2026 BEGINNING OF TERM 1 - 6 February 2026
FROM THE COLLEGE PRINCIPAL

FROM THE COLLEGE PRINCIPAL

I hope the commencement of the 2026 academic year has begun as smoothly as possible for all our returning and incoming students and families.

2025 SENIOR OUTCOMES

May I take this opportunity to congratulate our 2025 Senior cohort on their outcomes, with the vast majority of students achieving their first preference of study. It was wonderful to celebrate their collective achievements at the recent Scholars’ Assembly.

I also congratulate our 2025 Academic Award winners across Years 10-12. The recognition of academic achievement and effort will remain a focus at the College, and we see this as central to the preservation of a culture which values learning outcomes and efforts.

CAPITAL WORKS

Those returning to the College may notice the commencement and completion of capital works projects that unfolded during the pupil free period. Over that time, the decking outside Café by the Sea was restored, and ongoing works are taking place in the upstairs section of St Theresa’s Boarding House. The College is also intending to commence works throughout Term 1 and Term 2, upgrading the old Mercy Rose Room, Health Centre and Boarding Reception. We will continue to keep members of the College community abreast of these developments as they progress. 

WELCOME TO NEW STAFF AND STUDENTS

The start of Term 1 is always busy, but this year, particularly so. During the pupil free period in January, College staff returned, completing a wide range of professional development and compliance responsibilities. We also onboarded a number of new staff including:

Patrick Morrow
Deputy Principal – Operations, Staff & Community

Jo Gilmore
Assistant Dean of Boarding – Academic

Jason Bennett
Head of Year 7

Yana Hurst
Head of House – Dominations
Maria Franettovich
Head of Department – Food Technology
Michelle Scott
Inclusive Education Case Manager – Years 9 to 12
Megan Shackell
Inclusive Education Case Manager – Year 8
Michelle Harrison
Teacher
Ben Quirk
Teacher
Kris Farmer
Teacher
Sharna Alloway
Teacher
Rebecca Kadvany
Teacher
Kaylah Dobbie
Residential Leader
Nicole Brady
Residential Leader
Talitha Smith
Residential Leader

Joanne McCluskey
Instrumental Music Teacher – Guitar & Bass

Simone Hale
Facilities Manager

Hennie Venter
Maintenance Officer

 

 

We know that the quality of staffing at any school makes a significant difference to the wellbeing and outcomes of young people, and we look forward to continuing to make our new staff feel very much part of the St Patrick’s College Townsville community. I know that you will join me in making them all feel very welcome.

It was also wonderful to welcome back our Year 12 students and commission them as Senior leaders – I have every confidence in their leadership and know them to be an impressive group of young women. It was also a pleasure to induct our largest Year 7 cohort into the College, commencing their education in the Mercy tradition. No matter how old one gets, ‘firsts’ remain memorable. I recall my own first day of high school, and the comfort and reassurance I found, not only in the Mercy sisters, but in the wonderful staff and students who reassured me, and pointed me in the right direction when support was needed. We fully understand that this can be a daunting time for our incoming students, and hope that our induction and connection events with Senior Sisters, can enhance a sense of belonging, support and reassurance. I would encourage any parent whose young person is struggling to reach out to us, so that we work in partnership to enhance transition.

PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS TO SUPPORT EFFECTIVE TRANSITION

Transition however, is not something reserved for students alone. At St Patrick’s College Townsville, we strive to ensure a quality partnership with parents, as we work collectively to provide a well-rounded and high quality education for young people. We recognise that starting well and building routines will be extremely important to the academic outcomes of young people, and in turn, their sense of achievement and wellbeing. This year, we have added a number of parent information sessions at the start of the term, with the aim of providing parents the necessary information to support their daughter’s academic journey. These sessions have been tailored to each year level. Broadly, they will build parent understanding of the study skills students should be developing at each year level, along with expectations in relation to homework, assessment and feedback. Senior school sessions will outline Senior protocols required by QCAA. Our aim is to ensure high quality information, so that parents understand why and how we work with young people in the way that we do. While the Senior sessions have already occurred, we would warmly encourage all parents of Year 8 and 9, and Year 7, to attend respective sessions on:

  • Year 8 and 9 – Supporting Effective Study Habits, Friday 6 February 5.00pm – 6.00pm in the Auditorium, immediately prior to Welcome Drinks commencing at 6.00pm.
  • Year 7 – Building Successful Learners, Thursday 19 February 5.30pm – 6.30pm in the Auditorium.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARENT CONNECTION THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Other opportunities for parent connection across the year are more social in nature. I warmly extend an invitation to all parents to attend the Welcome Drinks from 6.00pm – 7.30pm on Friday 6 February, held in the College Auditorium. As well as connecting with other parents, there will be an opportunity to meet some of our teachers and all members of the College Leadership Team. We see these relationships of connection as a distinctive aspect of the community that is St Patrick’s College Townsville, and know that relationships will be of extraordinary importance as we navigate the teenage years in partnership with you.

Other social events earmarked on our calendar include:

  • Music Soirée & Alumni Event: 2025 Seniors, 56, 66, 76, 86, 96, 06, 16 graduates – Friday 6 March 5.30pm – 7.30pm
  • Mother’s Day Breakfast – Friday 8 May 7.15am – 8.30am
  • College Trivia Night – Friday 29 May, from 6.00pm
  • Brisbane Alumni Luncheon – Friday 12 June
  • Music by the Sea – Friday 21 August, 5.30pm – 7.30pm
  • Father’s Day Breakfast – Thursday 3 September 7.15am – 8.30am
  • NAIDOC Community Celebration – Wednesday 16 September, 5.30pm – 8.00pm
  • Performing Arts Showcase – Friday 16 October

We hope to see parents and students across these events throughout the year.

Kath Little

COLLEGE PRINCIPAL

FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – OPERATIONS, STAFF & COMMUNITY

FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – OPERATIONS, STAFF & COMMUNITY

Firsts, Lasts, and the Courage to Have a Go

As Term 1 unfolds, I have been reflecting on how much of this time is defined by firsts and lasts.

For me, this year marks many firsts as I settle into the role of Deputy Principal. My first College assemblies, first sporting events, first productions, and first opportunities to stand alongside students, staff, and families as we celebrate what makes this community special.

For many of our new students, it is also a season of firsts: first classes, first steps in building relationships, first challenges, and first moments of belonging to the St Patrick’s College Townsville community.

At the same time, for our Year 12 students, this year represents a series of lasts. The last first day, the last swimming carnival, the last performances, games, and shared experiences that have shaped their journey. These lasts are powerful. They remind us that growth is not just about beginnings, but about recognising how far we have come.

What connects both these firsts and lasts is challenge.

Whether you are new to a role, new to a school, or preparing to leave one chapter behind, growth rarely comes from comfort. It comes from having a go, from stepping forward even when the outcome is not guaranteed. As a school community, we ask our students to do this every day, to attempt a new skill, to share an idea, to perform, to compete, to lead, and sometimes to fail.

Failure is not the opposite of success; it is often the pathway to it. When students are willing to try, to take risks, and to learn from what does not work, they build resilience, confidence, and character. The same is true for us as adults. Settling into a new role has reminded me that leadership, like learning, requires humility, reflection, and a willingness to keep improving.

What makes learning and growth possible is community. A supportive school community gives people permission to have a go, to try something new knowing they will be encouraged, challenged, and supported along the way. I have already felt that support strongly, and I thank students, staff, and families for the warmth and openness you have shown.

As we continue through the year, my hope is that we embrace both the firsts and the lasts with intention. That we celebrate effort as much as achievement, courage as much as success, and growth in all its forms. The most important learning happens when we are willing to step forward, take a risk, and have a go, together.

I look forward to continuing to build strong relationships with our families through community events and shared experiences throughout the year. When schools and families are connected, students thrive. I welcome the opportunity to listen, learn, and work together in the spirit of partnership.

Patrick Morrow

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – OPERATIONS, STAFF & COMMUNITY

FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – STUDENTS (DAY & BOARDING)

FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – STUDENTS (DAY & BOARDING)

Welcome to 2026. Last week, we held the Year 7 and Year 12 Investiture, giving badges to new Year 7s and marking the Year 12s’ final school year with their Senior Badges. A red door featured on stage, symbolising welcome and compassion, inspired by Catherine McAuley’s House of Mercy. The door honours her legacy of care, hospitality, and service, encouraging all who enter to feel the warmth of Mercy’s enduring mission.

Over the coming weeks, students will review College Policies and updates within PC groups to ensure comprehensive understanding across all students. The policies under review include:

  • Student Code of Conduct
  • Respectful Relationships: Antibullying Policy
  • Communication Policy
  • Attendance Policy
  • Acceptable Use of Personal Devices Policy
  • Acceptable Use of ICT Services Policy
  • Academic Policies

Policies are accessible to parents and students via both the parent dashboard and student dashboard, found under the Information and Policies tile. Additionally, students can refer to the Student Code of Conduct and Respectful Relationships: Antibullying Policy in their student diary.

This year, there is an emphasis on enhancing students’ use of the College Diary for effective planning, organisation, and recording of assessments and homework.

STUDENT DRIVERS

Please note, student drivers should complete the following Student Vehicle Register form, which can also be found on the Learning Hub under College Information & Policies – Links – Student Vehicle Register.

UNIFORM REMINDERS

Thank you to all students and parents for your support with uniform and jewellery requirements, particularly for school ID photos.

PASTORAL TEAM

This year, we welcome Jason Bennett as Head of Year 7 and Yana Hurst as Head of House – Dominations. Both bring extensive experience in education and student wellbeing to our team.

The 2025 Pastoral Team and their email addresses are below:

Deputy Principal – Students (Day & Boarding)

Ms Kristen Armitage karmitage@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au

Dean of Student Wellbeing

Ms Tenille Hambly thambly@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au

Head of Year 7

Mr Jason Bennett jbennett@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au

Head of Year 12

Mr McKye Turner mturner@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au

Head of House – Dominations

Ms Yana Hurst yhurst@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au

Head of House – Powers

Ms Jessica John jjohn@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au

Head of House – Principalities

Ms Jodie Roberts jroberts@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au

Head of House – Thrones

Ms Jaimee Seebohm jseebohm@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au

Kristen Armitage

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – STUDENTS (DAY & BOARDING)

FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – ACADEMIC

FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – ACADEMIC

Welcome to the Academic Year Ahead

As we begin a new academic year, I would like to warmly welcome all students and families back to our community. The start of the year is always filled with optimism and opportunity, and it is a pleasure to see our classrooms, campus and learning spaces once again alive with energy and purpose.

I would also like to extend my sincere thanks to the many parents and carers who have attended our Parent Information Sessions so far. Your strong attendance and engagement send a powerful message to your children about the value of education and partnership between home and school. These sessions are an important opportunity to build shared understanding around curriculum, expectations and how we can best support students to achieve their potential. We look forward to continuing these conversations throughout the year.

This time of year is particularly important for establishing positive learning routines at home. Consistent habits such as regular homework times, reading routines, organised study spaces and healthy sleep patterns play a significant role in supporting academic success and wellbeing. When expectations are clear and routines are in place early, students are better positioned to manage their workload, develop independence and approach learning with confidence.

We encourage families to take the opportunity now to talk with their children about goals for the year ahead and how they can be supported at home. Small, consistent actions make a significant difference over time.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. We look forward to a productive and rewarding academic year together.

Jacinta Collings

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – ACADEMIC

2025 SCHOLARS’ ASSEMBLY

2025 SCHOLARS’ ASSEMBLY

On Friday 30 January, we celebrated the 2025 Scholars at the Scholars’ Assembly. This event welcomed back a group of remarkable young women who graduated with an ATAR of 90 or above. Their presence reminded our College community that strong women create strong movements – each of them a powerful example of where ambition, resilience, and hard work can lead.

The assembly was an opportunity to celebrate their dedication, hear their future aspirations, and inspire our current students to follow in their footsteps. We were also proud to acknowledge the 2025 College Dux and Proxime Accessit, recognising their exceptional academic excellence and leadership.

2025 College Dux – Gemma Warburton

2025 Proxime Accessit – Saskia Tresch

The 2025 graduates who attended the Scholars’ Assembly included:

Renisha Abraham – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery at James Cook University (Townsville).

Keeley Adebahr – Bachelor of Biomedical Science at The University of Queensland. Keeley has deferred her studies to take a gap year.

Brooke Anderson – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery at James Cook University (Townsville).

Maddison Andrejic – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery at James Cook University (Townsville). Maddison has deferred her offer to first study a Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at James Cook University (Townsville). She was the recipient of the JCU Deans’ Scholarship.

