Week 9

8-18 Sept - Year 11 Exam Black & Year 12 Mock Exams

12 Sept - CSSAQ - Soccer

12 Sept - MTB Rocky Trail Series #4

12 Sept - Showcase Evening - 6.30pm

Week 10

16 - 19 Sept - Year 9 Chinchilla Service Trip

19 Sept - EXO Day

19 Sept - Last day of Term 3

Important Term 4 Dates

Week 1:

Monday 6 October: Public Holiday (Kings Birthday)

Tuesday 7 October: Term 4 begins 

Head of Middle & Senior School - Dino Arraiol

Dear Parents and Carers,

The Bible calls us to lives of service, reflecting the example of Jesus who came “not to be served, but to serve” (Mark 10:45). Service is central to the Christian life, shaping us to love others selflessly and to demonstrate God’s compassion in practical ways.

At Calvary Christian College, the Year 9 Service Trip to Chinchilla offers a meaningful opportunity to embed the biblical call to service within both our curriculum and our students’ lived experiences. From 16–19 September 2025, Year 9 students and accompanying staff will stay at the Chinchilla Showgrounds, where they will contribute by preparing and serving meals, as well as assisting with kitchen clean-up as part of their service. Throughout the trip, students will also engage in community service across Chinchilla and Tara, supporting organisations such as Farm Angels, the Western Downs Council (botanic gardens and cemetery), Tara Shire State College, and a local cattle farm in Chinchilla.

Students from previous years have shared that this camp was the most meaningful and memorable experience of their time at Calvary. Our prayer is that this year’s cohort will embrace this opportunity to develop greater empathy, resilience, and personal character as they live out Christ’s example of service.

Final Day of Term 3 – Exo Day and Cultural Celebrations

On the final day of Term 3, our students will celebrate with a special Exo Day Chapel based on this year’s theme, Amplified, which encourages them to live as vibrant examples of God’s love. Students are invited to wear free dress aligned to the theme and bring a gold coin donation to support our Child of Compassion project.

The day will also include entertaining music, dance, and presentations from a variety of heritages across our community. At second break, students may purchase a taste from various cultures with delicious food from Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands for $5 per serving.

In the afternoon, students will take part in various activities including our annual Colour Run. They should wear plain white clothing to enjoy the coloured powder (non-staining). Students with asthma are encouraged to wear a bandana or mask, and those with sensitive eyes should bring protective eyewear. We look forward to a fun-filled day of faith, culture, and community.

Car Park Reminder

Staff on duty at the Western Car Park have observed a number of students weaving between cars as they walk into the College. To ensure everyone’s safety, we kindly ask parents to assist by modelling safe car park behaviour by guiding students around parked cars and encourage them to use the pedestrian crossings available. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and for modelling the behaviour we need them to follow.

Old Uniform Drive

The College has been accepting donations of old uniform items to send to charity for use overseas.  Donations will continue to be accepted until the end of this term.  Please bring items to Reception at either campus.

Update from Head of Performing Arts, Dr Gary Holley

Showcase - After Dark

Today CPA performers had a chance to rehearsal for tomorrow night's CPA Showcase, 6.30pm Friday 12 September. 

Have you bought your tickets?   Book Tickets Here (Performing students will not need a ticket.)

Please see below the list of groups/ensembles performing at this event and the times for their Sound Check on Friday.

Emails have been sent to families of those performing with relevant details, if you have not been receiving these updates please email performingartsacademy@calvarycc.qld.edu.au 

We will be needing Parent Helpers on the evening to assist in Canteen.  Please sign up:  Here

Important Links

• Ensemble & Sport Aerobics Timetable 2025
• 2025 Performing Arts Calendar

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