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Course Selection

Handbook

Year 10

2015

Great School! Great Students! Great Results!

Telephone: (+61 3 8804 6464) Fax (+61 3 88046499) E-mail: [email protected]

Internet Web Site: http://www.blackburnhs.vic.edu.au

http://www.blackburnhs.vic.edu.au/

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Table of Contents

Contents

Preamble

The Process

Rules for selecting a course

Year 10 Subject Offerings - 2015

Sample Courses

Studying VCE Units 1and 2 in Year 10

Subject Descriptions

Appendix

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Preamble Year 10 at Blackburn High School attempts to give students choice as each Key Learning Area offers electives. Our intention is to motivate and prepare students for the Victorian Certificate of Education (hereafter VCE) by offering some choices at Year 10. Furthermore, there are careers advice strategies in place to help students develop a Year 10 course which will lead to a VCE pathway that is relevant to the student’s interests and strengths but has some flexibility. Like all elective systems, there will be choice but that does not mean all subjects will run or that students will always get their first preference. 21stC High Achievers Program (HAP) students must enrol in two VCE Units 1 and 2 in Year 10. We also encourage all students who wish to complete a VCE subject early, that is undertake a Unit 1 and 2 in Year 10 with the intention of completing a Unit 3 and 4 in Year 11, to enrol in a VCE subject of their choosing. Approximately 40% of students undertake an early VCE subject in Victoria. However, the school is aware that not all students are ready for this study commitment so certain requirements need to be met. Students need to be aware that they must have the commitment, enthusiasm and skills to complete an early VCE subject in Year 10. Students should be selecting a Year 10 course on the basis of interests and future pathways. It is necessary, therefore, that students read the Appendix which has information on VCE subjects and Assessment and Reporting processes in order to be informed of VCE guidelines and processes. Students should discuss selections with Terry McGann, our Director of Pathways, parents and teachers and, if necessary, seek professional careers advice.

The process

Students select subjects on the basis of interests and possible career pathways.

Students need to follow the rules for selecting a Year 10 Course.

Students place their selections in preferential order. This is vital to ensure student gain their most preferred course.

Students wishing to enrol in a VCE subject in Year 10 should select the appropriate subject, in preferential order, when completing their web preferences. At Blackburn High School students are encouraged to consider enrolling in a Year 11 subject in Year 10 once they are aware of the study demands of the course. We advise all our Year 10 students to seek out this challenge recognising the extra demands of VCE study.

Students make their subject selections using “web preferences”. This is an on-line program which has step by step instructions on how to complete this task and will not allow students to break the selection rules.

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The Rules for Selecting a Year 10 Course Students select twelve (12) Semester length Units as well as two “reserve’ Units from this Handbook. These Electives have been developed by the Key Learning Areas. All students must undertake the compulsory Units of English (2) AND the compulsory Units of Mathematics AND undertake one (1) Science within their twelve (12) Units. In addition, all 21stC HAP students must undertake two VCE Units 1 and 2. Other Year 10 students may select one VCE Units 1 and 2 if they wish to complete a VCE subject early. Once students have selected the English, Maths and Science Units, they may select electives that will interest them and provide them with a pathway. They may seek the advice of the Pathways Director, teachers, mentor teachers and parents for guidance. Students may select a maximum of three (3) Units from any of the Key Learning Areas.

Compulsory Subjects (Elective Units) that must be undertaken by all Year 10 students for 2015.

Subject Name

English Both Electives must be undertaken

Literature (Semester based Unit) – compulsory Texts and Issues (Semester based Unit) – compulsory Texts and Issues EAL( Semester 1 and 2)compulsory

Mathematics Min two (Maths must be studied all year)

Mathematics (Semester 1 and 2)

Science Min one Max three

Biology – Semester based Unit Chemistry (semester - -pre-requisite for Year 11 Chemistry) Physics (semester – pre-requisite for Year 11 Physics) General Science (has an Environmental Science component)

Optional Subjects (Elective Units) offered to all

Year 10 students for 2015. Please read through relevant sections of this handbook for detailed information on Elective

Units.

KLA Area Minimum no. of units

Choose semesters length subjects from the following list of choices

English/EAL Optional Journalism Enhancement Literature

Interdisciplinary Unit –

Optional Global Investigations (leads to Extended Investigations in Units 3 and 4)

Art No minimum

Art Ceramics

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Photography Multimedia Visual Communication

Technology No minimum

Food Textiles IT Application Wood

Humanities No minimum

History Geography History/Geography (combined)

PE/ Health / Sport

No minimum

Sports Leadership Dance Fitness and Weight Training Team Sports

Music No Minimum

Group Performance, Arranging, Composition & Theory Solo Performance, Aural Musicianship & Analysis Music Technology

Language 0 or 2 French 1 and 2 German 1 and 2

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Sample Program 1 – For an Engineering, Medicine and/or Science pathway

Unit No.

Subject Unit No.

Subject

1 English -Text and Issues 7 Global Investigations

2 English – Literature 8 Science Elective Chemistry

3 Maths Methods(Enhanced stream)

9 Early Start VCE Biology – Unit 1

4 Maths Methods(Enhanced stream)

10 Early Start VCE Biology – Unit 2

5 Art 11 Visual Communication

6 History 12 Science Elective Physics

Sample Program 2 – For a Law, Humanities, Arts, Social Science pathway

Unit No.

Subject Unit No.

Subject

1 English - Texts and Issues 7 Sports Leadership

2 English – Literature 8 Philosophy

3 Enhancement Literature 9 French OR German

4 Mathematics Methods 10 French OR German

5 Mathematics Methods 11 Early Start VCE History

6 Global Investigations 12 Visual Communication

Sample Program 3 – For the Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and Music pathway

Unit No.

Subject Unit No.

Subject

1 English Text and Issues 7 PE/Health Core Dance

2 English - Literature 8 Science –General Science

3 Mathematics Methods 9 Music Technology

4 Mathematics Methods 10 Art – Photography

5 Art 11 Early VCE – Music Performance

6 History 12 Early VCE – Music Performance

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When applying to study a VCE Unit 1 & 2 in Year 10 the following criteria will apply:-

Academic performance across subjects

Organisational Skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Attendance

Teacher recommendations (whether the student has the skills and motivation to meet VCE requirements)

Year 10 students, at Blackburn High School, are encouraged to undertake the challenge of a VCE subject: however, students must be prepared to meet the study demands of a VCE subject.

