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From the Executive Principal,
After a year away working for Central Office on the School Resourcing Review project (first time in 38 years that school funding has been reviewed) it is fantastic to be back at PBC. Travelling the state and working across the regions has reinforced to me that PBC is a great school which has much to be proud of.
The school celebrated NAIDOC week with a special assembly and by participating in community events on Wednesday and Friday. The assembly was well attended by local community and our student performances and messaging to their peers were well received. We were honoured to be the only group invited to perform at a significant cultural celebration late in the week. Congratulations to Trish and all the staff and students who made the week so successful.
Gold Coast South Sports is coming up as is Eisteddfod season. Please check our socials for dates and times.
The School Opinion Survey for 2024 has been released to parents. Please see the article below for your opportunity to have your say about your school.
School Opinion Survey
The suite of School Opinion Surveys is undertaken each year by the Department of Education to obtain opinions about our school from families, school staff and students in target year levels (Years 8 and 11).
The surveys will help identify what we are doing well, and understand where we can improve. The survey invitation will be emailed in the week beginning 15 July and is titled School Opinion Survey for parents and caregivers, 2024.
Each school family will receive one email invitation from the Department of Education to complete the Parent/Caregiver Survey. The survey is anonymous, and the results are reported in ways that an individual’s response cannot be identified by the school.
Parents/Caregivers are encouraged to complete the survey. The survey can be completed via computers, tablets or smart phones with an internet connection. Parents/caregivers who experience difficulties accessing the survey can request a new survey from the School Opinion Survey team via email schoolopinionsurvey@qed.qld.gov.au.
Can’t find your invitation? If your family has more than one parent/caregiver, check that they haven’t received the invitation and/or check your junk email folder.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mitch Kennedy, Deputy Principal 11/12, at mkenn178@eq.edu.au
Chris Capra
Executive Principal
CRICOS Provider Name: The Queensland Department of Education trading as Education Queensland International (EQI) CRICOS Provider Number 00608A
Welcome back to all students and families to Semester 2 - in what is certain to be a busy time. Term 3 brings with it a range of events across all areas of the school as well as culmination of studies for our Year 11's and 12's, along with the all-important SET-planning process as our Year 10's select their senior pathway.
A special congratulations to our all students who have been invited to our Mid-Year Senior OPTIMA Awards coming up on Tuesday 30th July. Achieving an award of this nature for academic, cultural or sporting prowess is no small feat in Senior School as students balance their ever-increasing extra-curricular demands. We look forward to welcoming the families of award recipients and celebrating students' achievements for the final time this year.
Congratulations to our budding comedians who are taking place in the next Reds Go Riot on Wednesday 31st July in our Theatre (Adi Bhandari & Emma Suttle - Year 12, Annabelle Harvey & Owen Browne - Year 11 and Carter Lucas - Year 10). This event is always a calendar highlight and is not to be missed!
YEAR 10
Year 10 students have now reached the point in their Senior Schooling where we are asking them to plan their pathway, including subjects, for Year 11 and 12. This is called SET Planning.
To help in making the best possible choices we strongly encourage you and your student to attend an information evening for all Year 10 families. The aim of the evening is to receive essential information on Senior Pathways as well as have the opportunity to tour our faculties and speak directly to subject teachers about the subjects on offer. In addition, a variety of representatives including Griffith Uni, Southern Cross Uni, Gold Coast TAFE, Gold Coast Trades College and Prestige Training Services will be available to answer any questions you have regarding a wide range of certificates and courses on offer.
Please monitor your emails as a range of resources and invites will be emailed to year 10 parents and students in the coming weeks.
YEAR 12
- It is certainly a busy time for Year 12s with the finalisation of their third internal assessment item (IA3) and preparations for External assessment in General subjects and IA4 Applied subjects.
- Year 12 General Maths and Math Methods students will have their third internal exam during the week commencing July 29.
