The Final Stretch

It’s hard to believe that our Year 12 students are already approaching the final weeks of the 2026 school year! The finish line is now firmly in sight, and the second half of Term 3 is an especially busy and important time for all of our students.

Many VCE students are currently finalising their VTAC, SEAS and scholarship applications, while our VCE VM students are preparing for their final presentations in Literacy, Work Related Skills and Personal Development Skills. Alongside this, students continue to complete Evidence of Learning tasks (EoLs), SACs, and ALATs, with some also preparing for their upcoming trial examinations.

With only a short time remaining at school, regular attendance is more important than ever. Every lesson counts, and students need to make the most of the time they have left to ensure they are well prepared for their final assessments and successfully complete their Year 12 studies.

Students are also expected to remain in full school uniform until their final day of school. For students undertaking examinations, this expectation continues throughout the examination period.

Our Year 12 VCE students recently participated in a VTAC information session. A copy of the presentation, along with other important information for all Year 12 students, has been shared via the Compass Newsfeed and emailed to families.

To complement this information, we have included an outline of the key dates and important deadlines for the remainder of the year below. We encourage families to take a few moments to review these dates with their child and ensure they are aware of what is required in the coming weeks.

We are incredibly proud of the way our Year 12 students have continued to work, grow, and support one another throughout the year. While the final stretch can be challenging, it is also an exciting time as students work towards completing this important chapter of their schooling. We encourage families to continue supporting and encouraging their young person as they make the most of these final weeks.

VCE Elevate Educate – Ace Your Exams
- Thursday 27th August
- Payment & consent due Monday 24th August
Unit 3-4 VCE Trial Exams
- Thursday 17th & Friday 18th September (last week of term)
- Monday 21st, Tuesday 22nd & Wednesday 23rd September (first week of term break)
- A copy of the timetable is attached below.
VTAC applications
- VTAC University & TAFE timely applications close
  - Monday 28th September
- SEAS & Scholarship applications close
  - Friday 9th October
Celebration Day Events
- Monday 19th October:
  - Last day of VCE & VCE VM classes periods 1-4
  - Period 5 - special program
- Tuesday 20th October
  - 9.10 am Whole school assembly – parents are welcome to attend
  - Gumbuya World periods 2 – 5
  - Payment & consent due Tuesday, 8th September
Study week
- Wednesday 21st to Monday 26th October, students are welcome to attend school to study & work with teachers
- NB: VCE VM students may be required to come in during this time if they have not submitted all assessment tasks or have not finished their VET course
VCE English Exam
- Tuesday 2&th October
Remaining VCE Exams
- Wednesday 28th October – Monday 16th November
VCE Results & ATAR
- Thursday 10th December
Year 12 Valedictory
- Friday 11th December
- Ticket information & purchase information will
- Ticket sales will close early November - TBC
VCE December Offer Round
- Wednesday 23rd December
Information for unscored VCE students
- Students are not required to complete Unit 3-4 Trial exams if forms have been returned
- Students are not required to attend in Term 4 unless they need to complete evidence of learning task/s
- Students are welcome and encouraged to attend school on Monday, 19th October, to attend the unique program in the afternoon & Tuesday, 20th October, for Celebration Day
- NB: Any student completing the English exam is required to complete the Trial exam on Friday, 18th September, and must also attend all English classes in Term 4 before the exam

We look forward to supporting you and your child in their final months of schooling. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Year 12 Learning Community Leaders.

Tania Miller - Year 12 Learning Community Leader

Nikita Stokkel - Year 12 Learning Community Coordinator

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