Elanora State High School in Elanora, Queensland, Australia | High School

Elanora State High School

Locality: Elanora, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 5568 4333

Address: Cnr Avocado St &, Nineteenth Ave 4221 Elanora, QLD, Australia

Website: http://elanorashs.eq.edu.au/

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25.01.2022 We hope our ESHS community enjoys the term break! Don't forget - if you are out and about and you see something that doesn't look right at the school - please call 13 17 18 Stay safe ~ be kind ~ we are in this together!

25.01.2022 This week our Sports Academy and Kayaking excellence students get the chance to celebrate after a very challenging year, starting with a rewarding day at Aqua Splash.

25.01.2022 #saysomething #bebrave

25.01.2022 ESHS welcomes Gold Coast Fashion Market - opens today Saturday 5 Dec. Save the planet, shop second-hand! Hit the stalls for some bargains. 9am to 1pm - Elanora State High School Free entry. Plenty of parking. Shop over 60 locals stalls with a huge selection of quality second-hand clothes, shoes and accessories.... Don't miss your chance to get a holiday wardrobe you love at a fraction of its original cost! See more

25.01.2022 Update - our Administration Office will close at 3pm on Wednesday December 9 and reopen at 8am on Monday January 18, 2021.

25.01.2022 The school year is rapidly winding down. Below are some dates and times to help you plan for the end of the year. This information is also available on our school website www.elanorashs.eq.edu.au.

24.01.2022 STEM careers podcasts now available! Check out the latest podcasts in the Department of Education’s STEM careers series. Cybersecurity engineer Holly Wright and software developer Sam Sinnamon talk tech and tell us how a degree in engineering and an interest in gaming launched their exciting careers. There are five podcasts now available on the department’s podcast page. More will be added throughout the year. https://qed.qld.gov.au//news-and-me/podcasts/podcasts-stem

24.01.2022 Uniforms for 2021 There are still places left if you need to book for your 2021 uniform fitting. If you are only wanting to purchase uniforms you can come in at any time during the extended trading hours, however students requiring a fitting will need to make a booking due to COVID. Be sure to visit our school website for full details and to book your place: www.elanorashs.eq.edu.au/facilities/uniform-shop

24.01.2022 Thanks to 7X and Leo members! Last week Mr Parry’s 7X Science class had the pleasure of putting together ‘Solar Buddy’ lights. This is a project the Leo club runs each year and fundraises to purchase the lights to send overseas to help others. These lights provide people who live without safe and reliable lighting a safer option. Inventor Simon Doble designed a renewable energy-powered light that has become a solution in refugee camps across the world. He found throug...h finding one solution, he realised the enormity of energy poverty. This is something our school community has recognised and supported for the last few years. Once the students put the lights together, they had the opportunity to write a letter or draw a picture for someone else in need. A truly worthwhile project, making impact. Thanks Year 7 Leo members, 7X and Mr Parry. Find more information about this great project here: https://solarbuddy.org/ #theeloway #leoclub #solarbuddy

24.01.2022 Beware of Destination AddictionUntil you give up the idea that happiness is somewhere else, It will never be where you are.

24.01.2022 Reminder P&C Free Dress day tomorrow, Friday Dec 4. Wear your most festive christmas outfit. Gold Coin Donation. Remember closed toe shoes and sunsafe shirts.

24.01.2022 The strings group led by Ms Rickert and band led by Miss Kesting have been rehearsing and participating in team building activities the last two days and they sound amazing! They are preparing to record a performance for families to see. Thank you Ms Kesting and Ms Rickert for all of your hard work. Thank you also to Mr Smith and Ms Watt for playing with the band. ... #theeloway #bandcamp2020

24.01.2022 Today we celebrated the achievements of ESHS students in Years 7 to 11 who were awarded either a Distinction or High Distinction. You have all faced several challenges this year, but each one of you has shown determination and resilience to achieve the results that you have been awarded today. You are someone who knows exactly what you want; someone who sets your eyes on a goal and does not lose sight of it, unless it is achieved, regardless of the obstacles/challenges you have to overcome. Congratulations!! We are all so very proud.

23.01.2022 Thinking of doing a school based traineeship or apprenticeship in 2021? Check out these job boards for current vacancies. If you wish to apply please register with Ms Tomlinson [email protected] Ignite Education Ignite - https://ignite.edu.au/school-based-traineeships-jobs/... Training_Evolution Training Evolution - https://trainingevolution.edu.au/traineeships-and-apprenti/ Aurora Training Institute: RTO Code: 32237 Aurora - https://www.aurora.edu.au/schools-program/ MEGT Australia MEGT - https://www.megt.com.au/job-board BUSY At Work Busy@Work - https://www.busyatwork.com.au/jobs/qld/gold-coast/ CTA Training Specialists Clubs Training Australia - https://clubtraining.com.au/hireme/ #theeloway #traineeships

23.01.2022 When you become of value, you earn that sense of purpose. It gives you a direction on what else you want for your life. Aim to be the type of person who will inspire others. If you want to help yourself, then help others first! NOTHING helps yourself more than focusing on others’ needs. It’s kind of a mysterious notion, but it works!

23.01.2022 Elanora High has many inspirational teachers who run, but our Deputy Principal Simonne Clark is at the top of the list. She will be challenging her limits again to complete the Coastal High 50. A 50k trail run through the GC Hinterland. Best of luck! We’re all behind you, but we are happy not to join you on it. You are amazing.

