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A Cord of Three Strands podcast explores relationships in an Australian P-12 school in groups of three. Based on the Book of Ecclesiastes’ idea that a Cord of Three strands is not easily broken, principal Shane Altmann hosts conversations with College community members, including students, staff and parents. Designed for the commuting parent or families on the school run, this podcast opens up the life of an energised learning community for discussion and reflection.
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The Identity and Ethos that drives Faith Lutheran College Redlands... What does it mean to be Lutheran?
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In this week's podcast, Shane Altmann, FLCR Principal, talks with Pastor Greg Fowler and Carly Brooks, the Year 12 Wellbeing Coordinator, about the Lutheran ethos and identity that shapes Faith Lutheran College Redlands.By Faith Lutheran College Redlands
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Learning Support and Wellbeing at Faith: How we support our students at Faith.
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In this episode, Principal Shane Altmann talks with Teresa Simmonds, Director of Learning Support (K-12) and Emma Brice, Deputy Head of Primary - Wellbeing, about the school's approach to supporting all the learners at Faith.By Faith Lutheran College Redlands
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Vocational Education at Faith: Meeting the needs of all Faith students
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In this episode, Principal Shane Altmann chats with Mrs Julene Lander, Vocational Education and Careers Coordinator and Mr David Moore, Deputy Head of Secondary School about how the college embraces vocational education. They explore the difference between the academic pathways and the vocational pathways offered at Faith and how they have evolved …
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Student Input at Faith: The important role student voice has in the running of a school.
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In this episode, Principal Shane Altmann talks with school leaders Max and Giselle about their experience as students and student leaders. They talk about their role in running weekly school events, collaborating with teachers and administrators to lead initiatives, and the incredible amount of input students at Faith have in the running of the sch…
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Chaplains in School: Their role, their importance and their impact
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In this week's episode, Principal Shane Altmann chats with Mr Jesse Miegel, the Secondary School Chaplain, and Mr Ross Bird, the Primary School Chaplain, about their roles in the school. They chat about the evolution of the role at Faith, the spaces within Faith that Chaplains work within, and the impact such critical roles have on the lives of stu…
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Parents in School: How the Home-School-Classroom trifecta has a powerful impact on student and family success
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In this week's episode, Principal Shane Altmann converses with Nat and Deanne, parents who have been a part of the school community for many years as their children have progressed from Prep to graduation. They talk about the various ways parents can contribute to the school community through volunteering, leading, and participating in the regular …
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Relational Management: Using the restorative practice framework to restore relationships in the school community
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In this week's podcast, Principal Shane Altmann enjoys a conversation with Pastor Greg Fowler and Deputy of Secondary School, Mr Tony Longmire, about how the college uses the restorative practices framework to restore community when school community members make poor choices. They reflect on the restorative practices model as one that mirrors Jesus…
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Life in Community: The Personal & Practical Elements. The Principal. The Pastor. The Business Manager
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In this week's episode, Principal Shane Altmann sits down with the college pastor, Pastor Greg Fowler, and the business manager, Mrs Leanne Wheeler, to discuss life in the community from their unique perspectives. They explore how their roles interact through the role of the Principal and how that plays out on the broader experience of the school c…
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Transformation: The Change Journey at Faith Lutheran College Redlands
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In this week's podcast, Principal Shane Altmann talks with the Head of Secondary, Stuart Needham and the Business Manager, Leanne Wheeler, about the highs and lows of Faith's transformational change over the last eight years.By Faith Lutheran College Redlands
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Creativity, Activity & Sport: How extracurricular programs are creating amazing opportunities for students and the community
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In this episode, Principal Shane Altmann talks with the Director of Sports, Nic Hutchinson and the Director of Creative & Performing Arts, Annette Joyce, about the growing interest in extracurricular activities. They discuss the fantastic growth of the programs and the benefits the activities provide for students in terms of being a part of a team …
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Connections and Agency: A conversation between Lachlan Helm, Tony Longmire and Shane Altmann
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In this podcast, Principal Shane Altmann talks to alumnus Lachlan Helm and Deputy Head of Secondary Mr Tony Longmire about the student journey through Faith. Lachlan, who attended Faith for his entire schooling journey, talks with Tony and Shane about the development of student agency throughout the senior years, the transition into independent lea…
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Managing Change: The Transition from Primary to Secondary School
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In this episode, the Cord of Three Strands brings together the Principal, Mr Shane Altmann, the Head of Secondary School, Mr Stuart Needham and a parent of three students at Faith, Mrs Mel Landicho. In this conversation, they talk about the joys and challenges experienced during the transition from primary to secondary school.…
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Learning in the Early Years - The Importance of Home & School Relationships
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In this episode of A Cord of Three Strands, the discussion brings the school Principal, Shane Altmann, together with early years teacher, Mrs Joh Cassidy and parent, Mrs Maria Smith to talk about learning in the early years and the importance of home and school relationships.By Faith Lutheran College Redlands
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