CO-CURRICULAR HANDBOOK 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES PROGRAMME Swimming Club 22 Tennis 23 Arts and Cultural Activities 2 Touch Football 24 Sporting Activities 2 Volleyball 25 Tours 2 Water Polo 25 Clubs/Groups/Programmes 3 Training/Practice/Rehearsal 3 TOURS AND EXCHANGES Private Tuition Programme 3 Case Space Schools International Study Programme 26 ARTS AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES Drama and Dance Tour 26 Chamber Choir 4 France or other French Speaking Countries 27 College Chorale 4 International Exchanges 28 College Orchestra 4 Japan Tour 28 College Strings 4 Japanese Short Term Homestay Programme 29 Concert Band 5 Music Tour 29 Guitar Ensembles 5 New Zealand Ski Trip 29 Percussion Ensembles 5 Primary Choir 5 CLUBS/GROUPS/PROGRAMMES Rock Bands 6 Amnesty International 30 Stage Bands 6 Australian Kids Literature Quiz Competition 30 String Ensemble 6 Debating 30 Chamber Strings 6 Duke of Edinburgh 31 Training Choir 7 Enviro Club 31 Vocal Point 7 Future Problem Solving 32 Wind Ensemble 7 Hearts and Minds Committee 32 Dance Troupe (Junior) 8 ICT/Audio Visual Support 33 Dance Troupe (Primary) 8 Leo Service Club 33 Dance Troupe (Secondary) 9 Mooting 33 Drama 9 Pen to Paper 34 Highland Dancing 9 Public Speaking 34 Musical Theatre 10 Readers Cup 34 Rebel Art Collective 10 Robotic Club 35 Senior Sewing Club 35 SPORTING ACTIVITIES Stich and Stir Club 35 Aerobics 11 SCIENCE CLUBS Athletics 11 ConocoPhillips Science Experience 36 Badminton 12 CASE Space School NASA Expedition 36 Basketball 13 National Youth Science Forum 36 Cricket 14 The Phasmid Care Unit 36 Cross Country 15 UQ Science Ambassador 37 Equestrian 15 UQ Sunflower Growing Competition 37 Football/Soccer 16 Gymnastics - Artistic 17 PRIVATE TUITION Gymnastics - Rhythmic 17 Dance 33 Hockey QGSSSA 18 Drama Group 38 Hockey Club 18 MBC Club Gymnastics - Artistic 39 Mountain Biking 19 MBC Club Gymnastics - Rhythmic 39 Netball 19 Music 40 Netball Club 20 Speech and Communication 41 Sailing 20 Learn to Swim 41 Softball 21 Swimming 22
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Moreton Bay College believes in a balanced educational experience. All girls are encouraged to participate in our co-curricular programme which provide areas of opportunity in a wide range of activities that include sporting, cultural, and science. Through these activities, each student has the opportunity to reveal her unique potential; spiritually, socially, physically and culturally. Excellent facilities and highly accredited facilitators maximise the girls’ opportunities for success and personal growth.
ARTS AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES Moreton Bay College is proud of the breadth and depth of its Arts and Cultural programme. Participation in these activities contributes to the development of the whole person and promotes lifelong learning through engagement with the Arts and other Cultural spheres. Within the Arts and Cultural programme, the following activities are representative of the range that is offered: Rebel Art Collective, Dance troupes, and a variety of Music Ensembles, Theatrical Productions and Musicals. Rehearsal timetable for Music Ensembles will be released prior to 2021 commencement.
SPORTING ACTIVITIES Many sports are offered at Moreton Bay College across all four terms of the school year. Some sports commence and finish within the same term, others commence training in one term and culminate with competitions in the next term, while some sports are all year long. Moreton Bay College is a member of the Queensland Girls’ Secondary Schools Sports Association (QGSSSA) and the Andrews Cup Association. The majority of sporting competitions are conducted by these Associations, while others are operated by a range of Sports Associations and State Sporting Organisations. The College is also a member of the Metropolitan East District Schools Association, which provides opportunities for students to be selected in Regional and State teams for some sports. Several sports, including swimming, may conduct live-in camps during their pre-season preparation and are only available to students in Years 6-12. These camps are usually held in the holidays or over a weekend. Participation in these camps is not compulsory for selection into teams; however, girls who attend receive enormous benefits from this intensive period of coaching. Camps are also a lot of fun with many recreational activities organised between training sessions. Several sports are assisted by a Parent Support Group which operates under the umbrella of the MBC Parents and Friends’ Association (P&F). These Support Groups assist in a wide variety of ways, including catering, fund-raising, results recording, equipment transport and general assistance on competition days. Regular meetings are held by each sporting Support Group, and help is always welcomed. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Support Group representative listed for each sport. If you require further information about any sport, please contact the Director of Sport, Mrs Sue Pavish, on 3390 8555.
TOURS The Tours programme offered by the College enables students to experience a cultural exchange through international travel or to host a student from Japan or France. The benefits of participation in this programme are many, including broadening students’ consideration and understanding of others, personally and culturally, and the development of tolerance and resilience in meeting the challenges of a new situation.
CO-CURRICULAR HANDBOOK 2021 - CRICOS: 03771K 2 CLUBS/GROUPS AND PROGRAMMES Clubs and Groups at MBC extend the range of co-curricular activities available to students. Areas as diverse as Service Learning, Robotics, Debating, Public Speaking, Mooting and academic extension provide opportunities for students to engage with others across year levels in various interest areas.
TRAINING/PRACTICE/REHEARSAL With the privileges of the co-curricular offerings come corresponding responsibilities. Students are expected to be punctual to all training and rehearsals/practice sessions and are to wear appropriate uniforms and, at all times, footwear. Secondary students may arrive and depart from the College in their sports uniform if they are transported directly by car and are arriving before 7.30am or departing after 4.30pm. In all other circumstances, students must arrive and depart in their full uniform. Students must observe a high standard of personal behaviour and dress at all times.
PRIVATE TUITION PROGRAMME In addition to the College co-curricular programme, private tuition programmes provide participating students with a further opportunity to develop skills and expertise in the cultural and sporting arena.
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CHAMBER CHOIR Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to the Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information Entry by audition
COLLEGE CHORALE Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Open Years 7-12
COLLEGE ORCHESTRA Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Entry by audition
COLLEGE STRINGS Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Entry by audition
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CONCERT BAND Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected]
GUITAR ENSEMBLES Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBBC Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Entry by audition. Classical and Contemporary Ensembles available.
