26 March 2021

Newsletter Articles

Principal’s Report

Welcome to the second Newsletter of the term. We hope that your students have settled into the routines and structure of school life again. This newsletter I have discussed the importance of regular attendance at school, along with sharing the news of some fabulous facilities upgrades the school is due to receive.

Focus on Vision and Values

Beerwah SHS has a fantastic Vision and Values statement that is perfectly aligned with Education Queensland Every Student Succeeding Strategy. Our strategic plan is available on the school’s website.

Our values of Respect, Responsibility and Safety need to be explicitly taught at every opportunity in order to guide our students. Please take any opportunity to remind students what Respect is, what Responsibility is and what Safety is.

We need to set high expectations and have students lift to meet these expectations. 90% of our 932 students show me on a daily basis that they meet our expectations. These students are polite, kind, friendly, hardworking students who are respectful, responsible and safe. It is our privilege to work with them and they make us very proud.

Attendance update

A lot of work is happening to encourage students to attend as much as possible. These are our attendance percentages for the first 7 weeks.

The goal for attendance is 90%. In 2021, we are off to a good start, however we are seeing a decline in our Year 8 & Year 9 students. Please ensure that your child is only absent for medical or valid reasons.

Each parent /carer will have received an email showing their child’s attendance. Please let us know if you haven’t received this email. Please have a conversation with your child about their attendance rates and ask for support if needed.

Facilities update

Architects have been appointed to design the Manual Arts upgrade, refurbishment in the library and amenities. In Manual Arts, we are going to have a full roof replacement and upgrades to the extraction system, installation of technology and new storage space. The Library refurbishment will include an office/small meeting room, the installation of an operable wall in between two small rooms and an area with an outdoor kitchenette. The Amenities upgrade will be for D, A and the Canteen and will include new partitions, exhaust systems, floors, paint and will also include the installation of 4-bay refrigerated water bubblers outside each of the amenities buildings. One builder will be appointed to complete all projects in stages and we expect this to commence in May.

Jason Hunt, Labour Member for Caloundra is visiting this week to discuss some concerns and issues in the school, such as the ongoing issues about the leaking Student Centre roof.

Our Local Councillor, Rick Baberowski, is visiting this week and concerns will be raised about the traffic congestion/bus safety issues that occur each afternoon.

We will update you in future newsletters on how these discussions progress.

Behaviours and consequences

The Student Code of Conduct can be found on the school’s website. Please take some time to read through this and discuss it with your students so that everyone is familiar with the expectations of the school.

As much as we put proactive programs and expectations into place, sometimes teenagers make behaviour choices, which require an external consequence. It is important to share this information with our community so that we can work together to guide our students to learn from these mistakes.

So far this year we have had the highest number of suspensions in students of

• Year 8 - 10 boys
• Year 8 & 10 girls

We shouldn’t be seeing any suspensions in Year 11 or 12 students, as by this age they should be able to regulate their behaviour and fully understand the expectations of the school.

Year 7’s are currently leading the way with appropriate behaviours—Well done Year 7’s.

Suspensions are viewed as a last resort and a lot of work is put in place by all staff, particularly the HOYs, DPs and Support services staff to ensure that students make good behaviour choices.

Lyn McDonald
B. Bus, M. of Ed. Research
Principal – Beerwah SHS

Senior Deputy Report

I am passing on to all the Beerwah Community the mantra that I have shared with the year 10 – 12 students over the last couple of weeks. This is a saying that I heard recently but can be used in so many contexts. It goes along the lines of:

‘Inch by Inch it’s a Cinch. Yard by Yard it’s Hard’.

Introducing this to the students, I have explained this to them around assessment. If you work on an assessment piece and do the work ‘Inch by Inch’ then the final piece is a ‘Cinch’. On the other hand, if you don’t do the work along the way and then try to do it all at the end, the final piece is ‘Hard’.

