Coming Up Week 9
Father & Son Night
Our Year 7 Father and Son Night was a special evening celebrating the important role of fathers and father figures in our Year 7 students’ lives.
We know that families come in all shapes and sizes, and it was wonderful to see students joined by dads, stepfathers, grandfathers, uncles, and older brothers — all sharing in the spirit of connection.
The night began with a sausage sizzle, followed by trivia fun and reflective conversations about the significance of these relationships and the impactful role of father figures in our student’s lives. More than just an event, it was an opportunity to create lasting memories together. The laughter, stories and good fun will hopefully be part of wonderful Father’s Day celebrations in the coming days.
We are also mindful of all those who cannot be with their Father’s this weekend and pray that positive and happy thoughts and memories are at the forefront of their minds.
Over the next two weeks our Pillar of Learning should be the focus for each student. Planning for assessment and examinations is characterized by a consistent approach each day rather than a flurry of ‘just in time’ study.
‘Not everything counts, but everything matters’ Ivan Cleary
There are several ways to study, and many students have excellent routines whilst others need help. If your son isn’t a self-starter or you struggle to know how to help as a parent, here are a couple of ideas.
- The 30-minute plan: Each day students have 6 lessons. As soon as your son arrives home, complete 30 minutes of study. Write down the 6 subjects and spend just 5 minutes on each. Ask simple focus questions as he goes through each subject.
- What key ideas came out today’s lesson?
- List the homework that has been set.
- Is there something I’m unsure about that I need to revise?
- The Pomodoro Technique: Use the scaffold the 30-minute plan has provided to deepen learning. It’s all about focusing time on each task. Remove distractions and focus on the subject or task for 25 minutes. Take a 5-minute break and then go again with the next subject. Pomodoro® Technique - Time Management Method
These approaches frame the day, generate a learning discussion with your son, and provide structure to the evening’s study plan. ATC also partners with Elevate Education who lead study skills sessions with students. Check out their website for more tips about effective studying. Home | Elevate Education
Summer Uniform Reminder
From Monday, 8 September, students are required to wear their summer uniform. This means ties and suit coats are not required, except on special occasions as requested by the College.
Further details: Uniform Guide
KEY DATES
- Friday 12 September | Year 4 Mass
UPCOMING DATES
- Wednesday 17 September | Year 10 Immunisation
- Thursday 18 September | College Tour 4pm
- Friday 19 September | Year 4 Charity Fayre
- Friday 19 September | End of Term Liturgy and Last Day of Term 3pm finish
LEARNING NEWS
Year 7 to 11 Term 3 Exam Schedules
Please note Years 7 to 11 Exam Schedules have been shared on the app. This can also be seen on Parent Lounge and Student Café.
NOTE: Year 11 students are only required to attend school for their exams.
Year 12 Mock Exams
Please note that no regular classes will run for Year 12 during the exam block. All other year groups attend school as normal. Students are advised to check their individual schedules via Student Café. I wish all our Year 12s the very best as they prepare for their external exams.
FORMATION
Funky Sock Donations for Year 12s
Each year, our Year 4s offer moral support to the Year 12s as they enter their final External Exam period. It’s become a tradition that Year 4s give a pair of funky socks to a Year 12 student and write an inspirational message to them. We ask that if you are able to donate one or two pairs of colourful, funky socks, please send them to your son's homeroom teacher by the Friday 10 October. This is entirely voluntary and you are not obligated to donate. Boys will write an inspirational message in their classrooms.
SERVICE
Service Opportunity – STEPtember
ATC students across all ages are invited to take part in STEPtember; an initiative that raises funds to “make life-changing impacts for those living with cerebral palsy”. This is a fantastic way of supporting others and getting your daily dose of physical activity. Students who successfully complete STEPtember will be able to log 8 service hours.
During September, you will track 10,000 steps a day, your way. You can convert more than 40 activities into steps including swimming, cycling, or riding your bike.
Step up for these benefits:
Get a month-long boost. Move your body to improve your health, lower your stress or kickstart your fitness routine.
