Term 3 Week 4

Principal's News

Scholars’ Assembly

Last Wednesday we held the Scholars’ Assembly, acknowledging student effort and achievement from Semester 1.

In speaking to the students and online audience, I explained the significance of the ‘Diligence Award’. Students who consistently display effort across their subjects are awarded. Therefore, it is truly possible that every student becomes eligible to receive this award, for it isn’t based on grades. I highlighted that  it was down to the choice students make when they enter the classroom – for they control their genuine engagement in learning.

I also explained that I have great pride in those students who were presented with a Diligence Award, particularly given the challenges of this year. The choice I spoke of is not an easy one – there are many reasons that can get in the way of making the best choice. A key FAMILY value here is Integrity – doing the right thing when no one is watching.  

Well done to all students who were presented!

Lateness

We seem to have a notable number of students who are arriving late for school on a fairly regular basis. Unfortunately, this is a situation that can have a negative effect on the education of not only those students who are late, but also the other students in the class.

Pastoral Care commences at 8:35am. It is an expectation that students are at their PC classroom with their materials for classes by this time. Hence, we ask that students arrive by 8:30am to give them 5 minutes to be prepared and organised for the morning ahead.

What impact does being late have on the student?

• Students who are late may miss vital instructions and information about what is happening, not to mention important learning situations. This means that they have to catch up somehow. It’s like being late for a movie and not being able to understand what’s happening because you’ve missed the beginning of the storyline.
• Students can feel unsettled, disorganised and unhappy for the rest of the day and it can take them some time to complete and understand the work that they have missed. Understanding that there are important expectations about arriving on time is vital preparation for readiness to deal with the real world in later life.

Tips to Help You Get Your Student to School on Time Everyday

• Make sure your student understands why school is important
• Show your student that you are interested in what they have done at school
• Get everything ready the night before school
• Arrange appointments before or after school or during the schools holidays
• Set your alarm and student’s alarm clock, see who can beat the clock!

We are all human. The family car can break down, traffic can be problematic, and unexpected situations can occur. We know the family morning routines are not always straightforward.

We are happy to accept that students will be late on the odd occasion because of unforeseen circumstances. However, arriving late on a regular basis is not acceptable.

Email Communication Guidelines

There is no doubt that email has become the main form of communication. The last couple of years has challenged our ability to have ‘face to face’ conversations, and phone conversations have also seemingly reduced.

A challenge we all have is that there are simply too many emails entering our Inbox. Further, emails have become an all too easy method for challenging someone – emotive and in opposition to our FAMILY values.  

Some points I ask for parents/carers to be aware of:

• Response Time – We ask that teachers not email while they are in class. Therefore, when you couple this with meetings and playground supervisions, it is necessary to understand that an immediate response is simply not possible. Nonetheless, there is also an expectation that a response be provided to parents within 2 days. In return, if emailed by a teacher, we would ask for a response within the same timeframe. If the matter is urgent, a phone call is always preferred.
• Etiquette – We promote a 3-way relationship at Chisholm Catholic College, with a strong foundation in sustaining respectful relationships. Due to the immediacy of email, a hasty email can easily tarnish this relationship. If a matter of concern needs to be raised – email may not be the best way to communicate – a phone call or ‘face to face’ conversation may be more successful in achieving a positive outcome. Be wary of emotions, as this can allow something to be typed that negatively effects this relationship.

Welcome to Staff

I would like to welcome the following staff to the College. I am confident from the recruiting process we have implemented that they will serve our College and students well.

• Mr Wil Hsu – IT Manager
• Mr Paul Kenyon

God bless,

Damian Bottaccio

Principal

Covid Update

The Queensland Government update COVID-19 isolation protocols at the start of this term. The change relates to people who have had COVID-19 and are considered ‘cleared cases’. 

The community is currently experiencing high levels of COVID-19 and the flu. Please read the following message carefully, so you are fully informed of changes and expectations.

COVID-19 Rule Change for Cleared Cases in Queensland

Up to now, people who have had COVID-19 and have been cleared after testing negative, did not need to isolate or get tested if they had COVID-19 symptoms in the 12-week period after contracting COVID-19.

