Year 8

Examination Preparation

Yr 8 students have continued their examination preparation this week and have utilised the ‘study bubbles’ provided during Tutor time well. On Friday we engaged in a technology free study session, with an emphasis on handwritten notes, flashcard retrieval strategies and collaborative work in developing mind-maps and responses to questions from the various study guides provided by each department.

Wellbeing During an Exam Period

As examination blocks can be stressful times for students there are several considerations over the next week that may help to ensure wellbeing during this time.

  • Physical activity – students are encouraged to ensure that they are keeping their exercise routines or simply spending sometime outside by going for a walk each day to break up study sessions.
  • Study loads – completing several exams daily does take a toll in terms of mental fatigue. Nightly study routines of 60 to 90 minutes may be shortened and should focus on consolidation rather than new content – much of the hard work has already been done in the weeks of preparation leading up to tasks and students’ brains need rest.
  • Rest – students should ensure that they are getting a good night’s sleep to perform at their best each day of next week. Long, late night study sessions often have little impact on academic results.

Yr 8 Drama Performances

Congratulations to all the Yr 8 Drama students who completed their performances on Monday and Tuesday this week. A huge thank you to those students who helped to run the production side of things across both nights as well.

Catch-up Vaccinations

Some Yr 8 students are due for a catch-up vaccination because they missed one of the previous clinics. The clinic will take place on Thursday 3 November, and students and parents will be contacted via email with specific times.

Key Dates

  • Week 4 – Yr 8 Yearly Examination Block
  • Week 7 – Monday 21 & Tuesday 22nd Nov – Yr 8 STEAM
  • Week 9 – Wednesday 7 Dec – Last Day of Term 4/Speech Night

Mr Tobias Horan
Assistant Year 8 Advisor
thoran@redlands.nsw.edu.au