Dysart State High School was established in 1979 on Queensland's Central Highlands. A part of the rich coal mining region in the Bowen Basin, the school has developed very strong relationships with the local mining industry. Catering for students from Years 8 to 12, Dysart is proud of its reputation of delivering student outcomes, resulting in 100% of students achieving desired pathways at the completion of Year 12 since 2004. The school was recognised in the Showcase Awards in 2008, receiving the Excellence in Industry or Community Partnerships Award. A member of the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy, Dysart State High School hosts cluster events such as the MINE Camp designed to encourage students to take up university studies in mining related fields. This, coupled with a very strong focus on VET subjects, allows us to offer a broad range of learning experiences. Our mission, to promote academic achievement and active citizenship in a climate of tolerance and responsibility, together with our strong community relations and a focus on our school values of respect, honesty, cooperation, trust and responsibility, ensures that the individual needs of all students are catered for by the teachers.