YEAR 12
Leaving A Legacy

Andy Winter

Head of Year 12
awinter@cns.catholic.edu.au

YEAR 12 KEY INFORMATION: WEEK 10

Athletics Carnival - Last one!

As the Year 12 cohort approaches the end of their schooling journey, this year’s Athletics Carnival holds special significance as it will be their final carnival. We encourage students to embrace the day, compete to the best of their ability, and create lasting memories with their peers.

Student Car Parking

Unfortunately, there have been several instances in which students have parked vehicles across the driveways of residences surrounding the College, preventing residents from accessing their vehicles. Parking across driveways is illegal. While we have been able to identify the vehicles before they have been towed, this is unacceptable and must not continue.

Celebration Dinner

We are excited to announce that tickets for the Year 12 Celebration Dinner will go on sale at the beginning of Term 3.

Our Year 12 students are already looking forward to what promises to be a wonderful evening, marking this important milestone in their schooling journey. The dinner will provide an opportunity for students and their families to come together and celebrate their achievements in a special and memorable way.

Please note the following important details regarding ticket sales and the event:

Date: Thursday, 17 September (Final week of school for Term 3).
There is a strict allocation of three (3) tickets per family: One ticket for the Year 12 student, and up to two tickets for parents/carers.
Student attendance at the Celebration Dinner: Celebrating as part of the St Mary’s community and the Year 12 Class of 2026 is an important milestone for students. However, it is important to note that our school expectations regarding attendance and behaviour are key considerations in attending the Celebration Dinner. We want all students to attend and celebrate this milestone; however, it is expected that they meet the broader expectations of their schooling. The Assistant Principal – Senior Secondary will be in contact to communicate any progress or adjustments required in these areas.

Further details regarding the Celebration Dinner, uniform/grooming expectations and allowances, and attendance in the final week of school will be communicated next term. Thank you for your continued support as we prepare to celebrate our Year 12 students and their achievements.

Careers - JCU Heroes in Veterinary Science

Applications for JCU Heroes in Veterinary Science are now open to students in Years 10, 11 & 12.

When: Tuesday 11 August 2026

Where: JCU Townsville (travel subsidies may apply - see below)

Applications close: 11:59 pm Tuesday 30 June 2026

This full-day experience offers students a unique insight into careers in animal health and welfare. Students will hear from JCU academics and current students, explore JCU’s Veterinary and Emergency Centre and Hospital, and gain perspectives from industry experts in veterinary science. It’s a hands-on, behind-the-scenes opportunity to discover what it’s really like to work in the veterinary science field.

Travel subsidies are available to students accepted into the program who need to travel more than 300km to JCU Townsville. JCU encourages all Year 10, 11, and 12 students in Central, North, and Far North Queensland who are interested in a career in veterinary science to apply.

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

UNIFORM SCHEDULE: WEEK 10

WHOLE-OF-COLLEGE NOTICES

How to Order

Please complete thepre-order form and make payment at the Uniform Shop (located next to the Tuckshop), which is open Tuesday to Friday, 8:00 am–8:45 am.

When ordering, please include:

Name of the student or family member collecting the order
Quantity required
Shirt size(s)

Orders close: Friday 19 June (Term 2, Week 9). Payment must be received by the end of Term 2.

For any enquiries, please contact Ms Tamara or Mrs O’Grady at aogrady@cns.catholic.edu.au.

Thank you for supporting this special NAIDOC initiative and celebrating First Nations culture within our College community.

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/

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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.