Senior School

Congratulations to Mia Rocco – Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholar - Class of 2016

It is with great pleasure that I announce that Year 10 student, Mia Rocco, is the recipient of the prestigious Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars Program.  Congratulations to Mia who will join a select group of students to receive support and special access to the resources of the University of Melbourne. 

Mia was selected into this program based on her outstanding academic performance and leadership skills. 

The Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars Program is a three-year academic enrichment program designed to assist high-achieving students in realising their full potential through creating a network and community of students.  These students will have the opportunity to participate in an extensive program of events and activities including lectures by leading researchers and seminars with world class teachers. 

The program was established in 2007 and is named in honour of eminent scholar, leading educationalist and former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Melbourne, Professor Kwong Lee Dow. 

I am sure this will be an invaluable journey of learning for Mia.

Year 12 Examinations

The Year 12 examinations have now concluded.  My sincere thanks to Mrs Bev Valentine, our Chief Supervisor, and to the other supervisors who ensured the exams ran effectively.  The supervisors reported that our students were extremely well behaved and focused on their exams, which was wonderful to hear.

Year 12 students will be able to access their results and ATAR on the 2014 VCE Results and ATAR Service from 7am on Monday, 15 December.  Results can be accessed by SMS or from the internet.  Students will need their VCAA student number and PIN.  If you are a VTAC applicant, use your VTAC PIN.  If you are not a VTAC applicant use the first four digits of your birthdate (eg 17 July =1707)

Internet  The internet service is free and is available 24 hours a day from 7am Monday, 15 December until 5pm Friday, 19 December  – resultsandatar.vic.edu.au

SMS  To pre-register to receive your results by SMS, send a text message as follows: student number (eight digits only), space, PIN, send to 19 787 888.  This can be done from 9am Monday, 10 November until midnight Sunday, 14 December.  Results will be received from 7am on Monday, 15 December.  SMS access is available until 5pm Friday, 19 December.

Mail  Results and ATAR statements will arrive in the mail from Tuesday, 16 December.

Year 11 Examinations

Year 11 examinations concluded on Friday, 28 November.  I have been very impressed with the students’ attendance and positive work ethic during this exam period.  My sincere thanks to Mrs Ellen D’Ambra and Mr John Angus for their excellent organisation of these exams.  The results from these Year 11 examinations are very important and help to determine subject selection and promotion to Year 12.

Early Commencement Program

The compulsory early commencement program for all 2015 Year 11 and 12 students commenced on Monday, 1 December and concluded on Friday, 5 December.  Senior School teachers ran classes for the week and the work covered will not be repeated next year.  The program gives students the opportunity to get a head start with their studies and enables them to complete preparatory work over the school holidays. 

Enrolment Confirmation for 2015

2015 Year 11 and 12 students are required to confirm their courses for 2015 on Tuesday, 9 or Wednesday, 10 December.  Students will receive their 2015 enrolment packages during the week of the early commencement program.  All information pertaining to course confirmation and enrolment will be contained in these packages.  If you have any questions regarding this process please do not hesitate to contact the Senior Sub School Office.

Presentation Night – Tuesday 16 December

I look forward to seeing parents and students at the Presentation Night which will be held on Tuesday, 16 December at 7:30pm at the Frankston Arts Centre.  This night acknowledges and celebrates the achievements of our students from Years 7 to 12. 

Thank You and Best Wishes for the Festive Season

As 2014 draws to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all Senior School teachers for their passion, dedication, enthusiasm and sheer hard work in providing each student with every opportunity to achieve their goals.   They are always giving of their time and assistance, and I thank them for their outstanding commitment and the excellent teaching and learning they have provided for the students.  It is a privilege to work with such dedicated and conscientious teachers.

My sincere appreciation and thanks must go to Mr John Albiston.  Frankston High School is an outstanding school, a school where there is a culture of academic excellence, where every student is given every opportunity to maximise their learning outcomes. There is a dynamic learning environment with shared goals, a sense of responsibility for making a difference and a culture of continuous improvement. This would not be possible without John’s support, encouragement and leadership, and I sincerely thank him for his personal support and his outstanding commitment to Frankston High School.

I would also like to thank the Senior School Administration Team for their assistance and the invaluable work they do in supporting our students – Mrs Maree Granger (Senior Sub School Leader/Year 12 Co-ordinator), Mrs Ellen D’Ambra (Year 11 Co-ordinator), Mrs Carolyn Walsh (Careers Co-ordinator), Mr Con Neratzoglou (Assistant Year 11 Coordinator), Ms Nicole Filippou (Assistant Year 12 Coordinator), Mr Pat Keane (Senior Resource Centre Coordinator) and Ms Linda Hughes (Chaplain).  The drive and leadership of these people is what makes the Senior Campus the school that it is and I thank them most sincerely for their tireless energy in ensuring all students achieve their best.

In addition, I would like to thank and acknowledge the work of our educational support staff – Ms Mindy Fischer (Senior School Office Manager) and Mrs Carolyn McIver (Senior Coordination Administrative Assistant and VET Coordinator).

Finally I would like to thank the parents and the wider Frankston High School Community for your support throughout the year.  I wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and festive season, and I look forward to working with you again in 2015.

Ms Helen Wilson, Campus Principal