Canterbury Joint Netball & Rugby Academies Open Afternoon | 12–4pm, Tuesday 28 March @ Canterbury College: REGISTER NOW!
What: Canterbury College Joint Netball & Rugby Academies Open Afternoon!
When: 12:00pm Midday For 12:30pm – 4:00pm, Tuesday 28 March 2023.
Where: Canterbury Functions Centre | Sports Hall | Playing Fields | Gym | Athletics Track.
- Entry via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of onsite parking.
Who: For ALL Gifted Netball AND/OR Rugby Boys AND Girls Attending Years 7–9 In 2024.
- Sorry, Not For Current Canterbury College Students.
Your Highly Qualified Hosts…
Canterbury’s Director of Netball: Mrs Deanne Hamilton
- Almost 20 years’ experience as a Coach & Sports Administrator.
- 2021 Netball Queensland Spirit of Netball Award Winner.
- 2022 Netball Queensland Community Awards Teacher of the Year Winner.
- 2022 City of Logan Sports Awards Sports Coach of the Year Finalist.
- Current QLD Representative School Sport Program 19 Years Netball Coach.
- Coach: 2017 - 2022 Netball Queensland School of the Year Award Winners or Finalists.
- Coach: 2022 QISSN Netball Cup, Vicki Wilson Cup and Vicki Wilson Shield Champions.
- Coach: 2022 Netball Queensland School of the Year.
- Coach: Multiple Year Levels TAS Netball Premierships.
Canterbury’s Director of Rugby, Touch & Sevens: Mr Sione Fukofuka
- Coach: Australian Wallaroos Attack.
- Coach: Queensland Reds Super W Attack.
- Coach: Queensland Rugby Pathways System.
- Coach: Queensland Premier Rugby Cup – Easts: Assistant Coach | Sunnybank: Head Coach.
- Coach: Queensland Women’s 7s Representative Level.
Canterbury’s Head of Faculty - Health Sciences: Mrs Tracey Clarke
Canterbury’s Director of Sport & Activities: Mrs Catherine Krzensk
Cost: FREE!
RSVP: Please register by 11:59pm Wednesday 22 March 2023 via this Humanitix Booking Weblink HERE.
Dress Code: Active Sports Wear.
Event Contact: Head of Faculty - Health Sciences: Mrs Tracey Clarke -
School Admissions Contact: College Registrar Mrs Debbie Milne: T - 07 3299 0888 | E -
Why Attend
- Our Netball and Rugby Academies are fully integrated with the Australian Curriculum, offering a holistic approach to sport that combines curriculum, competition and community engagement.
- Both Academies offer strong links to multiple sports industry study pathways, and professional post-secondary playing, coaching, junior development, and even umpiring/refereeing careers.
- Plus, you can investigate a Canterbury Sport Scholarship, which could save your family thousands in school fees each year.
- Our Academies offer face-to-face and online skills, fitness and game analysis coaching and mentoring, with high-profile guest speakers also invited during the year from elite level sport.
- The Rugby Academy Program is endorsed by Queensland Academy of Sport Coach Reg Taylor and Rugby 7s Pathways Manager Lachlan Parkinson.
- This Open Afternoon includes indoor and outdoor skills sessions, fitness tests, match simulations, trials, theoretical information, professional advice and Q&A session.
- So follow our Canterbury College winners into a rewarding and fully supported study and career pathways environment, just like our national, state and district representative netballers such as Tia Crombie, Holly Comyns, Aaliyah Sheppard and Kaylee Tamala, plus Australian and Olympic representative rugby player Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea.
- Our Netball and Rugby Academies are elective subjects at Canterbury in Years 9-10.
Joint Netball & Rugby Academies Open Afternoon Schedule
12:00pm Midday – 12:30pm: Arrival & Registration @ Canterbury Functions Centre.
12:30pm – 12:40pm: Official Welcome – College Principal Mr Dan Walker & College Deputy Principal Mrs Meagan King.
