Dear Members of the Terrace Family,

Welcome to the start of the 2022 school year, albeit slightly different to the usual start. Over the last two years, we have become accustomed to change and have demonstrated our ability to adapt our plans and adjust to the challenges presented to us. I remain confident that we are well prepared for the beginning of the 2022 academic year.

By now, students in Years 8 – 12 have commenced their learning journey online, with all students scheduled to return to the College campus and face-to-face learning from Monday 7 February.

This week, I have written to all families regarding the Queensland Government’s ‘Back to School Plan’. Additional information is also available on the College website and College App. I will not repeat this information in the Terrace News except to emphasise that all members of the Terrace Family must comply with COVID-Safe protocols, including handwashing, mask-wearing and social distancing (where possible) and most importantly, if you are not feeling well – stay at home.

I wish to acknowledge and thank the staff for the work they have done in preparing for the year and, in particular, for their work in preparing and conducting online learning.

We have continued to conduct our usual Parent Information Evenings over the last two weeks, with more scheduled next week. All of these evenings will remain online as a result of the current COVID restrictions impacting schools. These presentations provide input and information from staff and I again encourage parents and caregivers to join the evenings online.

Despite the unusual start to the school year, we have made a conscious effort to continue with as many of our activities and events as possible – including the co-curricular program, Information Evenings, Parent/Mentor meetings and Academic Assemblies. While many of these events will convert to online presentations, they will all proceed at this stage. For up-to-date information regarding activities and events, please refer to the College App and the electronic College calendar – both are regularly updated.

Throughout last year, the College staff, led by Ms Ralda Deoki, Dean of Pedagogy and Learning Innovation, worked on developing a new Learning Management System (LMS). This work has seen the introduction of the College’s new Pedagogical framework and the launch of SPIRE, our new LMS. Ralda has provided some information about these developments at the Parent Information Nights held so far and will continue to update the Terrace Family throughout the year. I would encourage parents and caregivers to speak with their sons about SPIRE, which replaces our previous Learning Management System, Moodle. You will find that SPIRE provides a comprehensive site for learning and general information. At this stage, only students and staff have access to SPIRE, but access will be expanded during the year so that parents and caregivers will be able to use the system as well. I would encourage you to continue to talk to your sons about SPIRE and how it is being incorporated into their classroom learning.

With the return of students on Monday, I ask all parents and caregivers to demonstrate the highest levels of safety and awareness at drop-off and pickup times each day. Rogers Street is the preferred pickup area as Victoria Street is very narrow. Please avoid double-parking or simply stopping in the middle of the street to pick up your son. If there are no spaces in Rogers Street when you arrive, please drive around the block and try again. Similarly, please avoid parking and leaving your vehicle in Rogers Street in the afternoon as it is a designated two-minute pickup area. I cannot stress enough the need for care and consideration both in the morning and the afternoon – not just for our 1750 students, but for our Spring Hill neighbours’ sake.

Tomorrow, the Year 12 parents/caregivers and students will gather at different times during the day for their Year 12 Induction Liturgy. This is an important ritual and a special time for our Year 12 students and their parents/caregivers. Because of COVID restrictions, numbers will be limited at each Liturgy. I remind all the Terrace Family that the ceremonies will be streamed for those who cannot attend in person.

Following the completion of the three Induction Liturgies on Friday, we look forward to informally welcoming our 2022 Year 5 students onto the College campus. Our newest Terracians have been invited to come to the College to bring their books, set up their desks and meet their teachers. This will make coming to school on Monday 7 February for the first real day of learning just that little bit easier for everyone. I wish all our Year 12 and Year 5 students the best for a special day on Friday.

Finally, this week, I thank all families for their patience and understanding as we navigate through the commencement of the 2022 school year. It was great to see many of you at sport last Saturday. I encourage you all to stay COVID-Safe and remind you again that if you or your son are unwell – stay at home. Students at home can access all their lessons online, at least for the first few weeks of Term 1.

