Student Learning & Growth
Preparing for Parent Teacher Student Interviews
With a 9-week term, we have already commenced our Progress Reporting for Semester 2.
In the final two weeks of this term, we have our final round of Parent Teacher Student Interviews. These interviews are incredibly important in seeking your child’s progress this semester. Why should you attend?
For parents of:
Year 12 students – this is where you can get some final advice from your child/ren’s teachers for exam preparation and ensure they have completed all their coursework to get a Satisfactory for the unit.
Year 11 students – a great way to learn how your child/ren are going in preparing for their final year of high school. What are their work habits? What do they need to focus on? How can they adequately prepare for their Unit 2 exams?
Year 10 students – a perfect time to check in with their teachers to see how prepared they are for their VCE journey, whether it is VCE or VCE-VM that they have chosen.
Year 9 students – a crucial time in their education journey. Your child/ren are about to embark on their senior education journey. Are they ready? Have they developed some good routines in their learning? How are they progressing with their Semester 2 electives?
Year 8 students – This is a great opportunity to focus on the key skills of learning, building on what they have learnt in Year 7. There should be a big emphasis on the foundation skills of reading, comprehension, spelling, numeracy and making links between concepts.
Year 7 students – How are they settling into secondary school? Have they started forming some good routines for their learning? How are they progressing in their semester 2 electives?
Please make the time to book 10 minutes with your child/ren’s teachers on either Wednesday 10 September or Tuesday 16 September. Please look out for the information of when bookings open on PAM.
- Mrs Georgie Beekhof
In July this year, I was fortunate enough to attend the Marist ‘Footsteps’ in Mittagong with a group of educators from schools from every state and territory in Australia. This program was particularly relevant for me as its focus enriched my understanding and practice of Marist pedagogy, through the Marist story and charism of St Marcellin Champagnat.
Here at Marist-Sion College, our approach to learning and teaching is grounded in the rich heritage of Marist education, which finds its heart in the vision of Saint Marcellin Champagnat. Marcellin believed that to educate well, one must first love those they teach. This conviction continues to shape the way we design our curriculum, structure our learning environments and support every student’s educational journey.
Marist education is not simply a pedagogical model—it is a way of being. At Marist-Sion College, this means creating learning experiences that are inclusive, relational, and student-centred. We value the whole person—head, heart and hands—and strive to ensure that each young person grows in faith, knowledge and confidence.
Our learning programs reflect a deep commitment to the Marist tradition. Our curriculum is broad and purposeful, designed to cater to diverse student pathways and needs. From the core areas of English, Maths and Religious Education through to our rich offerings in the Arts, Sciences, Technologies, Languages, Physical Education and the Humanities, we ensure students develop the skills and dispositions they need for further study, work, and life. Our varied programs cultivate critical thinking, independence and collaboration. This range reflects the Marist ideal of providing opportunities for every student, including those who may benefit from alternative or applied pathways.
In keeping with the Marist tradition, our educators act as mentors and guides—supporting not just academic achievement, but also wellbeing and character strengths. Our teachers are committed professionals who plan collaboratively, use data to improve outcomes, and create engaging, challenging lessons that inspire growth.
We also understand that learning is spiritual. Our Religious Education program, retreats, reflection days and social justice initiatives enable students to explore faith, serve others and develop a moral compass rooted in compassion and humility. These experiences are supported by the College’s embrace of the five Marist pillars: presence, simplicity, family spirit, love of work, and following Mary in her way of being.
At Marist-Sion College, the Marist spirit is alive in every classroom, project, and relationship. We aim to be a community that forms not only successful learners, but hopeful, capable young people—students who will go into the world as good Christians, good citizens, and good people.
Ms Alysoun Smalley
Deputy Principal: Student Learning Culture and Growth