YEAR 10

 Planning Your Journey

Sophie McQueen  

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

YEAR 10 KEY INFORMATION: WEEK 4

Academic Assembly - Congratulations

On Tuesday, we recognised and celebrated the academic success of our students across Semester 1, 2026. Congratulations to the many Year 10 students who were presented with an Academic Award. Their hard work, dedication and consistent effort have contributed to this well-deserved recognition. 

This achievement is particularly significant as this supports their subject choices for Senior courses for 2027.

Year 11 Mentor Applications - Looking Ahead

Year 11 Mentor application forms for 2027 will be distributed towards the end of the term. Students are encouraged to begin reflecting on their community involvement, leadership skills and how they model our College values. 

We strongly encourage students to continue engaging in community activities, wearing their uniform with pride and building positive connections with the younger cohorts. St Mary’s Day is approaching and will provide a great opportunity for students to demonstrate their leadership and involvement within our College community.

E-Bike/ E-Scooter Safety - Police Presentation

On Wednesday, students will have the opportunity to attend a presentation from the Queensland Police Service about E-Bike and E-Scooter safety and rules. 

As many of our students will soon turn 16, this is vital information to support their safety and ensure they understand their responsibilities when riding E-Bikes and E-Scooters.  

Careers

For further information and to register your interest click here: 2026 Cairns Maritime Jobs and Careers Expo.

Australian Defence Force Academy - Open Day

ADFA is holding its annual Open Day on Saturday 15 August, from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, with the option of virtual, online attendance. Please see the following link to register your interest: 2026 ADFA Open Day

Felicity Earl, Careers Counsellor  fearl@cns.catholic.edu.au

UNIFORM SCHEDULE: WEEK 4

WHOLE-OF-COLLEGE NOTICES

School Fees and Levies - Term 3, 2026 

School fees and levies for Term 3 were issued via email on Monday, 27 July 2026. The due date for payment is Wednesday, 10 August 2026. 

Please contact the Accounts Team if you are a fee payer and you have not received a copy of your emailed statement.  

The Accounts Team is also available to assist families who may wish to set up an approved payment plan, if full payment by the due date is not possible. 

For all enquiries, please contact us at smw.accounts@cns.catholic.edu.au.

Thank you, 

Accounts Team 

https://clarkeandprince.com.au/

https://stratforddelicatering.com.au/

https://www.harleyseducational.com.au/

https://www.cairnsluxurycoaches.com.au/

https://www.airfirst.com.au/

KEY DATES 

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

COLLEGE WEBSITE - For the latest information and guidance relevant to both staff and families, please refer regularly to our St Mary's Catholic College Website.

Tina Nguyen-Hales

Assistant Principal 

Senior Secondary (Years 10 to 12) 

tnguyenhal@cns.catholic.edu.au

On behalf of the College Leadership Team

College Leadership Team