Principal Learning

Earlier this week all Principals in the Diocese travelled to Cunnamulla for the termly Leadership Forum, where Toowoomba Catholic Schools Leadership Staff join with Principals in learning and collaboration.  It is during these weeks where we gain greater insight into the future trajectory of the Diocese, as well as provide support and feedback so that the needs of students, community and staff can be more readily heard and met.  There are many exciting initiatives within our Diocese to further develop the capability of staff, as well as new methods from 2024 which will give OLSCC greater authority for the allocation of funds to best meet the needs of our community.  We also dedicated a full day to working with Australian Catholic University staff on Exploring the human community in Catholic education.  I am also excited to become part of the Principal Wellbeing Project in order to enhance healthy choices so I can perform my best as principal and family man.  It was also a privilege to spend some time on the Warrego River, meeting the local community and enjoying some good old fashioned outback hospitality 

Fundamental Expectations

Recently there has been much discussion regarding the eligibility criteria that students must meet to participate in camps and extra-curricular activities.  The fundamental expectations for all who choose to be part of the OLSCC community are as follows:

• Contribute financially – fees are required to make our funding comparable to state school funding, they are not an “extra” or “bonus”.  By enrolling in a Diocesan Catholic school, you are committing to paying fees so that the College can provide the level of education that we budget for.  If you have trouble paying your fees, please contact the Business Manager. 
• Consistently attend school as well as engage in the learning and life of the College. Attendance under 93% (for any reason) means that there will be gaps in learning. Attendance under 85% (which is 30 days absent per year!!!!) means the gaps in learning will be huge.  Learning comes first. 
• Maintain appropriate behaviour – a positive school culture is dependent on every student playing their part.  Those with good behaviour, that is consistent and reliable, will be able to access all activities.

Reminder on Enrolment for 2023

The Assistant Principals are very busy interviewing and filling places for the 2023 academic year.  Please be mindful and communicate with friends that many year levels are now full and future applications for these year levels will be placed on a waiting list.  Most importantly, the best way to guarantee a spot for a child’s high school education at OLSCC is to enrol them in Prep, or Year 5 at the latest.  

ICAS Maths

Early next week a notice will be emailed to parents of Year 2-11 students regarding the optional engagement in ICAS Maths Assessments.  This will be on a user pays system where parents can nominate their child to complete the assessment and see how they perform against students from across the Australia.  More information next week!

Peter Cuskelly

Principal