Executive Principal's Message

Dear PBC Community,

As we head into the holidays and the end of my first month as the Executive Principal, I am amazed daily by the range of fantastic opportunities for students beyond the classroom. I would need to have ten clones of myself to be able to attend all of them. I have been entertained by our drama production, dined at the excellent restaurant week, watched high level sport, educated by the sustainability project, dropped in on the Student Council and Leo’s group and visited the Swell Festival to watch our music excellence student perform.

A highlight that I was impressed by was the quality of speeches delivered by Year 11 students seeking leadership positions in 2024. This was undertaken in front of four hundred peers and staff. Many research findings identify public speaking as a top level fear. Yet these students overcame this. Cooper and Charlotte in their speeches both “encouraged” students to get involved and I did the same when given the chance to address the Year 11 students. There is a difference between attending the school and being part of the school, where you find the courage to challenge yourself, try new things and engage in extra activities. In my experience successful academic students are also busy with other activities.

I wish all students and families an enjoyable holiday. Wishing you safe travels if going away. For our Year 12 students this is their last school holiday followed by a term that will be go by very quickly.

Chris Kern
Executive Principal

CRICOS Provider Name: The Queensland Department of Education trading as Education Queensland International (EQI) CRICOS Provider Number 00608A

As Term 3 draws to a close we wish to acknowledge the efforts of all Junior Secondary students across the range of disciplines our school offers. Congratulations to all students who have represented PBC in the Arts, sports, academically and via community service opportunities. For Year 7 students we look forward to celebrating those individuals specifically at our Term 4 OPTIMA Awards and for all students our major celebration is our end of year Junior Secondary Awards Night. To all of our students – thank you for your dedication and commitment to our school and for grabbing the opportunities that exist with both hands, we are very proud of the representatives you have become.

We have been trialling some new processes this term and so if as a parent you have any feedback you are welcome to contact us via the parent support email to let us know how you think those changes have gone from your perspective. We also have a student opinion email so if you hear your child voices an opinion or having an idea about how something could be changed or improved or just to help us understand our students better, please encourage them to drop us a line. Both these emails are directed to relevant staff and should receive a response within 48 hours. 

I would also like to acknowledge all the staff who support our Years 7-9 students either socially, academically or with their wellbeing. It really does take a village to raise a child and I hope that you appreciate as much as I do the lengths that staff go to add to the great support that you give your own child. In particular can I thank Mrs Julia Hoy who has been working with us this year, Julia is moving back to primary and has won a position at Miami SS. We wish her all the best and are richer for the experience of having worked with her. This position has been advertised and we hope to be announcing a new DP at the start of next term. Mrs Wendy Wise will be picking up the Year 8 cohort as they would have been moving to work with her next year anyway, so she will be having a handover with Mrs Hoy this week. 

Year 9 Work Experience 

We wish our Year 9 students all the best as they embark on a week of work experience across a number of workplaces and industries for Week 10. This opportunity offers students a range of skills in a variety of areas and bodes them well for future employment and industry experience. Good luck to all students and thanks to those workplaces who have supported this program. We have had a larger number of students getting their paperwork in on time and fully participating this year. Well done for working with us on this process which will have your child covered should anything go wrong on work experience. 

Sign Out Processes

Currently the only sign out processes are either write a note and have your child hand this in to student services or phone the main switch to get a message to student services. We are investigating whether there are more convenient methods for parents, however in the meantime can you please help us and Tegan who is the only worker in our Student Services area manage the demands of our large cohort. 

Year 7 Camp

In week 2 of Term 4, a majority of our year 7s will be participating in an action packed 3-day camp at YMCA Camp Warrawee. Students will be involved in a variety of exhilarating outdoor activities which will teach teamwork, problem solving, leadership and resilience. Please ensure that all medical forms are returned to A block student services by end of term so that details can be uploaded to the camp portal. Outstanding balance on invoices are now overdue. Please make final payment by direct deposit or in person at finance (D block).

