Focus on community building

DARREN DRAPER

vice-president indooroopilly P&F committee

St Peters' key objective is the education and development of its students. That said, parents, caregivers and friends of the College also have the opportunity to get involved in College life. After all, what makes St Peters special is our College community. There are lots of opportunities to participate – through the P&F Committee, volunteering at events, or getting involved with the Parent Support Groups that align with activities that your student is enthusiastic about. For 75 years parents, caregivers and friends have played a pivotal role in making the College what it is today – a tradition we are keen to maintain for future generations. Examples of events that the P&F is involved with include the Biggest Morning Tea and Kokedama Workshop (supporting the Cancer Council), Melbourne Cup Function, St Peters Community Fun Day and New Parent Welcomes.

A recent initiative of the P&F is the Find Your Future Program, developed in partnership with the Careers Centre, and SPOSA. This program will assist students in making informed decisions about their future by increasing their exposure to the world of work, through listening to industry specialists, watching Q&A sessions, and work experience. A key feature is the video library that provides an insight into different career paths. In addition to community building and friend-raising, the P&F provides financial

support through the College’s Community Grant program. This program seeks to improve the quality of co-curricular programs and activities for students. Twice a year, the P&F calls for grant applications from the College community. Examples include Robotics (purchase of robot kits), Music (banners), Chess (clocks), Rowing, Rugby and Netball (skills training), and a photo wall that commemorates the history of boarding at the College.

The P&F would like to acknowledge our recently departed President, Ray Young, who stood down from the role earlier this year. During his time Ray committed so much energy and enthusiasm, both within the P&F and across the College. He truly made a difference and we wish Ray well for the future.

To those parents, caregivers and friends within our community who would like to contribute and be part of something special, we encourage you to get involved in the P&F and/or the College’s Support Groups. It’s also an opportunity to make new friends, have some fun, and like Ray, make a difference. If you would like to learn more, please contact us at pf.indooroopilly@stpeters.qld.edu.au.

Website: stpeters.qld.edu.au/indooroopilly/ community/p-f.

Firefly - St Peters P&F (Indooroopilly): stpeters.fireflycloud.net.au/parents-andfriends-p-and-f/indooroopilly.

Pictured: New Micromelon Robot kits.