The Gregory Terrace Foundation board is seeking to appoint up to three new members to ensure that we have the capacity and skills to oversee our mission: to assist the College by raising funds for the Building and Bursary Funds. Positions are open to the extended Terrace network past, present and future. For more details about these positions please see the ‘Current Opportunities’ section of our website.

Good luck with the start of the school year, and I look forward to welcoming Terrace students back to school on Monday 7 February.

God Bless.

Dr Michael Carroll

A very warm welcome to all in the Terrace Family as we commence another academic year, albeit under unusual circumstances. I hope that the holiday period provided an opportunity for some rest and renewal in preparation for all that lies ahead at our busy College. This is my 30^th year as an educator, and the first-ever commenced with classes delivered online. While we are disappointed that we were unable to meet face to face, we very much look forward to a somewhat normal resumption next week. I trust that students from Years 8-12 have managed to navigate our new Learning Management System – SPIRE and have made a strong start with their learning. There is no substitute for being on campus, and we love it when the College is humming with the everyday busyness. I would like to extend a very special welcome to new students and their families to the College. I hope that the Terrace journey is smooth and rewarding for you all.

The start of the new year also sees us welcoming new staff who either commenced at the College late last year or at the beginning of 2022. Some of our new staff will complete contracts to cover periods of leave, while others are joining us in a continuing capacity. On behalf of all in the Terrace Family, I warmly welcome:

Non-teaching staff

• Rachael Archibald (Art Aide)
• Nikita Bedwell (Peer Minister)
• Angelique Bowler (Fees Administrator)
• Harry David (Peer Minister)
• Finlay Lester (Counsellor)
• Ose Motuga (HPE Aide – Semester 1)
• Lachlan Rhodes (Art Aide)

Teaching staff

• Samantha Ackroyd (Science, Chemistry)
• Taylor Broughton (RE, English, Humanities – 12 months)
• Callum Butkus (RE, English – Term 1)
• Thomas Da Forno (Year 5)
• Michael Dash (Science, Physics)
• Trina Denner (English, Literature, English and Literature Extension)
• Jon Fitzgerald (Business, Economics, Mathematics)
• Michelle Hasking (RE, English, Humanities – 12 months)
• Haydn Hirsimaki (Science, Mathematics)
• Philip Lam (Mathematics – Term 1)
• Louis McAfee (Business, Mathematics – Semester 1)
• Aimee McLean (Year 6)
• Catherine Porter (Program Leader, Retreats and Service Learning – 12 months)
• Elizabeth Readford (Head of Faculty – Religious Education)
• Russell Self (Mathematics – 12 months)
• Ross Towns (Science, Mathematics, Learning Enrichment)

A significant aspect of my role as Deputy Principal is overseeing all matters relating to our Human Resources. As with any workplace, for the weeks ahead, we are preparing for the possibility of larger than normal levels of staff absence. While we hope this will not be the case, the advice we receive indicates that it is a distinct possibility. Teacher absences impact the classroom, and we are developing plans to manage this as efficiently as possible. Communication this week from Dr Carroll, will outline our plans to continue the teaching process as seamlessly as possible in the event of both student and staff absences.

I look forward to seeing our students back on campus next Monday and the opportunity to connect with parents and caregivers in the coming weeks. Here’s hoping for minimal disruptions to school throughout 2022. My warmest regards and very best wishes to all.

The Journey

A warm welcome to all our new families beginning their Terrace journey this year and welcome back to existing families. I trust everyone had an enjoyable Christmas with loved ones.

Last weekend, I attended my parents’ house auction. After 43 years, our six-bedroom family home has now been sold. Standing at the auction on Saturday, I must admit it was with mixed emotions. As I am one of five kids, our family has a lifetime of memories at this house. My first day of primary school, my first day of secondary school and my first day of university were all while living at this house.

As the auctioneer was doing his thing, I could not help but think of many of my childhood memories – some good, some bad. It is a cliché, I know, but it only felt like yesterday. It was a bittersweet moment, but I am so happy for my parents, who are about to embark on their next adventure.

While I was living there, I never really noticed the house, but looking back now, it is amazing how much magic and love existed within those walls.

