ENGLISH FACULTY

Bell Shakespeare’s HSC Shakespeare Seminars with the University of Sydney.

On Wednesday 13th of May, Year 12 English Advanced ventured to Bell Shakespeare's HSC Seminar on Richard III. In collaborating with the University of Sydney, Professor Huw Griffiths of Art and Social Sciences allowed us to access both academic and theatrical opinions. During the seminar we delved into key scenes of Richard III, as it is our core text we are studying, this was extremely helpful in preparation for trial exams. 

Not only did they analyse Shakespeare's language, but they acted scenes for us, allowing a bigger window into understanding the play. They showed us the differences acting can make in portraying the messages of a scene. It was fascinating to see the difference in person! Due to the depth study of the text coming in hand with the Al Pacino documentary ‘Looking for Richard’, seeing the actors change emotions for scenes was greatly helpful in analysing resonances and dissonances in the play and film. 

Millicent Stubbs - Year 12 Advanced English

Year 12 HSC Optional Examination Withdrawal - Action Required

Students who wish to withdraw from an optional HSC examination in English Studies or Mathematics Standard 1 must complete and return the signed withdrawal form.

Important details:

The form must be signed by both the student and a parent/guardian

Forms must be returned no later than Monday 29 June 2026

Return the completed form to Lili Ristevski (English) or Kumie Pather (Mathematics)

Location: Top of B Block - Common Staffroom

Please note that withdrawing from the optional HSC examination means the course will not contribute to an ATAR, but it does not affect satisfactory completion of the course for the HSC.

If you have questions, see Lili or Kumie as soon as possible.

Please Return Texts

Attention past Year12 Advanced, Standard and EAL/D English Students. This is a friendly reminder to all Year 12 English students to please return your texts. Timely returns help us ensure that all students have access to the materials they need for 2026.