PERCUSSION ENSEMBLES Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Entry by audition
PRIMARY CHOIR Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Open Years 3 - 6
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ROCK BANDS Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC/MBBC Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Years 5 - 12, entry by audition
STAGE BANDS Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Entry by audition
STRING ENSEMBLE Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Entry by audition
CHAMBER STRINGS Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Entry by audition
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TRAINING CHOIR Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Primary Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Open Year 1 - 2
VOCAL POINT Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Entry by audition
WIND ENSEMBLE Season: Terms 1 - 4 Rehearsal Venue: MBC Music Centre Day(s)/Time: Please refer to Music Handbook Uniform: College formal uniform Contact: Kelly Leaver - Music Administration Officer - 3907 5710 [email protected] Other Information: Entry by audition
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DANCE TROUPE (JUNIOR) Season: Terms 1 - 4 Description: The Junior Dance Troupe is a Dance Performance Group which competes in Eisteddfods and performs at other College events. Auditions: Students from Years 7 - 9 audition in an open audition across a range of styles, including contemporary and jazz. Performance Dates: Brisbane Eisteddfod - May Gold Coast Eisteddfod - August Performing and Spoken Arts Awards Evening - October Dance Showcase - October Venue: PR Room Rehearsals: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6.40am - 8.00am including lunch time rehearsals as required. Coordinator: Mrs Hannah Bliss - Dance Teacher - 3390 8555 [email protected]
DANCE TROUPE (PRIMARY) Season: Terms 1 - 4 Description: The Primary Dance Troupe is a Dance Performance Group which competes in Eisteddfods and/or other ensemble performances at College events. Auditions: Students from Years 3 - 6 audition across a range of styles, including contemporary, lyrical and jazz Performance Dates: Brisbane Eisteddfod - May Dance Showcase - October College Assembly Venue: Dance Studio and Performance Room Rehearsals: Wednesday 6.50am - 8.00am Coordinator: Ms Kate FItzgerald - Director of Dance and Drama Co-Curricular Performance - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
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DANCE TROUPE (SECONDARY) Season: Terms 1 - 4 Description: The Primary Dance Troupe is a Dance Performance Group which competes in Eisteddfods and/or other ensemble performances at College events. Auditions: Students from Years 10 - 12 audition in an open audition across a range of styles, including contemporary, lyrical, hip hop and jazz. Performance Dates: Brisbane Eisteddfod - May Dancelife Unite - July Gold Coast Eisteddfod - August Performing and Spoken Arts Awards Evening - October Dance Showcase - October Venue: Dance Studio Rehearsals: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6.40am - 8.00am, including lunch time rehearsals as required. Coordinator: Ms Kate FItzgerald - Director of Dance and Drama Co-Curricular Performance - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
DRAMA Held: Terms 3 and 4 Performances: An Evening of Plays, Book Week Eligibility: Entry is by audition, students are required to read dialogue and participate in a group team building activity. Students studying Drama are invited to audition. Secondary students are invited to audition. Dates and Times: Dates are negotiated with the Director of each play. Coordinator: Ms Kate FItzgerald - Director of Dance and Drama Co-Curricular Performance - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: Several plays may be produced dependent on interest level and availability of staff.
HIGHLAND DANCING Season: Terms 1 - 4 Eligibility: Years 3 - 12 Venue: Winchester Centre Day(s)/Time: Beginning students - Tuesday 7.30am - 8.15am Experienced dancers - Wednesday 7.30am - 8.15am and Friday 7.30am - 8.15am Uniform: Sports uniform and dancing shoes for training. Pleated tartan skirt, white shirt (winter uniform), or white blouse, school socks, dancing shoes, and sash (supplied) used for displays and performances. Kilts supplied when necessary. Coordinator: Mrs Tracey Heazlett - 3249 9360 - [email protected]
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MUSICAL THEATRE Held: Every second year (2021) Cost: Costume and travel levy Elligibility: Entry is by audition, students are required to sing and dance. Call back auditions will also require students to read dialogue. All Secondary students are invited to audition.
Dates and Times: Mondays and Wednesdays 3.30pm - 5.30pm (Term 1). Four Saturdays throughout Term 1 and Term 2. Weekend and evening rehearsals in production week. Performance in Term 2. Coordinator: Ms Kate FItzgerald - Director of Dance and Drama Co-Curricular Performance - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: This production aims to provide students with an opportunity to perform in a full scale theatre performance. Engagement in this process informs their classroom study in Drama, Dance and Music and enhances their understanding of the processes involved in producing a theatre piece.
REBEL ART COLLECTIVE Season: Terms 1 - 4 Groups: Years 7 - 12 Day(s)/Time: Meets biweekly on Wednesday after school Coordinator: Miss Brooke White - Art Teacher - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: The Rebel Art Collective (RAC) embodies the spirit of the rebel girl and focuses on community-based art projects. These projects depend on student interest in any given year. As RAC members, students may be involved in a variety of Art activities. Activities may include but are not limited to: · Exhibitions and Art competitions. · Fund raising events such as Art auctions. · Community Art such as murals. · General displays of artworks in and around the College. · Hanging the annual student exhibition Greene-ware. · Other specific supporting roles in theGreene-ware exhibition such as assisting in the preparation of artwork for display, acting as a hostess, promotions officer, graphic artist, framer or construction assistant. · Presenting on assembly promoting art events. · Creating posters and advertising materials for art events. · Welcoming and thanking artists who visit the College. · General helping in the Art room. · Lunch time use of the Art rooms when open.
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AEROBICS Offered to students in Primary and Secondary Season: Terms 1 - 4 Training Venue: Aerobics Room, Waller Centre Teams: Offered to students in Primary and Secondary Competitions: Mainly in Terms 2 and 3 Competition Venues: Throughout South East Queensland Uniform: Training - bike pants and sports shirt or Gymnastics training uniform Competition - MBC leotard and College tracksuit Coordinator: Mrs Nikki Robbins - [email protected]
ATHLETICS PRIMARY Season: Terms 2 - 4 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Ovals. Sessions generally held before and after school. Teams: Offered to students 8 - 12 years of age Events: Sprints, Middle Distance, High Jump, Long Jump, Discus, Shot-put, Relays Competition: Warm-up meets held in the lead up to Andrews Cup, at The University of Queensland, St Lucia. Andrews Cup Competition: QSAC in Term 3 Uniform: Athletics singlet, maroon bike pants/shorts, bucket hat/pink visor, tracksuit. Coordinator: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected] SECONDARY Season: Terms 2 - 4 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Ovals. Sessions generally held before and after school. Teams: Offered to students in Years 7 - 12 Events: Sprints, Middle Distance, Hurdles, High Jump, Long Jump, Triple Jump, Discus, Shot-put, Javelin, Relays Competition: Warm-up competitions are held on Friday evenings 4.00pm - 7.30pm in Term 3 at The University of Queensland, St Lucia or Sheldon College QGSSSA Competition: QSAC Week 10 Term 3.
