Deebing
Heights State School offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities which
allow students
opportunities to explore their interests beyond the classroom.
Student leadership
At Deebing Heights State School, we provide
many opportunities for our students to hold positions of leadership. Student
leadership positions are held in high esteem by the Principal, staff, fellow
students, parents, carers and the general community.
The positions available for students
include School Captains, House Captains and Student Councillors for Years 4
& 5. The processes involved with the selection of each, vary with the
position.
Student council
The student council at, Deebing Heights State School, is an
organisation directed by the four school captains, with an elected student from
each class in grades 4, 5, and 6 and supervised by a Senior School Teacher. The
purpose of the student council is to give students an opportunity to develop
leadership by organizing and carrying out school activities and service
projects. In addition to planning events that contribute to school spirit and
community welfare, the student council is the voice of the student
body. They help share student ideas, interests and concerns with the school
wide community. Ideas are presented, voted upon and confirmed by the
supervising teacher.
Lunchtime clubs
Deebing
Heights State School provides a diverse range of Lunchtime Clubs which engage
students and provide opportunities for them to discover new interests. Clubs
are run by students and staff during play times. Lunchtime clubs can include:
- Junior
& Senior Choir
- Little
Ones Lunch Club
- Basketball
Club
- Computer
Lab
- Art
Club
- Soccer
Club
- Touch
Football Club
- Table
Tennis Club
- Supported
Play
- Extension
Club
- Coding
Club
Clubs
are continually being reviewed and added to. For the most up to date
information, please see the Administration team or your classroom teacher.
Class performances
At Deebing Heights
State School we celebrate student achievement at many times throughout the
year. Students are encouraged to showcase their learning during various
performances (dance, drama, music) and Celebration of Learning afternoons.
Parents, carers and family members are welcome to attend these celebrations.
Deebing’s Got Talent
Deebing Heights State School hosts the annual
‘Deebing’s Got Talent’. The event provides a great opportunity for students to
exhibit their talent, creativity, presentation skills and team work in the case
of group performances. Students audition in different heats with the winners
from each heat announced to take their place in the final. This lively competition brings
together a great showcase of performers.
Musical
The Deebing Heights State School Musical
provides great opportunities for students to exhibit their talent and
creativity through the means of singing, dancing and acting. Students learn and
practice many skills such as confidence, resilience, public speaking,
communication and team work all while making new friendships.
For
all up to date information, please check out our newsletter, website calendar
and Facebook page.