Years 8 - 12 Welcome and Commencement Information for 2025

​​​​​​​Welcome – Mr Richard Usher Executive Principal

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On behalf of our school community, I welcome all of our new Year 7 students as well as the new and continuing parents to our school for 2025. Our school motto “nothing without effort, nothing but the best" remains our mission. As our new Year 7 students embark on their first week of secondary schooling at Cavendish Road SHS, I wish them every success in their journey across the next 6 years. I also encourage students in the middle years as seasoned Cavroadians to apply themselves to learning habits of persistence and experience the rewards of contributing in some small way to your school. For senior students, as you enter the final years or your last year of school, you are encouraged to make the most of the staging point to your post-school aspirations.

I take this opportunity to draw attention to our Enrolment Agreement, that when enrolled at Cavendish Road, of the mutual obligations that this agreement encompasses. We are a school expectant of high standards of personal conduct, cooperation and accountability that makes for a school that is safe for all and a place of belonging. We promote a culture for learning in our school and this includes respectful relationships, valuing the opportunities presented and being a part of a community where teachers teach, students learn and are supported to be the best they can be, progress each year, and achieve great outcomes.

Richard Usher

Executive Principal

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The first day of school at Cav Rd – When is it? What to do?

The first day for Year 11 is Tuesday 28 January. Students are to meet at the PAC by 8:40am and are to wear Formal School Uniform. The formal uniform is required as Year 11 School Photos are taken on this day. Students should bring their school bags with their school laptops, writing equipment, stationery and food for the day. The canteen will be open. Year 11 students will commence with information regarding their first year of the QCAA senior curriculum and then start timetabled classes from Period 3.

The first day of school for Years 8, 9, 10 and 12 Students is Wednesday 29 January. Students are to meet by 8.40am at:

• Year 8 – A-Parade
• Years 9 & 10 – Alan Sampson Sports Centre
• Year 12 – PAC.
  

Year 8 and 9 to wear formal uniform on Wednesday. Year 10 and 12 to wear sports uniform on Wednesday. 

All students to wear formal uniform as usual from Thursday. Following welcome and orientation information for the new school year, students will commence their regular program of lessons. Students should bring their iPad/laptops, writing equipment and stationery. The school canteen will be open.

For all year levels, new students to the school will be met by their Year Level Head of Student Services in the Sports Centre.​

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School Photos

Traditionally, school photos at Cavendish Road SHS occur very early in the school year. This way we can provide student ID cards to our students quickly.

The photo schedule is:

• Tuesday 28 January – Year 7 and 11
• Wednesday 29 January – Year 8 and 9
  
• Thursday 30 January – Year 10 and 12
  

If your child misses having their Individual or sibling photo for any reason there will be a catch-up day on Friday 7 February.

We will send a separate email with the online instructions to order Cavendish Road High School 2025 Photos. ​

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Support for Every Student

At Cavendish Road State High School, each year level is guided and supported by a dedicated Head of Student Services (HoSS). The Head of Student Services​ plays a vital role in fostering positive relationships, providing support for every student and leading the implementation of our pastoral care program. They also champion school pride, belonging, and the Cavroadian spirit that unites our community.

We are delighted to introduce our Head of Student Services for 2025, who will continue to inspire and support our students in achieving their best.

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Junior School - HoSS 

Jessica Dolan  ​

Year 7

I am thrilled to be the Head of Student Services for Junior School in 2025. As the newest Cavroadians make their transition to high school, know that this year marks an exciting new chapter - a time filled with opportunities, growth, and challenges.

The beginning of high school brings new expectations, unfamiliar routines, and many new faces. This period of change is important not just academically, but personally, as students forge lifelong friendships, develop skills they'll carry with them through life, and begin to discover more about who they are as individuals. Navigating this transition can be tough at times, but rest assured, we are here to guide and support them every step of the way.

Our school has a fantastic team dedicated to helping Year 7 students thrive. Together, our Guidance Officers, Deputy Principals, Support Staff, and Year 7 Teachers are committed to ensuring everyone feels supported and empowered to succeed. There will always be someone available to offer advice, guidance, or support, whether it's for academic needs, emotional wellbeing, or social growth.

My focus is on monitoring and supporting your young person's wellbeing, attendance, academic progress, and behaviour throughout the year. But more than that, my goal is to help each student discover and build on their individual strengths, encouraging them to step out of their comfort zones and aim for personal excellence. We will focus on fostering a compassionate mindset and creating a strong sense of belonging in our community. Together, we will make 2025 a year full of growth, achievement, and positive change.

I look forward to working with you and your young people this year. Here's to an exciting and successful year ahead! 

Year 8

I am thrilled to be the Head of Student Services for Junior School in 2025, and to welcome our Year 8 students and families to what promises to be another fantastic year. After a successful transition to high school last year, our young people are now well on their way to being leaders within the school.