As there has been recent assessment due or we are in the middle of completing assessment, depending on the year level, I thought it timely to introduce my mantra for the year. Assessment time can be a very stressful time of the year for students and families. Explaining to the students that if you do the work in allocated class time and at home bit by bit they will be able to produce better pieces of work that show their abilities. Time management of school, sport, work and social life is always one that students, and we as adults, can find difficult at times. Being supportive of our students and reminding them to do ‘Inch by Inch’ I believe will help our students to manage their time better.

It is hard to believe that first term is nearing to an end but the senior students have mostly had a good start to the year and need to continue the momentum through to next term. Year 10’s have started their journey in the senior school well and are already working towards gaining QCE points as they are enrolled in Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways. Year 11 students are working on their first pieces of assessment for Unit 1 whilst Year 12’s have mostly just completed assessment for Unit 3. Thank you to all the staff that have been working with students to complete or work on assessment but also to parents and guardians for their support of our students at home.

Remember our Senior mantra for the year- ‘Inch by Inch it’s a Cinch. Yard by Yard it’s Hard’.

Wayne Lancaster
Deputy Principal - Senior School

Junior Deputy Report

This term is absolutely flying! Students are now completing assessment and I’m sure they are looking forward to the holidays ahead.

In the last newsletter I emphasised just how important a team approach is in contributing to the overall success of each student and how everyone has a role to play (students, teachers, parents and the Beerwah community). Over the last few weeks a lot has been happening in order to make our team stronger, which is going to have a significant impact on the outcomes that our students will achieve.

In the classroom

Our school is a part of a wider network of schools which are using the work of Lyn Sharratt (Clarity) as a basis for leading school improvement. A big part of this work involves teachers knowing their students and working with other teachers in a collaborative approach.

Our staff have been engaging in regular reviews of their units of work to strengthen their understanding and share best practices with others. Further to this, our Year 7 English teachers have been participating in weekly Case Management meetings as a team and are taking this directly back into their classrooms – which is going to have an even greater impact. Our goal as a staff is to continually reflect on how they are teaching so that we can all learn from each other.

Our leadership team have been continually doing Learning Walks throughout classrooms in order to see how well our students are understanding what is being taught. The purpose of this is for our team to gather feedback on how well the strategies we are implementing are working.

It is important for us to understand that everyone makes mistakes when they trying something new. Students need to be encouraged to give things a go and to persist with difficult tasks. By doing this, students will gain greater confidence in trying new things (which will set them up for success later on in their life when trying something new).

Junior Leaders Program

Our Junior School Leaders are meeting regularly with the intent of making a difference for their peers at school. Nurse Jen has been doing a great job working with these students and they have so many ideas to get students involved in school spirit, and also to engage with our feeder schools to prepare our future students for success also. I really look forward to working with this team and seeing what they accomplish.

Junior School Performance Team

We have created a Junior School Performance Team which includes Mr Philpot (Year 7 HOY), Mr Cavanagh (Year 8 HOY), Mr Lightbody (Year 9 HOY) which meets fortnightly to discuss issues affecting student behaviour and attendance. We are making regular phone calls to parents to introduce ourselves to strengthen the connection between school and home. Our goal is to have made contact home for every student in the junior school by the end of Term 2. We are continuing to take action in order to address attendance and behaviour and will continue to emphasise and encourage all of the positive things that our students are doing. A positive relationship with the police has also been established and we plan to invite them into the school to educate students in whole school and focused groups.

***For the students in Year 9 that have expressed interest in attending camp in Term 4, Mr Lightbody will be sending out more information in the coming weeks in the Student Notices.

Looking Forward

With the end of term approaching and assessment being finalised, it is important that students, teachers and parents can reflect on the events of Term 1 in order to learn from it. There are a number of events that are fast approaching which we will be communicating more about in the future (e.g. NAPLAN). Please ensure you are following us on Facebook and accessing our website below to stay informed.

