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Dear Parents/Caregivers,
The Annual Sports Awards Dinner on Wednesday night is another fantastic school event where our outstanding sporting students are recognised for their 2022 achievements. Given the record number of students to attend the dinner, it is our belief that this year we recognise either the highest number or close to the highest number of International, National and State winners/representation at PBC that we have ever had. Congratulations to Neil Mackay, Sarah Bannan and the team for what is sure to be a wonderful night with a special mention to Jason Jeffery for all the behind the scenes work on the AV presentations.The Junior Secondary Academic Awards Night celebrated our Year 7, 8 and 9 students who have excelled in their academic subjects on Monday night. The night was well complimented with our Year 7 Dance Excellence Students and despite an electronic keyboard malfunction, three talented singers; Amaya Frawley, Isla Freer and Anika Loftus performed a great rendition of "What you won't do for love"; acapella, despite not having rehearsed without the music accompaniment.
The Annual Arts Awards evening was held on 28 October to celebrate 32 of our brightest Artists from Years 7-12 being awarded a number of different accolades. We welcomed two alumni to our list of PBC Arts Ambassadors – past students Emily Monsma and Cassidy Mackie. Both Emily and Cassidy shared breathtaking performances. Congratulations to Loren Skyring and the team for another fantastic awards evening.
Year 10 and 11 exams are not far away and the junior secondary students are now working towards culminating activities in their units of work. I look forward to seeing the students at school every day as culminating learning activities and assessment preparation become the focus of each day.
Chris Capra
Executive Principal
CRICOS Provider Name: The Queensland Department of Education trading as Education Queensland International (EQI) CRICOS Provider Number 00608A
This week we celebrated our Junior Secondary Awards Night. 87 students were recognised across a range of categories including;
- Top student in each subject
- Top 10 achievers in each year level
- Leadership, citizenship, engagement, entrepreneurship and extracurricular participation were all acknowledged. These are huge achievements with over 1350 students in the Junior Secondary school to be recognised as standing out from your peers is a big deal.
A huge thank you to the students who were recognised and to the families who came out to support them.
Preparations are in full swing for the transition of over 400 Year 6 students on Monday 5 December which includes a parent session. If you have a child coming for Year 7 next year and you have not completed an enrolment form can you make sure this is done this week or they will not be able to attend our Transition Day.
We remind families that also in Week 10 are our House Camps. There will be some offerings here at school but no normal timetabled classes will run due to staffing required for camps.
Our 2023 student leaders attended a leadership conference called GRIP and had a great day challenging themselves and being inspired for their leadership journey and how to build connections between students.
Students are asked to please see Mr Poirrier in G Block Staffroom if they are interested in any of the VET certificate courses mentioned below.
Graduations
Congratulations to Jye Miller who recently completed his Cert II Electrotechnology with Gold Coast Trades College.
Certificate II in Sampling & Measurement
Current Year 11 students, and Year 10 students who have selected a Science subject for 2023, have the opportunity to complete a Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement in early 2023. Students who have not used their VETis funding nor selected a VETis course on their SET Plan for 2023, can undertake the course free of charge with equipment included.
The course provides students with technical training in the skills of scientific sampling and measurement. It is designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to work in the fields of science and engineering, including the resources and infrastructure industry e.g. taking field samples. The qualification has been developed with the support of scientists and large mining companies.
Training for students will take place from 17- 20 January 2023 (Tuesday to Friday of the last week of holidays) from 8:00am to 3:30pm in J block. There is a compulsory information session coming Friday Week 6 (11 November) in the Theatre, from 11:35am-12:10pm.
Record your interest with your Science teacher or the VET coordinator in G Block staffroom asap.
Develop real world skills applicable to a number of industries and earn 4 QCE points in 4 days !
VET Certificate Enrolment 2023
Gold Coast Trades College, TAFE, and other providers, have a number of openings for current Year 10 & 11 students who have not yet used their VETis funding, nor selected a VETis course as part of their SET Plan.