For students not attending camp school attendance is compulsory as classes will be running as per the students’ timetable. There will be no new learning, however, students will be involved in a variety of literacy and numeracy activities during this time. Regular classes will recommence from Thursday 12 October. 

Junior Secondary Academic Reports

Congratulations to our junior students on another great term of effort and behaviour.  Parents/Carers will be emailed the term 3 progress report on the last day of term.

Thankyou to all Senior students for their efforts in what has been a massive Term 3 of 2023. Term 3 as always has absolutely flown by in a whirlwind of cultural performances, sporting finals and for all of year levels, end of Term exams. Once again, well done to all on what can be a very stressful, yet rewarding time. 

Year 12 Term 4 

Please remember the following timings for Year 12's in Term 4: 

Tuesday 3 October - Friday 13 October (Week 1 - Week 2) - Normal timetabled classes for all students 

Monday 16 October - Friday 20 October (Week 3) - SWOTVAC Study Week for General subjects 

Monday 23 October (Week 4) - External Assessment commences 

Friday 17 November - Graduation Ceremony & Formal Dinner 

Student Study Skills Sessions 

Week 2 and 3 of Term 4  

Monday 1:25-1:45pm in E02 classroom 

Year 11 students are invited to attend these short informative sessions which will cover: 

• • Top strategies for retaining knowledge 
  • How to develop study notes/revision materials as support for External Exams 

They will also be provided with a resource which provides them tips and strategies for success. Year 10 students are also welcome to attend. 

QTAC Applications

Students are reminded that they should be finalising their QTAC applications for 2023 and should refer to their email for details. Students also need to register with QTAC to receive their ATARs (the QCAA does not calculate ATARs and unless students register they will not be emailed their ATAR on December 15). 

The following resources will may be useful for students: 

• Year 12/ATAR page: https://www.qtac.edu.au/atar/ 
• How to Apply page: https://www.qtac.edu.au/applications/ 
• Education Access Scheme page: https://www.qtac.edu.au/educational-access-scheme/ 

Year 12 results 

The QCAA no longer mails out certificates and results to students at the end of the year. On December 15 they will provide a digital copy of results into each students’ QCAA learning account. 

All year 12 students should by now have logged onto their QCAA learning account in the QCAA student portal. This is accessed via the myQCE website https://myqce.qcaa.qld.edu.au/index.html. There are still some students that have not yet registered. 

To access the External Assessment timetable please visit the myQCE website: 

https://www.qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/assessment/external-assessment/timetable  

The External Assessment Guide which includes Directions for Students,  approved Equipment, Calculator lists and External Assessment Resources have also been published on the myQCE website above and the school website https://pbc-shs.eq.edu.au/SupportAndResources/FormsAndDocuments/Documents/assessment-calendars-and-shutdown-timetables/ext-ass-resources.pdf    

Students need to be aware of these documents and procedures which has been covered in classes and in mock exams.  

Scholarship Opportunity  

This year there are two Diploma scholarships available for Year 12 students to apply for. The scholarships available are two fully funded places (usually costing approx. $5,000) in the Diploma programme at Aurora Training Institute in 2024 and all Year 12 students are welcome to apply. The Diploma’s available for students to complete are:  

• Diploma of Business 
• Diploma of Leadership and Management 
• Diploma of Hospitality  

Any interested students should contact Mr Poirrier jrpoi0@eq.edu.aufor an application form. Applications close Thursday October 12th at 3PM (Week 2, Term 4).  

First Aid & Safety Course

A final First Aid and Safety course will be conducted at PBC on Wednesday October 18. To register for this course students, need to collect a letter from Y block and ensure payments are made by Monday September 11 ($100 for year 12s and $75 for year 11s). This course also attains 2 QCE points. Do not include this if the newsletter is published after Monday. 

Year 11 

Year 11 students will finalise Unit 2 in shutdown during week 10 of this term September 13 to 17. 

Moving forward Year 11 students will commence the summative units for ATAR in term 4 of this year and will have their first assessment for Unit 3 in the last week of term 4. This will be a full shutdown in the week of November 22 to 26. 