- Year 12's will be sent a cumulative report of their results for Unit 3 and 4 in the week beginning August 12. This will be the last report that Year 12 students will receive from PBC as final exit level of achievement and results are determined by the QCAA. Students are again reminded that they must complete all assessment to receive a result in a subject; for instance, if a student does not complete an assignment/project they will not attain a result; this will also affect their QCE eligibility.
- All Year 12 students will have shutdown exams in weeks 9 and 10 of this term to complete Mock External assessment and Applied subject assessment.
YEAR 11
Year 11 students are currently completing unit 2. English and Economics have exams in week2.
Year 11s will then have their final Unit 2 assessment block in the last week of this term. This will be a full week of shutdown.
This is a busy time for these students and ensuring your student has appropriate time management skills and is prioritising school work will help students to maximise their results.
HANDY LINKS FOR SENIORS
Local Jobs Roadshow
A local Jobs Roadshow is being organised on August 20 at Elanora SHS. Any year 12 interested in attending should register at Y block by August 11. PBC will provide a bus to and from this event.
QTAC
All Year 12 students have also been issued with a QTAC booklet to research courses for 2025. Course details are already online at https://www.qtac.edu.au/
Hospitality Short Courses
A short course in Hospitality will be offered to Year 12 students that do not have General exams scheduled on the last 3 days of this term (September 11 to 13). This course will provide competencies in Food hygiene, Barista coffee making, Provide responsible gambling services (RSG) and Provide responsible service of alcohol (RSA). The course will also attain 2 QCE points. The course costs $240 and students should register by September 6 on this link https://aurora.assessapp.com/webforms/162269/new. Students that just wish to complete the RSA on September 13 can do so at a charge of $50 and can register on the following link by September 6 https://aurora.assessapp.com/webforms/162301/new.
QCE Eligibility
All Year 11 and 12 students should by now have registered for the QCAA student portal on the myQCE website ( https://myqce.qcaa.qld.edu.au/your-qce-pathway/student-portal-and-learning-account ). They also should have completed the Academic Integrity Course in the Online Learning section. This will become a pre-requisite of the QCE.
Students are expected to pass at least 5 out of their 6 subjects to remain eligible for the QCE and to remain enrolled in post compulsory schooling. If students have been disengaged and not working appropriately they could find themselves in a position where they are ineligible for the QCE at the end of Unit 1. For more info on QCE: https://myqce.qcaa.qld.edu.au/your-qce-pathway/about-the-qce
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Pathways Centre News
School based traineeships available
New exciting traineeship opportunities are available for year 10’s in the Pathways Centre Y Block. Job boards will be updated regularly with new positions. Students can collect a registration form and apply now. Get updates on the student portal – New Traineeship VETis Tab
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
Riviera Australia – Award winning boat builder are hiring new Apprentices! See Flyer attached
Hospitality and Business Traineeships:
- The Oxley Village Grocer – Nobbys
- Schnitz – Gold Coast Airport
- Hungry Jacks - Gold Coast Airport
- Currumbin Alley Surf School
- Colores Custom Cosmetics Coolangatta
- Airport Retail Enterprises – Gold Coast Airport
- Zarraffas Tugun & Currumbin stores
- Wendys the Pines
New Vacancies to come – Check job boards in Y Block
Skill Set Course Week 10 11/09 – 13/09 - Senior student opportunity to gain some valuable skills, Espresso Coffee, Responsible Service of Alcohol, Responsible Service of Gambling & Hygiene Practices. All amazing employable skills. 3 day course, gain 2 QCE points at a discounted price for PBC $240. Want to just get your RSA? Come for the day $50
Garden of Vegan: Currumbin business specialising in events and catering, markets stalls etc online ordering, sales and social media. Great opportunity with a variety of tasks
McDonalds Coolangatta: Hiring now ! This is a wonderful opportunity to get into the world of work as a young person, Learn customer service, clear communication, work as a team member, Develop active listening skills and problem solving to complete tasks To apply visit https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/McDonaldsAustraliaNewZealand/743999726174271-coolangatta-ii-qld-crew-member
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
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
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
Fulltime/school leaver opportunities:
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 Or
Dean Weatherhog deanw@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 - reception@ogt.com.au
Grill’d Stores: Hiring now. Send email to recruitment@grilld.com.au or pacificfair@grilld.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
Whoever coined the term ‘Every Day Counts’ must have been a mathematics teacher. Consider the mathematics curriculum as bricks; each year we lay down a new layer, building on prior knowledge. Absences are missing bricks – next year the foundation to support it won’t be as strong. Our teachers work diligently to ensure every math lesson is purposeful and supports the development numeracy capability.
