2023 Term 2 Week 7

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Principal's News

Chisholm Day – A Huge Success!

On Friday, we came together to recognise our namesake’s birthday, celebrating Chisholm Day. And what a day it was!

The morning commenced with a moving liturgy, reflecting our patron’s story and articulating the values by which we seek to build a community of purpose and connection to our Catholic heritage and to each other. Fr Subin Thomas from St Patrick’s Catholic Parish, Beenleigh, presided over the liturgy that also included a respectful acknowledgment of National Sorry Day. Our students were excellent in how they participated, demonstrating great respect.

Students, staff and members of the community then moved to the oval to partake in the planned festivities. It was a pleasure to see the joy and excitement that this brought. Yes, the rides were amazing, and who could not love some baby farm animals, but it was the hive of activity around the House tents and the performance area that really set a standard for the day. The House activities were organised by our Student Leaders and formed part of pursuit of House Spirit throughout the day. Then you had performances from students and staff that kept audiences entertained throughout the day – we are truly blessed with amazingly talented and capable members of our family. A special ‘shout-out’ to our Captains, Ava and Ashaya, who, along with the other Student Leaders, also organised activities throughout the week making it ‘Spirit Week’.   

I would also like to acknowledge the tremendous support of the Parents and Community Association (PCA), including Logan City Councillor (Div.10), Miriam Stemp. Their presence on the day, providing an array of food options was very much appreciated. Thank you!

The day included the traditional Staff vs Student Volleyball Game (staff won again!) and the running of the Chisholm Challenge, which ended the day, before finalising the House Spirit Cup. For the record, Oodgeroo were victors on the day, but it is important to note that the lead changed several times during the week. Congratulations to everyone involved!

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National Reconciliation Week

This week we recognise National Reconciliation Week. This will include the unveiling of a First Nation’s Artwork commissioned by the College and co-created with our students. The artist, Tina Martin, who is part of our family, worked with the ideas offered by our students to represent the unique story for our community. The unveiling will happen tomorrow when we are joined by the Executive Director of Brisbane Catholic Education, Dr Sally Towns. We look forward to sharing with our community.

This year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, Be a Voice for Generations, urges all Australians to use their power, their words and their actions to create a better, more just Australia for all of us.

Staff Twilight

Our teaching staff undertook a twilight professional development after school last Tuesday centred around Sacramentality – Seeing God in All Things. The session was facilitated by Michael Blanchfield, Education Officer - Catholic Identity, from Brisbane Catholic Education. We were privileged to have this opportunity and we were very proud of the engagement shown by our staff in developing their understanding of their important role as educators within Catholic education.

Year 12 – 100 Days Until Graduation

This Thursday, we will recognise this important milestone for our Year 12 students. Their journey through 13 years of formal schooling will be celebrated at the Graduation in November, so we do take the time to celebrate the occasion. We have seen this cohort achieve many positives during their time at the College and seek to ensure that they know we travel this journey with them.

Deputy Principal's News

At the last whole school assembly Mr Bottaccio spoke to students about being committed Chisholm students, particularly to each other.  Treating each other with dignity, respect and kindness.  This is not just a good way to build a positive community but our God’s commandment to "Love thy neighbour", originating from the words of Jesus in the New Testament. It encourages us to show compassion, kindness, and love to those around us, our community members and even strangers. The concept of loving one's neighbor extends beyond geographical proximity and encompasses a spirit of empathy, respect, and care for all individuals.

It was wonderful to see our senior leaders engaging in this positive work last week as they ran the first Spirit Week for the College.  A massive success, our leaders created and ran a variety of activities during lunchtimes that were well received by the community.  This spirit continued into Chisholm Day and I thank the students for the way they participated and engaged with the many activities on the day. 

This week we celebrate Reconciliation Week.  Again, I highlight the commandment "Love thy neighbor" and its connection to Reconciliation Week, the shared principles of respect, empathy, and fostering positive relationships. The concept of loving one's neighbor aligns with the values of reconciliation, as it encourages individuals to recognise and appreciate the unique cultures, histories, and experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It promotes the understanding that all individuals, regardless of their background, deserve compassion, justice, and equal treatment.

Assistant Principal Religious Education's News

This past Sunday was Pentecost Sunday, commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit on the Apostles and followers of Jesus. We are reminded that John’s Gospel teaches:

Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father sent me, so I send you.” ²² Then he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit”.

