17 February 2023

Newsletter Articles

Executive Principal’s Report

A lengthy report this time but with much to include. Consensus is it has been the best start since prior to Covid. Our 2023 enrolment of 2100 students is a record.

A culture for learning is basic for optimal learning at school. It is one of the 9 identified domains of school improvement and foundation for any successful school. With our first full school event of swimming carnival already behind us, it was evident from the day, the enthusiasm and commitment of student leaders to whip up school spirit that binds us as a school community is so important. Building relationships with their peers that they may not necessarily have done so, and with teaching staff, goes a long way to build that sense of belonging. Our school culture for learning pays dividend where senior achievement in 2022 was again, highest on record. 

Having a sense of belonging matters. I recommend this read from Childwatch https://childwatch.com/blog/2019/12/10/creating-a-sense-of-belonging-for-children/

It really does impact student outcomes where students are happy and have a sense of connection. Their attention to community good in the “Give a kit” fund raiser, good will of the Valentine’s Day, for example speaks volumes of that connection through service.

By week 3, we can start to lose the “newness” and excitement of return to the academic year. Staff and I are determined not to let enthusiasm and focus wane. Small things matter. Our routines of practice matter. So, coming to school every day must be seen as inspiring for the opportunities here, and not by being compelled to attend, matters. Being on time, presenting to best of ability, seeking help and support in any or all matters, following school rules and being considerate creates place and space to want to engage, and exert effort. Learning takes effort. And on that note….

Students have been responsive to the call of their relationship with their school. This is not about uniform. Appearances are one thing; its attitude that counts. For example, uniform correction in PS time has been minimal. We work with families to resolve any issues in a non-combative way. Our enrolment agreement means something. Plenty of time outside school hours for self-expression and notwithstanding the various accommodations of school policy in word and spirit of any relevant law to protect the rights of individuals. Frankly, most students are brilliant. They are to be acknowledged and celebrated. Interactions I have had with students have been courteous and warm. Even the tougher conversations where a student needs to focus on their self-effort tend to be well received, but not always responded to. Enter parents.

Most days after lunch break the state of the grounds are such that it is hard to believe we just had one. The vast majority understand and are responsible. The fewer needing correction the easier it is to maintain a pleasant place to be in.

Social behaviours and attitudes are brought into schools and played out in schools. We teach and expect courtesies and respectfulness. For the vast majority it is not difficult because their home environment does same. Schools are not a place to play out anti-social behaviour and our Student Code of Conduct explains how and what we do to maintain good order.

Consistent and purposeful is that those who may choose to be anti-social are caught up. Schools do not create or foster anti-social behaviour but on occasion we must deal with according to our Student Code of Conduct. They are very few. In a school of over 2000 the “1%” provides sufficient work, however. Our school has a comparatively exceptionally low rate of student misbehaviour. See below of some current issues.

Walking around our school at any time of day, and in and out of classrooms, our routines of practice creates a calm and productive space. Students are attentive and well-mannered in the main. Playgrounds are full of students reading, playing games, talking with friends, in the iCentre etc.

I urge parents and carers to be proactive that signals interest in and supervision of as teenagers of course can wander for want of that balance between trust and supervision. These suggestions can help and avoids our need for intervention that can take away learning time to deal:

• Check that your child is prepared for school each day. What is in their school bags is only for school.
• Check their social media accounts. Is the device you gave them being used for intended purpose? Be aware that being “tech savvy” some young people can have multiple social media accounts and identities. Do what you need to do to filter, block or limit.
• Positive mind sets matter. Stimulate the memory banks of positive experience. School should be something to look forward to because of the experiences had. If your child is having some difficulty in that mind set there are many avenues of support from Deans to Guidance Officers.

“Mad” Hatters. Sun safe matters. We and parents alike have a devil of a time getting teenagers to wear a hat and the formal school hat. Year 7s are the exception until the older students lead by their example. We have 3 options in uniform for that purpose and need to be reinforced. Students know this well that to be on a court or playing a game outdoors they must wear a hat for which the bucket or cap is designed. This rule, for their sun safety, is next in our uniform checking. The trend of not wearing hats starts in Year 8.

First encourage and praise. We are running a competition for free ice blocks for the first class where they all have a hat at school. We are also going to randomly reward students with ice blocks with the intention that better habits form before we run out of ice blocks!

The formal hat wearing beyond Year 7, is such that these items spend too much time under a student’s bed or “lost” to the teenager bedroom. The school formal hat adopted some 7 or 8 years ago continues. Parents often ask about the formal hat being “compulsory.” It remains a uniform item that is hard to follow up at school if a student simply does not bring it to school.

I ask parents that before daily drop off time to check that your child has their formal hat on formal dress days which are 4 out of 5 and a hat to play or be outdoors in. They cost too much to gather dust under a bed. The line that “no one wears them” will be self-fulfilling prophecy if we accept this excuse just like “but everyone has one” or “but everyone else is allowed” etc.

Optimal attendance is key for most students for continuity of learning. There is a current Senate enquiry into the causes and potential impact on student education that may occur across the nation due to falling attendance. Attendance targets, exclusive practices etc do not work. Will and obligation go hand in hand and we are looking at new ways of student engagement.

This year we are piloting innovations of flexible learning for a very few students and partnering with some smaller schools to provide learning options. Our world has changed and equity of access matters; flexibility where students are committed to external studies, pursuing high level sport and for example are great but where that can put pressure on school attendance. Something must give. Adapting. What does “attendance” look like in the contemporary sense?

Attendance reporting obligations require accuracy and same day reporting of student absences where staff diligently and accurately mark rolls. Any errors or omissions are quickly picked up but sometimes not always possible to avoid. I have extracted key points for parents of students without need for modification, relating to parent obligations of enrolling and ensuring their children attend school.

Parents can assist in that accuracy of attendance recording, same day notification and optimising attendance for learning (extracted from EQ policy “Roll marking in State schools”)

• ensure their child arrives at school on time and attends their educational program every school day
• minimise disrupting their child’s school day so their child has the best opportunity to learn
• provide their current contact details to the school to enable effective notification
• contact the school prior to any planned absences and provide an explanation (preferably in writing) for each absence, either before or on the day of absence, or as soon as practicable, in accordance with the schools’ communication processes
• ensure their child follows the school’s recommended processes and procedures for late arrival and early departure
• notify the school if their child will be late using the school’s recommended communication processes.

