Burgmann Anglican School Years 11 and 12 Parent and Student Information Night 22 May 2008 7pm –...

Burgmann Anglican School

Years 11 and 12

Parent and Student Information Night22 May 20087pm – 9pm

School Chapel


Outline of the Evening

1. Welcome Alison Easey, Head of Education

2. Choosing a packageJohn Foulcher, Head of Senior SchoolRod Crnkovic, Assessment CoordinatorJames Hassall, Head of Mathematics

3. Years 11 and 12 at BurgmannJohn FoulcherVictoria D’Alton, Pastoral Leader

4. Australian School Based ApprenticeshipsSuellen Beveridge, Careers Advisor

5. Questions to staffFaculty teachers


Choosing a

Package


Course Structures

Courses consist of a number of semester length units (1unit = 1 semester of study)

Tertiary Course: used in UAI* calculationAccredited Course: not used in UAI calculation

Minor: 2 semester unitsMajor: 4 semester unitsMajor Minor: 6 semester unitsDouble Major: 8 semester units

* University Admission Index


Package Types

Year 12 Certificate

Tertiary Entrance Statement(includes the obtaining of a UAI)


Year 12 Certificate

A student will qualify on completion of

– a coherent educational program approved by the school

– a minimum of 17 units (usually more are completed)

– At least 3 minors


Tertiary Entrance Statement

• Complete 20 standard units• Have a course package of at least

5 majors OR

4 majors + 1 minor OR

3 majors + 3 minorsof which a minimum of 3 majors and 1 minor must be Tertiary (T) courses.

• Sit the ACT Scaling Test: AST in September 2010.( Advanced Skills Test )

To qualify a student must:


Year 11 Course Package

EnglishMathematics

Course 1Course 2Course 3

A very small minority of students study 6 courses

Double Majors and Major Minors available in English, Mathematics and History.


Year 12 Certificate Sample Package

Year 11 Year 12

Course 1 English (T) English (T)

Course 2 Mathematics General (A)

Mathematics General (A)

Course 3 Fashion Design (T) Fashion Design (T)

Course 4 Applied Science (A) Applied Science (A)

Course 5 Physical Education (A)

Business Enterprise (A)


Tertiary (1) Sample Package

Year 11 Year 12


Course 2 Mathematical Methods (T)

Mathematical Methods (T)

Course 3 English (T) Design and Technology (T)

Course 4 History (T) History (T)

Course 5 Economics (T) Economics (T)


Tertiary (2) Sample Package

Year 11 Year 12


Course 2 Mathematical Methods (T)

Mathematical Methods (T)

Course 3 Drama (A) Design and Technology (T)

Course 4 History (T) History (T)

Course 5 Economics (T) Economics (T)


AssessmentUnit Scores and Grades

Both T and A courses award unit grades of A-E

In the first semester of Year 11 unit scores are based on historical parameters. The aim is to deliver final course scores with a mean of 70 and a standard deviation of 12


Assessment: Course ScoresAt the end of Yr 12 standardised Unit Scores for a Course

are ranked then weighted according to the 80% principle:

– best 6.4 unit scores averaged for a double major– best 4.8 unit scores averaged for a major minor– best 3.2 unit scores averaged for a major – best 1.6 unit scores averaged for a minor.

The BSSS (Board of Senior Secondary Studies) rescales these scores to produce Scaled Course Scores based on the student’s achievements in his/her other subjects and in the AST.

(The AST is the independent moderating test which gives a basis for comparison between schools/colleges.)


The UAIUniversity Admission Index

1.The school creates a course score for each student completing a T course

2.BSSS scales the course score using the AST results for the school

3.Aggregate score produced from best 3 T majors plus 0.6 of next best T score

4.Aggregate scores of all students are ranked

5.Rank is converted to UAI


Tertiary Entrance Statement (Extract)

T Courses CourseLength

ScaledScores

Weighting WeightedScaled Scores

Course 1 Major 164.88 1.0 164.88

Course 2 Major 148.88 1.0 148.88

Course 3 Major 146.61 0.0 000.0

Course 4 Minor 154.83 0.6 092.90

Course 5 Major 170.56 1.0 170.56

Aggregate Score

577.22

UAI 75.00 (Top 25%)


Mathematics

Pick the correct course based on - your ability- the type of Mathematics you like- not because “it scores well” or that your friends are doing

the course

Accredited Mathematics

– Available to all students no prerequisites– More suitable for trades, CIT and general living– Yr 11 and 12 in the same classes


Mathematics

Tertiary Mathematics

• 3 Tertiary courses– Each is studied and assessed separately

• They are “meshed” by a common test in Term 1 2009• Mathematical Applications

– Suitable for students studying Level 2– Has a low emphasis on Algebra – More concrete problems, hands on investigations and

develops familiar ideas


Mathematics

Mathematical Methods

– Suitable for students achieving A Grades in Level 2. – Or C Grades or above in Level 1.– More Algebraic thinking.– More abstract problems.– You do calculus in this course.