In his prayer intention for the month of May, Pope Francis asks us to pray for the evangelical mission of the Church, that we may go forth in peace and spread the good news, just as Jesus’ commanded his disciples to do.

For our Chisholm family, this culminated in our Chisholm Day liturgy and Sorry Day assembly on Friday 26^th May 2023. Coming together in Love, Hope and Spirit, we reflected on the mission of Caroline Chisholm and our House Patrons, offering our heads, hands and hearts to Live Christ’s Challenge.  We also paused to reflect on National Sorry Day, offering our prayers, words and hope for a future of understanding, reconciliation and unity.

Thank you to those who joined us on the day, and thank you to all the students, teachers and support staff who came together in goodwill to celebrate the day.

On Thursday last week, Campus Minister Jo-Anne Ibell and I had the pleasure of sitting down with representatives from the St Vincent De Paul society to discuss ways that our school may continue its partnership with this invaluable community organisation.  There are many opportunities for students to contribute to our local community through the organisation, such as signing up to be a St Vincent De Paul buddy or collecting non-perishables for the St Vincent De Paul Winter Appeal.  All interested students are asked to watch the daily notices for more information.

This week is Reconciliation week, and we as a College community will come together during our Thursday morning assembly to Be a Voice for Future Generations.  We will also commemorate the week with a First Nations Painting unveiling created by one of our First Nations’ parents.  We look forward to commemorating this important week.

As the month of May draws to a close, we ask Mary to intercede for our souls:

Holy Mary, mother fair,
Filled with love for God,
Pray for us in all our needs.
Pray for us today.

Amen.

Wishing you a happy and prosperous fortnight ahead.

God bless.

Assistant Principal - Curriculum's News

Career Expo Reminder

A reminder that we are hosting our annual Career Expo this Wednesday, 31^st of May.  Students and carers from 9 to 12 are welcome to attend.  In the afternoon, we will have trade, industry and university displays held in the Chisholm Centre.  Our Academic Leaders, will be available for subject discussions in the school admin block and there will be information sessions in the library around QCE, QCAA and the Set-P process for Year 10 parents and students. 

Window into Learning – Humanities Subjects

Our perception of school is heavily influenced by the experiences and learning that we undertook as students ourselves. The reality is that learning for this generation – the Alpha and Gen Z – will look very different.  Our students will need to rely heavily on ‘soft’ skills, collaboration and the ability to transfer and apply skills to a variety of contexts. This means that authenticity in leaning tasks is crucial for students to make connections and to see the value in learning. 

For example, our Year 8 students in Humanities have been working on a group innovators project.  Students have been hard at work creating prototypes that use the ‘Triple P’ approach to business.  This approach has a focus on sustainable business practices at the core of their learning.  These models will be on display in the library this week for students and teachers to admire the ideas and entrepreneurial skills of our Year 8s.

In our Tourism class, guest speakers with industry experience are commonly invited to expose students to authentic real-life work experiences.  In this way, students can ask questions and gain a real insight into the many facets of the Tourism Sector.   Last week, Mr Cronk was a guest in the Tourism classes to discuss his experiences as an event caterer.  Previous to becoming a teacher, Mr Cronk owned an event catering company and has much experience in the planning and marketing of these types of tourism events. 

Illness and Misadventure – Year 11 & 12 Reminder

As the flu season is firmly upon us, there is a possibility that your child may miss assessment or exams.  If your child is sick or absent on the day of an exam in Year 11 or 12, they will need to apply for an Access Arrangement for Reasonable Adjustment (AARA).  This is a mandated process that is approved through the QCAA.  Students will need to submit a student statement, a medical report in the case of an illness, or other supporting documentation including official notices, police reports or government reports.

In the case of an illness on the day of a scheduled exam your child will also need to provide a medical certificate which outlines the following information:

• the illness, condition or event (including details of a diagnosis, where applicable)
• date of diagnosis, onset or occurrence
• symptoms, treatment or course of action related to the condition or event
• explanation of the probable effect of the illness, condition or event on the student’s participation in the assessment

As this process is approved by QCAA in Year 12, there is no guarantee that the student will be able to sit a comparable exam.  For more information around these requirements please use this link to the QCAA handbook.  For more information around our school assessment policy, the assessment flowchart can be found on the parent portal.

