10 - 14 November: Year 10 Work Experience Week & Year 11 Emu Gully Camp
15 November: More than Mates - Cars 'n' Coffee

Coming Up...

19 November: Yr 7-11 MSS Awards Service - 9AM
21 November: Year 12 Final Chapel & Year 12 Valedictory & Graduation
24 November: MSS Drama Club Performance - 5.15pm & 7.15pm

Important Dates:

2 December: Christmas Chapel & Christmas Free Dress
3 December: Urban Extreme Yr 7-11

Head of School Community and Wellbeing MSS - Mr Dino Arraiol

As we approach the end of another school year, it's an opportune moment to reflect on the remarkable progress our students have made since January. Each child started the year with unique goals and challenges, and throughout the journey, they have grown in confidence, resilience, and character. Reflecting on the words of Dr. Judith Locke, co-author of "Raising Anxiety," genuine confidence is built not through ease, but through persistence and reflection. She emphasizes that growth occurs when young people recognize their progress, learn from their mistakes, and celebrate their achievements.

This season of celebration is, therefore, about more than just awards; it's about honoring effort, courage, and the many quiet accomplishments that often go unnoticed. Every milestone, big or small, signifies determination and growth. As families, I encourage you to take a moment to look back on your child's journey this year, celebrating their progress, the challenges they've overcome, and the person they are becoming. After all, growth is the most meaningful achievement of all.

Urban Xtreme Invitations

Invitations have been emailed to families for students to attend our end of year excursion to Urban Xtreme. We ask that all parents please confirm their child’s attendance using the link provided in the email and complete the online waiver using the link in the email or using the link below:

Urban Xtreme Waiver Form

Year 7 – 11 Awards Service

Next Wednesday 19 November 2025 at 9am the Middle and Senior School will be hosting our annual end-of-year Awards, celebrating the hard work, success, and growth of our Year 7 – 11 students. Students are reminded to wear full formal uniform for this special occasion.

Year 12 Final Chapel & Valedictory

Next Friday 21 November 2025 we celebrate our graduating Year 12 cohort. The day begins with a Guard of Honour as our Year 12 students make their way to their Final Chapel at 9am in the CCC. In the evening, the Valedictory and Graduation Ceremony will be held at 5pm in the CCC, marking the final milestone for our Year 12 class of 2025 where we take time to honour their journey at Calvary and celebrate student achievements.

Families are warmly invited to join us as we celebrate this special occasion and bless our graduates as they step confidently into their futures.

Update from Head of Performing Arts, Dr Gary Holley

Congratulations to all students who received an award at the recent CPA Awards Service.  We have had a high level of engagement in all areas of Performing Arts this year and we thank the students for their involvement in the program.

Awards Performances

All students in Chorale and Guitar Ensemble 1 will be performing at the MSS Awards Assembly in Week 7, Wednesday 19 November (soundcheck at 8.15am) and Chorale will be performing at the Valedictory on Friday 21 November (soundcheck at 4.00pm)

Instrumental Recitals - Sunday 16 November

Our End of Year Recital will take place this Sunday, 16 November at the Carbrook campus, beginning at 2:00 pm. All private students are expected to participate and perform a piece that reflects their progress this semester.

Performances will be arranged in sections as detailed below. Students who play multiple instruments will have to perform in different designated areas. The recital is expected to run for approximately one hour.

• Piano: Ensemble Room in the Performing Arts Building
• Drumkit: Drama Room in the Performing Arts Building
• Guitar: Burnett Theatre in the Culbert Building
• Singing, Strings, Brass and Woodwind: Culbert Building.

We’re looking forward to an enjoyable afternoon as our talented students share their performances.

Private Lessons 2026

If your child is interested in learning an instrument or continuing lessons in 2026, please use the link below to sign them up.  This is only for Private 1 on 1 lessons.

• 2026 Private Lessons Sign Up

Group String and Band Lessons 2026

If your child is in Year 5-10 and is interested in learning an instrument for the first time please use the links below to sign them up for 2026.

• 2026 Beginner Strings (Y4-10)
• 2026 Beginner Band (Y5-10)

Important Links

• 2026 CPA Handbook

For all general information, forms and groups to join, please visit the Performing Arts page on our website which can be found here. Click Here

For any enquiries please email: performingartsacademy@calvarycc.qld.edu.au 

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