All VCE Units 1 & 2 Subjects Offered at Blackburn High School

(Year 10 students can apply to study only those subjects in bold italics)

KLA Area VCE Subjects

Arts Art, Studio Art, Visual Communication & Design, Music Performance

English English, EAL, Literature,

Humanities History, Geography, Accounting, Business Management, Legal Studies, Philosophy

LOTE French, German,

Mathematics General Maths, Maths Methods

PE/Health/Sport Physical Education, Health and Human Development

Science Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology

Technology Food and Technology, Production Design and Technology (Wood), IT Applications

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NEW YEAR 10 ELECTIVE 2015

Interdisciplinary Unit – Global Investigations (Year 10 Elective) Key Learning Area – Interdisciplinary Learning/Cross Curriculum Perspectives In this unit students will research and investigate a number of issues relevant to global citizenship. This unit will suit students who are independent learners and have particular passions and interests and wish to investigate questions around Sustainability and Asia. This unit will lead to VCE Extended Investigations in Year 11 and 12 if there is sufficient interest.

Topics to be studied:

1. Reading “It’s a long way home” by Saroo Brierley. Saroo Brierley left his poor village home in India and went to watch his brother work at the train station. He got separated from his brother and ended up on the streets of Calcutta, then eventually was adopted by a family in Tasmania. Twenty years later, he used Google Earth to trace his village in India. Astonishingly, through Google Earth, he found his family after six years of research on the internet.

2. Designing a research question/Critical Thinking

3. Project one –Sustainability

4. Project two – Asia project (may involve trip to China)

Enrichment Activities Research at the State Library Trip to Immigration Museum Homework and Home study Literature Review on their area of investigation Assessment Oral Presentation Written Report on Investigation Trip to China (sister school) if there is sufficient interest. If the trip goes ahead, there will be the cost of an airfare and accommodation costs which will be kept to a minimum. Resources Student Text “It’s a long way home” Saroo Brierley See Ms. Roberts, Teaching and Learning Leader at the school if you wish to find out more about this Elective.

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English – Texts and Issues (This unit is compulsory for all students) Key Learning Area - English In this unit students will study texts, discuss and write about themes and issues relevant to today’s society. Students will be encouraged to think critically and write about their ideas using a range of persuasive techniques. Newspapers, novels and plays will be studied in this unit. This Unit will prepare students specifically for VCE English.


1. Writing for audience and purpose

2. Context – Justice

3. Study of Text – Merchant Of Venice/ Triage

4. Using Language to Persuade

Enrichment Activities Attend performance of a Shakespeare Play. Guest speakers. Homework and Home study Regular Completion of homework Reading of Set Texts, Regular wide reading of newspapers Completion of unfinished class work Research for class assignments Viewing news items on multimedia Oral presentations. Assessment Participation in class discussions and oral presentations Text responses Writing folio Analysis of language responses Resources Student Texts: Merchant of Venice, Triage, Persuasive Language In MediaTexts Film Text. Merchant of Venice

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English as an Additional Language (EAL) – Texts and Issues (This unit is compulsory for all EAL students, i.e. students who qualify for EAL status) Key Learning Area - English In this unit students will study texts, discuss and write about themes and issues relevant to today’s society. Students will be encouraged to think critically and write about their ideas using a range of text types. In this Unit there will be a focus on developing grammatical and language skills. Newspapers, novels and plays will be studied in this unit. This Unit will prepare students specifically for VCE EAL.



2. Context –Identity and Belonging

3. Study of Text – The Happiest Refugee

4. Language Techniques

Enrichment Activities Guest speakers. Homework and Home study Regular Completion of homework Reading of Set Texts, Regular wide reading of newspapers Completion of unfinished class work Research for class assignments Viewing news items on multimedia Oral presentations. Assessment Participation in class discussions and oral presentations Text responses Writing folio Analysis of language responses Resources Student Texts: The Happiest Refugee Film Text. To be decided

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English – Journalism (Optional 3rd unit) Key Learning Area - English The Journalism Unit focuses on reading, writing and issues in the media. Students will be introduced to a number of texts types and journalistic styles. Students will be given the opportunity to experiment with different text types and produce well written and highly structured pieces on issues of interest to the students.



2. Writing in various journalistic styles

3. Study of Text – newspapers and media programs

4. Production of a small newspaper

5. Issues Responses – Language Analysis tasks

6. Oral Presentations

Enrichment Activities Guest Speaker – Journalist from a newspaper Producing a small newspaper Homework and Home study Regular Completion of homework Regular wide reading of newspapers Completion of unfinished class work Research for class assignments Viewing news items on multimedia Oral presentations. Assessment Participation in class discussion, Oral presentations- response to an issue Text responses Writing folio Analysis of language responses Resources Student Texts: Persuasive Language Text Journalism Booklet

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Literature (This Unit is compulsory for all students)

Key Learning Area - English

Topics to be studied

1. Writing for different audiences and purposes

2. Studying and performing Greek myths and plays

3. Reading various novels from different periods

4. Text responses The Odyssey and To Kill a Mockingbird

5. Poetry folio

6. Extended writing tasks

Enrichment Activities Play production to be held at school or production of Audio Book or Graphic Novel on set text. Homework and Home study Reading of set texts, Regular wide reading Completion of unfinished class work Research for class assignments Preparation for Oral Presentations Assessment Participation in class discussion Greek theatre Research Assignment Responses to texts- Novel project Research author or project Oral Presentations Resources Student Texts: The Odyssey and To Kill A Mockingbird Library research on different assignments

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Enhancement Literature (Optional 3rd Unit) Key Learning Area - English Topics to be studied:

1. Study of set texts: Catcher In the Rye and a study of heroes and villains in Shakespeare texts (extracts from various plays).

