20 February 2013 - Cathedral College

Vol II No: 405 20 November 2013
PRAYER
The prayer today can be found in the Diocesan Lenten Program.
Jesus, as I contemplate your face:
let me experience your great love for me.
Reveal your saving grace and give me a grateful heart.
Heal me of my weaknesses and sin and fill me with compassion for others.
Gift me with the wisdom of the Spirit and encourage me
to be a faithful witness to the Gospel.
I ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
ABSENTEE LINE: 4999 1399
The Cathedral College
New enrolments 2014
We will be hosting an Information Evening at The Cathedral College in Our Lady’s Hall on
Monday 4 March 2013 from 5.30pm, for new enrolments in 2014 and beyond. A variety
of important information will be presented. Should you require any further information
please contact the Enrolments Officer Mrs Melissa Smith on 4999 1300.
Events – 21 February – 27 February
Thursday 21 February - PC Mass 8am St Joseph’s Cathedral R/BM & R/TH
- Scholars’ Assembly 10.15am MPC
- Just Leadership Day
- CQ Chess Tournament at TCC
Friday 22 February - The Chair of St Peter, Apostle
- Bishop’s Inservice Day
- Student Free Day
- Residential Students’ Long Weekend 22 nd to 25 th
Sunday 24 February - Second Sunday of Lent
Monday 25 February - QSA Monitoring Day.
- Years 11&12 Study Day
- QCS Practice Day Year 12
- Normal Classes Years 8-10 Day students
Tuesday 26 February - Years 10, 11 & 12 Information Evening 5.30pm
Wednesday 27 February - Combined Residentials’ BBQ
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This Friday sees our whole College staff engaged in the Bishop’s Inservice Day where we follow through on knowledge
of what makes our Catholic schools and colleges different. It is a day where teachers learn more about the Catholic
tradition and ethos. As a result, students are granted a day to work on assignments and homework from home.
YEARS 10/11/12 INFORMATION EVENINGS
There has been a great response to this evening to be held next Tuesday 5.30pm in Our Lady’s Hall. Please RSVP via
the email address. The information to be presented by staff is important to all students and parents. I look forward
to seeing many of you there.
SCHOLAR’S ASSEMBLY
This will take place tomorrow at 10.15am in the MPC and some 220 students will receive awards for their achievements
in Semester II 2012. I am very pleased with the numbers of students who continue to achieve excellent results
academically. Well done to all who will receive medals.
SWIMMING CARNIVAL
It was unfortunate but a necessary decision to cancel the Carnival last Monday. We are examining if we are able to
run it at a different time or with a different format. We are wanting students, who enjoy swimming, to have a chance
to compete with others.
Mr Rob Alexander
St Patrick’s Day Races
Saturday 16 March 2013
This year the Diocesan Catholic Education Office and Rockhampton Region Catholic Primary Schools will be
hosting a fundraising luncheon in the upstairs grandstand at Callaghan Park.
Monies raised on the day will be returned to Rockhampton Region Catholic Primary Schools and the Catholic
Schools Flood Appeal to assist those affected by the recent floods.
Tickets are $100 per person and include:
Entry to racetrack, entry to grandstand, free drink on arrival, nibblies on arrival, 2 course buffet lunch, full use
of bar, TOTE and bookmaker facilities in air-conditioned comfort.
To make your reservation, please contact the Diocesan Catholic Education Office on Ph. 49313 600.
The Annual Catholic Parish of Rockhampton South Fair
Date: 10 May 2013
Time: 5.00pm – 9.00pm
Venue: The Cathedral College Grounds
A bar will be operating, entertainment for the children with rides for four hours, and much more
There will be 4 major prizes hopefully
Mark your calendars for this event.
If anyone from our faith communities is able to empty jars to be filled with jam, lemon butter etc, please
leave at any of the Schools within our Parish, or at the Cathedral Centre.

