Mathematics News

Hello Mathematicians!

Congratulations on completing a successful Term 1 Your hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm for learning have truly paid off. As we wrap up this term, we want to take a moment to commend each and every one of you for your efforts in the classroom. 

As we gear up for Term 2, it’s essential to ensure that you have all the necessary resources to excel in your studies. We encourage you to check if you need a new mathematics workbook and ensure that you have a calculator. Calculators can conveniently be purchased from the school office, so don’t hesitate to get what you need to support your learning journey.  

To help you prepare for the upcoming assessments in Term 2, we’ve compiled a list of important dates and tasks: 

Year 7 - Examination with Summary Sheet, Due Week 7, Topics: Computation with Integers and Algebraic Techniques 

Year 8 - Examination with Summary Sheet, Due Week 5, Topics: Indices, Pythagoras’ Theorem, and Algebraic Techniques 

Year 9 – Examination, Due Week 5, Topics: Financial Mathematics A and Indices A 

Year 10 

5.1 – Examination with Summary Sheet, Due Week 7, Topics: Indices and Trigonometry 

5.2 – Assignment with Validation Task, Due Week 7, Topic: Financial Mathematics 

5.3 – Assignment, Due Week 7, Topic: Bivariate Data Analysis 

Year 11  

Numeracy – Investigative Assignment, Due Week 9, Topic: Measurement 

Standard – Investigative Assignment, Due Week 5, Topic: Perimeter, Area and Volume 

Advanced – Investigative Assignment, Due Week 4, Topic: Trigonometry 

Extension – Examination with Summary Sheet, Due Week 5, Topic: Polynomials 

Year 12 

Standard 1, 2, Advanced, Extension – HSC Trial Examinations, Weeks 9-10, Comprehensive examination covering all topics taught so far.  

Parents and carers are encouraged to refer to the Assessment Booklet provided at the beginning of the year to stay informed about your child’s upcoming assessments.

Students are encouraged to record these due dates in their planners as well. This proactive approach will help minimise stress and last-minute rushes as the term progresses.  

Just a friendly reminder that Homework Club is held on Tuesday afternoons from 3:10 to 4:10. If you find yourself in need of additional assistance with your mathematics coursework outside of regular class hours, this is the perfect opportunity to get the support you need. 

Warm regards, 

The Mathematics Faculty