College Update Dear Staff The final edition of this term’s Heads Up has come around so quickly, they say that time flies when you are having fun! This has reminded me that a year ago, this week, I spent a week at Concordia meeting many faces as well... Pentecost Last week the church observed the important festival of Pentecost – after Easter and Christmas probably the third most important festival of the church year - and certainly foundational for the very existence of the church. Today I want to share a reflection on the traditional orthodox iconography of... Need to Know Staff Development DaysThe mid-year Staff Development Days will be held from 20-22 June. Please take a moment to view the schedule. All teachers and teaching assistants are asked to attend the project-based learning workshop on Tuesday, 21 June. For part-time staff this may require a revised work... Staff Intention Survey Reminder Each year we issue a short survey which supports the planning process for the next school year. All staff are asked to please click on the relevant link below and submit your responses by Monday, 13 June. Support Staff Intentions for 2023 Teaching Staff Intentions for... Committee Updates CLC Workplace Health, Safety and Wellbeing Committee The WHSW Committee met on 31 May. Please see the minutes. The next Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, 16 August. For Sale: Volkswagen Passat $14,999 negotiable The College is selling a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, Model: Passat CC 125TDI 6 Spd DSG. The car will be detailed and have a roadworthy completed before handing over. Please contact Tyrone Lanagan, Operations Manager for more information. Special Dates Special days that are taking place this fortnight: 13-19 June - International Men's Health WeekTuesday, 14 June - World Blood Donor DayThursday, 16 June - National Vegemite DayMonday, 20 June - World Refugee DayTuesday, 21 June - Winter Solstice Upcoming local events: Saturday, 11 June - Blacksmithing and... End of Term Staff EventPlease join us for drinks and nibblies at the City Golf Club on 22 June for the Social Committee end of term event. Who was I? I was born in Warwick and moved to Toowoomba 9 years ago after finishing high school. My greatest achievement is my 7 year old son, Blair. I love spending my time at our family farm outside of Tenterfield, camping or going to the beach. I’ve found a... Who am I? I was born in… Tamworth NSW My family... I have a younger sister who lives in Brisbane and is a teacher I've travelled to... over 50 countries. My favourite country is Poland. My favourite dish is ... chicken parmigiana My favourite activity is...whitewater rafting in Pacuare River... The Bunya Pine Emmanuel Community Library Emmanuel Lutheran Fellowship have started a lending library of Christian books, DVDs and other materials. It is located on the bookshelf at the entry to the chapel. All Concordia staff are welcome to use the library at any time. It runs on an honour... Escape for a moment... Following on from a great State of Origin match last night, we ask you to consider, how many men does it take to tackle a crocodile? Watch proud Queenslander Robert Irwin to find out more.

Issue 82, 20 July 2022

Head of College Update Dear Staff During the last week of the term break I had the wonderful opportunity to attend ACLE 6 [the Australian Conference of Lutheran Education] in Melbourne alongside 8 other Concordia staff members. This was my fourth ACLE Conference and in my humble opinion, by far... Different ways of knowing How do you cater for different learning styles and different ways of knowing in your classrooms? I suppose this is something we are all struggling with at times and we are journeying as a community as we seek to provide a contemporary education experience at our... Staff News Garth Calder (Student Counsellor) and wife Sarah welcomed their first child, Adelaide Joy, on 22 June. Congratulations Garth & Sarah! Staff Movements This term we welcome the following new staff: Jacob Hohnke, Residential Tutor SSCJoshua Biscoe, Teacher SSCTimothy Hamlyn, Teacher SSCHannah McConochie, Cleaner SSCSophie Crombie, OSHC Assistant WSCStephen McLady, Bus Driver SSC Need to Know COVID-19 Update Please see correspondence from Anton regarding the wearing of masks at Concordia. Vision Statements Survey A reminder to all teaching staff to complete the Draft Vision Statements Survey by this Friday, 22 July. Your timely input is needed in preparation for next Tuesday's meeting. Ranking... Career Opportunities Bus DriverWe are currently seeking a new part-time Bus Driver. This is a permanent part-time (term time) 25 hours per week position with additional casual hours available throughout the school year. Click here for more information. Who was I? I was born in Tamworth and I'm a die hard Blues supporter. I love to travel and I've travelled to over 50 countries with many more adventures on my wish list. My favourite country to date is Poland and one of my favourite adventures so far was... Who am I? I was born in… Northern NSW in a town called Glen Innes I have lived in... Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, as well as in NSW where I grew up I've travelled to... at least 20 countries and I think I love Ireland and Italy the... The Bunya Pine National Tree Day Toowoomba Regional Council will be undertaking their National Tree Day planting event on 3rd September 2022. New trees and shrubs will be planted out across three Toowoomba Region parks, as part of an initiative to increase the region’s urban forest population. This event is... Education in the News More than 800 selective school places set aside for disadvantaged NSW students By Danielle MaheABC News A new plan to reserve more than 800 places at selective schools for disadvantaged students will improve equity of access and level the playing field, NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell... Escape for a moment... In honour of the Horse's Birthday coming up on 1 August, we enjoy the talented work of child and horse in this clip from the America's Got Talent archives (stunts start at 2 minutes, 50 seconds).

