Dear Ripley Valley Community,

Welcome to Term 4! As we begin the final term of the year, I want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible achievements of our staff and students and share some exciting milestones that continue to shape our college’s journey.

Staff Excellence and Recognition

We are proud to announce that three of our exceptional educators—Ben Clarke, Leesa Drew, and Aly Brown—have been recognised as Highly Accomplished Teachers in 2025. This brings our total to five Highly Accomplished staff members, joining Lauren Marks and Kiera O'Neill, who received the honour in 2024. These recognitions reflect the deep commitment and professionalism of our teaching team.

Additionally, Callum Simmons and Srikanth Sogathur have recently been awarded State Teach X Awards for their outstanding contributions to student outcomes and development. Their innovative teaching practices and dedication to student success are helping set new benchmarks in education across Queensland.

Student Achievements in Health and Vocational Pathways

We’re thrilled to share that Justice has been awarded the State Winner of the Health Gateways Award, recognising excellence in health education and leadership. Edwin has also made us proud as one of three State Finalists for Health Gateways Training—an outstanding achievement that highlights the strength of our vocational education programs.

This Friday, we wish Maddison and Cody all the best as finalists in the Apprenticeships Queensland School-Based Apprenticeship Awards for 2025. Their dedication and success in their chosen trades are a testament to the opportunities available through our college’s vocational pathways.

University Headstart Program – A Record Year

This year, we celebrated our largest cohort of Year 10–12 students graduating from the Trimester 1 Headstart Program, in partnership with our local universities. Over 30 students successfully completed university-level courses, with a high percentage achieving High Distinctions. This is a remarkable accomplishment and reflects the academic strength and ambition of our senior students.

Ripley Valley State Secondary College is now proud to be the largest university preparation program for senior students in the Greater Ipswich area. We are excited to continue expanding and strengthening our university partnerships in 2026, providing even more opportunities for our students to thrive in tertiary education.

Looking Ahead

Term 4 is a time of reflection, celebration, and preparation. To our Year 12 students—your final term is here, and we are incredibly proud of your journey. Stay focused, support one another, and finish strong.

Thank you to our staff, students, and families for your continued support and partnership. Let’s make Term 4 a memorable and successful conclusion to 2025.

Yours Sincerely,  
Brendan Krueger
Foundation Principal
Ripley Valley State Secondary College

Brendan Krueger

Foundation Principal