St James College offers senior students passionate about engineering an incredible opportunity through the Formula High School program. Students design and build their own race-ready car from the ground up, putting their skills to the test. 

The program culminates in an exciting lap-by-lap showdown at Lakeside Park, where schools from across southeast Queensland race against the clock. Head of Faculty – VET & Trade Skills Mr Anthony Hill reflected on the 2024 race day event.

Lakeside Raceway roared to life as our talented St James Engineering students took part in the 2024 Formula High School Race Day.

Competing alongside 17 schools from across Southeast Queensland, our team showcased their engineering skills, determination, and teamwork in an event filled with high-speed action and innovative vehicle designs.

Months of hard work came to fruition as our students raced their vehicles around the challenging Lakeside track. The atmosphere was electric, with spectators cheering as the teams pushed their cars to the limit, navigating tight corners and straightaways with precision and control. Our team’s dedication was evident in every lap, and their vehicles performed brilliantly, holding their own against 26 other cars fierce competition.

The passion and creativity of the St James team stood out, and their efforts made the entire school community proud. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the parents who came out to support the St James Students. Your encouragement played a huge role in the success of the day. Your presence made the event even more special for the students, and we are grateful for your ongoing support.

Congratulations to the Jimmies Racing Team for their outstanding performance and thank you again to everyone who made the day a success. We look forward to seeing what our students will achieve next year!