10 September 2025

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

As our senior students approach their last formal assessment for 2025, it is an appropriate time to remind all students of the importance of implementing strong study habits.

It's never too early – or too late – to develop good study habits. The sooner you develop good study habits, the easier school becomes and the greater the chances you have of achieving your potential.

Below are some tips for getting the most out of study.

• Pick a place - Everyone has their own idea about the best place to study. Whether it's your bedroom at night or the library after school, find a study space that works for you and stick with it.
• Set up your study space - Your study space should be quiet, comfortable and distraction-free. It should make you feel happy and inspired. Decorate it with your favourite pictures or objects. If you want to listen to music or burn incense, pick a space that lets you do that.
• Find your best time - Some people work better in the morning. Others work better at night. Work out which time suits you and plan to study then. Avoid studying too late, pushing yourself late at night can make you too tired to study properly.
• Study every day - If you study a little bit every day, you'll be continually reviewing material in your mind. This helps you avoid the stress of last-minute cramming. Earlier in the year an hour or two a night might be enough to stay on top. As exams approach you might need to increase your study time.
• Make to-do lists - Lists break tasks down into manageable chunks. At the start of the week, make a list of what you need to accomplish by the end of the week. Make a to-do list at the start of each study session, so that you're clear about what you need to be doing with your time. 
• Review and revise - At least once a week you should go back over the material you've studied in class. Thinking things over can help you to understand the concepts and help you remember when you need them the most.

These tips are just a few strategies you can do to get the most out of your studying. You might already have other ideas that work better for you, feel free to share and learn from your friends and teachers.

Wishing all students the very best in their upcoming assessment and trust that these study tips will be helpful. 

Andrew Beattie
Principal

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 – Celebration Day

On the 15 August, the Year 12s headed for an excursion to celebrate our 100-days to go milestone! We began the day with a picnic at New Farm Park, where people brought a variety of mouth-watering foods.

Our next stop was Urban Xtreme where we enjoyed rock climbing, trampolining, launch jumps, a ninja course (where many people challenged the Wall), dodgeball and of course laser tag! There was a student vs teacher where the students abolished the teacher team by a mile. Congrats to us!!

It was a great break from all the stress, and we are all grateful for our Year 12 Dean, Mr Sammon along with other teachers for having organised and joined us on our celebration day!

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Year 11 & 12 Key Dates

Our seniors have a busy time ahead.  In weeks 9 and 10 our Year 11s will be completing Unit 2 exams during study leave and Year 12s have a busy time with external assessment preparation exams.  Students are provided with study planners and timetables for some of their general subjects, provided by our resource partner ATOMI.  These planners are available from the Seek Worthy Things Qlearn course.

Don’t have a planner provided for you? Create your own. Atomi provide the tools to help you develop your own plan, to achieve success, no matter what subject you study.  As long as you study!

Now is also the time to register for QTAC.  Year 12s who haven’t met with a Guidance Officer to discuss their future plans should do so before September to organise their QTAC application and register to receive their ATAR. 

https://atar.qtac.edu.au/sessions/signin  - don’t forget to sign up to receive your ATAR and share your results with the school to help us celebrate and support all students as they go into the future.

Ylead

Students in Year 10 and 11 were once again trained on how to develop leadership skills and become valuable team players through Ylead Leadership day.  Good luck to all who have nominated for Senior Mentor, Senior Leader or Sports, Vice and School Captains.

Parent Webinars

Help your senior students navigate Year 11 and 12 through the Elevate Parent Webinars.  The next term 3, 2025 webinar available is: 

• How You Can Support Your Child During Exams
• 18 September 6:30-7:30pm (AEST)
• Register at https://go.elevateeducation.com/auschoolwebinars 

Last Chance QCE credits

Our last Barista shortcourse for the year will be running next term.  Dates are Friday 17 October and Friday 14 November, at a cost of $300.  If you are interested in Barista, RSA, RSG and food hygiene, in preparation for employment, please email Mrs Wilson on swils118@eq.edu.au. 

Find out about other career, work and further education opportunities through the Careers Hub Newsletter.

