Junior Secondary School

Assessment Calendars

Assessment calendars have been released and can be accessed on our website at https://pbc-shs.eq.edu.au/curriculum/testing-and-assessment. This calendar will enable students to plan study schedules and stay organised throughout the term. Parents should note the shift of assessment to end of Week 10 to maximise learning time. Parents are also encouraged to use the assessment calendars to stay connected to what students are working on at school.

Year 7 Camp – Noosa North Shore Adventure

From the 7th to the 9th of May, our Year 7 students embarked on an unforgettable adventure at Noosa North Shore for the 2025 camp. Set against the stunning backdrop of beach and bush, the camp was a fantastic opportunity for students to challenge themselves, build friendships, and enjoy the great outdoors.

Over the three days, students enthusiastically took part in a wide range of activities including bodyboarding, canoeing, bouldering, initiative games, mountain biking, mini-golf, and a variety of team-building exercises. Each activity offered a chance to develop new skills, encourage one another, and step out of comfort zones in a supportive and fun environment.

The weather was exceptional for the most part, with sunny skies making the beach and outdoor activities all the more enjoyable. Despite a downpour on the final morning, spirits remained high and students took it all in stride.

The behaviour and engagement of our Year 7s were outstanding throughout the camp. It was heartening to see students displaying resilience, cooperation, and positivity in every aspect of the experience.

A heartfelt thank you goes to all the students for their enthusiasm and energy, and to the dedicated staff who supported the camp and ensured its success.

Year 7 Optima Assembly – Tuesday 27 May 9.15 am

Our first Year 7 Optima Assembly for the year will be held in Week 6. Recognition will be based on student’s Term One Interim report card results. Invitations will be sent to award recipients’ families in week 5. Please RSVP by the due date provide in the invitation.

Please note that Years 8 and 9 Optima Awards will be celebrated in July based on their Semester One results.

Parent Induction Session for Year 7 2026 – Wednesday 18 June 6pm

This information session is for parents of in-catchment students and parents of students who have applied to enrol in select entry “Excellence Programs”. The focus of the evening will be on provide introductory and preparatory information for parents of students entering high school next year. Details regarding general enrolment for in-catchment families will also be provided.

Parking will be limited on the night so please allow walking time from your car. Please note that the venue is accessible for people using wheelchairs and other mobility aids.

Year 9 Work Experience Week – Term 3, Week 10

In the final week of Term 3 (15–19 September), all Year 9 students will participate in Work Experience. There will be no regular classes for Year 9 during this week.

Work Experience offers students the chance to explore potential career pathways, develop workplace skills, and build confidence in a real-world environment. This experience also supports Year 10 subject selection planning.

To support the process, students will engage in Work Experience planning and preparation during CARE lessons this term. This includes researching possible careers and developing a cover letter and resume.

How to Get Involved:

Students are responsible for arranging their own placements and are encouraged to use family contacts and personal interests to guide their search. Placement forms will be sent to students and parents via email and hard copy.

Important Notes:

Businesses must be within 50km of PBC and not family-run to be eligible under Education Queensland insurance.

Completed forms are due to A Block Junior Secondary Student Services by 5 September (Week 8, Term 3) – early submissions are encouraged to ensure placement.

Let’s support our Year 9 students as they take this exciting step toward their futures!

Synergy Classes Year 8 English and Maths

This program groups students based on their unique academic needs to help them improve faster. Students learn in an environment that sets high expectations, offering

both support and challenges at every level. This approach helps students and teachers work together in a supportive way that builds confidence and success. Recent neuroscience research has shown that the adolescent brain between 9 and 14 years of age presents an important second window of opportunity of rapid brain change akin to the first three years of life where experiences and environment play a huge role in shaping learning and development.

The Synergy Learning model represents flexibility and as students' skills grow or need further development, they can move between classes in the Synergy Learning model. At the end of this term teachers will review student progress and consider skills required for semester two and make any recommendations and changes to student’s class placement to support this. Parents are encouraged to support their child in developing resilience and continual growth in readiness for any moves.