By the same token, whatever year your son is in, or how long you have been a part of the Terrace Family, don’t take it for granted. Whether you are a parent or student, take the time to appreciate this rollercoaster – the highs, the lows…the journey. It is an experience of a lifetime.

Take time

Take time to think – it is the source of wisdom.
Take time to dream – it is the fountain of the future.
Take time to play – it is the way to stay young.
Take time to reflect – it is the way to know God.
Take time to smile – it is the road to happiness.
Take time to laugh – it is the music of the soul.
Take time to love – it is God’s greatest gift.
Take time to pray – it is the greatest power on earth.

I wish all members of our Terrace Family the very best as we commence the school year. May the year ahead be blessed with the joy of friendship with one another. I look forward to meeting new students and families in the coming weeks and working with our community to enrich the Faith and Mission program of our College.

Live Jesus in our Hearts…Forever

St Joseph…Pray for us.

Thank you to parents and caregivers for ensuring students were organised and ready for online classes over the last two weeks. With a new learning management system (SPIRE) in place for 2022, we are very pleased with how the boys have engaged in their learning to commence the term.

Next week, we welcome our new Year 5 and Year 7 students into the Terrace Family. Unfortunately, the need to manage COVID in schools has necessitated several changes to our usual start of year processes. Regrettably, parents/caregivers will not be permitted to enter the College on Monday morning. Years 5 and 7 students will be met at the gates on Rogers St and directed to the relevant gathering areas. Year 5 students will gather on the Mt Sion Rooftop and Year 7 at Duhig Place. Year 5 students will be dismissed from classes this week at 3pm while the remainder of the year levels will be dismissed at the usual time of 3.10pm.

Please ensure that your son presents on Monday with his hair cut appropriately. No mullets, no undercuts. Hair needs to be gradually blended on the back and sides with no skin fade. Our mantra to the boys is that wearing their uniform is an outward sign of what their school means to them. The boys still have a way to go with their presentation when transiting home in the afternoon on public transport. As usual, we will be reminding students that they are required to obtain a uniform card from their House Dean if they have forgotten an item of their uniform that day. Any student who cannot present a uniform card to a staff member when exiting the College in the afternoon will be given a consequence to assist them in making this process a priority during the day.

If your son catches public transport, I request that you continue to speak with him about expected common courtesies, general road safety and especially the need to cross at the lights at the Valley five ways intersection. Please note that go-cards need to be renewed each year. College staff will continue to monitor this area and be in touch as required throughout the year if standards deteriorate.

The College will again be implementing several COVID-Safe practices to help slow the spread of infection through the College community. Students are required to supply their own masks daily but can also purchase a disposable mask from Student Services for 50c. As outlined in the principal’s correspondence this week, I remind parents that students need to remain at home if they are sick. Students developing any COVID symptoms at school will be assessed by our Sick Bay staff, and parents will be contacted to collect their son from school. On collection, Rapid Antigen Tests will be provided to parents to be administered at home.

Welcome to Term 1 2022

I am looking forward to seeing all students back on campus on Monday. One of the highlights of the new school year is welcoming the new Years 5 and 7 students, parents and caregivers as they enter the College for the first time. The Terrace journey will begin soon for these young men and their parents/caregivers. While we have had to delay this start, next week will be a week of new beginnings, friendships, and new opportunities.

Next week for those students and families returning to familiar grounds, it is about reconnecting and transitioning from online learning to school mode - to get back into the school day routine. To refocus and reset your academic goals for the year.

From a practical point of view, Term 1 Assessment Calendars have been distributed for students in Years 8-12. These calendars are an essential organisational tool for students and the first step toward academic success. Students should now spend the time planning out their time, especially concerning upcoming assignments. Additionally, during the first part of the term, students in Years 5-10 will spend time in Formation class, learning how to construct a study plan, of which the assessment calendar is the starting point.

I will speak to the student body regarding the following four points to start the academic year:

1. Presence – in class, be ready to learn, be an active learner, work with your peers and teachers.
2. Organisation – the goal this week is to complete a study calendar. Use the Assessment Calendar as your starting point.
3. Persistence – academic success = consistent effort + time. So, start ASAP.
4. Resilience - students will have tough times throughout the year. They need to ask for assistance, bounce back and be persistent.

