4 August 2014

Principal’s Report

Dear Parents,

At PBC our aim is to be a world class school which nurtures the talents of every student, positioning them to succeed in their preferred careers and thrive in all dimensions of a balanced adult life including relationships, health, creativity, citizenship and recreation.

The Arts Program at PBC plays a critical role in fostering individual creativity. Research shows a quality Arts curriculum that provides training and practise of creative skills has a significant positive effect on the overall outcome of their schooling.

PBC has many students who thrive in this endeavour and pursue specialised pathways in the Arts through extending their studies into senior school and or participating in the Creative Arts Excellence Program.

Performance is fundamental to this endeavour and for this reason our school participates in a range of eisteddfods and competitions annually.

This year over 600 students will be involved in the PBC Musical, Fanfare, Creative Generation State Schools Onstage, Gold Coast Eisteddfod and GC Drama Festival, as well as a myriad of other school performances.

I have been privileged to attend many of the performances that have occurred already and I witnessed first-hand both the outstanding talent and high quality of the work that our creative students and their teacher mentors consistently produce.

I wish all those students about to represent our school at both the drama festival and Gold Coast eisteddfod the best of luck with their performances and recommend that anyone in a position to attend do so.

Arts education is very much a partnership between the students, the school and their parents and I would like to acknowledge the tremendous support we receive from our families.

As an educator, I find it inspirational that so many parents are prepared to invest their time and finances to nurture the talents of our extraordinary young people.

Stephen Loggie
Executive Principal

Senior School Update

ADFA Education Award

On Friday members from the Defence Force academy were on hand at our Year 12 assembly to present Jackson Brough with the ADFA Education Award. This prestigious award is presented to students who excelled during the defence force recruitment process. Jackson showed academic and sporting achievement as well as a high level of leadership potential. Jackson received a new Laptop among other prizes to assist him with his studies. We wish Jackson all the best in his future with the defence force.

OP Predictions

You should now have received your students OP prediction in the mail. Overall we are very pleased with the outcomes of our OP students and their tracking towards their preferred pathway. We run an intervention program for all students who we identify to be at risk of receiving a university offer and we will be having conversations and making recommendations. Please take time to speak to your child about their prediction and their progress towards their goal. If you have any questions or queries about the prediction or recommendations contact the senior school office and speak to one of our experts.

Senior school information evening for Year 11 2015

On August 20 we are holding our annual information evening for students entering Year 11 in 2015. The night is designed to give you the critical information you need to make the right choices about the two most important schooling years. We will explain the Queensland senior system and pathways as well as give you tips to successfully navigate this phase. You will also have the opportunity to speak to the senior phase team and the school’s curriculum leaders. Follow this we will run the SETplan night on 4 September.

Nigel Hughes
Director Senior School

Awards, Reports, Uniforms and Assessment

An extraordinary number of Senior School students are receiving recognition at their respective OPTIMA assemblies this week. The awards reflected excellence across the academic, sporting, cultural and service areas of the school. Of particular note are the awards for students who have shown the greatest improvement in their grades, between Terms 1 and 2. We wish all of our students well as they strive for success in Term 3.

Reports

Reports were emailed to parents/caregivers on Friday 25 July. If you have not received one, please first check your email junk mail. If you still have no success, contact Corinna Green at cgree192@eq.edu.au and we will ensure you receive a copy. If you do not have an email address hardcopy reports were mailed home on Friday 1 August.

Uniform

Thank you for your ongoing support of our uniform policy and the appearance of PBC students in the wider community. Now that our uniform has been in place for several years, many students are outgrowing uniform items. Parents are reminded that skirts should be knee length but hems can be taken down. Nose rings are an ongoing issue for some students. Our policy is that other than a single pair of small earnings, there are to be no visible piercings. A clear nose ring or bandaid cover is acceptable. A watch is the only other permitted jewellery.

In managing uniform, there have been some items confiscated in recent weeks. These items are in the Senior School Centre and students may collect them at 3.05pm that day.

Assessment

Students are now well along the path to completing their first pieces of assessment for the semester. The new assessment schedules have been posted on the PBC website, under Senior School. Being aware of these dates can help you support your student in their learning and plan for those times when they will be heavily committed to their studies.

