Year 12 Parent Learning GroupTerm 1 2020 Deputy Principal – Jane Crooks
Offered online only due to COVID 19
Difficult times due to COVID -19
Thank you all very much for the support and understanding you have shown us
during this very difficult time we are facing with the COVID -19 situation.
We are committed to your students and working with them through these
exceptional times to meet their learning needs online, from today.
We are continually trying to update Parents and Students with information in
regards to school/online learning and assessments.
As you would now be aware we have postponed the midcourse exams till week 2
term 2, this will be assessed week 1 term 2 and further information will be
communicated if required.
I will be sending an email out to Year 12 students every couple of days to check
on their wellbeing and offer support.
Please email me if you have any concerns - [email protected]
What’s On Today
Important Dates
Mid Course Examinations – The Holidays!
Academic Review Process
The 100 Mark Journey
Illness Misadventure
Yr 12 Initiatives
Upcoming Dates of Interest – if possible due to COVID 19 Restrictions
Week 9 – (Tuesday) – Online Learning is implemented across the school due to COVID-19
Week 11 - 9Th April – Last day of School
Information will be communicated to Parents and Students in regards to learning for Term 2.
Term 2 Week 1 Tuesday 28th April – Day 1 Term 1 Year 12 Meeting (If permitted)
Week 1 – (Wed) 29th - April Athletics Carnival
Week 1 (Thurs) 30th April - ANZAC Ceremony School
Week 2 – 4th May to 15th May - Mid Course Assessment Period
Week 2 – (Tues) 5th May - School Cross Country
Week 2 – (wed) 7th May - ELEVATE Education Parent Session (6-7pm)
Week 3 – (Tues)12th May - Year 12 Reports Issued
Week 4 – (Mon) 18th May - Year 12 Academic Reviews Commence
Week 4 – (Tues) 19th May - Year 12 Parent Teacher Night
Week 8 – (Tues) 16th June - Year 12 Parent Learning Group
Week 10 – (Mon) 29th June ROSA Assembly 1:30pm Year 8, 10, 12
Week 10 – (Thurs) 2nd July - Newcastle University – Year 12 Visit Day
Mid Course Assessment Period – a variety of task types and submission
Week 1 Week 2
Monday English (Adv, Stan) - am
Design and Tech - pm
Monday Mathematics (Adv and Stand) –am
Math Ext 2 – Hand in Task - pm
Tuesday Chemistry - am Tuesday Physics – am
English Ext 1 - pm
Wednesday Engineering, Food Tech,
Soc and Culture – am
Economics - pm
Wednesday French Begin, Math Ext 1 – am
French Begin – Speak Exam - pm
Thursday Biology, CAFS - am Thursday Business St, Music 1 & 2 perf – am
ESS, Legal - pm
Friday PDHPE – am
Modern History – pm
SDD – Hand in Task
Friday Good Friday
Holiday RecommendationsPlease ensure students take some time in the holidays to relax and unwind due to
the stressful events occurring in 2019/2020
1.At least 50% of the time full holidays!!
Students need a rest
2. Some time organising
3. REFLECT ON Last ASSESSMENT PERIOD - preparation, healthy, mindset (WRITE IT DOWN)
4. Plan for Term 2 and forward
5. More Rest, reward and indulgence
Year 12 Academic Reviews
Pre- Meetings Week 5-6 Term 1
• All students individually with Senior Executive for 5-10 minutes
Key Areas
Accelerated Course Reflection
Discussion of current support structures, what is working
Focus points for mid-course exams
Biggest Take-outs of Completing
Accelerated Course
# Wasn't on top of HSC processes, expectations, studying methods improved over the course
# Noticed greater self awareness of where they are in class in terms of understanding. More conscious of capabilities
# Worked extra hard towards the end of the course to add depth to knowledge. Experience in the workload Working hard in all areas at the moment.
Consistent effort over the two years
Make summaries of notes as you move forward
Allocate time for your Accelerated HSC course each week
Ask Teachers questions on content you arte unsure of
Practice papers
Timed practice questions
Set goals for each task to work towards
Work out the study techniques that work for you eg flash cards, mind maps
Mid-Course meetings scheduled for Week 4-6 Term 2
(timing will be assessed in Term 2 when midcourse exams have occurred)
• All students 15-20 mins with Senior executive, individual interview
Key Areas
Mid-course debrief
assess current support, mentor, class teacher
discuss time commitments, study plan, options
set priorities, goals
ATAR prediction
-study methods, online resources
Mentoring Still an option for students in program – some growth in numbers this year
Individual or small group
Meet weekly or fortnightly, most successful when student initiated and negotiated
Time management, how to study, balance, understanding notifications and
feedback.
It will intensify intervention for stress or health issues
Compliment Learning Conferences
Guiding students on coping strategies, changing mindset
The 100 Mark Journey
Weekly opportunity [from 5-10]
Varied topics (student input)
10 mins, sharing session
Opt in
Compliments mentoring, communication session
Follow through to HSC
Designed to “reassure and look after them”
Year 12 Initiatives
Working on building a group identity
Some “prefect initiated” others whole group
- Easter Raffle
- After school study
- MOOFEST
- Harmony Day
- World’s Greatest Shave – MASSIVE CONGRATULATIONS $48,000
- Formal Committee
Suggestions welcome
Obviously difficult at the moment
Illness/Misadventure
Due to COVID 19 health concerns- Illness and misadventure processes are on hold due to ability to access
GP. Please continually refer to Mrs Rippon’s/Mrs Crooks' emails in regard to assessment. Contact via
email if you have individual concerns
Please continue to contact school of absent for task
Where possible obtain independent evidence
Forms available on parent portal or at school
PROCESS WILL FOLLOW FOR MID COURSE EXAMS AS WELL (Advice will be provided, when these occur)
IN HSC – CONTACT SCHOOL ASAP
- SUPERVISORS WILL MAKE OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Thank you for looking through our Year 12 Parent Learning Group PowerPoint for Term 1 2020.
Please do not hesitate to contact us in regards to any situation in these challenging times.
Any ideas and questions for future topic suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact me at