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Dakabin State School was established in 1992 and is located on Sheaves Road, Kallangur on the north outskirts of the “old” Pine Shire. Parks, sports clubs, soccer fields, shopping centre, and Dakabin State High School are in close proximity to the school.
Around 550 students attend the school from Prep to Year Seven. Another 55 children have their special educational needs catered for in our Special Education Unit.
Dakabin State School continues to be the centre of great educational opportunities for
the children of the district. The school has modern facilities and is set in a spacious and attractive environment. We
continue to upgrade and enhance our facilities whenever possible.
The school prides itself on the motto “Together We Achieve” and we work hard to ensure that the community has the
opportunity to participate in and celebrate the learning journeys of the children.
At Dakabin, a wide range of curriculum and extra-curricular activities are offered. We encourage students to participate,
demonstrate sound work and behaviour ethics and to enjoy school life. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to become involved to individual comfort levels, whether it be as a classroom
volunteer or a P&C member.
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Community News
NAPLAN Testing
This week our students in Year 3, 5 and 7 have been sitting their NAPLAN tests for Reading, Language
Conventions (Grammar and Spelling), Writing and Numeracy. Over the three days our students gave their best
efforts which is very commendable. I would like to thank the teachers for their preparation of our students and the
lengths they have gone to in order to make our students feel comfortable and prepared for the testing. Many of our
teachers provided breakfast for our students before the tests (paid for by the teachers). I hope that parents take the
time to acknowledge the work these special people have done to support your children.
F1 Challenge
For three days last week, four students from 5/6HP went to Pine Rivers State High School to compete in the F1
Challenge and great fun was had by us all.
On the first day we went onto a computer program called Catia to design our individual racing car. From this we
had to select the best one for our group. The chosen design was forwarded on to another computer to be
carved out of balsa wood.
On the second day we watched the machine carve out one of the cars. This was really interesting. With our
own design in our hands we painted it, then it was back to Catia to place the wheels on.
On the final day we went to the smoke tunnel and the drag tunnel. The drag tunnel was a spot to see how much
the wind would push back the car. The less the wind pushed it, the faster the car would race. The smoke tunnel
was where we tested the cars to see if the air rushing past would run smoothly along it and not swirl up at the
back.
The final results saw Kurwongbah State School win the overall challenge BUT Dakabin State School won the
Manufacturing Award. We would all love to do it again.
Final words from the F1 Challenge fabulous four-
Liam: "It was quite amazing." Grace: "A bit hard but fun!" Taysia : "It was fun but Catia was hard." Callum : "Stunning
experience!"
Congratulations Jenna
One of our students, Jenna,
recently competed in a Level 3
Gymnastics competition on the
Sunshine Coast and achieved the
following placings:
Vault 2nd, Bars 3rd, Floor 4th, Beam
5th. 3rd Overall. Well done Jenna!
P&C News
2012 Woolworths Earn & Learn
We are excited to be taking part in the 2012 Woolworths Earn & Learn program. Last year, we were able to
purchase some great resources with the points we earned, thanks to you. From now until July 1st 2012, you
can collect stickers at Wooloworths that go towards Earn & Learn points. For every $10 you spend at Woolworths
(excluding the purchase of tobacco, liquor and gift cards), you will receive a sticker. These stickers can
then be given to your children to collect on a special sticker card. Once it is completed, they can simply bring it
back here to school or you can drop them into your local Woolworths collection box.
The more points we earn,
the more we can redeem from a choice of over 7,000 educational resources. We are grateful for your support
and look forward to a successful program. If you have any questions, please ask at School or visit the Woolworths
website
www.woolworths.com.au/earnandlearn.
Craft Group - Our craft group meet in J Block every Tuesday between 8:30am and
12:30pm. If you have some free time and would like to join us please come along next
term.
Our Spring Fete, on the 15th of September, will be the highlight of our anniversary celebrations and a fantastic
community event. We have a dedicated committee who have been working very hard to organise the fete.
Our Fete Convenor is Janelle Jenner; please feel free to contact her at anytime. Our Fete email address is fete@dakabinss.eq.edu.au. Thank you to all those who have already offered your help or services. We appreciate
any assistance, no matter how big or small! We will require many more helpers in the lead up to the Fete and of
course on the big day itself! Any time that you are able to spare will be greatly appreciated. Many hands make light
work (and a great Fete!).
The fete team have been busy seeking sponsorship and donations for the school fete this year. We have received donations from various
businesses and still seeking the support of our community. If you know of a business or a community group who would like to be involved
can you please contact: fete@dakabinss.eq.edu.au.
We would like to welcome and acknowledge the confirmed major sponsors to date:
~ LJ Hooker, Kallangur www.kallangur.ljhooker.com.au
~ Income Taxation Centre, North Lakes www.onlinetax.com.au
~ Holloway's Sporting Solutions www.sportingsolutions4.me
~ Pacific Smiles Dental, North Lakes www.pacificsmilesdental.com.au
We would also like to welcome and acknowledge the confirmed major supporters to date:
~ Avon www.avon.com.au
~ Cosmic Fantasia www.cosmicfantastia.net.au
~ Pure Envy www.spraytancentral.com
A huge thank you to all of the businesses who have supported us to date and for their generosity. All of our supporters will be recognised in
the upcoming fete newsletter to be circulated later this term. Please also keep an eye out for the major sponsors advertising. Could you please support those who support us!