A reminder that all students must have passed a Unit of English and Maths by the end of Unit 2. Students that do not meet this requirement will have to complete Unit 1 or 2 gain in 2022 to be eligible for the QCE. 

Year 10 

Year 10 students are again reminded that they are much better off commencing a school-based apprenticeship and traineeship (SAT) in Year10 than in Year 11. Please see Ms Shreeve in Y block for more information regarding SATs. 

Assessment policy 

This policy is published on the school website. 

If students are absent for an exam they must contact their teacher and provide a medical certificate (allowances will be made for  border restrictions ). 

A reminder that all assignments are due at 9:00am on the due date and that teachers are instructed to make a judgement on the evidence, which is available at this time. Late assignments are not accepted. 

Students are reminded to back up their work via USBs, emails or cloud storage as computer malfunctions and losing assignments are not grounds for an extension. 

Students are asked to please see Mr Poirrier in G Block Staffroom if they are interested in any of the VET certificate courses and opportunities mentioned below.  

Year 11 Students - courses commencing in Term 4 2023 and Term 1 2024

Gold Coast Trades College have a number of Term 4 2023 & Term 1 2024 openings for:

• Year 10 students who have not chosen a VETis funded course at PBC on their SET Plan
• Year 11 students who have not used their VETis funding

Students who enrol in a VET certificate course with GCTC attend their training facilities for one full school day per week, providing their own transport. Students undertake external VET courses in addition to their timetabled senior subjects. 

Courses available include:

• Certificate 2 Electrotechnology
• Certificate 2 Plumbing
• Certificate 1 Construction 
• Certificate 2 Automotive 

Diploma of Business scholarships for current Year 12 students 

As part of their partnership with PBC, Aurora Training Institute are offering two full Diploma of Business scholarships to current Year 12 students graduating in 2023. Successful applicants will commence their Diploma in 2024 and complete the course in 12 months. The Diploma of Business provides students with the opportunity to learn advanced business skills and stand out ahead of their peers. Students will develop skills and knowledge in how to recruit quality staff, plan projects, manage risk and analyse business operations. Business leaders are vital for organisations of every size and scope, and pursuing diploma level studies could give students a wide variety of employment and promotional opportunities in the future. 

If any current Year 12 students are interested in applying for a scholarship please see Mr Poirrier in G Block staffroom a.s.a.p. for further instructions.

Applications are due by Thursday 12 October. 

Attention Year 12 Graduates

Enrolment now open for our pre-apprenticeship courses.

Attached is a list of courses that our Year 12s will be able to commence in late November and or January next year. 

As these courses use Certificate 3 guaranteed funding they are available for all Year 12 school leavers.

Courses on offer:

• Certificate I in Construction
• Certificate II in Automotive
• Certificate II in Electrotechnology
• Certificate II in Plumbing

School based traineeships available

New exciting traineeship opportunities are available in the Pathways Centre Y Block. Job boards will be updated regularly with new positions. Students can collect a registration form and apply now.

Still taking applications from Year 10’s!!

Get paid while gaining a qualification when doing a school-based traineeship and earn up to 8 QCE points!! Already working!! Why not convert your job to a traineeship, gain QCE points, and gain a qualification in your current job. A variety of new traineeships are on offer with a focus on business, hospitality, retail, sport and tourism

Coolangatta Surf Club: looking for 4 trainees – various work days

Brumby’s Bakery the Pines: looking for 2 Trainees – Monday or Thursday available

Miami Pool City Venue Management: gain your CPR, first aid and pool life guarding while working at a local pool, Miami and Robina plus more locations… flyer attached, apply through the QR code

Hospitality and Business Traineeships:

• Coolangatta Surf Club
• Brumbys Bakery The Pines Monday or Thursday
• Boost Juice Burleigh
• Soul Origin Robina
• The Pines News and Gifts
• Captain Hook Seafood Tugun
• Seeds of Life Mermaid Waters
• Bakers Delight Robina
• Kirra beach and Tallebudgera Tourist Parks
• The Pantry Burleigh
• Airport Retail Enterprises – Gold Coast Airport
• Third Base Coffee Palm Beach
• PRA Psychology Mermaid Beach – Mondays
• Kooco Espresso Bar & Kitchen Robina and Nerang
• Zarraffas – various locations New store Currumbin
• Boost Juice the Pines
• Hi Poke Kirra
• The Shelf Café and Deli the Pines
• Springbok Foods Burleigh
• BSKT Mermaid Beach
• Mr Potato Palm Beach
• Pancake Diner Burleigh Heads
• Guzmen Y Gomez – all locations
• Wendys the Pines
• Sumptuous Fine Foods – Currumbin
• Maries Pizza – Various locations
• Brumbys Bakery – Christine Corner & The Pines
• KFC – Palm Beach, Mermaid Beach & Robina
• Surf Easy Currumbin

Airport Retail Enterprises: ARE manage many of the cafes, restaurants and fast-food outlets at Coolangatta Airport. They are looking for enthusiastic and energetic applicants for their traineeships. In this traineeship students will rotate through a range of outlets including fast food, cafe and retail. This is traineeship is ideal for students who are hospitality driven as the diverse experiences will equip the students with a vast range of skills and knowledge. Students must have availability to work weekends to apply for these traineeships

Hairdressing Apprenticeship: CocoMousse Hair Varsity Lakes are looking for a school based apprenticeship, which will lead to fulltime work. Job description includes tea tidy and customer service and apprentice level duties.. Please contact Michelle or Chandre on 07 5575 8218 to apply

School based vacancies links:

Aurora Training Institute please visit their vacancy page: http://www.aurora.edu.au/schools-program/

First Choice College please visit their vacancy page: https://fcc.edu.au/?s=traineeships

Ignite Education please visit their vacancy page: https://ignite.edu.au/jobs/school-based-business-traineeships-hospitality-focus/

School Leavers should check the following links for fulltime employment opportunities :

https://www.goldcoaststudentjobs.com.au/

https://www.busyatwork.com.au/support-jobseekers/jobs/

https://www.megt.com.au/job-board

https://novaskill.com.au/jobs-available

Looking for a Trade??

Tracy from Gold Coast Trades college has many opportunities available for school leavers looking for a trade eg: metal roofer, painting/decorating, carpentry, tiling, Automotive & plastering. Please email your resume and industry of interest to Tracey Egan tracy@peopleperformance.com.au

MEGT Vacancies: Visit the Career Hub job board for a variety of apprenticeships, Roof Plumbing, Landscaping Construction, Soil Technician, Engineering… just to name a few Visit this link: https://www.megt.com.au/job-board

Mas National vacancies: Visit this link: https://mas.jobreadygateway.com.au/vacancies

OSMAC are seeking keen Year 12 students that want to secure an apprenticeship in the following trades only:

Air/Con & Electrical, Engineering Trade, Plumber, Carpentry, Plastering, Painting, Cabinet Making, Shopfitting, Tiling, Light & heavy vehicle & Panel beater/spray painting Email resume to Kirsten Twyford - kirsten@ogt.com.au & reception@ogt.com.au

McDonald’s casuals: apply via these links -

• Tugun: https://smrtr.io/4LXdX
• Palm Beach: https://smrtr.io/4RX8W
• Elanora: https://smrtr.io/4LXbg
• Coolangatta and Burleigh Heads visit: https://careers.mcdonalds.com/australia 

There are more opportunities on the job boards. Please come into Y Block to register. Love your current job? Would you like to turn it into a traineeship? Come to the Pathway centre and let’s see if we can create a traineeship for you in your current role. The Pathway Centre is open before school and first break to apply for any of the above positions

Sonia Shreeve - Industry Liaison Officer

Coolangatta Beach witnessed an exhilarating clash of South East Queensland and Darling Downs academies as 12 teams battled it out for the prestigious title of the Year 8/9 and Year 10/11 Clontarf Beach Rugby Champions of 2023. This annual event not only showcased the remarkable sportsmanship, dedication and Clontarf Spirit of academy members but also celebrated the profound commitment of the Clontarf partners and the community. The coveted prize awaiting the victors was none other than a surfboard trophy, symbolizing their triumph on the sandy pitch. 

