28 June 2019

Newsletter Articles

Principal’s Report

Our ‘being our best’ campaign is in full swing across the school. In our previous newsletter I waxed about the origin of our school motto and that even in this century the values within the message of the motto are just as relevant as they were in 1952; that it should be obvious that honour and reward are deserved is a natural result of having worked hard. Ambition, aspiration, courage, tenacity, perseverance are life-long skills where this generation will need to master in a fast-paced and changing world dynamic.

Being our best, just isn’t in the high standard of wearing our uniform which has other subliminal messages of belonging, pride, equality. It runs deeper. This year so far, celebrated at year assemblies Years 7 to 12, our year Deans deliver consistent messages on aspects of this theme of ‘being our best’ including, giving thanks and recognition of appreciation to those who make a difference in our lives, and having courage to meet and beat challenges. Students have opportunity to nominate class mates and peers for recognition and reward for being inspirational, supportive, and encouraging.

The power of a positive culture, where we know we will be valued and supported goes some way to setting our young people up for the challenge, to be perseverant and capture the honour and reward as a result of that effort.

The School Review was undertaken over 4 days from 13th to 18th June inclusive. It isn’t easy to accommodate and I extend thanks to the many parents who responded to the general invitation and participated. The review team commented on the extraordinary response of parents who did not need to be co-opted to do so. This speaks volumes not only for the interest in, but willingness to partner with good intent.

Next Steps Coming into Cav just after the halfway mark of the current strategic cycle I had some questions about the validity of the last review in 2015 that largely confirmed what we already knew and was already underway in the school. Though some of the 2015 review recommendations made their way into annual planning my first piece of work in school leadership has been to sharpen the focus on learning priorities that optimise student progress for all. Parents were telling me from day 1, that opportunities for students at Cav are exceptional, teachers highly competent and communicative with themes for improvement being around communications, client service and deepening opportunities other than for the ‘elite’. We have made in-roads into all of these in the past year or so. As a professional team we have also been ‘raising the dust’.

A key piece of work for us is the ‘value add’ to ensure learning growth for every child at Cav is measurable and positive. In the design stage and soon to trial is how we can provide ‘snapshots’ of student progress during each term, as opposed to a summary of achievement at the end of. Quite literally a tailored, faces on the data report providing student and parent feedback of the learning journey and not just the destination.

Our goal is to ensure that students reap the benefit of a great school culture, teaching each and every learner.

Farewell to Kate Niland this week as she heads off to Regional Office as a Senior Guidance Officer for the remainder of this year and perhaps into next. Though I tried to talk Kate out of it, this is a career step and certainly her expertise is such that she can assist school-based Guidance Officers with her wealth of knowledge and managing the most pressing of needs and circumstances that impact on young people and their schooling. Kate will be missed, but contributing her passion at next level. Michael Lynch joins us as an experienced school Guidance Officer and Michael will seamlessly pick up Kate’s case management and key work for Year 10 in particular leading the Career Education Program in term 3.

Congratulations to three of our students, Lily C, Georgia H and Sascha G on their recent selection into the Australian Youth Women’s Handball Team. The girls will be competing at the International Handball Federation Oceania Trophy Tournament in New Caledonia in August this year. One past Cavroadian, Abby M, was also selected in the Junior Team. After Cavendish Road State High School Girls won the Queensland State Handball High School competition in 2018, it should come as no surprise that Cavendish Road State High features significantly in the Australian Team. I personally would like to wish the girls all the very best for the upcoming event.

I will be taking long service leave for 3 weeks following the winter vacation returning on Monday 5th August. Mr Beebe will be Acting Principal with consequential Acting Associate and Deputy Principals. I expect no break in the continuity of our school’s operations.

Richard Usher BA LLB Dip Teach
Executive Principal

Associate Principal

Darren Beebe

The introduction of the New QCE into Year 11 in 2019 has presented a significant body of work and new approaches for both students and teaching staff. As the students have completed Unit 1 in recent weeks and have commenced their studies in Unit 2, I thought it was timely for students and parents to consider some of the following important ideas:

Now is the time for students and parents to reflect on achievement in Unit 1, student successes and challenges, as plans for continued success or improvement in Unit 2 are implemented. This reflection could involve discussions with the classroom teacher, including at the Parent Teacher interviews scheduled for Tuesday 30 August, with a Head of Department or with Guidance Officers.

