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Shenton College

Shenton College. Year 11 Parent Night. Introduction. Robyn Kane Year 11 Year Leader WELCOME. Speakers & Topics. Welcome by Robyn Kane, Year Leader Advice from “successful” students presented by Michael Morgan, Principal Expectations in Year 11

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  1. Shenton College Year 11 Parent Night

  2. Introduction Robyn Kane Year 11 Year Leader WELCOME

  3. Speakers & Topics • Welcome by Robyn Kane, Year Leader • Advice from “successful” students presented by Michael Morgan, Principal • Expectations in Year 11 Sue Gilchrist, Associate Principal, Head of Senior School • Surviving Years 11 & 12 and Study Skills Shakira Durrant, College Psychologist, Barbara Goldflam & Cathy Sayers, Learning Support Advisors • WACE (Graduation) and other requirements Janet Schofield, Dean of Studies

  4. Role of the Mentor Teacher • First point of contact for parents and teachers • Oversees Attendance and Dress Code • Formally and informally delivers SenseAbility/Mind Matters Program • Subject/Course teacher • Liaises with Year Leader

  5. Another measure Public students scoop 457 awards 6 January 2014 Published on Ed-e –mail and Ed-e-News Year 12 graduates from public schools took out more than 450 academic and vocational awards last Friday (January 3). The School Curriculum and Standards Authority Awards recognise excellence among the State’s Year 12 students. The Department of Education’s acting Director General John Leaf said that public school students won an impressive 36 exhibitions and 421 certificates and course awards. The awards haul included 11 General Exhibitions, with one of these going to Shenton College graduate Christopher Ng. Christopher, who studied chemistry, physics, English, mathematics, specialist mathematics and economics, said he enjoyed learning at the school, which was named WA Secondary School of the Year in 2013. “I began with Shenton College in Year 9 as part of the Gifted and Talented academic talent program,” he said. “I made a lot of friends and had life mentors there; but the school gave me more than marks. They taught me it is who I am that matters.”

  6. Snapshot of results • 78% Participation rate in ATAR • 88.7% Median ATAR (84.8% 2012)Highest performance over last 5 years • 100% WACE Achievement Rate (4 years running)- Outstanding • 97% VET Achievement Rate (highest ever)- Outstanding • 99% Attainment Rate (highest ever)- Outstanding

  7. 1General Exhibition: Top 40 in WA: Alex (Chris ) Ng • 2 Course Exhibitions: Highest combined mark in WACE course. Thomas Coombes (EST) & Chelsea Costa (FST) • 8 Certificates of Distinction: Top 0.5 % or top 2 sitting the WACE course – combined mark. 3 Biology, 1 Chemistry, 1 Human Biology, 1 Engineering Studies, 2 Mathematics • 25 Certificates of Commendation: This is a new category and is awarded to each eligible student who attains at least 20 Grades of A in course units or equivalents and achieved the WACE. • 35 School Curriculum and Standards Authority Exhibition and Award Winners • 8th Highest in WA

  8. Advice from successful students: • Study and Study groups • Environment- Have a suitable work environment • Explore the options – Cert 11, CAP, WPL • Diarize – sleep, play, fitness • Supports- look out for the signs and seek support SEEDs of today are the flowers of tomorrow “There is more than one way to the mountain top” Please listen to our advice

  9. Expectations in Year 11 • Six courses, each with 2 Semester units • The amount of study and homework • Assessment Policy: rigid deadlines and penalties • Change Courses by Friday 7th March • Good Standing Policy

  10. Good Standing Policy Three areas where it is implemented • Attendance • Completion of Work • Behaviour

  11. Good Standing Policy Three levels • Level one; student interview with Mentor teacher/Mr. Geoff Ranson and contract. • Level two; parent & student interview with Year Leader and contract. • Level 3; parent & student interview with Associate Principal, Senior School. Alternate Pathways.

  12. Expectations In Year 11 • Dress standards (issue of sports shorts, short skirts and inappropriate shoes) • Behaviour standards • Absentee procedure – notes or SMS EXAMINATIONS • Monday 19th May - Friday 30th May • Monday 3rd November - Friday 14th November Family holidays cannot be scheduled during this time.

  13. Prior to completing Year 11, each student is expected to have: Submitted all assessment items in each course as outlined in the Assessment Policy; Attained an overall course achievement to reflect an average of 5 ‘C’ grades; and Presented their signedGaining Year 12 Status form to the Dean of Studies, Ms Janet Schofield.

  14. Expectations of Year 11 • Those students who have NOT Gained Year 12 Status will be contacted for an interview. • They may be required to attend classes as per Flexible Curriculum until their assessments are completed to an acceptable standard. However this will not guarantee Year 12 Status. • Students may be designated as Year 11 in the following academic year if these requirements have not been met.