Gold Coast Trades College
- Certificate I Construction
- Certificate II Electrotechnology
- Certificate II Automotive
- Certificate II Plumbing
TAFE
- Cert II Engineering Pathways
- Cert II Plumbing
- Cert II Salon Assistant
- Cert II Animal Care
- Cert II Hospitality
- Cert II Kitchen Operations
French Beauty Academy (Robina)
- Cert II Retail Cosmetics
GCTC Try-a-Trade days
Gold Coast Trades College has limited spots remaining in their final trade taster days for 2023. These days do not use any funding and are free for students to attend. Expressions of interest are now open for current Years 9-11 students interested in participating. Students will attend the college on 14th & 21st Nov and participate in a variety of trade experiences such as building, automotive, electrotechnology, horticulture and painting. Time to enrol is running out so please see Mr Poirrier to express your interest a.s.a.p.
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On 28 October the annual Arts Awards Evening was held. It was a celebration of 32 of our brightest Artists from Years 7-12 being awarded a number of different accolades from ‘Future Star’ to ‘Leadership and Service to the Arts’. We announced two alumni as Arts Ambassadors – past students Emily Monsma and Cassidy Mackie who were interviewed by School Captain Isabella Edge and Vice Captain Leilani Nield. Both Emily and Cassidy shared breathtaking performances.
The evening included performances and exhibitions of all of our Arts areas – Dance, Drama, Visual Art, Media, Music and Instrumental Music. Past and present students shared twilight performances on the grass for guest prior to the beginning of proceedings while they enjoyed drinks and nibbles.
It was a fabulous way to end a massive year for the Arts – most notably our ‘Reminiscing – 50 years of PBC Arts’ celebrating PBC's anniversary.
Principal's Art Award: Rory Sillar
Future Star Awards:
- Griffin Light-Law - Instrumental Music
- Sahara Zisti - Dance
- Sereia Sheining-Cruz - Film TV and New Media
- Isla Freer - Drama
- Amaya Frawley - Music
- Montana Stevenson - Visual Art
Leadership in the Arts Awards:
- Claire Seaton, Lucy Callaghan, Ky Follent - Instrumental Music
- Isabella Edge, Brydie Stegeman - Dance
- Hunter Ovington - Film, TV and New Media
- Lily Suttle - Drama
- Lucy Callaghan - Music
- Erin Holt - Visual Art
Most Outstanding Awards:
- Zayarnee Bornholt - Dancer
- Leilani Nield, Joseph Hayward - Choreography
- Poppy Smith - Media Product
- Ashlee Haase, Kate Mitchell - Drama Performance "Medea"
- Damon Perkins - Music Performance
- Rohan Frawley - Music Composer
- Samantha Franklin - Visual Art Product
Highly Commended Acting Award: Stella Palmetto
Commendations for Service and Committment to the Arts:
- Cade Byrne-Smith
- Jett Lindsay
- Jake Johnstone
- April Summers
- Leilani Nield
- Claire Seaton
- Maka Mason
The third Reds Go Riot PBC Comedy Night was an absolute hoot! A 150 strong crowd ranging from 2 to 82, every topic was open to slather!
Our fantastic Reds from across all year levels, smashed their first ever comedy gig after a month of weekly workshops with the dazzling Mandy Nolan, including a 1-1 session. Four weeks of developing ideas, building trust, and breaking down barriers. Despite their nerves, they rose to the challenge and went out there to massive applause and roars of laughter. They were so professional and really demonstrated leadership and the Reds spirit of Rise Every Day Stronger!
Special guests Erik the Dog and Joel Salom capped off the evening with their unique but hilarious act. Raffle prizes galore were drawn at the end to delighted faces.
We were able to raise $811 dollars that we will proudly donate to Boots For One And All Community to assist them in the already amazing work they're doing in our community and beyond.
Congratulations: Emma, Adi, Cash, Phoenix, Chanel, The Islas, Logan, Jack, Jade, Will and Tora. (Apologies to Tora's mum.) Much appreciation to Front Of House Mrs Hillcoat, Mel Allen - P&C President, Nat Hill, Cade on Tech, Mr Pasley and Lucas on cameras and to Mrs Wise representing the Executive Leadership Team.
Thank you to our donors: Sisterhood Coffee, Shingle Inn, Palm Beach SLSC, Home Of The Arts, Crema Espresso, Just Cuts - The Pines, Butcher's Table, The Shelf - The Pines, Totally Baked - The Pines, Currumbin RSL, Balboa Italian - Palm Beach, Boots and PBC SHS for the merch packs!
Big thanks to our PBC Alliance, P&C and our Executive Principal Mr Chris Capra for collectively supporting this initiative that is completely unique to our school. Huge gratitude to our school community for coming together to continue championing our diverse students in their journeys. Comedy allows our students to explore possibilities with curiosity rather than fear.