Students wishing to review their course of studies including making changes to the subjects studied should see the Senior Schooling HOD, Karyn Trapp, as soon as possible.

The New QCE has brought changes to the banking of QCE credits towards the attainment of a QCE. From Unit One onwards students begin to “bank” QCE Credit Points. At the end of Units 1 & 2, for all General and Applied subjects, schools report to the QCAA whether the student has been “Satisfactory” or “Unsatisfactory” in the unit. A student achieving at “C” standard or better receives a “Satisfactory” result. Students who have successfully achieved a “C” or better across their 6 General or Applied subjects in Unit One will have 6 credits banked towards their QCE.

Unit 2 concludes at the end of Term 3 and will involve one assessment item for a number of subjects. This assessment item will occur in the block exam period at the end of Term 3 and will assess all of the work studied in the unit. Whilst this number of assessment items provides the benefit to students of more time to focus on study and consolidation of classroom work, it will result in exams being sat that assess a greater breadth of knowledge and understandings. At the end of Unit 4, in Term 4 of 2020, students in General subjects will sit External Exams that assess either work studied in Unit 4 or both Units 3 & 4 depending on the subjects. These exams at the end of Term 3 this year will serve as early and excellent preparation.

The changes implemented have been significant, and looking at the year 11 level results overall, student achievement has been very good. I congratulate our students on the manner they have approached this change and what they have achieved.

I also commend our teaching staff on their professionalism and leadership in their preparation for the implementation of this new curriculum, the implementation and ongoing development of it and their commitment to ensuring that our students have been able access a high quality teaching and learning program during this time of transition and change.

Associate Principal

Catherine McCarthy

As we approach the end of first semester, it is important to remember the importance of regular and consistent attendance at school. The Cav Rd community does an excellent job of monitoring and supporting student attendance. It has been a pleasure to attend year level assemblies and see the acknowledgment of students who maintain attendance over 95%. It has also been pleasing to see and hear the great success stories of students improving their attendance because of a team approach between families and the school to providing support. There have been some great results for individual students reengaging and attending school regularly. Parents and carers should also be congratulated for their attention to informing the school of their student’s absences. The level of unexplained absences is incredibly low for a school the size of Cav Rd and this speaks to the good communication between home and school.

Our Year Level Deans are responsible for ensuring there is a positive and nurturing culture that promotes wellbeing and learning in our school. Research shows that a positive sense of wellbeing and a safe, supportive learning environment improves students’ attendance at school. The program of lunchtime activities and the Deans visibility in the grounds at lunch promotes this connectedness. The Deans also work with Deputies to regularly monitor and review students’ progress. The Deans are also heavily involved in the development of the Pastoral Care Program, which runs on Friday period 1 and further supports the wellbeing agenda in the school. I would encourage you to contact your student’s Year level Dean if you have any questions about general progress or are seeking some general support.

Year Level Deans contact details are –

Road Safety Message

To keep our students safe, please ensure you are not parking on the yellow lines around the school, even to just drop off or pick up for a moment. The Brisbane City Council regularly patrols school areas to monitor and enforce parking regulations. Similarly, please do not park across driveways of our neighbours. While it may only be a short moment, this can be very disruptive for our neighbours if they are trying to access their property. Remind your students to only use the signalled pedestrian crossings and to be aware of safe procedures when entering and exiting buses.

Finance

Cavendish Road State High School will be a cashless school from April 2019

How to Make Payment at Cavendish Road State High School

DET Preferred Payment Method - BPoint

Please use the CRN (Customer Reference Number) located on the bottom left hand side of your invoice. Payment can be made through the Payment Portal:

This is a secure site and receipts are issued immediately. Our records are updated within 24 hours.

Copies of invoices and receipts are available on your QParents Portal. Payments can also be made in QParents.

Payment Plan Via eDDR (Electronic Direct Debit Registration)

Contact finance@cavendishroadshs.eq.edu.au or phone 07-3394-0777 to speak to our Finance Team to discuss a payment plan.

By Phone with a Credit/Debit Card

Please phone 1300 BPoint – 1300-631-073.

When making a payment please have your invoice ready as you will need your CRN (Customer Reference Number) and Invoice Number.

In Person at Cavendish Road State High School

Office Hours are Monday to Friday 8.00am to 1.45pm on school days.

Payment can be made by EFTPOS.

CentrePay Deductions

Please contact our Finance Team to discuss this option.

