Our Year 10 Digital Solutions students recently attended the 2025 BiG Day In at Griffith University, where they heard from industry leaders, including Defence Jobs Australia, the Australian Signals Directorate, Westpac, and Wisetech Global, about the exciting pathways a STEM career can offer.
A special highlight was when Tyler B. was recognised by the ADF presenter for his commitment to pursuing a career as a pilot and was presented with honorary applets in acknowledgement of his dedication.
On 12 August, our Year 10 Humanities (History) class travelled to Brisbane to visit the Queensland Holocaust Museum as part of our Term 3 studies on World War II. This excursion offered a powerful and meaningful opportunity to deepen our understanding of one of the most significant and tragic events in modern history—the Holocaust.
At the museum, we explored key events and timelines that led to the Holocaust, viewing historical artefacts and exhibits that helped us connect more personally with the stories of those affected. These displays provided essential context to the rise of Nazism, the persecution of Jewish communities, and the devastating impact of genocide during WWII.
One of the most profound moments of the day was the privilege of hearing from Holocaust survivor, Dr Peter Kraus. As a young prisoner during the Holocaust, Dr Kraus shared his deeply moving experiences of survival. His firsthand testimony brought history to life and helped us to better grasp the human impact of these events in a way that textbooks alone cannot achieve.
Overall, the excursion was both educational and emotional. It reminded us of the importance of remembering the past, honouring the victims, and standing up against injustice in all its forms.
By Year 10 Student, Kotaro I.
On Wednesday, 31 July, a group of passionate Year 10 and 11 students from King’s Christian College participated in the 2025 National Schools Constitutional Convention (NSCC) regional event. This significant civics opportunity allowed our students to engage with important issues surrounding Australia’s Constitution and its role in shaping the nation’s future.
Highlights from the day included:
The convention encouraged creative, critical, and forward-thinking discussion, with our students rising to the challenge by offering thoughtful insights and demonstrating a strong understanding of complex political concepts.
We are especially proud to share that Grace P. (Year 11) was selected as a Queensland delegate for the National Schools Constitutional Convention in Canberra, March 2026. Grace will join 120 students from across Australia in exploring this year’s national focus.
This is a prestigious achievement, and we warmly congratulate Grace on representing both King’s Christian College and Queensland with distinction.
“I valued the fact that the judge was extremely vulnerable with us about her learning experiences.” - Ava
“Grateful that the judge put her time into giving us a demonstration of a trial as well as making it enjoyable and helpful.” - Simon
It’s not every day that students in Queensland have the chance to take part in a personal question-and-answer session with Queensland Chief Justice Bowskill, only the second woman in history to hold this role. This was the remarkable experience of our Year 11 Legal Studies students on their recent visit to the Supreme Court.
During their time in the courtroom, students were able to:
This balance of hands-on learning and personal reflection gave students an unforgettable insight into both the legal system and the resilience required to succeed within it.
A cat making his way through a secret lab to defeat a mutation-crazed chef. A painter who must follow a mysterious emu through a terrifying maze. And a helpfully unhelpful guinea pig who creates a connection on a flight across the Atlantic. Each of these stories was written and illustrated by small teams of students from our high school over 12 hours during Write a Book in a Day.
Mr Caleb Turner, High School Teacher, said: "Our King’s teams showed incredible dedication and team spirit, coming up with an endless supply of wacky and wonderful ideas and forming lots of new friendships. Thanks to them for participating, and we wish them the best of success in the competition!"
The students, who ranged from Year 7 to 11 and were organised into teams of 8 to 10, produced illustrated books of 4,000 to 5,000 words that will be published and distributed to kids in hospitals with cancer. The competition is also a fundraiser for the Kids’ Cancer Project.
This annual event, run by the Kid’s Cancer Project, is more than just a writing challenge – it’s a chance for students to build teamwork, creativity and resilience while contributing to an important cause.
Student, Olivia D., reflected:
“The school had planned for us to “Write a Book in a Day”, and the atmosphere was lively the entire time. Everyone was working in small groups, doing a lot of character and plot designing, which eventually came together in quite a story, particularly keeping in mind the time limit. It was a good mix of laughter, creativity, and collaboration as we added life to the story we had devised. It was a thrilling day for us, doing team building exercises and having the opportunity to think on our feet and to craft something of quality to benefit others. Reflecting on this event, I think I can speak for everyone when I say that this experience enhanced our sense of togetherness.
