Gryphon Times | 06/03/26
principal's message
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MISSION
Year 12 Pilgrimage
Shrove Tuesday
Ash Wednesday
Fr Bob celebration
A Brilliant Start to the Year for the junior school
Year 6 leadership process
Immersion program
RACQ visit
UPDATE ON THE MUSICAL
Excitement is in the air as rehearsals begin for the 2026 Downlands College Musical, Mamma Mia! Students are hard at work perfecting their performances, bringing energy, talent, and passion to the stage as they prepare for what promises to be a spectacular show.
Tickets are now on sale at the Empire Theatre and are selling fast, so don’t miss your chance and secure your seat today.
With a talented cast and backstage crew and months of preparation ahead, this year’s musical is set to be a highlight of the College calendar.
Year 7 camp
In Week 5, Year 7 students attended camp at CYC Adventures on the Gold Coast. Despite rainy weather on arrival, students remained enthusiastic and quickly settled in before beginning their activities.
Throughout the camp, students participated in a wide range of experiences designed to build teamwork, confidence, and resilience. Activities included site exploration, initiative games, body boarding at Burleigh, paddle boarding, and archery tag, which proved to be a standout favourite.
Evening activities such as night games and trivia further encouraged collaboration and problem‑solving, with students notably outperforming staff during trivia.
Camp provided valuable opportunities for students to form new friendships and strengthen existing ones through shared challenges and teamwork. Students demonstrated positive attitudes, willingness to help others, and courage in stepping outside their comfort zones. The camp was a highly successful experience, made possible by the dedication and support of the staff who attended.
Take Note Camp
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BOARDING NEWS
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SPORTS WRAP UP
Sanix prep
Laura Geitz results
Other sports results
Cattle Show progress OR
PAST STUDENT LilLIE Merlow represents in the US
Allora
Clifton
Inverell
Heading off to Pittsworth this weekend
KEY DATES FOR TERM ONE
Please refer to the College Calendar on My Downlands to plan ahead.
Junior School
Years 3 & 5 NAPLAN - Wednesday 11 to Monday 23 March
Grandparents Day - Friday 20th March
QCIS Gala Day (Yrs 5 & 6) - Wednesday 25 March
Primary Schools Rugby 7s - Thursday 26 March
Toowoomba Show Holiday - Friday 27 March
Interhouse Cross Country (5-9yrs) - Monday 30 March
Junior School Parent Teacher Interviews - Monday 30 March
Junior School Assembly - 8:50am, Tuesday 31 March (Jules Hall)
Junior School Parent Teacher Interviews - Tuesday 31 March
Interhouse Cross Country (10–18yrs) - Wednesday 1 April
Term 1 concludes at 3:00pm - Wednesday 1 April
Secondary School
Twilight on Main (Community Dinner) - Saturday 7 March
Year 11 Assessment starts - Tuesday 10 March
Years 7 & 9 NAPLAN - Wednesday 11 to Monday 23 March
Year 10 vaccinations - Friday 13 March
Year 8 Retreat - Tuesday 17 March
Year 10 Retreat - Wednesday 18 March
Grandparents Day - Friday 20th March
Year 12 P&F Connection event - Sunday 22 March
Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 12 Assessment starts - Monday 23 March
Toowoomba Show Holiday - Friday 27 March
Year 7 Tradition & Spirit Day - Tuesday 31 March
Lenten Liturgy - Wednesday 1 April
Interhouse Cross Country (10–18yrs) - Wednesday 1 April
Term 1 concludes at 3:00pm - Wednesday 1 April
Withdrawal of enrolment notice:
Clause Section 7 of the Conditions of Enrolment which states: Changes in Enrolment 7.1 Parents shall give the Principal notice, in writing, should your family status change in relation to the contractual circumstances and financial liability for your child’s enrolment. 7.2 If you wish to change your child’s boarder/day status, you must give the College ten (10) weeks' advance notice prior to the commencement of the next term, in writing and addressed to the Principal. Failure to do so may result in increased fees and charges to complete the transition. 7.3 If you wish to withdraw the enrolment of your child from the College you must give the Principal ten (10) weeks’ advance notice prior to the commencement of the next term, in writing and addressed to the Principal. Failure to meet these conditions renders you liable for the payment of one term’s tuition, levies and/or boarding fees, and other fees and charges prior to the final day.
