50 Public School Principals in South East Queensland

50 Public School Principals in South East Queensland

A recognition directory of current principals and executive principals in government and public schools across South East Queensland.

[Joanne McCormack](https://ipsweastss.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of Ipswich East State School in Ipswich. The school's welcome page describes a child-centred environment. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Joanne's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Dan Nielsen](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0059) is the principal of Ipswich Central State School in Ipswich. The Department directory lists an Early Childhood to Year 6 school in Ipswich. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Dan's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Micheal Grogan](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0207) is the principal of Brisbane Central State School in Brisbane. The Department directory lists a primary school in Brisbane with a multicultural community context. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Micheal's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Perry Jones](https://tivoliss.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of Tivoli State School in Tivoli. The school describes a connected curriculum and a strong focus on student wellbeing. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Perry's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Craig Pearen](https://redbankss.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of Redbank State School in Redbank. The school describes a long local history and strong community partnerships. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Craig's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Chris Muir](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0267) is the principal of Mount Crosby State School in Mount Crosby. The Department directory lists a primary school serving the Karana Downs and Ipswich area. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Chris's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Nicola Worthington](https://blibliss.eq.edu.au/OurSchool) is the principal of Bli Bli State School in Bli Bli. The school traces its history to 1901 and describes evidence-informed literacy and numeracy work. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Nicola's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Melissa Boyle](https://rochedaless.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of Rochedale State School in Rochedale. The school describes being the first Queensland primary state school to implement the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Melissa's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Tony Maksoud](https://westendss.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of West End State School in West End. The school describes partnerships with the Brisbane CBD, universities and nearby cultural precincts. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Tony's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Ari Cansdell](https://grovelyss.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of Grovely State School in Grovely. The school says it was the first Queensland primary school to introduce a Montessori programme in 2009. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Ari's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Tracey Douglas](https://geebungss.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of Geebung State School in Geebung. The school describes a Prep to Year 6 setting about 11 kilometres from Brisbane's CBD. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Tracey's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Danielle Priday](https://patricksroadss.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of Patricks Road State School in Ferny Hills. The school describes courageous, creative and active learners and a strong P&C. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Danielle's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Melanie Rehm](https://craigsleass.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of Craigslea State School in Kedron. The school describes a safe and supportive setting shaped by diversity and inclusion. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Melanie's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Lauren Sturges](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0877) is the principal of East Brisbane State School in East Brisbane. The Department directory lists a primary school beside the Gabba precinct with 238 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Lauren's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Samantha McGhie](https://caboolturess.eq.edu.au/our-school/principals-welcome) is the principal of Caboolture State School in Caboolture. The school describes equity, excellence, Positive Behaviour for Learning and a safe, kind culture. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Samantha's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Shane Hoy](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1903) is the principal of Caboolture East State School in Caboolture. The Department directory lists a primary school serving the Caboolture area. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Shane's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Mark Wrigley](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0265) is the principal of Minimbah State School in Caboolture. The school profile describes a school established in 1997 with robotics, rugby and arts opportunities. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Mark's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[William Johnston](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1560) is the principal of Scarborough State School in Scarborough. The school profile describes a school established in 1925 with more than 650 students and positive behaviour learning. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, William's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Corrie Connors](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/9324) is the principal of Pumicestone State School in Caboolture. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School with Prep to Year 6 and 833 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Corrie's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Louise Sanderson](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1352) is the principal of Conondale State School in Conondale. The Department directory lists a small 46-student school in the Caloundra hinterland. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Louise's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Eliza Borsht](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0943) is the principal of New Farm State School in New Farm. The Department directory lists an inner-city primary school with 536 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Eliza's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Jodie Watts](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0593) is the principal of Eatons Hill State School in Eatons Hill. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School with 938 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Jodie's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Adam Montgomery](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0337) is the principal of Glenview State School in Glenview. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School with 254 students in the Sunshine Coast area. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Adam's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Scott Curtis](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0226) is the principal of Belmont State School in Belmont. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School with 862 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Scott's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Nicole King](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0831) is the principal of Pallara State School in Pallara. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School with 1,355 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Nicole's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Russel Sweeper](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0316) is the principal of Blenheim State School in Blenheim. The Department directory lists a small 47-student school in the wider Ipswich and Lockyer Valley area. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Russel's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Tina Jackson](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1148) is the principal of Leichhardt State School in Leichhardt. The Department directory lists a primary school with 265 students in the Ipswich area. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Tina's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Anastasia Hunter](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0608) is the principal of Mackenzie State Primary School in Mackenzie. The Department directory lists a primary school with 168 students in Brisbane's south. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Anastasia's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Tamara Walsh](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0034) is the principal of Eight Mile Plains State School in Eight Mile Plains. The Department directory lists a primary school with 295 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Tamara's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Bruce Robertson](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0571) is the principal of Brassall State School in Brassall. The Department directory lists a primary school with 550 students in the Ipswich area. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Bruce's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Raylee Davies](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1674) is the principal of Grand Avenue State School in Forest Lake. The Department directory lists a primary school with 883 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Raylee's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Jackie Savill](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0153) is the principal of Sandgate State School in Sandgate. The Department directory lists a primary school with 359 students in the north of Brisbane. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Jackie's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Taylor Haley](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1295) is the principal of Surfers Paradise State School in Surfers Paradise. The Department directory lists a primary school with 559 students and a swimming pool in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Taylor's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Rob Templeton](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1568) is the principal of Burleigh Heads State School in Burleigh Heads. The Department directory lists a primary school with an Early Childhood Development Programme and 453 students. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Rob's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Stephen Josey](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1381) is the principal of Broadbeach State School in Broadbeach. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School with 1,196 students and a special education programme. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Stephen's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Tilleea Hoskins](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1931) is the principal of Springbrook State School in Springbrook. The Department directory lists a 26-student primary school in the Gold Coast hinterland. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Tilleea's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Shannon Lusk](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1586) is the principal of Merrimac State School in Merrimac. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School with 546 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Shannon's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Sam Birch](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/1425) is the principal of St Bernard State School in Tamborine Mountain. The Department directory lists a 124-student primary school in the Tamborine Mountain area. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Sam's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Wendy Graham](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0039) is the principal of Woongoolba State School in Woongoolba. The Department directory lists a primary school with 208 students in the South East region. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Wendy's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Robyn Adair](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0785) is the principal of Numinbah Valley State School in Numinbah Valley. The Department directory lists a 10-student primary school in the Gold Coast hinterland. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Robyn's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Fiona Keswell](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0159) is the principal of Mudgeeraba Creek State School in Mudgeeraba. The Department directory lists a primary school with 610 students and a special education programme. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Fiona's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Hine Luis](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0663) is the principal of Mudgeeraba State School in Mudgeeraba. The Department directory lists a primary school with 564 students and a swimming pool. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Hine's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Peter Tong](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0124) is the principal of Coomera State School in Coomera. The Department directory lists an Early Childhood to Year 6 setting with 356 school students and an early childhood programme. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Peter's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Diana Masci](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/5554) is the executive principal of Stretton State College in Stretton. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School serving Prep to Year 12 with 3,601 students. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Diana's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Dan Murtas](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/2340) is the executive principal of Upper Coomera State College in Upper Coomera. The Department directory lists a Prep to Year 12 state college in Upper Coomera. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Dan's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Alison Fahlbusch](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/2129) is the executive principal of Palm Beach-Currumbin State High School in Palm Beach. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School serving Years 7 to 12 with 2,771 students. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Alison's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Adam Knights](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0006) is the principal of Beenleigh State School in Beenleigh. The Department directory lists a primary school with 400 students in the Logan area. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Adam's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Heidi Mackenzie](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0081) is the principal of Pimpama State School in Pimpama. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School with 761 students in February 2026. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Heidi's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Sam Duffy](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/0070) is the principal of Loganholme State School in Loganholme. The Department directory lists a primary school with 464 students in the Logan area. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Sam's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

[Jason Hassard](https://schoolsdirectory.eq.edu.au/Details/6136) is the principal of Ormeau Woods State High School in Ormeau. The Department directory lists an Independent Public School serving Years 7 to 12 with 1,483 students. That profile gives a useful glimpse of the setting in which school leadership happens, where students, staff, families and the local community are connected every day. For anyone learning from public-school leadership, Jason's setting is a useful reminder to start with context. Notice what the school makes visible about learning, belonging and participation, then ask how those priorities become choices people can see and use. The practical lesson is simple: good leadership is easier to follow when the purpose is clear and the next action is visible.

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