Upcoming Events

📚 The Great Book Swap is coming to Balmoral!

Students and staff are invited to join us for a Book Swap supporting the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

📅 Tuesday 1 September

⏰ Morning tea and lunch

📍 Library Courtyard

🪙 Gold coin donation to choose a book

Have some books at home you’ve finished reading? Bring them along to add to the swap and give someone else the chance to enjoy them!

All funds raised will help provide books and literacy resources to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in remote communities.

Donate or learn more:https://greatbookswap.org.au/balmoral-state-high-school

Balmoral SHS Art Exhibition 2026

Join us for the 2026 Balmoral Art Exhibition and celebrate the creativity of our Visual Art and Arts in Practice students. Families and community members are invited to explore an impressive collection of student artwork on Thursday 3 September, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in the C Block Art Rooms. We look forward to showcasing the talent and hard work of our young artists.

We are excited to announce that Balmoral SHS is going to South Korea in 2027! 

This trip offers students the chance to experience world-class science and technology in the heart of K-Pop demon hunters' territory, cultural immersion, and personal growth in an international setting. 

The trip aims to: 

• Bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application 
• Deconstruct cultural and scientific disciplines  
• Gain a visceral understanding of aerospace physics and EV technology 

• Develop an ability to analyse complex international relations and the role of diplomacy in a divided world        

           

Proposed details (subject to confirmation): 

• Destination:  Seoul, Busan, Daejong and other historical and scientific locations 
• Dates: 15th September 2027 (Week 10 into September holidays) or 23rd June 2027 TBC  
• Inclusions: Return flights, shared accommodation, transport, most meals, entry into museums and other locations, and supervision by school staff. 

• Estimate price: $6100 - $7000. Typically, the more students who attend, the lower the cost. Payments will be staggered, with dates determined based on tour booking company. 

   

Please complete the details linked form South Korea STEM Trip 2027 – Fill out form to express details. 

For further information, please contact Ms Lauren Tull (ltull5@eq.edu.au) 

Book Week 2026 📚✨

Get ready for a huge week of reading, creativity and storytelling at Balmoral!

From Monday 24 to Friday 28 August, students can look forward to writing workshops, our Favourite Childhood Character Dress-Up Day, the Great Brisbane Bookshop Crawl and special storyteller workshops with illustrator Mandy Ord and author Martin Chatterton.

Check out the full program below! 👇

Favourite Childhood Character Dress-Up Day 🦸‍♂️

Who was your favourite childhood character?

Students are invited to bring them to life for our Book Week Dress-Up Day on Tuesday 25 August! Whether they’re from a classic novel, comic book or childhood favourite, it’s time to start planning those costumes.

🏆 Prizes will be awarded to the best dressed!

2027 Year 8 Innovate Academy – Expressions of Interest

Expressions of Interest are now being invited from current Year 7 students interested in joining the Innovate Academy in 2027.

The Innovate Academy provides a challenging and engaging learning environment for students who demonstrate high levels of academic achievement and a strong commitment to learning.

Students wishing to apply will need to complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) form and undertake a testing process in Term 4. Student placement will be determined using a range of evidence, including test results, academic achievement throughout 2026, and behaviour and effort grades at Balmoral State High School.

Importantly, current Innovate Academy students will also need to re-apply for 2027. Being part of the current program does not automatically guarantee placement in the 2027 class.

EOI information and application forms have been sent to all Year 7 families and students, with the EOI form and additional information attached.

If you have any further questions, please contact Ashley Boyd, Head of Junior Secondary, at aboyd94@eq.edu.au.

🎖️ TERM 3 ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN

The 12th Army Cadet Unit Bulimba is welcoming young people aged 13–18 to join Australia’s leading youth development organisation.

Build teamwork, leadership and military skills while enjoying camps, STEM activities, friendships and the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

📍 HMAS Moreton, Bulimba🗓️ Mondays, 5:45pm–8:30pm📞 0437 575 296

ENSEMBLE REHEARSALS

For returning students, please note carefully the change in rehearsal days of Prima and Secounda.

SMALL ENSEMBLE

• Please see below for relevant days, times and locations
• If you are unsure whether you are part of a small ensemble, please chat with your teacher during your lessons.