Waterford-Tamborine Road & Easterly Street Intersection: September - Late 2022 | Signal Project Roadworks

Waterford-Tamborine Road & Easterly Street Intersection: September - Late 2022 | Signal Project Roadworks

 

Dear Canterbury College,

The Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads is progressing with upgrades on Waterford–Tamborine Road.

This includes signalising the intersection of Easterly Street at Waterford.

Construction of this signalisation project will soon be underway, and is anticipated to be completed later this year, weather and construction conditions permitting.

Signalising this intersection will improve road safety and improve traffic flow at peak times at this busy intersection.

Please see the attached letter and map for further information.

Customer & Stakeholder Management Team | South Coast Region

Program Delivery & Operations | Infrastructure Management & Delivery
Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads


Horizon Educational Visits Canterbury College

Horizon Educational Visits Canterbury College

Horizon Educational recently launched their first Asia-Pacific Office in Ashmore, Queensland.

They recently visited our College to promote the Horizon Hydrogen Grand Prix (H2GP) Program to our students.

The full story written by Horizon Educational can be found below and at THIS WEBLINK...


Signing Up For The H2 Grand Prix In Australia

Lisa Sullivan has been busy in Australia over the past several weeks talking to schools about the H2GP program, and on July 29th after talking with her Canterbury College in Eastern Australia signed up for the 2022-2023 H2GP season!

The college has decided to put together one H2GP team so far, but the total number may rise over the next few weeks.

The H2GP information was presented to about twenty-five students plus college professors, and in a Q&A session after Lisa’s presentation many of the students stayed to find out more about the program.

The student’s excitement about the H2GP initiative was almost palpable, and Lisa’s visit has already garnered additional interest in the H2GP program beyond Canterbury College.

Lisa is continuing to visit schools and colleges across Eastern Australia in order to get at least twenty teams to sign-up for the 2022-2023 H2GP season, and we will be releasing more updates from Australia over the coming weeks as Horizon Educational continues its expansion into Australia.

Included are some photos that members of Canterbury took during Lisa’s visit along with a video where students took the wheel of the H2GP car.

(California teams look out! The Canterbury students look like they are eager to get to the H2GP World Cup.)

https://youtu.be/8NV6jL9zMgc


National R U OK? Day – Canterbury Events: Morning Tea + Lunch Break + Assembly Time, TODAY Thursday 8 September 2022

National R U OK? Day – Canterbury Events: Morning Tea + Lunch Break + Assembly Time, TODAY Thursday 8 September 2022

What: National R U OK? Day – Canterbury Events.

When: Morning Tea + Lunch Break + Assembly Time, TODAY Thursday 8 September 2022.

Where: Please see below for each activity.

Who: For ALL Secondary School Students & Staff.

🎥 R U OK? Day Nationwide Theme Video (48 secs) - Ask R U OK? No Qualifications Needed!

💻 R U OK? Day Main Website Link.

Recess 1: Bake Sale & PhotoBooth @ Temple House Meadow.

  • Bake Sale: You can purchase cakes and sweets using cash, your Student ID or cards. (No phones allowed)
  • PhotoBooth: Organised and run by Year 9 Student Leaders at BOTH the Recess 1 Bake Sale and Recess 2 BBQ.

Recess 2: FREE Sausage Sizzle BBQ & Lawn Games & PhotoBooth @ Concrete Area Outside Gym.

  • FREE Sausage Sizzle BBQ: Cranmer House organising with the support of all 2023 House Leaders.
    Beef and vegetarian sausages with regular and gluten-free bread available.
    Year 9 Student Leaders to assist with queue supervision – one sandwich per student please.
  • Lawn Games: Becket House organising with Becket Year 9 Student Leaders.
    Games to be played on the grassed areas around the gym.
  • PhotoBooth: Organised and run by Year 9 Student Leaders at BOTH the Recess 1 Bake Sale and Recess 2 BBQ.

House Assembly Games & Activities: Lunch Time + House Assembly.

  • 🏀 3-On-3 Basketball: Cranmer Year 9 Student Leaders organising. 3 games at a time on the basketball courts.
    Each House has organised a Mixed Years 7 – 9 3-On-3 Basketball team: 6 players in total.
  • 🏉 Touch Football: Mixed 7-A-Side, For Years 7 – 9. 2 games at a time on the oval.
    Each House has organised a Mixed Years 7 – 9 Touch Footy team: 12 players in total.
  • 🌿 Plant Propagation: With Mr Penny at the Goldsworthy House Undercover Area.
    Each House has organised 5 students to attend the Plant Propagation Activity.
  • 🤾 Dodgeball: Games in the Sports Hall.
    Each House to have any remaining students playing Dodgeball.

