As the last days of winter recede and we move towards another beautiful Queensland summer, our boys have an opportunity to reflect upon their efforts across the three terms of the year.
I wonder, as they consider their achievements and progress, are they well pleased, somewhat pleased, or disappointed? It may well be a mixture of all three as they cast their eye over the landscape of their school year. The great thing about life, particularly when you are young, is that new opportunities and beginnings come along all the time. A new approach, a new attitude, or a new solution can be found by an inquisitive mind on any given day.
The forthcoming vacation provides an ideal opportunity to reflect on progress, review one’s goals, and redouble the intention to improve upon current results. Whether our boys are travelling during this vacation, preparing for ATAR or IB examinations, or spending time with family at home, it is important to think about the personal growth and milestones established throughout this year. I would love to see every boy draw a sense of satisfaction and fulfilment in knowing that there has been tangible growth and improvement this year—that every opportunity has been seized, and hitherto insurmountable challenges have been embraced, resulting in an imbued sense of self-confidence and willingness to strive further.
Each term, like each year, brings with it the promise of a new beginning, made so much the richer after a period of honest reflection. In his book Sons of Magnus, School Founder Canon Morris wrote, ‘If you are foolish and make a mess of things, or even just get slack, you can always start afresh, and do better next time!’ (Chapter XIV).
Year 12 Study Camp 2024
I commend to our Year 12 students the study camp opportunity available to them, hosted in The Centenary Library, in the second week of the semester break. This is a great opportunity to consolidate learning prior to the Term 4 external examinations for IB and ATAR subjects. Such an opportunity is made possible by the generosity of our teaching staff who make themselves available to offer tutoring sessions. I do thank our teaching staff very much for their willingness to support the Year 12 students in this way.
Congratulations: four GPS premierships
Winning a GPS premiership is always a challenging enterprise. Given the very competitive nature of GPS sports and activities, it is not often the School secures four premierships in a single year, with the Track and Field Championships still to come. I therefore warmly congratulate the staff, students, coaches and volunteers in our basketball, chess, football and volleyball programmes who have achieved a Firsts premiership this year. Such achievements are only possible with a whole-community effort; I thank and congratulate everyone involved in these cocurricular success stories. I also acknowledge the many parents who volunteer their time to support our students, staff and coaches—supporting and building the communities upon which our success is built.
Best wishes for a safe and refreshing mid-semester vacation
Dr Alan Campbell Headmaster
Withdrawal of enrolment for 2025
Withdrawal of your son from Churchie requires one full term’s notice in writing to Churchie Admissions via email (admissions@churchie.com.au) as outlined in the terms and conditions of your son’s enrolment agreement. Notice of your intention to withdraw your son at the end of Term 4, 2024 (i.e. he will not be returning to Churchie in 2025) must be received by the first day of Term 4, 2024 (Monday 30 September) or one term’s fees will be charged.
The next general meeting of the CPAA is on Sunday 29 September 2024 at 4 pm in Nichols Theatre located in the Stanley and May Smith Science Centre. Each year, one of our meetings is held on the day boarders return from holidays to enable our further-flung parents to attend in person. It is a great opportunity for day and boarding parents to share the afternoon and we look forward to seeing many parents there. The agenda will be released shortly.
CPAA Executive membership in 2025
While all Churchie parents are automatically general members of the CPAA, there is also a CPAA Executive body, which meets one to two times per term to provide parent input and advice directly to the School Executive and School Council on matters of strategic and practical importance. In 2024, the CPAA Executive worked with the School in relation to fundraising policy, the master building plan, cocurricular support, volunteer engagement and boarding provision, among other topics.
The Executive is appointed by the School Council and consists of two representatives from the Prep School, Years 7 to 9, Years 10 to 12, boarding and cocurricular support groups, and one representative from Parent Connect. Members are appointed for 12 months at a time, with a maximum term of four years. The Constitution is available on myChurchie on the CPAA page.
Are you interested in joining the CPAA Executive in 2025? Nominations are now open, and we encourage all interested parents to apply by completing the document at this link and returning it to cpaa@churchie.com.au by Friday 25 October 2024. Our current Chair, Angela Rae, would be happy to talk further if you would like more information—she can be contacted at agrae@burnettlane.com.au.
Prep School
It has been another busy, challenging and rewarding term at Churchie Prep. The boys have certainly earned a well-deserved holiday. Even this edition of our newsletter highlights the many wonderful activities our boys are involved in during any given week.