Issue 83, 3 August 2022

Head of College Update Dear Staff Stronger Every Day! I recently saw the above slogan at a Health and Fitness Centre and it struck me that I should be reflecting on and applying this to the various areas which make up my daily journey. After returning from a Contemporary Learning... Statistics and God In recent weeks I have been privy to a number of webinars looking at the latest data from the 2021 Census and some other sociological research and data from our ever-changing society. I’m sure you are aware of the decline in people self-identifying as Christian in Australia,... Need to Know Term 3 Wellness Session Ali Palmer will be returning next week to facilitate the next staff wellness session. A reminder to please register for a session by following the link: Term 3 Wellness Session Commonwealth Census This year the Commonwealth Census will take place on Friday, 5... Valedictory Dinner Staff Invitation Career Opportunities Strings TutorWe are currently seeking a passionate Strings Tutor to provide individual tuition to strings students as well as conduct the College Strings Ensemble. The position is approximately 4.5 to 6.5 hours per week with potential for growth. Hours of work are negotiable and highly flexible. Residential TutorsWe... Teachers Save More with RACQ Bank As part of RACQ Bank's ongoing commitment to the education community, we have developed a range of discounts and benefits for teachers and education staff on our loans and term deposits. Our teachers' offers are one of the ways RACQ Bank recognises Queensland teachers... Who was I? I was born in Glen Innes and have lived in Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast beforecoming to Toowoomba. I have travelled to over 20 countries and I love Ireland and Italy the most. In addition to travel, I love painting and drawing, relaxing at the beach... Who am I? I was born in… Melbourne I have lived in... China & Tasmania I've travelled to... New Zealand, Pacific and Asia My favourite dish is ... breakfast I'm currently watching... The Split, Too Close & Schitts Creek My favourite joke... I don't need one, life is funny enough... Wellness with AccessEAP 5 Health Pillars There are many ways to exhale, and one particularly helpful one is cleaning out the unnecessary and outdated information in our brains. Like a spring clean in our house or car, a cleanout of the mind requires taking time and reflecting on all aspects... The Bunya Pine National Tree Day Toowoomba Regional Council will be undertaking their National Tree Day planting event on 3rd September 2022. New trees and shrubs will be planted out across three Toowoomba Region parks, as part of an initiative to increase the region’s urban forest population. This event is... Education in the News Can Hospitals Help Us Address the Teacher Shortage? By Shannon Meyerkort A proposal to adopt a clinical-style model which embeds student teachers in schools only months into their training is being proposed as one solution to the growing teacher shortage crisis. A roundtable meeting on August... Escape for a moment... Some of our fellow earth dwellers are off to a cracking start in 2022, creating a bunch of weird and wonderful new world records for us to enjoy.

