1. St Peter’s College, Cranbourne
An active learning community

2. “Active learning” means students engage with the material, participate in the class and collaborate with each other. (Stanford University)
This means that we expect students to actively participate in their subject selection

3. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options
PRECAL
New in This Course is designed to offer students a taster of VCAL in Year 11
Accelerated
Designed for students who wish to study 6 subjects in VCE . For students who excel in one area of study
VET
Two options – Block Release or within the Timetable
Electives
Up to 4 different electives may be studied
Languages
No longer compulsory but highly recommended

4. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options – Accelerated EVERY VCE
Is there a subject you are doing particularly well in this year?
Is there an area that you are really interested in and would like to study in greater depth?
Do you have an idea of your pathway after secondary school?
There are many opportunities for you to continue to follow your interests in Year 10. One of these is to choose to complete an accelerated study as part of your elective options.
Not all are recommended

5. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options – Accelerated
I can study a subject which really interests me.
I will learn about the demands of Year 11 and Year 12 in one subject rather than in five subjects.
I may gain a 10% boost to my ATAR score by having six Year 12 subjects rather than five.
You need to be able to commit to an increased workload for your VCE subject and be motivated to keep on top of both your Year 10 and VCE subject requirements.

6. Year 9 into 10 – Why Accelerated?
Experience a VCE workload in preparation
Bank a score towards your ATAR
Experience VCE examination conditions
Extend yourself in an area of interest
Possibly gain a bonus towards your ATAR

7. Year 9 into 10 – What Accelerated is NOT
Not an opportunity to have a study line in Year 12
Not an excuse to slow down with Year 10 studies
Not recommended for ALL VCE subjects but is in reality AVAILABLE for all VCE units
Not available in combination with VET Block release

8. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options
Semester 1
Semester 2
English – Which level?
English – Which level ?
Religion
Science
Humanities
Maths ? Which level
Maths – Which level?
VET within Timetable
ACCELERATED UNIT

9. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options
Semester 1
Semester 2
English – Which level ?
English –Which level ?
Religion
Science
Humanities
Maths ? Which level ?
Maths – Which level?
ACCELERATED UNIT
Elective Option 1
Elective Option 2

10. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options
Unit 1 and 2
Unit 3 and 4
???? Pick Up for Bonus
English
3rd Subject
4th Subject
5th Subject

11. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options
Electives
Health & Physical Education
Physical Education Applications
Health & Human Development
Science
Life Science
Physical Science
The Arts
Art
Dance (West only)
Drama
Music Performance
Photo and media
Visual Communication design
Humanities
Commerce
People and Power
Social Justice
Technology
Explore Food
Product Design
Food in Context
Metal Fabrication
Robotic Vehicle Systems
Textiles
Languages
French
Japanese

12. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options – VCE or VET
VCE – Victorian Certificate of Education
These are in-depth studies extending what you have been learning in Years 7 to 9. VCE is generally required if your intended career requires university studies.
VET – Vocational Education & Training
These are in-depth studies which have a more hands-on focus allowing you to apply your learning in practical situations. VET subjects lead to trades, university, and work.
See p128 of the curriculum handbook for VCE subjects and p114 for VET subjects

13. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options – VET
Music Industry (East campus)
Information, Digital Media & Technology
Sport and Recreation
Building and Construction ( West Campus)
Electro technology ( West Campus)
Engineering (West Campus)
There are also a wide range of VET subjects available off campus at local TAFEs.
All available at Accelerated UNITS

14. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options – VET
Timeline:
Last Week Term 2– Curriculum Handbook distributed to students in Tutor Group
17th July – Careers Session
24th July – Futures Expo – Web preferences Open .
26/27/30/31 July – Year 9 and 10 Subject Interviews
3rd August – On-line Web Preferences closes – subjects must be entered by this date. This is also the final deadline for submitting signed “Print Receipts.” They are to be signed by student, parent and learning advisor.
Include a letter to Ms Jorgensen explaining why you wish to study an accelerated Unit and what Unit you will pick up
Late Term Four – Students notified of subjects they will be studying for Head Start 2018

15. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options – Webpreferences
Have name marked off

16. Year 9 into 10 – So many Options – Webpreferences
Follow the prompts to complete on line selection