This has now changed. New health advice (from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee, AHPPC) is that reinfections may occur as early as 28 days after contracting COVID-19. Based on this new advice, Queensland Health has announced that the ‘cleared case’ period will be reduced from 12 weeks (3 months) to 28 days (4 weeks).  This means that any students or staff, previously infected with COVID-19 will need to get tested and isolate if they have symptoms or return a positive test from four weeks after their initial infection.

Chisholm Catholic College continues to have a range of COVID-safe measures in place, including:

• Supporting good hygiene practices, including regular hand washing and use of hand sanitiser.  Students are reminded regularly about such practices.
• Continuing enhanced cleaning, including in the sick bay.
• Requiring all staff and students to stay home when sick, to get tested if they have COVID-19 symptoms, and follow Queensland Health advice for positive cases and close contacts.
• All students who develop symptoms while at school have priority access to RATs.

Families are reminded that should you test positive, there remains a requirement for a 7-day isolation period. Upon return to school, masks are mandatory for a further seven days (outside of the home). Masks are also mandatory for anyone who is a Close Contact.

Please advise the College via scornubia@bne.catholic.edu.au if your child needs to isolate due to testing positive to COVID-19.

Further information is available via the Queensland Health website.

While the Queensland Government and Queensland Health have not mandated mask wearing in schools, all members of our community are welcome and encouraged to wear masks on site where it is safe to do so.  This is particularly important if you are in a space where it is difficult to retain social distance.  For students who catch public transport, masks are still required; excluding dedicated school bus services.

Deputy Principal's News

Scholars' Assembly

Last Wednesday, we were able to present our Attendance and Scholars' Awards for Semester 1.  While we were not able to have parents attend the Assembly, in person, we are fortunate that we were able to livestream the assembly and that many parents were able to join online for the ceremony. Students received awards for Attendance, Diligence, Academic Merit and Academic Excellence. 

The recording from the livestream is now available on the Parent Portal. 

Students will also have the opportunity to be awarded Diligence, Academic Merit and Academic Excellence Awards on our Awards Evening in November.

Congratulations to all of our award recipients. 

Assistant Principal Religious Education's News

Catholic Education Week

Last week we celebrated Catholic Education Week. The theme of Communities of Faith, Hope and Love was certainly prevalent throughout the College. Students participated in a variety of activities and actions that were aimed at building our own community of Faith, Hope and Love. A highlight was our special Catholic Education Week Liturgy as part of our Scholars' Assembly. The symbols of Faith, Hope, Love as well as our College FAMILY Charism were used. The blue cross representing our Catholic Faith, the Sunflowers representing our Hope for the future, the white heart representing Love and our College Candle and Charism inspired by Caroline Chisholm in representation of our wonderful community. Hear from some of our student leaders below as to what makes Chisholm Catholic College a community of Faith, Hope and Love.

Year 8 Retreat Day 

A reminder that on Tuesday, 9th August core classes 8.1 - 8.4 will participate in their Retreat Day and on Friday 12th core classes 8.5 - 8.7 will participate in their Retreat Day. 

These days offer a wonderful opportunity both spiritually and personally for students offering time for them to reflect on themselves and others. The Retreat will be held within normal school time and students should wear their sports uniform and bring their morning tea and lunch. 

Campus Minister

This year’s theme for Catholic Education Week was ‘Communities of Faith, Hope & Love’

We enjoyed an array of activities one of which was building a visual community of ‘Faith Hope & Love” by creating a mural of stick figures in the Library. It was pleasing to watch students try and find their stick figure amongst the many.

What a great reminder this theme is to look not only for our College Family but our own families and groups we are involved in to intentionally keep building these values into them to help them and all the members flourish. Enjoy these starter ideas for building Faith, Hope & Love – use them and add to them at your place.

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.
Corinthians 13:13

Jo-Anne Ibell

Campus Minister

30th Anniversary

Chisholm Alumni - Damian Torrie

My name is Damian Torrie & I graduated from Chisholm College in 2002. I was also the House Captain for MacKillop House that year.  

My greatest memory of my days at Chisholm has to be when I was in Yr 8 in 1998 & the school had its annual talent quest. I performed the song Men in Black & still today after all these years it is still talked about when I run into someone I haven’t seen for years. The song even helped me win a trip to the F1 Melbourne Grand Prix. 

