17 February 2015

Principal’s Report

Dear Parents,

I am thrilled with the start we have made to the 2015 school year. Despite the complexities associated with a record number of students I am pleased to report that our students have in general made excellent starts to their studies.

The classrooms that I have visited over the past few weeks have been busy and productive places where student conduct has been exemplary. I am exceedingly grateful for the way families have embraced and supported the uniform. I have been contacted by a number of community members who have complimented me on how wonderful the students look and how they wear their uniform with pride.

The challenge we face is to maintain these high standards especially as the novelty of the new school year fades.

To maintain the momentum it is important that school and parents work together to ensure that every student:

• Knows and continues to comply with the behaviour and dress standards of the school. Parents please run your eye over your child’s dress and support the code.
• Has re-established a positive peer group. It is important that parents know the names of friends and are comfortable they bring out the best in their child.
• Is spending appropriate time completing homework and studying what they have learnt in class. I am an advocate for publishing a study timetable on the fridge and all family members working to support each young person to develop the skills necessary to stick with it. The schedule should include assessment dates.
• Is attending regularly. Missing school has a major affect on learning achievement and as the term continues students who experience difficulty can also experience anxiety which is often confused with illness. As a general rule of thumb it’s my belief that a student should only be ill as often during a school term as they are when they are on holidays

I also ask that you actively support the school’s commitment to zero tolerance to bullying. If your child experiences or witnesses any incident that they believe may be bullying make sure that they talk to their form teacher or Year Coordinator. Alternately you can relay your concerns directly to the school by using the special email address reports@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au or phoning student administration.

Similarly if you have a welfare concern or would like to alert us that you are concerned someone may be experimenting with drug or alcohol usage, please follow the same steps. Your communications will be treated as confidential and our initial concern is always the wellbeing of students.

I feel confident that if we stay ever alert to these issues we will all be rewarded through strong student achievement at report card time with happy and healthy students along the way.

Stephen Loggie
Executive Principal

Newsletter Articles

Senior School Update

Music Festivals

In the past, we have had attendance issues from students who have chosen to attend music festivals during school time. The school will not approve any absence to attend a music festival and any truancy due to this reason would result in a Saturday detention.

Communication

Schools and parents need to work closely together in order to nurture the potential of our young people. I would hope that all parents feel comfortable contacting the school with their questions, issues or even just to open the lines of communication. Our website has the contact details of every staff member at the school. I would hope that you all look at your young person’s timetable this week and make some email contact with their teachers so that you can begin the partnership early in Term 1.

Finalising subject choices and teachers

This week sees the end of changes for students and the setting in place of our teachers. The last changes were made on Friday to balance classes and teachers. We as try hard as we can to minimise the changes but know that if we get these changes right now it will be better for our students.

Senior School Information Night

Thanks to all those families that braved the wet weather to attend the Year 11 Senior School information night. We were able to share some really important information that will be critical to the success of each and every student. If you were unable to attend the night the PowerPoint will be available on the website by the time this newsletter is released.

Study vs Homework

Your young student should right now be organising their study schedules to ensure they allocate enough time to be successful in the Senior Phase. Students will get homework from teachers but they need to ensure that they also do their own study. Study differs form set homework and would include activities like rearranging notes, rewriting notes, practicing questions and revising content from previous lessons. Students in the senior phase would need to be doing between 10-15 hours homework per week which would include weekends.

Nigel Hughes
Director Senior School

Attendance and Uniform Code

The academic year is now well and truly underway. I am delighted to share that attendance for the Senior School has been above 95% for all grades. This is a goal that we intend to keep year round. We encourage all parent and carers to ensure that interruptions to the school day are limited, please make all appointments outside of school hours. One area that Senior School seeks to improve on around attendance is student presence at the correct sport. Any student not marked on the correct sports roll of a Wednesday afternoon will receive an automatic Monday afternoon detention. It is essential that we participate in a holistic school program and Wednesday afternoon’s form part of this. A further reminder for Sports days is in regard to sports shoes. Please ensure that all sports shoes are predominantly black or white. Multi-coloured, canvas and high-top shoes are not acceptable.

Year 11 Semi-Formal

On a brighter note, Year 11 student should be expecting an invitation to the Semi-Formal within the next week. The Semi-Formal will be held on Thursday 2 April. More information and a shout-out for student input into the formal is coming during next Tuesday's Year 11 assembly.

