Queensland schools’ graduation class of 2021 has been given a special send-off by the Government after completing their studies in extremely challenging times.
Premier, Annastacia Palaszczuk and Minister for Education, Grace Grace wished the 53,000 young Queenslanders well in their future endeavours.
“Our Year 12s are inspirational young people that have completed their final two years of schooling under the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic,” Ms Palaszczuk said.
“The Class of ’21 has had to learn to adapt and, most impressive of all, simply get on with it, no matter what was thrown at it,” she said.
Ms Palaszczuk said the graduates had not got nearly enough credit for their resilience “so I am saying it now: Congratulations. You made it. Queensland’s future is in good hands”.
Ms Grace thanked teachers and staff for their hard work.
“The teaching workforce and entire school community have done a wonderful job supporting this cohort throughout their education journey, especially during the impacts of the pandemic,” she said.
“I want to remind students they have access to the myQCE student portal, developed by the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority, to help them explore further study, training and career options.”
Ms Grace urged those heading to Schoolies to have fun “but not too much — and please, get vaccinated”.