Students get changed into their HPE Uniform at Recess 2 and must be changed at the end of Assembly time.

All students must still wear their Formal Uniform to and from school.

The draw for the games is as follows:

🤾 Dodgeball Round Robin. Year 9 to run with teacher support.

1:30pm – Temple vs Goldsworthy Court 1
Becket vs Ramsey Court 2
Cranmer and Kime watching and providing referees.

1:45pm – Cranmer vs Kime Court 1
Temple vs Becket Court 2
Goldsworthy and Ramsey watching and providing referees.

2:00pm – Cranmer vs Ramsey Court 1
Kime vs Goldsworthy Court 2
Becket and Temple watching and providing referees.

10-minute games with 5-minute changeovers.

🏉 Touch Football Round Robin. Year 9 Leaders to organise students to referee.

1:30pm – Temple vs Goldsworthy Field 1
Becket vs Ramsey Field 2
Cranmer and Kime watching and providing referees.

1:45pm – Cranmer vs Kime Field 1
Temple vs Becket Field 2
Goldsworthy and Ramsey watching and providing referees.

2:00pm – Cranmer vs Ramsey Field 1
Kime vs Goldsworthy Field 2
Becket and Temple watching and providing referees.

10-minute games with 5-minute changeovers.

🏀 3-On-3 Basketball Round Robin. Year 9 Leaders to organise students to referee.

1:30pm – Temple vs Goldsworthy Court 1
Becket vs Ramsey Court 2
Cranmer vs Kime Court 3

1:45pm – Cranmer vs Becket Court 1
Temple vs Kime Court 2
Goldsworthy vs Ramsey Court 3

2:00pm – Cranmer vs Ramsey Court 1
Kime vs Goldsworthy Court 2
Becket vs Temple Court 3

10-minute games with 5-minute changeovers.


eSports students

The Business Of eSports Program | 8:45am – 3:00pm, Saturday 15 October 2022 @ Bond University - Gold Coast

The Business Of eSports Program | 8:45am – 3:00pm, Saturday 15 October 2022 @ Bond University - Gold Coast

For anyone interested in eSports, please check this out:

What: The Business Of eSports Program: Six Interactive Online Modules + In-Person Practical Workshop.

eSports has taken the world by storm...

From those who want to be behind the keyboard, or behind the scenes, the growing eSports industry will employ many Australians in the future.

But there is so much more to the eSports industry than just fun and games.

The industry's growth will see professionals employed in all aspects of the industry - from commercial partnerships to sport management, and even the law!

Those who succeed in riding the eSports wave will be equipped with the skills and mindset to adapt and grow with the industry.

This course will provide learners with a practical insight into the business of eSports and its economic impact around the world.

And it offers a glimpse into the lives of professional gamers and the multi-billion dollar industry in which they compete to achieve sport star status.

You will learn at your own pace through six interactive online modules and an in-person, six hour practical workshop.

The course will incorporate global cases, hands-on experiences, and interaction with the eSports industry.

When: 8:45am Registration For 9:00am Start – 3:00pm, Saturday 15 October 2022.

Where: Building 5, Level 3, Room 53 - Bond University, University Drive, Gold Coast.

Who: For Years 10-12 Secondary School Students ONLY.

Topics Covered:
* The origins, emergence and growth of eSports.
* The eSports ecosystem.
* eSports, commerce managing and delivering an eSports event.
* eSports as sport, is this for real?
* The future of eSports.
* Engaging with the eSports industry.

Please Note: Students are required to provide their own laptop.

Please ensure you talk to your parents or guardians to obtain permission before you register.

Cost: $50.00 per attendee with Morning Tea + Lunch provided.

Please RSVP by 5:00pm Friday 7 October 2022.

Please CLICK HERE to secure your place.

Once registered, learners will be emailed links to the online modules on Tuesday 4 October 2022 - which will be delivered via the Bond University learning platform.

These will need to be completed in the two weeks prior to attending the face-to-face workshop on Saturday 15 October.

Upon completion of all course requirements, learners will be issued a certificate of achievement.

For further information, please contact Bond University's Office Of Future Students - 07 5595 1111.


2023 Cantabile Choir Years 7-9 Girls: Try-Outs For New Members - Lunch Break Thursday + Friday THIS WEEK @ Room M01

2023 Cantabile Choir Years 7-9 Girls: Try-Outs For New Members - Lunch Break Thursday + Friday THIS WEEK @ Room M01

What: 2023 Cantabile Choir Years 7-9 Girls: Try-Outs For New Members - OPEN INVITATION!

This is your opportunity to sing along with your friends in concerts - not only here at Canterbury College, but in amazing public venues too.

Our renowned Cantabile choir has sung in the QPAC Concert Hall, the Sydney Opera House, Brisbane's Customs House, and many other beautiful venues... Even Italy, Austria, the UK and the USA!

So the try-outs for next year's group are on this week.

You may choose to sing your own song, but also be prepared to sing Happy Birthday! :-)

Now you don't need to sing all by yourself - you CAN sing along with your friend or friends.

When: Recess 2 Lunch Break, THIS Thursday 8 AND Friday 9 September 2022.

Where: Room M01.

Who: For Any Years 7-9 Canterbury Girls.

RSVP: The Sign-On Sheet is on the M01 Window NOW.

See you this Thursday and Friday lunchtime before we begin next term looking ahead to next year...


BRAKE Driver Awareness Program - ENROL NOW!

BRAKE Driver Awareness Program - ENROL NOW!

What: The BRAKE Driver Awareness Program is an evidence-based road safety course that was first developed in 2006.

When: 6 x 3:30pm - 4:30pm After School Sessions During Weeks 2-7 in Term 4.

Where: Secondary Library Digital Hub (TBC).

Who: Open To ALL Year 11 Canterbury Students.

Cost: $20 Per Student.

Why: Because we believe knowledge, not fear, is the best tool to help young drivers alter their behaviours during the (statistically) most dangerous time in their driving career.

RSVP: If you would like to participate, please express your interest via this WEBLINK HERE.

View the FULL MyCC story HERE.


Liptember Foundation At Canterbury

Liptember Foundation At Canterbury

During today's morning tea break, some Junior School staff raised awareness for women’s mental health through the Liptember Foundation. 

They purchased bright-coloured lipsticks and are wearing them today, reminding us all that mental illness is no secret. 

In 2022, 1 in 2 women will suffer from some form of mental ill health, which should and can be openly discussed, to find real-world effective solutions. 

Please visit this weblink for more information about this very worthy month-long cause. - https://www.liptemberfoundation.org.au


TAS Round 8 & Junior TAS Round 7 | Canterbury vs John Paul College Away - Results 🏀🏐🏉⚽️

TAS Round 8 & Junior TAS Round 7 | Canterbury vs John Paul College Away - Results 🏀🏐🏉⚽️

Here are your weekly sports results for TAS Round 8 and Junior TAS Round 7 against traditional local derby rivals John Paul College from over the weekend.

Despite the rain and wet playing conditions, there were some amazing results from the last round of the regular season.

Well done to our Girls Touch Football teams on an undefeated round, and a special mention to our Year7/8 Navy Girls Touch Football team on their win!

Our Girls Volleyball teams also displayed their dominance on court, winning all but one fixture.

This is your reminder that ALL teams will be playing finals at the following venues THIS weekend on Saturday 10 September:

Years 7 & 8: St Paul's School (Bald Hills).

Years 9 & 10: St Columban's College (Caboolture).

Open: Ormiston College (Ormiston).

Champion school rankings will be determined from these matches so let's finish off strongly!

We have the following Canterbury teams in contention for premierships:

Boys Basketball: Year 7 Supplementary

Boys Football (Soccer): Year 8

Girls Touch Football: Year 10, Year 8, Year 7

Girls Volleyball: First VI, Year 10, Year 9, Year 7 Supplementary

It's Finals Round... LET'S GO TAIPANS! 🐍


2022 Canterbury Dance Spectacular | Gallery Now Available 📸

2022 Canterbury Dance Spectacular | Gallery Now Available 📸

It was all glitz and glamour at our 2022 Canterbury Dance Spectacular. 🕺🏽🤸‍♂️💃🏿☂️🩰🎟️👗

The stage was filled with mesmerising movements and undeniable talent with a quick succession of sequins, high kicks and a floor full of feathers.

Well done to everyone who made this event come to the spotlight. 💡

View the FULL gallery HERE. 📸


Canterbury College - A Holistic Education

Canterbury College - A Holistic Education

Dear Parents and Carers,

As a parent myself, I wanted my children to develop a broad range of skills from a variety of experiences, and to be challenged.

I widely researched options and found schools that provided opportunities and challenges for them.

As a teacher too, I held this same philosophy for finding the ideal school.

I wanted a school that valued not only academics - but the whole student.

Sport, culture, faith, wellbeing and community were all important to me and my family.

