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Contents Catholic Schools Guide The 2016 Guide to Catholic Secondary Colleges, Brisbane Welcome Feature Editorials Feature Editorials featuring The Digital Classroom. Catholic Schools in Digital Tools - helping the Digital Age teachers, parents and students

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Welcome to the inaugural edition of up in a world where technological being said, on page 10, you will Feature Editorials Directory Listing Index Catholic Schools Guide, Brisbane. devices, apps and the internet are the fi nd a handy directory, which has a The Future Of Learning I am extremely grateful to Brisbane norm and not really that special. What full list of every Catholic Secondary For Your Children Catholic Education and especially cars were to the 30s, television to the College in the Archdiocese of John Phelan and Catherine Shipton 50s, and computers of the 80s - our Brisbane. Importantly, the Guide is whose support has been invaluable. kids see digital technology as normal. distributed free to families via the Catholic Primary School network. It The Digital Classroom For the fi rst time we may be is also available at most parishes, Each year our Guide carries a witnessing students who are municipal libraries, childcare centres 9 10 11 different theme. This year, our theme often more adept at using these and Catholic bookshops. The Guide is ‘The Digital Classroom’. technological tools than the teachers is put together by a small and who are teaching them. This has dedicated team who are passionate Locations Open Days & College We live in such a rapidly changing caused a paradigm shift, thankfully about presenting a publication of Tours Presentations world it can be diffi cult to keep Catholic schools are responding excellence, I am especially grateful abreast. Just think of these start with enthusiasm and innovation. to our sub-editor Master in Applied dates: Google commenced changing Our feature writers this year are John Linguistics, Stephen Campitelli; the internet in 1998; Facebook in Phelan, Brisbane Catholic Education’s production coordinator Kristy Nimmo; 2004; YouTube in 2005; the fi rst Manager of Communications and and the design team at Ellikon – Phil iPhone appeared in 2007, while Marketing; Tony Ryan, courtesy of the and Phillips – we simply could not put the iPad debuted in 2010. It was Queensland Education Leadership this magazine to press without their 12 13 14 only a few years ago that we had 5 Institute; wunderkind Mark McDonald professionalism and dedication. channels on the TV, now there are co-founder and co-CEO of Appster; well…. lots! (BTW we are running a Adam McArthur CEO of LiteracyPlant; Caritas Australia Feature Editorials Feature Editorials competition to win an iPad Pro go to and Miriam Tanti, from Australian Once again, the Catholic Schools our website for details.) Catholic University. I am grateful for Guide is proud to be supporting the Technology in Schools: Preparing Digital their expertise and insight. A special leadership of Caritas Australia. In How Mobile Changes Natives to Teach in a It is hard to imagine what the next mention to the work of The Alannah 2016, Project Compassion focuses on the Classroom World of Technological 10 years will bring. In the classroom and Madeline Foundation with its learning more and creating change. Innovation, Uncertainty these ever increasing changes Digital Licence initiative. This year, Project Compassion reminds and Complexity impact the way teachers teach and us how education, knowledge and how children learn. Teachers have Catholic Schools Guide 2016 skills can empower the world’s most more resources than ever before, We have just launched a new vulnerable communities to realise 35 36 there are smart-white boards, wi-fi website to coincide with this year’s their hopes for peace, equality, dignity and tablets all at their disposal. theme. There are videos posted from and justice. Project Compassion Catholic Schools Guide is an independent publication published by Catholic Schools Guide Pty Ltd. The contents For parents, technology means the each school, open day listings, great is one of Australia’s largest annual of Catholic Schools Guide are copyright and may not be reproduced in any form, either whole or in part, without emergence of parent portals, apps articles on education and much humanitarian fundraising campaigns. written permission from the publisher. The content of this publication should be used as a guide; further enquiries or questions regarding school information must be taken up with the relevant Colleges. While every and paperless technology such as more. Any feedback you can give Please encourage your school or effort has been made to ensure that the information provided in this publication is accurate, the publisher of online permission slips. would always be appreciated. College, if not already involved, to get this Guide is not responsible and will not be held liable for any errors or omissions. The publisher accepts on board! no responsibility for the information supplied or changes subsequent to the date of publication. Further, the The current generation of children at The Colleges choose to advertise publisher will not be held liable for the misuse of any information gained from this Guide. This document has been produced to international environmental management standard ISO14001. Designed and Printed primary school are perhaps the fi rst in the Guide, but of course there Greg Campitelli by Ellikon - Print • People • Planet, Melbourne www.ellikon.com.au. © 2016 Catholic Schools Guide Pty Ltd. truly digital natives who are growing is no compulsion to do so. That Publishing Editor

6 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Catholic Schools in the Digital Age by John Phelan

or more than two centuries Schools quickly understood the There’s no need for students to lug has some other great uses as well. F from the mid-1700s, education need to provide students with a heavy textbooks and workbooks First and foremost, is its ability to changed little. Teachers took new skill – what has generally been around with them; the majority streamline communication between their places at the front of the called ‘digital literacy’. In the same of course materials can be made the school and the members of its classroom and imparted knowledge way that students need to be able available through a secure learning community. to students, with the assistance of to read and write, they also need portal, accessed through their books, other resources and tools the ability to fi nd digital information, individual password-protected No longer are printed newsletters – ranging, over time, from the slate discern what is credible and useful learning management accounts. left to decompose, forgotten, in the to the exercise book, and from the and what is not, and use that bottom of school bags. They are now abacus to the pocket calculator. And information to its best effect. Online Safety available on the school’s website then it all changed. The widespread integration and, more helpfully, are often pushed In the primary years, students are of technology has undoubted to parents’ email addresses or the In the last few years of the twentieth provided with a range of strategies advantages, but it also has a school app. century, computer technology was to assist them in searching for darker side. Students are warned ohn Phelan is Brisbane Catholic Education’s introduced on a wide scale across the material and ways in which they of the dangers of accessing and In the past couple of years, school J Manager of Communications and education sector. Laptop computers may use it. As they progress into using inaccurate or inappropriate apps have really taken off, with Marketing. were fi rst introduced to secondary secondary schooling, more refi ned information, and of the ways in which parents in many cases now able schools in Australia in the early strategies are used. misuse of digital technologies can to report their student’s absences, John attended St Joseph’s College, Gregory 1990s, quickly moving into primary prove harmful to themselves or provide permission for excursions, Terrace, then studied law and journalism, schools within a few short years. Throughout these processes, good others. make parent-teacher interview times, before working as a radio journalist and schools make sure parents are kept and even pay their school fees via an presenter in Queensland, New South Wales Teachers embraced the digital age, fully informed. Education is always Students are asked to agree to app on their smartphone or tablet. and Victoria. After serving as a member of the learning how to integrate technology a partnership between the home acceptable-use policies which Schools can also use their apps, Queensland Parliamentary Press Gallery, John across the curriculum. No longer and the school, and it’s important require them to not access bulk SMS services and websites to worked as a Ministerial Press Secretary in the was there a ‘computer lab’ with that parents know what technology inappropriate sites, plagiarise notify parents of events, closures, state government, before moving into local the precious resources under lock is being used by their children. This material, or use the technology or sporting cancellations and events. government. and key; now, every classroom had also ensures parents are able to information to harm or bully others. access to the new technology. provide assistance to their sons Such protocols become progressively Many schools now also feature More than twenty years ago, John was one of and daughters – even though the more sophisticated as students dedicated parent and community the pioneers of school communications and The introduction of digital technology children probably know more about move through the secondary years. portals – secure sections of their marketing in Queensland, serving six years in education has been an enormous the technology than their parents websites where detailed information as Director of Public Relations and Marketing revolution. And it has brought with ever will! Many schools also provide parents about school and student activities for Queensland’s largest independent school, it a completely new skillset for with a range of strategies to assist and events is available for members John Paul College, before working in similar students, teachers – and parents. Many schools now use online them in monitoring their children’s of that community. Such information roles for the Anglican and Uniting Churches, learning management systems to use of technology. Information nights may also be made available to and as Director of Admissions and Marketing Curriculum provide students with immediate for parents can include details on parents via social media – on at Brisbane Boys’ College. He ‘came home’ to The most obvious application of access to course materials and to a how to restrict access from their school Facebook pages, or through Catholic education in 2008, joining Brisbane digital technology in education is in range of learning tools. home connections to inappropriate Twitter feeds. The digital information Catholic Education and spearheading its the delivery of curriculum. Instead of sites, ensuring that young people pathways are many and ever-growing. continuing growth and development. a single textbook, students can draw These systems allow students using computers do so in such a information from literally millions of and teachers to collaborate, way that other family members are Technology has changed the face of sources all around the world. communicate and create. Source able to see what is on screen, and education and parent engagement materials are provided, students are in guiding their child’s use of social over the past twenty years. The future This has many advantages, but able to submit work or participate in media to ensure their online safety. possibilities are endless, but will also numerous pitfalls. Anyone can subject discussions, and teachers remain focused on the core mission publish anything on the internet. are able to provide immediate Parent Engagement of schools – to prepare our students So how do students know what is feedback. Digital technology has proven to be a for the rapidly-changing world of the credible and what is not? boon for learning and teaching, but it 21st century and beyond.

7 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Digital Tools - helping teachers, parents and students by Adam McArthur

ow is an exciting time for digital average in ICT competency and without being overwhelmed. pull information and create their N technology in education. We Australia is one of the highest • They provide gamifi ed digital own learning path. are seeing a fundamental shift in users of technology in school learning environments which are • The use of mobile and ‘bring your how teachers and students engage classrooms.2,3 particularly helpful in engaging own’ devices (BYOD) in schools. with education tools, driven by the otherwise diffi cult, struggling or • Adaptive digital environments benefi ts digital resources can offer What they also fi nd is that reluctant learners. that can identify student needs and the increasing use of digital the positive impacts of ICT in for support and allow teachers to devices. classrooms correlates to how Digital tools at home address these discretely. these resources are used, and is We also know that parental • Technology-based monitoring of Teachers are increasingly looking highly dependent on the ICT skills, engagement is a key driver of student progress. for effective digital tools to support and the methods and teaching successful learning outcomes for • Automation and curation to deliver them in the classroom and parents practices (pedagogical approaches) children and this is a growing trend tailored content. are increasingly demanding the use of teachers. This emphasises the in Australia. Digital resources can • The introduction and use of social of the right tools to prepare their importance of digital resources seamlessly span across school media tools, like blogs, and skills, dam McArthur is the CEO and Managing children for a digital future. This for schools being user-friendly, so and home environments, and like coding. A Director of LiteracyPlanet. transition from printed materials to making the transition to using them they provide instant and reliable digital resources in schools follows is as easy for teachers as possible. feedback, making them a great tool Fostering 21st Century skills Over the past decade Adam has been CEO a similar ‘digital disruption’ we have for increased parental engagement. DEAG’s report highlights that the of a number of growth businesses, and now seen in other sectors. Computers are Our research shows that teachers Our research shows that: challenge for teachers and parents leads a passionate team at LiteracyPlanet, becoming an integral component in a who use the online education • Most parents want to be more is to embrace and respond to, “not one of Australia’s fastest growing online rapidly growing number of Australian software, LiteracyPlanet and other involved and support their child’s just the innovations in technology, education companies. LiteracyPlanet is a classrooms. More teachers are similar resources fi nd a range of learning at home. but the extraordinary pace of leading Australian-developed online resource using blended learning, a mix of benefi ts4: • Most parents of school-aged change…We need to harness for the development of English literacy skills digital and face-to-face teaching, and • Students are easily engaged and children in Australia believe online the transformative potential of in children 4-15 years (P/K-9+). The company teachers now use a broad variety of often not even aware they are education tools are important. digital technology to support new aims to deliver quality curriculum-aligned digital tools, including subject-based learning. • A large percentage of children approaches to innovative learning literacy education content in a fun and platforms and apps, internet and • They allow for differentiation in Australia now use digital centred around the development of engaging way. It is currently used by more than social media. and personalisation to cater for technology for learning at home on 21st Century Learning skills”. 100,000 children in 520 schools nationally, children across a broad range of a regular basis. including many Catholic schools, and by It is widely accepted that ICT has an abilities, including those who need • Many parents feel that in addition to Those skills being creativity children in countries around the world. important role to play in improving accelerated learning and those helping develop core skills in literacy and innovation; critical thinking, education in classrooms and that with learning diffi culties. and numeracy, digital tools help problem solving; decision making; The company regularly surveys teachers and students’ readiness for the ‘digital • They minimise administration time their children’s learning by improving lifelong learning; collaboration parents in Australia on their adoption and use age’ is vital. According to the Digital and allow for student-led learning, motivation, enthusiasm, confi dence, and communication; ICT literacy; of digital technology for children, and works Education Advisory Group (DEAG) giving teachers more opportunity self-esteem and social skills. consciousness of being local and closely with teachers and Macquarie University report, Beyond the Classroom: A to give individual attention to global citizens; and personal and to deliver a fl exible and user-friendly online New Digital Education for Young students who need it most. Key trends in eLearning social responsibility. tool that provides the scientifi cally proven Australians in the 21st Century, • They facilitate collaboration These benefi ts and requirements requirements for effective learning. For further “achieving enhanced education between students and encourage are fuelling a number of key trends In talking to educators, parents, information parents and teachers can visit: outcomes in Australian schools is healthy competition. in the use of digital resources in and children, I hear stories daily of www.literacyplanet.com.au/cs increasingly linked to the pace of • They provide teachers with easy schools, both here and overseas: how digital resources such as ours 1 1) Beyond the Classroom: A New Digital Education for Young Australians in the digital education uptake”. and effi cient data collection to • Gamifi cation, the application are fostering these important skills. 21st Century by Digital Education Advisory Group is available from Australian Policy Online: www.apo.org.au track results and monitor student of game dynamics, such as Ultimately, and this is a key founding 2) International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA) Digital tools in the classroom progress. interactivity, rewards and premise of LiteracyPlanet, digital Second Information Technology in Education Studies module (SITES 2006) and International Computer and Information Literacy Study (ICILS 2013). Technical Comparative international studies • They empower students with more incentives, to learning platforms to environments can be interactive and reports available online at www.iea.nl. 3) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) September into the use of ICT in school independence and control. motivate and engage students. exciting for students, and children 2015 report: Students, Computers and Learning: Making the Connection. classrooms consistently fi nd that • They allow students to work at • Student-led and personalised learn better when they are engaged Available online at: www.oecd.org. 4) To request a copy of the LiteracyPlanet report, eLearning in the Australian students in Australia are above their own pace and be challenged learning, which allows learners to and having fun. Classroom, email: [email protected]

8 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au The Future Of Learning For Your Children by Tony Ryan (Forward by Dr Stephen Brown, CEO, Queensland Education Leadership Institution)

Today’s technology changes rapidly, and what was popular and relevant one maths education, while Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk’s digital day, may be obsolete the next. The quick-moving nature of the digital world reforms will introduce coding and robotics as a compulsory subject for state- means that children born even a few years apart have completely different school students from Prep to Year 10, starting in 2016. experiences of online tools and technologies. These initiatives, and others, have been introduced in a bid to give our children Many of us will remember the novelty of MySpace in its prime. Or when Google the building blocks to join an increasingly digital, globalised world. showed us how to navigate the online world, MySpace is now a small-time social networking site and Google is an interchangeable moniker for a search What will the investment support? What changes can we expect to see in engine that today’s teens treat it as a mere utility. the classroom? In the near future, it may mean additional resources, or specialist teachers. But in 10-15 years from now, the classroom may be a near From a national perspective, it is imperative Australia keeps up with the unrecognisable place. technical revolution and remains relevant and competitive on the global stage. In the article below, Education consultant Tony Ryan, a learning futurist and Over the latter half of 2015, Australian politicians have made a number guest speaker for Queensland Education Leadership Institute (QELi) shares of announcements to encourage investment in our nation’s technology his predictions for students in our future classrooms, and how we can best n educational consultant and writer, Tony capabilities. Prime Minster Malcolm Turnbull’s $1 billion innovation and science support our children as they grow up in an ever-evolving world. A Ryan is a presenter, facilitator and guest package includes a focus on additional support and investment in science and speaker for Queensland Education Leadership Institute (QELi), regularly supporting education leaders around the country. n August 2015, CEO Mark best advance each child’s learning. fl oating green tick or red cross above everything mechanical? Would you I Zuckerberg claimed that Facebook Perhaps students could be taught a child’s head. All of these fi ctional consider having a personalised robot He has worked with over 800 schools in was exploring the use of mental this via one-on-one support by a technologies are only one or two teacher for your child? eight countries on issues such as innovative telepathy in social media and robot, or a personal fl oating ‘Siri’ steps ahead of what we have today. thinking, futureproofi ng of schools, and education support. By inference, drone. But, is this futuristic technology a There are merits to the massive effective classroom practice. He has students may eventually access good thing? implementation of robots, yet the presented over 1,500 keynotes and workshops information simply by thinking of 2. Brain-Computer Interfaces concept of ‘robot-phobia’ is now at state, national and world conferences in the what they want to know. Smart Caps and other headwear Yes … and no. being debated worldwide. While past fi fteen years. will allow a child to interact with robots could do our household Does this sound a little too electronic devices, simply by Here’s the ‘Yes’: chores, they may also replace jobs Tony is the author of eight books and manuals farfetched? Then beware, because thinking. Today, quadriplegics can • When it’s used effectively, that our children would do in the on innovative thinking and lifelong learning, this is only a small taste of the move their wheelchairs with their technology can accelerate a future. How can we possibly prepare including The Ripple Effect and Thinkers Keys. astonishing technological advances thoughts and gamers can control child’s learning. children for this eventuality? that may soon help children with fl ying drones by using this advanced • The future will very likely feature He is presently an Australian ambassador their learning. headwear. Children may develop lots of amazing technology, so Firstly, help your children to become for a non-profi t organisation called School music, art and written work just by immersion in it today is a great obsessive learners. In their adult Aid, which supports disadvantaged children Here are three technological thinking of what they want to create. preparation for all children. years, the ability to learn and adjust throughout the world. advances I predict will impact on • Many students enjoy the personal to rapidly changing circumstances education in the next 15-20 years. 3. Hybrid Teachers control over their learning that will allow them to create new Human teachers will have their they have with their tech tools. opportunities, as needed. 1. Radical Personalisation classroom capacity augmented One-on-one individualised instruction with wearable technology that will The ‘No’? Secondly, encourage children to be will be provided for every child. help them to determine whether If we become too obsessed with highly empathic with other people. Think of the way that we create a children are grasping their learning. this technology, we may fi nd that Robots are not (yet) empathetic, and music playlist of our favourite songs. For example, a teacher will wear an it begins to alter some essential much of the growth in employment in In education, a combination of optical head-mounted display, similar human experiences, such as play the next two decades will be in work outstanding teachers and analytical to ‘Google Glasses’, and be able to or verbal communication. After all, that requires strong empathy with technology will develop a ‘learning see a visual indication that a child where is the technological line in the other human beings. playlist’ of experiences that will has understood a lesson, such as a sand with the endless adoption of

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ARCHDIOCESE OF BRISBANE Our Lady’s College St Mary’s College - Ipswich 15 Chester Road, Annerley 4103 Mary Street, Ipswich 4305 All Hallows’ School 547 Ann Street, Brisbane 4000 Padua College St Mary’s College - Maryborough 80 Turner Road, Kedron 4031 51 Lennox Street, Maryborough 4650 Aquinas College Edmund Rice Drive, Ashmore 4214 Saint Mary’s Catholic College St Michael’s College 10 Kent Street, Kingaroy 4610 Jondique Avenue, Merrimac 4226 Assisi Catholic College 173 Billinghurst Crescent, Upper Coomera 4209 San Sisto College St Patrick’s College - Shorncliffe 97 Mayﬁ eld Road, Carina 4152 60 Park Parade, Shorncliffe 4017 Brigidine College 53 Ward Street, Indooroopilly 4068 Seton College St Patrick’s College - Gympie 1148 Cavendish Road, Mt Gravatt East 4122 2-12 Church Street, Gympie 4570 Carmel College 20 Ziegenfusz Road, Thornlands 4164 Siena Catholic College St Peter Claver College 60 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs 4556 10 Old Ipswich Road, Riverview 4303 Chisholm Catholic College 204 California Creek Road, Cornubia 4130 Southern Cross Catholic College St Rita’s College 307 Scarborough Road, Scarborough 4020 41 Enderley Road, Clayﬁ eld 4011 Clairvaux MacKillop College Klumpp Road, Upper Mt Gravatt 4122 St Augustine’s College St Teresa’s Catholic College St Augustine’s Drive, Augustine Heights 4300 Sea Eagle Drive, Noosaville 4566 Emmaus College 48 East Street, Jimboomba 4280 St Benedict’s College St Thomas More College 21 St Benedict’s Close, Mango Hill 4509 Cnr Troughton Road & Turton St, Sunnybank 4109 Iona College 85 North Road, Wynnum West 4178 St Columban’s College Stuartholme School 100 McKean Street, Caboolture 4510 365 Birdwood Terrrace, Toowong 4066 Loreto College 415 Cavendish Road, Coorparoo 4151 St Edmund’s College Trinity College 16 Mary Street, Ipswich 4305 Scott Street, Beenleigh 4207 Lourdes Hill College 86 Hawthorne Road, Hawthorne 4171 St Eugene College Unity College 138 Station Road, Burpengary 4505 47 Lomond Crescent, Caloundra West 4551 Marist College Ashgrove 142 Frasers Road, Ashgrove 4060 St Francis College Villanova College 64 Julie Street, Crestmead 4132 24 Sixth Avenue, Coorparoo 4151 Mary MacKillop College 60 Bage Street, Nundah 4012 St James College Xavier Catholic College 201 Boundary Street, Brisbane 4000 Wide Bay Drive, Hervey Bay 4655 Marymount College 261-283 Burleigh Connection Road, Burleigh Waters 4220 St John Fisher College John Fisher Drive, Bracken Ridge 4017 Mt Alvernia College 82 Cremorne Road, Kedron 4031 St John’s College Perwillowen Road, Nambour 4560 Mt Maria College – Petrie 21 Armstrong Street, Petrie 4502 St Joseph’s College 285 Gregory Terrace, Brisbane 4000 Mt Maria College 54 Prospect Rd, Mitchelton 4053 St Joseph’s Nudgee College 2199 Sandgate Road, Boondall 4034 Mt St Michael’s College 67 Elimatta Drive, Ashgrove 4060 St Laurence’s College 82 Stephens Road, South Brisbane 4101

10 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Index A list of Catholic Secondary Colleges featured in the 2016 Guide.

All Hallows’ School Southern Cross Catholic College 547 Ann Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 307 Scarborough Road, Scarborough QLD 4020

B Aquinas College C C St Edmund’s College Edmund Rice Drive, Southport QLD 4214 16 Mary Street, Woodend, Ipswich QLD 4305

Clairvaux MacKillop College St James College Klumpp Road, Upper Mt Gravatt QLD 4122 201 Boundary Street, Spring Hill QLD 4000

Iona College St John Fisher College 85 North Road, Lindum QLD 4178 John Fisher Drive, Bracken Ridge QLD 4017

Loreto College St Joseph’s College Gregory Terrace 415 Cavendish Road, Coorparoo QLD 4151 285 Gregory Terrace, Spring Hill, QLD 4000

Lourdes Hill College St Joseph’s Nudgee College 86 Hawthorne Road, Hawthorne QLD 4171 2199 Sandgate Road, Boondall QLD 4034

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Mt Maria College Petrie St Patrick’s College 21 Armstrong Street, Petrie QLD 4502 60 Park Parade, Shorncliffe, QLD 4017

Our Lady’s College St Thomas More College 15 Chester Road, Annerley QLD 4103 Cnr Troughton Road and Turton Street, Sunnybank QLD 4109

Padua College Stuartholme School 80 Turner Road, Kedron Brisbane QLD 4031 365 Birdwood Terrace, Toowong QLD 4066

San Sisto College 97 Mayﬁ eld Road, Carina QLD 4152

NB: The Australian Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) is the ofﬁ cial Australian Government website that lists all Australian education providers to offer courses to people studying in Australia on student visas and the courses offered. Please visit www.cricos.deewr.gov.au

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Open Days, Open Mornings & Evenings, College Tours & Information Sessions.

All readers are encouraged to contact individual Colleges with regards to dates, times and venues of Open Days, Open Mornings & Evenings, College Tours and Information Sessions. In addition to these dates below, a number of the Colleges offer monthly tours which are usually held during school term.

March 3 Mar St Laurence’s College, South Brisbane 9 Mar St Edmund’s College, Ipswich 9 Mar St Joseph’s College Gregory Terrace, Spring Hill 14 Mar St Patrick’s College, Shorncliffe

April 22 Apr Aquinas College, Southport

May 14 May Our Lady’s College, Annerley 15 May San Sisto College, Carina 19 May St John Fisher College, Bracken Ridge 21 May St Edmund’s College, Ipswich 21 May Stuartholme School, Toowong 22 May Mary MacKillop College, Nundah 22 May Mt Maria College Petrie, Petrie 22 May Padua College, Kedron Brisbane 22 May Southern Cross Catholic College, Scarborough 27 May St Patrick’s College, Shorncliffe 29 May All Hallows’ School, Brisbane 30 May Iona College, Lindum

July 29 Jul Our Lady’s College, Annerley 29 Jul St James College, Spring Hill 31 Jul Loreto College, Coorparoo

August 16 Aug St Patrick’s College, Shorncliffe

October 7 Oct Lourdes Hill College, Hawthorne 7 Oct St Patrick’s College, Shorncliffe 12 Oct St Edmund’s College, Ipswich

13 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au All Hallows’ School Est. 1861

“Inspired by our Mercy tradition of faith and compassion, All Hallows’ prepares young women to lead, serve and learn in a caring and nurturing environment.” Mrs Catherine O’Kane

A 547 Ann St, Brisbane QLD 4000 Gender Girls T 07 3831 3100 Year Range Yr 5 - 12 W www.ahs.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,570 students Dieu et Devoir Principal Mrs Catherine O’Kane Year 7 240 students; 10 classes God and Duty Enquiries The Enrolments Ofﬁ cer Fees 2016 Yr 7 $9,251 Yr 12 $9,930 Email [email protected] + Digital Device Hire fee per student and maintenance levy per family

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities All Hallows’ School, founded in 1861, is the oldest All Hallows’ vision is to develop life-long learners who • Chess • Mercy Action Groups secondary school in Queensland. This inner city value diversity and who are conﬁ dent in the critical use • Cluster Day Workshops • Mooting • Concert Band • Orchestra sanctuary is situated on three hectares overlooking of technology. All Hallows’ uses technology as a tool • Dance • Photography the Brisbane River. With our historic buildings and to support learners in solving problems, developing • Days of Excellence • Science Club landscaped gardens, we offer a quality Catholic education critical thinking skills, communicating ideas and working • Debating • Senior and Junior Choir in the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy. collaboratively on multi-disciplinary projects. • Future Problem Solving • Speech and Drama • Gallipoli Choir • Student Council All Hallows’ provides an enriching curriculum for young Teaching and learning spaces are enhanced with • Gym Fit • Swim Fit women based on the Mercy vision of compassion and networked, high-speed internet connections and • Instrumental Music • Theatresports Lessons • Tournament of Minds justice for all. The School has a well-established tradition multimedia and interactive whiteboards that increase the • Inter-School Book Club • Vocal Lessons of teaching excellence and of providing young women motivation and engagement of students in the learning • Inter-School Production with the skills, knowledge and values needed to make a process. These connected classrooms support the All • Jazz Ensemble difference in their lives and the lives of others. Hallows’ curriculum model and our “Blended Learning” approach to the integration of technology. Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 34 Students from Years 5 to 12 have the opportunity to We offer: VET Yes participate and excel in a diverse curricular and The School has a one-to-one computer program across International Students Registration CRICOS No: 03925M co-curricular program embracing academic, service, Years 5 to 12. The netbook/tablet has been chosen as it cultural and sporting opportunities. Girls entering the provides an economical, portable device which supports School at Year 5 experience a dynamic middle school the ICT programs utilised in teaching and learning at the Representative sports • AFL • Netball environment with a challenging curriculum taught School. Computer laboratories supplement the netbooks/ • Athletics • Oz Tag by both core and specialist teachers, utilising the tablets for students in subjects which periodically require • Badminton • Rugby League extensive facilities available at the School. A seamless a higher level of computing power. The netbooks/tablets • Basketball • Rugby Union curriculum from Year 5 to Year 12 ensures a smooth support our blended learning approach to curriculum • CMC Striders • Soccer transition across key junctures and a carefully planned delivery, where computers and web technologies are (Running Club) • Swimming and progressively demanding course of study across all used alongside other tools and resources, including pen • Cricket • Table Tennis year levels. We offer an inclusive and nurturing pastoral and paper and print materials, to ensure that the most • Cross Country • Tennis • Futsal • Touch Football care system for girls from Year 5 to 12 with all students appropriate technology is used for various curriculum and • Hockey • Volleyball belonging to one of eight Houses. learning requirements.

