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Pastor Was gives a February update on Cluster Meetings.
Order your Year 12 2024 Jersey here!
Learn more about the Duke of Edinburgh International Program offered at Faith Christian School.
We are excited to announce eight new clubs for our distance education students to participate in 2024!
Check out these sport opportunities for Brisbane students in Term 1 2024.
Principal Graeme Johnston kicks of Term 1 with information about our New Local Business Directory, rescheduled events, diagnostic testing, and more!
Due to changes made by QCAA, we are unable to provide testing centres for NAPLAN in 2024. Learn more about participation and adjustments in this blog.
Own a local business? Share your information to be featured in our Faith business directory. This an opportunity for businesses to advertise to our school community and for students to build career connections.
Faith will be inviting families to attend a series of “Cluster Meetings” across Queensland, beginning in the far north at the start of Term 1, 2024, that will give us all the opportunity to collaboratively work at better engagement on a local level.
Join Mr. Graeme Johnston for a Christmas message and read-aloud of An Aussie Night Before Christmas by Yvonne Morrison and Kimeny Niland.
Here are the dates for NAPLAN 2024 so that you can prepare to participate.
Faith Christian School is pleased to offer a revamped Certificate III in Music for 2024. The course will have two streams, one for Performers and one for backstage AV producers including sound, lighting and backing track production.
Faith’s very first Christmas Market Stalls Event was very successful, with thirteen stalls run by students and their families.
Mr. Graeme Johnston shares student achievements and upcoming events to look forward to in 2024.
Learn more about the 2024 Kokoda Challenge and express your interest to participate with Faith!
Our first ever SEQ swimming carnival at Bethania Aquatic Centre was an excellent day with perfect weather, bringing out the best in our 50+ swimmers. Check out this highlight reel!
Mr. Johnston covers Prep Orientation, next year’s Canberra trip and more in this month’s Principal Update. Plus, a peek at some stellar student achievements!
Check out this highlight video of Faith students competing in the 16-hour overnight PedalPrix race in Brisbane.
In this week’s video, Principal Graeme Johnston shares a fun Learning@Faith statistic, student jokes and devotions to finish off Term 3. Enjoy School Holidays!
Get a head start on the school supplies you need for Term 1 2024 with this collated list from Faith’s curriculum writers.
After the success of the first ever Faith Snow Trip in 2023, we are already planning for an even bigger and better adventure in 2024!
Go team! Faith students take on chess tournaments in Central and North Queensland.
Congratulations to our athletes for their outstanding performances. We’re proud of your representation and sportsmanship!
In this week’s Principal’s video, Graeme talks about the many events taking place in Term 3, 2023 as well as what it means to be a Christian school in today’s society
In this week’s Principal’s video, Graeme talks about various events taking place in Term 3, 2023 as well as encouragement coming up to receiving Semester 1 Reports.
In this week’s video, Graeme interviews a parent at Cross Country and encourages families to attend Regional Workshops. Also, here are key reminders for the end of Term!
Recently, a new Parent Advisory Group was launched at Faith, with two parent representatives from each region. Here’s how to submit improvements in the suggestion box.
Senior Exams, Regional Workshops. Parent Advisory Group and more in this week’s video from Principal Graeme Johnston.
Regional Workshops have moved to Week 10! Learn more about where to find the most up-to-date information in this week’s video.
This week’s video includes information about the Premier’s Reading Challenge, Parent Advisory Group and more. Plus, our first Tip of the Month from Faith teacher Christine Scott!
Faith’s Pedal Prix team competes statewide statewide in the PedalPrix Super Series events. Learn more about our sport!
Participate in the challenge as an individual reader and have your efforts recognised with a Certificate of Achievement signed by the Premier of Queensland!
Mr. Graeme Johnston shares an April, featuring photos of Easter colouring-in, Anzac Day and this past weekend’s PedalPrix event.
Faith provides Early Years Readers for students in Years 1-3. Please return your readers to receive new readers in the Post.
Get a head start on the school supplies you need for Term 2 with this collated list from Faith’s curriculum writers.
Happy Easter School Holidays! Pastor Was shares updates about leadership camp and our upcoming parent feedback forums, happening across the state.
We’d like to hear from you! Share your feedback in one of our sessions to help in strategic planning for Faith Christian School.
In this week’s Principal video, Mr. Johnston shares what to expect in your Term 2 Resource Packs, including our newly-printed 2022 Yearbook!
Over 2022 and throughout Term 1 2023, we have been listening to the feedback from our families regarding our new curriculum, how it is delivered, and workloads for families and students.
In this week’s Principal video, Mr. Johnston answers a common question from parents: What is compulsory at Faith? Also, information about student ID cards and more.
In this week’s Principal video, students share highlights from last week’s mission trip. Plus, a reminder from Mr. Johnston about Term 2 Resources and how to join regional events.
It’s Week 7! Principal Graeme Johnston shares reflections on the Regional Workshops, and encourages students who are leaving tomorrow for the Boggabilla Mission Trip.
Faith families from across the state got together for regional workshops last week. Check out these photos and videos from the day!
Welcome to Week 6. Principal Graeme Johnston shares an update on our Resource Distribution process. Plus, a shoutout to Faith student Lavinia Krushka!
Get involved with other schools for these three sport opportunities — Christian Schools QLD Team Games, Christian Schools QLD Swimming, and QLD School Sport.