Please prompt your child to do a quick stocktake of their equipment. Whether it be needing new notebooks, pens, pencils, rulers or a calculator your child will not be as successful as they could be if they were properly prepared for each lesson.
A note about calculators. Students are expected to have their own scientific calculator for all Maths lessons. Casio is the preferred model (Model FX82 Plus II 2nd Edition - see image below) at PBC, but any scientific calculator is acceptable.
PBC has now had the compartmentalised bins in the playground for three terms. These allow students to sort and separate their waste, enabling us to recycle, compost and cash in as much waste as possible, reducing the volume of waste we send to landfill. This has already made a significant impact on our waste collection bills. In May and June of 2024, sorting and separating our waste reduced the volume we sent to landfill by approximately 50% compared to May and June of 2023, saving us more than $5,000 in the process. By the end of June 2023, we had spent more than $25,000 on waste collection bills for the year. By the same time this year, we have only spent a little over $16,000. In that time, we have also earned $3,350 from the Container Refund Scheme and diverted more than 4,000kg of food waste from landfill, creating compost that we donated to the Southern Beaches Community Garden at Tugun.
The line graph illustrates the reduction in the number of general waste bins we send to landfill each week. In May of 2023, we sent 426 240L wheelie bins of rubbish to landfill. In May of 2024, it was only 201 bins. In June of 2023, we sent 316 240L wheelie bins to landfill, while June of 2024 saw us reduce that number to only 133.
While the above waste reductions are encouraging, this is just the beginning and we can do even better for the rest of 2024 and beyond. We have an incredible team of people working to collect and sort waste to make sure we send even less to landfill in the future. Please encourage your student to help PBC become even greener by:
- Using reusable containers rather than single-use packaging like cling wrap for their lunches
- Taking the time to place their waste into the appropriate bin compartment (food waste, CRS-eligible beverage containers, recyclables and general waste)
- Bringing their own cutlery to school rather than using single-use items from the canteen
- Putting rubbish in the bin rather than leaving it on the ground
We all have a role to play in reducing waste. A small amount of effort from every individual at PBC makes a big difference overall.
Tom Pasley
#RedsGoGreen
This years NAIDOC theme is ‘Keep the fire burning, Blak, loud and proud’! This year the NAIDOC theme encapsulates the unapologetic celebration of Indigenous identity, empowering us to stand tall in our heritage and assert our place in the modern world. This theme calls for a reclamation of narratives, an amplification of voices, and an unwavering commitment to justice and equality. It invites all Australians to listen, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue, fostering a society where the wisdom and contributions of Indigenous peoples are fully valued and respected.
Our schools NAIDOC ceremony celebrated NAIDOC week by hosting an assembly for students and community members. Aunty Joyce Summers (our local community elder) was accompanied by her great granddaughter, Year 12 student Tayah Chilcott to deliver a powerful Acknowledgement to Country.
Our Audience was treated to very special performances from ‘Jaran’ Torres Strait Islander Dance Troupe and our very own PBC ‘Ginbi’ Aboriginal girls Dance Troupe.
We also acknowledged and congratulated the 37 First Nations Year 12 students on Track to graduate year 12 in 2024.
Murri Jarjums and Clontarf staff, along with our First Nations Students and Community members all met after our assembly for morning tea and to highlight and share the achievements of our students so far this year.
Image galleries include the PBC NAIDOC Celebration, NAIDOC March and NAIDOC Oztag Gala Day.
