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PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGEEXAM PREPARATION, PARENT EDITION.

Year 12 are currently in the process of preparing for their Trial examinations. The pressure is on, for some anxiety may begin to affect their mindset, others cruise through. We need to encourage them not to worry and to do their best. It is ironic that there are more important things in life than exams, however they often need to do well in their exams to achieve those things. Sometimes it is necessary to work a little harder now to get the results they need later. Here are some hints on what they should be doing, which may assist you in supporting them through the next few weeks and beyond.

A healthy body makes a healthy mind - No matter how prepared they are, if they happen to be sick during their exams, they will not be able to perform to the best of their abilities. To give their brain the chance to function optimally and to ensure effective memory retention they need to stay hydrated, exercise for a minimum of 30 minutes a day, eat a healthy diet and sleep 8 hours a day. Eat well and save the junk food for after their exams. Having a regular exercise routine is an essential part of staying mentally alert and helps release endorphins in the brain that positively enhance our mood, reduce anxiety and help us to build new knowledge. Extra time spent studying when you are fatigued will be far better spent resting.

Rotating study subjects – This is a helpful way to learn everything for their exams while preventing burnout on one topic. Switch to a different subject to keep focused during study time.


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HSC Textiles & Design

Major Projects, due 3:00pm

Tuesday 20/8/19

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Wednesday 21/8/19

Thursday 22/8/19

Year 12 HSC Trial Exams

Friday 23/8/19


HSC English Extension 2

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Monday 26/8/19


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An organised work area – A tidy space and work area will lead to less distractions and help them focus on study. It is a good habit for them to sit down, and tidy the work area. A clear desk or table will result in a clear mind ready to focus. It is a good idea to have the workspace in a location that is not in their bedroom.

A study schedule/plan – Creating a study schedule is easy but they may need guidance in following it. Having a visual planner to remind them is a good prompt. They need to ensure they break the material they need to revise into chucks that are actually achieveable. This helps them keep track of what they accomplish along the way instead of looking at the big picture and getting overwhelmed.

Prioritise study time – Not all exams are equal, some will be more difficult than others, some may be worth more of their assessment mark, some they will find easy to study for, some they might find difficult and become overwhelmed. Encourage them to have a look at the exams to consider the time they need to allocate to their study regime.

Revise notes – the process of refining and revising their notes (by hand) is a great way to consolidate existing knowledge and identify where they have some gaps or need to improve. Students need to ensure their notes for each of their subjects and topics are up to date. These notes should be detailed, make sense and even summarised as they go along throughout the year. They should evaluate and reorganise their notes into what’s important, outlining important concepts, formulas dates and definitions so they’re easy to understand. Reading is a passive study strategy it still needs to happen but should be combined with more active study strategies to assist them with their revision.

Ask questions – Teachers are here to help students learn, they should be asking them questions regarding the material and the exam so that they are prepared. If a student realises they don’t understand something, they need to seek assistance from their teachers.

Implementing feedback – Students should be regularly taking on board feedback from teachers. This should occur after every piece of work or assessment, to ensure they understand where and how they can improve. They need to review the feedback they have received and work on their weaknesses and knowledge gaps.

Work on handwriting – Poor handwriting can have a huge impact on exam results. Messy or illegible handwriting can make it difficult for the marker. They can strengthen their hand muscles using a stress ball or practise writing essays by hand.

Visualise - If they are a visual learner, it might help to create mind maps or diagrams to visualise how the concepts they have learnt relate to one another. This is especially beneficial when learning concepts that build upon the understanding of one another.

Set up self quizzes - If they draft potential exam questions and quiz themselves, they are more likely to become familiar with what they need to study and the type of language that will be needed in the exam.

Study for the style of exam - If it’s multiple choice, they will need to know definitions and concepts. Essay exams focus on their understanding of all the concepts presented, with examples.

Color coding – They can create a system to color code material that’s going to be in the exam by what’s most important, less important, etc. This will help them focus on the most important information and prioritise what they have learnt. The ALARM scaffold they have been learning and using in class is a great tool for this.

Determining what they don’t know – Students should test themselves regularly to determine what they do and don’t know and spend time learning any content they missed or do not understand completely.



Pace yourself – A gentle reminder to make sure they stay focused and don’t burn out. They will not be able to memorise or comprehend all the material at once. Balance is key here, they need to ensure they follow learning and revision with break times to recharge and relax. Pace themselves by starting early and having a schedule to avoid opting for all-nighters, which are an ineffective way to study. Studies have shown that concentration falls dramatically after 50 minutes so ensuring they are taking plenty of breaks in between their study routine gives them the chance to stay focused longer, especially if they are revising across a whole day.

A buddy or group study session - While individual, quiet study is an essential part of exam preparation, working with a group of friends should also be included as this provides the opportunity to teach classmates, share notes, test each other and collaborate. The ability to explain and teach a concept to another is a great way to consolidate their knowledge and identify content they don’t understand. When students explain concepts to one another, they are re-learning the material all over again. It’s a great way to reinforce what they have learnt. A check-in to ensure they are making effective use of the time might help them evaluate the usefullness of this strategy.

Soon too, this time will pass as the old saying goes. Encourage them to stick to their plan and the next few weeks will be quite productive, just ensure they stay consistent and have a balance between work and play. It is essential they take the time to switch off from study and socialise with friends and family.

“Recipe for success: Study while others are sleeping; work while others are loafing; prepare while others are playing; and dream

while others are wishing.” – William A. Ward

Until next time….

