Compass no. 789

This year’s International Women’s Day theme of “Give to Gain” reminds us of the empowering nature of collaboration and generosity. When as individuals and as communities we celebrate diversity and see people as one, free of bias and discrimination we create space for people to utilise their gifts to lift themselves and those around them. In many countries around the world such as Australia, women are able to access high quality education and a breadth of career pathways. All people are lifted when one person is lifted. Within Australia, we each need to play our part to ensure as we come together as women and men from different cultures and backgrounds we see each other as one and look for opportunities to lift to expand opportunity and belonging within our homes and work places. International Women’s Day is an invitation for each of us to reflect on the unconscious biases we may hold. We are encouraged to “see” and be proactive in broadening connection and possibility through collaboration and generosity.

God invites us to use our gifts in service of our neighbour out of love for God, ourselves and people. We are invited to see ourselves as “one”. Where we genuinely see each other, we connect with generosity, valuing the strengths and collaborating to expand opportunity and belonging.

Sometimes within our workplaces and within community, there are those who remain quiet so they fit in. Listening for the silences and inviting small steps of connection can be empowering and enriching for individuals, families, schools, workplaces and community groups. Pacific students and family members have high levels of connection and influence on the Coast. We can make a significant difference and be enriched by being conscious of the spoken and the unspoken and being generous in our connections. By choosing to make a difference for one person by one small act of kindness we make the world a better place. We create a ripple of connection that brings light into people’s lives. 

Our College Captains have all performed well at the recent Lions Youth of the Year Competition held at the Lions Clubs of Kawana and Caloundra. We congratulate Noah, Joseph, Orly and Ned on their very capable participation and Isla on winning the Caloundra branch competition. We thank Mrs Rae Hall on her support of our captains and wish Isla all the best for her next round of competition.

Parent Connectors play an important role in supporting families to develop a sense of belonging to the College across Prep-12. Acting Head of P-5 Staff and Student Engagement, Mrs Ali Wedding provides details of the role and a link for individuals to volunteer within her article later in the newsletter. Thank you to those parents who have already nominated.

We congratulate our T20 Cricket team who performed well to be placed second in the Sunshine Coast Secondary Schools T20 competition. Well done to the boys and thank you to Mr Stuart Pohlner for his leadership of the team. Congratulations to our swimmers who now progress to representing the Sunshine Coast region at the Queensland Schools’ State Swimming Championships. 

Year 3-12 families are reminded that they should fill the car parks at the top of the College rather than stopping and blocking the entry to the Year 3-12 car park. We encourage Middle and Senior College families to delay their collection time to after 3:20pm where possible. This will result in a much shorter wait time and assist in the general flow of traffic around the College in the afternoons. We thank you for your assistance in keeping our children and community safe.

May God give us the generosity of spirit to see and celebrate the strengths of each other and to extend opportunities to connect and collaborate meaningfully.

Dr Bronwyn Dolling, Principal 

Tuesday morning, Pastor Mark and I, along with nine students, attended the Annual Ecumenical Service held at Good Samaritan Catholic College. It was wonderful to see so many colleges from across the Sunshine Coast gather for a morning of prayer, worship, and fellowship. Although we came from different denominations, we shared the same heart and purpose, to spread the gospel and share God’s love within our schools and throughout our communities.

The theme of the service was compassion, with the message centred on Luke 10:25–37, The Good Samaritan. I have always loved how Jesus used storytelling to communicate his truth. His parables not only answer questions but also provide practical examples of how we are called to live.

In the story, a man is robbed, beaten, and left on the side of the road to die. Three men pass by, a priest, a Levite, and a Samaritan, yet only one chooses to stop and help. Most likely, the injured man was a Jew. Historically, Jews and Samaritans were considered enemies, which makes it even more powerful that the one who showed mercy was the Samaritan.

Through this story, Jesus challenges our understanding of what it truly means to love our neighbour. Loving others is not limited to those who are close to us or those within our comfort zones. Compassion crosses boundaries. It is not motivated by obligation or duty, but by genuine love. True compassion sees a need and responds, regardless of differences, inconvenience, or expectation. It requires us to make a choice, to live out God’s will over our own.

As we reflected on this message, we were reminded that we are called to be people who show compassion without boundaries — in our classrooms, in our friendships, and in our wider community. May we be willing to stop, to see, and to act with hearts that reflect the love of Christ.

Mrs Larissa Whincop, Chaplaincy & Wellbeing Officer

Our Academic Pacific Action Group Captains Isabella and Charlie in Year 12 spoke at the Middle College assembly this week, providing Middle College students with words of encouragement and guidance as they prepare to sit NAPLAN testing. Isabella and Charlie reminded students that NAPLAN is a part of the College program, and an opportunity for Year 7 and Year 9 students to monitor the development of their knowledge and understanding over time, and to get feedback about the progress they are making.

They explained that being well prepared with the correct equipment, including headphones, would help to feel calm, positive and purposeful as students sit the tests. 

Reflecting on their own experience, our College leaders encouraged students to sleep well, eat well and plan well so their results are a true reflection of learning progress.

Mrs Jo Belchamber, Head of Learning Middle College

One of the strongest predictors of student engagement and learning success is a simple but powerful concept: belonging. When students feel known, they are more likely to take risks in learning and build positive relationships with others.

Children who experience a strong sense of belonging at school demonstrate higher levels of engagement, positive behaviours, and stronger academic outcomes. As one student recently shared with me, “When I think people are looking at me, I try harder because they give me extra confidence.”

At Pacific Lutheran College, this belief sits at the heart of the Pacific Way. Belonging begins with how we greet one another, how we listen, and how we respond when things go wrong. Another student reflected, “If you make a mistake, teachers help you fix it and that makes me feel relieved and safe.”

Belonging often looks quite simple, but it can be deeply meaningful:

• “Teachers say my name and smile at me, and I feel like I belong.”
• “I know who to go to if I feel worried.”
• “People invite me to join in to games.”

Belonging grows when we model the same care and respect we hope to see in our students. One child put it beautifully: “When teachers help each other, I feel calm and cared for.”

Belonging is everyone’s responsibility. Each interaction on the playground, in the classroom, at the gate, or in the staffroom adds to the story our students tell themselves about our College.

When people feel they belong, they are more willing to engage, learn and grow. As one student simply said, “School is better when you feel like you belong.” At Pacific, let’s continue to be a community where every child and adult knows that they are seen and valued, and that they belong.

Parent Connectors 

Families received an email earlier this week regarding Parent Connectors. A great strength of the Pacific learning journey has always been the willingness of parents and families to support the College community by involvement in activities that strengthen relationships and foster opportunities for our students, staff and parents.

The Friends of Pacific (FoP) play a vital role in strengthening the Pacific community. Throughout the year the FoP are responsible for the organisation of a variety of events that support student connection as well as many other initiatives such as trivia nights and the biannual OCEANfest. 

With the support of the FoP, expressions of interest are being sought for Parent Connectors across year levels. The role of a Parent Connector will be to serve as a link between the College and our community through a range of activities such as welcoming new families and providing social opportunities within year levels. 

Please reach out if you are interested in being involved in this way – you are welcome!

• Prep - 5 - CLICK HERE
• Year 6 -12 - CLICK HERE

Mrs Ali Wedding, Acting Head of Staff and Student Engagement P-5

As our students begin planning for life beyond school, there are some exciting opportunities available to help them explore pathways, gain valuable experience and work towards their future goals.

START QUT – Experience University While at School

The START QUT program at Queensland University of Technology gives Year 11 and 12 students the opportunity to trial university subjects while still at high school.

