Year 11 Wellbeing: The 'Party Safe' Program With Red Frogs Australia
Year 11 Wellbeing: The 'Party Safe' Program With Red Frogs Australia
Today, our Year 11 students participated in an essential incursion during their Wellbeing class: the 'Party Safe' program.
Led by the renowned Red Frogs Australia, this initiative plays a vital role in ensuring our students' safety in alcohol or drug-fuelled environments.
Andy Gourley, the passionate founder and director of Red Frogs Australia, delivered the program to educate students on safe partying behaviours.
Now equipped with knowledge of navigating various environments, such as after-parties and music festivals, students are prepared to handle potential challenges.
We hope this encourages meaningful discussions at school and home, fostering socially responsible behaviour among these young adults.
More photos can be found on our Facebook page HERE.
2024 Beenleigh ANZAC Day March & Commemorative Service | Photo Gallery
2024 Beenleigh ANZAC Day March & Commemorative Service | Photo Gallery
During this morning's 2024 Beenleigh ANZAC Day March & Commemorative Service, our staff and students marched solemnly, adorned with rosemary or poppy pins and cherished family ️ war medals.
They paid tribute to the ANZAC legacy, honouring those who have served or are currently serving with deep respect and gratitude.
The photos from this morning's ANZAC Day event can be found on our Facebook page HERE.
The ANZAC Ode
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them…
LEST WE FORGET
Future Leaders Academy Report – Ayesha | Year 11 Student
Future Leaders Academy Report – Ayesha | Year 11 Student
During the first week of Term 2, I spent my time in Rarotonga, Cook Islands attending the Future Leaders - Academy.
Founded in 2013, this academy is offered to students throughout the Pacific Region who are seeking to develop their leadership skills, or simply grasp an idea of what leadership looks like through the various activities that are involved.
Within this week I participated in several amazing opportunities - such as business visits to resorts on the islands with Air New Zealand, learning more about local environment and humanitarian issues, beach clean-ups, a cross island hike, cultural activities and youth wellbeing discussions.
For each activity, team leaders were chosen and expected to properly guide and lead their team to achieve all set tasks and goals for the day.
We were also privileged to learn three beautiful waiatas (songs) from each attending nation and a haka to present on the last day at our graduation ceremony.
The course included meeting New Zealand’s High Commissioner to the Cook Islands (Tui Dewes) and Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives Gerry Brownlee, with many other members of New Zealand’s parliament in attendance.
This wonderful experience allowed me to be surrounded by many other likeminded youth and aspiring leaders from across Australia, New Zealand and the Cook Islands.
The ability to turn differences into strengths and bond naturally came at ease, as we participated in breathwork stations, team bonding activities and many leadership skills workshops, all while exploring the beautiful islands.
From the eight days that I spent in the Cook Islands, I have not only made lifelong friends and memories, but I have also learnt very powerful lessons that I know will help me in the future.
2024 Senior School Interhouse Cross Country Carnival | Photo Gallery Now Ready!
2024 Senior School Interhouse Cross Country Carnival | Photo Gallery Now Ready!
Yesterday afternoon at our 2024 Senior School Interhouse Cross Country Carnival, we witnessed over 600 students in their tribal House colours running for fun, fitness or fierce competition.
Students raced to secure crucial House points and boost their tally towards this year's coveted Canterbury Cup. 
Please stay tuned for the winner's reveal during next week's Senior School Assembly – it's bound to be another nail-biter!
Catch all the action via our Facebook Album HERE.
Years 10 and 11 French Excursion To Micro-Folie Exhibition
Years 10 and 11 French Excursion To Micro-Folie Exhibition
On 26 March our Years 10 and 11 French students visited the Micro-Folie Exhibition at QUT, hosted by Alliance Française.
Micro-Folie is a digital museum that allows students to immerse themselves in French culture and art and explore renowned works from famed French, European, and international institutions such as the Louvre Museum, the Palace of Versailles, and the Picasso Museum.
Following a viewing of masterpieces by Vincent Van Gogh, students took part in a workshop facilitated by Alliance Française. ️️
Alliance Française de Brisbane is part of a worldwide network of 850 Alliance Française centres, supported by the French Government, which aim to promote the French language and francophone culture around the world.
This excursion was an excellent opportunity for students to engage with French native speakers and deepen their understanding of the importance of art in French culture.
It was a great experience!
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Le 26 mars, les élèves français de deuxième et première ont visité le Micro-Folie du QUT.
Le Micro-Folie est un musée digital qui donne aux étudiants l’opportunité de s’immerger dans la culture et l’art français et explorer des œuvres renommées de célèbres institutions françaises, européennes et internationales telles que le musée du Louvre, le château de Versailles et le musée Picasso.
Après avoir vu les œuvres de Vincent Van Gogh, les étudiants ont participé à un atelier animé par L’Alliance Française.
L'Alliance française est une organisation française dont l'objectif est de promouvoir la langue française et la culture française hors de la France.
Cette excursion était une occasion excellente pour les élèves de parler avec les francophones et d’approfondir leurs connaissances de la culture française.
C’était une expérience merveilleuse!
2024 Canterbury ELC - Prep Easter Hat Parade | Photo Gallery & Video
2024 Canterbury ELC - Prep Easter Hat Parade | Photo Gallery & Video
A big 'thank you' to our amazing Canterbury families for being part of this morning's ELC - Prep Easter Hat Parade! 
Plenty of hard work and creativity has gone into those headwear masterpieces over the last few weeks at home...
To see the FULL photo gallery, please hop on over to the Facebook album HERE. 
2024 ELC-Year 6 Interhouse Cross Country Carnival | Photos
2024 ELC-Year 6 Interhouse Cross Country Carnival | Photos
Come rain or shine, our ELC-Year 6 students hit the ovals for yesterday's exciting 2024 Interhouse Cross Country Carnival.
Despite a sprinkle of rain, they gave it their all, making it a Cross Country to remember. ️☔
⭐ Cranmer House emerged as the back-to-back champions, displaying remarkable resilience.
For all the action-packed photos, head to our Facebook albums HERE.
Note: Photos are divided into five albums due to Facebook limits. ⌛
2024 Years 2-4 Canterbury Kitchen Garden Pizza Day | Photos
2024 Years 2-4 Canterbury Kitchen Garden Pizza Day | Photos
Get ready for a slice of fun, as our Years 2-4 students are currently embarking on a pizza-making adventure at the Canterbury Kitchen Garden!
With herbs handpicked from Canterbury's campus-grown gardens, these Junior School chefs are creating mouthwatering pizza masterpieces.
To see more photos from this event, please visit our Facebook Album HERE.
Year 9 Drama Students Perform Futuristic Pieces For Assessment
Year 9 Drama Students Perform Futuristic Pieces For Assessment
Today, our Year 9 Drama students showcased their Contemporary Theatre performances, featuring scenes from David Burton's play 'Wisdom'.
The play delves into a futuristic society where aging halts at 16 due to a groundbreaking injection, leaving individuals physically frozen in their teens, while they continue to mature mentally and emotionally.
It challenges conventional notions of wisdom and expertise, questioning whether age necessarily correlates with wisdom.
To see more photos, please visit our Facebook page HERE.
Mr Matthew Kopelke
Teacher - Senior School
eSports Success For Canterbury @ FUSE Cup Tournament
eSports Success For Canterbury @ FUSE Cup Tournament
On Monday and Tuesday this week, our Canterbury Rocket League eSports teams showcased their prowess in the Fuse Cup Tournament held at the CEC.
The event witnessed intense competition and commendable sportsmanship.
In the Years 5-8 division, Canterbury teams displayed exceptional skill, dominating the round stages to qualify for three out of four quarter-finals.
In some tight knock-out matches, the duo of Tyler Pluples and Hudson Holland demonstrated remarkable talent, advancing to the final where they narrowly lost to Forest Lake State High School.
Remarkably, all members of our team in this division are in Years 6 and 7, promising even stronger competition in the coming years.
Highlighting the spirit of fair play and positive attitude, Humdhann Ikhlas was recognised as the MVP for the first day, a testament to his exemplary conduct throughout the competition.
Day 2 saw Canterbury boasting two formidable teams in the Years 9-10 division.
Easily navigating through the round stages, both teams secured their spots in the semi-finals, facing off against Forest Lake teams.
After triumphant victories in the semis, Canterbury found themselves in a unique position - a Canterbury vs Canterbury final.
The final showdown was nothing short of exhilarating.
The duo comprising Bentley Horne and Lucas Noy emerged victorious, clinching the title after winning the first two games in the best-of-three final series.
The success of Canterbury College in the Fuse Cup Rocket League Tournament not only underscores their skill in competitive gaming, but also reflects their commitment to sportsmanship and teamwork.
All Canterbury students represented the college admirably, and their achievements fill us with pride.
As we celebrate their achievements, we eagerly anticipate their continued success in future competitions, knowing they will continue to uphold the values of excellence and sportsmanship that define Canterbury College.
Mr James Jenkins
Head of AI and Digital Transformation | Teacher - Senior School | eSports Coordinator • Junior School / Secondary School