It’s Week 5! Learn how to join Teacher-Led Clubs and Regional Events, now available via Learning@Faith!
There is no one way to ‘test’ all the amazing and wonderful things that make you, YOU!
We are excited to share our Parent Portal, powered by Sentral, is live! Log in today to securely access school records and make updates.
It’s Week 4! Principal Graeme Johnston shares exciting news about Faith’s first Canberra trip for Years 5-7 students, Year 12 Graduation and more.
Welcome to Week 3! Principal Graeme Johnston shares reminders for the week including Sport Sessions, Parent Info Nights, and upcoming camps. Plus, what does attendance mean at a distance education school?
Looking for support with Learning@Faith? Join us for a parent info night with our IT team. Simply bring your student’s device — our team will help you navigate the dashboard and answer any of your questions about Learning@Faith!
We’re excited to offer Sport on Fridays! Sport will commence in Week 3 (Friday 10 Feb) across the regions.
It’s Week Two! Principal Graeme Johnston welcomes families to the term in this week’s video and shares what to expect this year on Learning@Faith.
NAPLAN does not test everything a child knows but it does provide a snapshot of how children are going in areas key to opening up their future opportunities. Learn more about the big benefits NAPLAN offers children, families and teachers across Australia.
Print the Term 1, 2023 assessment calendar to have easy access on your fridge!
Welcome to Week 1 of Term 1! Here are a few housekeeping details as we get prepared for a new term with our new systems.
As we begin the new year, staff are planning for NAPLAN. Testing takes place earlier this year and will be held in March, Week 8 of Term 1 for Students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. Learn more about testing centres and participation!
We are excited to announce that Learning@Faith, powered by SchoolBox, is live and ready for learning in Term 1! Here’s how to log in.
As we all head off on holidays, I thought I would write to you and thank you for all you have done to make our School one to be proud of.
Watch along as Mr. Johnston reads “What Do You Wish For?” by Jane Godwin for this year’s Christmas read-aloud video! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our Faith families.
Art Competition 2022 – The winners are in!
Pastor Warren “Was” Spooner addresses families in this News Update with information about 2023 lesson delivery.
The Queensland Government is proposing to rewrite the Anti-Discrimination Act in 2024 which will make it unlawful for Christian schools to say no to employing staff who are not active Christians. The School Board would like to invite all parents, staff and students to work with us to voice our concerns on this issue.
Faith Student Isabella Giacosa, Year 9, won Bronze in the Region 1 Italian Language Competition representing Faith Christian School. Congratulazioni!
Thank you to all who submitted suggestions for the Dove’s name. We have shortlisted five submissions, and now it’s time to put the final decision to a ballot! Submit your vote by 18 November 2022.
Follow these tips to support your child’s reading skills over the break and prevent sliding backward during school holidays.
The Dove names are in! It’s time to vote for your favourite. Plus, register for information sessions about VET and QCIA.
Enjoy a digital walk through of our gallery with amazing artworks by Faith students. Vote for your favourite piece in each age group by 18 November!
Thank you to all who submitted suggestions for the Dove’s name. We have shortlisted five submissions, and now it’s time to put the final decision to a ballot! Submit your vote by 18 November 2022.
Our new Faith website is LIVE! Check out these key pages and explore.
Take a look at the beautiful colouring pages submitted by our families in this weeks newsletter!
Read this letter addressed to parents from Principal Graeme Johnston about the Faith curriculum and changes to lesson delivery in 2023.
Once the units are written, it’s time to put the workbooks into production! Hear from our curriculum writers and Jacqui, our graphic designer, to learn more about the editing process.
Meet two of our curriculum writers and the steps they take to write each unit.
Behind the scenes on assessments: from the creation of assessments, the reason for due dates, and more!
Why did Faith switch up the curriculum in 2022 to follow ACARA?
How does the Faith curriculum team implement parent feedback into the units? Learn more in this video with Rita Rosehr and Jason Marshall.
Regional Workshops are open for registration! Sign up today.
Students in Ancient History have worked hard and the results have paid off with their final (and most complex) assessment. Congrats on high scores from QCAA!
Term 4 has officially started! Get involved this week with these Faith competitions.
In case you missed it, here are a few reminders for Term 4.
Digital workbooks for Term 4 are now available! Also, Happy 1-Year Anniversary Principal Graeme Johnston.
It’s the last week of the term! Here’s what you need to know before School Holidays.
Join our pilot program for Learning@Faith! Plus, upcoming information about events, resources and more.
Sneak Peek for Parents! Get a behind-the-scenes of our new Learning Management System for 2023.
Sneak Peek for Parents! Get a behind-the-scenes of our new Learning Management System for 2023. Also, New Zealand Ski Trip and more!
See what Faith Students are up to this week! Plus sign up for Time Travellers’ club and more inside.
It’s time to register for regional workshops! Plus, information about Athletics Carnival and Year 6 Graduation inside.
What is Pastoral Care at Faith? Watch this video from Pastor Was! Plus, upcoming events and a note about musical instruments inside.
Graduation, Camps, and Weekly Prayer Meeting Info Inside!
What does the word “attendance” mean for distance education? Hear Principal Graeme Johnston’s insight on Faith’s reporting in this video.
Sneak Peek for Families: Faith’s new logo and motto!
In addition to our new logo, we’ve refreshed our motto based on feedback from a group of parents and staff.
Term 3 is here! Here’s what you need to know for the week!