Please have a look at the questions below that will help you to be able to have conversations with the following people below:

Kind Regards,
Scott Siddell
Deputy Principal – Junior School

Education Services

Last month we introduced Kirralea, our multi-class swimming champion, and it is with great pride that we can now report the results from the Regional School Swimming meet on Wednesday 3 March.

Kirralea competed in nine Multi-Class events, qualified for six to go to the state comp (25-27 March) as a member of the Sunshine Coast Representative Swimming Team:

• 200m Individual Medley (IM)
• 50m Butterfly
• 50m Backstroke
• 50m Freestyle
• 100m Freestyle
• 200m Freestyle
• 100m Breaststroke

Further to this, Kirralea placed third in the 200m IM and 50m Backstroke, and second in the 50m, 100m and 200m Freestyle events.

Kirralea puts her success down to many hours of practice and hard work, as well as having home-ground advantage as the meet was held where she trains – the Burpengary Regional Aquatic and Leisure Centre.

Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, after the state competition, Kirralea will be a member of the “Honorary Queensland Team” in name only. This means she will be eligible to wear the uniform and call herself a team-member, but the race meet that was due to occur in Brisbane will not be able to go ahead

Clarke, K - March 2021.JPG

Tia Law
Education Services Administration Officer

Mathematics

STEM

Technology provides students with dynamic opportunities to enhance their learning and support their individual needs within maths. This term in maths students over a number of grades have been using technology to engage with the curriculum and develop 21st century skills within a STEM context. STEM promotes student’s growth across the 4C’s of Creativity, Communication, Critical Thinking and Collaboration.

Year 7 students have been tasked to design a 3D fort within their measurement unit which will aide them to describe 3D objects from various perspectives. Year 11 Math Methods students have been using graphing programs and their knowledge on transforming functions to design a logo; whilst the year 12 Math Method students have been using their knowledge on calculus to design a school flag and then algebraically calculate the area of each colour segment.

MathSpace and Manga High

A reminder that year 7 – 9 students have access to MathSpace and all students have access to MangaHigh. The programs have inbuilt textbooks, videos and corresponding worksheets. Students can access these programs at home to consolidate their learning.

Maths Tutoring

Maths tutoring is in the library every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00 pm. Students from any year level can attend. Students are asked to bring work that they would like to review.

Kayla Monk
Acting Head of Department Mathematics

Sports news

There have been some excellent results for our students in sports outside of school times.

A huge congratulations to the following outstanding sporting students who have made the regional team in the following sports:

Ruojzharna - Rugby League
Kirralea – Swimming
Tyla – Swimming
Ethan – Softball
Indy – Softball
Callum – Cricket

National Championship Qualifiers

Leyland Hempsted, year nine and Shanya Hempsted, year seven have both qualified to attend the Australian track and field national championships in Sydney in four weeks time.

Leyland will be attending for Hammer and Discus after placing third on Saturday at the state championships in Brisbane. He threw an amazing 46.68m, a personal best in Hammer throw and 47.44m in discus, also a personal best.

Shanya will be attending for hammer, to compete as a 12 year old in under 14’s with her current title of number one in QLD for her age.

Both of these students are part of the AEP program running in the school.

If you are interested in following the children’s results, follow Hempsted Sport on Facebook or wish to watch live links to the events, you can view these on the Australian athletics website.

Well done and best of luck to these students. We will look forward to hearing about their endeavours on their return!

Recently the school conducted a week of activities to celebrate HPE Week. We would like to share some of our pictures with you. The students really enjoyed having the opportunity to try some fun things in their lunch breaks

Several of our girls participated in The Annette Brander 9’s competition recently. They did very well and showed excellent sportsmanship against some tough competition.

Belinda Kerr and Steve Jeffrey
HPE Teacher and Head of Department

From the Arts Department

Zen Zen Zo Visit

On Monday, 8 March, our Year 10, 11 and 12 Drama students were treated with a visit from Lauren and Nicole from Zen Zen Zo Physical Theatre Company. Our students participated in three physically intense workshops designed to challenge and extend their acting skills, as well as develop their ability to devise engaging dramatic action on stage.

