Festival Friday Last Friday, students, parents and staff enjoyed a fun-filled day of festivities at the College to celebrate the final formal schooling day for our Year 12 students. I would like to thank all the staff involved in organising this day of celebrations. It was great to have so many parents attend and for students to farewell each other and staff in such a special way.
I would like to wish our Year 12 students all the very best in their external exams and work experience. I look forward to seeing them all at the Final Assembly on Thursday 14 November and then on Friday 15 November for their Graduation Mass.
World Teacher’s Day – Friday 25 October 2024 Today is World Teacher’s Day and I would like to thank and
acknowledge all our hard working staff who give their time to support and help our students grow. Every day our teachers strive to create a safe and supportive classroom where students are encouraged to give their best. I wish to thank all our staff for their
dedication and commitment to Catholic Education and to their students.
Hats off to teachers this World Teacher’s Day.
Valedictory Evening On Wednesday 16 October, we proudly celebrated the achievements of our Year 12 cohort during our Valedictory Evening at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre. The event brought together parents, family members and staff, all to applaud the remarkable academic success of our graduating class.
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Father Matthias Ogwo and Sister Kerry-Ann Sullivan for their assistance with award presentations. A special thank you also goes to Michelle King for her Vote of Thanks on behalf of the parents to the College staff.
Congratulations to the graduating class of 2024! Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off.
Upcoming Events I wish to draw your attention to the following upcoming events;
30 October – Junior Sports Awards
12 November – Year 11 Awards
15 November – Senior Graduation Mass
20 November – Year 10 Semi Formal
21 November – Orientation Day
22 November – Thanksgiving Mass Mercy Campus
Valedictory Award Listing For 2024
Marist Sisters’ Award for Academic Effort This award honours the contributions of the Marist Sisters in education within the Mackay District, continuing the legacy of their founders, Jeanne-Marie Chavoin and Jean-Claude Colin. The Marist Sisters always valued effort in all aspects of education.
Awardees must show a majority of the criteria below in five subjects as judged by the teacher of that subject.
Completing set tasks (class time / homework)
Shown perseverance
Shown interest and attention
Ability to work with peers / teachers
Ability to work without close supervision
Actively cooperative
Havana Abbott, Demi Andersen, Lana Barnes, Maggie Bath, Chloe Bell, Hannah Bettini, Lila Blackburn, Charli Borg, Chelsea Bostock, Mia Bradford, Mackensie Brown, Jada Cahill, Arabella Calkin, Frances Carroll, Lauren Carroll, Jaymie Clancy, Brielle Contor, Eli Corker, Zed Cousen, Ruby Crouch, Flynn Cureton, Mischa Dinsdale, Robert Dodds, David Dogao, Charlotte Fagan, Emma-Lea Finch, Riley Giddy, Tahlia Grima, Xavier Grogan, Jessica Harris, Bellanca Luciya Hawkins, Taylah Hayles, Mikayla Heaney, Beatrize Ilagan, Gabrielle Ipson, Mia Jackson, Hannah Jensen, Jessica Kelleher, Rhylea Kynaston, Melisa Li, Ruby Lucas, Ashlie Mae Cruzat Macatangay, Corey Martin, Sienna Mayer, Molly McKendry, Bethany McPherson, Chelsea Meigan, Isaak Mezzen, Jamison Mifsud, Abbey Morris, Kaden Muscat, Olivia Neale, Kai Nicholson, Ebony Norris, Evelyn O'Brien, Kimberly Ortega, Alleixa Pascual, Makayla Phillips, Etienne Pretorius, William Radke, Jake Rickards, Kristen Rowlands, Aengus Saji, Ishka Shepherd, Ethan Siddle, Victoria Silman, Olivia Smyth, Anthony Sorbello¸ Kendra Stewart, Katelyn Sturdy, Lily Taylor, Harper Theiber, Cameron Tomerini, Isabella Town, Thao Tran, Lilly Uhr, Sienna Uriarte, Alyssa van Lint, Jhett Vivian, Asha Voll, Kayli Vormister, Lily Wardrop, Isabella Watkins, Mikayla Webb, Mackenzie Wotherspoon¸ Camryn Zeller and Liam Zurvas.