All Hallows’ School seeks to promote the personal and Our school portal, MoodleBlue and Microsoft Ofﬁ ce 365 Visit Us in 2016 spiritual development of an informed conscience and support blended learning to enable staff, student and All Hallows’ Open Day will be held on Sunday 29 May. a commitment to work for social justice in the wider parent access to resources on a 24/7 basis. School Tours are also available by appointment. Please visit community. our website for details.

14 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Aquinas College Est. 1964

“Aquinas College is a welcoming Community enthused by the teaching of Jesus Christ, where academic excellence is valued and students are nurtured and empowered to create a future of hope.”

A Edmund Rice Dr, Southport QLD 4214 Gender Co-educational T 07 5510 2888 F 07 5510 2899 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.aquinas.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,150 students ‘A Culture of Learning’ Principal Mr Peter Hurley Year 7 200 students Enquiries Michaela Grant Fees 2016 Please visit website for details Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities Aquinas College is a thriving, friendly and safe community Aquinas College is a school driven and powered by • Readers Cup of learning, which prides itself on offering quality Catholic Apple technology, which enables us to transform the • Concert Band • Stage Band education. The innovative curriculum, technologies and classroom. The introduction of iPads in Years 7 and • Choir extensive resources provide the opportunity for every 8 has provided our students with the opportunity • Kokoda student to experience success. to be more hands-on in their own learning • Debating experience. • Public Speaking Students are offered a challenging, rich and diverse • Junior Council range of subjects. During Year 10, a careers program The use of both educational and industry • St Vincent De Paul Society is undertaken to assist students in making decisions related apps, which align with our electives, • Musical • Environment Group about their future. Senior students can choose to study sees students on their feet engaging with academic subjects and gain an OP or undertake a the school environment and existing Vocational Education pathway. resources like never before. Gone are the days of heavy textbooks and A partnership with Griffi th University has provided a support materials adding to the load Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 30 large number of students direct entry into university. of the school backpack as students We offer: VET Yes Students are given every opportunity to participate in learn to manage and engage with International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA extra-curricular and cultural activities, including musicals, stimulus through a single device. debating, drama performance, College bands and subject excursions, as well as a wide range of sport. Additionally, all of our classrooms Representative sports • Cricket • Touch Football are equipped with an Apple TV which • Tennis • Basketball The gifted and talented program, together with the enables our teachers to wirelessly • Baseball • Hockey learning support program, assists students with stream content from either their own • AFL • Golf particular needs. Pastoral care embodies the spirit that or a student’s device. Initiatives like • Rugby League • Cross Country underpins the everyday relationships at Aquinas. these promote a positive learning (excellence program) • Surfi ng environment whereby students are • Swimming • Athletics (excellence program) We seek to affi rm and support students through encouraged to engage and share their • Netball • Triathlon (excellence program) • Equestrian measures, such as the pastoral care program, retreats work with others. • Soccer • Human Powered Vehicle and liturgies, student leadership, the code of conduct and the House system. Aquinas College has a bright future as we continue to develop the way we support Visit Us in 2016 parents, teachers and students with technology, Our Open day is on Friday 22 April. along with advancing the way we effectively Further information is available on the College website. deliver the curriculum through technology.

15 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Clairvaux MacKillop College Est. 1986

“Our students are encouraged to excel, to recognise their potential and believe in themselves. Our students excel in their chosen subjects and receive a well-rounded education from committed teachers and support staff who seek to extend, challenge and motivate our students.” Dr Andrea O’Brien

A Klumpp Rd, Upper Mt Gravatt QLD 4122 Gender Co-educational T 07 3347 9200 F 07 3347 9211 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.cvxmck.edu.au Enrolment 1,300 students ‘To aspire beyond what S Year 7 220 students; 10 classes people think possible’ Principal Dr Andrea O’Brien Fees 2016 Please visit website for details Enquiries Enrolment Ofﬁ cer Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities Clairvaux MacKillop College is a co-educational College Clairvaux MacKillop College considers educational • Music Ensemble Groups • CMC Striders educating students from Years 7 – 12. The College draws technologies to be a fundamental element in the – Jazz Band, Concert (Running Club) Band, Rock Band, Stage • CMC Kokoda Challenge on a proud tradition, built on the charisms of St Mary teaching and learning of our students. The College is very Band, Soul Band, Celtic • Educational Trips – New MacKillop and Blessed Edmund Rice. The College was fortunate to offer a 1:1 student laptop program. Students Ensemble, Strings, Choir York, China, Japan, Peru, amalgamated in 1986 and over the years we have built a have access to e-books for Maths and Science. Students • Theatre Club Ski Trip reputation for academic excellence. Our students obtain have the ability to upload their assignments to CMC • College Musical • St Vincent de Paul a balanced outlook on life and develop self-discipline, Moodle which is a customised learning platform used to Productions • Math’s Club self-motivation, responsibility and accountability through provide online delivery of course material, submission of • Dance Troupe • Chess Club their time at the College. assessment tasks, enables participation in discussions • Art Club • Debating / Public Speaking • Interact • Writers Group and supports collaboration. The College also has 3 • Sport – Competitive and • Reading Club We encourage our students to be welcoming, open and dedicated computer labs which facilitate ICT classes. non-competitive options • Robotics supportive. We encourage them to interact with their Students have access to creative resources. are available • House Mission Weeks world with justice, respect, compassion, forgiveness and patience. These characteristics, attitudes and life skills Our teachers are diverse and are constantly attending Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 44 will assist students to contribute positively and openly to professional training on new technology developments. We offer: VET Yes their community. Clairvaux MacKillop College offers a high Working with technology in the classroom allows our International Students Registration CRICOS No: 01494J quality education which includes Enrichment and Support teachers to “Flip the Classroom,” so students’ learning and classes, as the College understands that students learn subjects are more enquiry-based. Teachers are directing at different rates. Due to the current success of the and facilitating learning through explicit teaching. The Representative sports • AFL • Rugby League Enrichment model, the number of classes will increase, use of audio and visual allows for the teaching to be • Athletics • Rugby Union with the inclusion of specialist Science, Technology, interactive and appeal to all types of learners. • Badminton • Soccer Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subject offerings. • Basketball • Swimming Students also have the opportunity to be involved in Our Parents are able to access all College • Cricket • Table Tennis Vocational Education programs providing alternative information through an interactive website. In • Cross Country • Tennis pathways to individual success. 2016, the College will introduce the Parent Portal • Futsal • Touch Football site which will provide greater access to College • Hockey • Volleyball • Netball Complementing a strong academic focus is an extensive information relating to their son/daughter. After its • Oz Tag co-curricular program where students can experience ﬁ rst- successful implementation, the College will introduce hand the positive beneﬁ ts to be gained through involvement a new app that can be downloaded to any mobile or with individual and team sports and participation in cultural iPad device, providing relevant and current information. Visit Us in 2016 and academic pursuits. Participation in College activities We welcome families to visit the College in action. College helps to develop strong friendships, build spirit and promote Clairvaux MacKillop College is committed to ensuring “Windows” Tours are held throughout the year. Please visit personal growth of students. students are prepared for an increasingly digital world. our website for further details.

16 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Iona College Est. 1957

“While the boys may have entered to learn, we hope that they leave to serve.” Fr Michael Twigg OMI

A 85 North Rd, Lindum QLD 4178 Gender Boys T 07 3893 8888 F 07 3893 8800 Year Range Yr 5 - 12 W www.iona.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,550 students ‘A Ministry of the S Year 7 224 students; 8 classes Missionary Oblates of Rector Fr Michael Twigg OMI Fees 2016 Yr 5 - 12 $6,240 Enquiries Sharon Young, Registrar Mary Immaculate’ Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Co-curricular activities Iona is a Catholic Boys’ College for Years 5 to 12, served Being confi dent and humble men of service continues • Daily Mass • Robotics by the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. For 59 to remain a priority of the College. We believe that • Mission immersions • Theatre Production • Oblate Youth Encounter • Speech and Communication years, Iona has made a fi rm commitment to enhancing the development of skills and competency in using • Rosies – supporting the • Art Club the educational opportunities of local families in a computers, software and associated technology, homeless • Photography Club Catholic faith context and has done so without the need and understanding the impact of technology on our • Service and Leadership • Science Club to charge out-of-reach fees; offer scholarships or take society, is an integral facet of education. Iona’s fl exible experiences • Maths Club short cuts. and comprehensive curriculum gives students the • Vocal Ensembles • Reading Club opportunity to develop a wide range of skills that present • Guitar Ensembles • Sailing Club As a Catholic College inspired by the life and teachings pathways to tertiary study and employment. Information • Jazz Ensembles • Chess Club • Liturgical Music • Junior Drama Club of Jesus, Iona remains focused on ensuring that life-long Communication & Learning Technology integration is a • Percussion Ensembles • Garden Club learning benefi ts our entire community. We believe we are major focus at Iona. Keeping up with advancements in • Wind Ensembles • Public Speaking & QDU Debating a Community for Life. technology, Iona has made great progress in the way we; • String Ensembles • Swimming Club develop school infrastructure, learn, teach, design the • Concert Bands • Homework Club We offer a learning environment that is led by committed curriculum and interact with each other, from students, • Mooting • Junior Coaching and passionate staff. Our vocational education program teachers and parents to wider community engagement. • Titration • Junior/Senior Link Tutoring brings opportunities to develop the talents of students outside the traditional areas of study and a Learning We have harnessed the transformative potential of Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 34 (incl. Cert III) Support Centre is offered for students who may require digital technology to support new approaches to We offer: VET Yes extra help with their studies. For those gifted students innovative learning and teaching by incorporating International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA there are also many opportunities. it as part of our curriculum and co-curricular activities. Iona also has a school-wide Wi-Fi Iona’s curriculum is complemented by a wide range of co- capability. Iona’s Years 5 to 6 students use Representative sports • Swimming • Tennis & Basketball curricular opportunities such as music, drama and sports. iPads and Years 7 to 12 students use laptops • Volleyball • Track and Field Our Learning and Teaching priorities focus on cultivating where creativity, innovation, communication, • Cricket • Water Polo the talents of each boy, encouraging him to exceed his critical thinking, problem solving, decision • Cross Country • Sailing expectations, to aspire to excellence and appreciate that making and Information Communication and • Rugby (Union & League) • Chess his learning should also benefi t the community to which he Technology (ICT) literacy are all utilized to be • Football (Soccer) • Golf belongs, wherever that may be in the future. a local and global citizen exercising personal and • Touch Football • Australian Rules social responsibility. Iona uses the College website, We aim to help each boy make a life, not just a living by email and social media platforms such as Facebook, Visit Us in 2016 being a responsible and contributing member of society. Twitter, and Instagram as primary means of digital Open Day – Monday 30 May 2016. Everyone is welcome! While the boys may have entered to learn, we hope that communication with students, parents, Old Boys Iona is an inclusive school for a diverse range of students they leave to serve. and the wider community. and our academic results can be found on the website, iona.qld.edu.au.