From the ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL: STUDIES
SCHOLARS’ ASSEMBLY: On Thursday, 21 February, at 10.15am. A full list of medal recipients was published on the
TCC website. Parents and guardians of medal winners are most welcome to attend the ceremony. Please contact the
College, if you wish to attend the Scholars’ Assembly, in order to reserve seating. All award recipients are reminded
that they need to wear their green school uniform. Male award recipients will need to wear their tie.
QSA MONITORING DAY: A reminder to all parents that Monday, 25 February is a Study Day for students in Year 11
and Year 12 not sitting the QCS Test. Year 12 students who are OP eligible, have QCS practice sessions during this
day – attendance is essential for their preparation of this test. All students in Years 8, 9 and 10 have school as usual.
These students will have normal classes as per their regular timetabled day.
God Bless
Mr Andrew Stein
From the ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL: STUDENTS
YEAR 8 CAMP: The Year 8 Camp held last week provided an excellent opportunity for students to be involved in both
core class and House activities. I thank all the core teachers of Year 8 and Ms Lester for their dedication and
enthusiasm. There are a number of items of lost property following the camp and it can be collected from the College
Office.
YEAR 8 IMMUNISATION PROGRAMME: TCC will again participate in the annual school based vaccination program.
Every Year 8 and 10 student has been given an envelope with information and a permission form for parents/caregivers
to sign and return to the College Office. Please note that only students who return their signed consent forms will
attend the clinic. Forms are to be returned no later than Tuesday 26 February. The clinic will be held Wednesday 13
March.
Mr Tim Murphy
From the ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL: MISSION
Preparation for Sacraments: Thank you to the parents who have contacted me regarding their son or daughter
completing their Sacraments of Initiation. If there are any others students who would like to prepare to complete the
Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, First Eucharist or Communion, could parents or students please contact me. I
can be contacted by phone (49991300) or e-mail (claire.stitt@tccr.com.au). Lessons will commence early next term.
TCC/Parish Mass: Thank you to all those who attended our first TCC/Parish Mass on Saturday night. It was wonderful
to be a part of the celebration that evening. Thank you to the students and staff who ministered so well that evening
as readers, welcomers, Special Ministers etc. Members of the Music Ministry group led by Mrs Mitchell, led the singing
in a prayerful way. Congratulations to all. The next TCC/Parish Mass is on 9 March at 6pm. Come along and celebrate
with us.
Thursday morning Mass: This Thursday will see Mrs Mallory’s and Mr Hooper’s PCs taking on the ministries at our
8am Mass at the Cathedral. A special invitation goes to Year 10 students this week.
Project Compassion: We continue to encourage generosity in our outreach during Lent this year. Students can
contribute during PC time or drop their loose change into collection boxes around the College.
Lenten program: A reminder about the Diocesan Lenten reflection program which is available
electronically. The theme for Lent 2013 is:
Seeing the Face of Jesus………..
I invite all families to engage with this program.
The link for the program can be found at: http://www.rok.catholic.edu.au/communication_publications.htm
Prayers and Blessings,
Mrs Claire Stitt