As I reflect on the events of Term 3, I am filled with a sense of pride in the way the boys have thrown themselves into all that is on offer in the Prep School. We often speak about the holistic nature of our school and providing a well-rounded education for our boys, and our boys have certainly been a living embodiment of that sentiment. Boys have been involved in a variety of academic incursions and excursions: Interhouse Track and Field, Prep Solos, Book Week, a variety of academic competitions including ICAS and AMC maths, Reception boys hosting St Margaret’s mini showcases, our ongoing commitment to the GPS sporting fixtures, Father’s Day celebrations and a sausage sizzle, our first ever house chapel services along with house basketball competitions, and we will finish the term with a Prep School Eucharist Service and our annual Tug of War competition. Not to mention 59 boys and 7 staff will be undertaking the annual Year 6 Canberra Tour during the first week of the holidays. It certainly has been a very busy and productive Term 3.
Our staff have been instrumental in ensuring quality learning has been happening in our classrooms this term and in providing these wonderful opportunities that exist as part of the Churchie Prep School. I know they too are looking forward to a well-earned holiday.
I hope the newsletter continues to showcase the wonderful work of our talented boys and dedicated staff as we continually strive to give our boys the best possible educational experience. I am sure you will agree that what we see in the weekly newsletter is just the tip of the iceberg. I trust you and your family will enjoy a restful and relaxing holiday period; take the opportunity to recharge the batteries and prepare yourself in readiness for a busy and exciting Term 4.
Helpfulness is being of service to others and doing thoughtful things that make a difference in their lives. Offer your help without waiting to be asked. Ask for help when you need it. When we help each other, we get more done. Being helpful makes all our lives easier.
Attribute of the week: reflective
When we are reflective, we think back on our learning. We know what we are good at and set goals to do better.
House Chapels
Last week, for the first time in the history of the Prep School, we held our inaugural Prep School House Chapels. Under the guidance of Chaplain Stephanie, our four chapel leaders planned, organised and led each service. Each leader selected a unique theme for their House Chapel, focusing on topics such as the centenary of the chapel, St Magnus, service and teamwork. The leaders also chose the hymns, readings and prayers for their respective Houses.
A highlight of each service was a Year 6 student sharing his thoughts and reflections on the new house system. It was heartwarming to hear the boys speak about the connections they’ve built with peers across the school and the sense of pride they have in their house. It was also a joy to welcome parents to these special services, further strengthening the bonds within our community and supporting the spiritual development of our boys.
Reception and Year 1 mini showcases
This week, our Reception and Year 1 students held their mini showcases, demonstrating their learning in their current Units of Inquiry. The Reception boys focused on the learner profiles and shared reflections on how their family members exemplify different profiles. The boys shared some interesting and amusing stories about their families, which made for a delightful experience.
The Year 1 Showcase centred on the theme ‘Sharing the Planet’. The Year 1 boys presented their research on Australian animals to their families, discussing their chosen animal’s environment, food sources, predators and unique characteristics. It was wonderful to see our Year 1 parents supporting the boys as they proudly showcased their learning.
As part of our new house system, the boys have been engaging in friendly interhouse sports competitions. These events contribute valuable house points towards the Hobbs Cup. This week, our Year 5 and 6 boys participated in the lunchtime FIBA 3v3 house basketball competition. The fast-paced, 10-minute games were played within the 3-point arc, allowing for quick scoring and player substitutions after each point. This format ensured maximum participation and plenty of scoring opportunities.
In a round-robin format, the houses competed in a series of fun and competitive matches. Congratulations to Angles House, who went undefeated in both the Year 5 and Year 6 events! It was fantastic to see the boys demonstrating friendly competition and healthy sportsmanship. Events like this provide a great opportunity for the boys to learn from one another in a fun and supportive environment. A special thank you to the housemasters for their support and to Tim Sutherland and Jade Frewin for organising such a successful event.
Year 4: Emu Gully, Wednesday 16 to Friday 18 October
Year 5: Tyalgum Ridge Retreat, Monday 4 to Wednesday 6 November
Mark Wyer Head of Preparatory School
Senior School
Yalari Gala Dinner
Since 2005, Yalari has been offering full boarding school scholarships to Indigenous children from regional and remote communities across Australia, allowing them to complete their entire secondary education. Yalari believes education is the key to driving generational change and empowering future leaders.
We are proud to have 11 students currently benefiting from a Yalari scholarship. The Yalari Gala Dinner was a resounding success in Brisbane at the BCEC. It was a night of celebration, marking the remarkable achievements of Yalari scholarship holders from across Queensland. The evening was filled with inspiring stories from alumni and a special celebration of our Year 12 graduates.
