Cairns High offers a range of extra-curricular academic
opportunities. These events range from in-school competitions and clubs to
national team based competitions. We encourage students to participate in
community based conferences and events to gain a broader understanding of their
opportunities for the future and meeting like-minded peers.
Competitions
- Australian
Mathematics Competition
- Australian Intermediate
Mathematics Olympiad
- Language Perfect competitions
- Public
speaking and debating
Clubs
Chess Club
The Chess Club meets each Monday in the Library during second break.
Players of all levels are invited with beginners having the opportunity to
learn this great game of strategy from more experienced players.
Rachel Wearmouth | Head of Department Learning Resources
Booked For Lunch
Avid readers in Years 10, 11 and 12 are invited to attend Booked For
Lunch reading club meeting on Wednesday 1 February in the Library during first
break. This club welcomes new members to enjoy lively discussions about books
and reading.
Rachel Wearmouth | Head of Department Learning Resources
Mind Games Club
Students who are keen to have fun playing games of strategy and
creative thinking are
invited. Mind Games Club takes place in the
Library on Wednesday during second break. All year levels welcome.
Rachel Wearmouth | Head of Department Learning Res
ources