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Dear Parents, Carers and Members of our College Community,
We have now completed our parent information evenings through TEAMs LIVE Events. This has not been the same as being able to meet with you and get to know you a little, or to be able to answer all your questions personally. I hope that we will be able to do this soon, but until then, please remember that you can always make contact with your child’s subject or pastoral teacher at any time. An email or a phone call can sometimes be all that is needed to sort out a situation or make a young person feel more comfortable in class and at school.
I want to spend a little time in this update to give you some information about ways to assist your child at home. This is not always easy, and most students are quite unique in the amount of assistance they require with either their work or their motivation or their organisation.
For younger students, the best place to complete homework is at the kitchen table. Even though they may have a desk or study space in their bedroom, most families lead very busy lives and being able to assist your child while completing the other tasks in the evening is always a bonus. Students in Year 7 and 8 might find the transition to secondary school challenging and knowing that you are involved with the work being completed as homework helps them make the transition. Your child might ask your ideas about a topic, might read some work out to you to see how it sounds, might share a mathematical problem with you to see if you are as smart as they are or might just like having you close by to keep them on track and on task. Distractions like mobile devices and the television are not helpful, but remember that mobile phone is in fact a small hard drive they carry around every day and can be very handy to check facts and spelling or settle arguments – Siri is always keen to give an answer!
As students progress through the year levels, they will need a place where they can give sustained focused attention to their work, and a study timetable, which they stick to and which allows them to have time for study, their part-time job and their interests, plus time spent with friends. In the latter years of secondary school, your assistance is probably more around making sure your child is getting proper food and enough sleep, plus keeping up with the demands of school—homework, assignments and study for exams or time spent at their school-based apprenticeship or traineeship. It can be difficult to manage everything, but keeping track of everything on a notice board or in a digital diary can make it easier and achievable.
Every youngster is different. Some cruise through school with few problems, while others need all our pooled resources to get to the end of Year 12, but are very proud of themselves when they do. As a College, we will do everything in our power to meet the needs of your child, in every class, every day and we hope to work closely with you, whatever pathway your child is on, to do their very best, while enjoying life along the way. We do our best work together, when we really know our learners, your children...our shared responsibility.
God Bless You,
Martina Millard
Principal
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Deputy Principal's Update
During the Christmas/New Year holidays, works were carried out to extend the drop and go zone in the College carpark, creating an additional eight spaces. The new area is circled in the photo above.
These spaces are marked ‘Pick Up and Drop Off Zone’ and are not for car parking.
During peak times, please queue through the newly sealed student car park (photo below) until a space becomes available in either of the drop-off/pick-up zones.
Please do NOT queue in front of the building site entrance (near the first roundabout—not pictured) as this will block truck movements.
Thank you for your cooperation,
Geoff Browne
Deputy Principal
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School Photos
Sibling Photos
Date: Friday 4 March—before school from 7:30am
Location: Doyle Centre
Students will not be called out of class for sibling photos. Students should go directly to the Doyle Centre with their siblings upon arrival at school.
Catch-Up Photos
Date: Friday 4 March—from 8:45am
Students should go to Pastoral first.
Uniform
- Formal uniform must be worn for all College photos.
- Boys in Year 10-12 are required to wear the school tie for photos.
- Please refer to the College Uniform Policy for expectations regarding hair, jewellery, and make-up.
Payment Method: Visa / Mastercard or PayPal
To avoid paying extra, please finalise your order by Friday 25 February
Any orders placed after this date will incur an $18.00 admin processing and handling fee
Photo delivery: Photos will be delivered to the school and distributed to students approximately 8 weeks from photo day.
Group photo format selected by school: Composite
- Photographers will be taking individual photos only. A composite group photo for pastoral groups will be available for purchase.
- The Year 12 whole cohort photo will be scheduled for later in the year.
You will need your student ID number to place an order. This has been emailed to parents on Thursday 3 and Wednesday 9 February.
Please contact Karen Harrison via kharrison@marymount.qld.edu.au if you have any queries regarding school photos.
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Calendar Dates
Week 05
Tuesday 22 February
PAT-R and PAT-M Testing
3:00pm-7:30pm Enrolment Interviews online
Wednesday 23 February
PAT-R and PAT-M Testing
POSTPONED: Year 12 Marine Science Camp (Heron Island)
Thursday 24 February
Year 7-10: House Sports
Year 11 & 12: No Sport (Mon A P5&6)
Week 06
Tuesday 1 March
Shrove Tuesday
Wednesday 2 March
Ash Wednesday
Thursday 3 March
Year 7-10: House Sports
Year 11 & 12: No Sport (Mon B P1&2)
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Assistant Principal Religious Education Update
May we all go safely into the term together next week and may our ever-present God protect each and every one of us. All classes paused for fifteen minutes on Monday last as we listened to a reading of National Apology to the Stolen Generations. This year is the fourteenth anniversary of this significant event in Australia’s history. Thank you to Mr Simon Rezo for reading the Apology, to Ms Deanne Seigle -Buyatt for the introduction and Marymount Mob student Windsor Hill for the Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners
Year 11 & 12 Retreats
As with so many people at this challenging time, here at school we adjust, alter, bend and flex to have as normal routines as possible. Amongst the postponements which had to happen was the Year 12 Retreat. This would have taken place in Week 2. A new date has not been made as we await government decisions that affect us. We look forward to being able to do this soon. Year 11 Retreat is still on the calendar for 26-28 May.
Year 10 Reflection Day
The Year 10 Reflection Day can go ahead as it does not involve an overnight stay. This will be held on 9 March at Bond University. This is always a most enjoyable, refreshing and worthwhile day for the students. Facilitated by Michael Fitzpatrick, this day provides them with a chance to reflect on where they are at in their lives right now, in their relationship with themselves, their families, their friends and with God. A parent message regarding the day will be sent in the coming week.
Lent
Lent is just around the corner and this means that we start to consider what this means for us. What will each of us do for Lent? Project Compassion challenges us to ask ourselves “What will I give up for Lent?” For many, it’s about not eating or drinking something they really like and the exercise of abstaining is good for the body and soul and can save a lot of money. Perhaps some of the money saved through abstaining can find its way to the Project Compassion Box.
Each PC class will have its own Project Compassion box and students and staff are encouraged to donate at least $1 per week. With all kinds of fundraising activities also going on through this time, we hope to be able to send Caritas a healthy cheque from the College Community.
Ash Wednesday
Fr Jack will conduct an Ashes Preparation Ritual on 28 February where last year’s palms will be burnt for the Parish Ash Wednesday Mass. A small group of students from the College and Primary School will attend the ritual which promises to be colourful and imaginative! Year 12 Student Leaders will attend the 7:30am Ash Wednesday Mass at Mary, Mother of Mercy Church, receive their ashes and bring the blessed ashes back to school. From there these will be distributed by class teachers in classrooms.
Shrove Tuesday
Pancakes, cooked and pre-packaged by the Hospitality students, the Interact group will take care of advertising and selling them at morning tea on Shrove Tuesday $2.00 for a two pancake serve. All proceeds to Project Compassion.
Dolores Maitland
APRE
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Pastoral Update
Understanding Adolescence
Adolescence is the transitional stage of development that is usually associated with the teenage years. In 2018, the Australian Curriculum Assessment Authority, redefined adolescence as affecting young people aged between 10-24 years. During this time, they experience rapid physical, cognitive and psychosocial growth which affects how teenagers feel, think, make decisions and interact with the world around them.
During adolescence, a child's brain can be considered as being “under-construction”. The rate at which this progresses will vary depending on the individual and also their gender. As a result, some parents may view adolescence as stressful or difficult. However, it does not need to be. Setting boundaries, implementing consistent monitoring and maintaining a strong and loving connection will help families adjust during this time.
It is also an important time to keep the communication lines open through clear and age-appropriate conversations. Speak openly about changes that they are experiencing and be conscious of their mental health as many of the conditions people confront in adulthood, can begin to manifest in adolescence.
In this edition of SchoolTV, adult carers can learn how to guide and best support their young person as they transition through adolescence. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this month’s edition, and we always welcome your feedback.
If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the school for further information or seek medical or professional help.
Vivian Savage
Assistant Principal Pastoral
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Homework Club
Our first Homework Club for 2022 was Thursday the 17 February 3:00-4:00pm.
Homework Club is held in the library every Thursday afternoon (except for the last week of each term). It is a great way for students to access support with their homework and assignments, access the library resources or just have a quiet place to work. Support and supervision is provided by the Support Teachers - Leigh Dornan, Maureen Lill, Lauren Mitchell and Sam McMenamin.
As the name suggests students participating in Homework Club need to be working on school work. Those who aren’t or do not have any work to complete will be asked to leave. All students are required to sign in when they arrive (no later than 3:15pm, students are not allowed to leave the campus and then return for Homework Club) and sign out when they leave. Younger Primary School siblings are not permitted to attend Homework Club.
All staff and students attending are required to wear a face mask.
If you have any questions about Homework Club please contact the Learning Support Department.
Lauren Mitchell
Inclusive Education Coordinator
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Guidance Counsellors
Partners in Parenting (PIP+)
Monash University and Prevention United are offering FREE access to the Partners in Parenting (PiP+) program. PiP+ is an award-winning, evidence-based online parenting program designed to empower parents to make sense of adolescence and raise their teenagers with confidence.
PiP+ includes features such as:
- A new module providing expert-endorsed information about parenting through the pandemic
- An online community with other parents of teens
- Personalised feedback about parenting, and the mental wellbeing of the parent and teenager
- 10 user friendly interactive online modules (15-25mins each) tailored for parents to do in their own time
- Be part of a world leading research project
PiP+ is aimed at parents or guardians of a teenager between the ages of 12-17 years.
More information is available at https://partnersinparenting.com.au
Email med-pip-plus@monash.edu Phone 0492 476 075
Click here for a full page or half page flyer.
Career Planning for Student on the Autism Spectrum
Career planning for students on the autism spectrum – a webinar for parents and carers
Wednesday 9 March 4.00pm
For 20 years, myfuture has been a trusted source of career information within the Australian education community providing content that is practical, targeted and developed by experts. As well as supporting students, teachers and career practitioners, myfuture provides tools and resources to help parents and carers support their child’s career exploration, engage them in career conversations, and raise awareness of post-school options.
In this Insights webinar, Associate Professor Marina Ciccarelli from Curtin University, and Cheryl Mangan from Autism CRC will provide information about the MyWay Employability evidence-based resources available to assist young people on the autism spectrum in transition planning, to build their employability, and maximise their potential.
Join us as the team from MyWay Employability discuss such topics as:
- Starting challenging conversations about the future
- Identifying personal strengths, interests, and sensory preferences to guide career exploration and work experiences
- Providing a just right challenge
- Building self-determination.
Register now for this free event
Cintia May
Guidance Counsellor
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Senior Curriculum
I hope you enjoyed watching our Year 11 and 12 presentations—either live or the recorded version available on the Parent Portal—and you found the information relevant. It was certainly a big learning curve for me talking to a camera compared to presenting to parents in the Doyle Centre!
Subject changes
Subject changes for Year 10 and Year 11 close today. Year 10 students may request changes at the end of Semester one in July and Year 11 students at the end of unit one in May. This ensures student can complete the teaching and learning requirements ready for assessment.
Assessment schedules
Assessment schedules have been updated for Term 1. The schedules are viewed via the parent and student portals and BCE Connect. Please ensure that your child has accessed their schedule and made note of all dates and deadlines.
Information sessions
If you couldn’t make the live events for Year 11 and 12, please access the videos from BCE Connect/Parent Portal under Documents > Parent Informantion Presentations. Next week we will upload a Year 10 information vide.
Special consideration and extensions
Students need to—in advance—apply in writing for either Special Consideration for exams or extensions for assignments if there are issues (medical and other) that will impede meeting these deadlines.
These forms will be available on the Parent Portal in hard copy at SAO.
- Year 10 special consideration
- Unit 1 & 2 special consideration
- Unit 3 & 4 special consideration
Have a great weekend!
Katrina Nicholson
Assistant Principal Senior Curriculum
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Junior Curriculum
 With the start of the new school year upon us, I would like to introduce myself; my name is Wes Guthrie, Assistant Principal Junior Curriculum.
This will be my third year teaching on the Gold Coast, after spending two years at St Joseph’s Coomera as Senior Curriculum Leader. After graduating from the University of Western Sydney, I began my career as the Sports Coordinator and high school HPE teacher at a Selective high school in South West Sydney. After completing my time in South West Sydney in 2011, I became the HPE Coordinator and then the Year 7-12 Curriculum Coordinator at Bethany Catholic College in Sydney for eight years. During this time, I also received my Master’s degree in educational leadership and Graduate Certificate in Religious Education. These years were very formative in my growth as an educator and provided a solid foundation of quality leadership in curriculum and a clear focus on pedagogy in the classroom. It is also during this time I was involved in Senior External Marking where I learnt vital skills in promoting student performance for students in Year 12. I have qualifications in high-performance coaching and have worked eight years as the Pathways Coach at NRL South Sydney Rabbitohs and I am currently the Head of Performance at Tweed Seagulls. My wife also teaches at the College and my two eldest children attend Marymount Primary. The warm welcome and sense of community at the College has been much appreciated. I look forward to participating in the Marymount Community whilst supporting and nurturing your child’s journey at Marymount College.
Electives
The processing of subject changes for Year 8 and 9 students has now been completed. Students will be provided with the opportunity to make changes to their electives in Semester 2.
Wes Guthrie
Assistant Principal Junior Curriculum
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Year 12 Update
Key Dates
- Friday 21 October—Year 12 Farewell Assembly
- 24 October-15 November—Year 12 External Exams
- Tuesday 15 November —Graduation Liturgy
- Thursday 17 November—Year 12 Formal
Back on campus
It has been wonderful to have the students back at school, and the energy and enthusiasm of the seniors was evident on their first day back. There are some very strong bonds amongst the seniors and we look forward to them galvanising further this year.
Jerseys
The Year 12s were welcomed back with the handing out of the senior jerseys. These jerseys are symbolic of their standing in the College and are always met with great excitement. After receiving permission to wear them on their first day, we remind students, parents and caregivers that from this point forward the jerseys are only to be worn on Thursdays with the sports uniform, or during designated exam block periods.
Expectations
Now that we are back, students are reminded to follow the expectations of the College with regards to their uniform, punctuality and conduct. The sooner the seniors can click back into ‘school mode’, the sooner they will be able to concentrate on their studies and enjoy their senior year. We thank parents and caregivers for encouraging their sons and daughters to adhere to the rules in place.
Valentine’s Day
The Year 12s were greeted on Monday morning with a little note of affection attached to their lockers courtesy of Ms Henttonen, with the assistance of some of our student leaders. Random acts of kindness like this allow people to know they are important and build connections among the cohort.
Traditionally we have had cupids delivering roses to students on this day, but with the delayed start to the year, the celebration of Valentine’s Day in this way has also been delayed. Students will still get the chance to purchase a chocolate rose to be delivered to the recipient of their choice, with all money raised to be donated to Caritas.
Matt Carroll and Sarah Henttonen
Head and Assistant Head of Year 12
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College Captains
Hi, my name is Lily Puffett and last year I was fortunate to achieve the position of School Captain for 2022. In my free time, I enjoy playing guitar and surfing with friends but over the years I have also come to enjoy getting amongst exciting opportunities at Marymount.
I started my journey at this school in Year 7 after moving from St Augustine’s Primary School. I found it to be a big adjustment as previously there were only 60 other kids in my grade. I struggled to talk to new people and to be confident in myself, but as the years went by, I slowly learnt to come out of my shell and decided to make it my mission to be inclusive and give others a warm welcome wherever I went.
Hi, my name is Nicholas Ranson, and along with Lily, I have been given the exciting opportunity of leading the school through 2022. I enjoy reading, surfing and relaxing with friends, although I have recently devoted most of my time to leadership and interact duties, and achieving highly in my scholastic subjects.
A student of Marymount since prep, I feel a deep connection to this school. Much like Lily, I have made it my mission to express love and compassion towards my peers and teachers. While I have received the honour of school captain this year, I feel no different in my drive to promote an inclusive, encouraging environment for our Marymount community.
