Parent Connect
Parent Connect is the school-wide parent community support group focused on nurturing the fun and family-centric side of school life. We provide valuable support services through formal and informal networks across the School. We intentionally communicate, connect, coordinate services and facilitate wellbeing support for our families and the greater community. Click here to view on MyChurchie.
Join Parent Connect
Join here. The Churchie parent community has a long-standing initiative to enable the sharing of contact details for those who opt in and provide consent. Joining the Parent Connect database is easy. Once you have joined, you will receive communication from your parent coordinators, access to your cohort’s parent contact list, and membership to the private Facebook groups.
Parent Connect contacts
Click here to meet the executive team and coordinator community of volunteer parents. Each year, house and service activity has dedicated friendly peer contacts for parents, helping them navigate school life, hosting social connections, and administering private Facebook groups.
Services and volunteer engagement
Any member of the Churchie community (parents, Old Boys, friends, and staff) can participate in these services or make a confidential request for wellbeing support. Click here to volunteer or request support.
Upcoming events
We host several events throughout the year to unite our community, and we would love for you to join us. Our upcoming events include:
- Wednesday | Midweek Meditations | The Chapel | 7:45 am
- Friday 19 July | Year 7 Parent Coffee | The Arches | from 8 am
- Friday 19 July | Biggs and Hillary Houses Mothers Lunch | Alchemy Restaurant | 12 pm | RSVP
- Saturday 20 July | Year 10 Parents Event | Birds Nest Restaurant | 4 pm | RSVP
- Wednesday 24 July | Parent Connect Coffee and Connect | The Arches | 8:15 am
- Wednesday 24 July | Parent Connect Meeting | Brenan Pavilion | 9 am | RSVP
- Wednesday 24 July | Grenfell Parent and Student House Breakfast | Venue TBA | 7:30 am
- Friday 26 July | Biggs House Fathers Dinner | Story Bridge Hotel | 6:30 pm | RSVP
- Wednesday 31 July | Parent BBQ, COB x Wellbeing Speaker Series Event | The Centenary Library lecture theatre | 5:30 pm
- Friday 16 August | Mansfield Goat Burger Day | Churchie (venue TBA) | from 12 |
- Wednesday 11 September | Spring Lunch | Greek Club | 11:30 am
- Thursday 12 September | Year 12 Father and Son Breakfast | Viking Café courtyard | 7:15 am
Meals on Wheels
Churchie Meals on Wheels is a well-established volunteering service initiative by Biggs and Gerald Houses (all parents are welcome to volunteer). This year, eight new parent volunteers joined a roster group of 25. Every Friday, without fail, we drive two or three Biggs/Gerald boys and deliver meals in the Bulimba and Carina areas. Here are some photos and testimonials from our parent volunteers:
After my first volunteer drive for Meals on Wheels, I felt grateful for the opportunity to not only be a part of helping those in need but also to meet and talk with the volunteering Churchie boys. Talking to the boys about where they are from, how exams are going and their opinions on the latest Origin game gave me a chance to connect. Watching the boys take charge of the deliveries and seeing the smiles and gratitude from the recipients warmed my heart. I left feeling a sense of satisfaction and pride watching these young men help those in need and looking forward to my next MOW drive!
Annie B (first-time volunteer in 2024)
I enjoy that small connection with the School while, at the same time, giving back to the community. Hearing the school news via the boys each time I’m rostered and seeing them participate in fantastic community service is great. The boys and I have encountered lots of interesting people covering West End, Holland Park and, in more recent years, the Carina Meals on Wheels routes. Back in my ‘school mum’ days, I had a people mover, which was great, but nowadays I drive a much smaller car, but we seem to manage! I hope to continue with MOW for years to come!
Michelle J (volunteer for 21 years)
Contact Meals on Wheels Coordinator Stacey Lacey (Years 11 and 9 parent) to learn more about volunteering for Meals on Wheels on Fridays. Click here to volunteer or request support.
Zei Balas rugby team supporters
Parent Connect is honoured to have been invited to support this Indigenous student-led initiative. The Zei Balas rugby team was established in 2021 with the help of Churchie staff members Kelly Jackson and Craig Howe. They formed a rugby team to compete in the ABF Queensland Murri Carnival, enabling the opportunity to showcase their talents and proudly represent their diverse backgrounds and rich culture through sports with their mates from remote communities.
Captain Jayden Ah Boo and Vice-Captain Bailen Noy are leading the 2024 team, which includes players from Thursday Island, Badu Island, Horn Island, Mabuiag Island, Mungindi, Brisbane and Sunshine Coast.
Our support involves raising community awareness, fundraising, and engaging supporters. Thanks to the growing community of supporters, the team has developed their logo and uniforms and continues to raise funds to meet their financial needs. You can support the team by attending their games at Churchie Rugby home games, following their story, and contributing via GoFundMe.
Best wishes, Parent Connect Executive Team and Coordinator Community.