Curriculum Matters

The Australian Curriculum Review

Education is continually changing and adapting in response to new research findings,  evidence and the needs of a rapidly changing world. 

ACARA is the body that is tasked with refining, updating and decluttering the Australian Curriculum, in consultation with all stakeholders. ACARA is now interested in feedback from the public.

If you are interested in reading more about the proposed changes and giving feedback, access the link below, watch the video, read about the changes and complete the survey.

Australian Curriculum Review

Year 12 

The Trial examination timetable will be released in Term 2 Week 7 to enable students to plan their study regime well in advance. All students should be focussing on what they want to achieve and be putting into place strategies to succeed. This may mean speaking with employers regarding changes to work hours to enable more time to implement their study plan.

REMEMBER, in addition to texts, and staff expertise, the College provides access to the following resources; Edrolo, Elevate, Study Skills Handbook, and links via the HSC Curriculum Matters Google Classroom.

Year 11

All students are practising the skills required in Year 12 via their compressed Religion courses. The focus, literacy and metacognitive skills required in these courses highlights the need for all Year 11 students to implement a comprehensive study regime and a proactive approach to learning.

Students are reminded that they are on the HSC pathway. This is the highest academic qualification that an individual can acquire in NSW. Such a qualification not only requires commitment, hard work and an organised approach, but a supportive environment in which to grow. We at SJPC are committed to supporting students and are experienced in helping students take on this responsibility as learners. Use resources we provide and ask for help when needed!

Year 10

Year 10 students have revisited Growth Mindset and Goal setting with their Homeroom teacher. Your child was given an opportunity to select a card that represented a positive approach to learning and write a new goal for the semester. It would be wonderful if you could take the time to discuss with your child what new learning goals or approaches they are choosing to work towards. 

In Week 9 this term Year 10 students will be presented with their Curriculum Guide to Stage 6, with access to a website with supporting materials and opportunities to learn more about Stage 6 options and Pathways of study.

More details to come next newsletter.

Years 7 – 9  

Students in Years 7 – 9 have been receiving feedback and having conversations with their teachers about their learning and level of achievement. These conversations are vital in order to help them recognise their strengths, as well as identify areas that need further development. 

This will enable new goals to be set and strategies for improvement to be implemented. 

Year 9 students were asked to complete a survey about their 100 hour elective. We are interested in their experiences and want to ensure we are offering opportunities for students to not only do something a little different, but also courses which they enjoy and find helpful.

Below is some of the data we have collected.

Here is a video you might be interested in viewing with your child outlining 13 Study tips. I have shared it before, but thought it is timely to revisit. 

The Science of Better Learning