Year 12 camp 2024

From Tuesday 6 February - Friday 9 February, the Year 12s had an exciting and jam-packed camp in the Gold Coast. Students had an exhilarating time facing their fears at Sea World, Dreamworld and Movie World. At the Australian Outback Spectacular, students enjoyed an engaging show that also shed some light on the importance of the Australian farming industry.

Additionally, a tour around Griffiths University and the science educational program stimulated students to consider various options for what life after school can look like. Overall, this camp provided students with the opportunity to make life-long memories with their Year 12 cohort, and allowed students to unwind and relax before the busy year ahead of them.

Deidre Barnabas

Science Teacher

2024 COLLEGE FAITH CAPTAINS

Introducing Nathan De Mel and Kayla Londy, your 2024 Lighthouse Christian College Faith Captains. For the first time, we're teaming up to guide you on a journey of faith exploration. This year, our goal is to break down the core principles of Christianity freshly and innovatively. We firmly believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to understand the fundamental basics that the Christian faith is built upon.

As your leaders, we're committed to authenticity and open dialogue. Any questions or discussions about faith, we're here for you. Feel free to approach or contact us - we are ready to embark on this journey together.

Kayla: I highly commend Lighthouse Christian College for its unwavering dedication to crafting a meaningful worship experience. Their passion and commitment to encounter worship have shown the Christian character and culture of the school.

Regarding matters of faith, I strongly encourage actively exploring and learning various perspectives. These discussions, though occasionally challenging, offer invaluable opportunities for personal growth and deepened understanding of scripture and who God is. My intention is never to impose or diminish the beliefs of others, but rather to foster an environment of mutual respect and learning. It is through this collaborative approach that we can create a space of unity and respect within our community, whilst encouraging one another to grow more in and strengthen our relationship with Christ.

Nathan: Faith involves taking a deliberate leap of belief, where the majority of known facts align, yet there remains a crucial 10% uncertainty. It's the willingness to trust that your decision is the right one, even amidst unanswered questions. As your faith captain, along with Kayla, I am dedicated to guiding the students of Lighthouse Christian College on their journey of faith, whether it's taking that initial leap or strengthening their existing beliefs.

I come from a Christian family and have been fortunate to grow up in an environment where church attendance and service were integral parts of my life. I attribute much of who I am today to my upbringing. It's an honour to serve as your faith captain for 2024, and I'm committed to supporting and inspiring each

of you on your faith journey.

Nathan De Mel & Kayla Londy

College Faith Captains

Introducing 7A Homeroom 2024

Year 7A are an enthusiastic group of students who have started their Secondary years at Lighthouse in a positive and co-operative manner. Here are a selection of their comments about the year so far:

This being my first year of high school, it has been extremely fun, but the best thing that has happened this year so far was camp. The Coolamatong camp was really fun. The most loved activity has to be tubing which is basically getting pulled by a speed boat while being in a donut.  (Emmanuel Nyawelo)

I have enjoyed the Humanities Virtual Reality Incursion because it gave us ideas from a new perspective. I also enjoyed Fun Fridays when we play UNO and Table Tennis. Overall everything else is fun.  (Ota Ehigie)

Year 7 has been a great year so far, but Coolamatong camp was the best thing yet. At Coolamatong camp, we were able to do some tubing, a beach walk, survival and much more! I had so much fun at that camp and I think this was the best camp I have ever had. (Shane John)

Year 7 has been really fun, especially the camp. I like the advantages we get, with the lockers and everything. (Enya Lin)

I loved the unique lessons we would have making each lesson its own story. (Isaiah Vyas)

When I came to year 7, I was quite scared that year 7 would be harder then year 6. Fortunately I was completely wrong. In year 7, we increase our knowledge by learning different things. (Nyatiem Puoch)

In Year 7 I really enjoy that we get to go to different classrooms and new subjects. Also that we get to pick electives. (Sequoia Sathongnot)

Vivienne Andrew

Year 7A Homeroom Teacher

7A Students enjoying “Fun Friday” Homeroom and working hard in class.

Technology faculty update

Dear LCC Community,

We are pleased to announce the beginning of a new Technology subject at Lighthouse – VCE Unit 1 and 2 Systems Engineering. With the support of our new lab

technician last year, we are able to get this subject lifted off the ground. VCE Systems Engineering promotes innovative systems thinking and problem-solving skills through the application of the systems engineering process. The study is based on integrated mechanical and electrotechnological engineered systems.

Time passes so quickly, and 4 weeks of Term 1 have gone with the wind. Our Year 9/10 Product Design students have just begun their journey of building their mouse

trap card. Our Year 9/10 Digital Solution students have also engaged in rigorous coding activities through Grok Academy. Learning has been happening in

full swing for students in Technology faculty.

For parents who are interested to find out more about what is happening in Technology for your students, please do not hesitate to contact the relevant

teachers shown below on DM.

We do hope to provide further details about all the exciting learning opportunities with some examples of student work in the next update.

Ms Esther Wong

Technology Faculty Leader

Proverbs 14:23, NIV: All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.