Top science, maths and technology academy students awarded

Almost 180 high-achieving students were recognised last night at the annual awards event at the Queensland Academy for Science, Mathematics and Technology (QASMT).

Minister for Education and Training Geoff Wilson said the Academy had made a significant contribution to a smarter Queensland.

“Throughout the year Academy students have excelled in a range of academic competitions,” Mr Wilson said.

“Highlights include the Year 10 students’ participation in the University of Queensland’s Australian Brain Bee Challenge, Australia’s only neuroscience competition for high school students.

“Students also successfully competed in the Junior Physics Olympiad in July and the Australian Mathematical Olympiad.

“The Academy put in an impressive effort at the Science and Engineering challenge, winning two sections and placing second overall in the regional competition.

“The five teams represented in the Regional Opti-MINDS Challenge placed first in their respective divisions.

“Quality teaching has also been recognised with Academy teacher Sue Monteath receiving a Peter Doherty Award for Excellence in Outstanding Teaching.

“The study of maths, science and technology opens many doors for a diverse range of exciting, stimulating and challenging careers.”

Mr Wilson said as well as academic achievements, the students were recognised for their sporting and cultural endeavours.

QASMT was one of three specialised selective entry state high schools established in 2007 and 2008 for students in Years 10 to 12.

The others are the Queensland Academy for Creative Industries (QACI) and the Queensland Academy of Health Sciences (QAHS).

QASMT has a partnership with the University of Queensland and other universities to give students an enriched educational experience and prepare them for university.

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