By Mrs Anna Hardy, Assistant Principal Curriculum 

Transition From Year 10 to Year 11

As we have just passed the midpoint of the year, it’s time to look ahead to the exciting transition from Year 10 to Year 11. Our upcoming Subject Information Night, scheduled for Tuesday 23 July, 2024, is a crucial event for our Year 10 students who will be stepping into Year 11 in 2025. Here are the key details: 

• Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE): Understanding the requirements and pathways.
• Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR): Insights into how ATAR is calculated and its significance.
• School-Based Apprenticeships/Traineeships (SBA/T): Exploring vocational pathways.
• University Prerequisites: What universities expect from Year 11 students.
• Year 11 Subjects: An overview of the subjects on offer. 

Subject Preferences 

Over the next few weeks, students will select their preferences for Year 11 subjects via web preferences. A link will be sent directly to students. Parents will receive a letter with instructions to assist their child in making informed choices. 

Year 10 SET Plan Interviews: Wednesday July 31– 5 August, 2024 

These interviews provide an opportunity for students and parents to discuss subject preferences and academic goals. If the scheduled interview time does not suit, rescheduling can be arranged through the College office. 

Year 9 and Year 10, 2025 Subject Selections 

Curriculum handbooks outlining subject options for 2025 will be provided to Year 8 and Year 9 students. Students will use a web preference link to make their subject selections for Semester 1, 2025. 

Semester 1, 2024 Reports 

Semester 1 reports for students in Years 7-11 are available on the parent portal in Sentral. If you encounter any difficulties accessing the report, please reach out to the College office for assistance. Open communication between parents and teachers is essential for student success. 

Semester 1, 2024 Academic Pins 

It is exciting that we will be able to celebrate the outstanding academic achievements of 68 students. 

The Academic Pins ceremony will take place during assembly next week, invitations have been sent home to parents. 

Criteria for awards: 

• Year 7, 8, 9: 

- GOLD: 7 A’s and nothing less than a B
- SILVER: 6 A’s and nothing less than a B
- BRONZE: 5 A’s and nothing less than a C 

• Year 10: 

- GOLD: 6 A’s and nothing less than a B
- SILVER: 5 A’s and nothing less than a B
- BRONZE: 4 A’s and nothing less than a C 

• Year 11 and 12: 

- GOLD: A combination of 5 A’s and/or Achieved All Competencies (CA) for certificates, and nothing less than a B.
- SILVER: A combination of 4 A’s and/or Achieved All Competencies (CA) for certificates, and nothing less than a B.
- BRONZE: A combination of 3 A’s and/or Achieved All Competencies (CA) for certificates, and nothing less than a C. 

Year 11 Academic Coaching 

Our recent Academic Coaching sessions have been invaluable. Parents, please feel free to schedule additional meetings to discuss your child’s progress whenever necessary. 

As we embark on Term 3, let’s continue to support our students as they explore pathways and prepare for their next phase of learning in 2025.