23.01.2022 As parents, we try to instil positive character traits and healthy friendship habits with our children from a very young age. We help our toddlers learn to share, take turns, and understand the basics of empathy, but as our children get older, we have less and less control over the decisions they make in their friendships and who they choose to spend time with. While this is a normal (and healthy) part of letting our children become increasingly independent, it can be challenging when your child is spending time with someone who you feel may be a bad friend/influence. Do you think your child may be in a bad friendship? You can help your teen recognise and understand that this kind of behaviour isn’t okay.

23.01.2022 With the end of term rapidly approaching, from tomorrow the Canteen will only be opening for first break with a minimal selection of items for sale. The last day of trade will be Monday 7 December 2020.

23.01.2022 Elanora SHS would like to recognise and show appreciation to all of our amazing non-teaching staff members. This week we are celebrating School Support Staff. Thank you for all the great work that you do here at Elanora SHS!!! These are the unsung heroes of schools: Business Managers, Administration Officers, IT Officers, Science Technicians, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Community Liaison Officers, Youth Support Coordinators, VET Coordinators a...nd ALL our school support staff who make education happen! Thank you for all you do to provide support and engagement for EVERY student every day! #theeloway #thankyou

23.01.2022 Calling the Community Year 12 2020 are seeking the help of our community to assist in providing some donations to help with table decorations for their formal. They are doing a repurposed theme. They are asking for: Empty 200 g Milo tins or 250g Nesquick tins (they will spray paint them)... Or mason jars! We are after 40 tins or jars We also would like some ribbons/string like in the example photos. If you can help please leave donations at Student Services. Any queries please direct to Elissa Periott Excel Coorodianator. #theeloway #classof2020

23.01.2022 Ever thought about where and who you’d be if only you’d done something differently, gone somewhere else, chosen something or someone else? Probably yes, if you’re like most of us. But, have you ever imagined where you might go and what you might still become, with the choices and chances you yet have left? Make the time to work out what’s most important to you.

22.01.2022 Student vs Teacher Netball Every Wednesday after school in the Student Centre... looks like a lot of fun! #theeloway

22.01.2022 https://www.goldcoaststudentjobs.com.au/

22.01.2022 Don't forget - school uniforms are still required until the end of term!

22.01.2022 Take 5, get out alive. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services firefighters put out almost 2000 house fires last year. Check your smoke alarms and make a home fire escape plan with your children. Taking a few minutes to talk about home fire safety may just save their lives. https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/fireescape/index.html

22.01.2022 We are extremely delighted to introduce and welcome to our school for the remainder of 2020, Deputy Principal Kate Jorgensen. Kate is filling in while Melinda Jackson is on leave. Kate brings a wealth of knowledge with her and is a very experienced Deputy Principal. We are very excited to have her here at Elanora SHS and also excited for the remainder 2020. We would also like to say a massive thank you to Brad Roberts, the principal of Beaudesert State High School for allowing Kate to come to ESHS at such short notice. We are truly grateful for his support.

22.01.2022 Students were given the task of re-designing a given building within Elanora SHS to make it 100% energy efficient. Students utilised a number of 21st century skills to create a 3D laser cut design from blueprints which they developed and input into digital formats. Additionally they developed an advertising pamphlet and gave a presentation to support their design, justifying how their design incorporated the mathematical and scientific curriculum into their final product. Students are to be commended with their enthusiasm and dedication to creating a fantastic display which showcased their STEM skills and abilities, we are very proud of their effort. Thank you Ms Aubrey and Ms Sunderland. Thank you also to Mr Martin, Mr Goodman, Mr Wright and Ms Dunton for their assistance and giving up their time to support the project.

22.01.2022 Last weekend Elanora State High School students competed in the Paddle Queensland State School's Championships. They demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship, had lots of fun and came back with over 20 medals as a team. Congratulations! Thank you to Ms Kyme who does a fantastic job with the Kayaking Program.

21.01.2022 We would like to give a huge shout out to the team at Treestylin. Thank you for your generosity. We are thrilled to have your support. Through your donation we have been able to make our school grounds look fantastic. You truly make a difference for us, and we are extremely grateful! Check them out for all your tree needs.

21.01.2022 Last week our Indigenous students had the opportunity to visit the Jellurgual Aboriginal cultural centre tour. This involved the following: * Amphitheatre presentation of traditional life pre-contact including information on Kombumerri Park Burial Ground and Jebribillum Bora Ring * Live Aboriginal dance performance * Burleigh Mountain Walk (Jellurgal Journey) including:... - Anointment Ceremony: An important ceremony that is conducted by a traditional land owner who will bless us with a safe journey. - Dreamtime story: The creation story of the formation of Burleigh Headland. Guided walk to Midden (interpretive): Shell middens tell us a lot about Aboriginal activities in the past. The types of shells in a midden can show the type of marine environment that was used, and the time of year when Aboriginal people used it. Students favourites were the live Aboriginal dance performance and the Burleigh Mountain Walk. #theeloway #deadlyelanorajarjums

21.01.2022 Announcement: 2021 General Enrolments are now open! Don't miss your spot by leaving it too late! If you have any questions please let us know! We are looking forward to hearing from you. Forms are available from our school website on https://elanorashs.eq.edu.au/enrolm/enrolling-at-our-school... #theeloway

21.01.2022 Community Awareness Fair - What a wonderful event, our 9X students put on a great fair. They were asked to explore contentious issues in our community and promote how they think we could work together to make a change. Great job 9X! Thank you to Ms Wildman and Ms Serrano for all their hard work in making it all happen.