Assistant Principal - Student Wellbeing's News

Bullyproof 

This term, Danielle Edwards (Flynn House Leader and Year 7 coordinator) and James O’Sullivan have worked hard on the implementation of the BullyProof program in Year 7. Teachers have enjoyed teaching the lessons designed to engage our students in the significance of addressing bullying behaviours, the impact of these behaviours on the bully, the victim and the bystanders and to build resilience in our students through the practical aspects of the program.  

This term, all Year 8 and 9 STRETCH teachers will receive their BullyProof training, and the program will be implemented in those year levels from the start of Term 3. This means that approximately 50% of our students will have completed a ten-week program by the end of Term 3. The following paragraph has been written by one of our Year 7 students after her STRETCH lesson in Week 5: 

This term we have been doing bullyproof which is a program where we learn how to handle dangerous situations in this case, bullying. One of the main things we have been working on is our defensive stance, this is where we have our knees bent, one foot back, hands up in front of our face, and squeeze our stomachs. We have also been working on controlling pushes, communicating with the bully and bystanders and looking at helping to calm down the situation. We have also been working on the 4A’s, Avoidance, Awareness, Assessment, and Application which has taught us how to get out of dangerous situations. We now know the threat level of each situation such as mild threat, moderate threat, and life-threatening. As well as ways to remove yourself from the situation. But we are not just working on the physical side we have also been working on how to feel happier using your thoughts, emotions, feelings, and body signals. By doing this we have been working on Respect, Courage, Integrity, and Resilience. But overall, we have been working on how to calm down dangerous situations and get out of it. Bullyproof is a lot of fun and it has taught us how to respect others, have courage, have integrity and have resilience. 

by Zara Year 7

Parent Engagement Evening 

On Tuesday, 23rd May the College hosted a number of parents for a presentation themed ‘How to communicate with your teen?’. The College Counsellors, Melissa Reardon and Jacinta Murray presented this important topic and there was plenty of time to for questions and answers. The presentation covered topic such as:  

• What is the best time to communicate with your teen?  
• Where would conversations ideally take place?  
• How can parents/carers ensure that they provide care and attention whilst their son or daughter is exploring ways to become more independent?  

The presentation will be made available through the Parent Portal shortly.  

Student Engagement Leader's News

SPIRIT WEEK

Congratulations to the House Captains and Committee Leaders who organised and ran several activities during Spirit Week leading up to Chisholm Day. It was great to see lots of students involved in these activities and having fun. A big shout out to our College Captains, Ava Mathews and Ashaya McHenry for driving this great initiative, which will only grow in years to come.

CHISHOLM CHARGERS

Friday also saw the launch of the Chisholm Chargers, the College’s new mascot. Chosen for its connection to our College patron, Caroline Chisholm, who herself rode a white horse named Captain, the horse represents our history and our past as a College and is an excellent choice to carry the College into the future. Thanks to Mr Ellis for his work and research in choosing this excellent mascot for our community. The College Captains, on the back of this, also launched the College’s Spirit Instagram page, aptly titled, ChisholmChargers and in the weeks to come will continue to post about upcoming events at the College featuring our students, and again, is a great initiative of our two school leaders.

Middle Years Learning Leader's News

Middle Years Assessment Preparation

Our Middle Years students enjoy many aspects of their learning, but assessment generally is not one of them. Several parents have reached out to seek advice on how to support their child at home to navigate the upcoming assessment period. 

Middle Years students learn differently from our senior students, and hence a focus on Middle Years is important.  Here are some insights to help you understand how our Middle Years Students Learn.

Helping your child with the study and preparation for assessment:

To overcome distractions - mobile devices and internet access are the biggest distractions to study.

1. Make the study area a mobile, TV, gaming, and internet-free zone (unless during that session they are doing research that requires internet access).
2. Turn mobiles to 'aeroplane mode' or off so there are no disruptions.
3. Consider downloading a social media lockout app or switching on aeroplane mode during study time to prevent interruptions.
4. Also, make sure friends and other family members know not to disturb study time.
5. Finish any homework for the day before starting study – remember they are separate.
6. Focus on one topic at a time.

To overcome procrastination - students often try to avoid subjects they find difficult, irrelevant, or bore them. To help your child, first, find out why they are procrastinating. Some tips to deal with procrastination include

1. Ensure they have a set study area with all equipment needed but no mobile devices.
2. Break the task down into smaller chunks such as identifying the headings for a summary first through brainstorming, listing the headings then summarising information for one heading at a time.
3. Make a to-do list of tasks they can check off as they finish.
4. Monitor their progress and reward each step.