Raise funds. Every dollar you raise supports the early detection and therapy for babies with cerebral palsy.
Ready to step up? sign up here: https://www.steptember.org.au/join-ambrosetreacycollege.
Stay tuned for more details. Until then, get ready to step up for a month of feel-good fitness.
*Service Hours may be logged prior to the completion of STEPtember so that hours can be attributed to 2025 totals.
FAQ’s
How do I count my steps?
Outside of school mobile phones will have apps that can keep track for you. During school, an estimation of your steps will be sufficient.
Does my swimming/running/cycling/yoga/vacuuming count as steps?
Yes! On the STEPtember website you will find a conversion chart for many of the day-to-day activities that you already do. You may find that you already do 10,000+ every day!
How much money do I need to raise?
Fundraising amounts will not be monitored and so students are free to fundraise as much or as little as they are able to.
How do I fundraise?
That is entirely up to you. The website has some great ideas, but please note any fundraising must be done outside of the school. Fundraising is not required to participate in this challenge for awareness.
Service News
Last Chance to Log Service Hours for 2025
The cut-off date for students to log their service hours for 2025 is Thursday, 19 September. Any hours recorded after this date will be carried forward and count towards the 2026 totals.
To have service hours formally recognised, students should either:
- Speak with their Homeroom Teacher about the service they have completed, and/or
- Send an email with details of their service to their Homeroom teacher requesting these hours to be logged.
We encourage all ATC students to take the time to record their hours before the deadline. By doing so, they not only ensure their efforts are celebrated but also add to the strong tradition of service that lies at the heart of Ambrose Treacy College. Together, through Service, Learning and Leadership, we continue to live out the Edmund Rice vision of making a difference in the lives of others.
At Ambrose Treacy College, we proudly stand on three core pillars — Service, Learning and Leadership — which shape the way our young people grow, lead and contribute to the world around them. Inspired by the Edmund Rice ethos, service is more than just volunteering; it is an opportunity to live out the values of compassion, justice and generosity, and to place the needs of others before our own.
Service at ATC takes many forms. Whether it is supporting College initiatives, lending a hand to community projects, fundraising for important causes, or quietly helping those in need, every act of service reflects the spirit of giving that defines our community. Each year, it is inspiring to see how students embrace this call and make a genuine difference both within and beyond the College gates.
To ensure that this commitment is recognised, students’ contributions will be acknowledged at the End of Year Service Assembly and celebrated at our annual Night of Excellence. These occasions allow us to highlight not only the number of hours completed but, more importantly, the impact those actions have had on others.
MUSIC
A decade by the river! Jazz by the River Sat 18 Oct 2025 4-8pm
It’s been a fabulous decade of Jazz by the River! ATC families and their friends are invited to our signature event, Jazz by the River on Saturday 18 October 2025 at Warril Place from 4pm to 8pm. This year, we feature the ATC Jazz Orchestra, Big Band, Hot Brass Squad, Jazz Ensemble, ATC Gents choir as well as some very special guests on the river stage. Bring a picnic hamper or enjoy delicious food including Pizzas, Burgers, Sausages, Hot Chips, Lollies, Snacks and Drinks.
You can support the ATC Hospitality students by pre-ordering a Cheese Box and Cake Box. The Jazz Bar will be selling beer, wine and champagne.
Tickets are: Adults $40 and School children are FREE
The ARTery Exhibition runs during Arts Week and culminates with their showcase of student artwork which can be viewed from 4pm in Nudgee Junior Hall on JBTR day. Tickets for this wonderful event are $40 for Adults (school children are FREE.) Every adult ticket purchased goes into the draw to win a 5-star overnight accommodation package on the Brisbane River.
THIS IS A LICENSED EVENT – STRICTLY NO BYO ALCOHOL
EFTPOS only at the event. No cash sales.
Booking link below to purchase entry tickets and order food: https://www.trybooking.com/DEVGR
Formal Music Concert
On Thursday we celebrated the significant achievements of our wonderful ATC musicians with the annual Formal Music Evening held at Riverlife. We were treated to student music making of the highest calibre ranging from our youngest ensembles the Junior Band and Junior Choir to our most senior ATC Guitars, ATC Symphonic Winds ATC Jazz Orchestra ATC Senior Singers and many in between. Thank you to the staff for their amazing work in the lead up and on the day, and to the families who continue to support their sons on their musical journey.