20.01.2022 Last week our Year 9 ACE English and Humanities classes combined to explore some of the contentious issues plaguing the community. As part of this they held a Community Awareness Fair and then we let them loose with shovel and rakes. They did some fantastic tree and shrub planting! Enhancing the school, adding beauty to the environment and helping with carbon emissions. The new trees and garden area look amazing! Great work team! #theeloway #trees

20.01.2022 Have you purchased your tickets to graduation? Time is running out - ordering closes on Friday! https://www.trybooking.com/BMCTT... #theeloway #classof2020

20.01.2022 Ask - it could make a big difference! Remember it's OK to NOT be OK. #ruok2020 #theeloway #inthistogether2020

20.01.2022 Thank you to the ESHS Chaplaincy Team for taking your time to prepare for us such a wonderful end of term lunch. Keep on being amazing. Thank you also to Glenda, who gave up her time to come in and help. We are so very grateful for each and everyone of you!

20.01.2022 Year 9 Sport Academy Aquatic fitness with Cooeegc this morning at Tallebudgera Beach. Thank you to Matt Barber and our wonderful Cooee students. Collaboration with fellow learners increases motivation and helps students take responsibility for their own and their peers' learning. Building lifelong connections and friendships. ESHS is so proud!!!

19.01.2022 We will welcome our new Year 7 2021 Cohort on Monday December 7 for an Orientation Day, only students who have been officially enrolled will be able to attend this day. Any prospective student needs to ensure that they have submitted their enrolment documents prior to the Orientation Day. This will be the same orientation day for both local high schools and we have already contacted local bus companies and informed them that Year 6 students will be travelling on buses on this day.

19.01.2022 It's Disability Action Week. Find out how you can help create an all accessable Queensland! Visit www.allabilityes.qld.gov.au

19.01.2022 EXCITING NEWS! It is with great excitement we announce that construction work commenced over the holidays on our new Construction Shed. This will offer students greater employability, cultivate real world learning, student retention, greater student outcomes and pathways to VET Certificates. Such a wonderful initiative and opportunity for the students of ESHS. In addition to this work, many of our buildings are having electrical upgrades to ensure that when air-conditioning is installed in all classrooms in 2021 the new power load requirements will be adequate. To assist the power load we will also be receiving solar panels to offset some of the power required to run the school, a busy holiday period!

19.01.2022 Canteen end of year news! * Friday, 27 November is the last day for online ordering * Limited menu available 30 Nov - 4 December * Last day of operation 7 December

19.01.2022 Our International students had the opportunity yesterday to experience uni life at Bond University. After sitting through a lecture on architecture, we moved on for a personalised tour of the campus including the mock court rooms and medical building. We were guided through the campus by three student ambassadors, who gave a positive insight to their time at Bond. Our students thoroughly enjoyed this experience and hope to return to Bond to study in Australia in the future.... Thank you Bond University for giving us this opportunity, it is one we will not forget Elanora International Students #theeloway #bonduniversity

19.01.2022 Free Dress Day Christmas Theme The P&C will be holding a Free Dress Day on Friday December 4. Students can dress in their brightest and most festive Christmas clothes. Please remember to bring a GOLD COIN DONATION to help the P&C continue their support of students at ESHS. Please Note: NO singlets & NO open shoes to keep in line with our safe school policies. All P&C fundraising goes back into our School for OUR children! Participation in the Free Dress day is optional.

18.01.2022 Staff training is underway, with our 2021 visions and goals delivered by our principal, Mr. Hodges and a friendly welcome to all new staff - we are all very excited. Teachers will engage over the next 3 days in some wonderful and exciting Professional Development. ‘Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.’ It’s busy here at Elanora SHS as we prepare for all students to commence next Wednesday! Students, get ready for a fantastic 2021, together we can achieve your dreams

18.01.2022 Reminder for invited Year 7, 8 and 9 students Event: Trip to Dream World and White Water World When: Tuesday 8 December 8:45am to 3:00pm What to bring: Comfortable clothes, covered shoes, Sunscreen, Towel, Swimmers, food or money to purchase food Last day for permission form and payment is Friday Dec 4. ... Elanora SHS Mobile Phone policy will apply for this excursion. See more

18.01.2022 Once again we want to recognise our amazing staff here at ESHS! We have great teaching staff, admin staff, support staff, canteen, facilities, grounds and cleaning staff! Each week staff are nominated by their peers for Star of the Week Our Term 2 stars were: Delfina Pereira Chris Moy ... Dale Martin Kristy Shaw Michelle Hewison Mel Cass Ali Birks Regina Kidd Kayla Wolski Jasmin Ivett #theeloway

18.01.2022 Term 1 saw the Year 9 Engineering class busy designing and making their CO2 cars, it was great to see the culmination of wonderful work from Mr Chris Moy and the Year 9 students. They were definitely engaged! Good luck at the State Challenge and National Comp later this year. The finished dragsters will be tested on a 20-meter track for speed and determine the fastest dragster in the State. However, the competition is not just a speed race, marks are also awarded for design, construction and presentation.

18.01.2022 From the ESHS family to your family Happy New Year!! What happened last year does not determine where we go, it merely determines where we start. Every sunrise gives us the chance to change, what will you change? It is not in the stars to hold our destiny, but in ourselves. Let’s make 2021 one filled with kindness, love, laughter and success.

