Bracken Ridge State High School

Malo e lelei students, staff, and community of Bracken Ridge.

Our names are Elisiva and Leilani and we are the leaders of the Bracken Ridge State High School Pasifika group, where we encourage all Pasifika students to come forward and learn about their culture. We have organised performances for Harmony Day, Arts Reimagined, and even for our visiting Japanese students.

Today, Leilani and I have come to school wearing our Ta'ovalas in honour of our celebration of Tongan Language Week. Tongan Language Week is an annual celebration across New Zealand and Australia, that honours the Tongan language and its significance. It aims to promote the learning and appreciation of Tongan culture among the community.

We would love to give a special thank you to our Principal, Mrs Lyons for supporting us in wearing a cultural piece in honour of Tongan Language Week.

Not everything deserves a place in your life. When you set the bar high for your friendships, goals, and choices, you make room for opportunities that truly help you grow.

Please see our Week Ahead for Week 7, with our Resource Centre - Week 7, Break time Activities.

Notable events: It's Book Week! We will be running a trivia game throughout the week with a prize draw on Friday! Clubs are running as usual.

As our Year 9 students prepare to transition into Year 10, they will begin exploring subject choices and future learning and career pathways.

Parents and carers are invited to attend a short information session covering:
• Year 10 subject offerings and the selection process
• Foundation and core pathways
• Career and industry pathways
• Preparation for senior schooling

We encourage all Year 9 parents and carers to attend and support their child in making informed pathway decisions.

Community Information from Translink

For weekend and evening track closures on the Shorncliffe line.

Attention: Next Friday, 28 August you may spot a few book characters wandering the school!

Celebrate Book Week with Free Dress Day and show us your best literary-inspired look. Creativity encouraged, dragons optional.

Gold coin donation.



In line with workplace health and safety, please wear appropriate school-safe shoes (no crocs, thongs, slippers or Uggs) and ensure shoulders and stomachs are covered.

Reminder: The School Opinion Survey closes this Friday, and we want to hear from you! Links were emailed to all participants in July.

We encourage parents and caregivers to have their say, so we can shape better learning environments for our students.

Visit the School Opinion Survey webpage or contact school administration for more information.

https://qed.qld.gov.au/.../schools/schoolopinionsurvey

Please note, that unfortunately the Uniform Shop will be closed tomorrow.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

The rivalry continues! 🏀

Friday's Teachers vs Students Competition was a highly competitive match. Despite the teachers' best efforts, the students proved too skilful, securing a convincing 31-21 victory.

Congratulations to everyone who participated. Now it's time to turn our attention to next week's matchup... futsal! ⚽ With the scoreboard tied, the next round is shaping up to be a big one!

Score: Teachers 1 : Students 1

Our Year 10 students had the exciting opportunity to watch an incredible performance of Romeo and Juliet by Shake & Stir Theatre Co last Friday!

The performance enhanced their understanding of Shakespeare's classic text, and students asked thoughtful questions about the play, acting, and careers in the arts during the Q&A session.

An exciting opportunity to experience live theatre and feedback from the Shake & Stir team was wonderful!