Christian Brothers’ Award for Academic Excellence This award acknowledges and celebrates the faith, commitment and work of the Christian Brothers, who followed in the tradition of their Founder, Edmund Rice. The Brothers educated thousands of students at St Patrick’s since 1929, always demanding excellence in all areas from their students. Students receiving the Academic Excellence Award must achieve greater than or equal to 23 points over five subjects.
Awardees will be determined by academic results. A, B, C : 5, 4, 3 points; over best five subjects. Excellence: 23, 24, 25 points.
Havana Abbott, Demi Andersen, Yannick Atta, Lana Barnes, Maggie Bath, Charli Borg, Mia Bradford, Mackensie Brown, Grace Buhlmann, Jada Cahill, Arabella Calkin, Lauren Carroll, Frances Carroll, Jaymie Clancy, Thomas Collins, Justis Costigan, Ruby Crouch, Flynn Cureton, Mischa Dinsdale, David Dogao, Luke Dowden, Nelson Fenlon, Matthew Gakowski, Lucas Galea, Amy Goode, Tahlia Grima, Xavier Grogan, Daniel Harris, Jessica Harris, Bellanca Luciya Hawkins, Taylah Hayles, Mikayla Heaney, Bryn Henson, Shelbi Heywood, Camden Hopes, Beatrize Ilagan, Gabrielle Ipson, Hannah Jensen, Jessica Kelleher, Ella Kerr, Rhylea Kynaston, Cadence Leonard, Melisa Li, Gian Lim, Charles Lott, Ruby Lucas, Ashlie Mae Cruzat Macatangay, Corey Martin, Molly McKendry, Bethany McPherson, Isaak Mezzen, Jamison Mifsud, Abbey Morris, Jack Muller, Erin Murphy, Kaden Muscat, Olivia Neale, Ebony Norris, Evelyn O'Brien, Alleixa Pascual, Breanna Paskins, Makayla Phillips, Etienne Pretorius, William Radke, Jake Rickards, Kristen Rowlands, Aengus Saji, Reuben Saron, Kooper Shears, Ishka Shepherd, Victoria Silman, Olivia Smyth, Anthony Sorbello, Flynn Steindl, Lucette Stinson, Katelyn Sturdy, Lily Taylor, Cameron Tomerini, Thao Tran, Lilly Uhr, Emily Upton, Alyssa van Lint, Billy Vogler, Kayli Vormister, Thomas Walz, Lily Wardrop, Mikayla Webb, Ella Webb, Lilly Yet Foy, Camryn Zeller, Kacee Ziegeler, Harrison Ziekenheiner and Liam Zurvas.
Christian Brothers’ Award for Academic Merit This award acknowledges and celebrates the faith, commitment and work of the Christian Brothers, who followed in the tradition of their Founder, Edmund Rice. The Brothers educated thousands of students at St Patrick’s since 1929, always demanding excellence in all areas from their students. Students receiving the Academic Merit Award must receive between 20 to 22 points over five subjects.
Awardees will be determined by academic results. A, B, C : 5, 4, 3 points; over best five subjects. Merit: 20, 21, 22 points.
Will Albert, Nyah Anderson, Jackson Aslette, Kelly Attard, Flynn Battaia, Chloe Bell, Hannah Bettini, Lila Blackburn, George Borg, Jacee Borg, Lilly Borowicz, Chelsea Bostock, Ava Bowtell, Sophie Cameron, Brodie Carlill, Zoe Castelletto, Seana Christensen, Tasanee Chuadee, Hudson Clark, Brielle Contor, Eli Corker, Zed Cousen, Saxon Crofts, Darcy Daly, Lachlan Davies, Ben Devitt, Robert Dodds, Charlotte Fagan, Emma-Lea Finch, Jack Fogarty, Harrison Gauci-Esmond, Riley Giddy, Samuel Gordon, William Graham, Clayton Grech, Connor Griffiths, Campbell Grisan-Hodges, Jack Hall, Lilly Hansen, Sharkira Hayward, Jack Hinschen, Kayce Hoani-Vincent, Ella Hoare, Sarina Hooper, Alexandra Illguth, Mia Jackson, Amelia Jasch, Zac Jesinowski, Jessika Maley¸ Lane Maunder, Sienna Mayer, Aidyn McSherry, Chelsea Meigan, Harrison Midgley, Kouper Minniecon, Summer Mitchell, Paige Mooney, Evie Muscat, Oscar Naumann, Liam Newbery, Kai Nicholson, Ava Noy, Kimberly Ortega, Nate Paskins, Sarri Peltonen, Keely Phelan, Keely Pitt, Sophie Reilly, Brody Robinson, Charli Roelandts, Lukas Rokic, Jarrod Shepherd, Hayley Sleeman, Leigh Southwell, Edward Spicer, Lachlan Starr, Kendra Stewart, Cooper Stingle, Noah Strachan, Brandon Sweeney, Charles Tickle, Isabella Town, Madison Tucker, Sienna Uriarte, Thomas Vella, Jhett Vivian, Asha Voll, Isabella Watkins, Lachlan Whippy, Sarah Worsley, Mackenzie Wotherspoon, Ella Young and Mia Young.