18.01.2022 Students attending the Dreamwold & WhiteWater World Rewards Day please meet in the Student Centre at 8.45am on Tuesday.

18.01.2022 So many great activities available here! Most of them FREE!! Be sure to check out what's on offer.

17.01.2022 Weekly character strength: Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence You like things well done. You are frequently swept up in what's going around you as you watch, listen or read things. You love nature, art, literature and science and thrive in environments where good work is encouraged, admired and valued. Be careful not to avoid the mundane parts of life! ... Develop this strength by spending a few minutes each day journaling beautiful, excellent or uplifting parts of your day. Gratitude journals are amazing things! Take a walk and get out in nature!

17.01.2022 Another ESHS Alum has sent us a lovely message. Tyler, Class of 2010, sends birthday wishes and an update on what she's been doing the last 10 years.

17.01.2022 We would like to wish our neighbours, the PBC Reds a huge congratulations on winning the Langer Cup Grand Final yesterday against Keebra Park 16-8. Well done REDS!! #PBCReds

17.01.2022 Unform Shop Hours To help with purchasing uniforms before the start of the year we have extended trading hours beginning 30 November. In January we are running a different model due to COVID. Parents wishing to purchase uniforms can come in at any time and purchase uniforms however parents wanting a fitting need to make a booking.... Be sure to visit our school website for full details: www.elanorashs.eq.edu.au/facilities/uniform-shop #theeloway

16.01.2022 Thank you to Mr Newman and a number of Year 7 and 9 students for this amazing artwork on the bag racks outside the art block.

16.01.2022 New Finance Office Hours Elanora SHS Finance window will now be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays only. Finance Office hours are 7.30am to 11.30am. For any enquires please call 07)55643 303 or email [email protected]

16.01.2022 If you are looking for a team based role that will offer you most of your day off, and you don't mind cleaning - this could be the one for you. We are looking for casual cleaners available to work split shifts in the early mornings and afternoons. At Elanora State High School we are committed to excellence in support, service and the education of our students. In accordance with these principles, our cleaning staff play an integral role in our school every day. MUST have Bl...ue Card. Previous experience preferred. If you are interested, please email your resume to [email protected]. #theeloway

16.01.2022 Think about this for a moment....If you are striving for positivity, love, forgiveness, support, determination, truthfulness, drive, success etc. then surely this is what you will attract in your inner circle? If you have "negative", "full of excuses", "angry", "blame the world" people in your life, then maybe you need to look in your own mirror and check in to see if that is what you are? Be the reflection you truly want, hope and strive for....

16.01.2022 Whatever you desire in life don’t wait for that perfect time waiting is just wasted time. Instead, why not start and take that step forward! Let’s do this!!

16.01.2022 Be the light! #saysomething

16.01.2022 We must also wish Andrew Pearce all the best for today. Andrew is also running the Coastal High 50k. It's going to be hot out there. Good luck Simonne and Andrew.

16.01.2022 Years 7-9 in Positive Culture lessons this morning. Gratitude was addressed with students. Students were asked to be aware and thankful for the good things that happen and to take the time to write a postcard to express thanks to a loved one. The lesson ended with house activities. Thank you to staff for actively engaging with the lesson today.

16.01.2022 Always Available - 24/7 For many, this time of the year can be the most stressful time of year. Financial hardship, family conflict and loneliness can lead to experiences of increased stress for people, especially those living with anxiety and depression, in the lead up to New Year celebrations. If you’re feeling alone or lonely, it’s important to reach out and talk to someone. Sometimes it’s difficult to talk about what’s going on but it could be as simple as sending a tex...t, a message on social media, inviting someone over for a cuppa or making a phone call. If you’re supporting someone who has anxiety or depression these holidays it’s important to look after yourself too. Occasions like Christmas can also bring up feelings of sadness and grief for people who have lost someone special. If you feel you can, talk about your loved one, share memories and tears. You may also like to spend some time alone so you can think about your loved one. It’s also OK to enjoy yourself, don’t feel guilty, it doesn’t mean you don’t miss them. We all have good days and bad days. Then there are those days when something isn't quite right, you've got something on your mind, or things just seem too much. Whatever it may be, sharing the load with someone else can really help. So no matter who you are, or how you're feeling, you can talk it through. For urgent assistance please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24 hour counselling, information and referrals) or the Beyond Blue Support Service 1300 22 4636 - 24 hours / 7 days a week See more

15.01.2022 We have some amazing staff here at ESHS! We have great teaching staff, admin staff, support staff, canteen, facilities, grounds and cleaning staff! Each week staff are nominated by their peers for Star of the Week We'd like to tell everyone else how amazing they are! Our Term 1 stars were: Kerry Robertson Sarah Christoffel ... Rachael Wiseman Sarah King Adam Quirk Jai McCulloch Rose Dunton Terri Duncan Di Harrold See more

15.01.2022 Uniform Update - Although the students first day back is next Wednesday 27th January, they are required to wear their formal school uniform.