2. Reading Project themes – student choice

3. Writing in a range of text types for different audiences

3. Elements of creative writing

4. Passage Analysis – in preparation for VCE Literature

5. Reading short stories, poetry and non-fiction

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Extension and Enrichment Activities Reading project – student choice A study of heroes and villains in Shakespeare Opportunities for deep learning Attend Melbourne Writers Festival Homework and Home study Extensive reading and writing tasks Completion of tasks from class work Development of written work as required Assessment Oral Presentation of Reading Project Writing Folio – creative, imaginative and persuasive Reading for Project Exam Texts Salinger, The Catcher in the Rye Shakespeare, A Midsummer Night’s Dream

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English (ESL)

This subject is for ESL students only and is a full year subject. Students must qualify for ESL status to enrol in this subject. Please see Ms. Roberts, Teaching and Learning Leader, if unsure of eligibility. In this Unit, students will study texts, discuss and write about themes and issues relevant to today’s society. Students will be encouraged to think critically and write about their ideas using a range of persuasive techniques. Newspapers, novels and plays will be studied in this unit.


1. Study of set texts: The Happiest Refugee

2. Reading Project

3. Writing in a wide variety of text types

3. Reading a wide variety of text types including newspapers

4. Watching film text and writing responses to the text

5. Context study – Justice

Enrichment Activities Attend performance of a Shakespeare Play. Guest speakers. Homework and Home study Regular Completion of homework Reading of Set Texts, Regular wide reading of newspapers Completion of unfinished class work Research for class assignments Viewing news items on multimedia Oral presentations

Assessment Participation in class discussions and oral presentations Text responses Writing folio Analysis of language responses Texts

The Happiest Refugee Ahn Do Film (TBC)

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German A & B (must be studied over both semesters) Key Learning Area – Languages The course is designed to extend students’ knowledge and provide a step-up to VCE. We will encourage you to continue to VCE, but it is not a pre-requisite for this course. Topics to be studied include:

1. Free time activities

2. The world of work

3. Germany and Australia

3. German music and film

4. Holidays

5. Berlin and Melbourne

6. Youth issues

Extension Activities Excursions in Melbourne Film competition Song competition Trips to the movies to see German films German cooking School website uploads Contact with our sister school in Germany Homework & Home study Revision of class work at home on a regular basis. Preparation for ongoing vocabulary tests. Learning of grammatical structures for assessment. Revision for topic tests. Completion of tasks commenced in classroom. Assessment Topic tests Vocabulary and Grammar tests Specified assignments for the assessment of the skills of listening, speaking, reading

and writing Project work Research Tasks including using ICT Resources Supplied in class Additional Notes As you have spent a number of years learning German it makes sense to continue. There are many benefits to taking German at Year 10 and beyond:

Your VCE score is awarded “bonus points” giving you a higher ATAR score.

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You never know when it will come in handy.

German is a world language and can be used in many places – not everyone

speaks English!

You will be able to establish contact with students of your own age in our sister

school in Germany.

A trip to Germany, in 2014, might be a possibility if there is sufficient interest.

Employers increasingly value people who can communicate in other languages.

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French A & B – (must be studied over both semesters) Key Learning Area – Languages The course is designed to extend students’ knowledge and provide a step-up to VCE. We will encourage you to continue to VCE, but it is not a pre-requisite for this course.


1. Free time activities

2. The world of work

3. France and Australia

3. French music and film

4. Holidays

5. Paris and Melbourne

6. Youth issues

Enrichment Activities Excursion to the French Film Festival Excursions in Melbourne French film competition French song competition French cooking School website uploads Contact with a sister school * *We are hoping to have a French sister school by the start of next year so that our students can make contact with French students of their own age. Homework & Home study Revision of class work at home on a regular basis. Preparation for ongoing vocabulary tests Learning of grammatical structures for assessment Revision for topic tests Completion of tasks commenced in classroom. Assessment Topic tests Vocabulary and Grammar tests Specified assignments for the assessment of the skills of listening, speaking, reading

and writing Project work Research Tasks including using ICT Term projects (including using ICT): Resources Supplied in class

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Additional notes As you have spent a number of years learning French it makes sense to continue. There are many benefits to taking French at Year 10 and beyond:

Your VCE score is awarded “bonus points” giving you a higher ATAR score.

You never know when it will come in handy.

French is a world language and can be used in many places – not everyone

speaks English!

You will be able to establish contact with students of your own age in our sister

school in France which is currently under development

A trip to France might be a possibility, in 2014, if there is sufficient interest.

Employers increasingly value people who can communicate in other languages.

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Mathematics Key Learning Area - Mathematics Topics Topics will be studied from the following:

1. Functions (Parabolas) (N&A)

2. Real Numbers (N&A)

3. Linear Graphs (N&A)

4. Trigonometry (M&G)

5. Probability (S&P)

6. Circle Geometry (M&G)

7. Quadratic Expressions (N&A)

8. Indices (N&A)

9. Measurement (M&G)

10. Quadratic Equations (N&A)

11. Statistics (S&P)

Modified programs are available within year 10 Mathematics.

A modified program is available for those students who wish to retain the option of doing year 11 VCE General Maths, but not year 11 VCE Maths Methods. A modified program is available for those students who aspire to doing 11 VCE Maths Methods and subsequently 12 VCE Maths Methods and 12 VCE Specialist Maths.

Extension Activities Mathematics competitions Problem solving tasks Challenge activities from the textbook Enrichment tasks from the textbook

Homework & Home study Maths Quest homework program Completion of class work Completion of project and problem solving tasks Preparation for topic tests and common tests Regular revision of class work

Assessment Topic tests Project/Problem Solving Common Semester Test (held twice yearly in June and November). Homework program

Resources Student owned textbook – Maths Quest 10 + 10A for the Australian Curriculum Scientific calculator Protractor School supplied Mathematics equipment

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Essential Items Levy and Voluntary School Levy to pay for additional Mathematics materials Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Mathematics excursions or activities in which they participate. Dimensions: Number and Algebra (N&A); Measurement and Geometry (M&G); Statistics & Probability(S&P)

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Art Key Learning Area – The Arts Topics to be studied

1. The elements and principles of art and colour theory

2. Exploration of drawing media 3. Figure and portraiture drawing 4. Painting techniques and projects

5. Relief printing 6. Mixed-media artwork 7. Research assignments based on

practical work 8. Design and development work in

visual art diary 9. Weekly sketches in visual art diary

Extension Activities Art competitions – Run by the school and the wider community. Involvement in group activities for community projects.

Homework & Home study Collection of images and sketches in art diary Worksheets as set by the classroom teacher Completion of some tasks commenced in the classroom. Completing assignment/research work

Learning Tasks Folio of artworks Design Process (Visual Arts Diary) Research Projects Exam

Resources Student owned book – Visual Arts Diary School supplied Art and ICT equipment Essential Items Levy and Voluntary School Levy to pay for Art materials Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Visual Art excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Ceramics Key Learning Area – The Arts Topics to be studied

1. Revision of hand-building techniques – coil, pinch and slab.

2. Instructions on the use of kilns

3. Glazing and surface decoration techniques

4. Slip casting techniques

5. Slip cast plates, decorated using coloured slips and under glazes

6. Functional sculptures – e.g. teapots

7. Non-functional sculptures using a variety of construction techniques

8. Research assignments based on practical work

9. Development work in visual art diary

10. Using the Internet for written assignments

Extension Activities Lunchtime classes for interested students. Art competitions – Run by the school and the wider community. Involvement in group activities for community projects.

Homework & Home study Collection of images and sketches in art diary. Completion of some tasks commenced in the classroom. Completing assignment/research work.

Learning Tasks Folio of artworks Design Process (Visual Arts Diary) Research Projects Exam


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Multimedia Key Learning Area – The Arts Topics to be studied

1. Digital drawing and painting techniques- Illustrator and Photoshop

2. Animation – Flash and Pivot

3. Image distortion and manipulation

4. Product design (t-shirt, car, CD Cover)

5. Video editing - Movie Maker

6. Create music tracks - Audacity

7. Web page design

8. Digital Portfolios

9. Group project

10. Email etiquette, Blogs, Hypertext, Copy Right issues.

11. Research assignments

Extension Activities Lunchtime classes for interested students. Competitions – Run by the school and the wider community. Involvement in group activities for community projects.

Homework & Home study Worksheets as set by the classroom teacher. Completion of some tasks commenced in the classroom. Completing assignment/research work.

Learning Tasks Design Process Multimedia Production Research Project Resources Student owned book – Display book School supplied ICT equipment Essential Items Levy and Voluntary School Levy to pay for software and printing costs Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Photography Key Learning Area – The Arts Topics to be studied

1. The camera and taking photographs

2. Downloading & saving images and using scanners

3. Photoshop techniques

4. Photo-collage

5. Product design

6. Portraiture photography

7. Design Brief & Self Analysis

8. Group project

9. Research assignments

10. Journal documenting production

Extension Activities Competitions – Run by the school and the wider community. Involvement in group activities for community projects.

Homework & Home study Worksheets and assignments as set by the classroom teacher. Completion of some tasks commenced in the classroom.

Learning Tasks Design Process and development work in journal Production of photographic artworks Research Projects Exam Resources Student owned book – Display book School supplied ICT equipment Essential Items Levy and Voluntary School Levy to pay for software and printing costs Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Visual Communication

Key Learning Area – The Arts Topics to be studied

1. The Design Process

2. The designer/client relationship (design brief)

3. Paraline drawings.

4. Perspective drawings.

5. Rendering techniques

6. Digital drawing and 3D rendering techniques

7. Analysing Visual Communication

Extension Activities Lunchtime classes for interested students Art competitions – Run by the school and the wider community. Involvement in group activities for community projects

Homework & Home study Collection of images and sketches in art diary Completion of some tasks commenced in the classroom. Completing assignment/research work

Learning Tasks Environmental Design Industrial Design Visual Communication Analysis


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Group Performance, Arranging, Composition & Theory

Key Learning Area - Music Topics to be studied

1. Group Performance

2. Arranging & Composing music for a small group

3. Music Theory

Extension Activities Music Composition Competitions A.M.E.B. Theory Exam Preparation

Homework & Home study Regular completion of theory questions Completing assignment/research work

Learning Tasks Group Performance of Arranging and Composition Tasks Theory Test Self- Assessment Composition and Arranging Task using ICT

Resources USB key/memory stick Headphones School supplied handout sheets Essential Items Levy and Voluntary School Levy to pay for additional materials Students may be asked to pay for excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Solo Performance, Aural Musicianship and Analysis

Key Learning Area - Music Topics to be studied

1. Solo Performance

2. Aural Perception

3. Practical Musicianship

4. Stylistic Analysis

Extension Activities Music Eisteddfods Advanced Practical Musicianship Tasks

Homework & Home study Practise on chosen musical instrument Completing and recording practical musicianship tasks

Learning Tasks Solo Performances Aural Test Practical Activities Peer Assessment Research and Analysis Task using ICT

Resources USB key/memory stick Headphones School supplied handout sheets Essential Items Levy and Voluntary School Levy to pay for additional materials Students may be asked to pay for excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Music Technology Key Learning Area – Music


1. Performance Audio (setting up a PA system)

2. Creating a radio advertisement

3. Using computer software as an aid to composing music

4. Intermediate level recording skills using the recording studio

5. Film Music Soundtrack

Extension Activities Involvement in Tech crew to set up for school concerts Use of recording studio for own recordings Differentiated learning activities

Homework & Home study Completing assignment/research work Revision for topic tests

Learning Tasks Audio Compositions Performance Audio ICT Skills Research

Resources Student owned: Workbook of teacher handouts

Good quality Audio Headphones (with a 3.5mm plug) USB key/memory stick

School supplied music equipment Essential Items Levy of $30 and Voluntary School Levy to pay for upkeep of sound equipment Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Technology excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Food Key Learning Area – Technology Topics to be studied

1. Hygiene and safety in the kitchen

2. Food poisoning & food spoilage

3. Food models

4. Nutrients: their functions & sources

5. Food requirements for adolescence

6. Changes in eating patterns

7. Eating well for the future

8. Food facts and myths

9. Functional properties of food

10. Complex processes in food preparation

11. Christmas Food Hamper

Homework & Home study Research ideas, seek information, ideas related to design brief

Learning Tasks Hygiene and Safety Test Design activity - ‘Eating well for the future’ Investigation - Food, health and dietary related diseases Exam

Resources Student owned textbook – – ‘Food by design’ by Heath, McKenzie and Tully

School supplied – Food technology equipment and materials. Essential Items Levy of $150 and Voluntary School Levy to pay for Technology materials

Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Technology excursions or activities in which they participate.