Since leaving Chisholm I have used my School Based Traineeship in Retail Operations to go from working in an electrical retail store for 10 years to now being an account manager for another 10 years that has led me into the pool industry.  

I also still live in Brisbane and have been happily married to my wife since 2019.  

It’s hard to believe that it has been 20 years since I graduated at Chisholm. Sometimes it feels like just yesterday that we were still there. Happy 30th Anniversary Chisholm College. 

Assistant Principal - Curriculum's News

Term 3 is nearly at the halfway point and we are already looking towards next year, especially about choosing specialisation subjects.  The consistent message for all students is to be doing;

• subjects you enjoy
• subjects you are good at and
• subjects that allow to you explore and develop your fields of interest.

Choosing subjects based on what your friends are doing is not a good reason. 

In Week 6, the Year 10s will be undertaking the SET-Planning process which I find very rewarding. Information has been shared, please check in with me if there are any issues logging in to the system. Booking are open at the end of the process. These processes are to assist with subject selection and help with discussions, giving careful consideration to specialisation selections now avoids the need to request changes to courses and timetables in the future.

We consider your student's success reliant on a partnership between parents/guardians, students and the school.  By having discussions at home about previous results and study habits we might be able to ensure students are achieving to their potential.  Student subject selection for 2023 will be finalised by the end of Term 3 and a timetable will be developed.  Families will be informed of timetables during Term 4.

The Year 12s are finalising their internal assessments at the moment and will begin preparation for External Exams. Part of this preparation will be an external ‘Mock Exam Block’ where there are similar conditions. The timetable will be shared next week. Griffith University will also run tutorials over the second week of the holidays and I encourage students to keep an eye out for details on these programs.

Assistant Principal - Staff and Students' News

Current statistics by Kids Helpline acknowledges that 1 in 4 Australian children suffer from bullying and more often than not, this is done through the online platforms the students in our care use multiple times per day.  

This week, we are excited to be able to announce this term’s Parent Engagement Evening’s topic of Internet Safety and Cyberbullying. On Thursday, 25th of August, we invite all members of our community to attend this wonderful opportunity to listen to our speaker from a local company called Internet Safe Education. The evening will start at 5.30pm and finish with a Q&A at approximately 6.30pm.  

Presentations by Internet Safe Education are delivered from the perspective of undercover internet detective Brett Lee who spent thousands of hours as a fictitious teenager on the internet to locate, identify and arrest predators. This involved the online investigation, arrest and prosecution of approximately 89 offenders, who’s medium for preying on children is the internet. 

This creates interesting, undeniably credible, and real messages with the audience that is essential and unparalleled. The presentation deals with online compliance, responsibilities and dangers that apply not only to others but to our children as well. You will witness the internet through the eyes of a child yet have a unique opportunity to stand back and process the messages with the mind of an adult, no other presentation can compare. 

A little bit about our presenter:  

Please find more information about internet safety and cyberbullying here: Bullying | Get Support Today | Kids Helpline  

We invite you to complete this form (follow the link of scan the QR code) to acknowledge your intent to attend this wonderful Parent Engagement Evening on Thursday 25th of August, before Friday 19th of August 3pm: https://bit.ly/3oWDQRe 

Thank you for your ongoing support.  

Looking forward to seeing you on the 25th.  

Chis Culture News

DanceLife Unite

Congratulations to the Chisholm Dance Teams – Emeralds and Garnets – who competed at DanceLife Unite recently. Both teams performed exceptionally well against some tough competition. The Emeralds performed ‘Youth’; a lyrical routine choreographed by Grade 11 student Ruby Giess. Students were commended on their “beautiful heartfelt work”. The Garnets placed Highly Commended in their Hip-Hop section with their routine ‘Spill the Tea’, choreographed by professional dance artist Rachel Dowse. The judges loved their look and believe that this number has real potential!

Quota Beenleigh Eisteddfod

This week, students from the Emerald and Garnet Dance Teams competed against other South East Queensland schools in the Quota Beenleigh Eisteddfod at Logan Entertainment Centre. Our Emerald Dance Team beautifully performed their lyrical number, choreographed by year 11 Dance student Ruby Giess, ‘Youth’, while our Garnet Dance Team debuted their jazz number ‘End of Time’, choreographed by Year 11 Dance student Ashlee Stegman before performing their hip hop routine ‘Spill the Tea’ later in the day.