The shared experience of coming together to laugh is very special. It's an integral part of human interaction. More than that though, comedy is never just thoughtless entertainment; it often helps people cope with situations that are otherwise impossible to understand. We needed a laugh on Wednesday and gee whiz, did we laugh!
Erin Hull
Teacher & Reds Go Riot Comedy Workshops Coordinator
26-28 October saw 63 Year 11 students and 5 teachers attend the 2022 Biology camp at Morton Island. The students completed a range of field testing in a number of ecosystems on the Island, where they built their skills and understanding in collecting primary ecological data, but also had the opportunity to enjoy island life for 3 days while building on relationships between both students and teachers. Luckily the weather was outstanding allowing for snorkelling, swimming, sandboarding, beach sports and tours of the island where students spotted turtles, dolphins, fish, stingrays and even some sharks. Students also participated in the ever famous Biotic dress up night, where the classes competed for the top spot in a range of activities. The toughest competition was for winner of the 2022 best dressed, which went to our resident cat, Raisa Bielicka, whose signature ‘meow’ won the crowd over.
Please email your student’s excellent achievements to us. We love celebrating students achieving in the Arts, sports, academics or community service. We would love to hear from you! Please email us at news@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au or you can message us through Instagram or Facebook with details of your student’s achievement and include at least one photo, and/or any links to media articles that we can share.
Soccer Champions
Congratulations to the PBC Intermediate Boys on winning the Queensland Schools Premier League Grand Final. Down 1-0 they rallied back to defeat Kelvin Grove 4-1 with goals to Captain, James Durrington and a hattrick for Forbes Porter. Roman Culina was named man of the match for his midfield performance.
In Week 3 PBC competed in the Alliance Cup for soccer. Our Year 9/10 Boys won the Grand Final and our Junior Girls made the Grand Final but lost in a penalty shoot out. Congratulations to all our Reds
Basketball CBSQ
Congratulations to our Basketball Excellence students. Both our Year 9/10 girls and boys teams and our Year 7 boys team participated in the CBSQ competitions over the past two weeks. All athletes should be proud of their efforts and the way the represented the Reds on the court. A big shout out to the parents who helped with transportation and scoring. Thanks!
Duke of Edinburgh Awards
The next Duke of Edinburgh Awards adventure was in Week 10 of Term 3 where students embarked on a trip to Binna Burra National Park. The students certainly met some challenges where the weather was perfect one day, raining the next. It was an experience to remember for all.
Day 1 saw Executive Principal Chris Capra join us on The Caves track.
Day 2 was memorable for the company we shared.
For more information on how you can get involved in the Duke of Edinburgh Awards adventures, visit our website.
PBC Leos Fundraising
The PBC Leos hold a BBQ every Saturday from 8am - 11am at Currumbin Fair outside the IGA. The Leos are raising money to help Year 10 student Kai Colless who was recently diagnosed with an extremely rare vascular condition, AVM, which caused sudden, complex and aggressive neurological symptoms. Kai has recently arrived back to the QLD Children's Hospital after a successful operation, to begin long and intensive rehabilitation to regain his independence and mobility throughout his body.
The Leos have pledged to use their 2 highest raising BBQ's they achieve until the end of the year and the Palm Beach Lions Club match the amount, then pass it on to the Colless family. This is another amazing cause that the Leos are supporting in 2022. Be sure to get along to Currumbin Fair IGA every Saturday morning to grab your sausage sizzle and help them raise as much as they can for Kai!
Gold Coast Suns Academy Awards Night
Jai Murray Year 10 was awarded runner up MVP at th Gold Coast suns U16’s, Jai's an underaged player being U15. Congratulations Jai.
Bond University Bull Sharks Netball
Junior Secondary Guidance Officer – Anna Willis
The 5 Principles for Internet Safety
This session is available FREE for a limited time! A special thanks to Internet Safe Education and all of the Generation Next Hub members for supporting this important community initiative.
ENROLL FOR FREE: https://pd.generationnext.com.au/courses/the-5-principles-for-internet-safety
Learn about the principles of the internet and how we can use these to better support young people. This presentation will use case studies and provide practical strategies to use to teach young people how to make safer choices online.