Working with professionals from the theatre industry is always inspiring for our students.

“I really enjoyed this experience and working with Nicole and Lauren, and I have learnt a lot of skills which will make my performances better,” said Bailee Smallbone - Year 11.

“It was fun to learn new techniques and to expand my knowledge in Drama,” stated Stella Pulham – Year 10.

“I was so impressed by the students – they were really engaged and showed so much maturity. Today they produced some of their best work,” noted Mrs Stephenson.

“The Zen Zen Zo instructors were very inspirational and great to work with,” said Gracie Ulrick – Year 12.

Rebecca Stephenson
Drama, Humanities and Communications Teacher

GOMA Art Trip

On the 16 March, Art students from years 10, 11 and 12 had a great day at the Brisbane Gallery of Modern Art and the Qld Art Gallery looking at the collections of Australian and overseas art. They enjoyed viewing the range of styles, media and messages amongst the works. Thanks to the organisation of Mrs Jordan, a great day was had by all.

Karen Massingham
Art Teacher

Happenings in Humanities

Excursion to the Abbey Museum

Year 8 - Medieval Europe - Knights and Chivalry

On Thursday, 4 March all year 8 History students attended the Abbey Museum of History and Archaeology. Students were given in depth presentations on the armour worn by Knights and Dames during this time. Some lucky students even had the opportunity to try this armour on. They quickly realised how hard it would have been to wear in battle, given the weight of the armour in this time period.

Students were then shown the patterns and changes in weaponry during this time period. They were allowed to hold some of these weapons and even try on some of the armour too. Many students were amazed by the different types of weapons used and the gravity of the battles they went into.

After this presentation, students participated in medieval games such as “Alquerque” and “The Fox and the Geese”. This was followed by a tour of the museum where students looked at the changes over time from Ancient Rome through to Medieval Europe.

Finally, students had a tour of the Church and learned about the values and beliefs of people from medieval times. They quickly learnt that religion was at the core of all values and beliefs. The stained-glass windows in the church were from over 500 years ago.

Lastly, students participated in Archery: some students even successfully hitting the target.

It was an amazing learning experience for all involved. Students had a great day and behaved to the highest standard. This was even praised by Abbey Museum Staff.

Excursion to QCAMEL Farms

Year 9 - Biomes

On Tuesday 3 March, students in year 9 Geography attended the QCAMEL Farm in Glasshouse Mountains. Students went to the farm to look at sustainable practices and production of yields through these practices.

Students interviewed the farmer with Inquiry questions they collated in class. These questions and the answers provided by the farmer are used for students to complete their Inquiry Report into Biomes and food security.

Students had an amazing day petting camels and baby camels and learning all about how camel milk is produced at QCAMEL farm. They learnt about the sustainable practices and the benefits of camel milk.

The highlights were definitely taking selfies with the camels and petting the baby camels.

The behaviour of the students was outstanding and everyone involved enjoyed the experience and deepened their knowledge and understanding of biomes and food security through a fun and practical experience.

Emma Braund
Humanities Co-ordinator

Future Pathways

Term 1 has been extremely busy with many students starting alternative programs, putting together resumes and seeking information about pathway options including school-based traineeships and apprenticeships, Distance Education, TAFE courses and other certificate studies.

TAFE Trade & Skill Taster program

Over 40 Year 10 students registered for the TAFE Trade & Skill Taster program last week. This year the study options were in trades, kitchen operations, salon assisting and new to 2021, community services and health. The program is really ‘work experience in training’ where students attend TAFE one day a week for nine weeks in term 2. Students will complete four units of competency under the study area and experience what it would be like to study in an adult learning environment. Places for these programs fill very quickly and students should hear during week 9 if they have secured a place.

Good luck!