Current issues and updates.

• Facilities improvements are on the march
  With our long awaited, year in the process, of N/T Block toilets and change rooms being largely demolished and a new facility under construction.
  For continuing families, where further facility would be welcome, with some changes to occur in W Block sports hall, we are now able to allow access to those toilets and change rooms from Monday 20 February. W Block is designated in break times only for Years 7 to 9. This gives our younger students less anxiety in sharing a change room and toilet space with seniors who are allocated the N Block – Upper block. Of course, all facilities are available to students if in need during class time. We retain single toilet access for gender diverse students. Both arrangements to deliver the dignity entitled to.
• Our iCentre is about to get another boost, with innovations of being an “ideas” centre evolving. New physical spaces, new technologies. Watch this space.
• Further shade provided by P&C, on the “scenic rim” above the main oval.
• “Refresh Program” money to re-surface the old A Parade area with playing surface and further air-conditioning in flexible spaces not covered by the cool school program. 
• Vaping and other substances, bus and after school behaviour will be closely addressed given every school is experiencing the “1%” of individuals who choose to participate.
  We are currently looking to install vape detectors. These devices do not use cameras or impinge on student personal privacy.
  I approach this as a health and wellbeing issue as well as a disciplinary one under the Student Code of Conduct, that articulates the great lengths we go to maintain positive culture, and support and intervention well before applying punitive consequences. As a result, the number of students subject to suspension from school is significantly lower than other or like schools. Serious matters of course attract serious consequences.
• Duty of care
  After school behaviour. Students are still covered by the school’s Student Code of Conduct while in uniform before and after school and not in company of their parent or carer in shopinng centres and bus stops.
  Traffic management. All drivers and pedestrians have a duty to keep safe for self and others. I can only advise and warn and have no jurisdiction to direct or police traffic. I have and will contact Police and Council if of the view the safety of our students is at risk. I will also act where students in uniform are identified as drivers of vehicles causing safety or nuisance to others including our neighbours who are entitled to peaceful enjoyment. I ask parents and carers to reinforce common sense road rules as we will do at school. Students not following pedestrian rules are risking injury to themselves or others. Police and Council will patrol at various times and parking on yellow lines, bus stops, u-turning across solid lines etc are dealt with by those authorities.
  Buses. I expect students travelling on buses obey the School Bus Code of Conduct that operates to travel on all services. Staff are rostered at main bus stops at school between 2.50pm and 3.20pm. This is the limit of time under industrial award required and hence where that supervision is not provided after that time, all students must be off school grounds and presumably under the care or instruction of their parent or carer. Students are expected to follow teacher instruction. We encourage use of Go cards. Fare avoidance is dishonest.
  Supervision still applies to students in sport practice, music practice or to a co-curricular activity run by a teacher.

Mr Richard Usher BA LLB Dip Teach
Executive Principal

Head of School

Darren Beebe

ATAR Celebration Parade

Congratulations deservedly go to our 2022 Year 12 students on achieving an outstanding set of senior outcomes. Students, teachers and parents are to be congratulated on these outcomes with not only excellent ATAR achievement but also a wide range of vocational outcomes achieved for students will all eligible students achieving the Queensland Certificate of Education.

On Monday 6 February, we welcomed back the ATAR 95 and above students (40 students) to a whole school parade to congratulate them on their achievements and to wish them well as they move onto further education.

Each past student received personal acknowledgement for their achievements whilst the 2023 School and Vice-Captains shared with the audience the 2022 successes of the past Year 12s as well as 2023 plans for university. It was great for the 2022 CavRoadians and teaching staff to hear about the wide range of University courses being taken this year.

As we start the new school year, it's important that we set our students up for success by establishing good home learning routines. These habits can make all the difference, helping students to manage their time effectively, stay organised, and achieve their potential.

But why are routines so important? For starters, they provide a sense of structure and stability, giving students a clear understanding of what's expected of them each day. With a set schedule in place, students can more easily manage their time and prioritise their responsibilities, helping them stay on track and meet their goals.

Routines can also help students to develop good study habits, such as setting aside dedicated time each day for homework and learning, creating an effective study environment, and breaking larger tasks down into smaller, more manageable steps. These habits can make studying and learning more efficient and effective, helping students to make the most of their time and support them in achieving their best.

Of course, as parents, you play a crucial role in helping your child establish good homework and learning routines. By setting clear expectations and boundaries, providing a supportive and encouraging environment, and being aware of the homework and assessment they are working on, you can help them develop the habits and skills they need to succeed.

By establishing good home learning routines, we can help our students achieve their goals.

Head of School

Catherine McCarthy

Welcome to 2023

I’d like to extend a warm welcome to all new families who have joined the Cav Rd community in 2023 and a welcome back to all those who have returned. I am sure we have all enjoyed a “normal” start to the school year, the first in a few years now. It was great to see all our students back in the first weeks and particularly at the Swim Carnival.

One of the great things about working at Cav Rd is our focus on building a strong culture of wellbeing and community. Our Pastoral Care (PSC) and Peer Support (PS) programs are at the core of our wellbeing program. PS and PSC occur during Period 1 on a Monday during different terms throughout the year, so you may find your student talking about PSC during Term 1 but later in the year, PS may be the topic of conversation. PS and PSC can be quite confusing initially but I hope this explanation helps you to know what your student is talking about or provides you with some language to ask them about the program.

PSC – Pastoral Care (Terms 1 and 3)

Horizontal Wellbeing (Year level)

Pastoral Care is a year level based program promoting the growth and wellbeing of each student. It focuses on cultivating an environment and culture that supports the physical, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual development of every student. The program uses evidence-based learning activities of ‘The resilience project’ with focus areas of gratitude, empathy, mindfulness and overall emotional Literacy.

PS – Peer Support (Terms 2 and 4)

Vertical Wellbeing (7 – 12)

Peer Support is a vertical house based program promoting connectedness and community spirit. It focuses on explicit teaching of the 5C’s and what it is to be a Cavroadian by Peer Support leaders (trained senior students). Our peer support program aims to empower students with practical skills and strategies to positively navigate life and relationships, improve resilience and engender a greater sense of responsibility. They provide real life context and guidance to students, add value to classroom discussions, activities, and emphasise a real-life approach. Students also meet in Peer Support each morning for 10mins to have the roll marked and hear important notices for the day.

