Coming Up in 2023

2023 Homeroom classes

All students in Years 5 to 9 were allocated their new homeroom at the end of 2022, and where possible, to their new homeroom teacher. Logistics will not allow these details to be communicated at any other time except online when the new timetables are published and new students are rolled over into Parent Lounge. Everyone can now log into Parent Lounge and see their child/ren's timetable/s.

A lot of time goes into allocating students to the 2023 homerooms and a balance across many criteria has been achieved, hence requests for changes can not be considered. Staff from across different components of the College have had input to the groupings plus a detailed analysis of data, has resulted in an appropriate allocation. Thank you for your understanding.

Update Your Details in Parent Lounge

Before school starts, it is a good time to update all your contact details in Parent Lounge. If staff need to contact you during the school day, we use this information to reach you. Medical details including Medicare number and expiry date must be updated before the term starts as this information is collated and checked prior to Camp Week (Week 6 Term One) Please login to Parent Lounge to update your child's medical details and if required, your email address, mobile phone numbers and home address.

2023 Stationery Orders

All Stationery Lists are available to view on the College App, under both the Year Level or Orientation tags.

WEEK ONE 2023

Monday 23 January

• Orientation session for NEW students in Years 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 & 11 is from 11am -12.30pm on Monday 23 January.
• The P&F will host a Second-Hand ATC uniform sale in the Demountable classrooms near the pool, from 12pm to 3pm on this day. There will be a range of sizes and styles of uniforms available on a first in best dressed basis! Each item is a gold coin donation. You can browse the racks while your son takes his books to his classroom. Suitcoats and jackets will be priced individually.
• Open Classrooms afternoon is from 1pm-2pm for surnames A-L and 2pm–3pm for surnames M-Z.

First Day of Term

• The first day of Term for Years 4, 7, 10 & 12 is Tuesday 24 January
• We then welcome all students from Years 4-12 on Wednesday 25 January 2023.
• The Australia Day Public Holiday is on Thursday 26 January.
• Friday 27 January is a normal school day.

TUCKSHOPS

The tuckshops will be open from Tuesday 24 January. Students purchase using their Student ID card. The tuckshops are cashless. Parents can upload funds to their son's account via the ATCShop.

COLLEGE RECEPTION HOLIDAY HOURS

College Reception will be open from 8am to 4pm over the holidays. Senior Reception is closed during the holidays and reopens on Monday 16 January.

LEARNING NEWS

Library

To keep children occupied in the final days of the holidays, why not check out our digital library which is open for borrowing 24/7! We encourage boys to borrow eBooks and audiobooks. Alternative options for digital borrowing during the break: Epic Books - a learning digital reading platform app and website - try free for the first month! There are so many Brisbane City Council Apps including Libby and Borrowbox. Enjoy free access to a range of eBooks and audiobooks, using your BCC library membership.

SPORT NEWS

We are excited to have now put the finishing touches on scheduling for a big Term One of Sport. Please make sure that you keep checking the ATC app and subscribe to the relevant Sport tags for up to date information and communication in preparation for the term ahead.

CLUBS NEWS

Please keep an eye on the ATC App for the upcoming information for the 2023 Clubs program, with timetables and registration processes. We are proud to offer such a wide variety of clubs for our students to enjoy. Registration for Term One Clubs will be advertised on the ATC App with one week's prior notice for parents. Invitations to register for relevant clubs will be found in your Parent Lounge account along with documents outlining the type of activity, its level of commitment and the relevant cost, location, day and time for each club. Please read the Club documents before registering your son to be sure he can commit to the Club.

CULTURAL NEWS

AMEB Results

Congratulations to students who have all received A plus high distinctions for their Voice and Communication exams in 2022 from the AMEB. Kingsley Abood, Conor Morley, Nicholas Nielsen, Zander de Vries, Dashiell Solomon, Alexander Purcell, Tyson Waugh, Elliott Andrew, Juann Lubrin, and Angus Ryall. This is a phenomenal result and all boys have worked very hard and are to be congratulated. Public speaking and communication are life skills for any career. If you would like to give your child the gift of confidence bookings can be made for individual or paired tuition for exam preparation for voice and communication or speech and performance through the online form for extracurricular or email the Music office music@atc.qld.edu.au

2023 Co-curricular Music and Drama & Communication Enrolments

Enrolments for Instrumental Music, Vocal and Drama & Communication lessons in 2023 are open. New and continuing students were asked to complete the on-line form last year. Find the link to register your child and the 2023 Co-curricular Music Fees Schedule on the ATC App; please read this document carefully taking note of the Tuition Conditions. Music tuition fees are paid in four quarterly payments via Parent Lounge (3 payments for students in Year 12) with the commitment to the program being for the full year.  Students who are new to music are very welcome to contact us at music@atc.qld.edu.au or meet our staff on site to discuss your child's instrument options.

P & F NEWS

Meeting Dates

All are invited to join the P&F President, Mr Ben Prain, and the Principal at the scheduled first meetings on Tuesday 31 January 2023 in Mt Sion Library at 6.30pm. Or join us on the following dates in 2023: Tuesday 7 March; 18 April, 9 May, 11 July, 8 August, 5 September, 10 October and 21 November.

For any queries, please email the P&F Secretary Catherine pandf@atc.qld.edu.au

P&F Book Club

If you are interested in joining our parent Book Club please contact Rachel Ames, P&F Book Club coordinator and she will be happy to share more information with you. rcames@aapt.net.au

Years 4 and 7 Welcome Events

The annual P&F Welcome afternoon events are being held on Sunday 29 January on the College Ovals for families and students of Year 4 and Year 7 from 3pm to 5pm. BYO chairs, picnic food and drinks (no alcohol please) and relax and get to know one another. Year 12 student leaders will be on hand to facilitate games with the younger children.

Second Hand Uniform Sale 2023

On Monday 23 January the P&F will host a Second-Hand uniform sale in demountable classrooms (near the pool) from 12pm to 3pm. There will be a range of sizes and styles of uniforms available on a first in best dressed basis! Most items are a gold coin donation but suitcoats and sport jackets will be priced according to their condition. Please note this is the same day as Open Classrooms afternoon, so you can browse the racks while your child takes their books to the classroom.

IT NEWS

Year 4, 5, 6 Laptop Returns

Damage of IT equipment (intentional or accidental) will incur a repair bill and parents are reminded that devices are covered by Accidental Damage Protection (ADP) for a limited number of parts per claim with an excess of $70.  Once the claim limit has been exceeded, an additional repair cost will be incurred. 

• Laptops will be returned in Week 1, 2023

Year 5 2023

Year 5 will receive their 2022 laptops + their old bag and chargers

Year 6 2023

Year 6 will receive their laptops + their old bag and chargers

Year 7 2023

Year 7 will receive new laptops and chargers + their old bag at the start of the year.

Years 8 and 9 2023

Year 8 and 9s laptops will be returned in Week 1, 2023.

Year 10 2023

Year 10 students will receive their new laptop and new bag in Week One.

Years 11 and 12 2023

Year 11 & 12 kept their laptops over the Christmas holidays. If your laptop requires a repair, please contact the ATC Service Desk via email, or the College Reception to arrange a time to drop in the laptop before school starts. Please note the Office is open 8am to 4pm in the holidays. Please email IT Department if you have any queries. servicedesk@atc.qld.edu.au

Wishing you a very happy New Year. See you in Week One!

Conor Finn

Acting Deputy Principal