The event also allowed attendees to contribute to this worthy cause, helping to support future students on their educational journeys.
Kelly Jackson Reconciliation Action Plan Coordinator
Year 11 IB Extended Essay – Café
A central part of the IB Diploma Programme is the extended essay (EE)—one of three elements known as the core and the heart of the IB philosophy. The EE offers students the opportunity to research and investigate a topic of their own choice that interests them, using the independent research and writing skills they will need at university. Over a nine-month period, students design and research a question, working both independently and with a supervisor to craft a 4,000-word essay.
Last Thursday afternoon, our Year 11 IB students, who have just started their EE process, were involved in the Extended Essay Café. They spoke to their parents, teachers and peers about their potential topics and the research undertaken so far. The cohort has chosen subject areas ranging from business management, economics, philosophy, history, literature, mathematics, computer science, biology, environmental systems and societies (ESS), film, visual arts, music and theatre.
Thank you to Brian Bodell, who coordinates the extended essay process, as well as to the staff who facilitated the group discussions during the café—Matthew Preston, Alene Morley and Tracey Allen. Best wishes to our Year 11 students as they begin this exciting journey.
Year 12 IB student Will Shackel recently returned from a week at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he attended the short course ‘Nuclear Energy in a Low-Carbon Future: Key Facts and Issues.’ Over the week, Will attended a series of lectures presented by a range of speakers, including:
Atte Harjanne (Parliament of Finland), who spoke about nuclear energy in Finland, including energy security, waste management, public acceptance and political atmosphere
Kasparas Spokas (Clean Air Task Force), who discussed the value of hydrogen in the global energy matrix and the role of nuclear energy in the production of clean hydrogen
Elina Teplinsky (Pillsbury Law), who focused on the current global state of nuclear energy
Zach Hartwig (MIT), who spoke about fusion energy.
Over the three days, the course covered topics ranging from nuclear and climate change, nuclear power plant basics and costs and the history of nuclear energy, to advanced reactors and fuels and the current state of nuclear energy worldwide. Will also participated in a tour of the MIT reactor.
This was a wonderful opportunity for Will to advance his knowledge of nuclear energy and meet with industry leaders from around the world.
Catherine Prosser Dean of International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Vision Valley for Year 9, 2025
Expression of interest closes Friday 20 September 2024.
Thank you to Year 8 families for your enthusiastic responses to the 2025 Vision Valley programme! Within the first few days, we surpassed the number of students who expressed interest in attending next year’s programme. With that in mind, I want to remind all families that our deadline for initial responses is Friday 20 September or when we reach 100 registrations, whichever happens first.
The cost of the programme is $6,300. This includes all activities, both on and off-campus at Vision Valley, travel to the Hawkesbury and the uniform provided to each participant.
A dedicated page for Vision Valley is available on myChurchie, where you can access slides from the recent information evening, as well as a video that embodies the essence of the programme can be viewed here. You can also access the 2025 Vision Valley Programme Handbook on this page.
Berian Williams-Jones Deputy Head of Senior School (Years 7–9)
Outdoor Education myChurchie revamp
The Outdoor Education team would like to present our revamped Outdoor Education page within myChurchie. Here, you will find our ever-evolving cookbook with easy-to-use instructional videos that will help parents and students recreate simple, healthy and tasty midweek meals while better understanding the nutritional content of our programmes. You will also find a ‘News and Updates’ section where we aim to provide the wider community with context about why we do what we do. This section will include updates on exciting news in the Outdoor Education space, such as the announcement of the inaugural recipients of the ‘Heartbreak Hero’ trophy.
The highlighted topic in SchoolTV this month is a special report on R U OK? Day which can be accessed via this link or on the Wellbeing page of myChurchie.
Understanding the growing challenges related to mental health among young people is critical. Anxiety, depression and self-harm are significant causes for concern. Factors such as academic pressure, social media, family dynamics and societal expectations contribute to these issues. It is crucial for parents and caregivers to take action early, remove the stigma surrounding mental health discussions and offer accessible support.
R U OK? Day focuses on suicide prevention by encouraging meaningful personal connections and helping informal support networks recognise the signs of distress. We urge all families to take part, emphasising the value of genuine human relationships and reminding everyone to ask the important question: ‘Are you OK?’