Mercy Sisters’ Subject Awards This award recognises the contribution of the Mercy Sisters to the education of young women on the St Patrick’s College site – the work that now continues at St Patrick’s College in the tradition of their founder Catherine McAuley. Students receiving this award must achieve the highest result for each subject.
Accounting - Alleixa Pascual Ancient History - Thao Tran Aquatic Practices - Justis Costigan Biology - Mackensie Brown, Arabella Calkin and Anthony Sorbello Business - Breanna Paskins Certificate I in Construction - Nelson Fenlon Certificate II in Engineering Pathways - Liam Zurvas and Liam Newbery Certificate II in Hospitality - Jack Hinschen Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) - Harrison Gauci-Esmond Certificate III in Business / Certificate II in Tourism - Demi Andersen Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology - Olivia Smyth Certificate III in Fitness - Jaymie Clancy, Brielle Contour and Aidyn McSherry Certificate III in Health Services Assistance - Olivia Neale and Lilly Uhr Certificate III in Laboratory Skills - Isabella Watkins Chemistry - Gabrielle Ipson, Melisa Li and William Radke Dance in Practice - Grace Buhlmann and Kayli Vormister Design - Olivia Smyth Digital Solutions - Bellanca Luciya Hawkins Drama - Katelyn Sturdy Early Childhood Studies - Camryn Zeller English - Olivia Smyth English and Literature Extension - Lily Wardrop Essential English - Daniel Harris and Chelsea Bostock Essential Mathematics - Lilly Borowicz and Olivia Neale Film, Television & New Media - Rhylea Kynaston Food and Nutrition - Olivia Smyth Furnishing Skills - Thomas Collins General Mathematics - Maggie Bath and Thomas Walz Industrial Graphics Skills - Cameron Tomerini and Jack Muller Japanese - Xavier Grogan Legal Studies - Alleixa Pascual and Anthony Sorbello Literature - Gabrielle Ipson, Melisa Li, Abbey Morris and William Radke Mathematical Methods - Xavier Grogan, Melisa Li and Jake Rickards Modern History - Molly McKendry and Evelyn O’Brien Music - Billie Little Physical Education - Camryn Zeller Physics - Xavier Grogan, Gabrielle Ipson, Melisa Li, Jamison Mifsud and William Radke Religion & Ethics - Melisa Li Science in Practice - Ella Webb Specialist Mathematics - Xavier Grogan and Melisa Li Sport and Recreation - Paige Mooney and Thomas Walz Study of Religion - Evelyn O’Brien Visual Art - Ishka Shepherd and Olivia Smyth
SPECIAL AWARDS PRESENTED
AMARLIE CARROLL MEMORIAL SPORTSPERSONS OF THE YEAR AWARDS This award commemorates the life and work of teacher Amarlie Carroll who died from brain cancer in 2013. Amarlie was an inspirational teacher, friend, mentor and coach for the St Patrick’s College community. Her enthusiasm and passion for sport, especially Basketball was infectious.