It was nice to be able to share concepts and strategies, and also provide help and receive help when needed. It left me with the impression of how valuable a team can be when everyone rallies to a given cause. I also found out that as a leader, it is not always a case of being in 'command and control'. Rather, it can be better to provide gentle guidance where an appropriate nudge can help others achieve their potential. I believe the event was the chance to sharpen our leadership, along with a boost of creativity blended with an effective dose of collaboration".
Student Malachai F., said:
"We began at eight o’clock, planning the book we would write, thinking up plots and scenarios that might occur. As the day progressed, we began to write and illustrate. It was slow, but it was worth it. Our expert artists created amazing designs to match the chapters carefully written by the authors. We had lots of snacks (mostly brought by members of the team) and pizza for dinner. There were occasional breaks, during which we would rest our minds and our hands.
Write a Book in a Day raises money to help children who have cancer and to entertain kids in children’s hospitals all over Australia. The experience of Write a Book in a Day was absolutely fabulous. We had a good team, we all were joking and talking while we worked, and everyone in that room had a very, very good time. If there is anyone who wants to Write a Book in a Day, I encourage you to give it a try. And hey, you might have as much fun as I did".
The event not only sharpened leadership skills but also gave students the opportunity to create something special that will bring joy to children in hospital.
Families are warmly invited to support the cause by donating to the Kids' Cancer Project, through this link.
You can also view the students’ completed books by clicking the buttons below..
The canteen has been hosting a monthly art competition after Nathan, our Canteen Manager, asked for artwork to help brighten the space. The first competition, with the theme of “Food,” was open to all students, and Ms Lock had the challenging task of selecting the winners. Congratulations to Maicah A., Anlea P., Grace P., Tiana M., Sylvia C, and Sianna C., who each received a canteen voucher for their creativity!
This month, the competition was open to Primary students only, with the theme of “Spring.” We look forward to seeing even more creative entries in the months ahead!
After several weeks of careful work, our Year 3 students are now finishing their Yayoi Kusama–inspired calico bags, and what exceptional young artists they have proven to be! Inspired by Kusama’s famous use of bold colours and playful patterns, each student has created a unique design that reflects both creativity and individuality.
This project has been a wonderful opportunity for them to practise patience, attention to detail, and practical art-making skills. We are excited to see their completed bags!
Please follow @kingscollegeart on Instagram to see more work from the High School Art Rooms.
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Michelle H, Year 9, recently competed at the Qld State Library in the Oz Schools Instrumental Championships (OSIC), a new event dedicated to celebrating and nurturing the musical talents of school-age students across Australia. Over 10 weeks, outstanding young musicians showcased their talents in piano, strings, drums and guitar. Qualifying students were invited to compete in their respective state final, with top-placing students from each state progressing to the OSIC National Championship.
Michelle will now be representing Qld in the National Finals in November.
Congratulations Michelle! We wish you the very best for this next competition.
The Eisteddfod season has now come to a close for the Instrumental Music groups. The Eisteddfod is an excellent opportunity for our young musicians to gain valuable performance experience, participate in the local community events and experience what other community and school groups are doing in the same space.
Across the 4 weeks of competition, 11 groups represented King’s in their respective categories, demonstrating their skill in the community.
A special mention goes to the King’s Camerata conducted by Mr. Ryan Chislett. This string orchestra, consisting of both Reedy Creek and Pimpama students, competed in the ‘A’ division. With limited rehearsal opportunities together, they were able to form a cohesive ensemble and were awarded 2nd for their performance.
Commendable results from this Eisteddfod include:
2nd Place:
King’s Senior String Quartet, Mr. Ryan Chislett
Senior Concert Band, Mr. Jacob Aspinall
3rd Place:
King’s Intermediate String Quartet, Mr. Ryan Chislett
Very Highly Commended:
Year 5 Flutes, Mrs. Vera Hardman
Intermediate Flutes, Mrs. Vera Hardman
Congratulations to all of the performers at the Gold Coast Eisteddfod events.
Chess at Kings Christian College is at an all time high with students of all ages and abilities taking part in all levels of chess. From Pre prep students learning the game through our chess buddy program to students achieving master titles and even being selected for international representation on the global stage.