Helping your child to be organised by:

1. Developing Routines – A routine of doing homework at a set time, ideally a little each day.
2. Set study space - Have a set place (not a bedroom) where the kids can do their homework, with the equipment they'll need:
   • Pens and pencils, highlighters, scissors, glue, scrap paper, ruler, printing paper, calculator, computer and internet access, a printer.
   • Calendars, to-do lists, and a study timetable.
     
3. Study Planner – weekly / term 
   • Prepare a study calendar. Use the Term 2 Assessment calendar provided by the school to unpack what is due and when.
   • Then diarise the dates to prepare a plan over the next few weeks.

• • Then work on a weekly study planner.

Effective parent conversations and support

• Homework is about helping kids become independent learners.
• Encourage your child to start assignments as soon as they receive them – this will help to reduce night-before stress.
  • Ask them what they are learning about?
  • What is the homework about?
  • What is the assignment?
  • When are assignments due?
• Your child needs to do their own assignments. Teachers need to know what students can do independently.
• If your child is having difficulty with their homework, contact their class teacher for help.

Study Techniques

Assignments

• Starting early.
• Spend time understanding the task- a great opportunity to ask your child what it is that they will be doing.
• Plan how to approach the assignment- what needs to be researched or learnt first before writing. 
• Checking in with them to see how they are progressing and encouraging them to seek teacher assistance with what they are having difficulties with.

Preparing for Exams

• Flash Cards - Memorisation.
• Glossary - Memorisation and developing clear and concise communication.
• Timelines - HASS, Religion, when studying historical events or findings, such as evolution.
• Mind Maps.
• Using Learning Intentions and Success Criteria should form part of their ongoing revision throughout the term.

Learner Specific Techniques

• Kinaesthetic – Learning by doing, this could include re-enacting/role play, making a model, teaching someone

• Visual –

  • Organising learning using mind maps, diagrams, colour coding, and images.

  • Watch a video on Jac Plus or YouTube

• Auditory – Focus on listening e.g.- recording their review of their learning using an audio recorder around the time of the learning, and re-listening to the audio as revision. Discussion.
• Read/write (not as common as you would think and not as effective for long-term recall) – The rewriting of notes in a more condensed and concise way, sometimes more than once.
• Write notes in a format to help understand the key ideas, one example:

In Summary, Study and Assignments:

• A flexible mindset – things can and will change in an instant. 
• Begin assignments when you get them, or the stress levels will continue to rise.
• Treat drafting as though it is the good copy.
• If no homework, revision of 20 minutes per subject covered that day.
• Write out what you know and what questions you have.

Extract from the material presented at our ‘Setting up for Academic Success’ Parent Engagement evening, Tuesday, 21 February 2023. 

Please contact Elisabeth Lord, A/ Middle Years Learning Leader for further information or to ask questions.

Sport News

INTERHOUSE RESULTS

Swimming Carnival Results 2023

Age Champions

House Points

Cross Country Carnival Results 2023

Age Champions

House Points

SECA Cross Country

Best of luck to all College runners to take to the track on Friday, 2 June representing Chisholm at SECA Cross Country. A full report of results will be placed into the next newsletter.

SECA Sport

Well done to all teams for their efforts across this season, most staff have mentioned that in only a short space of time from the students' first game to their final fixture, there was rapid improvement, an increase of learnt skills and confidence shown out on the courts/fields. A massive thankyou to all the Chisholm College staff who so readily prepared and took our students for our SECA activities in Term 2. Without their help and assistance, these days would simply not occur.

Finals results confirmed so far as followers for Chisholm winning teams:

• OzTag Year 7 Boys
• Futsal Year 7A Boys
• Futsal Year 7B Boys
• Futsal Year 10 Boys
• Futsal Open A Boys
• Volleyball Open C Girls
• Chess Year 9/10
• Chess Year 11/12

Students have nominated their Term 3 SECA options, with Mr Ellis giving multiple days/opportunities for students to see or contact him to confirm selections or make changes. Team nominations are now in and there are no further changes for external activities from this point. There is some flexibility for movement in activities run at Chisholm that do not involve competition against other schools.