The competition itself was nothing short of thrilling, with fierce battles and breathtaking plays unfolding on the sun-drenched sand. In the end, the Dalby Academy emerged victorious in the Year 8/9 category, while the Warwick Academy claimed the title in the Year 10/11 division. Their hard-fought victories were not only a testament to their skill but also a testament to the dedication and teamwork that this event embodies. It was clear that this day was about much more than just beach rugby—it was a celebration of community, partnership, and the indomitable spirit of our academy members striving to become an all rounder good bloke on and off the field.

PBC's GOT TALENT!

Congratulations to all of the students who participated in this year’s PBC’s Got Talent. The Grand Final was held in front of a packed audience during Week 8. Our extremely talented finalists were Rubi, Elishka, Silan, Jua, Imogen and Danika. All of the finalists wowed their peers and the judges with their amazing performances. Danika Mason was crowned PBC’s Got Talent Champion for 2023.

Sam Meskell - Humanities & Sport Excellence Rugby League Teacher
Spartan House Leader

24 PBC Students qualify for South Coast track and field team

A huge effort from the PBC Track and Field athletics to see 24 students selected to represent the South Coast at the upcoming Queensland State Championships in Brisbane early next term.

This is an amazing achievement by our students, and the highest ever number of qualifiers from PBC.

A special mention to Thewbelle Philp (Thewwy) – who smashed not only her 100m and 200m PB, but also the REGIONAL RECORDS. She is definitely on form and looking to medal at States and then Nationals next year.

Good Luck to everyone at QSS State Champs.

PBC Touch 

PBC Touch Sports Excellence students Oceiana and Lacey played for Queensland in the recent National Schools 15yrs championships in Darwin. After going through the prelim rounds undefeated the team was unfortunately beaten in the final by New South Wales. Both girls played in the middle and had outstanding tournaments. Oceiana, the co-captain of the QLD team, was rewarded with selection in the Australian Schools Merit team at the conclusion of the carnival. Congratulations to these two wonderful ambassadors of the PBC Reds touch program.

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

Junior Secondary Guidance Officer – Anna Willis

Why am I online?

Research shows it’s often about managing emotions

Most of us go online multiple times a day.  Many questions have rightly been asked about its broader consequences for society and the economy. But there remains a simpler question about what motivates people across a range of ages, occupations and cultures to be so absorbed in digital connection. And we can turn this question on ourselves: why am I online?

What are we doing when we go online?

As the American sociologist Erving Goffman pointed out asking “What is it that’s going on here?” about human behaviour can yield answers framed at different levels. These range from our superficial motives to a deeper understanding of what we are “really” doing. Sometimes we might be content to explain our online behaviour in purely practical terms, like checking traffic routes or paying a bill. Other times we might struggle to articulate our reasons for going or remaining online. Why are we continually looking at our phones or computers, when we could be getting on with physical tasks, or exercising, or meditating, or engaging more fully with the people who are physically around us?

The ever-present need to manage our emotions

Theories of the nature and function of emotions are complex and contested. However, it is safe to say they are expressions of felt needs and motivations that arise in us through some fusion of physiology and culture. During a typical day, we often feel a need to alter our emotional state. We may wish to feel more serious about a competitive task or sadder at a funeral. Perhaps we would like to be less sad about events of the past, less angry when meeting an errant family member, or angrier about something we know in our heart is wrong. Digital emotion regulation is becoming increasingly common in our everyday lives. One way to understand our frequent immersions into online experience is to see them as acts within a broader scheme of managing such daily emotional demands. Indeed, in earlier research we found up to half of all smartphone use may be for the purpose of emotional regulation.

