COLLEGE 

UPDATE

We were fortunate to welcome Melinda and Daniel from Collective Shout to the College to speak with our Parents, Staff and Year 9 students about pornography and the impacts on young people. The information presented was confronting, however, necessary to challenge the culture our young men and women are exposed to. We hope this has been beneficial for everyone. Please encourage your young person to reach out for support at the College if necessary.  

Well done to all of our runners who represented St Mary's and the Trinity Coast South team at the Peninsula Cross Country Trials in Yungaburra. We have loved seeing your hard work in training pay-off!

This Thursday, we open our College up to the community for our annual Open Evening. We have lots of sensational students ushering, performing and showcasing the many opportunities available at St Mary's. This event is open to all families, current and potential. This is a terrific opportunity to come along and see what has been happening in our community and the opportunities available to all students at our College.  

We are currently seeking volunteers to assist in our College Tuckshop. If you have capacity to assist, and are interested in volunteering, please contact the College office. 

We are officially halfway through the term! This means every student is now preparing for assessment. Please take a moment to check the assessment calendars with your child and spend some time reflecting on their past study successes. As always, please reach out to the College if you would like any additional hints and tips around effective study routines.

Wednesday, 22 May: Australia's Biggest Morning Tea

We are once again hosting our annual Cancer Council's 'Biggest Morning Tea' for staff and students. 

If you have the capacity to do so, please encourage your child to purchase a 'Biggest Morning Tea' Entry Token for $5.00. This will provide them with entry to the Morning Tea, where they will enjoy a variety of sweet and savoury delights! 

Every Entry Token sold will be donated directly to the Cancer Council, raising much-needed funds for vital cancer research, support services, prevention programs, and advocacy.

Entry Tokens can be purchased at lunchtime from the Cancer Council stand, situated at the main staff room. Cash or debit card accepted.

If you would like to donate, please scan the QR  below or visit:http://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/.../biggest-morning...

Wednesday 22 May, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm: FREE PARENT WEBINAR! 

We are excited to announce that Elevate Education will be hosting its next parent webinar, this time focused on exam preparation.Elevate works with our students, delivering high-impact workshops on study skills, motivation, well-being, and exam preparation. By tuning into their webinar series, you’ll learn how you can help support your child at home by reinforcing the skills they’re learning at school. 

Don't miss out - register now! 

https://go.elevateeducation.com/auschoolwebinars

Thursday, 23 May: Open Evening

On Thursday, 23 May, we will host our annual College Open Evening. 

Current families are encouraged to attend this event as it is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the vast array of opportunities available to St Mary's students. It is also an opportunity to chat with your child's teachers and visit the learning environments your child attends, day-to-day. 

TO CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE, PLEASE BOOK YOUR FREE TICKETS NOW: 

https://bit.ly/STMARYS_OPEN_EVENING

Week 7

Friday, 31 May: Family Connect Bingo Event

RSVPs CLOSE TONIGHT, PLEASE REGISTER NOW!

The St Mary’s Family Connect (AKA the PnF!) invites College families to their upcoming, all-ages Bingo event! This will be a great opportunity for students and their parents/carers to meet other families from our College Community while enjoying a few rounds of casual Bingo. Nibbles and drinks are provided, along with prizes for the winners!

To confirm your attendance, please book your FREE ticket before Friday, 17 May using the following link:https://bit.ly/StMarysFamilyConnectBingoEvent

A gold coin donation would be greatly appreciated upon arrival.