Sandra Wilson
Head of Department - Senior Schooling | VET

MIDDLE SECONDARY SCHOOL

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

Opportunities for Middle School student's pathway planning:

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

PPEP presentation in Week 1, Term 4

PPEP Talk® is a fun, medically accurate and age-appropriate information session incorporating the modern neuroscience of pain, of benefit to all students, particularly the 1 in 4 girls and people assigned female at birth with severe period pain. Approximately half of these girls and people assigned female at birth will develop endometriosis during their teens and twenties. The Program, lasting one hour, is delivered by fully trained educators and incorporates animation, video and interactive components. It includes specifically developed resources for use during the session and resources for girls with pain to take home and discuss with their parents. The 60-minute session is followed by an opportunity for individual students, or teachers, with specific or personal pain concerns to discuss these with the program educator individually. In this way, PPEP Talk® provides early intervention and supports girls, families, teachers, and schools at a time when pain is more easily managed, and the life effects of pain and missed school can be most efficiently minimised.

RACQ Learner Driver IQ workshop Week 2, Term 4

The RACQ Driver IQ Program is a one hour road safety awareness program that is offered free of charge to students in Queensland. The program is both interactive and engaging and utilises a resilience-based approach to empower novice drivers to survive and thrive throughout their driving journey. Key aspects of each stage of this journey are explored including the required 100 Learner hours, being a passenger and effectively dealing with them as a driver and handling breakdowns and accidents. Students are equipped with tangible, real-world strategies to enable them to maximise the Learner phase in preparation for progression to the provisional driving phase and thriving beyond this.

Discover your future in Cyber Security Webinar, Week 3, Term 4

Cybercrime and cyber security are growing industries in both Australia and globally. Some challenging statistics related to cybercrime include:

• Top 3 cybercrime types for individuals (according to an Australian Signals Directorate report published in November, 2023)
• Identity fraud
• Online banking fraud
• Online shopping fraud
• Cybercrime was up 23% when this report was published. That is an average of a report every 6 minutes
• Queensland reports more cybercrime than any other state in Australia

So, if you are interested in a future career in the cyber security industry, the myfuture website is offering a free information webinar on Wednesday, 22 October, 5.00-6.00pm.

To register, go to:  Discover your future in cyber security webinar

Year 9 Camp

The Middle School team has begun distributing information about this year’s camp, being held at the QCCC Mapleton (Rainforest) campus. Parents and Carers of Year 9 students should have received an email recently from our Year 9 Dean, Mr Ben Littleton, regarding details of the camp. This information is outlined below:

2025 Year 9 Camp

In 2025, Year 9 students will be attending a camp at the QCCC Mapleton. The camp will be fully supervised by qualified camp instructors and Mount Gravatt teaching staff. Our staff will be further assisted by Year 11 volunteer mentors.

The details of the camp are as follows:

Departure from school:                 8:30am on Monday 10 November 2025
Return to school:                            Approximately 2:40pm on Wednesday 12 November 2025
Transport:                                        Airconditioned Bus, seat belted coaches
Venue:                                              Queensland Conference & Camping Centres, Mapleton.
                                                         70 Obi Obi Road, Mapleton QLD 4560
Cost:                                                 $280 (Bus, accommodation, food and all activities)

Attendance at the camp will focus on the skills of commitment and challenge. Your child will be exposed to a range of activities and events such as: Canoeing, Giant swing, Flying Fox, Abseiling and the Triballink Mud Challenge, a high-energy, culturally grounded experience inspired by the Jinibara and Kabi Kabi peoples and their journey to the Bunya Festival that will challenge them to try new things and commit to 'having a go'. This is part of developing leadership skills for senior years at school. We encourage your child to attend.

Please be aware that student participation will be based on respectful behaviour, attendance and payment of school fees. If school fees or unexplained absences are outstanding, these will need to be attended to as soon as possible. Students will be able to attend camp and may receive an invoice providing they do not have any:

• Outstanding unexplained absences. Unexplained Lates and Absence Reports will be issued to parents. Please provide explanation and signature for each absence and have your student return this to Student Services as soon as possible. If you have any concerns, contact Middle School Deputy, Ms Stacey Warwick swar3@eq.edu.au
• Outstanding school fees. Students with outstanding school fees are ineligible to participate in this excursion until the outstanding amounts have been paid in full (unless there is an approved payment plan in place). If you have any payment concerns, please contact our Accounts Receivable Officer, Ms Holle Luff, at studentaccounts@mtgravattshs.eq.edu.au
• Suspensions from school during Semester 1, or multiple behaviour incidents involving non-compliance recorded on OneSchool during Semester 1.

Payment for camp must be made by 2:40pm Friday 10 October 2025.

Please find attached medical, dietary and consent forms. These forms must be completed and returned with payment information no later than Friday 10 October 2025. If you have any queries regarding camp, please do not hesitate to contact the school on 3291 5222.

AARA Applications when absent for Assessment

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
Head of Department – Middle Secondary & Business

JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL

Mr Lachlan Buckingham
Acting Head of Department - Junior Secondary

This term is moving by very quickly and we are at the pointy end of the term where students are fast approaching their assessments. It is critical that students know when their assessments are due and when their exams are. Having this written down is essential. A reminder that these have already been emailed out at the start of the term.

In preparation for this it is essential that students are at school every day. Being at school every day allows your child the best chance for success. If they do miss a day due to a reasonable excuse, such as illness then it is important that students are catching up on the work missed.

To ensure students have the best chance for success they need to ensure they are coming to school ready to learn. The best way you can support is ensuring:

• A full 8 hours of sleep every night, which no screen use 40 minutes before going to sleep.
• Reminding students to pack their bag every night with equipment they will need the following day.
• Reminding students to charge their device overnight, to ensure it is fully charged ready to start Period 1.
• Setting an alarm each morning to ensure enough time to have breakfast, pack lunch and get to school before 8:30am.

These will ensure that your child has the best chance for success coming to school each day. I also encourage you to check in with your child and see how they are feeling coming up to assessment time. What subjects are they feeling confident in? What subjects are causing some stress? Taking the time to unpack these with your children can be very beneficial in reducing stress and anxiety around assessment time.

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.  This offers students an additional opportunity to receive support, which can be very beneficial leading up to assessment time. 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. 

Lachlan Buckingham

CREATIVE ARTS AND INDUSTRIES

Mr Anthony Pirovich
Head of Department - Creative Arts and Industries

Dance Troupe

Dance Troupe have had a busy 2025 competing at the Ipswich Dance Eisteddfod, Beenleigh Dance Eisteddfod and Dance X Competition at Wynnum. Their success reflects their excellent teamwork. Congratulations to our Dance Captains, Eva and Sienna whose leadership and commitment have guided the troupe to success. At our most recent competition at the Gold Coast on 29 August, the troupe won further accolades: 

• Combo Jazz - 1^st Place 
• Junior Jazz – 2^nd Place 
• Contemporary – Very Highly Commended 
• Elite Contemporary – Highly Commended

Screen and Media Gateway to Industry School

Mount Gravatt High is a Screen and Media Gateway to Industry School. We are proud to partner with Essential Screen Skills.  This Gateway to Industry Schools project is proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government.

The Screen and Media Gateway to Industry Schools project encourages partnerships between industry, government, schools and their communities to build Queensland's future Screen and media workforce. The Screen and media industry is widely recognised for its growing economic and cultural contribution to the state. Ensuring the Screen and media industry in Queensland has a steady stream of new workers is an incredibly vital part of the industry’s success moving forward. This Gateway to Industry Schools project is proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government. 

Facebook:  
https://www.facebook.com/essentialscreenskills
Instagram: @essential_screen_skills  
https://www.instagram.com/essential_screen_skills
YouTube: @EssentialScreenSkills  
https://www.youtube.com/@EssentialScreenSkills

Visual Art 

Our Year 10 and 11 Visual Arts students recently enjoyed an inspiring excursion to GOMA and QAG. The visit provided them with the opportunity to engage directly with a diverse range of artworks, explore different styles and techniques, and gain valuable insight into how professional artists communicate ideas through visual expression. 

