Tooloola State High School is located in a provincial city on Queensland's eastern coast. The city has a vibrant lifestyle that is drawn from a positive community outlook and a strong industrial and active business base. Approximately 900 students attend in Year 8 through to Year 12. Our students are supported by 65 professional staff and 35 paraprofessional workers. Our purpose is to develop young people who are recognised as being equipped to contribute positively to society, valuing respect, responsibility and achievement, and who participate in lifelong learning. Our vision is 'equity and excellence - shaping our future'. Students study from an extensive educational program that spans academic and vocational subjects with considerable access to work experiences while at school through off-site learning Centres of Excellence, school-based apprenticeships and traineeships and structured work placements. The school has an extensive welfare program that provides support and guidance for personal wellbeing, study and career options. Graduates from Tooloola State High School will graduate as great learners and great citizens with great futures.