Teaching and Learning Update
Parent/Teacher/Student Interviews: Feedback Request
The recent Zoom PTS Interviews at the conclusion of Term 2 were very successful and we thank parents/carers who were able to be involved.
A survey has been sent to parents/carers seeking feedback on the use of Zoom for interviews at the College. This survey will take approximately five minutes to complete.
HSC 2020 - Key Dates
2020 Trial HSC: 17 August - 31 August
2020 HSC: 20 October - Wednesday 11 November
Students and parents are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the HSC 2020 timetable. (link below)
2020 HSC Examination Timetable
HSC Minimum Standard Testing
All Year 10 students will be completing their Minimum Standards testing in Term 3. Numeracy tests will be completed in Mathematics classes and Reading and Writing tests will be completed in English classes. These tests focus on basic numeracy and literacy skills and are completed online.
To prepare now, all students are required to ensure their device is updated and that all updates in her Managed Software Centre have been installed.
Year 10 Maths and English staff are currently reviewing key skills in preparation for the completion of Minimum Standard Tests.
An information letter has been sent to parents/carers via Compass earlier this week.
NESA Students Online (Years 10-12)
Students are encouraged to regularly check their NESA Students Online account for updates on exams, course enrolment information and NMS results. . For information on how to access this, please view the flyer attached.
Year 11 2021 Subject Selections
Year 10 students have begun the exciting process of selecting their subjects and study pattern for Year 11 and 12. They have had a Year meeting this week in which important information was relayed to them.
Parents can access all this information on the Yr 11 2021 Subject Selections Website
The site contains details about all the courses Magdalene are offering as well as a recorded presentation outlining important NESA requirements that need to be adhered to.
There is also a feature that allows parents of Year 10 to log any questions they may have about the process. These questions will form the basis of a possible Zoom session next week - time To Be Advised.
Students will be given access to a portal on Friday 19th June that will allow them to make their subject choices.
Families are urged to sit down together and examine the information on this website and to log any questions they may have through the Questions you may have tab.