Year 10 and 11 Exams

This week, students in Years 10 and 11 have been engaged in revision during their classes, getting ready for their Exam Week scheduled from Monday 18 November to Friday 22 November. Students are expected to be present at school only during their designated exam periods.

Year 10 students enrolled in the academic pathway are only required on site during periods when they have an exam scheduled. Students unable to make other arrangements during the day are able to use the school Library as a private study space and must sign in and out at the reception desk.

Students in the Vocational Minor program will attend regular classes during the examination period.

It is imperative that students know when each of their exams are scheduled and that they meet on the outdoor Oak Centre courts 10 minutes prior.

All students must be in full school uniform during the examination period.

They will need to have their exam materials and stationary in a plastic pocket and use a clear plastic water bottle, if required. Students will not be able to leave the exam room early, and therefore it is imperative they use the time allocated effectively to complete each exam to the best of their ability.

If you have any queries in regards to the examination period, or Year 10 & 11 in general, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s Learning Mentor, House Leader or Mrs Shari Gotch and Mr Rhys Leslie. We extend our best wishes to all students. Please find the Year 10 & 11 Exam Timetable below.

Year 10 & 11 Exam Timetable

Step-Up to Senior School Program

On Monday 25 November, we will kickstart the Step-Up to Senior School Program, which is designed to prepare all students who will be undertaking Year 10, VCE or the VCE VM in 2025. This program will introduce students to their Semester 1 subjects, providing an initial foundation for their coursework and offering a glimpse of their holiday assignments. To ensure a smooth start, students should have their textbooks ready. Families have received details regarding the Year 10 and VCE Booklist through Compass.

Step-Up to VCE & VCE VM Parent Information Session

We are pleased to announce our Step-Up to VCE Parent Information Session for parents of students entering Years 11 and 12 in the VCE or VCE VM program.

Please join us on:

Date: Tuesday, 26 November

Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Location: Oak Centre Gym (VCE) and Oak 6 (VCE VM)

The VCE journey can be demanding for both students and parents. This informative session is designed to offer a deeper understanding of the expectations for VCE and VCE VM and provide guidance on how to best support your child throughout this critical phase, helping them to achieve their fullest potential.

Key topics will include:

Important dates and milestones
Strategies for successful VCE or VCE VM completion
Detailed overview of VCE course requirements
Practical advice and strategies for parent support
Career and Work Placement guidance

Year 7 2025 Parent Information Night

We warmly invite our incoming Year 7 parents to attend an information evening on Wednesday 27 November. The session will begin at 6:00 pm in the Oak Centre at our Brigidine Campus.

We look forward to seeing you there. Your support and engagement are invaluable to the educational journey of our students. (Students not required to attend)

End of Year Awards Night

We are excited to announce that our End of Year Awards Night will take place on Monday 9 December. This special event brings our school community together to honour and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students throughout 2024.

Families of students being recognised will receive invitations on Tuesday 3 December. The ceremony will be held in the Oak Centre at our Bridgine Campus, starting at 7:00 pm. Please save the date—we look forward to celebrating together!

Lisa Saillard

Assistant Principal - Teaching and Learning

Year 7 Changemaker Projects

In the final two weeks of this term, our Year 7 students will participate in an exciting Inquiry unit focused on the theme of being changemakers and the vital role water plays in our lives.

What Will Students Learn?

Throughout the unit, students will explore how water is used in our region. Topics will include waste management, environmental impacts, water conservation, and the role of water in industries such as farming. A key part of their learning will be an immersion day, where students will dive deeper into various aspects of the water industry and its connection to the theme of changemaking—a concept we've been exploring throughout the year. Students will also continue to develop key competencies, such as collaboration and critical thinking, as they work on their projects. They will complete self-assessments to reflect on these essential skills. This program aims to foster lifelong learners who think critically and collaborate effectively.

Immersion Days

Immersion Days will take place on:

Thursday 21 November (Classes 7A-E)
Friday 22 November (Classes 7F-I)

During these days, students will participate in a variety of information sessions and local excursions to better understand how water is used, the impact of waste on the environment, and the role of innovation and changemakers across different industries. Students were able to select their preferences during an information session earlier this term, and further details of their immersion day experiences will be available on their Compass Events.

Projects

After the Immersion Day, students will work in groups to create projects based on their newfound knowledge and personal interests, with a focus on collaboration. These projects will be showcased at our Project Expo, providing students the opportunity to share their learning and ideas with the school community.

Save the Date!

We invite you to join us for the Project Expo on Friday 6 December from 12:15 pm, where students will present their projects.

Stay tuned for more information!

Lisa Saillard and Elle Molluso

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