From the Principal

Werte,

We have launched the Principal's Reading Challenge. Students who read 12 books across 21 weeks will be in the running to win some amazing prizes. 

The challenge will be to read something different. Students will need to read from a range of categories, including one book recommended by me. We hope to inspire students to pick up a book they wouldn't usually. 

To take part, students will need to read at least 12 books between now and October. And if they read more than 12, they will receive extra entries into the prize draw!

Student's will have their challenge tracking sheets glued into their student diary or reading folder. 

Blessings,

Lisa 

Devotion

Last week I was rostered to lead the opening prayer at the Alice Springs Town Council meeting. I thought I would share the prayer with you as a devotional reflection.  

It says in 1 Peter 5:7, ‘Cast all your cares on him, because he cares for you.’ 

Heavenly Father, we thank you for the privilege of living in and serving the town of Alice Springs. We thank you for the recent ANZAC day services, which have highlighted our community spirit and allowed us to express our gratitude for those who have sacrificed a great deal in defence of our country. 

We thank you for our Town Council, for our Mayor, and other council members, for their heart for Alice Springs and its people and their willingness to work hard for the well-being of those they serve. I pray for your blessing on them and their families, that you would give them the time, energy, patience and wisdom they need, to do their work well. 

Be with the people of our town. Give our young people purpose and direction. Fill families, homes and communities with your peace. Bless our schools and places of learning, our hospital and all who work there. Help our police, our emergency services, and all whose work centres on the protection of others. 

Help us to celebrate our rich history, landscape and the diversity of our people. Give us a willingness to work together with those who are different from us and help us always see the best in one another. Continue to bring tourists to our town and make our town a welcoming place for them.

As we approach a federal election, we pray for your blessing over our nation, our Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and opposition leader Peter Dutton, as well as all standing as representatives in various electorates across our nation. Help us, as we cast our votes, to be thoughtful and informed. 

Bless today’s meeting with clarity and collegiality, clear thinking and good decision making, mutual respect and a sense of satisfaction in the work we do. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.   

May God bless you too, as you live and work in our beautiful town.  

Pastor Ben

Prayer Families

At Living Waters we highlight different families to pray for each week. Praying for people in our community by name shows that we care for them as God does. He knows and loves each of us individually, and when we lift others up in prayer, we recognise their value in His eyes. This strengthens our community by bringing us closer together, reminding us to support and encourage one another.

Week 2

Kumar, Lawrence, Lawton, Lee, Linsley.

Week 3

Losee, Mader, Makouc, Jackson.

Week 4

McKay, Meagher, Mills, Morton, Morton. 

Week 3

Munyoro, Murray, Noble, Noyalton, Obede. 

Important Dates

Awards & Competition

Student of the Week - Week 2

Congrats to Austin Nyamushaya, Mack Morton, Cora Clark, Ron Thomas & Luke Pfeiffer.

Student of the Week - Week 3

Congrats to Maiya Richards-Miller, Pariha Kumar, Riley Chevallier, Mihira Arya, Manav Bhullar, Regan Hunter, Lexi Goldsworthy, Moyaz Alam, Blake Derr & Jahkarri Fernandez.

Birthdays 

Happy Birthday to the following students & staff:

Russell Munyoro, Valentina St Clair, Evelyn Embrey, Braxton South, Arliye Hearn, Austin Nyamushaya, Damien Shunje, Bianca Abbott, Anne Quin, Miss Emma Schuberg, Miss Sherry Lowah, Miss Tahlia Paton, and Mr Shane Jude.

General News

ICAS

ICAS 2025 is an Optional Assessment Program. Parents who wish to nominate their Year 2 - 6 child to sit individual ICAS assessments should visit https://shop.icasassessments.com/pages/parent-payment/TLE734.

Assessments on offer are Digital Technologies, Writing, English, Science, Spelling Bee and Mathematics. Each assessment has a cost involved. 

