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🌟 Welcome to Term 1! To all staff, students and families across Queensland’s independent schools, we hope the break brought plenty of rest, fun and time to recharge. Here’s to a year of curiosity, connection and doing great things together. Have a fantastic start to 2026! ✨

We’re excited to welcome Priya Lakhani OBE to Australia — exclusively for ISQ — to headline our AI PowerED: Responsible AI in Schools Summit, 20 March 2026, BCEC. ▶️ Watch Priya’s recent TED Talk: bit.ly/45QpYO9 👉 Secure your seat now: ow.ly/4ITr50XXGkQ

🎄 Wishing you a safe and happy festive season. The ISQ office will close today and reopen on Monday 5 January. The QIS Block Grant Authority and the QIS Parents Network will reopen on Monday 12 January.

Thank you, independent school leaders, teachers, and staff, for your dedication this year! Enjoy a joyful summer break with loved ones! 🌞✨

RESEARCH FEATURE: Navigating Artificial Intelligence in Education Read the latest Briefings article here - isq.qld.edu.au/publications-r…

Happy World Teachers' Day! Celebrating our amazing teachers today on World Teachers' Day, Friday 31 October. #WTDQLD

World Teachers’ Day QLD essentials | The World Teachers’ Day website is packed with resources to help celebrate the special teachers in your life. Find cards, editable templates and more at: qld.gov.au/education/scho… #WTDQLD

Queensland leads the nation in independent school enrolment growth! In 2023-24, Queensland Independent Schools enrolled 154,266 students, grew by 4.8% in 2023-24 – the highest in Australia. Read the report 🔗 ow.ly/A2TN50XcbuR

World Teachers’ Day QLD | Let’s celebrate our teachers for making a difference every day. Show your appreciation on World Teachers’ Day, Friday 31 October. Find celebration resources at worldteachersday.com.au. #WTDQLD

Congratulations to Moreton Bay College student Jessica Hawkins, who has successfully been selected as a recipient of the 2026 Premier’s Anzac Prize. Find out more: ow.ly/fxmS50XaPVG

Welcome back to all staff, teachers, students, and families as we kick off Term 4! Let’s make it one to remember! ✨

As the September break begins, we extend our heartfelt wishes to all the incredible staff, dedicated teachers, supportive parents, and amazing students across Queensland's independent schools. We appreciate your hard work, resilience, and commitment throughout the term!

Today we're celebrating Indigenous Literacy Day (ILD) with the theme Strength in our Stories: For Now & Future Generations! Find out more - ilf.org.au/ild

We hope you had a fantastic break and are ready to dive into Term 2! To the amazing teachers, staff, parents, and students: Thank you for your dedication, support, and enthusiasm. Together, let's make this term a time of growth, learning, and unforgettable memories.

Rebecca McKinnon, ISQ's School Services Manager, was delighted to attend the launch of the Statement of Shared Commitment - Every Interaction Counts yesterday. This collaborative initiative underscores a unified effort to foster a child-safe culture.

Welcome to the 2025 School Year! 🎉 We hope you had a restful break and are ready to embrace a year filled with possibilities and incredible achievements. Let’s make 2025 a year of growth, learning, and success! 🌟📚 #EducationLeadership #SchoolChoiceCounts #ChoiceandDiversity

🎄✨ "It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at ISQ! Our tree is up and sparkling, bringing festive cheer to everyone. 🎅🎁

In the realm of education, the importance of creating environments that foster learning and growth cannot be overstated. CREATING VALUE: Maximising the Return on Investment in Educational Facilities by BGA General Manager, Gary Adsett. Read more bit.ly/briefings-vol-…

World Teachers’ Day QLD: Let’s celebrate our teachers for making a difference every day. Show your appreciation today on World Teachers’ Day! #WTDQLD

Meet Zoe Anlezark from Mastery Schools Australia - Springfield, one of Queensland’s teachers who is making a difference across the state. Read Zoe's story here: bit.ly/3YghDyQ #WTDQLD