12:40pm – 12:55pm: Head of Faculty - Health Sciences | Director of Rugby, Touch & Sevens | Director of Netball – Academy Overview & Study/Career Pathways Explained.
Director of Sport & Activities – The Associated Schools (TAS) Competition Overview & Your Sporting Opportunities.
Rotation 1: Sports Hall Courts | Rotation 2: Playing Fields | Rotation 3: School Gym | Rotation 4: Athletics Track Speed & Agility.
When students register for the day, you will select your preferred two rotations.
1:00pm – 1:55pm: First Rotation Option.
2:00pm – 2:55pm: Second Rotation Option.
3:00pm – 4:00pm: Your Athlete Profile Completed | Guest Speakers | Q & A Opportunity.
Bridge Builders Parent Information Session | 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Tuesday 14 March @ Junior School Library
Bridge Builders Parent Information Session | 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Tuesday 14 March @ Junior School Library
Dear Parents and Carers,
What: Bridge Builders Parent Information Session.
When: 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Tuesday 14 March 2023.
Where: Junior School Library - Canterbury College.
- Parking via Junior School Gate, High Road, Waterford.
Who: For ALL Parents & Carers Of ELC – Year 6 Students.
Hosts: Bridge Builders Program Coordinators & Junior School Administration.
Cost: FREE.
RSVPs: Booking Weblink HERE.
Dress Code: Smart Casual.
Contact: Junior School Administration - T: 07 3299 0847 |
Event Information
Bridge Builders is the whole-school wellbeing and mental health conflict resolution and anti-bullying program, that the Junior School implements with students from the ELC to Year 6.
This externally developed program equips children to be resilient, effective communicators and empowered to deal with everyday conflict and reduce bullying.
On Tuesday 14 March, representatives from Bridge Builders will be on campus to deliver an information session for parents and carers.
A key focus of the Bridge Builders program is working collaboratively with parents and carers, so that the school and home have the same understandings, skills and language.
The program reinforces skills of respect, empathy, and the importance of trust in relationships in a practical way.
These skills have both short-term and long-term benefits for your child/ren.
Since parents and carers have the biggest influence over a child’s emotional and social skills, we believe in the importance of encouraging and equipping them.
Every child is different and their social and emotional challenges are unique.
The old African proverb "It takes a village to raise a child", reinforces that as parents and schools work together, your child has the best environment to succeed and grow.
To RSVP for this parent information session, please use this link: BOOKING WEBLINK
If you have any questions regarding the program or information session, please contact us through the Junior School Administration Office.
Yours faithfully
Brittany Sinclair Andrew Powell
Assistant Head of Junior School Assistant Head of Junior School
(Wellbeing) (Wellbeing)
Ula Motuga: Class Of 2017 | How It Started (2017) vs How It’s Going (2023) - Part Of Our International Women's Day Celebrations!
Ula Motuga: Class Of 2017 | How It Started (2017) vs How It’s Going (2023) - Part Of Our International Women's Day Celebrations!
Caption: Basketballer Ula Motuga at her school Canterbury College. Picture: Richard Walker (2017)
Ula Motuga (Class Of 2017): How It Started... Sunday 4 June 2017
Logan Basketballer Ula Motuga Selected For Australian Three-On-Three Basketball Team
Michael Cormack – Sunday 4 June 2017 | Albert & Logan News
The experience of taking on the world’s best in her age group will only push Logan basketballer Ula Motuga to greater heights.
That is the opinion of Logan Thunder’s Basketball Operations Manager Luke Cann after the 17-year-old was selected to represent Australia in a three-on-three tournament.
“What I’ve said to a few of our young basketballers who have been selected at a high level, is that you want to get slightly exposed,” Cann said.
“You get a bit more understanding of what it takes to get to those elite levels, so I’m glad she’s going to get that experience.
“She’ll be playing against girls who will go to high-level US colleges.”
Cann said Ula would be well suited to the format.
“At her best, she’s quite unstoppable because she can do it all,” he said.
“She’s made for three-on-three and she’s a prototypical player for the format, because she can score, she can rebound, she can defend, she can pass, and she can play inside and outside.
