The Class of 2023 are coming to terms with the rigor of being in their final year of school and have settled in relatively well. All students should now have access to their course outlines and be aware of task and assignment due dates for each course. It is vital to be familiar with the current Senior School Assessment Policy, please take the time to read through policy thoroughly, particularly the need for Medical Certificates to be presented if assessments, tests, exams or deadlines are missed.

Our Year 12 students are provided with some essential skills necessary to support them in achieving the best results possible, by workshops and seminars run during the year, relating to relevant WACE information, skills for productive study and preparation of a study plan that fits each individual, along with strategies for time and stress management. Information pertaining to these sessions is distributed through Mentor, SMS and via Connect. All Year 12 students are expected to attend these workshops/incursions that occur on Friday period meeting periods on various Fridays. Also, a reminder if Year 12 students are not required for Friday period 1 then the expectation is for them to be here well in time for period 2 start time of 9.57 am.

Please be advised OLNA testing is happening in Term 1 and a number of our Year 12 students may be required to sit any of the three tests. It is important to remember students will need to pass the OLNA to achieve their WACE. We have in place a number of support programs, Friday period 1 sessions and specialist teachers to work with those students needing to pass the OLNA.

I would like to just remind everybody that this is one of the most demanding times of the student’s lives, so as well as working to the best of their ability, it is crucial to have a good life balance, including strategies to relieve the stress and pressure of senior schooling. It is advisable to consider, it is particularly important to be both mentally and physically healthy to best manage with the demands of Year 12. To source additional information regarding universities, TAFE and revision courses, please check Connect regularly. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further assistance.

Sharon Andrews
Program Coordinator