Curriculum Matters

Year 12

It was wonderful to see Year 12 students utilise the College library during the winter holidays as a study venue and utilising the extended Homework Centre hours in week 2. A big thank you to the staff who volunteered to work with our students during this break, for their time and expertise.

The written HSC Trial Examination period begins on Monday 4 August, starting with English paper 1. The examination timetable is available on the HSC Curriculum Matters Google Classroom, as are the instructions for students.

We remind students of the following;

• you do not attend timetabled classes during the HSC Trial Examination period
• you are encouraged to use the College library when not in exams to continue your preparation.
• read the Assessment Block Students Information on Google Classroom so that you understand the examination protocols and your responsibilities.
• if ill or late due to misadventure, ring/email the school immediately.
• keep up to date with resources and NESA information via this link HSC Student Guide

Year 11

Preliminary Examination Block

A reminder that the Year 11 Final Examination period starts on Wednesday 3 September and finishes Friday 12 September.

The examination timetable is available on the Year 11 Curriculum Matters Google Classroom, as are the instructions for students.

Students will not be attending timetabled classes during this time.

We encourage students to have a nightly study regime in place in the lead up to this examination block, and to make effective use of the many resources the College provides. It is also important to maintain a routine that includes a good night’s sleep, healthy eating and exercise.

Subject Selection Year 10

The Parent and Student Curriculum Information Evening was held in the College Hall on Wednesday 23 July. It was a wonderful opportunity to speak with parents and their children about the options and requirements for Stage 6 study pathways, and for you to meet specialist teachers, receiving specific answers to any questions that you may have had.

Thank you to all those 10 students who have been submitting their signed Course Selection forms to the Curriculum Office. If you have yet to do this please submit the signed form to confirm that your parents/carers are aware of your choices.

A reminder that at SJPC student choice determines which courses run in 2026. Now that choices have been finalised, we will now determine which courses will be running and begin the process of constructing timetable lines for 2026. Student’s will automatically receive their reserve choices if courses do not run and will be informed of this over the coming weeks. Returning students will receive confirmation packs with all information needed for continuing at SJPC in 2026. Preparations for the Term 3 Round Table Conferences are also well under way for these students.

We will continue to keep parents, carers and students up to date over the coming weeks.!

Term 3 Elevate Webinars

Free Elevate Seminars continue this Term – please refer to the list below for dates and topics for discussion.

These live sessions are designed to help keep parents up to date with the study skills strategies students are being taught in class, as well as offer insights into how parents can best support learning at home.

It is timely to remind ALL students of their responsibilities as learners.

Your teachers are designing and setting activities that will help you develop the knowledge, understanding and skills that are important throughout life. Trust them and engage with your course work