15.01.2022 This morning we welcomed Currumbin Valley State School's senior band to the Performing Arts block for workshops before their end of year concert this week. Members of ESHS's school band also arrived early today to get in some extra practice and to encourage these future musicians. Thank you to Ms Kesting for creating such an inclusive, productive and fun environment

15.01.2022 Do you have any outgrown or unused ESHS uniform items? Want them to be put to good use? Then please feel free to drop them in to us in the Admin office. We will use them in our Wellbeing Hub. Shirts, skirts, shorts and even shoes! #theeloway

14.01.2022 Community Open Day What are you up to this weekend? Get down to the Tallebudgera Surf Club and see all that's on offer! 13 September 9am-noon... #tallebudgerasurfclub #nippers #community

14.01.2022 Congratulations Class of 2020! The year was filled with challenges and changes (right up until last night). You all did so well adapting and continuing to move forward. Be proud of what you've accomplished - we are! It looks like it was a great night and you all look fantastic! (wait....is that the Macarena?? ) Here are a few quick snaps of the fun! ... #formal2020 #classof2020 #theeloway

14.01.2022 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) is observed every year on Dec 3. IDPwD is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally. It aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions. The theme for IDPwD 2020 is Building Back Better: toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post COVID-19 World. Working towards inclusivity through the removal of physical, technological and attitudinal barriers for people with disability. We are better, when we are together

14.01.2022 Well Done to Indigenous students participating in the Deadly Choices program over Term 3! Lots of information about has been shared this term. Today we talked about the aboriginal flag that students found interesting. Did you know there are very unique and special rules about using the aboriginal flag? You might want to watch this short film on YouTube to learn more about it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ep6c37lwaMk... #theeloway #deadlyelanorajarjums

14.01.2022 At the end of the term our Tourism students has some special guests. Mr Craig Johnston and Mr Thomas McIntyre spoke with Year 10,11 and 12 Tourism students. They spoke about how to motivate and inspire younger people to obtain a qualification and a lifelong career in the hospitality and tourism industry and about what type of jobs make up the tourism industry. The Top Tip: Find your passion, Be genuine, be sincere, Pay attention to the people you meet You never know... who they know or how they might help you in the future. Have a crack! Get stuck in! Give it a go! BE KIND, WORK HARD AND NEVER GIVE UP Student takeaways How exciting my future can be!! Possibility of meeting celebrities There is a lot of different career pathways. The opportunities are endless. Tourism industry can open a lot of opportunities to you in a lot of kind of jobs. Never give up! Gave me more information about the diploma and tafe options. Inspired me to look at jobs in tourism. #theeloway

14.01.2022 What a year this has been! To thank our students for remaining Engaged, Respectful and Responsible our Deans are inviting Year 7-9 students on a trip to Dream World and White Water World on 8 December ! (This used to be a day at Wet'n'Wild but we thought we'd bump things up a bit for 2020). Notes for eligible students have gone home. Please have them back as soon as you can so your student does not miss out. #theeloway #dreamworldaustralia #thankyou

13.01.2022 THANK YOU to our amazing ESHS Community! The donations made during Make a Difference week were fantastic. If you missed out we are still accepting collections for some causes. In particular for My Friend's Place. MFP is a not for profit, non-religious, non-judgemental organisation providing affordable short-term and emergency accommodation to women who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness as a result of violence or abuse. And we all know how hard this year has ...been. We are collecting toiletries and towels for this fantastic organisation upto and including Thursday morning. Please help us help others. You can drop off your donations to Student Services or to the Admin office. #theeloway #myfriendsplaceqld #stoptheviolenceagainstwomen

13.01.2022 SO so true! #saysomething #bebrave

13.01.2022 Thank you to Donna and the wonderful team at Study Gold Coast for our basket of goodies for World Teachers' Day. It was greatly appreciated by all.

12.01.2022 Are you school ready? Do you have all your uniforms? Is your uniform correct? Uniform shop is open today from 7:30am to 3pm and tomorrow 7:30am to 12 noon for all your last minute items. This will be the last opportunity before school starts for all year levels on Wednesday January 27.

12.01.2022 Wishing all our students, parents and families a very Merry Christmas. May the spirit of Christmas bring you joy, peace and the gladness of Christmas give you hope.

12.01.2022 Wishing the PBC Reds all the best for the National Schoolboy Cup today at 3:30pm in Townsville. Palm Beach Currumbin takes on the Kirwan Bears for the Schoolboys Cup State Final. Go the Reds!!! #PBCReds #QldSchoolSport

12.01.2022 Year 12s - check out the new study and wellbeing tips fact sheets and podcast to help you achieve your goals and prepare for life beyond school. For further information go to the department’s new QCE system wellbeing resources webpage. https://qed.qld.gov.au//resources-to-support-student-wellb #classof2020

11.01.2022 We the Differents! Class of 2020 2020 has been a year of significant disruption and change which can create uncertainty and anxiety, particularly for our Year 12 students looking towards their post-school futures. Many are concerned about how final assessments and exit scores will work. Our advice - focus on what you can control for now and rest assured, as soon as there is a plan, you will know about it, and help will be there if you need it. All you need to do is ...ask. Check out this webpage for support and suggestions! https://www.wethedifferents.qld.edu.au/worried-about-year-/ #classof2020 #theeloway #wethedifferents #inthistogether2020

11.01.2022 Congratulations to all the students involved in the ESHS Kayaking Program. Elanora was named the overall winner of the 2020 Paddle Qld State School's Championships. Thank you to Ms Kyme. We are so proud!

