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From the Principal15 September 2011

Dear St Mary’s Family

Happy holidays! This is the time of the year when teachers get a break and parents have 2 weeks of holidays with their adolescent Gen-Yers. We have all heard the famous Socrates quote from 410 BCE describing the youth of his day as insolent upstarts who didn’t know their place and had little regard for tradition, manners or their elders. Today, much of our media describes our young people in this same way, however, a leading authority on youth trends and strategies for bridging the generation gap (Michael McQueen)

disagrees. He argues that the following 7 common myths about Gen Y need to be dispelled:

They are self-centred. On the contrary, they show a remarkably strong sense of civic duty and community mindedness with 81% volunteering in the last 12 months and 69% considering a company’s social and environmental commitment when deciding where to shop.

They don’t think about the future. Rather than viewing the future as a set of linear decisions, they see it as a vague and uncertain adventure. They are much more interested in preparing rather that planning for a future which promises to be vastly different to the world they have grown up in.

They have no moral compass. They have been raised in a society that has taught them that truth is not absolute but based on an individual’s perspective, experience and perceptions. This has in turn taught them to be increasingly tolerant and accepting of differing points of view and their way of determining morality is different to older generations.

They are disrespectful. To the contrary, respect is one of their core values. They show respect if it is reciprocal and if it is based on relationship. Respect must be earned and not assumed as a given because of a title, role or institution a person represents.

They are lazy. Having seen the heart attacks, strokes and broken marriages of their parents’ generation, they want to get ahead, but not at any cost. Consequently, they value commitment to work/life balance and will place relationships with friends and family above work.

They only want to communicate online. Growing up in a digital age where families have become increasingly disconnected and dispersed, they are desperately keen to learn about their heritage and hear the stories of ‘times gone by’.

They don’t want to connect with older generations. Beyond the tough exterior, they are searching for leadership, mentoring and boundaries. They have been called the fatherless generation. They are looking to make meaningful connections with adults they can look up to, trust and respect.

Perhaps Michael McQueen’s ideas are worth considering – food for thought at least.

We have been interviewing applicants for the positions of College Captain for next year. All interviewees

in what can only be described as a situation which is well out of their ‘comfort zone’. I think I can speak for the other two panellists when I say that it is truly a humbling experience and a privilege to listen to such well articulated wisdom and common sense from such young people. I congratulate all students who have had the courage to apply for College Captaincy and I look forward to the candidates’ speeches

“Whether you think you can, or you can’t, you are usually right”

(Henry Ford)

Kind regards

Patricia Jones

College Principal

2St Mary’s Catholic College - Cairns

Energy Art ExhibitionOur Senior Art students are currently exhibiting work at the Tanks as part of the annual Energy Exhibition. This annual student exhibition of Art from schools in the Far North is combined with the Queensland Government’s Creative Generations competition for excellence in the Visual Arts. Three of our students, Courtney Dalton, Stephanie Ansell and Nadine Huey participated in this competition, while a further six, Sarah Kocsis, Bianca Foster, Brittney Moggs, Shikoda Grauner, Jennifer Dudgeon and Hayley Harwood contributed works to the Energy Exhibition. It was wonderful to see such a high standard of work produced by student artists from schools across the region.

Four of our students gained additional recognition:

PAEA Encouragement Awards went to Courtney Dalton and Sarah

Kocsis.

Ergon Energy Encouragement Awards went to Nadine Huey and

Shikoda Grauner.

All of these works will be exhibited in the Cell Art Space when the current exhibition closes.

You still have an opportunity to view the works at the Tanks for the next few weeks.

Congratulations to all our participants!

Jacquie Cox

Art Coordinator

Catholic Education – Diocese of Cairns 2012 Tuition Fees

Forms and Documents in the side panel of the Schoolzine Newsletter. See also Bulletin article on St Mary’s website.

A Word from the Assistant Principal – Pastoral Care

I wish a happy and safe holiday to all, and hope everyone returns rejuvenated and ready to tackle

holiday period to ensure their children have all correct uniform, including hats, shoes and socks. I need to make a special mention to parents of Year 12 students, that complete and correct uniform is

example led by most of our senior students needs to

continue next term and I cannot make any exceptions for students who wish to use the brevity of the term as an excuse not to be dressed to the correct standards.

Loves Bus Service has informed me of a cancellation taking effect from the start of Term 4. The 2:00pm service to Mooroobool, Edge Hill and Brinsmead will be cut due to the low numbers of passengers taking that bus. Students using that service will have to wait to use the normal service bus number 37 departing at 3:50pm.

I have also been advised that Loves are considering the viability of their 2:05pm service to Edmonton and Gordonvale because of the low numbers taking that bus. At this stage, that service will continue to run.

