Teaching and Learning Hub

Premiers' Reading Challenge

This year the school will be taking part in the Premiers' Reading Challenge. To complete the Challenge, Students need to read 15 books by the end of August. At least 10 must be from the Challenge list, which includes fiction, graphic novels, non-fiction, and picture books. If students in Years 7 to 12 would like to participate, they should talk to their English teacher. Mrs Glenn in the Library is also happy if their class is not participating.

Landscapes of Casey Photography Competition

Calling all photographers – be part of recording the City of Casey as it is now, for future generations!

Enter our Landscapes of Casey photography competition this Autumn and help us collect images of the City of Casey current landscapes, for tomorrow’s history.

Photos submitted will be kept in our Local History Archive and used for historical projects in the future.

By entering, you will also be in the running for some great prizes!

To find out more and enter, follow this link: https://www.cclc.vic.gov.au/landscapes-of-casey-photography-competition/

Homework

Are you a parent/carer that wonders if your child receives homework?

Let me tell you, they do! Here at HPSC, we are setting higher expectations than ever before. All students receive homework form their subject teachers as part of our commitment to improving learning outcomes and preparing students for the senior years and world of work. Longitudinal research demonstrates a strong, positive correlation between homework and student achievement, meaning students who did homework performed better in school. This correlation gets stronger as students move through secondary school. Students who establish a positive routine of completing an appropriate amount of homework are able to stay on top of their studies, feel less stress, improve their study habits and learn self-discipline.  

How can you help at home?

Often parents/carers wonder what strategies and support they can put in place at home. We would suggest, if possible, setting up a quiet zone with a desk to help your child complete homework and study. Moreover, we’d suggest setting a routine of completing homework prior to leisure activities such as watching TV or playing computer games. This routine can be supported by a visual planner that helps with time management, monitoring and a positive reward system. If you would like any tips or advice with supporting your child(ren) to complete their homework, please don’t hesitate to contact the Mentor teacher, subject teachers, House Student Learning Leaders or ourselves.

Kind Regards,                                                             

Paul Broecker                                                    

Assistant Principal

Melanie Larcombe

Curriculum and Pedagogy Leader