Curriculum EveningStage 4 (Years 7 & 8)*curriculum refers to the lessons and academic content, subjects and programs

taught at Erina High School. Learning, Teaching and Leading at EHS.Presented by Karen Nicol

Our VisionA caring supportive school community committedto delivering quality educational experiences for all students to reach their full learning potential and achieve our purpose – “Service Crowns Success”.

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The School Plan 2018 - 2020Strategic Direction 1• A professional, inspiring learning community.

Strategic Direction 2• All learners succeeding, thriving and achieving their full potential.

Strategic Direction 3• Authentic school, business and community partnerships to

sustain a positive school culture.

Achieving our goals

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Core Values4C’sCareCommitmentCourtesyCo-operation

Communication is what makes a community strong.

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HSC Minimum StandardsLiteracy and NumeracyStudents in New South Wales will need a minimum standard of literacy and numeracy to receive the HSC from 2020. The standard is set at a basic level of literacy and numeracy essential for everyday life and is assessed across three areas reading writing and numeracy. Over 13 years of schooling it is expected that students will develop the skills to be able to do things like write a letter for a job application or understand a mobile phone plan.

This consistent of 3 Online Tests in Reading, Writing and Numeracy. The Reading and Numeracy Test consists of 45 multiple choice questions and the Writing Test is based on a response to a stimulus.

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HSC Minimum StandardsContinued…Students must pass all three of the tests to meet the HSC Minimum Standard.

An email will be sent to students in the lead up to the test with access to a practice test.The online test will be administered at school. Students are notified of their results via email.

Erina High School supports our students meeting the HSC Minimum Standard with; Learning Activities within the curriculum to develop the Literacy and Numeracy skills Access to practice tests Targeted support for students that are unsuccessful Two testing opportunities each year from Yr10-12.

Bump It Up!Literacy, Numeracy, English and Mathematics

So much happening!

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Subjects Studied English Mathematics Science Human Society and Its Environment Technology and Applied Science Visual Arts & Music Language – Japanese Masterclass

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Extra Curricula Opportunities are in abundance.This could include sport carnivals & representation, STEM, Art Club, Dance Festival, Choir, Homework Centre, GATS Days, Creative and Performing Arts Events, cultural program’s, field trips, excursions and specialised programs within key learning areas.

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High ExpectationsHigh achievement always takes place in the framework of high expectations.

Mobile PhonesPhones disrupt the learning environment. They are NOT used in the classroom.

Phones are to be in bags and turned off or on silent.Every classroom has a bag zone.

Students place their bags into the zone after taking out their equipment needed to support their learning.

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Roll CallStudents develop a love for reading and become better learners.

Just 20 minutes reading a day can significantly improve their growth and learning progression.

EHS makes it happen. “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go”, Dr Seuss.

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Home Study

Tip: Organising and scheduling a study routine is strongly recommended.

Recommended time for homework: Between 1 to 2 hours most evenings.

After school activities are very beneficial to thriving at school, supporting wellbeing and maintaining a life balance.

Teenage Quote: “ We never get homework”

Practice and skill development

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Examination Period Term 2 and 4.

Usually scheduled during Week 3.

Contributes to overall assessment, combined with formative, common and informal assessment tasks and learning activities throughout the learning journey.

Formal Assessment

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A test conducted TWICE a year.

Results are reported in the Academic Report.

Results are used by the school to identify students who will benefit from additional support.

NAPLAN results have significantly improved.

PAT Testing

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Expanded leadership opportunities at EHS

Five students elected from each Year.

Year 7 elections begin Term 2.

Student Voice

Leadership Portfolio’s & Specialised Roll Call

Junior Leadership Team

Fix ItSchool

Improvement

Assemblies Ceremonies

Fundraising Charity

Promotion

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We take a positive, supportive and encouraging approach to teaching and learning.

Students are recognised and celebrated for their hard work, effort, persistency, curiosity, learning agility, ability to learn and correct their mistakes and the understanding that success requires a productive work ethic.

Praise & Reward

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Praise & RewardStudents receive positive mentions from their teachers that is entered on their student profile.

Positive mentions are awarded for positive behaviour, 100% attendance each term, sport representation, school citizenship, school carnivals (swimming and athletic) and going above and beyond what is expected.

You can keep track of positive mentions.

Attendance Attendance at school is compulsory. 100% attendance is the expectation. Attendance Actions begin when below 85%. Days off need to be supported by a parent letter or

phone communication to the office. It is also important that students attend school to

ensure continuity of learning.

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Feedback – Interim Reports This report that is sent home every

FIVE weeks; It is a single page that numerically grades

your child based upon a specific criteria; The report reflects student application

and NOT academic progress; This report provides insight into the

effort your child is placing into their work.

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Student & Parent Portal

It is important to be able to navigate the portal.

https://web3.erina-h.schools.nsw.edu.au/portal/login

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Critical role in the school Mentor/Support Person Support Student Wellbeing Social and emotional support First point of contact at EHS Monitors student learning Monitors attendance and engagement Meet regularly to discuss student wellbeing with

EHS Learning Support/Wellbeing Team.

Year Advisor’s

Thank youContactPrincipal Mrs K Nicol

P 02 4367 7353

F 02 4365 3086

E erina-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

152 The Entrance Road Erina 2250

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