From the MIDDLE SCHOOL COORDINATOR
Year 8 Camp: Last week our Year 8 students attended camp at “Cool
Waters” in Yeppoon. The purpose of the camp was for students to build
relations with their core teachers and other students in their class and
House group. A great time was had by all. Students participated in a
range of activities over the two days. It was wonderful to see so many
students and teachers actively engaged and having a great time.
Students were also given the opportunity to learn more about life at
the College including our strong foundations. I have no doubt this
experience will enhance students’ Year 8 experience for the remainder
of the year. I would like to thank all the staff involved for their time and
efforts.
Ms Karen Lester
From the CULTURAL DEPARTMENT
Opening College Mass: Congratulations and thank you to the Music Ministry students who led the singing at the
TCC/Parish Mass on Saturday. The psalm was beautifully sung by Rachel Lahz.
Music Workshop Day: All ensembles will take part in a compulsory ‘workshop day’ on Saturday 2 March here at TCC.
This will replace the annual Music Camp that will not take place due to the closure of our regular camp site. Students
are asked to free themselves from work and other commitments to attend this important day.
Ensemble Rehearsals Times
Monday Music Ministry (was known as First Lunch
Church Choir)
Monday Guitar Ensemble 3.15pm-4.15pm
Tuesday Wind Ensemble 7.15am-8.20am
Tuesday Year 9 Vocal Ensemble First Lunch 11.25am
Tuesday College Choir 3.15pm-4.30pm
Wednesday Men’s Vocal Ensemble First Lunch 11.25am
Thursday Concert Band 7.15am-8.20am
Thursday Year 8 Vocal Ensemble First Lunch 11.25am
Friday Jazz Ensemble 7.15am-8.20am
Friday Year 10-12 Vocal Ensemble First Lunch
Friday Stage Band 3.15pm-4.30pm
Friday String Ensemble 3.15pm-4.30pm
The Importance of Being Earnest: Students will present this play on Friday 26 April at 7pm and Saturday 27 April at
1.30pm in Our Lady’s Hall. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children. A bar will be operational for the Saturday evening
performance.
A reminder to students that there will be NO REHEARSAL this Friday but normal rehearsals will resume this Sunday.
Cultural Supporters Group: This wonderful group of parents is a subcommittee of the TCC P&F that supports cultural
activities within the College by providing assistance at functions and organising fundraising activities. Discussion and
planning takes place for fundraising opportunities to help our students participate in the many activities this College
offers. Informal meetings are held monthly (the last Monday of the month) in Our Lady’s Hall commencing at 5.30pm
and ending by 6.15pm. The first meeting for the year is this coming Monday 25 February. Please contact myself
through the College Office (49991300) if you would like to be involved or just turn up to the meetings.
Illustrating and Creativity Workshops: Australian children’s illustrator and author Michael Salmon will hold two
workshops this Saturday 23 February at the Rockhampton Regional Library at a cost of $10 per person. 10am -11.30am
- Stand-up comedy/creativity session for kids. 2-3pm – Illustrating and creativity for adults. For bookings please phone
49368043.

Date Claimers for Term One
2 March TCC Music Workshop Day
9 March TCC/Parish Mass
20 March Mass of the Oils
22 March Easter Liturgy of the Word
Have a wonderful week.
Mrs Bernadette Mitchell
From the COLLEGE CAPTAINS
Hello everybody,
Last Thursday on Valentine’s Day, the Seniors really got into the
spirit and spread the love. There were singing telegrams, red roses
and chocolate hearts delivered and sold to ensure everyone was
feeling the love and the Valentine’s Day spirit. There was a lot of
effort put into the celebrations from the Year 12’s to ensure the
lunch time serenades were a success, and it really paid off. A big
thankyou to everyone that helped and participated as the funds
raised went to the CQ flood appeal, TCC was able to collect $425 for
the worthy cause. It was great to see such a fun filled day go towards
such a great cause.
In other news around the College, the College Captains hosted the Regional School Leaders Network Induction last
Thursday. It was such a great chance to meet other school leaders from around the district and represent our College.
Tayla Stanke, Kathleen Dunne, Louis Magnussen and Curtis Duff
TCC College Captains and Residential Captains were inducted at the Rockhampton Region’s 2013 College Leaders
Induction Ceremony held in the Cathedral last week. Curtis Duff, Louis Magnussen, Tayla Stanke, Kathleen Dunne,
Blair Bongers and Julia Larsen, together with 100 students from the twelve other regional high schools, pledged
leadership through service and example in upholding their College motto and mission. Following the ceremony the
leaders, together with principals, gathered at TCC for a BBQ.
From the ACADEMIC DEAN OF TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION - Home Economics
Due to unforeseen circumstances, The Trivia Night scheduled for Saturday 2 March has been cancelled. Apologies
for any inconvenience.
Mrs Derryn Acutt