CLUBS
Year 4 Cooking Club
Looking back at a day of exciting kitchen creations by our youngest Masterchefs in Cooking Club? Who knew there was so much mixing involved in making choc chip cookies! After measuring, sifting, stirring and rolling, boys enjoyed a delicious afternoon treat! Our Clubs Program involves hundreds of students across all ages, and are led by our dedicated staff who aim to inspire boys and share their interests and passion for different activities. Cooking, art, robotics, mountain biking, puzzles, chess, canoe polo, gardening ... the list goes on. What will you do in 2026?
PARENTS & FRIENDS NEWS
P&F Spring Lunch
Ladies get ready to dress in pink! Current and past ATC mothers are invited to join us at the Annual ATC P&F Ladies Spring Lunch on Friday 24 October, 12pm to 4pm at Marquee, Victoria Park Function Centre. It will be a delightful afternoon of celebration of elegance, connection, and a cause close to our hearts. This year, we are thrilled to welcome Rebecca Sparrow as our guest speaker. Rebecca is a teen educator, author, and host of ABC’s Parental As Anything: Teens podcast. She empowers young people to build strong friendships and healthy boundaries. Bec also co-hosts Birds of a Feather, Australia’s most popular online book club, and is an ambassador for The Lady Musgrave Trust. Her latest book, Out Of The Box, co-authored with Madonna King, explores neurodivergence. Rebecca will be interviewed by former broadcast journalist and ATC mum, Kim Skubris. Tickets are $105 which includes lunch, dessert, glass of bubbles & entertainment. And of course we have a fabulous Raffle. Tickets are 3 for $10, 8 for $20 or 20 tickets for $50 All are available via the ticket booking platform HERE.
Dress Code is a splash of PINK! Seating is arranged by your son’s Year Level at ATC. If you'd like to sit at a specific Year Level table, please indicate this when booking. Don't forget to note any dietary requirements when you buy your ticket. Seats are limited. All queries are to Mel Kuflik CLICK HERE TO BOOK
2025 Meeting Dates
Further Meeting dates for Term 3 and 4 are: Tuesday 14 October for the 2026 Planning Meeting at 6.30pm and last meeting for the year is Tuesday 25 November. For any queries, or to express your interest in an Executive role on the P&F, please email the P&F Secretary pandf@atc.qld.edu.au
Funky Sock Donations for Year 12s
Each year, our Year 4s offer moral support to the Year 12s as they enter their final External Exam period. It’s become a tradition that Year 4s give a pair of funky socks to a Year 12 student and write an inspirational message to them. We ask that if you are able to donate one or two pairs of colourful, funky socks, please send them to your son's homeroom teacher by the Friday 10 October. This is entirely voluntary and you are not obligated to donate. Boys will write an inspirational message in their classrooms.
PAST STUDENTS' NEWS
Reunion for 2020 Past Students
ATC 2020 Past Students are invited to a reunion on Saturday 11 October from 4pm – 6pm at The Waterford Building to mark five years since graduation. Join us for snacks, snags and drinks and a catch-up with friends. Tickets are $15 and include food and your first drink. Beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase at the bar. Contact Tom Perissinotto, Harry Ebinger or Raph Barcelon with any queries. CLICK HERE for tickets and further details.
Jason Sepetauc
Deputy Principal
College Tour
If you know a family who are thinking of joining ATC, please share this information with them regarding our upcoming afternoon tour. We will show them through our teaching spaces, music rehearsal rooms, science labs and tech hubs on Thursday 18 September at 4pm They will also meet staff and chat with our friendly volunteer students about their journey at ATC. Registration link: https://www.atc.qld.edu.au/enrolments/book-a-tour
TERM DATES
Please CLICK HERE for the Ambrose Treacy College official term dates for 2026 to assist families with their planning.