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IT Applications Key Learning Area – Technology Topics to be studied

1. Web 2.0 Technologies

2. Data Analysis and Visualisation

3. Object Oriented Programming

4. Web Design

5. Journal which discusses achievements, problems and solutions.

Extension Activities Database design and construction I.T based competitions

Homework & Home study Regular completion of journals linked to projects. Completion of all project work Completion of assignment and research work

Learning Tasks Folio 1: Web 2.0 Technologies Folio 2: Data Visualisations Folio 3: Programming Tasks Folio 4: Web Design Tasks Production Journal Exam

Resources Student owned textbook – Display book (Journal) School supplied – Tutorials in all programs covered. Essential Items Levy of $25 and Voluntary School Levy to pay for ICT and Technology materials Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Technology excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Textiles Key Learning Area – Technology


1. Use of Sewing Machines

2. Pattern cutting

3. Garment Construction techniques

4. Printing & fabric manipulation techniques

5. Green bag

6. Fashion Design Projects

7. Historical research assignments

8. Design Brief & Self Analysis

Extension Activities Participate in competitions Use of Textiles room at lunchtimes for enrichment work

Homework & Home study Worksheets as set by the classroom teacher. Completion of some tasks commenced in the classroom. Completing assignment/research work.

Learning Tasks Production of pyjamas, tie-dyed bag and applique items Documentation of design process and evaluation Investigation assignments Exam – written & practical

Resources Student owned book – A display book of notes and production work details (Journal) School supplied – Textile equipment, text books and computers. Essential Items Levy of $40 and Voluntary School Levy to pay for Technology materials Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Technology excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Wood

Key Learning Area – Technology Topics to be studied

1. Tools and safety

2. Investigating - timber

3. Designing

4. Production: students will make a range of products.

5. Evaluating

6. Use of ICT for word processing and accessing websites for investigations

Homework & Home study Students to research and seek information on ideas for design projects Research for an investigation related to woodwork.

Learning Tasks Production items constructed of wood Designing and evaluation tasks Research & investigation projects Exam

Resources Student owned book – Display book of notes and production work development School supplied – Woodwork equipment and computers Essential Items Levy of $90 and Voluntary School Levy to pay for Technology materials Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Technology excursions or activities in which they participate.

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History/Geography: Political and Social Tensions in Twentieth Century Key Learning Area - Humanities Topics to be studied

Extension Activities Fieldwork\Observation Differentiated learning activities Research Visual Interpretation

Homework & Home study Topic tests Specific class exercises Practical work ICT related tasks

Resources Student text-Jacaranda essentials Humanities 4 Handouts provided by the teacher Class sets Atlas DVDs Pictures Posters

1. The Great Depression

2. The Great Depression: causes and impact

3. World War 2

4. Australia’s involvement in World War 2 and alliance with Britain

5. Population

6. Population profiles of first and third world countries

7. Field work

8. Changing populations in suburbs

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History: The Forging of Contemporary World Key Learning Areas - Humanities Topics to be studied

1. VIETNAM WAR

(i) Background, origins and causes

(ii) Australia’s involvement in Vietnam

(iii) Media, perceptions of the war

(iv) Experience of soldiers in Vietnam

and back home

2. ABORIGINAL CIVIL RIGHTS

(i) First contact, initial reactions and

conflict

(ii) Stolen Generation

(iii) Integration & Referendum 1967

(vi) Land Rights-Mabo

(v) Reconciliation and the value of

symbolism

3. RIGHTS OR WOMEN &

OTHER MINORITY GROUPS

(i) Women’s suffrage

(ii) Women’s liberationists

(iii) Current abuse of women’s rights

Extension and Enrichment Activities Analysis of Data Visual Interpretation Research Guest speaker (Vietnam Veteran) Differentiated Learning Activities Homework & Home study Topic tests Specific class exercises ICT related tasks Resources Student text: Jacaranda essentials Humanities 4 Handouts provide by the teacher Class sets Atlas DVDs

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Geography – Global Issues Key Learning Areas- Humanities Topics to be studied

1. Global Warming

( i ) Causes of Global Warming

( ii ) Impacts on people and the environment

( iii ) Future scenarios – planning for climate change

2. Land Degradation/Destruction

( iv ) Causes of land degradation

( v ) Effects on people and the environment

( vi ) Future scenarios

3. Individual Research Investigation from topics below:

World tourism

The Great Barrier Reef

The Amazon

Polar Regions

World’s Oceans

Refugees

Food Production

Impact of natural disasters

Tropical rain forests

Extended Activities Analysis of Data Visual Interpretation Research Differentiated Learning Activities Homework & Home study Topic tests Specific class exercises Research Project ICT related tasks Exam Resources Student text: Jacaranda Essentials Humanities 4 Handouts provided by the teacher Class sets

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Sport Leadership Key Learning Area – Health and Physical Education Approximate Cost of Unit: $230 approximately Topics to be studied:

Health Drug Education – Drugs in Sport

Fitness Exploring Training Methods and Principles

Energy Systems

Sport Leadership

Coaching course and coaching at local primary schools.

Sports Studies with guest speakers in areas such as; Nutrition, Sports Psychology, Sports Massage, Personal Training, Sports Medicine, Disability Sports and Goal Setting.

Students attend excursions to the MCG, Etihad Stadium and Exercise Research Australia

3 Day sailing camp (Optional) – Approx $150

Extension and Enrichment Activities 3 day sailing camp – $150 approximately (optional) Interschool Sporting Teams Lunchtime Sport – Assisting with organisation and umpiring Hockey Gala Day – Primary Schools Homework and Home Study Completion of assignments and research work Bookwork set by the classroom teacher Revision of work. Assessment Research Assignment – Drugs in Sport Participation in coaching course and undertaking coaching in local Primary Schools. Exam Portfolio Resources Essential Items Levy Uniform

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Dance Key Learning Area – Health and Physical Education Approximate Cost of Unit: $160 Topics to be studied:

Health Harm Minimisation/Risky Business -Analysing risks and trends in health status -Factors influencing health status -Rights and Responsibilities -Health Promotion Strategies

Fitness Exploring Training Methods and Principles specific for dance.

Energy Systems

Dance

Students participate in and learn a range of dancing styles. Students investigate different cultural dances and choose one style to perform.

Sessions are run at Topaz Dance Studio and are taken by qualified instructors.