Sharon Hillcoat
Deputy Principal Senior School

Middle School News

New Middle School Administration Office

With the inaugural Year 7 cohort of students commencing at Palm Beach Currumbin SHS in 2015, the school has been busily implementing the facility plans in preparation for the additional students on the campus. Recently, the Middle School Administration Office has been completed and is now fully operational. This facility will further enhance the capability of our Middle School Leadership team to support the transition of our middle school students and parents to PBC.

Why have high expectations of our Middle School students?

There is a great deal of research that supports the need for high expectations in the Middle Schooling years. However, what does it really mean to have high expectations of students? At PBC the school motto, Nil Sed Optima (Nothing but the Best) represents that values and beliefs embedded in the high expectations that we have of our students. The foundation principles of the PBC Optima Code – “Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be a Learner” also provide clear guidelines to what our high expectations are based upon. Constantly communicating this message to our middle school students is a very important strategy in supporting them to reach their goals and modifying their behaviours and actions at this very important development stage of their life.

In particular, our PBC high expectations ensure that our students are challenged to succeed and achieve in a supportive and safe environment across all areas of the school curriculum. Setting high expectations enables students to feel engaged in their learning and stretched to learn new concepts. This in turn develops an adolescent’s self-esteem, as they are required to work hard to achieve their goal, and their resilience skills, as they are required to overcome obstacles and barriers to achieve their goal. If we can create this type of learning environment (challenge with support) in our PBC Middle School we will go a long way to ensuring lifelong success for our students.

Blair Hanna
Director of Middle School

Tutoring Available

Semester reports have identified for some parents and caregivers, the need to help their student take steps to improve their academic results. To assist, PBC has now added a Wednesday tutoring option in maths and science.

The initial target group is Year 8 and 9 and we hope to keep the group small for more personalised focussed attention based upon need. It will meet in the library during sport time. If you and your student want to enrol in this option please contact myself or Mr Eggert at the sports office.

Alternative assistance includes the Homework Club which operates from 8.00 – 9.00 am each Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and also 3.00-4.00pm Tuesday.

If these services are not appropriate for your situation, then other practices may assist, for example:

• Set aside time for school catch up, extension and revision at home
• Reduce the distractions to assist concentration
• Focus on small, specific gains
• Use language that builds self-confidence and that celebrates attempts at the more complicated or frustrating tasks

Keep in contact with your student’s class teachers and maintain positive relationships with PBC around improvement in learning and achievement.

Di Stamp
HOD Middle School

From the Dean’s Office

The Smith Family

The Coolangatta branch of The Smith family is currently organising a free workshop for parents of teenagers. The focus of the workshop is for parents to learn about the different career pathways available today, provide up to date career information and advise parents how to support teenagers with their career decisions. The facilitator of the workshop is Erryn Peterkin and she can be contacted on 5536 6397.

Another key project from The Smith Family is the Learning for Life program, which offers assistance for school related expenses (i.e. uniforms, shoes, photos) to families that are currently experiencing financial hardship. Again, Erryn is the program coordinator but my office has further information and referral forms. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries about the eligibility for the scholarships.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

A reminder…..Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) refers to the process by which children develop the fundamental social and emotional competencies essential to success in school and in the workplace. This includes the skills necessary to recognise and manage emotions, develop care and concern for others form positive relationships and make responsible decisions.

These skills can be a safeguard against bullying, peer pressure, disrespectful behaviour toward adults, dangerous risk-taking around sex, drugs, and alcohol and engaging with violence - all those negative behaviours that threaten a child's well-being and a school's orderly functioning.

Students with social skills and emotional awareness do better both socially and academically. They become attached to school and motivated to engage in their studies, work well with other children and demonstrate good citizenship, and handle both stresses and daily responsibilities more effectively.

PBC students have a timetabled, SEL class every week where they explore age appropriate issues and concepts that aid their social and emotional development.

The focus of the Year 9 SEL program for the start of this term is drugs, alcohol and violence. To assist parents with any questions or conversations with their child about issues raised in this unit of work, we suggest that you access credible internet sites such as the Australian Drug Foundation www.druginfo.adf.org.au or by contacting Gold Coast Youth Drug & Alcohol Program (YODA) on (07) 5535 4302.

Uniforms

Thank you once again to the many families that support the school’s uniform code by sending their children to PBC in the full and correct uniform every day. These students should feel proud that they are representing themselves, their families and their school in the most favourable light.