“QUOTA was an overall positive experience being able to see the Team compete as a whole with three different routines. It was an eye-opening experience and rewarding opportunity to have my own choreography competed in the Jazz section.” (Ashlee Stegman Yr 11). 

It was a fierce competition (to use the judges words) and all students did an incredible job of performing.

“We were entered into highly competitive sections during the day. We were competing against teams made up of entirely Senior students (Yr 10, 11 & 12), so to see our relatively young team holding their own up on stage was very exciting” (Miss Jones).

It was great to be back performing live at various dance competitions after two-three years of lockdowns, cancellations and online events! You will be able to see both the jazz and lyrical number at Creative Arts Night on Friday the 21^st of October as well as a new number that the students will begin working on this term!

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Vocational Education and Traineeships News

Considering A VET Pathway? 

The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training have put together a brochure called the 2022 School Leavers' Guide to jobs and training - Career options and information. The guide provides information and resources to school leavers, senior students and parents. Vocational Education and Training (VET) can provide you with strong pathways to your desired career/job, give you skills employers value and may also be an excellent pathway into higher education including university. This guide contains resources to assist you in considering how VET can help you to reach your career goals. In the brochure you will find information on: 

• General career exploration 
• Vocational training and further study 
• Subsidised training and incentives 
• Industry specific career exploration 
• Tools and resources to explore career options and many more. 

Pathway Information for Year 10 Students 

If you are in Year 10 then you'll be thinking about subject selection for next year and considering future options such as higher education, apprenticeships and Vocational Education and Training (VET). Myfuture, an Australian Government funded organisation, has several resources (links below) to help you explore your options and pathways. You can access resources and information, however you will need to register an account and log in (it's free). 

• How to select senior school subjects 
• Alternative pathways to higher education 
• Apprenticeships 
• VET 

VET Numbers in Schools 

The latest data from the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) shows the number of school students undertaking vocational education and training (VET) as part of their senior secondary certificate of education increased in the last year. “In 2021, there were 251,200 students undertaking VET in Schools compared with 241,200 in 2020, an increase of 4.2%,” said NCVER Managing Director Simon Walker. A total of 20,500 students were undertaking school-based apprenticeships and traineeships with the majority (91.8% or 230,700 students) enrolled in other VET in Schools programs. Click here to read more about popular programs and qualifications.  

The Difference Between Traineeships and Apprenticeships 

There is a difference between a traineeship and an apprenticeship, but both can bring value to your career. The main difference between an apprenticeship and a traineeship is that a traineeship can happen in a broader range of occupations and is run either part-time or full-time. You are employed and trained for typically between one to two years. An apprenticeship covers skilled trades and takes around four years to complete. Your time in one of these could be the very thing that starts your career. Click here to read more on this topic from the SkillsRoad website including: 

• How to figure out if you want to do an apprenticeship or traineeship 
• Apprenticeship Support Australia 
• Where to now you want to start an apprenticeship or traineeship 

TAFE Opportunities 

TAFE offer apprenticeships and traineeships and off the job learning at many of their campuses. You can learn through hands on activities using the same equipment and tools used in industry. They combine working for an employer and studying at TAFE Queensland and you graduate with a nationally recognised qualification. Click here to read more about: 

• The difference between apprenticeships and traineeships 
• Trades training areas (21 in all) 
• Becoming an apprentice or trainee - a four step process 
• Finding an employer 
• Payment and funding options 

National Student Volunteer Week 

National Student Volunteer Week celebrates young people who make a difference through volunteering. It will be held from 8 – 14 August 2022 with this year's theme being leadership, connection, kindness, and community. Volunteering is a great way to develop workplace skills while still at school and it provides you with the opportunity to develop your networks while giving back to the community. Visit the website to find information about: 

• About 
• Ways to get involved 
• Discover resources 
• Events and campaigns 
• What's on 
• Volunteer roles 
• Share your volunteering story 
• About student volunteering 
• Student events and campaigns 

How jobs can provide young people with experiences that are more valuable than a pay cheque?