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-officerSenior Secondary Guidance Officer Steve Jones (Email : sjone79@eq.edu.au)
Junior Secondary Guidance Officer - Anna Willis
The difference between good stress and the toxic kind
Toxic stress, on the other hand, wears down your stress response system in ways that have lasting effects, as psychiatrist and trauma expert Bessel van der Kolk explains in his bestselling book “The Body Keeps the Score.”
The earliest effects of toxic stress are often persistent symptoms such as headache, fatigue or abdominal pain that interfere with overall functioning. After months of initial symptoms, a full-blown illness with a life of its own – such as migraine headaches, asthma, diabetes or ulcerative colitis – may surface.
When we are healthy, our stress response systems are like an orchestra of organs that miraculously tune themselves and play in unison without our conscious effort – a process called self-regulation. But when we are sick, some parts of this orchestra struggle to regulate themselves, which causes a cascade of stress-related dysregulation that contributes to other conditions.
For instance, in the case of diabetes, the hormonal system struggles to regulate sugar. With obesity, the metabolic system has a difficult time regulating energy intake and consumption. With depression, the central nervous system develops an imbalance in its circuits and neurotransmitters that makes it difficult to regulate mood, thoughts and behaviours.
How stress affects your brain- Madhumita Murgia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuyPuH9ojCE&t=51
Recognising and managing stress and its associated conditions
The first step to managing stress is to recognise it and talk to your primary care clinician about it. The clinician may do an assessment involving a self-reported measure of stress.
The next step is treatment. Research shows that it is possible to retrain a dysregulated stress response system. This approach, called “lifestyle medicine”, focuses on improving health outcomes through changing high-risk health behaviours and adopting daily habits that help the stress response system self-regulate.
Adopting these lifestyle changes is not quick or easy, but it works (especially if consistently applied over a 9–12-month timeframe). Practicing personal regimens of stress management, diet and exercise in ways that build and sustain their new habits (i.e., such as meditation, deep breathing, walking, swimming, being aware of your surroundings).
There is now strong evidence that it is possible to treat toxic stress in ways that improve health outcomes for people with stress-related conditions. The next steps include finding ways to expand the recognition of toxic stress and, for those affected, to expand access to these new and effective approaches to treatment.
Lawson R. Wulsin, Professor of Psychiatry and Family Medicine, University of Cincinnati
Guidance Officer Anna Willis (Email : awill464@eq.edu.au)
Positive Culture for Learning
"Be respectful" is one of the three elements of the PBC OPTIMA Code. Across the school, students can tell you that at this school, we are to 'Be safe, be respectful, be a learner.' Yet our behaviour data tells us that disrespect is the most frequently recorded behavious issue at PBC.
PBC is a 'PCL' school - we are practicing a Positive Culture for Learning. This body of work is led by a comittee of leaders, teacher aides, welfare support and parents. One core philiosophy of PCL that positive behavious needs to be actively taught, just like any other skill, and frequently acknowledged. This week, CARE teachers across the school are teaching about respect, and how it is displayed through our language choices and beahviour. The process of teaching includes discussion and role modelling. As young people move out into the world, respectful beahviour will help them as employees, community members and citizens. The PCL committee will be seeking feedback from teachers on their lessons, and hope to see improvements in respectful behaviour across the term.
Reds Go Riot
Fancy a night of belly laughs and entertainment!
Get in fast to secure your 2024 Reds Go Riot tickets!
See details below.
Motorcycling
Anika Loftus returns to Australia having represented her country at the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) Women’s Speedway Academy & Gold Trophy in Teterow, Germany on the 20-22 June.
The momentous occasion for women in speedway saw Anika finish 3rd.
Unfortunately, Anika also had a rough spill in the Final with another rider, leaving her with a broken collarbone. After successful surgery in Germany, Anika went on to support her brother at the FIM Speedway Grand Prix 3 Final in Poland.
Anika now holds a place in Australian Speedway history as the first woman to make a world final and podium.