Senior Schooling

Students in Year 12 have been completing their block exams over the past week and a half. Semester 2 results will be completed and released in the first week of Term 3. Details regarding the release of the results and Parent Teacher Interviews will be provided at a later date.

Year 12 OP indicator interviews will commence in Week 2 of Term 3. Students requiring program changes in Years 11 and 12 to ensure they are eligible to be awarded their QCE will meet with me to discuss a pathway change. Families will also be included in these discussions before the required changes are made.

Year 12 QCS Practice Test

On Thursday 23rd May and Friday 24th May our Year 12 OP eligible and Tertiary Selection Rank students sat their first Practice QCS test. Over the course of the two days, students completed a Writing Task exam, Short Response exam and two Multiple Choice exams. I was extremely impressed with the students’ attitude towards the testing. They all worked very hard to achieve the best possible results. The test papers are being marked by an outside provider – Gilmore Education. Students will receive their feedback in the second week of Term 3.

In Term 3, we will be continuing with our QCS Preparation lessons on Friday in Period 1. Students will have an opportunity to further develop their skills in the areas where weaknesses were identified in the Practice test. The actual QCS test will be held on Tuesday 3rd and Wednesday 4th September.

Year 12 Work Experience

Year 12 Post-School Options students recently completed 30 hours of work experience. Feedback from students, employers and parents has been positive. The week provided a wonderful opportunity for students to gain insight into a particular industry and career path. In addition, some students have even secured a part-time job or traineeship as a result.

School-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs)

At this point of the year, students in Year 10 are determining a pathway and subjects for Year 11. Students who select a non-ATAR pathway have the option to apply for school-based apprenticeships and traineeships to complement their chosen career path. A school-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SAT) offers students a combination of training, which leads to a certificate, and on the job training. SATs also offer the ability to earn while students are learning.

More information about SATs is available at:

For current non-ATAR Year 11 students, a weekly email is being sent out regarding any SAT vacancies. Within this email, students will find vacancies from companies and the details of the qualification they are offering. In order to apply for an advertised position, students will require a copy of their resume. It is important that students interested in any of these vacancies express their interest to either Mrs Stubican or Mrs Anderson in K16 and not apply directly to the company. When students apply for a SAT, parents and teachers will be contacted to ensure the decision to take on a traineeship/apprenticeship is in the best interest of the student.

Try’a Trade Day

The Try’a Trade Day is for Year 10 students who are interested in pursuing a trade and missed out on the popular Trade Taster course. The day will be held at Skillstech (Acacia Ridge) on 22nd August next term and will offer students insight into at least four popular trades. Information and permission forms are available from K16.

YEAR 10 Subject Selection Evening, SET-Plan, Interviews

Career Education Program

The year 10 Careers Education Program has been happening during period 1 each Friday.

During this online work students learn more about themselves, their interests, skills and areas of work that may interest them. Each week students are expected to complete a number of modules in the program. Each class teacher works with the class to know which modules need to be completed each lesson. In order to be ready for SET-Plan these need to be finished each week. This program concludes with a one page Career Snapshot. This will be presented, along with their SET-Plan, at the SET-Plan and subject selection interview in week 7 term 3.

Subject Selection Evening
(Monday 19 August, 2019 6:30-8:30 pm)

Year 11 (2020) Subject Selection Evening is scheduled for Monday 19 August 6:30-8:30 pm in the hall. Due to large numbers, the year 10 cohort and evening will be spilt into two sessions rotating through: a) ATAR presentation by QLD Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) in the hall and HOD/subject discussions in the resource centre. We will require all parents/carers to book through SOBs for this process with more information to be advised as we come closer to the event. All students and parents/care givers are expected to attend as subject selection handbooks, subject selection forms and subject and new ATAR information will be provided on this evening. This information and documents are vital in guiding students and parents through the subject selection process for year 11 2020. These subject selection forms will need to be completed by week 7 (term 3) for Subject Selection Interviews.

Senior Education Training Plan
(Week one – six)

To assist Year 10 students to plan courses of education and training through the next two years, all students will also be required to develop a Senior Education and Training Plan (SET-Plan). This course is run here at school over the next six weeks and prepares students in selecting the appropriate six subjects for year 11. SET–P provides students with a personal learning plan to guide their future career pathway and is designed to build on each student’s strengths and provide them with direction for the future career. My advice is talk with your students over the next six weeks and ask them to show you their individual SET-P progress and develop online in OneSchool. Education Queensland mandates this initiative and all students are expected to complete a SET-P.

