Recently, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced that 32 high schools across Queensland will participate in the Hydrogen Gateway to Industry Schools program after it was expanded to include the emerging industry last year.
William Ross State High School has been selected as one of four, North Queensland Schools to join this program.
The industry-led program broadens science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) knowledge to diversify and assist in accelerating future skills and opportunities towards the hydrogen industry.
Students that participate in the Hydrogen Gateway Industry to Schools Partnership will be exposed to a range of learning experiences to assist them in their career choices and self-select pathways to employment.
From production, to engineering, to storage to distribution and exporting, the program offers various opportunities for schools to become involved.
This initiative offers teachers professional development to ensure they’re supported with industry knowledge to give context to STEAM teachings.
More than 2000 students will benefit over the next three years, thanks to more than $800,000 in funding from the Palaszczuk Government.