LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
NEWSLETTER
15 May 2025
Value of the Month - Empowerment
For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control - 2 Timothy 1:7
IMPORTANT DATES
Date | Event |
|---|---|
Friday 16 May | Year 8 outdoor education camp |
Friday 20 May | Encounter Day |
Thursday 22 May | Term 2 Parent Workshop |
Tuesday 27 May | Reconciliation Week |
Thursday 29 May | Lighthouse Music Ensemble Showcase |
DEPUTY PRINCIPAL'S REPORT
Lighthouse Christian College aims to ensure the safety of students, staff, and visitors. As we continue minor building upgrades and prepare for our new multi-Purpose Hall, we would like to assure you that we are implementing clear safety protocols across the campus.
Keeping Everyone Safe
We follow Victorian Department of Education and Training guidelines, including:
· Secure Sites: All construction areas are clearly cordoned off.
· Visible Signage: Safety signs are placed around construction zones.
· Legal Compliance: Works meet the Building Act 1993, Building Regulations 2018, and National Construction Code.
· Safety Checks: Essential Safety Measures (e.g. alarms, lighting) are routinely inspected.
Everyone Plays a Role
We ask families to:
· Respect barriers and signs
· Stay informed of project updates
· Partner with us in talking with your children about construction safety
Celebrating Student Achievement
We’re also proud to share our strong NAPLAN results. LCC ranked in the top 1% of Victorian primary schools. As reported by the Herald Sun, these results are a testament to our dedicated staff and the strong learning culture we foster at the College. Our secondary students also performed well above state averages in literacy and numeracy. Notably, our Year 9 cohort achieved results significantly above the national average. These results place our secondary school in the top 15% of secondary schools in Victoria and reflect our sustained focus on academic rigour and student growth.
We thank you for your patience and partnership as we build for the future.
“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labour in vain.” — Psalm 127:1
Yours in His service
David Holloway
Deputy Principal Operations
WELLBEING
Last weekend we celebrated a very important part of families…. Mothers/Mother figures. In primary we celebrated with a beautiful tribute to mothers in a Mother’s Day Chapel. The 12th-18th May is National Families Week. Here at Lighthouse, we highly value families and the partnership between, school and families. While we spend the majority of the waking hours in a day with your children, it makes that time before and after school that you get to spend with them so much more precious and valuable. These times can be challenging in the busyness of life but stopping to have a cup of tea when you get home for 15-20 minutes and having a conversation with your child, before launching into the evening routine, can make a huge impact on your relationship with your child, fill their cup of encouragement and most importantly, make them feel valued. When they feel like you care, they are more settled at home, as well as at school and their more open to learning. I encourage you to daily take a few minutes to communicate with your child for a lifetime of relationship. Focus on the Family has some wonderful resources to help parents connect and strengthen your family relationships and are giving you free access to their Family Cast streaming content for the whole family. You can access via this link.
https://families.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=255f74ba47c2762858924cc12&id=0e79ea96e2&e=72245da679
RECRUITMENT
Lighthouse Christian College is urgently seeking qualified and experienced alumni to join our team as casual instrumental tutors in drums/percussion and woodwind.
If you are a former student of Lighthouse Christian College with a passion for music and teaching, we invite you to express your interest in this exciting opportunity. Your expertise and dedication will play a vital role in nurturing the musical talents of our current students.
Requirements:
Relevant qualifications in music and instrumental teaching.
Experience in tutoring drums/percussion or woodwind instruments.
A commitment to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment.
How to Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience to hrcoordinator@lighthouse.vic.edu.au by COB Friday 30th May 2025 xx.
We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you back to Lighthouse Christian College!
MUSIC
Last Monday, the year 3 and 4 students had a musical concert experience by Musica Viva. The incredible musicians Kevin Tucker and Elijah Shepphard dazzled our students with all manner of instruments-some even homemade! They used a looping machine to record and layer sounds to create different musical soundscapes that painted musical pictures for the students. We all had a wonderful time being transported to these different musical places, from a peaceful waterfall to an improvised chameleon drum battle. Upon reflection, the students wrote about how they really enjoyed the different pictures and how they could really imagine the way the sound made them feel.
We thank Musica Viva for their wonderful performance and pray it has inspired our students to create their own musical pictures at home. So, if your child asks for different lengths of PVC piping, they just might be trying to make their own instrument.
Mr Rosario
Music Coordinator, Primary
PRIMARY ELC - YEAR 2
What a fantastic day we had for our Prep to Grade 2 Cross Country event! With beautiful weather and lots of smiling faces, students eagerly ran their races on the school oval, cheered on by visiting parents and friends. Everyone gave it their best effort, showing great determination and enthusiasm after weeks of training during PE. Every student proudly received a ribbon for participating, and the day was filled with encouragement, sportsmanship, and celebration of each child’s achievement. Well done, everyone!
PRIMARY - YEARS 3 - 6
Shakespeare on Stage
Students from Year 6 and Year 8 were exposed to the world of Shakespeare last week. They watched actors perform snippets from Shakespeare's work. His work was explained in parts through the use of modern language to increase understanding. The actors engaged the audience through exaggerated voice, gestures and movements. The characters wore costuming that helped differentiate the characters and the audience experiences the actors 'breaking through the fourth wall' and sit amongst them as an acting technique for engagement. All eyes were glued to the performance. Students were even given the opportunity to perform their own Romeo and Juliet on their stage. A great incursion to open our eyes to the world of Shakespeare.
Mrs Samuel
Poetry
Lighthouse
In the middle of the night the lighthouse stands –
its bright, blazing, beacon shines.
Its rays guide ships back to shore,
as it perseveres against the storms.
The light of the lighthouse reaches far and wide –
hope of the sailors is its light.
In the howling winds, the beacon shines.
On the edge of the cliff, the lighthouse clings.
Ryan 6L
SECONDARY
Year 8 SRC Article
Hi, my name is Naomi Pang and I am delighted to be one of your Year 8 SRC Representatives. As an SRC, my goal is to make a positive impact to our community by receiving your feedback and implementing it by working with the whole SRC team. I am eager to serve and connect with my community by providing a platform for students to voice out their thoughts and ideas freely.
At leisure, I enjoy doing arts and crafts, singing, playing the clarinet and badminton. I trust that as a whole community together, we can make a lasting difference.
Hello everyone, my name is Emmaline Chhuth. I am 13 years old and in Year 8. I am honoured to be the Year 8B SRC class representative. I believe it was God’s calling to me to start standing out and use my effort and talents to improve our school environment. I’m passionate about turning ideas into action, bringing forward important issues and ensuring all voices are heard. I’m excited for what this year will bring for me as a first-time SRC. I’m looking forward to achieving many things in secondary school, including enhancing my peer’s opinions on school. Throughout this journey, I will continue to seek the Lord for guidance, strength, and wisdom in all that I do. On behalf of the Year 8 representatives, we promise to do our absolute best: not just for our year level, but for the whole Lighthouse Christian College community.
Hi! My name is Isaiah Vyas, and I’m honoured to be a part of the SRC team this year! I’m passionate about creating an environment where people can be positive towards themselves and each other. I joined SRC to help make people feel excited and positive about coming to school, to help people not see school as a boring place. But I’m still taking ideas. I’m here to listen if you or your friend has any ideas. I love drawing (a lot), playing games, PC building and cooking. I’m also big about pop culture, so you may find me geeking out over that. I think leadership is something that requires responsibility, respect and patience. As we enter 2025, I am committed to helping our school become more positive for others to see. If you have any ideas, saw something or just want someone to talk to, I’m your guy.
Naomi Pang, Emmaline Chhuth and Isaiah Vyas
Year Nine's Build Wind Turbines with Learning By Doing
On the 12th of May, at LCC, our Year 9 students had the exciting opportunity to learn hands-on woodwork skills with Jonathan Levin from Learning by Doing. With experience in over 450 schools across Victoria since 1989, Jonathan brought a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the workshop. The students’ challenge was to construct working wind turbines, giving them a practical understanding of design and tool use. They gained confidence using real tools, including intricate saw work, under careful guidance. It was a fantastic day of creativity, teamwork, and hands-on learning that left students proud of what they had built.
Years 7 & 9 – Exploring God’s Creation Through Science
Discovering the Wonders of Plants
This term, our Year 9 students have explored the structure and function of flowering plants. A highlight was their flower dissection, where they carefully examined petals, stamens, pistils, and sepals to understand plant reproduction.
What students learned:
- Parts of a flower and their roles
- The beauty and function of
plant reproduction
- Hands-on skills in scientific observation
Biblical Connections:
"How many are your works, LORD! In
wisdom you made them all." – Psalm 104:24
God’s incredible design is visible in the fine details of a single flower.
Year 7 – Investigating States of Matter
Year 7B students have been investigating
solids, liquids, and gases, with a focus on evaporation. In an engaging
experiment, they observed how water, juice, and milk evaporate at different
rates.
·What students explored:
- Properties of different liquids
- How temperature and substance type affect evaporation
- Scientific recording and comparison of results
Biblical Connections:
"He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together." – Colossians 1:17
The laws of nature reflect God’s faithfulness and sustaining power.
"It is the glory of God to conceal a matter; to search out a matter is the glory of kings." – Proverbs 25:2
Scientific discovery is a way of worship—seeking to understand God’s creation.
Thank you for partnering with us as we nurture both scientific curiosity and a biblical worldview in our students.
Year Nine Media Analysis
This Term Year 9 Media students have been diving into the world of visual storytelling through a character analysis of The Greatest Showman. Using key media terminology, they explored how colour, symbols, lighting, staging, and mood contribute to character development and audience perception. Students examined how some Key words help shape meaning and reflect broader themes of identity and acceptance. Their insightful posters showcase thoughtful interpretations of the film’s characters and demonstrate growing skills in media literacy and critical thinking. The final work has been compiled into a class portfolio, celebrating their creativity and understanding of film techniques. We’re proud of their engagement and the professional standard of their media analysis work. Well done, Year 9!
Maree White (Teacher)
Year 9 Vision Boards – Dream, Discover, Design (HPD Careers Education)
As part of Year 9 Learning Experience, students had the opportunity to reflect on their goals and aspirations by creating their own Vision Boards. Inspired by the concept of Ikigai—a Japanese term meaning "reason for being" students explored their values, passions, strengths to help shape a purposeful and fulfilling future.
It was fantastic to see the creativity and thoughtfulness on display. Students engaged enthusiastically in the activity, producing meaningful and inspiring work that reflect their hopes and dreams for their future.
(Without Vision, my people perish. Proverbs 29:18)
Mrs Agesa
Careers Development Practitioner
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