Snapshots from the week

📢 Queensland Engagement and Wellbeing Survey – Information for Parents & Carers

Balmoral State High School will be participating in the Queensland Engagement and Wellbeing (QEW) Survey during Weeks 1–4 of Term 2.

This important survey helps the Queensland Department of Education and our school better understand how students feel about their wellbeing, engagement, and overall experience at school. The insights gathered will support us in continuing to improve how we meet the needs of our students.

What you need to know:

🕒 The survey will be completed online during class time and takes approximately 30 minutes

🤝 Students can receive support from teachers if needed

✅ Participation is voluntary – students can choose not to participate or withdraw at any time

🔒 All responses are confidential and de-identified, with results reported only at a group level

If you do not wish for your child to participate, please contact the school and discuss this with your child. An alternative activity will be provided during the survey session.

For more information, please visit the Queensland Department of Education website or contact the school.

Balmoral Students Honour ANZAC Spirit at City Service

On Thursday 23rd April, Balmoral State High School captains and cadets had the privilege of attending the ANZAC Service for Students in the city, joining with schools from across Brisbane to honour the service, courage and sacrifice of Australian service men and women.

The service provided students with an important opportunity to pause, reflect and deepen their understanding of the significance of ANZAC Day. Through commemorative readings, music, wreath laying and moments of quiet reflection, students were reminded that ANZAC Day is not only about remembering those who served in the past, but also about recognising the ongoing contribution of current serving members, veterans, peacekeepers and their families.

Our students represented Balmoral State High School with pride and respect throughout the service. Their conduct reflected the values of our school community and demonstrated a sincere appreciation for the importance of remembrance.

Attending the city service also allowed students to connect their classroom learning with a meaningful public act of commemoration. It was a powerful reminder that the ANZAC legacy continues through the way young people learn, remember and carry forward stories of service, sacrifice, mateship and resilience.

We thank the staff who supported students to attend this important event and acknowledge our students for the respectful way they represented Balmoral State High School. As a school community, we remain committed to honouring the ANZAC tradition and ensuring these stories continue to be remembered by future generations.

Year 7 Round 2 Debating Update

Last night our two Year 7 teams were challenged to their very first short prep debate! In a short prep debate, teams only have one hour to prepare. Their topic was "that households should be limited to the use of one car" and both teams were negative. Unfortunately 7.1 were unsuccessful against St Laurie's 7.2, however 7.2 were victorious against St Laurie's 7.1. We are incredibly proud of all their efforts.

Term 1 Progress Reports - Year 11 and 12

Year 11 Unit 1 progress reports and Year 12 Unit 3 progress reports have been emailed to families today. These reports are an indication of student progress throughout these units of work, including grades for effort and behaviour.