Dyanna Thommeny Principal Just a reminder to

parents, that Kandos High School students

that require emergency ambulance services,

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WESTERN ATHLETICS TRIALS 2019

On Friday 2nd August, 34 students attended the Western Trials for Athletics in Dubbo. The competition saw over 800 students within the Western Region attend and compete, with the hope of gaining either first or second place. Those who place either first or second will attend the ‘Combined High Schools’ State Athletics Championships to be held in early September at Sydney Olympic Park. It was a tough competition and students from Kandos High School demonstrating a positive attitude and effort.

The following students will attend the State Competition:• Molly Best for 100m (2nd) • Teleisha Besant for Discus (2nd) and Shot Put (1st)• Laandi Buckland for Shot-put multi class (2nd)• Ryan Fuller for discus ((1st) and Shot Put (2nd)• NFP* for 400m (2nd) and 1500m (2nd)• Halli O’Brien for 800m (2nd)• Tyron Reynolds for 800m (2nd)

Students are to be congratulated on their efforts and how they presented and represented our small community.

A huge thank you must go to Kylie Reddish, Trent O’Brien and Kerry Reynolds who transported students on the day of the trials. Additionally, to the many parents who transported their children to Dubbo just so they could attend and participate in the event.

Mr Brad StockwellPDHPE Teacher/ Western Athletics Manager

* Not for publication (NFP)

The Year 10 bstreetsmart excursion is on Thursday the 12th of September (week 8). There is a date error in the permission notes that were

provided to students.



KANDOS PUBLIC SCHOOL ATHLETICS CARNIVAL HELPERS

On Thursday 1st of August, Year 9/10 Physical Activity and Sport Studies (PASS) students assisted Kandos Primary School with the running of their Athletics Carnival. From all accounts, students enjoyed the day and it was a valuable lesson in volunteering to assist others. Kandos Primary School would like to thank those students who were willing to assist and run individual events.

Mr Brad StockwellPDHPE Teacher

NFP

The year 9 and 10 CLIP construction students have finished the new bike & scooter area.

Students can now place bikes and scooters in the cage area beside the Metalwork Room.

Great job, well done!

Mrs Kerry Reynolds & Ms Debbie JohnstonCLIP Teachers

NEW BIKE AND SCOOTER AREA



YEAR 8 TECHNOLOGY... WORKS IN PROGRESS


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Looking for ways to improve your results this year?

www.studyskillshandbook.com.auThe ELES Online Study Skills Handbook provides a comprehensive and interactive online guide for students as to the study skills needed for success in high school studies. Our school has subscribed and this allows you to access all of the information at any time. You may like to work through the units systematically to help improve your results or browse on an as needed basis.

Features:

In addition to the huge amount of content, the systematic program for students to work through includes:

• online quizzes• summary sheets• worksheets• lots of FAQs answered• articles and links• online polls• facility to submit questions• helpful grids and planners• jokes and quotes• student thoughts• images and photos• students can submit ideas to win• competitions…

Plus:

- lots of audio and video files

- streaming audio (to allow students the option to read or listen to the content)

And: new content added weekly, new units added each year, new features added regularly.

There is also a tracking system where you save the results of your quizzes over the years.

What’s in the handbook?

Working Better At Home Units1. Home Study Environment2. Organisation and Filing3. Time Management Skills4. Managing Workload5. Dealing with Distractions6. Overcoming Procrastination7. Developing Motivation8. Goal Setting9. Lifestyle and Balance10. Managing Stress

Working Better At School Units1. Will we ever use this?2. Using Classtime3. Asking for Help4. Dealing with Conflict 5. Groupwork Skills

Improving Your Skills Units1. Reading Skills2. Writing Skills3. Mathematical Skills4. Science Skills5. Foreign Language Skills6. Assignments Skills7. Research Skills8. Presentation Skills

Improving How You Study Units1. Summarising2. Active Studying3. Exam Blocks 4. Test-Taking Techniques5. After Tests & Exams

To access the handbook, go to www.studyskillshandbook.com.auand login as a subscriber with these details:

user name: kandoshs

password: 28success

NOTE: These login details are for the use of students, parents and teachers at OUR SCHOOL only.Please do not pass our school’s details onto students or parents from other schools or other individuals as this is a prosecutable breach of copyright and also will result in frequent password changes for our school.

extra mini-units: Starting Secondary School, Becoming a Senior Student, Bullying: Issues and Strategies, Managing Part-Time Jobs, Your Brain and Memory, Live Your Best Life, Educational Kinesiology, Living Across 2 Houses, Travel: A Motivator to Learn, University: A New Adventure, Technology Tools, Basic Computer Skills, Be CyberSmart , Apps for iPhone, iPad or Android, Microsoft OneNote


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UPCOMING PAYMENTS & PERMISSION NOTESJust a reminder that payments and permission notes are due for the following:

• Course Fees and Voluntary Contributions

• 26th-28th Aug - Dubbo Merino Challenge, note and $100 payment due 22nd Aug

• 12th Sept - BStreetSmart Road Safety Forum Excursion, note and $20 payment due 6th Sept

• Year 12 guest lists due

PARENT PAYMENTS

Cash, cheque or EFT payments can be made directly at the school office. Alternately, parents have the option to pay by using an online option, the Parent Online Payments (POP), via Kandos High School’s website, by clicking on the “Make a Payment” tab and following the instructions.

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