Newsletter
Wednesday 1 February,2012
Dear College Community,
This week we cover:
- The role of Principal and Heads of College
- School photos – formal uniform for Friday 3 February
- Captains Inauguration
- Camps for Year 5 and 6
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Please let us know if your son is doing interesting, adventurous activities or is achieving at a high level. We would love to hear from you – email me at newsletter@mbbc.qld.edu.au
Rachel Wilkinson
Marketing Manager
From The Principal
Along with the first rehearsals of this year’s musical, The Sound of Music, the Parent Information Evenings have begun this week at each school. It’s …
Reflections from Head of College
Last Friday the College inducted its newest student leaders into their important roles. I am delighted to announce the following appointments:
Primary House Vice Captains
Mason Carr …
Announcements
Grab a chance to be part of the College Rock band!
This year we are holding auditions for our College bands next Wednesday 8 February after school.
If …
The College photographs are scheduled to take place this Friday February 3.
All boys will need to be wearing their formal uniform (please see parent handbook if …
A reminder to parents of Years 5 and 6 boys, heading to camp next Wednesday, please ensure you have allowed yourself enough time to get to …
World Individual Debating and Public Speaking Championship 2012
Your College needs you! We have only EIGHT weeks to go until the WIDPSC. We need assistance from our …
Student Care
The boys have had an exciting first few days in Prep! All the boys arrived in their new Prep uniforms with smart haircuts and shiny …
Teaching and Learning
Study Lab has been established to support our Middle and Senior students with:
improved study skill development (through modeling, directed advice, and high expectations)
an opportunity for …
This year has got off to a great start with boys being given a range of job options across a variety of areas. We have …
In 2011 we adopted a more structured approach to our standardised testing program following an intensive review. The College is currently implementing a nationally recognised …
Chaplain's Corner
I have recently been listening to a new CD from Christian band, “Casting Crowns.” On this CD they have a song called, “City on the …
Co-Curricular
The MBBC Chess Club meets every Thursday morning from 7:15 to 8:15am in Mr Henderson’s Year 5 Class.
To find out more follow this link.
Co-Curricular: Sport
There will be no cricket training this afternoon for Years 8 to 12 cricket teams. All players in these teams must turn up for training this …
Malpass Tennis Coaching is again offering coaching to students of MBBC.
Coaching by Tennis Australia Qualified Professional Coach Roy Malpass.
Lessons will be held as follows:
Prep to …
Sail training is available to boys in the middle and senior school on Wednesday and Friday afternoons. To be eligible for sail training, boys must …
If you were unable to attend the drug and alcohol presentation at MBC last night, more information can be found on the website www.darta.net.au or …
College Business
On Tuesday 31 January students had an individual student ID photograph taken. These individual portrait photographs of students will be used on the school information …
Student receptionWe have a new face in Administration this year and are pleased to welcome Mrs Paula Jowitt to the role of Student Reception.
Student reception is …
In the primary school, many parents and grandparents have generously given their time to help students who require support with reading. Again in 2012, we seek support for …
Please note the new class times for this year are as follows:
Timetable for 2012
8.15-8.20am
Form
8.20-8.55am
Period 1A
8.55-9.30am
Period 1B
9.30-10.05am
Period 2A
10.05-10.40am
Period 2B
10.40-11.20am
1st Break (warning bell at 11.15)
11.20-11.55am
Period 3A
11.55-12.30pm
Period 3B
12.30-1.05pm
Period …
The new tuckshop menu for the year is attached.
The tuckshop is open before school and up to first break. It is not open at second …
Staff Profile
Class/Department: Art Department – Teaching Years 1-3, along with teacher aide duties.
Background/qualifications: Bachelor of Education, with Art teaching experience at Primary, Secondary and Tertiary levels. …
Parents & Friends
School banking recommences every Tuesday - bring banking on Tuesdays, additional application forms can be obtained from the office.
Welcome to New Parents Evening – 10 …
Community Notices
Barrett Dental redeem Medicare Teen Dental Vouchers and also claim the rebate on your behalf, saving the hassle of out of pocket expenses. For appointments …
As part of our move towards a more sustainable world, we encourage our students to reduce their waste and excess packaging. Every year we have …
I am writing to invite the students of Moreton Bay Boys’ College to attend the Oaktree Foundation’s Schools 4 Schools State Summit to be held …
