YEAR 9
Growing Together
Mrs Sophie McQueen
Head of Year 9 smcqueen1@cns.catholic.edu.au
YEAR 9 KEY INFORMATION: WEEK 8
Exploring Servant Leadership
This week, our Year 9 cohort engaged in meaningful discussions around the concept of Servant Leadership, aiming to deepen their understanding of what it means to lead with empathy, integrity, and a commitment to others. Over the coming weeks, we will focus on developing the key skills that will empower our students to become servant leaders within our school and broader community.
Junior Leaders for 2026
We have commenced the process for selecting our Junior Leaders for 2026. Students have received the application form via email, and printed copies are available at Student Reception. We are excited to read submissions, which are due by the end of Week 2, Term 4.
Balancing Screen Time and Success
Additionally, we would like to highlight the potential impact of social media and excessive gaming on student well-being and academic performance. As we approach a critical period of assessment, students must prioritise both their health and their studies. We encourage you to have open conversations at home about healthy digital habits. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns or would like support.
Assessment Period
With assessment tasks due across a range of subjects in the coming weeks, Year 9 students are encouraged to stay organised and make the most of their study time. Families are welcome to refer to the Year 9 Term 3 Assessment Plannerto help support their child with upcoming deadlines. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the relevant subject teachers.
Uniform Schedule: Week 8
WHOLE-OF-COLLEGE NOTICES
Order your Extra-Curricular Group Photos
To order extra-curricular group photos taken on 18 and 19 August, please visit www.nqsp.com.au and use the Shoot Key: WSDP5W8Y.
Online ordering will remain open for 3 weeks.
College Board – Expressions Of Interest
Have you ever thought about being more involved in the life of our College? We’re currently inviting expressions of interest from parents and carers who’d like to join our College Board in 2026. It’s a great way to contribute your ideas, support our students and staff, and help shape our school’s direction. If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, we’d love to hear from you!
Please feel free to get in touch smw.principal@cns.catholic.edu.au for more information or to submit your expression of interest by Friday, 12 September.
You can also find more details via this link: A guide to Catholic College Boards in the Diocese of Cairns
Father's Day Assembly
Tuesday, 2 September, 9:30 am for a 9:45 am start
Please register via the following link by Sunday, 31 August: bit.ly/FathersDayAssembly2025
R U OK? DAY Breakfast and 'Dress in Yellow' Day
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.
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.
Ms Leah McBryde - Assistant Principal - Junior Secondary (Years 7 to 9)
On behalf of the College Leadership Team
College Leadership Team
