Deputy Principal
Mr Daniel Lapolla
Year 10 Interviews
Throughout the start of this year, I have had the privilege of meeting with all Year 10 students supported by Mr Franzin, Mr Webster, Mr Mitchell and Mr Robinson. The topic of conversations have been centred around;
- Intended pathways and interests
- Unpacking Year 9
- Acknowledging successes and areas for growth
- Assessing the step up into Year 10
- Opportunity for students to provide feedback.
I have been thoroughly impressed with the manner in which our young men discussed the above topics, being incredibly reflective in the process. Some take away themes and topics include
- A structed approach to homework/study.
- A need to focus on me more and less of my mates
- A real step up in expectations in Year 10
- Support from teachers is evident
- “I know what I need to do to improve”
In concluding our conversations we focus on how we can support one another in order for our students to reach the goals they have set for themselves.
Year 10s
| Week 5A | May 30
| Final Day to submit 2025 School Intention Form Final Day for submission of Year 11-12 subjects |
| Year 10 Exams | Week 7A/8B | Tue 10 -Tue 17 | Yr. 10s finish 11:30 am each day and return home Further details to follow |
| TASC Exams | Week 8B | Mon 16 - Fri 20 | Student come to school solely for exam and then return home |
| Year 12 Formal | Week 9A | Fri 27 June | Elwick Racecourse: please see Edsmart for further details |
| Work Experience | Week 9A/10B | 10 ABC - Week 9 - 23 - 27 June 10 DEF - Week 10 - 30 June - 4 July |
Successful learners…
- …are leaders in their own learning.
- …engage with the world around them.
- …question everything.
- …think for themselves.
- …are driven by their interests.
- …push through challenges.
- …are determined to succeed.
- …have inner motivation and self-discipline.
- …exercise their minds and their bodies.
- …cultivate good habits.
- …know how and when to ask for help.
- …are willing to take risks, fail, and learn from their mistakes.
