YEAR 8 

 Building Strong  Connections

Mrs Christina Borzi 

Head of Year 8

cborzi1@cns.catholic.edu.au 

YEAR 8 KEY INFORMATION: WEEK 3

Year 8 Camp – Tent Group Nominations 

Tent group nominations for the upcoming Year 8 Camp have commenced. Students have been organising their tent groups of up to four and recording their names on the posters displayed outside Student Reception. They also selected their preferred hat size (XS, S/M, or L/XL) as part of their camp preparations. It has been great to see students getting ready for what promises to be a memorable camp experience. 

Year 8 Camp – Snorkel and Mask Reminder 

As part of the upcoming Year 8 Camp, all students are required to bring their own snorkel and mask, as outlined in the camp permission slip. Families are encouraged to organise these items early to ensure they are ready for camp. 

Report Reflections and Goal Setting 

In the coming week, Year 8 students will commence reflecting on their Term 1 report cards and setting goals for the term ahead. This process is designed to encourage students to take ownership of their learning, celebrate successes, and identify areas for growth. Their reflections will also build on the valuable conversations held during last week's Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences. 

Uniform Schedule: Week 3

WHOLE-OF-COLLEGE NOTICES: 

Monday - Labour Day Public Holiday

Enjoy another long weekend! We look forward to seeing students on Tuesday. 

Term 2 Assessment Planners

Term 2 Assessment Planners can now be downloaded via the College Website, MyCE App or Parent Portal. This is a critically important resource that will assist with setting students up for success in Term 2. 

Mother's Day Assembly 

Please join us on Tuesday morning as we recognise and celebrate mothers, carers and other special women in our students' lives. Following the Assembly, morning tea will be provided at Green Leaf Café.

Please RSVP via the following link:https://bit.ly/MothersDayAssembly2025

Free Family Connect Event - Please RSVP to Confirm your Attendance:  CLICK HERE

Download Session Overview Here

Term 2 School Fees and Levies

The school fees and levies for Term 2 will be emailed to all account holders in Week 3, from Wednesday, 7 May.

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.

Premier's Reading Challenge 2025

Students in Years 7 to 9 are invited to take part in the 2025 Premier’s Reading Challenge, which begins on Tuesday, May 6 and runs through to Friday, August 22.

To get involved, students can collect a Reader Tally Sheet from the library. Once they’ve read the required 15 books, they simply return the completed sheet to the library for official submission to the Premier.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, discover new authors, and celebrate the joy of reading. Happy reading!

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

KEY DATES - Please note the College Calendar can also be accessed via the MyCE Parent App and can sync with your personal calendar. 

Enjoy your weekend; we look forward to welcoming students back to the College on Tuesday!

Ms Leah McBryde - Assistant Principal - Junior Secondary (Years 7 to 9) 

lmcbryde@cns.catholic.edu.au

On behalf of the College Leadership Team

College Leadership Team