Over the Christmas break, three members of our staff graduated from QUT (Queensland University of Technology) on the same day, each achieving significant postgraduate qualifications Their dedication to learning, growth & professional excellence reflects the values of curiosity, creativity, and connection that we strive to instil in our students every day.
Helen Webb (English Teacher), graduated with a Master of Education (School Guidance and Counselling) – an underlying skillset that contributes to our culture of student wellbeing, learning & development across the school.
Simon Ring (English/Maths Teacher), graduated with a Master of Teaching (Secondary). Simon joined Urangan SHS in 2025 as an intern through the Department’s Turn to Teach Program - a pathway that supports professionals transitioning into education, bringing fresh perspectives & real-world experience into our classrooms.
Find out more about the Turn to Teach Program here https://teach.qld.gov.au/.../turn-to-teaching-internship...
Our Principal, Tony McCormack, graduated with a Doctor of Education, completing a major research thesis that contributes to the broader field of educational leadership & practice. Dr McCormack's thesis is publicly available for anyone interested in learning more: https://eprints.qut.edu.au/260754/
At Urangan SHS, lifelong learning is more than a slogan - it’s a shared commitment. When our staff continue to learn & grow, our students benefit from stronger teaching, deeper support & a culture that models curiosity, creativity & connectedness.
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