Coming Up Week 10
As the term draws to a close, I take the opportunity to reflect on what has been an action packed 10 weeks. Here’s some highlights I really enjoyed.
- Watching our choir and musicians perform at the Syndey Opera House.
- Saturday sport, especially the inaugural season of Rugby League which we hosted every week.
- A fabulous Year 11 Semi Formal at Victoria Park, what a night!
- Winning the AIC Golf Championship.
- The marvelous Book Fair culminated in a wonderfully creative Junior Book Week Assembly and Parade.
- The installation of our New College Captains Ted, Francis and Patrick. They’ll do great things in 2025.
- Our best QLD Catholic School Music Festival performance as a College.
- A warm and friendly Father and Son twilight event for Year 7 students.
I know you could nominate many more highlights of your own. They signal the diversity of opportunity for ATC students, and their amazing attitudes and talents. Well done to everyone for a wonderful term and thank you to the staff who cultivate these opportunities.
Next week is not the time to cut corners. With examinations, assessments and feedback ahead I urge students to maintain their academic discipline right up to Friday 13 September when we finish with our end of term liturgy. This can be difficult, but patience will bring rewards. Encourage your son to identify when he is quick to cut corners. Ask him to consider what he is striving for academically and help him to respond with the goal in mind.
Junior School looks forward to their Athletics Gala Day next Friday after it was postponed earlier in the term. It will be a lovely way to finish the term as a community. Year 4 are also looking forward to their Fayre on Thursday. Details of both events are located in the year level notices on the app.
Temporary Full Closure of Walter Taylor Bridge
As part of Brisbane City Council’s maintenance program, we they ads doing essential road resurfacing, concrete repairs and other general maintenance to the Walter Taylor Bridge Indooroopilly from 13-30 September. Our community may see disruptions to road, rail and bus services during the holidays. If you want more information please check the BCC website.
Co-Curricular Photos | Tue 1 October
Please see the below information and attached Photo Schedule regarding Co-Curricular Photos taking place Tuesday 1 October.
Sport:
- First & Open Teams (Basketball, Football, Rugby Union, Rugby League, Touch Football, Tennis, Track & Field and Indoor Cricket) - Full First/Open Uniform (This includes socks and hats where relevant)
- AIC Track & Field Athletes should wear PE shorts, socks, sport shoes and their long sleeved Track & Field shirts.
- All other teams - (Basketball, Football, Rugby Union, Rugby League, Touch Football, Tennis and Indoor Cricket) - PE Uniform
Students who do not comply with the ATC Uniform, Hair & Grooming Policy or are not in correct uniform risk not being allowed in photos.
KEY DATES
Monday 9 September | Exam Period
Tuesday 10 September | Exam Period
Wednesday 11 September | Exam Period
Thursday 12 September | Year 4 Charity Fayre
Thursday 12 September | Exam Period
Friday 13 September | Junior School Gala Day
Friday 13 September | Last Day of Term 3 - Students finish at 3pm
PRINCIPAL'S BLOG
Checking in - R U OK? We join school communities throughout the nation in focusing on the priority of child safeguarding, protection and well-being this week. Follow the link below to read Monday's blog from Chris Ryan.
JUNIOR SCHOOL NEWS
Junior School
Year 4 Charity Fayre: Boys in Years 5 & 6 are encouraged to bring gold and silver coins to support this event, which will be held during the second break on Thursday, September 12. Our Year 4s have organised some wonderful games and activities with all money raised going to support ATC Service Initiatives in our Community.
Junior School Gala Day: The rescheduled Gala Day will take place on the final day of term. Boys wear their House shirt and bring hats, water bottles, and colourful items such as wigs to add vibrancy to our rotational activities.
Funky Socks
Each year the P&F coordinate a ‘Moral Support Gift’ for the graduating Year 12s where they are given a small gift from the Year 4 Cohort. It is a very positive experience for both groups – the Year 4s love giving a gift and the Year 12s love receiving them!
It would be greatly appreciated if Year 4 families could donate 1 or 2 pairs of “funky, colourful fun socks”. They can be dropped to Mr Degenkamp’s classroom by Friday 11 October. On Monday 14 October, Year 4 and Year 12 have lunch together and the socks and inspirational messages offering best wishes for exams are exchanged. They all enjoy lunch and a final game of handball together!
Thank you for your generosity.
LEARNING
Term 3 Exam Schedules Year 7-11
Year 11 students are currently on Exam Block, where they are only required to attend school for their exams. Normal classes resume for Year 11 Friday 13 September Week 10.
Exam schedules are available on Student Cafe and Parent Lounge.
2025 Japan Tour Information Evening | Wed 11 Sept 6.30pm (Year 6 2025)
Our current Year 5 parents and caregivers are invited to join us on Wednesday 11 September at 6:30 PM via Teams for an information session about the 2025 Japan Tour. This is a great opportunity for parents who are considering sending their son on the Japan trip during the June/July holidays next year to gather more information and hear about this year's successful tour.
The 10-day tour will include stays in Kobe, with visits to Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, and more. To learn more about the tour, please attend the Teams meeting using the link provided: Please go to the notice listed for Year 5 on the App to join the meeting via the link provide.
Eureka
Year 5 students were immersed in the historical events of the Eureka Stockade last term, exploring its significance in shaping change and the differing experiences and viewpoints of prospectors and authorities. Classrooms and play areas transformed into lively goldfields, where students took on the roles of diggers, experiencing both triumph and hardship. The diggers united in rebellion against the corrupt authorities (teachers) to demand better conditions, and undoubtedly creating a memorable highlight of their journey through history. Eureka for the holidays!