We feel deeply honoured to be supported by our peers as Captain, and we know that the leadership team will make this year one to remember. The theme we created, Let Your Light Lead the Way and we believe this encapsulates what we want to achieve as a cohort. We want to inspire younger grades as well as the current Year 12s to find their passions, meet new people and to be confident in who they are.
In terms of what is currently underway, the leadership team has been busy organising our belated Valentine’s Day celebrations. Unfortunately, due to the delayed start to the year, Valentine’s Day roses could not be delivered on time, however, we will be selling chocolate roses in the P&F Courtyard and J&K block from Thursday 17 February. So, if you have a special someone or you want to treat yourself, come buy a chocolate rose and support Caritas Australia.
Overall, we want to wish everyone a safe and healthy start to the year. We know Covid has brought many challenges to the new Year 7s and the rest of the school, but we know that we can all get through it with the support of each other, our teachers and loved ones. If you ever see us around the school, don’t hesitate to come say hi as we would love to get to know more of you as the year goes on!
Kind Regards,
Lily Puffett and Nicholas Ranson
College Captains
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Year 11 Update
Key Dates
- 22 March & May 3 Parent Teacher Interviews 1:00pm-6:00pm
- 18-24 May Unit 1 Exams
- 25-27 May Year 11 Retreat
Cathy Cooper and Nigel Ward
Head and Assistant Head of Year 12
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Year 10 Update
Key Dates
- Wednesday 9 March—Year 10 Reflection Day
- Monday 13-Friday 17 June—Year 10 Exam Week
Welcome to all students and families in the Year 10 cohort for 2022! We have had an excellent start with students settling into their Pastoral groups, using our Year 10 area during break times, collecting their new laptops, and engaging well in lessons.
Please advise the school in the case of injury/illness or Covid protocols. Let us know of any concerns.
Reminders:
Students are reminded to:
- keep their mask on whilst moving to and from classes (except in the case of an exemption), as well as during break times when not seated or unable to maintain 1.5m distance
- keep their lockers locked, have locker combination saved (in case they forget)
- adhere to the uniform policy especially for jewellery, makeup and eyelashes/nails
- use of manners and politeness when addressing staff and students
Kevin Cornor and Belinda Faulks
Head and Assistant Head of Year 10
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Heads of Year 9 Welcome to parents
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Year 9 Update
Key Dates
- Monday 10-Friday 13 May—NAPLAN
- Friday 20 May—Year 9 Reflection Day (Bond Uni)
Nicky Browne and Matthew Geyer
Heads and Assistant Head of Year 9
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Year 8 Update
Key Dates
- Monday 6-Tuesday 7 June—Night of Living History
Welcome
After a delayed start to the year, the Year 8 team are happy to be back in person to kick off an exciting 2022.
Our cohort is growing, with 12 new students in Year 8 this year. It has been great to see the students making them feel welcome, taking them into their friendship groups and in general being supportive and helping where needed. As well as students, we have two new teachers joining our pastoral team. We welcome Mr Dominic Campbell for PI and Mrs Amanda Williams for PJ. Both have brought energy and a sense of community to our pastoral team.
STAC Nominations
As we start our pastoral lessons, the focus for the start of the year is on building up our leadership team. We have commenced our STAC nominations and over the next week, we will vote in our two STAC representatives as well as our pastoral leaders.
Class Matters
As mentioned earlier we started late, however, classes are on and we are making up for time missed. It’s important to see every student here, every day. Along with being present we also need to be organised. Every student needs to be taking and using their record book in classes. Parents and guardians should be actively asking to see their child’s record book to keep up to date on homework and communication from the class teacher. A very important tool that needs to be treated with respect.
Peter Carroll and Lauren Hutchinson
Head and Assistant Head of Year 8
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Year 7 Update
Key Dates
- Wednesday 30 March-Friday 1 April—Year 7 Camp
- Monday 10-Friday 13 May—NAPLAN
Matt Hurley and Samantha McMenamin
Head and Assistant Head of Year 7
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The Arts are Academically and Creatively Amazing at Marymount College!
Marymount College is recognised for the very high-quality Art subjects on offer for students each year and the Arts at Marymount are very much alive and vibrant!
The enormous positive impacts that participating in The Arts can have on students’ academic and non-academic success is evident at Marymount. We must congratulate our 2021 Year. 12 students of Dance, Drama, Film Television and New Media, Music, Music Extension and Visual Arts who achieved significantly outstanding high results both with internal and external assessments. As educators of Art subjects, we understand the rigour and great academic level of engagement combined with the freedom of creativity our students need to be successful.
As Head of Arts at Marymount College, I am proud Marymount College has invested in the five Arts subjects: Dance, Drama, Media Arts, Music and Visual Arts and the value they have to offer our students.
The Coordinators of each Arts subject are highly qualified and passionate teachers that provide our students authentic and valuable learning opportunities inside and outside of the classroom.
It gives me great pleasure to formally acknowledge these teachers and the hard work they have done and continue to do as we strive to provide your children with knowledge and skills that focus on educating the ‘whole’ student.
The Arts Department of Marymount College
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Throughout the year the Arts at Marymount College will be keeping you informed through the College Newsletter on the lifelong learning and inspiring teaching that is occurring in our classrooms, as well as profiling our teachers and comments from our students.
Marymount College- Where education in The Arts provide students with the attributes and skills, they need to prepare them for higher education, work and engagement in a complex and rapidly changing world.
Lorena Connor
Head of Arts
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Music and Instrumental Program
Instrumental teachers are currently teaching remotely, and enrolments are still being accepted for all instruments.
Ensemble rehearsals will commence upon their return to teaching on campus, and enrolments for Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Girls Choir, and Rock Bands are being accepted now.
Please complete the forms via the link below for more information and enrolment in tuition and ensemble sign up.
MARYMOUNT INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAM
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BHP Science and Engineering Awards – National Finalist
Lucy Cohen, 2021 Year 8 Overall Winner for the Marymount Science Project Night, went on to not only place first at State level for her Engineering Project Twin Fin Pull Buoy but also placed in the top 8 Engineering Projects nationally (against all year levels 7-12). Congratulations Lucy on your hard work, innovative idea and dedication to achieve this success.
Yvonne Crowley
Science Teacher
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Year 10 Science opportunity Australian Brain Bee Challenge
The Australian Brain Bee Challenge (ABBC) is a competition for high school students in Year 10 to learn about the brain and its functions, learn about neuroscience research, find out about careers in neuroscience and to dispel misconceptions about neurological and mental illnesses. There are three rounds to the Australian Brain Bee Challenge.
Round 1 (online quiz) is held during Brain Awareness Week. The learning content is a series of online modules about the brain and its function. Participating students will complete an online quiz in the last week of March to determine their knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of the brain. The online quiz is hosted on the Education Perfect testing platform. If a student does well on the quiz, they will then be invited to take part in Round 2.
Round 2 are the Regional Finals, held in each state in Australia and New Zealand. Students who achieve a high score in Round 1 are invited to attend a full day of activities at The University of QLD St Lucia campus. The exact timing of the day of activities will be determined by the Brain Bee Challenge state coordinators in the period between June – August.
On that day, as well as participating in two rounds of live questioning to determine who will become the state/region champion, students also have a day filled with activities to educate them about neuroscience and associated research. This may include lab tours, demonstrations, lectures, experiments, and the opportunity to speak to researchers. There is also a team competition on the day where schools compete against each other to win prizes for their school.
If successful there is then the Australian & International finals for Round 3.
If you would like more information or would like to register to be part of this competition, please email Mrs Baker Kristina.baker@marymount.qld.edu.au or see me in my office G105.
Kristina Baker
Head of Science
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Sport Report
Oceanic District & South Coast Regional Sport Trials
The following District sport trials are currently being advertised:
RUGBY 7's - 15-16yr Girls - Nominations Due 25 Feb
RUGBY LEAGUE - 14-15yr Boys - Nominations Due 25 Feb
RUGBY LEAGUE - 16-18yr Boys - Nominations Due 25 Feb
TOUCH FOOTBALL - 13-15yr Boys & Girls - Nominations Due 25 Feb
TOUCH FOOTBALL - 16-18yr Boys & Girls - Nominations Due 25 Feb
GOLF - 12-19yr Boys & Girls - Nominations Due 2 Mar
Students need to see Mr Balym in his office to register and collect more information if they wish to attend any trials.
