YEAR 10
Planning Your Journey

Sophie McQueen

Head of Year 10 smcqueen1 @cns.catholic.edu.au

YEAR 10 KEY INFORMATION: WEEK 9

Year 10 Retreat – Term 3, Week 2 (Genazzano)

Information and the parent consent form for the Year 10 Retreat were sent to families last week. To ensure the smooth organisation of catering, accommodation, and student wellbeing needs, we ask that all responses be completed as soon as possible. It is especially important that all medical conditions and dietary requirements are clearly communicated.

Could you please ensure that this is done over the next few days? Thank you for your assistance.

Please note that the Retreat is a compulsory component of the Year 10 program. Should you have any concerns or questions, we encourage you to contact us.

Retreat Groups

Group 1

10CA2, 10HE2, 10HU2, 10MU2

Monday 20 July – Wednesday 22 July

Group 2

10CA1, 10HE1, 10HU1, 10MU1

Wednesday 22 July – Friday 24 July

Students have submitted their rooming preferences to assist with planning. We encourage families to discuss these arrangements with their child. If you have any concerns regarding room allocations or other aspects of the Retreat, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Careers - Aspire to Teach Program

This week, students will be provided with information about the Aspire to Teach Program that will run during Semester 2 sport for those who are interested in a career in Education. Catholic Education Cairns has partnered with James Cook University to create the Aspire to Teach Program, which encourages senior students to consider a career in teaching. The program forms part of Catholic Education Cairns' commitment to helping address the national teacher shortage at a local level.

Students who are interested have been invited to register their interest with Mr Cahill by Friday, 19 June.

UNIFORM SCHEDULE: WEEK 9

WHOLE-OF-COLLEGE NOTICES

New E-Bike & E-Scooter Laws from 1 July 2026

If you ride an e-bike, e-scooter, e-skateboard or e-unicycle, important new Queensland laws come into effect from 1 July 2026.

Key changes include:

✅ New speed limits on footpaths and when passing pedestrians

✅ Increased penalties for unsafe riding

✅ Police powers to seize illegal devices used in public places

✅ Stricter requirements for legal e-bikes and personal mobility devices

✅ Continued focus on helmet use, mobile phone restrictions and drink-riding laws

These changes are designed to improve safety for riders, pedestrians and all road users. Parents and students are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the new rules before the school holidays.

📖 For full details and to check whether your device complies with the new laws, visit: https://streetsmarts.initiatives.qld.gov.au/e-bikes-e-scooters/

State of Origin Shirt Day

State of Origin Shirt Day is being held to celebrate State of Origin and raise money for the Cancer Council. Staff and students are invited to take part, and everyone is encouraged to get involved.

Those participating are required to bring a gold coin donation, which will be collected by Pastoral Mentors during Pastoral Group (in plastic envelopes in roll folders).

So grab a coin and:

Wear a blue or maroon shirt with your sports uniform (SMCC uniform shorts/shoes/socks/hat)
Follow all usual grooming expectations (hair, jewellery, etc.)

Students who do not meet these expectations will be required to change into their correct school uniform for the day: this may mean students are sent home to change.

General Expectations

Clothing must be sun-safe and modest. Shirts must have sleeves and cover the midriff (e.g. no singlets or crop tops).
Pyjama tops are not appropriate for school.
Clothing with inappropriate slogans or images, or that mocks or demeans others, is not permitted.
Students who choose to wear their school uniform must wear it correctly and in full. Mixing formal uniform with team colour items is not permitted.

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Download MyCE Mobile App and jump on board!

A new version of the MyCE Mobile App is arriving in June, with new features to make it easier to stay connected. We would love you to download and log in to the app as our Parent Portal is being retired on June 30, 2026. To avoid missing important updates, please update your app and turn on notifications.

KEY DATES

Please note that all key dates are listed in the College Calendar. This can be accessed via the MyCE Parent App and synced with your personal calendar.