As we approach the middle of Term 3 (already!), it is timely to review our start to Semester 2, the final two terms of our compulsory schooling years. So far this term, amongst other things, we have:

* increased the number of Personal Endeavour Courses from 2 to 3, which means that the majority of subjects studied by students are now chosen by students. I am pleased to say that 100% of students have been able to study their Top 2 courses of choice while 81% have been able to pursue their Top 4 courses of choice.

* increased the number of Compass Courses from 1 to 2 for the term, providing students with more exposure to courses on offer in Senior Schooling. Some new additions this semester are Musical Theatre, Social and Community Studies, and Advanced Mathematics;

* conducted our first round of Senior Education and Training Plan (SETP) Meetings, with students and their parents/carers developing and reviewing these plans with a member of our leadership teams. We are currently in the process of booking interviews for those students and families yet to complete this process;

* engaged students in the "Love Bites" program as part of our focus on wellbeing and relationships;

* hosted guest speakers and presenters from our partners including The French Beauty Academy, ADFA and Australian Academy of Dental Assisting;

* enrolled students in 9 different Certificate Courses;

* enrolled students in 2 different School-based Traineeships;

* enrolled students in various Trade Tasters;

* engaged students in work experience across retail, hospitality, health and other industries;

* had students attend excursions relevant to our PECs and future pathways, including Men of Business (MOB) and Queensland Theatre;

* had students complete the Muay Thai Wellbeing Program;

* appointed our House Captains and House Vice Captains, who will now work with Ms Collins as part of the Student Council to serve our students. Congratulations to our Captains for 2023:

Coral House - Captain: Montana Atkinson; Vice Captain: Malakhy Hala

Oakey - Captain: Torryn Atamu; Vice Captain: Katelyn Paruru

Pacific House - Captain: Rev Vaeluaga; Vice Captain: Dion Woodley

Moreton House - Captain: Ryan Foran; Vice Captain: Ayden Courtney

So, we have been busy over the last four weeks! A particular thank you to Ms Davies, Mrs Street, Mr Anderson, the SET P Team, Ms Renton, Ms Moller, Ms Benbow, Ms Collins and the entire team of staff who continue to provide a world of opportunity to our students.

I look forward to seeing our students and families at our Student-led Conferences on Tuesday night, a valuable opportunity to engage in some focused and deliberate learning dialogue with teachers we head into the next phase of learning and assessment. 

Have a lovely weekend!

Ms Di Nicolas Deputy Principal

General Information - Zonta

Established in 1919, Zonta International is a world-wide service organisation of professional women. Zonta members, called Zontians, work to improve the legal, political, economic and professional status of women and give time, talent and energy, especially in the areas of women’s development, health, education and cultural needs.  The Zonta Club of Paradise Point was formed in 1997.

Bursary

The Zonta Club of Paradise Point is funding a $2000 bursary to support a female student in continuing their senior secondary education.

The Senior Schooling Bursary aims to:

• Provide encouragement to a student in Year 10 to continue their senior education
• Encourage young women to enter a variety of professions
• Improve the status of younger women in educational institutions and society at large
• Support the aims and goals of Zonta

Who is Eligible?

Any female actively enrolled in Year 10 at the time of application who studies at one of the following schools:

Ormeau Woods State High School, Pimpama State Secondary College, Foxwell State Secondary College, Upper Coomera Secondary College, Pacific Pines State High School, Coombabah State High School, Helensvale State High School

Students will be asked to demonstrate their suitability by addressing the criteria outlined on the application form.

Application Process

1. Complete the application form - please email Ms Renton (crent13@eq.edu.au) or see her for a copy
2. Submit the application form to Ms Nicolas, Deputy Principal 11th of Aug (Week 5) 
3. Ms Nicolas will submit applications to Zonta Representative by 26th of Aug (Week 7)
4. Zonta Club of Paradise Point will short-list applicants to be interviewed
5. Interview will occur at Foxwell SSC
6. Applicants will be notified of outcome via email to nominated Deputy Principal

Selection of the successful candidate will be made in accordance with the criteria outlined on the application form.

How May I Use the Bursary?

To purchase items that will support your ongoing senior schooling education. Examples include but are not limited to:

- Laptop; Ipad; Text-books; subject based excursions; University link courses; tutoring

Please see Ms Renton, Head of SWEL - Year 9 and 10 for more information.

Griffith University Open Day Event

When- Sunday 13^th August 2023

Where- Griffith University Nathan Campus or Griffith University Gold Coast Campus

Times- 9 am – 2 pm

If you have any interested students please pass on the link below and get them to register.

https://www.griffith.edu.au/open-day

MOB - Men of Business Academy Opportunity for Year 10 Boys

There is an opportunity for you child to attend MOB - Men of Business Academy for a 2 hour information session and site visit. 

Please email me if you would like your child to attend or would like further information - ppier6@eq.edu.au.

Please see the link below for their website for you to explore and seek more information.

https://menofbusiness.com.au/