Uniform: Athletics singlet or maroon crop top, maroon bike pants/shorts, pink visor, tracksuit. Coordinator: Mrs Sue Pavish - 3390 8555 or 0411 420 482 - [email protected]
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BADMINTON Offered to students in Years 7 - 12 Season: Term 4 (Term 3: trials and commence training) Training Venue: Waller Centre or Leita Boswell Hall, either before school, or after school. Teams: Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Senior (Years 11 and 12), Open. Several teams are offered in each category, except Open. Exact numbers of teams depends upon demand, coaching resources, vacancies in the draw. Competition: QGSSSA Competition: Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School, Centenary State High School, Jindalee, Brisbane State High School Uniform: Sports shirt and maroon shorts/bike pants Coordinator: Mr Rodney Anderson - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
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BASKETBALL PRIMARY Season: Term 4 (Training starts Term 3) Training Venue: Waller Centre, Leita Boswell Hall, Outdoor Court - MBC Two sessions per week. Session times are arranged in consultation with coaches and coordinators. Teams: Offered to students in Years 4-6. Teams A, B, C & D Competition: Andrews Cup Competition: Carnival held in Term 4 Uniform: Basketball singlet and shorts which are hired through sports department. Students will require the sports shirt to be worn over the singlet for travelling. Coordinator: Mrs Kristy Goodrick - 3390 8555 - [email protected] SECONDARY Season: Terms 1 and 2 Training commences at the beginning of Term 1. Cost: Uniform Hire Training Venue: Waller Centre, Leita Boswell Hall, Outdoor Court - MBC Two sessions per week. Session times are arranged in consultation with coaches and coordinators. Teams: Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, and Year 10 are offered two teams each. For Years 11 and 12, teams are offered (one - two Senior and one Open). Competition: QGSSSA Competition is held on Friday afternoon/evenings in Terms 1 and 2. Venues vary depending upon host school. Home games are played in the Waller Centre, Leita Boswell Hall and on the outdoor court at MBC and the Sports Hall at MBBC. Queensland Champion Schools Competition - One Open and one Junior team only. Held end of Term 3 at external venue over four days including Saturday and Sunday. Uniform: Basketball singlet and shorts which are hired through sports department. Students will require the gold sports shirt and tracksuit for travelling. Coordinator: Miss Carly Valente - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
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CRICKET PRIMARY Season: Term 4 (Training starts term 3) Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Ovals, cricket nets and wicket Teams: Offered to students in Years 4-6. Teams (to be confirmed) Competition: Andrews Cup Competition Uniform: Sports uniform - Gold competition shirt, maroon shorts, white socks
Coordinator: Mrs Tracy Boyd - 3390 8555 - [email protected] SECONDARY Season: Term 4 training and Term 1 competition Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Ovals, cricket nets and wicket Teams: Open, Division 1 and Division 2. Exact numbers of teams depends upon demand, and ability of players. Competition: QGSSSA Competition: Home and away venues on Wednesday afternoons 4.00pm - 6.00pm
Uniform: Open – White QG competition shirt and white long pants. Division 1 and 2 - Sports shirt and maroon shorts. Coordinator: Ms Lisa Thompson - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
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CROSS COUNTRY PRIMARY Season: Terms 1 - 2 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Ovals Teams: Offered to students 8 -12 years of age Competition: Several warm-up meets are held prior to the Andrews Cup Championships at various locations around Brisbane. Andrews Cup Competition: to be confirmed Uniform: Athletics singlet, maroon bike pants/shorts, tracksuit and sports shirt. Coordinators: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected] SECONDARY Season: Terms 1 - 2 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Ovals Teams: Offered to students in Years 7 - 12 Competition: Several warm-up meets are held prior to the QGSSSA Championships at various locations around Brisbane. QGSSSA Competition: Rivermount College, Rivermount in Term 2 Uniform: Athletics singlet or maroon crop top, maroon bike pants/shorts, pink visor, tracksuit. Coordinators: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected]
EQUESTRIAN Offered to students in Years 1 - 12 Season: Terms 1 - 4 Cost: Annual levy of $200 plus individual nomination fees and Membership to Equestrian Queensland Events: Dressage, Show Jumping, Showhorse and Showman, Combined Training and Eventing Competition Venue: Various venues throughout Brisbane and QLD, as well as Interstate Uniform: Equestrian uniform for rider and horse Coordinator: Mrs Shonel Balsillie - [email protected]
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FOOTBALL/SOCCER PRIMARY Season: Term 2 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Oval Teams: Offered to students in Years 4-6. Teams (to be confirmed) Competition: Andrews Cup Carnival One day competition end of Term 2. Uniform: Gold competition numbered shirt, maroon shorts, Gold long socks, soccer boots/sandshoes and tracksuit for travelling. Shin pads are compulsory. Coordinator: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected] SECONDARY Season: Terms 1 - 2 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Oval Teams: Junior (Years 7 and 8), Intermediate Years (9 and 10) Senior (Years 11 and 12), Open Competition: QGSSSA - played on a Friday afternoon Terms 1 and 2, Venues depend upon host school. Home games are played at MBC and MBBC Uniform: Open Competition Soccer shirt which is available for hire through the school, maroon shorts, tracksuit, long gold socks, soccer boots. Shin pads are compulsory. Coordinator: Mrs Kate Griffin - 3390 8555 [email protected]
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GYMNASTICS - ARTISTIC PRIMARY Season: Terms 3 - 4 Training Venue: Waller Centre Teams: Offered to students in Years 2 – 6. Teams A, B, C and D Grades Competition: Andrews Cup Competition: to be confirmed Uniform: Training uniform: Sports shirt and bike pants/leggings or leotard Competition uniform: MBC leotard and College tracksuit. Coordinator: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected] SECONDARY Season: Term 1 Training Venue: Waller Centre Teams: Year 7, Year 8, A, B, C and D Grades and Open Competitions: Training commences at the beginning of Term 1. The QGSSSA competition is held at end of Term 1. QGSSSA Competition Venue: Clayfield College Uniform: Training uniform: Gold competition shirt and bike pants/leggings or leotard Competition uniform: MBC leotard and College tracksuit. Coordinator: Mrs Cath Rodmell - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
GYMNASTICS - RHYTHMIC Offered to students in Years 7 - 12 Season: Terms 2 - 3 Training Venue: Leita Boswell Hall Teams: Year 7 and 8, A and B Grade, Open Pairs and Open Group Competition Venue: QGSSSA - Moreton Bay College Uniform: Training uniform: Sports shirt and bike pants/leggings or leotard Competition uniform: College leotard and College tracksuit Coordinator: Mrs Cath Rodmell - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
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HOCKEY - QGSSSA SECONDARY Season: Term 2 Training, Term 3 - The QGSSSA competitions are held every Saturday morning in Term 3. (Some games may be played mid-week) Training Venues: OPEN - Easts Tiger Turf, Zahel Street, Carina All other Teams - MBC ovals Times: 1 or 2 sessions per week. Session times are arranged in consultation with coaches and coordinators. Teams: Junior A and B (Years 7, 8, 9,) Intermediate (Years 10, 11 and 12), Open Competition: QGSSSA competition is held on every Saturday morning in Term 3. These vary depending upon the host school. Home games are played at Moreton Bay College. Some games may be played at the State Hockey Centre, Colmslie. Uniform: Gold Competition shirt, maroon shorts, maroon bike pants, long gold socks, soft pink visor (tracksuit). Open team play in a lycra uniform which is hired from the Uniform Shop. Visor or soft brim hat, Mouthguards and shin pads are compulsory for training and games. Other Information: Students will be required to provide morning tea at one home match. Own transport for most away games. Coordinator: Mrs Angie Lambert - QG Hockey Coordinator - [email protected] Miss Jenna Luiten - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
HOCKEY - CLUB Season: Term 1 - 3 (training starts in early February) Cost: Fee to cover BWHA affiliation fee and trophy, photo, break-up, umpires, equipment. Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Oval Teams: Offered to students aged 5-12 years. U7, U9, U11 and U13 divisions, depending on numbers. Competition Venue: Downey Park, Windsor Racey Park, Herston U13T – Turf venues across Brisbane Uniform: Training: Sports uniform, gold socks. Fixtures: maroon, pink and white lycra skirt and shirt hired from the Uniform Shop, pink long socks, pink soft visor (tracksuit). Visor or soft brim hat, mouthguard and shin pads are compulsory Coordinator: Mrs Angie Lambert - QG Hockey Coordinator - [email protected]
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MOUNTAIN BIKING Season: Training – Terms 1-4 Cost: To be confirmed Additional entry fees if the student chooses to ride in competitive events. Training Venue: Times: Sessions take place after school from Monday to Thursday - depending on age and ability.. Times to be confirmed. Venue: Moreton Bay Boys College Teams: Offered to students in Years 5-12 Competition Venue: Events – Terms 2 and 3 Uniform: Training: Sports shirt and maroon shorts/bike pants Events: MBBC mountain bike jersey and cycling knicks Coordinator: Ms Cerene Hughes - 3906 9444 - [email protected]
NETBALL PRIMARY Season: Terms 2 - 3 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Courts Teams: Offered to students in Year 5 - Open A, B, C and Social, Junior A, Junior Social Andrews Cup Competition: Held at Toowoomba on a weekday towards the end of Term 3
Uniform: Gold competition shirt and Netball dress, bike pants, tracksuit, white socks, soft pink visor. Coordinator: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected] SECONDARY Season: Terms 2 - 3 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Courts Teams: Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Senior (Years 11 and 12) and Open Several teams are offered in each category, except Open. Exact number of teams depends upon demand and coaching resources. There are usually three teams in each category. Competition Venues: QGSSSA competition is held every Saturday morning in Term 3. These vary depending upon host school. Home games are played at Moreton Bay College in the Leita Boswell Hall and outdoor courts. Other Information: Students will be required to provide morning tea at one home match. Own transport for most away games. Elite competition may include Vicki Wilson Cup Shield and Hi Energy Tournament Uniform: Gold competition shirt and Netball dress, bike pants, tracksuit, white socks, soft pink visor. The Open team plays in a maroon netball dress. Coordinators: Mrs Amanda Sheaffe - [email protected]
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NETBALL CLUB Season: Terms 2 - 3 Cost: approximately $260.00 (Metro fee) Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Courts Teams: Offered to students in Years 2-7. Aged 8 – 12 years Competition: Held at MDNA, Coorparoo each Saturday morning from March to August. Uniform: Gold Netball dress
Coordinators: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected]
SAILING Season: Term 1 and Term 4. (Term 2 and 3 for selected Sailors competing in higher level regattas). Pre-requisite: Start Sailing 1 and 2 or Tackers 1 and 2 completed through an authorised training centre to be completed prior to joining MBC Sailing Team. Cost: Membership of a Yacht Club (for Australian Sailing Membership) and fee of $275 per term Training Venue: Royal Qld Yacht Squadron - The Esplanade, Manly Teams: Offered to students in Years 7 - 12, (Year 6 in Term 4 only) in conjunction with Moreton Bay Boys’ College Competition: Fleet and Team Racing (Pacers) Uniform: MBC rash shirt, sailing shorts or wetsuit, cap, PFD Type 2 lifejacket, sailing gloves (optional), enclosed shoes. Coordinator: Nikki McGregor - 3249 9393 - [email protected]
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SOFTBALL Season: Term 1 - Years 10, 11 and 12 (Senior) and Open Term 4 - Years 7, 8 and 9 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Ovals Teams: Junior Competition: Year 7, Year 8, Year 9 Senior Competition: Senior Years 10 - 12 and Open Competition: QGSSSA competition for Senior teams Saturday mornings Term 1. QGSSSA competition for Junior teams 4 weekdays Term 4. Competition Venue: Downey Park, Green Terrace, Windsor Uniform: Gold competition, maroon HPE shorts with white writing, long gold socks and maroon or pink cap. Open team shirt is hired and tailored shorts need to be purchased from the Uniform Shop. Secondary teams can wear sliders/bike pants under the maroon shorts, and it is suggested knee guards and mouth guards be worn. Coordinator: Kelli Rodman - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
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SWIMMING PRIMARY Season: Terms 1 Training Venue: John Mason Pool, MBC Training: Friday 6.30 - 7.30am (compulsory) Teams: Offered to students 8 – 12 years of age Competition: Andrews Cup Competition, Schools with Pools. Term 1. Several warm-up meets are held prior to the Andrews Cup Competition Andrews Cup Competition: Chandler in Term 1 Uniform: Maroon and pink swimming school togs. Cap provided.
Coordinator: Mrs Jan Craig - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
SECONDARY Season: Term 1 Training Venue: John Mason Pool, MBC Training: Monday and Wednesday 3.30pm-4.30pm (1 of these - compulsory) Tuesday and Thursday 5.30am -7.30am (Dryland and Swim) Teams: Offered to students in Years 7 - 12
QGSSSA Competition: Term 1. Several warm-up meets are held on Friday evenings prior to the QGSSSA Competition QGSSSA Competition: Chandler in Term 1 Uniform: Maroon and pink swimming school togs with star print. Cap provided. Secondary Coordinator: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected]
SWIMMING - CLUB Club: Moreton Bay Swimming Competition Venue: BSA/QSA Events, QGSSSA and Andrews Cup - Chandler Aquatic Centre Director of Swimming / Head Mr David Lush Coach: Bookings and Enquiries: Mrs Nicolette McGregor - 3249 9393 - [email protected]
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TENNIS PRIMARY Season: Term 1 and 4 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Tennis Courts Teams: A, B, C Grades, Orangeball / Redball. Offered to students in years 4 - 6 Competition: Andrews Cup held at a Toowoomba venue in Term 1 on a weekday. Primary selection process: Primary Tennis Championship in Term 1 for Years 4 - 6 Uniform: Gold competition shirt, maroon shorts, white sport socks, pink visor. Coordinator: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected] SECONDARY: Season: Term 2 and 3 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Tennis Courts Teams: Junior A, B, C (years 7, 8, 9). Senior A, B & C (years 10, 11, 12) and Open Competition: QGSSSA Tennis championships held Term 1 or Term 2. Trials and training begin late in Term 2 and fixtures begin in Term 3. QGSSSA competition is held on every Saturday morning or Friday night in Term 3 for nine weeks. Saturday times: 7.15am warm-up for 8.00am start. Friday nights start 4.30pm - 8.00pm (approx). These vary depending upon host school. Courts organised by other QG schools for away matches. Home matches are to be confirmed. At times two teams may play home fixtures at MBC. Uniform: Tennis uniform from Uniform Shop, tracksuit, white sports socks, soft pink visor or maroon cap. Coordinator: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected] Private Coaching: To be confirmed.
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TOUCH FOOTBALL PRIMARY Season: Term 1 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Ovals Teams: A, B, C Grade, and D Grade/Junior A. Offered to students in Years 4 – 6. Competition: Andrews Cup Competition: Held at the Gold Coast on a weekday in Term 1 Uniform: Gold competition numbered shirt, maroon shorts/bike pants, tracksuit, white socks and soft maroon visor. Coordinator: Mrs Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 or 0408 241 346 - [email protected]
SECONDARY Season: Term 1 - 2 Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Ovals Teams: Two teams are offered in each of the Junior age divisions. Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Senior A, B, C and Open. Competition: QGSSSA Competition is held on Friday afternoon/evenings in Term 1 and 2. These vary depending on host school. Home matches are played at Whites Hill Reserve. Own transport often required at conclusion of games. Uniform: Gold competition numbered shirt, maroon shorts/bike pants, tracksuit, white socks and soft maroon visor. Opens: Hired school singlet, bike pants, tracksuit, white socks and soft pink visor. Secondary teams - Gold competition shirt must have a number. Coordinators: Mrs Lee Hodges - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
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VOLLEYBALL SECONDARY Season: Terms 2 - 3 Training Venue: Waller Centre or Leita Boswell Hall. Generally two sessions per week. Session times are arranged in consultation with coaches and coordinators. Teams: Generally two teams are offered in each of the Junior age divisions. Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Senior A, Senior B and Open. Competition: QGSSSA Competition is held on every Saturday morning in Term 3. These vary depending upon the host school. Home games are played at Moreton Bay College. Uniform: Gold competition shirt, maroon shorts, tracksuit, white socks (white knee pads are optional). Coordinators: Mr Matthew Murray - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
WATER POLO Season: Term 4 and Term 1 Cost: Registration and Affiliation Fees (approx. $180) Teams: Year groups (U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17), depending on numbers. Offered to students in Years 4 - 12. Training Venue: MBC Pool Competition Venue: Valley Pool, Somerville House Pool, St Rita’s Pool, Stuartholme Pool, All Hallows Pool, Musgrave Park Pool. Uniform: MBC water polo togs, caps (provided), sports shirt (sailing shorts are optional). Coordinator: Lexi Lacovou - [email protected]
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CASE SPACE SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL STUDY PROGRAMME Held: Case Space School at NASA - STREAM International Study Programme (currently on hold due to restricted travel) Cost: To be confirmed Dates and Times: next tour TBC Eligibility: Open to Years 7 - 12 Contact: Mrs Fiona Intelisano - 3249 9357 - [email protected] Other Information: The CASE Space School International Study Programme provides students with the opportunity to learn and apply transportable skills in one of the world’s most profound and inspiring STEAM environments, NASA.
DRAMA AND DANCE TOUR Held: Every second year (currently on hold due to restricted travel) Cost: Approximately $2,200 (Dependant on specific Workshops and Theatre shows) Dates and Times: next tour TBC Eligibility: Open to Years 10 - 12 Drama and Dance students. Contact: Ms Kate Fitzgerald - Director of Dance and Drama Co-Curricular Performance - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: Students travel to Melbourne and Sydney over a period of seven days (six nights). The tour aims to provide students with opportunities to participate in workshops with professional Theatre and Dance companies, Tertiary training institutions participate in tours of venues and company facilities to gain greater insight into the Entertainment industry and pathways to it. Students also attend a live performance each evening ranging from Drama to Ballet to Musical Theatre.
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FRANCE OR OTHER FRENCH SPEAKING COUNTRY TOUR Held: TBA* (currently on hold due to restricted travel) *students in Years 10, 11 and 12 may be given the opportunity to visit France on a school-based language excursion if offered by the College; such an excursion will be dependent on the availability of the French staff and numbers of students interested. Should the College not offer a Tour, an alternative French language Immersion Tour may be arranged through external travel and educational providers for any of the French speaking countries listed below as well as New Caledonia and Québec in Canada. Cost: Estimated cost which will vary each time depending on the destination. The cost is also based on the exchange rate of the Australian dollar. Eligibility: Students of French in Years 10 - 12 in the year of the Tour. Training: Several meetings are held one year prior to departure to prepare students on all aspects of travelling overseas with MBC escorts. Coordinators: Steven Rowe - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
Other Information: · An overseas study tour allows students to foster skills of independence and self-management, as well as to gain a broader perspective and awareness of another culture, improving their intercultural understanding. · The study Tour may go to France, Switzerland, Belgium, Québec in Canada or New Caledonia.
