YEAR 10 PARENT NIGHT
WELCOME!
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INTRODUCTION
Katie Powers
Year 10 Co-ordinator
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YEAR 10 PARENT NIGHT
Michael Morgan, Principal
Welcome
Stephen Pestana, Head of Year Ten & ATP
Shenton Year 10 in 2012
Narelle Palmer Work@UWA Program
Unistart Coordinator
Shakira Durrant, College Psychologist
Meeting the Challenges Year 10
Making the Right Choices
Jan Schofield, Course and Careers Advisor
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Our Mission Values and Beliefs
So how do we empower
your children?
TOGETHER
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How?
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Quality Teaching & Quality Teachers
Curriculum differentiation that enhances a
student’s interest, attitude and ability. Right
pathwayys to success.
Strong Educational Partnership with YOU the
parents.
Longitudinal Analysis
SHENTON COLLEGE
WACE CC Awards
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Number of Students
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General Exhib
Subject Exhib
Cert of Distinct
Cert of Excell
Total
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2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
General Exhib
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4
2
3
1
2
2
2
2
4
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Subject Exhib
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1
1
1
3
2
2
3
3
1
2
Cert of Distinct
12
6
5
8
15
14
12
17
11
9
8
Cert of Excell
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9
12
16
13
21
8
20
14
28
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Total
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20
20
28
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39
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42
30
42
45
Year
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Leading school in 14 Curriculum
Council Courses
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Accounting & Finance
Applied Information Technology
Biological Science
Computer Science
Economics
Engineering Studies
Food Science and Technology
French
Mathematics 3CD
Mathematics: Specialist
Media Production and Analysis
Politics and Law
Design stage 2
Mathematics 2CD
Celebrations of Shenton College
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Consistently top performing
school
Consistently top 10 performing
school in course, & curriculum
council awards
High scholarship winner to
tertiary institutions
Much more than marks –
Learning for Life: High numbers
of cross curricula awards,
Debating, Sailing, Surfing,
Swimming, Mock Trails, UNYA
A Caring College
2012
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“If you not improving
today you’re going
backwards” – Rafael
Nadal
“Tread softly you are
walking on my dreams”
WB Yeats
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East
West
North
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3rd
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Student Summary of
Success
Develop a Study Schedule & a Study Environment
Listen to advice given – 100% of non graduation and no
pathway to success is a result of not listening to advice.
Maintain a work / life balance
Remember we are here to help.
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Shenton Y10: Building a Powerful Community
Year 10 is IMPORTANT
Grades!
Good Standing
Academic Challenges
Supporting a success Culture
Supporting Subject Selection
Supporting exam techniques and strategies
Week 3 Term 2
Week 8 Term 4
National testing (UNSW ICAS)
Science: June 8
English: August 2
Mathematics: August 16
Y10 Parent Community
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Successful Students Study
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MEETING THE CHALLENGES
OF YEAR 10
Shakira Durrant
College
Psychologist
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…. ‘Rollercoaster of a time’
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ADOLESCENCE
(from the Latin word, meaning “to grow”)
Period of great changes in:
 Physical appearance
 Emotions
 Brain development
 Thought processes
Adolescence begins at about age 10 to 13 years, and may be
viewed as ending in the late teens to early 20s.
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WHAT DO ADOLESCENTS WANT?
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Excitement
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Thrills
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Privacy
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Independence
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Adult Status
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(above all) RESPECT, LOVE & ACCEPTANCE BY THEIR FAMILIES
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR ADOLESCENT
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Friendships tend to be more important than Family
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Break away from adults and adult control
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Risks
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Struggles with identity: WHO AM I?
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IMPORTANT ISSUES TO CONSIDER AND DISCUSS
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Physical and Emotional wellbeing
(Hobbies / Sport / Adult connection)
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Exercise and Relaxation
(Gym / Down time / Sleep)
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School Progress
(Engagement/ Connectedness)
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Time-Management
(Work vs. School vs. Play)
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Risk-Taking Behaviour
WHAT CAN WE DO?
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Stay Connected
(Family Meetings/ 1:1 Quality Time/ Positive Reinforcement)
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Negotiate Boundaries
(Rewards +Consequences)
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Risk Taking Behaviour
(Planning ahead- Family Meeting / Problem solving / Rewards+
Consequences)
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Dealing with Emotional Behaviour
( Listen /Summarize / Ask how you could help them solve their problem/
Cool off time)
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SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE COMMUNITY
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Centrecare
9325 6644
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DCP Parenting Line
9272 1466
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DCP Family Helpline
9223 1100
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Kinway Counselling
9263 2050
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Relationships Australia
1300 364 277
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Parent Drug Info Service
9442 5050
USEFUL RESOURCES AND LINKS
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Girl Stuff
Kaz Cooke (2007)
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Surviving Adolescents
Michael Carr-Gregg (2005)
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Mental Health in Australia
www.mentalhealth.gov.au
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Australian Psychological Society
www.psychology.org.au
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Making the Right Choices
Jan Schofield
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Career Education Program
The year 10 Course has three main areas:
 Self Awareness
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Future Options
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Career choices
Course selection
Post school education and training
The world of Work
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What are my interests and capabilities?
