Here we go again.

PBC High School proudly supports Cancer Councils’ Daffodil Day in 2019

Cancer is the leading cause of death in Australia. This year Cancer Council estimates that 145,000 people in Australia will be diagnosed with cancer, with that number set to rise to 150,000 next year. This year 50,000 Australian’s will die from cancer – that is, almost 30% of Aussies diagnosed with cancer will die from the disease; so how do we reduced the death rate? We raise funds for research, and that is again this year, PBC’s commitment to Cancer Council and Aussies fighting cancer.

On 23 August, the students and staff of PBC will again create a sea of yellow by dressing up for a day and donating gold coins to support the Cancer Council’s most iconic and much-loved annual campaign - Daffodil Day, raising life-saving funds for world class cancer research. A time of hope: where we come together as a country to show our support for the 145,000 Australians diagnosed with cancer each year.

“Last year the students and staff of PBC supported Daffodil Day as it is a great cause and one that was very personal for a number of staff and students. Seeing the school in a sea of yellow was fantastic and the school community raised almost $1800 on the day. With the momentum from last year being so strong, the school community will again engage in Daffodil Day in 2019” said PBC Executive Principal, Chris Capra.

This year PBC hopes to raise even more money for research and treatment through this life saving charity. We know that every cent makes a real difference and our school community will dig a little deeper. Too entice donations, several major Queensland sporting icons have contributed to raffle prizes including team-signed jerseys from the Titans and Broncos, Rip Curl caps signed by our own number one world surfing champion Mick Fanning and ex PBC student, plus fast-track theme park passes and Gold Class movie tickets.  Also available on the day thanks to a bunch of great, fun-loving teachers will be freshly baked, yellow iced cupcakes to purchase at morning tea and lunch.

Last year PBC raised money to support Cancer Council’s Daffodil Day alongside their own Mrs Deb Reid, however Deb sadly passed away on 16 June 2019, one year after her cancer diagnosis.  PBC has a truly wonderful school community from Years 7 to 12 full of spirit, friendships, achievers and contributors and that is why together they will again support this charity and help make a difference to the lives of others.

Everyone is welcome to make a charitable donation this Daffodil Day, simply go online at  www.cancer.org.au.

Erin Woods, PBC Student

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