Instrumental Music

Events and Dates 2025

Anthony Pirovich

ENGLISH

Mrs Gina Ellis
Head of Department - English

Within the English faculty, focus throughout the year levels have been on a variety of novel studies.  The opportunity to read as a class, listen to audio, independently read and read to each other has been our goal.  Then of course there is the deeper dive into the author’s intentions, followed by the purpose of every character, the imagery, textual features and so many more enquiry questions.  The study of literature is an opportunity for all students to have the doors open to a multitude of scenario possibilities and to imagine walking in the shoes of others.  This is in turn is the conduit that will inspire and encourage all the amazing creative writing that is produced here at MGH.

During Term 3, Maddi Wheeler was the driving force behind our Creative Writing Competition which was open to all students from Years 7 to 12.  There were 3 categories, Junior, Middle & Senior.  Stimulus in the way of images was provided to all students and from there the creative stories were produced.   The jury is out now as all the stories will be shared amongst several teachers for judging.   Winners will be announced next term.   Thank you, Miss Wheeler and Miss Knight, for your supervision and support to all our budding writers.

Over the next 3 weeks, assessment will be taking place for Years 7, 8 and 9.  Year 10 are currently sitting their Romeo & Juliet exams.  In week 10, Monday 15 September, both Year 11 and 12 English students will be sitting their respective exams – 11 English Monday morning, 12 English Monday afternoon.  For Year 11 this is the completion of their study of The Crucible.  For the Year 12s this is an important exam in preparation for the external exam will take place in week 4 of Term 4.

So, there is plenty going on for our students as we navigate through the next couple of busy weeks.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Mrs Mel Everingham
Head of Department - Health Sciences and Sport

HPE Week

What an fantastic way to celebrate HPE Week 2025!

• Monday kicked off with social badminton in the hall and a lunchtime scavenger hunt great teamwork and energy all around!
• Tuesday brought a very competitive senior handball tournament – congratulations to Ehsaan for the win!
• On Wednesday, the juniors hit the handball court for their turn in the spotlight. Big shoutout to Zac for taking out the win!
• Thursday saw 9 teams battle it out in a round-robin futsal tournament on the netball courts, the excitement continued to the next week!
• We wrapped up the week on Friday with a BBQ and free dress day, raising an incredible $630 for the McGrath Foundation.

A special highlight was a visit from Natalie Tathem, Perth Glory player, who joined us for an inspiring Q&A about life as a professional women's footballer and occupational therapist.

A massive THANK YOU and congratulations to Sienna, our Sport Captain, for organising such a fantastic HPE Week! And of course, thanks to our incredible HPE teachers for all their support behind the scenes.

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Sporting Achievements

Aesha

Congratulations to Aesha who has been selected in the Met East Girls 15-16 years futsal team to compete at the State Championships this October. Good luck Aesha!

Oscar

Congratulations to Oscar and his Met East team who came runners up in the 10-12 years Boys Softball State Championships. They had a fantastic tournament, going undefeated all the way to the final! Even more exciting, Oscar has been selected for the Queensland team! He’ll be heading to Nationals in Blacktown this November. Good luck Oscar!

Ayman

Congratulations to Ayman who has been selected to represent the combined Logan and South District Cricket team! He will attend the Met East trial in September – best of luck Ayman.

South District Track and Field team

We are proud to announce that the following students represented Mount Gravatt/ South District at the Met East Track and Field Carnival in Week 7. Juniors: Zac S, Brooke G, Immy P, Lachlan R, Mithun V; Middle: Reja C, Indianna D, Josiah F, Feilim G, Anaya K, Hao M, Charlie M, Ella S; Senior: Islam A, Tyler B, Wayna C, Deng K, Jack L, Eqan M and Marnix v W. We look forward to hearing how these athletes went! Special shoutout to Lachlan R, Josiah F and Islam A who have been named South District Track and Field Age Champions. Well done students!