Alyce Cleary
Deputy Principal Senior School

Year 11 and 12 Pathways

Students in 11 and 12 have a variety of pathways these include the following:

OP students – these students are doing at least 5 OP subjects per semester and are aiming at tertiary studies.

Rank students – these students are doing less than 5 OP subjects per semester and will still be able to study at tertiary level if their results are high enough. OP students who have a high OP above 17 may be advantaged by moving to rank in Semester 4.

Certificate/SAT students – these students are completing a Cert III or IV at school, or in their School based Apprenticeship and Traineeship (SAT). These students not only gain a nationally recognised certificate but also will receive a rank from their certificate which gives them a tertiary pathway.

QCE/VET students – these students are not going for an OP or completing a SAT. They may still complete VET certificates at school. They, like all students, need to achieve 20 credit points across 4 Semesters to attain their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE). It is strongly recommended that these students register for a School based Traineeship.

Our aim is to have every Year 12 student exit with an OP of 1 to 15 or a rank equivalent from a Certificate course or Traineeship which gives them the opportunity for tertiary studies.

All Year 12 students have been issued with a copy of last year’s QTAC book which will assist them in planning their pathways for next year.

Assessment Calendars

Assessment calendars are currently being collated and will shortly be available on the school website and the school intranet. Parents and guardians and students should use these calendars to plan their study timetables.

Exams

Exams will be scheduled in the last 6 days of this term from Thursday March 26 to April 2. Students and parents are reminded that according to our assessment policy, exams can under no circumstances be re-scheduled earlier than the rest of their cohort.

Sport Excellence Students

Year 12 Sports Excellence students have the opportunity to complete a Certificate II in Sport Career Oriented Participation after school on Mondays during Semester 1. This course is by North Coast TAFE and will be conducted at PBC commencing on Monday February 23. An information session will be conducted on Monday February 16 at 3.15pm in Y block for interested students.

Mick McDougall
HOD Senior School

Middle School News

Year 7 Teambuilding Day

Throughout Week 2 of this Term all of our Year 7 students were involved in the Year 7 Team Building Day. This provided a great opportunity for our Year 7 classes to work together to overcome the variety of challenges that they were presented. This also meant that the class members would need to work together and as a result, build relationships with each other.

This Team Building Day along with our Transition Day, from the end of last year, has provided the perfect platform for our Year 7 students to build connections with their teachers and peers. These connections will be vital to their learning success at our school.

I would like to thank the Year 7 students for their enthusiasm shown on their day. The culmination at the end of each day being the “class war cries” with the students demonstrating passion and enthusiasm with their class mates. I will take this opportunity to thank the Year 7 teachers and our behaviour teacher aides for their energy and Michelle Harris and Tracey Cardinal for organising the program.

Year 7 and 8 Parent Information Evening

On Wednesday 18 February at 6:30pm the Year 7 and 8 Parent Information Evening will be held. This will be a great opportunity to connect with our Middle School teachers and administration. Please ensure you have RSVP’d to this event through the Middle School Administration office.

As you can see, a great deal of planning is taken into consideration to ensure our “new” Year 7 cohort will transition smoothly into our high school environment. I look forward to sharing more details of this plan with you in the future.

Blair Hanna
Director of Middle School

Optima Code: Be Respectful

As the Middle School students settle in to the routine of high school, it is important to remind everyone of the school’s expectation regarding respect of self and respect of others.

Our common expectations outlined in the Optima Code can be found in the student planner on page six. One of these expectations is “I say no to bullying”.

This is enacted in the Middle School with the “No innocent bystanders when it comes to bullying” message that I deliver frequently to all students via parade. This means that any student who is being bullied, hears about bullying or witnesses bullying has a responsibility to report this to a teacher, Year Level Coordinator, or their parent. If your child reports bullying to you then I urge you to be part of the “no innocent bystanders” and report that to the school.

It is also important to remember that any bullying that occurs outside of school will have an impact on the good order of our school and will be dealt with by the school’s Responsible Behaviour Code.

Whilst there will always be negative interactions between students any behaviour that is ongoing and has been stated as unwelcome is bullying. Our school works hard to minimise the occurrences of bullying and we take a firm stance when it occurs.

I welcome your help to “Be Respectful” and say no to bullying.

