Transcript Parent - Shenton College

Year 12 Information Evening
2013
Robyn Kane
Year 12 Coordinator
Welcome
Speakers & Topics
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Welcome by Robyn Kane, Year 12 Coordinator
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Ms Janet Schofield - WACE, STP/TAFE and Notre Dame
University Admission Requirements
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Ms Suzanne Pendlebury - Schools Curriculum and
Standards Authority Requirements including Special Exam
Arrangements
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Mr Steve Hoath - Admission Requirements for University
Michael Carr-Gregg
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The Shenton College
Eminent Speaker Program
Presents
Millennial Parenting
The 5 Greatest Challenges for Parents in 2013
What every parent needs to know about millennial parenting,
covering alcohol, online safety, sleep and other key issues.
Date Tuesday 12th of March 2013
Venue Subiaco Church, 260 Bagot Road, Subiaco
(Corner of Bagot Rd and Rowland St)
Time 7:00 pm- arrive 6:30 pm
Cost $20 with refreshments after presentation
Tickets Shenton College Main Administration
Credit Card and Direct debit available
Goals of Year 12
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Western Australian Certificate of Education
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Entry to a State Training Provider (TAFE).
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Entry to University - ATAR Australian
Tertiary Admission Rank calculated and
issued by TISC.
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Awards – Schools Curriculum and Standards
Authority.
WACE Requirements
Breadth and Depth
 Complete at least 20 course units. Up to 10 course equivalents can
be from endorsed programs.
 Complete 4 units of English or Literature during Yr 11 and 12 (at
least two of these units must be in Year 12).
 In Year 12 study at least one pair of course units from each of List A
(arts/languages/social science) and List B
(mathematics/science/technology).
Achievement Standard
 Achieve a C grade average or better across the best 16 course units
of which at least 8 units must be completed in Year 12. Endorsed
programs and /or VET credit transfer can reduce the required
number of course units by up to 6 units.
English Language Competence
 Achieve a C grade or better in any Stage 1 or higher course unit in
English or Literature.
Exams for stage 2 and 3 courses, unless exempt.
EXAMINATIONS EXEMPTION
All students in their final year who are enrolled in Stage 2 or
3 units, sit the exam (unless exempt). Year 12 students who are enrolled
in more than 5 pairs of Stage 2 and/or Stage 3 course units and do not wish to sit the
external exam in their 6th or 7th course can apply for exemption. It is expected that students
will sit a minimum of 5 examinations.
A student will be exempt from sitting exams only if
they are:
 Enrolled to complete units of competency (from related
industry areas), in excess of 220 nominal hours in Year 12
AND …
 Enrolled in 3 or less Stage 2 and /or Stage 3 unit pairs.
NOTE:
The completion of an AQF VET
Certificate or VET hours in Year 10 or 11
does not qualify a Year 12 student for
exam exemption.
WACE Exam EXEMPTIONS
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WACE exam exemptions for students studying
VET and 3 or less Stage 2 or Stage 3 courses
must be applied in writing to the Curriculum
Council by 3rd July.
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WACE exam exemptions for students studying 6
or more examinable courses 3rd July.
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Students who are thinking of not sitting all of their
WACE (external) exams must see Ms Schofield.
Please don’t leave it to the deadline.
TAFE Entry Requirements
All applicants must meet entry
requirements
- Communication & Mathematics;
 Courses are split into competitive and non
-competitive for entry purposes;
 About 30% of courses are competitive
and selection criteria need to be meet;
 Check the website for latest details:
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Selection Criteria
Maximum score = 100 points
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Qualification pathwaymaximum score = 29 points eg Cert II Hospitality
Work experience/employment –
maximum score = 29 points; 0.002 points per hour worked
Includes Workplace Learning, work experience, voluntary work and paid
work.
Secondary education/Skill Development
 Maximum score = 42 points
 Scoring based on English result, plus best two other results
See the Training WA website:
http://www.trainingwa.wa.gov.au/trainingcourses/detcms/portal/
Follow link ‘Training Courses’ / ’TAFE Admissions’ / ’How To Apply – Full-time
TAFE’ / ’Entrance requirements for full-time study’
Notre Dame Selection
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Application Form
Academic Records of Year 11 & 12
Personal Statement
Referees- two
ATAR
WACE/English Competence
Extra Curricula
Interview
Early Offer Program – Advertised early
term 3 - conditions apply
University Alternative Entry
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Clarify all entry requirements with the
relevant universities.
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English requirements may also vary.
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Make an appointment to see:
Ms Schofield, Ms Johnson, Ms Hamburg
or Mr Friday.