11.01.2022 Contact School Watch on 13 17 88 if you see or hear something suspicious around our school, even if it appears to be minor. In an emergency or if you see a crime in progress dial Triple Zero (000). https://www.qld.gov.au/edu/schools/information/school-watch

11.01.2022 Did you know there is an alternative to ‘traditional schooling’ for Years 11 and 12? As a parent, you obviously want to make the best choice for your child when it comes to schooling. You know your child has the knowledge and ability to get better grades, but it just isn’t happening. If traditional schooling is holding your child back, they may benefit from an appropriate change. Seeking an alternative to traditional schooling may spark higher achievement. But what types of a...lternatives should parents be checking out? Welcome to Cooee GC, an Education Queensland Senior High School campus with a pathways focus. Year 11 and 12 students complete their core subjects for their Queensland Certificate of Education and then are given the flexibility to select Certificate-based courses of their interest, to create a meaningful learning experience that is relevant to the individual. Students at Cooee GC, actively create opportunities to better themselves and their community. They become well-rounded citizens who can confidently walk out of the school gates, equipped with the necessary tools to succeed in life. Students participate in a School Based Traineeship, which is designed to provide real world, authentic learning opportunities which complements a Certificate III qualification of the student's choice. University minded students are encouraged to enrol in a Diploma of Business which not only gives students direct entry into university but also provides recognition of prior learning credits towards selected university degrees. Creating brighter futures! For more details or to apply please visit https://elanorashs.eq.edu.au//excellence-p/cooeegc-program See more

11.01.2022 A birthday shout out from an ESHS Alum! Class of 2010 Lee-Sarose Oevich sent us some birthday wishes and an update on what she's upto now! Thanks so much Lee-Sarose #theeloway #itsourbirthday

11.01.2022 Make a Difference Week! Friday is all about our animal friends. We are collecting donations of dog and cat food, clumping litter and toys. You can drop your donation off at the Admin office or Student Services. Let's spread a little love to our furry friends. #theeloway #friendsofthepound

11.01.2022 Gut instinct, or intuition, is your immediate understanding of something; there's no need to think it over or get another opinionyou just know. Because of this, trusting your intuition is the ultimate act of trusting yourself. Listening to your intuition helps you avoid unhealthy relationships and situations.

11.01.2022 Weekly Character Strength: Forgiveness - You never hold a grudge. You believe in giving others a second chance and trying to not only make up but learn from disagreements. Be careful that 'keeping the peace' doesn't turn into people taking advantage of your generous nature. Develop your forgiveness by starting each day with a kindness meditation to build love and acceptance for yourself and others.

10.01.2022 Before you speak, let your words pass through three gates: Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it kind?

10.01.2022 As the 2020 Year 12s receive their ATAR results this morning, and no matter what those results are, we want you all to be proud of your achievements! There is success in being the first cohort to complete ATAR - and to do that in this tumultuous year has required incredible resilience and courage. I am sure there are some very relieved students, but know that whatever emotion you are feeling, it is okay. If you are disappointed, ecstatic, frustrated, delighted, relieved, ang...ry, happy or sad, it is okay. Just don’t let your ATAR change your dreams. There are many options. Direct from school through your ATAR into your chosen course is not the only pathway. Sure it is great to strive to do your best and your ATAR can open some doors, but it is by no means the be-all-and-end-all of your future. Nor is it the end of the road to university. We know that you will all go on to do great things! See more

09.01.2022 Remembrance Day 2020 The Humanities Department led activities across the school to mark Remembrance Day this year. Staff completed various activities with students in the week leading up to 11th November, regarding this as an important opportunity to impart in students a better understanding of world events, to look outside their present reality and to develop a more empathic approach to life; students were positioned to consider the events in WW1 which led to the creation o...f Armistice Day from perspectives not their own. Part of their activities included making poppies and writing a Peace Pledge, the purpose being to have students consider how they can promote a more peaceful world. It was so nice to see so many students who understand the value of acceptance, kindness, equality and love in creating a better future! Miss Julianne Davies See more

09.01.2022 The ESHS P&C has been selected to participate in the Local Matters program at Grill’d Nobby Beach this April. Local Matters is the Grill’d community donation program that sees each Grill’d restaurant donate $500 back into the community every month. The donation is split between three local community groups, with the winner receiving $300 and runners up receiving $100 each. To support the ESHS P&C, simply enjoy a delicious burger at Grill’d Nobby Beach and place your Local Matters token in the ESHS P&C jar. Thank you @GrilldNobbyBeach Burger restaurant

09.01.2022 Congratulations to Tyler from the Year 7 Sport Academy class who will be a starting pitcher and key hitter for the Gold Coast Youth Women’s Baseball team when they play in Brisbane soon. There has been a big push for more women in baseball the last few years. Australia is only the second country in the world to have a dedicated national women's baseball competition. Who knows, maybe we will see Tyler playing at that level in the next few years! Go Tyler! #theeloway #womensbaseball

09.01.2022 As Term 3 draws to a close please be aware our canteen will be closed on Friday.

08.01.2022 To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan but also believe.

08.01.2022 Congratulations! Josh is our Apprentice of the Month! He recently finished his traineeship at Rebound Indoor Sports and was hired to continue working there. Rebound is a revamped World War 2 aircraft hangar bringing together the fast pace of indoor sports and the natural beauty of the building and its surroundings. Josh is seen here at Rebound helping with a sausage sizzle for a team celebration! What a versatile guy! ... #theeloway

08.01.2022 So many great things happening here on Sunday! Be sure to pop in and have a look at the Hide & Seek Children's Market.

08.01.2022 Weekly Character Strength: Fairness You keep things just. You have a strong sense of what you believe to be right, you care deeply about others and want to do the right thing by them. Fairness is treating people justly, not letting your personal feelings bias your decisions about others. Make sure this doesn't tip over into righteousness.... Develop it by looking for one thing you can do each day to make life a little easier for those around you. Note when you are being too hard on yourself and others and make needed adjustments.

