Sarina State High School is a co-educational school of 620 students in Yrs 8-12. Serving a rural community to the immediate south of Mackay, over 60% of students travel to school by bus from up to 100 km away. Inspirational teaching and quality learning are the cornerstones of the school. Our 45 teachers are student focussed and work hard to get the best from their students. The Guidance Officer, Community Education Counsellor, Chaplain and School Nurse also support our students. The school is large enough to offer a broad curriculum, yet small enough to have an environment where everyone can feel they are a part of the school community. About 20% of our graduating students continue their studies at a University, whilst the remainder look towards gaining apprenticeships, traineeships or employment. To reflect the employment destinations of students, the school offers an innovative academic curriculum as well as strong vocational education and training to the Certificate 3 level. Engineering and agriculture are growing curriculum areas. Strong and positive links have been developed within the local community through work placements, a school based apprenticeships or traineeships.