Dear Members of the Terrace Family,

It has been a relief to complete a full week at Terrace that bears some semblance of normality. Last week was one of the most unusual I have encountered in my many years working in education. The frequent changes, lack of consistent messaging and the speed of action at a Government level certainly kept the Terrace Family on their toes. I thank families for their understanding, ability to mobilise, and willingness to help others through a very challenging week. With only three weeks until the end of term, we hope to have an uninterrupted run into Easter.

Although it has been a more regular week in terms of school routine, we need to remember that many in our community, and certainly within the wider Brisbane community, continue to deal with despair and hardship following the loss of so much in recent weeks. A reminder that if you require any assistance, including food supplies, please contact our Care and Concern Group: CareandConcern@terrace.qld.edu.au

Last week, I shared photos of the flood’s impact on our Tennyson playing fields. Although the flood levels were not as high as those of 2011, it is fair to say that the facility has been significantly affected. Fortunately, there has been no contamination of the fields, but most structures and buildings will require significant reconstruction. As I have shared previously, we have already engaged insurers, builders and architects, and work has commenced.

The rebuild will likely take some time, and in fact, it may be several months before Tennyson will be fully operational again. Although the ‘Terrace Mud Army’ wasn’t required last week, there will be a need to mobilise helpers once the building work is completed. I will keep the Terrace Family posted on further developments at Tennyson. There have been several photographs of the damage at Tennyson posted on the College’s social media and we will continue to update the community this way. Sadly, it appears very unlikely that any further Cricket matches will be hosted at Tennyson for the remainder of this season. Only limited Rowing activities from the boatshed may be possible.

As has already been communicated, the GPS Swimming Championships were postponed from Friday 4 March to today for our Under 13 – Opens swimmers. The Junior GPS Championships (Under 10 – Under 12) will be held on Thursday 17 March. We wish our swimmers all the best for tonight.

In other GPS news, the Head of the River has also been postponed until Saturday 19 March.

Amidst the chaos of last week, the impact of COVID took a back seat. The restrictions imposed on schools have now been lifted, which means the mask mandate has been removed, large school gatherings are now permitted and online learning has been suspended. COVID remains present in our community with 29 students isolating and nine COVID positive. We have zero staff currently COVID positive. With rule relaxations now in place, it is even more vital that we stay vigilant with our hygiene and social distancing practices, particularly as we head into the Term 1 exam period.

Over the last couple of weeks, I have highlighted student stories in our College community. This week I would like to share the Friday Morning Roll Call at Waterford each week. The morning commences with a BBQ breakfast from 7am and is followed by staff working with students to revise work covered in classes during the week. While there is an academic focus at Roll Call each Friday, there is also a strong pastoral and relational focus that further enhances Waterford's unique experience for our Terrace students. The photo below captures the value of the Friday Morning Roll Call program and further highlights how a strong relationship between staff and students is key to the strength of the Terrace Family. Thank you to all the staff and students involved.

Finally, this week, I again thank all members of the Terrace Family for the support, flexibility, understanding and resilience that has been displayed throughout Term 1. It has been challenging to develop the familiar rhythm of school life so far this year. We remain hopeful that some predictability over the next few weeks will allow for re-establishing these important routines.

Have a great week and stay safe.

God Bless.

This week, I simply want to send a sincere message of good wishes to all in our community, but with a particular focus on those members of the Terrace Family who might be doing it tough. Last week was one of the more extraordinary school weeks in my memory, and no doubt, I am not alone in welcoming what has been a far more settled and regular week. I am conscious that the flooding badly impacted some of our staff, students, and families. Please accept my prayers and thoughts on behalf of the Terrace Family. I sincerely hope you can work through this difficulty in the quickest way possible.

While the events of last week influenced our capacity to continue the teaching and learning process, the message is: do not be concerned about this. All schools and their students were impacted similarly. Heads of Faculty and Subject Coordinators have adjusted term plans and assessment items to counter any loss of teaching time. I am confident there will be no adverse effects on our outcomes.

I want to pass on advance notice that our Term 2 Parent/Teacher/Student Interviews will be held remotely via Teams in Weeks 1 and 2 as per the College calendar. With COVID cases on the decrease, it is nonetheless still present in our community. This, combined with the great success we have experienced using a remote mode of meeting, has led us to this decision. Interview information will be made available to families when reports are uploaded early in the Easter holiday break. We will again review this and consider the mode of interviews before they are conducted.