I look forward to working will all students and parents to ensure the best academic outcomes from the year ahead.

Welcome to Waterford as you and your son start your Year 10 journey at Waterford Place. We are pleased to finally welcome your son next Monday to the Waterford campus after the delayed start to the school year.

Waterford plays a significant role in the formation of the Gentleman of Terrace, and I am looking forward to walking with your son through the first half of the year.

Face-to-Face Learning | Monday 7 February

Waterford Place is open from 7.30am each day. Your son can access the building using his Student ID card.

Year 10 Parent Information Evening | Thursday 3 February, 6pm

The Year 10 Parent Information Night will provide some more detail about the Waterford journey and information about the Immersion program in Term 2.

Please join this online event via Teams, using the following link here.

Canteen

The Waterford Canteen is open at Morning Tea and Lunch only. Please note the Waterford canteen is not open before school. For new students, please visit www.flexischools.com.au to register and deposit funds to your family account.

Reporting your son’s absence from school at Waterford

To report your son’s absence on any school day, please contact our Waterford Office via email at waterfordplace@terrace.qld.edu.au or phone 3214 5400.

Parent/Mentor interviews (online) | Wednesday 9 February

There is an opportunity for you to meet your son’s new Waterford Pastoral Care Mentor online to share information about your son. Please refer to previous communication about this event.

Personal presentation

I wish to emphasise the importance of every student’s presentation upon his return to school. The way we carry ourselves and appear is a crucial aspect of the Gentlemen of Terrace and a key tenet of being a member of the Waterford Place community. In my letter home, I clearly outlined our expectations about personal presentation, particularly hair and uniform.

It is expected that hair is kept neat and tidy and not styled or cut in an extreme manner. Tracks, braids and razor-fade haircuts are not permitted at all, which includes the line where the hair is parted. Hair must be cut evenly with the sides and back clearly above the collar and the fringe cut to a length above the eyebrows.

We have a dedicated and outstanding faculty of teachers and support staff at Waterford. I am confident that you will find Waterford Place an inclusive and welcoming community.

Welcome to Waterford 2022!

Debating

Congratulations to the 8.1 and 12.1 teams who won against Churchie on Friday night. It was fantastic to get our season rolling and see everyone back in their Debating uniforms, ready to represent the College.

Round 2 this week is against Brisbane Boys’ College, hosted at Terrace. We recommend all boys meet their coaches at least 15 minutes before their debate outside GT125.

The following teams will compete against BBC: 8.1, 9.1, 10.1, 11.1, 12.1 and Senior A.

The following teams will compete against fellow Terrace teams: 9.2, 9.3, 10.2, 10.3, 11.2 and 8.2/8.3.

Room allocations can be subject to change; however, times are set.

Music Showcase

The GPS Music Showcase scheduled for Week 3 has been postponed due to the delayed start of school. We will communicate more when a new date is set.

Workshops for Debating, Music and the Musical

Our activities were challenged with change at the eleventh hour. However, all workshops were able to continue with an amended program. All Senior and First ensembles and teams were able to begin their season. Thank you to the staff and students who could attend, allowing the year to start well.

Support Group meetings

The Terrace Performing Arts (TPA) and Debating Support Group (DSG) meet regularly throughout the year. These parent support groups assist the various activities in our program in many ways.

Meetings are held as per the College calendar. The first meetings for the DSG and TPA will be held on Tuesday 8 February.

We would like to invite all parents and caregivers to these meetings, starting at 5.30pm. The TPA meeting will be held in the Francis Rush Room, and the DSG meeting will be held in the Mary Rice Room at Mt Sion. This is best accessed via Rogers Street.

Support Group meetings will be held online if necessary. Should you wish to contact the Debating Support Group, please email: DSGChair@terrace.qld.edu.au (Ms Nicole Quinn) or the Terrace Performing Arts, please email TPAChair@terrace.qld.edu.au (Mrs Jenny Barends).

