OUR VISION
Byron Bay High School delivers a collaborative learning environment where students achieve excellence through our connection with community and land, creating holistic leaders of the future.
Term 1 2025
Week 11
- Wed 9 Apr to Fri 11 Apr - Year 7 and 11 Camp | Tullabugera
- Thu 10 Apr - 15's Boys and Opens Boys Rugby League | Coffs Harbour
- Fri 11 April - LAST DAY OF TERM 1 - Minimal Supervision Day
Term 2 2025
Week 1
- Mon 28 and Tue 29 Apr - STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY
- Wed 30 Apr - First Day for all Students | TIMETABLE DAY 6
- Wed 30 April - Term 2 Sport begins
- Thu 1 May - ANZAC Day Assembly
- Thu 1 May | Legal Studies Mock Trial | SCU
- Fri 2 May - FNC School Surfing Titles | Lennox Head
- Fri 2 May - Opens Boys FNC Soccer vs Kingscliff HS
Week 2
- Mon 5 May - 15s Boys and Opens Rugby League Greater Northern Trials | South West Rocks
- Tue 6 May - Parent Teacher Interviews | Session 1
- Thu 8 May - White Card Training
Minimal Supervision Day
Friday 11 April - last day of Term 1
Please be aware that there will be no timetabled classes on the last day of Term 1, Friday 11 April. However, there will be supervision for students who do come to school on Friday.
Last Sport day for Term 1
Wednesday 9 April
Due to the many camps that are running this week, and the subsequent reduction in the number of students at school, we will run an alternative sport program at school tomorrow, Wednesday 9 April.
Also a reminder to parents and carers that all fees for Sport this term were calculated on a 7-week payment basis and parents were not charged for this week.
Students will be advised of their activity tomorrow once the number of students present are finalised in the morning.
Over the Autumn holiday break
We wish everyone a happy, safe and restful Autumn holiday break. Take this time to rest, recharge, and spend time with loved ones. Thank you to all our families for an amazing start to the school year. Our teachers and support staff have created many varied opportunities inside and outside of the classroom for students to extend their learning, demonstrate excellence and feel successful.
To ensure we continue to maintain high expectations for our students' learning and wellbeing please have a look at your child's uniforms and school supplies over the holidays:
Winter uniforms
With the cooler weather ahead, it's time to start sourcing appropriate uniform.
Our school colours are navy, black, white and teal.
- Long pants - students can wear plain navy or black long pants (Chinos or trackpants)
- Denim jeans, tights and bike pants - are NOT a part of our school uniform
- Jumpers - should be plain navy only, without stripes or large logos (any external logos must be no larger than a credit card)
- Undershirts - can be white, black, or navy blue
- Shoes - must be totally enclosed footwear, no crocs, sandals or slides
Replenish all school supplies
Over the break, please check your child's workbooks and pencil case and buy new workbooks if their workbooks are full, or repair them if they need repairing. Also make sure your child has a full pencil case of pens and a calculator.
We look forward to seeing everyone back after the holidays, ready for another great term of learning.
BBHS Cross Country Carnival
Racing, friendly competition, and plenty of fun!
A huge thank you to all the students who participated in this year’s BBHS Cross Country Carnival! The day is always a good mix of racing, friendly competition, and plenty of fun – and this year was no exception. Days like this are important for building school spirit with teachers and students out of the classroom, interacting in a different environment.
A late change to the course due to mother nature's affects on our beach added something special to the course, creating an exciting and varied race.
The new course included a great combination of trail, single track, grass, and even a bit of mud – making it a memorable experience for everyone.
We were thrilled to welcome our Year 7 students to this year’s event, and it was clear we have some very talented young runners among this group! Congratulations to all our Age Champions, and a special mention to the Top 6 in each age group who have qualified for the upcoming FNC Championships - which will be held on our beautiful track right here at Byron Bay High School – a true home advantage!
Our 2025 Age Champions are:
- 12 Years Boys - Charlie D
- 12 Years Girls - Alera T
- 13 Year Boys - Finley S
- 13 Year Girls - Giorgia B
- 14 Years Boys - Zen M
- 14 Years Girls - Stella B
- 15 Years Boys - Romeo P
- 15 Years Girls - Indy F
- 16 Years Boys - Kai Y
- 16 Years Girls - Juliet P
- 17 Years Boys - Banjo C
- 17 Years Girls - Eloise K
- 18 Year Boys - Spencer W
- 18 Years Girls - Tess K and Indigo S
For those students who qualify, the confirmed date for the Far North Coast carnival is:
- FNC Cross Country Carnival - Friday 23 May at Byron Bay High School
Thank you also to our wonderful CAPAL faculty, along with the Entertainment crew and our talented student musicians, for putting on some great music to entertain everyone after the Carnival.
Well done to all who took part last Friday, and thank you for making this event such a success!