School-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs)

SATs continue to provide students with valuable opportunities to combine training with paid work, learn practical workplace skills and gain QCE points while continuing full time school studies. It is pleasing to see so many students working diligently throughout the application processes which includes a meeting with me, submission of a resume and participation in a work trial.

There have been a number of sign ups and work trials over the past few weeks which have included exciting opportunities with great local employers. Beerwah High greatly appreciates the continuing support of the local community with our school-based traineeship and apprenticeship programs.

While any new SAT opportunities are advertised, Year 10 and 11 students are encouraged to also seek their own opportunities by talking with their current employers or networking with family and friends. Please see me for details and helpful information. We place high expectations on all of our trainees and apprentices and students wanting to participate in school-based arrangements should be willing to effectively balance school, work, qualification study and in some cases, travel.

Trainees are required to work a minimum of 50 days or 375 hours based on a 12-month full time nominal term. Generally, this would be to work a minimum of one day a week with extra days worked on the weekend and school holidays. The SAT must impact on the school timetable and this is achieved with trainees and apprentices using their flexible learning day for work release. There also needs to be clear progress made in the qualification study, with all training plan deadlines met.

New Trainees & Apprentices

Congratulations to the following new trainees and apprentices

Jack Howland – CIII Business Food Speciality, Domino’s Pizza Beerwah
Crystal Tito – CIII Hospitality, Beerwah Hotel
Breeanna Mountain – CIII Business, Mountain Auto Electrics
Dakini Sonam – CIII Hospitality, Subway Beerwah

Recent vacancies include opportunities with Bell Stainless, Kunda Park, Burrum Coffee Shack, Truck a Luck Kennels and AI Hair.

Sunshine Coast Technical Trade Training Centre (SCTTTC)

Congratulations to TTC Plumbing trainee, Jackson Kite, who was recently awarded the Sunshine Coast Council 2021 scholarship. Jackson submitted an excellent application and is setting an excellent example as a role model for his peers. Beerwah High wishes Jackson an enjoyable and successful year.

Students in Year 11 or 12 attend the TTC one day a week completing theory and practical training in their Certificate I or II qualifications. These include Automotive Servicing, Plumbing, Electro technology and Construction. Some additional programs that have been added in 2021, include salon assisting, retail cosmetics and aviation. Our current Year 10 students will be invited to register their interest and commence the enrolment process in term 3.

Look out for SCTTTC Facebook page to follow some of the activities and great student outcomes.

CERTIFICATE COURSES AND EXTERNAL STUDY

Cert IV Crime & Justice Studies

Students in year 11 have newly enrolled into this program. This Certificate IV level on line course, which is fee for service, is studied outside of the school timetable and generally over year 11 and 12. There are some mandatory workshops during the course of study and recently our students attend the first for 2021. Delivered through Unity College, the qualification prepares students for further study and employment in the criminal justice system. Students should contact me for further information or speak to our Legal Studies teachers.

2021 TAFE at School students

TAFE will have mid-year enrolments open from April and interested students including those who may have missed on a place in term 1, should watch for notices regarding expressions of interest.

Certificate II Automotive Vocational Preparation

Our auto trainees are continuing with training in this engaging and worthwhile program. Running for 15 weeks the course provides students with foundation skills and knowledge in the automotive industry. It is not just for someone who might be considering a trade in this field, but also for anyone who has an interest in cars, motorbikes or is wanting to maintain their own vehicle. Our trainer, Gordon has a wealth of knowledge and experience and has been impressed with the participation of our students.

Dual Salon Assistant/Retail Cosmetics

The dual course SHB20216 Cert II Salon assistant & SHB20116 Cert II Retail Cosmetics has been delivered at Beerwah High for the past four years and we successfully commenced in mid-February. Training takes place in the Resource Centre on Fridays for the next 20-22 weeks with the day running from 9am to 2pm. Students are working well through theory units and enjoying the practical sessions. Our trainer, Gloria is already seeing skill development for all trainees.

