Senior School News
WELCOME BACK
I hope everyone had a relaxing holiday and Easter break. It has been very pleasing to see that students have utilised these holidays in completing homework and preparing study notes and summaries. I would like to thank our teachers, many of whom made themselves available to assist students with their work over the holiday period.
CONGRATULATIONS TO CALVIN GU
Calvin Gu (Year 12) was presented with an award from Frankston High School for winning the State Video Award for "A Day in the Life of an International Student".
Our school is very proud of this achievement, as Calvin competed against very high quality video entries from schools throughout the State.
PARENT TEACHER STUDENT CONFERENCES
Thank you to all parents, guardians and students who attended these interviews. The feedback was extremely positive and it was reassuring to know how much the school community values the excellent work of our teachers. These interviews provide an important opportunity for teachers, parents and students to work together to further improve learning outcomes.
CHANGES IN THE VCE COORDINATION TEAM
I would like to welcome Mr Aaron Elias who is the Acting Year 11 – Director of Student Management and Engagement for this term and Ms Clare Challenger as the Acting Assistant Year 11 Coordinator for Term 2. I am looking forward to working with both of these leaders in further improving the learning outcomes of our senior school students. Parents of Year 11 students are welcome to contact them to discuss their child’s progress.
CAREERS AND TERTIARY EXPO – TUESDAY 1 MAY
I encourage all parents and students to attend the Careers and Tertiary Expo which will be held on Tuesday 1 May in the Senior School Presentation Area from 2.15 pm – 5.30 pm. This is an excellent opportunity to meet with representatives from the major tertiary providers to ask questions and gain information on the courses they have on offer. This is invaluable in planning future pathways with your child. If you have any enquiries please do not hesitate to contact our Careers Practitioner, Mrs Carolyn Walsh.
MONASH SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Year 10 students who are interested in applying for the Monash Scholars Program should see me for further details. Applications are based on students’ academic ability, leadership qualities and contribution to school and community life. All applications must have a school endorsement. The benefits of the Monash Scholars Program include: enhanced learning, exploring career ambitions, defining personal aspirations, preparation for university life and building networks with other high-achieving students. Applications open on 1 May and close on 28 May.
MID YEAR EXAMINATIONS
A reminder to students and parents that the end of semester is Friday 8 June. All Year 11 and Year 12 studies will have an end of semester examination. Timetables will be distributed shortly.
The Year 11 examination period is from 12 June to 22 June.
The Year 12 examination period is from 12 June to 22 June and the Year 12 exams will be held outside of class time.
Students must have a study/revision timetable in place and consistently review their class notes in preparation for these examinations. Any students who would like assistance with study skills are most welcome to contact one of the Year Level Coordinators, Kirsten Bakker, or myself for assistance.
All students who are studying a Unit 3 and 4 (Year 12) subject are required to sit the General Achievement Test (GAT) on Wednesday 13 June. There will be no timetabled Year 11 and Year 12 classes on this day.
I wish students all the best with their examinations.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
I would like to remind parents and students of the attendance policy in the senior school. Seven unexcused absences in a study and/or fifteen absences in a study results in an N result for that study. Students must ensure all absences are annotated by the coordinators or office staff on the absence card in their diary. Students must also ensure this is shown to all of their classroom teachers. In order for the absence to be excused, parents/guardians must provide a note with a specific reason for the absence: illness, funeral, etc.
END OF SEMESTER ARRANGEMENTS
Year 12 students:
Tuesday 12 June – Friday 22 June
Year 12 exams (outside of classtime)
Tuesday 12 June – Monday 18 June
There will be no Year 12 classes
Tuesday 19 June
Classes resume
Friday 8 June
The last day for students to submit work for Unit 3
Wednesday 13 June
General Achievement Test (GAT)
There will be no formal Year 12 classes on this day
Thursday 14 June
Report Writing Day
Tuesday 19 June
Unit 4 commences
Year 11 students:
Tuesday 12 June – Friday 22 June
Year 11 examination period
Tuesday 12 June – Friday 22 June
There will be no Year 11 classes
Wednesday 13 June
General Achievement Test (GAT)
All students undertaking a Unit 3 and 4 study (Year 12 study) are required to sit the GAT
There are no formal Year 11 classes on this day.
Friday 8 June
The last day for students to submit work for Unit 1
Monday 25 June
Unit 2 commences
DEBUTANTE BALL
I am looking forward to attending the Debutante Ball at the Brighton International on Friday 11 May. The debutantes and their partners will be presented to the State Member of Frankston in the Victorian Parliament, Mr Paul Edbrooke MP. Best wishes to all students involved in the Debutante Ball, I am sure it will be a very memorable night for you.
Ms Helen Wilson
Senior School Principal