Engaging in R U OK? Day activities go beyond the classroom—it is a commitment to our students’ overall development. Schools that openly discuss mental health create safe spaces where students feel understood, valued and supported. Parents and caregivers can contribute by fostering open conversations, normalising feelings and breaking down mental health stigmas. Participating in R U OK? Day promotes compassion and shows our dedication to the wellbeing of the entire school community, reaffirming that together we can truly make a difference.
This Special Report provides guidance on how to talk to your child about mental health and engage in meaningful discussions.
We look forward to hosting Churchie’s Art Awards, CART, on Thursday 3 October. This event is a genuine highlight of our arts season and one in which the boys’ creativity and thought-provoking artistic works are beautifully displayed.
Junior awards for Years 7 to 9 students will be announced at Headmaster’s Assembly on Thursday 3 October, and senior awards will be announced by the guest judges during the opening evening.
Senior exhibition
Junior exhibition
Viking Café volunteers
We are fortunate to have dedicated parents like Juanita Wrigley and Kirsten Hanly generously contributing their time to our Viking Café. Juanita, whose sons are Connor and Churchie Old Boy Blake (2017), volunteers once a month. She finds it rewarding not only for the chance to see her son and his friends but also for the opportunity to meet other parents whose children are in the same year level as hers.
Kirsten, who volunteers alongside Juanita, has sons Caleb, Rory and Fraser at Churchie, and shares Juanita’s enthusiasm. She values the opportunity to engage with the school community and connect with new people. Kirsten notes, ‘It’s a wonderful way to contribute and stay in touch with what’s happening around the school.’ She also appreciates that the time commitment is manageable—only from morning tea to lunch—which makes it a convenient way to support the school while building new friendships with other parents.
We invite you to join Juanita and Kirsten in experiencing the sense of community that comes with volunteering at the Viking Café. Even a small contribution of time can make a significant impact.
Please contact the Tuckshop Volunteers Coordinator for more details if you can spare some time during the term to help in our busy tuckshops.
Churchie Boarding is continuing to travel far and wide to meet with current, future and past community members. We are pleased to be supported by members of the OBA Committee, School Executive, School Council and the Churchie Foundation at many of these events. Please spread the word or visit us if you are in the area.
Outback Rowing Regatta, Barcaldine and Longreach, 5 and 6 October
Noosa boarding families dinner, 5 October
Mt Isa Boarding Schools Expo, 3 December
See Churchie Boarding on the road for RSVP links and further details:
As Term 3 comes to a close, it’s a great opportunity to reflect on the wonderful opportunities that are on offer to you at Churchie. The opportunity to perform solo at the Soiree to a warm and supportive audience as you seek improvement on your chosen instrument; or even the chance to challenge yourself at Churchie’s Best Solos with one of the best adjudicators in the nation in Simon Hewitt. To perform and share the stage with James Morrison and Darren Percival is a memory to be treasured and the Gala concert with its audio-visual extravaganza finishing in a massed orchestral arrangement of the Interstellar theme will also be a treasured memory.
These opportunities for the young men of Churchie do not happen without the immense support of our parent community and the dedication of our teaching staff. As we farewell our Senior Musicians (whilst asking them to return for Tri-Service Cadets and Speech Night performances in Term 4) and as we move into our new ensembles for the 2024/25 season, it’s a great time to reflect on the benefits of music. Below is an article from Dr Diana Tolmie on the benefits of music education, with a great focus on the humanitarian and mental health qualities.
Sheet Music
All Years 7 to 12 students with barcoded music are to return their original copies to the Textbook Room next to The Centenary Library lecture theatre. You will notice an overdue notice on this music. Those members of Morris Winds and Symphony Orchestra should retain their Speech Night and Tri-Service Cadet Parade music, including ‘Jupiter’, Interstellar and ‘American Barndance’.
Senior farewell
On Tuesday 10 September 2024, the end-of-season senior farewell took place in Magnus Quad with a spectacular gathering. The Senior Students were presented with cuff links from the Music Support Group and in return shared their favourite experiences and gave some sage advice to younger students of Churchie Music. Please take the time to read one of the responses from the senior students when asked what advice he would provide for a young musician at Churchie:
‘My advice for any current or future Churchie boy within music is something you’ve likely heard a thousand times and that is to take advantage of every opportunity you can, especially within cocurricular music. The experience you will gain from joining that extra ensemble and attending that extra competition or concert will be monumental and every time you turn up to a rehearsal in the morning, you will feel that bit more content with the progress you are making. In simple terms, what you put in is what you get out.’