University Alternative Entry
Notre Dame
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Tertiary Enabling Program ( Education,
Humanities & Business, Nursing & Life
Sciences)
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Foundation Program (Arts & Science,
Business, Education, Health Sciences,
Nursing)
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State Training Providers/TAFE Entry
Is Attaining WACE Enough?
To be competitive students taking a university
pathway should aim to score:
 Stage 3 courses - a ‘B’ (65% +) or higher
 Stage 2 courses - an ‘A’ (75% +).
Students aiming for a STP/TAFE Certificate IV or
Diploma may need:
 ‘A’ grades
 National VET Qualification
 Work experience to be competitive.
INDIVIDUAL EXAM STUDENT CASE STUDY
The reason why students must put every possible effort into
the exam!
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STUDENT A
School Score = 54
Grade = C
Raw WACE Exam = 42
Scaled Score = 45
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STUDENT B
School Score = 54
Grade = C
Raw WACE Exam = 67
Scaled Score = 58
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Replicated across all WACE exams, Student A will produce an ATAR
of 54. No university directly admits students with this ATAR.
Competitive portfolio entry into some ECU courses will be the only
option available to this student.
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Replicated across all WACE exams, Student B will produce an ATAR
of 74. This will create a wide range of opportunities for this student at
Curtin, Murdoch and ECU.
Important Dates
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Change of Courses by Friday 8th March; after this
date ONLY after extenuating circumstances.
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Verification of students details and enrolments
24th July; students’ responsibility to ensure that
enrolment is correct.
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Exam timetable published by 26th July;
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Last date for enrolment amendments of courses
with no practical exams by 27th September;
Important Dates
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Practical exams commence by 28th September;
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Written exams 1st November – 28th November;
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Results on the Internet from late December
PRIVATE CANDIDATE
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Students may wish to enrol in an examination as a Private
Candidate.
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This means that they can’t have studied that course at
school or at S.I.D.E., although they may have studied the
Stage 1 course.
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Only the examination mark counts towards ATAR.
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Applications close 3rd July (without late fee) and a $36.00
cheque is payable to the Schools Curriculum & Standards
Authority. Forms are available from Ms. Schofield.
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Late applications will be accepted until 2nd August (an extra
fee will apply).
Special Examination
Arrangements
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For candidates who may be disadvantaged
in demonstrating their knowledge and skills
in the WACE exam.
The problem must relate to examination
situations.
Evidence provided must come from the
school, psychologist and medical
practitioner.
Apply for Special Examination Arrangements
- applications close 24th May. The college
must have them by 10th May.
See Ms. Pendlebury for further information.
Sickness/Misadventure
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For circumstances beyond student’s control.
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For temporary sickness - non permanent disability.
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For sickness or misadventure occurring during or just prior to the exam.
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The candidate is responsible for gathering the evidence.
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Applications close 27th November.
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Forms available from the exam centre ( or you can contact
Ms. Pendlebury).
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Decision is final - appeal available on the process only.
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If approved, the SCSA calculates the examination mark using your school
assessment as a basis. The higher of the actual examination mark and the
calculated examination mark becomes the examination mark that is given to you
for that examination.
Revising For Exams
Two things that can interfere greatly with revision:
 Not starting early enough;
 Not knowing how to revise ( if unsure – seek help/advise).
The Learning Support Advisors (Ms Bland and Ms Hamburg)
will visit all Yr 12 Mentor classes to advise on study
techniques.
A 6-week program of Study Skills will be run in the weeks
leading up to Semester 1 & 2 exams.
General Revision Planning
Hints
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REGULAR MEALS
REGULAR SLEEP
REGULAR EXERCISE
Know your best time to study.
Don’t spend too long on any one course.
Work in 45-50 minute sessions.
Do the “easy” things when you are getting tired
If there is not enough time – don’t leave out whole
sections .
Take it easy the night before an exam – don’t study
late, do light revision only, do some general
overview & diagrams.
PUBLICATIONS
Marks Adjustment Process
Facts Concerning Stage 2
Download @
www.tisc.edu.au/
The WACE Manual can be downloaded @
http://www.scsa.wa.edu.au/internet/Publications/WACE_Manual
CONTACT POINTS
27 Walters Drive Osborne Park WA 6017
http://www.scsa.wa.edu.au/internet/
(08) 9273 6300
Contact for Course and Careers Advisors
Janet Schofield (0419 922 153)
[email protected]
Lyn Johnson (Monday, Thursday)
[email protected]
Jane Hamburg (LSA & CCA)
[email protected]
Bill Friday (Wednesday)
[email protected]
Shenton College 9488 2100