17 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Loreto College Est. 1928

“Loreto’s teachers teach from the heart. They are highly skilled, experienced and dedicated professionals who actively seek to empower and liberate students; ‘learning about and from the heart’.” Mrs Cheryl Hamilton

A 415 Cavendish Rd, Coorparoo QLD 4151 Gender Girls T 07 3394 9999 F 07 3847 1254 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.loreto.qld.edu.au Enrolment 800 students ‘Seekers of truth and S Year 7 140 doers of justice’ Principal Mrs Cheryl Hamilton Fees 2016 Yr 7 $9,972 Yr 12 $9,972 Enquiries Ms Emma Beach Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities Established in 1928, Loreto College Coorparoo, has Loreto Coorparoo’s extensive curriculum is relevant and • Biennial Musicals • Rosies – Friends on the matured into one of Brisbane’s premier independent challenging, promoting creative and divergent thinking, • Theatre Productions for Street Years 10, 11, 12 • Chess Club Catholic schools for girls. intellectual rigour and refl ective dispositions. • Junior Drama Club • Interact Service Group • The Kokoda Challenge • St Vincent de Paul Striving for excellence in education within the Mary Ward Teaching and learning styles have evolved at Loreto, in • Music Camp • Public Speaking – Rostrum tradition, Loreto Coorparoo belongs to a global network order to meet the needs of digital learners. Information • State Honours Ensemble • Tournament of Minds of more than 150 schools, seven of which are located Communication Technologies have been incorporated into Program • Tech Crew throughout Australia. The vision at Loreto Coorparoo is all subject areas, empowering students and supporting • Annual Music Festival • East Timor Mission to offer a Catholic education which liberates, empowers the concept of learning anywhere, anytime and in • Over 20 Music Immersion Ensembles and motivates students to use their individual gifts traditional or virtual classrooms. • Lions Youth of the Year with confi dence, creativity and generosity in loving and • Debating responsible service. Loreto students achieve high levels Student learning is enhanced through the use • Caritas Justice Group of academic, sporting, cultural and personal success of a variety of teaching methods and the because they are engaged with learning that is based provision of a broad range of resources, Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 27 upon a fundamental understanding of who they are and including a one-to-one laptop program. The We offer: VET Yes what it is that gives meaning to their lives. Loreto College Student Laptop Program International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA provides all students with a laptop, In 2014, 95% of OP eligible students were offered tertiary software, training and technical support from placement. In addition to these fi ne achievements, Years 7-12. The targeted, instruction-based Representative sports • AFL • Water Polo 2014 graduate, Rebecca Marshall, blitzed the fi eld of program is designed to empower students • Athletics • Volleyball Queensland’s academic performers, attaining the highest by maximising school support as well as the • Basketball results of 28,500 Year 12 students. benefi ts made available through this initiative. • Cross Country • Hockey Loreto’s co-curricular program is comprehensive offering Loreto uses pedagogies and technologies • Netball students the opportunity to participate, lead, serve and appropriate for the 21st century. Following the • Soccer succeed across their many diverse areas of interest. opening of a new Year Level Building ‘Cruci’, Loreto • Swimming • Tennis There is an emphasis on social justice and community has established inspirational and fl exible spaces for • Touch Football in keeping with the school’s vision to liberate, empower teaching, learning and performance, which includes and motivate students to use their individual gifts with breakout areas that invite collaboration where confi dence, creativity and generosity. Loreto Coorparoo collective thinking can be made visible. Writable Visit Us in 2016 takes pride in educating resilient, confi dent young women walls and surfaces and wireless technology are a Learn more about Loreto Coorparoo at the College’s annual of faith, passion and courage. major design element of ‘Cruci’ that enables student Open Day, Sunday 31 July at 10am. College Tours are held thinking to be displayed, vital for variety in pedagogy. on the third Wednesday of the month. Bookings required - [email protected]

18 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Lourdes Hill College Est. 1916

“In our centenary year, we look forward to bringing together our extended community to celebrate our wonderful history and continued commitment to shaping connected and conﬁ dent girls.” Ms Robyn Anderson

A 86 Hawthorne Rd, Hawthorne QLD 4171 Gender Girls T 07 3399 8888 F 07 3899 1007 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.lhc.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,196 students A School of Good Principal Ms Robyn Anderson Year 7 210 students; 7 classes Samaritan Education Enquiries Colette Duvall Fees 2016 Please visit website for details Email [email protected] ‘Step Forward’

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities Lourdes Hill College is an independent Catholic college Lourdes Hill has always encouraged academic excellence. • Choirs • Promoting Animal Welfare providing education for around 1200 girls from Years While the proud traditions of the past are valued, the • Debating • Public Speaking • Drama • Robotics and Engineering 7 – 12. The College is located 4km from the city centre, College has a vision of the future which enables us to • Duke of Edinburgh Club on the southern bank of the Brisbane River in the quiet anticipate and devise strategies for the changing needs • Homelessness Outreach • SPARC (Students Protecting residential suburb of Hawthorne. In 2016, the College is of the students and the College community. • Human Rights Group and Restoring Creation) celebrating 100 years of Faith, Learning and Connection • L’Arche Disability • St Vincent de Paul with events throughout the year including Open Day on We have a focus on preparing our students for life in Outreach • STAR (Santa Teresa and Friday 7 October. a digital world. With this in mind, a dedicated Head of • Mind over Matter Reconciliation) eLearning actively works with teachers to incorporate • Mooting • Technical Services • Music • Titrating Lourdes Hill College is an innovative school, a place technology throughout the curriculum. This strategic • Music Instrumental • Waitstaff Service Group where every decision is based on current research about approach to digital learning includes all students working Ensembles how girls learn, develop and thrive. It is also a school on personal laptops in class daily. Teaching staff at the with a strong faith tradition and a deep attachment College benefi t from dedicated high tech collaboration to our ‘stories’, the parable of The Good Samaritan, spaces and a program of professional learning that Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 35 the teachings of St Benedict and the healing visions empowers them to continue the journey of technological We offer: VET Yes of Bernadette and Mary at Lourdes. We have always upskilling. International Students Registration CRICOS No: 00503K believed that the ultimate gift of a Lourdes Hill education lies in the promise of its outcomes. Our Pastoral Care Program teaches many values and behaviours which support students to make healthy Representative sports • Aerobics • Sailing The certainty of that promise is readily apparent in our choices by assisting them to develop knowledge and skills. (Dance/Hip Hop) • Soccer classrooms every day. Like our staff and our parents, A key focus of the middle school Pastoral Care Program • AFL • Swimming visitors to our campus often remark how connected and is on utilising project based digital technologies to teach • Athletics • Tennis confi dent our girls are. The most important thing to note responsible digital citizenship with a focus on cyber-safety. • Basketball • Touch Football is the competence underlying the confi dence. Lourdes Hill College is proud to partner with International • Cross Country • Volleyball Education Services (IES), Data 3 and Microsoft in a variety • Hockey A Lourdes Hill girl knows the gift of her education, even of programs that ensure our students are at the cutting • Kayaking/Canoeing • Netball while she is in the midst of it, and is always happy to talk edge of learning in a digital age. • Rowing to prospective students and parents about what makes her school an academically challenging and joyful place to By immersing the students in a challenging learning learn. Refl ecting a Benedictine commitment to balance, environment, our students become active participants in Visit Us in 2016 Lourdes Hill students are similarly challenged to develop the learning process and become more responsible for Our Open Day will be held in the afternoon on Friday 7 their potential in sporting, artistic, spiritual, service, their own learning………..and this is one area where our October. Contact our Registrar to arrange a personalised social and emotional spheres. Lourdes Hill College students truly excel! tour or check details of upcoming events on our College website.

19 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Mary Mackillop College Est. 1964

“This is not just any school. All here are called to live exceptional lives. To love learning. To be compassion and hope for the world.” Christine Clarke - Principal

MARY MACKILLOP A 60 Bage St, Nundah QLD 4012 Gender Girls COLLEGE T 07 3266 2100 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.mmc.qld.edu.au Enrolment 500 students My Faith is My Light Principal Mrs Christine Clarke Year 7 100 students; 4 classes Enquiries Mrs Carolyn Harman Fees 2016 Yr 7 $5,000 Yr 12 $5,180 Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities At Mary MacKillop College you will fi nd a community 2016 sees the rollout of new state-of-the-art computers • Running Club • Fashion Design committed to bringing out the best in each and every for students and staff of Mary MacKillop College. All • Anime Club • Homework group • Art Challenge • House Council student. It’s a great place to learn. We are a mid-sized are equipped with up-to-the-minute tablet computers • Australian Brain Bee • Justice Forum school of just over 500 students – big enough to offer with stylus. Students use the Microsoft Surface while • Concert Band • Outdoor Challenges diverse opportunities, small enough to ensure that each staff each have the Surface Pro 4. The wireless system • Book Club • Environmental Club of our young women is known and really cared for. throughout College has been completely upgraded and • Career workshops • Disney Club there are data projectors in all rooms with wireless • Cheerleading • Mathematics Tutoring Students and staff alike love being at Mary MacKillop connectivity to individual devices. All College fi les are fully • Year 7 and 8 Choir • Outreach Programs College. There’s a strong sense of shared purpose. It’s integrated into the Brisbane Catholic Education cloud • Genius Bar • Science Association • Sports Aerobics • UQ Science Ambassadors faith fi lled and hope-fi lled place. It’s a place of warm computing service. There is safe and secure access to • Debating • College Choir and friendly welcome. Expectations are high at Mary fi les 24/7. Mary MacKillop College is equipped with the • eCCCos Choir • Rosies MacKillop College. Academic excellence is evident best technology available. We are a lead school in the • String Ensemble • Ozcare across all year levels. Learning progress is tracked provision of technology for learning. for each student in a comprehensive process of goal Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 31 setting, review and support. Students have access to a Teachers purposefully design learning utilising the We offer: VET Yes diversity of learning enrichment opportunities including most appropriate blend of strategies to ensure International Students Registration CRICOS No: 00582F university short courses, vocational courses, master learning success. There is an eLearning Strategy and classes, national and international competitions and Implementation Team at the College especially committed assessments. to sourcing and critiquing the best of available research Representative sports • Aussie Rules • Hockey aligned with the College Strategic Plan. Our teachers • Indoor Cricket • Basketball Student initiative and leadership is nurtured and are enthusiastic users of technology for engagement, • Volleyball • Athletics encouraged. Action and advocacy for social justice is connection and deep learning. Educating our students • Touch Football • Swimming integral to the life of the College. Music, art, drama and to be creative and positive contributors to the world is • Netball • Cross Country sporting activities abound. There are multiple camps, at the heart of our mission and applies equally to their • Soccer tours and expeditions on offer. Up to date, high-class online presence. A comprehensive personal development spaces and facilities span the campus. program includes specifi c focus on cyber safety.

Inspired by the life and spirit of Australia’s fi rst Saint, the Students eagerly embrace media studies from Year 7. young women of Mary MacKillop College learn what is They create fi lm and design computer applications. to live principled lives – lives characterised by a passion They study the intricacies of IT design and programming. Visit Us in 2016 for justice, deep integrity and compassion. A resolute They utilise multi-media across the full range of subject Our Open Day is Sunday 22 May. See website for 2016 commitment to honouring the dignity of each person is at disciplines. They learn to be confi dent, competent and schedule of Information Evenings and tours. Enrolment the heart of education at Mary MacKillop College. successful learners in a world of people and technology. interviews by appointment. Enrolment applications for Years 7, 2020 due now.

20 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Mt Maria College Petrie Est. 1987

“At Mt Maria College Petrie, we offer our students a supportive, inclusive and faith ﬁ lled environment in which they can thrive, both personally and academically.” Mr Michael Connolly

A 21 Armstrong St, Petrie QLD 4502 Gender Co-educational T 07 3285 5500 F 07 3285 5091 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.mmcp.qld.edu.au Enrolment 330 students ‘Lead by Example’ S Year 7 75 students; 4 classes Principal Mr Michael Connolly Fees 2016 Yr 7 $4,310 Yr 12 $4,900 Enquiries Melissa Byway + Capital levy not tax deductible Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities Mt Maria College Petrie is a small co-educational The digital classroom is an essential component of • Equestrian Team • Instrumental Music Lessons secondary College catering for students of all abilities in learning and teaching at Mt Maria College and supports • Lego Robotics • Dance Troupe • Theatre Productions • Comic club Years 7-12. With just 330 students, we can, and do offer our teachers to personalise learning for their students. • Chess Club • Art Club small classes and individual attention to all. A one-to-one laptop program operates in Years 9 to • Debating Team • Social Justice/Outreach Group 12 and students in Years 7 and 8 have access to • Vocal Ensemble The school was established in 1987 with just 55 laptops and iPads as required. The availability • Choir students. As student numbers have grown, so too have of projectors and WiFi access in every • College Band our resources and now we are proud to offer state of the classroom enables teachers to make art facilities, including a new resource and vocational learning visible, deliver instructions education centre and a new hospitality training centre. through multiple forms of media and engages students in their own learning We offer a ﬂ exible curriculum to meet the wide by allowing them to demonstrate their educational needs of all our students, including a knowledge and understanding through comprehensive vocational program in Years 11 and 12. a variety of digital media platforms. Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 17

We offer: VET Yes Students may graduate the College with a nationally We constantly seek to provide our International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA recognised qualifi cation through their vocational pathway. students access to the latest digital Add a completed Certifi cate III or IV, both offered here at technology and resources and the College, and the students are equipped for a trade, thereby broaden their options for Representative sports • Equestrian • Students with ability in employment, a career in the armed forces or University. future employment and learning. • Touch Football all sports are given the In 2016, the College will be • Beach sports option to trial to be a When asked about “What makes us Special”, both our enhancing students access to • Volleyball representative for Pine students and parents tell us the same thing. It’s our digital media and technology by • Basketball Rivers District Teams. size! It’s our personal attention! It’s our caring staff and making available a specialised • AFL nurturing environment! digital media room comprising • Swimming of Apple computers, design and • Athletics • Cross country Our students feel safe and cared for, which in turn digital medial software, a laser creates the perfect atmosphere for learning and for printers and a laser cutter. These success. resources will complement many subjects including Technology, Design Visit Us in 2016 and Graphics along with Visual Arts, We conduct monthly College Tours, generally on the third Food and Textiles and Business, Digital Wednesday of the month. Please contact the College offi ce Media and Technology. to register your interest. Our annual Open Day will be held on Sunday 22 May. This is a great day to discover our College.