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INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES Held: Annually Cost: Hosting a student is optional, but if committed the host family is required to provide a safe home stay environment with full board, laundry service, transport to and from school daily and excursions on the weekend. Eligibility: Students of French in Years 8 - 12. For the Queensland-Switzerland Year 11 Exchange Programme only Year 11 French students are eligible to apply and the number of students selected will depend on quality and quantity of applications received both in Queensland and in Switzerland. Applications for the Swiss Exchange often close mid April of each year and are usually received at the beginning of March. Training: Through a variety of exchange programmes agencies such as: Nacel Australia (www.nacel.com.au), World Education Program (WEP Australia) (www.wep.org.au), Youth For Understanding (YFU) International Student Exchange (www.yfu.com.au) and Student Exchange Australia (www.studentexchange.org.au). For the Swiss Year 11 Exchange Programme, the International Services team from the Department of Education, Training and Employment can be contacted by email using the following address: E: [email protected] Justin Roberts Project Officer International Services DET International Department of Education, Training and Employment. Coordinator: Steven Rowe - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: Further information on these programmes is available from Madame Ingrid Barnett.
JAPAN TOUR Held: TBA (currently on hold due to restricted travel) Cost: The cost varies depending on length of the tour, the exchange rate, programme and number of participants. Cost of tour is approximately $3,500 but to be confirmed. Eligibility: Students of Japanese in Years 9 -12 and students who have completed Year 10 Japanese. Coordinator: Mr Steven Rowe - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: The tour consists of two week’s travel around Japan which includes time at Keisen, including a homestay at Keisen Girls’ High School (Tokyo). Places visited vary each time but may include Kumamoto, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Osaka and Takayama
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JAPANESE SHORT TERM HOMESTAY PROGRAMME Students have the opportunity to host Japanese students from Keisen Girls’ Senior High School (Tokyo) for approximately 14 days in July/August every second year. The next visit will take place in 2020. Students in the Secondary school who are currently studying Japanese are given preference to host; however, all students are encouraged to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to make new friends in Japan and to experience a different language and culture.
MUSIC TRIP Held: Every two years (currently on hold due to restricted travel) Cost: TBA depending on destination Eligibility: Co-curricular Music Students Coordinators: Director of Music and Kelly Leaver (Music Admin) 3907 5710 [email protected]
NEW ZEALAND SKI TRIP Held: Every two years (currently on hold due to restricted travel) Cost: Approximately $3,000 for one week, which includes airfares, accommodation, ski hire, lift passes, daily lessons and sightseeing Eligibility: Students levels to be determined Coordinators: Kate Griffin and Rosemary Harm - 3390 8555 [email protected] / [email protected]
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AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL The Amnesty group at MBC meets each week. Amnesty is dedicated to the promotion and defence of Human Rights as outlined in the 1948 Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations. It is mostly concerned with defence of individuals rather than broad political issues. Meetings can include: discussions about issues of importance; writing letters; planning for fundraising activities, such as Candle Day; preparing displays for special days; or lunch hour information projects. There is the opportunity to invite guests to special meetings to explain the details of selected world issues of the day. Students can attend conferences and workshops organised by Amnesty International. The group has access to a monthly newsletter and the Amnesty website. It is motivated by the idea of ‘knowledge-based activism,’ and would appeal to students who enjoy reading, researching and discussion. Coordinator: Miss Jana Barnier - 3249 9316 - [email protected]
AUSTRALIAN KIDS LITERATURE QUIZ Season: February to March and possibly beyond dependent on success. Cost: No cost to students unless they progress to National or International finals. Groups: Years 5, 6, 7 and 8 - Participants must be no older than 13 years on the 1 July of the competition year. Uniform: Full College uniform Venue: Secondary Library Coordinator: Ms Donna Vine (Primary) 3249 9305 - [email protected] Ms Monique McQueen (Secondary) 3249 9363 - [email protected] Teams: Two teams of four for both Primary and Secondary. Competition Venue: Local finals are held in Brisbane / Ipswich. National Final venue varies but usually NSW. International competition may be held in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa or the United Kingdom. Overview: For students who are avid readers and have an extensive knowledge of children’s literature. For further information see http://readingforaustralia. blogspot.com.au/.
DEBATING Season: Terms 1 - 4 Groups: A number of teams in each year level participate in the Queensland Debating Union competitions (Years 8-12) Training: Negotiated between participants and coaches - meetings occur prior to school, at lunchtime or in the afternoon. Competition Venue: Various host schools in Bayside and inner Brisbane areas. Uniform: College formal uniform Coordinator: Ms Kaitlyn Jones - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
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DUKE OF EDINBURGH Season: Terms 1 - 4 (Registration must be received before the end of Week 5 Term 1) Registration Cost: • $177.00 Gold Award (minimum starting age: 16 years if direct entry) • $172.00 Silver Award (minimum starting age: 15 years if direct entry)) • $167.00 Bronze Award (minimum starting age: 14 years if direct entry)) • $56.00 Bridge Level 1 and 2 (minimum starting age: 12 years) Adventurous Journey costs are in addition to the registration and will vary depending on Adventure chosen. Information packs are available to all secondary students. Bridge students will be issued a record book. Other awardees will use the online ORB to record their progress. Eligibility: Gold (16 years), Silver (15 years), Bronze (13 years 9 months), Bridge (12 years) Dates and Times: Students will meet at least twice a term to discuss progress and must have regular meetings prior to Adventurous Journeys. Bridge Award students are responsible for maintaining and completing their Award booklets and Bronze, Silver and Gold students are responsible for regularly updating and completing via the online ORB website. Dates for 2021 Adventurous Journeys are TBC - please refer to the College Calendar, Student Kiosk and/or Parent Lounge for updates. Other Each Award level provides you with opportunities to develop your skills and interests across a range of activities in four key sections: • Service • Skills • Physical Recreation • Adventurous Journey Other Information: Activities may be dependent on interest level and availability of staff. Coordinator: Mrs Jennifer Johnstone - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
ENVIRO CLUB Season: Terms 1 - 4 Cost: None Groups: Any interested student from Years 7-12 Meeting Venue: Moreton Bay College Coordinator: Miss Alicia Guterres - 3390 8555 Other Information: This group is an opportunity for students who are passionate about saving the environment to come together and make a difference. Our aim is to raise awareness of environmental issues and take action to implement environmentally friendly practices in the school community. Such actions include improving recycling procedures throughout the school and running activities for National Enviro Week in Term 3.