Also, please remember that students are not allowed to wear the tracksuit pants after Term 3; tracksuits are part of the Term 2 and 3 winter uniform.

Optima Awards

It is that time of year again when we formally recognise the amazing achievements of our students. Invitations have been mailed to the parents of award recipients. Hope to see you at the award ceremonies this week.

Tracey Cardinal
Dean of Students

CAX Openings for Years 9-12 Students

PBC’s Creative Arts Excellence Program is seeking interested applicants with passion and talent in Dance, Drama, Film and Media, Music and Visual Arts for 2015 classes in Years 9-12.

The CAX trials will be held at PBC in the second week of August, with the individual auditions and interviews occurring after school hours.

For specific information regarding dates, times and trials, contact Sarah Bannan via email at sbann30@eq.edu.au or call (07) 5525 9365.

Guidance Officer News

Applying for UNIVERSITY!!!

QTAC - Applications open on the 5 August and close on 30 September 2014

How do I apply?

You can lodge one application only in any one admissions period. 2014 standard Year 12s apply through the Twelve-To-Tertiary (TTT) application from 5 August 2014. You will need to do the following when applying:

1. Know your student number -
   Queensland - Learner Unique Identifier (LUI)
2. Confirm your personal details and contact information
   Ensure you use a valid email address that is valid through to 2015
3. Confirm your qualifications
   As a standard Australian Year 12, QTAC is able to obtain your secondary results. If you are a Queensland Year 12, you will see any additional qualifications that will be on your senior statement. You should check this information for accuracy.
4. Add qualifications if applicable.
   You may have additional qualifications which could include;
   - secondary study
   - bridging study or preparatory courses
   - tertiary study
   - certificate study AQF Certificate III and IV only (Certificate I and II are not assessed)
   - professional qualifications (eg dance, music or drama)
5. Indicate if you are applying for Educational Access Scheme (EAS) (Check QTAC website for details of EAS)
6. Supply information required by the Australian Government. QTAC collects information such as languages spoken at home and education completed by your parents/guardians. This information is not used in determining your QTAC selection rank
7. Enter your course preferences (refer to page 56 of your QTAC book for information)
8. Make payment for your application.

For more information go to: QTAC website: www.qtac.edu.au which includes step by step videos of how to apply and order preferences (go to online services)

Direct Entry Programs

Griffith University – Guaranteed Admission Scheme

Are you interested in studying at Griffith University? Does the sound of Guaranteed Entry sound appealing to you? Would you like to know if you are accepted to Griffith University before January? Now is the time to start thinking about your options for next year and as a partner school of Griffith University you are invited to apply for the Connect Guaranteed Admission Scheme. Applying is quick and easy! You will be asked to supply your contact details, Year 11 and Year 12 results as well as nominating a program for guaranteed admission.

The Griffith Connect Guaranteed Admission Scheme grants appropriately qualified students, based on Year 11 and semester 1 Year 12 results, guaranteed admission into a range of Griffith programs. Offers to students will be through the QTAC or UAC offer rounds in December.

You must have finalised QTAC or UAC applications with your preferred program listed as one of your preferences. To receive an early offer in December you would need your Connect program listed as your highest eligible preference, otherwise you will be considered in the main offer round in January.

Applications into the Griffith Connect Guaranteed Admission Scheme include:

• Applicants are studying at a Griffith Connect Partner School.
• Applicants are current OP, International Baccalaureate Diploma or ATAR eligible.
• Assessments are based on semester 1 and 2 Year 11 and semester 1 Year 12 results.
• Applicants must meet all prerequisites (minimum HA in ENGLISH and HA in one or more other subjects).
• Domestic and domestically studying international students are eligible.
• All Queensland Conservatorium programs are excluded.

Before you start your application, it is important to note that you will be required to provide a copy of your official high school reports for three semesters: Semesters 1 and 2 from Year 11 and Semester 1 from your Year 12 results.

Please ensure you have a copy of these available for uploading.

Applications close on 19 September 2014, 5:00pm Australia/Brisbane +10:00

If you would like to know more please see Mr Jones in E block or visit the Guaranteed Admission Scheme website for details and the application form.

