Student Resource Scheme
Purpose
In accordance with the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006, the cost of providing instruction, administration and facilities for the education of students enrolled at State Schools who are Australian citizens or permanent residents, or children of Australian citizens or permanent residents, is met by the State. Parents are directly responsible for providing textbooks and other personal resources for their children while attending school. In recognition that these costs can be high, the school operates a Student Resource Scheme (the "scheme") that enables a parent to enter into an agreement with the school that, for a specified annual participation fee, provides for the temporary use by the student of prescribed textbooks and/or other resources, and/or the purchase of consumables and materials for the student.
What is a Student Resource Scheme (SRS)?
Wynnum State High School provides a Student Resource Scheme (SRS) to assist families with the cost of educational resources. The SRS provides a cost-effective alternative to parents purchasing textbooks, resource materials, practical equipment and/or consumables required for students while attending school. By participating in the scheme, families can significantly reduce the financial burden associated with purchasing these resources individually. The scheme is fully endorsed by the Wynnum State High School Parents and Citizens Association.
The SRS allows parents to enter into a written agreement with the school whereby, in return for payment of an annual participation fee, the participating student receives temporary use of prescribed textbooks and other learning resources. The scheme is not intended to raise funds for other purposes. Participation fees are applied directly to providing the resources included in the scheme. The SRS provides the full package of resources for the set participation fee and is not available on a partial basis.
Participation in the SRS is voluntary. Parents who choose not to participate are responsible for supplying their student with the required textbooks and resources that would otherwise be provided through the scheme, as outlined in the Year Level Requirements List. Please refer to the itemised list for each year level below.
If you do not wish to participate in the SRS, please indicate this on the Participation Agreement Form and return the form to the school via email at accounts@wynnumshs.eq.edu.au or by dropping it off at the school library.
Benefits of the scheme
The purpose of the scheme is to provide parents with a cost-effective alternative to purchasing textbooks and other resources individually. Through the school's bulk purchasing arrangements, resources can be provided at reduced prices, helping families save both time and money when sourcing required materials. The scheme also ensures that students have consistent access to the resources they need to support their learning. The scheme is not used to raise funds for other purposes, and all revenue collected is applied solely to the operation of the scheme.
Students who participate in the scheme will receive many of the resources required for their studies, including:
- textbooks required for each subject
- technology support and licences
- prescribed resources for subjects studied
- class sets of texts for some subjects
- reproduced class workbooks, worksheets and teacher-prepared materials that complement and/or replace textbooks.
Activities not covered by the scheme
The Student Resource Scheme does not cover students' personal requisites such as stationery and writing materials. These items are listed on the stationery requirements list for each year level and must be purchased by the student.
The following items and activities are also not included in the Student Resource Scheme:
- Excursions or Incursions
- School Formals or Graduations
- Stationery Supply Items (booklist)
- Instrument Hire or Music Contributions
- School Camps
- Sporting activities
- Work Experience Placements (Years 10–12)
- TAFE Courses (Years 10–12)
- Courses or certificates offered by external providers (Years 10–12)
- Student Internet Access
- Resources funded by the state through appropriation funding to support the teaching of the Australian curriculum
Opting out
A parent who does not wish to join the scheme is responsible for providing the student with the items which would otherwise have been provided under the scheme to enable the student to engage with the curriculum.
Distribution of the Student Resources
During the first two weeks of Term 1, participating students will be distributed their relevant textbooks, novels, a USB loaded with software for their BYOD. Other consumable items and practical equipment will be made available during classes.
Payment of fees
If your child participates in any additional activities or courses offered (for example but not limited to: Instrumental Music Program, or Dance Program) a fee over and above the SRS amount will be payable.
The current Government Textbook and Resource Allowance from Education Queensland (as of January 2025) is $160 for Years 7 – 10. This amount has already been deducted when determining the school fees.
Payment options are: BPoint (our preferred method – also available on QParents), Payment Plan, EFT (bank transfer), EFTPOS (over the counter only) Visa/Mastercard (no over the phone payments will be accepted) or Centerpay.
Unpaid Fees
The school operates the Student Resource Scheme to benefit all eligible students. However, it is not viable for the school to continue providing this service if participation fees remain unpaid. Parents who have agreed to participate in the SRS have entered into a formal agreement and are therefore obligated to pay the associated fees in exchange for the use of school-provided resources.
Students with outstanding school fees may not be invited to participate in non-compulsory or non-curriculum activities, such as the Senior Formal, Dinner Dance, purchase of the Senior Jersey, or other optional events. As outlined in Clause 31 of the Student Resource Scheme Participation Agreement, “Where participation fees are overdue, the Principal has the discretion to exclude a student from an optional school activity."
If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact the Finance Office on 3906 7312 or via email accounts@wynnumshs.eq.edu.au to discuss your individual circumstances and possible payment arrangements.