Issue 84, 17 August 2022

Head of College Update Dear Staff Last weekend’s Art in Focus showcase again affirmed the strength of our learning programmes, the calibre of student who attends Concordia every day as well as the exceptional staff who guide and influence the student’s journey so positively. What an incredible event it turned... Celebration! Did you get to attend the inaugural Arts in Focus event on Saturday at the Armitage Centre? I must say I really enjoyed the event and loved the idea of combining various arts, music, drama, dance, visual arts, giving our students the chance to showcase their skills and learning... Staff Movements Next week we farewell Timothy Hamlyn on the 24th and thank him for his time teaching Science and HASS at Stephen Street. We wish him well in his new role, teaching Latin in Sydney. Elisabeth Smit will be returning to Concordia to take on the teaching role vacated... Need to Know Timesheets A reminder to all staff that timesheets cannot be submitted for a future date. Timesheets are to be submitted in a timely manner for work already performed. This includes timesheets submitted for camp allowance. Gender Equality Policy The existing Gender Equality Policy has been reviewed and... Valedictory Dinner Staff Invitation A reminder to RSVP for the Valedictory Dinner by 31 August. Career Opportunities Relief Operations StaffWe are currently seeking expressions of interest for School Cleaners & Kitchen Hands, to join a casual pool of relief staff. Hours of work will be between 6am and 7pm, Monday to Friday, as required. To be successful in the role the applicant will have good... Salary Packaging with Paywise As you may be aware, you can save on tax by salary packaging various items, paying for them from your pre-tax income. This increases your take home pay. An overview of the salary packaging options available in the education sector is available on Paywise's website. Please... Who was I? I was born in Melbourne and have lived in China and Tasmania, before relocating to Toowoomba. I have travelled around New Zealand, the Pacific and Asia. My greatest achievement is my wonderful family and I enjoy spending time with my family, watching my son play hockey, reading,... Who am I? I was born in… Brisbane I've travelled to... Tasmania, so I have been overseas Places I've worked... volunteering in a Vinnies Op Shop. It was really fun but not fun on the wallet though. I aspire to... be a Secondary Teacher and a Visual Artist My favourite... The Bunya Pine InStudio Art Trail Over four massive weekends in August, the InStudio Art Trail is back in 2022! The wonderful artists of the High Country Hamlets region are opening their doors to the public! Experience and enjoy a relaxing drive through the creative studios, insightful exhibitions, and have... Bright Ideas With Wendy Bowen This is a link to Louka Parry - Change One Thing “How we define and understand success”. What might success look like in the future for Concordia? How do we want our future students at Concordia to demonstrate what is successful? “We need to innovate... Escape for a moment... In recognition of Science Week, we enjoy the world record for the largest elephant toothpaste fountain.

Issue 85, 31 August 2022

Head of College Update Dear Staff As we move into the final weeks of Term 3, it’s our senior cohorts at the Junior and Senior campuses who are part of the busyness of moving through rites of passage and closing events. For our Year 12 students their focus over these... Walk my Way 2022 You may have seen the advertisements for Walk my Way in chapel or the Week Ahead. Here is a bit more information about it all: Walk my Way is an initiative of ALWS (Australian Lutheran World Service), who work closely with Lutheran World Service in supporting... Staff Movements This fortnight we have welcomed Hannah Weier as the OSHC Coordinator at Warwick Street and Claire Simpson as the Administration Officer at Stephen Street. Next week we farewell Georgie Meecham and wish her well as she prepares for the arrival of bub. We welcome Felicity Mohr in the... Need to Know Professional Relationships Tensions can rise at this time of year for both staff and students and this serves as a timely reminder of your rights and responsibilities in relation to the Code of Conduct and Respectful Relationships Policy. We all have the right to feel safe and... Career Opportunities Teacher - Middle & Senior EnglishWe are seeking a passionate, highly professional and suitably qualified teacher with a demonstrated ability and interest in teaching Middle Years English, with the ability to teach Senior English being highly desirable. This is a permanent full-time appointment, commencing January 2023. Residential TutorsWe... Book Week 2022 A big thank you to everyone who got into the spirit and helped make Book Week special. Who was I? I was born in Brisbane and I've travelled to Tasmania, so I can say I've been overseas. I enjoy learning new things and when I'm not studying you can often find me watching YouTube videos and TEDTalks. My favourite sport is car racing and my favourite quote... Who am I? I was born in... Geelong I have lived in... Queenscliff, Ocean Grove, Guyra, Coffs Harbour, the Gold Coast and now Toowoomba I have travelled to... New Zealand and Bali My favourite dish is... lasagna I enjoy... waterskiing, swimming, camping, shooting, reading novels, dancing and spending time with... Wellness with AccessEAP 10 Tips on How to Have a Conversation on R U OK? Day R U OK? Day is on 8 September this year. You don’t have to be an expert to support someone going through a tough time. You just need to be able to listen to... The Bunya Pine Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers There are events happening across the region from 1 - 30 September with the Floral Parade taking place on 17 September. For more information, please click here. If you have an event you would like to promote, please contact Lynda in HR and... Education in the News A Sydney high school banned mobile phones. It had dramatic results. By Andrew TaylorThe Sydney Morning Herald7 August 2022 A Sydney high school has seen a dramatic decrease in behavioural issues and a boost in physical activity and students talking to each other just two months... Escape for a moment... In recognition of Father's Day, this edition we celebrate the male role models in our lives and the things the definitely do not say.