Southern Cross University – STAR Program

Southern Cross University is excited to launch the 2015 STAR Early Entry Scheme

SCU is proud to support schools from across our regions to transition students with the appropriate academic ability and talent into our range of undergraduate degrees. The STAR Scheme focuses on working with schools to match individual students to a particular course based on their likelihood of success in their chosen discipline. Students can gain an early offer to study in 2015 at SCU on the basis of their school Principal's recommendation. The STAR scheme this year remains unchanged from last year using the fully online STAR Scheme Portal.

SCU Online Registrations

Online registrations open from 16 July 2014 and close 10 September 2014 via the STAR Entry Scheme website. The online student registration should take students no more than five to ten minutes to complete. Students need to nominate a first and second preference course. Please note once a STAR registration has been submitted students will not be able to change their STAR preferences.

UAC and QTAC

Students will need to match their first preference via the University Admissions Centres (UAC or QTAC) with their STAR Scheme offer to receive it in one of the following rounds only: QTAC Early Offer Round on 27 November 2014 or UAC Early Offer Round on 04 December 2014

*Please note the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science is part of the STAR program and will be run at the Gold Coast campus for the first time!

TAFE GOLD COAST Information Sessions

TAFE Gold Coast will be conducting Faculty specific information sessions for students interested in both the 2015 Schools Program (Current Year 9, 10 and 11 students) and Direct Entry/Post Year 12 study at TAFE. The information sessions will allow prospective students and parents/guardians the opportunity to obtain course related information, ask questions direct to the course teachers and participate in a guided campus tour.

Year 9 students who want to apply must be turning 15 at the commencement of your course in 2015.

Information sessions will be held on the following dates;

Services & Business information session

Tuesday 26 August 2014
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Southport TAFE Campus – Rooms S103 & S104, Level 1 Terraces, 91/99 Scarborough Street, Southport

Trades information session

Wednesday 27 August 2014
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Ashmore TAFE Campus – Theatre, A Block, Cnr Heeb Street & Benowa Rd Ashmore

Health & General Education information session

Wednesday 10 September 2014
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Southport TAFE Campus – Rooms S410 & S411, Level 4, 91/99 Scarborough Street, Southport

Creative Industries information session

Thursday 11 September 2014
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Coomera TAFE Campus – Main Auditorium, 198 Foxwell Road, Coomera

To attend an information session, students are to email Schools.GoldCoast@tafe.qld.edu.au including their full name, email address, phone number and information session selection.

University of Queensland (UQ)

Open Days:

• St Lucia – Sunday 3 AUGUST 9am – 3pm
• Ipswich – Wednesday 6 AUGUST 2.30pm – 6.30pm
• Gatton – Sunday 17 AUGUST 9.30am – 3pm

Bond University

Applications for the September Student for a Semester Program are now open

This is a note to let you know that applications for the Bond University Student for a Semester Program opened on Friday, July 11, and will close on Friday, August 8, 2014. This program is the perfect chance for your students to gain an authentic university experience before leaving high school, and we encourage your ambitious Year 11 and 12 students to apply.

• The Student for a Semester timetable outlines the available list of subjects for September
• Applications are open to current Year 11 and 12 students
• Students who successfully pass two Student for a Semester subjects may be eligible for direct admission* into some of Bond’s full degree programs upon completion of their year 12 studies (some restrictions apply*- see website for more information)
• The online application form and further program information about applying can be found at www.bond.edu.au/student-for-a-semester
• The program fee for 2014 is $238.00 and includes full use of Bond’s campus facilities

Jobs Australia 2014 report

Overall occupation trends

The next five years to November 2018 is expected to bring about growth in each of the Department of Employment’s eight occupational groups, however, the Australian workforce will increasingly require people to have undertaken training after school.

The largest decline in employment is expected to be in manufacturing, followed by the areas of mining and agriculture, forestry and fishing.

Less skilled workers will find it harder to get work with projections showing that approximately one in every 30 new jobs will be for a machinery operator or driver and one in every 75 will be for a labourer. This contrasts with the strong growth that’s expected to continue in the health care and social assistance industry, with one in every five jobs projected to be for community and personal service workers.