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FUTURE PROBLEM SOLVING Season: Terms 1 - 4 Cost: None, however, students who are selected for the National Final will need to meet all costs of this trip. In the event of selection for International Future Problem Solving, all costs are met by the student’s family. Teams: Years 7 - 12, Team number depends on student ability, commitment and interest Training Venue: Moreton Bay College Competition Venue: Moreton Bay College Coordinator: Ms Jan Collins - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: This activity is for academically talented students with a strong work ethic. Team members need to be independent thinkers who are self-motivated and who can work well as a member of a team. Training times to be negotiated each year.
HEARTS AND MINDS COMMITTEE
Season: Terms 1 - 4 Groups: Elected representatives from Years 7 - 12 Meeting Venue: D4 Meeting: Weekly Coordinators: Mrs Melanie Taylor - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Mrs Allison Robertson - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: Membership requires time and commitment from students and a willingness to communicate with, work for, and represent the wellbeing of fellow students. Students who participate in this committee embrace the College’s wellbeing framework, Hearts and Minds, by promoting and modeling the Five Actions to Wellbeing: Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning and Give. The aim is to increase student agency and voice and ultimately enhance student wellbeing.
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ICT/AUDIO VISUAL SUPPORT Season: Terms 1 - 4 Groups: Years 10 - 12. Numbers are limited so students apply for the position and must be trained in order to take this role. Coordinators: Mr Jon Smith - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Mr Cody Richter - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: The coordination of stage set up and the set up and operation of lights and sound system for Chapel, Assembly and special year group or whole school events is carried out by the members of this group. ICT and audio support is also provided to individual staff members.
LEO SERVICE CLUB Cost: $10 - for membership (including badge and certificate, and insurance) payable by end of Term 1 Groups: Years 7-12 Meeting Venue: S3 Meeting Time: One lunchtime per week - Day TBC Coordinator: Ms Judy Harris - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: The Leo Club is affiliated with Lions International and is committed to providing students with leadership experience and opportunities in helping others less privileged than themselves, through a service-centred mission. The club aims to fulfil its goals at a school, local and global level with activities such as support for research, community and environmental projects. Club members are expected to attend at least seventy percent of meetings as well as to support Leo activities throughout the year.
MOOTING (YEAR 11 & 12 LEGAL STUDENTS ONLY) Season: The Bond University Mooting competition is held in May/June and the QUT competition in August (when offered). Cost: Transport costs to Bond University or QUT Teams: Open to Year 12 Legal Studies students for the Bond Moot and Year 11 Legal Studies students for the QUT Training: 3 hours per week - preparations occur in and out of class time during Terms 1 and 2 (Bond) and Term 3 (QUT). Uniform: Full College uniform Venue: Bond University, Gold Coast; QUT, City Campus Coordinators: Dr Peter Bond - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: Mooting is a competition based on legal argument. The purpose of mooting is to enhance students’ insight into the manner in which law is conducted in the Court System. It is distinguished from debating in that mooting requires research, advocacy and teamwork in representing the team’s client in legal debate.
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PEN TO PAPER Season: All year Groups: Invited Year 6 and any Secondary students Meeting Venue: Once a week during lunchtime. Day TBC Coordinator: Ms Monique McQueen - 3249 9363 - [email protected] Other Information: (Secondary Writers and Illustrators Group) This is a student-driven, writers and illustrators group, who work collaboratively to create and publish stories.
PUBLIC SPEAKING Season: Terms 1 - 4 Competition Venue: Depends on competition host. Competitions include but are not limited to: Lions Youth of the Year, Rostrum Voice of Youth, Carter Shield, Plain English Speaking Award, Rotary Primary Public Speaking Competition, Moreton Bay Speakers’ Afternoon. Uniform: College formal uniform Coordinators Secondary: Mrs Kaitlyn Jones - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Primary: Mrs Kylee Phillips - 3249 9360 - [email protected]
READERS’ CUP Season: Term 2, 3 and sometimes 4 (dependent on placing in regional competition) Groups: Years 5 - 6 , 7 - 8 and 9-10 Meeting: Twice weekly Venue: Primary or Secondary Library Cost: Intraschool - nil Interschool - $10.00 per student registration (covered by college). Interstate - students who are selected for the National finals pay their own expenses but may be assisted by a grant from the Children’s Book Council of Australia, Queensland Division. Coordinator: Mrs Donna Vine (Primary) - 3249 9305 - [email protected] Ms Monique McQueen (Secondary) - 3249 9363 [email protected] Teams: Teams of four or five dependent upon interest and ability. Competition Venue: Local finals are held in Brisbane, other finals vary Overview: This activity is for dedicated students who have a great love of reading. Team members need to be able to read, comprehend and think independently and work well as a member of a team. Digital skills are an advantage as students may be required to create booktrailers.
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ROBOTICS CLUB Season: Terms 1 - 4 Groups: Years 7 - 12 (this is a cross College activity) Meeting Venue: Every week on Thursday - after school in D3/D1 Coordinator: Mrs Sue Matthews - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Mr Damien Murtagh (MBBC) - 3906 9444 - [email protected] Other Information: Robotics club is for any MBC/MBBC student who loves solving problems collaboratively. The focus is on building and programming robots to meet a challenge and take part in the state championships. The Senior group mainly focus on the First Tech Challenge in which teams are tasked to design, build, program, and operate robots to compete in a head-to-head challenge in an alliance format. This competition takes place in Term 4. The Junior group have the choice of building and programming robots to play Soccer, perform On Stage or compete in the Rescue Line challenge, all of which take place at the start of Term 3. Both groups help to support and mentor junior students as they develop their skills.
SENIOR SEWING CLUB Season: Terms 1 - 4 Groups: Years 10-12 only Meeting Venue: In B Block specialist classrooms Meeting: Weekly - Wednesday 3.15pm - 4.30pm Coordinator: Miss Phoebe Hanau - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: A tutorial-style group for girls who want to improve their sewing skills and learn how to follow a pattern instruction sheet. Girls would provide their own fabrics and patterns, and help would be provided as required. The sewing project would be own choice.
STICH AND STIR CLUB Season: Terms 1 - 4 Groups: Years 7 - 12 Meeting Venue: Tuesday from 7.15-8.00am in B Block specialist classrooms Meeting: Weekly Coordinators: Mrs Samantha Johnson - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: The Stitch and Stir Club provides a supportive and safe environment for students of all year levels and abilities to flex their creative interest. Activities will vary, maybe either a food or textile focus. Hands on learning experiences.
