FROM THE PRINCIPAL
COLLEGE BOARD
At GNLC the basis of student wellbeing is respect, grace and the genuine care that we have for each other. This is based on our knowledge that God has created each person and each one is uniquely gifted to live alongside and complement each other. We recognise the human condition and that we make mistakes. We show grace in healing and growing. We all belong in God’s kingdom, and I love that everyone in our community feels welcomed and that they belong. What I love most about the GNLC community is its greatest strength – our people. We have a wonderful College Board, a strong senior leadership team and extraordinary staff who are all willing to do whatever it takes to bring out the best in our students. We are well positioned to continue to nurture and educate our young scholars and help them become well-rounded citizens, capable of great things. As we reflect on the last 25 years, we see a history of commitment and courage along with the integrity not to step away from what we believe in. As we open our fabulous Junior Years building in our Jubilee year and make plans for our Early Learning and Allied Health facility in 2023, the future looks incredibly bright for the students and families at GNLC. Luke 2:40 “The Child continued to grow and become strong, increasing in wisdom; and the grace of God was upon Him.” Mrs Fiona McAuliffe, Principal B.Ed, M.Ed
It is a great honour to be sharing with you the pride we have in our history and our dreams for the future, as 2022 sees us celebrate our Jubilee year. We owe much to our founders who developed an inspiring and forward-thinking vision to introduce Lutheran Education to one of Melbourne’s fastest growing corridors. In 1997, establishing a Lutheran school in Werribee did not just mean finding land and funds, it meant
We are blessed with a Board who continue to dedicate their time overseeing the governance of our College. Our current Board members are:
Russell Wedding (Chair)
Joined 2017
Jerry Gubecka (Vice Chair)
Joined 2015
Noel Goltz
Joined 1997
Peter Renner
Joined 2006
introducing Lutheran philosophy and showing the people of western Melbourne what Lutheran Education looked like. In a competitive, culturally rich market we had to prove ourselves capable of delivering a holistic, first-class education that appeals to everyone. Twenty five years later, I believe we can say our journey has been a success! Originally, we started with just 26 students and the path to a sustainable school looked narrow and long. With God’s hand and the strong faith of our community, the College navigated through a myriad of challenges and successes. We have introduced the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary and Middle Years Programmes, which provide an excellent foundation for Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) in the Senior Years. I believe there are exciting opportunities for students when the Australian Curriculum is delivered within the IB framework and built on Lutheran values. I love to see the growing belief of what is possible in our students – this is growing as fast as the College.
Graeme Simpkin
Joined 2009
Daniel Verrico
Joined 2010
Marion Nott
Joined 2019
Gary Jewson
Joined 2019
Neil Leek
Joined 2022
GOOD NEWS CITATION AWARDS
FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
Good News Citation Awards are presented to Board members who have given outstanding service to the life and development of the College. Recipients of this prestigious award are:
Bill Kennedy
2002
Roger Schwarz
2005
We believe contemporary pedagogy, multi-disciplinary project-based learning and inquiry complement explicit teaching and learning and will give our students the best opportunity for life beyond school. We want to give our students every opportunity to attend university, TAFE or enter the work force after completing Year 12. The beauty of education is that success looks different for everybody. My job is to ensure that we provide opportunities for students to find their passion and fulfil their dreams. I feel blessed and honoured, everyday, to play a part in positively shaping the future of our country’s next leaders, to help them become the best versions of themselves. Mr Richard Baird, Deputy Principal B.Ed, MBA, ASAM
We believe that holistic education supports physical, spiritual, social, and emotional wellbeing, equipping students with the tools to be resilient, self-motivated and engaged participants in their learning. Students are guided in partnership with their teachers and parents to set goals, develop agency and learn how to make choices about their learning, enhanced by lived experiences and personal passions.
Brenton Schier
2013
John Belani OAM
2016
Graeme Huf
2018
Matthew Miller
2019
As the Deputy Principal, I have the pleasure of supporting all students from Prep to Year 12 to fulfil their potential. We support the IB philosophy and deliver this through the Australian Curriculum.
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