Another year of wonder and adventure at Oakey High is coming to an end. It has been one of the calmest since I arrived in 2016. Suspensions and exclusions are way down on previous years which is exactly what we want. Our school opinion survey was the best in the last 9 years and 16 of 38 staff questions were given a 100% agreement which is also a record.
I was thrilled that the parent and carer survey was only below other State High schools in 3 of 27 questions. Only 6 of the questions to carers and families were not an improvement from last year. While there is still work to be done this is a great starting place.
You will have noticed we have started paying tribute to our successful graduates and it is amazing to see who has walked out on to Campbell Street and into an amazing career. Stay tuned for more as the weeks go by.
The year 12s had their final week with us and have now flown the nest. I wish them well in their future endeavours and ask them not to be strangers if requiring advice or assistance. We are still here to help whether it be seeking support with finding a job, doing up a resume or some friendly advice. Follow up calls will be made early next year to see how each of them are tracking post school.
Last week our 10s and 11s finished up for the year, with the 7-9 cohorts here for a while longer.
We look forward to welcoming our incoming Year 7’s and hope they are eager to start their High Schooling adventure.
I would like to wish our school community and families a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Enjoy the break when it rolls around.
Take care,
Danny Keenan.