Mathematics

Specialist Mathematics

– Suitable for a student achieving B grades or above in Level 1

– Even more algebraic thinking. – You need to like solving mathematical problems and

to be able to see patterns in data, problems and similar ideas.

– A passion for mathematics is essential!– Study one line or 2 lines at this level. – Talk to Mr Hassall if you’re interested.


Years 11 and 12

at Burgmann


Tertiary Courses

EnglishIndonesianFrenchMathematical

ApplicationsMathematical MethodsSpecialist MathematicsBiology ChemistryGeneral SciencePhysicsPsychologyHuman MovementHistoryGeography

Religious StudiesAsian StudiesLegal StudiesBusiness ManagementEconomicsDesign and TechnologyVisual ArtDigital Photography Fashion DesignInformation TechnologyMusicDrama


Accredited Courses

EnglishMathematicsApplied SciencePsychologyPhysical EducationHistoryAsian StudiesLegal StudiesBusiness EnterpriseWorkshop

TechnologyVisual Art

Digital PhotographyFashion DesignInformation TechnologyMusicDrama


Registered Courses

Arts ProgramMusic ProgramEthics, Leadership and ServicePersonal DevelopmentSports Competitions


Teaching and Learning Practice

• Increased face to face time in the classroom

• A balance between independent learning and disciplined guidance

• Increased access to information technology

• Small classes in most areas• Excellent physical resources – Stage 11

completed


Citizenship, Leadership and Pastoral Care

• Encourage caring and community values• Responsible citizenship• Provide an accepting and open spiritual ethos• Cocurricular opportunities• The Burgmann Diploma of Leadership

– School leaders (SRC, assembly, chapel, House)

– Mentors & reading support– Technology & sports volunteers


Pastoral Care Program

• 4 x 25 minute (beginning of school day) Pastoral Care time where attendance is checked & notices are read, includes planner checking, Assembly, a Challenge day and Chapel

• 1 x 45 minute lesson of Pastoral Care that can include tutor interviews to evaluate Year 12 course packages and teach the PC program for the year

• 2 x 45 minute lessons in Ethics led by the Head of Chaplaincy in which ethical issues are examined. Includes:-– Humanitarian efforts– Guest speakers– Civics and citizenship– Community service


Pastoral Opportunities• Supportive learning environment• Assistance with time management• Advice on course selection• Advice on career pathways

Year 11 Fun Day at the end of Semester 2 exams

Year 12 Retreat, Formal & Graduation


ASBAAustralian School Based Apprenticeships• An ASBA offers students the opportunity to achieve a

nationally recognised vocational qualification by combining paid work and training as part of their education program.

• The ASBA Training Contract consists of on-the-job training (min 8 hours per week) and off-the job (min 3 hours per week).

• An ASBA can gain a Certificate II or Certificate III qualification.

• An ASBA will count towards the student’s ACT Year 12 Certificate.

• The minimum nominal duration of an ASBA is 18 months.• At the end of Year 12 students find they are ‘fast tracked’

into a full apprenticeship.• Students enrolled in an ASBA need only study the equivalent

of 4 majors in Year 11 and 12.• Student to Industry Program: www.sip.net.au


Where to from here?

1. Read the handbook carefully.2. Choose according to your strengths and

affinities.

3. Fill out the subject selection form and submit to College Front Office by:

20 June 2007(new students: enrolment forms)

3. Arrange an interview with – Mr Foulcher or– Miss D’Alton or – Mr Crnkovic to discuss the package Burgmann will offer you.


Faculties

English/LOTE

Mrs Glynis Bridle Faculty LeaderMrs Louise Ball EnglishMs Bethany Lord English Mr Andrew Woodman EnglishMrs Marcela Costanzo FrenchMrs Ade Febiana Indonesian


Faculties

Mathematics

Mr James Hassall Faculty LeaderMr Rod Crnkovic Mathematics Senior School

Assessment CoordinatorMrs Alison Easey Mathematics, Head of Education Mr Rohit Bhatnagar Mathematics, Physics Mr Errol Price Mathematics, PhysicsMrs Karen McKerrow Mathematics


Faculties

Science/PDPHE

Mr Graham Caldwell Faculty Leader, Biology Mrs Joanna Kreskas Human Movement,

PC Assistance Mr Andrew Fleming Physical EducationMr Tim Birkett Chemistry


Faculties

Humanities

Miss Julie Jorritsma Faculty Leader,

Legal Studies, Business

Management, History Miss Victoria D’Alton History, PC Leader Mr Jonathan Cole Business EnterpriseMrs Suellen Beveridge Learning Support,

Economics, Careers Mrs Marie Claydon Geography


Faculties

Arts and Design

Mrs Sandra Taylor Faculty Leader, Music Mrs Lyn Yates Visual Art Mr Kevin Robertson Design and Technology Mr David Kemister Design and Technology Mrs Fran Cannon Fashion and Design Mr John Foulcher Drama,

Head of Senior SchoolMrs Wendy Hutton Information Technology

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