It is awarded for:
Excellent display of sportsmanship throughout the year including respect to coaches, officials and team-mates
Leadership in the sporting arena
Balance between their sporting and study commitments
The winners of the Amarlie Carroll Memorial Awards are: Lachlan Davies and Kayce Hoani-Vincent
CULTURAL STUDENTS OF THE YEAR FOR 2024 This award is for:
Outstanding achievement and participation in cultural activities
Leadership in the cultural area
Representation of the College through a number of cultural events
Balance between cultural and study commitments
Awarded to Year 12 students
The winners of the Cultural Students of the Year Award are: Gabrielle Ipson and Melisa
TONY DRUERY AWARD FOR ENCOURAGEMENT IN VISUAL ARTS This award is named in memory of Mr Tony Druery. An inspirational role model, teacher, friend and mentor for St Patrick’s students and staff 1992 – 2016. His enthusiasm for art was infectious and he was well known in the Mackay community as a local artist who always shared his passion for painting and print making. Tony encouraged his students to develop their creative talents and to never settle for mediocrity. His unique pieces of artwork of the local region are proudly displayed in schools, homes and businesses throughout Mackay. Tony was a role model in so many ways and was always a great sounding board for both staff and students. He was always the advocate for the underdog and was unashamedly admired and respected for this quality.
It is awarded to:
A student from either Year 11 or 12 most deserving of encouragement in Visual Arts
The winner of the Tony Druery Award for Encouragement in Visual Arts is: Ishka Shepherd
JULIE DELANEY MEMORIAL AWARD This award commemorates the life and work of teacher Julie Delaney who died from cancer in 1989. Julie had a particular passion, enormous success and skill for working in the area of vocational education.
It is awarded to a student studying a Vocational Education and Training course, on the basis of:
Academic results
Application to set tasks
Ability to work with peers
Ability to use own initiative
Ability to work without close supervision
Completion of a majority of relevant learning outcomes
Conduct, manner and bearing of a standard that reflects the good name of the College
The winner of the Julie Delaney Memorial Award is: Chelsea Bostock
ANTHONY MCNEILL MEMORIAL AWARD This award commemorates past student and Leading Aircraftsman Anthony McNeill, Airman of No. 77 Battalion, who was tragically killed in a training flight at RAAF Base Williamstown.
It is awarded for:
Commitment to Christian belief and practice
Promoting partnership between students, staff and parents as expressed in the College Mission Statement
The winner of the Anthony McNeill Memorial Award is: Gian Lim
FRANCIS XAVIER FULTON MEMORIAL AWARD This award commemorates past Principal Francis Xavier Fulton’s belief in the ‘Renaissance’ student who has an interest, talent and success in all areas – spiritual, academic, cultural, sporting and community service in the spirit of the College Mission Statement.
It is awarded for:
Excellence in academic, cultural and sporting endeavours in the spirit of the Mission Statement of the College
The winner of the Francis Xavier Fulton Memorial Award is: William Radke
BUCAS AWARD This award recognises the enormous contribution Father Pierre-Marie (Paul) Bucas made to the Mackay Community through his many years of dedicated service to the people of this region. Fr Bucas believed in the model of the ‘servant leader’ who excelled in all areas but served those in need in his immediate community. It is the Supreme Award of the College.
It is awarded for:
Honourable representation of the College
Consistently good application in academic endeavour
Committed service to and concern for others
Commendable sense and use of initiative
Excellence in conduct and dress
The winner of the Bucas Award is: William Radke
Assistant Principal Mission - Brendan Gunning
Brekky Van - Year 12 Students
It was standing room only at the final Brekky Van shift for our Year 12 students last Friday. Thank you to our students for their support over the years and for what you have done giving back to our community, always reliable and dedicated to helping. Our Junior students will continue to cook and serve our guests until the end of the year.
The fruit of love is service, which is compassion in action. ~ Mother Teresa ~
Assistant Principal Administration-Tracey McLeod
School TV: The Cost of Living Crisis
In our ever-changing economic landscape, parents and caregivers are increasingly faced with the task of broaching the subject of growing expenses with their children. While the instinct may be to shield young people from life’s challenges, there's a growing belief that addressing real-world issues, including financial uncertainties, can actually foster resilience and understanding. Striking a balance between protection and education is crucial for those looking to empower their children.
To effectively introduce the topic of finances, we need to be mindful of the timing and setting of the conversation. Using straightforward, age-appropriate language helps maintain transparency, and openly discussing adjustments to the family budget can carry significant weight. By encouraging children to participate in finding creative ways to save and make thoughtful spending choices, parents can nurture a sense of responsibility.
This Special Report offers a valuable opportunity to enhance children's financial literacy, equipping them with the resilience needed to thrive in an increasingly complex world.