Anika was also invited by the Polish Motor Association to participate in the 2024 Ekstraliga Camp where talented international riders show their skills to the PGE Ekstraliga training staff to develop their careers in Poland. Unfortunately Anika was unable to participate due to her injury but attended and supported her brother, Jordy.What a fantastic achievement - well done Anika!!
Jordy Loftus, younger sibling of Anika returns from Europe having represented Australia at the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) Speedway Grand Prix 3 (250cc) in Teterow, Germany on the 22 June & Gorzow, Poland on the 28 June.
Jordy qualified 5th in Semi Final 1 in Germany to be ranked 9th for the Final in Poland and finished 13th out of 38 riders from 15 countries.
Jordy was also invited by the Polish Motor Association to participate in the 2024 Ekstraliga Camp where talented international riders show their skills to the PGE Ekstraliga training staff to develop their careers in Poland. The camp included training and a two day tournament. At the conclusion of Day 1, Jordy shared equal points for the top position and on count back finished 2nd. Day 2 saw Jordy finish 5th overall.
Well done to Jordy!!
Jiujitsu
Over the weekend Cooper Kinman Year 11 competed in the Brazilian Jiujitsu QLD State Championships as Juvenile Blue belt and won double gold in GI and no-GI for his weight division. Well done Cooper!!
2024 Paris Olympics
It’s official! Our very own homegrown PBC skateboarding superstar Chloe Covell has earned her ticket to the 2024 Paris Olympics. Chloe was named in Team Australia and received her boarding pass for Paris today! PBC are so proud of you Chloe - can’t wait to watch you in action going for GOLD!!!
Did you know Chloe even has her very own billboard!! The billboard near Zarraffa’s Tugan has an image of Chloe to show the support for her leading into the Olympics - from QANTAS & the Australian Olympic committee. We can't wait to see you in action in Paris!!
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Our term 3 PBC Alliance Networking breakfast is shaping up to be another successful gathering of local businesses. Featuring headline guest speaker from the Gold Coast Suns - CEO Mark Evans, follwed by our new Platinum partners ClearSmiles, with CEO Dr Steve Samaan also speaking at the event.
Tickets are only $20 for a delicious hot breakfast, served up by our wonderful PBC Hospitality team. So why not come along and see what the Alliance is all about, whilst enoying the company of likeminded individuals from the PBC community and local businesses.
Friday 16 August 2024
6:45am - 8:15am
Trade Training Centre, PBC, Thrower Drive, Palm Beach
$20.00 per person (Includes a delicious breakfast, tea and coffee)
GUEST SPEAKERS:
Mark Evans - CEO Gold Coast Suns
Dr Steve Semaan - CEO and Principal Orthodontist Clear Smiles Orthodontics
Chris Capra - Executive Principal, Palm Beach Currumbin SHS
Neil Mackay - Founding Member, PBC Alliance
The PBC Alliance Business Networking Breakfast is a wonderful opportunity for our community of local business people, Alliance Partners, Members, PBC key staff and friends to come together for an interesting and engaging morning listening to our guest speakers deliver messages relevant to our area.
Breakfast is prepared and served by our hospitality students under the management and direction of our professional and experienced hospitality staff. The students will be providing a full breakfast. There will be a selection of pastries, coffee, teas and juice available and all dietary requirements can be met.
Tickets* are still just $20 each and include all food and drinks. To RSVP click the link below. Please be sure to indicate any dietary requirements.
* Please note there are no paper tickets for this event. Your name will be placed on the guest list.
We are always looking for lucky door prizes. If you would like to donate a prize please email Ann-Louise Hovey at alliance@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au. We will happily promote any business sponsoring our Lucky Door Prizes at the breakfast. These prizes are always very popular and highly anticipated.