Extension and Enrichment Activities Dance sessions with qualified instructors Homework and Home Study Completion of assignments and research work Plan and rehearsal of dance. Assessment Research Assignment Performance Resources Essential Items Levy PE Uniform

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Mixed Team Sports and Tactics Key Learning Area – Health and Physical Education Approximate Cost of Unit: Nil Topics to be studied:

Health Harm Minimisation/Risky Business -Analysing risks and trends in health status -Factors influencing health status -Rights and Responsibilities -Health Promotion Strategies

Fitness Fitness Testing

Exploring Training Methods and Principles OR/

Designing and implementing a basic weight training program

Team Sports and Tactics

Students play a variety of team sports, learning and analysing tactical strategies.

Students organise a sporting competition for the class; including a draw, ladder, teams, scoring, umpiring and marketing.

Students prepare and teach a class to their peers.

Extension and Enrichment Activities Interschool Sporting Teams Coaching Junior Sports Teams Homework and Home Study Completion of assignments and research work Worksheets set by the classroom teacher Revision of work. Assessment Research Assignment Organisation of a sporting competition Exam Resources Essential Items Levy PE Uniform

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Fitness and Weight Training Key Learning Area – Health and Physical Education Approximate Cost of Unit: $130 Topics to be studied:

Health Drug Education – Identifying different types of drugs. Ergogenic aids- both legal and illegal.

Harm Minimisation/Risky Business -Analysing risks and trends in health status -Factors influencing health status -Rights and Responsibilities -Health Promotion Strategies

Fitness Fitness Testing

Students explore the components of fitness, methods of training and principles of training and design a fitness program based on their personal fitness goals. This program will incorporate pre and post fitness test results.

Weight Training

Students will go to the Urban Fitness Club for one hour each week for the semester to carry out their fitness training which will include fitness circuits and weights. These will be supervised and instructed by both the classroom teacher and the qualified fitness instructor at the gym.

Students learn the benefits, components and applications of weight training and a variety of other training methods.

Extension and Enrichment Activities Interschool Sporting Teams Homework and Home Study Completion of assignments and research work Worksheets set by the classroom teacher Revision of work. Assessment Research Assignment Training program Workbook Exam Resources Essential Items Levy PE Uniform

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Biology Key Learning Area - Science


1. Cell Structure

2. Structure of DNA

3. Genes & Genetic Inheritance

4. Genetic Issues

5. Reproduction

6. Evolution

This semester long Unit is useful for students intending to choose Year 11 Biology Unit 1 & 2 in VCE. For students wanting to do Biology Units 3 & 4 it is recommended they successfully complete Units 1 & 2 first.

Extension Activities Differentiated learning activities

Homework & Home study Regular completion of theory questions. Completing assignment/research work. Revision for topic tests.

Assessment Topic Tests & Examination Specified class exercises Practical work Research Tasks including using ICT

Resources Students are required to purchase a booklet for the unit, cost $5.00 Student owned textbook optional – MacMillan Science World 10 School supplied ICT resources Essential Items Levy and Voluntary School Levy to pay for additional Science materials Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Science excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Chemistry Key Learning Area - Science

We live in a chemical world. Everything we eat, wear, and do involves chemicals. Students will learn about the different elements of the Periodic Table, the properties of different compounds, and the basic Chemistry principles that are needed to make sense of our world. This knowledge will then be applied to learn about one of the most important elements in life: Carbon. Through theory based lessons and practical experiences, students will gain a deeper understanding of Chemistry in their world. This elective is suited for students with a general interest in Science, students who like hands-on learning as well as theory, and students intending on studying VCE Chemistry in the future.


1. The Periodic Table

2. Chemical bonding

3. Chemical Reactions

4. Acids and Bases

5. Carbon Chemistry

6. Polymers

Extension Activities The course curriculum investigates areas of study normally associated with content at and beyond year 10 level Differentiated learning activities

Homework & Home study Regular completion of theory questions. Completing assignment/ Research work. Revision for topic tests.

Assessment Topic Tests & Examination Specified class exercises Practical work Research Tasks including using ICT

Resources Student owned textbook (optionalScienceWorld 10 – Macmillan School supplied ICT resources Essential Items Levy and Voluntary School Levy to pay for additional Science materials Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Science excursions or activities in which they participate.

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Physics Key Learning Area - Science


1. Motion

2. Forces

3. Rockets

4. Electronic symbols

5. Ohm’s law

6. Basic circuits

7. Decay Processes

8. Half Life


Homework & Home study Regular completion of theory questions Completing assignment/research work Revision for topic tests

Assessment Topic Tests & Examination Specified class exercises Practical work Application of ICT such as Crocodile Physics and Proteus ISIS Resources Students are required to purchase a booklet for the unit, cost approximately $5.00 School supplied textbook - Pearson – Science Dimensions 4 School supplied ICT resources Essential Items Levy of $20 and Voluntary School Levy to pay for additional Science materials Students may be asked to purchase materials of which they take possession and to pay for Science excursions or activities in which they participate.

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General Science: Earth and Space Key Learning Area - Science


1. Earth Systems: Applied General Science

2. Four Spheres and Three Cycles

3. Effects of Human Activity

4. The Atmosphere and the Greenhouse Effect

5. Exploring the Universe

6. The Universe from Earth

7. Stars

8. Life cycles of stars


Homework & Home study Regular completion of theory questions Completing assignment/research work Revision for topic tests

Assessment Topic Tests & Examination Specified class exercises Practical work for interactive learning Research Tasks including using ICT

Resources Students are required to purchase a booklet for the unit, cost approximately $5.00 School supplied textbook - ScienceWorld 10 – Macmillan - School supplied ICT resources Essential Items Levy and Voluntary School Levy to pay for additional Science materials Students may be asked to pay for Science excursions or activities in which they participate.

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School Programs - Enrichment and Extension Programs (Other than Instrumental and Ensemble Music) General At Blackburn High School we have programs which address the intellectual, physical and social needs of all our students, and this includes helping them to extend themselves to their full potential. This recognises that even the most talented students do not fulfil their potential unaided. Our general curriculum already recognises a number of factors critical to student success:

(a.) Equality of educational opportunity. (b.) A content that embraces fully all Learning Areas and is sufficiently

differentiated to offer challenges to the more talented students

(c.) Instructional processes that recognise the need for critical and creative thought.