Helen Forrest
Industry and VET Training Officer

Academic & Cultural Cup 2021 – ‘A new decade dawns with a light blue sky’

Congratulations team Tibberoowuccum on your inaugural victory, taking out the 2020 annual BSHS Academic & Cultural Cup. That makes it four maroon, one yellow and one sky blue mortar board for the first half-dozen years of sharing and celebrating academic and cultural delights at Beerwah High. It has become evident that there is a wave forming and momentum is growing for the team dressed in sky-blue. Team spirit is bubbling after many years spent in the shadows of Tunbubudla and their seemingly never-ending team of willing minions!

So how can you influence whether a sky-blue mortar board or one painted in the hues of your house sits atop our beautiful Academic & Cultural Cup at the end of the 2021?

• Strive for your personal best; all As, Bs and Cs attained for subject achievement earn 10, 5 and 1 points respectively.
• Join one of our school teams: Vocal Group, Dance Company, Stage Band, Concert Band, and Tech Crew (each participant earns 25 points for a team High Distinction, 15 points for a team Distinction and 5 points for a team Credit).
• Enter an organised competition such as The Australian Mathematics competition or The Big Science competition and earn an automatic 2 points for representing our school. Attain a High Distinction, Distinction or Credit and receive 50, 30 and 10 points respectively.
• Take part in one of our in-school annual events such as the Spelling Bee Tennis Tournament, Mathematics NBA Tournament, Water Polo Trivia Battle, Music Night and Dance Showcase.
• Represent our school academically or culturally at events such as Sunshine Coast Debating Competition, Leadership Conferences, Anzac Day Dawn Service and Voices on the Coast.

The house that claims victory ultimately possesses the largest percentage of students who participate and strive to deliver their personal best. This is especially important in this cup as glory is bestowed upon the team that attains the highest point’s average per student. Success in the Academic & Cultural Cup requires the courage to embrace new endeavours. The champion house needs students that thrive within a team environment as well as those who shine as individuals.

The 2021 celebrations later in the year will see our seventh group of age champion names added to the Beerwah State High School Scholastic Almanac. These names will join those of the previous 45 students who have left their mark on its leather-bound parchment pages. Medallions will once again be presented to the highest scoring male and female in each year level, and prizes sponsored by local businesses will be awarded to the lucky recipients.

While 2020 had us dancing in front of the video camera, exhibiting work to a lens, jamming to an empty room, competing on our lonesome and imagining rapturous applause, 2021’s gates have opened with all the colour and grandeur of the Monaco Grand Prix.

So, tune those guitars; slip on that costume; lock in the wheels on that easel; warm up those vocal chords; become one with that pen and compose; make a magical mess in the kitchen; change the batteries in that calculator; allow the star to venture forth and shine on centre stage.

The Academic and Cultural Cup is all about challenging yourself, showcasing your special talents, trying new things and - most importantly - having some fun whilst taking part.

2021 will be full of opportunities to discover hidden talents and interests.

“Believe in yourself. You are braver than you think, more talented than you know, and capable of more than you imagine.” ― Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart

Peter Voigt
Academic & Cultural Cup Coordinator/Teacher Aide – Learning Support

Health and Safety Advice for our students

As we are moving into the colds and flu season, we want to share some reminders with you to help keep our staff and students safe and well, along with you, their families.

Our school will continue to ensure physical distancing and high standards of health and hygiene are practised on site in accordance with Queensland Health advice .

Please take note of the information shared below and keep your students at home if they are experiencing any of the symptoms listed:

We thank you for your co-operation in helping to keep us all well.

It is important that you make time to visit the Uniform Shop soon to organise purchase or order of correct school jumpers before the weather turns cooler. Students will not be permitted to wear other jumpers or jackets, although a navy or maroon long-sleeved undershirt will be permitted provided there is no visible writing. Uniform shop operates during school terms Tuesday and Friday mornings: 8 - 9am.

From the Office

Final Day of Term 1

Thursday, 1 April 2021 (Friday is a Public Holiday for Good Friday and school is CLOSED)

School resumes

Monday 19 April, 2021

Upcoming Public Holidays

Monday 26 April, 2021 ANZAC Day Public Holiday (school is CLOSED)
Monday 3 May, 2021 Labour Day Public Holiday (school is CLOSED)

Office opening hours

Monday – Friday from 8am-3.30pm

Uniform Shop Opening hours

Tuesday and Friday from 8am -9am

No direct line now- please call the office on (07) 5436 5333 to be put through.

Important Information to remember for 2021

Year 11 and 12 Flexi-Day for 2021 is Friday so no attendance is required for students in these year levels.

Reporting Student Absences

To report a student arriving late to school or to arrange early collection please phone the Office on (07) 5436 5333.

If possible, please do this PRIOR to the school day beginning, unless it is an emergency. Thank you for your support in this matter so that we can avoid class disruptions as much as possible.

To report student absences (whole day absences only), parents/carers may contact the school via:

• SMS: 0476 850 614 [text messages only - no voicemail, symbols, emojis or attachments]
• Telephone: (07) 5436 5360 [leave a voicemail message]
• Email: studentabsences@beerwahshs.eq.edu.au

Please include the following details in the message:

• Student name
• Date of absence
• Reason for absence

Finance Information

SRS AND SUBJECT FEES

Thank you to the families who have paid their Student Resource Scheme and Subject Fees in full. Some families are making regular and on-going payments as per their approved Payment Plan and the due date for these to be finalised is by the end of term 3, 2021.

For those who still have outstanding amounts, Subject Fees are due by the end of term 1 while SRS payments should have been finalised by 5th February. Please contact the Cash Collection Office to initiate a new Payment Plan if required. If for any reason, you are unable to make these payments, please contact the school office to schedule an appointment with a Deputy Principal to discuss.

Please be aware that before a student can be considered for participation in an optional school activity, SRS and Subject Fees must be paid in full OR regular on-going payments are being made towards these fees as outlined in a previously arranged Payment Plan.

PAYMENT METHODS

The preferred payment method is BPOINT and additional payment methods include EFTPOS, CHEQUE, CASH and QPARENTS.

Please view the BPOINT weblink instructions for how to pay invoices directly from the invoices emailed home to parents and the QPARENTS information below.

Direct debit options for bank account/credit and debit cards are also available via BPOINT which can be set up through the Cash Collection Office and telephone payments for credit and debit cards can be made using BPOINT by phoning 1300 631 073.

You can also use Centrepay to arrange regular deductions from your Centrelink payments. Centrepay is a voluntary payment option available to Centrelink customers.

If you are not currently receiving invoices and statements via email, please make your request via email to admin@beerwahshs.eq.edu.au

CASH COLLECTION OFFICE

The Cash Collection Office is open MONDAY, WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY from 8am – 12pm.

QParents

QParents is a secure, on-line portal that has been created by the Department of Education to provide parents of Queensland State School students with 24-hour access to their child's information.

The portal allows you to securely access information about your child and communicate directly with your child's school.

Features include:

• Attendance and absence details
• Notify the school of an absence
• Academic Report Cards
• View invoice details
• Payments online
• View and update personal student details

Beerwah State High School has previously emailed the registration information to families and will be resending the invitation code to any families who have yet to register for QParents. If you have yet to receive an invitation code and would like the information to be resent as a priority please email your request to qparents@beerwahshs.eq.edu.au

QParents does not replace the traditional ways you communicate with our school, but will provide another way to communicate with us and engage in your child's schooling. It offers convenience and time savings for parents with quick, easy and secure 24/7 online access.

For more information you can visit the QParents website, call 13QGOV (13 74 68) to talk to an operator or contact Beerwah SHS via email qparents@beerwahshs.eq.edu.au

Parents and Citizens Association

P and C meetings are held in the Conference Room on the second Tuesday of every Month during Term Time at 6pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Tia Law
P&C Secretary