Secondary News

Mrs. Lakshmi Mohan - Deputy Principal

Years 7 to 12 Academic Assembly

On Tuesday, 20 July, we came together as a Learning Community to acknowledge and celebrate outstanding academic achievements in Semester 1. 89 students across Years 7 to 12 were acknowledged and congratulated for the demonstration of high academic standards. This year saw a significant increase in the number of students receiving academic awards, which is a testament to the hard work put in by our students. 

Years 7 to 12 Interhouse Athletics Carnival

On Wednesday, 20 July, staff and students across Years 7 to 12 attended the Secondary Interhouse Athletics Carnival at the University of Queensland Sport Athletic Centre. House Spirit was high, and students braved cold and windy weather conditions to enthusiastically represent their Houses in all events and House “War Cries”.

Staff Achievement

On Saturday, 16 July, our Head of Business, Entrepreneurship and Performance, Mrs. Chantal Carter, presented at the BEA (Business Educator’s Australasia) National Conference, held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Mrs. Carter showcased our school’s cross-curricular business venture. The story of implementation was shared with teachers from across Australia and information and advice given on how to run a business venture in schools. Participants were taken on the ‘Clayfield Journey’, from seed stage to market day, and gained an overview on how to plan and trouble shoot a business venture, with the aim to equip students with 21st-century learning skills such as collaboration, problem-solving, critical and creative thinking.

Student Achievement

Congratulations to Year 12 student, Olivia Chan, for her successful completion of the first-year law subject ‘Introduction to Law ‘at QUT through their START QUT program. Olivia completed the unit whilst balancing her school workload and commitments in Semester 1. She is to be commended for her achievement of a Credit in the subject. Well done, Olivia!

 

Staffing News

Mrs. Meegan McLoughlin has accepted a position as Head of House at Mary MacKillop College and will finish at Clayfield College at the end of Week 5, Term 3. We congratulate Mrs. McLoughlin on this appointment. Mrs. McLoughlin has been a member of the Clayfield teaching staff for 13 years, and as she moves on to the next phase in her career journey, we wish her the very best in her future endeavours. I particularly thank Meegan for her contribution to Careers at Clayfield, and we look forward to her ongoing association with the College as an Old Collegian. Staff and students will have the opportunity to farewell Mrs. McLoughlin in the coming weeks. 

 

The College will take this opportunity to review the role of Head of Careers and Pathways to ensure it provides students and families with the best opportunity to make informed subject and career choices. A concurrent recruitment process will commence for this leadership role which oversees careers and pathways at Clayfield College. Mrs. McLoughlin will also be available for a comprehensive handover to ensure a seamless transition for students and families. 

 

Maintaining continuity of learning for all students under our care is our key priority. Ms. Jo Knight, previous Clayfield College Head of Department and relief staff member, will continue to guide students and parents with post-school pathway conversations. Ms. Knight has 24 years of experience working in Independent Schools in Brisbane. During her time at Clayfield, she undertook acting positions as Head of Gibson House and Head of Vocational Education. She was also the Head of Business for ten years. Ms. Knight left Clayfield at the end of 2019 and has been doing supply teaching since then.

Stem Opportunity

Thinking about a career in Medicine, Law or Business? 

Studying Technology or Engineering at school will enable you to face the future within these industries fearlessly.

Parents, carers and students in Years 5 to 12 are warmly invited to attend Fearless Future with Technology and Engineering — a night of insight into how to maximise career opportunities in the future and understand how the skills gained in technology and engineering are all pervasive across all careers paths and industries.

 

Who:               Parents, carers and students in Years 5 to 12 

Date:               Thursday 28 July

Time:               3:15 pm to 6:00 pm       Workshops for Years 5 and 6 students

                          6:00 pm to 7:30 pm       Main Event

Venue:             Harker Auditorium, Valmai Pidgeon Performing Arts Centre (VPAC)             

                           Somerville House

RSVP:               5:00 pm Friday 22 July 

Enquiries:      Please email any enquiries to Education Consultant STEM

                          Mrs. Cynthia Nolan via cnolan@somerville.qld.edu.au

 

We will hear from the medical industry with Keynote speaker, Alastair SharmanChief Digital Officer from the Mater Hospital, along with perspectives shared from the world of finance, business and law. A relatively recently graduated Somerville House Old Girl will share her early career journey and how technology is playing a bigger role than she ever anticipated.  There will be the opportunity to have one-to-one discussions with industry and university professionals, including QUT, UQ, Cisco, BDO and Women in Engineering, about specific career paths and opportunities related to technology and engineering. Students in Years 5 and 6 will participate in workshops by Micromelon, where they will learn how to program robots and participant in dance-offs.  

Afternoon tea is provided before the event and dessert after.

 

Please note the following:

  • This event is free of charge
  • There is limited parking in the VPAC and Foundation building through Gates 1 and 6. 

CASE Space School Expedition 2023

The Clayfield College is excited to announce our participation in CASE Space School Expedition 2023. All Clayfield College students are invited to join CASE Junior Space School or CASE Senior Space School and visit NASA in the USA! 

 

The space industry is the most stimulating environment to showcase the impact of STEAM and innovation in our world and inspire students in the pursuit of STEAM studies. 

This is a wonderful opportunity for all students to learn beyond the classroom and be inspired by the opportunities that lie ahead! 

 

Information Evening

6:00 pm, Wednesday 27 July 2022, online via Zoom

Case Junior Space School    Years 6 - 8      6:00 pm

Case Senior Space School    Years 9 - 11    7:30 pm

For more information and to RSVP to the Information Evening, click on the below button.

Years 6 - 8
Years 9 - 11
Years 6 - 8
Years 9 - 11

House Events

Join us on Sunday 14 August for the Campbell, Radcliffe, Youngman or the Ashburn House event.  For more information and to book, visit the 'College Events' page.

Date Claimers

Monday 25 July 6:30 pm:  QTAC presentation to Year 12s