(d.) The opportunity to interact with talented students at an appropriate age-group. An Extension program is where additional, more challenging problems are encountered that seek to apply knowledge and skills from a given topic in a manner that requires greater use of higher order thinking skills. Related skills from other areas of study or other subject areas may also be involved. An Enrichment program delivers aspects of acceleration, extension and enhancement, and is designed to enable students to maximise their learning opportunities and potential. Our overall policy favours extension within a year level rather than acceleration through year levels. It is clear that students benefit from a full exploration of educational possibilities within their own peer groups - something made more difficult if students are promoted beyond these groups. We ensure that all students in Years 7 to 10 enjoy unrestricted exposure to all Learning Areas. Classroom Enrichment and Extension Teachers are fully aware of the principles for classroom provision for all students who may be classified as having special talents. These principles include:

a) Concentrating on open-ended tasks. b) Accommodating a range of learning styles. c) Allowing deeper study in an area or in areas of interest. d) Emphasising research opportunities, including extensive Internet provision.

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Classroom Examples

English

10

Attendance at: Melbourne Writers Festival Melbourne Theatre Company Shakespeare in the Gardens Guest speakers

Professional storytellers Excursion to view professionally produced plays

Humanities 8 Medieval Day Students learn about and experience the

trials of Medieval life and activities

Physical Education and Health

10 Sports Leadership

Training of future leaders in areas of sport and sport management

Mathematics

7 “BEEM” Blackburn’s Enhancement and Extension in Mathematics

Opportunity for students to engage in challenging maths tasks specifically geared to their level of understanding and ability

7-10 Graphing

calculators

Introducing students to the use of graphing calculator technology (via class sets)

LOTE 8 Language

Week & Cultural Excursion

A celebration of language and culture

Poetry or Song

Competitions

Competitions to enhance the students’ use and understanding of LOTE

Art 7-10 Competitions Competitions run by the school and wider community

Science 8 Rocket launch Students assemble and launch their own rockets

Competitions Competitions offer extension opportunities for an individual or entire class. Some are short-term, while others involve an extensive commitment. Among those currently being offered is:

(i.) Westpac Mathematics Competition. (ii.) Mathematics Challenge for Young Australians. (iii.) Australian Schools Computer and Science Competitions. (iv.) Tournament of Minds. (v.) Language and poetry competitions (vi.) UNSW English and Maths Competitions

As well as numerous competitions in Music and Sport (as described under those sections). Participants in these competitions earn points towards the school House Competition Aggregate annual trophy. Structured Extension Groups There are many activities that take place outside normal tuition time, which allow students to pursue their interests in many areas.

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Instrumental and Ensemble (See School Programs - INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC)

Peer Support This program offers Year 11 students training and experience in interacting with and mentoring students in Year 7.

Debating Blackburn High School has an enthusiastic involvement in inter-school Debating. Students from Years 8 to 12 have the opportunity to participate in teams that compete in the Debaters' Association of Victoria which is a state-wide competition. The school has enjoyed great success in this activity for many years. Participation is voluntary and non-selective. Training is provided and its own coach - normally a member of the teaching staff, guides each team.

Camps/Excursions

The school conducts regular camps at year 7, 8, 9 and 11. Year 7 Orientation camp at Mt. Martha Year 8 Adventure camp at Philip Island or Bogong Outdoor Ed

Camp Year 9 Queensland Tour Year 10 Sailing Camp Geelong (Sports Leadership) Year 11 Central Australia trip

In addition, there are trips overseas linked to the three languages taught in the school. Blackburn High school has partnership arrangements in place with Hamburg (Germany) and France if there are sufficient students to run a cultural program.

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APPENDIX

VCE GUIDELINES AND PROCESSES

V.C.E. – Years 11 and 12 (Thinking and planning ahead!) At the V.C.E. (Victorian Certificate of Education) level (Years 11 and 12) the school provides a choice of over one hundred semester length units in the eight Key Learning Areas according to the guidelines stated by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA). Each unit is allocated 9 periods in each 10-day cycle at the Unit 1-2 (normally Year 11) and at the Unit 3-4 level (normally Year 12). Students generally take 12 units in Year 11 and 10 units in Year 12, taking half that number in each semester. Students may negotiate the number of units to be studied in order to meet their specific educational and vocational needs.

LEARNING AREAS

STUDIES

Arts Art Visual Communication Music: History and Styles Music Performance Music Investigation (Units 3 & 4) Studio Art

English English Literature E.S.L.

Language other than English (LOTE)

French German

Mathematics General Mathematics (Units 1 & 2) Mathematical Methods (Unit 1 &2) Further Mathematics (Units 3 & 4) Mathematical Methods(Units 3 & 4) Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4)

Health and Physical Education

Physical Education Health and Human Development

Science Biology Chemistry Physics Psychology

Humanities Accounting Business Management Geography Legal Studies History: Twentieth Century (Units 1 & 2) History: Revolutions (Units 3 & 4) Philosophy

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LEARNING AREAS

STUDIES

Technology Design and Technology: Wood/Metal Food Technology Systems Engineering Information Technology (Units 1 & 2) Information Technology: IT Applications (Units 3 & 4) Information Technology: Software Development (Units 3 & 4)

Note: All studies are offered at Unit 1, 2, 3, 4 unless otherwise stated.

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Assessment and Reporting The assessment of students in Year 10 is reported in writing to parents at the end of every semester. The following grades and descriptors will be used when assessing work requirements:

EX Excellent understanding of content, skills, processes, and their appropriate

applications

VG A very good understanding of content, skills, processes, and their

appropriate applications.

G A good understanding of content, skills, processes, and their appropriate

applications

S Satisfactory understanding of content, skills, processes and their

appropriate applications

L Limited understanding of content, skills, processes and their appropriate

applications

NS Not satisfactory

NA Not able to be assessed

2. Reports Reports at Year 7-10 will be based on AusVELS and will inform parents about their child’s progress against the expected standard.. If a student receives a rating of A or B, they have generally achieved at above the expected level. If they receive a ‘C’ rating, this means that they are at the expected standard and their learning is on track. If a student receives a rating of D or E then he or she has not achieved at the expected level. The following ratings will be used on Student Reports for Year 7-10: A Well above the expected standard at this time

B Above the standard at this time of year

C At the standard expected at this time of year

D Below the standard at this time of year

E Well below the standard at this time of year

3. Examinations

Examinations will be progressively introduced across the year levels. The following Learning Areas will hold examinations at the levels and semester as indicated in the table below.