Digital technologies are becoming key tools of emotion regulation

Over the pandemic lockdowns of 2020–21 in Melbourne, Australia, we investigated how digital technologies are becoming key tools of emotion regulation. We were surprised to find that people readily talked of their technology use in these emotion-managing terms. Occasionally, this involved specially designed apps, for mindfulness and so on. But more often people relied on mundane tools, such as using social media alongside Zoom to combat feelings of boredom or isolation, browsing for “retail therapy”, playing phone games to de-stress, and searching online to alleviate anxiety about world events.

Playing games to unwind after work is one of many ways people use digital technology for emotion regulation. To some extent, these uses of digital technology can be seen as re-packaging traditional methods of emotion management, such as listening to music, strengthening social connections, or enjoying the company of animals. Indeed, people in our study used digital technologies to enact familiar strategies, such as immersion in selected situations, seeking distractions, and reappraising what a situation means. However, we also found indications that digital tools are changing the intensity and nature of how we regulate emotions. They provide emotional resources that are nearly always available, and virtual situations can be accessed, juxtaposed and navigated more deftly than their physical counterparts. Some participants in our study described how they built what we called “emotional toolkits”. These are collections of digital resources ready to be deployed when needed, each for a particular emotional effect.

A new kind of digital emotional intelligence

None of this is to say emotion regulation is automatically and always a good thing. It can be a means of avoiding important and meaningful endeavours and it can itself become dysfunctional. In our study of a small sample of Melburnians, we found that although digital applications appeared to be generally effective in this role, they are volatile and can lead to unpredictable emotional outcomes. A search for energising music or reassuring social contact, for example, can produce random or unwanted results. A new kind of digital emotional intelligence might be needed to effectively navigate digital emotional landscapes.

An historic shift in everyday life

Returning to the question: what am I doing online? Emotion regulation may well be part of the answer. You may be online for valid instrumental reasons. But equally, you are likely to be enacting your own strategies of emotion regulation through digital means. It is part of an historic shift playing out in how people negotiate the demands of everyday life. 

Author’s: Wally Smith, Professor, School of Computing and Information Systems and Greg Wadley, Senior Lecturer, Computing and Information Systems, The University of Melbourne

School Based Youth Health Nurse

Entertainment App Fundraising!

Help the PBC P&C raise money for improvements around the school. The Entertainment App unlocks access to thousands of offers on dining, shopping, travel and experiences across Australia and New Zealand. There are Single City and Multi City Memberships available and can both be purchased for 3, 12 or 24-month subscriptions. Memberships start from as little as $29.99. Purchase yours today and not only will you be saving up to 50% off dining, shopping and things to do across Australia and New Zealand, but you’ll also be helping us raise funds at the same time with 20% from every purchase going back to PBC P&C fundraising.
Thank you so much for your support!

Order your Membership here - https://subscribe.entertainment.com.au/fundraiser/14425k9

  

International Homestay Families Needed

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@PalmBeachCurrumbinStateHigh and @PBCAlliance

Dates to Remember

Partner Spotlight!

We are delighted to welcome LifeChanger Foundation as PBC Alliance Platinum partner. Thank you LifeChanger, for supporting PBC Students!

LifeChanger Foundation empowers young people to live thriving, resilient lives by developing their social, emotional and resilience skills, and by building connections in their community. LifeChanger is the first pre-emptive program of its kind, with a delivery model that engages with youth, teachers, parents and local mentors to build a sustainable village of support. The workshops allow young people, and local community mentors, to connect and interact; building inclusive and resilient communities.

To find out more, or to support this worthy cause see the website for more details - LifeChanger Foundation

With offices in Palm Beach, Coolangatta and Currumbin, our local, family owned and operated business prides itself on hiring the best people to deliver exceptional results to our clients on the southern end of the Gold Coast and in Northern NSW.

We are supported by the LJ Hooker international network which has spent over 90 years building strong relationships and delivering real results. We play a crucial role in the lives of many Australians and have become Australia's best-known and most trusted real estate brand. You can get in touch with the team through our online business directory, a great spot to find your next goods/service! 

