Winter Uniform Requirements

With the upcoming school holidays approaching, now is the perfect time to check that your child’s uniform is ready for Term 3. As the weather cools, we remind all families that students are expected to return in full winter uniform, in line with Balmoral State High School’s uniform policy.

Please take this opportunity over the break to ensure any required items are purchased, fitted, and ready to go.

Thank you for your support in maintaining our high standards and pride in the Balmoral uniform.

Open Day Prize Winners Announced

A huge congratulations to the winners of our Passport Competition from Balmoral’s 2025 Open Day!

Principal’s Scholarship Recipients

Lhamo Yoginee
Poppy O’Farrell
Hector Rebelo
Ariana Jenkins

Uniform Voucher Winners

Ben Hilfiker
Dhillan Horzatko

Winners will be contacted by reception in the coming days.

And a quick note—our sincere apologies if any names have been misspelt!

Student Agency in their Learning - Focus on 'Driving'

Student Agency in their Learning – focus on ‘Driving’

At Balmoral we are working to support students to build engagement in their own learning. We talk to students about, Participating, Investing, Driving and Innovating by unpacking the levels of engagement students are bringing to their learning. Last Bulletin we looked at investing which then shifts to driving.

Driving is when students really start to demonstrate agency in their learning – they are ‘in the driver’s seat’ setting courageous goals for their own learning. This is exemplary learning.

This is where students seek out feedback to improve what they know can be better! They self-evaluate to build a more capable version of themselves.

Check with your young person to see if they understand what driving looks and feels like?

Sometimes you need students to connect with areas they display passion for or have great success in to identify these feelings. This helps them harness that understanding and utilise towards academic success.

Ms Carusi-Lees

Head of Pedagogy and Performance

Behaviour on Buses

🚌 REMINDER: Code of Conduct for Students on Buses

To keep bus travel safe and enjoyable for everyone, all students are expected to:

Act safely + responsibly — pay the fare, follow the driver’s instructions, and follow bus rules.
Respect others — speak politely, respect personal space, and leave the bus tidy and undamaged.
Stay calm + careful — wait patiently at stops, stay seated if possible, store belongings safely, keep noise down, and avoid distracting the driver.
Get on + off safely — wait until the bus fully stops, signal the driver if you need to get off, and only cross the road once the bus has moved away.

⚠ Misconduct has consequences:

Category 1: Irresponsible behaviour → written warnings or short travel bans.
Category 2: Unsafe behaviour → up to 5–10 days refused travel.
Category 3: Dangerous/destructive → up to 10 weeks refused travel + behaviour
agreements.
Category 4: Life-threatening behaviour → long-term or permanent refusal of travel.

Let’s work together to make sure every bus journey is safe, respectful, and smooth!

For full details, see the attached document.

Away for the Day Policy

Our Away for the Day policy requires that all mobile phones are kept away during school hours to support a focused, distraction-free learning environment.

If you are finding it difficult to manage your phone use, remember that you can use your phone pouch at any time to help keep your device secure and out of sight. If you do not have a pouch, please visit the office to purchase one.

Let’s work together to make sure all students are following this important policy every day. Thank you for supporting a positive learning space for everyone every day.

Options Career Information Bulletin

Packed with opportunities, updates, and advice, this is your go-to resource for exploring pathways beyond school.

Whether you're planning your next steps or just starting to think about life after graduation, this bulletin is designed to help you take those exciting first leaps into the future with confidence.

Student Laptops

Balmoral SHS is a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) school. All students are expected to have a fully charged laptop at school every day for use in their class lessons and learning activities.

We understand that some families may experience difficulty with purchasing a device for their students. Balmoral SHS is able to offer a temporary laptop hire levy scheme to support families. If you would like more information about this laptop hire program, please contact Mrs Anmaree Hudson - ahuds56@eq.edu.au

We are accepting International Students for Term 3

We are looking to increase the number of homestay families at BSHS. Host an International Student & Earn Up to $738/fortnight!

We’re looking for families to welcome international students into their homes! This is a fantastic opportunity to share cultures, create lifelong connections, and receive up to $738 per fortnight.

Interested?

Contact our Homestay Coordinator, Teresa, at tkrum0@eq.edu.au or 0436 625 367 to learn more!

Lost Property

Are you missing any school uniform items? Parents and students are reminded that there is a lost property box located outside V Block stairwell (Administration office). There is an abundance of items waiting to be collected! Please ask your student to check for lost items. Please also ensure all uniform and other personal belongings are clearly marked.

Kickstart a career that makes a real difference!

We’re now taking Expressions of Interest for the Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33021) – specialising in Ageing and Disability – right here at our Milton campus.

✅ Hands-on, industry-relevant training

✅ 120 hours of practical placement

✅ Countless job opportunities in one of Australia’s fastest-growing industries

📞 Contact Chris on 0415 611 339 or Yasmin on 0435 381 799

📍 Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more!

Empower the Next Generation

Are you a local business looking to inspire future professionals? Balmoral State High School’s Work Experience Week is your chance to mentor eager Year 10 students and give them real-world insights into your industry.

By hosting a student, you'll not only help shape their career path but also gain fresh perspectives and enthusiastic support in your workplace. It’s a great way to give back to the community while spotting potential future talent!

Get involved today!

Contact Balmoral at: seniorschooling@balmoralshs.eq.edu.au or (07) 3823 8588

Cleaners Wanted

Casual Cleaners are needed. If you are interested in casual cleaning work at Balmoral, please email facilities@balmoralshs.eq.edu.au

Upcoming Payments

Important upcoming payment dates: