Post by Queensland Department of Education

870 students. 65 schools. One giant virtual classroom. Earlier this week, hundreds of our students from across the state logged in together for Queensland's Biggest Classroom, a virtual lesson marking Queensland Day this Saturday. Students in Years 5 and 6 tackled a question bigger than the Big Pineapple: what makes a Queenslander? 🤔🍍 From iconic landmarks and historical moments to local legends, favourite foods and industries, they shared what they reckon makes our state unique. Among them was Charlie from Abergowrie State School, who logged in from North Queensland to join hundreds of other students in one virtual classroom. 💻 The event was hosted by the Queensland Virtual Academy (QVA), and marked the academy's first birthday, capping a year in which it delivered more than 13,000 lessons to students right across the state. 'Hosting the Biggest Lesson is exciting for the QVA. Enabling students to access quality learning experiences, no matter where they are, is our core mission,' said QVA Principal Gavin. 'The spirit of Queensland Day is celebrating the state's culture, diversity and achievements and, by hosting this lesson, we highlight the importance of education and fostering a sense of unity and pride among students.' And the QVA itself? It's not a one-off event but an ongoing virtual academy. It beams specialist subjects and lessons into classrooms across the state in real time, with a dedicated teacher leading each one, while students stay enrolled at their local school. Now we want to hear from you 👀 what are your favourite Queensland icons, places or moments? We'll go first: established in 1850, the Warwick East State School holds a special place in our hearts as our oldest continuously operating state school. 🏫💙 Tell us yours in the comments. 👇