Issue 91, 1 February 2023

Head of College Update Dear Staff You know that you have had a good holiday when you “just know” you are ready to return to work. When the break is long enough to disconnect, relax and focus on the things that matter, one can’t help but feel inspired to get... The train has left the station! Do you like trains? Growing up in Germany we rode trains a lot. I was 16 before we got our first car as a family, a little sky blue Trabant, we so we used all forms of public transport, including trains a lot, as... Staff Movements Carolyn Lynch from Hume Street Campus will be acting in the role of Registrar until 3 March while Michelle Price takes a well-deserved break. This week we welcome Sera Staples to the role of Residential Tutor and farewell Marlon Mandarino from boarding. Staff News Joshua Biscoe (SSC Teacher/Boarding) married Britney Holloway (Boarding) in December. Congratulations to the happy couple! Need to Know Professional Growth Framework (Teaching Staff) As a part of our collective journey as life-long learners, we're excited to roll out the new Professional Growth Framework for Teaching Staff this year. A reminder to all teaching staff that you need to identify a suitable Professional Learning Partner and... Wellness with Access EAP Why did I just do that? Applying Emotional Intelligence at Work We’ve all done it. It seemed like the right thing to say or do at the time – maybe we thought it would sound witty or be deeply appreciated. Or maybe it was a knee-jerk... The Bunya Pine Rugby League Darling Downs School Sports 2023 Officials Vacancies A reminder that the Darling Downs School Sports Board is still looking to fill multiple vacancies for team officials. A full list can be found here. An application form can be found on their website. Car for Sale... Escape for a moment... This issue we enjoy a talented performance from the not-so-secret drum corp.

Issue 92, 15 February 2023

Head of College Update Dear Staff As we head towards the middle of Term 1, I need to remind myself of the magnitude of the journey which we are on as a College. Sacred cows continue to be challenged and traditions fine-tuned while at the same time we honour and... Lent We are in Week 4 already – doesn’t time fly! Next Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, which has nothing to do with the bushfires that occurred on that day some years ago. However, the ashes this day is named after are the burned remains of the previous year’s palm fronds... Staff Movements This fortnight we welcome Sam Wolter to the role of Residential Tutor and Mariette van Vuuren to the role of Publications and Marketing Officer. Career Opportunities Junior College Chaplain The College is seeking a passionate and suitably qualified Junior College Student Wellbeing Chaplain who will work as part of a team to support student and school community wellbeing through the provision of pastoral care initiatives. This is a fixed-term, part-time term-time role, working approximately... Need to Know Professional Growth Framework (Teaching Staff) A friendly reminder to please let the HR Office know who your Professional Learning Partner is, by 24 February. A big thank you to those of you who have already done this. Staff Wellness and Pastoral Care Questionnaire A friendly reminder to... Education in the News What is ChatGPT and why are schools and universities so worried about students using AI to cheat? Janelle MilesABC News24 January 2023 Generative AI ChatGPT offers endless opportunities to seek an answer to any question you've ever had, but its creation has also been met with... Who am I? I was born in... Sydney I have lived... on the Gold Coast I have travelled to... Indonesia, Japan, USA, The Bahamas, Vanuatu, New Zealand and Fiji My favourite food... is sushi My favourite pastime... is camping trips with friends My favourite sport... is rugby league Likes... surfing,... The Bunya Pine March on Challenge This March, Ross Pieper is conquering 192km to support our veterans and their families. Every dollar raised will support Soldier On's life changing mental health services and programs to help prevent veteran suicide and save lives. Right now, our veterans are 2.2 times more... Escape for a moment... This issue we marvel at the magic of Cosentino...

