9-12 Community News
As we come to the end of what has been another busy term at St Augustine’s College, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our students, staff and families for your continued support throughout this term. The students are to be commended on the resilience they have shown in ensuring that they have maintained their positivity and application to their studies and the life of the College throughout the short, but busy, term.
9-12 Formal
Last Thursday evening we held our inaugural 9-12 College Formal.
All who attended had a fantastic night and enjoyed delicious food, conversation and lots of dancing. The photobooth was very popular with students and staff, alike.
We look forward to sharing our professional photographer’s photos with the students who attended in the coming weeks. Students who attended the event have been provided with a link to enable them to access the photobooth photos.
Below are a few images from the evening.
Work Experience
Next week, the students of 10A will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights into the world of work, commencing their work experience placements at workplaces including local primary schools, plumbers, electricians, accounting firms, real estate agents, mechanics workshops and pharmacies. We wish our students all the best and hope that this experience will provide them with an understanding and appreciation of the possibilities for ‘life after school’.
As a term comes to an end, it is always good to reflect upon the great things that have been achieved during the term and think about areas in our day-to-day schooling that we may be able to improve upon in preparation for Semester 2.
Next week, students will receive their reports. During the term break, we encourage students to reflect upon the feedback and look at opportunities to improve and grow. Learn the lessons of what has created success and what has held you back. When you return for Term 3, build on the good habits and consider what makes for success in the classroom.
For education to be successful it must work as a partnership. This partnership between the school, the student and families is crucial for ensuring positive and successful outcomes. When a teacher sets homework, assignments or a task to be completed, the expectation is that the student completes this to the best of their ability, to demonstrate their skills, knowledge and understanding, so formative or summative assessment can take place. If the student fails to submit the work or fully complete the task, it makes assessing, grading and reporting very difficult. As parents and carers, we can play an important supportive role by having conversations with our children about school work, assignments and homework and help support and encourage them to complete these requirements in a timely manner.
Research suggests that children are more successful in school if parents are able to take an active interest in their education as it demonstrates to the child that what they do is important. As parents and carers, you can support your child/ren by demonstrating what good organisation looks like and helping them with some study skills. Sometimes, you can also assist by simply encouraging your child/ren to have a break if they have been stuck on the same question or task for an extended period of time.
Last week at our parent information session with Success Integrated, Darren Pereira, talked about constructing a study timetable to assist students with their time management.
Below is an image and a link to the Success Integrated website that provides access to a study timetable that can be customised to suit individuals.
https://successintegrated.com/tools/
Password: SMBTI
We trust you all have a restful break and stay safe. We look forward to working with you in Term 3.
Michelle Downie Brad Downie
9-12 Community Leader 9-12 Community Leader
Wellbeing Student Learning and Professional Practice