Supporting these programs and our student body as a whole are our Deans of Year Level. If you ever have questions, need clarification, or are unsure of who to speak to, please reach out to the relevant Dean of Year Level and they will be able to assist you.

Road Safety

As enrolments have grown, so too have the challenges of safety around our school during both the start and finish of the school day. This year we have implemented new bus duty procedures for staff monitoring the Cavendish Road Bus Stop 41 (Gate 3). All students catching buses at this stop are required to wait behind the fence and a teacher will announce the bus number as it arrives. Teachers will assist in maintaining student safety while buses are boarded.

Another part we can all play in keeping our Cav Rd community safe is adhering to the parking signs in and around our school. Before and after school can be extremely busy times so please take the time to consider where you are dropping off and picking up your student.

Elgar St offers a dedicated drop off and pickup zone. Cavendish Rd has a range of signage depending on the time of day and bus routes, so check carefully.

At no time should you stop on a yellow line, even if just for a moment. Similarly, please do not drive in to the school grounds or use school driveways to collect your student. If there is an accessibility issue because of injury etc, then please contact Student Services to make arrangements. If you are using surrounding streets, please pay careful attention to our neighbour’s driveways and do not obstruct their access.

Please remind your student to be very aware when transiting to and from school. Crossing Cavendish Rd in front of the school should be done at the controlled pedestrian crossing in front of Gate 3. If students are crossing on Elgar St, they should use the refuge island and be very aware of traffic both ways.

Local police and Brisbane City council regularly patrol the streets around our school before and after school.

Parents and Citizens’ (P and C) Association

Parent and Citizens’ Association

The P&C run two businesses (Canteen and Uniform Shop) with an annual turnover around $800-$900k. Our profits are about 10% and our focus is on giving back to the student. Every year we aim to contribute this profit plus any other funds back into school in the current year. This year we’re aiming to donate back around $140k and last year it was $160k.

The easiest way for parents to stay connected with the school is to become a P&C member. There is no fete or big fundraising to do, but being a member gives you direct access to the school leadership team, a say in how we spend the money generated and an understanding of what’s going on at Cav. Meetings are one hour long held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, and always offered online with the occasional one in person too. Register your interest in becoming a member. 2023 Cav Rd P&C - Registration of Interest

P&C Volunteers

We won’t ask for much of your time but will welcome any you have to give. Our Canteen always needs helpers, even 15mins before school (or at any time) you can make a huge impact to help our wonderful team feed the hundreds of starving mouths each day. Just drop into the canteen or email the team via canteen.cavrd@gmail.com when you can help.

This year we also need some new executive member for the P&C in the role of Operations & Communications VPs. The Comms duties include preparing this section for the Newsletter, managing our Facebook page and the 2nd hand Uniform FB group. Operations help oversee our businesses. Please contact our president@cavrdpandc.onmicrosoft.com to register your interest in starting end of March after the Annual General Meeting.

P&C Upcoming Events

We run a number of fun events throughout the year, with an emphasis on building community rather than a need for fundraising. We are excited to announce our Cav Rd FUNNY MUMMIES Comedy Gala on Friday 10 March. Tickets will be available.

You may have completed our Survey last week on P&C events, if not please take a few minutes to complete here to help us plan the year ahead.

Meetings

Our next meeting is 21 February at 7pm and will be conducted in the library (via Gate 1) and online via TEAMS. Join conversation

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) occurs on 21 March, where new and continuing executive team members will be confirmed. It’s also the time to renew your membership to the P&C members receive minutes delivered via email. Email our secretary secretary@cavrdpandc.onmicrosoft.com for membership forms.

The P&C Facebook page posts TEAMS meeting links, and notifications when we are also holding the onsite meeting option. Like us for the latest updates or join us in becoming a member.

CRIMS Musical Events

The Cav Rd Instrumental Music Sub-committee is part of the P&C and supports the Instrumental Music program in fundraising and catering for student performances. We have another exciting year ahead for our music students and our first CRIMS meeting for the year was held in a classroom behind the Cav Rd Performing Arts Complex (PAC), on Monday, 13 February, at 7pm.

Uniform Shop

Uniform Shop New Opening Hours:

MY Student Account:

Could all parents please visit your MSA account (our online ordering system) and update your child’s year level for 2023 and their student ID numbers from their new cards.

Online ORDER Confirmations:

Your child’s name will be added to student notices to let them know their order is ready for collection. Please remind students that when they hear their names on notices to please come and collect orders as soon as possible.

Refunds & Exchanges

To receive a full refund or exchange on an item purchased either online or instore it MUST be returned within one month from date of purchase, provided the items have: · Original packaging with · Tags attached · Have not been worn, soiled, marked, or washed · Proof of purchase (Receipt or online print out of order).

There are no exchanges or refunds on second-hand items bought from the Uniform Shop. Any refunds will be issued using the original payment method.

Canteen

Our canteen operates five days a week, providing a variety of healthy, low-fat meals for breakfast and lunch. Our menu has been designed to meet the Smart Choices - healthy food and drink supply strategy for Queensland schools. 2023 Cavendish Road Canteen Menu

Hours: Opening daily at 8:00am, students can purchase breakfast and pre-order lunch before school. Food and drinks can be purchased during first and second breaks.

Student ID card using MSA, can now be used to purchase canteen items with no minimum spend. Follow the prompts on the school website under Canteen. Don't forget to link your new student ID card up when it arrives.

We are still looking for 6-8 volunteers to fill our monthly roster. The P&C operate the canteen, which is staffed by a full-time convenor, some staff and much needed volunteers. It’s a great way to meet other parents and even an hour in the morning helping fold food boxes is much appreciated. Please contact our convenors if you can help this year on (07) 3394 0723 or email canteen.cavrd@gmail.com .

P&C Recycling initiatives

Containers for change – remind students they can recycle empty cans, juice boxes & milk bottles in the purple bins located around the school.

Recycling old style uniforms

We are collecting redundant uniforms for responsible textile recycling this term. Upparel.com.au use recycled fabrics as fillers (i.e. pet beds and padding) and insulation keeping them out of landfill. Drop off to the uniform shop. A box inside will be provided (Please no dirty or non-uniform items to be added). The first batch will be collected end of Feb, so please drop items at the uniform shop no later than the 28 Feb.