Super 7s Netball

Congratulations to our 7/8 team and their coach Ms Sims who have been named 7/8 Division 2 Super 7s Champions, going through the day undefeated! Amazing effort and teamwork, great job! A big shoutout as well to our 9/10 team, who had a fantastic day, winning 4 out of their 5 games and just missing out on the grand final in a very close point count back. Well done and thank you to Ms Lloyd for your awesome coaching and support!

Mel Everingham
Head of Department – Health Sciences and Sports

HUMANITIES

Mrs Tanya Di Salvo
Acting Head of Department - Humanities

Learning in Focus – Year 8 Geography – Landforms and Landscape

This term, Year 8 Geography students have been exploring landforms and landscapes and the ways people connect with them. Landforms are the natural features of the earth’s surface, such as mountains, valleys, rivers, and cliffs. Landscapes are broader areas that include these landforms as well as human influences.

To see these concepts in action, Mr Howard’s students hiked up Mount Gravatt Mountain, experiencing first-hand the processes that shape a ridge landform. The walk allowed them to observe erosion, vegetation patterns, and the cultural significance of the area.

Year 8 students also travelled to the Glass House Mountains, one of Queensland’s most striking volcanic landscapes. Here they examined how volcanic plugs were formed millions of years ago and considered their spiritual importance to the Gubbi Gubbi people.

Both experiences highlighted how landforms and landscapes influence identity, recreation, and culture in Australia.

Thank you to Mr Andrew Walsh, Ms Keara Forde, Mr Ben Ferguson and Miss Elina Osbaldiston for accompanying the Year 8 Geography classes.

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Year 9 History – Fort Lytton – WWI Excursion

The Year 9 students had a wonderful experience participating in the Returned World War I Museum Theatre program this term. The day transported them back to the era of the Great War, where they explored the personal, social, and political impacts of the conflict. Students examined the experiences of soldiers before, during, and after their return to Australia, gaining insight into the lasting effects of the war.

Held at the World War I heritage sites of Fort Lytton and the Lytton Quarantine Station, the program offered students a powerful opportunity to investigate complex ideas about cause and effect in history and to reflect on the changes the war brought to Australian society.

Thank you to Mr Craig Toomey and Ms Ana White for accompanying the students on this excursion.

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Year 8 Australian History Competition

Every year Mount Gravatt participates in the Australian History competition for some of our junior students. The competition focuses on testing critical thinking skills and concepts rather than specific content knowledge. This ensures all students can engage meaningfully, regardless of where they’re up to in their studies. This year, the Year 8 Edge class were chosen to showcase their strong historical knowledge and analytical skills. With over 92% of students achieving a merit or higher, this year’s results reflect their dedication, critical thinking, and passion for understanding Australia’s past. Congratulations to all participants on this outstanding achievement!

Tanya Di Salvo
Acting Head of Department – Humanities

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

Mr Dan Hollis
Head of Department – Design & Technology

Formal Dining Experience Showcases Senior Hospitality Excellence

On Friday 22 August and Friday 29 August, Mount Gravatt High hosted two outstanding Formal Dining events as part of the Year 12 Senior Hospitality Unit 4 assessment. Guests were treated to a gourmet three-course menu, complemented by exceptional service and a welcoming, professional atmosphere created by our talented students.

The evenings highlighted the skills and dedication of our senior hospitality students, who worked tirelessly to plan, prepare, and deliver a fine-dining experience of the highest standard. This was also the final cooking assessment for our Year 12 students, marking the culmination of their senior hospitality journey. We wish them every success as they complete their studies and pursue future pathways, including possible careers in the vibrant hospitality industry.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Ms Bentley, whose guidance and expertise supported the students throughout the process, as well as to the many volunteers who helped make both events such a success.

These evenings were a true celebration of learning, teamwork, and hospitality excellence.

Dan Hollis
Head of Department – Design & Technology

SCIENCE

Mrs Sarah Coutts
Head of Department – Science

During Term 3, Year 7 science students have been studying physics to better understand the world around them, particularly the effects of forces on objects.

In Week 8, students designed and tested paper robocopters to investigate the influence of gravity and air resistance. They were then challenged to modify their robocopter to increase its flight time. As part of their report, students identified the independent, dependent and controlled variables, ensured fair testing and analysed how their modification impacted the robocopter’s fall. They concluded by evaluating the success of their modification and suggesting possible improvements for future trials.

