Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching
HSC Written Exams 2025
Our Year 12 students have begun their HSC written exams with an impressive sense of focus and maturity. The NESA Returning Officer, commenting to me earlier this week, commended the cohort for their calm approach and professional attitude in the exam environment. Their preparation, commitment, and mutual support have been outstanding, reflecting the strong learning culture developed over the past year.
What I have noticed is that our Year 12 teachers have been eager to encourage our students as they enter their exams and often beat me to greet their students as they come out of their exams to discuss how they went.
Our staff are incredibly proud of their efforts and the positive tone they have set for our senior students of the future. We wish all our Year 12s continued success as they complete their remaining exams.
Year 11s Starting their HSC Journey
As Year 11 students begin their HSC courses this term, it’s essential they establish strong study habits and consistent routines now—not later in the year. Developing focus, organisation, and balance early will set the foundation for success and reduce pressure as assessments and exams approach.
I have been lucky enough to address this cohort twice this term and I expressed my desire for them to focus on the next 10 weeks and how they will prepare for assessments beginning in Week 6; and the need to have a solid foundation of study habits and preparedness.
Study Skills
Visit www.studyskillshandbook.com.au to learn more about how you can create sound study habits for the beginning of the HSC journey:
School’s Username – stjohnpaul
School’s password – 89success
AMDG
Acting Principal