SPORTS NEWS
AFL Jumpers Blessed: It is a great tradition in the Catholic Church to
show our gratitude for our fortune and to ask for God’s protection of
things that we value. Catholic families can ask for a blessing on things
like a new house, car or Rosary beads. This year we finally received new
AFL jumpers for the TCC team and to show our gratitude and seek God’s
protection we asked Father John Hogan to bless our new set of jumpers
at Mass last Thursday. I am sure this blessing will bring safety and
success to our AFL teams as we begin a new season this afternoon at
Kele Park 4pm.
Mr Gerard Raven
From the DIRECTOR OF SPORT
Welcome from the Sports Desk to all of our new students here at TCC for their first time and a big welcome back to all
returning students. Sport at TCC in 2013 is set to be a big one with school sport and representative sport already
kicking off!
To keep up to date with all of the latest sporting news, results and opportunities here at TCC, it is recommended that
you frequently check out the sports section on our website, make it a habit to check the sports noticeboard on a
regular basis and continue to read the weekly publication, the Chronicle.
For new students and their families, it is recommended that you also make yourself familiar with the sport policies
and procedures. These are available on our website, under the Sports section.
SWIMMING CARNIVAL: Unfortunately due to adverse weather conditions and the state of the Southside Pool, our
first Interhouse event, the Swimming Carnival had to be postponed. We are looking at alternative dates to hold this
event. Please watch this space and check the College website for more information. We apologise for any
inconvenience caused to any families.
The TCC Swimming Squad has been chosen to compete at the Rockhampton Interschool Carnival to be held at
Rockhampton Grammar School on Monday 4 March. The squad of 40 has been posted on the sports noticeboard. All
students are asked to collect a consent form from the Sports Office and return it to confirm your spot in the squad.
SCHOOL SPORT: A number of our school sporting competitions have already commenced, these include AFL, Girls
Basketball and Water Polo. Students have also been asked to express their interest in Rugby Union and Lawn Bowls.
Consent forms for all school sports need to be collected from the Sports Office and returned to the Front Counter with
any necessary levy before students are allowed to compete.
REPRESENTATIVE SPORT: If you are interested in trialling for representative honours, it is essential that you see Mr
Dever for the necessary paperwork ASAP as there is very limited turnaround time. All representative trials have and
will be advertised in the morning notices and on the sports noticeboard. Please take notice of not only the trial dates,
but also the dates that paperwork is due to be returned. Secondary School Sport operates via extremely strict
deadlines meaning that students will not be able to trial if their paperwork is not returned by the allocated dates with
the associated trial costs.
WHATS HAPPENING AROUND THE GROUNDS: This section is where we acknowledge the outstanding sporting
achievements of our students as well as keep you up to date with what’s happening around our community.
We already have a number of students who have made representative teams, these include:
Tashina Ketchup – Capricornia AFL
Vera Duncan – Capricornia AFL
Jezebel Gisu – Capricornia Volleyball
Renee Donpon – Capricornia Waterpolo
Rachel Lahz – Capricornia Waterpolo
Steele Gribble – Capricornia Waterpolo
Cody O’Grady – Capricornia Waterpolo

Tom Nelson – Capricornia Swimming
Jared O’Hanlon – Capricornia Swimming
Dahlas Rogers – Capricornia Swimming
Lana Rogers – Capricornia Swimming
Katelyn Lynch – Capricornia Swimming
Matilda Phelan – Capricornia Swimming
Quentin McBean – Capricornia Swimming
Tom Farr – Capricornia Swimming
Congratulations to these students and good luck to all students taking part in upcoming Rockhampton, Capricornia
and State trials.
Mr Paul Dever
TCC Ash Wednesday Liturgy
“Turn away from selfishness and
let your life be good news.”

St Joseph’s Wandal &
The Cathedral College Rockhampton
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‘Party At The Park’
12 Noon Saturday 11th May, 2013
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