Interhouse Athletics Carnival

Our Chisholm Catholic College Interhouse Athletics Carnival will be run on the final day of Term 2, Friday, 23 June. An information booklet about this event will be sent out shortly to all students and College families, outlining the days procedures, expectations, pre-events held before the actual carnival,  the nomination process for District/further representative school sport levels, and SECA Athletics team selection.

Congratulations to..

• Sophie Jackson qualified for the Qld team following her performances at the Qld State Gymnastics Championships, gaining 5th overall and on apparatus placings. She was then awarded a position in the QLD team to compete at the Australian National Gymnastics Competition on 7th  May 2023.  After a tough day of competition the Qld team were awarded first place!  Sophie qualified to compete in the finals after placing 14th overall. Well done Sophie! It is evident that Sophie's dedication and hard work in training is reflected in her achievements.

• Best of luck to the following students who will compete at the South Coast Regional Cross Country Championships on Tuesday, 30 May - Jesse Foster, Archer Miller, Cooper Verrall, Darcy Pearson, Kodee Pashko, Audrey Teunis, Nathan Brischetto, John Moloney, Gabby Foster, Rachael Senini, Hannah Rooney, Ava Ryan, Locklan Ball, Dylan Gilby, Ciara Farrell and Jack Leafe.
• Congratulations to Gabby Foster for representing South Coast Regional School Sport at the Under 15 girls Football Championships. Her team finishing 6^th from 10 teams.

• Congratulations to Jesse Foster, Nate Foster, Cooper Verrall, Jadyn Bell, for their selection in the Pacific District Football team and contesting the recent South Coast Under 12 Boys Football Championships.

• Well done to Seth Lutton who was a member of the Silver medal winning Under 14 Boys South Coast Baseball team at the State Championships.

• Leo and Kennan Gallagher finished in 4^th place at the U18 boys State Water Polo Championships, this is South Coast’s highest finish since 1989. Leo was also selected into the Queensland Schoolboys U18 Water Polo team to compete at the Australian Championships. Well done Leo!

If our students have achieved exceptional things in the Sporting arena, please send them through so we can recognise and celebrate these achievements.

Mr Mathew Ellis

Head of Sport

mathew.ellis@bne.catholic.edu.au

Tel: 3209 0700

Library News

As the term progresses, students may find themselves starting to struggle with the expectations that modern day schooling places upon them. This pressure can be relieved through a visit to the Library. Each afternoon we are open until 4pm. Whether it be for a quiet space away from the hustle and bustle to accomplish tasks set by their teacher or for help with APA referencing for their latest Science assignment, you can find support here. We are also open each morning before school, for this purpose. If you believe your child is struggling with the current demands on their time, encourage them to spend an afternoon in the library or arrive at school earlier and we will happily help.

VET News

My Skills will help if you are wanting VET training

My Skills is an Australian Government initiative that lets you search for and compare, nationally recognised training courses and providers. Click here and find more information on courses, training providers and what jobs match your skills. Compare outcomes.

• Duration 
• Locations
• Nationally accredited training providers
  

Apprenticeships with the Department of Transport and Main Roads

As a commercial business within the Queensland Transport and Main Roads, (TMR), RoadTek, a sub section of TMR, provides apprenticeships and traineeships, giving you the opportunity to combine employment and structured training while completing a nationally recognised qualification. RoadTek apprentices and trainees can be employed on either a full-time or part-time basis. Opportunities are available to everyone from mature age workers to high school students. Click here to find out more about apprenticeship and traineeship pathways through TMR.

Supporting New Clean Energy Apprenticeships

Support is now available for Australian Apprentices working in the clean energy sector as part of the Australian Government’s New Energy Apprenticeships Program. The New Energy Apprenticeships Program encourages Australians to consider careers in the clean energy sector. The clean energy sector covers up to 40 different occupations across multiple industries.

Click here to read more including these jobs that you can work in:

• installing solar panels on roofs
• working on large-scale renewable projects
• agricultural technicians.

Thoroughbred breeders Australia Fast Track traineeship program

Thoroughbred breeders Australia has launched the Fast Track program to create a pathway for talented horse people to enter the industry. If you are passionate about horses this is an opportunity where you will be employed and mentored on a respected stud farm, gain a formal qualification plus have the opportunity to learn from leaders in the global horse industry. The 12-month program provides an accelerated introduction and learning experience that will help Fast Track graduates' progress quickly in careers in the breeding industry. You will gain an introduction to all aspects of the thoroughbred industry, allowing you to kick-start your career. 