“If you’ve got skill and size, then you’re well suited and Ula has that.
“You need players who can do it all, because with there being only three players on the court at a time, there is less room for specialist players.
“Ula also has a very good understanding of the game, and there is no coach in this format, so it’s important to have people who understand the game and are strong leaders.”
The Canterbury College Year 12 student said: “It’s good to be given this opportunity”.
“I’m excited about being able to represent my country and being able to play with the best girls in the country,” she said.
“You’ve got to stay focused in the three-on-three format and be ready for whatever.
“The tempo’s a bit quicker than five-on-five basketball — it’s a lot of fun.”
Ula thanked former Thunder player Bridget O’Brien, who has worked with her at Canterbury College, for helping her develop.
--------------------
Ula Motuga (Class Of 2017): How It's Going... Sunday 26 February 2023!!!
FULL MENU & GUEST GIFTS UNVEILED: 2023 International Women’s Day Canterbury Breakfast | 7:45am – 9:30am, THIS Wednesday 8 March @ Canterbury Functions Centre | BOOK NOW!
FULL MENU & GUEST GIFTS UNVEILED: 2023 International Women’s Day Canterbury Breakfast | 7:45am – 9:30am, THIS Wednesday 8 March @ Canterbury Functions Centre | BOOK NOW!
What: 2023 International Women’s Day Canterbury Breakfast.
Official International Women's Day Website | 2023 Campaign Theme: #EmbraceEquity
When: 7:45am – 9:30am, THIS Wednesday 8 March 2023.
Where: Canterbury Functions Centre - Canterbury College.
- Entry via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of on-site parking available.
Who: For ALL Canterbury Community Parents, Carers & Friends.
Hosts: Canterbury College Executive Leadership Team | Years 11 & 12 Hospitality Students.
Event Charity: Supporting The Centre For Women & Co. – A not-for-profit organisation that exists to educate, support and empower women and their families across the Redlands and Logan region.
Breakfast Menu
Upon Arrival: Espresso Coffee | Hot Tea | Chilled Juices | Iced Water.
First Course: Bircher Muesli Cups | Homemade Mixed Berry Friands | Tropical Fruits.
Main Course - Served Banquet Style: Button Mushrooms In Sage Butter | Grilled Roma Tomatoes With Basil | Mini Spinach & Egg Frittatas | Homemade Potato Rostis | Breakfast Kransky Sausages | Grilled Bacon.
FREE Gift: Canterbury Large Umbrella OR Picnic Blanket (for all paying guests) | PLUS Raffle Prizes | LIVE Classical Music Student Performances.
Inspirational Guest Speaker: Jen Buchanan – Future Anything, Melbourne (VIC).
- Developing Educational Leaders | Coach | Keynote Speaker.
- Professional educator across three decades in 12 countries, having lived in and travelled to a further 50 countries, exploring the issues of culture and community.
- “I believe life is defined by burning questions… the questions that are going to get you up and drive you each and every day.” – Jen Buchanan.
- Check out her event preview video below...
https://youtu.be/sor6MF1_RBE
Ticket Cost: $40.00 Per Head + Humanitix Booking Fee | 8 x Guests Per Table.
RSVPs: Bookings Close 11:59pm THIS Sunday 5 March 2023.
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO BOOK & PAY ONLINE VIA HUMANITIX.
Dress Code: Smart Or Business Casual.
Contact: Secondary School Admin – T: 07 3299 0843 | E:
MEET OUR GUEST SPEAKER: 2023 International Women’s Day Canterbury Breakfast | 7:45am – 9:30am, Wednesday 8 March @ Canterbury Functions Centre | ONLY 28 TIX LEFT!
MEET OUR GUEST SPEAKER: 2023 International Women’s Day Canterbury Breakfast | 7:45am – 9:30am, Wednesday 8 March @ Canterbury Functions Centre | ONLY 28 TIX LEFT!
What: 2023 International Women’s Day Canterbury Breakfast.
