Year 12 Coordinator's Report
‘I just finished the last SAC of the term!’ … ‘Mine is tomorrow!’ ‘Can’t believe we are already in the last week of the Term!’ With students’ gleeful voices permeating the study space in the Senior School Centre, our Year 12 students are reaching the 1/3 milestone of their Year 12 journey.
The first term of their last year in high school might be flying by fast for our Year 12s with sudden changes between study modes and fast-paced study and assessments. However, it is definitely not one that is humdrum as our Year 12s take on the challenges to find their momentum to sprint and scamper towards their respective destinations, from the day they were presented with their Year 12 badges on Tuesday 23 February in our whole school assembly.
Following the requirements of our VCAL curriculum, many of our Year 12 VCAL students are now learning to juggle with the increased demands of workload, as they not only need to look after their 2-day study at school but also need to take on the demand in their structured workplace learning. Thanks to all VCAL teachers and our Careers & Pathways Coordinator/School Organisation Manager Miss Jodie Hechenberger, studying and working at the same time has been made easier for our VCAL students.
Whilst our Year 12 VCE students’ priority and main focus is their academic progress, the ‘single’ focus has not been easy as each and every single subject has its own complexity and intricacy. Pleasantly, our Year 12s are now gradually adjusting to the high demand of their Unit 3 study despite such challenge. I would like to take this chance to acknowledge the great effort our Year 12 students have been putting in and the tremendous support all Year 12 teachers have given to our students! I would also like to express my gratitude to our school psychologist Ms. Elisa Jones Arango for taking the time to share her expertise with our Year 12s in the ‘Staying Well in Year 12’ wellbeing session.
As the term break is approaching, I would encourage all Year 12 students to take some time off to rejuvenate and also take this opportunity to reflect on their approach to bring necessary adjustments. For those who seek teacher support over the holiday, please remember that there are holiday classes running by Year 12 teachers in the first week. Also, I have set up ‘Kicking off Term Break Study’ on Tuesday 6 April in Building E, anyone who would like to set the tone for their term break or would like to receive some help with setting up a study plan are welcomed to attend!
To conclude this report, please allow me to wish everyone a happy holiday by sharing the newsletter written by our school captains, Year 12 students, Sivan CHEN and Lula TADESSE.
Swimming Carnival
Last week, our school’s swimming carnival was successfully and smoothly held. The swimming carnival was the first ‘whole-school’ event of the year, and it was so great to see everyone come together. Regardless of the competitive nature of the event, all students united and created a motivating and encouraging environment!
Despite the weather not being sunny and warm, the cloudy sky did not stop our students from participating in this exciting event. Additionally, those students who weren’t getting in the water were cheering on the swimmers - demonstrating the strong community values of our school.
While all Houses put up a great effort, Melba came out on top and won first place (GO MELBA!) Apart from the House campion, we also witnessed many age-group champions. Their effort and dedication to this event are to be acknowledged!
Last but not least, we would like to acknowledge Mr Moore and all the staff members of Ashwood High School for their proactive involvement, hard-work and support.
“I had a lot of fun and I leant that next time I should definitely learn how to swim properly.” This was how I concluded my participation in the event and I am sure many of my peers would echo me. For us who may not be excelling when it comes to swimming, Swimming Carnival definitely gave us a chance to have fun and give it a go! After all, participation is just as important as winning!
Sivan CHEN and Lula TADESSE
Jessie Tian
Year 12 Coordinator