Peter O’Brien
Deputy Principal Middle School

Assessment Planner and Policy

This week, the assessment planner was published on the school website. You can find it on our PBC Home Page, under Curriculum / Testing and assessment. I encourage parents and students to print out the assessment planner for the appropriate year level, highlight relevant subjects and post it in a public place around the home, such as on the fridge. This way, families can plan for those times when students have assessment commitments and busy schedules.

On the same page of our website, you will also find the PBC Assessment Policy. The policy is designed to provide equitable assessment conditions amongst students. We ask that parents and caregivers:

• Encourage students to submit all drafts and final assessment instruments by the due date.
• Inform the appropriate school staff of any difficulties relating to the completion of assessment items and provide documentary evidence where necessary.
• Contact the school if their student is absent on the assessment due date.

Homework Centre

A quick reminder that thanks to our teacher volunteers, Tuesday Tutorials for Maths, English and Science have commenced. They are held in the library between 3.15pm and 4.15pm. Your child is most welcome to join the enthusiastic bunch of students already attending. They simply need to arrive, with some work they need help on.

Sharon Hillcoat
HOD Middle School

Excellence Information Evening

If you have a child currently in Year 6 and are interested in maximising their opportunities for success in high school, please come along to our information session.

When: Wednesday 25 February 2015 at 6:30pm.
Where: Palm Beach Currumbin State High School Hall

Bookings are essential for the information night, so please RSVP to Tara Gonzales-Judd on 07 55259 418 or email tgonz6@eq.edu.au

For more information regarding PBC’s Excellence programs please visit

Tara Gonzales-Judd
Excellence Enrolments Officer

Business Communication and Technology

Year 11 Business Communication and Technology (BCT) students have made a positive start to their studies of the ‘Business Environment’. We have compared and contrasted the public and private sectors and investigated the legal forms of business ownership which exist in Australia and are now looking at mission statements and corporate social responsibility. The assessment for this term is an examination which takes place in class during Week 9 and students are already practicing examination style questions and becoming increasingly familiar with the standards matrix which is used to assess their work. All resources for this unit of work are accessible to students on the school curriculum drive and we encourage students to download this to their USB so they can access these materials at home.

In Year 12 BCT we started this year focussing on the core curriculum elements of analysis and evaluation. It is essential that students know how to use these skills in their assessments to allow them to access the highest grades. In class we have marked example answers, created A grade exemplars and used a Venn diagram to compare and contrast analysis and evaluation. In Week 3 we started to cover the theory associated with organisation and work teams to allow students to create a multimodal product for their assessment item this term; this work is due by 9am on Monday 23 March (Week 9). As always, all resources for this unit of work are accessible to students on the school curriculum drive and we encourage students to download this to their USB so they can access these materials at home.

Parents of students who study BCT that have any questions or concerns can contact the class teacher directly. Ms Forbes clfor0@eq.edu.au, Mrs Stephen nhows4@eq.edu.au or Mrs West arwes0@eq.edu.au

Ruth West
Dean of Studies and Business Communication and Technology Coordinator

Maths Department news

The Maths Department is excited to start the New Year and know we can all start with positive steps. There is a lot coming up with teachers and students of Year 7 and 9 preparing for NAPLAN in May, and Year 12 students already receiving their first assignments. The schedule is busy for all students and you are encouraged to help them with their time management by checking the assessment calendar on our school’s website.

Homework

Homework and consolidation form a large part of success in maths and students are encouraged to spend time at home after each lesson:

• Middle school (Year 7-9) 20-30 minutes, 3 times per week
• Senior school (Year 10-12) 30-40 minutes, 3 times per week.

Students in the Senior School on an academic pathway are encouraged to be regularly reviewing their work throughout the term. To help with homework, the Maths Department provides students with extra help at the library from 3:15-4:15pm.

Subject News

Soon Year 11 Maths students will be completing Topic One tests to gauge the success of their transition into Senior Maths. I would encourage you to discuss with students how they are tracking and what study habits they could use to maximise their potential.

Year 11 Maths B students will also be receiving a letter outlining the calculator requirements for the course. The graphics calculator is an amazing tool that they will be able to utilise throughout year 11 and 12 and will form an integral part of some lessons.

I would also like to commend our new students particularly in Year 7 and 8 for fitting in so well with the PBC culture. We definitely have a bright future ahead of us in maths at PBC.