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CONOCOPHILLIPS SCIENCE EXPERIENCE Season: January school holidays (2021) Groups: Year 10 Meeting Venue: UQ, QUT and Griffith Universities Time: Self-application Coordinator Ms Fiona Intelisano - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: A nationwide STEM programme offering three to four days of Science activities under the guidance of scientists in university settings.
CASE SPACE SCHOOL NASA EXPEDITION Season: December school holidays Groups: All year levels Meeting Venue: TBC Coordinator Ms Fiona Intelisano - 3390 8555 - [email protected]
NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE FORUM Season: January 2021 Groups: Year 11 Meeting Venue: Self application Time: Applications for 2021 Expedition closed in May 2020 Coordinator Ms Fiona Intelisano - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: The National Youth Science Forum is designed to give students a broader understanding of STEM study and career options. It is a 12-day residential program that gives students the opportunity to visit science and technology related laboratories, go on site tours, listen to lectures, take part in workshops and social events. This event is hosted in Canberra.
THE PHASMID CARE UNIT Season: Term 1 - 4 Groups: All year levels Meeting Venue: Science Block Time: First break (once a week) Coordinator Mrs Theresa Keenan 3390 8555 - [email protected] Mrs Tammy Walker - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: Come and observe and care for our giant prickly stick insects. Learn about their life cycle, feeding habits, and living requirements. Gain skills in teamwork, care and responsibility. Take some home to care for over the weekend or holiday breaks.
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UQ SCIENCE AMBASSADOR Season: Term 1 - 4 Groups: Year 11 Meeting Venue: Science Block Time: Once a week Coordinator Ms Fiona Intelisano - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: For those students who love science and want to be part of promoting science based activities around the school. The four chosen Science Ambassadors will play a large part in the planning and running of Science Week activities.
UQ SUNFLOWER GROWING COMPETITION Season: Term 1 Groups: All year levels Meeting Venue: Science Block Time: Occasional for planting and caring Coordinator: Ms Anne Blackmore - 3390 8555 - [email protected] Other Information: Come and grow some beautiful sunflowers, and compete for prizes in the official weigh-in day. This competition is designed to inspire current science students to become the next generation of plant and agricultural scientists.
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DANCE Season: Terms 1 - 4 Groups: 2 - 16 years Cost: Term bookings vary. Contact the coordinator for more information. Training: Kinderballet for Preschoolers, weekday mornings. Musical Theatre, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop and Contemporary for school-age children, weekday afternoons. Venues: Wincheter Centre, Performance Room at Moreton Bay College Uniform: Uniform required Coordinator: John Clarke - 07 3286 5316 Other Information: Classes held during MBC school terms. Examination work is optional for ballet and tap. Annual concert held on the first Saturday of December.
DRAMA GROUP Description: Students at MBC (Years 1-10) and MBBC (Years 1/2 and 4/5) can participate in Extra- Curricular Drama classes (1 hour per week) on their school campus inclusive of engaging activities and performance opportunities designed to develop confidence, social skills, creativity and performance ability. The programme also offers a Holiday Workshop opportunity in January and June/July, open to Years 1-7 at MBC. In Terms 1 and 4 students engage in skill-building and Terms 2 and 3 students develop and perform in a production. The programme is open to students of all abilities from those who need help with stage fright to those who love the spotlight. Lessons take place after school hours at MBC and MBBC and are operated by qualified and highly experienced Speech and Drama teachers. Cost: $180 per term (2021) Venue: Various locations including Primary Music Room, Auditorium, Leita Boswell Hall stage. Venues will be advised prior to the commencement of lessons. Communication: Extra-Curricular Drama Group Coordinator, c/o Primary Reception at Moreton Bay College Coordinator: Extra-Curricular Group Drama Coordinator - [email protected]
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GYMNASTICS - ARTISTIC (MBC CLUB) Season: Terms 1 - 4 Cost: TBA Training: All year round, catering for all levels of abilities Competition: Terms 1 - 4 Venue: Gymnasium in Waller Centre, MBC Uniform: Training - Leotard or sports uniform Competition - MBC leotard Contact: Mrs Nikki Robbins - 3249 9376
GYMNASTICS - RHYTHMIC (MBC CLUB) Season: Terms 1 - 4 Cost: TBA Training: All year round, catering for all levels of abilities Competition: Terms 1 - 4 Venue: Oriel Handley Hall, MBC Uniform: Training - Leotard Competition - MBC leotard Contact: Mrs Nikki Robbins - 3249 9376
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MUSIC Description As part of the Music Programme at The Moreton Bay Colleges, specialist music teachers offer lessons to students from Prep to Year 12. Private music lessons are held during school time, with year 11 and 12 students given priority for lessons during break times Private music lessons are available for the following instruments:
• Strings - violin, viola, cello, double bass, • Wind - flute, oboe, clarinet, bass clarinet, bassoon, oboe, saxophone • Brass - trumpet, trombone, french horn, euphonium and tuba • Percussion - all orchestral percussion, drum kit • Voice • Piano • Acoustic and electric guitar, bass guitar • Music production Cost: $37 per 30min lesson Other Information In order to commence private music lessons at The Moreton Bay Colleges, a Private Music Enrolment Form must be completed and returned to MBC Music Reception (girls), MBBC Student Reception (boys) or emailed to: [email protected] (Forms can be found in the Music Handbook or by contacting the music department via the above email address)
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SPEECH AND COMMUNICATION
Cost: Individual tuition: $37.50 per lesson Paired tuition: $21.50 per lesson Trio tuition: $16.00 per lesson (available only up to Year 4)
Description: Students participate in Speech and Communication lessons weekly, engaging in programmes that are designed individually, and in alignment with the Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) syllabus. These programmes are developed to meet individual needs with the main aim of nurturing confident, clear and expressive communication. Performance opportunities via informal and formal presentations, as well as annual examinations, are offered throughout the school year. Venue: The Hilda Greene Centre and Chapel Annex Communication: Speech and Communication Programme, c/o Primary Reception at MBC Coordinator: Ms Helen Steele - [email protected] Other Information: Lessons are conducted by qualified Speech and Drama tutors. Lessons can be arranged on a rotational timetable during the school day or outside of school hours (dependent on tutor availability). The Speech and Communication Programme Booklet and enrolment form are available from Coordinator Mrs Helen Steele. Please email for a copy.helensteele3@icloud. com
LEARN TO SWIM Learn to Swim lessons are offered from 6 months old. Offered Monday - Description: Saturday mornings and afternoons. Please call for costs. Location: John Mason Pool, MBC
Bookings and Enquiries: Mrs Nicolette McGregor - 3249 9393
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