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Sophia College Plainland

Locality: Plainland, Queensland, Australia

Address: 56 Otto Rd, Plainland, Queensland, Australia 4341 Plainland, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.sophiacollege.qld.edu.au

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25.01.2022 On the vigil of the feast day of St Francis, Pope Francis released his third Encyclical Letter entitled Fratelli Tutti (Brother and Sisters All), drawing on words of St Francis https://bit.ly/3nUffea. This latest Encyclical, subtitled On Fraternity and Social Friendship, builds upon the Pope’s previous Encyclical - Laudato Si' (Praise Be to You), which has inspired the development of Sophia College. In Laudato Si', Pope Francis explored St Francis’ vision of the interconnec...tedness of all of creation in God and in this new letter he offers a vision of the interconnectedness of all human beings in God. He also speaks of the inalienable dignity of every human person and the need for open dialogue in all relationships. The values of freedom, mutual respect and solidarity Pope Francis highlights in this Encyclical will be at the heart of our community at Sophia College. To find out more visit our website at www.sophiacollege.qld.edu.au #Plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool #Sophiacollege #BCESchools #futurelearningcommunities

24.01.2022 Today we remember all whose lives have been, and continue to be, impacted by war and violence throughout the world. We speak the names of those we know who served our country in so many wars and those who serve today. We give thanks for the freedom we enjoy today because of their bravery and sacrifice. ... We speak the names of family members forever impacted by the effects of war on those who returned. We pray for lasting peace today especially in those countries being torn apart by war. May peace be on the lips and in the hearts of all leaders, may peace be on our own lips and in our hearts. We remember...we speak...we give thanks...we pray...lest we forget. (Credit: Jamberoo Abbey) #rememberanceday #BCEschools #plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #Sophiacollege

24.01.2022 Happy Birthday Pope Francis. Turning 84 today!

23.01.2022 We would like to welcome foundation student Darius Kebbell to our college community. Darius said he cannot wait to make history when he walks through the doors of our college in 2021. I always wanted to do something really special and being a foundation pupil means a lot to me, as that will be set in the history books forever, Darius said. Darius said hes looking forward to seeing Sophia College take shape and making awesome memories.

21.01.2022 A Blessing for Mothers We bless our mothers and the women who care for us, who share our joys and successes, who comfort us through fear and failure. We pray for the mothers who grieve for the loss of loved ones, who suffer due to illness, violence, or poverty. May we uphold their dignity and support their needs.... Through times of hardship and struggle, may our mothers know we love and honour them. We pray for mothers who have died. May they rest in peace and our memories of them rest always in our hearts. May mothers and all women share in the wisdom of God who is love: creator, nurturer, protector. We give thanks for mothers. By Clare Locke.

21.01.2022 Today we celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sunday and the theme: Together in the Spirit. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Council (NATSICC) to rethink ways in how we empower Catholics to mark this special day. NATSICC has gone digital, hosting the first ever livestreamed Mass from St Francis Xaviers Cathedral in Adelaide. The livestream will be available from 11.30am EST at the NATSICC homepage https://www.natsicc.org.au/2020-atsi-sunday.html where you can also find more handy resources to help mark the occasion.

20.01.2022 It was our great pleasure to welcome Bishop Ken Howell and a number of special guests to celebrate the official Blessing of the Soil, which marks an important milestone in our journey of building a Catholic secondary school community in the Lockyer Valley. As a symbol of our unity, soil from foundation families was combined with soil from the college site to plant an Illawarra flame tree. This tree will be a reminder of our call to be a vibrant community of learning where we ...foster care for each other and a deep connection to creation. To discover more about the wonderful learning community we are growing for Plainland and its surrounds please visit www.sophiacollege.qld.edu.au or call into our shop front office at Plainland Plaza and have a chat. #Plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool #Sophiacollege #BCESchools #futurelearningcommunities Gatton, Lockyer and Brisbane Valley Star The Lockyer & Somerset Independent ABC Southern Queensland The Fassifern Guardian & Tribune See more

18.01.2022 They shall grow not old, As we that are left grow old, Age shall not weary them, Nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun, ... And in the morning We will remember them. Lest we forget. See more

18.01.2022 O Radiant dawn shine forth in glory! Christ has burst forth from the tomb. Give praise, O people of the earth.... Death is overcome, God triumphs. Alleluia!