Nominations close on Monday 28th July, with assessments being held throughout August. Visit ICAS - Leading Academic Competition - ICAS Assessments if you would like more information. If you have any questions, please email living.waters@ntschools.net. 

School Times

School Start and Finish Times (8:20 am – 2:50 pm)

As has been the case for many years, it is an expectation that children arrive at school by 8:15 am at which time teachers collect and take children to class in readiness for roll marking. 

It is vitally important that children arrive at school on time, please. Every minute of learning/classroom organisation is important for each learner. Your assistance in helping us by having your child at school by 8:20 am will be most graciously appreciated. To that end, school commences at 8:20 am sharp, each day. Should your child arrive at school late, then they should present for a late pass, at the office.

Uniforms

Uniform Standards

Parents are reminded of the need to ensure that the wearing of uniforms are in line with the school expectations.

Particularly, we would draw your attention to the following areas:

• Students' hair is to be kept clean, neat and tidy, off the face; of natural appearance, not dyed, tinted or bleached. Hair below the shoulders needs to be tied up at all times.

• Black shoes should be plain, conventional and well-maintained.

• Students may not wear any makeup at any time.

• Girls may wear plain gold or silver studs or sleepers only.

Our students have a responsibility to uphold the ethos of the school, and to show pride in their school by wearing the uniform correctly – both at the school and when in the community. Your support in this regard is greatly appreciated.

Canteen Ordering

If your child is going to be away from school and you have already ordered canteen, please ring or email reception by 8:30 am so that your child’s order can be held until they return to school.

The canteen is open all week except for Thursdays.

To order, simply download the School24 app and use School ID: 2513 7963. Orders are due in by 8:20 am each day. 

Please remember that all canteen orders require a bag. Separate bags are needed for first and second break. You can purchase paper or reusable bags through the School24 app when ordering. Please check the 'bags' section of the menu. Students are also welcome to use a lunch bag purchased from elsewhere or brought from home - make sure to clearly label it though. 

Ness in the canteen is always looking for volunteers to help out, particularly on Fridays, but anytime you can give would be much appreciated. To register your interest please email Ness at lwls.canteen@ntschools.net.

2025 Calendar

Foundation Mid-Year Entry 2025

We are currently offering a mid-year entry Foundation class in 2025, subject to numbers. 

Registrations for places closes Friday 13th June. Students enrolled in our mid-year entry will complete 6 term of Foundation.

To register your interest, please call 8950 0700 or email living.waters@ntschools.net

Student Departure

Families are reminded that in line with our enrolment policy conditions we require a full term's notice of student departures. If you are planning to depart from Living Waters, please let us know by emailing living.waters@ntschools.net as soon as you know. 

SUPA Club

Saver Plus

Could the parents at your school use an extra $500 for education costs? We know that cost of living pressures are continuing to put extra stress on households, with families in particular feeling the effects.

 What is Saver Plus?  Eligibility applies

Saver Plus is a program for people on lower incomes. It’s about bolstering their financial skills, so they can develop (and keep) good savings habits.  

Since 2003, Saver Plus has supported more than 62,000 people to start saving.

It’s helped overcome the barriers around education expenses. And it’s helped set them up for a brighter future. 

 What are the eligible savings goals?

Eligible savings goals are education related products or services that:​

• ​Assisting primary / secondary / Tertiary student’s education: 

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Church News

Facebook Page  

The congregation's Facebook page is now up and running. 

You can check it out by using the QR code or following this link 

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557831308251

The purpose of this page is mainly to advertise our services 

and events and share devotional content. 

Please contact Pastor Ben or Liz for more information.  

Community Calendar

Living Waters Lutheran School

Corner Albrecht Drive & Kramer Street, Larapinta, 0870

P: 08 8950 0700 E: living.waters@ntschools.net

Alice Springs Lutheran Church

49 Gap Road, P: 08 8953 2432

Sunday Service 9.30am

Follow Us on Facebook 

Our Facebook page is regularly updated with information and photos from events at Living Waters. You can follow the page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100024059916012 to see what has been happening around the school.