Caloundra State High School offers Signature Programs in academic and sporting pursuits and Arts Programs in Dance and Music Performance that are designed to assist students in reaching their full potential.
Our academic program nurtures and develops academically talented students to extend and maximise their potential. Our sports signature programs are conducted in partnership with local and regional community sporting organisations and are led by industry professionals.
All programs require a significant commitment of time and effort outside of school hours.
Entry to all programs is by application only. Some programs will also require the student to trial or audition.
Conditions of acceptance and continuation in a program:
- Maintaining an attendance rate of 85% or higher
- Following the school dress code
- Consistent positive engagement in learning and high standards of conduct
- Completion and submission of all assessment tasks by the due date
- Being prepared for learning, including a connected and charged BYO device
- Being prepared with all specialist uniforms, kit, equipment and footwear at all times
- Informing your teacher beforehand, if you are unable to attend training or rehearsals
- Participating positively in school life and positively representing the school in the community
- Representing the School at the Community ANZAC Day March on 25 April each year
- Having school fees fully paid or up to date or a negotiated payment plan
Important dates for 2025 enrolments
Year 7 Academic Excellence Scholarship applications open: |
Friday 23 February 2024
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Year 7 Scholarship & Signature Programs Information Session:
| Wednesday 6 March 2024 (3.15 to 4.00pm) Resource Centre (Gate 7, Bower Street)
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Year 7 Scholarship applications close:
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Friday 15 March 2024
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Year 7 Horizons applications close: |
Round 1: Friday 15 March 2024 (major intake)
Round 2: Friday 23 August 2024 (Subject to availability) |
Year 7 Volleyball, Rugby League & Surfing and Round 2 Horizons Signature Program applications close: |
Friday 23 August 2024
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Year 7 Rugby League Trials:
| Wednesday 21 August 2024 & Wednesday 28 August 2024 (3.30 - 7.00pm)
Year 6 Rugby League Development Days:
Wednesday 15 May 2024 (3.15 to 5.30pm) Thursday 25 July 2024 (3.15-5.30pm) |
Year 7 Volleyball Trials: |
Round 1: Tuesday 18 June 2024
(Year 6 High School Experience Day)
Round 2: Tuesday 27 August 2024
(3.15 - 5.00pm)
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Year 7 Surfing Trials: |
Date: TBA - applicants will be invited to a beach trial session after school. Date to be advised.
Applications to be submitted on or prior to this date.
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Year 7 Arts Performance Programs: |
Applications close:-
Auditions:- Tuesday 18 June 2024 (Year 6 High School Experience Day)
Wednesday 31 July 2024 (3.15 - 4.30pm)
Workshops:-
Dance Performance Workshop Friday 19 April 2024 (8.40am - 2.30pm) Instrumental Music Workshop Monday 13 May 2024 (9.00am to 2.30pm) |
Details about each Signature Program are as follows: