By Ms Eliza Harris - Acting Assistant Principal - Curriculum 

This week our Grade 12s complete their last ever exam block amid a myriad of final rites of passage as their high school life draws to a close. I would like to congratulate this cohort on their continued application and effort all the way through to the conclusion of their studies. With some phenomenal personal achievements and accolades to be celebrated at our upcoming Awards Night, it is apt to acknowledge the persistent efforts of students who may not receive the highest academic honours, but whose effort, application and contribution to our College community is a true indication of the Assumption spirit. Likewise, it is timely to extend a sincere thank you to the staff and parents who have significantly supported our Grade 12 students to this point, ensuring that all students transition from high school with the qualifications and grades required to pursue their ambitions in 2020. 

Our Grade 11 students have worked diligently through their mock external exam block sitting some gruelling examinations in an effort to best prepare them for the rigorous expectations of external exams in the new QCE system in 2020. I would like to acknowledge not only the efforts of these students during this time, but the additional and ongoing efforts of teaching staff in designing and preparing assessment instruments to allow students this learning experience. It is through the conscientious efforts of many staff that each student is provided with individualised support and a tailored approach to their learning as they progress through their senior schooling.

Students in Grades 7-11 will continue studying their final academic units of 2019 over the next few weeks, with our Grade 11 students in General subjects commencing Grade 12 work already. In this busy and chaotic time of term, I would remind all students to follow College assessment processes and procedures to ensure that assessment is completed in a timely manner and to the best of their abilities. Should students or parents have any pressing concerns about assessment please do not hesitate to contact me through the College phone or via email, alternatively all assessment related enquiries can be directed to the Program Leaders: Junior – Mr Matthew Kirby and Senior Mrs Kristy Searson.