St Joseph's Catholic College Newsletter

Assistant Principal - Curriculum News

Student/Parent/Teacher Conferences Year 12 

We would like to remind you that our Student/Parent/Teacher Conferences for Year 12 will be held on Monday 22 July from 3:30pm to 6:00pm. These conferences provide an important opportunity for you to meet with your child's teachers and discuss their academic progress, strengths, and areas for improvement. They will also offer an opportunity to discuss your child’s preparation for the Trial HSC Examinations. 

 

At the conferences, you will have the opportunity to discuss your child's attendance, and behaviour in class, as well as any concerns or questions you may have about their academic performance. This is also a great opportunity for your child to participate in the conversation and share their own goals and aspirations. 

 

To ensure that all parents have the opportunity to meet with their child's teachers, we ask that you please schedule a conference on Compass. If you have not yet signed up for a conference slot, please do so as soon as possible to ensure that you get the time slot that works best for you. 

 

We strongly encourage all parents and students to attend these conferences, as they are an important part of our efforts to support student success. We look forward to seeing you on 22 July. 

 

Trial HSC Examinations

Trial HSC (Higher School Certificate) Examinations are an essential component of the assessment program for the HSC. These examinations play a crucial role in preparing students for the final HSC Examinations. The reasons why Trial HSC Examinations are important are: 

  1. Assessment Preparation: The Trial HSC Examinations provide students with an opportunity to experience the format, structure, and content of the final HSC Examinations. By taking these practice examinations, students become familiar with the types of questions, time constraints, and expectations they will face in the actual HSC Examinations. This helps them develop effective strategies for time management, revision, and examination technique.
  2. Content Revision: Preparing for Trial HSC Examinations requires students to review and consolidate their knowledge of the subject matter. It encourages them to revisit key concepts, study materials, and textbooks, thereby reinforcing their understanding of the content. This revision process is essential for students to identify any gaps in their knowledge and address them before the final examinations.
  3. Performance Assessment: Trial HSC Examinations provide a valuable opportunity for students to gauge their academic performance and assess their readiness for the final examinations. By attempting these examinations, students can assess their strengths and weaknesses in different subject areas. This self-evaluation allows them to focus their efforts on areas that require further improvement, helping them enhance their overall performance.
  4. Time Management Skills: The Trial HSC Examinations are held under examination conditions, with strict time limits. By practising these examinations, students learn to manage their time effectively and complete the required tasks within the allocated time frame. Developing strong time management skills is crucial for success in the final HSC Examinations, where time constraints can be a significant challenge.
  5. Stress Management: The Trial HSC Examinations can be a stressful experience for students, particularly as they are a precursor to the final examinations. However, by going through this process, students gradually learn to manage and cope with examination-related stress. They can identify effective stress management techniques and strategies that work for them, enabling them to approach the final examinations with greater confidence and composure.
  6. Feedback and Improvement: Trial HSC Examinations often provide students with valuable feedback from teachers and examiners. This feedback allows students to identify areas where they need to improve and provides guidance on how to enhance their performance. Students can use this feedback to fine-tune their study methods, clarify any misconceptions, and refine their examination technique, ultimately leading to better results in the final HSC Examinations.

The Trial HSC Examinations serve as a crucial stepping stone towards the final HSC Examinations. They provide students with valuable practice, help them identify areas for improvement, and equip them with the necessary skills and confidence to succeed in their academic endeavours.

 

Joel Bristow

Assistant Principal - Curriculum