Through START QUT, students can:

• Explore potential study areas
• Experience university life firsthand
• Attend lectures, tutorials and workshops alongside current QUT students
• Learn about the differences between high school and university study

This is a fantastic way to gain confidence, clarify career interests and set yourself up for future success.

START QUT Webinar

6:00pm – 7:30pm, Tuesday 31st March 2026 

This webinar will provide information about eligibility requirements, what’s involved in studying a university subject during high school, and how to apply. Participants will also hear from past students about their experiences in the program. Register here

Creative Arts Open Day – Griffith University

Students interested in creative industries are encouraged to attend the Creative Arts Open Day at Griffith University.

17th May 2026. This event is an excellent opportunity to explore creative arts programs, tour facilities, meet lecturers and learn more about future study and career pathways in the arts. Register here for update on Open Day

AMEB Grading Levels – QCE Points

From Grade 4 onwards, eligible Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) qualifications can contribute points towards the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE), provided full examination requirements are met.

To ensure AMEB qualifications are recognised towards the QCE please do the following:

Year 10 and 11 students

• Provide your registration date and LUI number to the AMEB Qld State Office.

Year 12 students

1. Complete AMEB examinations meeting full requirements.
2. Provide your LUI number to the AMEB Qld State Office by 31st October each year.

Students undertaking music studies are encouraged to review recognised qualifications and ensure all requirements are met within the required timeframe.

How to Book a Careers Appointment

Senior College students are encouraged to take ownership of their career planning by booking a careers appointment through the Careers Bookings Calendar.

Students can:

• Select the type of career-related appointment required
• Invite parents to attend (in person or via Zoom)
• Manage bookings independently

As a courtesy, students must check with their teacher before missing all or part of a lesson to attend an appointment.

Appointments can be booked via the Pacific Lutheran Careers Support link here (Office365) or by scanning the QR code.

Mrs Veronica Sanmarco, Head of Career Development

We are now past the midpoint of the term and heading into the final stretch. While this time can bring a sense of accomplishment and anticipation for the holidays, it can also present challenges for students across all year levels.

By the second half of term, many students begin to feel the cumulative effects of busy schedules, assessment deadlines, co-curricular commitments and social demands. For younger College students, this may show up as increased tiredness, emotional ups and downs, or difficulty concentrating. In the Middle College, friendship dynamics and academic expectations can feel more intense. Senior College students may be managing multiple assessments, external pressures, or thinking ahead to exams and post-school pathways.

It is important to remember that feeling tired, flat, or less motivated at this stage of term is normal. Just as adults experience dips in energy during busy periods at work, students can feel the build-up of sustained effort over time.

There are several practical ways families can support students through these final weeks:

Prioritise Rest and Routine

Consistent sleep, balanced nutrition, and predictable routines are powerful protective factors. As assessment schedules increase, ensuring students are well rested will support focus, mood and overall wellbeing.

Break Tasks into Manageable Steps

Large assignments and multiple deadlines can feel overwhelming. Encourage your child to break tasks into smaller, achievable goals and create a simple plan. Visual checklists can build momentum and reduce stress.

Normalise the Experience

Acknowledging that the end of term can feel demanding helps students feel understood. Simple statements such as, “It’s been a big term — it’s okay to feel a bit tired,” can reduce pressure and open the door to conversation.

Keep Communication Open

Regular, low-pressure check-ins are often more effective than formal conversations. Asking questions like, “What’s been the most challenging part of this week?” or “What’s one thing you’re proud of?” encourages reflection and problem-solving.

Emphasise Effort and Growth

While results and reports are important, focusing on effort, persistence and improvement reinforces resilience and a healthy approach to learning.

Protect Downtime

Unstructured time, physical activity, creative outlets and social connection all help regulate stress. Even short breaks between study sessions or family time without devices can make a noticeable difference.

Model Healthy Coping

Students take cues from the adults around them. Demonstrating balanced work habits, positive self-talk and healthy stress management sends a strong message about resilience.

As we approach the end of term, small adjustments at home can have a significant impact on how students feel and perform. With encouragement, structure and understanding, students can navigate these final weeks with confidence and finish the term feeling capable and supported.

Mr Brendan Macaulay, Head of Student Counselling and Mrs Amanda Kratzmann, College Counsellor

What are the pros and cons of e-bikes and e-scooters? This was one of the two impromptu questions Captain Isla and Vice-Captains Joseph and Noah had to respond to on Saturday and the Lions Club of Caloundra’s round of The Lions Youth of The Year Competition.  All our captains delivered excellent prepared speeches to impress the audience and judges.  Captain Isla was announced as winner of the event and will represent the Caloundra Lions and Pacific Lutheran College at the next round of the competition later in March. 

In the Lions Youth of the Year competition, the majority of the points are earned when students speak about the range of College and community involvements they have, and they also face a general knowledge interview panel.  Thirty of the 100 marks available are allocated to the three speeches they present at the event.  Once the unseen impromptu speech topics are delivered, students think on their feet and speak thoughtfully about those for two minutes.  The prepared speech allows students to share their stance on a topic of their choice. 

We congratulate Isla, Noah and Joseph on their excellent performances at this event and thank the Lions for the opportunity to be part of such a prestigious competition promoting the excellence of our young people. 

We wish Isla all the best as she heads to the next round of the competition.

Mrs Rae Hall, Head of Department - English

Driving Our Students Forward: Join Our Dedicated Bus Team

Our College Bus Drivers play a vital role in the daily life of our community, providing safe, reliable and professional transport for students to and from school. Each day, they are entrusted with the wellbeing of our young people, ensuring every journey begins and ends with care, consistency and a strong commitment to safety.

We are proud of our dedicated and experienced team, who set a high standard through their professionalism, calm approach and genuine care for students and families. Supporting their work is our newly refreshed, branded fleet of buses, modern, well-presented vehicles that reflect the pride we take in delivering a safe and high-quality transport service.

An exciting opportunity is now available to join this valued team. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families, contributing positively to their daily school experience.

We are seeking someone who is dependable, safety-focused and who takes pride in their work and upholds the highest standards of conduct. If you are interested in joining our dedicated team of bus drivers, please read more about the role and position criteria HERE. 

Mrs Sam Dennison, HR and Compliance Officer

Our Town is a timeless three-act play written by American playwright Thornton Wilder in 1938. Famously described by Edward Albee as “the greatest American play ever written,” the production captures life in the fictional town of Grover’s Corners between 1901 and 1913, revealing the beauty and significance found in the everyday moments of ordinary people.

Students were cast last year and have been rehearsing with dedication and enthusiasm since the beginning of Term 1. We look forward to seeing our talented Pacific students bring this much-loved classic to life on stage at the Caloundra Events Centre in late May.

Students involved in the production are required to purchase a Production T-shirt. Payment of $25 (card preferred) is to be made at Main Reception prior to rehearsals on Thursday 12th March. The t-shirt is to be worn to all rehearsals once they have become available.

As we prepare to head to school each morning and return home in the afternoons, let's take a moment to reflect on the responsibility we share when navigating the roads, pathways, and bikeways around our College.

These routes are used not only by our students and parents, but also by the surrounding and wider community. We all have a duty to use them safely and correctly. Students are encouraged to crossroads at designated zones, wear appropriate safety gear, and always double-check their surroundings before stepping off footpaths or refuge islands. Parents, your support in reinforcing these safety messages is greatly appreciated.

For parents and guardians commuting by car, please use the designated drop-off and pick-up points in the Senior and P-2 car parks. Woodlands Boulevard and Red Cedar Drive are no stopping zones and should not be used for pick-up or drop-off. Vehicles are to move with the flow of the traffic along Woodlands Boulevard when entering the designated car parks for pick and drop off. To ensure the safety of all students, please enter the appropriate car parks for these purposes and comply with Queensland road rules. Parents using the Year 3-12 car park should drive through to car parks at the top of the College and aim to arrive close to 3pm. Families with Middle and Senior College students should arrive after 3:15pm.