  15. Surviving year 11&12 COLLEGE PSYCHOLOGIST Miss Shakira Durrant shakira.durrant@education.wa.edu.au Ph: (08) 9488 2125 Mb: (08) 0467 815 497

  16. Year 11 Parent Night “. . . research shows that the achievement gap is not only about what goes on once kids get into the classroom. It's also about what happens to them before and after school,” says Sharon Robinson, president of the ETS Educational Policy Leadership Institute. “ . . . serves as a reminder that each of us--parents, teachers and policy-makers--has a crucial role to make sure that every child becomes a high achiever.” (Education Issues: Variables Affecting Student Achievement) Sharon Robinson- president Educational Testing Service

  17. Family Tips • A whole family approach to supporting your teenager • Provide positive feedback • Remind them of their goals • Have regular open and honest communication • Set clear and reasonable limits • Encourage problem solving and compromising • Take care of your own health and wellbeing

  18. Parenting Tips Healthy eating, regular exercise and plenty of sleep Encourage study breaks when necessary Discuss school and encourage a positive outlook Avoid nagging Encourage a belief in self Let them know you are available Have realistic expectations Patience Sense of humour Personal health and well-being

  19. Promoting Well-being and Success Balanced Lifestyle Time Management and Routine Goal-setting Realistic Expectations Support Network Developing Emotional Intelligence

  20. a) Interpersonal skills -Empathize -Maintain /develop relationships -Social responsibility b) Intrapersonal skills -Self- awareness -Self- regulation -Motivation Why is it a key to success: Self-motivation/ awareness, manage stress, resolve conflict, motivation, decision making, relationships, creative/flexible thinking, balanced life. Emotional Intelligence

  21. What to expect from your Adolescent Transition Friendship versus Family Break away from adults and adult control Risk-taking behaviour Struggles with identity

  22. Needs of the Adolescent Respect Information Support- constructive social and emotional support from adults Protection Opportunity for growth Gradual independence`

  23. Helping Teens when parents are separated or in conflict Both parents supportive and interested in their child Each household - daily routine, consistent / expectations Good communication between both parents Good relationship between teenager and step-parent

  24. Online Support • E-Couch- https://ecouch.anu.edu.au/welcome Aself-help interactive program with modules for depression, generalised anxiety & worry, social anxiety, relationship breakdown, and loss & grief. It provides evidence-based information and teaches strategies drawn from cognitive, behavioural and interpersonal therapies as well as relaxation and physical activity. • Moodgym- https://moodgym.anu.edu.au/welcome Designed to prevent depression. It consists of five modules, an interactive game, anxiety and depression assessments, downloadable relaxation audio, a workbook and feedback assessment. • Headspace- www.headspace.org.au • Youth Focus- www.youthfocus.com.au • Reach Out- http://au.reachout.com • Lifeline- http://www.lifelinewa.org.au/

  25. Online Support cont.. • Relationships Australia-http://www.wa.relationships.com.au/Courses-and-Seminars/Relationship-Courses Relationships and Family Support workshops $25 pp. short/long courses. Some topics include, Kids and Technology today; Transform your relationships with mindfulness; Parenting Teenage girls for Fathers; Parenting Teenage boys for Mothers; Raising Stepfamilies; Parenting after Separation; and Building Stronger families. • Cold Turkey- http://getcoldturkey.com/ Temporarily block yourself off of popular social media sites, addicting websites, online games and whatever else. PC use. • Self control- http://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/31289/selfcontrol Block distracting websites for predetermined periods of time. Free, MAC use.

  26. STUDENTS NEED TO… • Get organised • Develop good Study Skills • Find a balance

  27. A weekly planner... 3 x 50 mins = 2.5 hours / week /

  28. Study/ Homework Timetable • As a general rule: 150 minutes (2 ½ hours) per course, per week • Best practice: 3 x 50 minute sessions per course, per week

  29. GOOD STUDY SKILLS • GET IT IN YOUR BRAIN • Effective note taking • Using study cards • KEEP IT IN YOUR BRAIN • Memory ‘tricks’ • Mnemonics • Pie. I wish I could remember! Pi • 3 . 1 4 1 5 9 2 • Humour • Colour, symbols, picture • Mindmaps • GET IT OUT OF YOUR BRAIN • Practice, recall • Frequent self-testing

  30. Why we revise http://studyskillstips.wordpress.com/category/memory/

  31. YOU CAN... Provide a quiet and functional study desk Help your child establish routines Have agreed boundaries on time allocated to electronic media Help ensure sufficient sleep and cardiovascular activity for mood regulation and general well being

  32. WHAT WE OFFER • Study skills sessions – voluntary (8am & lunchtimes) • Resources – booklets, handouts, study cards, study guides, videos • Support – one on one appointments by request/referral • Special Exam Arrangements • Tutor list – email to you or photocopies in Student Services foyer • External study skills providers – Weekly/Term Breaks/Residential

