IT Department
QMEA News and Opportunities:
QMEA Congratulations!
“The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) and Women in Mining and Resources Queensland (WIMARQ) have announced finalists for the 2025 Resources Awards for Women and recognised the exceptional contribution of women to the success of Queensland’s resources sector.
The 18 finalists from Brisbane to Mt Isa showcase the impact and success of women in leadership, operational and technical roles in Queensland’s resources sector.”
We wish to congratulate QMEA Ambassador, and senior student, Amy Harlow on her nomination for Exceptional female QMEA student.
QMEA Opportunities
Female Tradie for a Day
The female tradie for a day is an opportunity for 5 year ten female students to attend a workshop at Pioneer State High School with the aim of informing students of the job pathways with regards to trades in the resources industry, industry expectations for successful applications as an apprentice and an introduction into a variety of trades by current industry reps.
Students can express their interest directly to Mrs Howarth in the library or they can email at kstan83@eq.edu.au.
Exceptional Indigenous QMEA Student
Nominations are now open for the Queensland Resources Council 2025 Indigenous Awards which includes an award to an Exceptional Indigenous QMEA Student. This award recognises the achievement of an Indigenous student from a QMEA school who has shown promise and a passion for a career in the resources sector. It also recognises their ability to network and mentor other Indigenous students.
QRC is seeking applications from students themselves, for nominations of an exceptional Indigenous QMEA student that has made a significant contribution to their class or school in years 10 - 12.
If you are, or know, a student who you think is a great candidate, please encourage them to see Mrs Howarth in the library for more information. Applications close 4th April 2025.
Stem and Tech Opportunities
Tech Clubs Term 1
Students are asked to nominate this week in the library if they are interested in being part of one of the school’s tech clubs. Clubs on offer this term are:
- Robotics: Whitsunday STEM competition – Robocup Junior challenge
- Drones: MicroDrone Challenge
- Minecraft: Girls in STEM
STEM Opportunity
The Global Engagement team within the Department of Education International offers transformative international experiences to help you and your students expand their horizons.
Queensland state school Year 10 students can now nominate for funded global STEM programs, including:
STEM Japan
- Engage in industry visits and hands-on activities that highlight Japan's advancements in STEM
- Delve into Japan's rich historical and cultural heritage
- Visit significant sites and landmarks
- Experience Japanese school life at local high schools
- Applications close: 5.00pm Friday 27 June 2025
- Online information sessions: Thursday 6 March 2025 and Monday 12 May 2025
Email Mrs Howarth for more information: kstan83@eq.edu.au
TECH TIPS:
Laptop Onboarding
Laptop onboarding is continuing in ICT Services, but did you know that you can set up the initial network access from home? On our school website you will find some video guides to get you started. https://mackayshs.eq.edu.au/curriculum/bring-your-own-device
Once you are online, students will find all the key links to digital learning resources on our student Portal: https://qedu.sharepoint.com/sites/2009/student