Happy Holidays,

Doug Belton

(Acting) Assistant Principal, Pastoral Care

Application for a Contract Position - Learning Support/

Special Needs Aide at St Mary’s Catholic College,

WoreeCOMMENCEMENT DATE: Monday 3 October 2011

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Wednesday 26 September 2011

Applications are invited for this contract position of 24 hours per week term time.

The College is seeking an experienced Learning Support/Special Needs Aide to commence Term 4 2011. This will be a contract position till the end of the 2011 school year.

Applications to be sent to The Principal, Mrs Patricia Jones – requiring introductory letter, Curriculum Vitae and quoting 2 or 3 referees to:

The Principal Mrs P Jones St Mary’s Catholic College PO Box 259E EARLVILLE QLD 4870

Via email: [email protected] or Fax: 0740 546617

School FeesParents are reminded that fees must be cleared or contact with the College made before the end of Term for reports to be released.

Kathy King

Accounts Secretary


Parent/Carer Skills Based Training for Eating Disorders -

CairnsSee Flyer in the Forms and Documents section of the side panel of

Mary’s printable version and on the St Mary’s Bulletin website.

Cost: This course is offered at no charge. Course materials and light refreshments are included.

Dates: Friday 28th October (6.00pm– 9.00pm) and Saturday 29th October (9.00am–4:30pm)

Venue: Cairns Colonial Club Resort

To register your interest in attending please contact EDOS on 3114 0809.

SYNOD NEWSSynod Connections are available in the church or on the diocesan website - http://www.cairns.catholic.org.au/ . If you are interested reading the “Report to the Synod” please see Father Martin Kenny

or Mrs Patricia Jones, Principal. It will also be available on the website. Observers are welcome at the Synod – please see Father if interested.

From the Assistant to the Principal, Administration

REPORTSTerm 3 reports for students in Years 8 – 11 will be

vacation. I trust that these will provide clear and concise feedback on your child’s progress through the term.

WEBSITE LAUNCHAs part of the marketing and rebranding process that has been taking place over the past eighteen months, we will be launching a new St Mary’s website at the beginning of Term 4. More information regarding this will be forwarded to you in the near future.

TOURS OF THE COLLEGETours of the College for prospective students and their families will be held on the afternoon of Wednesday 12th October. I would be most appreciative if you would recommend this opportunity to any friends or family members who are considering quality secondary schooling options for their children.

PRIMARY SCHOOL VISITSWe were very pleased to have a visit from the Year 7 students and teachers from St Gerard Majella School on Thursday 8th September. Students got to experience Art, Music and Science classrooms, to learn new skills and familiarise themselves with the secondary school setting. At recess, they enjoyed a performance by our talented Instrumental Music students. Many thanks to all the staff and students who contributed to making this such a worthwhile and enjoyable community day for St Mary’s and one of its key primary feeder schools.

Alison Forster

Assistant to the Principal, Administration

From the Deputy Principal - Curriculum

CURRICULUM MATTERSMid-term reports will be sent home, for students in Years 8-11 over the holidays. These reports are designed to provide a snapshot of your student’s learning, and learning behaviours, to date this semester. Please contact your child’s teacher directly if you have any concerns.

SUBJECT CHANGESJust a reminder that St Mary’s Catholic College operates under Semester units of work (with the exception of the Year 8 program) therefore we will not be offering opportunities for students to change subjects at the start of Term 4.

NAPLAN REPORTSYear 9 NAPLAN 2011 Test Results

In May this year students in Year 9 undertook testing in Reading, Writing, Language Conventions (Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation) and Numeracy.

Your child’s report shows his or her results in comparison with the results of all other students in Australia who sat the tests, more than a million students in total. The report shows:

the national average;

the range for the middle 60 per cent of students; and

whether your child has achieved the national minimum standards.

An important feature of the assessments is that your child’s achievement is now reported against a common national assessment scale that continues from Year 3 right through to Year 9. This means that as your child advances through school and sits these


assessments every second year, you will be able to see your child’s progress in literacy and numeracy. A graph showing the common national scale and how results are reported for each year level will be sent home with your child’s report. Each year level’s group of six bands commences at a different band on the scale, covering Years 3 to 9. For example, the bottom level of the Year 9 report is labelled ‘Band 5’ and the top level ‘Band 10’. This shows how the results for each year level relate to the full ten-band scale covering Years 3 to 9. The advantage of this is that you are able to compare your child’s results to those in previous years.

of the national minimum standard for each year level. The NAPLAN report shows the minimum standard as a full band on the scale. For example, the national minimum standard for Year 9 is Band 6. If your child’s result is in this band, then he or she has typically demonstrated only the basic elements of literacy and numeracy needed to participate in school in Year 9.

The back page of the report has a table that provides a brief description of what students have typically demonstrated in the tests at each band. It is important to understand that if your child’s result is at or above the national minimum standard, he or she has generally achieved the skills described in the relevant band as well as those skills described for the bands below.

This report is just one element of the information that your child’s school has on his or her learning and achievement in literacy and numeracy. Your child’s teacher will be able to provide you with more information on your child’s progress in literacy and numeracy.

If you would like further general information about the National Literacy and Numeracy assessments please visit www.naplan.edu.au.

St Mary’s Catholic College Year 9 NAPLAN 2011 individual school reports will be mailed out to students over the holidays or early next term.

Have a safe and restful holiday.

Thanks,

Clancie Neilson

Deputy Principal – Curriculum

LAST DAY OF TERM 3THE LAST DAY OF TERM 3 WILL BE FRIDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER, 2011. All students in Years 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 are expected to attend school on this day. Students are to wear their normal school uniform.

DISMISSAL WILL BE AT THE NORMAL TIME OF 3.15PM.

Buses will run as normal on this day.

NOTIFICATION OF ANY CHANGE OF DETAILS

address, postal address, contact phone numbers, home and work and correct email address so the College can advise parents/guardians when the Newsletter goes ONLINE each fortnight.

STUDENTS RETURN TO SCHOOL FOR TERM 4 ON MONDAY OCTOBER 3, 2011

LOCKERS - END OF TERM 3Dear Parents

The following procedure is designed to reduce the likelihood of students’ belongings being stolen/destroyed over the holiday period and to reduce the risk of locker damage brought about by vandals breaking through padlocked lockers. If we take these simple steps

to make lockers less inviting to vandals, we might help to eventually eliminate this problem.

All students are requested to clear out all their belongings and rubbish from lockers before 4.00pm on Friday, 16th September, 2011.Text books and library books should be returned to the Library.

Doug Belton

(Acting) Deputy Principal, Pastoral Care

Year 8 Interhouse Debating Competition: Grand Final!

In the past two weeks Round 3 and the Grand Final have been held of the Year 8 Interhouse Debating Competition. Teams have vied for the Taft Family Debating Trophy and House pride.

In Round 3, Cahill made it a clean sweep and Hutchinson also won

they contested the statement: That a good book is better than a good movie. Murray and Heavey Houses should be congratulated for their spirited competition. Well done to Marks and Timothy Brotherton and Pia Cannon, Gabrielle Kohlhardt

and Shannon Voysey;

from your experience will hold you in good stead.

The entire Year 8 cohort were able to gather together and be

whether

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were present on both sides. Alexia Papamichael, Shania Forrester-

Bidgood and Bailey Tibbs (Pictured above) represented Cahill, whilst Kayla Holzapfel, Danielle Auld and Alanah Mayers stood up

was a coup for Cahill.

Principal Patricia Jones was more than pleased to present to Cahill the trophy on the day, however, it will be formally presented to the

included Mrs Rae Russell and Mrs Sam Hartley, our Public Speaking and English coordinators respectively. They were both very pleased to see so much future potential for St Mary’s public speaking and debating programmes.

Congratulations to all the Year 11 Mentors, who worked very hard with their teams whilst juggling their own exam and assignment commitments.

Ms Leigh Baldwin

Debating Coordinator


Public SpeakingThe annual Calanna Junior Public Speaking Competition was held at St Mary’s Catholic College on Tuesday 23 August. This competition is

on a person or event that inspires them or an activity they love.

Emily-Rose Lucas Alanah Mayers Kira Fitzgerald

Emily-Rose Lucas, Alanah Mayers, Kira Fitzgerald and represented the College and performed extremely well. Their inspirations ranged from Greenpeace, Free Hug Day, Dancing to Refugees. All girls spoke with passion, expression and enthusiasm and were outstanding ambassadors for our College. Well done, girls!

Thanks also to the parents for their continued support throughout the year and to Mrs Patricia Jones who was very impressed by the high standard of our speakers.

Rae Russell

Public Speaking Coordinator

MUSIC NEWSTerm 3 has been another busy term for St Mary’s music, the highlight of which was the 25th Anniversary celebrations. The event was extremely successful and a perfect showcase of St Mary’s music accomplishment. A big thankyou to all involved.

Over the last few weeks we have had the privilege of having Ms Cherie Spannenburg join us on

staff. A well known music educator in Cairns, Cherie is currently completing her education degree. We were thrilled to have her at St Mary’s and wish her well in all her endeavours as a successful music teacher.

Our program is always actively seeking new musicians and as the school gears up for next year’s musical and 2013’s music tour lots of exciting opportunities for music students await! If your child is not currently part of the program, there is no better time to start music than now!

Term 4 is going to be very busy for St Mary’s music. Upcoming major events have been listed below. Please put them in the calendar!

Finally, best of luck to all of our talented students who are currently sitting or have completed their AMEB exams!

God Bless,

The Music Department

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR TERM 429 September - 2 October

SHEP Brisbane

1st October Year 7 into 8 Scholarship Auditions

4th October QCEC Conference (String Quartet, Stage Band)

12th October

25th October Presentation Night - (String Quartet, String Orchestra, Stage Band, Concert band)

2nd November Combined Schools Music Night - (All school groups)

5 November St Therese’s Fete

(String Orchestra, Saxophone Quartet, Soloists)

29 September - 2 October

SHEP Brisbane

STATE HONOURS ENSEMBLE PROGRAM 2011Congratulations to the following students who will represent St Mary’s in Brisbane for the State Honours Ensemble Program 2011. The program is run at the Queensland Conservatorium for four days from Thursday 29th September and is the premier ensemble honours program for musically gifted students.

John Abernethy Voice

Marcus Bakvis Voice

Alec Denney Double Bass

Ryan Denney Percussion

Virginia Dixon Voice

Taylor Harper Clarinet

Keelan Hill Voice

Sophie Holman Voice

Taylor Jackson Tuba

Therese Phua Voice

Gemma Warner Flute

Jonathan Wu Trumpet

David Graham

Instrumental Music Coordinator

SMCC Netball

Once again St Mary’s entered netball teams into the Cairns Netball Association Tuesday night junior netball competition. Two teams were selected to represent the school and Hannah Carroll volunteered her services as the team’s umpire. The ‘Green’ team coached by Leiana Doughan were mainly new players to netball, who showed great improvement and skill development throughout the season.

Players from the ‘White’ team, coached by Kylie Kickbusch, came back for another year with the addition of 2 new players. The

on Saturday 30th August. It was a hard fought game against TAS in very hot conditions. Unfortunately the girls went down by 9 goals but played a fantastic game of netball and showed great school spirit. Congratulations to the ‘White’ team, Runners-up in 2011.


Special mention to Morgan-Lee Oastler (Green Team) and Shaina Downs (White team) on receiving the Coaches Choice award for their respective divisions. These awards are awarded to the player from each division who scores the highest amount of votes from the coaches through the entire season.

Well done girls and you have shown that netball at SMCC is still going strong.

Kylie Kickbusch

(Acting) Sports Coordinator

Counsellor’s Column

SAFETALK SUICIDE ALERTNESS FOR EVERYONE

Most people considering suicide signal their distress and invite help. Often these opportunities are missed, dismissed or avoided - leaving people more alone and at greater risk. In the 3 hour safeTALK workshop you will learn how to become more alert to these prevention opportunities and offer help that increases safety.

Workshop Dates: Wednesday 2nd November 2011; 6.00pm-9.00pm

Training Venue: Hambledon House – 177 Bruce Highway, Edmonton

Cost: $55 per person

For further information contact (07) 4050 4955 or email [email protected]

ASSIST: APPLIED SUICIDE INTERVENTION SKILLS TRAININGMost people considering suicide signal their distress and their intention in a number of ways. The ASIST 2-day program will help you recognise these signals and provides you with a clear understanding of the process to follow. The program encourages you to use your

interventions.

Workshop Dates: Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th November 2011; 8.30am - 4.30pm

Training Venue: Lifeline Training Centre - 188 Aumuller Street, Bungalow

Cost: $220 per person

For further information contact (07) 4050 4955 or email [email protected]

Julie Hartmann

College Counsellor

Library NewsLooking for some good reading?

New Fiction that will be on the shelves at the start of Term 4, if not before:

1. Heart ofSeries

2. Beast Child Book 2 – in the Voyages of Flying dragon by Ben Chandler. Book 1 was Quillblade

3. Sarah Thornhill – the sequel to Kate Grenville’s Secret River (suits Senior Secondary level)

4. Prisoner of The Inquisition – history, adventure and romance against the backdrop of the Spanish Inquistion

5. The Apothecary – adventure and fantasy in world fearful of war

6. Crow Country – a fantasy in an Australian setting

7. Nest of Lies – a fantasy adventure

8. Shift – a contemporary thriller

9. Have you Seen Ally Queen ?

Early next term a new folio will be open on the school website that will give an introduction to new titles in the Fiction Collection. A number of popular series students have read over the years have lost titles and these are being “topped up” – more on that in the coming folio......

A thought for this week:

Give me a man or woman who has read a thousand books and

you give me an interesting companion. Give me a man or woman

who has read perhaps three and you give me a dangerous enemy

indeed.

Anne Rice, The Witching Hour (1990), p. 261

Roberta Michna

Teacher Librarian

Careers News

interviews will take place early next term. It has been good to meet so many parents during these interviews.

Education work experience requirements – students can either use their paid jobs (if they have one) to apply for Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) through

the school - there is a form the employer will need to complete and students will be required to submit a work experience journal – no extra shifts need to be completed – students who have previously completed 40 hours of paid work can be assessed on this. Work Education teachers have copies of these documents and students

I in Work Education. If students do not have paid work then they are required to undertake 40 hours of work experience in order to

This work experience cannot be completed in school time – thus weekends and after school are the options here. Many of our students are completing work experience over these holidays and we wish them all the best. If students are going to be away from work experience


(i.e. due to ill health) then they will need to ring the work place and school.

QTACThe due date for on-time applications via QTAC is September 30. Students are encouraged to have their QTAC application in by this date. For some courses this is the absolute last day to have an application in to be considered for entry in 2012 – please check carefully and get those QTAC applications in by September 30.

RSL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM APPLICATIONS CLOSING 11th NOVEMBERApplications for the 2011-2012 RSL Youth Development Program will remain open until Remembrance Day (Friday, November 11). Current Years 10 and 11 students from across Queensland are eligible to apply, and must complete an online application form at www.RSLyouth.com. The holidays might be a good time to look at the website and start work on the application if interested.

How to futureproof your careerReach for the stars: How to futureproof your career by Daniel Hoy from Career One, September 3 2011.

h t t p : / / w w w . n e w s . c o m . a u /bus ines s/ reach- fo r - the- s ta r s -futureproof-your-job/story-e6frfm1i-1226128668770

Some jobs are going to be extinct by 2016

Retirement, cyber security new growth areas

Or maybe you could be an organ designer?

Find your new job: Visit CareerOne.com.au

Many of the jobs that will provide employment in Australia for years to come are yet to be invented. Picture: NASA Source: The Daily Telegraph

but medical roboticist and transhumanist designer are already among emerging careers of the future.

Many of the jobs that will provide sustainable employment in Australia for years to come are yet to be invented. But experts say information communication and technology will pave the way in

redundant by 2016.

Employment projections from the Federal Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations show that by 2015-16, the industries to experience the greatest growth are healthcare and social assistance (323,300 jobs), construction (195,800 jobs) and

The three sectors combined represent 50 per cent of the total jobs growth expected for the period to 2015-16.

Healthcare and social assistance is led by people living to an older age, ensuring aged care continues to be a big employer.

Growth in technical services in part is driven by the surge of technology use in the Australian community.

The industries with the highest percentage of new-job growth in

assistance (4.5 per cent), electricity, gas, water and waste services

and technical services (3.3 per cent).

company Peoplebank chief executive Peter Acheson says to aim for IT.required in mainstream jobs in the future,’’ he says. “There’s also an increasing trend towards mobility, and the globalisation of markets

means that we could have virtual teams from across the world working together.

Technology also will resign other jobs to the scrap heap. Business futurist Morris Miselowski predicts the end is nigh for job types such as:

Machinist: Robotics will render this career obsolete.

Desktop publishers: Advances in software will mean people do this role themselves.

Fabric and apparel patternmakers: New software programs will mean this job is a career of the past.

Supermarket cashiers: Shops will be only self-serve.

DVD storeperson: People will buy more movies online.

But Mr Miselowski believes some of the jobs that will be around for years to come include:

Transhumanist designer/technician: They will work with people who have suffered disabilities such as amputation, loss of hearing or eyesight or lack of physical mobility.

Retirement consultant: They will help people get the best

arrangements.

Cyber security: As the community increasingly lives life online, people will need more security specialists able to keep their information safe.

genetic make-up, there is a growing need for genetic counsellors to help address such questions as “I have a gene that says I’m at increased risk for breast cancer and many of my family members have breast cancer, should I have a mastectomy?’’.

organs from scratch for people who need them.

Medical roboticist: The six-million-dollar man may one day be a reality, as medical roboticists take prosthetics far beyond what we see today.

sustainable career, for the foreseeable future: aged care, education, web development and IT, emergency services, veterinary services,

funeral directors.

Dr Raymond Choo, who has worked in cyber security for eight years, says there is “absolutely’’ a shortage of cyber security-savvy individuals.

“Cyber security is an interdisciplinary profession and not only restricted to technical positions in computer science and engineering disciplines,’’ he says.

“There is a wide range of career options ranging from national security, legal and policy advisers in governments to security consultants, penetration testers (also known as white hats) and digital forensic specialists in both public and private sectors to cyber security researchers in academia and think tanks.’’

4.5 per cent: Jobs growth inhealth to 2016

6.1 per cent: Jobs growth in mining to 2016

3.6 per cent: Jobs growth in construction to 2016

3.9 per cent: Jobs growth in energy and water to 2016

50 per cent: of total jobs growth to 2016 in health, construction and professional sectors

Growth industriesRead more: http://www.news.com.au/business/reach-for-the-stars-futureproof-your-job/story-e6frfm1i-1226128668770#ixzz1X8Dk3dDu


Websites of InterestsDuring the school holidays students might like to do a bit of exploring of the following websites:

GAP Year

www.lattitude.org.au www.jobsearch.gov.au/harvesttrail www.defencejobs.gov.au

Jobswww.jobguide.deewr.gov.au - an in-depth look at a range of occupations and their education and training pathways www.myfuture.edu.au - career information service www.jobsearch.gov.au www.abc.net.au/acedayjobs/cooljobs www.centrelink.gov.au

Tertiary Studieswww.qtac.edu.au www.tafe.qld.gov.au www.goingtouni.gov.au- information about Commonwealth loans and scholarships and higher education providers www.myfuture.edu.au - career information service www.year12whatnext.gov.au- a guide to help Year 12 students plan their post-secondary education and training Institutional websites i.e. JCU.edu.au, UQ.edu.au, GU.edu.au, QUT.edu.au, ...

Youthwww.getoutthere.qld.gov.au www.communityservices.qld.gov.au/youth www.youth.gov.au

Year 12 - Learning AccountLog on to your learning account on the Student Connect website at www.studentconnect.qsa.qld.edu.au Check that your subject enrolments and personal details are up-to-date, including all your QCE and VET courses. If any information is missing or incorrect,

or see Ms Ambrose in B7.

UQ Link Access Program and other special entry schemes at the University of Queensland. The UQ-Link Access Program assists with access to UQ programs for current school-leavers and gap year students who have

circumstances. Students who satisfy the UQ-Link Access criteria will automatically receive 5 bonus points towards UQ entry. This bonus is applicable to all undergraduate programs.

Eligible UQ-Link students, who subsequently enrol at UQ are also provided with a $500 Start-up Bursary to assist with the up-front costs of coming to University. Access to a range of support services, including transition advice and ongoing support is also provided.

UQ-Link Access students will also be considered for one of a limited number o f UQ-Link Scholarships valued at $3000 per year for up to four years. No separate application is required.

For more information or to complete an online application from, go to www.uq.edu.au/study/uqlink-entry. Applications close 31 October 2011. Please contact (07) 3365 7113 or email [email protected] if you have further inquiries.

Other special entry schemes available to students wishing to study at UQ include:

1. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Alternative Entry (Ph 3365 6699 or visit www.uq.edu.au/ATSIS

2. Educational Access Scheme (EAS) administered through QTAC (ph 1300 GO QTAC / 1300 467 822 or visit www.qtac.edu.au

UQ Scholarship applications now openHigh-achieving domestic and international students are encouraged to apply via the online application form available on UQ’s Undergraduate Scholarships website. Over 300 Academic

$60,000 over 5 years, will be awarded. Applications close 31 October

Year 12 results.

Students who have experienced educational disadvantage due to

For information, contact the UQ Undergraduate Scholarships &

au or web www. uq.edu.au/scholarships

UQ School of Economics ScholarshipsUQ’s School of Economics is keen to attract the best and brightest students and has introduced a number of prestigious scholarships for domestic and international students. Applications close in mid-November and students are invited to apply now. For information, contact Louise West: ph (07) 3365 4482 email [email protected] web:

uq.edu.au/economics/scholarships-prizes-bursaries

Scholarships for ICT students - applications now openICT Enabling Scholarships are available to encourage students to

awarded to students based on their Year 12 results. To be eligible, students must apply for a place in the Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Multimedia Design or Bachelor of Engineering (Software or Electrical & Computer). Applications are open until 20 January, 2012.

For information, contact Charly Camerer: (07) 3365 3853 www.uq.edu.au/ict/scholarships

UQ Options EveningYear 12 students are invited to attend UQ Options Evening in Brisbane

study their program of choice at UQ.

This event is their opportunity to ask UQ staff and students questions about their study options. Our staff will be able to advise on entry requirements, alternate pathways into programs and the QTAC application process.

During the event, students can also attend information seminars and participate in a campus tour. Date: Monday 19 December Location: UQ Centre (building 27a), St Lucia campus View Map Time: 4.30pm – 7.00pm Parking: Available underneath The UQ Centre. For more information call (07) 3346 9649 email [email protected] visit uq.edu.au/study

Science Experience 2012

for students entering Years 10 or 11 in 2012. TSE runs from January 17-19, 2012 and applications close on 31 October. Participants will experience hands-on workshops, hear scientists speaking about their research, attend site visits and experience the St Lucia campus. $110 per person covers all costs and sponsored places for students are available by contacting local Rotary Clubs.

For more information or to register online visit: scienceexperience.com.au


Campus Visits

Coast or Nathan campus for a personalised campus tour anytime between 10.00am and 1.00pm on either the 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 or 29 September during the school holidays. Tours will leave every thirty minutes on the half hour. No registration is necessary. Simply meet in front of the Library at the Gold Coast Campus and in front of the

“teaching pathway” combined programs from offer in 2012.

