Miami State High School

01/09/2026

🥇 Miami Alumni | Ben Hance
Another incredible achievement for proud Miami State High School alumnus Ben Hance!

The two-time Paralympic champion has claimed gold in the 100m backstroke at the Para Pan Pacs in Walnut, California, continuing his impressive journey towards the LA 2028 Paralympic Games.

It is always special to follow the achievements of our former students, and we are incredibly proud to see Ben continuing to perform at the highest level on the international stage.

Congratulations, Ben! The Miami community is cheering you on all the way to LA! 💙💛

01/09/2026

🏋️ AFL HIGH PERFORMANCE DAY 🏋️

Our AFL Excellence students recently enjoyed an incredible High Performance Day at the Gold Coast Performance Centre.

Students participated in specialist seminars covering sports nutrition, stretching, flexibility and functional movement, gaining valuable knowledge from leading professionals in these areas.

They also completed a range of physical performance tests using VALD technology. Each student received an individual analysis of their results, providing valuable baseline data that can be tracked throughout their time in the AFL Excellence program.

The experience concluded with an athlete-focused lunch prepared by the Gold Coast Performance Centre.

A fantastic opportunity for our students to experience a professional high-performance environment and further develop their understanding of athletic performance.

Thank you to the Gold Coast Performance Centre for providing such a valuable experience for our students!

31/08/2026

🛶International Excursion at K'gari 🐋
As part of our International Student Program, our visiting students had the incredible opportunity to explore the beauty of K'gari last week. From whale watching and kayaking to banana boat rides and soaking up the pristine natural surroundings, it was a fun-filled adventure from start to finish. ☀️

A huge thank you to Glen, .1 for helping make this amazing experience possible!

30/08/2026

🛴🚲 IMPORTANT UPDATE: NEW E-BIKE & E-SCOOTER LAWS FROM TODAY

Families, please be aware that new Queensland laws for e-bikes, e-scooters and other Personal Mobility Devices (PMDs) take effect today, Monday 31 August 2026.

Under the new rules:

🔹 Riders of e-bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards and e-unicycles must be at least 16 years old AND hold a valid licence, with a Learner licence being the minimum requirement.

🔹 12–17 year olds may ride when supervised by a parent or caregiver.

🔹 16 and 17 year olds who do not hold a Learner licence must also be supervised while riding.

🔹 The supervising parent or caregiver must remain close enough to give the young rider instructions.

Exemptions also apply for eligible medical conditions and disabilities, as well as riding within certain designated recreational areas, including rail trails, mountain bike trails and private off-road cycling facilities.

📅 There is a three-month grace period until 30 November 2026 for those eligible for a medical exemption to obtain the required exemption form.

With many of our students using e-bikes and e-scooters to travel to and from school, we encourage all families to familiarise themselves with the new requirements.

Please take some time to discuss the changes with your young person and make sure they understand the rules before riding.

🛴🚲 Know the rules. Ride responsibly. Stay safe.

30/08/2026

⚽🏆 LEAGUE CHAMPIONS! 🏆⚽
A huge congratulations to Miami SHS Year 7 students Paige, Izzy and Rosie, who were part of the Burleigh Soccer Division 1 team crowned League Champions over the weekend! 💙💛
What a fantastic achievement and a brilliant way to finish the season. We love seeing our Miami students flourishing and achieving great things both at school and in their community sport.
Congratulations Paige, Izzy, Rosie and the entire Burleigh team! 👏⚽🏆

30/08/2026

📚✨ GOOD LUCK, YEAR 12! | MOCK EXAMS

It’s almost time to put all that hard work and preparation into action! 💪

Our Year 12 Mock Exams will run from Monday 31 August to Friday 11 September.

