YEAR 9

Year 9 Key Information

THIS WEEK: 2

• During our Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lesson this week, students completed their report card trackers. Students reflected on their successes and identified areas for improvement. The report card tracker is useful for engaging in conversations about future pathways and assisting with subject selection.  

NEXT WEEK: 3

•  Next week, at Assembly on Tuesday, we will celebrate students across the College who achieved Academic Excellence in Semester 1. We are very proud of the hard work, perseverance, and grit shown by our Year 9 students who will receive this award!  
   
• Subject selection for Year 10 will take place in Weeks 4 and 5, and it is important that students make an informed decision regarding their choices and pathways with their parents/carers. Students are encouraged to refer to the subject handbook available on the College website and engage in conversations with teachers. If students or their families have any questions or concerns about subject selection, don't hesitate to get in touch with the relevant Head of Department.     

Andrew Winter

Head of Year 9

Phone: (07) 4044 4200

Email: awinter@cns.catholic.edu.au

Website: www.smcc.qld.edu.au

Whole of College Key Information

• Congratulations to all our Students across the College who participated in the Cairns Marathon Festival last weekend. It was wonderful to see so many students participating and volunteering at aid stations and the finish line.  
   
• Catholic Education Week kicks off this coming Sunday (21 July). This is an important week in our College calendar, where we celebrate all things Catholic Education. We look forward to the many activities planned throughout the week, which are detailed below in the Whole of College section below. 
   
• Next week, at Assembly on Tuesday, we will celebrate students across the College who achieved Academic Excellence in Semester 1. 
   
• We are currently reflecting on Semester 1 Report Cards with all students. Parents/carers are encouraged to assist in this reflection process, acknowledging and celebrating success and discussing opportunities for further growth. Should you have concerns regarding your child's report card, we encourage you to contact the classroom teacher for support.  

Week 3 Uniform Schedule & Reminders

Free Dress Day: Friday 

This Free Dress Day is a way to celebrate and contribute to the Catholic Mission fundraiser. This year’s theme is 'Favorite Movie Characters.' 

On Free Dress Day, students may come to school out of uniform for a $2.00 fee. Pastoral Mentors will collect the money during PG or Community PG. 

The Free Dress Day Attire Expectations are outlined below; students who do not meet these expectations will be sent home to change into their formal uniform.

All attire must meet the following expectations: 

• Sun-safe and modest clothing is non-negotiable. This means that shirts must have sleeves and sit below the accompanying skirt/shorts (e.g. no singlets or exposed midriff shirts.)
• Wearing clothing that features inappropriate slogans/images or mocks/demeans others is not acceptable.  
• Shorts, skirts and dresses must be of an appropriate length (e.g. Mid-thigh or longer.)
• All shoes must be a lace-up runner/school shoe style. 
• Students who elect to wear their school uniform on the day must wear it completely and correctly. Mixing in free items (including hair accessories and jewellery) is not permitted.

Catholic Education Week

Looking Ahead

Leah McBryde 

Assistant Principal | Junior Secondary 7-9

Phone: (07) 4044 4200

Email: lmcbryde@cns.catholic.edu.au 

Website: www.smcc.qld.edu.au