Head of Sport We recently celebrated our 2024 Senior Sports Awards. Congratulations to all award winners and special mention to our Senior Sportswoman and Sportsman of the Year, Kayce H & Lachlan D.
Mercy Campus Sports Awards Assembly will be held Wednesday 30 October. Please note, all major award winners will be sent an invitation in the upcoming weeks.
We look forward to celebrating our students' achievements in School Sport.
Basketball The Champion Basketball School of Queensland (CBSQ) for 2024 showcased an impressive display of talent and sportsmanship as schools from across the state gathered to compete on the Gold Coast. This year, the Opens division allowed 160 schools to assemble their best teams, regardless of age, in a quest for championship glory.
Girls' Division Highlights The girls' team, coached by Jaimey Doevendans, who has dedicated 11 years to coaching voluntarily, and captained by Hannah J, competed in Division 1. The team had a stellar performance, suffering only one narrow loss during the pool rounds to Marsden State High School. Advancing to the semi-finals, they faced Brisbane State High School, where they were narrowly defeated. However, the girls showcased their resilience by rebounding in the bronze medal match against Marsden State High once again, ultimately securing the bronze medal for Division 1.
Boys' Division Performance On the boys' side, the team was coached by Rachel McKenzie and captained by Ben D and Archie H. Competing in Division 2, and after a tough start, the boys went on a winning streak over the next 3 games including our quarter final, which set them up for a semi-final clash against Marist College Ashgrove. The boys fought hard but fell short in a narrow loss. They faced Southport State High School in the bronze medal match, finishing in 4th place in Division 2 and ranking 20th overall in the state.
The achievements of both teams reflect their hard work and dedication throughout the tournament. Special thanks are due to Miss Sarah Gibbs and Mrs Lorraine Di Filippo for their invaluable management expertise. As the program looks ahead to 2025, there is a palpable excitement about the growth and potential of these young athletes.
With St Patrick’s College, Mackay now competing across various divisions and ages, CBSQ continues to be a premier event in both our school and Queensland's school basketball calendar, providing a platform for future basketball stars to shine. The tournament not only fosters competitive spirit but also builds camaraderie among schools statewide. As a school, St Patrick’s College continues to blaze a new path as a basketball powerhouse amongst Queensland Schools. We are incredibly proud of our Open’s team efforts.
Our Year 7 and 8 Sophomore boys and girls compete this week, 24 - 27 October. We wish all players and staff great success and look forward to sharing news of our Junior and Sophomore teams in the upcoming newsletter.
Touch Football Gold Coast Titans All Schools (GCTAS) is an annual touch football event run by Queensland Touch Football held at the world class Gold Coast Performance Centre at Runaway Bay, Queensland.
Held in October, it is the world’s largest touch football tournament, with over 550 teams representing various schools both nationally and internationally.
This year, the College entered U15 Girls, U15 Boys and Open Mixed. Across the 5-day tournament, over 7,200 students took to the fields playing over 1,850 games across 30 fields, attracting between 6,000 and 10,000 spectators.
The teams achieved well in all competitions with U15 Girls placing second in their pool, U15 Boys fourth in their pool and Open Mixed fifth Overall in the Mixed Division. Congratulations to the following students for being named Player’s Player for their respective teams for the tournament:
Maddie Pearce, Mason Mayer and Coby Cabassi.
Best and Fairest Award winners: U15 Girls: Indy Jorgensen U15 Boys: Darcy Cabassi Open Mixed: Toby Falconer
Student Counsellor
Let's Talk About Mental Health
Adolescence is a crucial period for mental health, marked by significant physical, emotional, and psychological changes. Understanding and supporting teens through this stage can help them develop into healthy adults. Talking to your adolescent about mental health can feel very daunting, however it is crucial for their well-being to be able to have open and honest conversations around not only their mental health, but those around them. This will help them develop perspective and empathy for others, as well as help them understand that they are not alone.
