SENIOR SCHOOL
Senior Schooling News
Gudamulli to our students, families, and community!
Year 12
We’ve reached the halfway point of Term 3, and our Year 12 students are working hard to complete their final internal assessments across both General and Applied subjects. Most students will be finishing their classes by the end of Week 7. Please note: students who have outstanding work will be required to remain at school until they receive an official clearance letter from the Senior Schooling team indicating they are eligible to finish.
General subject students will begin mock examinations after Week 7 in preparation for their External Assessments.
Recently, our ATAR students took part in a virtual presentation delivered by QTAC (Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre). This included two informative sessions: "How to Apply to QTAC" and "Understanding ATAR". These presentations provided valuable insights into the tertiary application process.
To further support students, one-on-one and small group sessions have been held with our Senior Schooling Guidance Officer, Mr. McKenzie, who is available to assist with university applications and information about bridging courses if required.
For more details on ATAR and QTAC, visit:
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Key Dates – Year 12
- Mock Exams: 8 – 25 October
- External Exams: 27 October – 18 November
- First Nations Senior Celebration: 12 November
- Formal: Wednesday, 19 November
- Graduation Ceremony: Friday, 21 November
Pyjama Day!
All Year 12 students are encouraged to take part in the PYJAMA DAY on the 21st August. Gold coin donation is required, and all donations will go towards a Year 12 gift to the school. Furnishing students will be making two bench seats for the Senior Learning Centre. We will also have a movie playing at Lunch 1 and Lunch 2 is a board games bonanza! Come along in your PJ’s and create some memories with your cohort!
Final Cohort Photo
Year 12’s will be having a final cohort photo on the 28th August during period 2 after the Whole School Parade. Students are to wear their school polo shirt and pants to they are all in the same uniform.
QATSIF Graduation at CQU
Congratulations to our QATSIF graduates on receiving their QATSIF graduate certificates at Central Queensland University! Our students experienced a beautiful ceremony with dance, artwork and guest speakers. We wish our QATSIF graduates all the best for their future pathways.
Year 11
Our Year 11 students recently attended their school camp at Seaforth Pines Outdoor Education Centre. A big thank you to Miss Bygrave for organising and facilitating this wonderful experience, and to Mr. Hodgens, Mr. Hodgetts, Aunty Jodie, and Mrs Vesey for their supervision and support. Students provided excellent feedback and thoroughly enjoyed the leadership and team-building activities.
Year 11 Senior Jersey Orders
Our current Year 11 students will be able to order their jerseys later in the term.
Once your student is eligible, they will be granted access to the online shop where payment will be made with the preferred supplier – Struddys.
Details will be sent out about access to the shop once finalised.
Students will have strictly two weeks to order.
Again, all school fees must be up to date, otherwise this order will not be accepted.
Sample sizes are now available for fitting at Senior Schooling once ordering is opened.
Names on the back of jerseys must be appropriate and will be reviewed by school staff prior to printing.
Please contact our Senior Schooling Team on (07) 4924 7888 if you have any queries regarding the senior polo and/or jersey.
Pathways Mentor
Looking ahead, all Year 11 students will be assigned a Pathways Mentor Teacher at the end of this term. These mentors will help guide students through their senior schooling journey, supporting them with achieving their QCE (Queensland Certificate of Education), ATAR, and exploring career and employment options. Mentors will meet with students at least three times from the end of Year 11 through to the conclusion of Year 12.
Learn more about QCE and ATAR here: https://www.qtac.edu.au/
Career News
There are currently several exciting career and training opportunities available for Year 11 and 12 students. If you need help with applications, resumes, or cover letters, please see a member of the Senior Schooling team or Mrs. Hinchliffe in the D Block staffroom. Opportunities are also posted on the D Block noticeboard and on the school notices webpage.
Here are just a few opportunities currently available:
Rockhampton Regional Council – 2026 Traineeship Intake
Applications close 1 September 2025
- 9 × Business Administration
- 2 × Civil Construction (Civil Operations)
- 2 × Civil Construction (FRW)
- 3 × Horticulture (Gardener Trainee)
- 1 × Horticulture (Grave Operative Gardener Trainee)
- 1 × Live Production
- 1 × Apprentice Mechanic
QBuild Apprenticeships – Now open for carpentry, plumbing, and electrical.
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JGP Electrical – 2026 Apprentice Electrician applications now open.
Please see Mrs. Hinchliffe for more details.
We wish all our Senior Schooling students the very best for the remainder of Term 3. Remember, the Senior Schooling team is always here to support your academic and career journey.
Leah Vea Vea
HOD Senior Schooling