I thank parents for your patience, flexibility and understanding as we have managed matters as well as possible. Again, warmest wishes to all and my prayers for an uninterrupted final few weeks of term.

The past fortnight has presented many challenges and sadness for our Terrace Family and our global human family with the pandemic, floods, and the invasion of Ukraine. Amidst all this, our Ash Wednesday liturgy provided us with a moment to pause and be still as a united, loving and supportive Terrace Family. Our Ash Wednesday liturgy theme was ‘my heart dares to go beyond,’ a further extension on the Year 12s theme for the year Dare to Go Beyond. Our reflection calls us this Lenten season to have hearts of sincerity through giving, hearts of humility through fasting and hearts of reflection through prayer. Students have committed to living this through their House Friendship Groups.

On Tuesday, we also came together to celebrate International Women’s Day. Students and staff provided photos of a significant female role model in their life. These images came together to create a Women’s Wall, shared on screens around the College. This initiative invited students to reflect on the impactful women in their own lives, be it mothers, grandmothers, aunties, sisters, family friends or teachers. The Women’s Wall allowed us to acknowledge and thank the remarkable women across our wider College community who have helped shape our Gentlemen of Terrace.

An important value in developing Gentlemen of Terrace is respect for women. As a young woman and new staff member, this has been my very early experience at the College. I am often asked by friends and family what the students are like. My consistent response is ‘they have a respectful gentleness about them’.

I think it is profoundly special to know I am not only using these words to describe our Gentlemen of Terrace, but to describe our next generation of men. These men are shining beacons of hope for the future. This is a testimony to the boys themselves and a testimony to our College Principal and leadership team, our teachers, non-teaching staff, and importantly, our parents and families raising our Gentlemen of Terrace.

In a society that devalued women, Jesus challenged the culture. International Women’s Day and Ash Wednesday provided a reflective space to Live Jesus in our hearts.

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, the use of e-cigarettes in the 15-24 year age bracket has doubled in the three years to 2019. I am very concerned about the 2021/22 statistics when reports are published in two years.

As you would be aware from conversations in the media or with your sons, the prevalence of vaping has exploded in the last 18 months in Brisbane schools. Several students have moved quickly to adopt the view that vaping is now a normalised aspect of adolescent life. The current feedback that I am receiving from our older students is that large numbers of people are vaping at any social gathering on a Saturday night. As parents, we need to plan to address this issue with our children. We can’t avoid the topic on this one. Here are some ideas from a recent article called Vaping: Risks, what parents need to know.

Talking to Teens: The key to every potentially tricky teen conversation is listening more than talking. The outcome you are looking for is to continue having open discussions about the topic.

Stay Calm: Try to remain calm when dealing with a vaping use issue with your son. Preload him with an 'If I find these. I’m going to confiscate them because I need to keep you safe' approach. Punitive measures in isolation will only cement rebellion.

A Taboo Topic: As parents, we need to be knowledgeable when talking about vapes. It can’t become a taboo topic. I try to keep across the issue by talking to our Year 11 and 12s about it frequently, but I still feel a little awkward with it. Ask your son to educate you about vaping. I'm also willing to share my own developing knowledge.

As always, SchoolTV is another good source of information for parents. The special report on Vaping last year can be found here. I wish I had a magic wand that could convince our students that they are taking a massive risk by vaping, particularly as there are no long-term studies regarding future health impacts from vaping. Terrace prohibits vaping in any form at the College or associated events. The College is responsible for providing a safe environment where your son is not exposed to unnecessary dangers, including vaping. If you have any concerns with your son in this area, please contact his House Dean or me for further discussion.

Finally, the current situation in the Ukraine and the flooding around Brisbane can be unsettling for students. Younger students may start to feel overwhelmed by the news cycle. Our counsellors experienced this during the early days of COVID-19 as well. This article titled, How to cope with bad world news, published by REACHOUT.com, is worth reading if you have a child prone to this issue.

At assembly on Tuesday, we had the opportunity to celebrate the College Swimming team before the rescheduled GPS Swimming championships. Like all of us, the team was disrupted by the extraordinary events of last week. However, their coaches have worked with the team in their preparation by focusing on the controllable and ignoring the uncontrollable. That is, to focus on the basics, the aspects of each swimmer’s preparation that they can control. You cannot control the weather or when the race is rescheduled, so don’t let these things distract you.

