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MISSION STATEMENT
To serve in a Christ-centred community, connected with families, nurturing students to grow in a love of learning and flourish in every part of life.
VIsion
Shaping faithful hearts and curious minds for a life of purpose.
From The Principal
As Term 4 continues to fly by, our school community is buzzing with energy and excitement. From joyful events to important updates, here’s a quick roundup of what’s been happening, and what’s coming next.
School Disco
This week’s school disco was a fantastic celebration! Students danced the night away, enjoying music, lights, and laughter. A big thank you to all the staff and volunteers who helped make the evening so memorable.
Colour Run
Colour and joy was brought to the school grounds at the annual, vibrant Colour Run! This fun-filled event wasn’t just about getting messy, it was about giving back. The students raised funds for their legacy gift, a special contribution they’ll leave behind as they prepare to graduate. Thank you for your generosity and support. We couldn’t do it without the many sponsors who have donated. More information regarding the amount raised to come.
Tuition Fees for 2026
Families should have received an email yesterday outlining tuition fees for the 2026 school year. Please check your inbox for details and reach out to the office if you have any questions or need clarification. You can also access this here – Tuition Fees 2026.
Staffing Updates
Looking ahead, keep an eye out this Friday for an important communication regarding staffing arrangements for 2026. We’re excited to share plans that support our continued commitment to supporting and nurturing students to grow in a love of learning.
Looking ahead Planning for 2026
As we begin planning for the transition into new year levels, teacher allocations will not be confirmed until late in Term 4. For this reason, we are unable to accept specific teacher requests for the following year.
However, if there are factors you would like us to consider when placing your child in a classroom for 2026, please email us at [email protected]. While we cannot guarantee that all requests will be met, each will be thoughtfully considered during our planning process.
If you are planning to leave the school for relocation or other reasons, please let the office know as soon as possible. As per enrolment contracts, families should give the school one full term’s notice prior to leaving to avoid charges for Term 1 2026.
As always, thank you for your ongoing support and engagement. Term 4 may be busy, but it’s full of meaningful moments that bring our community together.
Blessings,
Hollie Kinning
Principal
From The DEPUTY Principal
As we move into the final stretch of the school year, Term 4 is buzzing with opportunities for our students to learn, celebrate, and create lasting memories. Please keep checking Facebook – the parent groups and the official school page, and our newsletters for updates, as there’s plenty happening between now and the end of term.
Grandparents Day
Last week we were delighted to welcome so many grandparents and special older friends to our school for Grandparents Day. It was a joy to see our visitors spending time in our chapel service and classrooms, and joining their grandchildren for morning tea. The smiles, conversations, and sense of connection made it a truly special morning, reminding us of the important role grandparents play in our students’ lives and school community.
Year 5 & 6 Police talk
On Tuesday this week, our Year 5 and 6 students were visited by two of our local police officers, who spoke about staying safe online and how new government laws are helping to protect young people. They encouraged everyone to use their devices—phones, iPads, and laptops—to communicate clearly and kindly with others at all times. The officers also explained that everything shared online is traceable and discussed how a digital footprint can influence future job opportunities. The session was both informative and engaging, with students learning valuable tips about online behaviour and safety. One fun fact that really surprised everyone was that the average age of an online gamer in Australia is 36 years old!
CMRI Christmas Fair
Thank you to the nine students who proudly represented LPS at the CMRI Fair last Friday. The committee members were very appreciative of their help with lunch and drink sales, clearing tables during the busy lunchtime period, and for their overall enthusiasm and willingness to assist throughout the day. They were excellent role models and wonderful examples of the service-minded students we are so proud of at Lutheran.
Kinder Transition – Buddy Meetings
This week our Kindergarten 2026 students will enjoy a longer transition session at school, which includes meeting their Team 6 Buddy for next year (our current Year 5 students). The Buddy Program provides a wonderful leadership opportunity for our Team 6 students, allowing them to be a friend, positive role model, and guide for our incoming Kindergarten children. Our Year 5 students are eagerly looking forward to this experience, and we know they will demonstrate our school values, leadership, and genuine care towards their new young friends.
Leadership
Next Tuesday, we will celebrate our Year 5 students who are candidates for School Captain and Vice Captain for 2026. Their leadership speeches will take place in the Chapel from 9:10am, and parents are warmly invited to come along and watch. It’s wonderful to see our emerging leaders step up with confidence and demonstrate their potential as future leaders of our school.