Below are shared safety practices from the Department of Transport and Main Roads

STOP, DROP and GO

• Queue Up: Join the line of cars and move forward as space opens, like a taxi rank.
• Stop Briefly: Pull into the designated bay and stop for a maximum of two minutes.
• Drop/Pick Up Quickly: Let children exit from the passenger side onto the footpath immediately; they should be ready with bags.
• Stay in Your Car: Drivers should generally stay in the vehicle unless helping with seatbelts.
• Move On: Drive away as soon as the child is safely out (or in) to allow the next car to use the zone. 

WHAT TO AVOID

• Parking: Do not leave your vehicle unattended or park in the zone.
• Waiting: If your child isn’t ready, drive around the block and re-join the queue.
• Blocking: Do not overtake other cars in the zone or block other users.
• Road Obstruction: Do not block surrounding roads. If you are waiting to turn into Car Park 1 or Car Park 2 and traffic is backed up beyond the entrance, you must continue driving. Vehicles cannot remain stationary on the road and obstruct traffic flow.
• Late Arrivals: Do not enter the zone before dismissal time to avoid congestion with early Prep pickups.

KEY RULES for STOP, DROP and GO

• Purpose: For quick drop-offs/pick-ups only, not parking.
• Time Limit: Strictly enforced (usually 2 minutes) to prevent congestion.
• Safety: Use passenger-side doors; it's dangerous to have kids get out on the roadside. 

Mrs Sam Dennison, HR and Compliance Officer

Project Paws was created in 2025 by 4 Pacific College Year 8 Girls for their entry into the National Future Problem Solving competition. These students are now preparing for the international competition to be held in Indiana in June and are working hard to continue to educate our Pacific community about the importance of responsible pet ownership.

Did you know that puppies have double the energy of adults, while working dogs have triple?

You can help by making sure that your pets are exercised regularly.

Enrichment of the week

Fill a cardboard box or container up with different toys, papers and materials. Scatter treats into different layers of the container and let your pet forage for the treats.

Do you know which Pacific family this pet belongs to?

Tayla, Alani, Louise and Ayla - Pacific Plus Year 8

At Pacific, scholarships power possibility, where curious minds connect and ideas take flight.

 Applications are now open for 2027 Academic, General Excellence, Music and Sport Scholarships for Year 6 to Year 11 students. 

Visit our website to learn more and apply today. Applications close Friday 6th March 2026.

Queensland Health School Immunisation Program Reminder Year 7 and 10

Year 7 Immunisation program reminder

Queensland Health is offering a free School Immunisation Program to all Year 7 students to protect against the following vaccine preventable diseases. An email was sent to parents on Monday 2nd of March:

• Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine (1 dose)
• Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough) (dTpa) combined vaccine (1 dose)

Ozcare is engaged to provide the immunisation service. The team of registered nurses from Ozcare will be attending Pacific Lutheran College on: Tuesday 19th May 2026

The online consent form and all immunisation information is contained in the link below: https://ozcaresunshinecoast.book.vitavo.com.au/school/PacificLutheranCollege-PVS9Ie 

Please note you will need to create an account to log in and the cutoff date for consent is 28th April 2026.

Only students whose parent/legal guardian has consented to vaccination will be vaccinated. If you do not consent to your child being vaccinated, or if your child has already been vaccinated, please complete the “I do not consent” section on the online portal.

