Monday 10 to Tuesday 11 June - Dalby Eisteddfod

Monday 10 to Friday 14 June - Year 10 Work Experience

Wednesday 12 June - Round 8 DD Rugby League @ Dalby League's Club

Friday 14 June - Prep to Year 4 Movie Night in the PAC 4.30 to 6.30pm

Wednesday 19 June - 5 to 11 years Inter-house Athletics Carnival

Thursday 20 to Friday 21 June - U12 to U18 years Athletics Carnival

Friday 21 June - LAST DAY FOR TERM 2

Enrolments for 2025 – Urgent

It is exciting to see the volume of enrolment applications for Prep and other year levels for 2025. Due to the volume of applications, it is likely that many 2025 classes will be at capacity after offers for enrolment are sent out next term. Once these year levels are at capacity, all subsequent applicants have the option of joining a waiting list.  This also applies to parents who already have siblings enrolled at the College, so please be sure to get your applications fully completed via the online enrolment form ASAP.  This is also important for those intending on starting at the College in Year 7.  I do not intend adding another class to our current two classes of Year 6.  This means there will be very few positions available for Year 7 in 2025.  This will be an ongoing trend into the future. Please ensure you reach out to any friends if this information is important to them. Final applications for classes with spaces available are due by 22 July 2024. 

Reporting & Learning Discussions

We are looking forward to the new ways of reporting student progress with parents, as well as following up with Learning Discussions in Week 10.  This is a big change to the existing processes and ways of working for teachers at OLSCC, and I highly value their commitment and dedication in implementing these changes in a short amount of time. Our intent is to make reporting more concise, more personal, and to ensure that you have the relevant knowledge to support your child in their journey in faith and knowledge. As I communicated to my teaching staff yesterday, the work in the classroom here is great, students have every opportunity to perform to their best standard, and the classroom environment is very conducive to learning. Our  teachers know the students and how they learn, as well as the curriculum and how to teach it. Because of this, I know that the teachers at OLSCC will thrive in this new environment as they familiarise themselves with new ways of working.  

When you arrive for your 'Learning Discussion', you can expect your child’s teacher to ask something along the lines of: “What is it you would like to discuss about Jason’s learning today?” Why are we starting like this?  Because parents usually attend these opportunities expecting to come away with a new piece of knowledge about their child as a learner, as well as something they can do to support their learning at home. We are increasing our value of this by adjusting to the new format. There may be some specific items that the teacher would like to raise as well, so teachers have been asked to ensure that there is adequate time for this two-way discussion.  Its important to note that we’re not going back to Parent Teacher Interviews here because no-one is being interviewed – it is an opportunity for dialogue between parent and teacher (with student optional) to align support for the student.

I look forward to this first step in our new reporting journey. You will be sent a link to give feedback on both reporting and the learning discussions in Week 10, and this feedback is what our future decisions will be responsive to. Thank you for the feedback leading to this trial, and we look forward to the ongoing feedback.  

Master Plan

Our architect from BOLD Architecture and Interior Design, Stewart Bagley, visited the College on Friday to take the College Leadership Team, College Advisory Council members and staff from Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office through initial thoughts regarding the new College Master Plan. It is exciting to see the conversation, feedback and ideas for the future leap off the page and transform into perspectives of the College in the future.  Much of the feedback and future needs of the College have been addressed in the first instance, though there are many adjustments yet to come. This is an exciting time for our College as we continue to expand to three classes per year level in the Early Years, and provide the best places of learning for our students across the whole College. 

St Joseph’s College School Review

Last week, I had the pleasure of being on the review panel for the Quadrennial School Review for St Joseph’s College in Toowoomba. While this does mean a week away from OLSCC, it is a wonderful learning experience and a genuine opportunity to see how another college in our system functions on a daily basis.  It is also a great opportunity to reflect on what we do here, why we do it, how we do it, and to challenge my existing ways of thinking. Of course, there’s also the chance to appreciate all we have at OLSCC, and consider the variance in context between the two colleges. I also trust that my input as a part of the review team will support St Joseph's College as it begins its journey in developing their strategic direction for the next 4 year cycle.

