Scholarships
The Elizabeth Nixon Bursary
This bursary is awarded to a Year 12 student who enters a tertiary institution in the year after they finish Year 12. The bursary is worth $500.00 and is awarded on academic achievement, participation in school and community activities and leadership and initiative. The bursary is given in the year the student enters the tertiary institution.
Zillah Bunn Scholarship
Is an annual award and is awarded to a student who has overcome a number of difficulties to succeed in their schooling. This scholarship is announced at the Year 12 Graduation Breakfast each year and is sponsored by the Manly Hotel. The scholarship is to support the student in the pursuit of their chosen career.
P&C Encouragement Awards
This award is given by the P&C Association to support the above bursary and scholarship as deemed appropriate by the P&C.
Year 8 Scholarships
Wynnum State High School offers scholarships funded by our local businesses to deserving incoming Year 8 students in the areas of Academic work, Music and Sport (two scholarships specifically for Rugby League).
The scholarship covers:
- Text, Equipment and Resources Scheme fees
- Summer, winter and recreational sports fees
- Instrumental music fees for 2008 (even if the student received a Sport or Academic scholarship)
- Subject based excursions.
Rugby League Scholarships
There are a number of scholarships awarded each year for the School of Excellence in Rugby League.
Major Douglas Griffith MBE Bursary
This bursary was first awarded in 2006 and aims to assist a student of Wynnum High to further his or her career. The bursary is given to a student in Years 9 -12 who is able to exhibit high degrees of leadership skills in the school and general community, scholastic and sporting achievement. This Bursary is $1000.00 and is awarded in October of each year.
For more information on applying for any of these scholarships and bursaries, please contact the Principal.
