Learning and Teaching News

Year 12 Unit 3 Reports

Year 12 Unit 3 reports will be released this week.  This Report Card can be accessed via the Parent Orbit app (see instructions below) alongside any assessment completed and relevant feedback. Please use this opportunity to discuss your son’s progress to date and opportunities for improvement throughout Unit 4.

Academic Interviews for each Year 12 student will be held from Week 6 this term where discussion around your son’s performance and progress will occur. More information about booking these interviews will be emailed in the coming weeks. 

Year 11 Exam Block 

The Year 11 Block Exam Schedule was emailed to all students and parents on Thursday 8 May and is also available on the Orbit App.  The exam block runs from Tuesday 20 May through to and including Friday 23 May. 

 Year 11 students will be granted study leave during this time (to study at home and only come to campus for scheduled assessments).  All Year 11 students are expected to attend school on Monday the 19th of May. Any Year 11 student not up to date with all required assessment items will not be granted study leave and must remain at school. This includes meeting checkpoints for modules in Certificate and Diploma courses.   

Expectations during the exam block are as follows: 

• Normal College rules apply when on campus. 
• Students must arrive to and from school in full winter academic school uniform (including blazer). 
• Students must sign in and out using QR codes. 
• Students are to travel directly to and from school without congregating at shops, outside other schools or the like. 
• Students must arrive at the exam room 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. 
• Students must bring all required equipment (calculator, pens, highlighters, charged laptops and headphones etc.). 
• Students must adhere to the exam coordinator's instructions at all times. 
• Students must bring their student ID card as well as all of their equipment in a clear plastic sleeve or container. 

As per the College Assessment Policy (and QCAA guidelines), if your son is unable to attend an exam you will need to provide a medical certificate.  Please do not arrange holidays during this time.

Term 2 Assessment Schedules

Assessment Schedules was released to students and parents/carers last week. Boys will be able to locate the schedule on the Orbit app. For this term, it is still also available via the Parent Portal – however, this will only be available via the Parent Orbit app from Semester 2 onwards. Your son is encouraged to download this schedule and transfer assessment dates to his College Diary Term Planner (pages 68-71) and any home planners, to ensure he is managing his time effectively.

 For students in Years 7-10, please remember that assessments during Exam Block, will be scheduled at some point across that week.  The exact timing of these exams will be released in the Exam Block Schedule (approx. Week 6), however, please know that it will fall between Friday 13 June and Thursday 19 June. If boys are absent during the Exam Block and consequently miss an examination, they will be required to submit a medical certificate in alignment with our College Assessment Policy. They will complete the assessment once they return to the College.

Students are encouraged to create a study and homework schedule each week, so this time is managed effectively. 

Year 10 and 11 2025 Subject information night 

Year 10 and 11 2025 subject information night will occur on Monday 26 May.  All students should attend this event with a parent/carer. More information will be provided to current Year 9 and 10 students and their parents in the coming weeks.   

Our Year 10 students are currently working on the preliminary work for SET planning in their careers ASH lessons. I encourage parents/carers of our Year 10 students to engage in conversation with your young men, to assist their forward planning. The subject selection evening mentioned above will contribute to this process, but we encourage students and families to start investigating future pathways and what may need to happen to allow them to get there. Communication regarding the SET planning process will be released to Year 10 parents shortly.

Progressive assessment feedback

Progressive assessment and feedback from Term 1 was released to parents last week via the Parent Orbit app.  Instructions on how to do this can be found below. This is an important juncture to see how our boys are progressing – allowing them to reevaluate their goals and see how they are progressing during Semester 1. As always, please reach out to your son’s classroom teacher if you have any major concerns. It is also important to celebrate times where our young men are reaching and exceeding their personal bests! 

Year 12 Study Session 

Year 12 study will continue this week – Wednesday 5 – 8pm, in the Library for their own private and collaborative study. This is a privilege for Year 12 students in preparation for their senior assessment and a recommended study habit. In the past, students have used this time to work on their external exam study nights, prepare their drafts, or even create small study groups. Students will need to sign in and out. They can arrive and leave at any time between 5 – 8pm; but they are not able to keep coming and leaving during the night. 

Beyond Marist College Futures and Employment Expo

As part of Futures Week next term, the College will host its annual Futures Expo. This year will feature an employment section where exhibitors will show a “We Are Hiring” sign which allows to discuss and discover employment opportunities.

Marist Subject Support

There are subject-specific Old Boy and Classroom teachers roving in the Senior Library to help Year 7 – 12 students with their homework, assignment work and general study. Please see below for the targeted times and subjects. 

Old Boys Tutoring List  

Please find here a list of Old Boys who are available to tutor your son outside of school hours.  This list can also be located on the parent portal or via this link.  Please note it is the parent’s responsibility to organise and liaise tutoring times with the Old Boys.   

Understanding Your Task Sheet: A Quick Guide for Students

Navigating an assignment can be much easier when you know exactly what’s expected. This short video walks students through the key sections of a typical task sheet—highlighting how to interpret the task, track due dates, and plan effectively. Whether it’s understanding the context, breaking down the task, or using the criteria sheet, this guide helps students approach their assessment with confidence.

Study Tip