End of Term 2 - 2024

Deputy Principal's Report - 

   Years 8, 10 & 12

THANK YOU TO OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY for a great start to the year. I have enjoyed having students and their families back in the school environment as we move forward from the trials of 2020. 

YEARS 11 & 12

UPDATE ON SENIOR ASSESSMENTS

 

Term 1 has been a busy term especially with Year 11 beginning their Preliminary Year for their HSC pathway, and Year 12 already half way through their HSC year.  The rigor of senior study is very different to the junior school and, for some students, the senior courses can be a challenge.

 

Henry Kendall High School has a detailed Assessment Policy in place to support senior students. A copy of which is available on our website.  

Year 11 Assessment Policy

 

Year 12 Assessment Policy

Both Years 11 and 12 were issued with these Policy documents at the beginning of term. Some key points for students and parents to remember in relation to the Assessment Policy:

  • All students are to sign for the assessment book and retain a hard copy.
  • The Assessment Policy is also found on the school website.
  • Misadventure: In the event of a major illness or problem occurring students must see the Deputy Principal (DP) Curriculum as soon as possible. The student MUST see the DP their FIRST day back at school to apply for a misadventure and submit appropriate paperwork. A medical certificate or statutory declaration needs to be submitted with the paperwork for the task mark to be counted. Examples of the documentation required are found in the Assessment Policy.
  • Technology glitches are not a valid reason for misadventure. Students must be organised and have a backup plan of using a USB to back up their work and printing at school if the need arises.
  • It is also a good idea to map tasks on a calendar or organiser so that they have a visual reminder of what is needed for time planning.

Thank you to our parent and caregiver community for your ongoing support of this important process.

ASSESSMENT BOOKLETS

     STAGE 4 - Years 7 & 8

     STAGE 5 - Years 9 & 10 

All year groups have been issued assessment booklets.  I ask parents and caregivers to take the time and look at this document with your student and use it as a planning tool.  This skill assists students with time management and also helps prepare them for the rigors of assessment planning in the senior school. The Assessment Schedules are also published on the school website.

 

Assessment Schedules

PLANNING FOR SENIOR PATHWAYS

Term 2 is a significant time for Year 10 students as they will be involved in the decision making processes for their senior pathway in 2022. 

 

There are two Senior Pathways Information evenings scheduled for Thursday 27 May and Thursday 10 June.  Both nights are critical in supporting Year 10 in their decisions for 2022 and beyond, so please be sure to have these dates locked in. Further information to come.

 

In addition, at one of these evenings ,Year 10 will also be receiving information regarding :

  • Stage 6 Preparation Program - Students are required to participate in this program at the end of the year. This program is designed to assist students in the transition to Stage 6. I look forward to launching this program with you all.
  • Senior Jackets - An exciting change in design for Year 11 2022, based on school community feedback. Ms Hammond is working closely with a Year 10 team to bring the changes in ... Watch this space !

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Thank you to parents and carers for your ongoing support of the school's uniform policy. Please be reminded of the following:

  • Hooded jumpers of any kind are not permitted. With the cooler months approaching, please be aware that LOWES sell both junior and senior jumpers. Most seniors are wearing their senior jackets, which look fantastic.
  • Plain black leather/ette fully enclosed shoes are the uniform.  Please be aware skate shoes are permissible if all black. Canvas or ballet/Mary-Jane style shoes are not permitted.
  • White socks are uniform, not black.
  • Students are required to bring a note if they are out of uniform.
  • Sport shorts and shirts are only to be worn for PE and PASS periods, or on a Tuesday.
  • As we head into winter, LOWES have the school’s tracksuit pants available. Students are permitted to wear these every day of the week in the cooler months.

For information on Minimum Standards Testing for Year 10 students please refer to Deputy Principal Mrs Natalie Wearne's Report.

 

To all our students ... Have a safe break, rest up and we look forward to seeing you back for another busy Term 2.

 

 

Mrs Donna James

Deputy Principal

Years 8, 10 and 12