A Cord of Three Strands

A Cord of Three Strands

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.

Episodes

May 23, 2025 29 mins

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. 

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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.

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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 over the past 10-15 years to better meet the needs of students of the college.

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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 school.

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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 students and staff.

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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 rhythms of the school and the many benefits that come as a result.

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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' ministry and message and allows the positive and healthy growth of everyone in the ...

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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 community.

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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.

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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 or group, reaching out into the community and extending students into new areas o...

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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 learning, and the development of connections between students and teachers.

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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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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.

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