17.01.2022 Did you know its five years since Pope Francis released his encyclical on the environment? As a college with a Franciscan Charism, we will join our brothers and sisters across the world to unite in celebrating Laudato Si Week which starts today, May 16 until May 24. The theme for the week, everything is connected, is a call to take the next steps in a groundbreaking journey toward better care of Gods creation. It also launches a year-long journey of transformation, as we... grow through the crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic by praying, reflecting, and preparing together for a better world for tomorrow. #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #sophiacollege #LaudatoSi #archdioceseofbrisbane #BCEschools #BCElearningcommunity See more

17.01.2022 Read all about it! Look who made the Gatton Star newspaper with a story about our promising enrolment numbers as we look to opening in 2021. For more info about the fantastic college community we are building in Plainland visit: https://bit.ly/32uYaiC #Plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool #Sophiacollege #BCESchools #futurelearningcommunities

17.01.2022 Thanks for sharing we appreciate the support Plainland Crossing. To find out more about what will be on offer for our future students follow our Facebook page, pop into our office at Plainland Plaza and chat with our staff or visit our website at https://bit.ly/2Yr8qVp

16.01.2022 ATTENTION Families of students enrolled in 2021 An email has been sent home to all families who have students enrolled in 2021 regarding Uniform bookings through Midford. Please ensure you read over it to be up to date on uniform fittings for your students.

15.01.2022 We are delighted to announce we are adding a 25-seater mini-bus to the transport mix we can offer our students. This significant college resource will help reduce our carbon footprint (in line with our Franciscan Charism) and make our drop off zones safer, with less car journeys necessary on our roads. Keep an eye on our Facebook page or our website https://bit.ly/2BHDkkv for updates on future bus routes for our fabulous mini-bus.

15.01.2022 Check out our latest addition our very own college bus has arrived! We are looking forward to using this bus for class excursions and activities. So exciting! #plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #Sophiacollege Gatton, Lockyer and Brisbane Valley Star Lockyer Valley Notice Board. The Lockyer & Somerset Independent ABC Southern Queensland The Fassifern Guardian & Tribune #BCEschools

15.01.2022 Expressions of Interest Mobile Security Patrol Services. We are seeking expressions of interest from local companies that offer mobile security patrols. If you know of any local company that might be interested in quoting on these services, please encourage them to email [email protected]

15.01.2022 We are delighted to welcome Margareta Lemon as Assistant Principal Religious Education (APRE) to our ever-growing team here at Sophia College. Currently employed at St Marys College, Ipswich, Margareta is an experienced educator who has worked extensively within the Catholic sector, both nationally and internationally. She has lots of experience in the areas of community development, social justice, advocacy, and youth ministry. Margareta played a significant role in foster...ing the Catholic ethos and identity at St Marys College through practical, creative and meaningful ways that have inspired young people to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ in their daily lives. Margareta will join us at the start of Term 4, 2020 and we look forward to her contribution to developing our community and nurturing our Franciscan Charism. #Plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool #Sophiacollege #BCESchools #futurelearningcommunities See more

15.01.2022 With our enrolment office now up and running its time to introduce Mollie Haley, our enrolment officer. A Plainland local since 1995, Mollie was a member of the college steering committee. She is very knowledgeable about our college and is very happy to answer any queries you may have about our fees, facilities and any other questions about our wonderful college community we are building here in Plainland. Pop into the office and say hello.