You or your parents may be concerned that getting a 5 - 8-hour casual job/week may negatively impact on school results. Working a causal job provides young people with many insights, skills and opportunities that can complement their learning process, both academically and personally. Although a Canadian article, Amy Bell has written a short piece outlining her experiences as a mother of teenage children who have casual jobs while at school. Click here to find out what she discovered.  

What Gen Z are looking for as they enter the world of work?

Mccrindle Research has put together an article outlining what Gen Z are looking for when they are entering the world of work. They say that Generation Z have an entrepreneurial mindset, are looking to work with flexibility and are ready to embrace the new world of work, which is a good thing considering the average school leaver could have 18 jobs across six careers over their working life. Understanding the students of today and their perspective is key to understanding how this new generation of workers will reshape the workforce with their perceptions and expectations. Click here to read the full article including: 

• Gen Z feel the tension between letting earnings and passion drive their career decisions 
• Just 14% of students are looking for traditional employment 
• Hybrid workplaces are the way of the future 
• Flexibility is the key opportunity for students today 
• Students are positive about the future and are ready to embrace it 

What does TAFE Queensland offer students? 

TAFE Queensland is the State’s largest further education and training provider. They deliver practical, industry-relevant qualifications from certificates and diplomas through to degrees. Their study areas are: 

• Business and IT 
• Education and community 
• Health and science 
• Service industries 
• Creative industries 
• Environment and animal services 
• Infrastructure and transport 
• Trades 

They also offer scholarships. Direct applications are now open and shortly you can apply for many courses through QTAC. Visit their website for more information. 

Applications are also open now for TAFE at School opportunities for students in grade 10 to 12 in 2023 .  Link to the course guide and the cost guide: 2023 TAFE at School Course Guide 

2023 TAFE at School Price List 

If interested, apply at tafeapply.com using the relevant application codes (TQB2301, TQST2301, TQSW2301). You will need to create a USI number by going to Get a USI | Unique Student Identifier before you can apply for TAFE. 

Job Opportunities 

KFC have Customer Service and Food Service Team Member positions available at Eagleby, Loganholme, Logan Hyperdome, Beenleigh, Bethania, Meadowbrook, Marsden, Victoria Point, Springwood, and Woodridge.  If you are interested in applying, visit their website Apply jobs at Postcode 4130 - KFC Careers | KFC Careers 

McDonalds have Crew Member positions available at Eagleby, Loganholme, Beenleigh, BP Stapylton, Holmview, Marsden, Ormeau, Meadowbrook, Victoria Point, Logan Central, Springwood, Underwood, Rochedale, Logan Village, Eight Mile Plains, Cleveland, and Capalaba.  If you are interested in applying please go to their website Australia | McDonald's Careers (mcdonalds.com) 

Pizza Hut are hiring instore and delivery drivers to join their team.  You can send your resume to loganholmeQLD@pizzahutaustralia.com.au or you can scan the QR Code on the flyer below to apply online. 

Nikkalatte at Loganholme have an opening for a school based trainee at their café which is situated in the Loganholme industrial estate on Henry Street.  It will be in Hospitality.  If you wish to apply please let us know, we are in J01. 

School Based Traineeship Current Opportunities: Year 10 and Year 11 Students Only 

Training Evolution School Based Traineeship Positions Vacant 

• Certificate III in Business – Boost Juice Logan Hyperdome, Juice Bar & Premium Ice Cream Springwood 

Aurora Training School Based Traineeship Positions Vacant 

• Certificate III in Hospitality – Zarraffa’s Cornubia 
• Certificate III in Business – Subway Various Locations 

Learning Partnerships School Based Traineeship Positions Vacant 

• Certificate III in Hospitality or Certificate III in Business – Degani Loganholme and Beenleigh, Chatterbox Mt Gravatt, Good Things Will Happen Springwood, Malay House Underwood, Eat Sushi Coomera, 8 Street Garden City, Rice Town Garden City, Shinbashi Yakiniku Underwood, SunLit Garden City and Coomera, IGA Rochedale and Runcorn, Top Chop Garden City, Tryon Market Upper Mt Gravatt
• Certificate III in Business Optus Sunnybank Hills 

Opportunities for Year 12 Leavers 

TAFE Queensland Direct Entry 2023 

TAFE QLD offers a wide range of diploma courses, which provide greater employment opportunities and pathways into university study.  The Direct Entry program provides an opportunity for current Year 12 students to secure a priority place in any of our diploma courses in Semester 1, 2023.  See flyer below. 