This opportunity is aimed at anybody who has a passion for horses, no matter your equine background. If you enjoy an active lifestyle, working outdoors in a social and fast-paced environment, Fast Track could be the start of an exciting new career. Click here for more information and to apply.

Want to be an apprentice?

Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer you opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs. You can use your qualification to work anywhere in Australia and around the world. Australian Apprenticeships:

• offer you the opportunity to study and earn an income while undertaking a qualification.
• can be done by anyone of working age.
• give you the chance to learn new skills while getting paid in more than 500 careers and jobs.
• can be done full-time, part-time or while you’re at school.

Check out Australian Apprenticeships and find information on:

• What apprenticeship should I do?
• I want to be an Australian Apprentice. What’s next?
• What about my rights and wages?
• What if I’m still at school?
• Where can I find more information?
• Find a provider
• Australian school-based apprenticeships

Australian Defence Force (ADF) Jobs

If you are interested in joining the ADF but don't know what ADF jobs are available, click on the home page to get you started. Click on 'Jobs' on the top navigation bar and you will see a list of jobs on offer in the various services. All jobs have a brief description, training and benefits including salary, medical and dental, work/life balance, job security and career development, skill acquisition and community involvement. 

Job Search basics workbook

The Job search basics workbook is an interactive digital resource providing a range of activities and information to help you with your job search. The workbook aims to:

• help you to understand your work preferences and skills and what you have to offer employers
• provide practical information to help you research employers you want to work for and
• help you to tailor job applications and prepare for interviews.

The workbook has four chapters, each offering interactive exercises and activities to help you build your job search skills:

• Know what you want and can offer
• Understanding employers
• Your job application
• Interviews

Queensland Police

If you are interested in exploring the career opportunities within the Queensland Police Service, you can visit their website for recruitment information. On the site you can find links to entry pathways including:

• New Recruit Pathway
• Application and eligibility details
• Multi-Cultural Recruit Program
• First Nations Entry Pathway

What does an Aviation rescue fire fighter do?

Airservices Aviation Rescue Fire Fighters work at 27 airports across Australia, providing a vital layer of safety to the travelling public. They play a crucial role ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient use of Australia’s skies. It’s this team of diverse and dynamic people on the ground that will be there to respond to the emergency and safety needs of airlines, airports and the travelling public. To be eligible you must have a Year 12 certificate or a Year 10 certificate plus a trade qualification or Certificate III, drivers’ license and a senior first aid certificate. A career with Airservices’ Aviation Rescue Fire Fighters is a career into the future. Click here to find out more about this career and see if it one for your ‘really interested’ list.

TAFE Queensland

The Minister has removed the eligibility restrictions that applied to the Diploma of Nursing. This means any student with a course commencement from this year in HLT54121 - Diploma of Nursing, who meets the below criteria can get the Diploma for FREE. New Enrolments mid-year will also be able to access fee-free funding.

• Citizenship,
• Qld residency,
• No longer at school and
• Not enrolled in training/university study

This link has the list of FEE-FREE TAFE courses and a link to the website:

Fee-Free TAFE | TAFE Queensland (tafeqld.edu.au)

Current Opportunities

Sporting Globe

Sporting Globe Logan is Logan’s newest and best Bar & Grill in the area located at the heart of the Hyperdome are looking at growing their new team and they are searching for a few young local legends to join their team. Ideally, they would love to have someone jump on board who is keen on Hospitality, they are more than willing to offer full training.  The venue manager is an ex-student of our college. Drop in to J1 if you are interested.

School-based Traineeships – Years 10 or 11 students only

Aurora Training Institute:

• Zarraffas Coffee Eagleby and Bethania BSB30120 Certificate III in Business or SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality
• Subway Crestmead: Eight Mile Plains Logan Central, and Slacks Creek Certificate III in Business or SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality

Year 12 students only

• QR (Queensland Rail) Apprentice Program is open now to pre-register for the 2024 apprentice program. There are multiple opportunities across South-East Queensland, you can work towards a qualified trade role, helping Queensland Rail be ready for the 2032 Olympics. Apprenticeships on offer are Electrical, Mechanical Fitters, Telecommunications and Traction. To pre-register please go to their website QR Apprentice Program - Pre-register at Queensland Rail | Prosple.

TAFE at School July 2023

Applications are still open for TAFE at School July intake. Please visit Careertools - Chisholm Catholic College (chisholmcatholiccollegecareers.com) to view what is on offer and instructions on how to apply.

