Teaching and Learning
2024 Bell Times
Our bell times have changed for 2024. The movement of times to a slightly later start allows our students greater opportunity to meet with staff prior to the commencement of the academic day. This additional time also allows for conversation with their Learning Mentor to build a greater understanding of support that may be required and/or additional academic support to improve learning outcomes.
Year 9 Laptop Returns
All Year 9 students must return their laptops and chargers on Friday 24 November. The IT department will collect these items for the purpose of returning them to our supplier. New laptops will be provided to students at the beginning of the 2024 school year. In the event of your child's absence on this date, kindly ensure their laptops are returned earlier to the IT department located in the Library.
Year 10 and 11 Exams
This week, students in Years 10 and 11 have been engaged in revision during their classes, getting ready for the exam week scheduled from Monday 13 November to Friday 17 November. Students are expected to be present at school only during their designated exam periods. We kindly request parents to ensure they have provided consent for this arrangement on Compass.
During the exams, students must attend in their complete school uniform. We extend our best wishes to all students. Please find the Year 10 & 11 Exam Timetable below.
Year 10 and 11 Applied Learning
Students in Year 10 AEL will be undertaking their final week of work experience next week during exam week, while students in Year 11 VCE will be finalising their course work.
Step-Up to VCE and VCE VM Program
On Monday 20 November, we will kickstart the Step-Up to VCE Program, which is designed to prepare all students who will be undertaking VCE or the VCE VM in 2024. This program will introduce students to their Unit 1 and Unit 3 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 VCE textbooks ready. Families have received details regarding the VCE Booklist through Compass.
Step-Up to VCE & VCE VM Parent Information Session
This year, we are pleased to announce the return of the Step-Up to VCE Parent Information session for parents of students entering Years 11 and 12, whether in the VCE or VCE VM program. Please mark your calendars for the following:
Date: Tuesday 21 November
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Oak Centre Gym for VCE and Oak 6 for VCE VM
The VCE journey can be a demanding period for both students and parents. This informative session is designed to provide parents with a deeper insight into the expectations of VCE and VCE VM and how best to support your child throughout this crucial year, helping them achieve their full potential. During the session, we will cover the following topics:
- Important dates
- Strategies for a successful VCE or VCE VM completion
- Understanding the requirements of the VCE course
- Guidance on supporting your VCE student with valuable advice and strategies
- Career and Work Placement advice for parents
Year 7 2024 Parent Information Night
On Wednesday 22 November we will be holding a parent information evening for our incoming Year 7 parents/guardians. This information session will commence at 6.30pm in the Oak Centre at Brigidine Campus. (Students are not required to attend).
We look forward to seeing you there. Your support and engagement are invaluable in the educational journey of our students.
Lisa Saillard
Assistant Principal - Teaching and Learning