Our second-hand Facebook group also allows parents to buy & sell current uniforms and school items.

Laena Trueman
Vice-President Communications
Cav Road SHS P&C Association

Finance

Cavendish Road State High School is a cashless school.

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 1.30pm on school days.

Payment can be made by EFTPOS. American Express not accepted.

CentrePay Deductions

Please contact our Finance Team to discuss this option.

Guidance Support Team

Welcome to the 2023 school year. After the past few years of Covid, we hope that you are getting back into the routines of school and have been off to a flying start. We would like to take this opportunity to outline our service and introduce ourselves.

The Guidance Support Services assist students to maximise their potential and allows concerns to be addressed with care and dignity. The Guidance Officers (GOs) at Cavendish Road State High School endeavor to provide and assist in the delivery of a broad range of services that contribute to support and wellbeing interventions responsive to the school community needs. Therefore services are broad and include; support and counselling on educational, social, behavioural, careers, family, mental health, and general wellbeing issues. In addition we assist community members to utilise external service providers allowing provisions for a range of support avenues. As there are new members to the team we would like to use this opportunity to introduce ourselves to the community and advertise that appointments can be made by contacting the Guidance Officer via email or students can make an appointment by dropping into our offices in B block. Although year levels are attached to the below GOs there may be existing connections or availability issues that may necessitate involvement from different GOs. Please do not hesitate to email if you have any questions or concerns.

General enquires can be made to 2025_GuidanceOfficer@eq.edu.au

Guidance Team – Jane Larsen, Michael Lynch, Tia Perchard and Alycia Wilkinson

Senior Schooling

Senior School News

I would like to take the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Karyn Trapp and I am the Senior Schooling Head of Department.

I look forward to working with you and your student this year to ensure they achieve success in their senior programs.

We have started the year by making some changes to students’ programs to ensure that they are on a successful pathway to achieving their QCE (Queensland Certification of Education) which is the certificate that Year 12 students receive on exit to state that they have successfully completed their senior studies.

Year 12 students have commenced their summative assessment for many of their General subjects this term. Students need to ensure that they have organised a workable study schedule for this year and have that in place by now.

Year 11 students have also been making many changes to their programs this year. It is important that the students are studying subjects that they enjoy, are good at and know that they will be able to achieve good results in.

The opportunity to change subjects has ceased for Term 1. Any students wishing to make any further changes must speak to myself or one of the Guidance Officers.

I encourage all Year 11 and 12 students to consider taking up the opportunity to have a teacher mentor this year to assist them with managing their school program and outside commitments this year. Many students are already involved in the program. Students are invited to contact me to link with a suitable teacher to work with in 2023.

Tutoring Sessions 2023

This year, many of our faculties are offering free tutorial sessions after school. We strongly encourage students to attend the tutoring sessions for the relevant subjects. It is an excellent opportunity for students to receive extra assistance from our staff to help them with their homework or assignment work or prepare for exams.

TUTORING SESSIONS/HOMEWORK CLUB OFFERED AT CAVENDISH ROAD SHS IN 2023

Year 12 ATAR Estimate sharing

Shortly, I will be sharing their ATAR estimate range with our Year 12 ATAR eligible students. Students will be informed that the ATAR range provided is only a possible range that they may be achieving based on their formative Unit 2 Year 11 results. The calculations have not taken into consideration the summative assessment that the students have started to complete this year. It is only the summative assessment results (and that of the external exam in Term 4) that will contribute to the students’ ATAR so the information that I will share with students is purely a guide at this early stage. It will provide me with an opportunity to reinforce with the students what strategies they need to be adopting and what conversations they will need to be having with their teachers in order to achieve the highest result out of 100 for each of their subjects that may contribute towards their ATAR. We will also be able to investigate possible career pathways should a student feel that the ATAR program is not the most appropriate pathway to follow to ensure success. Further estimations will be shared with the students as the year progresses and will include their summative assessment results.

Senior School Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Three of our external certificate courses are now underway. The Certificate I in Construction conducted by My Industry Training, Certificate II in Tourism conducted by CTIA, Certificate III in Aviation (Drone Piloting) conducted by UAVAIR commenced on Wednesday 1 February. All courses have started with positive chatter from students regarding the engaging trainers, a fun atmosphere and interesting content.

Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways is also running on campus on Wednesday afternoons in Period 4. Students undertaking this course are completing 14 modules over the course of the year. Work experience in school holiday periods is an option for students completing this course.

A group of Year 12 students are completing a Certificate II in Functional Literacy over the next 15 weeks during their Peer Support lesson on Monday morning to gain additional credits for their QCE. Students are doing this course online in conjunction with QPSC (Queensland Pathways State College).

Year 12 student have the opportunity to complete the nationally recognised first aid course in Term 3. The first aid provides the students with highly regarded and valuable skills along with bonus two QCE points to add to their bank of QCE points. Advertising for the course was emailed to students and parents on the 2 February 2023. Places are limited. If your year 12 student would like to participate please return the enrolment letter by the 28 February, early is recommended as places are limited.

Year 11 and 12 students – School based traineeships are regularly advertised on student notices (SOBs) and via emails to students. Traineeships are starting to come available. If you hear of a traineeship you are interested in please see K16 Senior School staff.

Year 11 Work Experience – Thank you to all the students and family support for students registering for work experience by the due date. The 2023 Work Experience Program is compulsory for students who will not be attending camp. Information regarding Work experience was emailed to families on 17 November 2022.

Year 11 camp is capped at 163 students leaving 140 students requiring a work experience placement. Work experience is a compulsory program for these students. Students who are unable to attend work experience for any particular reason needs to speak with work experience co-ordinator Jodie Anderson.

Registration has now closed for Work Experience. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Jodie Anderson on 3394 0784 or email jande708@eq.edu.au

Karyn Trapp
Senior Schooling HOD

Karyn Trapp - HOD Senior Schooling

Year 7 News

Our Year 7 students are three weeks into their high schooling journey, and it is pleasing and reassuring to walk around visiting classes and talking to students during breaks, hearing the positive stories and positive communication that is occurring. As I’ve previously mentioned, the transition to high school can be quite daunting and challenging, however, through our pastoral care program and the focus on empathetic connections, our main aim is for all students to feel a sense of belonging in a safe and supportive environment.

Through my communications with the Year 7 teachers, all the feedback I am receiving is positive and they cannot speak highly enough of the commitment and enthusiasm shown by the students. Some of the main feedback is that students are extremely respectful and well mannered to staff and peers.

Student Handbook

Every student received a Student Handbook during orientation week. It is expected that students are bringing this to school every day. Not only is it used to record homework, notes, or reminders, but it also includes all of the information relating to our school policies, as well as information about what to do or who to see in the event students have questions. This information can be found on pages 35 to 37 of the handbook.

Some Who Should I Talk To (page 35-36) questions may include: I need an extension for my assignment or I need to speak to someone about computer issues. While the What should I do If (pages 36-37) include: If I feel sick, if I’m late to school or I need to leave early. This therefore can be a first point of call for not only our students, but our families also.

iPads

All students should now be connected to the school network and able to access the required apps for their subjects. During orientation students were instructed on how to set up Focus on their iPads. This ensures that students are only using their iPads for school & subject related activities during school hours. It is expected that students are turning this on at the start of each day. If students are having any issues with their iPad, they can see the staff in D10 or you can contact the IT department. Additionally, some families have contacted Apple directly to have questions answered.

Year 7 Camp

We are excited to be in the process of planning our Year 7 camp which will be to Kindilan Adventure Camp, in week 7 of Term 2. The Year 7 cohort will be divided into two groups based on PSC classes. Group 1 will attend camp from Monday to Wednesday, while group 2 will attend from Wednesday to Friday. Which PSC classes will be attending in which group, will be confirmed later.

Tutoring Sessions 2023

This year, many of our faculties are offering free tutorial sessions and this has been communicated to students. This is an excellent opportunity for students to receive extra assistance from our staff to help them with their homework or assignments. If students have questions about specific tutorials, they should speak with their subject teacher or relevant HOD.

Q Parent app

QParents is a secure, online portal that has been created by the Department of Education to provide parents of Queensland state school students with twenty-four hour access to their child's information. The portal allows you to securely access information about your child and communicate directly with your child's school.

QParents provides secure, online access to student information such as:

• Attendance details
• Exam/assessment timetable
• Excursions
• Report cards
• Timetables
• Invoices
• Payment history
• Student photo

You are also able to update your child's details including address and medical conditions, submit reasons for unexplained absences, notify the school of future absences, and make online payments against school invoices.

QParents is not intended to replace the traditional ways you and your child's school communicate — it simply provides another option.

How to register information can be found in the Support and Resources tab on the school website.

I look forward to working with you throughout the year and supporting your children to feel a sense of belonging and achieve success here at Cav.

Mr Mitch Baker – Year 7 Dean

NAPLAN 2023

Our students in Years 7 and 9 will be undertaking NAPLAN Online during a five-day period from 15 - 21 March. A detailed timetable for our school will be released shortly.

The online version of NAPLAN is a tailored test, that adapts to student responses, presenting students with more or less difficult questions based on their performance.

Please find below important information relating to privacy for parents and caregivers of students undertaking NAPLAN Online. Additional parent information can be found on the NAPLAN Online Queensland website.

To facilitate a smooth transition to this testing, we will be conducting online school practice tests during weeks 5-7 of Term 2. This is an opportunity to fine tune any technical and logistical needs, as well as to familiarise students and teachers with the NAPLAN online testing process.

Students in Year 7 will need to ensure that the NAPLAN Online locked-down browser is downloaded to their iPads prior to our practice tests. Year 9 students will have the NAPLAN browser installed automatically on their school device.

Students will have the opportunity to practise with the online format of the test at school, however, parents are also able to use the Public Demonstration Site to familiarise themselves with the type of questions and related functionalities available in the NAPLAN Online assessment. If you wish to do this, please visit the link below:

Mr Paul Cox – Year 7 Deputy Principal

ESS

Student safety is paramount at Cavendish Road State High School.

If you have visited our school recently, you may have noticed yellow markings on many kerbs, garden bed edges or pathways. This is part of our school’s commitment to provide valuable safety information on the physical environment for our students with low vision.

Students who have a vision impairment may be able to discern shapes of objects or people. They may be able to see some colours or differentiate areas of light, dark and shade (indoors from outdoors, undercover to open spaces). How much each individual student can see varies between students, and more importantly how they are able to use what they can see in a functional way varies. One thing to note is that students who are vision impaired cannot have their vision corrected through the wearing of glasses or contact lenses.

To assist Cav learners with low vision, specialist teachers have identified challenging physical features of the school environment and work has commenced in ensuring that yellow markings enable easier access around our school site.

The next part of improving accessibility at our school for learners with vision impairment is the installation of additional tactile indicators at various locations. These rounded shapes communicate underfoot messages to students using canes, alerting them to changes in surfaces and forewarning of possible hazards (steps, drop-offs, driveways, crossings). This allows students to prepare for their next series of movements as they navigate the campus.

These developments underscore the school’s commitment to the inclusion of students with diverse needs at Cav. We have a proud heritage of encouraging learners with vision impairment to succeed in all aspects of their lives … and it starts with being able to independently negotiate the terrain of our school.

Ms Cara Beer - HOSES and Ms Val Spiteri – VI Teacher

Creative Arts and Industries

Our Arts Staff look forward to working with all year levels in the 2023 academic year.

In particular, Year 12 students the final academic year will travel very swiftly please avail yourself to all the assistance you may require to achieve the best results possible.

This faculty offers programs in a full suite of study in the Arts (Drama, Music, Instrumental Music, Media Arts and Visual Art). Media Arts in Practice Year. 11 (Applied Subject) is offered this year. Extension programs in the Arts provide extensive, enrichment experiences in creating, display and performance opportunities.

Thanks to Ms. Skyah Fishpool and Ms. Holly Banks who have taken rein of our Choral Group this year.

The bi annual ‘Arts on the Green’ a collaboration across the Arts is planned for early Term 3 2023.

Parents of Instrumental Music, please consider joining CRIMS, an active volunteer group that support Music and Choral programs at Cav.

A particular welcome to Year 7 students who have joined us this year. Their eagerness and energy have been impressive in the first few weeks of Term 1.

Parents please check communications which will inform you of upcoming events in the Arts.