21 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Our Lady’s College Est. 1964

“At Our Lady’s College, Tradition, Excellence and Community form the nexus for nurturing each girl to be a woman of compassion, a just woman and a woman of integrity.” Ms Paula Goodwin

A 15 Chester Rd, Annerley QLD 4103 Gender Girls T 07 3426 8000 F 07 3848 8059 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.ourladyscollege.qld.edu.au Enrolment 400 students ‘Inspiring Young Women’ S Year 7 90 students; 4 classes Principal Ms Paula Goodwin Fees 2016 Yr 7 $2,016 Yr 12 $2,176 Enquiries Ms Basia Vreugdenburg + Capital, College and Email [email protected] Technology levies

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities From the ﬁ rst smiling face that greets you as you enter The digital evolution that is transforming every facet of • Choir the school grounds through to preparation for sporting schools is profoundly impacting the teaching and learning • A Capella Group • Instrumental Music and debating competitions or musical recitals, Our Lady’s environment. No longer are one-to-one laptop programs Program College exudes being a vibrant, energetic, engaged learning innovative, students now engage in contemporary • Music Ensembles community that encourages the talents of individual girls. learning experiences that include webinars and virtual - String Ensemble Here there is a true sense of welcome and inclusion. Our excursions in international locations. - Wind Ensemble Lady’s College has been educating the hearts and minds of - Guitar Ensemble the women of Brisbane for the past 50 years. Established The College’s academic staff has adopted the • Benenson’s Society in the tradition of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop, Our use of interactive portal technology for student • St Vincent de Paul • Debating Lady’s College offers an innovative curriculum, delivered collaboration and communication, developed • Cultural Dance Groups by highly professional and experienced academic staff learning activities involving online resources and in a nurturing and modern learning environment. Regular integrated ubiquitous laptop use so that it is meetings are held to reﬁ ne goals and develop strategies seamless, engaging and enjoyable. Exciting that allow each girl to be a self directed learner who is well developments in the use of student data Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 26 supported in maximising her educational success. Our have increased our teachers’ ability to take We offer: VET Yes smaller than usual class sizes mean that students are individual learning styles into account. Rich International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA known and receive individual attention. conversations between teachers and students about learning opportunities and personal The co-curricular life of the College allows for high goals, centred on real-time metrics, provides Representative sports • Basketball quality cultural and sporting engagement. The College the feedback to students that maximises the • Netball is strongly committed to social justice and partners value of every classroom activity. • Soccer with St Laurence’s College to allow students access • Touch Football to immersion experiences locally and internationally. Parents too, engage with technology through • Tennis Our commitment to St Vincent de Paul and Benenson’s the portal system. This allows easy access to • Volleyball Society is evident in increased participation in the College communications: key dates, sporting • Athletics programs provided. As part of the founding schools of commitments, the inevitable lost form – all readily • Swimming • Cross Country CaSSSA (the Brisbane Catholic school girls’ sporting available! association), our students enjoy participating in a wide range of sporting opportunities. Indeed, Tradition, Technology is no longer an ‘add on’ but rather an Excellence and Community form the nexus for nurturing integrated component of every classroom. It is a Visit Us in 2016 each girl academically, socially, physically and spiritually tool that allows minds to expand with the most Our Open Day is on Saturday 14 May from 10:00am – 1:00pm. to be a woman of compassion, a just woman, and a up-to-date information available for engagement Visitors’ Day is on Friday 29 July from 9:00am – 11:00am. woman of integrity. and critiquing. Further information is available on the website.

22 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Padua College Est. 1956

“Padua College is a unique Catholic, Franciscan school with a pervading atmosphere of courtesy and respect allowing for individual achievement of excellence in many ﬁ elds.” Mr Robert Out

A 80 Turner Rd, Kedron Brisbane QLD 4031 Gender Boys T 07 3857 9999 F 07 3857 9988 Year Range Yr 5 - 12 W www.padua.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,313 students ‘Where there is love and S Year 7 180 students; 6 classes wisdom there is neither Principal Mr Robert Out Fees 2016 Yr 7 $5,410 Yr 12 $5,990 Enquiries Please contact College Reception General Purpose Levy as fear nor ignorance’. Email [email protected] per our website St Francis

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities Padua College is the only school in Australia under At Padua, the “Digital Classroom” involves a variety • Debating the care of the Order of Friars Minor. Inspired by the of technology types and uses. For instance, we use • Vocal Ensemble • Liturgical Ensemble teachings of St Francis (1182-1226), the Franciscan interactive whiteboard apps to demonstrate and record • Australian Space Design Competition Friars work in a variety of apostolates including mathematical problems for students to access at their • Theatre Sports educational institutions throughout the world. In 1956, convenience. • Lions Youth of the Year they established Padua College as a school to cater for • Musical boys from Year 5 to Year 12. Almost sixty years on, the The Learning Management System allows teachers to • Mooting College has grown to just over 1300 students, but it still use interactive tools such as blogs, discussion boards • FCIP (Franciscan Colleges Instrumental Programme) holds its Franciscan heritage very close to its heart. The and wikis. It also allows parents to see the work students school’s patron saint is the Franciscan Friar, St Anthony are doing in class, view assessment items and be able of Padua, the ﬁ rst teacher of the friars, hence the name to see the most up to date version of assessment dates Padua College. via the in-built calendar.

The school’s VISION is to provide boys with an education, The use of wireless projection in the classroom gives the Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 29 which is not only Catholic but also distinctively teacher the ability to be completely mobile while utilising We offer: VET Yes Franciscan. Hence, Padua tries to operate not so much the technology on their device. Digital textbooks are used International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA as an institution but rather as a faith community living in all KLAs from Years 7 - 10. These allow students and out Gospel values and placing an emphasis on the teachers access to a range of additional interactive Franciscan charism. The school emphasises the value of resources as well as the ability to annotate, note and Representative sports • Cricket • Hockey each individual and aims to provide an education which bookmark within the e-book. The College’s 1:1 program • Volleyball • Rugby League is both relevant and personal. Padua is a community means that students have ready access to external • Swimming • Water Polo of afﬁ rmation and acceptance, where students are multimedia resources such as Scootle. • Cross Country • AFL encouraged to strive for their personal level of excellence. • Rugby Union • Golf Students are also able to use their device on excursions • Soccer Thus, the educational opportunities offered at Padua to record data and information that can then be • Tennis College include an engaging religious formation and taken back to the classroom for further analysis and • Basketball • Chess pastoral care program, a comprehensive curriculum, investigation. The use of apps allows students to access • Track and Field varied co-curricular opportunities and a challenging, digital libraries, databases and create digital content. Our developmental outdoor education program. Students College app also allows parents to be kept up to date at Padua ﬁ nd it to be a place of happiness, joy and with changes to daily routine, important information and Visit Us in 2016 gentleness, where they can develop strength of Christian upcoming events. Underpinning all this is the constant Our Open Day is on Sunday, 22 May. Join us to talk with character during their educational journey. reminder of the responsible use of these technologies to students and staff, enjoy performances, view academic and build 21st century digital citizens. co-curricular displays and tour the school’s facilities.

23 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au San Sisto College Est. 1961

“Learning with passion in search of truth; living with integrity, spirit and compassion – this is the San Sisto way – a place where young women can ﬂ ourish.” Mrs Shelley Hamilton

A 97 Mayﬁ eld Rd, Carina QLD 4152 Gender Girls T 07 3900 9800 F 07 3843 1921 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.sansisto.qld.edu.au Enrolment 671 students ‘Women of Integrity S Year 7 109 students; 4 classes Shaping the Future’ Principal Mrs Shelley Hamilton Fees 2016 Yr 7 $5,332 Yr 12 $5,664 Enquiries Mrs Helen Steffan The fee amounts listed above Email [email protected] include all college levies, camps, text hire, and laptop.

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities At San Sisto College, we believe there is no compromise At San Sisto College, technology has enabled the • Instrumental Music, • Bi-Annual Musical in the pursuit of excellence. college to develop tools for teachers and students Lessons and Ensembles • Leading LIGHTS • Science Titration • Physical Enrichment which has provided increased learning participation, Competition Program: Fitness, Educating young women in Years 7 – 12 is an tailored learning experiences, encouraged collaboration • Community Service Health and Nutrition extraordinary privilege. We provide a challenging, and interactivity, and helped foster an independent and Activities: Rosies, Consultations, Boot Camp, innovative and exciting learning environment with a focus enabled community. Digital tools like WIFI, interactive Bluecare Carina Self Defence Classes, on seeking excellence in academic achievement and whiteboards and online learning communities − LIFE Nursing Home, Bulimba Zumba, Pilates, etc. performance. We strive to provide quality learning and and Education Perfect − enable students and teachers Creek Catchment • Greenies Group teaching experiences that cater for all learning styles with innovative outlets in and outside the confi nes of the Sustainability Centre, • Queensland Debating St Brendan’s Homework Union the right balance of education and fun. traditional classroom. This technology has enabled Club, Fundraising for • Board Games teachers signifi cant pre-learning opportunities for the Dominican and Catholic • Craft during lunch At San Sisto College, we offer state-of-the-art facilities classroom and provided students the ability to take Charities • Social Justice Group and a wide range of subject choices in both O.P. and control of their education and learning. Both of Vocational Educational courses. Both Italian and these tools are making learning and teaching more Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 32 Japanese languages are offered and prove popular with visible at San Sisto College. We offer: VET Yes students. We also have strong arts, drama, and sporting International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA departments that continue to profi le students’ talents at The college also has a number of customised competitive levels. microsites, designed for easy access by staff, students and parents. These sites are designed Representative sports • Athletics • Tennis Our students are encouraged to accept responsibility and to encourage direct communication, build • Basketball • Touch Football develop independence and self-discipline, confi dence and stronger relationships, provide instant curriculum • Indoor Cricket • Volleyball self-worth, nurtured through mutual respect and care for information, and assist in resource sharing within • Cross Country one another. College life is framed by our four Dominican the college’s communities. • Hockey Pillars of Community, Study, Prayer and Service. Our • Netball values of truth, joy, hope, compassion, justice and The college’s Technology Service Centre is the • Soccer attributes such as passionately loving learning and central hub of all things digital, ensuring students and • Swimming seeking and appreciating beauty and creation, are central staff continue to work effectively. This specialist team to our way of life at the College. offers timely repairs, advice on software installations and general care of laptops. This centre also looks We believe that learning and the wellbeing of our after the College’s digital network, to guarantee both Visit Us in 2016 students are inextricably linked, and so provide numerous students and staff are communicating effi ciently Our Open Day is Sunday, 15 May 2016. We invite you services to students through our wellbeing centre during even the busiest campus day. to meet our students and teachers while exploring our (The WELL). stunning campus and state-of-the-art facilities. Bookings are essential. Visit www.sansisto.qld.edu.au for details.

24 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Southern Cross Catholic College Est. 1995

“We welcome you to experience the unique spirit of Southern Cross Catholic College and to see how your children can shine.” Mr Brett Horton

A 307 Scarborough Rd, Scarborough QLD 4020 Gender Co-educational T 07 3480 3600 F 07 3480 3666 Year Range Prep - 12 W www.sccc.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,605 students ‘We seek the light… and S Year 7 127 students; 5 classes then we shine’ Principal Mr Brett Horton Fees 2016 Yr 7 $2,736 Yr 12 $2,848 Enquiries Trish Young + Levies Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities As one college with four campuses, Southern Cross Southern Cross Catholic College (SCCC) is proud of • Art Club • Mathematical Challenge Catholic College (SCCC) is unique not only in the diversity its work in developing a range of digital classroom • Book Club Tournaments • Chemistry Titration • Potential Plus – Enrichment & of its campus locations but also in the spirit for which its environments. Technology is used to engage and inspire Competition Extension program students are known. students to access resources never before imaginable. • Chess Club • Public Speaking (Year 11 – 12) Through the Information and Communication Technology • Debating (Year 7-12) • SCCC Swimming Club As the principle Catholic college on the Redcliffe (ICT) capabilities of the Australian Curriculum, SCCC • Duke of Edinburgh Award • Science Spaghetti Bridge Peninsula, SCCC is a caring, co-educational learning provides a rich and diverse curriculum that challenges and • Garanyali Program – Building Competition community, which strives to provide a holistic education prepares students for the digital and contemporary world. Indigenous Homework • Southern Glee Club for each student along with a safe and secure transition Club • Southern Sloggers Running Team • Instrumental Music • Sporting Competitions – Futsal, through all phases of learning from Prep to Year 12. Year 7 and 8 students access technology via their Program Netball, Basketball homeroom laptop trollies. The access ratio is 1:1 and • Interact • Theatre Sports With 1605 students spread over four campuses at Woody students are encouraged to use a range of tools that • Robotics • Year 7 & 8 Homework Help Club Point, Kippa Ring and two campuses at Scarborough, allows them to demonstrate their learning in innovative the uniqueness of the college and diversity of campus and dynamic ways. Students begin the cyber safety Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 33 locations allows students and their families’ access journey developing clear and sensible protocols, We offer: VET Yes to contemporary facilities which provide the tools for respectful and ethical cyber behaviours and taking International Students Registration CRICOS No: 01401G students to experience educational success. responsibility for their actions in an online environment.

For 20 years the college has had a strong record of The 1:1 Laptop program begins in Year 9 and continues until Representative sports • AFL academic and sporting excellence. The College aims Year 12. Students begin to diversify their skills and develop • Athletics to maximise the abilities of all students by providing ways and methods to embrace the world of technology. • Basketball opportunities to select from a wide range of subjects Students are required to submit assessment online where • Cricket and activities which cover the spiritual, academic, social, possible and encouraged to be innovative in the ways • Cross Country cultural and physical aspects of their development. they present fi nal submissions. Year 9 to 12 students are • Futsal regularly educated on the importance of cyber safety and • Netball With authority and authority registered subjects, credit for are exposed to guest speakers and a variety of experts to • Rugby League • Swimming fi rst year university subjects, the Potential Plus Extension support their ethical online safety and behaviours. • Touch Football Program, Marine Science Training Centre, Hospitality Training Restaurant and Excellence in Swimming, Futsal At SCCC, the digital classroom refl ects a contemporary and AFL to name a few, SCCC caters for all strengths and educational setting where creativity and technology Visit Us in 2016 interests and the pursuit of excellence is encouraged are embedded to support our students in making the Our Open Day is on Sunday 22 May. through the involvement in all aspects of College life. transition into the young adult world as successful, confi dent, active and informed citizens.