Darling Downs South East Queensland Football (Soccer)

On Monday, I was joined by some passionate community members and 35 OLSCC students at the Highfields Sport and Recreation Centre for the Darling Downs South East Queensland soccer finals, the first for many years.  We were one of 8 schools from the area who participated, and our students were an absolute delight on the day. The teams, all made up of boys and girls from Years 3-6, played against some formidable sides and represented our College extremely well.  We had wins and losses on the day and some teams made the final playoffs, though our focus was to participate, engage in a competitive standard of soccer and learn through sport.  A huge thanks to Steve Barwick, Nick & Candice Lloyd and Jo Cuskelly for coaching the teams at the event, as well as all the helpers who came along to enjoy the fog, wetness, cold and breeze that we were blessed with for most of the day! 

Peter Cuskelly

Principal

Next Wednesday we will celebrate School Officer Day which is our opportunity to celebrate the vital role support staff play in education and in our College.  Our School Officers support our staff and students in our grounds, in our classrooms, labs, library and tuckshop, in our administration and IT, in careers, and on the bus!  We would be lost without them and we value the huge part they play in our OLSCC family.  If you see one of our amazing School Officers please give them a big smile and big thanks for all they do!

Parent Portal

Now’s the time to check your Parent Portal.  This handy tool is where you can find news from the College, links to Tuckshop Flexischools, enter student absences and most importantly view your child’s Report Cards.  As mentioned previously, this year report cards will only be issued digitally via the Parent Portal App, paper copies will not be printed and distributed by the College.  If you need support with Sentral for Parents App – Parent Portal please contact the office ASAP so we can address this before Report Cards are published next week.

Report Cards

Our reporting trial is going well with teachers finalising their marking, putting the finishing touches on the Report Cards and looking forward to Week 10’s Learning Discussions.  Things will be different this semester as we are beginning a trial which will involve progressive changes to our ‘reporting’ processes. 

Report Cards will be different!  In what way:

• It will be delivered digitally only
• There will be only one comment on each report card. This is a general comment from one of your child’s core teachers.  This personalised comment focuses on your child as a learner. 
• Attendance Data included on the report will not only mention days absent it will include the attendance percentage for your child this semester.

There will be some things that do not change:

• Achievement grades given for each subject (Key Learning Area) on a five point scale (A-E)
• Application to Learning and Attitude to Learning grades given as an indication of engagement in learning (S+, S, S-)
• Cohort Distribution Data for all classes with 15 or more students.

Learning Discussions will be offered in Week 10 with your child’s teacher/s.

• 10 minute discussions will be for parents and teachers (students optional)
• Open Two-way Discussion - The first question the teachers will ask in this discussion is what you, the parent, would like to discuss about your child as a learner. This is to open the dialogue and ensure this is a ‘discussion’ not an ‘interview’.  This two-sided conversation is to discuss your learner’s progress so far this year and opportunities for growth. 
• Time has been allocated for all P-12 staff from 3:30-6:30pm on Tuesday of Week 10. Teachers will then allocate an additional hour around their own commitments throughout the week. These times will all be shown on the Parent Portal booking platform.

These discussions are not compulsory for parents and if you have been communicating with the teacher about your child’s progress, you may not feel it is necessary to attend. We have allocated particular times for the formal Learning Discussions.  For our teachers in Year 7-12, that teach multiple classes and students, we ask that you consider which teacher/s you wish to have discussion with and prioritise booking with them. A letter detailing bookings for these discussions will be sent via email to all families and posted on Parent Portal on Friday.  Bookings open on Monday Week 9 at 9:00am and will remain open until after you receive your digital copy of the report card.  Please be mindful that parents are encouraged to reach out to teacher/s to discuss your child’s progress throughout the year, and we encourage teachers to also reach out to parents.  

This trial is a time of change and readjustment for our staff and parents, and we thank our amazing community for their flexibility and willingness to embrace change and work towards a better way of reporting for all.  It is our aim in 2024 to continue gathering feedback and a digital form will be sent to parents in Week 10 to gather feedback on Report Cards and Learning Discussions while it is fresh in your minds.  Please take this opportunity to give feedback as it will help us throughout the trial to refine our practices.