We are currently in the middle of a demanding part of the term for all our students – assignments are due, and exams are only two weeks away. Students will feel like there is a lack of time or motivation. We need to take a lesson from the Swimming team when you are feeling pressure and performance is not at its best – go back to the basics and concentrate on what you must do next:

• Revisit your study plan. If you have moved away from the plan – get back on track.
• As assignments are handed in – reallocate that time to prepare for your exam subjects.
• Students have all received your exam timetables – plan backwards from each exam, how much time you will spend preparing. Make sure you spend time preparing for each subject.
• Use the resources around you. There are many opportunities for staff tutoring (tutoring timetable is on the College App), be an active learner. Use this time to get assistance with the aspects of your work that you don’t know.

Most importantly, start now. Just like the Swimming team, attend to the basics – have a plan, work consistently, focus on the next task. Then you will experience success.

Several adjustments to the assessment calendar have been made to account for last week’s events. All changes have been communicated directly to students via SPIRE. Exam timetables for all year levels will be provided to students this week. These are also available via the College App.

Congratulations to Year 10 students Ben Zhang and Max Beckmann on their invitation to attend the Australian Mathematical Olympiad Committee Selection School. The principal purpose of this school is to extend each student's mathematical problem-solving skills and identify students who may become members of the Australian Maths Olympiad team. This selection is a wonderful recognition of Max and Ben’s hard work, commitment and diligence. We wish them all the best.

In the early years of high school, the relationship between adolescent boys and their teachers can become very challenging. Parents will often feel the same shift. Boys that were once compliant and eager to please through primary school start to challenge authority and push back on the rules and expectations. It is a natural part of development and part of growing up. They are seeking independence, in some cases, a bit too quickly. At this stage, we often find that adolescents are big on being respected but sometimes struggle with the concept that respect is a two-way relationship.

It is wonderful to witness the boys' transition during their time at Waterford. They are at an age where they are starting to mature and begin to see the effort put in by their teachers and non-teaching staff. They begin to shift their attitude from teachers being the enemy to their ally or supporter. Hopefully, they also start becoming more appreciative of the privileges provided to them at home. The opposite can also occur if they still have immature behaviours and choose not to work with their teachers. These boys find Waterford a challenging place, and they often perceive that they get picked on. The reality is that they are on the radar of their teacher because of repeated negative behaviours. They can go off the radar with repeated efforts to engage positively in the learning environment. Boys that are slow to realise this are the ones that find Waterford a challenge. Students in this age bracket start to move on to expectations and behaviours that align with the Senior school, where working together in collaboration with their teacher becomes the norm.

One of the most powerful stages in this evolution is when the boys themselves start to challenge their peers’ poor classroom behaviour because they start thinking, “you’re holding me back”. The class clown, who once had an audience that encouraged this behaviour, now finds that they are getting left behind and may become isolated from their peers.

The sense of community is growing at Waterford. There is an element of calmness in the building in the mornings before school. The boys have found their tribe and the place where they feel comfortable engaging with like-minded friends. The Eddie’s Brekky we often run at the Waterford entrance before school on Fridays is an excellent chance for staff and students to interact outside the classroom. There is an opportunity to purchase a bacon and egg sandwich and an iced coffee to raise funds supporting Eddie’s Van. The added benefit is that it is also a leadership opportunity for those that volunteer to serve others. These types of interactions are what makes Waterford a special time in the Terrace journey. Hopefully, your son can join us at the Eddie’s Breakfast this Friday morning.

After negotiations with Immersion providers, we have been able to allocate all 250 Year 10 boys into an Immersion program of their choice. These allocations were sent to your son’s student email. Over the coming weeks, more information will be provided regarding itineraries, equipment, and clothing.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the boys from the Waterford Council. The boys have been outstanding in helping to run the Basketball 3 on 3 Tournament, the Year 5 Futsal competition and the Eddie’s BBQ Brekky.

Production

Have you heard? Grease is the word!

Terrace and All Hallows’ have once again joined forces to put on the mega-hit – Grease the musical, which will take to the stage in May.

Starring Daniel Williams as Danny Zuko and Greta Salanitri as Sandy Dumbrowski (“you know - Sandra Dee”), this show has all the hits you remember, performed by all the characters you love and love to hate.