Learning Area Semester 1 Semester 2

Mathematics Year 8, 9, 10 Year 7, 8, 9, 10

English Year 10 Year 9, 10

Science Year 10 Year 9, 10

Languages Other Than English

Year 10 Year 9, 10

Humanities Year 10 Year 9, 10

Art & Technology Year 10 Year 10

In the case of Year 10, examination days will replace the normal timetable for a specific number of days at the end of each semester.

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The assessment for each of these examinations will be stated as a separate item among those included in the Assessment Tasks area on the Student Report, using the same grades and descriptors. The purpose of these examinations is to strengthen the development of study skills (including the thinking skills of knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation) and examination skills so that each student can achieve the best possible learning outcome in VCE. .

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Middle School Student Support

Planning for future careers and VCE subject selection

Year Level

When? Process

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Term 4 (towards the end of year)

Create an awareness of skills, abilities and possible career futures. Students complete “Careers Workshop” inventory which includes a “Skills and Abilities” inventory. These are provided by the Pathways Coordinator completed during Humanities classes.

Students are also introduced to the government provided “Job Guide” to assist them. (They receive their own current copy in Year 10, term 2).

The inventory booklets are collected and given back during the end of year program, when the last section, involving the investigation of a number of careers, is begun. A copy of the summary page for each student is filed in individual Pathways folders at school.

9 Term 4 End of Year Program

Students are also given copies of the Work Experience Guide, prepared by the Pathways Coordinator, as encouragement to start planning for Year 10 Work Experience program (last week of Term 3 for all students 15 and over).

Students undertake “Safe@work” OHS training in preparation for Work Experience. Certificates of Attainment (General and Job Specific) are completed. These hold for 12 months. Copies are kept by the school and passed to the Pathways Coordinator.

Students are encouraged to prepare a Resume for use the following year.

Students are also encouraged to refer to the earlier completed inventories and to start thinking about future career possibilities.

10 Term 1 Students are referred to the Work Experience Guide, distributed at the end of Year 9. Copies of this and all paperwork/forms relevant to Work Experience are kept outside the Pathways office.

Students are encouraged to organize placements and paperwork for Work Experience, which takes place in the last week of Term 3.

Parents/Guardians receive information in the mail re the program and also at the Year 10 Information Evening, held early in Term 1.

Students are offered individual support by the Pathways Coordinator.

Paperwork is passed onto the Pathways Coordinator for processing once complete sets of the paperwork are submitted. These are due by the end of Term 1.

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Year Level

When? Process

Students have the opportunity to complete more than one week at specific times in line with the school policy.

10 Term 2 Tertiary Open Days are advertised in the school newsletter and all Year 10 students are given their own copy by the Pathways Coordinator.

Students are encouraged to investigate possible future courses with their parents/guardians.

The “Job Guides” are given to all Year 10 students as soon as they arrive in the school.

Students are given the chance to experience a job/career aptitude/interest testing and individual interview program via the Careers Workshop program.

10 Term 3 A copy of “ATAR” (is dated according to when students would enter Tertiary study) is distributed to all Year 10 students by the Pathways Coordinator, as soon as it is published in the daily newspapers. This provides students with information regarding entry requirements for Victorian Tertiary Institutes for the year following their completion of VCE, and assists them in selecting VCE subjects. This must be kept right through VCE, as it needs to be referred to if any subject changes are considered.

Parents/Guardians are also notified via the newsletter.

A VCE Information evening is run by the Assistant Principal and Pathways Coordinator. Students and parents are given information and have a chance to discuss individual subjects with teachers.

All Year 10 students must complete their VCE subject selection during Term 3. Paperwork is distributed during the term and students submit at least three possible course selections with appropriate subject selections. These are checked and collected in a one on one staff interview.

Students wishing to do a Unit 3 / 4 in Year 11 are counselled and Semester 1 results checked and teacher recommendations are obtained to ensure that students have an understanding of the commitment and study skills required to undertake an early VCE subject.

10 Term 4 VCE Subject Blocks are produced that accommodate the maximum number of students. Any students with programs that do not fit are consulted and counselled and changes are made. This also happens with students wanting to do a Unit 3 / 4. These students may also have to attend a staff panel interview.

Students have their courses confirmed at the end of Term, when they re-enrol for the next year. This is usually around early December.

A VCE Orientation program is also run at this time.

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Work Experience Information All Year 10 students participate in the Work Experience Program during the last 3 weeks of Term 2. This is a compulsory part of the curriculum. Students are expected to find their own placements through family friends and contacts and by approaching employers directly, however, they are given extensive assistance to facilitate this. Preparation begins midway through term 4 this year with briefings, mentor sessions, distribution of a comprehensive Information Handbook and finally, publication of a list of previous employers who have assisted with placements in the past. Having said that, it is usually the assistance of families that tends to supply most placements as friends always like to help out and provide a spot for students. It is imperative that all placements be organized by the beginning of Term 2 to enable paperwork and other tasks to be undertaken. Students will be given a yellow booklet this year that contains relevant information and guidelines. Please ask your child to show you this booklet and go through it with them. Spare copies are available from outside the Pathways Office. I would also like to draw your attention to a number of important points.

It is essential to get onto the placement as early as possible as many students throughout Melbourne are seeking Work Experience opportunities.

Work Experience runs during the third last week of 2nd term in June.

Once a placement is organised, students must have the Work Experience Arrangement Form completed with all details and 3 signatures (Student, Parent & Employer) and then returned them to the Pathways Office. From there, the Pathways Coordinator will organise the final signature of the Principal and copies for employers.

The ORIGINAL copy of the “Work Experience Arrangement Form” (NO FAXES or EMAILS please) is to be returned to the school before the students commence the placement as this ensures their Work cover insurance.

Students are not allowed to do placements in private homes, interstate or in industries deemed to pose health and safety risks.

Students are discouraged from doing a placement with a close family member (as they can usually get this experience at other times). See the booklet for further details.

If you have any questions about the program contact the Director of Pathways, Terry McGann, whose office is located in the Library.

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