25 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au B St Edmund’s College C C Est. 1892

“They can because they see they can” Our Motto means that we as staff are challenged to extend the boys so that they develop into young men who can make a difference in this world. In partnership with families, we aim to provide a faith based education where all are valued and can achieve.” Mr Chris Leadbetter

A 16 Mary St, Woodend, Ipswich QLD 4305 Gender Boys T 07 3810 4400 F 07 3810 4402 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.sec.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,100 students ‘Possunt Quia Posse S Year 7 192 students; 8 classes Videntur’ Principal Mr Chris Leadbetter Fees 2016 Contact College for details Enquiries Mrs Kath Creedy Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities St Edmund’s College is a Catholic Boys’ College in Technology is a ubiquitous part of life in the twenty- St Edmund’s College is a foundation member of the the Edmund Rice tradition. The College is a Year 7- 12 fi rst century. Today’s students are “digital natives” Associated Independent Colleges Sports competition. College. St Edmund’s was founded in 1892 and has thus who are comfortable in a fast-paced information-fi lled • Theatre Sports • Combined Colleges’ Junior provided quality education for boys in the Ipswich region environment. • Tournament of Minds Concert Band for 123 years. • Performing Arts • Contemporary Band To cater to the learning needs of our young men, St • Musical • Combined College’s Choir The College provides unique pathways for boys to achieve Edmund’s College provides a laptop to every student • Drama • Chess • College Choir • Debating based on their skills and talents. The state of the art so they may access more than the traditional • Year 7/8 Choir • Public Speaking Trade Training Centre allows for students to enter the classroom offers. • Brass Ensemble • Junior Drumline workforce with exceptional construction and automotive • College Jazz Band • String Ensemble skills. The majority of the boys will attend tertiary The establishment of the digital classroom at St • Combined Colleges institutions upon completion of Year 12. The academic Edmund’s has enabled students to go beyond Concert Band outcomes for these boys have always been strong. The conventional learning and explore novel College is also known for its exceptional partnerships ways of becoming profi cient in their Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 34 with employers in the Industry placement program. various subjects. We offer: VET Yes International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA Students at the College are encouraged to be involved The College’s learning management in the extensive co-curricular program through the A.I.C. system provides an easily accessible sports competition, the music and creative Arts program virtual space where students are Representative sports • Cricket • Volleyball as well as through the extensive service initiatives. able to obtain information relevant • Cross Country • Hockey The staff take pride in building professional supportive information to their course, collaborate • Athletics • Touch Football relationships with the boys and their families. The House on various projects or submit drafts and • Basketball system underpins the Pastoral care program. Boys feel assessment pieces. • Football safe and connected to the College and this allows them • Soccer to excel. For St Edmund’s students, the digital • Rugby Union classroom allows learning to occur • Rugby League • Swimming At St Edmund’s the students are asked to excel in all anywhere any time. • Tennis that they do, while at the same time using their talents to benefi t others. The “Eddies” spirit is well known in the district and the strength of the community is based on a Visit Us in 2016 culture of support. The young men are encouraged to be Our Twilight Tours are on Wednesday 9 March & Wednesday strong, passionate, yet gentlemen of integrity. 12 October. Our Open Day is on Saturday 21 May.

26 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au St James College Est. 1868

“Deeply committed to inclusivity, social justice and service to others, St James encourages all in our diverse community to grow to be dedicated learners and young people of hope in the tradition of Edmund Rice.” Mr Gerry Crooks

A 201 Boundary St, Spring Hill QLD 4000 Gender Co-educational T 07 3230 8600 F 07 3839 3058 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.stjamescollege.qld.edu.au Enrolment 420 students ‘Faithful Forever’ Principal Mr Gerry Crooks Year 7 40 students; 2 classes Enquiries Mrs Maria Young Fees 2016 Yr 7 $6,250 Yr 12 $6,250 Email [email protected] Fees are all inclusive.

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities St James College is a co-educational Catholic Day School Information Communication Learning Technologies • Cultural Night • Basketball in the Edmund Rice Tradition, established in 1868. (ICLT) have become ubiquitous in • Interhouse Swimming • Soccer • Interhouse Athletics • Netball Gospel values are not only taught, but are lived and the contemporary world. St James • Cross Country • Rugby League experienced by students, families, staff and friends of College is committed to ensuring • Wilderness Camping • Girls Australian Rules the College. The College is located on the Brisbane city that all members of the learning • Canoeing Football fringe with access to the facilities and industry offered community have access to ICLTs • Abseiling & Rock • Youth Parliament by the city and within walking distance of all major public that encourage excellence in teaching Climbing • Indigenous Dance transport hubs. and learning and prepare students for their role in • Orienteering • Choir the future workforce and life. • Lifesaving • Touch Football • Chess Club • Futsal Inclusive of all, St James College’s philosophy is based • Debating on the tradition of Edmund Rice, the founder of the The College recognises the power of such technologies • Theatre Sports Christian Brothers. This philosophy is to integrate faith, to foster higher level thinking in its students. Interfacing • Art exhibitions life and culture in an environment of tolerance, pride and with ICLTs on a meaningful level requires specifi c respect for personal worth. hardware and curriculum design. Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 34 We offer: VET Yes The College understands that the dreams and talents of Students and staff must be provided the opportunity to International Students Registration CRICOS No: 00715J each student are unique, and success comes in many access these technologies as well as be confi dent in different forms. Building self esteem is paramount to their use as teaching and learning tools. every student’s personal development and a nurturing Representative sports • Basketball • Weight Lifting environment is created to allow each individual to realise Combined with the development of the College’s Learning • Soccer • Karate talents that lie within. We aim to develop confi dence in Management System and the adoption of the 1:1 laptop • Australian Rules Football expression, confi dence in school, confi dence in handling program there is an exciting opportunity for both schools • Rugby League life in general – it is all about liberating the human spirit and families to access an enhanced learning experience. • Touch Football to achieve success in life. • Futsal Students have the ability to access new learning tools • Netball St James College offers a very extensive and fl exible and experiences to develop a range of thinking skills and • Athletics • Swimming curriculum and support program tailored to meet specifi c collaboration opportunities. • Cross Country needs. Students can choose from academic curriculum streams to achieve their Overall Position (OP) that will lead to direct entry to university or choose vocational Visit Us in 2016 education studies to follow a TAFE apprenticeship or Our Open Day is on Friday 29 July from 10:00am to 12:00 employment path. noon. See the College in operation. College tours can be arranged at any time by appointment.

27 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au St John Fisher College Est. 1981

“Our ‘John Fisher Way’ is a way of acting, speaking and behaving that encompasses our College values and encourages our young ladies to develop into visionary women with the courage to follow their dreams.” Mrs Maree Messer

A John Fisher Dr, Bracken Ridge QLD 4017 Gender Girls T 07 3269 8188 F 07 3869 0216 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 W www.sjfc.qld.edu.au Enrolment 520 students ‘Goodness, Knowledge, Principal Mrs Maree Messer Year 7 100 students; 4 classes Discipline’ Enquiries Enrolment Secretary Fees 2016 Ranging from $4,276 to $4,792 Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities St John Fisher College at Bracken Ridge is a Catholic Technology has become an integral tool in the teaching • Art Club • Musical (Biennial combined secondary girl’s College founded in Mercy traditions in and learning process and consequently every student • Band with St Patrick’s College) • Boot Camp • OptiMinds 1981, and also inspired by St John Fisher’s academic in the school is supplied with a laptop. Learning is • Choir / Vocal Ensemble • Reading Club passion and social justice work. supported by technology in many ways such as teachers • Dance Troupe • Sister Act Talent Quest providing students with access to lesson plans and • Debating and Public • Social Justice Committee In order to engage students’ hearts and minds, resources on shared sites, and collaborative student Speaking • Theatre Sports we believe in the importance of developing strong sharing of ideas on appropriate sites. The internet also • Drama • Vocal Tuition relationships. We promote this by engaging students provides students with immediate classroom access to • Homework Club • Writing Club – Scribblers in having fun with their friends at the many community an almost limitless supply of resources in each subject. • Instrumental Music Program events and celebrations. This is a community where • Interact students have a real pride in themselves and their This access to technology has changed the skills that • Magazine Committee community and openly say they love their school. students need for learning. Whilst students have access to enormous amounts of information, We promote academic excellence both in the classroom they need to develop skills in their ability to Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 26 and through curriculum-based clubs and activities such discern the relevance and validity of that We offer: VET Yes as Science Club, Studio 27 (art club) Greedy Readers information. They need to be able to sift International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA (reading club), Scribblers (writing club) and Homework through vast quantities of information and Club and Assignment Help. make meaning and sense and logical conclusions from it. They also need to Representative sports • AFL Students at St John Fisher College are encouraged to develop skills in becoming effective • Athletics love life and live it to the full by engaging in the wide online communicators. These are essential • Basketball range of co-curricular activities on offer. The College skills for all citizens in the 21st century. • Cross Country offers a full sporting program, cultural opportunities in • Indoor Cricket many areas of the arts, drama, dance and music, as well Whilst technology assists with learning, the relationship • Netball as opportunities to learn about faith in action by serving between the teacher and the student is still at the • Soccer others through the Interact Club and Social Justice heart of the teaching and learning process. Technology • Swimming • Touch Football programs. enables easy communication between the teacher and • Volleyball the student and hence promotes positive teacher-student Located on 15 hectares of land the College has recently relationships. Technology also enables communication completed a new building program and a refurbishment of with parents, thus leading to a strong parent-teacher Visit Us in 2016 existing facilities, along with a total landscape makeover, partnership in the child’s education. Our Open Day will be held on Thursday 19th May 2016 to include outdoor learning spaces and an environment between 3pm-6pm. To arrange a tour contact our catering speciﬁ cally to the education of young women. Enrolments Ofﬁ cer on 3269 8188

28 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au St Joseph’s College Gregory Terrace Est. 1875

“Our key action is Catholic faith, personal formation and scholarly development.’’ Dr Michael Carroll

A 285 Gregory Terrace, Spring Hill, QLD 4000 Gender Boys T 07 3214 5200 Year Range Yr 5 - Yr 12 W www.terrace.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,500 students ‘Servire Deo Sapere S Fees 2016 Contact College for details To serve God is to be wise’ Principal Dr Michael Carroll Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities St Joseph’s Gregory Terrace is a family – a partnership St Joseph’s College has always been committed to the • Rowing • Chess between the parents, staff and students. With a rich purposeful use of ICT within the College. There have been • Cricket • Debating • Volleyball • Theatresports tradition of academic and co-curricular excellence – many changes in the educational landscape in recent • Swimming • Public Speaking developed over 140 years – our vision is to provide a years and Terrace’s ICT has evolved to meet these needs. • Football • Music holistic Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition, Recent initiatives have included the introduction in • Tennis • Choir to form leaders of courage who make a difference 2014 of a BYOD for students coupled with an eLearning • Cross Country • Theatre Productions through their knowledge, humility and wisdom. Plan that reﬂ ects the College’s values, educational • Rugby • Exchange frameworks and pedagogical paradigms, which act as • Basketball • Immersion/Exploration The College was established by the Christian Brothers drivers for success. We have seen a transformation of • Gymnastics • Track and Field in 1875. There are four campuses – the main campus the learning process through the use of these devices in at Gregory Terrace, Waterford Place (Year 10s), 10ha of the classroom. sporting facilities at Tennyson and the Outdoor Education Centre at Lake Maroon. Academic outcomes for students The College also has invested in interactive data are a focus of a balanced education. Our Senior students projectors for all classrooms. These enable the Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 23 of 2014 achieved a median OP score of 7. Fifty per cent whiteboard in each classroom to become interactive, We offer: VET No of the cohort received an OP7 or better. One third of the providing a powerful teaching and enhancing learning International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA cohort received an OP1-4. opportunities for students.

Co-curricular activities are a key aspect of the As teaching and learning has become more dependent Representative sports • Rowing • Cross Country holistic education. The College is consistently among on ICT, the College has moved away from a traditional • Cricket • Rugby Queensland’s leading schools in areas such as debating, network setup to a fully-integrated Cloud system in • Volleyball • Basketball cross-country, volleyball, rowing, rugby and cricket. Boys which staff and students are able to store and access • Swimming • Gymnastics from Years 5-7 are provided with musical instruments and work off campus from any device with ease. • Football • Track and Field lessons, while older students are encouraged to learn • Tennis an instrument or continue with tuition. There are a large The underpinning question that needs to act as a number of bands, orchestras and choirs. metaphoric backbone to curriculum development should be: ‘Does this technology engage students and A key facet of the College’s caring environment is the enhance the learning process better than traditional House system. Students are placed in one of nine mediums?’ We recognise that simply giving a teacher Houses under the direction of a House Dean. The technology will not make them better at what they Visit Us in 2016 Houses, which cater for students from Years 5-12, are do. Clearly, it is how the ICT is used as a tool that is Our Open Day is on Wednesday 9 March. divided into Tutor Groups, each led by a staff tutor, who the most signiﬁ cant part of assisting teachers and meets twice daily with students. enhancing the learning process.