Rehearsals have been in full swing since the revised school term started, with a few focused days over the Christmas holidays. The students have been working hard on songs, including Grease is the Word and You’re The One That I Want (plus many others). It is shaping up to be a blast from the past that will have you singing along. There’s a lot to do three afternoons a week, these guys and gals are dipping, kicking, pirouetting and doo-wopping like it is 1959 to make sure we are putting on an A-grade performance - Miss Lynch would be so proud.

GPS Debating

With the cancellation of Round 6 against Ipswich Grammar last week, the GPS Debating focus is now for our home debates against our Blue and White fellow EREA brothers at Nudgee. We are looking forward to some spirited debates in this 'pink' themed round. Our Senior A team debate is at 6.15pm, and we would love to have a predominantly Red and Black audience.

QDU Debating

After a couple of false starts, QDU Debating finally commenced this week. Our Year 8s debated at St James College, and our Senior As debated at Terrace.

The results are as follows:

• 8.1: Won
• 8.2: Lost
• 8.3: Won
• Senior A: Won

Our Years 9 and 11 students debate tonight, and we wish them well (Year 9 at Terrace, Year 11 at AHS).

The updated QDU schedule is attached. Please ensure you use the most up to date information when preparing for your QDU debates. The QDU has also forwarded information regarding their COVID-19 Policy. Please go to the Terrace App and read their rules to ensure you are familiar with them.

Trials for the 2022 Queensland State Debating Team are coming to a close, with the Team Selection Night occurring on Sunday 20 March. We extend a massive congratulations to Thomas Nunn-Rutledge and Thomas Musgrave for reaching the Top 12, and we wish them good luck for Selection Night. Congratulations to all 17 Terrace students who participated in the trials and a special mention to Liam Cleary for reaching the Top 24.

How music helps us cope during a crisis

One of the benefits of collective music making is that it creates a sense of belonging and participation. It not only reduces a sense of isolation, but it also brings us together with a collective spirit of ‘we will prevail'. Dr Leah Coutts

The last two weeks is a reminder of how important community can be in times of hardship and uncertainty. Within Terrace Music, we are very mindful that many families have been impacted by the recent floods and the ongoing COVID situation. The phrase we will prevail rings true in my mind when I reflect on my interactions with the boys. Dr Leah Coutts, a senior lecturer at the Queensland Conservatorium, wrote an article discussing the benefits of music in creating a sense of community and bringing people together.

In the article, Dr Coutts references the Couch Choir, an initiative of alumni student Astrid Jorgensen who has reached out to people online and created virtual choirs across the globe in the hope of bringing people together in challenging times and providing hope through song. In Ms Jorgensen’s words:

We asked the internet to stop for a moment and to sing with us, and then we saw the magic unfold. Each video was like unwrapping a beautiful, personal, virtual hug.

We hope the result gives people something to smile about.

Dr Coutts continues that music can lift our collective spirits and provide us with a distraction from the worries of the present day. Scientific studies provide evidence that music improves our mental health and wellbeing. In her words:

When we listen to music, it boosts oxytocin, which is the feel-good hormone, and elevates dopamine, which helps us to feel connected, she said.

It seems counterintuitive, but it can help us to process our emotions and to feel like we’re not going it alone.

She encourages each of us to rediscover the joy of making music and the vital role of music in our lives. Imagine the outcome if we each took a moment to listen to music!

Musicians everywhere are turning to their craft, not only to stay connected to themselves, but to bring joy, healing and connection to people everywhere. I find that so powerful and inspiring.

Years 5 and 6 Norman Clarke Music program (Classroom Music)

All students in Years 5 and 6 will sit their first performance assessment for 2022 in Week 9. Students have been informed of the repertoire required for this solo performance. Additionally, all Band students have access to the Essential Elements online platform. This is a great practice and preparation asset for the boys.

The key to success on any musical instrument is practice. These quick tips can assist you and your son:

• Set aside time for home practice to happen, a fixed 10-minute timeslot, four days a week would see your son significantly improve. Regular practice is the key!
• As a parent/caregiver, if you can stop and take an active interest in what your son is working towards, this can serve as a great motivation for him. This can be done in several ways, including checking their SPIRE music page, which includes outlines and goals set for each week by their teacher or asking him to practice in the same room that you are in.
• Positive reinforcement is an excellent motivator.

Communication

A reminder that the Terrace App is used to store and disseminate information such as Event Memos for performances, Music and Speech and Drama Handbook and the weekly rehearsal schedule.

