Assistant Principal 

Thank you to parents and caregivers for your continued support in ensuring that our senior students attend school in their full winter uniform and arrive to the college on time. Please remind your teenagers that mobile phones and smart watches are not permitted at school, and need to be kept in student lockers for the day. In the past we have seen significant issues arise when students break these rules, and then have to have their devises confiscated for the day. Mobile phones disrupt learning and open up the flood gates for possible breach of rules in classroom assessments. Under no circumstances are mobile phones permitted in classrooms. Strict VCAA penalties can result to assessment scores if students are in possession of these mobile devises during Course Assessment Tasks (CATS).

The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) have outlined the dates and times of the two General Achievement Tests (GAT) on Tuesday 18th June. This year, as was the case in 2023 all students including those in Vocational Major pathway, VM are required to sit section A Literacy (Reading and Writing) and Numeracy from 9.00 -11.15, then only VCE students (not VM will complete section B – General Knowledge and Skills from 1.15 to 3.00 pm. Further information to students along with an opportunity to become acquainted with the types of questions, will be provided during assemblies. It is essential that all students apply themselves fully to achieving their very best.

All VCE Unit 3 English students will be completing a mid-Year English Exam, this Thursday 16 May during sessions one and two. During this time VM students will complete a practice literacy Part A GAT paper, to provide valuable practice and an opportunity to rehearse their time management skills in readiness for the 2024 GAT. After these exams, all students will attend the Year 12 Careers Expo at the Melbourne Show Grounds with the senior school team. This is an annual event which provides a wonderful opportunity for students to seek information about career pathways and to explore a variety of tertiary options which are available. These opportunities are invaluable to assist students with their planning of career goals after Lalor Secondary College. We understand that at times these decisions may be overwhelming and daunting to students but please remember we are here to support you in this process. As always, please do not hesitate to contact the college for individual careers advice pertaining to your teenager. Myself and members of the senior school team are also happy to assist with any inquiries you may have about your child’s progress in senior school.

Laura Forster.

Assistant Principal