The night concluded with a huge thank you to the Music Support Group, who we would simply not be able to do without and our dedicated music staff before a Massed Orchestral performance of Interstellar in Morris Hall from the amazing Gala concert. Thank you to everyone who came along to attend and celebrate what has been one of the best music seasons yet.
We look forward to seeing the Seniors at Tri-Service Cadets and Speech Night for their final performances in Term 4, whilst we reform ensembles for the new season ahead.
Congratulations to the following students who will perform as part of the AHEP and SHEP programs over the holidays at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University from Thursday 26 September – Sunday 29 September.
AHEP Concerts and held on Saturday 28 September and SHEP QLD Concerts are held on Sunday 29 September.
Please see below a list of participants and which ensemble and concert they will be performing in:
Benjamin Shepherd – Vocal (Alto Jazz Vocal Ensemble, Concert Five, 5:30 – 6:30 pm)
Music Camp 2024
Congratulations to those members who have been selected in a Premiere Ensemble for the 2024 Music Camp. It is an exciting time with guest conductors for each ensemble and lots of new repertoire. All premiere ensemble members are expected to attend. A reminder to complete your consent form and payment link by the end of the week Friday 13 September, 2024.
Bohdan Davison Director of Music
Sport
2025 GPS Sports and Activities Selections – Changes window
We would like to provide all families with a final opportunity to check and amend boys’ 2025 GPS Sports and Activities Selections.
The portal link will be reopened for the final time between Monday 2 September at 6 am to Thursday 12 September at 6 pm.
Only parents have access to the portal link and students’ GPS Sports and Activities selections must be submitted by parents.
This is the final opportunity to amend any previous selections before 2025 selections are finalised. Please log into the system now to make any changes.
Service and Cadets preferences are administered via the Subject Selection process.
Music and the Creative and Performing Arts selection processes follow the same process as GPS Sports and Activities selections.
Our GPS Chess season has now concluded. Congratulations to our Premier Team, who secured their fifth consecutive GPS Premiership, rounding out an undefeated season. These young men now turn their focus to the Queensland Teams State Championships, which will be held in the second weekend of Term 4.
Congratulations to the 81 boys who participated from our school. Their strong performances this season saw Churchie place second overall in the GPS Competition, only 27.5 points behind the overall winners, Brisbane Grammar School (BGS).
Friday night saw our final competition for the term, our annual ‘Best of Viking’ Tournament, held before our end-of-season awards event, Endgame. Congratulations to the winners from the following year levels:
Year 12: Ryan Liaw
Year 11: Alex Abbott
Year 10: Kevin Chou
Year 9: Justin Zhu
Year 8: Benjamin Wu
Year 7: Yunfan Shu
Year 6: Aariz Bansal
Year 5: Zhibin Yan
Awards were also presented to the following students for having undefeated seasons or achieving a score of 80% or more.
Undefeated
Sravan Renjith
Jayden Ooi
Nicholas Bond
Jeongmin Choi
Santiago De Leon
Alex Ko
Aadit Arora
Max Miles
Austin Li
80%+
Ryan Liaw
Alex Renwick
Max Yan
Kevin Chou
Quan Nguyen
Zerui Xing
Owen Yu
Oliver Kotsomitis
Lachlan Chow
Lucas Xue
Owen Shen
Chris Cong
Tom Duke
Aariz Bansal
Dhruv Bansal
Prep School boys will receive their awards next term. Special congratulations must also go to the 43 Prep boys who represented the school last week at the Term 3 Brisbane Primary South Inter-School Tournament at Citipointe Christian College. The success at this tournament saw two Churchie teams qualify for the upcoming Queensland Teams State Championships in the Primary division, along with numerous medals and individual accolades. Well done to all of these young men.
Max Condon Director of Chess
Primary Inter-School Chess Results: Brisbane South, Term 3, 2024
A sea of blue and grey descended upon Citipointe Christian College this week as Churchie contested the Term 3 instalment of the Brisbane South Primary Inter-School Chess competition. A total of 39 Churchie boys competed across four of the five divisions, composing nine teams of four and one team of three. Churchie once again soared to great heights at this term’s inter-school event.
In the Premier Division, the Churchie 1 team, consisting of Zeqi Xing, Owen Shen, Yuwei Wang and Austin Li, eclipsed the competition with a gold-medal-winning performance, scoring 26 out of 28 games. This result reprises their first-place performances from Term 1 and Term 2, cementing their position as the pre-eminent primary chess team in the region. The Churchie 2 team achieved an excellent bronze medal with a score of 17.5/28. Both teams have qualified for the upcoming Queensland Inter-School Chess State Finals to be held at Gregory Terrace, in October.