Year 10 Immunisation program reminder

Queensland Health is offering a free School Immunisation Program to all Year 10 students to protect against the following vaccine preventable diseases. An email was sent to parents on Monday 2nd of March:

• Meningococcal ACWY vaccine (1 dose)
• Meningococcal B vaccine (2 doses)

Ozcare is engaged to provide the immunisation service. The team of registered nurses from Ozcare will be attending Pacific Lutheran College on:

Tuesday 19th May 2026 – ACWY and MenB Dose 1 (cutoff date for consent is 28th April)

Wednesday 16th September 2026 – MenB Dose 2 (cutoff date for consent is 26th August)

The online consent form and all immunisation information is contained in the link below:

https://ozcaresunshinecoast.book.vitavo.com.au/school/PacificLutheranCollege-PVS9Ie 

Please note you will need to create an account to log in.

Only students whose parent/legal guardian has consented to vaccination will be vaccinated. If you do not consent to your child being vaccinated, or if your child has already been vaccinated, please complete the “I do not consent” section on the online portal.

Ms Nicola Parnell and Mrs Julie Clucas, College Nurses

Seeking 2026 Parent Connectors

A great strength of the Pacific learning journey has always been the willingness of parents and families to support the College community by involvement in activities that strengthen relationships and foster opportunities for our students, staff and parents.

The Friends of Pacific (FoP) play a vital role in strengthening the Pacific community. Throughout the year the FoP are responsible for the organisation of a variety of events that support student connection as well as many other initiatives such as trivia nights and the bi-annual OCEANfest. 

Expressions of interest are being sought for Parent Connectors across year levels. The role of a Parent Connector will be to serve as a link between the College and our community through a range of activities such as welcoming new families and providing social opportunities within year levels.

At times, Parent Connectors will also be called upon to support the various functions and events held by the College and FoP. We are hoping this year, that we may have several Parent Connectors per year level, to provide support for each other and our wider community. One or two from each class across Prep-Year 6 would be extremely helpful as we gear up to support FoP with their Trivia Night in August.

If you would like to be considered for the role of Parent Connector in your child’s year level/class, please register your interest by following the links below - 

• Prep - 5 - CLICK HERE
• Year 6 -12 - CLICK HERE

We are seeking interest by Thursday 5th March.

Both the FoP and the role of Parent Connector provides opportunity to create strong ties to the people around us which is important to our wellbeing. Become a greater part of your children’s learning journey at Pacific and enjoy meeting new people as you support the College to continue to grow connections within and in our wider Pacific community.

Ms Jan Watman and Mrs Jane Hill, Co-Chairpersons

Sunshine Coast Regional Swimming 

The Sunshine Coast Regional Swimming Carnival was held on Monday, 2nd March. Congratulations to the dedicated Pacific swim students who competed at this carnival and made it through to the Sunshine Coast Regional Swim Team to compete at State Championships later this month:

• Gemma Year 9
• Elsie Year 7 
• Kyle Year 8
• Sarah Year 10
• Marlee Year 7 
• Lucia Year 8 
• Cooper Year 9 
• Mark Year 7

T20 Cricket News

Pacific's Intermediate Boys cricket team wrapped up a fantastic campaign in the Sunshine Coast Secondary Schools T20 Competition, finishing with three strong wins and just one narrow loss to Matthew Flinders College, securing an impressive second place overall. Last week the boys played with determination, skill and great sportsmanship throughout the competition, showing growth in both their individual performances and teamwork. Their consistency with the bat, energy in the field and disciplined bowling were highlights across all four matches and their positive attitude made them excellent representatives of Pacific. It was a rewarding competition for the team, and the College is proud of their efforts and the way they embraced the spirit of the game.

Monday Night Netball

Following two weeks of grading, all Pacific teams were successfully placed into their appropriate divisions. This ensured a competitive and balanced start to the season as we entered round 1 of finals competition. Overall, it was a positive and successful opening night for our Pacific Netball players, with our teams demonstrating determination, teamwork and school pride across all divisions.

Round 1 Results:

• PLC Crystal – Loss
• PLC Amber – Win
• PLC Garnet – Win
• PLC Emerald – Win
• PLC Jade – Win
• PLC Ruby – Win
• PLC Topaz – Loss
• PLC Pearl – Loss
• PLC Opal – Win
• PLC Sapphire – Win

Congratulations to all students who represented Pacific with commitment and pride. Your effort and sportsmanship were outstanding. A sincere thank you also to our supporters and parent helpers who assisted with scoring on the night. Your contribution is invaluable and greatly appreciated by our coaches and players each week. We look forward to building on this strong start in the coming rounds.

AFL Lightning Premiership

Well done to our Year 7-8 Boys and Year 9-10 Boys AFL teams who competed in the first round of the Lightning Premiership Cup at Maroochydore AFL Fields on Monday. Our Year 9-10 team played well against some quality opposition and continued to show improvement across the evening. The Year 7-8 team almost caused an upset against a quality school team in their first game and went on to post a strong win in their second game. We look forward to seeing them progress in the weeks ahead. A big thank you to Mr Liam Jacka and Mr Stuart Pohlner for giving their time to provide students with this opportunity.

Term 2 Competitive Sport Sign On

The Clipboard Portal for Term 2 Competitive and Development Sports is now open and will close on Monday 16th March at 3:00pm. Students should register their interest at the following link Activity Selection | Clipboard

The sports listed below are on offer for sign on. Please note that Term 2 15 Aside Boys Rugby sign on took place earlier in this term. Student who signed up for this can't sign on for another Wednesday Competitive Sport due to clashes. 15 Aside Rugby Boys will have a training session during Friday Sport as well as the extra outside hours session. 

Please read the information available in each activity sign on before registering your interest:

• Year 7-10 SCISSA Competitive Volleyball (Wednesday after school)
• Year 11-12 SCISSA Competitive Soccer (Wednesday after school)
• Year 4-12 Touch Academy (Monday mornings)
• Year 4-12 Athletics Training (Monday afternoons)
• Year 7-10 Basketball Development (Friday Sport time)
• Year 7- 10 Touch Football Development (Friday Sport time)
• Year 7-10 Water Polo Development (Friday Sport time)
• Year 7-10 Mountain Biking (Friday Sport time) 

If there are any questions about the Term 2 sport opportunities or the sign-up process, please contact me cwestmcinnes@pacluth.qld.edu.au

Student Acknowledgement

Congratulations to the following Pacific students for their selection in representative teams.

• Carter Year 12 - Regional Rugby League Team Selection
• Flynn   Year 7 - 10-12 AFL District Team Selection
• Lucas   Year 9 - Regional Soccer Team Selection 
• Aden    Year 9- Boys District Volleyball Team Selection

Mr Cameron West-McInnes, Head of Sport

Sunshine Coast Regional Swimming Carnival

The Sunshine Coast Regional Swimming Carnival was held this week on Monday 2nd March. The following Pacific students competed at this carnival. 

Pacific Representatives - Independent District Swimming Team Members

Leah Year 6

• 11 Girls 50m Backstroke
• 11 Girls 100m Backstroke
•  11 Girls 50m Breaststroke 
• 11 Girls 100m Breaststroke 

Xavier Year 6

• 12 Boys 50m Freestyle 
• 12 Boys 100m Freestyle
• 12 Boys 50m Backstroke
• 12 Boys 50m Butterfly

Congratulations to Leah and Xavier who were selected to swim for the Sunshine Coast region at the Queensland State Championships in the following events from their results at Monday’s carnival. 

Leah

• 11 Girls 100m Breaststroke
• 11 Girls 100m Backstroke
• 11 Girls 50m Breaststroke

Xavier 

• 12 Boys 50m Butterfly 

Water Polo 

Our Primary Water Polo teams played their second round in the Sunshine Coast Primary Schools Water Polo Competition at St Andrews College on Monday evening. Well done to our Division C team who had a convincing win over Grammar in their game and our Division A team who played competitively but went down to St Andrews in their game. 

Thank you to Mr Scott Crompton, Mrs Melanie Percival and Madi Kirkwood for coaching these teams.

Mr Darren Hooper, Head of Junior Sport P-6

Pacific Lutheran College has several sports development programs outside of school hours. These programs encourage participation, giving students the opportunity to be part of a team, and learn basic skills of the game.

The parent-led Pacific FC Soccer and PLC Netball Clubs compete on Saturdays in community competitions throughout the Sunshine Coast.

Our teams for 2026 are now complete and training has commenced across age groups. We have a waiting list in some of the age groups on offer, as soccer is proving popular again this year. We truly appreciate the commitment of our players, coaches, managers, parents, families and club assistants and look forward to working together to make this season a great one.

Upcoming Dates:

Our season kicks off on Saturday 7th March with the following events:

U6-U10 Rooball Carnivals

• Click here for the Rooball Draw.

• Pacific FC has U6, U7 girls, U8 and U10 mixed div carnivals while the other divisions are at various locations across the Sunshine Coast. 

•  3 x 20 minute games over either a morning or afternoon.

•  It's free to play (the $5 will no longer be collected).

Grading and Comp Matches - away matches

•  U11, U12, and U14/15 will be graded into divisions over 3 Saturdays.

•  U11 girls matches will start from the first round - 7th March. 

Mark your calendars - SCCSA has released the dates for home games at Pacific:

Rooball Carnivals 8th March

Round 2    14h March

Round 4     28th March

Round 7     16th May

Round 9      30th May

Round 13    11th July

Round 14    18th July

Round 18   15th August 

Rooball Carnivals + Semis    22nd August

Note: not all teams may play at Pacific on these dates.

Contact: The Registrar
Email: PacificFC@pacluth.qld.edu.au
Website: https://www.pacificsoccerfc.com/
Facebook: Pacific Soccer FC 

Mrs Rita Williams, Pacific FC President

Families of Pacific Lutheran College are invited to worship with us at St Mark’s Lutheran Church, Sunday at 9:00am, 14 Bombala Terrace, Caloundra.

This Sunday (Lent 3), our theme is “When Old Wounds Still Thirst.” Drawing on the story of water from the rock in the wilderness and Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well (Exodus 17; John 4), we reflect on how even forgiven places in our lives can still feel dry or tender. Lent invites us to bring those deeper thirsts to Christ — who meets us not with judgment, but with living water, grace, and renewed hope.

Children are warmly welcomed to participate in St Mark’s Makers, a creative and reflective faith activity during the service designed especially to help them explore God’s promises in meaningful, hands-on ways. 

Following worship, all are invited to stay for morning tea and new friendships.

Families with children aged 8 years and above who would like to learn more about First Communion preparation are encouraged to speak with Pastor Ray or Pastor Mark Winter. This preparation helps children understand Holy Communion as God’s gift of grace — a place of forgiveness, belonging, and strength for the journey.

Whether you are part of our regular community or simply exploring faith, you are always welcome at St Mark’s.

Pastor Ray Morris 0429 856 532 – lutherancaloundra@gmail.com

Click here for the calendar

March

4-6   Yr 1 Outdoor Learning Days

6      International Women’s Day Breakfast

11-23 NAPLAN

14     Academic Scholarship Test

17      Friends of Pacific

21      Music Scholarship Test

24-26  P-5 Parent Conferences

25       Kids Lit Quiz

26-27  Yr 11 Retreat 

26       Yr 4-6 SCISSA Trial Game vs ILC & GCC

30-1Apr     Yr 5 Camp

April

30 Mar-1 Yr 5 Camp

1        Senior College Conferences 

2        K-12 Chapel

2        Yr 4-6 Gala Day1

2        Term 1 Concludes

21      Term 2 Commences

22      ANZAC Day Chapel

22      Yr 8 & 9 Conferences

23      Yr 6 & 7 Conferences

24      Yr 3-12 Cross Country