Senior Secondary Guidance Officer – Steve Jones
Read the attached article for the latest information targeted to senior students of careers and pathway information.
https://pbc-shs.eq.edu.au/support-and-resources/guidance-officer
School Based Youth Health Nurse
School Based Youth Health Nurse-
Hilary Wilson (Mon, Tues) hilary.wilson@health.qld.gov.au
Vanessa Bradley (Tues, Wed) vanessa.bradley@health.qld.gov.au
School Nurse appointments SBYHN@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au
Wildcare Australia Towel Drive
PBC Senior Student Council are holding a Towel Drive for Wildlife in support of Wildcare Australia Inc. who are in desperate need of towels and face washers.
- Please check through your cupboards and support this great cause!
- Bring along any spare towels and face washers to school and leave at Y or D Blocks - Student Services.
- All donations will attract House points!
- We will accept all donations up until the end of Week 8, Friday 25 November.
P.S. Wildcare Australia do not need any other linen besides towels and face washers. Thank you.
Lets show our Reds spirit and help the wildlife! #GOREDS!
Uniform Shop Extended Trading
The PBC Uniform Shop is open for extended trading for these next 2 weeks. If your student is starting junior school at PBC or starting senior school next year, or you have a current student that has grown out of their uniform, take advantage of these longer hours to stock up on all your PBC uniform needs ready for 2023!
- Wednesday 9/11 - 7:00am-12:15pm
- Thursday 10/11 - 7:00am-5:30pm
- Friday 11/11 - 7:00am-12:15pm
- Saturday 12/11 - 7:00am-12:00pm
- Monday 14/11 - 7:00am-12:15pm
- Tuesday 15/11 - 7:00am-5:30pm
- Wednesday 16/11 - 7:00am-12:15pm
- Thursday 17/11 - 7:00am-12:15pm
- Friday 18/11 - 7:00am-12:15pm
- Saturday 19/11 - 7:00am-12:00pm
2022 PBC Optima Yearbook is on SALE!!
The 2022 Optima Yearbook is at the printers and due to arrive 21 November! Pre-order yours today for just $30. This year there is 150 pages of fun and colourful content! Messages from key staff, student leaders and house leaders. Photos, photos, photos and more photos of as many students as we could fit in. Enjoy stories from all departments and major events. Excellence Program reports, major events highlights, Champion House news and a Farewell to Year 12 gallery, memories and messages. There is also a PBC 50th Birthday celebration section highlighting all the fun had this year celebrating PBC's 50th Anniversary. The magazine covers all faculties, all year levels and all programs. DON'T MISS OUT!! Stock is available until sold out.
International Homestay Families Needed
Do you have a spare bedroom?
Would you like to share your love of Australian culture with students from many countries?
We are looking for homestay hosts!
Hosting international students in your home can be hugely rewarding. We offer you the opportunity to play a part in sharing your life, home, and to provide memories and cultural experiences to an international student. To form lifelong friendships.
Increasing numbers of international students are choosing to study at Palm Beach Currumbin SHS and we are looking for local families to host these students. There are short term study tours (under two weeks) as well as long term (6mths-2years) students to accommodate.
Host families receive remuneration for hosting students. Long term hosts will receive $328 a week.
Contact our International Coordinator Corinne Van Put for more information and to answer any questions. Email: cvanp1@eq.edu.au or Tel: 0438 191 637
Starting Dates for 2023
Once again, PBC will be implementing a staggered start to our school-wide starting dates in 2023.
The staggering of starting dates for our year levels will allow us the opportunity to effectively orientate our commencing Year 7’s into what is a vastly different educational landscape than they are used to, as well as commence Senior Curriculum work for our continuing Year 11 and Year 12 students.
Monday 23 January 2023
- Year 7 students – report to the Hall by 9:00am
- Year 11 students – report to CARE Class by 9:00am
- Year 12 students - report to CARE Class by 9:00am
Tuesday 24 January 2022
- Year 8 students – report to CARE Class by 9:00am
- Year 9 students – report to CARE Class by 9:00am
- Year 10 students - report to CARE Class by 9:00am
All new students to our school (excluding Year 7) are required to attend a New Student Orientation at 8:30am in the Trade Training Centre on the corresponding day to their Year Level.
All students will engage with Year Level and House Assemblies in their initial days, allowing exposure to key school messages from the outset of the year.
PBC Tennis Courts – Available to hire
Love tennis!
PBC's tennis courts are now open to the public to book. Our new lights make it a great venue for a night game. Local, inexpensive and convenient.