Year 8 is a crucial time for personal growth, and as our young people continue to settle into high school, we will focus on strengthening their sense of self and growing their independence. They are no longer newcomers; they are role models for our Year 7 students, and with that comes the opportunity to demonstrate leadership, responsibility, and maturity within our school community. This year, we'll encourage them to step into these roles with confidence, while fostering kindness and empathy as key values in everything they do.

Our fantastic team of Guidance Officers, Deputy Principals, Support Staff, and Year 8 Teachers remain committed to ensuring your young person continues to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Whether it's navigating new challenges or offering support in their personal development, there will always be someone to lend a helping hand.

I am here to continue supporting your young person's wellbeing, academic progress, and personal growth throughout the year. My focus is to help each student build on their individual strengths, take on new challenges, and develop the skills they need to succeed. We will continue to foster a strong sense of belonging in our community, all while encouraging independence, confidence and leadership.

I look forward to working with you and your young people this year. Here's to an exciting and successful Year 8—full of growth, opportunity, and achievement!

Jessica Dolan

Head of Student Services - Year 7 & 8

Email: jdola23@eq.edu.au 

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Middle School - HoSS

Mitchell Baker​

Mitchell Baker

Head of Student Services - Year 9 & 10

Email:  mbake131@eq.edu.au 

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Senior School - HoSS

Leonard Lai  ​

Leonard Lai 

Head of Student Services - Year 11 & 12

Email:  llai4@eq.edu.au  

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The Finance Office

Welcome to Cavendish Road State High School. In the weeks and years ahead, you'll hear from us via email and QParents with important updates, invoices, and account statements. If you ever have questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

For families new to our school, if you haven't already, please return the Student Resource Scheme (SRS) agreement by the end of the first week. This will help us efficiently manage and distribute the necessary resources to your child. The 2025 SRS invoices will be issued in Term 1 2025. When making SRS payments you may choose to:

• Make the full payment at the beginning of the school year by 21 February 2025.
• Pay in instalments across three payments:
• $155.00 by 21 February 2025
• $100.00 by 2 May 2025
• $95.00 by 1 August 2025
• Please make contact us to setup an Electronic Direct Debit Request or to implement a Payment Plan.
  

All invoices have a BPoint link on the bottom left of the page for credit card payments.
QParents
QParents is a free online application that enables Queensland state school parents to conveniently access and view a range of their child's school data and efficiently complete school-related administrative processes.
Parents with children at participating QParents schools can access student information through the QParents application. The term 'parent' is used throughout to denote parents, carers, kinship and families.

QParents is a secure, online portal free to all Queensland state schools. It provides parents quick and easy access to:

• view and consent to upcoming events
• access and provide digital consent
• view timetables
• view and update student and attendance details (including future absences)
• view behaviour information
• view and pay invoices
• access payment history
• access report cards and assessment planners
• access enrolment history.

The QParents app can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and accessed through a:

• smartphone
• tablet
• personal computer.

To register for QParents please contact Maree Ashcroft on 3394 0777 to obtain a unique registration code. 

Note: Initial registration cannot be completed via the app and must be completed using a personal computer. Once registered, you can choose to use the QParents External link app on your tablet or smartphone, or via the mobile browser. Refer to registration and access for more information. 

Make sure you use the latest browser version (e.g. Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge) when logging in to QParents from your computer or mobile device.

Note: Internet Explorer is not supported.

Feel free to contact us at any time on 3394 0777. Further payment options

Samantha Jeffs - Business Manager​

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The Information Technology Team in D10 

Welcome to Cavendish Road SHS. I am Marty Davey and I lead the IT team at Cav. Room D10 is the place students go to when the need support with their school devices.

Year 7 & 10 and other new students need to connect their BYOD iPad or laptop to the school network. Information has been previously emailed to you and can be found at BYOD Webpage.

Please contact us if you have any questions. We are available at itsupport@cavendishroadshs.eq.edu.au

Marty Davey - Information Technology Manager

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School Sport at Cav – Nikki Bairstow, Sport Director

Welcome to Cavendish Road SHS! 
I oversee all things Sport here at Cavendish Road State High School.  This consists of Interschool Sport, Recreational Sport, Representative School Sport Pathways, School-Carnivals (Swimming, Cross Country & Track & Field) and external competitions.  I support students trialling for representative school sports across District, Regional and State level school sport.  These include: South District Sport (13-18 years), Mt Gravatt District Primary Sport (12 years), Metropolitan East Regional Sport and Queensland School Sport.  I also support the coordination of the Sports Academies (Touch Football, Football and Netball). We value sport here at Cavendish Road, allocating time within our weekly timetable for students to be active. 

For continuing students come on the days indicated above.

Contact Ms Masselos on mmass2@eq.edu.au  or 0402 825 648 if you have any questions.

Maria Masselos - International Student Program Coordinator​

We look forward to welcoming all of our back students to Cav Rd SHS.​