PUPIL FREE DAYS IN TERM 3

There are three Pupil Free Days in Term 3 for staff professional development.  Please mark these on your calendars in preparation. 

Monday 8 July, Friday 26 July and Friday 30 August. 

OLSCC Outside School Hours Care will be available from 8:00am – 4:00pm on these days.  Bookings should be made directly with OSHC.

DATE CLAIMERS – Term 3 and beyond

8 July - Pupil Free Day

9 July – First day of Term 3

26 July - Pupil Free Day

30 August - Pupil Free Day

3 September – Our Lady of the Southern Cross Day Celebrations

13 September – Grandparent’s Day Celebrations & Last day of Term 3

30 September – First day of Term 4 (10 week term)

7 October – King’s Birthday holiday

21 October – 12 November – Year 12 External Exams

13 November – College Awards of Excellence Ceremony

15 November – Year 12 Graduation Mass

5 December – Early Years Nativity Play (during school day) and College Christmas Carols (Twilight evening)

6 December – last day of Term 4 (10 week term)

Cate Brennan

Deputy Principal Religious Education

A reading from the letter of St Paul to the Philippians 3:12-14 

Brothers and sisters: I have not yet reached my goal, and I am not perfect. But Christ has taken hold of me. So, I keep on running and struggling to take hold of the prize. My friends, I don’t feel that I have already arrived. But I forget what is behind, and I struggle for what is ahead. I run toward the goal, so that I can win the prize of being called to heaven. This is the prize that God offers because of what Jesus Christ has done. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. 

Paul’s testimony was about the way to perfection and his zeal to be perfected. He was explaining that the work of the Lord was not yet complete in him. He was still pursuing his goal, doing the work of the Lord, reaching upward toward the prize. He had a past of persecuting Christians, but he was able to leave the past behind. To focus on moving forward, reaching upward, toward the prize of heavenly life, striving for perfection to be more like Jesus. 

Our Heavenly Father, we are in awe of your love and forgiveness. 

We thank you for your Son Jesus.  

He was an example of perfection, who died for our redemption. 

Teach us to rely on You, to leave the past behind, and reach upward toward the goal of becoming more like Jesus. 

Like the magnolia blossoms are open and reaching upward toward the sun, let us be open-hearted and reach upward toward the prize God has provided through Christ Jesus. 

In Jesus’ holy name. 

Amen. 

Carey Twidale

Middle Leader Living Your Faith

Winning

We all love to win, or when we see people we know win, we all love to celebrate the best of results. We always aim high; that gives you a great launching pad.

The problem with focussing on the win or the result is that you can take your eye off the hard work and the next step and the process of putting in place all the training you have done.

This is why we talk so much about progress. Are we getting better, stronger, thinking more clearly, and predicting better results?

I am really encouraged by all our students who have shown progress and growth over the term – that is what learning is all about.

As we finalise report cards and head towards the end of term it is important that students disconnect and have a break, celebrate their success, then reset ready to win again in Semester 2.

QCAA Year 12 External Examination Timetable has been released!

Please refer here for the latest published QCAA External Examination timetable

QCAA external assessment timetable 2024

The external assessment timetable is designed to:

• minimise clashes for students across the examination period. Where there is a clash within a morning or afternoon session, students will be allocated to the alternative session on the same day
• ensure most students sit no more than two external assessments on one day
• provide sufficient breaks between external assessments for popular courses and frequently combined courses
• enable all external assessments to be marked in time for students to receive their final Year 12 results.

Uniform Term 2

A gentle reminder that going into Term 3, the expectations regarding the uniform will not change. We continue to emphasise with the students that the uniform is important in setting the tone for the College community. A student wearing the uniform correctly shows that they have pride in themselves and pride in the community they belong to. A school uniform reduces incidents of bullying and the stress of peer pressure as all students are the same. Uniforms do not distinguish between socio-economic backgrounds like free dress does.

The uniform also helps the students focus on their job at hand. They are students not fashion statements while at school. Wearing their uniform helps the student 'switch on' to student mode and it provides the students with a reminder of what the expectations of the College are and how they are supposed to behave and apply themselves to their learning.

A student wearing their uniform well in public shows they are proud of being a part of this community. When a member of the wider community sees a student who is proud of where they come from, it often reflects to the student in the way the member of the community interacts with them and their opinion of the school.

Year 11 Leadership camp

Over the past month, our Year 11 students have begun their leadership journey and are currently away participating in their leadership camp. The students are demonstrating an outstanding attitude and engaging with each other through a variety of different sessions. The group is focused on servant leaders' strengths and characteristics while developing skills to work as a team to achieve common goals.

They have the challenges of Emu Gully ahead of them as you read this newsletter. Our day on Friday at Emu Gully will push and test our students to focus on goals as they overcome physical and mental challenges that await them.

The Year 11 group is showing true potential as a strong leadership group, and we are excited to continue this journey with them over the next 18 months.

100 Days for Year 12

Last week we also celebrated the efforts of our Year 12 group marking the 100 days left point of their secondary education. With unit 3 assessment complete, students are now surging towards external exams and completion of unit 4 work.

We look forward to our students striving to achieve the best they can as we move towards the end of the year.

Toowoomba Catholic Schools Excellence Awards

A big CONGRATULATIONS! to Miss Kylie Purbrick and Mrs Simone Forbes for being selected as finalists for the TCS Excellence Awards in the areas of Excellence in Teaching and Learning – Secondary Expert Teacher (Miss Purbrick) and Excellence in Leadership – Middle Leadership (Mrs Forbes). This is great recognition of these two wonderful Senior Years staff. They are joined by Miss Emily Blair and Mrs Melita Dellit as finalists in their respective areas. The winners will be announced at the awards dinner Thursday 25 July.

Rodney Spain

Assistant Principal Senior Years

What if I don’t get it right?

When a child begins school for the very first time, they fearlessly take on challenges in the classroom, they are excited about their learning, and they learn very quickly that making mistakes is an important part of the learning process.

I am constantly reminded of this by my own children (Prep and Year 2). From spelling to maths, they bite off big chunks of learning and attempt to put it into practice completely free of any fear associated with getting it wrong. In early primary school, students quickly accept that we cannot get it right first time, every time, but by having a go we can get better at a particular skill. It very much is about the learning journey and not just a sole focus on the destination.

What happens to the fearlessness?

As their brain continues to mature, mainly through the Middle Years age bracket of 12 - 14, we see a shift in that fearless thinking. Up to the age of about 12, students think in very concrete ways. That is to say that thinking is very much based on what you can see, hear, feel, and experience in the here and now. It is very literal. Their reasoning focuses on the physical objects, immediate experiences, and exact interpretations of situations right before them.

In the early teenage years though, children begin to complete more complex thinking operations. Their thoughts shift to more abstract ponderings about possibilities. The great What if? starts to creep into their thinking. With this change, children begin forming their own opinions and ideas, and as many of you may have noticed, they more freely debate their thoughts and opinions. Frustratingly, it is often in direct opposition of their closest adults – parents and teachers. As hard as it is, this is not a new phenomenon – check out this quotation below:  

Check out this quote:

“The children now love luxury; they have bad manners, contempt for authority; they show disrespect for elders and love chatter in place of exercise.”

Apparently, this quote is attributed to Socrates (469-399 B.C.). It would seem that somethings may not have changed in quite some time. While it can be a challenge, we must always remember that this is a natural process of brain development. It is important that students go through this phase, and that they are adequately supported to that they come out the other side better for the experience, and with relationships intact.   

While it is important to remember that each child will develop at their own rate, they all go through similar processes of brain development. For some it takes longer to transition through this phase and others subconsciously cling to the more concrete thinking a little longer than some of their peers.

As student move in and through the Middle Years, it is natural for them to experience their fearlessness in the face of making mistakes shifting towards a somewhat paralysing fear of failure or ridicule. As they become more aware of possibilities and the world around them, they too become more likely to not even try just in case they fail. In reality, we often learn more from our mistakes than we do from our easy wins. As such, we should be encouraging our students and children to have a go and to embrace feedback as a great learning opportunity. 

Here are some tips for teachers and parents in supporting our young people while they transition through this challenging phase of their development:

• Talk it through
  Whenever your child shows a reluctance to begin or to try something, ask them what they are worried about. Give them a chance to share their thoughts. Talk about what is the worst thing that could happen – often they will catastrophise and will build things up in their minds and need someone to reassure them that it isn’t going to be as bad as that. Make the scary thing seem smaller, and reassure them that you will support them through it.
  
  
• Share your experiences
  Young people benefit from hearing how their trusted adults also struggled at times. They often think that we always have our ducks in a line because that is what we try to show them and the world. It is important that they hear about how we also have found things difficult and how through perseverance we can get through it. Help lighten their load by diffusing their worry.
  
  
• Resilience
  People often try to build resilience as if it is a a simple skill. In reality, resilience is only built through experience, through things not going to plan and having the resolve to try again. Making mistakes and learning from them helps build resilience. This will better prepare our young people for the challenges of later life. We have to let our kids try, we sometimes have to let them fail (in a safe way) so that they can learn from the mistake. Understanding that failure is not the worst thing in the world and that you can survive it gives children the confidence to tackle bigger things. Failure is not the enemy but failing to try is the enemy.

Student Awards – Learning Dispositions 

At our last Middle Years Assembly, we acknowledged the efforts of students who consistently have demonstrated the College’s Learning Dispositions – Optimism, Motivation, Persistence, Resilience, Curiosity, Independence, and Creativity. Well done to the following students:

Sophie McKelvie	5A	Persistence and Optimism
Henry Cassidy	5B	Curiosity
Sarah Hoppe	6A	Independence and Motivation
Hugo Fraser	6B	Optimism and Independence
Isla Sproxton	7A	Persistence
George Commens	7B	Independence and Persistence
Emily Smith	7C	Motivation and Persistence
Charlie Morris	8B	Persistence

Well done students.

Middle Years Classes

This week I was fortunately enough to visit some of the technology classes. Check out what the students have been up to:

Leadership Passport

If you child is looking for an Above and Beyond task for their leadership passport then there are some opportunities on offer in the coming weeks. Under 8s Day is one that provides students with the chance to help out where there is a need. We are also exploring some options with the PCYC that occur on weekends. If your child is needing to fulfil this part of their passport, please encourage them to touch base with a teacher at school. Some other opportunities have been emailed directly to their College account.

Craig Cullen

Assistant Principal Middle Years

On Saturday, 10 August, the Dalby Events Centre will come alive as Our Lady of the Southern Cross College Year 12 students host the inaugural ‘Our Ladies Long Lunch’.

This year any funds raised will ensure that students at Our Lady of the Southern Cross College will have access to women’s hygiene products and a contribution will be made to the Share the Dignity organisation. Share the Dignity believes that everyone deserves to be afforded the dignity so many of us take for granted.

Our vision is to make this inaugural event continue into the future as a Year 12 legacy!

For further information regarding Sponsorship, or Raffle Donation please contact the College Office or email dalby@twb.catholic.edu.au.

Watch this space for updates regarding the luncheon and when tickets will be on sale!

We are so excited to have Bella + Spice, Western Downs Traffic and Jo Cuskelly support us on this exciting adventure. Please support the businesses that are supporting us!

BELLA + SPICE – Tracey and Marissa were our very first sponsor for our inaugural event! Thank you ladies for supporting us!

Connect with Bella + Spice on Social (Facebook / Instagram)

On Wednesday, Year 12 Science in Practice, Year 12 Agriculture and Year 9 Agriculture students enjoyed a day out at Farmfest in Oakey. The students explored a wide range of exhibits, from farm machinery and livestock to delicious produce and artsy country vendors. The trip was a valuable learning experience that complemented the students' classroom studies as well as being lots of fun!

Name: Riley Kimpton 

Graduated from OLSCC: 2023 

What path have you taken in 2024? 
In 2024, I decided to defer my Bachelor of Primary Education at UniSQ and undergo a gap year in the UK working as a teaching assistant in a P-8 school in West Sussex called Dorset House School.