Other Churchie teams also performed admirably. The Churchie 3 team won gold in the A Division with a score of 19.5/28, while Churchie 7 secured another gold in the B Division. Many other teams achieved commendable results, with Churchie 6 finishing equal 6th in the B Division. All but one Churchie team placed in the top three of their respective divisions.
Individually, Austin Li earned gold in the Premier Division with a perfect score of 7/7. He was one of only two players out of 263 to achieve this feat, the other being Leonard Smerdon – the son of Churchie Old Boy and chess captain, Grandmaster Dr David Smerdon – in the D Division. Zeqi Xing and Owen Shen finished in equal second place in the Premier Division with 6.5/7, while Yuwei Wang placed 5th. In the A Division, Zhibin Yan won outright with 6/7 and Dhruv Bansal finished equal 4th. Alan Wu finished equal 3rd in the B Division with 5.5/7 and Sidharth Arora and Adeshwar Dhillon placed equal 6th.
The boys’ exceptional results reflect their hard work, dedication and the nurturing pastoral care that distinguishes Churchie Chess. Their sportsmanship and dignity throughout the event were exemplary and they are a credit to themselves and the School. Congratulations to all prize winners and competitors.
Maximilian Windsor Churchie Chess
Sporting achievements
Congratulations to the following students who achieved representative success in their respective sporting pursuits.
Track and Field
Several Churchie athletes competed for Lytton District in the Met East Regional Track and Field 10 to 12 Years Championships on Thursday 22 August and Friday 23 August.
All boys competed well, with the following selected for the Met East team to contest the State Championships from Thursday 10 October to Sunday 13 October:
George Chandler – 11 Years 800 m and 1500 m
Daniel Lane – 12 Years 1500 m
Charlie Lopes – 12 Years 100 m, 200 m, Long Jump and 4 x 100 m Relay
Winston Rogers – 11 Years 1500 m and High Jump
Congratulations to these boys, and we wish them well at the State Championships next term.
Trent Goodrick Head of Cocurricular
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, host social connections and administer private Facebook groups.
Upcoming events
Upcoming events and dates for your diary are below:
Thursday 12 September | Year 12 Father and Son Breakfast
Thursday 3 October | CART Awards evening, Hayward Midson
Saturday 5 October | Nansen House Family Social | 2 to 5 pm | RSVP
Tuesday 8 October | CAM Awards, Dendi Coorparoo
Wednesday 9 October | Parent Connect Meeting | 6 to 7 pm | Brenan Pavillion
Saturday 12 October | Biggs House Parents Catchup | venue TBC
Saturday 9 November | Year 10 Christmas party | venue TBC
View the school calendar on myChurchie for all scheduled events.
Student-led initiative – Zei Balas
There is less than a month to go until the ABF QLD Murri Carnival and it’s hard to contain our excitement. We are incredibly grateful for the support the team have received and we wanted to share some exciting updates with you.
Recent Milestones:
U16 Boys Team Registration for Murri Competition 2024
Student Designed On and Off Field Uniforms
U16 Team Finalised
Team Accommodation – provided by Churchie with our huge thanks!
We aim to raise an additional $11,400 to ensure the team of 27 is well-fed for the competition from Tuesday 24 September, to Sunday 29 September. It is a bit to raise in a short time. Please consider making a contribution via the GoFundMe link below. No matter the size, every donation brings us closer to this goal.
The Ultimate $500k Sports Car and Experience Raffle
The Churchie Foundation is giving you the opportunity to win extraordinary prizes from a prize pool valued at $500,000. Prizes include a Porsche vehicle package valued at $320,000, Porsche Alpine Travel Experiences valued at $80,000 each and a Sports Travel Experience valued at $20,000.
Ticket sales close on Friday 22 November 2024 at 9 am.
Pixevety is Churchie’s photo platform, where photos from across the School will be uploaded weekly. The system recognises students so parents can simply click ‘myVIPs’ and see their son’s photos in one easy location.
Families new to the School may not see ‘myVIPs’ yet, as new student ID photos are still to be processed in the system. However, you can still browse the galleries.
Watch the video below to learn how to use Pixevety.
We welcome mums and dads to volunteer at our tuckshops. Please contact the Tuckshop Volunteers Coordinator for more details if you can spare some time during the term to help in our busy tuckshops.