Staying in touch

To keep in touch with all things Cultural, we suggest you download the Terrace App and follow us on Twitter (@GTCulture) and Instagram (terrace_gtculture) to ensure you don’t miss anything. If you have any photographs or videos that you would like to share, please tag us.

TWITTER @GTCulture

INSTAGRAM terrace_gtculture

YOUTUBE Terrace Culture YouTube Channel

Welcome to Term 1 Sport

On behalf of the Sports Office, I would like to welcome all families to another year of Terrace Sport.

Throughout the holidays Rowing, Cricket, Volleyball and Swimming put the finishing touches to their preseason preparation:

• Rowing: Camps at Bundaberg and Tennyson, training at Tennyson
• Cricket: Clinics, trial games and training
• Volleyball: Selection trials, clinics, trials and training
• Swimming: Day camps and training

Thank you to all families, boys and coaches who made themselves available for training over this period in preparation for the start of the GPS fixtures and the upcoming championships. It is not always easy to juggle sporting commitments with family needs at all levels. Your time and dedication are appreciated, especially with the changing training situations for our higher-end programs.

As well as these in-season Term 1 sports, our Term 2 sports, Cross Country, Tennis and Football have started their preseason preparation. Please check the App for the individual details around sign-on and training commitments. Please note in-season sports take precedence over preseason training.

Students of all abilities are catered for, supported, and encouraged to compete in the Sports program. The elements of representing Terrace - playing with your mates, teamwork, and discipline - allow for each young man to create their own experience here at Terrace.

Message from GPS regarding the start to Term 1 Sport

A graduated start to GPS Sport and Activities has been agreed to safeguard all those in GPS Sport and Activities.

Commencing Round 1 - 28/29 January, GPS Competitions will be conducted for Flagship Teams, Opens and A division teams in Year levels 7-12 for Cricket, Debating and Volleyball. Championship sports of Swimming and Rowing will commence with reduced numbers 12 years and over on 28 and 29 January respectively.

Schools will be allowed to train and participate in trial matches as approved by individual School Headmasters/ Principals in the lead up to a return to full scheduled competition in Round 3, 11/12 February.

Term 1 Round 1 and 2 GPS Competition roundup

Last Saturday, we had a strong start for our 1^st XI Cricket and 1^st VI Volleyball programs in Round 1. Both teams played with great spirit and composure against Churchie.

Buckley House Dean Mr Anthony Baruksopulo will be Coordinator of Cross Country in 2022, assisted in leading the program by Head Coach Mr Damien Jeffries (College Compliance Manager). Both men have great experience in the sport and the preseason has started well.

Reidy House Dean Mr Michael Wooldridge has been acting Coordinator of Swimming since Term 4 last year and will continue in Term 1 while Mr MacDermott is on leave. Michael has been doing a super job, and the swimmers have been hard at it in anticipation of the GPS Swimming Championship in Week 5.

Physiotherapy Clinic

In Terms 1, 2 and 3, we will be undertaking a Physiotherapy Clinic run by Mr Pat Cruice (Terrace parent) from All Care Physiotherapy, Spring Hill, on a Monday lunchtime to cater for any injuries which may occur.

This clinic will aim to provide students with an initial assessment of an injury from the weekend’s sport to determine if treatment is recommended. Students seen will be given a summary of their injury, recommended action to take and initial advice, obligation-free. Students are welcome to continue treatment with All Care Physiotherapy or your own Physio.

• When: Term 1 - Monday each week Term time starting Week 5 – Week 10
• Time: 12.35 -1.10pm
• Where: College Hall

Please note there is no payment for this clinic. It is a voluntary situation for both parent and student.

Support Groups

Parents and caregivers can support our Sports programs through dedicated Support Groups. Support Groups meet regularly, and all parents and caregivers are most welcome to play an active role in supporting their sons and our programs. Please check the College calendar for meeting dates.

