College Newsletter Term Three Week 10 2023

Principal's Address

Upcoming Events

DATE CLAIMER

Date	Event	Time
Tuesday 4 June	Bucket Day
Friday 7 June	Class of 2023 Reunion
Friday 7 June	House Choir	1pm
Friday 14 June	Term 2 concludes

Teaching & Learning

FROM THE CAREER’S OFFICE

Career Counselling

For any students wanting to discuss career information, post-schooling pathways, job skills etc. please see Mr Moscos in the Careers Office.

Phone: (07) 3010 1158

Email: pmoscos@slc.qld.edu.au

UQ Enhanced Studies Program Applications Open

The Enhanced Studies Program provides students with an opportunity to extend their knowledge and skills by completing one university subject during the first semester of Year 12. Benefits of the program include:

No tuition fees (excludes cost of materials).
In person, External and Intensive course offerings available.
ESP prepares students for university study by experiencing classes, completing assessment and enjoying campus life.
Students who successfully complete ESP will be eligible to receive one adjustment to their Tertiary Selection Rank.
ESP students who later enrol in a relevant UQ degree may receive credit for their completed course.
ESP study counts towards a student’s Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).

Applications close: Friday 17 November 2023.

Please see webpage for further information. Students interested in applying are asked to come to the Careers Office or see Ms Lightbody (Diverse Learners – High Potential Learners) prior to submitting an application.

Scholarships

Students looking to pursue university studies next year can explore a range of scholarship options outside of those offered by the universities themselves. The University of Southern Queensland has compiled a list of external scholarships available to prospective university students.

Police Work Experience

This week I was lucky enough to be taken on an abbreviated version of what students get to see when undertaking the Police Work Experience program. Careers staff from various schools were taken to and given presentations by the Dog Squad, the Public Safety Response Team, the Communications Team and the Water Police. These were just a handful of the experiences that students got to participate in during the three-day placement. The program is offered to Year 11 and 12 students only (with preference given to Year 12 students), with limited numbers available. The dates for 2024 will be advertised in the new year via email to Year 11 & 12 students and parents. All applications will be submitted in order of response, so please be sure to check your emails if interested.

University Applications

Year 12 students who intend to apply for university for 2024 (or apply and defer for a 2025 commencement) are encouraged to do so by the end of September. The dates for on-time applications for the various Tertiary Admissions Centres around the country are:

QLD (QTAC) – 30 September
NSW & ACT (UAC) – 29 September
VIC (VTAC) – 28 September
SA & NT (SATAC) – 29 September
TAS (UTAS) – 30 September
WA (TISC) – 30 September

Please note – students may be able to put in applications after these dates, however, some courses will be closed. In addition, the cost of applications does increase for some of the Tertiary Admissions Centres.

Early Offer Schemes

The following universities have advertised their schemes for 2024 entry:

The QUT Year 12 Early Offer Scheme - This scheme means that students who meet the eligibility criteria may get offered a place in their preferred QUT before the main QTAC offer rounds (and before ATARs are released). Please see their website for details of eligibility and which courses are included in the scheme.
The ACU Guarantee allows interested students to apply to ACU courses on the basis of their Year 11 results (students are still required to complete their Year 12 assessments), and may also include personal statements about their circumstances and motivation to study. Further details around eligibility, including courses and key dates can be found on their website. Applications for the ACU Guarantee close 18 September
The UniSQ Early Offer Scheme can be accessed in two ways:

Through a Principal’s recommendation
By having already completed a USQ course through their Headstart Program

Further details, such as how to apply, key dates and included courses can be found on the USQ website.

The Griffith University Early Offer Guarantee is offered for most Griffith University degrees. The website outlines key dates, documentation required and which courses are included as part of their scheme

Work Experience

Our final round of work experience will be taking place in the first week of the next holidays (27 November – 1 December). Any students over the age of 14 are welcome to apply (please note that current Year 12 students are not eligible, as they will have graduated by that time).

Interested students need to apply for the next work experience block by close of business on Monday 9 October 2023.

Medicine & Dentistry Information Session

Year 10 and 11 students interested in pursuing a career in medicine or dentistry will be invited to attend our Medicine and Dentistry information Session at 3.15pm on Wednesday 25 October. Currently, we have representatives from UQ, Griffith University, UniSQ, JCU, UTAS and Bond University scheduled to present about their programs. An email with further details and a registration link will be sent out in the first week of Term 4.

Early Learning Career Information Evening

Students who may be interested in a career in early learning are invited to attend a Career Information Night at Sparrow Early Learning Centre at Ashgrove. Interested students must use the QR code on the below flyer to register their attendance by Thursday 5 October. Please see their website or call them for further details.

Australian Geomechanics Society Information Evening

Australian Geomechanics Society, Queensland invites interested students and parents to their inaugural school event, aimed at providing high school students (Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11) with an insight into the daily life of a Geotechnical Engineers (Soil Engineers) on Monday 9 October 2023 from 3.30 - 5.00pm at the Brisbane Girls Grammar School (Louise McDonald Room).

The afternoon will include a couple of short presentations by Engineering professionals sharing information about their day-to-day professional lives. The society has acknowledged the need to collaborate with local schools and teachers to educate students about engineering. It is crucial to initiate these interactions with schools as early as possible since students require exposure to industry and career information when they are making important decisions.

If you are a student studying in Years 7 - 11 or parent of a student in Years 7 - 11, you are encouraged to attend this event and learn more about Engineering industry. They are happy to answer any questions you have.

Free catering will be provided to all the attendees.

Registration

This is a free event, but it is asked that students and parents register, to assist with catering and planning.

MR PAUL MOSCOS

Careers Counsellor

Sport & Culture

FROM THE SPORTS DEPARTMENT

Sports Wrap Up - Recap of Sporting Events

In the last week, St Laurence’s College competed against Padua in the final round of Term 3 AIC Fixtures. In the game of Rugby League, we had a mix of wins and losses, but one standout moment was when our Year 7 team, after several close matches, achieved their first victory of the season. Our First XIII team played a tough game against the eventual AIC Premiers Padua, narrowly losing but finishing the season in a highly respectable third place.

A huge congratulations to our Year 6 team from the Primary School, who not only won the prestigious SEQ Primary Schools Cup but also secured the AIC Premiership. This is a remarkable accomplishment, and we commend all the staff and students involved.

The College had a successful day in Tennis, winning the majority of games. The First IV team finished the season strongly with a good win, placing them in a commendable second position overall in the competition.

In Basketball, the College achieved fantastic results in the younger age groups, winning the majority of games. As a result, Lauries were able to secure the premierships in 10A, 10B, 9A, 8A, and 8B.

Reminder - Track and Field Holiday Training

During the holidays, our AIC Track and Field students will continue to train and participate in warm-up meets to prepare for the AIC Championships on October 5 and 6.

We encourage all students who wish to be selected for the AIC team or students who want to improve their general fitness and speed for their specific team sports to read the holiday training information available on the College App.

Thank you!

We extend our gratitude to everyone who participated in sports throughout Term 3. It was a busy term, and we sincerely appreciate the efforts of everyone involved. Without the dedication of staff, students and parents, sports would not be possible. So, once again, a massive thank you to all of you.

We hope you have a relaxing and enjoyable holiday so that the boys can start Term 4 sports with renewed energy!

MR PATRICK BYRON

Head of Sport