Top ten occupations for growth over the next five years:

1. Carers, aged and disabled
2. Sales assistants, general
3. Nurses, registered
4. Clerks, general
5. Carers, child
6. Managers, retail
7. Accountants
8. Managers, advertising and sales
9. Electricians
10. Education aides

Top ten industry subsectors for employment growth over the next five years:

1. School education (58.9 per cent)
2. Medical services (49 per cent)
3. Cafes, restaurants etc. (43.7 per cent)
4. Allied health (43 per cent)
5. Supermarket and grocery stores (36.3 per cent)
6. Tertiary education (32.7 per cent)
7. Computer system design and related services (31.1 per cent)
8. Other social assistance services (30.4 per cent)
9. Legal and accounting services (30.3 per cent)
10. Hospitals (29.3 per cent)

Source: Marni Williams Career FAQs - Leaders in distance education

Steve Jones
Senior School Guidance Officer

Stress Down Everyday!

Did you know?

Australians experience stress in their life due to the pressures relating to work, their family, their future, health and financial pressure.

• 91% of Australian's feel stressed due to work (Newspoll, 2014).
• 98% also agreed that laughter and humour have a large impact in reducing stress (Newspoll, 2014).

Stress is the body's way of dealing with pressure. Stress can be a positive thing, helping us strive for results during competitive or demanding situations. However prolonged, chronic stress can be detrimental to our physical, emotional and social wellbeing.

Stress can impact you in one or more of the following ways:

• Erratic or uncharacteristic mood swings or personality changes.
• Unusual sleeping patterns – feeling tired all the time or not getting enough sleep.
• Nervous habits or compulsive behaviours.
• Changes in appetite and diet – loss off appetite or eating more frequently.
• Dependence on alcohol or drugs as a coping mechanism.
• Loss of interest in activities such as hobbies, work or socialising.
• Experiencing panic or anxiety and a sense of not coping.
• Physical effects such as increased blood pressure, headaches, or exhaustion.
• Effects on mental health – feeling down or depressed most of the time.

If you experience prolonged stress with one or more of the above symptoms it may be time to seek help.

Simple tips for coping with stress:

• Talk to someone you trust and share your feelings (Psychologist, friends and family).
• Take time to look after yourself physically with exercise, a balanced diet and health checks.
• Allocate time for the things that make you happy.
• Don’t place unnecessary pressure or expectations on yourself.
• Make time for friends and family amid other priorities.
• Limit alcohol intake and use of other substances.
• If you feel your stress levels peaking take a few minutes (time out).
• Practice relaxation techniques.
• Plan ahead to manage situations that you know are going to be stressful.
• “Opt in” to positive activities, rather than “opting out” or avoiding life’s challenges.
• 98% of Australian’s agree that laughter has a large impact in reducing stress! So laugh more and stress less.

Anna Willis
Middle School Guidance Officer

Foodbank Appeal

PBC would like to take the opportunity to thank all parents, students and staff who generously donated food cans to the 2014 Foodbank QLD Appeal, held at the end of last term. We are pleased to report that collectively the donations contributed to approximately 485 meals for needy families within our region. The school is committed to running the event annually and looks forward to increasing the donation figures next year.

Jacqueline Hollis
Teacher

Industrial Tech Update

Mr Jefferies Certificate I Engineering students have been busy completing some real industry projects recently. They have been busy designing and constructing anchors, clamps and fire burners. The students have been enjoying the challenge and get to take home some useful projects. They have also been doing some repair work for the new Gym. Well Done students and Mr Jefferies for the great work!

Don Saunders
HOD ITD

Year 12 Marine Aquatic Practices Cook Island Snorkelling Trip

At the end of Term 2 Year 12 Marine and Aquatic Practices students had a great opportunity to take a day trip snorkelling to Cook Island. This excursion allowed us to snorkel the reef surrounding Cook Island and experience the untouched habitats first hand. We met at the Tweed Jetty and after a quick safety briefing we were on our way to cross the bar. Since I had never been across Tweed Bar before it was a cool experience. From the bar to Cook Island it was a quick but scenic trip, seeing dolphins on the way. It was a perfect day to go snorkelling with great conditions.

Once the boat was anchored we were able to jump in and snorkel a large region of crystal clear waters. We saw a large variety of fish, loads of turtles, some wobbegong sharks, leopard sharks and stingrays. Getting close enough to touch this beautiful marine life was an amazing experience. Overall it was a great day and would recommend it to everyone.

Bridgett Hawkins
Year 12 Student

Netball Celebrates

The Netball program will embark on their 2014 Vicki Wilson campaign buoyed by outstanding representative achievements.