Meg Burbidge – Bachelor of Science/Laws (Honours) at The University of Queensland.

Marian Edwards – Doctor of Medicine (MD) provisional entry at The University of Queensland. Marian will complete a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at the University of Queensland before continuing her studies of a Doctor of Medicine.

Isabelle Gilboy – Isabelle was the recipient of the JCU Rising Star Scholarship and will complete a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at James Cook University (Townsville).

Eryn Matters – Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) – Bachelor of Science at James Cook University (Townsville).

Saskia Tresch – Bachelor of Dental Surgery at James Cook University (Cairns).

Gemma Warburton – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery at James Cook University (Townsville).

Edan Watson – Bachelor of International Security Studies at the Australian National University.

Emily Edison (absent) – Bachelor of Nutrition Sciences/Master of Dietetics Studies at The University of Queensland.

Mayiah Sen (absent) – Pursuing a career in the Performing Arts. 

FROM THE DEAN OF STUDENT WELLBEING

FROM THE DEAN OF STUDENT WELLBEING

A Strong Start Together

The first two weeks of the school year have certainly been a busy and energising start. It has been wonderful to see students return refreshed from the holidays, reconnecting with friends and staff, and settling back into the rhythm of school life. In particular, it has been a joy to welcome so many smiling Year 7 students as they begin their journey at the College, alongside the return of our senior students for their final year.

As we move into the term, a strong focus on wellbeing will help set the tone for a positive and successful year ahead. We encourage all students to establish supportive routines early, including:

  • Maintaining healthy sleep patterns to support learning, mood and energy levels
  • Developing healthy eating habits to fuel both body and mind
  • Staying active through regular exercise, supporting physical and mental wellbeing
  • Reducing screen time, particularly in the evenings
  • Using diaries and schedules to support organisation, planning and prioritising
  • Nurturing a positive mindset, showing kindness to themselves and others
  • Finding balance by spending time outdoors, caring for the environment, connecting with friends and family, and making time for the activities they love and enjoy

Our pastoral and wellbeing team is here to walk alongside students and families throughout the year, so please do not hesitate to reach out if support is needed. To further assist with this transition, I have included some useful links to trusted websites that provide guidance for students and parents as they navigate the move to high school and the return to school routines:

Tips for starting high school | School and study

How long will it take my teen to settle into high school?

Starting the school year strong | Back to school

Practical strategies for managing exam stress | Exams & teens

Practical strategies to help you manage your teen’s school refusal

Tenille Hambly

DEAN OF STUDENT WELLBEING

FROM THE DEAN OF PATHWAYS

FROM THE DEAN OF PATHWAYS

Welcome to Term 1. My name is Ms Flores, and I am delighted to introduce myself as the College’s Dean of Pathways. My role is to support students and families in making informed subject and pathway decisions, including Careers Education, VET programs, QCE tracking and post-school planning.

ATAR and ATAR + RANK Pathways

As part of our ongoing commitment to diverse senior pathways, the College offers expanded ATAR and RANK options. Students may choose to pursue a traditional ATAR pathway, or combine ATAR subjects with a Certificate III or higher qualification.

A RANK pathway allows students to gain a nationally recognised qualification while at school. Many universities accept this qualification to guarantee entry into a range of courses or use it as an alternative to ATAR, providing flexibility and real-world skills.

VET Programs Offered in 2026

Year 10

  • Certificate II in Tourism – 4 terms, up to 4 QCE, $345.00
  • Certificate II in Sport Coaching – 1 year, up to 4 QCE, $395.00 (+ First Aid $75.00)

Years 11–12

  • Cert III Business + Cert II Workplace Skills – up to 8 QCE, $395.00
  • Cert III Sport, Aquatics & Recreation + Cert II Sport & Recreation – up to 8 QCE, $495.00 (+ First Aid $75.00)
  • Cert III Health Services Assistance + Cert II Health Support Services – up to 8 QCE, $599.00 per year
  • Cert III Hospitality + Cert II Hospitality – up to 8 QCE, $1,000.00–$1,500.00 (provider dependent)
  • Diploma of Business  – up to 8 QCE, $899.00

For pathway advice or further information, please do not hesitate to contact me cflores@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au. We look forward to supporting every student to find the pathway that best suits their strengths and aspirations.

Camille Flores

DEAN OF PATHWAYS

FROM THE DEAN OF FAITH & MISSION

FROM THE DEAN OF FAITH & MISSION

A sincere and warm welcome back to everyone. As we return to routine, we do so with gratitude, compassion and care for one another.

To the new families joining our College community, welcome. It is a privilege to serve you once again as Dean of Faith & Mission in 2026, and to walk together in the Mercy tradition that calls us to respond with courage, hospitality and love.

Our first week was jam-packed with many events, one of which was extra special as our Year 7 and Year 12 students took part in the Investiture Assembly. Our Sister of Mercy, Sr Helen Mary Peters blessed their badges and the College community was officially introduced to our new Red Door. Our Red Door reflects the enduring spirit of Mercy that welcomes all with dignity, love and compassion. It honours the legacy of Catherine McAuley and the place where her vision first took shape – Baggot Street’s House of Mercy. In a time when bringing the poor and vulnerable into an affluent neighbourhood was seen as bold and unsettling, Catherine’s open door stood as a quiet act of defiance and radical hospitality. From that courageous beginning, a ministry of care and service grew, reaching hearts and communities across generations.

We begin this year with renewed energy and a shared sense of purpose, and 2026 promises to be a meaningful year of faith, service and mission. Guided by the Mercy call to act justly and stand in solidarity with those most in need, we are introducing the Caritas Long Walk for Water as part of Project Compassion. Our young women are encouraged to register via the Caritas website. Our Mercy Girls in Action will be making pancakes for Shrove Tuesday on Tuesday 17 February and all funds raised will go towards Caritas Project Compassion.

Students who feel called to deepen their Lenten journey through service and reflection are warmly invited to speak with me or with Brooklyne Stegman, our Faith & Mission Prefect. The Lenten season begins on Ash Wednesday where will come together in prayer and reflection at our Ash Wednesday Liturgy.

Finally, we are delighted that Loreto Home Visits will return in 2026, continuing the relationships of compassion and presence that bring the Mercy charism to life through genuine encounter and service.

 

Prayer for a New Year in the Spirit of Mercy

Loving God,
as we begin this new year, we place ourselves in your care.
Thank you for the year that has been,
and for your faithful presence in all its moments.

Shape our hearts in the way of Mercy.
Help us to notice those in need,
to listen with compassion,
and to respond with courage and kindness.

Like Catherine McAuley,
may we trust in your providence
and allow mercy to guide our choices and actions.

Bless this year ahead –
our work, our relationships, and our hopes.
May all we do reflect your mercy,
so that your love may be made visible through us.

Amen.

 

I look forward to working with you all and meeting new families at some point throughout this year.

With gratitude and Mercy,

Elissa Andrews

DEAN OF FAITH & MISSION

FROM THE DEFENCE SCHOOL MENTOR

FROM THE DEFENCE SCHOOL MENTOR

2026 DEFENCE SCHOOL MENTOR PROGRAM

My name is Gayle Walkom, and I am the Defence School Mentor for 2026. To families who have recently posted into Townsville, welcome to our College community – and to our returning Defence families, welcome back.

My role is to provide information and support students of Australian Defence Force Families to ease the impact of mobility and service-related parental absence. Defence families are a significant and highly valued group within the College and supporting our students from an ADF family is a high priority. Being a Garrison City, our staff are well acquainted with the challenges of the ADF lifestyle and look forward to ensuring our students have the most positive experience possible.

WHO IS A DEFENCE STUDENT?

A Defence Student is a child whose parent or caregiver is:

  • Serving in the Australian Defence Force (Army, Navy or Air Force) on Continuous Full-Time Service.

We also welcome students and staff who have a Defence connection to be part of our Defence community and activities .If your family fits this description but you have not received any communication from me, please email me so I can ensure your daughter is included in Defence student support programs.

Students may not always be aware of the exact nature of their parent or carer’s ADF service. If a student self-identifies as a Defence student and seeks support, the Defence School Mentor Program (DSMP) requires that their needs are addressed. This may include referral to the College wellbeing team for further support.

The DSMP also requires schools to provide statistical data on the number of Defence students enrolled, which makes it important that families keep their Defence status updated with the College.

DEFENCE MORNING TEAS & STUDENT SUPPORT

In Week 3 of Term 1, new Defence students will be formally welcomed to the College.

Defence Morning Teas will then be held fortnightly and advertised through College News, with students emailed directly. These provide:

  • Social connection
  • Emotional wellbeing support
  • A safe space to connect with other Defence students

I encourage families to talk with their daughters about your Defence roles – students are extremely proud of your service.

CHANGE IN FAMILY CIRCUMSTANCES

Please let me know if your family experiences:

  • A posting
  • Deployment
  • Retirement or discharge
  • Extended parental absence
  • Unaccompanied posting

This allows me to ensure appropriate support is provided. If you believe you should not be listed as a Defence family, please also advise me.

SUPPORT SERVICES

Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS)

DMFS, Defence Families Australia and Open Arms provide support for families before, during and after deployments, postings and major transitions. Contact 1800 624 608.

Are You Aware – Education Assistance Scheme (EAS)?

Eligible Defence families may receive:

  • Up to 14 weeks of tutoring
  • 1 hour per week per subject
  • Available within the first 18 months of a posting

The Education Assistance Scheme (EAS) helps minimise the disruption caused by postings by providing financial support for tutoring and assistance for students with additional learning needs. For more information you can contact the Defence Family Helpline on 1800 624 608, or email the Education team at education.supportprograms@defence.gov.au.

Contact the Defence School Mentor

If your family is experiencing a posting, deployment this term or you have not yet connected with me, please contact myself via email at gwalkom@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au or phone (07) 4753 0300. Students have access to see me daily during PC, Morning Tea and Lunch Times in the E Block Library.

Gayle Walkom

DEFENCE SCHOOL MENTOR

FROM THE SCIENCE FACULTY

FROM THE SCIENCE FACULTY

Science World has been buzzing from Week 1, with our Year 12 students straight back into hands-on learning. Chemistry students launched into practical investigations of metal reactivity, exploring displacement reactions and making links to the electrochemical series. These early experiments will be refined over the coming weeks as students prepare for their IA2 Student Experiment in electrochemistry.

At the same time, Year 12 Biology students are investigating carrying capacity by examining how different sugar concentrations affect yeast population growth. Using our new spectrophotometers, students are tracking population changes over several days, gaining valuable experience with real scientific equipment and data analysis.

Beyond Year 12 Biology and Chemistry, practical science is in full swing across the school. Year 11 Biology students are investigating enzyme activity using liver and hydrogen peroxide, exploring how temperature and other factors influence digestion. Our junior scientists are just as engaged, with Year 9 Science students conducting experiments that build their understanding of conservation of mass through careful measurement and observation. In the first experiment, they mixed two clear solutions that formed a white solid, allowing them to observe how new substances can be produced while measuring whether mass changed. In the second experiment, students reacted an Aspro tablet with vinegar to produce a gas, which allowed them to explore how gases affect mass when they are contained versus when they can escape. These practical activities helped students develop skills in scientific measurement, observation, and safe laboratory techniques.

Our Year 8 scientists have also been developing their microscope skills in their endeavours to explore cells, while our Year 7 Students have received an orientation to the labs and familiarising themselves with the new equipment.

 

AFTER SCHOOL CARE & STUDY PROGRAM

AFTER SCHOOL CARE & STUDY PROGRAM

We recognise that family life is busy, and that the early years of high school are most successful when students are supported by consistent routines and positive study habits.

The College is exploring the introduction of an After School Care & Study Program to provide students with structured study time in a safe, supervised environment. This program would be at a cost to be determined. At this stage, we are seeking expressions of interest to help determine demand and shape the program to best meet the needs of our families.

Proposed options may include:

  • Supervised Study Program until 5.00pm.
  • Extended Supervised Program until 7.00pm, including study time, access to shower facilities and dinner.

We invite you to complete the Expression of Interest form and share any feedback you may have by Friday 13 February.

UNPACKING NAPLAN: A WEBINAR FOR PARENTS

UNPACKING NAPLAN: A WEBINAR FOR PARENTS

If you are a parent or carer of a Queensland school student, you won’t want to miss this free parent webinar on Monday 9 February, 1.00pm – 2.00pm + 30min Q&A.

NAPLAN (National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy) is a national test, conducted online, for school students in Years 3, 5, 7 & 9.

Click on the link below to register your attendance:

REGISTER HERE