When did you start planning for this? 
Planning started early in 2023 when applying through a program called Letz Live, which enabled me to speak with schools across the UK about potential jobs. Throughout the year many interviews with Letz Live and schools abroad occurred, while also managing documents such as visas and references. 

How did you hear about this program?  
I heard of the program through friends early in 2023, which enabled me to prepare all the documents necessary before moving abroad. 

How did your time at OLSCC prepare you to take this step? 
My time at OLSCC prepared me thanks to holding the position of McAuley house captain which had me with young students and teachers in the preparation of sports events and different house events. OLSCC also prepared me by teaching me to be organised and work efficiently. 

Would you encourage others to follow this path and why? 
I would encourage those to follow a gap year especially if you are uncertain about what you may do in your future. A gap year allows you to continue learning and explore new opportunities and skills that may help in your decision. 

Darling Downs Rugby League Competition Results

Round 6

U13

Lockyer District SHS defeated OLSCC 38-4

U15

Lockyer District SHS defeated OLSCC 16-0

U18

OLSCC defeated Lockyer District SHS 10-4

Round 8

Wednesday 12 June

U13 vs St Mary’s in Dalby at 4pm

U15 vs Highfields SSC in Dalby at 5pm

U18 vs St Mary’s in Dalby at 6pm

Round 9

Wednesday 19 June

U15 vs Oakey SHS in Oakey at 5pm

Girls Rugby League

Bunya District Girls Rugby League Trials

Any girls turning 11 or 12 this year who would like to attend Bunya District U12 Rugby League Trials need to see Mr Lincoln. The trials will be held on Wednesday 10 July.

Darling Downs Girls Rugby League Trials

Any girls turning 13 or 14 this year who would like to attend Darling Downs Rugby League Trials need to see Mr Lincoln. The trials will be held in Toowoomba on Friday 19 July.

Girls Rugby Sevens

The Girls Rugby Sevens season will begin early next term. This will involve the QCIS Carnival and the Darling Downs Independent Schools Weekly Competition. Any girls in the Under 13, Under 15 and Under 18 Age Groups interested in playing need to sign up via the Sports Notice Board.

Vicki Wilson Cup Netball

Congratulation to all girls who competed at the Vicki Wilson Cup in Toowoomba. The Open Girls had a tough day in Division one against some well known netball schools. The Junior Girls team were made up of majority Year 7 Girls and had a successful day in division two and ended up winning the event. Thanks to Mrs Bennie and Miss Fry for coaching our teams and to Abby Zillman for umpiring. Game results are listed below.

Junior Division 2

Win vs Scots Warwick                11-6

Loss to Lockyer SHS                  11-9

Win vs Dalby SHS                     9-3

Loss to Centenary Heights SHS  11-6

Win vs Roma State College        11-4

Loss to Goondiwindi SHS           10-3

Win vs Chinchilla Christian         26-0

Semi Final

Win vs St Ursula’s

Final

Win on Forfeit 

Senior Division 1

Loss to Downlands College         27-5

Loss to St Joseph’s                    18-11

Loss to Fairholme College          27-12

Loss to Glennie                         16-15

Loss to St Ursula’s                     15-9

Loss to Goondiwindi SHS           20-12

QLD Schools Cup Volleyball

A fantastic weekend was had by the Year 8/9 Girls Volleyball Team at the QLD Intermediate Schools Cup Competition on the Gold Coast. Thanks to Mrs Sullivan for coaching the girls. Game results are listed below. A fantastic effort winning the silver medal in Division One, especially winning the semi final against Kelvin Grove SHS after defeating the College in an earlier round game.