Performance and workshop notifications are sent out as a tour emailed via the Parent Lounge, and this will be used to ascertain who will be attending performances and for roll marking. I ask that you respond promptly to these notifications as we use this information, among other things, to generate rolls and book our transport (when applicable). Please keep in mind that all members of an ensemble are expected to participate in all performances. If you are declining a tour, could you also please inform the ensemble director and cc music@terrace.qld.edu.au

Finally, as these notices only go out to parents and caregivers, could you please discuss the event with your son to ensure he has the details entered in his calendar. You can view the Event Memo via the Terrace App. As they become available, links to the Parent Lounge will be mentioned in this Terrace News article. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Music Department music@terrace.qld.edu.au.

Notice

If any students wish to discontinue the Instrumental and Speech and Drama program, written notification by parents needs to be received two weeks before the end of term (Friday 18 March).

Events | Term 1

• Monday 4 April Anzac Marching and Pep Band Rehearsals
• Tuesday 5 April Anzac Marching and Pep Band Rehearsals
• Terrace Jazz Night Postponed
• Chamber Music Concert Cancelled
• Tuesday 19 AprilAnzac Band Rehearsal– Not proceeding

Events | Term 2

• Monday 25 April - Anzac Marching Band
• Wednesday 27 April - Pep Band Rehearsal
• Saturday 30 April - Pep Band
• 4-7 May - Senior Musical Production
• Tuesday 24 May - TPA Meeting
• Wednesday 25 May - Pep Band Rehearsal
• Saturday 28 May - Pep Band
• Saturday 4 June - Pep Band
• Sunday 5 June - Norman Clarke Concert

This past week has been catastrophic, not only in Brisbane but across the world in Ukraine. I can honestly say it has been a challenge thinking about what I can bring to my first Captains’ Corner. In my eighth year at Terrace, I realise the College has given us positive ways of viewing the disasters around us and the power to act. Through my involvement in sports (Cricket, Football, Rugby, Swimming and Cross-Country) and the Music program, I have grown to appreciate the importance of community. Being a proud member of the mighty Magee House, my interactions with our House Friendship Group – St Mary of the Cross, have enriched my perspectives and allowed me to embrace Mr O’Shea’s mantra to “buy in”.

Last week, when I saw the Russian tanks rolling into Ukraine, I felt sick at heart and felt fear for our world. Images of Ukrainian people fleeing as refugees and others preparing to defend themselves are devasting. And yet, these are coupled with pictures of Russian citizens willing to risk their safety and freedom by protesting against Putin. In Australia, we are limited in our ability to respond to stop this war, but we need to be committed to peace. My only response is to trust in the power of prayer. We can pray for the people of Ukraine and peace in the world. I urge you to join me in attending Mass next Tuesday to pray for peace together.

Closer to home, we have all seen the floodwaters rising around us. We all know people who have been impacted, homes that have been inundated, including our very own Tennyson. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you who have been impacted by this dreadful flood.

During this time, I have also witnessed the kindness of people in the community. I know many of you have already volunteered to help clean up your communities. On social media, I have seen the offers of accommodation, food, and even places to charge devices! People are kind. I challenge each of us to complete an act of kindness. Whether it be helping a neighbour, cooking a meal for Eddie’s Van, or volunteering for the Terrace Mud Army when Tennyson can be cleaned up, stand up in your community.

Dare to Go Beyond

We pray for the families of the following members of the Terrace Family who have gone to their eternal rest.

Mr Brian DWYER (GT 1946)
Mr Christopher MUSGRAVE (GT 1992)

Volleyball End of Season Celebration

Details: Saturday 19 March | 3 - 5pm
Venue: Duhig Place Cost: $12 per student | Includes hot dog, ice cream and drink
RSVP: Ticket sales close Wednesday 16 March | RSVP via link below
Dress Code: Students to wear Volleyball or Terrace Sport unifrom
For further event information, please contact Diana Weeden | polloni.weeden@optusnet.com.au

Mystery Raffle

Details: Sales will close at 4pm, Saturday 19 March | Raffle will be drawn at 4.30pm
Cost: 1 for $10 | 3 for $20 | 5 for $30
RSVP: Purchase tickets via link attached
Prizes: Over $3000 worth of prizes donated from Canterbury, Merlo family, Coronis family, Harvey family, Nudgee Golf Club, The Lord Alfred Hotel, Estee Lauder, Diablo Co., Brisbane Personal Trainers, Rebel Sport, Statewide Sports, Victoria Park, TerryWhite Chemmart, Eyecare Plus (Ashgrove) and Five Star Cinemas

