It was good to welcome everyone back on Tuesday. Students are in high spirits as we embark on the final term of the school year.  

Term 4 is a special time in our calendar. It's a time when we reflect on the progress we've made, celebrate our successes, and set our sights on the exciting opportunities that lie ahead. It's a time for students to consolidate their knowledge, for teachers to inspire and motivate, and for parents and guardians to continue their invaluable support. Together, we will make these final weeks of the school year truly memorable. 

As we navigate this final term together, let us remember the importance of collaboration, resilience, and gratitude. Let us celebrate the journey we have undertaken and look forward with optimism to the future. 

I am confident that Term 4 will be filled with many achievements and memorable moments. Together, we will finish this school year on a high note and send our students off into the world, prepared to make a positive impact. 

There are many events and opportunities for students in Term 4. Please stay up-to-date with our correspondence, and encourage your child to be involved in as many opportunities and activities as possible. As a timely reminder we would like to highlight to all families that if your contact details registered with the College need to be updated, please contact the Office or via your Sentral Parent Portal. 

Brief overview of some key Term 4 events: 

• Assessments for all students and in particular Yr 12 students sitting their External Exams for their General subjects 
• Graduation  
• Awards Ceremony. All are welcome and invited. 
• Term 4 is the beginning of Unit 3 for many of our Year 11 students. This means that for General subjects, student assessment is now summative and contributes to ATAR calculations (if the student is ATAR eligible). 

Term 4 is certainly shaping to be another full and exciting term, with many opportunities. 

On Wednesday, I spoke specifically to our senior students and acknowledged that the year is coming to an end, but reminded them that this does not mean that we lose focus and encouraged them to maintain momentum with their studies until the very end. I specifically spoke about the power of reflection. Reflection means that you honestly think about and evaluate your past performance. Reflection provides an opportunity to alter or change your course of action, your approach, or your habits. It is a change to start fresh and re-focus. 

As our Year 12 students enter the final stretch and undertake last-minute preparations in their classes for External Exams, or are working on that last piece of assessment, I encourage them to reflect. For instance, reflect on their mock exam results and use that practice run to their advantage to guide their preparation over the coming weeks. Additionally, reflect on teachers’ feedback and advice they have received to ensure that their final assessment is of a high standard. 

The external assessment period is fast approaching and both parents and students will receive more information about the external exams in the coming week such as the assessment schedule, information about processes and expectations. This is a time when students need to draw upon all the information, they have received about time management strategies, study schedules, organisation and study techniques. Equally, it is important that students look after their wellbeing during this time. Balance, quality sleep, exercise and a good diet are also key to achieving success. In the final race to the finish line, the College sincerely wishes Year 12 all the best for their exams and final assessment. 

Mr Rodney Spain

Assistant Principal – Senior Years