Ms Genevieve Tippett – HOD Creative Arts and Industries

Drama

Welcome to all our new students embarking on their Drama journey this year. Year 7 students study Drama for one term and Year 9 & 10 students are able to choose Drama as an elective subject for one semester. We are very excited to have you with us in our extraordinary building learning the best subject ever.

YEAR 7 & 8 DRAMA

Welcome to an exciting term filled with physical activity, play readings, stage combat, scriptwriting and Performance outcomes. Phew, sounds awesome and exhausting.

Every student in Drama will be required to wear Theatre Blacks for Performance assessment. An example of the clothing is attached. Students must wear plain black [if possible] a stripe, emblem here or there is also fine.

Correct clothing items include;

• long tracksuit pants, dance pants, long shorts
• long sleeve t-shirts, short sleeve t-shirts
• round neck or high v t-shirts
• black socks or bare feet

YEAR 10 DRAMA

Year 10’s have been engaging with a brand-new unit that explores several theatre styles, ranging from Australian Gothic, to Visual Theatre, to Physical Theatre, and even Greek! Already students have embraced the challenging new unit, creating puppets, choreographed movement, projections on the cyclorama, and shadow screen sequences. Here’s a look at some of the fun experimentation we get up to in our fantastic facility:

It’s going to be fantastic to see how these talented Year 10’s create their own directorial concept using the theatre styles they’ve learnt so far. More updates to come!

PROPOSED DATE CLAIMER

17 FEBRUARY – incursion Shock Therapy Theatre Company FUEL 9-10am PAC
12 MAY – incursion Shake and Stir Theatre Company VACANT 9-10am PAC
28 JULY – ARTS ON THE GREEN 5:30pm – 8:30pm PAC and surrounding area
24 AUGUST – incursion Shake and Stir Theatre Company TERRITORIAL 9-10am PAC
10 OCTOBER – incursion Shock Therapy Theatre Company UNDERTOW 9-10am PAC

Ms Toni Ryan – Creative Arts Drama Coordinator

Visual Art

Year 7 Art

Our Year 7 and 8 art students have commenced the year with great enthusiasm, as they have already displayed artistic flair in various artworks produced. With a focus on portraiture, through the concept of multi culturalism, currently our students are working on completing a series of experimental works, which will then lead to a self-portrait. The students have been asked to represent themselves using symbols and various visual elements. We can’t wait to see what our budding young artists produce, as we have already demonstrated some lovely skills and creativity.

Ms Genevieve Tippett – HOD Creative Arts and Industries

2022 saw some senior students applying their creative minds by beautifying the K block bathrooms. These student-made collaborations are a visual reminder while building a ripple effect of positive affirmations and minimizing negativity. The benefit from these heart-felt words have engaged students who have appreciated and admired and further saying the quotes are ‘inspirational, motivating and love it’. This is only the start, I’ll be working further with students to design more inspiring quotes.

Ms Vicki Schafer – Visual Art Teacher

Instrumental Music

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC & CAV CHOIR

Instrumental Music lessons and ensembles are up and running for 2023. Please check the rehearsal schedule for rehearsal times. All students should now have their Instrumental Music timetables.

If you are new to Cav Rd and play a String, Woodwind, Brass or Percussion instrument, and would like to join the Instrumental Music Program, please contact Mr Lashmar in the PAC Staffroom. Please note that we do not provide guitar, piano and vocal tuition as these instruments are not part of the Education Queensland Instrumental Music Program.

CavChoir is also up and running with rehearsals on Thursday 1st Break and Friday mornings before school. Please see Miss Fishpool in the English Staffroom (K block) if you would be interested in joining.

Mr Tony Lashmar – Instrumental Music Teacher

International Languages

On Saturday 11 February, Staricel, one of our Nauru international students, was invited to meet the Nauru High Commissioner.

The High Commissioner (Ms Camilla Solomon) met with 6 high school students along with 3 tertiary students and some local Nauruan leaders. Ms Solomon is the first High Commissioner that Nauru has sent to Australia.

She asked the students about their experiences to date. Listening to her speak there were parallels with our 5 core values.

Term 1 Japanese (Nihongo 日本語)

Each year we welcome students in Year 7 from a variety of primary schools. As a 7-12 years curriculum we use Years 7 and 8 to help all students (especially those students who have never experienced Japanese language before) to reach a foundation benchmark for Year 9 and beyond.

Welcome (Yookosoようこそ) !!!

Here are the teachers that teach the following year levels for Japanese;

Year 7 Angeline Sloman, Sharon Karfs, Joy Balfour
Year 8 Sharon Karfs, Angeline Sloman, Kimberly Fukushige, Joy Balfour
Year 9 Kimberly Fukushige, Joy Balfour
Year 10 Joy Balfour
Year 11 Joy Balfour
Year 12 Kimberly Fukushige.
Study habits for a language

Parents can help by encouraging their child to look at their timetable each day to prepare for the next day classes. The night before their class students need to make sure their homework for the lesson has been done and then they need to repack their bag. Students can check for their homework from their OneNote. Language study requires students to regularly revise vocabulary, grammar and script that is covered in class. The completion of all work not completed in class should also be thought of as homework.

Study strategies suggestions for learning hiragana/katakana: Learn the mnemonics for remembering the characters, use hiragana/katakana hint apps on student iPad, play hiragana/katakana games from hiragana/katakana websites, create flashcards.

We are proud that so many of our language students last year received a high ATAR. Many universities such as Griffith University, University of Queensland, Queensland University of Technology and Australian Catholic University give bonus points (or subject adjustments) to students who have studied a language to Year 12 level.

Carley Spence (Cambridge University press and assessment), outlines 5 skill areas that are helped by learning a new language.

Better academic performance

In a meta-analysis of 20 studies examining language learning and its impact on academic performance, the majority of studies (90%) showed that language learners perform better across a range of academic subjects than students who don’t study a second language. Learning another language also boosts student literacy, which gives learners an advantage in core school subjects like mathematics and science.

Improved concentration

Just one week of learning a new language has a positive impact on students’ levels of alertness and focus.

A more powerful memory

Studying a language engages memorization skills (learning new words and rules) as well as recall (producing new language in-class activities). So, it’s no surprise that people who regularly use a second language have more powerful memories.

In fact, research shows that people who speak a second language regularly perform better on memory tests than monolingual people. It makes no difference whether they learned the language as a child or as an adult, either. What’s more, language learning improves both short term and long-term memory.

