YEAR 10
Planning Your Journey

Sophie McQueen

Head of Year 10 smcqueen1 @cns.catholic.edu.au

YEAR 10 KEY INFORMATION: WEEK 6

It was wonderful to see so many of our Year 10 students actively involved in supporting our Open Evening. Their leadership, enthusiasm, and willingness to assist did not go unnoticed, and they represented the College with pride.

Looking ahead, information regarding our upcoming Year 10 Retreat will be shared in the coming weeks. Please also note that we are organising a comprehensive alternative program, including visits to JCU and TAFE. These experiences will play an important role in helping students make informed decisions about their Senior subject selections and future pathways.

Absences

While we recognise the importance of family time, absences during term can impact student learning and continuity. If a planned absence is unavoidable, we kindly ask that you inform me in advance via email. This allows us to consider appropriate support.

Please note that staff are not required to provide work or additional catch-up sessions during periods of absence; it is the student’s responsibility to liaise with teachers and catch up on missed content upon their return.

Careers

Supporting your Child's Career Thinking

As a parent or carer, you have more influence over your child's career thinking than you might realise. Learn about some easy, practical steps to have great conversations and help guide your child as they explore future pathways: How you shape your child’s career thinking.

JCU Unmasking the ATAR System

Get the most out of Years 11 and 12 with a clear understanding of how senior schooling, ATAR and university entry really work.

The Unmasking the ATAR Webinar breaks down the university admissions process in a practical, easy-to-understand way. Whether you’re choosing subjects, planning your pathway after school, or trying to make sense of ATAR calculations, this session will give you the confidence and clarity to make informed decisions for the future: JCU Unmasking the ATAR system

Ergon Energy Trade-Based Work Experience Opportunity

Energy Queensland (Ergon Energy Network and Energex) offers trade-based work experience placements for high school students currently in Years 10, 11 or 12, as well as students completing a relevant course through TAFE: Ergon Energy Trade Based Work Experience Opportunity.

📅Applications close: 7 June 2026

🔧Placement dates: 31 August- 27 November 2026

Ergon Energy Apprenticeship Program

Students interested in apprenticeship pathways are encouraged to attend the upcoming Ergon Energy Apprenticeship Program Information Sessions to learn more about career opportunities within the industry: Ergon Energy Apprenticeship Program Information Sessions.

Hastings Deering Apprenticeships - 2027

Applications are now open for 2027 apprenticeship opportunities with Hastings Deering. Students interested in trade and industry pathways are encouraged to explore this exciting opportunity.

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

UNIFORM SCHEDULE: WEEK 6

WHOLE-OF-COLLEGE NOTICES

School Fees and Levies - Term 2, 2026

School fees and levies for Term 2 were issued via email on Wednesday, 6 May 2026. The due date for payment was Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

Please contact the Accounts Team to set up an approved payment plan if you were unable to pay in full by the due date. Thank you to those families that have paid in full or already have an approved payment plan.

For all enquiries, please contact us at smw.accounts@cns.catholic.edu.au.

Thank you,

Accounts Team

Feedback Survey

The Feedback Survey is an important opportunity to gather valuable insights that help inform and strengthen practices across both the College and wider system. Survey outcomes are also reported in broad terms as part of our annual reporting requirements to government. The survey link will be emailed to all parents/carers on 25 May 2026.

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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.