Year 12

Key Dates

  • 18 September Yr 12 IB Visual Arts Exhibition Opening Night
  • 19 September Yr 12 Final Chapel Service
  • 23 September Yr 12 Thanksgiving Assembly
  • 24 September Yr 12 Breakfast Cruise and Activities Day
  • 25 September Yr 12 Farewell Assembly and Valedictory Prize Giving Ceremony and Dinner
  • 26 September Last Day of Term 3
  • 14 October First Day of Term 4
  • 16 October – 8 November Yr 12 HSC Exams
  • 21 October – 11 November Yr 12 IB Exams 

End of Yr 12 Events

These last few weeks are a celebratory time for the 2024 Cohort. Please ensure parent/carer permission has been granted for the End of Yr 12 Events and thank you for ensuring students arrive and attend all events on time and in appropriate uniform. Full details of these events are included here for reference:

Year 12 Final Events Letter 2024

Yr 12 Privileges

Starting Monday Wk 8, Yr 12 students will be able to sign in late or sign out early if they have a Study Period at the start or end of the day. This next round of privileges is meant to support students in organising their own schedule, plan accordingly for their study and final events as well as support them in this next step toward independence and graduation. Please note the guidelines for these privileges:

  • Students are expected to be in all of their timetabled classes, on time, including Tutor and, Core sessions, assemblies, Yr 12 End of Year Events and Recess Morning Teas
  • Students may only come in late if they have a study period first or second period. Then they must sign in before Tutor.
  • Students may only leave after lunch if they have no lessons 5 and 6. They may leave during lesson 6 if you have no class then. 
  • Students must sign in and out at student reception.
  • If students have study periods in lessons 3 and 4, they may not leave the site. The earliest they can sign out, is lunchtime

If the above is not followed, privileges will be removed. The Yr 12 cohort is expected to uphold these guidelines responsibly to ensure everyone can take advantage of this round of privileges in a respectful and responsible manner. Again, these privileges do not apply for Year 12 events – student attendance at these events is required.

Money Confidence Program by Monyvest, Financial Education

Today, Yr 12 participated in the Money Confidence Program where students were guided through setting up their MyGov account with the ATO, challenged to find their interest rate for a current savings account, asked to check on their tax payable, how and when to file their tax return and how to start saving early with Superannuation to make the most amount of money possible for their future, starting now. Dominic was an engaging presenter and he answered a many specific questions that came up during the presentation. He also gave students a “to-do” list of items to go home and begin today.

Economics Workshop

Recently, several Year 12 Economics students—Eliot de Macedo Stewart, Mia St. Clair, Jacob Pamenter, Zac Stonley and Connor Ikin—prepared and delivered an insightful workshop on monetary policy to the Year 11 Economics class. Their presentation covered the operation and effectiveness of monetary policy during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. This initiative required substantial research and preparation, offering Year 11 students an engaging and insightful learning experience. It also served as an excellent revision exercise for all students involved. A big thank you to the Year 12 students for their dedication and effort in making these lessons a success.

Rugby Captain Highlight: Hugo Scott

Hugo Scott has been an avid athlete his entire life, especially since starting in the Secondary School. He most recently competed in the ISA Season (Independent Sporting Association), where he was recognised for his incredible dedication and ability in the sport. As Hugo has been heavily involve in Rugby and has led his team with professionalism, support and grit, please see some of Hugo’s reflections and comments on what he has learned through Sport.

Proudest achievement in Rugby to date: Leading the amalgamation of three schools to combine this season to create the inaugural barbarians combination squad. 

Goals for Rugby/Sport in the future: To continue to enjoy the sport within a local rugby club and to continue to play at a competitive level. With rugby being a physically demanding sport it allows me to focus on fitness and conditioning and continue to set goals to improve and push my physical condition. Lastly, to continue to meet new people, build connections with coaches and players, opening doors to new opportunities within the future. 

What you have learned about yourself through playing Sport: One of my most valuable lessons has been the power of the mind and self-confidence in overcoming obstacles and pushing beyond imagined limitations. Rugby has taught me that mental toughness can be considerably more important than athletic skill. I’ve learnt to trust my gut feelings, stay calm under pressure and believe in myself, even in the face of hardship. The sport has taught me that confidence is more than simply understanding your talents; it is also about accepting your faults and working hard to improve.

How you managed the HSC with your Sport commitments: Since the beginning of the HSC, I’ve had to master time management in order to stay organised with both academics, field training and gym sessions. I learned to prioritise tasks, set realistic goals and maintain a disciplined schedule. By staying organised and focused, I managed to keep up with my studies while dedicating myself fully to the sport I love. This organisational success has enabled me to keep a work-sport balance maintaining a healthy combination of both.

Ms Alissa Ynson
Yr 12 Advisor
aynson@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9865