Stronger communication skills

Early studies on language learning found evidence that it boosted learners’ empathy. More recent research has found that empathy is a key trait for success in learning a second language.

Speaking a second language can help to improve students’ ability to see things from another perspective. In turn, this can have a positive impact on their communication skills.

In addition, the practice of academic skills involved in language study, such as active listening, can improve learners’ communication skills in their everyday lives.

More creativity

Researchers across different studies have found that studying a language seems to unlock students’ creative abilities. This could be the result of the thought processes involved in language learning. These include translation, language switching and disciplined study, along with a willingness to learn and adapt.

Language learning skills will help learners in all areas of their lives, improving their mental abilities, and helping them with problem-solving and decision–making. So, whether you’re a learner or a teacher of other languages, you’re building skills, exercising your brain and building your cognitive reserves every time you speak a second language!

Carley Spence (Cambridge University press and assessment) `How learning a new language changes your brain’. Published 29 April 2022.

Ms Maria Masselos – HOD International and Foreign Languages

German

Willkommen in Deutsch 2022

Welcome to German 2023. Frau Gavranich, Frau Campbell and Frau Gallagher would like to welcome your child to German, or back to German this year. We hope that students have settled into the routine of the German classes. This year, the Year 7 students will study German for the whole of Year 7 and 1 semester of Year 8. The current Year 8 students will be studying languages 3 lessons per week in either semester 1 or 2. Elective students in Years 9 – 12 study the subject 3 times per week.

This year we are hoping to offer the following excursions/incursions:

Term 1

• Karneval incursion - Year 7 – 8

Term 2

• Restaurant visit - Years 9 – 12
• Film festival Years 9 – 12

Term 3

• Language Day Years 7 -12
• Languages Speech Competition if on this year

Term 4

• Oktoberfest for Teens – Years 9 -12

Interested students are encouraged to listen for further details during the year.

Helping your child with their language skills can seem daunting to a parent who does not speak the language, but there are ways to assist. Letting your child ‘teach’ you their new words or phrases is a great way for your child to consolidate his/her knowledge. Similarly, there are numerous free websites which allow students to practise topics and grammar. German.net for grammar practise and languages online for vocabulary practise are highly recommended.

SCHOLARSHIP opportunities July 2023 for students in Years 10, 11 and 12

Application deadline: 3 March 2023
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS 2023

Apply now for the Goethe-Institut Scholarships for Students of German and the opportunity to participate in a 2-week German language summer camp in Austria.

The language camp is located in the mountains around Salzburg in one of the most beautiful surroundings that Austria has to offer. They provide many leisure and sports activities, whether in the beautiful landscape or directly at the youth hotel. Of course, students have to complete their German lessons first, which consist of two blocks of lessons in the morning and three to four times a week one block in the afternoon. 

Ms Katherine Gallagher – German Teacher

International Homestay Report

Humanities

Year 8 – update

This year sees the introduction of a fortnightly award the “Hum-roadian.” This will be awarded to a junior student who exhibits all of the great traits of a Cav Rd and Humanities student. Our most recent award winner was from Mr Bates Year 8G class, Ava Guthrie. Students have started the year by comparing the Black Death with Covid 19. This was a great way to demonstrate the relevance of history. They were tasked with creating a “textbook page” that unpacked the effects of COVID-19. It was incredibly tough to decide on one winner as there were so many quality entries!

Ms Laura Signorini – HOD Business and Humanities

Business

This year has seen the Business Department offer on campus delivery of the Diploma of Business in partnership with Prestige Service Training. Our first cohort of students are enjoying the adult education learning environment and the learning experiences offered by our trainer Mr Mahajan. Students have just completed the practical competent of the first unit of competency BSBCMM411 Make Presentations. Students prepared presentations for the group on topics ranging from sport and holiday experiences to issues such as pollution, gun violence and poverty. It has been a pleasure watching our students rise to the challenge of the new learning environment.

Ms Belinda Grech – HOD Business and Humanities

STEAM

Sport @ Cav Road

AFL

Raiders Rampage Narangba Valley Vipers

In 2023 AFL has begun with a BANG! Playing in a slightly different format to previous years, our 4 teams will play in round games and aim to finish as high up the ladder as they can. Round 1 for all 4 teams saw us take on Narangba Valley SHS. With this being the first game of the year for all our teams, and the first AFL game ever for many of our players, team cohesion and growth was what we were looking to see during our first outing.

The junior girls started the day off perfectly, after a slow start, they found their feet as the game went on and ended up dominating the opposition with a 68-1 win. Coach of the junior girls, Ms Hayes, was very impressed by all the players, especially those who were new to the sport. The junior boys followed suit with a 70-14 win, which had coach Mr Fothergill very excited for the year to come. The boys looked very comfortable throughout the game; even those who were new looked like seasoned veterans by the end of the game.

Our all-conquering senior girls drew the unlucky timeslot of the middle of the day and battled both the opposition and the heat in tricky conditions. After not taking our chances early in the game, we left the door ajar for Narangba Valley, but as the arm-wrestle continued our girls were too strong, running out 73 – 9 winners.

The open boys fielded our most inexperienced line-up, with many of the team never having seen a live game before, but bursting with potential. The game was full of ups and downs, with plenty of things to work on. Narangba Valley were in control most of the match and never let up as our open boys unfortunately went down.

Overall, a very successful day for the school in our new competition with 3 out of 4 wins and plenty of room for improvement. Our Opens teams next take on Pacific Pines SHS on 7 March (Tuesday week 7), and our juniors do not have their next fixture until the 10 May due to NAPLAN and interruption-free periods. This is fantastic as it will allow plenty of time for all of our teams to get to work and improve. Training will continue on Wednesday mornings for boys and Friday mornings for girls from 7am.

Mr Matthew Rutter – AFL Coordinator

In TOUCH

Last week as part of our annual Touch calendar, we celebrated the first event of the year with our Year 7 Afternoon tea. This tradition has been part of the academy for many years and a wonderful opportunity to meet and greet all the new academy students. The afternoon was a celebration of mixed teams playing a super series of touch. Afterwards, we enjoyed a BBQ, and some homemade snacks brought in by our students. Thank you to our parent helpers Jasmine and Uncle, Ms Farrelly and Mr Loth for making it an enjoyable afternoon. Most importantly hopefully our Year 7’s enjoyed their first academy celebration, one of many to come.

