Senior School

SENIOR SCHOOL UPDATE

School Assessed Coursework

As we are more than halfway through this term, assessment of School Assessed Coursework (SACs) has begun in earnest for both Year 11 and Year 12 students. It is most important that students are organised and well prepared for these assessments. If a student misses a SAC, under the VCAA rules they are required to provide a medical certificate to explain the absence, in order to complete the SAC without penalty.

Stress Management

Most students experience some stress in their final years at school, especially around SACs and exam times. It is normal, but there are strategies that you can use to reduce your stress levels and manage stress when you have it.

Tips for reducing stress

·         set realistic goals

·         don’t overwhelm yourself with the big picture, break things into

          smaller manageable tasks

-        prioritise important things

·         get enough sleep (people your age need 9 to 10 hours each night)

·         develop some tactics to help you relax:

-         go for a walk

-         clear your mind

-         take some time for yourself

-         use meditation/mindfulness/yoga

·         If you feel overwhelmed, speak to someone about it, there are

          always people around to talk to.

Mrs J. Riddoch

Senior School Leader