Aviation Australia

Click here to register your attendance to Aviation Australia’s Expo.  The registration for this even is free and has already started.  It will be held on Saturday 3^rd June 2023 commencing at 10am at their venue 25 Boronia Rd Brisbane Airport.  It is a very popular day.

Careers Expo Wednesday 31^st May 2023 4pm – 6.30pm

Chisholm Catholic College’s careers expo is happening this week.  Come along and speak to industry and Tertiary representatives about your careers.  Our exhibitors are:

Pathways News

Terms 2 and 3 in the Pathways space are very exciting as this is the season of career exploration and management. Students in Year 10 will develop their Senior Education and Training Plan (SET-P), Year 11 students have finished Unit 1 and will start their tracking meetings with the Pathways team and Year 12 students begin making decisions about their life after secondary education - this typically involves lodging applications for tertiary education and training, scholarships, and work. Important information to support all Senior students and their families is available at Chisholm Catholic College Careers. If any student or parent/carer requires additional assistance, please email me to make an appointment: sshalhoub@bne.catholic.edu.au.

Upcoming Events:

Chisholm Careers Expo

This Wednesday, 31 May 2023 is Chisholm’s Careers Expo. This is an invaluable opportunity for parents/carers and students of Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 to explore a wide array of pathway options and presents an ideal platform to discuss potential career pathways with experts from tertiary institutions, trades and industries. The expo will take place in the Chisholm Centre from 4pm – 6.30pm and we look forward to welcoming you.

Date Claimers:

Year 10

Wednesday is Chisholm’s Year 10 Careers Day. This event is an important part of the Career Development Program designed to support students in discovering more about themselves and acquire essential skills and knowledge in readiness for the world of work. On the day we will run several workshops to enhance work readiness and employability skills, including mock interviews with industry experts, and a panel session with the ADF, QLD Police, Chisholm Alumni and various industry experts.

Parents/carers are asked to attend one of the information sessions in the Library for the QCE, ATAR and Subject Selections presentation in the evening – sessions will run at 4.15pm or 5.30pm. Thank you to those families who have selected a session; please use the below link to indicate your selection if you have not yet done so: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=9yCGN0qqrECQKi75E9jtadMtIZBH1bNAqRdKD4Bd3hxUOVZPRFBQOUFUUlpHWUJCRjVNRFBPSUxIUi4u

Pathways Reminders:

Year 11 Students

All Year 11 students are today on a Universities Tour at QUT’s Kelvin Grove and Garden’s Point campuses, as well as Griffith University’s Nathan campus. This is a great opportunity for students to experience university life and to learn about tertiary study opportunities including bachelor’s degrees, short courses, application processes, scholarships, how VET contributes to tertiary study and more. Parents/carers, it will be great to have a conversation with your student about new knowledge gained today and how they this applies to their future planning.

Year 12 Students

A reminder to those students registered for UQ’s Career Pulse – the event is next Wednesday, 31 May 2023. Please arrive at the College no later than 7am in full formal uniform and with your morning tea, lunch an water bottle.  

Griffith University:

Design and Visual Arts Workshop Reminder

Registrations for Griffith Uni's Design and Visual Arts Workshops have opened and spots are filling fast!  Over a two-day program held during the school holidays, you will: 

• complete at least one piece of work for your creative portfolio 
• develop an understanding of how to take photos and present them for maximum impact 
• learn how to self-promote your practice and creativity in writing. 

Remember, if you want to start study at the Queensland College of Art (QCA) from 2024, there is a new pathway to entry into their degrees via portfolio admission. These workshops are a valuable opportunity to learn the do's and don'ts of a successful portfolio so don't miss out! Click here to register and workshop details are:

• Visual Arts Workshop: Monday 26 to Tuesday 27 June 2023, South Bank campus
• Design Workshop: Monday 26 to Tuesday 27 June 2023, South Bank campus
• Design Workshop: Thursday 29 to Friday 30 June 2023, Gold Coast campus 

Musical Theatre and Acting Workshops

The Performing Arts department at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University (QCGU) invites Year 11 and 12 students with an interest in performing arts, to register for their Winter School (26 - 29 June) and Acting and Musical Theatre Audition Workshops (3 - 7 July). The programs are run by Conservatorium performance coaches and based on teaching from QCGU degrees. Click here for more information and to register.

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