Once again, Cav has several junior teams competing in the Thursday junior girls, and Friday junior boys touch at Whites Hill Reserve. These evenings provide a great opportunity for students to improve their touch football skills whilst creating new social networks. A big thankyou to Ms Farrelly and Mr Glachan for their coaching contributions on these afternoons. And all the following parents that are helping manage these teams, Kimberley, Kasey, Natalie, Linda, Geoff, Andrea, Jen and Stephanie

Touch Captains - Coco S and Sasha W (2023)

What’s Coming UP

15 Feb – Years 7,8,9 interschool sport touch
16 Feb – Years 10 and Opens interschool sport touch
All district trials for 12 -18 years touch (good luck to all trialling).
27 Feb – Team Building and Leadership Day
27 March - STL 1, Caboolture Touch Association

Players Profile

In each edition of the newsletter we profile an Academy Touch player to learn a little more about some of the wonderful individuals that make us so excellent. Please welcome r both students are in grade 7.

Name: Natalie H
Grade: 7
Favourite Subject: English
Touch Club: Southern Storm
Most memorable touch experience: Winning the finals
Fav playing number and position: 64 + wing
Who I most admire: My parents
What I want to be when I grow up: Zoologist
What my last meal on earth would be: Spaghetti Bolognaise
My favourite movie is: Jumanji
A country I’d like to visit is and why: England as my nan lived there for a year and loved it
If I could be fluent in a language it would be and why: Spanish
If money was no object what would you buy? Things for my family

Name: Ava L
Grade: 7
Favourite Subject: Drama/Art/Touch
Touch Club: UQ Rebels
Most memorable touch experience: When all of my team spoke and got to know each other and when I scored.
Fav playing number and position: #3 link or wing (preferably link)
Who I most admire: Jenna Rowsel for touch but mostly Jenna Ortega
What I want to be when I grow up: Actress
What my last meal on earth would be: Watermelon
My favourite movie is: Avatar
A country I’d like to visit is and why: New Zealand ( I have already been before )
If I could be fluent in a language it would be and why: Korean because its interesting
If money was no object what would you buy? A zoo

Ms Cathy Farrrelly – Touch Football Coordinator

Netball

Introducing the 2023 Netball Academy captains... Adelaide H and Alicia V!

We have almost 100 students across Year 7 to 10 in the Netball Academy this year, and Year 10 students Alicia and Adelaide have been selected by their peers to lead the Academy in 2023.

Alicia and Adelaide are excellent role models for our younger students and they are both keen to create a fun and inclusive community in the Netball Academy. They will work with their Year 10 class to plan a variety of team-building events and new initiatives throughout the year to give all the netballers a chance to get to know each other. Below are some insights into who your 2023 netball captains are and what their goals are for the year.

Alicia

I’m Alicia V and I’m one of the netball academy captains for 2023! I started playing netball when I was 5. I started playing because I loved the sport and was super competitive from a young age. My favourite position to play is defence, I’m a circle defender both GD and GK. I play for the Brisbane South Wildcats in the ruby series. My favourite netball memory would be at the Vicki Wilson Cup when our school placed 3rd!! I love playing netball because of the teamwork that is needed to succeed. My goals for netball academy this year are to make the whole academy super close and a fun environment to be in!!!

Adelaide

When and why did you start playing netball?

I started playing netball in 2018 when I turned 10. I remember hearing other girls talk about netball at school and I thought it was a sport I would love to try!

What positions do you play?

I play GK, GD and WD.

What club team do you play for?

I play for Mayfield at MDNA!

What is your favourite netball memory?

There are too many to choose from, but being given the chance to be a part of Vicki Wilson Cup , from the training to the actual carnivals, is an experience I really value. I loved every second of it and learnt so much, so it's definitely up there amongst other things.

What do you love about playing netball?

I love everything about netball! I think netball is a sport that attracts a lot of amazing people and I've met some of my closest friends and the people I admire the most through netball. In the past 3 years I've really felt like netball isn't only about learning more skills but about growing as a person and improving character. I love the holistic approach to netball because it builds resilience and hard workers. I love the spirit of netball and that it's a place I can push myself to improve. Netball feels like home.

What are your goals as a captain of the Netball Academy this year?

It is really exciting to be one of the captains with Alicia this year and I am so keen to do my best for the academy. My main goals are to lead by example and to really foster the sense of community and belonging across all grades. One of my favourite things is the friendships I have made with girls in younger grades because of the academy, and it would be awesome if the same could happen for more girls, so that the academy can become even tighter and more inclusive.

Ms Jacqui Russell – Netball Coordinator

Indigenous Program News

Beyond the Broncos Program

The ‘Beyond the Broncos’ Program aims to provide support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in Years 7-12 to stay in school, complete their senior studies and prepare for the transition into further education and employment. The Program operates with high expectations for effort, behaviour, achievement and commitment.

We are fortunate to again have this Program at Cav Rd in 2023 to support our First Nations students. Samara Williams, Redlands Regional Coordinator, attends regularly to meet and mentor students, and also assists to deliver workshops each term.

22 Indigenous students participated in the official Program launch and Term 1 workshop on 31 January. Broncos Ambassadors Scott Prince and Ali Brigginshaw delivered the workshop, which centred around the theme ‘Goal Setting and Leadership’. We look forward to welcoming Broncos Ambassadors back to Cav in May for the Term 2 Workshop.

QATSIF Scholarships

The Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation, known as QATSIF, is an independent public trust established to provide young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders with a secure funding source to assist students in their senior years of education.

QATSIF's initial capital was created through the toil of previous generations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders. This capital has been invested by QATSIF's Trustee, the Public Trustee of Queensland, and the annual interest provides an income stream for scholarships and bursaries. QATSIF’s QCE Scholarship Program provides scholarship funding to support students undertaking Year 11 and 12.

Congratulations to the following Year 11 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who have been awarded Round 14 QATSIF QCE Scholarships – Kameryn B, Max F, Tanika H, Finn M, Jaycee M, Trinity O and Zaliyah S.

Ms Kym Ford- Indigenous Liaison Officer

Student Services

Lost Property

Please remember to write your child’s name on all their personal items. There are many unnamed lost property items awaiting collection at Student Services, (B Block). If you lose any personal belongings please go to Student Services as this is a collection point for Lost Property.

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