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Learning Conferences (Parent - Teacher Interviews)

A Reminder Learning Conferences (Parent/ Teacher Interviews) are next week beginning on Monday 23rd June, Tuesday 24th June and Wednesday 25th June from 3.15pm - 5.45pm. These Learning Conferences are to discuss your child's Semester Report. Please ensure you have booked a meeting time. If you would like any assistance, please contact the front office.

Semester 1 Reports

Semester 1 Reports for your child have been sent out via COMPASS, Friday 20th June. 

 

The language in the report is consistent with the new guidelines from NESA - Reporting and Using Grades including:

  • the full range of grades can be used at any point in time in relation to what has been taught

  • the grade reported should reflect student achievement in relation to the syllabus outcomes for the relevant stage of learning

  • students in the first year of a stage are not restricted to lower grades

  • students do not need to be working beyond the syllabus for their stage to receive a grade A or B.

NESA also advises - when reporting grades before the end of a stage, teachers consider what has been taught up to that point in time to determine the grade that best matches the standards demonstrated so far. For example, a student in Year 3 should not be limited to a C, D or E grade just because they are at the beginning of a stage. Similarly, students do not need to be working beyond the syllabus for their stage to receive a grade A or B. 

Page 2 of the reports indicates changes to the 5 point scale to reflect A - E grades rather than language used prior to NESA’s guidelines. 

Kolora Visit - Year 2 & Year 5

Last Friday, students from Year 2 and Year 5 had a heart-warming visit to Kolora Aged Care. Year 5 students delighted the residents with a lively dance performance, while Year 2 proudly shared their colourful artwork. After the performances, students spent time chatting and connecting with the residents, bringing smiles and joy to everyone involved. It was a special opportunity for our students to build community connections and show kindness and respect to our older generations.