Gympie State High School, Public secondary school in Gympie Region, Australia
Gympie State High School is a public secondary school in Gympie Region with facilities spread across multiple blocks. The campus includes specialized areas for mathematics, science, rural industries, and digital media training.
The school opened in 1912 and ranks among Queensland's first state secondary schools. Its original building was destroyed by fire in 1955, marking a significant turning point for the institution.
The school motto 'Ecollegio Metallisque Aurum' references Gympie's mining past and translates to 'Gold from the school as well as the mines'. This phrase shows how the institution has kept its connection to the local industry that shaped the town.
The school offers specialized sports programs including Rugby League, Futsal, and Volleyball for interested students. The campus is well-organized with various training facilities distributed across multiple blocks.
The school buildings were added to the Queensland Heritage Register in 2018 for their architectural significance. This recognition reflects how central the institution has been to the region's development over the decades.
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