PBC students were superb in five South Coast teams. Congratulations to our very talented athletes who triumphed with QLD selection

• 15yrs – Charlie Duke, Jada Gafa, Rosie Gale and Ebony Aston.
• Opens – Bryah Gafa

Proud coaches Meegan Bruggerman and Jasmine Kadry are thrilled to report two National representatives for 2014.

Special congratulations to

• Jada Gafa – 15yrs “Player of the National Carnival”
• Bryah Gafa National 17yrs team member

Rod Patison
HOD Sport Excellence

Ancient History: from PBC to UQ

On 22 July, the Year 11 Ancient History students travelled to the University of Queensland to engage in a comprehensive tour of the Ancient History and Classics departments.

Upon arrival the students were given a guided tour of the Universities Archaeology museum where they were able to view artefacts ranging from fragments of the Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead to Ancient Greek wine goblets and Roman Weaponry. The students then had the unique opportunity to examine many of these artefacts for themselves. The artefacts that the students had access to ranged from 3000-1500 years old and provided students with a rare opportunity to touch and feel objects that were used in ancient times. This was a humbling experience for the students as it allowed them to feel a connection with our ancient past that had previously been only theoretical.

The students were also invited to spend time in the Archaeology and Anthropology labs, where they had the opportunity to not only talk to the graduate students and professors but also to interact with many of the classics department artefact collections. The students examined the Universities’ collection of diseased human skulls and were able to see the effect of disease and the consequences of early Victorian and Elizabethan medical practises. Additionally the students were able to examine various sets of late Victorian era human remains and hypotheses about the lives that the individuals may have lived and how they may have died. This gave students a real world insight into the world of Archaeology and Anthropology and allowed them to apply their analytical skills in a practical setting.

Highlights of the trip for the students included; trying on Ancient Egyptian jewellery and watching flesh eating beetles skeletonise the remains of a kangaroo.

Overall the trip was a great success providing students not only with an insight into the practical aspects of ancient history but also allowing them to experience university style workshops and to gain some insight into universality life.

Neil Mackay
HOD SOSE

Oral Health Services - Dental Van

Students in grades (10,9,8A-K) have been provided with an offer of oral health care examination card to take home

If your child is enrolled in one of the grades listed above or are new to the school and did not receive an examination card and would like to arrange for your child to receive oral health care please contact the Oral Health Call Centre 1300 300 850. Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm Excluding Public Holidays.

If your child requires disability access please identify this requirement with the Call Centre Operator.

Who is spoiling your kids rotten? Dental Health Week 4 - 10 August

August is Dental Health Awareness Month. Dental Health Month aims to raise public awareness as around ¼ of Australians have untreated dental decay and only 39% of Australian adults visit the dentist for a yearly check-up. As most dental diseases are completely preventable, we need to focus on early intervention and prevention to keep enjoying good oral health.

Let's keep our teeth for life, and help our children do the same! Read more at www.dentalhealthweek.com.au

Gold Coast Child and Adolescent Oral Health Service

In the case of a dental emergency, telephone the Oral Health Client Service Centre 1300 300 850 Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm excluding public holidays.

School Based Youth Health Nurse Notes

Veggies and Fruit- paddock to the shop to your plate!

Veggies: Try to include meals based around vegetables during your week such as a vegetable curry and also include them in your lunch and evening meals. Snack on raw veggies such as carrots, snow peas and capsicum. Make tasty soups out of all your veggies or include them on a pasta dish or on top of your pizza, in a salad or your sandwich, chop raw veggies to have with your dips. They are filled with lots of nutrients and are superfoods.

Fruit: Fruits come in their own natural wrapper and can be eaten anytime. Add fresh, frozen or dried fruit to your breakfast cereal, muffins and breads, have a smoothie with bananas, mangoes or berries instead of a milkshake made with artificial flavours. Dried, fresh or canned fruit are a great snack instead of biscuits, cakes or chips. Some fruits can be frozen and are great to have on hot days.

So see what’s in season for veggies and fruit, look up a recipe and enjoy creating a masterpiece all of your own.

Judy Nunn
School Based Youth Health Nurse

Uniform Shop Update

CAX Shirts

If you ordered a CAX shirt they are now available for collection from the Uniform shop.

Bucket Hats and PBC Caps

Hats are a compulsory part of the uniform and are recommended for all outdoor activities. Both the bucket hats and caps are now available to purchase from Uniform Shop for $15.

