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Vice Principal Message

Ms Suada Dzaferovic
Ms Suada Dzaferovic

NAPLAN

All year 3 & 5 students will participate in NAPLAN assessments from the 10th of May. The students in those year levels have been preparing for the assessments so they understand and feel comfortable and confident with the style of testing. The results of the assessments will be available to parents mid-term 3. Click here for a copy of the parent/carer information brochure and click here to view the Naplan Timetable. 

 

The most resilient children and young people are those who rise to meet rather than retreat from the challenges presented to them. It is normal to be anxious or nervous about a test, but it helps to view this as a learning challenge. 

 

Here are our 4 tips to ease the NAPLAN nerves:

  1. Discuss their feelings and concerns
    Tests commonly bring out feelings of anxiety, so let them know that these feelings are normal. Listen to their concerns, show empathy and maintain a caring and positive attitude. More often than not talking about their fears can help to lessen these feelings.
     
  2. Encourage them ‘to give it a go’ and ‘to try their best’
    NAPLAN is not supposed to be a test of the students but rather a check to make sure that Australia is providing the best educational outcomes for children. Encourage your child to give it a go and try their best.
     
  3. Prepare for the day
    Good preparation is the key. Going to bed early the night before, having a healthy breakfast to start the day. Keep stress levels low and arrive at school a little earlier. And don’t forget to wish them good luck!
     
  4. Keep NAPLAN in perspective
    Remember that NAPLAN is just one assessment and that teachers and the school use this information in conjunction with numerous other data to determine a students’ academic level. It is important for your child to understand that their success is not determined by this one test.

During the holidays and this week some of our community celebrated a range of religious occasions. We wish all those who celebrate:

‘Happy Eid Mubarak’ to our Islamic community

‘Happy Easter’ to our Christian community

'Sameach Pesach' to our Jewish community

“Christos Anesti’ to our Orthodox community

 

In a rare conjunction, three major holidays of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam occurred at similar times this year.  The rare event happens every 3 decades or 30 years.

 

Suada Dzaferovic

Assistant Principal