PBC 2020 Optima Yearbook

The Optima Yearbook for 2020 is currently being finalised and will be full of fantastic memories and reminders of a crazy 2020. If you haven't already pre-ordered the Yearbook for your students please complete this form and return it to the Cashier's window before 26 October to ensure you will receive a copy.

Year 12 students will receive a copy as a parting gift so are not required to order one.

There will be extra copies printed for those that haven't pre-ordered but these will be limited and sold on a first come first serve basis.

Gig Night 2020 is to be held at Soundlounge. The event is now live and tickets are officially available with 2 showing options. Please note that people are asked to attend only ONE show only. This is in order to give the performing students as much exposure as possible, and tickets are limited to 100 per show due to COVID. Click the links below to secure your tickets and don't miss out on this fantastic event showcasing so much PBC talent! You can find clickable links on our Facebook page and in our latest newsletter available on our website.

3pm: https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/e02238f0-5920-4388-a6bb-c5ddcefb76f0?preview=c13b1feb-2567-475d-a9bb-f9c49d7034f1

7pm: https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/af7524fb-a2d2-4f75-a7d7-fcc1de6a5545?preview=6afc0c10-d82c-4dbb-85d6-58f778d9e349

Spark their future

Are you the parent of a child who struggles at school or refuses to go to school? When children are struggling to engage at school, parental support and guidance can make all the difference. The Spark their Future website offers information and resources to help parents support their children to attend school and enjoy learning. Find out how to help your child make the most of their education by visiting www.qld.gov.au/sparktheirfuture #sparktheirfuture

Each parent of a child who is of compulsory school age has the legal obligation to ensure children are enrolled and attend school on every school day.

Absences

Full Day

Parents/Caregivers must notify the school and provide an explanation of a student absence by 9.00am on the day of the absence. 

The priority for notification is:

TEXT MESSAGE – (0426305728) – provide student name, year level date and reason for absence

Example Text – “John Smith Y8 03/06/19 Sick”

If texting is not possible, you can:

EMAIL – absences@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au – provide student name, date and reason for absence

If the school has not been notified of your student’s absence by 9.00am, you will receive a text message from 0426305728 by 10am. If you receive a text message, you can reply to the message, providing your student name, year level and reason for absence.

3 or more days

If a student is likely to be absent for more than three days, parents/caregivers are to notify PBC in writing by text message or email stating the student’s name, year level, dates of absence and the reason for the absence.  A medical certificate (where applicable - see Assessment policy) can be emailed to absences@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au or a hard copy taken to the Junior or Senior Secondary School Student Services.  In some circumstances, an exemption from schooling may be appropriate.  Where an exemption is approved, a student maintains their enrolment despite extended non-attendance.  The circumstances for which a student would be eligible for an exemption are listed below and parents/caregivers are encouraged to submit an exemption application to the Junior, Year 9/10 or Senior Secondary Student Services.

• illness or hospitalisation (including recovery period at home) for a period greater than 10 consecutive school days
• ‘carer’ responsibilities
• diagnosed mental health condition
• diagnosis of terminal medical condition
• temporary interstate or overseas relocation where the family intends to return to Queensland.

Forms are available on the PBC website or upon request at the Administration Office.

Holidays

What should I do if our family is going on a holiday in school time?

Regular school attendance will mean that your child has a better chance in life. Your child will achieve better when they go to school all day, every school day.  You are encouraged not to schedule holidays during school time. If your family circumstances dictate that your student must attend a holiday during school time, please let the Attendance Officer know the absence dates at least 2 weeks prior to the holiday.  Email the details to absences@pbc-shs.eq.edu.au .  Parents/Caregivers should also consider the assessment policy and assessment calendars for any potential impact on their student’s assessment.

Entertainment App

Thank you for your continued support! There has never been a more important time to support us with our fundraising. 20% of every Entertainment Membership goes directly to our cause.

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