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eSTEAM Academic Excellence Program

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How to Apply

Applications for Year 7 in 2025 and 2026 are now open.

Students are required to complete a written application. Click here to download this application.

Please return your application and latest two report cards to the Glenala SHS office or by email enrol@glenalashs.eq.edu.au.

Please be advised that we are a catchment managed school. Please check the catchment map to see if you are eligible to apply.

Successful applicants are required to book an enrolment interview in a timely manner.


Closing dates for applications

Friday 8 November 2024


Program Overview

The program promotes successful learning, confidence and creativity. It includes subjects that encourages innovation, design and real world problem solving through areas of Science, Robotics, Media, 3D Printing, Computer Coding and App Development. The program is delivered across subjects that draw from a combination of Maths, Science, Technology and Media Arts curriculum content. Students need to have an interest in collaboratively developing creative and resourceful solutions to problems and extended challenge tasks. 

When considering suitable students, factors that extend beyond academic ability are also considered. Students must demonstrate an excellent work ethic and show commitment towards achieving their full academic potential as well as aligning themselves with school values.

Program Aims

As well as extending students in the academic areas of Science, Technology, the Arts and Mathematics, the Program aims to develop students as life-long learners with 21st Century skills in: 


Fundamental to our eSTEAM Program is the explicit teaching of higher order thinking skills essential to attaining high achievement in academic studies. The program includes special projects and participation in extension activities.

The program promotes successful learning, confidence, and creativity, preparing students to be active and informed citizens.

Program Timelines

 



Post Program Options



Conditions of Entry​

Students are expected to actively and positively engage in all aspects of school life, both in and outside of the classroom. Students must meet and maintain set standards in Academic, Performance, Attendance, Behaviour and Effort to both obtain a position and remain in the Program.

Candidates for this program must demonstrate an excellent work ethic and show commitment to achieving their full academic potential. The program extends through years 7, 8 and 9. Students need to understand that they are making a three-year commitment to the program. 

Student Expectations

Expectations include:




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Last reviewed 25 September 2024
Last updated 25 September 2024