For 7M, this investigation was both engaging and enjoyable. Students spent time carefully experimenting, recording data, and reflecting on their results, making it a valuable and fun learning experience.

Science Week 2025 at MGH

What a week! Our theme, “Decoding the Universe - exploring the unknown with nature’s hidden language,” came alive across J-Block with packed lunchtime experiments, pop-up demos, and hands-on challenges. A huge thank-you to our STEM Ambassadors for their energy and leadership, to Mr Spina for coordinating an outstanding program, and to our dedicated science staff and laboratory technicians whose preparation, creativity and calm problem-solving made every activity run smoothly. Your collective effort sparked curiosity across the school and showcased science at its best.

From the very first day, excitement bubbled over in the slime-making sessions, where students mixed up vibrant creations and learned how polymers behave, with plenty of laughter along the way.

Crowds gathered around the ferrofluid display, mesmerised as the mysterious black liquid danced and spiked in response to magnets, while others patiently nurtured their crystal-growing experiments, watching shimmering structures slowly take shape across the week. In jars around the lab, mini storms swirled as students explored how weather systems form, complete with clouds, lightning, and spinning air currents.

The Trivia Challenge brought out a wave of friendly competition, with teams battling through quirky science facts and brain-teasing puzzles. Meanwhile, inventive students were busy building their own black lights, revealing hidden glowing messages and fluorescent colours, and creating mini lava lamps, where bubbles rose and fell in dazzling displays of density and chemical reactions.

The hands-on spirit continued with students making their own magnets and testing how invisible forces could move objects in surprising ways. Gasps and cheers followed the suspended bubbles demonstration, where surface tension and air pressure kept bubbles floating inside bubbles - a true “wow” moment for everyone watching.

Rounding out the week was the awe-inspiring electron microscope experience, giving students the chance to view everyday objects on a microscopic scale. Items we take for granted were transformed into breathtaking, alien-like landscapes, sparking new questions and a deeper sense of wonder.

Science Week proved once again that learning can be exciting, surprising, and inspiring - a celebration of discovery that left the whole school buzzing.

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Sarah Coutts
Acting Head of Department – Science

CLUBS 2025

CHEER

Congratulations to the Mount Gravatt Flames who have had another win!

The team proudly participated in the Eutopia Cheer & Dance competition held over the weekend of 16-17 August. The event brought together teams from across the country to showcase their skills and creativity. Our cheer troupe performed with incredible energy, earning praise for their precision and enthusiasm. Mount Gravatt High’s troupe took home another 1st place (out of 4 teams) in addition to a 2nd place as Grand Champions. The Flames spent months perfecting their routines, blending teamwork, athleticism and artistry in every move. Participation in this competition fosters a sense of camaraderie among students, with many already looking forward to 2026.

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.

GUIDANCE OFFICER NEWS

Exam stress action pack for parents and carers

Parents and carers play a huge role in helping their teens navigate the ups and downs of exam season. ReachOut have put together practical, easy-to-use resources to support caregivers in guiding their teen through stress.

There are real stories and expert tips, advice on managing stress, neurodiversity, boosting study skills, handling expectations, and prioritising mental health. 

Link to resources for parents- https://parents.au.reachout.com/school-and-education/exam-stress

There is also a set of resources available for students around exam stress:

Link for resources for students- https://au.reachout.com/study-work-and-money/exam-stress

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 14 is 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. 

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

Homestay – Kudan Secondary School Visit Term 4

International Sports Camps

Holland Park Cricket

Kids Karate

Scouts Queensland Holiday Program

Sharks Camp 2025 - September/October

GET IN QUICK LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!! Sharks Camp is a four-day volleyball camp designed to cater to athletes of all skill levels. With elite development opportunities available and pathways into club and state-level volleyball, this camp has something for everyone!

We usually hit capacity pretty quickly, so if you're interested sign up today to secure your spot!!

Visit our website for more information https://sharksvolleyball.com/sharks-camp.

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

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.

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