FORMATION
Year 4 Formation
On Friday 4 October as part of our Formation program, Year 4 will explore the topic All About Me - Healthy and Safe. To assist in the delivery of this topic, the College is has acquired the services of Let's Chat Education which will deliver a 70 minute session to each class. It is important that children are given accurate, reliable and appropriate information and skills in a supportive environment, and the home is one of the best places for this education to occur. More information will be shared on the ATC App in the coming weeks.
RU OK? Day
R U OK? Day is an opportunity to be more intentional about checking in with self and others around mental health and wellbeing. R U OK? Day should be everyday as we continually tackle life’s obstacles but acknowledge that we have highs and lows each day which is natural.
In the lead up to RU OK Day next Thursday, we invited Past Students, David M, Aarav C and Harvey C back to the College Assembly to share their wisdom about wellbeing.
These past students were the pioneers of the Carpool Karaoke initiative in 2022 and were tasked in sharing important messages about mental health in an engaging way with our students in a Q&A with our 2025 College Captain Ted C.
SERVICE
Service STEPtember | Register Now
ATC students across all ages are invited to take part in STEPtember, an initiative that raises awareness and funds to make life-changing impacts for those living with cerebral palsy. STEPtember is a challenge that requires participants to accrue 10,000 steps every day of September. This is a fantastic way of supporting others and getting your daily dose of physical activity. Students who successfully complete STEPtember will be able to log 8 service hours with your homeroom teacher. Please note you will need to complete all registration steps outlined in the attachment by the last day of Term 3 to have your service hours eligible for the 2024 Service Awards. Further details are on the College App.
MUSIC
Jazz By The River
The ATC community is invited to Jazz by the River on Saturday 12 October 2024 at Warril Place from 4pm to 8pm. We will feature our ATC Jazz Orchestra, Big Band, Hot Brass Squad, Jazz Ensemble Blue, Jazz Ensemble Green, ATC Guitars on the river stage. Bring a picnic or enjoy delicious items on the JBTR menu including Pizzas, Burgers, Sausages, Hot Chips, Lollies, Snacks and Drinks and don't forget to pre-order a Cheese Box and Cake Box! The bar will be selling beer, wine and champagne. Follow the link below to purchase your entry and raffle tickets now! Full details are on the ATC App. https://www.trybooking.com/CUTCM
CLUBS
Year 7 Cooking Club
Year 7 Cooking Club Finale! Always a favourite cooking desserts and the dessert pizza was given the double thumbs up by these enthusiastic future master chefs. It has been a pleasure sharing time with these young cooks throughout Term 3. Hoping they have an ongoing love for cooking and healthy food.
SPORT
Week 9 is the last week of training for GBC Basketball, Football, Tennis & Rugby League and the last round of matches for the season. Good to luck to all teams on the weekend especially our GBC Basketball & GBC Football teams that will be competing in their Grand Finals, go well boys and lets finish the season strong!
Track & Field, CBSQ & QVSC training will continue as normal in Week 10. We will also open Term 4 Sport registrations on Parent Lounge early next week including our Term 4 Sport Training Timetable, please keep an eye out on the ATC App and make sure you're subscribed to the relevant tags so you don't miss out on any important information.
Rugby League
Where the greatest game of all, meets the ATC Irish Warriors! Our Rugby League emerging starts were treated to a special session this week with the NRL's very own coaching staff. It was an incredible opportunity for all of our Irish Warriors to learn from some of the games top coaches. This weekend, all of our ATC Rugby League boys take the field for one final time in 2024. Saturday, Jack Bowers Oval, be there to witness history! Go ATC! #FillTheHill
Afternoon Tour - Term 4
If you know a family who are thinking of ATC for their son, please let them know about our Afternoon Tour when they can explore our teaching spaces, music rooms, science labs and digital & design tech areas. They will hear from our students and staff about what we do at ATC. Share the link to register for Wednesday 30 October: https://www.atc.qld.edu.au/enrolments/book-a-tour Thank you to our community who are our biggest advocates.
P&F
P&F Meetings
All parents and caregivers are invited to the regular meetings of the P&F Executive where upcoming friendraising opportunities are discussed and the Principal or Deputy Principal give updates on College matters. The final two meetings for 2024 are: Tuesday 8 October and Tuesday 19 November our Planning Meeting for 2025. Queries or agenda items to: pandf@atc.qld.edu.au
ATC Ladies Spring Lunch
The ATC P&F invite you to celebrate with friends and meet new ones at their Spring Lunch on Friday 25 October from 11.30am to 2.30pm at The Rose Room, Cloud Land, 641 Ann St, Fortitude Valley. Enjoy a two course meal plus a glass of bubbles on arrival for $86. Wear a splash of PINK in solidarity with October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Seating is by the Year Level of your son/s at ATC and there are no other formal seating arrangements. Should you wish to sit at a specific Year Level Table please request this at the time of booking by nominating your preferred year level. Raffle tickets are $5 for one, $10 for three, $20 for 8 or $50 for 20 tickets. Please contact the coordinator Prue Moloney with any queries – pruemoloney@bigpond.com
Tickets are selling fast. Seats are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Bookings are via Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/CUIKP
Ticket sales closing soon.
I wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday.
Jason Sepetauc
Deputy Principal
