Tag: St John Fisher College

Bracken Ridge Students Shine with Record-Breaking ATAR Results

St John Fisher College in Bracken Ridge is celebrating the exceptional achievements of its 2024 graduates. This year’s cohort delivered outstanding results, with 15 subject scores exceeding 98 per cent.

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Their hard work and dedication were recognised in Brisbane Catholic Education’s (BCE) inaugural Student Excellence Awards, which honour top-performing students across the region.

Bracken Ridge students
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A Culture of Excellence

Academic excellence is at the heart of St John Fisher College. This year’s results are a testament to the school’s unwavering commitment to student success. An impressive 10 per cent of graduates achieved an ATAR above 98. Meanwhile, 28 per cent secured an ATAR of 90 or higher.

The school credits these achievements to its personalised approach to learning. Students receive tailored guidance and support throughout their academic journeys. By fostering a culture that encourages high achievement, the College ensures every student is empowered to reach their full potential.

Tailored Pathways for Success

St John Fisher College offers diverse educational pathways to prepare students for the future. From Year 10, students explore various academic and vocational opportunities. This initiative lets them make informed choices about their senior studies and post-school plans.

The College actively encourages students to consider ATAR-focused academic programs and vocational education. This ensures their chosen pathways align with their strengths, interests, and long-term aspirations.

Beyond the Classroom: Real-World Learning

Learning at St John Fisher College extends well beyond textbooks and classrooms. Students gain hands-on experience through school-based traineeships, TAFE courses, and online education programs, which help them develop industry-relevant skills before graduation.

Brisbane Catholic Education’s Student Excellence Award
Photo Credit: St John Fisher College

The school also connects students with growth industries, government-funded courses, and scholarship opportunities. Programs such as Headstart and the Australian Qualifications Framework equip students with the skills needed for tertiary education and the workforce.

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St John Fisher College sets a standard for student achievement in Bracken Ridge. Its graduates excel academically and are prepared for success in the world.

Published 4-Mar-2025

Bracken Ridge Students Brew Up Success with Origin Tea

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Three 16-year-old students from St John Fisher College in Bracken Ridge have become the unexpected faces of Queensland’s Origin Tea company.

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Charlotte Crago, Grace Bell, and Simrat Gill impressed the company’s founders with their innovative marketing ideas, leading to their immediate hiring.

The opportunity arose through a competition organised by Queensland University of Technology’s (QUT) Business School, which challenged over 120 high school students to develop strategies for building a tea culture among Generation Z. The Bracken Ridge trio’s “spill the tea” campaign caught the eye of Origin Tea’s founders, brothers Chris and Lawrence Seaton.

Their creative concept revolves around fostering connections and sharing news over a cup of tea, embodied in the tagline “there’s a juicy conversation brewing in every cup of Origin Tea.” This fresh approach is now being rolled out across Origin Tea’s Instagram and TikTok channels, aiming to resonate with younger consumers.

For Chris Seaton, this collaboration represents a full-circle moment. He initially conceptualised the tea business during his own marketing studies at QUT. Twelve years later, Origin Tea has become one of Australia’s fastest-growing consumer tea brands, with a presence in over 1,000 cafés, international markets, and Woolworths supermarkets.

The experience has been equally rewarding for the students. Grace Bell expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “The opportunity to work with Origin Tea was an enriching experience because I got to work with a real-world business and gain valuable insight into the field.”

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Looking ahead, both Grace and Simrat are considering studying business and law at QUT after completing high school. Charlotte is also interested in pursuing a business degree, potentially majoring in entrepreneurship, international business, or marketing.

Published 18-September-2024