Subject Selection Interviews
(Monday to Friday, 26-30 August 2019)

In week 7, the SET-P process culminates with individual Subject Selection Interviews. These will be conducted here at school on Monday 26 to Friday 30 August by trained Guidance Officers and members of the administration. Each interview will be 20 minutes and each student must attend in order to enter their pre-prepared subject selections into OneSchool. With the exception of the interview appointment time, Year 10 students attend regular timetabled classes on these dates.

Students will require their SET-P to be completed and a subject selection form signed and approved by parents for the interview. They will receive a copy of their SET-P with intended subject choices to take home for parental/guardian approval. Students must attend their interview regardless of their intended pathway in 2020.

Letters confirming interview appointment times will be provided to students by week six.

Any questions or comments can be directed to Mr Paul Cox (Deputy Principal), Ms Shauna McVie, (Guidance Officer) or Ms Karyn Trapp (HOD Senior Schooling) on 3394 0777.

Senior Education Training Plan

We look forward to assisting your family plan for your child’s successful future.

Paul Cox
Deputy Principal

Reporting

Semester One – Report Cards Whole School

All semester one reports will be emailed on Tuesday 23rd of July (Week 2 of Term 3). Parent teacher interviews will be conducted on Tuesday 20th of July.

Modern History

MYALL CREEK

On the 15th- 17th of May, the Year 11 Modern History Cohort went on an excursion to Myall Creek, in Bingara NSW. Currently, we are studying Australia’s frontier history and learning about the conspiracy of silence regarding the brutality and inhumane treatment of Indigenous Australians during European “colonisation”. One of the specific events we have been studying is the Myall Creek Massacre, which occurred on June 10th, 1838, whereby a group of 11 stockmen savagely massacred a group of 28 Aboriginal women and children at Henry Dangar's Myall Creek Station. In order to understand this sobering chapter of Australia’s history, we travelled 7 hours on a bus to the Living Classroom, and later to the Myall Creek Site. The site has now been turned into a beautiful memorial, as a symbol of reconciliation between the descendants of the victims and perpetrators. We arrived at the site in the late morning, following the memorial trail and listening to the audio-guide, which created a serene and emotional atmosphere. At the end of the trail we reached a simple memorial stone, reading: "In memory of the Wirrayaraay people who were murdered on the slopes of this ridge in an unprovoked but premeditated act in the late afternoon of 10 June, 1838." This stone lies at the end of a pathway featuring seven other plaques which tell the story of the massacre. Here, we reflected upon the effects of being at Myall Creek, and thought about the adverse difference between simply learning something in a classroom, as opposed to experiencing the site first hand. Each student then wrote or recorded a personal reflection:

“Sobering. To imagine real people. Real people with lives and families, breathing, loving humans; whose lives were stolen. Stolen, robbed, slain. To think that these clouds, these stretching blue skies, these crackling gums lay overhead; were some of the last things these people saw. The last moments of their life seem to be captured in time, a snapshot, a frozen memory. It is beautiful and tragic. I feel lucky to have shared their memory, yet my heart hurts and mourns for the souls who never saw more. Never again saw this mighty sky rupture and shake in a storm, never again felt the touch of another’s hand, never laughed or sang, never danced or ate. Never again. To be here in person is so different to anything that could ever be portrayed in a textbook. To walk on this ground, to look out over the same plains... it is jarring and sobering in a rare way, but most of all it just makes me feel so deeply sorry. Sorry because nobody deserved this. Sorry because no-one will ever be able to repair the hurt. Sorry because no matter how sorry I am, it will never be enough. “- Jess Morgan

The Myall Creek excursion was an incredible experience, well-worth the 7 hour bus ride to get there! Every student came away from the experience with a deeper and more personal knowledge of historical reality, making our lessons back at school all the more interesting and relevant. A huge thank-you to the Year 11 History Teachers- Mr Kosanovic, Miss Signorini, Mr Bates and Mrs Hayes, for giving up their time and energy in planning and organising such an amazing experience.

By Jess - Year 11

Science

Science and Engineering Challenge

On the 27th of May, 30 students from the Year 9 science academy took part in the Science and Engineering Challenge run by Griffith University. The students worked in small teams to solve practical engineering challenges. The challenges included constructing a bridge, designing and making flat pack furniture, constructing an earthquake resistant building, and designing a bionic hand.

Our students competed against seven other schools and most of the students from the other schools were from Year 10. Overall, we came second for the day. The Cav Road students were perfect ambassadors for the school.

Mr Griffiths
Science Teacher

Business

Market Day

On Monday 10 June, the weather co-operated with the Year 10 Certificate III in Business Preparation students to have a very successful Market Day.

Market Day is the culmination of student work over the semester. They have to make, market, produce and sell a product of their choice (once approval has been given by the Business Department). In the lead up to the day students learn about teamwork and what is involved in starting up a business. The business start-up documents they had to complete include a Partnership Agreement, application for Registration of their Business Name. Students also had to come up with their branding – business logo and mission statement. As well they have to produce a marketing plan to help sell their product including conducting an online survey.

The partnership consists of between 3 – 5 students. They created eye catching packaging, posters and stall decorations. Each group had start-up capital of $15 per person; with this they had to make their first samples. The samples and groups received feedback and suggestions from all the Business teachers. Basically the teachers provided quality control. The remainder of the product was used as samples to secure pre-orders. The groups certainly got into the entrepreneurial spirit with pre-orders of over $70 for most groups.

Financial records had to be scrutinised by the class teacher – carefully checking their receipts and calculating their profit or loss. Profits ranged from $30 to $70 per person.

This semester there was only one class conducting Market Day. This meant there were fewer stalls – seven in total instead of the usual fifteen to twenty.

Brownie Brothers produced brownies
Destination Cookie produced cookie sticks
Slices of Heaven produced dessert pizzas
Fudge Frenzy produced caramel and chocolate Fudge
Sweet Snow Balls produced snow balls (similar to rum balls but without the alcohol)
Popcorn Paradise produced caramel and salted popcorn
Craving Cookies produced regular and thick cookies

Students learned many lessons, especially about teamwork and what to do when they required mediation. Mystery shoppers also provided feedback. Students also had to present an oral, Shark Tank style based on their figures. Special thanks to Miss Masselos for mentoring the students in their business endeavours. The Business Department is looking forward to working with our next group of budding entrepreneurs in Semester Two and providing more quality control.

Business Department

Student Council

Silly Socks Day

On Friday the 7th of June, Cav Rd held its second “Fred Hollows- Silly Socks Fundraiser”. The day was a huge success, with the final total coming in at over $2500 or 100 people who have now been given the gift of vision. On the day, students wore their sports uniforms and socks of their choice for a gold coin donation in support of the foundation. All proceeds from the event were donated to the Fred Hollows Foundation- which is a non-for profit charity that aims to help treat preventable blindness in third world countries and communities. A huge thankyou goes out to all the students who supported the day, Mrs Laidlaw for helping to get the event off the ground, and the SRC team for their ongoing support and assistance. Overall, the day was a huge success and it was fantastic to see the Cav Community having fun and raising money for such a great cause. Thanks to everyone who helped make it possible and let’s try and make it more successful than ever next year!

By Jess - Year 11

German

German Club Visit

This month, 58 of our Year 9 and 10 students took the opportunity to visit the Brisbane German Club to sample some authentic German cuisine. The dishes included: Schnitzel, Bratwurst and Frikadellen (enormous meat balls). Of course sauerkraut was also on the menu. We followed these savoury dishes with authentic Black forest cake and Apple strudel – lecker!

The trip was a lovely cultural opportunity and I would like to complement our students on the way they represented Cav Road. The wonderful behaviour and manners were complimented by restaurant staff and our bus driver.

A special thank you must go to Frau Gav. for all of her hard work in organising the excursion.

Japanese

Year 10 Student Wins DET Scholarship Trip to Japan

Congratulations to Joshua C in Year 10 who will travel to Japan in the July school holidays after being awarded a place on the 2019 Global Citizens of the Future- Tokyo Study Tour DET Scholarship Program. During the 12 day tour Joshua will be immersed in Japanese language and culture and experience how STEM subjects are taught internationally.

Each year a range of DET scholarships are available for students of Japanese in Years 10 and 11. We strongly encourage students to continue their study of Japanese in combination with STEM subjects and support students to apply for these scholarship opportunities.

Japanese Rakugo Comedy Performance

On Friday August 9 all Japanese students from Year 7 to 12 have the opportunity to attend a Japanese Rakugo performance, presented by international performer Jarrod Hoare. Rakugo is a traditional Japanese style of comic storytelling. Jarrod will share entertaining stories of his career and showcase the benefits of continued Japanese language study. He uses both English and Japanese to tell his fascinating story and engage students in games and activities. Please feel free to visit Jarrod’s website for more information via the link below.