Year 9 Girls Division 1

Pool B

Win vs QASMT                         2-1

Win vs Woodridge SHS              3-0

Loss to Kelvin Grove SHS          2-1

Repecharge Round

2^nd in Pool D vs 3^rd in Pool B

Win vs The Gap SHS                 2-0

Quarter Final

Win vs Beenleigh SHS               2-0

Semi Final

Win vs Kelvin Grove SHS           2-0

 Final

Loss to Holland Park SHS          2-0

Athletics Carnival

1500m Race Results

House Points

Rice                  125

McAuley            92

Nolan                83

MacKillop          79

Age Group Winners

U12 – Bella Cusack & Riley Burton

U13- Charlotte Colquhoun & Khoen Darr

U14- Molly Gibson & William Barwick

U15- Emmy Harms & Dylan Peach

U16 – Chloe Manteit & Jack Gibson

Open – Taylor Marshall & Tobin Smart

Under 10/11 Students who qualified to run the 1500m at the Bunya District Trials:

U10 – Justin Hemmings, Henry Cassidy, Sophie Lincoln, Isabel Barnett.

U11- Ace Utz, Mason Francis, Lucy Scott, Paityn Darr.

Inter-house Athletics Carnivals

The Under 5 to Under 11 Inter-house Athletics Carnival will be held next Wednesday 19 June. The Under 12-18 Carnival will be held on Thursday and Friday 20/21 June. The timetable for both days is attached to the newsletter. Students are able to wear house colours on all days they are competing. All relays, and gift races will be run as part of Our Lady of the Southern Cross Day celebrations on Monday 2 September. 

Catholic Schools Athletics Carnival

The Catholic Primary Schools Athletics Carnival will be on Friday 12 July at the O’Quinn Street Oval in Toowoomba. This will be for students in Years 3-6 only. The College Coach will transport students to the event.

Tim Lincoln

Middle Leader Sport

Aspire to Health

Students in Year 9 and 10 who are interested or curious about a career in the health industry attended an information day at the PCYC in Dalby on Wednesday 29 May. Aspire 2 Health was a fun and interactive event, including hands on activities that provided students with an insight into the day in the life of a health professional. Students learnt about a broad range of professions in the health industry. They were involved with activities that simulated the skills of different health professionals. The students also learnt about the pathways that can be taken to become a health professional. An informative and engaging day was had by all who attended this event.

Key Dates for 2024

10-14 June                 Yr 10               Work Experience

19 July                       Yr 9-12            Dalby Careers Expo

August                       Yr 12               ATAR Registration & QTAC Applications

2-4 September            Yr 12               Barista & RSA

9-10 September          Yr 10               Manual Handling & First Aid Course

11-13 September        Yr 10               Barista Course

17 October                 Yr 12                SBA/Traineeship Employer thank you lunch

Experience UQ Skills Day

Students in Years 9-12 who are interested in vocational education options are invited to attend the UQ Skills day on Friday 21 June. If you would like to take your child to this event, please see the details and registration link below.

Event details:

Transport: Parents are responsible for transporting their child and attending the day to supervise their child.

Empowering Women in Trades Three Day Workshops – Toowoomba

A three-day workshop for young women who are interested in a career in the trades will beheld in Toowoomba on 15-17 July. This is an opportunity to gain hands on experience, meet with trades people in the industry and gain an insight into pathways into the trades. If you are interested in a trade pathway, please see the link attached and sign up for this event. Form (hsforms.com)

University Open Days 2024

UniSC

Moreton Bay                                               21 July

Sunshine Coast                                         4 August

UniSC 2024 Open Days

UniSQ

Ipswich                                                      11 August                         10am-2pm

Springfield                                                 11 August                         10am-2pm

Toowoomba                                                18 August                         10am-2pm

UniSQ 2024 open days

Griffith University

Nathan Campus                                        11 August

Gold Coast                                                  11 August

Griffith University Open Day

QUT

Gardens Point & Kelvin Grove       28 July                           9am – 3pm

QUT Open Day

 UQ (University of Queensland) – registrations open in July

St Lucia Campus                                         4 August                              9am – 3pm       

Gatton Campus                                           18 August                           9am – 3pm

 UQ Open Days

Mr Dean Garside

Career Development Practitioner

Kaitlin Machin

FACE President

Vacation Care is available in the school holidays from 8am to 4pm and bookings are available now. If you would like vacation care for your child/children during the holidays, contact Bethany Nuttall, Coordinator at Our Lady of the Southern Cross Dalby OSHC. DALcare@tckc.qld.edu.au