  33. KEEP IN TOUCH… Phone: 9488 2100 Email: barbara.goldflam@education.wa.edu.au catherine.sayers@education.wa.edu.au

  34. WACE Requirements Breadth and Depth • Complete at least 20 course units. Up to 10 course equivalents can be from endorsed programs. • Complete 4 units of English or Literature during Yr 11 and 12 (at least two of these units must be studied in Year 12). • In Year 12 study at least one pair of course units from each of List A (arts/languages/social science) and List B (mathematics/science/technology). Achievement Standard • Achieve a C grade average or better across the best 16 course units of which at least 8 units must be completed in Year 12. Endorsed programs and /or VET credit transfer can reduce the required number of course units by up to 6 units. English Language Competence • Achieve a C grade or better in any Stage 1 or higher course unit in English or Literature. WACE Exams (2015) for Stage 3 courses, unless exempt.

  35. WACE EXAM EXEMPTION WACE Examinations for Stage 2 Year 12 students are optional . A student studying Stage 3 courses will be exempt from sitting exams only if they are: • Enrolled to complete units of competency (from related industry areas), in excess of 220 nominal hoursin Year 12 … AND … • Enrolled in 3 or less Stage 2 and /or Stage 3 unit pairs.

  36. University Entrance (standard) • WACE requirements met. • English Stage 2 or 3 and Literature Stage 2 or 3 - scaled score of 50 or better. • Prerequisite courses. • TEA (Tertiary Entrance Aggregate) score is the sum of your four (4) best courses. Recommended minimum four courses at stage 3. • ATAR – Australian Tertiary Admission Rank is a percentile ranking. An ATAR high enough to gain entry into the course of choice.

  37. Courses that Count Towards ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) • Stage 1 units and Certificate courses only contribute towards WACE and entry to a STP, not ATAR. • Stage 2 (optional WACE exams in 2015) and Stage 3 courses must sit the WACE exam in Yr 12 (unless exempt). • Courses with Stage 2 and Stage 3 paired units undergo a marks adjustment process (moderation, standardisation and scaling) for ATAR purposes.

  38. University Alternative Entry • There are a variety of Alternate pathways which facilitate university entry. • Clarify all entry requirements with the relevant universities as these will vary. • English requirements may also vary.

  39. State Training Provider (TAFE) Entry Requirements All applicants must meet minimum entryrequirements Communication & Mathematics; • Courses are split into competitive and non -competitive for entry purposes; • About 30% of courses are competitive and selection criteria need to be meet; • Checkthe website for latest details: http://www.trainingwa.wa.gov.au/trainingcourses/detcms/portal/

  40. Selection Criteria Maximum score = 100 points • Qualification pathway • Maximum score = 29 points eg Cert II Hospitality • Work experience/employment • Maximum score = 29 points • 0.002 points per hour worked • Includes paid/unpaid, full-time/part-time work, work experience, voluntary work, community service; • Secondary education/Skill development • Maximum score = 42 points • Scoring based on English result, plus best two other results. See the Training WA website: http://www.trainingwa.wa.gov.au/dtwd/detcms/portal/ Follow link to ‘Training Courses’ / ’TAFE Admissions’ / ’How To Apply – Full-time TAFE’ / ’Entrance requirements for full-time study’

  41. Checklist for Students to be Successful in Year 11 • Completion of all courses. • A ‘C’ average (minimum requirement). • A ‘C’ or better in English or Literature. • To continue with a university pathway and sit the WACE exams: a competitive score for Uni entry (65% + for Stage 3 and 75% + for Stage 2). • To continue STP/TAFE Diploma pathway: A minimum ‘C’ in all Year 11 courses. Working towards completion of a National VET Qualification.

  42. Work Experience • Any week during term time. • Exam weeks (Flexible Curriculum) strongly recommended for students not sitting exams. • Term 1 holidays for students who study Stage 2 & 3 courses. • Student to see Ms Hamburg or Ms Sayer to make application for work experience.

  43. Can I Change Courses? • Early is better- catch up work. • Deadline to change courses is end of Week 5, Friday 7th March.Restricted choices • some classes may be full • choices must fit the timetable • Be fully informed.

  44. ENDORSED PROGRAMS • Recognise areas of learning not covered by courses. • May contribute up to 10 unit equivalents towards WACE breadth and depth requirement. • Examples include: • Cadets WA • performance in school productions • examinations in music, speech and drama • university studies • Keys for Life pre-driver education program. • Evidence may include a combination of signed attendance records, journals, self evaluation, certificates and validation. • See Cathy Sayers

  45. Contact for Course and Careers Advisors Janet Schofield (0419 922 153) Janet.Schofield@det.wa.edu.au Lyn Johnson (Tuesday & Friday) Lyn.Johnson@det.wa.edu.au Jane Hamburg Jane.Hamburg@education.wa.edu.au Bill Friday William.Friday@education.wa.edu.au

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