07.01.2022 So wonderful to see students so engaged. Ms Woodham’s Year 9 Science class using M&M’s to help learn about the Periodic Table. Nothing motivates learners as much as fun does, thank you Ms Woodham for being such a wonderful teacher.

07.01.2022 The XCELerate program for Year 6 students was established in 2016. XCELerate is designed to challenge and extend high achieving students and also provides an excellent transition opportunity. The program builds on the partnerships between Elanora State High School and our local primary schools and affords a fantastic chance to make friends with like-minded students before high school. Many participants from the program apply for and are offered positions in our ACE, Sports ...and Dance Academies. During Semester 1 2021, successful XCELerate applicants will be invited to attend specialist enrichment sessions in subject areas such as Science, The Arts and Literacy. The 90 minute workshops occur throughout and the program include our Excellence Information Evening, ACE testing afternoon and Year 7 2022 Open Night. Please return your EOI form by email to [email protected] by Wednesday 2nd December 2020. If you need a form please let us know! #theeloway

06.01.2022 School Based Traineeship Opportunity for 2021 Year 10 and 11 students! Village Roadshow Theme Parks are looking for School Based Trainees for 2021! Some essential requirements - must be available to: attend a group interview on Friday 4th December... commence 14th December work 1 weekday and 1 weekend day every week and must have full availability during school holidays. For more information call Mandy on 5559 5077 or pop in and see Georgi at school! Applications close: Tuesday 24th November

06.01.2022 Congratulations Dylan!

06.01.2022 Budding Year 7 artists in the making! This term, an enthusiastic group of Year 7 students became engrossed in learning about the style of Cubism and the artist Pablo Picasso. Developing keen artistic skills and techniques, these budding young artists took to their paintings with a creative flair that even Picasso himself would have been impressed by! What a fantastic collection of modern art this group has created and I hope these masterpieces end up framed and admired for... many years to come! Well done to Allira and Levi for their creativity and interpretation of their still-life. We are moving onto ceramics using clay in Term 4 so keep an eye out for some fantastic sculptures. #theeloway

06.01.2022 A wonderful day on the beach. Luna, Heath, Kailee and Archie who were all picked to represent the Point Danger Branch at Interbranch SLSC Championships this weekend. Congratulations! A huge congratulations also to Archie and his team from Tugun who took out Gold for the Surf Team Swim Under 15's at the Gold Coast City Titles. Amazing, we are so proud!

05.01.2022 Congratulations Soraya. Soraya recently had the experience of a lifetime when she was asked to dance in a film clip for Ziggy Alberts. Awesome job Soraya Schultz, we are so very proud! https://youtu.be/VE2C48UmiXY

05.01.2022 A wonderful two days for our Year 12 students. Monday was a busy day with guest speakers presenting topics on finance, anxiety, a visit from our local Police Officer and a Safer Schoolies Presentation. Whilst it was a long day, student feedback was it was informative, Police Officer Dave got the shout out. Tuesday was our Wellbeing Day. Due to COVID it had to be changed so students engaged on campus and undertook a range of fun activities. Special thanks to Mrs Kueh...l for presenting some beautiful memories with the group from Year 7-11. Some honourable mentions: Michael for his electrified spider web jump, The Nagel twins for teamwork, Patrick and Noah for trust in fellow mates to name a few. Some excellent team work, collaboration and lots of smiles all round. Great effort and many thanks class of 2020. Thanks Mrs Periott #theeloway #classof2020

05.01.2022 Congratulations!! Ava and Samuel have started their school based traineeships at Ignite!

05.01.2022 Due to the recent COVID restrictions changes, our wellbeing ‘Coastal Walk’ must be held on campus. It will still be a fun and enjoyable day for the students, where attendance is compulsory. Students are not required to wear school uniform but dress must still be appropriate for school! We've made adjustments to their day so it feels like they are away from the other students and have the school to themselves! Arrive at school by 9am and get marked off at form, then pr...esent to Performing Arts at 9:10am. The day will finish at approximately 2pm. Students need to bring morning tea, but a sausage sizzle lunch will be provided (including vegan and gf options). #classof2020 #theeloway

05.01.2022 In Chemistry we hypothesised on what may happen if we manipulate a variable in a chemical reaction. Did higher molarity speed up or slow down the reaction? Ask a chemistry student to tell you what they discovered. #theeloway #chemcrew

05.01.2022 Puppies at play at Elanora High. Bring Your Dog to Work Day was definitely enjoyed by dogs and humans alike. So much fun for all involved. After a lovely (sun safe) run around outside it was time to have a rest in front of the Christmas fire!!!