Terrace Rowing Supporters' Luncheon

Details: Sunday 20 March | 11am - 4pm
Venue: Victoria Park Function Centre
Cost: Adult ticket | $75, Student ticket | $25
RSVP: Ticket sales close Monday 14 March
Dress Code: Henley style (loud blazers & summer dresses) | Students to wear formal uniform
For further event information, please contact Cate Clifford - Terrow Secretary | Terrow@Terrace.qld.edu.au

Due to the change of date, refunds will be available until Monday 14 March.

Terrow 200 Club Raffle

Details: Sunday 20 March 2022 | Tickets strictly limited to 250
Cost: $200 (+bf)
RSVP: Purchases close 2pm Sunday 20 March, or until sold out
Prizes: Full prize list available via below link
Draw: The raffle will be drawn during the Rowing Supporters' Luncheon
For further information, please contact
Tim Sheehan | terrow@terrace.qld.edu.au

Football Support Group Parent Evening

Details: Saturday 2 April | 6.30 - 9.00pm
Venue: The Lord Alfred Hotel | 68 Petrie Terrace
Cost: $30pp (+bf) | Includes cocktail food & drink on arrival
RSVP: Please RSVP via the below link by Thursday 31 March
For further information or event enquiries, please contact
Chris Shaw | chris.67.shaw@gmail.com

Terrace Family Race Day

Details: Saturday 23 April | 11.30am - 5.30pm
Venue: Doomben Racecourse
Cost: $140pp | Includes cocktail food, charcuterie board & drink on arrival
RSVP: Sales close Sunday 17 April
For further event information, please contact
Cate Clifford | Terrow@Terrace.qld.edu.au

2022 Years 5-9 Mothers' High Tea

Tickets on sale Monday 14 March
Details: Friday 29 April | 10.00am - 3.00pm
Cost: $55 (+bf)
Venue: Victoria Park Golf Complex
For further event information, please contact
Tammy Butterfield | tammy@bfhs.com.au

Year 7 Parent/Caregiver Welcome Evening

Details: Friday 18 March | 7.30 - 11.30pm
Venue: Darling & Co | 157 Given Terrace, Paddington
Cost: $60pp (+bf) | Includes canapes & drink on arrival
RSVP: Please RSVP via the below link by Friday 11 March
For further information or event enquiries, please contact

Loren Lockyer | lorenj@me.com

Year 10 Parent/Caregiver Welcome Evening

Details: Friday 25 March | 6.00 - 9.30pm
Venue: Parched Brewery | 391 Montague Rd, West End
Cost: $40pp (+bf) | Includes canapes & drink on arrival
RSVP: Please RSVP via the below link by Friday 18 March
For further information or event enquiries, please contact
Amy Nolan | amyxnolan@gmail.com

Year 9 Parent/Caregiver Evening

Details: Friday 27 May | 6.30 - 11.00pm
Venue: Uh Oh Spaghetti-O | 690 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
Cost: $45pp (+bf) | Includes canapes & drink on arrival
RSVP: Please RSVP via the below link by Friday 20 May
For further information or event enquiries, please contact
Michele Blanshard | mblanshard@roseandlily.com.au

Year 5 Parent/Caregiver Welcome Evening

Details: Saturday 4 June | 6.30 - 10.30pm
Venue: Parched Brewery | 391 Montague Rd, West End
Cost: $40pp (+bf) | Includes canapes & drink on arrival
RSVP: Please RSVP via the below link by Friday 6 May
For further information or event enquiries, please contact
Dawn Cox | dawncorke01@hotmail.com

Help the Queensland Brain Institute

Researchers at the Queensland Brain Institute are seeking healthy volunteers to participate in a two-part study looking at how cognition and the brain develop across the adolescent stage of life.

The study consists of two testing sessions: one involving computerised tasks and questionnaires, and a second involving an MRI brain scan. Testing will occur at The University of Queensland (UQ). Participants are reimbursed for their time at a rate of $20 per hour. Individuals under 17 years of age will be required to obtain parental consent.

We are eager to get some school-aged participants on board so do not hesitate to contact Imogen Stead at adolescentbrainstudy@uq.edu.au for more information, to register your interest or ask any questions.