YEAR 12 

Year 12 Key Information

THIS WEEK: 2

• Alumni jackets will be offered to students who wish to obtain one to commemorate their time at St Mary’s College. To register their interest, a form has been shared with the cohort, due next week (Week 3). This is a gift from the College, so there will be no additional cost.

NEXT WEEK: 3

• On Monday, Seniors will play St Mary's staff in a netball match to celebrate Catholic Education Week. We look forward to this exciting challenge!
   
•  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 12 students who will receive this award!  
   
• JCU has an Open Day on Saturday, 27 July. If your child will be attending, please ensure registration has been completed. I recommend that students continue looking at courses and pathways for next year. It is also an excellent opportunity to ask for scholarships and grants. Reminder: QTAC applications open on Thursday, August 1. Mrs Ambrose can offer support if required with this process.

Sophie McQueen

Head of Year 12

Phone: (07) 4044 4200

Email: smcqueen1@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

Justin Brennan

Assistant Principal | Senior Secondary 10-12

Phone: (07) 4044 4200

Email: jbrennan2@cns.catholic.edu.au

Website: www.smcc.qld.edu.au