THE CATHEDRAL COLLEGE NEWS WEEK 3

CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK

Happy Catholic Education Week !

Our College will celebrate Catholic Education Week with two significant events – Senior and Middle School Academic Assemblies on Friday 26 July (9.45am and 10.55am) and the Ryan House High Tea on Saturday 27 July.  These two events encapsulate the core essence and mission of our College - to provide a quality Catholic education responding to the invitation of Jesus Christ to live life in all its fullness.  

TCC TV NEWS

SCHOOL FEES ADVICE #4

Dear Parents and Carers,

Please find attached Advice #4 from the Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton regarding the impact on School Fees for Catholic Schools under the new Federal Government Funding model (Gonski model).  Prior to the holidays, you would have received Advice 1, 2 & 3.

If you have any enquiries, please contact our College Finance Office on 4999 1316.

Rob Alexander (Principal)

2024 CENSUS PRIVACY COLLECTION NOTICE

Dear Parents/Care givers

Please see the attached Parent Privacy Collection Notice for your information.  This relates to the upcoming 2024 Non-Government School’s Census (Federal Census).

NAPLAN REPORTS

Hard copy reports of NAPLAN results will be distributed to students early next week via their PC. For boarders, the report will be posted home. An information letter to assist parents in understanding results will be included.

We are pleased with the students’ participation and efforts in NAPLAN 2024. Teachers and students will continue to work in partnership to develop literacy and numeracy skills to ensure continuous improvement.

Should you have any questions, you are welcome to contact me.

Ms Rachele Belz (Assistant Principal: Staff Development & Formation)

PARENT ENGAGEMENT SESSION

Parent Engagement Session – The Resilience Shield

Tuesday 6 August | 5.30PM | TLA  (Refreshments served from 5pm)

Most of us don’t know if we’re resilient or not unless hard times strike, which they will at some stage of our lives. Unpack the mystery of resilience and develop strategies to get through the tough days when the mounting pressures of life can seem too much.

Our upcoming Parent Engagement Session with guest speaker, Dr Dan Pronk from The Resilience Shield will give you actionable skills and techniques to make a difference today.

Please RSVP via the email sent home to Parents.

Mrs Sarah Coombs (Teacher & Event Organiser)

CURRICULUM

Academic Awards

As part of our Catholic Education Week celebrations the Academic Awards for Semester 1 will be presented on Friday 26 July.  Parents and guests are welcome to attend and the event will also be live-streamed.

Senior School (Years 10, 11, 12):  9.45am – 10.30am

Middle School (Years 7, 8, 9) : 10.55am – 11.40am

The award recipients list is below.

Assessment Schedules

The Assessment Schedules are now available for Semester 2, Years 7-10.   

Mrs Brenda Mallory (Assistant Principal: Curriculum)

Tertiary Pathways

Year 12 Students interested in following a university pathway are invited to visit the school website for information on applying to QTAC.  Please click on the link below.

Mr Andrew Stein - Year 12 Coordinator

QUEENSLAND CHILD ORAL HEALTH STUDY

Dear Parents/Caregivers,

The University of Queensland and Queensland Health are pleased to partner with The Cathedral College to conduct The Queensland Child Oral Health Study (QCOHS) 2021-24. The study will provide important information about Queensland child and adolescent oral health and dental care that will underpin future strategies to improve child and adolescent dental health.

Students aged 12 to 14 years, in grades 7 to 9, will be randomly selected to participate in QCOHS. Participation will include completing a parental questionnaire and a free dental check-up for your child at school.  Your participation in this project is voluntary and you are free to withdraw from the research at any time.

If you receive an invitation via email, we encourage you to participate in this important research project. Participants will receive a toothbrush pack and parents will be notified by email of the outcomes of the dental check-up.

From QCOHS team

Bryan Gaukroger - Acting Assistant Principal: Students (Middle School)

YEAR 9 SURVIVOR CAMP

This year the Year 9 students will be attending an Outdoor Education Camp at Ferns Hideaway to enhance the holistic (physical, social, emotional and spiritual) development of our students.

There will be two (2) camps this year to cater for the Year 9 cohort.

The theme of the camp is TCC Survivor with the aim of providing all students the opportunity to experience new and exciting activities in a safe, yet challenging environment. Survivor challenges will involve students working with House group members to complete a variety of activities. Camp activities include: camping, basic outdoor survival skills, canoeing, bushwalking, swimming, team building and problem solving.

Please find below a Camp Information Letter and the relevant Permission Forms. Payment must be made through Parent Lounge and forms completed and returned to the office by Friday 23August.

Year 9 students will receive hard copies of the forms and more specific details on group selections, tents/bedding, clothing and food requirements in the coming days.

If you a have any questions/concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at the College.

Mr Mark Gabriel (Assistant Students’ Dean) & Mr Bryan Gaukroger 

RYAN HOUSE HIGH TEA

Thank you to the wonderful supporters of our Ryan House High Tea to be held this Saturday - Phelan Family Law, Michelle's Patisserie Allenstown, Kinsfolk Coffee, Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, Allenstown Square Meats, Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Associates, Pat McDevitt, Peter and Kathy Maloney, Julie Brown (TCC Parent), TCC Crochet Club and all who have provided prizes for the multi-draw raffle. 

We're looking forward to sharing in this special afternoon welcoming our special guest speaker Sr Sally Bradley RSM, the executive director of Mercy Works to share with us her passion and purpose in empowering vulnerable communities. 

We're grateful for our student volunteers who will make this day truly special.

Mr Scott Robertson - Ryan House Dean

Mr Scott Robertson - Ryan House Dean

EMPLOYMENT, TRAINEESHIP AND WORK EXPERIENCE NEWS

Ms Tamara Giles (Careers Coordinator)

CULTURAL & INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

Dear Parents,

Join us for an enchanting evening of music, drama, and dance at The Cathedral College's Cultural Soiree. Immerse yourself in the vibrant talent of our students as they perform captivating acts that celebrate creativity and diversity. Delight in a selection of fine wines and cheeses as you mingle and chat with friends and members of our College community.

This evening promises to be a cultural feast for the senses, providing a perfect opportunity to relax, socialize, and support our College's cultural program.  Please scan the QR code below to book your tickets.

Miss Celeste Hack (Cultural & Instrumental Music Coordinator)

SPORT

Mr Mick Busby (Director of Sport)

COMMUNITY NOTICES