Coming up in Maths

Year 7	Fraction and integer exam – Week 6
Year 8	Number and probability assignment – Week 5
Year 9	Rates and ratios in-class tasks – Week 5
Year 10	10 maths – assignment - Week 5 10A maths – exam - Week 6
Year 11	11 maths A – exam – shutdown 11 maths B – exam – shutdown 11 maths C – matrices assignment – due Week 9 11 PVM – exam – Week 6
Year 12	12 maths A – assignment – due Week 5 12 maths B – assignment – due Week 6 12 maths C – integration techniques exam - Week 9 12 PVM – construction assignment – due Week 6

Remember

Students are expected to bring their textbook and calculator as well as their usual equipment to every maths lesson to get the most out of it!

Trent Hague
Acting HOD Mathematics

Sporting Achievements

A successful holiday season for golfer Becky Kay

PBC’s up-and-coming golf legend, Becky Kay, has had an extremely successful holiday season, taking out major placements in the Greg Norman Masters, Lake Macquarie Womens Classic, the Australian Women’s Championships and the Astor Trophy.

Continuing her winning streak, Becky took out leading amateur in the RACV Australian Ladies Masters at Royal Pines over the weekend.

Below is a photo of Becky at the Junior Masters with Cheyenne Woods, niece of the legendary Tiger Woods. Congratulations on your fantastic achievements Becky!

Geoff Eggert
Sports Coordinator

Participation in HPE

Practical lessons are an important component of the HPE curriculum. Students are required to wear the school sports uniform (not Sports Excellence uniforms) and a hat.

Removal from curriculum will only occur under the advice of a medical professional (doctor, physiotherapist, or psychologist). Notes from parents / guardians are welcomed when modification of the learning experience to protect an injured area is required. Students are still expected to attend class in the HPE uniform.

If a student does not bring their uniform and does not have a medical certificate then consequences under the School Behaviour Management Policy will be implemented.

If you have any queries about this, please contact the Head of Department, Shane Roberts.

Shane Roberts
Head of Department Health and Physical Education

Pathways Centre News

School based traineeships available for Year 10 and 11 in 2015

CHEFSTARZ INDIGENOUS PROGRAM – Want to become a chef? Open to all indigenous student’s years 10 – 12. This is a 12 week course run in the PBC trade Training Centre starting 20 Feb. These students will participate in the program as a direct pathway leading to an employment outcome of a School Based Apprentice Chef position at a leading hospitality venue on the Gold Coast.

Cert III Hospitality – Plantation House Café, Zest in Tugun, Crema Espresso Robina and Pac Fair, Secret Deck Café Coolangatta, Zarraffas Palm Beach, Café Biaggi Burleigh, Coffee Club Coolangatta, Le Petite Pantry Palm Beach, Tugun SLSC, Paleo Café Burleigh, Plantation Cafe and The Beach Café Surfers Paradise.

Cert III Business – City Beach Stores. School based traineeships, working one day a week. Australia Fair Southport.

Cert III Finance – Paradise Point, school based traineeship Cert III Finance.

Business/Retail – Prouds the Jeweller Burleigh Heads, Receptionist in Broadbeach SPA, Tree Tops Plaza News, Donut King Robina and Zarraffas Burleigh

Cert III Hairdressing – Prima Hair and Beauty Palm Beach. Must be well groomed. Work day will be Tuesdays

Cert III Business – Bunnings Warehouse. Traineeships are open to Year 11 only for the first intake in 2015. Taking expressions of interest now. Interviews in April and successful applicants will be offered trials in May/June. Offers for traineeships will begin July. These traineeships are for the Burleigh store only. There are limited positions so get your applications in early. This program will be open to Year 10 students later in the year.

Cert III Business Admin – Affordable Finance, Elanora.

Hungry Jacks – Already working at Hungry Jacks? Turn your part time job into a traineeship. Email traineeshipsqld@hungryjacks.com.au or call 3868 1646

Indigenous Traineeship – Cert III Business Year 11 students only. Mission Australia offices, varies locations on the Gold Coast.

Palm Beach Pool – Cert III Business traineeship with Palm Beach Pool right next door to the school. Open to year 10/11. Exciting opportunity great on the job training.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has school based traineeship positions available in Hospitality and Tourism, collect application from The Pathway Centre.

Cert II Business – The Arts Centre, Bundall. Looking for students 15 years or older to become a development assistant and interested in the arts and creative industry. This is a great opportunity and the position will fill fast.

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

Please see Ms Shreeve to apply.

Sonia Shreeve
Industry Liaison Officer

School Based Youth Nurse Notes

Stopping bullying starts with everyone!

If you are experiencing difficulties at school please see the following people:

• A teacher
• Year Coordinator
• Welfare Staff in E Block- Ms Clipson (Middle school), Mr McManemin (Senior School)
• Guidance Officers J Block Ms Willis (Middle school), Mr Jones ( Senior School)
• School Nurse J Block Judy Nunn

Helpful websites:

Headspace www.headspace.org.au
Kidshelpline www.kidshelpline.com.au
Reachout www.reachout.com.au
Lifeline www.lifeline.org.au
Bullying. NO WAY! www.bullyingnoway.gov.au

Judy Nunn
School Based Youth Nurse

School Council Update

In 2013 PBC became an Independent Public School affording the local community more input into school directing and decision making. As an IPS school, a school council was established. The purpose of the school council is to provide strategic advice to the Executive Principal including approving the strategic planning.

Under this initiative, the school council must consist of elected parents, staff and student members. The Principal and P&C President are official members of the council. The council may also appoint a maximum of two industry/community members that have knowledge and experience that assist the council to perform its functions and reflect the local community context.

PBC is calling for nominations to the following school council positions in 2015:

Parent member (2 years)

Interested school community members are asked to self-nominate for the election by completing the self-nomination form and submitting it to the Returning Officer by email, mail or fax. This form, election procedures and a role description are available on the school website.

Please mark nominations private and confidential.

Brooke Morton – Returning Officer
Palm Beach Currumbin SHS
Thrower Dr
Palm Beach Qld 4221
bmort58@eq.edu.au
Fax 55259300

Nominations close at 4pm on 3 March 2015.

The election will be conducted at the following time and venue:

5:30 – 6:30pm Tuesday 17 March - Trade Training Centre, PBC

School Vaccination Program

Queensland’s School Vaccination Program provides parents and guardians with the opportunity for their child to receive free scheduled immunisations during Year 8 and Year 10 at their school. The program is offered to all Queensland secondary schools. A child is eligible for vaccine based on their Year level at school rather than their age.

2015 immunisation packs will be posted to households in the coming week. All forms are to be completed and returned by Monday 9 March either to Student Services or via mail using the enclosed paid postage envelope.

The immunisation dates for Palm Beach Currumbin State High School this year are:

Tuesday 17 March
Tuesday 19 May
Tuesday 13 October

Please note that immunisations take place from 9am – 11:30am on these elected dates.

For further information please contact your local public health unit.

If you have any questions regarding the immunisations please call Helen Warren (First Aide Officer) on (07) 5525 9431.

Marnie Loxton
Business Services Manager

Guidance Officer News

Top 10 Highest Earning University Degrees 2015

When choosing a course of study at university, finding a subject that you are passionate about and will pay a living wage can be difficult. However, if you’re interested in one of the following degrees, you’re in luck! These 10 degrees pay the highest per hour.

1. Healthcare

This yet again falls to the top of our list. Anaesthetists by far make the most, at over $120 an hour in average hourly earnings. Other medical practitioners fall into this category as well, including dermatologists, gynaecologists, pathologists and many more. Also, with an ageing workforce and a potential for a high turnover rate, graduates are more likely to get a job after earning the degree. Hundreds of classes are available across Australia in this particular field.

2. Engineering

There are ample opportunities for engineers to make more than just a living wage in Australia. With several major mining companies announcing positive F2014 results, mining engineers have plenty of opportunity. Electronics and airplane maintenance engineers are also high on the pay scale. And with the car industry on the way out of Australia, aviation manufacturing and maintenance is looking to take over in the industry.

3. Law

As one of the most prestigious degrees you can earn, law degrees always come with high earnings. Be careful though, as you may break the bank to become a lawyer. This field of study and work is high on the list anywhere in the world, so whether you’re looking outside of Australia or in, chances are job opportunities and pay will be good.

4. Geology

Even after the shine of the Australian mining boom has started to fade, major mining companies and smaller exploration companies alike continue to fund exploration activities. Geologists are invaluable members of exploration teams, and make around $60 per hour in Australia. It’s a particularly good job for people who don’t want to spend the rest of their professional career at a desk.