Work experience and working
Getting a part time job
Work Experience
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Can be completed in Year 10, 11 or 12
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On application to Mr Foley – Workplace
Learning Coordinator
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Year 10 Work@UWA Program
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In a variety of areas (Hospitality, Science, Medical,
Arts, etc)
Term 3 (details will be advertised during Term 2)
ENDORSED PROGRAMS
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Recognise areas of learning not covered by courses.
May contribute up to 10 unit equivalents towards WACE
breadth and depth requirement.
Examples include:
o Cadets WA
o performance in school productions
o examinations in music, speech and drama
o university studies
o Keys for Life pre-driver education program.
Evidence may include a combination of signed attendance
records, journals, self evaluation, certificates and validation.
See Cathy Sayers (Tuesday)
Requirements for Western Australian
Certificate of Education (WACE)
Breadth and Depth
 Complete at least 20 course units or equivalent
 Complete 4 units of English or Literature during Yr 11 and 12 (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.
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Exams for stage 2 and 3 courses, unless exempt.
All courses stage 1, 2 & 3 and VET
Certificate Studies contribute to
the achievement of WACE.
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COURSES Stage 1A1B; 1C1D and
VET Certificate Courses
Pathways include TAFE, Apprenticeship, Traineeship
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Practical emphasis coupled with theory in school. Some
courses include National VET competencies or are stand
alone VET courses e.g. Cert II Tourism. Students can
achieve National VET Qualifications, ie. Certificate II
which will make them very competitive for TAFE entry.
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Some students may have a course which requires them
to be out of school one day per week e.g. TAFE or
Workplace Learning
Want to go to TAFE?
TAFE entry requirements
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All applicants must meet minimum entry
requirements
Communication (English) & Mathematics
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About 30% of courses are competitive and a
selection criteria will need to be meet;
TAFE Selection Criteria
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Maximum score = 100 points
Qualification pathway (Max 29 pts)
– Students should undertake a Certificate course offered at school
e.g. Cert II Hospitality
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Work experience/employment (Max 29 pts 0.002 pts per hour worked)
– Students will be limited in the number of hours they are able to accrue.
– Includes paid/unpaid, full-time/part-time work, work experience, voluntary
work, community service;
Secondary education/Skill development (Max 42 pts)
– English result, plus next best two other results.
See the Training WA website:
http://www.trainingwa.wa.gov.au/dtwd/detcms/portal/
Follow link to ‘Training Courses’ / ’TAFE Admissions’ / ’How To Apply – Full-time
TAFE’ / ’Entrance requirements for full-time study’
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Courses Stage 2 (Year 11) and
Stage 3 (Year 12)
Pathways include University and TAFE entry
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Academic rigour.
Five days in school.
Minimum of three study/homework sessions per course
each week.
3 - 4 hours of study at home per night.
WACE exams in Stage 2 & 3 are compulsory.
Exams for university entry, 50:50 school and exams.
Scores can be over 5 consecutive years for university
entry.
Want to go to University?
Entry Requirements
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Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE)
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Final Scaled Score of 50 or better in an English or
Literature
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TEA (Tertiary Entrance Aggregate) is the sum of four (4)
best stage 2 or stage 3 courses. Recommended minimum
four courses at stage 3.
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ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) – is a
percentile ranking. An ATAR high enough to gain entry
into the course of choice.
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Pre-requisite courses (as required) TISC www.tisc.edu.au
Combination/Alternative Courses
for Students in 2013
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6 courses including Workplace Learning
5 courses + TAFE
Career Access Program (3 days in school +
WPL,TAFE or SAL)
School Based Traineeship
- 2 days in industry, 3 day at school
- complete 4 courses, including WPL
School Apprenticeship Link
- 2 days in industry, 3 days at school
- complete 4 subjects, including WPL
Choices for 2013
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Return to School
TAFE (full time)
Traineeship
Apprenticeship
Employment (full time) which includes
training
Agricultural College
Career Advice
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Computer assistance
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Places
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OZJAC www.ozjac.com.au Username: g42839 Password: shenton
MyFuture http://www.myfuture.edu.au
aLife http://www.alife.net.au
Careers Info Centre – JIGCAL; TAFE; UNI; Library.
Books
Job Guide, Uni/TAFE Handbooks, Other
– DEST’s Parents help with careers
http://www.deewr.gov.au/Schooling/CareersandTransitions/CareerDevelopment/R
esources/Pages/ParentsTalkingCareerChoices.aspx
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People
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C&CA, School Staff, Relatives, Friends
Myfuture Website
www.myfuture.edu.au
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Contact for Course and Careers
Advisors
Janet Schofield (0419 922 153)
janet.schofield@det.wa.edu.au
Lyn Johnson
lyn.johnson@det.wa.edu.au
Shenton College: 9488 2100
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www.shenton.wa.edu.au (internal/careers resources)
CAREERS, Education and
Employment Expo
3 – 6 May 2012
Perth Convention
Exhibition Centre
http://careersandeducationexpo.exibit.com.au/
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EOC’s National Careers and
Employment Expo 2012
10 and 12 August
Perth Convention Exhibition
Centre
http://www.eocexpo.com.au/perth.aspx
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FAREWELL
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Next Parent Information Evening:
Monday, June 18 (Week 9 Term 2, 2012)
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