YEAR 11
Leading The Way

Christina Borzi

Head of Year 11
cborzi1@cns.catholic.edu.au

YEAR 11 KEY INFORMATION: WEEK 6

Swimming Carnival - Leading the Way

As we head into the Swimming Carnival on Tuesday at Woree Pool, I would like to acknowledge the important role our Year 11 students play within the College. This year, our Year 11 theme is Leading the Way, and events such as the Swimming Carnival provide a valuable opportunity for students to demonstrate this through their attendance, conduct, and House spirit.

Showing up, supporting their peers, and engaging positively throughout the day reflects the leadership we encourage as students move into the senior years. I look forward to seeing our Year 11 students modelling pride, respect, and participation as they set the tone for the younger year levels.

Starting Each Day Well

As Year 11 students continue to establish strong senior school routines, punctual attendance at Pastoral Group each day is an important expectation. Pastoral Group provides time for key information to be shared, well-being check-ins to occur, and clear expectations to be set for the day ahead.

Monday mornings are Community Pastoral Group for Year 11, which helps set the tone for the week as a cohort. The remaining days focus on building consistency, connection and organisation.

We appreciate the continued support of families in ensuring students arrive on time, as this plays a key role in developing responsibility and supporting a settled, focused start to each school day.

Year 11 Mentors in Action

I would like to recognise the efforts of our Year 11 Mentors for the positive role they played at last week’s Year 7 Big Night Out. The mentors approached their responsibilities thoughtfully, contributing in the lead up to the event and on the night itself. Their support of younger students and willingness to take on responsibility reflect the positive example Year 11 continues to provide within the College community.

UNIFORM SCHEDULE: WEEK B

WHOLE-OF-COLLEGE NOTICES

School Fees and Levies - Term 1 2026

School fees and levies for Term 1 were issued on Wednesday, 18 February 2026. The due date for payment is Wednesday, 4 March 2026.

If you are a fee payer and have not received your statement, please contact the Accounts Team. The Accounts Team is also available to assist families in setting up an approved payment plan for those who are unable to pay the full amount by the due date.

Thank you.

Accounts Team

smw.accounts@cns.catholic.edu.au

Shoe Guide

At the College, students are required to adhere to the uniform and personal grooming guide. We want to support families, students, and teachers in understanding specific requirements, particularly for sports shoes. We know students are currently wearing shoes in the 'not suitable' section of the graphic below.

To provide clarity, we have listed the main shoes worn by students with their sports uniforms that require fixing and shoes must meet expectations for the start of Term 2. This provides you and your family time to make changes to comply with the uniform guideline outlined in the College Diary under Uniforms: Sport shoes - Low cut, supportive, lace-up, all-purpose shoes for running with a suitable grip. Colour scheme should be discreet. Skate shoes and other flat-soled shoes are not acceptable.

The shoes shown in the graphic below are examples we frequently see; they are not the ONLY shoes not permitted. If you are unsure of the correct shoes, please send a picture or ask your child to speak with the Head of Year for clarification. Uniform infringement consequences will come into play at the commencement of Term 2. We appreciate your support in making it very clear what we expect regarding appropriate footwear at the College.

The Tuckshop

The Tuckshop has advised that ordering for the Swimming Carnival on Tuesday will close on Monday at 5:00 pm. Please ensure all orders are placed before this time.

Commemoration Mass and Morning Tea

Sunday, March 8 2026, 10:00 am

We warmly invite you to join us for St Mary's Catholic College Commemoration Mass. This special occasion marks 40 years since the commemoration of the opening of the College. Following Mass, morning tea will be provided.

Please register via the following link: https://www.trybooking.com/DIYHJ

College 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.