Redbank Plains State High School
# Redbank Plains State High School

Redbank Plains State High School is a Secondary school located in Redbank Plains, Queensland, Australia.

## History

Redbank Plains State High began operations in January 1987 with a staff of 20 teachers under the leadership of Principal Bernadette O’Rourke. Twelve classes of Year 8 students (380) began the year.

In 2008, the school won The Queensland University of Technology Showcase Award for Excellence in Leadership for its work in supporting pregnant and parenting students.

On 10 July 2012, the school was the venue for a community cabinet meeting which was attended by the Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, Cabinet ministers and roughly 400 community members.

On 15 November 2021, the school was the venue for a COVID-19 vaccine rollout press conference Premier, Annastacia Palaszczuk and cabinet minister.

## Extra-curricular activities

Redbank Plains State High School offers a range of activities (Sporting, Cultural, Arts, and Other) that provide opportunities for students to participate, learn, develop and excel. Signature Sports Program Soccer, Rugby League, Basketball and Volleyball Instrumental Music Program Dance Troupe Drama Troupe Choir