Partner Spotlight
Platinum Partners of the PBC Alliance
Clear Smiles Orthodontics
18 Years of Experience
1000+ Google Reviews
Over 6000 New Smiles
At Clear Smiles Orthodontics, you can have it all: the expertise of Dr. Semaan, the convenience of remote dental monitoring, and the peace of mind that comes with knowing thousands have gone before you. Dr. Semaan is a Registered Orthodontic Specialist with the Australian Dental Board. Dr. Semaan graduated with honours with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Sydney. He then went on to obtain his Master of Dental Science in Orthodontics degree at the University of Western Australia. To further complement his academic achievements, he obtained a Postgraduate Diploma of Business at Bond University.
Address: Suite 1 (Ground Floor), 2 Investigator Dr, Robina, QLD 4226
Phone: 07 5393 3733
Email: admin@clearsmilesorthodontics.com.au
Website: www.clearsmilesorthodontics.com.au
About Clear Smiles Orthodontics
Clear Smiles Orthodontics is an orthodontic practice led by Invisalign expert Dr Steven Semaan.
Silver Partners of the PBC Alliance
Hydraulink
Hydraulink Gold Coast is a locally owned and operated engineering business focusing on hydraulics. Our team focuses on providing the following services and products to business: - 24/7 Emergency Mobile Hydraulic Hose Repair, - Hydraulic Equipment repair and maintenance, - Hydraulic Ram and Hydraulic Cylinder Repairs and Reseals, - Re-manufacture of automotive power steering and our fully equipped mobile service vehicles are stocked with a large range of hydraulic and industrial hoses and fittings. At our Nerang Service Centre we can manufacture, repair and supply any hose and fitting solution. Come in and see the dedicated team today!
Address: Shop 1, 24 Lawrence Dr, Nerang QLD 4211
Phone: 0405 180 380
Email: sales@hydraulinkgc.com.au
Website: www.hydraulinkgoldcoast.com.au
Silver Partners of the PBC Alliance
R.J. Beaulfils
We welcome back R.J. Beaufils & Son as a SILVER Partner and sponsors our rugby league excellence program.
R.J. Beaufils & Sons are electricians family owned and operated with over 75 years of experience. Their precision team of hand picked electricians service all areas of the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Northern NSW, with all installations, repairs, maintenance, renovations and restorations to specifically suit your needs.
To get in touch call 07 5576 1532 or email ray@rjbeaufils.com.au. Website: rjbeaufils.com.au
Interested in becoming part of the PBC Alliance?
By becoming a PBC Alliance Partner you can directly contribute to helping Palm Beach Currumbin State High ensure the young people of Palm Beach Currumbin strive to meet their potential. In return for your support, we offer tailored marketing packages for your business to recognise and highlight your contribution and support of our students and wider communities. Partnerships are for a calendar year (12 month period) or as negotiated.
How can you contribute?
Student Support
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Provision of school-based traineeships/apprenticeships/work experience opportunities to PBC students
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Provision of awards, bursaries or scholarships for students
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Provision of coaching or training to students that participate in our excellence programs and other programs
Sponsorship
Part or full sponsorship of a specific educational project, program or endeavour. This includes donating funds or providing in-kind support for resource provision of products or services.
If you would like to become a partner, please email Ann-Louise Hovey at alliance@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au or call on 07 5525 9312.
Finance Office
*IMPORTANT* 2024 Student Resource Scheme (SRS) is now due. Please contact finance@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au to discuss payment options and/or payment plan.
SRS Payment Options
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Option 1 – SRS fee paid in one lump sum |
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Available to all year levels |
Full SRS amount due 22/01/2024 |
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Option 2 – SRS fee paid in increments over 3 Instalments |
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Instalment 1 |
50% of total SRS due 23/01/2024 |
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Instalment 2 |
25% of total SRS due 27/02/2024 |
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Instalment 3 |
25% of total SRS due 27/03/2024 |
For all other payment options please email finance@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au or visit our website https://pbc-shs.eq.edu.au/support-and-resources/payments.
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:
- Provide consent for upcoming excursions
- timetables
- invoices and payment history.
Download QParents https://qparents.qld.edu.au/#/login
