2023 FUSE Cup | Years 9-10 Rocket League Logan Division Competition CHAMPIONS!

2023 FUSE Cup | Years 9-10 Rocket League Logan Division Competition CHAMPIONS!

Congratulations to Bentley Horne and Lucas Noy on their amazing win in the Years 9-10 FUSE Cup Competition for Rocket League yesterday!

Bentley and Lucas will now compete in the State finals on Friday 27 October.

Thank you to those Year 6 students who filled in yesterday competing against Years 9 and 10 students - you all did an amazing job.

A big congratulations also to Gregory Savage from Year 6 who won the Spirit Award for demonstrating the FUSE Cup values.

 


Newly Sprouted Canterbury Kitchen Garden Logo

Newly Sprouted Canterbury Kitchen Garden Logo

Check out the newly sprouted logo for our flourishing Canterbury Kitchen Garden!

Rooted in the core values of 'Plant, Gather, Create and Learn,' our program nurtures a vibrant and flavourful approach to food education, cultivating a deeper understanding of the journey from farm to table for our students. ✨

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FUSE Cup eSports Tournament: Rocket League

FUSE Cup eSports Tournament: Rocket League

Grab your controllers and buckle up because Canterbury is turning up the heat with The FUSE Cup!

It's that electrifying time again when gaming maestros from local schools collide in an epic battle of wits and skills.

Today, our students dive headfirst into the Rocket League eSports Tournament, aiming to conquer the virtual arena and emerge as the ultimate victors! ️

Let the games begin!

View more photos on our Facebook page HERE.


LAST EVENT: Ramsey House Canterbury Mental Health Week Festival | THIS Wednesday 11 October = Ice Cream Stall & Toss-A-Choc Fundraiser + Secondary Library Windows ‘Gratitude Messages’ @ Secondary Library - DAILY LUNCH BREAK ACTIVITIES

LAST EVENT: Ramsey House Canterbury Mental Health Week Festival | THIS Wednesday 11 October = Ice Cream Stall & Toss-A-Choc Fundraiser + Secondary Library Windows ‘Gratitude Messages’ @ Secondary Library - DAILY LUNCH BREAK ACTIVITIES

What: Ramsey House Canterbury Mental Health Week Festival!

Featuring Daily Lunch Break Mental Health & Wellbeing & Mindfulness Activities:

  • Secondary Interhouse Swimming Carnival ‘The Great Aussie BBQ’ Sausage Sizzle & Lolly Bags Fundraiser – Lunch Break, Thursday 5 October @ Canterbury Aquatic Centre.
  • Crochet OR Art OR Origami – Lunch Break, Friday 6 October @ Secondary Library.
  • 80s Style Aerobics Workout – Lunch Break, Monday 9 October @ CEC.
  • Meditation Relaxation Chillout Soundbar – Lunch Break, Tuesday 10 October @ Lawn Beside Basketball Courts.
  • Ice Cream Stall & Toss-A-Choc Fundraiser + Secondary Library Windows ‘Gratitude Messages’ Butterflies Display – please write & display what you are grateful for! – Lunch Break, THIS Wednesday 11 October @ Secondary Library.

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All proceeds donated to Beyond Blue with a focus on men’s mental health.

Beyond Blue is a reliable source of mental health information, support and hope as one of Australia’s most well-known, trusted and visited mental health organisations.

They are a big blue door for many in the community: a safe and reliable place for millions of people to access information, advice and support – whether they’re well and want to stay that way, unsettled or struggling and need support, or in recovery and want to reconnect.

We also strongly endorse the College's wellbeing partner organisation The Resilience Project.

When: From Thursday 5 – Wednesday 11 October 2023 (Weeks 1 & 2, Term 4).

Where: Secondary Campus Venues – Aquatic Centre | Secondary Library | No. 2 Oval | Basketball Courts Lawn.

Who: For ALL Secondary Students & ALL Canterbury Staff.

Hosts: The mighty Ramsey Raptors – Stronger Together!

Event Contacts: Ramsey House Student Leaders & Head of House Mrs Holly Westphal.

Costs:

Sausage ‘Sanga’ = $2.50 Each | Lolly Bag = $2 Each | Soft Drink / Bottled Water = $2 Each.

Ice Cream Cone = $2 Each | Toss-A-Choc Throws = $1 Each.

Payments: EFTPOS or CASH.


Ramsey House Canterbury Mental Health Week Festival | Today's 80s Style Aerobics Workout Photos

Ramsey House Canterbury Mental Health Week Festival | Today's 80s Style Aerobics Workout Photos

In the third instalment of the Ramsey House Canterbury Mental Health Week Festival series, our remarkable dance maestro, Mrs Cathy Brown, channelled the electrifying energy of the '80s with an upbeat aerobics workout at our CEC.

The enthusiastic participation from our secondary students made it a groovy blend of fitness and fun!

Check out their dance moves HERE on our Facebook Page.


Canterbury Theatre Company Performs: The Scene Project's 'A Thousand Points From Zero'

Canterbury Theatre Company Performs: The Scene Project's 'A Thousand Points From Zero'

Last Friday evening, Canterbury Theatre Company's secondary students brought to life 'A Thousand Points From Zero,' an intriguing dystopian script by Steve Pirie that explores technology-driven themes.

This performance was in collaboration with 'The Scene Project' by Queensland Theatre, and provides a fantastic opportunity for professional development, and enriches Canterbury's curriculum for those interested in theatre production.

For more photos, please visit our Facebook Page HERE.


2023 Canterbury Years 3-6 Interhouse Swimming Carnival | Photos & Winning House!

2023 Canterbury Years 3-6 Interhouse Swimming Carnival | Photos & Winning House!

The always enjoyable 2023 Canterbury Years 3-6 Interhouse Swimming Carnival has concluded - and we have a champion!

Yes - Cranmer House emerged victorious from the pool, seizing the highly coveted trophy!

Congratulations to our enthusiastic young wolf pack for their undeniable House spirit!

If you would like to see their live reaction to the winner's announcement, please watch the video HERE.

Please click HERE for the FULL Facebook gallery of today's big sporting event.


2023 Secondary Interhouse Swimming Carnival | Photos & Results

2023 Secondary Interhouse Swimming Carnival | Photos & Results

Our 2023 Secondary Interhouse Swimming Carnival saw our secondary students actively participating in a memorable team-building event, where they could showcase their swimming prowess and House spirit!

With an incredible 119-point lead, Becket House won the day, earning them the coveted 2023 Secondary Interhouse Swimming Carnival Shield!

The Ramsey House Canterbury Mental Health Week Festival also commenced at lunchtime with 'The Great Aussie BBQ' Sausage Sizzle & Lolly Bags Fundraiser at the Canterbury Aquatic Centre.

This was a tasty way for the students to fuel up their energy stores for more afternoon swimming.

Please check out the event photo gallery on our Facebook Page.


RockFest Music Video Submissions Results | We Are Finalists In Three Categories!

RockFest Music Video Submissions Results | We Are Finalists In Three Categories!

Exciting news Canterbury rock fans!

The results from our RockFest music video submissions are back, and we're thrilled to announce that we are finalists in three categories - marking our best achievement yet!

Best Junior Band Nominee – Breaking News
RockFest Futures Nominee – Rory Walker (Year 12)
Best Senior Band Nominee – Second Wave

The official winners will be announced LIVE NEXT Thursday 12 October 2023.

This national contest features live recorded performances from 120 schools right around the country, competing for various prizes worth over $20,000 across a range of categories.

Curious about these potential prizes? Then check out this link HERE.

Our talented students have a chance to win guitars, drum kits, a $2,000 music voucher, and much more.

Best of luck to our three outstanding nominated performers above!

ORIGINAL MYCC NEWS STORY: Our 2023 RockFest Videos Now Live On YouTube | PLEASE VIEW TO HELP US WIN!

Mr Simon Lane

Coordinator of Rock School & Music Technology


2024 Senior Student Leaders Investiture Ceremony | Photo Gallery Now Available!

2024 Senior Student Leaders Investiture Ceremony | Photo Gallery Now Available!

Congratulations to our recently appointed 2024 Canterbury College Senior Student Leaders.

They officially assumed their roles at the 2024 Student Leaders Investiture Ceremony held today in our Canterbury Events Centre to kick-start Term 4.

Best wishes to our new 2024 leaders, and a huge 'thank you' to our incredible 2023 leaders, who have graciously served Canterbury with pride this year.

The full Facebook photo album of today's ceremony - watched by our entire Years 3-12 cohorts, staff, Senior Leadership Teams, plus the parents, carers and families of our student leaders, can be found HERE.