Official International Women's Day Website | 2023 Campaign Theme: #EmbraceEquity
When: 7:45am – 9:30am, Wednesday 8 March 2023.
Where: Canterbury Functions Centre - Canterbury College.
- Entry via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of on-site parking available.
Who: For ALL Canterbury Community Parents, Carers & Friends.
Hosts: Canterbury College Executive Leadership Team | Years 11 & 12 Hospitality Students.
Event Charity: Proceeds will go to The Centre For Women & Co. – A not-for-profit organisation that exists to educate, support and empower women and their families across the Redlands and Logan region.
Features:
- Inspirational Guest Speaker: Jen Buchanan – Future Anything, Melbourne (VIC).
- Developing Educational Leaders | Coach | Keynote Speaker.
- Professional educator across three decades in 12 countries, having lived and travelled to a further 50 countries, exploring the issues of culture and community.
- “I believe life is defined by burning questions… the questions that are going to get you up and drive you each and every day.” – Jen Buchanan.
- Check out her event preview video below...
https://youtu.be/sor6MF1_RBE
- Delicious full plated breakfast.
- Hot barista coffee, wide tea selection and cold juices.
- Live classical music.
- Major raffle prizes and gift bags.
Ticket Cost: $40.00 Per Head + Humanitix Booking Fee | 8 x Guests Per Table.
RSVPs: Bookings Close 11:59pm Sunday 5 March 2023.
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO BOOK & PAY ONLINE VIA HUMANITIX.
Dress Code: Smart Or Business Casual.
Contact: Secondary School Admin – T: 07 3299 0843 | E:
Annual Canterbury Boys Firsts vs Past Students Alumni Men’s Volleyball Showdown & FREE BBQ | 5:30pm - 8pm, THIS Wednesday 1 March @ Sports Hall
Annual Canterbury Boys Firsts vs Past Students Alumni Men’s Volleyball Showdown & FREE BBQ | 5:30pm - 8pm, THIS Wednesday 1 March @ Sports Hall
What: Annual Canterbury Boys Firsts vs Past Students Alumni Men’s Volleyball Showdown.
When: 5:30pm – 8:00pm, Term One, Week 6: THIS Wednesday 1 March 2023.
5:30pm – Doors Open & FREE BBQ Starts.
6:30pm – Match Commences: 3 Sets x 20 Minutes Each.
7:30pm – Match Concludes.
8:00pm – Event Concludes After 30 Minutes Post-Match Social Time.
Where: The Sports Hall - Canterbury College.
- Access via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of on-site carparking available.
Who: ALL Canterbury Years 10-12 Students AND ALL Past Students Alumni Spectators, Family & Friends AND ALL Parents & Carers MOST WELCOME!
2023 Canterbury Boys Firsts Volleyball Team.
VS
FINAL Past Students Alumni Men's Volleyball Team.
Brad Elms (1999), Andrew Porter (2010), Lincoln Forbes (2011), Cameron Andrews (2017), Wade Neill (2019), Baxter Hood (2019), Casey Milne (2021), Anderson Som (2021), Connor Addley (2021), Dylan Lo (2021), Elijah Walters (2022), Jalen Harrison (2022).
*FREE BBQ & LOLLY BAGS & CRISPS FROM 5:30PM*
Event Music & MC: Mr Michael Brown (2001) - Past Student & Current Junior School Teacher.
Cost: FREE!
RSVPs: Please RSVP by 11:59pm THIS Tuesday 28 February 2023 for BBQ catering purposes via THIS HUMANITIX WEBLINK HERE.
Dress Code: Parents & Carers, Canterbury Alumni, Family & Friends – Smart Casual | Canterbury Years 10-12 Students – School Uniform.
--------------------
Last Year’s Inaugural Squads:
2022 Canterbury Boys Firsts Volleyball Team: Jalen Harrison (Captain), Elijah Walters, Hunter Edwards, Jack Henry, Jack Addley, Jackson King, Jeremy Kriletich. Coach: Mr Andrew Porter.
VS
Past Students Mens Alumni VI Volleyball Team: Brent Thomas (1996), Michael Holland (1997), Rob Joseph (2013), Will Glass (2017), Baxter Hood (2019), Jack Danbury (2020), Cam Andrews (2017), Casey Milne (2021), Anderson Som (2021), Brad Elms (1999), Tony Packenas (2001), Connor Addley (2021).
COVID Late Team Change: OUT - Baxter Hood. IN - Connor Addley.
--------------------
Last Year’s Inaugural Results:
First Set: Past Students Alumni WON 25 - 15. Wow – we have a game on our hands here!
Second Set: Current Student Firsts WON 25 - 23. Phew - now that was a tense, close, tight tussle all the way…
Third Set: Current Student Firsts WON 25 - 11. The fast-tiring alumni players battled uphill against the well-drilled current students, who enjoyed the advantage of a full Term 1 of TAS match cohesiveness, combinations and training drills behind them, as it all clicked together.
CONGRATULATIONS to the 2022 Canterbury Boys Firsts Volleyball Team - Inaugural event winners!
--------------------
NB: The Annual Canterbury Girls Firsts vs Past Students Alumni Women's Netball Showdown is scheduled again for Term 3.
Junior School Weekly Wrap Up | Term One, Week 5
Junior School Weekly Wrap Up | Term One, Week 5
Dear Parents and Carers,
Week 5 has brought some memorable events to the Junior School campus - our House Choir competition, new student lunches, House Spirit breakfasts and key religious events including Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday.
NAPLAN
Canterbury College Junior School students in Years 3 and 5 will participate in the 2023 NAPLAN Online Assessments in Term 1 this year between Wednesday 15 March and Tuesday 21 March.
The testing is being held earlier this year than previous years.
From this year, there will also be changes in the way NAPLAN is marked.
This will allow you to get earlier, simpler, and clearer information about your child’s NAPLAN achievement.
Previously, a ten-band structure was used that aligned with tests that were created in 2008.
As NAPLAN tests are now online and have a very different format to the old style of testing, the bands are no longer consistently aligned.
This year, new proficiency standards with four levels of achievement will be introduced:
- Exceeding
- Strong
- Developing
- Needs additional support.
Please refer to the Media Release from the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority for more information on this. Link to Media Release
Classroom teachers are currently familiarising students with the NAPLAN online environment through participation in the NAPLAN school practice tests.
Canterbury Canteen
The Canterbury Canteen is cashless, and Junior School students are to only use their My Student Account for purchases at the Canteen.
From next Monday, students in Years 3-6 will need to bring their student card to the Canteen to be served.
Cash, student numbers and bank cards will not be accepted by the Canteen for students in these year levels.
Prep – Year 2 can only use the paper bag system for the Canteen.
If students do not have their ID card (and do not have a packed lunch) they will be able to access a lunch voucher at the Junior School Admin Office.
After School Pick Up
Students are to be picked up from these designated areas each afternoon:
- Prep - Year 1: Easterly Street Pick Up
- Years 2-6: High Road Carpark Pick Up
Students are not permitted to meet their parents at the ELC.
There is no staff supervision there at this time, and this area remains out-of-bounds for students unless they have been collected from a pick-up area by their parents/carers and are escorted by their parents/carers.
Under no circumstances are siblings under the age of 18 able to sign ELC students out of the Early Learning Centre.
I also take this opportunity to remind parents/carers not to wait on the verandahs outside classrooms, as this can be very disruptive and inhibit students' learning.
Mother’s Day Staff
I am seeking expressions of interest from parents/carers to join a volunteer team to plan and coordinate the Mother’s Day and Father’s Day Stalls in our Junior School this year.
For any families new to Canterbury, each year parent volunteers purchase, collect, prepare, and sell a range of gift items in the lead up to Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.
A market stall day is then held for our students to do their shopping - an event that students really look forward to with anticipation.
This year the Mother’s Day Stall will be held on Friday 12 May.
Volunteering on projects such as this is a wonderful way to meet other parents and really support the school.
There are a range of ways that you can support this project:
- Volunteer to help manage the project and team of volunteers.
- Volunteer to be a team member and help prepare and sell the gifts.
- Donate gift items: food items, personal care items, knick-knacks, craft items etc.
If you are interested in volunteering your time to this team, please contact Katrina Flower on and we will arrange an on-campus meeting to get the project off the ground.
Further information will come regarding donations of items to sell.
Thank you in advance for your support of the Mother’s Day and Father’s Day stalls for 2023.
International Women’s Day
On Wednesday 8 March we will be recognising and highlighting International Women’s Day here at Canterbury.
This year’s theme is ‘Cracking The Code: Innovation For A Gender Equal Future’.
Students are encouraged to wear a splash of purple with their school uniform e.g. a ribbon, scrunchie, socks, tie, hat, etc - but no t-shirts, skin paint, zinc, wigs etc are permissible.
Students are welcome to, but not pressured to, donate a gold coin which will go towards The Centre For Women & Co., a not-for-profit organisation that exists to educate, support and empower women and their families across the Redlands and Logan region.
Partnership Article: Difference And Diversity
As part of our Wellbeing Programs and Canterbury Values, we teach our students about difference and valuing and accepting others.
It is important that discussions occur in families to support students' understanding.
The adapted article I am sharing this week provides suggestions for how to talk to your children about difference and diversity. Link to Article
Upcoming Events
| Saturday 25 February | Junior TAS Round 4 and Cocurricular Photos |
| Thursday 2 March | Prep Hear To Learn Testing |
| Saturday 4 March | Junior TAS Round 5 |
| Monday 6 - Tuesday 7 March | Bridge Builders Mediator Training |
| Monday 6 March | APS Sumo Robotics Scrimmage |
| Monday 6 March | Years 5/6 The Sacred Sister and Rock And Water Incursions |
| Wednesday 8 March | International Women's Day |
Yours faithfully
Michelle Leftwich
Head of Junior School
Canterbury’s 36th Foundation Day Celebrations: Morning Chapel & Cursus Magnus Relay Race | 8:50am - 10:50am, Monday 13 March @ CEC & Athletics Track
Canterbury’s 36th Foundation Day Celebrations: Morning Chapel & Cursus Magnus Relay Race | 8:50am - 10:50am, Monday 13 March @ CEC & Athletics Track
What: Canterbury’s 36th Foundation Day Celebrations: Morning Chapel & Cursus Magnus Relay Race.
When: Monday Morning 13 March 2023.
8:50am – Foundation Day Morning Chapel.
9:35am – Walk Across Campus & Prepare For…
9:50am – Cursus Magnus: Annual College Relay Race.
10:50am – Event Concludes.
Where:
Morning Chapel – Canterbury Events Centre (CEC).
Cursus Magnus: Annual College Relay Race – Oval 1, Canterbury Athletics Track.
Who: For ALL Junior & Secondary Students | ALL Interested Parents & Carers | ALL Past Students | ALL College Staff.
RSVPs: Not Required.
Dress Code:
Morning Chapel Attendees & Cursus Magnus Spectators: Students – Summer School Uniform / Plus Blazers If On-Stage | Parents & Carers & Past Students – Smart Casual.
Cursus Magnus Relay Runners: Students – Change Into House Sport Uniform | College Staff – Change Into Canterbury Sport/Coach/House/Taipans Polo With Dark Shorts/Leggings | Alumni Team – Predominantly White Top With Dark Shorts/Leggings.
More Information
Canterbury celebrates its 36th Anniversary Foundation Day, by reflecting on how far we’ve come, and looking forward to the ‘milestones and magic’ over the next 36 years, with Morning Chapel in the CEC.
Then Cursus Magnus will see eight teams of eight runners competing in our great annual relay race, cheered on by the Canterbury College community trackside:
- A Years 5–12 Student Team from each of the six Houses.
- Plus our Canterbury Alumni Past Students Team.
- Plus our College Staff Team.
Each runner must complete two laps (800 metres) before passing the baton onto the next runner, until all eight runners have completed their laps, to find the overall winning team.
Best performing House WINS. Who will come out on top?
2021 Cursus Magnus Champions: Becket House.
2022 Cursus Magnus Champions: Ramsey House.
2023 Cursus Magnus Champions: ???
Come and show your House and College spirit as we host one of our big interhouse events for 2023.
Happy Canterbury Foundation Day!
Contact: Secondary School Admin – T: 07 3299 0843 | E: OR Junior School Admin – T: 07 3299 0847 | E:
Dear Canterbury Alumni,
Please email to register for our Official Past Students Alumni Team, with a total of EIGHT runners required.
Dress Code: Predominantly white top with dark shorts/leggings. Let’s Go…
Canterbury At Its Best: College Principal Mr Dan Walker's Week 5 Reflection...
Canterbury At Its Best: College Principal Mr Dan Walker's Week 5 Reflection...
I recently attended a meeting of Queensland Anglican Principals.
One of the reflection workshops focused on the question: "When are you at your best?" and secondly, "When is your school at its best?"
For the purposes of my Principal's reflections this week, I thought I would share my thoughts regarding when Canterbury is "at its best."
My approach as Principal has always been to focus on the things that matter in the education of young people.
This means a deliberate focus on three things:
1. The quality of the curriculum, the quality of teaching and recruitment and retention of talented educators.
Canterbury continues to outperform many rival schools academically because our academic culture is so healthy.
2. Development of the co-curriculum which engages a full range of students and which ensures socialisation, leisure and recreation time.
As the old axiom goes - busy kids tend to be happier kids, and this is a mantra that Canterbury lives by, and I know it is also one of the reasons that attracts families to our school.
3. A high expectations culture in all we do, including student uniform and presentation, the standards of our learning areas, gardens and grounds, and finally the way we embrace diversity in our College.
These three elements are the things that matter.
We don't tend to focus on flashy and shiny programs that don't add value to the education of our students.
We keep our academic standards high but we also ensure that students who need support to access the curriculum or alternative pathways have that support.
Canterbury is at its best when our students and families "buy in" to these three core elements of our culture.
Our students thrive when they commit to their academic studies, access the co-curricular opportunities available and embrace the high expectations culture in all its forms.
We are an "all-rounder" school. It is in our DNA and I hope that it will remain long into the future.
This week, it has been our students planning our service and justice initiatives this year, participation in House Singing, a great round of TAS and JTAS sport, our students at the Anglican Schools Leaders Symposium, Kitchen Garden harvesting and cooking, Year 5 and 6 Spark electives in action, and the first week of Taipan Tutors kicking off.
And this is just one week out of 38!
As an educator, I am at my happiest when I see students develop a wider set of skills, repertoires and perspectives over their time at our College.
I am the most disappointed too, when I see opportunity squandered and promise unfulfilled.
Through our pastoral care system, we hope to track the development and engagement of our students in the important elements of our culture.
Ultimately, when things are not going so well, we always hope to work in partnership with parents to ensure we are getting the best out of every student in our school.
Dan Walker
College Principal
Beenleigh Yatala Junior Chamber Of Commerce Business Breakfast | Student Expressions Of Interest: CLOSE 11:59pm Wednesday 1 March
Beenleigh Yatala Junior Chamber Of Commerce Business Breakfast | Student Expressions Of Interest: CLOSE 11:59pm Wednesday 1 March
Dear Students,
Canterbury College has an opportunity for 19 Secondary Students to attend the upcoming Beenleigh Yatala Junior Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast.
These regular networking events are for students to meet local community and business stakeholders, and hear from exciting or noted guest speakers.
This breakfast is aimed at students who are interested in student leadership, business and entrepreneurial ideas, and improving our local communities.
All Secondary Students are welcome to express their interest in attending.
If you would like to come to this breakfast, please complete the short survey below and explain why you are interested.
Expressions Of Interest close 11:59pm Wednesday 1 March 2023.
Please direct any questions to Mrs von Kanel in the Mathematics and Commerce Staff Room or via email -