YEAR 12 FAMILIES

SENIOR BADGES

It was lovely to see our Year 12 Leaders receive their senior badges with such pride! I would like to congratulate them all for an excellent start to 2024; they have responded positively to our new policies and are showing great role-model behaviour to our younger cohorts.

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING:

Last week in Social Emotional Learning (SEL), our students learned about the consequences of sleep deprivation. Quality sleep enhances brain function, mood, and overall health. By helping our students grasp the effects of sleep deprivation, we empower them to make better-informed decisions regarding their sleep habits. This week, students will be working on a sleep plan they can use to help regulate their sleep during stressful times of the term. 

MONDAY/TUESDAY:

SCHOOL PHOTOS

SIBLING PHOTOS MUST BE ORDERED TODAY! 

ALL PHOTOS ARE TO BE ORDERED ONLINE: www.nqsp.com.au

PLEASE USE CODE 9EKK5W5M. 

School Photos will take place this week. Below are the days required for each year level. All students are required to wear their best formal uniform to school meeting the correct uniform, jewellery and personal grooming requirements. This means limited jewellery and earrings, coloured school hair clips and ribbons and appropriate hairstyles. Students who do not meet these requirements will be addressed by the Head of Year. 

Monday: Year 7, 8, 9, 12 and sibling photos. 

Tuesday: Year 10, 11 and absent students.

TUESDAY:

Activity: Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast

Time: From 7:00am

Location: Between B&D Blocks

Invited Audience: Parents/Carers and students are all welcome. 

Price: FREE, although a gold coin donation would be greatly appreciated. 

Description: This week, we acknowledge and celebrate Shrove Tuesday in the Liturgical calendar. This is in recognition of removing all sweet treats from our pantries in preparation for the Lenton season. Pancakes will be available before school. Any donations for Caritas are most welcome! Please encourage your child to come in for some breakfast and conversation!

WEDNESDAY: 

Activity: Ash Wednesday Liturgy

Time: 8:45am

Location: Hugh O'Brian Centre

Invited Audience: Parents/Carers are welcome to attend. 

Description: This week, we recognise Ash Wednesday. This is the commencement of the Lenton season where we take time to make sacrifices, look for acts of kindness or support, and raise funds for Caritas Australia in connection to the Catholic Church. To acknowledge Jesus’ sacrifice the tuckshop will not serve meat on Wednesday as a sacrifice for this liturgical event. 

TERM 1: WEEK 5: ELEVATE EDUCATION SEMINAR

Activity: Elevate Education Parent/Carer Seminar

Date: Monday, 19 February 2024

Time: 5:30pm

Invited Audience: Parents/Carers of students in Years 10, 11 and 12. 

RSVP: Parents/Carers will be emailed directions on how to register, this week.  

Description: On Monday, 19 February, we will welcome the 'Elevate Education' team to St Mary's to host our annual parent seminar. This seminar will assist with  identifying ways to support your child with their senior study at home. 

For more information please click the following link: Elevate Parent Seminar. 

To further support our 12s, we have invited them to an 'Ace your Exams' session to enhance their skills prior to their final exams later this year. This workshop will provide further tips and advice from last year’s workshops. Please encourage students to register, especially if they are ATAR eligible. 

TERM 3: WEEK 10: Year 12 CELEBRATION DINNER

Activity: Year 12 Celebration Dinner

Date: Friday, 13 September, 2024

Time: To Be Confirmed. 

Location: Hugh O'Brien Centre

Invited Audience: Parents/Carers of Year 12 Students

Please be reminded, this is a formal College event; plunging necklines and thigh slits are not appropriate for this occasion. If there are any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to email me. 

LABEL BELONGINGS:

Even though your child is nearly a fully fledged adult, please ensure they continue to label their belongings. Items such as drink bottles, lunch boxes, and hats are easily returned if they have your child’s name on them. 

CONCERNS: 

If you have any concerns with your child’s well-being, please do not hesitate to initially contact their Pastoral Mentor.