I would like to thank the following Chairs of Support Groups for their dedicated service and welcome our new Support Chairs for 2022:

• Basketball – Mr Jeff McKee
• Cricket – Mr Matt Jackson
• Cross Country – Yet to be filled
• Football – Mr Matthew Richards
• Rowing – Mr Scott McGeever
• Rugby – Mr Lee Bodimeade
• Swimming – Mr Matthew Voltz
• Tennis – Mr Shane O’Kane
• Track and Field – Yet to be filled
• Volleyball – Mr Andrew Weedon

Parent Lounge

Participation in the College sporting program is growing due to the quality of the sporting programming that allows for all levels of participation and quality of coaching across the individual sports. With around 1200 students participating each weekend in GPS sport, the flow of communication to this number of families is essential in keeping everybody informed. It is vital to ensure sure you sign on electronically via PARENT LOUNGE for in-season and preseason activities offered each term.

Attendance at training

I ask that all boys commit to their attendance at training and present ready for their games, home or away and lead-up meets. Representing the College is something to be valued. Being a team member who can be depended on entails sacrifice and commitment, no matter what level or activity.

Uniform

Please be aware that all Directors, Coordinators and coaches have been asked to monitor training and playing uniforms. We want to ensure that we represent the College and ourselves on and off the field with the highest standards.

Communication

Please download the College App and select to receive notifications for your sons’ chosen activities to remain up to date. You will find updates, training schedules, team lists, playing schedules, game/meet locations, and further information under the individual sport.

Please note we are moving away from ongoing email communication, with the College App the primary source of communication.

If you have any questions, please refer to the College app or contact the Director or Coordinator of that sport. If there is anything further, please feel welcome to email me at the Terrace Sport email sport@terrace.qld.edu.au

Have a great Term 1 in Terrace Sport.

Cricket

Overnight rain and a dark sky welcomed the start of the GPS Cricket Season for 2022 and the first round matches against Anglican Church Grammar School and supplementary matches against Brisbane Boys College in the 4^th XI and 5^th XI teams.

In what was a brilliant start to the season, every Open team won their fixture, along with the 11As and 8As. A special mention to 8A Theo Bacalakis who scored 109 not out for the 8As in his first-ever game for the College.

The 1^st XI had a fantastic victory against Churchie. It was one of the rare days that occur when plans come together, and everything seemed to go right. It was great to see boys out playing cricket, even if restricted in numbers, which we know will grow over the next couple of weeks to full capacity.

We look forward to the internal matches this week and the competition matches against Brisbane Boys’ College in home and away fixtures. The 1^st XI will be playing on Internationals Oval, and welcome all support!

Volleyball

Round 1 of GPS Volleyball saw the program take on Churchie in a reduced fixture. There were a number of solid performances across the program against a traditionally strong Volleyball school, including a number of epic three-set matches that went down to the wire.

Special mention must be made of the 1^st VI who upset one of the competition favourites in an outstanding three sets to one victory. We look forward to Round 2 against Brisbane Boys’ College this Saturday before the full program commences on 12 February against Brisbane Grammar.

Dare to Go Beyond

I commenced my Terrace journey in 2015 as a chubby Year 5 student with my socks pulled up high enough to meet my crisp new shorts. I had no idea what to expect. While being greeted by Year 12 students wearing white shirts on the first day, I still remember the feelings of anxiety and excitement running through my body. This day truly feels like yesterday, and now, in the blink of an eye, the Seniors of 2022 will commence their final year at the College. The beginning of the school year also witnesses the welcoming of new Terrace Family members who are about to embark on their journey here at the College. Although many students are yet to arrive due to COVID protocols, many new students will be experiencing various feelings and thoughts as they arrive at a new school with over 1700 students.

Throughout my time at Terrace, many students have made a positive impact. Countless acts of selflessness are witnessed each day, which can be seen through as little as a conversation with a younger student. The impact a simple conversation can make is incredible, and it has shaped not only my perspective of Terrace but also many others. One student who had an enormous impact on me was Matthew Lo Grande (GT 2017). Matthew was an influential leader, but most importantly, he was generous with his time for others, including younger students. I learnt so much from his ability to make others feel important and his acknowledgement of students. Matthew went above and beyond.

The Gregory Terrace theme for 2022 is Dare to Go Beyond. As committed students, we need to strive to go above and beyond by committing ourselves wholeheartedly, whether starting a conversation or through study, Culture or Sport. Dare to exit those boundary zones, just like Matthew did. Create opportunities and have a positive impact on others at the College. I challenge every student, new or returning, to encourage others to make that positive influence by daring to go beyond. The difference you make will influence others, resulting in an infectious roll-on effect in our College community.

Be open to the challenge.

Terrace 2022, Dare to Go Beyond

Welcome to 2022, and what we know will be another exciting year for the TLG. We would like to extend a special welcome to those parents and caregivers who are new to the College. Unfortunately, 2022 has not started as planned with our welcoming events and opportunities for parents and caregivers to socialise on campus not being able to go ahead. Please remember there will be many more opportunities as the year progresses.

The TLG has a long tradition at Terrace of providing hospitality for the College, Care and Concern and organising social activities for our community. All parents and caregivers are members of the TLG. We appreciate the volunteers who have taken on roles to assist the TLG this year.

Introducing the TLG Committee for 2022

• President – Hayley McBrien
• Vice President Logistics – Nicole Hoffman
• Vice President Hospitality – Jane Hogan and Kate Richards
• Secretary – Erin Bledsoe
• Treasurer – Mary Caroline van Paassen
• Coordinator of Social Representatives – Louise Weir
• Care and Concern – Di Ames, Victoria Bryant and Linda Beckmann
• Year Level Social Representatives – Thank you to the many parents who have taken on this role.

In 2022, the TLG will hold one meeting per term. Each meeting will have a guest speaker. Our first TLG meeting is scheduled to be held in Term 1. We will advise the date and time once we can confirm these details. We are hoping to have a face-to-face meeting(s) on campus. However, it may be necessary to hold online meetings depending on how the COVID situation progresses. College Principal Dr Michael Carroll will be our guest speaker at our first meeting. We look forward to hearing about what has happened over the holidays and what is planned for the new year.

We wish our Year 12 gentlemen and their families all the best on Friday 4 February, at the Year 12 Induction Ceremony. Although the event has had to be adapted to fit with current conditions, with the help of our Year 11 families, we have been able to provide a small memento for The Class of 2022.

Please join the TLG mailing list by emailing tlg@terrace.qld.edu.au to keep up to date with meeting dates, guest speakers and all TLG events.

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

• Mr Madden CURRAN (GT 2019)
• Mr Vincent Bede DALEY (GT 1957)
• Mr Brian HEALY (GT 1945)
• Dr Ronald HAMBLETON (GT 1955)
• Br Len KEMPSTER – a member of the Terrace Community 1984
• Br Len MARSHALL – Superior at Terrace in 1974
• Mr Bernard MARONEY (GT 1960)
• Mr Ian MCCROSSIN (GT 1951)
• Dr Kevin MCKENNARIEY (GT 1965)
• Mr Frank O’HARE (GT 1945)
• Mr Paul QUINN (GT 1963)
• Mr Charles ‘Terry’ RUSSELL (GT 1956)

Parent Information Evenings

The annual Parent Information Evening allows you to hear from relevant members of the College Leadership Team in addition to key staff for your son’s year at Terrace.

This year’s evening will be held online via Microsoft Teams. All links are available via the College App.

Years 9 and 10

Details: Thursday 3 February | 6.00pm

Year 12

Details: Wednesday 9 February | 6.00pm

Terrow 200 Club Raffle

Details: Drawn Sunday 13 March 2022 | Tickets strictly limited to 250
Cost: $200 (+bf)
RSVP: Purchases close Saturday 26 February, or until sold out
Prizes: Full prize list available via below link
For further information, please contact
Tim Sheehan | terrow@terrace.qld.edu.au

Non-Executive Director - The Gregory Terrace Foundation Board Member

Are you considering board and governance opportunities? Are you passionate about shaping the strategy that supports the financial sustainability of our College for the future? The Gregory Terrace Foundation board is seeking to appoint up to three new members to ensure that we have the capacity and skills to oversee our mission: to assist the College by raising funds for the Building and Bursary Funds. Positions are open to the extended Terrace network past, present and future. The roles are unpaid voluntary positions for a period of three years (with opportunity for renewal).