Jumpers

Jumpers are now available and are selling FAST! You can purchase a warm knitted jumper from the uniform shop with samples available to try on for sizing, all sizes available for $48.

Trading Times

Monday to Friday 8:15am to 9:30am

If you are unable to come into the Uniform Shop you are more than welcome to give me a call on 07 5525 9331 and pay for any uniform item over the phone.

Uniform Shop payment methods are:

• Flexischools Online (www.flexischools.com.au)
• Credit card
• Cash
• Cheques NOT accepted

Extra Sport Excellence Stock

The Uniform Shop currently has some extra Sport Ex stock available for purchase. Please feel free to pop in and see our friendly staff who will assist you with sizing.

Please note not all sizes are available but we will do our best to assist you and your student in that regard.

Please contact myself between the hours of 8am-2pm Monday - Friday if you have any questions or would like to see if your student’s size is available. Also remember you can make your payments with me over the phone.

Mandy Webb
Uniform Shop Convenor

Ordered your 2014 Yearbook?

Don’t miss out on having a wonderful reminder of this year at PBC. The OPTIMA yearbook is filled with photos of school happenings, sports and of course your friends from the year as well as articles. They are $30. What a great keepsake.

Order yours today! (No payment required for Year 12 students.)

Payment Options

Pay in person:

• Payment can be made at the Student Services office 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
• Credit Card and Debit Cards (EFTPOS), Cash, Cheques and Money Orders are accepted.

Pay by phone (by credit card only):

• Call the school on 5525 9333 Monday to Friday between 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Please have the account and your credit card details with you when you call.
• VISA and MasterCard accepted.

Pay by Direct Credit:

• You have the option to make the payment direct to the school bank account. Please quote the reference below to ensure payment is credited to your account.
• Account Name: Palm Beach Currumbin SHS General Account
• BSB: 064-404 CBA Branch Burleigh Heads
• Account No: 00090303
• Reference: Please record both your Student’s Id and the reference code 2014MAG

Lynne Riley
Student Services

Administration

Cashier Window Operating Hours

Please be advised that the operating hours for the cashier/payment window at the school are strictly 8am to 1pm, Monday to Friday.

For internet banking please use the details below:

School’s Bank Account: PALM BEACH CURRUMBIN SHS General A/C

BSB Number: 064-404 CBA Branch Burleigh Heads

Account Number: 00090303

Reference/Details: Record both “Student ID AND the reference Code” to ensure your payment can be recorded correctly. (Reference Code = ITEM BEING PAID FOR eg: 2014 SRS8 or 2014 ACEX10)

Resources and Activities Schedule

To assist parents with budgeting, detailed below are current fees and activities with due dates for payment (due to short timeframes some excursions may not be listed).

Student Fee Excursion/ Activity	Activity Details	Amount Due	Date Due
Ski Trip	Year 11 students	Final Instalment $862	Due Now
Excellence Program Fees	Excellence program 2014 students	Various	Overdue
Course Fees
QCS	Year 12 students	$50	Overdue
Certificate I – Furnishing	Enrolled Year 11 and 12 students	Year 11 - $200 Year 12 - $100	Overdue
Certificate I - Engineering	Enrolled Year 11 and 12 students	Year 11 - $200 Year 12 - $100	Overdue
Certificate I - Construction	Enrolled Year 11 and 12 students	Year 11 - $200 Year 12 - $100	Overdue
Please note that all students are requested to present their Student ID card when making any payments to Student Services.

Most excursions do not appear on student statements. If you have any queries please call Lynne Riley in Student Services on 07 5525 9308.

Lost Property

Please check with Student Services for items like pencil cases, lunch boxes, etc. If you have lost an article of clothing (jumpers, shoes, hat) please check with the Uniform Shop.

Community Events

List Your Community Event with the PBC Newsletter

If you are holding a community event, sign-on day or fundraiser and want to get the word out to the community, you can list your event at the end or our Newsletter.

Go to our website at https://pbc-shs.eq.edu.au/Calendarandnews/Newsletters and view our current newsletter.

Look on the left side click on the View Local Events link to see what’s happening around the area.

If you would like to promote your event please email the details and any accompanying material (e.g. photos, fliers) to info@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au. Upon approval of the Executive Principal we will list your event.