The approximate cost of attending the performance is $7.80. Students will receive information and consent forms from their Japanese class teacher. The consent forms must be returned by the end of Week 1, Term 3, Friday July 19 in order for your student to attend. Please contact the Japanese Coordinator Joy Balfour on jbalf7@eq.edu.au or 3394 0796 should you require further information.

Thank you to Omiya Koryo Homestay Families

Thank you to the 25 families who have volunteered to host students from Omiya Koryo SHS during their visit in August. We rely on the generosity of Cavendish Road families in order to run this successful sister-school exchange. Host families will shortly receive further information regarding a meeting in Term 3 to provide information regarding the visit and give tips on creating a wonderful homestay experience. The meeting will be held on Wednesday July 24 in the school Resource Centre from 4:45 to finish by 6pm.

Japanese Dance and Culture Group

The Japanese Dance and Culture group is really enjoying immersing themselves in all things Japanese on Tuesday afternoons under the enthusiastic guidance of Ms McConnell. Students are enjoying the opportunity to learn the dance for the 2020 Olympics in Japan. We aim to be able to greet our guests from Omiya Koryo SHS in August with the dance. Students have also experienced learning how to do calligraphy, with some amazing results! Even students who aren’t currently studying Japanese managed to produce some lovely looking calligraphy. Some of the highlights for next term are: learning some Japanese folktales, learning how to make a rice ball (onigiri), watching the anime “Your Name” and finishing off the trimester with a tea ceremony.

FOOTBALL

Cav vs Corinda

Senior Girls - First half

Emily B captained the girls to another victory this season. Prior to the game, local Lions player, Eva H, gave the girls a run-down of the pitch providing a possible advantage before heading out.

Beginning the first half, the team knocked the ball around, maintaining possession quite well across the whole park. Swift switches across the back line opened up new scoring opportunities as the girls remained patient, building up play and proceeding to find the back of the net. Corinda held strong in the final third but weren’t strong enough to match up to Bella’s 99 FIFA pace on the wing. Amber H and Viv M subbed on during this half, proving to be important assets to the team.

Half time Score: 8-nil

Senior Girls - Second half

After an inspirational half time talk from assistant coach, Sarah M, the girls went into the second half striving to maintain the quality of their performance. Bella scored an amazing solo goal slicing it bottom right, straight under the goalkeeper. Going back for seconds, Bella swooped in a wonderful back post corner that found the feet of Eva H who made the game 10-0. Liv M executed a cheeky cutback. Lovely combination play in the penalty box resulted in another finish by Eva H, who later returned as she won a foot race to the ball and scored a sneaky left foot goal. Jaimee joined in on the action with the ball at her feet – beating one defender with a smooth step over, she continued charging towards the goal to then add another goal to the score tally. Jamilla intercepted a play out from the keeper, took a touch on to her left foot and chipped the keeper, giving her a hat trick before she was replaced. Determined to get her name on the score sheet, Kate whipped in a cut back from Eva, which was unfortunately discounted due to offside. Corinda stayed strong and were persistent with their defence and transitions, slipping in a few shots which were saved by keeper talent, Amalia. Jamie missed an open goal. Liv finished the game, slipping a ball in off the keeper’s shoulder. Despite winning by a large margin, the team utilised this as a learning opportunity, discussing the areas of play which they could improve on.

Cav vs Corinda

Senior Boys - First Half

The game started off as a back and forth between attacks, but soon the boys solidified their time in possession. They moved the ball around the back half until they were able to slip the ball in to Nate T in the midfield who unfortunately fell over the ball. A good shot by Corinda was combatted by a superman-like save from Bertie C, maintaining a scoreline of nil all. Harry T, ran out in this half fired up to change the dynamic of the game. An unlucky opportunity missed. Nate pinged the ball at the goal in hopes of bringing the boys in front, yet only slightly nipped the post. Suddenly, the game turned around, shots were fired from every angle on the pitch. After earning themselves a corner, Bender’s height allowed him to be the first to the ball on a header. Despite some setbacks, the boys left the field achieving the team task of pressuring the ball carrier quickly.

Half Time Score: 0-0

Senior Boys - Second half

The boys went into the second half determined not to fall into Corinda’s pressing trap and aimed to find the free player. In attempting to do this, Kota delivered the ball to Bender on a silver platter in the midst of Corinda’s attacking line, but Bender still managed to miss the sitter. Corinda followed this up with a fast transition into attack, catching Cav Road off guard and making the game 1-0. Desperate to give the boys a chance, Kai took a dive outside the 18 yard box. The game remained at a disadvantage to Cav, however the boys stayed persistent in their attack. A fiery encounter with an opponent ended in a yellow card for Corinda. A powerful shot from Harry found the cross bar, then rebounded to Nate T’s feet who unfortunately placed it in the keeper’s hands. It was now anyone’s game, but Corinda’s number 7 scored another goal, earning a win for our opposition.

By - Jasmine B, Emily B, Kejah S, Eva H.

Netball Academy

Earlier this month a group of Yr 9 and Yr 10 Netball Academy students represented Cav Rd in the Indoor Netball Secondary Schools Championships in Albion. After 2 days of pool matches, both the 15&Under and Open teams finished on top of their respective tables and were also undefeated. They both played their way through to their Grand Finals where Cav couldn’t overcome the tough opposition on both courts. The 15&Under team recorded a brilliant victory against Kedron State High winning 39 – 25 to take home the 15&Under trophy but it wasn’t to be in the Open Grand Final, as Cav faced a very strong Ormeau Woods team, finishing runners-up after going down in that game 34 - 27. All girls are to be congratulated on the way they conducted themselves over the 2 days. They were fantastic ambassadors for Cav Rd and did us all proud. Special congratulations to Jakayla Rudolph who was named 'Player of the Match' in the 15 & Under Grand Final. It was a great experience for the girls and one they unanimously voted that they can’t wait to do again!

Just this week, the whole Netball Academy from Year 7 – Year 10 participated in the Southside Super 7’s tournament held at MDNA. This competition gives all the girls an opportunity to get on court and put everything they have learnt this term into action against some other strong Southside netball schools. It is an amazing day to be part of, as the girls not only play hard for their team, but a large proportion of them in between their games are also coaching or umpiring other teams. I can’t thank them enough for their efforts.

On the court, all teams faced some challenging opposition on the day. The Yr 10 girls finished the day drawing with Clairvaux MacKillop College to finish equal top in the Yr9/10 Division 1, and the Yr 9 team performed gallantly for 4th position in this same competition, losing a tight tussle with Lourdes Hill College for 3rd. Our combined 9/10 team and the 2 x Yr 8 teams enjoyed some solid hit-outs throughout the day, finishing the day with a mix of wins and losses. Our 2 x Yr 7 teams showed how much they have improved since their last outing, both teams almost going undefeated throughout the day. The Yr7 Green team won all of their matches in their pool except for a drawn game against Woodridge State High whereas the Yr 7 White team won all of their matches right up until the final playoff for 1st and 2nd in their pool, where they unfortunately lost by 1 to Citipointe. All the girls should be incredibly proud of the way they played, the improvements they have made in their game and the way they worked together. We certainly were!

Beyond The Broncos

The Beyond the Broncos would like to thank all staff and students for their active participation in the Beyond the Broncos and to help support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at your school.

So far, this term the Beyond the Broncos students have attended our Financial Literacy workshop hosted by Beyond the Broncos Ambassadors, Scott Prince and Justin Hodges. This workshop aims to promote the importance of financial independence amongst its participants.

Beyond the Broncos students had the opportunity this term to attend career information excursions to the RAAF at Amberley, Morgan’s Financial Brokers and our own Beyond the Broncos leadership camp.

Again, Beyond the Broncos students are encouraged to achieve 90% physical attendance in Term 2. Students who do so will be again rewarded with a Beyond the Broncos Hoodie. We would like to invite staff to congratulate students who successfully achieved this last term! Students will be again encouraged to achieve 90% attendance next term.

We would like to thank the increasing number of volunteer tutors working across the Beyond the Broncos Mentoring schools.

The Beyond the Broncos would like to thank the students, teachers and staff for their ongoing support of the Beyond the Broncos.

Parents and Citizens’ (P and C) Association

Parent and Citizens’ Association

Parents and Citizens’ (P&C) meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month from 7pm in the Resource Centre (enter Gate 1), except during school holidays. The next meeting is on August 20.