Mrs Kelley Caoyonan - Sports Coordinator, PDHPE teacher and Year 12 Year Advisor
Our U15s Soccer teams triumph over Xavier Catholic College
U15s Girls Bill Turner Soccer Trophy - Round 1 update
Last Thursday, our Under 15s girls soccer team faced off against Xavier Catholic College in Round 1 of the Bill Turner Cup Trophy Competition. It was an exhilarating match from start to finish! The Xavier girls came out strong, scoring an impressive early goal in the first half.
Despite this setback, our team fought hard until the very end. Standout performances were seen from all players, particularly our Captain, Acacia P, and Mila K-S who both had fantastic games, creating numerous opportunities to level the score.
With just 4 minutes remaining in the game, our relentless pressure paid off when BBHS scored the equalizer, bringing new energy to our team. In extra time, we struck again, scoring the winning goal!
With this hard-fought victory over Xavier Catholic College, the girls now advance into the 2nd round of the tournament. A huge congratulations to all the girls involved for their dedication and teamwork.
Miss Kirra Dale - PDHPE teacher
U15s Boys Bill Turner Soccer Cup - Round 1 update
Our Under 15s Boys Soccer Football team have begun their 2025 knockout run with a hard fought win over Xavier Catholic College, 1-0 last week.
This was a game that could have gone either way, with both teams carving out a number of strong chances that were foiled by some excellent goalkeeping from both teams.
It was a beautiful cross from Trystam that found Ace’s head for the one and only goal of the game. Thanks to Xavier Catholic College for a really great game and for the outstanding sportsmanship from all of the players.
Overall it was a great start to the campaign for our boys from Byron Bay, and we look forward to our Round 2 game next term.
Mr Harry Humphreys - PDHPE and Japanese teacher, Year 11 Year Advisor
NSW Parliament Public Speaking Competition
Hannah C represents BBHS in Grafton
On Thursday 3 April, Year 10 student Hannah C participated in a public speaking competition hosted by the Parliament of NSW. Hannah prepared a 6 minute speech in response to Dylan Thomas' poem, 'Do not Go Gentle into that Good Night'.
Eighteen students presented impassioned speeches arguing for education equity, feminism, climate change and mental health, reflecting genuine understanding of socio and enviro-politics.
Hannah was inspired by the experience and enjoyed reconnecting with fellow debaters and public speakers from private and public schools across the region, from Dorrigo to the Tweed.
She received personal feedback from the parliamentary adjudicator, which will build upon her evolving skills. Hannah does our school proud every time she represents Byron Bay High School.
Ms Melinda Smotlak - English teacher
CAPAL news
Save the date - The BBHS Winter Arts Festival is coming!
To celebrate the creative and artistic talents of our students, Byron Bay High School is holding its annual Winter Arts Festical (a.k.a the WAF) Showcase evening on Thursday 26 June (Term 2 | Week 9).
Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy the explosion of talent this school has to offer! Featuring the Year 7 massed choir, bands, vocalists, short films, art and theatre.
Save the date!
ANZAC Day March
Byron Bay RSL sub-Branch ANZAC Day March and Commemoration Service - Friday 25 April
The Byron Bay RSL sub-Branch invites all BBHS students and staff to participate in this year’s ANZAC Day March and Commemoration Service on Friday 25 April, from 10:30 am to approximately 11:40 am.
BBHS teachers Mrs Sergi and Mrs Farrar will meet all students who will be participating in the March at Apex Park at 10:10am. Students and staff will march together and arrive at the Byron Bay War Memorial, near the Recreation grounds, where the Commemoration Service will begin.
After the Service, veterans of the Byron Bay RSL Sub-Branch invite all participants to join them at the Byron Bay Services Club for a soft drink.
We look forward to seeing our school community participate in this important event on our nation's calendar. Please join us as we show our respect for the service men and women who have served our country in all conflicts, wars and peacekeeping operations.
- Wear - full Byron Bay High School uniform
- Meeting place - Apex Park (across the road from the Beach Hotel), from 10:10 am, with the March stepping off at 10:30 am sharp.
- Collection point - Students will need to be collected from the Memorial Gates at the completion of the Service (Cnr Marvell and Tennyson Streets)
Please be aware there will be road closures in Byron Bay on the day - Tennyson Street and Marvell Street intersection between 4.30 am and 5.30 am (for the Dawn Service). Then again at approximately 10:45 am, when the parade reaches the gates for the main service.
Madelyn Sergi and Sammi Farrar - Student Representative Council Coordinators
Year 12 fundraising raffle
Support our Year 12 students and win BIG!
With prizes donated from very generous local businesses from across the Northern Rivers, this raffle is NOT to be missed! All funds raised will go towards the Year 12 formal at the end of 2025, with the aim of creating an unforgettable experience for these young adults before they move off into the world.
From a custom surfboard, a night at Crystalbrook, and a spa day, each of the 12 prize packs are full of value and new experiences, so get your tickets now!
Tickets are for sale in NSW and QLD and can be purchased here:
- Tickets are priced at $5 each, or
- 3 tickets for $12,
- 5 tickets for $20,
- 10 tickets for $35,
- 20 tickets for $65,
- 50 tickets for $125
The raffle will be drawn on 4 July 2025.
We thank you for supporting Year 12 2025!
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