The Mt Maria Cultural program offers numerous activities for students to participate in and are offered to all students alongside the Sporting and Music co-curricular activities offered.
The benefits for students participating in the Cultural program are numerous, including:
- Providing a safe place for students to try out and discover new talents or interests
- Building confidence through trying new activities and experiences
- Experiencing breadth and depth in all subject areas
- Allowing students to socialise with students from different year levels
- Creating a balance between academic and sporting endeavours
- Opportunities to make new friends through common interests
- Building working relationships with students and teachers outside the classroom
- Working with others in real world settings ie. as part of a team or group working towards a common goal
- Keeping students busy and engaged in their learning
- Showcasing excellence within the College community
- Offering all inclusive opportunities where diversity of talents is accepted and celebrated
Cultural activities the College offers:
- Performances at assembly and at P & F events (Cultural Events)
- Optiminds Challenge Team
- Debating Team
- Inter-house Chess Competitions
- SHAKE FEST – QLD Youth Shakespeare Festival – in conjunction with shake & stir theatre co
- Theatre Sports – compete against other schools
- Book Week activities / trivia / dress up / competitions
- Vinnies Vintage dress up day – in conjunction with social justice group
- Country Day - raising funds for QLD farmers
- Class Clowns
- Film Competitions
- Lions Youth of the Year
- Readers Cup Challenge
- Musical production (every 2 years)
All activities are free of charge unless otherwise stated.
Mt Maria Cultural Contacts
Ms Yvonne Carr, Cultural Program Leader (Acting) - ycarr@bne.catholic.edu.au
Mrs Niki Barry, Cultural Administration Officer - nbarry@bne.catholic.edu.au