Issue 93, 1 March 2023

Head of College Update Dear Staff As we find ourselves in the belly and at times in the “trenches” of what is already the middle of Term 1, we need to remind ourselves about what has been achieved with every learner in our care. I hope that the upcoming assessment... Embrace the Possibilities Week 6 - we are fully immersed in the busyness of the term and already over ½ way! Doesn’t time fly? Routines are hopefully working for you now, you are getting to know your classes and students, especially the new students, and of course we are all... Staff Movements This fortnight we welcome Lisa Goldsworthy as a new Lead Educator at Hume Street Kindy, Eugenie Hernandez as Early Childhood Teacher at Warwick Street Kindy, Nick Morgan as Learning Assistant at WSC and Jackie Lasserre as a new Cleaner. Career Opportunities Educator We are seeking a fixed term part-time Educator to join our friendly and dedicated team. This is a 12-month contract position (with the possibility of extension) and will work 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday. In this role, you will make a positive difference in the lives of... Need to Know Policy Updates The Child Protection Policy, Child Risk Management Strategy and Respectful Relationships Policy have been reviewed and updated. Please take the time to review the documents and ensure that you're familiar with the requirements. The Administration and Management of Medications Policy has been updated and a... Who was I? I was born in Sydney and have lived on the Gold Coast. I have travelled to Indonesia, Japan, USA, The Bahamas, Vanuatu, New Zealand and Fiji. My favourite food is sushi. I enjoy camping with friends, surfing, golfing and fishing. My favorite sport is rugby league. The... Wellness with Access EAP Courageous Conversations From time to time we all encounter situations where we need to have a constructive conversation with someone. It may be that your job requires you to have these conversations with people on a regular basis. A common myth is that raising the issue... The Bunya Pine March on Challenge This March, Ross Pieper is conquering 192km to support our veterans and their families. Every dollar raised will support Soldier On's life changing mental health services and programs to help prevent veteran suicide and save lives. Right now, our veterans are 2.2 times more... Escape for a moment... This issue we share in the escapades of a young penguin finding his way in the world. It goes to show that all toddlers and parents share relatable experiences.

Issue 94, 15 March 2023

Head of College Update Dear Staff I can hardly believe that I am already writing my article for the Week 8 Heads Up edition. A fortnight ago I referenced being in the “belly and trenches” of the current term and now the end goal, affirmations and celebrations, albeit during the... Learning to serve, serving to learn This week I managed to participate in a seminar put on by World Vision and the Barna research group, presenting some global research into Generation Z, the present cohort of teenagers. They called this generation the Open Generation, as they present as curious and... Staff Movements This fortnight we welcome Tracey O'Shea as relief Administration Officer, Denise White as relief Cleaner and Albert Roberts as relief Grounds/Maintenance Person. Career Opportunities Live-In Residential Tutors The College has an opportunity for live-in Boarding Assistants in our boys and girls boarding community. You will provide 15 hours of supervision per week during school term time, assisting with the daily routines, evening study and weekend activities. In return, you will receive free... Need to Know Staff Development Days Feedback A friendly reminder to please complete the survey about staff development days by following the link. The feedback you provide will help us to plan future development activities at the College. Please only respond to questions that are relevant to you. Responses are... Who am I? I was born and raised in... Toowoomba and then spent 10 years in Hervey Bay before venturing back home with a husband and two children in tow in 2017. We now live on our little piece of paradise in Gowrie Junction. I have travelled... extensively in Central,... The Bunya Pine Toowoomba Royal Show The Toowoomba Royal Show is being held from 30 March - 1 April. For information and tickets, please follow the link. Meatstock Meatstock 2023 is being held at the Toowoomba Showgrounds on 14-15 April. For more information please see their website. Market Days Aberfeldy... Escape for a moment... This issue we go behind the scenes and take a sneak peek at the making of Avatar: The Way of the Water.

Issue 108, 22 November 2023

Head of College Update Dear Staff With only two days to go with students we have made it to the end of another year of teaching and learning at Concordia. What a year it has been! Thank you to each and every one of you for the role that you... Christmas! As another (school) year comes to an end, perhaps there is a little time to look back and reflect: What memories have you created in 2023? What have you learned? Where have you grown? What challenges did you overcome? What goals have you achieved? As you do that, I... Need to Know Staff Development Days For your information, please see below the schedules for upcoming staff development days. If you have any questions, please contact your supervisor or the HR Office.  Staff Development Days November Staff Development Week Program __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WHSW Meeting Minutes The Workplace Health, Safety and Wellbeing Committee held... Who was I? I was born in Pretoria and I have travelled to Namibia, Mozambique, Portugal, Spain, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, France, Monaco, Luxembourg, England, Scotland, Wales and The Seychelles but it's not nearly enough, there are so many more places to explore! My favourite food is pastries all the... The Bunya Pine Staff Function A reminder that all staff are warmly invited to attend our end of term staff drinks. Details are as follows: Toowoomba City Golf ClubAmbrose Bar areaFriday, 24 November 2023From 3:30pmBar tab and platters from 4:00pm – 5:00pmFamily and friends are welcome to join from 5:00pmRSVP by... Escape for a moment... Take a look at how scientists are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to decode animal languages.