 

As a customer owned organisation, Summerland Credit Union are not like a major bank because our profits don’t go to external shareholders. By banking with us, your money is being used for good by an organisation that cares as much about the environment, your community and an ethical banking industry as you do.

We've been proudly providing banking solutions since 1974. Summerland has a long history of integrating sustainability practices into our business. We exist for the benefit of our customers and the communities we service. Our environmental, social and governance principles ensure we maintain a focus on good practices, while supporting our customers and communities.

We were the first financial institution to achieve Gold Partner accreditation in the Sustainability Advantage Program in acknowledgement of our outstanding environmental achievements and leadership. For more information - https://www.summerland.com.au/

PBC Alliance Business Breakfast

On 18 October we held our Term 3 Business Networking Breakfast to a full house. Alliance Partner, Members, Friends, PBC Staff and Students Leaders enjoyed a delicious meal provided by our Senior Hospitality Students and Staff. The full buffet breakfast was a huge hit with guests commenting on the quality of the food. Thank you to Bidfood for providing the produce for the breakfast.

Guests were able to listen to inspirational stories from Ambassador and Ex-PBC Alumni Karla Gilbert and Scott Watters, founder of the LifeChanger Foundation. LifeChanger Foundation empowers young people to live thriving, resilient lives by developing their social, emotional and resilience skills, and by building connections in their community. LifeChanger is the first pre-emptive program of its kind, with a delivery model that engages with youth, teachers, parents and local mentors to build a sustainable village of support. The workshops allow young people, and local community mentors, to connect and interact; building inclusive and resilient communities. With mental health at the forefront of our community, this worthy foundation needs your support - LifeChanger Foundation |

After hearing from Karla and Scott from Lifechanger, Azariah Gutchen from the Clontarf Academy spoke to guests about the wonderful goals they have been achieving throughout 2023.

Finally we heard from the OG PBC Alliance Founder, Neil MacKay about the importance of the Alliance for supporting our students. 

Thank you to all who attended. Thank you to those businesses that supported our Lucky Door Prizes Razor Edge Sharpening and Laura Gerber MP.

Shout out to our 2023 Partners!

Thank you!

Thank you to our amazing partners that have already signed on to support our students in 2023!

PLATINUM

Aurora Training Institute

Bendigo Bank Tugun Community Bank

Eoghan Murphy - Kollosche

Find Ya Feet

Gold Coast Titans

Grip Star Socks

SmileStreet Coolangatta

Stone Style

Synergy Fitness

Tweed Sea Sports

Lifechanger Foundation

GOLD

Belle Property - Rhys Wildermoth

Bond Sport

Capital Pest Management

Prestige Services Training

Southport Sharks

MSP Photography

Palm Beach Sports and Physio Rehab

SILVER

99 Bikes Burleigh

Currumbin RSL

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Harrison & Harrison Financial

Inspiring Brighter Futures

Michael Hart MP, Member for Burleigh

Palm Beach Surf Club

PlayBk

RJ Beaufils & Sons

Summerland Credit Union

Trade Glass

BRONZE

Bidfood

City of Gold Coast

Fraser Financial Services

LD Total Landscaping

The Butchers Table The Pines

The Good Human Factory

REDS SUPPORTERS

Balloonery Gold Coast

BOQ Elanora

City Venue Management

CVM Academy

Fight 4 Youth

Laura Gerber MP

Mighty Minds

PBC P&C

Signature Dance

VMA Promotional Products

Youth Music Venture

TERTIARY PARTNERS

Bond University

Griffith University

Gold Coast TAFE

Southern Cross University

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.html

Would 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. 

The Uniform Shop

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Finance Office

The Finance Window is located in D Block. The Payments Window is open on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:00am to 12:00pm.  

QPARENTS 

What is QParents? QParents is a user-friendly portal accessible via app or web browser, providing parents with secure online access to information about their child’s schooling. You can access information about:

• attendance details
• timetables and upcoming events
• report cards and assessments 
• invoices and payment history.

 Download QParents https://qparents.qld.edu.au/#/login   

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