04.01.2022 Reminder that your 2021 school fees are due prior to the start of school, unless you have a payment arrangement with the school. Can you please ensure this is completed by the start of the new school year to ensure that your child is provided with all the resources required to support their learning. If you need to discuss your payment options please give our friendly finance team a call who will be only too happy to assist. 5564 3303

04.01.2022 Calling all Year 12s!! Have you signed up for the Science Faculty Trivia Challenge on Thursday Great fun to be had and prizes to be won - including Griffith University Academic Bootcamp! The challenge is Thursday after school. Be sure to get over to Staffroom 4 or see Ms Dunton and sign up by Tuesday! ... #theeloway

04.01.2022 Congratulations to 2021 Leo Club Executive ~ Jake, Georgia, Lily, Carmelo and Zoe. What a great group of students to lead our Leos in 2021. #theeloway #leoclubs

03.01.2022 And the winner is? A very happy Easter from the Wellbeing Team.

03.01.2022 Help us protect our school this Holiday break. If you see anything suspicious, please call the School Watch number 13 17 88. The School Watch Program is a partnership between Education Queensland, the Queensland Police Service and the State Government Protective Security Service. It aims to reduce vandalism, theft and arson in Queensland schools. If you do see something suspicious, please don’t attempt to intervene. Call the School Watch number and let the local police o...r State Government Protective Security Service deal with the matter. #theeloway #happyholidays2020 #schoolwatch

03.01.2022 Are you a school leaver? Find out fast if you can get a Centrelink payment for university. Go to servicesaustralia.gov.au/paymentfinder

02.01.2022 2020 Yearbooks are here!! If you ordered one already, please pick it up at Student Services! Graduate Year 12 student - pick yours up at Student Services! It's FILLED with photos of events through the year, student photos, staff photos - what a great keepsake! How many pages are you on? If you didn't order one but really want one - please visit student services and purchase it now!... Missed a yearbook from previous years but want a copy? Pick one up from Student Services at a reduced rate: 2019 - $15! 2018 and earlier are only $5 (no promises on how many years are available) #theeloway #classof2020

02.01.2022 If your child will not be returning to ESHS in 2021 please notify the school ASAP. This way we can email you out a Clearance Form and Finance can settle your account and remove your 2021 invoice. Please disregard if your child has graduated Year 12 2020.

02.01.2022 Happy Easter to you and your family! We hope you have a day filled with great memories and LOTS of chocolate.

02.01.2022 Last week we celebrated R U OK? Day and encouraged all our students and staff to regularly check in with friends, family and colleagues. A conversation could save a life. Many of our staff were very visible on campus! Find conversation tips and more at www.ruok.org.au #theeloway #ruok2020

02.01.2022 Congratulations. Allanah Elvin has been selected to represent the Tweed Giants in the 2021 State Cup Carnival Under 14/15 Girls for Oztag. Allanah is currently in our Year 7 Sport Academy class. Good luck to everyone who was selected.

02.01.2022 Be it professional or personal, the best way to catch a break is to work hard for your goals. Sitting around and waiting for something great to happen is a guaranteed way to make sure you never get a lucky break. Even when it comes to the lottery, you have to buy a ticket to have even the smallest chance. Don’t feel bad about daydreaming what you might spend the money on. Just make sure you follow up those dreams with dedication and hard work. The breaks and luck will follow.

02.01.2022 NOTICE: Schuster Park footbridge is having maintenance work. The maintenance works are required to replace parts of the bridge to maintain safety. In order to complete the works safely, the bridge needs to be closed for five (5) days from 9 to 13 November 2020. Closure times are to minimise impacts on the school pedestrian traffic. Appropriate signage is being installed either side of the bridge.

02.01.2022 What will be your positive impact today? Smile at strangers wherever you go! Compliment strangers on something you genuinely like about them Say Thank you! Sometimes we forget how important it is to thank people! Leave notes of kindness wherever you go. (mail boxes, public transports..) ... Ask someone about their day, and if you can ask, them about their story! Email someone you know and tell them why they are awesome and why you care about them. See more

01.01.2022 What a great opportunity on Friday! Thank you Eddie and Paul from @Australian Global Institute for coming out and talking to some of our Year 10 students about the Certificate III in Aviation Remote Pilots program. We are very excited to start this program in 2021! #theeloway #australianglobalinstitute

01.01.2022 From all the staff at ESHS to our wonderful community, may your Christmas sparkle with moments of love, laughter and goodwill. Have a Merry Christmas and we look forward to seeing you in 2021. We would like to farewell all our families leaving the school community this year and wish you all the best for the future and to those returning next year have a fantastic holiday period, we will see you all on Wednesday January 27. May the year ahead be full of contentment and joy.

01.01.2022 As we end the 2020 school year I would like to take this time to say thank you to our P&C Committee and School Council Board. It is with much respect and admiration that I say a huge thank you to each and every one of these wonderful people who give up their time, they are incredibly passionate and instrumental in ensuring the education and wellbeing of students is always forefront of our school. Our P&C; President: Bern Lawson Vice President: Emma Litchfield Treasurer: Mic...helle Bingham Secretary: Tamra Murray Our School Council; Bern Lawson: P&C Representative Sarah Mitchell: Parent Representative Brian Woodham: Teaching Representative Sue Hudson: Community Representative Kurt Foessel: Community Representative (Chair) Rodd Gapp: Community Representative (Proxy) Summer Spinks: Student Member We all know how busy you all are, but you still went above and beyond. We all appreciate you for the work you do. Thank you.

01.01.2022 Release of year 12 results The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) will release student QCEs and Senior Statements and Statements of Results through the Student Portal on the myQCE website https://myqce.qcaa.qld.edu.au/index.html from 9:00am on Saturday 19 December 2020. Students must know their Learner Unique Identifier (LUI) and password to log in and check their results. Students will be able to download hard copies of their qualifications directly from ...the Student Portal on the myQCE website. They will not be sent hard copies from the QCAA though they will be able to request hard copies in the Student Portal. Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) ATARs are calculated by the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). All ATAR eligible students should have registered with QTAC (https://www.qtac.edu.au/atar/ ) to ensure that they receive their ATAR on 19 December. See more