Our group of 85+ schools across Australia has been reflecting on our identity as Lutheran schools. What makes us uniquely Lutheran?

One of the themes that emerged is this: When we think of our graduates, we think beyond the academic achievements. We want our graduates to be people of integrity who seek to make a difference in our complex world.

A graduate: Dr Adil Lathif

Do you recognise the former student in the pictures? Rumour has it that he was a champion handball player while at Lutheran School!

Dr Adil Lathif started at Lutheran School in 2007 as a Year 5 student. When asked what he wanted to be when he grew up, Adil said he would be a professional athlete.

When visiting our Team 6 students this past week, he shared the following: “Over time, you will change what you love learning.” Through his time at Lutheran and Kooringal High, he discovered a love for science and a passion for helping people. He knew that he wanted to do work that was interesting to him and wondered if he would be smart enough to be a doctor. His father said, “If someone else can do it, why not you?” In the end, Adil found out that becoming a doctor isn’t all about ‘smart-ness’, it’s about having a passion for learning.

Dr Adil said that he still keeps up with some of his friends from Lutheran School, especially those who went to High School with him. This coming year, he will move to Sydney to pursue further study on his journey to become a surgeon.

Sending off Team 6

As we prepare to say farewell to our Team 6 students, we can’t help but wonder if any others will end up pursuing medicine at the UNSW Rural Clinical School. More than that, we hope that our graduates pursue their learning in fields that they are passionate about. We want them to find meaning in their work and serve their communities. This sets Lutheran School apart. We’re honoured to have families who support this vision.