Apprenticeships Queensland 

Please see below the list of current full-time vacancies.  More information can be found on their website www.apprenticeshipsqld.com.au/vacancies where you can register. 

AADA College 

Australian Academy of Dental Assisting have a Dental Assistant position available. To view the position please go to MEGT website to apply. Dental Assistant Traineeship (South East Queensland) | MEGT (Australia) Ltd 

MEGT 

Please go to MEGT’s website to view current vacancies where you can apply. Apprentice and trainee job vacancies | MEGT (Australia) Ltd 

Osmac Apprenticeships 

OSMAC are seeking keen Year 12 students that want to secure an apprenticeship in the following trades only: Painting, Cabinet Making, Tiling, Carpentry, Plastering or Shopfitting. 

You must have a car and licence (or plan to by Nov 2022), Have a white card, don’t have fear of heights, and a Certificate I in Construction (preferred but not essential). Students must meet the criteria for each trade.  All enquiries must be directed to Kirsten Twyford M: 0413 431 420 or E: kirsten@ogt.com.au  

Further information on any of the above can be obtained from the VET office. 

God Bless.

Pathways News

Ignite Youth Careers and Employment Expo 

Last week we took all Year 10 and Year 11 students to the Ignite Youth Careers Expo at Logan Metro Sports Centre. This provided an excellent opportunity for students to seek important career information, explore different professions and get more information on tertiary study options, apprenticeships, and job opportunities. We trust this helped many students further define and work towards achieving post-secondary school goals. 

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Year 12 – Griffith Academic Boot Camps 

In the September school holidays, Griffith University will host academic boot camps for some ATAR subjects to compliment QCAA content and class revision, and ultimately maximise student preparation for external exams. 

Subjects and dates offered are listed below: 

Week 1: 19th September -22 September, 9am-3pm on campus only. 

• Maths Methods  

Week 2: 26th September – 29th September, 9am-3pm on campus only. Note – choice of only one subject for Week 2. 

• Chemistry  
• Physics 
• Biology 
• Psychology 

Bookings are essential and the cost of each course is $149 inclusive of face-to-face tutorials and course notes.  Please visit Griffith University Academic Boot Camps for further information and to register.   

QTAC and ATAR Information 

QTAC applications and ATAR registration opened on Tuesday and students have been very busy registering to receive their ATAR, and completing their QTAC applications. If you are ATAR eligible but have not yet registered to receive your ATAR, please do this at QTACs ATAR Registration.  If you have not booked your QTAC preferencing meeting yet, please book your appointment at https://www.chisholmcatholiccollegecareers.com/ .   

Early Offer Schemes 

Many universities provide early offer schemes for eligible current Year 12 students. These programs make it possible for eligible students to receive a university offer before receiving an ATAR.  Each university has its own unique eligibility requirements, so it is important you investigate application requirements and closing dates.  Below are direct links to institutions offering early offer programs so you can investigate your eligibility and application requirements: 

• ACU Early Offer Guarantee 
• Griffith University Early Offer Scheme 
• QUT Early Offer Scheme 
• UniSQ Early Offer 

University Open Days  

A reminder that it is currently the season for University Open Days, which provide an ideal opportunity for parents/carers and students in Years 10, 11 and 12 to explore pathway options beyond secondary education – Year 10 this can also help with senior subject selections. Open Days give you a chance to discover what life is like at each university, and gain answers to questions you may have, and gain authentic feel for the environment you will study in. Below is a list of upcoming Open Days: 

Community News

FESTIVAL OF IDEAS

Are you a Year 7-12 BCE student? (or know someone who is)

Do you want to share your voice & ideas?

Want to meet & work with students from other BCE schools?

We have 100 spots for the 2022 Student Voice Festival of Ideas on Tuesday 27 September 2022! Come along, have some fun & share your wish for your education. It's always a fantastic day but applications won't be open long! Submit an EOI form online before 9am, Monday 22 August 2022 here: https://bit.ly/3RRBMqKShare this with anyone you think can make a difference!