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YEAR 10 PARENT NIGHT

YEAR 10 PARENT NIGHT. WELCOME!. INTRODUCTION. Di Parker Year 10 Co-ordinator. YEAR 10 PARENT NIGHT. Michael Morgan, Principal Welcome Chris Hill, Head of Academic Programs & Year Ten Shenton Year 10 in 2013 Shakira Durrant, College Psychologist Meeting the Challenges Year 10

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YEAR 10 PARENT NIGHT

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  1. YEAR 10 PARENT NIGHT WELCOME!

  2. INTRODUCTION Di Parker Year 10 Co-ordinator

  3. YEAR 10 PARENT NIGHT Michael Morgan, Principal Welcome Chris Hill, Head of Academic Programs & Year Ten Shenton Year 10 in 2013 Shakira Durrant, College Psychologist Meeting the Challenges Year 10 Making the Right Choices Jan Schofield, Course and Careers Advisor 3

  4. Shenton Y10: Building a Powerful Community Year 10 is IMPORTANT Grades! Good Standing Academic Challenges Supporting: Culture: personal best; success; commitment Sound Subject Selection Exam Resilience May 28-31 National testing (UNSW ICAS) Science: June 5 English: July 31 Mathematics: August 13 Y10 Parent Community 4

  5. Successful Students Study 5

  6. MEETING THE CHALLENGESOF YEAR 10Shakira DurrantCollege Psychologist

  7. ADOLESCENCE(from the Latin word, meaning “to grow”) Period of great changes in: Physical appearance Emotions Brain development Thought processes Adolescence begins at about age 10 to 13 years, and may be viewed as ending in the late teens to early 20s.

  8. WHAT ADOLESCENTS WANT…WHAT DO THEY NEED? Excitement Thrills/Risks Privacy Independence-Break away from adults and adult control Adult Status Struggles with identity: WHO AM I? (above all) RESPECT, LOVE & ACCEPTANCE BY THEIR FAMILIES Friendships tend to be more important than Family

  9. Resilience “The capacity to face, overcome, be strengthened and transformed by adversity.” • Charismatic Adult • Islands of Competence • Positive Self-Talk • Problem Solving • Meaning and Purpose • Seeking Help

  10. IMPORTANT ISSUES TO CONSIDER AND DISCUSS Physical and Emotional wellbeing (Hobbies / Sport / Adult connection) Exercise and Relaxation (Gym / Down time / Sleep) School Progress (Engagement/ Connectedness) Time-Management (PC) Cold Turkey http://getcoldturkey.com/ (MAC) Self Control http://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/31289/selfcontrol (Work vs. School vs. Play) Risk-Taking Behaviour

  11. WHAT CAN WE DO? Stay Connected (Family Meetings/ 1:1 Quality Time/ Positive Reinforcement) Negotiate Boundaries (Rewards +Consequences) Risk Taking Behaviour (Planning ahead- Family Meeting / Problem solving / Rewards+ Consequences) Dealing with Emotional Behaviour ( Listen /Summarize / Ask how you could help them solve their problem/ Cool off time)

  12. SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE COMMUNITY Centrecare 9325 6644 Kinway Counselling 9263 2050 Relationships Australia 1300 364 277 Parent Drug Info Service 9442 5050 DCP Parenting Line 9272 1466 DCP Family Helpline 9223 1100 Crisis Care 1800 199 008

  13. USEFUL RESOURCES AND LINKS Books Girl Stuff by Kaz Cooke (2007) Surviving Adolescents; Princess Bitchface by Dr Michael Carr-Gregg Raising Girls; Raising Boys; Manhood by Steve Biddulf Taking Charge By Sarah Edelmann Positive Psychology in the Movies By Ryan Niemic and Danny Wedding Websites Headspace- Online, Phone, and In clinic https://www.eheadspace.org.au/ MoodGym https://moodgym.anu.edu.au/welcome Happy Rambles http://happyrambles.com/ Mental Health in Australia www.mentalhealth.gov.au Australian Psychological Society www.psychology.org.au 15

  14. Making the Right Choices Jan Schofield

  15. Career Education Program The year 10 Course has three main areas: Self Awareness What are my interests and capabilities? Future Options Career choices Course selection Post school education and training The world of Work Work experience and working Getting a part time job

  16. The High Five Principles of Career Development • Change is constant – the world around us is changing, be open to change & new opportunities. • Learning is ongoing – strive for personal improvement; stay motivated by learning new skills & developing new talents. • Focus on the journey – not the destination; your career journey will be life long with varied experiences. • Know yourself, believe in yourself & follow your heart – combine your interests with career opportunities. • Access your allies – rely on support of your family, friends, teachers, mentors and peers.

  17. Specific Learning Differences Students with identified Specific Learning Differences will require a case conference with a parent and one of the Learning Support Advisors, the College Psychologist and either the Year Coordinator or Head of Year 10 to discuss: • Individualised Education Plans • Special Exam Arrangements e.g. extra working or rest time • Any addition support strategies or resources

  18. Work Experience Can be completed in Year 10, 11 or 12 On application to Mr Foley – Workplace Learning Coordinator Year 10 Work@UWA Program In a variety of areas (Hospitality, Science, Medical, Arts, etc) Term 3 (details will be advertised during Term 2) UWA present to students Thursday 21st March

  19. Requirements for Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) Breadth and Depth Complete at least 20 course units or equivalent Complete 4 units of English or Literatureduring Yr 11 and 12 (two of these units must be in Year 12). In Year 12 study at least one pair of course units from each of List A (arts/languages/social science) andList 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. Exams for stage 2 and 3 courses, unless exempt.

  20. All courses stage 1, 2 & 3 and VET Certificate Studies contribute to the achievement of WACE.

  21. COURSES Stage 1A1B, 1C1D and VET Certificate Courses Pathways include STP/TAFE, Apprenticeship, Traineeship Practical emphasis coupled with theory in school. Some courses include National VET competencies or are stand alone VET courses e.g. Cert II Tourism or Cert II Sport Coaching. Students can achieve National VET Qualifications, ie. Certificate II which will make them very competitive for TAFE entry. Some students may have a course which requires them to be out of school one day per week e.g. TAFE or Workplace Learning

  22. Want to go to State Training Provider TAFE? TAFE Entry Requirements All applicants must meet minimum entry requirements Communication (English) & Mathematics About 30% of courses are competitive and a selection criteria will need to be meet; Checkthe website for latest details: http://www.trainingwa.wa.gov.au/trainingcourses/detcms/portal/

  23. STP/TAFE 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’

  24. Courses Stage 2 (Year 11) and Stage 3 (Year 12) Pathways include University and TAFE entry • Academic rigour. • Five days in school. • Minimum of three study/homework sessions per course each week. • 3 - 4 hours of study at home per night. • WACE exams in Stage 2 & 3 are compulsory. • Exams for university entry, 50:50 school and exams. • Scores can be over 5 consecutive years for university entry.

  25. Want to go to University? Entry Requirements • Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) • Final Scaled Score of 50 or better in an English or Literature • TEA (Tertiary Entrance Aggregate) is the sum of four (4) best stage 2 or stage 3 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. • Pre-requisite courses (as required) TISC www.tisc.edu.au

  26. Combination/Alternative Courses for Students in 2014 6 courses including Workplace Learning 5 courses + STP/TAFE Career Access Program (3 days in school + WPL, STP/TAFE or PAiS) School Based Traineeship - 2 days in industry, 3 day at school - complete 4 courses, including WPL Pre-Apprenticeship in Schools - 2 days in industry, 3 days at school - complete 4 courses, including WPL

  27. Choices for 2014 Return to School STP/TAFE (full time) Traineeship Apprenticeship Employment (full time) which includes training Agricultural College

  28. Career Advice Computer assistance myfuture http://www.myfuture.edu.au Job guide www.jobguide.deewr.gov.au/ Job Outlook www.joboutlook.gov.au Books Job Guide, Uni/TAFE Handbooks, Other DEST’s Parents help with careers http://deewr.gov.au/parents-talking-career-choices-booklet http://deewr.gov.au/career-bullseye-posters People C&CA, School Staff, Relatives, Friends Places Careers Info Centre; TAFE; UNI; Library.

  29. Myfuture Website www.myfuture.edu.au

  30. Contact for Course and Careers Advisors Janet Schofield (0419 922 153) janet.schofield@det.wa.edu.au Lyn Johnson (Monday & Thursday) lyn.johnson@det.wa.edu.au Jane Hamburg (Thursday) Jane.hamburg@education.wa.edu.au Shenton College: 9488 2100 www.shenton.wa.edu.au (internal/careers resources) Shenton College: 9488 2100 www.shenton.wa.edu.au (internal/careers resources)

  31. CAREERS, Education and Employment Expo 16 – 19 May 2013 Perth Convention Exhibition Centre http://careersandeducationexpo.exibit.com.au/

  32. EOC’s National Careers and Employment Expo 2012 13 and 15 September Perth Convention Exhibition Centre http://www.eocexpo.com.au/perth.aspx

  33. ENDORSED PROGRAMS Recognise areas of learning not covered in school. Contribute unit equivalents towards Graduation and the 20 “A” grades required for a Certificate of Commendation. Some examples include: Sport- elite and recreational Science- all aspects achieved out of school time Performance and examinations in music, speech and drama School Trips Work- both paid and voluntary Evidence must be presented in the form of a certificate or student journal. See Ms Catherine Sayers (Tuesday) 35

  34. FAREWELL Next Parent Information Evening: Monday, June 17 (Week 7 Term 2, 2013)

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