• Plus Pathway in Yr 8 and 9 where students complete 3 years of Science, Maths and Technology in 2 years leading to acceleration through Yr 10, 11 and 12 including University study while at school

• 8 KLAs utilized as organisers of the Middle Phase Curriculum plus Manual Arts and Home Economics

• Technology across the Curriculum from Yr 8 to Yr 12

• Sports Specialisation in the areas of Rugby League for boys and Touch Football for Girls. Sports Specialisation is a subject offered in the Senior Phase with Middle Phase accessing it through Health and Physical Education.

• A Vocational Pathway for the Senior Phase involving Work Experience, School Based Traineeships and Apprenticeships with emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy is promoted. 10 Authority Registered Subjects are offered in Creative Arts, Early Childhood, Hospitality and Tourism, Information & Communication Technologies, Furnishing and Recreation. A majority of subjects have modules embedded which lead to a Certificate Qualification either at school or later with a RTO

• A strong academic tradition exists for the 30% of students who go on to Tertiary Education. 22 Authority Subjects are offered in the areas of English, Humanities, Technology and Business, Mathematics, Science, The Arts, Physical Education, Graphics and Home Economics.

2007 Academic Competitions – International English competition for schools, National Geographic Australian Geography Competition, Australian Mathematics Competition, Australasian Computing Competition, Australian Financial Literacy Assessment, Rio Tinto Big Science Competition, Royal Australian Chemical Institute National Chemistry Quiz, CSIRO Crest Awards.

2007 Cultural Competitions – Tropicarnival, Gold Coast Drama Festival, Spotlight on Dance Education,

Sporting Competitions – Rugby League 13 Years Broncos Steve Renouf Shield , 14 Years Broncos Michael Hancock Cup, 15 Years Broncos Powerade Kevin Walters Cup, Open A Broncos Powerade Allen Langer Trophy, Arrive Alive Cup, Open B Struddys Sports Level 2 Competition, Open C Gold Coast Titans Cup.
Netball – Vicki Wilson Cup, Touch SQBD Mixed Champions.

Keebra Park State High School community is proud of the safe and caring environment it provides. It is a small school nestled in Australian bushland near to Southport CBD. ‘Keebra’ is an indigenous word which means ‘a place of happy people’. Staff are very committed to providing a range of curricular and additional activities to encourage our students to experience success and enjoyment from participation. The school is committed to improving learning outcomes for all students and providing opportunities which will prepare its young people for life after school. We are proud of and value the partnerships we have with parents, students and the wider community and believe ‘Yes, you can at Keebra’

Year Coordinators and Home Group Teachers have daily contact with students to provide care and support. Student Support Services are offered by Guidance Officer, , Youth Support Coordinator, Youth Pathways Officer, Community Liaison Officer, International Coordinator, Homestay Coordinator and School Nurse. The ‘Reach’ program and the National Safe Schools Framework form the basis of the care program.

Parents are encouraged at all times to have personal contact with school staff and the Administration. Regular Newsletters, personal communications, Parent Interviews and Parent Information are scheduled to encourage parents to be involved in their child’s education. The school has a strong belief in creating a welcoming environment for Parents as part of our supportive school environment.

91% of parents believe their students get a good education at Keebra Park SHS and 94% think it is a good school.

94% of parents believe the school provides good learning opportunities for its students and 100% believe their child is happy to go to this school. 81% of students believe they are getting a good education and 84% are satisfied with what they are learning.

76% of teachers are happy working in this school and 74% think this school is a good place to work.

$18 927 was expended on teacher participation in Professional Development. 90% of teaching staff were involved in Professional Development. Average staff attendance for 2007 was 96% and 90% of staff were retained from the previous year.