Year 9 and 10 

Sub School Report 

Welcome to Term 4! This is an important term for our Year 9 and 10 students as they work towards completing the school year positively, demonstrating consistent effort and preparing for their next steps in 2027.

Our focus this term is on exam and CAT preparation, uniform expectations, respectful relationships, organisation and positive choices. We encourage all students to remain focused, take responsibility for their learning and make the most of the opportunities available to them.

Year 9 and 10 Progress Awards Assembly

Congratulations to all Year 9 and 10 students who received an award at our Progress Awards Assembly! It was wonderful to recognise and celebrate the achievements, progress and commitment of our students. 

These awards acknowledge the hard work and positive contributions students have made to their learning and school community.

Well done to all award recipients. We encourage you to continue building on your achievements and striving for improvement in all areas of school life.

Exam and CAT Preparation

With end-of-year examinations and Common Assessment Tasks (CATs) approaching, students are encouraged to establish effective study routines, manage their time carefully and complete all assessment tasks to the best of their ability. Regular revision, active participation in class and seeking assistance from teachers when needed will help students feel prepared and confident.

We ask parents and carers to support students by encouraging regular study, checking assessment deadlines and ensuring students attend school consistently and arrive prepared for learning. Consistent effort and preparation now will support a successful finish to the year.

Uniform

Wearing the correct school uniform is an important part of maintaining our school expectations and demonstrating pride in our school community. Students are expected to wear the correct Lalor Secondary College uniform each day, including appropriate footwear, and to follow all uniform requirements.

We appreciate the support of parents and carers in ensuring students arrive at school in the correct uniform. Staff will continue to monitor uniform compliance and follow up with students who do not meet expectations.

Year 10 – Formal and Orientation for Year 11 in 2027

Our Year 10 Formal was a wonderful evening, and it was fantastic to see students enjoying themselves, celebrating their achievements and creating positive memories with their peers. A great night was had by all! Thank you to the staff involved in organising and supporting this special occasion.

As Year 10 students prepare for the transition into Year 11 in 2027, it is important that they approach this next stage with maturity, commitment and a positive attitude. Developing strong organisational skills, maintaining a consistent work ethic, meeting assessment deadlines and building positive relationships with teachers will help students prepare for the increased expectations of senior schooling.

Year 9 – End-of-Year Program

Our Year 9 students will be preparing for the End-of-Year Program, which will provide opportunities to celebrate their learning, participate in activities and finish the year on a positive note.

Students are reminded that participation in the program comes with the responsibility to demonstrate respectful behaviour, follow staff instructions, maintain uniform expectations where applicable and make positive choices. We look forward to seeing students engage positively and finish Year 9 successfully.

Respectful Relationships and Positive Choices

Throughout Term 4, we will continue to emphasise respectful relationships, appropriate classroom behaviour, punctuality, organisation and commitment to learning. Students are expected to follow teacher instructions, arrive at class on time, bring the correct equipment and contribute positively to the school environment.

Every day is an opportunity to improve, make positive choices and demonstrate personal responsibility. We encourage all students to finish the year with pride in their achievements and a clear focus on their future goals.

Thank you to our parents and carers for your ongoing support and partnership. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress, attendance, behaviour or wellbeing, please contact the Middle Years Sub School Office.

Kind regards,

Rebecca Kotsopoulos

Year 9 and 10 Sub School Leader

Lalor Secondary College