This term, the Senior Sub School has turned up the focus on assessment. Our students have shown remarkable dedication and resilience as they participated in a variety of tests, assignments and exams across their subjects.

These assessments are not only a measure of their academic progress but also an opportunity for them to demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have learned.

Teachers have been impressed with the level of preparation and effort students have put into their studies, reflecting their commitment to achieving excellence.

Students have now started their Semester 2 subjects. Unit 4 for Year 12 students commenced on Monday 3 June 2024, and Unit 3 for Year 11 students, on Tuesday 11 June 2024.

On Wednesday, June 18, Year 12 students, along with Year 11 students completing a Unit 3/4 sequence, undertook the General Achievement Test (GAT). For most students, this was their first experience in a VCAA exam, and while it proved to be challenging for some students, they persevered and gave it their best. The GAT results will be available when their VCE/VCE VM results are released at the end of the year. 

On Friday 4 June, Report Writing Day, Year 12 VCE students attended their first mid-year practice exam for English/EAL. This exam was supervised by external assessors and followed VCAA protocols. The rest of the mid-year exams will be held during the holidays from Tuesday 4 July to Tuesday 9 July 2024. Attendance at the mid-year exams is compulsory and students have been given plenty of notice so they can attend. The mid-year exams assist students to develop their confidence in answering exam questions, highlights their strengths and gaps in their understanding, provides familiarity with the exam structure and helps reduce anxiety. The mid-year exams are invaluable practice and preparation for the VCAA end-of-year exams.

The Year 11 Unit 1 end-of-semester reports will be available to parents on the parent portal from Thursday 27 June 2024, and Year 12 Unit 3 end-of-semester reports will be available in Week 3 of Term 3. Year Level Coordinators will be contacting families if they have any concerns regarding your child’s progress. It is also a good opportunity to speak to your child about their progress, goals and future pathway.

Next week, Year 11 students will be celebrating “100 Days of Success”, which will be held in the Performing Arts Centre on Wednesday 26 June 2024. Students will be treated to musical performances, a special guest performance and light refreshments. On Tuesday 30 July 2024, Year 11 students will be choosing their Year 12 subjects. We suggest that students select their subject carefully and are realistic about their choices. Please keep in mind that once students start in Year 12, it will difficult to change a subject or unit of study.

All Year 12 students will be invited to a Tertiary Information Session (TIS) on Wednesday 24 July (12A, 12B & 12C) and Thursday 25 July (12D, 12E & 12F), 3:15pm 4:30pm,  which covers VTAC (Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre) applications. The session will outline the process for tertiary application, and assistance provided by our Careers Team.  

The Year 11 VCE VM students are starting the Action Phase of their Chase program. The Action Phase enables students to implement their knowledge and skills in projects that will improve health in the school or within their community. These projects may include implementing healthy foods in the canteen, petitioning to local council members about improving bike paths or developing lunchtime running groups. The projects will be facilitated by the Year 11 PDS teachers and driven by the students.

The Year 12 students will be treated to a motivational lunch next term on Wednesday the 14 August 2024, where they will be given advice and encouragement to “believe in themselves and what they can achieve”, which coincidentally aligns well with next term’s CPR theme.

Finally, the Senior Sub School would like to wish our students and their families a restful and well-earned Term 2 holidays.

Student Leadership Conference

“On the 5 June, the senior leadership team attended the Student Leadership Conference held at Melbourne Girl’s College. This event provided us with a new understanding on how multifaceted leadership is, and the many approaches we can take to contribute to our school. The conference had guest speakers who shared their success stories to inspire a new outlook on our futures, and activities and games that required students to utilise and improve their leadership skills. Just before the conference ended, all the attending schools took their time to reflect and share how leadership is applied to their respective school environments, which our leadership team has taken on board. This event has most definitely inspired new ways to lead our school, and we hope to implement our ideas and strategies in the near future. Stay tuned for more from us!” – Kevin Nguyen (On Behalf of the Senior School Student Leadership Team)

 

Ms Marlene Cassar – Senior Sub School Leader