Here at Kings we are proud to have Australia's largest chess program with over 2500 students learning chess in their fortnightly rotations. In addition to in class chess, we have after school chess clubs, weekend and school holiday chess events for players of all ages and abilities, with expert coaching and guidance by Cookies Chess.
On Wednesday, August 6th, Kings was represented by approximately 40 students at the 2025 Gold Coast Secondary School Chess Championships at The Southport School. With 18 schools from across the Gold Coast region in attendance, the event was split into 5 divisions, (Premier, A - D).
We are blessed to have so many brilliant chess players representing Kings to the highest standard both on and off the chessboard. Kings top teams asserted their chess supremacy on rival schools finishing 1st and 2nd in the Premier division and qualifying both teams for the State Championships in term 4, held in Brisbane. This is a magnificent achievement by our students, with our 2nd team proving to be too strong for other schools number 1 teams.
Team 1
Micah Y.
Bryan Y.
Joshua C.
Luka H
Team 2
Kotaro I.
Cooper W.
Rentaro I.
Luka H.
Full results can be found at the following link.
Another Incredible achievement has been reached by not one, but two of our high school chess superstars, Micah Y. and Bryan Y., both achieving an international accreditation as master chess players, achieving the title of Candidate Master. Micah and Bryan are the first students to ever receive such chess titles whilst still in school. These titles are lifetime achievements and recognised globally; we are so proud of our students.
For more chess opportunities, be sure to check out Cookies Chess!
We’re proud to showcase students who are actively pursuing a career in the trades. These spotlights highlight the hands-on experience, practical skills, and personal growth our students gain as they explore real industry pathways and prepare for life beyond school.
On 26 August, KTTC held an event in recognition of R U OK? Day, aimed at raising awareness and encouraging meaningful conversations about mental health among students and staff. While the official R U OK? The day will be on 11 September 2025. KTTC highlighted the importance of checking in and supporting one another every day.
As part of the event, the wellbeing team organised activities including serving pancakes and juice, as well as a friendly basketball game, to create a relaxed environment for connection and conversation.
This week, our Year 10 KTTC students embraced Hands-on Learning with a unique experience. They had the privilege of hearing Mr Cooke share his inspiring personal testimony, which encouraged and challenged them to think deeply about their own journeys. The session concluded with a friendly game of chess, giving students the chance to connect, reflect, and enjoy some fun together.
This term, our Sport Development Program students have been focusing on their navigation and bushwalking skills in their Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation. They’ve developed practical skills in map reading, compass use, and safe bush travel while building teamwork, resilience, and problem-solving. It’s been a great opportunity to learn outdoors and grow confidence along the way.
Our Year 10 KTTC students thoroughly enjoyed supporting the Primary Tiny Town project, where they had the chance to work alongside younger students and help bring their imaginative ideas to life. This collaboration was a wonderful opportunity for the older students to step into mentoring roles, guiding and encouraging the Primary students as they built their project-based learning community. The excitement and creativity shared between the two groups highlighted the value of learning together across different year levels, fostering teamwork, leadership, and a strong sense of community.
To celebrate a successful term of Hands on Learning at Bunnings, the store generously donated herbs and planting mix for students to bring back to campus and continue nurturing our herb garden. This thoughtful gift has allowed students to extend their learning beyond the store and into our school environment, where they have enjoyed caring for the plants, watching them thrive, and seeing the results of their hard work. The herb garden has become a practical and rewarding way for students to experience responsibility, teamwork, and the satisfaction of growing something they can share with the school community.
Book week has been a huge success and so much fun this year in the library. This year’s theme was “Book an Adventure”; our libraries were transformed into aeroplanes, and library staff became airline attendants for “Adventure Airlines”. All our students were invited to “Book an Adventure” and receive a passport with daily activities to complete and hand in on Friday to go in a draw to win prizes.
On Wednesday, we celebrated the Australian School Library Day. Our week concluded with an all-primary book week dress-up, allowing students and staff to dress as their favourite book character. Our Prep – Year 3 classes also received a special delivery of a wonderful adventure book for the class to enjoy reading during Book Week.
Congratulations to all our Book week winners!
Students were given a passport, and during book week, they had to do a variety of activities to get stamps each day in the passport. All correct entries went into a draw. Year 1 - 3 students received a book, and Year 4 to 6 students received a $20 QBD book voucher. We hope you enjoy your prizes!