29 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au St Joseph’s Nudgee College Est. 1891

“The College holds a special place in Catholic education, with a grand reputation built by generations of students, Christian Brothers, staff, parents and Old Boys.” Mr Peter Fullagar

A 2199 Sandgate Rd, Boondall QLD 4034 Gender Boys T 07 3865 0555 F 07 3865 0500 Year Range Yr 5 - 12 W www.nudgee.com Enrolment 1,520 students ‘Signum Fidei – a Sign of S Year 7 181 students; 7 classes Faith’ Principal Mr Peter Fullagar Fees 2016 Yr 7 $14,730 Yr 12 $14,730 Enquiries Ms Tracey Hall (Registrar) + Ancillary Charges and Master Email [email protected] Plan Levy

What Makes Us Special appeal Project Compassion, which aims to ﬁ ght poverty Extra-curricular activities St Joseph’s Nudgee College is entering a new era with and injustice around the world. Students are challenged • Chess • Music (Bands, Ensembles, etc.) the modernisation of its vast facilities and programs. In to go without one luxury, and to donate money saved to • Debating - Clarinet Ensemble • Theatre Sports - Combined Orchestra 2015, the College opened two exquisite new buildings Project Compassion. The College’s major fundraiser is • Cattle Club - Drumline that have excited the boarding community and enhanced the annual ‘Walk to the Philippines’, in which students • Rodeo Team - Guitar Ensemble the student learning experience – the Bathersby gain sponsorship from friends, family and the wider • Social Justice Program - Intermediate Band Boarding Village and the DJ Hanly Learning Centre. The community to support various projects run by the Edmund • Audiovisual (AV) Club - Junior Band new Learning Centre is located at the centre of the Rice Foundation in the Philippines. • Robotics Club - Big Band campus to ensure the prominence of academia at the • Tournament of Minds - Strings Ensemble College is well-represented. For ease of access between The students also undertake initiatives to actively engage - Vocal Choir - Rock Bands related areas, the Centre features the College library, with those living at the margins of society. One of these - Saxophone Ensemble IT and AV services, the Learning and Teaching team, IT projects is ‘Big Brekky’, which involves Year 11 and 12 - Trumpet Choir Labs, Year 7 learning spaces, a giant chess board, the students cooking breakfast and conversing with people Tuckshop and a large covered outdoor space. These who are homeless or doing it tough in Fortitude Valley. areas are located across four interconnected levels to The student cohort also contributes to Street Swags - an Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 34 accommodate learning activities for use on an individual organisation that provides a comfortable and durable We offer: VET Yes scale through to a large community gathering. The facility form of bedding for people in need - by rolling swags International Students Registration CRICOS No: 00572G is a hub for Middle School, as well as a common space throughout the year. Participating in the various service for presentations, meetings, social activity, unstructured programs provides opportunities for students to develop learning and games. empathy and compassion, break down stereotypes, and Representative sports • Rugby Union • Swimming form a genuine desire to make a better world for all. • Football • Volleyball While buildings are important within a school, they are • Basketball • Cross Country (Athletics) not as important as those people who use them – the The Digital Classroom • Cricket • Tennis students, the staff, the parents and community. The Since 2014, Nudgee College has been a Bring Your Own • Rowing • Track and Field (Athletics) holistic education and development of each student Device (BYOD) school, meaning students bring their own remains the key focus of the College. Nudgee College electronic devices for use during all technologically-based offers a rich diversity of educational opportunities – in class activities. The aim of the BYOD program is to improve the classroom and in co-curricular pursuits – as well as in student engagement and communication, enable peer faith development and social justice activities. interaction, and provide a means to extend the place and time of learning that is not restrictive to the classroom. As part of the College’s Social Justice Program, students Visit Us in 2016 take part in various fundraising initiatives throughout It is important students understand that a device is an The College will hold two Open Days. College tours can be the year. During the season of Lent, Nudgee College avenue for learning and discovery, but it cannot replace arranged upon request during school term. Please contact raises money for Caritas Australia’s annual humanitarian their own ability to think critically. the Enrolments ofﬁ ce for further information.

30 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au ET D St Laurence’s College

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A 82 Stephens Rd, South Brisbane QLD 4101 Gender Boys T 07 3010 1111 F 07 3010 1188 Year Range Yr 5 - 12 W www.slc.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,800 students ‘A Catholic School for S Year 7 280 students; 10 classes Boys in the Edmund Rice Principal Mr Ian McDonald Fees 2016 Yr 7 $9,103 Yr 12 $9,387 Enquiries College Registrar Tradition’ Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities St Laurence’s College provides a culture of excellence in St Laurence’s College understands the radical ways • Art • Emergency Services Cadets both academic and co-curricular breadth with a range of technology is changing the modern world. The College • Debating • Music (Various Instrumental/ • Drama Choral Groups) courses and opportunities to ensure success for boys has an overriding commitment to preparing students • AFL • Touch Football with a broad range of interests and abilities. for the globalised society in which they will live and • Athletics • Volleyball work. By enabling students to work in technology-rich • Basketball • Waterpolo The faculties at Lauries provide great expertise to our environments every day, St Laurence’s is helping • Chess • Weightlifting students with outstanding facilities, staff and learning students to develop both the intellectual and • Cricket • Representative Sport environments ensuring a commitment to your son’s interpersonal skills required to communicate, • Cross Country • Service Learning learning in all educational facets at the College. collaborate and thrive in the 21st Century. • Football • Plus so much more • Golf

• Rugby The College conducts a number of international tours All subject areas use a range of digital platforms • Swimming each year to enhance the curriculum and co-curricular to provide opportunities for collaboration, real- • Tennis programs available to all students. Tours are organised world problem solving, skilful communication, to provide a unique educational experience to further the self-regulation and knowledge construction. Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: Yr 11 34 Yr 12 35 culture of learning at the College. We offer: VET Yes Our primary online learning environment International Students Registration CRICOS No: 00972C Our Catholic values, Edmund Rice traditions and liturgical is built on Moodle, and allows students life are rich and relevant throughout the College. 24/7 access to learning resources and activities. It also provides for Representative sports The facilities at St Laurence’s are state-of-the-art and are personalised learning pathways ready to deliver a 21st Century curriculum. Most recent based on students’ wide and unique additions at the College include the new Chapel of St interests and abilities. Our College’s representative sport pathway is through Laurence, ITAD and Vocational Education and Training Metropolitan East School Sport. St Laurence’s College (VET) teaching spaces and workshops and the Science, The connection between academic is a member of the Composite District (13 Years – 18 Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) Building. and personal development is Years) and Mt Gravatt District (10 Years – 12Years) for representative sport. also prioritised. With a number of co-curricular and pastoral projects operating in the online environment, St Laurence’s College also ensures that the use of technology contributes Visit Us in 2016 to the holistic development of students. Further explore our facilities, talk to staff and students and learn more about the subjects, experiences and opportunities available to students at Lauries by attending our Twilight Open Day on Thursday 3 March.

31 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au St Patrick’s College Est. 1952

“We are a community that values our history of more than 60 years of service for young men, whilst also embracing new ideas, opportunities and technologies as we seek to foster men of action.” Mr Chris Mayes

A 60 Park Parade, Shorncliffe, QLD 4017 Gender Boys T 07 3631 9000 F 07 3631 9001 Year Range Yr 5 - 12 W www.stpatricks.qld.edu.au Enrolment 1,350 students ‘Certa Bonum Certamen – S Year 7 200 students; 8 classes Fight the Good Fight’ Principal Mr Chris Mayes Fees 2016 Yr 7 $7,288 Yr 12 $7,288 Enquiries Mrs Stacey Bishop Includes outdoor ed., book hire, Email [email protected] College diary and annual, Instrumental Music (5/6) and laptop. Additional building levy.

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities Educating young men in Years 5 to 12 since 1952, St We know that catering for the 21st century learner is • ERA for Change • Robotics Patrick’s draws its philosophies from our Catholic and central to developing tomorrow’s leaders and innovators. advocacy group • Sport Program • Chess • Instrumental Music Edmund Rice traditions, which teach us that learning Technology is essential to creating a contemporary and • Theatresports Program (25 different should help equip young men with the knowledge, skills relevant learning environment where young men are • Debating instruments) and desire to make a difference in their world. At our motivated and inspired. The College funded 1-2-1 laptop • Film Crew • Range of ensembles, core, we aim to transform the minds and hearts of program allows us to creatively deliver the Australian • Art Club bands and choral groups young men to build a more just, tolerant and inclusive Curriculum, to engage our learners and to focus on each • Public Speaking • Bi-Annual Musical community by educating for liberation and possibility. young man’s individual progress. • Math Club Production • Lego Club We offer contemporary and engaging learning programs Our strategic 1-2-1 program ensures that each that value the unique way boys learn. A diverse range of student is equipped with the device best-suited to sporting and cultural activities and fl exibility in curriculum his developmental needs. Our students are taught to offerings means that each student is able to pursue effectively harness technologies as opposed to purely his pathway of choice. Whether they plan to undertake being taught software applications. As imperative 21st Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 25 tertiary studies or head directly into the workforce, our century skills, elements of critical thinking, problem We offer: VET Yes programs allow each student to work towards achieving solving and creativity are honed through access to an International Students Registration CRICOS No: NA his individual goals. Our young men are taught to be array of digital resources. critical thinkers and problem-solvers. They are actively encouraged to be communicators, collaborators, A completely Wi-Fi enabled campus means ready- Representative sports • Cricket • AFL innovators, globally aware advocates and 21st century access to global resources and engagement in active • Volleyball • Swimming information literate. conversations and group solutions, making the learning • Rugby Union • Golf process much more fl uid and fl exible. Our young men • Football • Rugby League Experienced and motivated teachers have a fi rm focus on are able to explore new digital learning spaces and can • Cross Country academic achievement and globally researched innovative immerse themselves in real-world contexts. Our physical • Tennis teaching programs. A rigorous and stimulating academic classroom designs are geared toward these learning • Basketball environment encourages our students to be independent practices though the use of interactive whiteboards with • Track and Field • Hockey learners. Our entire staff take the responsibility of caring wireless connectivity for group collaborative learning. • Water Polo for young men very seriously, with a comprehensive Teachers are able to see each student’s screen from pastoral care system designed to ensure that every their own Tablet PC, where they provide personalised individual is valued and their unique gifts and abilities instruction and feedback that is targeted, timely and Visit Us in 2016 nurtured. St Patrick’s has a devoted community of continuous. The College partners with parents through Our Open Day is on Tuesday 16 August. Visit our website parents, teachers and students, so your son can emerge the extensive use of College portals, email and a for full details of additional tour mornings – 14 March, as a confi dent, competent, leader of tomorrow. dedicated App. 27 May and 7 October.

32 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au St Thomas More College Est. 1974

“St Thomas More College is a faith learning community where every student is known by name and character.” Mr Peter Elmore

A Cnr Troughton Road and Turton Street, Gender Co-educational Sunnybank QLD 4109 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 T 07 3323 4600 F 07 3344 3598 Enrolment 950 students ‘Live it. Faith. Learn W www.stmc.qld.edu.au Year 7 185 students; 7 classes it. Learning. Love it. S Fees 2016 Yr 7 $4,515 Yr 12 $4,715 Principal Mr Peter Elmore All inclusive Community’ Enquiries Mrs Sharne Davies Email [email protected]

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities St Thomas More College was established in 1974 by lay Each morning students and staff alike walk into the • Drumline • Marching Band & Colourgard staff with the support from the Archbishop, and was the College grounds with a laptop bag over their shoulder; • Frettz Guitar Ensemble • Bill Turner Cup & Trophy • Amore Guitar Ensemble • QLD Schools Cup Volleyball fi rst secondary school administered by Brisbane Catholic evidence of the College 1:1 laptop program. The fi rst bell • Saxophone Ensemble • All Schools Touch Football Education. The College was named after St Thomas More, rings for Pastoral Care class and rolls are marked via a • Concert Band • College Productions/Musicals who upon his execution for treason, reputedly stated, “I laptop or mobile device. With the wireless connectivity • String Ensemble • QISSRL Confraternity Carnival die the King’s loyal servant, but God’s servant fi rst.” The across campus, students power on their laptops ready to • Performance Choir • SECA Sports Competition unique beginnings and namesake laid the foundation for commence classwork. The use of laptops teaches students • Showchoir • Flute/Woodwind Ensemble St Thomas More College as a faith learning community, technological skills that have become second nature in the • Polynesian Choir • Public Speaking Competition with this philosophy embedded as our core mission. 21st century digital world, preparing students for post- • Penny Awards • Debating • QISSN • Peer Support Program secondary school life. Teachers can connect their laptop to • Sewing Club • Becoming MORE Program Faith is lived at the College by all members. Students a digital projector and deliver the curriculum in an engaging, • Math Club • Student Leadership become literate in Catholic and broader Christian interactive and contemporary approach. Students refer to • Homework Club • Readers Cup Challenge traditions through celebrating mass, engaging in a formal digital textbooks which gives them access to the latest retreat program and our religious education curriculum global resources. Electronic whiteboards allow for written Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 38 from Year 7 to 12. The College encourages students to content to be copied and emailed, making sure classwork We offer: VET Yes achieve their best educational outcome and assists in is saved for future reference. Moodle, our Online International Students Registration CRICOS No: 02516M this goal by meeting the learning needs of each student. Learning System, is constantly utilised and updated – Teaching staff deliver the curriculum in a contemporary assessment tasks are uploaded, students check the and engaging manner drawing on the Dimensions of term planner, teachers give feedback on drafts. Representative sports • AFL • Tennis Learning Framework, promoting student’s higher order • Athletics • Touch Football thinking skills and extending the learning experience. Computer labs, installed with Mac computers, give • Basketball • Volleyball The College offers students the opportunity to study students undertaking Media Studies, Graphics, ITD • Cross Country • Rugby League academic and vocational subjects with education and ICT a specialised platform to develop websites, • Netball • Rugby 7s pathways designed for all levels and styles of learning. sketch drawings with computer-aided design programs • Soccer • Indoor Soccer and produce videos. IT Services ensure the College’s • Swimming Community matters at St Thomas More College with wireless connectivity is strong, students’ laptops every student known by name and character. The Pastoral are maintained and emerging software and programs Care Program is embedded into daily school life focusing are adopted. Staff upload letters, permission forms, on student development in resilience, confi dence and calendar items and announcements to the secure online character. Co-curricular sport, art and music incite Parent Portal and the fortnightly newsletter is emailed Visit Us in 2016 students to be fully immersed in College life. The Pastoral guaranteeing parents stay informed. Students leave The College holds Visitors’ Days which include a presentation Care Program and co-curricular experiences foster well- with their laptop ready to complete set exercises and from our Principal and tour of the College facilities. Bookings rounded citizens of Queensland, Australia and the world. assignments at home, checking Moodle as they work. are recommended. Further information is available on the website.

