THE CATHEDRAL COLLEGE NEWS TERM 2 WEEK 3

TCC News

In this week's news, Sydney and Jack present our favourite stories from the past week including Little Mermaid rehearsals in the new Performing Arts Building, and Imogen and Hugh invite us to the College's upcoming events.  Thanks for joining us !

Celebrating Mothers

Join us for a special Mother’s Day Mass on Thursday the 8th of May, at 8am. Mums, Grandmothers, and the special women in our life are all invited to come along to this beautiful celebration in St Joseph's Cathedral, followed by Morning Tea in the College Restaurant.

We also invite our Boarding Mums to an Afternoon Tea in their honour on Friday 9th May at 2pm at Girls Boarding. 

We look forward to seeing you there!

Laudato Si Week

Photography Competition

Entries are now open for the annual TCC Laudato Si Week Photography Competition.  The college celebrates this week annually following the late Pope Francis' Laudato Si Encyclical which encourages us to reflect on the beauty and gift of Creation, our common home so as to preserve and sustain it for all people.  A highlight of the week is the announcement of winners which showcases the many splendid entries from Students and Staff. 

This year's theme, Creation's Beauty is an invitation to seek beauty in the both the simple and majestic - a drop of dew on a blade of grass, a glorious sunrise bathing the earth with golden radiant beams.  We would love to see Creation's Beauty through your eyes.  Pick up your camera and step through nature's door to wonder and awe and capture its beauty.  Entries close Friday 16 May, 2025. Maximum of three entries per person and no AI entries will be accepted.  There are great prizes on offer, thanks to our wonderful P&F.

Everyday Saints Teen Retreat

The NET team invite you to a special event for all students this Saturday afternoon from 3pm in the Cathedral Parish Centre.  The Everyday Saints Teen Retreat celebrates the soon to be cannonised, Carlo Acutis and the arrival of his relic to Rockhampton.

Join us for this special youth event and visit the relic, explore the exhibition about Carlo's life and the amazing stories he spent his life sharing.

Please RSVP your attendance to Mrs Tanya Gill in the College Library or email the NET team at net@rok.catholic.net.au

Mass will follow from 6pm.

Internet Safe Education Parent Presentation

Tuesday 27 May

Parents and Carers are encouraged to attend our upcoming Internet Safe Education Parent Presentation to be held on Tuesday 27 May, 5pm-7pm in the College TLA.  It's thanks to the wonderful initiative and support of our Parents & Friends Association that we can bring you this valuable parent session.

This Parent Engagement Session aims to support young people and their parents/carers navigate safe online practices considering the recent enactment of legislation introducing the mandatory minimum age of 16 for accounts on certain social media platforms, forming one part of a broader strategy to create safer digital spaces for everyone.

Internet Safe Education also offer supportive resources on this topic through their Cyber Safety Hub which can be accessed at any time.  Please click on the link below and review the information available.

Boarding Parents, as you're most likely unable to attend, if you have any questions for our Presenter Mr Lee you would like answered throughout the presentation, please email me prior to the event: sarah.coombs@tccr.com.au

(This event will be recorded for parents/carers who are unable to attend)

Mrs Sarah Coombs
Teacher and Special Projects Coordinator

Parent Engagement Mini Conference

Saturday 24 May

Dear Parents,
You're invited to the Catholic School Parents Queensland Mini Conference to be held in Rockhampton on Saturday 24 May.   This free event to support your child's learning and wellbeing will tackle the topics of anxiety and building resilience in our children.  For details and to register please visit: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/cspq-miniconf2025-rok

Curriculum

In this week's Curriculum News:

• Year 10 Careers – Employment Pathway Session - Employment Pathway - Senior Pathways Program
• Year 11 Unit 1 Exam Block commencing Week 5 - view link
• Year 12 Reports

This week's Curriculum News can be viewed via the button below.

Miss Rachele Belz
Assistant Principal: Curriculum

Careers

Please click on the link below to view this week's Careers News:

Ms Charlene McKenzie
College Pathways Officer

Cultural News

Please click the link below to hear from our Cultural Coordinator, Miss Celest Hack:

Miss Celeste Hack
Cultural + Instrumental Music Coordinator

The Little Mermaid

Tickets are officially on sale for The Cathedral College's 2025 musical, The Little Mermaid!

THE LITTLE MERMAID MUSIC BY ALAN MENKEN | LYRICS BY HOWARD ASHMAN & GLENN SLATER | BOOK BY DOUG WRIGHT
Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written & directed by John Musker and Ron Clements
Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia)

TCC Supporter Shirts

We’re thrilled to unveil our brand new TCC Supporter Shirts! They are a fantastic way to show your support and wear the blue and green with pride.  Designed to be worn at any TCC event and for years to come, these shirts are perfect for all members of our College community.  Whether you're a parent, staff member, or loyal supporter, we’d love to see you proudly representing and supporting our College.
Orders are open now but only for a short time so don’t miss out! Orders close Sunday 18 May.
To place your order, head to the link below:

2025 CQUniversity Confraternity Carnival Raffle

Don't miss your chance to score yourself a signed QLD State of Origin jersey, an NRL team jersey, or vouchers to some of Rocky’s top local businesses.  Tickets are just $5 each.  Raffle close Thursday 3rd July 2025.
Click on the link below to buy your raffle tickets today!  

Thanks to our Confro Partners

A big thank you to Rod North & Sons, a Major Partner of Confro 2025! Their support helps us create an event that provides young athletes with a platform to develop their skills, form lifelong friendships, and be part of rugby league’s great traditions. We appreciate their commitment to making this year’s carnival an unforgettable experience.

Rod North & Sons is a trusted name in the transport industry, known for its reliable and efficient services. This family-owned local business specialises in coach and bus transportation, ensuring safe and comfortable journeys for all passengers. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and a fleet of well-maintained vehicles, you can count on Rod North & Sons to deliver a smooth and enjoyable experience.