Here are some steps and tips to help guide the conversation:
1.Choose the Right Time and Place: Find a quiet, comfortable setting where your teenager feels safe. Avoid starting the conversation during a stressful moment or when either of you is upset. 2. Use Age-Appropriate Language: Tailor your language to your child’s age and developmental level. Younger children might need simpler terms, while older children or teens can handle more complex discussions. 3. Be Open and Honest: Share your concerns in a gentle, non-judgmental way. Use “I” statements, like “I’ve noticed you seem really sad lately,” to express your observations without making them feel blamed. 4. Listen Actively: Give your teenager space to express their feelings without interrupting or rushing to solve the problem. Validate their emotions by acknowledging how they feel. 5. Encourage Expression: Help your teenager find ways to express their emotions, whether through talking, drawing, writing, or another outlet they’re comfortable with. 6. Reassure Them: Let your teenager know that it’s okay to have feelings and that seeking help is a sign of strength. Reassure them that you’re there to support them. 7. Discuss Professional Help: If appropriate, talk about the possibility of seeking help from a mental health professional. Frame it as a positive step toward feeling better, not as a punishment. 8. Provide Ongoing Support: Keep the lines of communication open. Check in regularly and continue to offer support and encouragement. 9. Model Healthy Behaviour: Demonstrate healthy coping strategies and self-care in your own life. Children often learn by observing the adults around them. 10. Educate Yourself: Learn about mental health issues and resources available. This will help you provide better support and understand what your child might be experiencing.
Remember, the goal is to create a supportive environment where your teenager feels safe to talk about their mental health. Your approach can make a significant difference in how they cope and seek help.
If you have any concerns around your child’s mental health, or want further information on how to support, feel free to email one of our College counsellors.
We’re excited to announce that Vinnies is collecting donations for the annual Christmas Hamper Appeal. During homeroom, students have discussed the importance of giving and how these hampers help families in need. Now it’s time to take action!
Please refer to the list below of recommended grocery items for the Hampers.
Mercy Campus Homeroom Challenge Students are encouraged to start bringing in their donations, with a reward for the homeroom that fills the most hampers. The winning homeroom will enjoy a special homeroom lunch, valued at $100!
Grocery items can be delivered to Homerooms or dropped to Student Reception.
Let’s make a difference this holiday season. Every donation counts!
Finance Department
School Fees Due 31 October 2024
School fees are due by 31 October and we kindly request prompt payment from those parents who are not currently on an existing payment plan.
We understand that some families may be facing financial challenges. If you are having trouble with the payment of school fees, we encourage you to reach out to our Finance team. We will work with you to find a suitable solution and ensure that your child's education is not affected by financial hardships.
The Finance team is prepared to discuss various payment options, including instalment plans. All communication with the Finance team will be treated confidentially.
From the Office
Updating Media Consent
Parent / Student Consent We would like to remind all parents and guardians to update their child’s consents via Parent Lounge. We currently have a large number of students who do not have media consent. This prohibits us from publishing your child’s photo in our newsletter, on Facebook or any other form of media. Student’s images are only ever used with the child’s first name or initial and surname to protect their identity.
Update Parental Consents Step 1 - Log onto Parent Lounge Step 2 - Under the Student Details tab > General Details > Consents
Step 3 – Click on Update
Step 4 – Enter Y (Yes) for permission or N (No) for no permission
1. External Displays, Website and Promotional material for School/College, CEDR and Queensland Catholic Education Commission. 2. Social Media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) for School/College, CEDR and / or the Queensland Catholic Education Commission. 3. In local, regional, state, and national media outlets representing the School/College. 4. I/we consent to the school sharing my/our personal information (limited to name, address, telephone numbers, occupation) to its associated supporting groups (e.g. Parents & Friends' Association, Parents Network and sporting and cultural support groups), and my son’s/daughter's details to the – School Past Pupils’ Association when he/she leaves the school, if applicable. 5. I/we consent to the school disclosing to the Australian Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) information such as our child’s gender, date of birth, country of birth, background language, residential address, parental occupation, and parental education. The information provided is anonymous and will be used in formulating national reports consisting of aggregated data on school performance and assisting government to formulate policies in relation to education matters. CEDR encourages parents/guardians to provide this information, the exclusion of data could result in reduced funding for the school your child attends.
*Note - You can select Y (Yes) or N (No) for each of these categories, they do not have to be the same response for all 5 areas. For example, you may give your consent for (1) Ext Display, Website, Promo and (5) Disclosing data with ACARA, however select N (No) for (2) Social Media and (3) In local, regional, state media and (4) Sharing my/our personal inform as per image below.