I appreciate a school with high expectations of its students in every aspect of their school life.

Three years ago, I found Canterbury College, a school that genuinely valued and promoted holistic education - and with high expectations of its students.

I have the greatest pleasure working with a Principal, Executive Team, leaders and teachers with these same values.

Every day on the Canterbury School Calendar is an opportunity for our students to grow.

This includes Sports Carnivals, Outdoor Education Camps, Chapel Services, Wellbeing Days, Leadership Events and wonderful celebrations like our United Nations Day Multicultural Festival - to name just a few.

I know that not every activity will appeal to all students; however, every activity will contribute to their individual growth and understanding of who they really are.

Sadly though, it seems that some students are not making the most of these opportunities, and are instead choosing to stay home and convince their parents or carers that nothing of value is happening at school.

This is far from the truth...

Careful consideration and planning across each school year ensure all aspects of a student are challenged and developed.

I encourage you all to consider and remember why you sent your young people to Canterbury.

I am sure you will conclude that it was not for a part-time education, but for a complete experience that challenges and supports them to discover their strengths and preferences.

And a valuable opportunity for them to develop resilience from a young age through full participation in Canterbury College life!

Regards

Mrs Rebecca Adamson

Head of Secondary School / Acting Deputy Principal

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PS: If you need any further proof from a student's point of view, please read this article written by our recent Class Of 2021 graduate Anderson Som.

Anderson Som - Proximae Accessit, Academic Captain and Debating Captain | ATAR 99.70

I started at Canterbury College in 2016 going into Year 7, but little did I know just how much the next six years would have in store for me.

My first Canterbury year had me watching my peers immerse themselves into the school’s culture and offerings – opportunities that I let slip as I was simply too shy and nervous.

I made the athletics team in 2016, but it became clear to me that remaining uninvolved, would just leave me disappointed with my high school experience.

So I resolved to throw myself into Canterbury life – a decision that would change me fundamentally.

In 2017, I joined the boys vocal group, the basketball and debating teams, and participated in the F1 Schools Challenge, which involved designing a model F1 then packaging its marketing and sponsorships.

In 2018, I added hip hop squad and volleyball to the mix, and maintained these extra-curricular activities throughout 2019, as well as trying my hand at contemporary dance.

I cut down my activities in 2020 with an increasing academic workload, but remained determined to continue living the Canterbury experience.

I joined the College’s Australian Space Design Competition team, plus their first ever boys netball team, which received a wildcard entry into the Vicki Wilson Cup.

2020 saw my debut in the TAS competition’s premier stage, earning a place in the First VI boys volleyball team.

In my final year, despite academic pressure reaching an all-time high, I joined the College’s Rock School, becoming a vocalist for two bands and competing at the Battle of the Rock Bands where we won Gold.

Furthermore, I made Canterbury’s First XV Rugby team despite being my first year playing.

I also participated in a variety of leadership and entrepreneurial programs, like the Beenleigh Chamber of Commerce, Eureka Science Video Competition, and the gen[in] Student Innovation Challenge.

Academically, there was the Australian Maths Olympiad, Australian Maths Competition, ICAS Challenges, the Modern Language Teachers’ Association of Queensland’s competition in Japanese, and the International Chemistry Quiz.

I represented Canterbury at the Intermediate and Senior Schools Volleyball Cup, the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup in 2019 and 2021, the Nitro Athletics Competition, the Ballymore Cup and Rugby 7s Cups.

Arts-wise, I was an ensemble member for the 2018 Anglican Schools Music Festival and 2019 Canterbury Festival, among other performances with House of Champions and the University of Queensland Chorale.

My school achievements include Academic Excellence from Year 8 onwards, as well as various subject prizes to contribute towards the privilege of being named Dux of Years 9, 10 and 11.

I consistently achieved highly in academic competitions, culminating in two High Distinctions in 2021 for the AMC and ICQ, plus being a State Finalist in the English Speaking Union’s Public Speaking Competition.

On the sports court, a well-earned second place at the 2021 AVSC was a fitting farewell to my volleyball career after a second-place finish in the TAS season.

I enjoyed medal finishes at previous volleyball cups and narrow misses in netball, athletics and rugby.

Finally, I was privileged to serve as a Prefect and be the Academic Captain, as well as Debating Captain.

In 2022, I will enter QUT to study a Bachelor of Vision Science, into a Master of Optometry under QUT’s Excellence Scholarship for Academics.

I also plan to extend myself into volunteering. I’m excited for the future, but I will always be fond of the time I had at Canterbury.

Subjects: English, Japanese, Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics.