21 August 2025

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Last week we acknowledged and celebrated the outstanding efforts and achievements of our students at our Semester 1 Celebration Assembly. This is an important event for our school community as it provides an opportunity to acknowledge all of our students who have demonstrated excellence across our Four Pillars: Academic, Cultural, Sport and Community.

Whilst maintaining a strong focus on academic achievement, we believe in holistic development of our students and also celebrate students sharing cultural talents, representing the school with pride on the sporting field, and making a difference through service and leadership. Through the implementation of our four pillars, our students continue to demonstrate what it means to be well-rounded, respectful and community-minded individuals.

The students recognised at this week’s assembly have shown dedication, perseverance and a positive attitude throughout Semester 1. They have engaged in their learning, participated fully in school life and made meaningful contributions to our strong school culture.

In the Academic Pillar, students are celebrated for their commitment to learning, growth and achievement across a wide range of subjects. 332 students received an Academic Excellence award for achieving a minimum of 4 A’s across their subjects on their Semester 1 Report.

The Cultural Pillar recognises those students who have embraced creativity and expression through the arts, languages and cultural events. 10 students received a Cultural Excellence award for demonstrated excellence within their respective fields of the creative arts (e.g SHEP and Creative Generation).

In the Sport Pillar, students are acknowledged for their effort, teamwork and school representation in sporting events and carnivals. 76 students received a Sporting Excellence award for representing MGH at a District or higher level within their chosen sport/s during Semester 1.

The Community Pillar honours those students who consistently demonstrated our school values to the highest level. 338 students received a Community Excellence award for achieving an A in effort and behaviour across all of their subjects on their Semester 1 Report.

Congratulations to every student who was recognised, their achievements are a testament to their hard work as well as the support they have received from their teachers and families.

As we move into the second half of the year, I encourage all students to continue to challenge themselves, try new opportunities and continue to uphold our four Pillars. Together, we will continue to ensure that our school community is a supportive place of learning where every student can thrive and succeed.

Andrew Beattie

KEY DATES

DROPPING OFF AND PICKING UP

Parents are not permitted to drop off/pick up on school grounds

Parents dropping off and picking up students must do so safely and without driving into the school grounds. We ask all parents/carers follow this instruction to keep our school safe.

SENIOR SCHOOLING

Mrs Sandra Wilson
Head of Department - Senior Schooling and VET

Year 12 – Photo Days

We have a few occasions coming up for students to look their presentable best.  Our senior jersey group photo will take place on Friday 22 August during SWT. Please make sure to bring along your jersey for this photo.

On Thursday 28 August all Year 12s will be having their formal group photo taken.  The expectation is that all students will be wearing the correct formal uniform, this includes ties, formal pants (no cargo pants!), formal shirts and shoes. The photograph will take place during period 2 in the Hall. Can’t wait to see you all there in your best uniform.

In Seek Worthy Things, our Year 12s are receiving specific instructions on how to unpack the content and dynamics of the external exams which they will undertake in Week 4 of Term 4.  Study skills through ATOMI and tips provided by Elevate are all available to students via their SWT Qlearn courses.

Shortly our Year 12s will participate in the “External Exam Prep” where they will be tested using the exams developed by the QCAA that replicate the style of the external exams.  The QCAA also release past exam papers and a public version of external exams on their website at https://www.qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/senior-subjects

The external exam timetable for Term 4 has also been released and can be downloaded from the link below. This latest version also includes details of the SEE language exams for those students who have registered. This can also be downloaded from the student Portal.

Year 11 Camp

This week students received information regarding Year 11 Leadership camp at Maroon Dam in Week 1 of Term 4. The talk from MOEC answered a lot of questions regarding what students can expect.  Students have expressed their interest in the activity groups, after hearing from staff who outlined the different groups, they can take part in.  These range from the highly physical group which undertakes camping out to the less physically demanding group which can develop their leadership skills through low ropes, canoeing and even rock climbing.  Camp packs and invoices have already been emailed so please make sure these are returned quickly to avoid disappointment. Forms need to be dropped off to the drop box at Student Services.

Ylead Leadership Day – 29 August

We are also providing leadership opportunities for students here at school.  Ylead will be here on 29 August, conducting a range of activities which will test the abilities of those wanting to become a school leader or who want to take on an active citizenship role in their lives.  Students should see or email Mr Lollback to express their interest.

Senor Education Training Profiles for Year 12s

Students are able to download, save and print their certificates and statements when they access their results via their learning account in the Student Portal on the myQCE website after Wednesday 17 December. Please make sure your student has logged in before this date to check their enrolments and internal assessment results, they will also need to update their contact details.

Year 12s need to ensure their QCAA Student Portal (MyQCE) uses a personal email, as their school email will cease when Year 12 also finishes. 

Parents and students can also access comprehensive information relating to the workforce through the 2025 school leavers guide. For parents interested in finding out about opportunities from employers for their school leaver, please email me on swils118@eq.edu.au with the subject: School Leavers mailing list.

Sandra Wilson

MIDDLE SECONDARY SCHOOL

Ms Stacey Warwick

Head of Department - Middle Secondary | Business | International Student Co-ordinator

Semester 2 has already started in a massive way for Middle School students. Last Monday’s Celebration Parade was overflowing with Year 9 and 10 students who achieved great things in both their academic pursuits and cultural and sporting endeavours. A particular mention goes out to: 

Bethany Chiu, Casey-Jade Diep and Josaphine Tennent for their involvement in CGEN 2025

A number of Middle School students were involved in the Senior Drama Club’s recent performance The Case of the Givers Board. With immense talent on display, both on and off stage, the drama club represents yet another talent aspect of the Mount Gravatt High experience. Well done to all students involved. Similarly, our Dance Troupe is an eclectic mix of varying year levels and their recent success is both a tribute to the students and staff involved in their efforts. Congratulations on your recent success! 

And, a big congratulations to Aesha Naidoo for her involvement in recent district Futsal trials. 

Subject Selection  

Information related to Year 9 into 10 subject options was presented to our Year 9 students recently at both a subject selection night and during Year 9 SWT. Students were offered a smorgasbord of subjects and the decisions around timetabling will be made shortly. The running of subjects is based on both student interest and the expertise of staff in particular areas, to provide for the maximum benefit in engaging in a subject. Students will still have time to discuss subject options with family and staff at the school before the end of the year. 

Highlights for Semester 2 

We have some key takeaways for Middle School students this coming semester, including: 

• Year 9 Laptop update 
  • Year 9s will receive their new laptops during SWT on Thursday, 21 August. 
  • Please check with students that they have backed up any documents onto a USB / hard drive / OneDrive as they will not be able to retrieve their work once the old laptop is handed in 
  • Students have also been given explicit instructions about not placing stickers on their new laptop. The only sticker will be the MGH “skin” which identifies their laptop as both a student laptop and with their individual name 
  • Please ensure the EQ permission forms (handed to students as a papercopy in recent weeks) is returned before or on 21 August 
• RACQ Learner Driver IQ workshop in Term 4 
• Middle School Celebration BBQ in week 10 of Term 3 

Year 9 Camp

The Middle School team is finalising details about the camp. Thank you for your understanding regarding the delay in getting information to you in this matter and further information will be sent out shortly, providing specific details of where and when the camp is and how much the camp will cost. We believe that the new arrangements, in Term 4, will bring amazing opportunities for our students prior to heading into their pre-senior Year 10 studies.  

Work Help and AARA Applications when absent for assessment 

Work Help is offered to Middle School students on Friday (from weeks 5 to 9 of each term), at second break in the RIRC. We encourage students, who may wish to utilise the supportive environment, to attend and work individually, in small peer groups and/or with teachers. To help stimulate brain cells, we offer fruit and sandwiches as an incentive to get proactive about their study. 

If a student is unable to attend school, due to illness or other circumstances beyond their control, they need to submit an AARA application to allow them further time to complete their assignments or sit a missed exam. Full details of the reason for absence are important to enable the AARA team to make a reasonable judgement on the reasons for absence. If you are able to obtain a medical certificate, it should be lodged with the application. With the assessment phase in full swing currently and reports due to parents and carers at the end of term, there may be a need for an AARA to be completed. The application can be found on the school website under “Support and Resources” > “Forms and documents” > “Documents”. There is a specific application form for Years 7 – 10. 

Stacey Warwick

JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL

Mr Lachlan Buckingham

 Acting Head of Department - Junior Secondary

Head of Department Update

It is with great pleasure that I would like to introduce myself as the Acting Head of Department for Junior School. I have recently moved down from Blackwater in Central Queensland where I previously held multiple HOD portfolios. I am thoroughly enjoying getting to know the fantastic students at Mount Gravatt High. I am looking forward to getting to know all students in Years 7 and Year 8 during my time here and working closely with the amazing Junior Secondary team to ensure all students are on track for success.  One thing that has very much impressed me is the fantastic attitude to learning that students have at Mount Gravatt, students are engaged in their learning and are actively seeking continuous improvement. Students here model the values of Growth Mindset, Inclusivity and Active Learning through their actions at school.

For me I believe that success starts in the preparation and that it is essential that students are coming to school ready to learn. It is very important that students are coming to school with:

• fully stocked pencil case
• fully charged laptop
• exercise books for each subject
• materials for specialist subjects
• e.g. PE Uniform, blue apron & safety glasses or ingredients for IDT, etc.

8 Hours of sleep every night. This is essential for students to be able to maintain focus for the whole day.

It is important that students are placing their laptops on charge every night to ensure they have enough charge to last the day. Students at MGH are provided with excellent learning opportunities each day from their teachers and to get the best out of this, students need to be fully prepared. Building good routines is essential for all students. 

We offer Level Up Club in the Junior School which is on once a week from week 3 – 9 each term. Students can attend and receive help with any class assessment or homework with support from student leaders and the Junior Secondary Team. We also provide brain food (fruit and sandwiches) to those who attend. Level Up Club will be on Thursday at 2^nd break in the RIRC Annexe.

Seek Worthy Things

Seek Worthy Things is a social emotional learning program that provides a foundation for students to understand themselves and others, and navigate their relationships, lives, work and learning. Developing social and emotional capability can help students to cope with everyday challenges and improve learning and wellbeing. The program focuses on elements from the Personal and Social General Capability Continuum in the Australian Curriculum. Students with well-developed social and emotional skills find it easier to manage themselves, relate to others, collaborate, develop empathy, set goals and resolve conflict.

Each term there is a unit aligned to our MGH student values as well as the elements of the continuum. In Term 3, we will focus Respect and Self- Awareness. This term students will be able to unpack their personal and emotional awareness and refine their reflective thinking.

 This term in Week 7 students in Year 8 will have a special presentation from Elevate Education focused on:

• Study Skills Kick Start
• Junior Time Management
• Memory & Mnemonics

Parades

Please see below table for our Term 3 parade schedule. Students are to arrive at 8:25am in the hall for parades and sit in form class/period 1 class in alphabetical order.

Junior Parade will be every second week. When Junior Parade ends, students will go to Seek Worthy Things (SWT). When we don’t have Junior Parade, students will have a full lesson of SWT.

Thank you parents and carers, for your support in bringing your student to school early on their allocated week.

Lachlan Buckingham

CREATIVE ARTS AND INDUSTRIES

Mr Anthony Pirovich

 Head of Department - Creative Arts and Industries

Film Night 

Drama Club

Congratulations to the Senior Drama Club on their 2025 production ‘The Case Of The Givers Board’! This was a period piece and murder-mystery written by Year 12 student Anna Clarke. The show was directed my Max Foster and Anna Clarke, who led the ensemble through months of rehearsals to realise a suitably dramatic production. Kudos to the whole team... be proud of your work!  

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Year 8 Dance 

Our Year 8 Dance students have been working hard on their assessment piece, focused on the genre of musical theatre. They've shown fantastic energy, creativity and commitment throughout rehearsals. It’s been great to see their confidence grow and we’re so proud of the amazing progress they’ve made. Well done! 

Year 10-12 Music

Candlelight Concert - Joe Hisaishi

Last Friday 15 August, Years 10 – 12 Music students visited the impressive St John’s Cathedral in Brisbane City for a real-life experience of professional musicians of Paradiso playing the music hits of Joe Hisaishi. Famous for his wide range of emotive film music that blends features of eastern and western music with both film and minimalist stylistic features, students were impressed by both the clever compositions and the inspiring performance abilities of the musicians. The vast space of the church along with the candlelight setting really made this experience memorable for all in attendance and will help students prepare responses for their upcoming performance, analytical and composition tasks.

Year 12 Music Extension

Our Year 12 Music Extension evening was held on Thursday 7 August in our school's Studio. Four talented students - Jasmine, Makena, Nicole and Rain shared their musical talent and progress with close family, teachers and friends as they performed repertoire they chose for their final IA3 that demonstrated both their musicality and technical ability. Covering a wide variety of genres, the evening culminated with a whole-group rendition of the hit 'Life is a Highway'. 

Thanks to all who supported or came along to celebrate this final performance with the students.

Vocal Concert 

Come experience an inspiring evening of music at Mount Gravatt High School’s Vocal Night. 

Date: Thursday, 28^th August 
Time: 6pm start 
Venue: The Studio 
Cost: Free 

Join us as our young creatives take the stage to showcase their voices in a dynamic celebration of song. From heartfelt solos to energetic ensemble performances, this is a night of variety and musical storytelling. Support our young artists and be moved by the talent within our school community. Let the music move you! 

Instrumental Music

Events and Dates 2025

Anthony Pirovich

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Mrs Mel Everingham 

Head of Department - Health Sciences and Sport

MGH Athlete Development Program

Athlete Profile

Name: Ella Sandilands
Sport(s): Athletics and Netball
Year Level: 10
Team/Club: Mt Gravatt Little Athletics and Hytec Netball at Coorparoo

1. What position or event do you compete in, and what responsibilities or skills does it involve?

Answer: I’m defence in Netball predominately GD and my role is defend the opposition and stop goals. In Athletics my main focus is Jumps mainly Triple Jump and Long Jump.

2. List your most significant achievements or personal bests in your sport. Why are these meaningful to you?

Answer: Reaching the Representative team in club netball at MDNA Netball Association and competing at the Junior State Age Championships. Representing Met East and placing 3rd, two years in a row at the All Schools State Athletics Championships jumping 10.97m in Triple Jump.

3. What are your short-term goals (this season/year) and long-term aspirations (beyond school)?

Short-term: To make the State Team and compete the All Schools National Championships this year.

Long-term: To continue to make National Titles through Queensland Athletics.

Mel Everingham
Head of Department – Health Sciences and Sports

HUMANITIES

Mrs Tanya Di Salvo

 Acting Head of Department - Humanities

Honouring Magna Carta Day: Year 12 Legal Studies Reflects on 1215

This Magna Carta Day, our Year 12 Legal Studies students explored the historic fall of King John and the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215. They learned how this landmark document established the principle of equality before the law, limiting the king’s power and introducing accountability. Symbolically, everyone received a piece of King John’s crown, representing shared equity and the idea that no one is above the law. This powerful lesson reminds us of the enduring foundations of justice in our legal system today. Making crowns was half the fun!

Year 8 Gets Hands-On with Landforms in Geography

In our Landforms and Landscapes unit, Year 8 students transformed the long jump pit into a creative outdoor classroom! By shaping their own mini landforms, they gained a hands-on learning experience that helped them visualise how natural features like valleys, hills and volcanoes form.

This active approach brought geography to life, making concepts easier to understand and remember. It was exciting to see students collaborate, explore and connect theory with real-world landscapes right here at school!

Year 11 Geography Explores Sustainable Urban Planning

In Unit 2: Planning Sustainable Places, Year 11 Geography students experienced a bird’s eye view of Brisbane’s urban sprawl and transportation networks. This perspective helped them understand how cities expand and the challenges of managing growth sustainably. They also conducted an on-site investigation at Kangaroo Point, examining how urban design impacts the environment and community wellbeing. Through these activities, students gained valuable insights into balancing development with sustainability, preparing them to think critically about the future of urban spaces and the importance of thoughtful planning for liveable cities.

Tanya Di Salvo

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

Mr Dan Hollis

 Head of Department – Design & Technology

Year 9 IDT – Building Custom Speaker Boxes

Our Year 9 Industrial Design and Technology students have been busy combining creativity, problem-solving and hands on skills to create their very own custom speaker boxes.

The project involves a variety of techniques and tools, giving students the opportunity to experience a complete design and build process. Starting with CorelDRAW, students have designed the front panels for their speakers, which were then laser cut using our CNC machine. To ensure a professional finish, they have used a router to round off the edges before sanding each panel smooth.

Students focused on the technical side of construction, developing their soldering skills to connect the electronic components and wire up the power supply. This hands-on work gave them valuable insight into how each part functions to produce sound.

This project has been an excellent way for students to apply both their technical and creative skills, and the results are already looking fantastic. We can’t wait to see and hear the final products in action!

Dan Hollis

INCLUSIVE PRACTICES

Ms Victoria Leadbeatter

 Head of Department – Inclusive Practices

The Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD) – August 2025

Every year, all schools in Australia participate in the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). The NCCD process requires schools to identify information already available in the school about supports provided to students with disability. These relate to legislative requirements under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and the Disability Standards for Education 2005, in line with the NCCD guidelines (2019).

Information provided about students to the Australian Government for the NCCD includes:

• year of schooling
• category of disability: physical, cognitive, sensory or social/emotional
• level of adjustment provided: support provided within quality differentiated teaching practice, supplementary, substantial or extensive.

The school will provide data to the Australian Government in such a way that no individual student will be able to be identified, the privacy and confidentiality of all students is ensured.

Please follow this link for a fact sheet about the NCCD for parents, guardians and carers if you would like to learn more. This factsheet has also been translated to other languages and is available at www.nccd.edu.au/tools/fact-sheet-parents-guardians-and-carers

If you have any questions about the NCCD, please contact the school to speak with Victoria Leadbeatter or email: vlead1@eq.edu.au

Victoria Leadbeatter

JAPANESE

Mr Lachlan Buckingham

 Acting Head of Department - Japanese

Mount Gravatt High Hosts Japanese Student Study Tour

From the 1 August to 11 August, Mount Gravatt High hosted 26 students and 3 staff from our Sister School in Japan. This is the second time we have hosted Tokyo City University Shiojiri High School. It was a fantastic opportunity for our students again to build connections and create lifelong memories. We would like to thank our 24 host families who took in the visiting Japanese students and created a very memorable experience for them.

We would also like to express our gratitude to Misato Kaneko, teacher at TCU Shiojiri High School, and staff from the Office Global Support, Ayumi Hori and Emi Furihata, for their efforts towards our partnership and this study tour.

I would also like to extend my thanks to Mount Gravatt teacher, Emily Jung who coordinated and put together an amazing itinerary for our visiting students. Emily went above and beyond to ensure this trip was a massive success and her dedication was very much appreciated by everybody involved. Another massive thank you to Stephanie Clark, who also went above and beyond to support Emily in ensuring a successful trip. I would like to thank both Emily and Stephanie for their efforts in coordinating and planning this trip.

The students had a full week of activities and excursions organised by Mount Gravatt High, Office Global Support and their Homestay Families. Some of the highlights of the trip were:

• Enjoyed Australian food at the welcome morning tea and farewell BBQ.
• Experienced Australian school life
• Participated in cultural exchange at our 7J Japanese Edge Cultural Afternoon
• Visited Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to meet koalas and Australian wildlife
• Explored popular Brisbane tourist attractions

We look forward to visiting Tokyo City University Shiojiri High School in Term 4 during our Japan trip.

Mount Gravatt hosts Utsunomiya Junior College High School

From the 8 August to 12 August, we welcomed students from Utsunomiya Junior College High School.  This is the first time we have hosted students from this school, and it provided a fantastic experience for Mount Gravatt students. Mount Gravatt buddies were able use their Japanese language skills in an authentic context.

Students experience English classes and also classes at Mount Gravatt High. On Friday afternoon we said goodbye to Utsunonmiya with an event filled afternoon. Utsunonmiya students had prepared traditional cultural activities and experiences for Mount Gravatt buddies.  We would like to thank all involved in planning and organising this valuable opportunity.

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7J Cultural Afternoon

In Week 4, we hosted Mount Gravatt State School Year 6 students and our visiting Japanese Students in a Japanese Cultural Afternoon. 7J presented their Kamishibai, folk tale paper theatre displays to the primary school students. Following this, students engaged in Kendama Challenge, Chopstick Races, Origami paper folding and Koma spinning tops practice. We thank Greer Sensei for organising this visit from MGSS students. All students had an excellent time engaging in cultural activities and celebrating Japanese language learning together.

Year 7 and 8 Japanese Obento Lunches

Grade 7 and 8 students participated in special Japanese lunch events at the end of Term 2 and start of Term 3. Students were able to try Japanese obento boxes provided by The Mazri Kitchen.

The Japanese EDGE students demonstrated leadership at this event helping to facilitate the event. We thank these EDGE students who volunteered at this event and helped to distribute the meals to the many students involved. These were very successful events where students enjoyed eating delicious food and learning about Japanese culture.

A massive thank you to Stephanie Clark who organised these lunches to provide students with these fantastic experiences.

Lachlan Buckingham

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL

Justin Harris (Year 10)

 SRC Student Journalist

Environmental Week

Environmental Week in week 3 was a major success! Not only was each activity incredibly busy, but many people across the school chipped in to make this run as smoothly as possible. We managed to collect a record-high number of bottles for just that week alone, so congratulations everyone!

Tuesday – Bingo Board Fundraiser & Eco-Friendly Coaster Making

Starting off strong on Tuesday, students were given the opportunity to weave their very own environmentally friendly coasters. A huge shoutout to Phoenix for leading this activity at lunch! Tuesday also announced the kicking-off of the Bingo Board! With 238 numbers available, and just $1 to enter, over 100 students selected a number and went into the draw to win a free Domino’s pizza. The funds raised all funnelled directly to the Eco-Centre for some new equipment!

Wednesday – Eco Kahoot

On Wednesday students participated in an eco-themed Kahoot quiz in the RIRC. It was incredibly popular and winners received an assortment of chocolates and lollies. Congratulations to everyone who competed and won!

Thursday – 10¢ Bottle Competition

During both lunchbreaks on Thursday, students were given the opportunity to test their inner trick shot skills. Mr Walsh created an excellent bottle-sized basketball hoop to fit over the top of our blue bins, and students could take their chances to win not just one red frog for their bottle, but up to four! This was incredibly popular again, and we even managed to fill an entire bin thanks to this genius endeavour.

Friday – Adopt-a-Plant & National Tree Day

And ending the week with a bang, Friday featured our Adopt-a-Plant fundraiser, in which students who had a 10c container could trade it in for a lovely plant to grow as their own. The options included snapdragon, cornflower, coriander and cherry tomatoes, and each as provided with a biodegradable pot. It was incredible how quickly stock ran out! Thank you to everyone involved. On top of this, for National Tree Day, students were provided with the opportunity to plant Australian native plants near the back of the oval to create their own legacy on the school and create a more diverse wildlife system for the future of the school.

This was such an incredible week and I can’t thank everyone who participated and facilitated these events enough. Now I know this isn’t everyone, but I would like to give a shoutout to Michelle, Will, Farxiyo, Phoenix, and Jasmann for their ongoing support. And of course, a huge shoutout to Mr Walsh for making these events possible at MGH.

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CLUBS 2025

NETBALL

Recently, our school netball teams took part in the annual Indoor Netball Competition. 

The 7/8, 9/10 and senior mixed teams all performed strongly, narrowly missing out on the semi-final playoffs. Their effort, teamwork and sportsmanship were outstanding and each player should be proud of their achievements. 

A special congratulations goes to our Boys team, who progressed to the grand final and delivered an incredible performance against Mansfield. In a thrilling and hard-fought match, they secured victory with a final score of 19–16. 

The Boys team will now go on to compete in the South East Queensland gala day on 22 August. We wish them the very best as they continue their incredible run! 

Congratulations once again to all players and coaches for representing our school with pride! 

WINTER UNIFORM

During the colder months, we recommend wearing the winter uniform in layers to provide extra warmth. Layering is ideal for chilly mornings and allows for easy adjustment as the temperature rises throughout the day.

Winter uniform includes:

Long pants - dark college grey. Trousers must be worn with the belt (approx. 30mm black leather belt with plain buckle).

Jumper - Red poly/cotton V-necked jumper with black MGH embroidered. Students may wear the school jumper or jacket. Sleeves are to be worn at the wrists (not pushed up the arms). When worn with sports uniform, polo shirt is to be tucked in so it cannot be seen.

Jacket - Black and red microfibre jacket with black collar, zipped front embroidered with MGH.  Students may wear the school jumper or jacket. Sleeves are to be worn at the wrists (not pushed up the arms).  When worn zipped up with sports uniform, polo shirt is to be tucked so it cannot be seen.

Track Sport Pants - Plain black microfibre, with cotton lining (optional in Winter, June to August) and are to be free of logos and stripes. 

Scarf - Red with embroidered MGH (optional in Winter, June to August) and must be purchased from the uniform shop.

Senior Formal Tie - Year 10-12 boys to be worn during winter.

All items are available from the Uniform Shop.

Stockings - Plain black or charcoal stockings are optional year round for all girls. They should not be worn with socks or sport shorts and must always be in good condition. Please note, they are not available for purchase at the Uniform Shop.

Students are permitted to wear layers under their uniform, such as white singlets, long-sleeved shirts, or thermal items, as needed, provided they are fully covered by the uniform.

Senior jerseys may be worn.

HOMEWORK GUIDELINES

Homework is a very valuable part of the learning process.  In the less structured environment at home, students have the opportunity through focused activities to deepen knowledge, refine a range of skills and develop their thinking processes.  Homework also enables time management and organisational skills to be developed.

A teacher at a state school may require a student of the school to complete homework. The school’s Principal decides what is a reasonable amount of homework for a student at each year level. In deciding what is reasonable, the principal takes into account the following guidelines as developed for the school under Section 427(2)(f) of the Education Act.

Click on the link to Mount Gravatt High’ website to view full details and responsibilities

STUDENT SUPPORT

At Mount Gravatt High School, we understand that empowering our students involves providing a nurturing environment that addresses their diverse needs. Our dedicated team of professionals, including guidance officers, a social worker, a school-based youth health nurse, and a community education counsellor, ensures that your child will receive the support they need to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.

As parents and guardians, your involvement is key to our students' success, and we encourage you to reach out to any of our support staff if you have any questions or concerns. Together, we can create a positive and enriching educational experience for your children at Mount Gravatt High School.

GUIDANCE OFFICER NEWS

How to help when your teen feels lonely.

It can be hard to know what to say or do to support a teenager who might be shutting themselves off due to feelings of loneliness and isolation. This guide is full of great tips and strategies that parents can use to help them connect with their teen, as well as support them to connect with others.

Parentline: Support and advice for all Queensland parents and carers

Being a parent can be rewarding—but it can also be challenging. Whether you’re trying to support your child with school issues, friendship challenges, behaviour, or tough moments at home, it’s completely normal to feel unsure about what to do next.

Parentline is a free and confidential service available to all Queensland parents and carers. No problem is too big or too small—and reaching out early can make a real difference.

Parentline offers advice and support on a wide range of parenting topics, including:

• bullying and friendship issues
• parent–child relationships
• parenting strategies and behaviour management
• mental and emotional wellbeing—for both children and parents

You can speak with a trained professional by phone or webchat (6am-midnight), seven days a week.

An online bullying support forum is also available. This is a safe, moderated space to connect with others, ask questions, and share experiences.

📞 Call 1300 30 1300

💬 Visit parentline.com.au

Because parenting doesn’t come with a manual—but help is here when you need it. 

Options Career Bulletin

Each newsletter you can look forward to the latest edition of the Options Career Bulletin. This newsletter is a comprehensive tool for career investigation and can be a valuable assistance in career planning.

Career Information Bulletin 12 and 13 are now available to view.

You can view using the following link:

Your Guidance Officer Team

Appointments with the Guidance Officer can be made via the following link: Guidance Officer

Our Guidance Officer Team
Daniel Wilson, Sarah Stubican and Genevieve Barnes

STUDENT WELLBEING

School based social workers work as a link between school, home and community by providing counselling, advocacy, resources and crisis management to students and families.

Social work is a values-based profession, aiming to improve people’s lives by promoting social justice, human rights, equity and wellbeing.

If you would like to know more about the services our school based social worker provides, please contact either Ms Janie or Ms Jenn. 

With a background in youth work and inclusive practices, Jade White has joined MGH to assist with school engagement and general wellbeing. Offering a quiet space for when students may be feeling overwhelmed or just need to chat, drop ins are welcome (located in SC1 beside the Engagement Hub) and regular appointments can be made.

Ms White will be available for things like goal setting, strength-based strategies, tailored programs to suit individual needs and group intervention. Her focus to seek positive outcomes for both students and their school community.

Ms White will be available Monday to Friday, and is located in SC1 beside the Engagement Hub.  She can be contacted via email jwhit1287@eq.edu.au.

Jade White
Student Support Officer

Barbara is available Monday and Tuesday, if you would like to contact Barbara, call the school or email direct, bcars52@eq.edu.au

Barbara Carson
Community Education Counsellor

SCHOOL-BASED YOUTH HEALTH NURSE

School Based Youth Health Nurses work in secondary schools across Queensland, with their focus being on preventative healthcare, early detection and brief intervention for all the students in Year 7 to 12.

Confidential Student Appointments

Students can make an appointment with the SBYHN in person, by emailing nurse.mtgravatt@health.qld.gov.au or via the student counter, to discuss any questions they may have about their health and wellbeing. These appointments are confidential, and the nurse will not share any information without the student’s consent, unless there is a significant risk to the student’s health or safety.

In most cases, the SBYHN encourages students to talk to their parents or carers about their health and wellbeing issues and often the nurse supports students to do this.

Individual health consultations may include:

• Early detection of actual or potential health problems.
• Providing information, options or referrals to relevant health services to provide them with further assessment, treatment and/or support.
• Provide brief interventions and/or referrals to other services as appropriate.

Some of the main issues for which students have accessed the SBYHN this year have been mental health, including social and emotional wellbeing, relationsnhips, family issues, stress, eating issues, sexual and reproductive health, drug use (including tobacco and alcohol) and growth and development.

Please encourage the young person in your care to contact the nurse if they require any information or support for any health-related issues.  The SBYHN can also take referrals from teachers and parents at nurse.mtgravatt@health.qld.gov.au. Esther is available Wednesday and Thursday.

Esther McCall
School-Based Youth Health Nurse

FINANCE

Mrs Sarah Harvey
Business Manager

Thank you to families who have either paid the annual SRS fee in full or are paying via term instalments or a customised payment plan.  The Term 3 instalment was due 25 July 2025.

If you have not yet made an SRS payment or arranged a payment plan, we ask that you contact our Student Accounts team as a matter of priority to arrange this.  Our contact details are: studentaccounts@mtgravattshs.eq.edu.au or 3291 5222.

Please also note that students can only attend camps, excursions, sports and extra-curricular activities if the students' SRS fees are up to date.

If you have any questions or require assistance with a payment or a payment plan, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

Sarah Harvey
Business Manager

BIKE STORAGE

Mount Gravatt High has provided secure storage for student bikes. Students requiring access to the secure bike storage will be issued with a fob/dongle device. These devices have a $20 security deposit.

Please see Accounts Department or office staff for further details including access agreement.

Sarah Harvey
Business Manager

P&C NEWS

2025 P&C Executive Members

Become a Volunteer

Have you got one morning a month you could be a volunteer in our Canteen or Uniform Shop or would like to volunteer at fundraising events? You do not have to be a member.

It is a great way to meet other parents, enjoy a social outing and be involved in your child's school community. Grandparents and family members are most welcome. 

If you have any questions, please contact the office on (07) 3291 5222 or email pandc@mtgravattshs.eq.edu.au

Thank you for your support and for helping to make our great school even better.

CANTEEN

Canteen Menu

Full Menu on Flexischools

Please see Flexischools for our full menu and how to order your child’s lunch and snacks. The canteen also has daily specials, snacks and drinks available at both breaks.

UNIFORM SHOP

The P & C Association Uniform Shop carries the full range of uniforms necessary for your student to attend Mount Gravatt High. All compulsory uniform clothing items are available including socks. 

Uniform Price List

Online Orders

Orders via Flexischools can be collected from the Uniform Shop during opening hours.  

https://www.flexischools.com.au/ 

Second-hand Uniform Sales

• Second Hand Uniforms available washed and ironed.

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 7:30am – 11.00am

The Uniform Shop is closed on public holidays and school holidays. 

Unwanted Uniforms

If you are interested in selling your unwanted uniform, please bring in your freshly washed and ironed items to the uniform shop. A 50% commission is deducted from the sold items and cheques will be issued twice a year.

Lost property – can now be collected from the Uniform Shop

There is a lost property box outside the Uniform Shop or please see Mrs Brown in the Uniform Shop.

The amount of lost property that we have on hand continues to grow and it is overwhelming how many hats, clothing and other items we have mounting up.  We are confident parents do not want to continue to pay for the same items over and over again.  Please NAME your student’s items.

Gayle Brown - Uniform Shop Manager

Mount Gravatt High Dress Code

The required black school shoes and sporting footwear are not available from the Uniform Shop and must be purchased separately.

Past Students

To join Mount Gravatt High Alumni simply download the application form below or contact Mount Gravatt High on 3291 5222 or email admin@mtgravattshs.eq.edu.au

OUR ENVIRONMENT

Bird Bee Butterfly Bush Care

You are invited to come along, meet locals, international students and community members while unwinding and getting fit with some gardening.

Join us afterwards for cake and a warm drink.

Date:                   Second Sunday of every month
Venue:                 Mount Gravatt High, the green corridor above soccer oval. School oval behind 52 Bentham Street.
Time:                   3:00pm - 5:00pm
Contact:              Laurie or Sheamus on 0409 273 874 or just turn up on Sunday afternoon. 
Bring:                  Hat, water bottle and walking shoes

Afternoon tea provided with a guarantee of fun and fitness.

Supported by Mount Gravatt Environment Group, Griffith University students and our local community

Containers for Change – Envirobank

Mount Gravatt State High School Enhances Sustainability Efforts with 15 New Recycling Bins

We are thrilled to announce a significant step towards enhancing our school's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Recently, Mount Gravatt State High School has received a generous donation of 15 new recycling bins from Containers for Change, marking a pivotal moment in our efforts to promote recycling and reduce waste within our campus.

COMMUNITY SPORT & RECREATION

International Sports Camps

Holland Park Cricket

Kids Karate

Sun Bae Taekwondo & Hapkido - Mount Gravatt Hall 

Monday and Thursday evenings

For more information, please contact Master Bradley on 0414 574 574 or visit the website www.sunbae.net

Scouts Queensland Holiday Program

SCHOOL ZONE PARKING

Electronic Gates at Loreburn Street

The Loreburn Street entrance electronic gates are now operational. This new addition aims to provide ease of operation and assist in managing traffic within our school grounds, ultimately enhancing the safety of our students.

The decision to install an electronic gate was driven by our commitment to ensuring a secure and controlled environment for our students and staff. By allowing access to authorised vehicles only, we can effectively monitor and regulate the flow of traffic on school grounds reducing congestion and minimising potential risk to students and staff.

It is crucial for all parents, guardians, and visitors to note that all other vehicles, apart from authorised vehicles, are required to remain outside of our school grounds at all times.

We kindly request your cooperation in adhering to this policy.

Brisbane City Council's School Zone Parking Compliance Program

Parents parking illegally at school drop offs and pick-ups are on notice with Brisbane City Council

School parking is being targeted by council officers in a program designed to tackle illegal parking around schools, from blocking driveways to parking on yellow lines.

Brisbane City Council has advised that parents are not complying and are parking over driveways, on yellow lines and double parking so council officers will issue fines for illegal parking to prevent the issue affecting local residents and student safety.

Council officers will be conducting patrols around the school to ensure safe parking. Parking fines will be issued in cases where illegal parking is observed.

We would like to take this opportunity to ask parents, guardians and visitors of our school to complying with local traffic conditions and laws and respect our neighbours by not parking across driveways, or waiting in driveways.

SCHOOL WATCH

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