Step 5 – Once you have made your selection, click Submit Changes
*Note – If you have more than one child, this process will need to be completed for each child. To change between children, select the child that you wish to update from the menu located on the top right of the screen under your school’s name and login name.
VET / Careers Department
Careers News
VET Coordinator Helen Moohin and Careers Counsellor Susan McKay participated in a two-day joint venture VET Pathways Forum in Rockhampton. This proved highly successful showcasing of a range of emerging career paths from drone technology to cybersecurity. With attendees from state, Catholic and independent education sectors, the forum emphasised the diverse opportunities available through VET and the importance of partnerships between stakeholders including education providers, government and industry. My thanks to all involved in the organisation and presentation of this first-time event, especially Marie Martin (Secondary Curriculum Consultant). To view the QCEC VET Forum.
Over the last few weeks, we have had members of our community come and speak to our senior students about future Careers, these have included: Police – Mackay District, Nurse Educator, Clinical Excellence Unit, Mackay Hospital and Health Service-Pathology, Mackay Sugar - Hand Safety, ADF and QMEA. We wish to thank them for their time and expertise.
Please look on our school App for other career and short course information.
Current Year 10’s Work Experience - May participate in work experience until the 13 December 2024 and also for a week starting the 13 January 2025. (Last day of school 22 November 2024, First day of school 2025 the week of the 29 January). Application forms need to be submitted to the school by the beginning of Term 4, Week 7 and the Agreement needs to be signed by all parties by the beginning of Week 8.
Subject selection/Certificate students - You will need a USI number to be enrolled into a certificate course. To apply for a USI number/find my USI number: usi.gov.au/students/get-a-usi
White Card Course: If you work on a construction site in Australia, then you need to complete an accredited General Construction Induction Training (GCIT) course (CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry). Upon successful completion, you will be issued with a white card which you will present at site inductions.
Current Year 9’s All students will be participating in compulsory work experience early next year, please consider what you would like to have experience in and where you would like to go.
White Card Course: If you work on a construction site in Australia (e.g. Architect, Engineering, Construction, Building industry) then you need to complete an accredited General Construction Induction Training (GCIT) course (CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry). Upon successful completion, you will be issued with a white card which you will present at site inductions.
St Patrick’s College School APP/Careers Connect All Career opportunities are on our school App, this is updated regularly.
Available Course information on our APP
Barista Course
Safe Handling of food
Responsible service of alcohol
Provide responsible gambling services
Working Safely at Heights
White Card Course
First Aid Course
News from the College
Robotics - First Lego League
In Week 3, two teams of Year 7-10 students competed in the First Lego League Regional Competition. Our First Lego League teams prepared to compete in class and lunch times for the regional competition in Mackay. Teams had to develop a robot, code and invention. The final test comes when they code their robot to compete in a timed challenge on a game board.
The teams were very successful on the day. Our Year 9/10 team received 1st place for Robot Design and the Peer Award. Mrs Tudehope was lucky enough to win the Coach/Mentor Award and the Year 7/8 team was one of the top 2 finalists and will be heading to Nationals in Gladstone on 23 November 2024.
Pictured above: Year 7/8 finalists heading to Nationals in Gladstone.
Next Step 2024 Post-School Destinations
Employment Opportunity
Job Vacancy - Head of Department (Languages)
𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑶𝑷𝑷𝑶𝑹𝑻𝑼𝑵𝑰𝑻𝒀 𝑰𝑺 𝑵𝑶𝑾! Join the staff of St Patrick's College Year 7-12 Mackay in the position of Head of Department (Languages), commencing January 2025.
𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑶𝑷𝑷𝑶𝑹𝑻𝑼𝑵𝑰𝑻𝒀 𝑰𝑺 𝑵𝑶𝑾! We are seeking Secondary Teachers to join the staff of St Patrick's College Year 7-12 Mackay, to commence January 2025, across the following subject areas:
Science (Junior and Senior) Humanities (Senior) Maths Digital Technologies (Junior) HPE (Junior and Senior)
St Joseph's Online Conference (St Vincent de Paul Group)
Do you want to make a difference in our community? You’re invited to join the St Joseph’s Online Conference (St Vincent de Paul Group). We are taking expressions of interest from anyone throughout the Diocese. Meetings are monthly, online via Microsoft Teams.