All students need to check their emails and daily notices regularly to find out about the new trials when they become available.
Oceanic District Swimming Championships
On Thursday we had 25 students represent the College at the Oceanic District Swimming Championships held at the Somerset College pool. Our students competed against students from the large public schools in our district: PBC, Elanora, Miami, Varsity, Merrimac, Robina and Nerang State High Schools. They all gave their best on the day and represented the College with pride. A very successful day was had by 5 students who won their age champion awards, congratulations to: Ruby Walker (12yr Girls); Zahri Jarrett (13yr Girls); Anabelle Aulert (14yr Girls); Mikayla Bird (15r Girls); Cooper Lynch (16yr Boys). Congratulations also goes to Kai Allen (15yr Boys) and Caitlin Allred (17-19yr Girls) who both finished runners-up in their age championships. Along with the age champion winners, we won the Girls Champion School, placed 3rd in the Boys Champion School and won the Overall Champion School. It was a fantastic effort from all involved. Thank you to Mrs Maree Gibbs for her work as Team Manager.
We are still awaiting a full breakdown of the results to see how many of our students have qualified for the South Coast Regional Championships.
Outstanding Result
On Saturday 29 January, Caitlin Allred competed in the Australian Open Water Swimming Championships at Brighton Beach in Adelaide. In the gruelling 7.5km swim, Caitlin finished 3rd in the 17yr girls age group. Congratulations Caitlin on a wonderful achievement!
Athletics
Olivia Boulton (Year 8) just competed in a Regional Athletics (LAQ) event two weekends back and had a great competition. She placed 1st for the Region in her 1500m run, 2nd in the 800m run and 3rd in the Race Walk event for her age group. The region was from south of Brisbane to include Tweed Heads. Congratulations Olivia and good luck for the rest of the season!
Semester 1 Interschool Sport Trials
Our Semester 1 interschool sport program has been pushed back to start in Term 2, however, trials will happen towards the end of Term 1. Students need to make sure that they have checked the noticeboard outside SAO to see what sport their parents have selected for them. If students wish to change their sports choice, their parents need to email Mr Trent Balym (tbalym@marymount.qld.edu.au) to request the change by 4 March.
Please make sure your child has the correct mandatory equipment needed for their sports trials:
- Basketball: appropriate footwear (runners are fine)
- Indoor Cricket: appropriate footwear (runners are fine), groin protector, batting gloves
- Futsal: appropriate footwear (runners are fine), shin guards, long socks
- Netball: appropriate footwear (runners are fine), no jewellery, short fingernails
- Oztag: appropriate footwear (runners are fine if wearing football boots – must not have metal studs), Oztag shorts OR shorts with either no pockets or zippered pockets
- Soccer: appropriate footwear (runners are fine if wearing football boots – must not have metal studs), shin guards, long socks
- Tennis: appropriate footwear (runners are fine), tennis racquet
- Volleyball: appropriate footwear (runners are fine)
- Touch Football: appropriate footwear (runners are fine if wearing football boots – must not have metal studs)
House Spirit Trophy
The house spirit trophy sees students awarded points for their involvement on the sporting field, academic events, cultural events and their contribution to the College. At the end of Term 3, the house with the highest point score is awarded the trophy.
To date the scores are: 1st Bulimah 38; 2nd Allambee 33; 3rd Patanga 30; 4th Katandra 18.
So get involved in events around the school and earn some points for your house.
Gold Coast Suns Academy
Josie McCabe (Year 12) is a member of the under 18 girls Gold Coast Suns Academy team. On Saturday 12 February, her Suns team took on the Brisbane Lions under 18 Academy team in their very own Q Clash up at Yeronga. Josie played in the midfield for most of the game and was sent up forward on occasions to ‘rest’. In a tight battle, Josie’s Suns took the win 45 to 33, with Josie being named player’s player of the game by her teammates. Congratulations Josie on a great game and we look forward to watching you play for the school in the Q Cup next term!
Student Sporting Results
Any student who achieves outstanding results in any sporting field and wants to be acknowledged in the newsletter needs to make sure they let Mr Balym know about the results. This information can be emailed directly to Mr Balym: tbalym@marymount.qld.edu.au
Trent Balym
Sports Program Leader
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