How To:https://play.tennis.com.au/PalmBeachCurrumbinStateHighSchool
Follow PBC on Social Media
Our social media accounts are the best way to stay connected with the daily happenings of our school. We will upload any important messages, reminders, student achievements and general action. With posts every day this a great way to celebrate our awesome school. If you have any news about your student that you would like to share please message us via Direct Message on Instagram, Messenger on Facebook or email tonews@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au.
Instagram@PBCSHS
Facebook@PalmBeachCurrumbinStateHighand@PBCAlliance
Casual Cleaners Needed
PBC is seeking interest for casual cleaners to commence immediately.
As the cleaner you will:
- Contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the site by providing a high level of cleaning support,
- Ensure that the duties prescribed for the position are completed to an acceptable standard as determined by their supervisor in accordance with the approved school cleaning program.
Cleaners at PBC work both split shifts (morning/afternoon shifts) and straight shifts. Cleaners must be an Australian Citizen or hold a current working visa, must consent to undertaking a criminal history check and also be eligible to obtain or hold a current paid Blue Card. If you are interested in applying please email and submit a resume plus two references to Traci Hayman atthaym12@eq.edu.au.
Dates to Remember
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9 Nov |
Sports Excellence Awards Night |
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15 Nov |
P&C Meeting @ 6:00pm |
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17 Nov |
Year 12 Graduation and Formal - to be livestreamed |
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25 Nov |
Year 10 and 11 students final day for 2022 |
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5 Dec |
Year 7 2023 Transition Day |
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5 Dec |
House Camps |
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9 Dec |
Last day of Term 4 |
PBC Industry Awards Alliance Breakfast
In Week 4 the PBC Alliance held our annual Industry Awards Breakfast celebrating the success of our Pathways and VET programs at PBC and the number of students that get the opportunity to undertake apprenticeships, traineeships, work placements and VET diploma/certificate courses while attending school, preparing them for the life after high school.
Congratulations to:
VET Student of the Year, Taj Wood, Deborah Zale and Dempol Perry were the finalists with Demphol taking out the award.
Trainee of the Year, Brielle Pearse, Amy Hickling and Abigail Clinnick were the finalists with Amy taking out the award.
Apprentice of the Year, Finn Hay, Koen Hopson and Hugh Munro were the finalists with Finn taking out the award.
2022 Achievement Award went to Leah Hurren.
Indigenous Student of the Year was awarded to Jarrah Dick.
Business Appreciation Award was given to Portside Coffee, a great supporter of PBC students.
Thank you to Kim Little from Aurora Training Institute who awarded two of our students a full scholarship for a Diploma of Business each. Congratulations to the two scholarship winners, Jorja Bellis and Leah Hurren.
Thank you to our guest speakers Jessie and Bree from Village Roadshow Theme Parks, Kim Little of Aurora, Hayley Bell of ARE and Chris Capra, Alyce Bradford and Neil Mackay of PBC.
Thank you to Michael Hart MP for sponsoring our event and Laura Gerber MP for presenting the awards in Mr Hart's absence. Other supporters of this morning's event were Bidfood, Palm Beach Surf Club, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and Ezi Office National Tweed.
A huge shout out to our Hospitality staff and students who did an amazing job preparing and serving breakfast to over 100 guests!
These amazing businesses are supporting PBC students with their education in many different ways. This support assists many PBC programs and students directly ensuring all have the opportunity to reach their potential. Please support those that support our students.
Keep an eye on this section of the newsletter each issue for a spotlight on some of our fantastic partners.
PLATINUM
Bendigo Bank Tugun Community Branch
GOLD
Belle Property - Rhys Wildermoth
SILVER
Michael Hart MP, Member for Burleigh
BRONZE
Burleigh Bears Rugby League Club
Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce
Platinum Realty - Alicia Kropkowski
REDS SUPPORTERS
TERTIARY PARTNERS
PBC Alliance Business Directory – support our local businesses
PBC Alliance Business Directory
If you are looking to support our local businesses and local community when looking for a product or service look no further than the PBC Alliance Business Directory. All of our Partners and Member businesses are listed in this directory and are looking to help you whereever they can. All are supporters of our students and local so please support those that support PBC. https://www.pbc-alliance.com/business-directory.htmlWould your business like to support our students? Become a Partner today. If you are interested in learning more about the PBC Alliance visit our website! www.pbc-alliance.com.
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