5. Finance

As long as there’s business, accountants will have jobs. In big cities like Sydney and Melbourne, finance professionals are in high demand. Jobs can be found at both the corporate and personal finance levels, with plenty of high level positions in stock markets likes the ASX. Those in financial jobs make on average around $60 an hour.

6. Education

For those who never really want to leave school, becoming a university lecturer or tutor would not only allow you to continue to be immersed in your passion, but it also pays pretty well. Lecturers stand to make just north of $57 an hour. According to a recent article by The Australian, some people have recently been turned off of returning to school because of uncertainty over fees. However, with the continuing rise of the cost of living in Australia, university degrees will be important to securing adequate job opportunities.

7. Dentistry

Entry-level dentists make a fair bit more on average than other types of entry level employees in Australia. Although most dentists work in the field for an average of 20 years and move on, it’s a great way for a college graduate to establish themselves after graduation. And like Law, dentistry is respected worldwide as an important career path, which can open doors if you want to work internationally.

8. Business

This is a fairly wide-ranging category, covering a vast array of subjects. The best part about a business degree though is that you can work in virtually any industry on the corporate side of a business. A master’s degree holds much more weight than a bachelor’s, but any experience in a business setting is invaluable on your CV.

9. Computer Science/IT

Several big, global companies like Rio Tinto and UPS use analytics from millions of data points to help make smart financial and business decisions. Data analysts make this happen, and are in need in demand in Australia as more companies utilize data. The average hourly rate for systems analysts is just over $53 an hour.

10. Earth/Environmental Science

Australia is one of the most environmentally-minded countries in the world, making it no surprise that this degree would land in the top 10. Australia has 12 universities that rank in the global top 200 for earth science, and 13 for environmental science. Positions for this subject are available on either the corporate side or in the field, and again are invaluable on exploration projects for mining companies.

Source: Business Review Australia

Steve Jones
Guidance Officer Senior School

Introducing the Mental Stillness Program

The Mental Stillness program is a simple strategy that is aimed at providing students with a secular, meditation-based skill to enhance resilience and wellbeing. The technique has undergone extensive scientific evaluation in Australia as part of the Meditation Research Program (previously at the UNSW but now at Sydney University).

Generally, a typical "lesson" involves practical exercises aimed at focusing the attention and enhancing awareness of the present moment, allowing the participant to perceive a distinction between themselves and any negative thoughts or feelings that they may have.

Recently, Dr Ramesh completed a quality audit of a 12 month program conducted at a primary school in Sydney in which a full class of 3rd grade children were taught mental stillness-based skills for 10 minutes every morning for a full year. Children were assessed by the class teacher using the SDQ, a standardised and validated mental health risk scale.

Compared with the beginning of the year, children at the end of the year manifested an 80 per cent reduction in mental health risk and a 30 per cent improvement in social skills. Qualitative feedback was also very encouraging, showing that children enjoyed the sessions and wanted more. The class teacher felt that the children were calmer and focused as a result of the exercise and was enthusiastic for the initiative to continue (see graph below).

At PBC the Middle School Guidance Officer and Nurse will be supervising and offering this daily 6 week program to all students and staff each Term (Weeks 4 to Week 9). The sessions will be 15 minutes in duration (8:30-8:45 sharp) and will be located in the Virtual Classroom (E Block). This is a valuable initiative, aimed at reducing anxiety, improving learning outcomes, performance in the classroom and increasing students social and resilience skills.

For further information please refer to Dr Ramesh Manocha’s book, Silence Your Mind, the Generation Next website or trial this resource at home.

Anna Willis
Guidance Officer Middle School

Uniform Shop Update

Uniform Shop Trading Times
Monday to Friday	8:15am to 9.30am
Open 1st lunch break	11.25amto 12.15pm

Please refer to the website for all price lists and order forms.

CAX SHIRTS

If you ordered a CAX SHIRT in Term 4 2014 they will be available to be collected from the Uniform Shop from Tuesday 3 February 2015.

SPORT EXCELLENCE UNIFORMS

If you placed an order for Sport Excellence in Term 4 2014 when the order arrives you will receive a text message and then you child can come and collect their order from the Uniform Shop.

We will be running another Sports Excellence uniform order starting from Monday 16 February to Friday 20 February 2015. Order forms are available on our website, Uniform shop and at student services.

All payments with order form are to be made at student services no later than 1pm on Friday 20 February 2015.