To our Class of 2026, these exams are an important opportunity to practise, prepare and build confidence ahead of your final external exams. Back yourselves, stay focused and give each exam your very best. 💙💛

A few important reminders:
📍 Check your exam date, time and room carefully
⏰ Arrive on time and prepared
👔 Full school uniform is required
🏫 All exams will be held in the Hall unless otherwise indicated
📖 Applied subject classes will continue during the exam period and students should attend unless they have an exam
🚫 General subject classes will not run during exam shutdown

After completing an exam, students should leave school unless attending an Applied subject class, studying in the Library or studying in an approved supervised area.

The latest timetable and any updates can be found on the Miami State High School website https://miamishs.eq.edu.au/curriculum/testing-and-assessment

🌟 Good luck, Year 12. Stay calm, trust your preparation and show them the Miami Magic! 🌴✨

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29/08/2026

🏉🔥 GIRLS RUGBY 7s | SUPER SERIES FINALS 🔥🏉

Speed, strength, skill and plenty of Miami determination on display! 💙🤍💛

Our Girls Rugby 7s teams wrapped up an incredible Super Series campaign with Finals Day, finishing the series with some fantastic results:

🥉 14 Girls | 3rd in the Series
💪 16 Girls | Equal 5th in the Series
🥉 18 Girls | 3rd in the Series

We are incredibly proud of the way our girls represented Miami throughout the series. Their commitment, teamwork and competitive spirit were on full display right through to the final whistle.

🎥 Check out the Finals Day highlights and see our Miami girls in action!

Congratulations to every player and a huge thank you to our coaches and staff who continue to support and develop our Rugby Excellence athletes.

Three teams. One Miami. Plenty to be proud of. 🏉🌊

28/08/2026

🏉🔥 GIRLS RUGBY 7s | SUPER SERIES FINALS 🔥🏉

Speed, strength, skill and plenty of Miami determination on display! 💙🤍💛
Our Girls Rugby 7s teams wrapped up an incredible Super Series campaign with Finals Day, finishing the series with some fantastic results:
🥉 14 Girls | 3rd in the Series
💪 16 Girls | Equal 5th in the Series
🥉 18 Girls | 3rd in the Series

We are incredibly proud of the way our girls represented Miami throughout the series. Their commitment, teamwork and competitive spirit were on full display right through to the final whistle.

🎥 Check out the Finals Day highlights and see our Miami girls in action!
Congratulations to every player and a huge thank you to our coaches and staff who continue to support and develop our Rugby Excellence athletes.

Three teams. One Miami. Plenty to be proud of. 🏉🌊

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28/08/2026

📚 LEADING, SHARING & GROWING OUR IMPACT 💙💛

We’re incredibly proud to see the work happening at Miami State High School being recognised and shared beyond our school gates!

Recently, Miami hosted the SER Professional Learning Network Instructional Reading Rounds as part of our work as a Reading Accelerator School.

It was an opportunity to showcase the incredible literacy work our team has built over the past three years, from professional learning and classroom strategies to data-informed practice and a shared commitment to improving reading outcomes for every student. 📖✨

This is our Miami ecosystem at its best. Teachers, support staff, leaders and our Literacy Coach working together, learning from one another and sharing their expertise to make a difference.

A huge thank you to our Literacy Coach Pippa Twigden, our staff who opened their classrooms and shared their practice, and everyone who helped make the day such a success. 👏

We’re proud that what is being developed here at Miami has the opportunity to positively impact students and educators across our region.

💙 That’s the power of sharing.
💛 That’s the power of collective expertise.
✨ That’s Miami Magic.

27/08/2026

💜 WEAR IT PURPLE DAY 💜

Courage is not just expressed in the big moments. It is found in the everyday choices to live proudly, stand alongside others and invite our community into understanding, acceptance and celebration.

Today, we wear purple to show our support for LGBTQIA+ young people and to remind every student that they deserve to feel safe, supported and a sense of belonging.

At Miami State High School, connection matters. By choosing kindness, respect and inclusion, we can all help create a school community where everyone feels valued for who they are. 💜

Be proud. Be kind. Be an ally.