Deputy Principal | Mr Damien Fall

This week, I was in Melbourne attending an EREA conference for staff newly appointed to positions of senior leadership across the national network of more than 50 schools and Flexible Learning Centres. At events such as these, it becomes clear that EREA is an extremely complex organisation that is well resourced and clearly understands the priorities in our schools. The protection of students, health and safety and intentional strategic planning are non-negotiables. Policies and staffing structure in schools such as Terrace reflect these priorities. Recent years have seen us prioritise policy updates and the appointment of extra staff responsible for oversight of risk, compliance and student protection. More than ever before, Terrace is well positioned to ensure our young men can enjoy the Terrace journey and focus on what is most important. 

The College appoints staff as Child Protection contacts – adults to whom any member of our community can report a concern they may have about any student at the College. Any member of the Terrace Family is also most welcome to make contact if you have any questions or concerns regarding the welfare of a student. In 2020, our Child Protection contacts are:

  • Dr Michael Carroll – College Principal
  • Mr Damien Fall – Deputy Principal
  • Mr Damien Cuddihy – Dean of Students
  • Mr Luke Gribble – Dean of Waterford Place
  • Ms Jai-Leigh Beard – Counsellor
  • Mr Paul Antenucci – Counsellor

Our College Counsellors can also be contacted via the counselling request form located under the Parents tab in the top right-hand corner of the College website.

The usual rhythms of school life have changed forever this year as our Year 12 students become the first in Queensland to exit with an ATAR under the new QCE system. The Seniors will commence a period of exams in just over a week, then move to the next unit of work in the weeks before Easter. By the September holidays, all teaching of new material will be finished for Year 12 students, and they will have entered a period of preparation for external examinations. These, and many other changes, represent new territory for our staff as well as students. Many teachers of Years 11 and 12 have likened their recent experience under the new system to being a first year teacher again. Staff and students can find change uncomfortable, but we can have great confidence that our dedicated teachers will have our young men very well positioned to do their best academically.

In the beginning weeks of the term, the College completed a series of parent information evenings, covering all year levels. In the interests of reviewing and possibly improving these evenings, parents will soon receive a brief survey via email that we would appreciate you completing. Whether you attended or not, it would be greatly appreciated if you could take a few moments to help us with our future planning. Many thanks in anticipation of your assistance. Wishing all in the Terrace Family the very best.