BUCKET HATS/PBC CAPS

Bucket hats and PBC caps are now available to purchase from Uniform Shop and are a Compulsory part of the Uniform and is recommended for all Outdoor activities. Cost is $15 each.

PBC SCHOOL BAGS

PBC School Bags are now available from the uniform shop and selling fast,

Features include:

• lifetime guarantee
• padded laptop pocket
• water resistant
• Ergonomic design
• Mesh drink bottle holder
• $70 each

2015 SENIOR JERSEYS

Year 12 jerseys that were ordered and paid for in Term 4 2014 will be arriving soon.

If you missed out on ordering a jersey last year and would like to order one you can pick up an order form from either student services or the uniform shop.

Payments with order form need to be made at student services by 1pm on Wednesday 18 February 2015.

Payment methods available:

• Flexischools Online www.flexischools.com.au
• Credit Card
• Cash
• Cheques not accepted

If you are unable to come into the Uniform Shop you are more than welcome to give me a call on 07 55259331 and pay for any uniform item over the phone.

Mandy Webb
Uniform Shop Coordinator

Administration

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 e.g.: 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
Course Fees
Student Resource Scheme	2015 Fees Year 7 to Year 12	$330	1st instalment overdue
Excellence Program Fees	Excellence program 2015 students	Various	Overdue
2015 Instrumental Music Program	Years 9-12	$75.00	Due now
QCS 2015	Year 12 students	$50	Due now
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.

Second Hand Uniforms

If you are holding on to old or unwanted school uniforms, please donate them to student welfare.

If your uniforms are good condition, please drop them off to the Student Services.

School pick up and drop off

A big thank you to parents and guardians for dropping their students off at designated pick up and drop off points.

By using the designated pick up and drop off points, we are making sure our students can get to and from school safely.

Koala Coaches and their drivers have also thanked the school and the parents for keeping the cars out of the bus bays, making the pickups and drop offs easier and safer.

For more information on pick up and drop off points, please visit our school website:

PBC Leo Club

Who are we?

PBC High School LEO Club is a community service club based at the school and sponsored by the Palm Beach Currumbin Lions club.

Lions and Lionesses provide advice and adult supervision but club activities are planned and administered by the students under the leadership of an elected committee. The club is part of the worldwide Lions International organization.

What do we do?

We participate in community events and raise funds to assist worthy causes in the school, local and wider communities.

For example, last year we participated in events such as Clean Up Australia, Relay for Life, Sleep Out for the Homeless and a concert at a local retirement village. We sponsored a child’s education through the Smith family, and donated to Legacy, a local woodworking group making children’s toys and many other organisations as suggested by members. We also sponsored end of year academic awards at the school.

In both 2013 and 2014 donations exceeded $7000.

How do we raise funds?

We conduct regular barbeques at IGA Currumbin Fair and at Bunnings (Burleigh Waters) and other venues and hold two car washes per year. All funds raised must be returned to the community. We welcome any other suggestions (provided they are fun!).

What does membership cost?

Membership is free. Later, if you find you like the club, you may like to buy one of our uniform T-shirts for $10, identifying you as a member of the premier youth community service club in South East Queensland.

How much time is involved?

Only as much as you can afford after you’ve completed your academic, sporting and family commitments.

How do I join?

Simply come along to one of our weekly meetings.

There’s a parental consent form to be completed and shortly thereafter you’ll be presented with your membership certificate and badge.

Where and when are the meetings held?

In the Trade Training Centre at 8.00am Wednesday.

Leadership, Experience, Opportunity
(Let’s Enjoy Ourselves)

The Mozi Run

Thrower House

She Rides

She Rides for fun, for freedom, for friends. Have you heard about She Rides? Would you like to ride your bike more for fun and fitness, but lack the confidence to ride, or simply don’t have anyone to go riding with? She Rides is a ladies only cycling program developed by Cycling Australia, and is focused on fitness, skills development and creating a social riding community of women - to get you ready to make riding part of your everyday life. It’s not about going fast or fancy lycra gear, but to have fun.

The Gold Coast program will be held at Palm Beach, starts Tuesday 17 March and there are eight weekly two hour sessions. Fun is guaranteed. Friendship is a bonus. www.sherides.com.au

The program includes face to face sessions with your coach, in a small group environment. Price $169.

For more information contact Sheridan Bosworth on 0412 138892.