232162 / B ARTS/GRAD D ED-SEC(FT) 223252 / B ARTS/GRAD D ED-SEC(FT) 223272 / B MUSIC STUD/G DIP ED-SEC(FT) 232182 / B EXERCISE SC/GDP ED-SEC(FT) 232192 / B PSYCH SC/GRAD D ED SEC(FT) 223282 / B PSYCH SC/GRAD D ED SEC(FT) 223262 / B SCIENCE/GRAD DIP ED-SEC(FT) 232172 / B SCIENCE/GRAD DIP ED-SEC(FT)

These programs offered students who completed the Bachelors degree an automatic transition to the Graduate Diploma of Education-Secondary program. However, with the pending changes proposed by the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) and AQF the current Graduate Diploma of Education programs are unlikely to be in their current formats in 3 years’ time. We encourage any applicants to apply for the single degree program, and they will still be well placed to undertake the Graduate Diploma of Education

programs have been withdrawn for admission at QTAC but appear in our Undergraduate Degrees Program Guide 2012 which was printed early in the year, and in our later Education Degrees Program Guide but with a disclaimer that the programs were under review. The decision to withdraw was taken some time after that brochure artwork was sent to print, and the University apologises if this upsets study options for students next year.

Swinburne University – Melbourne, VictoriaDiploma of Liberal Arts A pathway to arts, social science and humanities at uni The Diploma of Liberal Arts provides students a guaranteed pathway into many Swinburne undergraduate degrees in arts, social science and humanities. This course could be considered for students who may not receive the ATAR they anticipated, or their choice of VTAC preferences. The Diploma of Liberal Arts is part of Swinburne’s Guaranteed Entry Scheme (GES), meaning students will receive credit for 8 units (equivalent to one year of study) towards a degree. For further details please contact Julie Hurrell, on (03) 9210 1964. Campus: Lilydale and Prahran; Study level – TAFE; Duration – Two years full time; Apply through VTAC and direct. For more information visit

www.future.swinburne.edu.au

KEY DATESSunday 9th of October (1st weekend back after the holidays) - HMAS Cairns Open Day

Key Dates for Year 12 students

Year 12 students should be aware of the following key dates:

2011:

Friday 30 September

Due date for on-time applications via QTAC

Monday 31 October

UQ Academic Scholarship applications close UQ Link Access applications close

Thursday 15 December

Some Uni courses major offer round - QTAC

Friday 16 December

Year 12 results released

2012:

Tuesday 5 January Final date to add or change preferences for 12 January offer round

Thursday 12 January

QTAC Offers released

Rebecca Ambrose

Careers Counsellor

VET News

CADET DRAFTING OPPORTUNITIES – NORTH QUEENSLANDGHD North Queensland is looking to recruit at least one cadet in Cairns, Townsville, Mackay and Gladstone. Please see Mrs Wilkinson or Mrs Ambrose for more information if interested.

Carolyn Wilkinson

VET Coordinator

POSITIONS VACANT – SCHOOL-BASED TRAINEE OPPORTUNITIES

Brumby’s Edmonton – Cairns Noodle Box – Cairns

If interested in any of the above positions see Mrs Wilkinson in F8 for an Application Form.

THIESS PLANT APPRENTICE INTAKE 2012As one of Australia’s largest mining and construction groups, we manage sites throughout Australian and South East Asia. Our people are at the centre of what we do, and we are committed to developing the skills and opportunities of all employees.

Working with experienced colleagues at various Thiess projects, out Apprenticeship Program will offer you the chance to participate in structured training towards a nationally recognised trade

You will need to be self-motivated, conscientious and committed to developing a career for yourself in the construction or resources industry. A mature attitude is essential and you must be willing to learn new skills and accept direction. Shortlisted applicants will progress through a structured recruitment process which involves participation in an assessment centre, formal interview and medical examination (including drug and alcohol testing).

To be eligible to apply, you need to have completed Year 12 as from 1stJanuary 2012. Mature aged, female and indigenous candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply go to link below, under job search click on apprenticeships or type in the above job no.

http://www.thiess.com.au/careers

INTERVIEW/SHORTLIST STAGE Position (Earlville Branch)

INTERVIEW/SHORTLIST STAGE Position(Multiple Branches)

SCHOOL HOLIDAY INFORMATION SESSION – INVITATION OPEN TO STUDENTS AND PARENTSI am running a Group Information Session during School Holidays for interested Students and Parents to come into Skill360 Australia and learn more about School Based and Full Time Apprenticeships and Traineeships. This Information Session is open to all students in Years 10,11 and 12 who have either registered or who want to know more before submitting a formal registration. Places are limited to


30 students + parents. If you are aware of any students you feel will –

Year 12 school leavers are highly encouraged to attend.

Venue:TAFE)

Date: Wednesday, 21 September, 2011

Time: 11.00am

Duration: 1 hour approx

Topic: Skill360 Australia, Registration and Recruitment Process, Apprenticeship and Traineeship info (SATs & FT), Employment Provisions, Job Prospects, Employer Expectations, Support during your apprenticeship/traineeship.

Parents: Welcome!

Host an International Student and Learn about yourself!

As Marcel Proust, a late 19th century novelist, wrote: “the real voyage

of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having

new eyes”. Host an international high school student in February 2012 through Southern Cross Cultural Exchange and prepare to be amazed at the way this unique opportunity helps your family to become closer, to understand themselves better and to see the world in a new light.

Carefully selected students will arrive in February for one or two semesters from France, Germany, Italy, Austria, Japan, the U.S.A. and Canada. They will live as a local, attend a local secondary school, are fully insured and have their own spending money.

Call S.C.C.E now on 1800 500 501, email [email protected] or visit our website (www.scce.com.au) to be part of this rewarding

the spirit of family and friendship.

Beginner’s Circuit Class – SMCC Oval

Tuesday and Thursday afternoons 4.15pm

Term time First Session FREE

Started: Tuesday 6th Sept Bring a towel, hat, water bottle

and a friend Lots of fun

for, kid friendly too. Expert personal trainer who will tailor a program to your needs.

Cost: Free $20 a week for 2 classes or $15 for one

class a week. Any questions please call Terri (the trainer) 0424 618 698

Breakthrough Catholic Youth Conference

Only a few weeks before this epic youth event, September 26-28. Amazing speakers, 3 energetic NET teams, lots of young people, prayer, drama, faith experiences, music and lots more.

Contact [email protected] or [email protected] for more info.

Schoolzine Newsletter.

Cairns Hockey Association Summer Sixes Competition

Cairns Hockey Association Summer Sixes Competition will commence on 3th October and run until beginning of December. Form a team and enter the competition- even if you are new to the sport. Team Registration Forms to be returned by Friday 16th September are on web site: www.cairnshockey.com.au in the Summer Sixes section.

More information can be had by contacting the Association on 4053 2308 or email to [email protected]

Caritas AustraliaThe drought gripping East Africa is a humanitarian catastrophe. Caritas Australia and the Catholic Community must stand in solidarity with prayers and support for the 12.5 million men, women and children in urgent need of assistance. Caritas Australia is engaged in Kenya and Somalia and is working towards ensuring families have access to health care, food rations, clean water and nutrition for the sick.

Through the East Africa Crisis Appeal, you can help provide food relief, clean water and basic necessities in this time of crisis. For more information or to

donate please visit www.caritas.org.au/eastafricacrisis, call 1800 024 413 or post donations to GPO Box 9830 Q 4001

Tuckshop Roster29.08.11 HELP, HELP, HELP

30.08.11 Sharelle Sue Yek

31.08.11 Margret Drielich, HELP

01.09.11 Margret Drielich, Rosina Di Salvo

02.09.11 Linda Hill, Marina Kenny

05.09.11 Carol Dickson, HELP

06.09.11 Sharelle Sue Yek

07.09.11 Margret Drielich, Maria Ireland

08.09.11 Margret Drielich, Rosina Di Salvo

09.09.11 Linda Hill, Marina Kenny

Louise Baker

Tuckshop Convenor

Balaclava School Dental Clinic

We would like to offer St Mary’s students in Years 8 to 10 a free dental examination and follow up treatment. A parent or guardian is required to attend the initial consultation.

To arrange an appointment, please phone the Balaclava School Dental Clinic.

If you have received a Medicare Teen Dental Voucher, please bring it to the appointment.

School Dental Team


Date Claimers16.09.11 Last Day of Term 3

17-30.09.11 Year 10 Italian Studies students Excursion to Italy

03.10.11 Start of Term 4

03.10.11 Board Meeting 7.00pm

07.10.11 20 Italian students visiting SMCC from Liceo Da Vinci School, Alba

10.10.11 Year 8 Sexuality Day

11.10.11 Year 9 Sexuality Day

17.10.11 STUDENT FREE DAY

18.10.11 P & F Meeting 7.30pm

21.10.11 Kathy Kelly Peace Activist – Years 11 and 12, P3 and P4

25.10.11 Presentation Night 6.30pm Cairns Civic Theatre

28.10.11 World Teachers Day

04.11.11 Year 10 Social

07.11.11 Board Meeting 7.00pm

07.11.11 Year 12 Block Exams commence

08.11.11 Casual Clothes Day – Christmas Appeal (St Vincent De Paul)

14.11.11 Year 11 Block Exams commence

15.11.11 P & F Meeting 7.30pm

17.11.11 Graduation Mass and Valedictory Dinner

22.11.11 Year 8 Orientation Day and Parent Information Sessions

25.11.11 Last Day for Years 8, 9, 10 & 11 Students