Pinjarra Senior High School (SHS) has a long and successful history in our community. An enormous number of young people have been educated at the school since its opening in 1921. Our mission is to ensure the academic progress and personal growth of every student at our school. Conveniently located just inland of the coastal City of Mandurah, the school draws local students and attracts many from the outlying towns and farming areas. The school is described as offering the benefits of a larger city school whilst retaining a country school 'feel'. One of the school's features is the excellent support it receives from local people, businesses and our parent community. An active School Council and our Parents and Citizens' Association provide guidance and practical support for many programs. The Pinjarra SHS staff members have a clear focus on providing pastoral care for our students. Housed in a heritage cottage on the school grounds, the Student Services Team runs specific programs and ensures our students pastoral and learning needs are attended to as well as possible. The school is well resourced and a recent extensive building and renovation program has provided a Senior Learning Centre, the refurbishment of the Science Department, new amenities and upgraded middle school classrooms. Planning is underway for a Trade Training Centre, to be completed during 2011. The school is networked and provides the access and equipment to enable all students to learn using information and communications technology. The school provides a mix of traditional and innovative programs. It offers courses leading to tertiary studies, TAFE, traineeships and apprenticeships, and the workplace. Pinjarra's special programs include a Year 11 and 12 Automotive Program, a Year 11 and 12 Senior Schooling Engagement Program and a range of TAFE Certificates. A growing number of our senior students are choosing to undertake studies that combine school, TAFE and employment. The school runs an outstanding Music Program. Our music students and..