Bethlehem Church Centenary Celebration
On Sunday 26th October, we were honoured to join Bethlehem Lutheran Church in celebrating 100 years of Lutheran worship in Wagga Wagga. It was a truly special occasion, filled with gratitude and community spirit. The beautiful voices of our school choir added a heartfelt touch to the service, their song echoing through the church as rain gently fell on the roof—a fitting reminder of God’s blessings. Afterwards, guests gathered in the church hall to admire the wonderful artworks created by each year group, showcasing our students’ creativity and connection to faith. It was a memorable celebration of history, worship, and community.
Emma Davenport
Deputy Principal
school bus changes - edmondson street bridge closure
Changes to Bus timetables from Monday 10th November
If your child catches a bus to and from school, please make sure to check for the new bus times.
Due to the closure of the Edmonson Street bridge, this will affect traffic flow and bus routes for the next 18 months.
Some buses will be arriving after our morning bell, others will depart before the afternoon bell.
We will accommodate the changes where we can, but please let your children know about the new times.
Please see below information on the upcoming bus timetables and stops.
For those travelling by car, please also note that your normal route through town may be affected by the detours in place.
Please plan your trip to allow for delays.
Curriculum Matters
Mastermind Competition
On Wednesday 5th November, Lutheran School held its annual Mastermind grand final. The following students qualified for this exciting event:
Angus Fennell
Diego Sherif
Charlotte Lieschke
Finn McKee
Jessica Stormonth Flood
Marcellina Ghabrial
Abel Pothen Thomas
Quinnzaarra Sankar
Derrick Daniel
Harry Antrim
All competitors did a wonderful job and should be proud of their achievements. Congratulations to our winner and placegetters.
1st Place – Harry Antrim
2nd Place – Derrick Daniel and Quinnzaarra Sankar
3rd Place – Abel Pothen Thomas
Jane Antrim
Learning Innovation Coordinator
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From The Sports Desk
NSWPSSA Athletics Championships
On Tuesday 22 October, Jordan Tracey and Harry MacGregor travelled to Sydney Olympic Park to compete at the NSWPSSA Athletics Championships. This two-day event brought together students from NSW Independent, Catholic and Public schools.
Jordan had an outstanding competition, winning silver in the 11 Years Boys Discus (750g) with an impressive throw of 35.91 metres, a new personal best! He also placed 5th in the 11 Years Boys Shot Put (2kg), throwing 12.13 metres.
Harry also performed brilliantly, finishing 10th in the final of the 13 Years Boys 100m. He set a new personal best in the semi-final with a time of 13.87 seconds.
Jordan will now go on to represent NSW in discus at the School Sport Australia Track and Field Championships in Canberra during Week 7 of this term.
Congratulations to Jordan and Harry for representing our school with such wonderful school spirit and distinction. A special thank you to Carly and Scott for transporting and supporting the boys throughout the event.
Water Polo Gala Day
On Thursday 23 October, our Stage 3 Water Polo Team participated at the Wagga Water Polo Gala Day at the Oasis Aquatic Centre. The team competed against other schools from Wagga.
Our team performed exceptionally well, winning three out of five games and finishing equal second overall in the competitive division. They recorded wins against Mater Dei (1), Wagga Public School and North Wagga Public School.
The students demonstrated impressive teamwork, skill development, outstanding sportsmanship, and, most importantly, had plenty of fun.
A special mention goes to Ted O’Hare, who was a standout player, providing excellent support and guidance to teammates who were new to the sport.
A big thank you to Gen O’Hare for coaching the team, Mrs Antrim for assisting on the day and to all our parent spectators for their support.
Todd Woodbridge Cup Regional Final
On Friday 31 October, our Stage 2 Tennis Team competed in the Todd Woodbridge Cup Regional Final at the South Wagga Tennis Club. The students played doubles matches against teams from other schools in the Riverina.
Preliminary Round Results:
North Wagga Public School – Win
West Wyalong Public School – Win
Walbundrie Public School – Win
Wagga Wagga Christian College – Loss
As a result of their preliminary wins, our team advanced to the semi-finals, where they were defeated by The Scots School Albury, who went on to become the overall champions. The students are to be commended for their impressive skill, teamwork, and outstanding sportsmanship throughout the day.
A big thank you to Mrs Richards for managing the team, to Zac for coordinating the event and to our parent spectators for their wonderful support.
Caroline Stewart
PE Teacher/Sports Coordinator
Other Information
Families leaving the school
Please note that one full term’s written notice is required if you are withdrawing your child from Lutheran School. We purchase learning materials based on projected enrolment numbers at least one term in advance. Hence, the enrolment contract you signed specifies that failure to provide a term’s notice will result in you being charged for the subsequent term.
Uniform Shop Orders
If you would like to purchase uniforms from the Uniform Shop, please email [email protected]
We will email you once the order is ready to be picked up from the office. Thank you.
