DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – ACADEMIC

DILIGENCE ASSEMBLY

This week we held our Diligence Assembly based on the Term 1 Interim Reports. The Diligence Assembly acknowledged students that have demonstrated a strong work ethic and a persistent attitude towards their learning as shown on their Term One progress report.

During my speech, I discussed the concept of being a diligent learner and being intentional about it. An intentional learner is not just diligent; they are deliberate and focused. In fact, in 2020, Forbes noted that to have intentional learning you need a growth mindset and the ability to embrace curiosity. A growth mindset allows us to see that our talents and abilities are not finite. Each day we have between 50,000 and 600,000 thoughts running through our heads; our minds are never set and growth is possible. This mindset allows each of us to explore new opportunities and know that we can continue to learn. The second component is embracing curiosity and asking questions such as, “what if”, to unlock the door to imagination.

The Virtual Diligence Assembly will be available for viewing via the Staying Connected. We congratulate all our students who received Diligence Awards. A full list is included in this newsletter.

NAPLAN  2021

Year 7 and 9 students will participate in NAPLAN testing from 11 to 13 May 2021. The organisational details have been emailed to parents and students of all Year 7 and 9 students. We wish our Year 7 and 9 students the best of luck as they attempt these tests and encourage them to try their best.

All participating Year 7 and 9 students will require the following materials to complete the NAPLAN tests:

  • 2B or HB pencils
  • Blue or black pens (for Writing test only)
  • Eraser
  • Sharpener
  • College approved calculator

Catch-up tests

  • Friday 14 May is a designated catch-up day for students who have missed one or more tests
  • Students who are absent for the three test days should not be expected to complete all tests on this day – they should be marked absent for the tests they are unable to complete.

Please note that no further testing can occur after Friday 14 May.

 

2022 SUBJECT SELECTION EVENINGS

Parents of students in Years 7, 9 and 10 were emailed information this week regarding the upcoming 2022 Subject Information Evening. This evening allows parents and students to find out information about choosing subjects for 2022. 

The Subject Information Evening will be held on Wednesday, 9 June 2021 in the Auditorium.  The night will be broken into the following sessions:

  • Year 8, 2022 – 5.30pm
  • Year 10, 2022 – 6.00pm
  • Year 11, 2022 – 6.45pm

This event is compulsory for students in these year levels and students must attend in their College academic uniform. Following the evening, Heads of Faculty and teachers will be available to discuss specific subject choices.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions parents/guardians will be required to use the COVID tracking up to sign in at the event. Entry will be via the Strand Convent Gate with exit only via the Fryer Street Gates.

Year 7, 9 and 10 students will hear further information about possible subject choices through their subject assemblies. These subject assemblies are occurring at the following times:

The Year 7 Subject Assembly will be held on:

  • Wednesday 19 May 2021 (Periods 1 and 2)

The Year 9 and 10 Subject Assemblies will be held on:

  • Wednesday 19 May 2021 (Periods 1 and 2)
  • Wednesday 2 June 2021 (Periods 1 and 2)

 

YEAR 11 AND YEAR 12 ATAR PREPARATION AND SUPPORT PROGRAM

Year 11 and 12 students will be involved in further ATAR preparation and support programs as presented by Elevate Education. This will occur on Friday 21 May 2021:

  • Periods 1 and 2 – Year 12 – Finishing Line
  • Periods 3 and 4 – Year 11 – Memory Mnemonics
  • Periods 5 and 6 -Year 11 – Ace Your Exams

 

Amy Byrnes

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL – ACADEMICS