15.01.2022 We are delighted to welcome our new Business Manager, Denise McGeary to Sophia College, Plainland. Having worked in education for more than 30 years, both primary and secondary, Denise is excited to be part of the college journey in bringing a secondary Catholic school to Plainland. She is looking forward to bringing all her experience in strategic management of financial resources, management of support staff, property, building and asset management, Work Health and Safety,... marketing, community relation and college development, IT planning and management and general administration to our wonderful college community. Drop into our enrolment office at Plainland Plaza to welcome Denise and find out more about our college, opening next year on the corner of Otto and Gehrke Road. #BCEschools #futurelearningcommunities #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool

14.01.2022 We were delighted to welcome Brisbane Catholic Education Deputy Executive Doug Ashleigh to visit the site of our college today. It was wonderful to share with him about our vision for Sophia College and what is planned for our opening in 2021. #plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #Sophiacollege #futurelearningcommunities #BCEschools

13.01.2022 Just to let you know our office will be closed on Friday May 22 as were taking a road trip to visit Good Samaritan Catholic College, which opened last year in Bli Bli. We cant wait to to check out their fantastic facilities and tap into the vast knowledge of the people there about their experiences. Thats the great thing about being part of a system of 144 Catholic schools across South East Queensland, we can seek advice and support from our collegues to help create a posi...tive school experience for all our future students, making them confident, lifelong learners, regardless of family circumstances. #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool #sophiacollege #BCEschools #BCElearningcommunity See more

13.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day #BCEschools

13.01.2022 We are seeking a Grounds and Maintenance person with a genuine passion for their work to deliver a range of services for the upkeep, maintenance and development of our college grounds once building work on Stage 1 has finished and we welcome our first students in January 2021. For more information or to apply please visit https://bit.ly/368y2dB #plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #Sophiacollege Gatton, Lockyer and Brisbane Valley Star Lockyer Valley Notice Board. The Lockyer & Somerset Independent ABC Southern Queensland The Fassifern Guardian & Tribune #BCEschools

12.01.2022 We are seeking expressions of interest from people with experience in organising staff, preparation and ordering of supplies and operation of a college canteen/tuckshop or something similar. In 2021, Sophia College will start the school year with close to 100 Year 7 students. We are looking to ensure we have a canteen/tuckshop facility available for these students and staff. At this point in time it is not certain whether the facility will operate on a daily basis, it will be dependant on what service and financial viability it has on the finances of the college. For further information or submission of your expression of interest, please email the College Business Manager, Denise McGeary [email protected]

12.01.2022 Our enrolment office is now open at Plainland Plaza. Drop in and say hello to our foundation Principal, Narelle Dobson, and find out about enrolment, fees, facilities and much more. The enrolment office is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm. Or you can visit our website at: https://bit.ly/2VskHZy for more information about our college, opening next year on the corner of Otto and Gehrke Road.

11.01.2022 As we remember the miracle of Christmas the hope, peace, joy and love shepherded into the world by the birth of Jesus may we be inspired to show mercy, compassion and kindness to all. Wishing all of the Sophia College community and supporters a very blessed Christmas. #BCESchools #futurelearningcommunities #teachchallengetransform #plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #SophiaCollege

11.01.2022 IMPORTANT UPDATE: You will find a link to the bus services available to our students and contact details at https://bit.ly/33iKIOg For students planning to use bus services to Sophia College in 2021, please ensure your Bus Travel Assistance paperwork is lodged with the bus company by the 4th December, 2020. The required form can either be downloaded at https://www.tmr.qld.gov.au and search for form F2208, print it and return via email or dropped into the bus depot, or a copy can be collected from the bus depot. #plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #Sophiacollege #futurelearningcommunities #BCEschools

10.01.2022 Breaking News - Bishop Ken Howell will join us on Thursday, 29 October 2020 for a Blessing of the Soil celebration. This is an important step in our journey to opening in January 2021. Blessing the soil means we can say our college sits on Holy Ground - a place where "God speaks and listens to us". #Plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool #Sophiacollege #BCESchools #futurelearningcommunities Gatton, Lockyer and Brisbane Valley Star The Lockyer & Somerset Independent

10.01.2022 Wishing all of the Sophia College community a very Happy New Year! May 2021 be a wonderful year for all - filled with growth, joy, and peace. #BCESchools #futurelearningcommunities #teachchallengetransform #plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #Sophiacollege