33 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Stuartholme School Est. 1920

“For me Stuartholme reinforced the importance of life-long learning and that school was basically an apprenticeship for life, like a building block of many more things to come.” Mattea Davidson, Class of 2003

A 365 Birdwood Terrace, Toowong Qld 4066 Gender Girls T 07 3369 5466 Year Range Yr 7 - 12 with boarding from Year 5 W www.stuartholme.com Enrolment 700 students ‘To be the best she can be’ S Year 7 120 students; 8 classes Principal Kristen Sharpe Fees 2016 Yr 7 $16,080 Yr 12 $16,080 Enquiries Registrar all inclusive fee (Boarding fees Email [email protected] for Year 7 - 12 are $20,780pa)

What Makes Us Special The Digital Classroom Extra-curricular activities The benefi ts of a Stuartholme School education: Technology leads the way at Stuartholme: • 9 Music Ensembles: • 12 Clubs and Societies: - Celtic Ensemble - Art - Concert Band - Dance Stuartholme School is a Catholic, independent day and Stuartholme uses technology to personalise learning - Flute Ensemble - Debating boarding school for girls in Years 7 to 12. With a focus to meet the student at their level. The 700 students, - Jazz Band - District Readers’ Cup on the individual, Stuartholme provides an education including 140 Boarders, have their own tablet PCs, - Joigny String Orchestra - Drama that stimulates creative learning and leadership. As which are connected to the School’s information - Joigny Voices - Enrichment Programmes a progressive international Sacred Heart School, systems, providing access to the latest resources - Percussion Ensemble - Justice, Peace and the Stuartholme is committed to educating the whole person. 24/7. The School’s progressive curriculum is supported - Stuartholme on Stage Integrity of Creation (JPIC) The rigorous academic programme together with a by student mapping technology, an invaluable tool - Voce Harmonies - Languages • 14 Sports - Liturgy supportive learning environment fosters the development that provides a real-time overview of how a student is - Multi-cultural of confi dent and resilient young women who are ready for performing. The ultimate goal of student mapping is for - Public Speaking life after school. Stuartholme’s highly qualifi ed, talented teachers to create an individual learning plan for each - Technologies and creative teachers and specialist staff are experts student. This then provides the resources to either in their fi elds and challenge their students to become support or extend, and challenge students to optimise Number of Year 12 QCE Subjects offered: 25 independent, critical thinkers, arming them with the pathways for their future learning. We offer: VET Yes confi dence to actively engage in their learning. International Students Registration CRICOS No: 00524E The traditional architecture of Stuartholme School belies In the classroom students are kept engaged through a modern 21st Century education which incorporates dynamic teaching strategies and vibrant learning an advanced online learning system for each student. Representative sports • Athletics • Volleyball environments. Stuartholme is committed to inclusive The School’s online learning system and communication • Basketball • Tennis education and best practice principles of teaching portal is accessible by parents, who can review their • Cross Country • Swimming and learning, with opportunities for students to strive daughter’s progress in real time. Academic results are • Indoor Cricket • Soccer for personal excellence. Enrichment and extension is uploaded onto their daughter’s report, allowing parents • Equestrian available through curriculum differentiation, subject to monitor their daughter’s progress throughout the year, • Hockey offerings, competitions and special programmes. and not just when reports are issued. Parents can readily • Netball see the trends or changes at the same time as their • Rowing • Touch Football Away from the classroom students are encouraged to daughter and her teachers, which assists in the dialogue • Water polo explore opportunities that enrich their schooling. The between parent and teacher. range of co-curricula activities allow each girl to build her self-confi dence and develop her talents and interests. The philosophy behind this use of technology lies in Visit Us in 2016 Built at the base of Mt Coot-tha, Stuartholme is only the fundamental pedagogy of the School, to provide Come to our Open Day on Saturday 21 May or experience 6kms from Brisbane’s CBD, yet provides the girls with a customised learning for each student that will equip them Stuartholme during one of our monthly Action Tours. For more quiet, safe environment where they can live and learn. for a love of life-long learning. information, please visit our website.

34 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Technology in Schools: How Mobile Changes the Classroom by Mark McDonald

obile technology is changing The impact is huge, reaching way Personalisation can learn about the solar system M the world. Arguably, the beyond the borders of individual Our education system was built on a and how it works by physically introduction of smart devices and countries. There are nearly a billion premise that our brains are static. In engaging with the objects within. app ecosystems represents the illiterate people in the world, 250 reality, our brains are plastic and get major technology revolution of million of which are children. In other developed just like our muscle (see The potential is limitless. our decade. Likewise, it’s one of words, 250 million minds are going neuroplasticity – every parent should Visualisation students get involved, the main drivers of the current to waste. Technology today, is on the read The Woman Who Changed do things otherwise impossible and information revolution that’s track to empower everyone to learn Her Brain). Asking all students to see information from a completely changing entire industries and the skills like basic reading, writing and progress at the same pace can new perspective. Instead, of looking world itself. arithmetic. create situations where you try to lift at pictures of the brain, imagine twice as much as your body allows traveling through it, seeing how it Education, although often slow Gamifi cation of Learning you and never progress in the long works. moving, political and bureaucratic, As every teacher knows, keeping term because you’ll never move the is undergoing a major change too, students engaged is an incredible weight. More importantly, right now we’re ark McDonald is the Co-CEO and Co- and it’s not surprising. The current challenge. In the US alone, 1.2 entering an era of cheap VR M founder at Appster. Appster is the education system needs to step million students fail to graduate Right now, most technologies technology, with cheapest headsets fastest growing app/software development up, reinvent itself and adapt to the high school each year. Students that attempt to personalise costing tens of dollars. If the trend fi rm in Australia with over 260 employees. extraordinary technological changes who are not doing well are not learning revolve around tailoring or continues, and likely it will, soon it Over the last 36 months, it has grown from a that are occurring. And with all these lazy or incompetent; rather they’re personalising the reading of texts to will become widely accessible to two-person startup to offi ces in San Francisco, possibilities, it’s time we redesign the disengaged and bored. students of different abilities. But, education institutions changing the Melbourne and Guragon. entire system and prepare our children in the coming future, personalisation face of classrooms. for life in a rapidly evolving world. At the same time, as a planet, we will include activities that provide In Mark’s own words, spend three billion hours a week students with a richer and more That won’t happen overnight, yet playing digital games. Obviously, meaningful educational experience. “Our mission and vision are simple: ‘Challenge here are some of the trends that games are engaging by design. Assumptions. Disrupt the Status Quo. Build slowly, but surely, are changing the No other industry understands Many universities offer both online Things That Change The World’. Appster classroom. engagement and even addictiveness and offl ine education to allow was built to execute ideas. We partner with better than game industry. students to adjust. This makes entrepreneurs and innovative enterprise to Democratisation of Education sense as we all have different build incredible things. We want to be known It’s fair to say that thanks to To translate that knowledge into biorhythms, and similar approaches globally as the execution partner to millions the internet, the entire world’s education can be a major game- have been proven to work in the of game-changing entrepreneurs across knowledge is available to ‘anyone changer. According to MIT, “Game corporate world. many technologies. What Henry Ford did to anytime’. Even more so with the players regularly exhibit persistence, Cars, and Rockefeller did to oil, we want to progress of translation services risk-taking, attention to detail, Virtual Reality do for executing disruptive ideas. In other burning the communication barriers. and problem-solving, all behaviors When we hear virtual reality (VR), words: Create the world’s fi rst truly global idea that ideally would be regularly most of us automatically think of company.” Applications and services, like demonstrated in school.” games and entertainment. While the Duolingo, Lynda, Coursera, Udemy, roots of VR are rooted in gaming, Khan Academy and others, take A great example is Duolingo. The thanks to technological advances, all this access to knowledge and language learning app allows such as Oculus Rift, a virtual reality make it usable for everyone. That teachers to monitor the progress headset, its potential is being means, schools no longer have to of their class while students can realised across multiple industries. rely on outdated textbooks, but can create leaderboards, compete with deliver the best education pretty classmates, win badges and learn VR is also highly engaging by design. much in real time. Naturally, this in a gamifi ed way. Studies show As engagement is the key factor changes the role of the teacher, and that learning languages this way in classroom learning, VR shows a likewise, solves a problem of teacher can rapidly accelerate the learning potential to take it to the next level. shortages. process. For example, astronomy students

35 Catholic Schools Guide 2016 - The Digital Classroom www.catholicschoolsguide.com.au Preparing Digital Natives to Teach in a World of Technological Innovation, Uncertainty and Complexity by Miriam Tanti

he term ‘digital natives’ is often and students within the Faculty of Create Flexible Learning safely fi nd advice, give advice, fi nd T used to describe the younger Education and Arts, for example, One of our approaches is to employ great links, share their work and generation that has grown up with strive to exemplify this mission in all blended learning, which involves engage in general discussions about modern technology. This term, along aspects of their daily lives, and this providing online support for all taught education. with several other popular phrases, includes technology use. subjects using a variety of web 2.0 such as ‘the Net generation’ and tools. This use of technology has Enhance Student Learning ‘Generation M (media)/(multitasker)’ Providing education focused on meant that current teaching modes Staff at the university utilise a has been widely used to differentiate the whole person, beyond just give students greater fl exibility, range of technological resources the younger generation from parents discipline-specifi c knowledge and and move teaching and learning to enable them to teach in new and teachers. Growing up with digital skills, fosters the change of mind beyond the campus and classroom and different ways. Technology technology, the internet, social required in students to ensure walls. The use of online support, helps create teaching and learning media, game consoles and iDevices, they develop a critical mindset discussion forums, refl ective blogs experiences that are innovative, and having been an integral part that encompasses morals, care and ePortfolios provide learning exciting, challenging, rewarding iriam Tanti is a Lecturer in Educational of the Labor government’s Digital and responsibility, and upon which opportunities that are increasingly and meet the individual needs of Studies and Information and Education Revolution laptop rollout, change towards adaptability and open, transparent and collaborative. each student. Some examples of M Communication Technology at ACU. Miriam’s digital natives are considered to be uncertainty depends. While digital In addition, there are a number of innovative practices using technology academic experience over the past ten years much more comfortable with digital literacy is no doubt important, subjects that are offered online which include the integration of augmented has been focused on ICT-rich pedagogy in technology than previous generations. preparing graduates for the future means that our students can learn reality experiences, technological policy, school curriculum and higher education. is predominantly about cultivating anywhere, at any time. ‘maker spaces’, blogging, vodcasts, She has experience as a program coordinator It is important that teaching staff a critical, open and ethical mindset podcasts, lego robotics and a range and unit convenor, encompassing curriculum recognise that digital natives that can be applied to all future Establish Strong Communities of iPad apps. and methodology units, and professional use technology differently, learn challenges and opportunities, ACU has developed strong experience (practicum) units. differently from their parents whether technology-derived or not. relationships with schools, industry Through the integration of and teachers, and therefore, partners, and key educational technology, we support our students’ Miriam has been involved with developing the acknowledge that our teaching Use Technology to Cultivate a stakeholders which ensure that development of critical thinking Australian Digital Technologies Curriculum as practices must also be different. Critical Mindset everything our graduates learn is skills, their ability to question a consultant for ACARA, and has also been One of the key roles of our Faculty current and relevant to the teaching and evaluate, problem solve, a member of the examination committee Preparing digital natives to teach is to prepare future teachers profession. While students at the look at the big picture and ask for BOSTES. Miriam has just submitted her their future students in a world of with the skills, knowledge and university undertake several in-school the big questions, look at theory doctoral thesis. Her doctoral research is technological innovation understanding to effectively integrate placements, fostering relationships and how it relates to practice, be centred on ICT-rich education with a focus on At ACU, we place the whole student digital technologies into teaching with schools in Australia (and beyond), open to different viewpoints and developing a ‘Slow Framework’, that presents at the centre of all educational to support learning and enhance the relationship-building process perspectives, and refl ect on their a vision for ICT-rich learning over the long-term. practice, ensuring that “our student outcomes. Therefore, begins well before they step foot in own work and how to improve it. She has presented international conference graduates will be skilled in their there is a critical need for teacher the classroom. ACU students use papers and published several journal articles chosen fi elds, ethical in their educators to model innovative social media in a constructive way to There is little doubt that technology related to this research. behaviour, with a developed critical teaching practices and effectively establish and develop strong virtual integration in the Faculty of Education habit of mind, an appreciation of the integrate technology into all courses. connections with other teachers, and Arts at ACU provides our sacred in life and a commitment to Teaching staff are encouraged schools, peers, teaching staff, students with a special educational serving the common good.” and supported through organised alumni, subject-relevant associations experience that builds their capacity With some of the negative issues professional development, teaching and educational leaders. These to become dynamic educators, ethical that accompany technology use, showcase events, and one-to-one connections help establish a strong in their behaviour, and with the critical such as online bullying, identity theft, mentoring to enable them to use sense of community, both on campus habit of mind necessary to thrive in a etc., it may be diffi cult to imagine technology to create fl exible learning and within the education profession. complex world. an educational environment that to suit students, establish strong This virtual community also provides uses technology to ensure that communities and enhance student students with important personalised For more information please visit http://www.acu.edu.au/455259 for news of the mission is met. However, staff learning. learning networks, where they can these and other exciting developments.

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