Important – change to email addresses

Please note that the P&C, including the uniform shop and canteen, have new email addresses. These addresses are working now – please update your records and start to use these new email addresses now as the old ones will stop working soon.

Uniform Shop – uniformshop.cavrd@gmail.com
Canteen – canteen.cavrd@gmail.com
P&C Secretary (membership and general correspondence) – pandcsecretary.cavrd@gmail.com
P&C Finance – (monetary donations, invoices from suppliers) – pandcfinance.cavrd@gmail.com

Uniform Shop Update

All back orders have now arrived. If you are still waiting on anything, it can be collected now during uniform shop hours – Mon 8am – 11:30am, Wed 8am-9am, Fri 8am-9am.

P and C Events and News

The long awaited, rescheduled movie night was held on Friday June 21. It was a great night – thank you to everyone who came along and especially Kate Niland, Frances McMullen and all the other organisers and volunteers. We would also like to say a big thank you to all our sponsors and donors:

• Cr Krista Adams Lord Major’s Suburban Initiative Fund, Holland Park
• Joe Kelly, MP Greenslopes
• BA Creative, East Brisbane
• Via Vai, New Farm
• Snap Fitness Holland Park
• Stomp Espresso, Holland Park
• California Native, Camp Hill
• Baskin Robbins, Camp Hill
• Glow Styling, Camp Hill
• Grill’d, Camp Hill
• Originals Barber Shop,Greenslopes
• Event Cinemas, Carindale
• Lady Brock Cafe, Holland park
• Bunnings, Logan Rd Mt Gravatt
• Degani Bakery Café, Coorparoo
• Big Jim’s Holland Park
• Coles Supermarket Mt Gravatt
• Holland Park news
• BWS
• Paninni’s Pizza, Mt Gravatt East

Volunteers are always needed in the canteen and uniform shop. The canteen is particularly on the look out for anyone who could help out. Please use the contact details below if you can help. Every little bit helps.

How to participate

1. Attend Meetings
   7pm on the third Tuesday of the month in the Resource Centre – next meeting is Tuesday May 21.
2. Parents and Citizens Facebook page
   https://www.facebook.com/Cavendish-Road-PC-1372922086101301
3. Email list
   If you would like to be added to our mailing list and receive reminders about future meetings and copies of our minutes and agenda please email pandcsecretary.cavrd@gmail.com
4. Volunteering
   The canteen and uniform shop are always looking for helpers. If you have a little time and would like to help, please feel welcome to pop in. Even coming along for a short time to assist on one of the days would be a huge help. For more information or to advise when you are available to assist please contact:
   the Canteen team on 3394 0723 or canteen.cavrd@gmail.com
   or the uniform shop – uniformshop.cavrd@gmail.com

We are always looking for new members for working groups or to assist at events – if you are interested please contact pandcsecretary.cavrd@gmail.com

Melanie Rieger
Vice-President Communications
Cav Road SHS P&C Association

Duke of Edinburgh

In term 3, the Duke of Ed Award will be accepting new recruits to take on the challenge of completing their Bronze, Silver, or Gold Awards. It is here that I, Ms Keri Vincent, will be seeking students who want to be involved in this amazing program which provides young people the opportunity to accept challenges and explore their interests. Participants between the ages of 14-25 have the opportunity to tailor their individual plans to suit their circumstances and choices and will be able to build their confidence and resilience.

If you are someone, or you know someone within the Cav Rd community, who would love to take up this incredible opportunity, keep an eye out for notices at both school parades and in the student notices. It is here that announcements will be made about information sessions and sign ups.

We are hoping that we can get a further 15 new and eager recruits to join the current Award recipients in either your Bronze, Silver, or Gold Awards.

If you are after more information in regard to the award, please feel free to either contact myself at kvinc35@eq.edu.au or go to the Award’s website:

Gold Coast Pet and Animal Expo

The Gold Coast Pet & Animal Expo is an initiative of RSPCA Queensland and brings together all things animal, to raise funds for RSPCA Queensland!

Held on the 29th & 30th June at the GC Convention Centre.

We’ve got a phenomenal entertainment program filled with a Queensland first – the Superstar Ninja Challenge dogs, the most amazing Ninja course for dogs in the country. As well as a Kids Ninja Challenge by My First Gym, there's also interactive workshops to enhance you’re PAWrent skills and a chance to meet the Instagram famous stars of the GC!

Grab your tickets and family passes online by visiting

Use the code School to get 10% off tickets.