Gifted and Talented Report
We celebrate the many accomplishments of our girls who shine through the development of their gifts for Life.
Accelerated Maths Class
Did you know MSCW has a Maths Acceleration program?
Students in Year 8 who demonstrated strong Mathematical ability through rigorous testing were invited to join the accelerated Maths class this year. Students following this accelerated pathway are undertaking the 5.3 Year 9 and 10 course simultaneously which will then allow these students to begin the Yr 11 Preliminary Advanced Maths course a year earlier. Through this program students are given the opportunity to indulge their passion for Mathematics. Students are also afforded greater flexibility in Year 12 to devote time to other HSC subjects. This pathway also assists students with developing their organisational and time management skills and building perseverance, collaboration and confidence.
The first cohort of Year 10 students who are undertaking the Prelim Advanced Maths course started this year- they are pioneers for MSCW. The early morning classes have not deterred them and they are powering through the content and loving the challenge.
From Alissa in Year 9:
“At the end of 2022, some students in Year 8 were nominated for acceleration through the HSC Mathematics Advanced course (students will be completing the HSC exam while still in Year 11). In Year 9, both Year 9 and Year 10 level work is compacted into one year (Year 9). Year 9 students are currently working on Measurement, Surface Area and Volume, and regularly complete HSC past questions to ensure we are on the right track. All the girls are enjoying the opportunity and the challenges that this class brings.”
Elite Athlete
We welcome Sienna Glavin of Year 7 to the College. Sienna is an elite swimmer and competes at a State level, training 2.5 hours a day!
MSCW girls can do anything!
Mrs Colreavy’s Conundrum
Can you solve this logic puzzle? The first student with the correct answer to email rachael.colreavy@syd.catholic.edu.au wins a prize!
Five friends (Allegra, Ben, Clara, Flora, and Zach) are each allergic to something different: pollen, shellfish, bee stings, cats, or nuts.
- Allegra has a food allergy
- Ben can play with his kitten for hours without issue (or medicine).
- Clara’s allergy is not related to animals.
- Flora has seasonal allergies
Taken from: https://www.rd.com/article/logic-puzzles/
Source: https://www.smartbrainpuzzles.com/puzzles/logic-puzzles/
