YEAR 8
Building Strong Connections
Mrs Christina Borzi
Head of Year 8
YEAR 8 KEY INFORMATION: WEEK 5
Year 8 Collective Shout Sessions
As part of our ongoing commitment to student well-being and respectful relationships, Year 8 students will participate in the Collective Shout sessions next week. These sessions are designed to challenge some of the harmful messages young people are exposed to through the media and online platforms. Delivered respectfully and age-appropriate, the presentations encourage students to reflect critically, clarify their values, and build empathy as they navigate adolescence.
Year 8 Camp Preparation – Tent Practice and Device Reminder
In preparation for the upcoming Year 8 Camp, students will participate in a tent assembly and dismantling session during Sport on Tuesday of Week 5 (May 20). Students who have nominated that they will supply a tent for their group are asked to bring their tent to school on this day for the practice session. As part of our planning arrangements, we also wish to remind families that mobile phones are not permitted on camp. Due to the island location, limited storage options, and the fact that staff will also be camping, we strongly recommend that devices be left at home. Thank you for your support in ensuring a smooth and positive camp experience for all students.
Year 8 Geography Excursion – Holloways Beach
As part of their Geography assessment, Year 8 students will participate in a fieldwork excursion to Holloways Beach on Wednesday, 28 May. This experience supports their study of coastal landscapes and will involve data collection through observation and field sketches.
Students will travel during school hours (9:00 am–12:30 pm) and are required to wear their formal uniform with their College hat. They should also bring a water bottle, a pencil case, and a non-perishable snack. Sunscreen will be provided.
School bags and phones will remain at school unless prior approval is arranged for medical reasons. If you have any concerns, please contact your child’s Humanities teacher or the Head of Humanities.
Uniform Schedule: Week 5
WHOLE-OF-COLLEGE NOTICES:
Term 2 School Fees and Levies
The school fees and levies for Term 2 were emailed to all account holders in Week 3.
Full payment is due by Wednesday, 21 May. If you are unable to pay in full by the due date, please contact the Accounts Team to arrange an approved payment plan with the College.
You're Invited to Our Open Evening!
We warmly invite our current families to join us for Open Evening — a valuable opportunity to deepen your understanding of the learning and co-curricular opportunities available to your child. Hear an update from Principal Kerry Manders, connect with your child’s PG Mentor and subject teachers, sample the home-cooked snacks in the Green Leaf Café and explore the spaces where learning comes to life!
You’ll also have the opportunity to provide feedback or ask questions directly to the College Leadership Team. For catering purposes, please be sure to register!
All families are warmly invited to join us in celebrating Reconciliation Week at our Reconciliation Week Assembly & Morning Tea!
Please refer to the invitation below for event details. To confirm your attendance, please click here: https://bit.ly/ReconciliationWeekAssembly
Free Family Connect Event: Growing Up Online
Family Connect proudly presents: 'Growing Up Online ', aspecial Parents and Carers Only event facilitated by guest presenter Susan McLean, Australia’s leading expert in cyber safety — also known as the ‘Cyber Cop’.
Please join us at this free event for an informative and engaging session on navigating the online world with your child. Further information regarding the session can be downloaded here: Session Overview. Additionally, to view a range of Cyber Safety videos presented by Susan McLean, please CLICK HERE.
To confirm your attendance at this event, please click the link in the flyer below:
CSPQ-Diocese of Cairns Parent Engagement Mini Conference
Saturday, 31 May 2025, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, St Augustine's College
All Catholic school parents, carers, principals, and staff are warmly invited to a free event focused on supporting student learning and well-being. Enjoy complimentary morning tea and lunch while gaining valuable insights. You're welcome to attend the entire day or join the sessions that best suit your schedule. The event is open to families with children from Prep to Year 12.
Register here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/cspq-miniconf2025-cns
Feedback Surveys will be conducted during Weeks 6-8 of Term 2, May 26 – June 13, to enable the analysis of results to be incorporated into the school's annual planning processes.
All parents and staff will be invited by email from CES to complete the survey, and all students in Years 5, 6, 8, and 11. We estimate that the survey will take up to 20 minutes to complete. All surveys are anonymised in the Survey Manager system, with email reminders sent weekly to non-respondents. Please don't share your survey link - families, staff, and students must access it in their email.
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.
Enjoy your weekend; we look forward to welcoming students back to the College on Monday!
Ms Leah McBryde - Assistant Principal - Junior Secondary (Years 7 to 9)
On behalf of the College Leadership Team
College Leadership Team