10.01.2022 St Brigids Primary School, Rosewood, is an amazing school filled with caring staff! #futurelearningcommunities #stbrigidsrosewood

09.01.2022 This week the Sophia College Leadership Team hit the road in our new bus to deliver gifts to our foundation students. It was wonderful to meet our students in person and to see how excited they are about starting as foundation students at Sophia College in 2021. #plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #Sophiacollege #futurelearningcommunities #BCEschools

09.01.2022 UNIFORM FITTINGS REMINDER Families of students enrolled in 2021 Uniform fittings are taking place next week. If you have not yet made a booking we encourage you to click on the link to Midford in yesterday’s correspondence under the heading Uniform Fittings to ensure you child is measured up for uniforms before the end of the year.

07.01.2022 A welcome message from our Foundation Principal Narelle Dobson #Plainlandplaza #BCEschools #futurelearningcommunities #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool

06.01.2022 Have you seen our fabulous pole banners? #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenoregrovestateschool... #foresthillstateschool #laidleystateschool #sophiacollege #BCEschools #BCElearningcommunity See more

06.01.2022 Site works are progressing quickly for our new college for the #Plainland community. The new road with the turfed footpath gives us a wonderful street frontage. Exciting times!!! #Plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool #Sophiacollege #BCESchools #futurelearningcommunities

04.01.2022 Say hello to our Foundation Principal, Narelle Dobson. Narelle is a highly experienced educator with significant leadership experience including as Deputy Principal at Mary MacKillop College, Nundah for the past 10 years. Welcome Narelle, to what is already shaping up to be a truly wonderful college community. Visit our website https://bit.ly/2VskHZy to find out more about Narelle, enrolments and the colleges vision and mission.... #BCEschools #BCElearningcommunity

04.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS: We will be interviewing for Year 7 2022 in September 2020. Families wishing to attend will need to apply online through our website www.sophiacollege.qld.edu.au and forward the required documents to [email protected]

03.01.2022 Excitement is building on site as preparation continues for the pouring of concrete slabs for our first classrooms. We are so excited and proud about becoming a part of the Plainland community. To find out more about what we will offer future students follow our Facebook page and visit our website at www.sophiacollege.qld.edu.au #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity... #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool #sophiacollege #BCEschools #BCElearningcommunity See more

02.01.2022 We wanted to give a big shout out to David Gall, who joins our fantastic community at Sophia College Plainland as #DeputyPrincipal. David is an experienced #educator who is passionate about creative and innovative ways of teaching that engages all learners. We are thrilled to welcome David to our team. #BCEschools #futurelearningcommunities #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool #sophiacollege

02.01.2022 We are delighted to welcome new staff members Michael Thorpe, digital and resource school officer; Jarryd Donkin and Shane Capner, grounds and maintenance; and Jodie Passfield and Kim Woods, classroom school officers, to our team at Sophia College. We wish all our foundation staff, students and their families a very happy and holy Christmas. We look forward with great joy to welcoming you all to Sophia College in January 2021! #BCESchools #futurelearningcommunities #teachchallengetransform #plainlandplaza #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #Sophiacollege

01.01.2022 Its #WorldEnvironmentDay today and a chance for us to reimagine and reflect on our relationship with #nature. In the words of our college patron, Saint Francis of Assisi, Start by doing whats necessary; then do whats possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible. How you are encouraging others to raise their voices #fornature? #plainlandcrossing #plainlandcommunity #hattonvalestateschool #glenorestateschool... #sophiacollege #BCEschools #Biodiversity #careforcreation #LaudatoSi #sustainability See more

01.01.2022 Check out the latest drone footage of construction on our administration building, general learning areas, and specialist classrooms for science, design and technologies and the arts! Our college is really beginning to take shape as we look forward to welcoming our foundation Year 7 students in 2021. To find out more about Sophia College visit https://bit.ly/3iElmPG.

01.01.2022 Today we pause to reflect on the supreme sacrifice of Christ our Saviour at the cross on Calvary Hill some 2000 years ago.