Year 9
Welcome back to the start of Term 4. This will be an incredibly busy start with examinations and camp, and we look forward to supporting Yr 9 as they work through the challenges both academically, culturally and personally this term.
Arnhem Land
With camp fast approaching, students will be provided with their individual itineraries, camp groups, and camp t-shirt on Monday morning. They will also be addressed by Mr Sean Corcoran regarding expectations whilst on camp.
Culture College Pre-reading Handbook HERE
Included information:
- Overview of Culture College and the program which students will engage
- Importance of connection to self, others and country
- Our cultural footprint
- Cultural acknowledgement of the Yolngu and Napaki
- What Culture College means for Yolngu and Napaki
- Packing list
Yr 9 Examinations – Term 4, Week 2
Students have been working hard this week in subject specific ‘Study Bubbles’ accessing the expertise of our Tutor team.
Examination Timetable HERE
Redlands My TV – Exam Jitters
Setting a schedule is vitally important. Students need to schedule everything from sleeping and eating, to studying and exercising. It is one of the best ways to manage inevitable exam stress. Students need to look after themselves when they have big demands in their life.
When it comes to productive study, sometimes less is often more. It is recommended that students hit the books in 50-minute stints, broken up by 15-minute breaks. This gives the brain, and body, a rest. Adolescents will often underestimate the amount of sleep they need. Getting enough sleep is key to successful study practices. Research shows that physical activity also has a very positive impact on mental wellbeing. Eating well is another crucial factor to maintaining concentration and staying focussed on the task ahead.
Factsheets:
Reach Out – Exam slaying checklist
Reach Out – 5 Apps to help you study at home
Exams – It’s a word that’ll get most people’s stomachs sinking and hearts fluttering. Exam anxiety can be really tough to tackle and it can affect anyone – from the most super-conscientious student to the last-minute crammer. While it’s a tough ask to eliminate exam stress completely, there are some study apps that can help make it all a little more manageable. Here are the best study apps to get you on the right track.
Reach Out – Top 5 Motivation Boosters
- Work out your ‘why’: if you know the benefit of getting the task done, you’ll be more motivated to do it.
- Put a timer on: set a timer for 20 mins and focus solely on the task at hand. Put your phone away and tell yourself you’ll procrastinate later.
- Celebrate the wins: make yourself a ‘Ta-da’ list where you write down your achievements, no matter how small.
- Get moving: go for a short walk or do some stretches, it’ll help you get inspired.
- Play music: make a playlist of your fave upbeat songs and listen to them when you need an extra push.
Ms Lisa Vale
Yr 9 Advisor
9968 9837
lvale@redlands.nsw.edu.au