Middle Senior School Communications, 26 October 2023

Term 4 - Week 4

OUTLINE OF NEXT WEEK
Monday: Year 12 QCAA Exams (23 Oct – 14 Nov)  
Thursday: CAPA Soiree / Sports Awards Evening 

KEY EVENTS THIS TERM 
27 Oct – World Teachers Day 
2 Nov - CAPA Soiree / Sports Awards Evening 
6 Nov – 10 Nov - Emu Gully Year 11 Camp / Y10 Work Experience 
14 Nov - 12 Hour Relay – Y12 
15 Nov - MSS Celebration Service 7-11 
17 Nov – Final Y12 Chapel / Valedictory and Graduation 
22 Nov – Calvary MSS Futsal Cup  
26 Nov - Carols @ Calvary – Springwood  
30 Nov - MSS Christmas Themed Free Dress Day 
01 Dec – Bounce Year 7-12 / Term 4 concludes 

Dear Parents and Carers

There is a lot of important information in this week’s communication that I would encourage parents to engage with. The term is moving very quickly with our Stage 6 (Year 11/12) classes starting next week and our events season about to start. On Thursday next week we have our CAPA Soiree and Sport Awards Night – a reminder to students attending those events that the CAPA Soiree will require formal uniform and the Sport Awards Night will be the relevant sport uniform.

A reminder to Year 8 parents to have a chat to your child about the Year 9 2024 Subject Selection options I sent out this week. 

Mr Josh Wilson
Head of Middle & Senior School & Innovative Learning Design

General Notices:

Uniforms

As communicated by our Principal and CEO, Mrs Cherylynne Gostelow on Monday, our uniforms are undergoing a refresh. To read about how your child’s uniform may change next year, please click on the following link where you will find a guide to the changes of uniform items for Middle and Senior School.

Principal Communications - 23 October 2023 

Mobile Phones

We kindly request your assistance in reminding our students to adhere to the school policy regarding the use of mobile phones during school hours. Mobile phones are to be kept in lockers if needed for texting parents or employees at break times, and arranging transport or payment at the Mango Cafe, but please remember that using bank cards is another convenient option. Mobile phones can be a significant distraction in the learning environment (and life in general) and having them accessible in lockers can serve as a temptation. We understand the importance of staying connected, but it would be greatly appreciated if, when possible, students could leave their mobile phones at home (even if they protest). This small adjustment can contribute to a more focused and productive academic environment for all students and help them engage with their peers during break times to build stronger connections. Thank you for helping us to shape healthy technology habits with our students as we seek to help them engage with both the academic and social aspects of life at the College. 

Interhouse Beach Volleyball Competition

In Week 7 of this term, we will be hosting an inter-house beach volleyball competition, with students competing for a voucher to the Mango Cafe. Students will form teams of 4-6 individuals from their respective houses and grades to compete on our Beach Sports Arena courts for the aforementioned prize (1 voucher per year level is available). We are eagerly anticipating the crowning of the winners for this competition, which is being hosted by our Stage 5 Leaders. Students interested in participating should read the communication in the Student Cafe or contact Mr. Arraiol for more details.

CAPA Soiree and Sports Awards Evening

If your child has taken part in any of our Netball, Futsal, Volleyball team competitions, or, if they play an instrument in a CAPA Ensemble group, they are invited to attend the upcoming CAPA Soiree which starts at 4:00pm followed by the Sports Awards we will have our Junior School Presentation from 6.00-6.30pm, and the MSS Presentation from 6:45-7:45pm. This event is designed for students and their families to celebrate the highlights of their achievements throughout the year. Please refer to the flyer in the events section for further details. 

End of Year Awards Service & Year 12 Valedictory

As the end of the year approaches, we take time to look back and celebrate the achievement and growth of our students in many different areas. If your child is receiving an award at any of these events, you will receive an email alerting you to this. Please refer to the events section in this communication for more information and use the QR Code on the poster for booking details.

Conclusion of Year 9 & Year 12 Laptop Program

Below is essential information concerning the Year 9 and Year 12 laptop program, which concludes at the end of Term 4. We appreciate your student's involvement and your support. As the agreement concludes, you have two available options please complete the online form below by Friday 10 November 2023 (Week 6). 

The Athlete's Foot - Supporting Calvary

The Athlete’s Foot Capalaba, Carindale and Mt Gravatt will donate $5 from every pair of shoes purchased
from any of our 3 stores back to Calvary Christian College. Simply mention 'Calvary Christian College' at the time of purchasefor the sale to be counted towards the Schools tally. School rewards applies for every pair of shoes purchased, across the complete in-store range of adults and/or kids sports, school, work and casual shoes.

Mango CAFE Specials for Week 5

Upcoming Events

We have a number of new events happening during Term 4. Please click on the link to go to our Events Page or register below: https://www.calvarycc.qld.edu.au/events/

Calvary Blog

Calvary TV

Please see the link to some of our College's Highlights for 2023: 

https://www.calvarycc.qld.edu.au/calvary-tv/2023/

Calvary Carols

Preparations are currently underway for our Real Life Church & Calvary Carols evening, Sunday 26 November, at the Springwood Campus.

Bring your camping chairs, order your picnic box and prepare to sing along as the combined Calvary/RLCC band perform our favourite carols, taking us through the message of the birth of Jesus. Bring friends or extended family and enjoy a great night together as we move into the Christmas season.

Along with our numerous musical performances during the evening we will have a Drama Production.  The CAPA team are looking for any Prep to Year 12 students who would be interested in being part of this production for the carols.  This is an opportunity for students not already performing in the carols.  If your child is interested in doing this, please click on the link to register your child's interest.   Link to EOI Drama

Volunteering opportunities

We would love some support from our community. If you have time available, please register via the link to the volunteer portal. We appreciate your help!!  volunteersignup.org/THETB