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Year 9
The focus of the Year 9 program is an Inquiry Learning Model designed around Project Based Learning and increasing student engagement.
A stand alone program for Year 9 students enables greater flexibility around projects and delivery of curriculum. Year 9 is also the first opportunity students have to choose their elective subjects.
The outcomes for students in this program are:At Year 9 all students study our project based learning (PBL) program. This is a specially designed course which integrates the areas of English, Humanities, Positive Education and Religious Education. Throughout the year students will cover the necessary components of each subject as described in the Victorian Curriculum, however, they will do so within projects which aim to engage students and develop 21st Century Learning skills.
Critical Thinking
Students are asked to think creatively and innovatively, analyse, synthesize and apply new information to concepts.
Teamwork skills
Students need to cooperate and manage relationships appropriately to achieve a common goal.
Literacy skills
Along with the skills normally covered in a mainstream English class, students are required to deconstruct an understanding of how to complete a task, focusing on reading and writing. This helps students to make the connections between subjects and to realise that literacy skills are not only for the English classroom.
Presentation Skills
Students present their projects to a variety of audiences in a confident manner using a wide range of resources to enhance the presentation.
Organisational Skills
Students must meet deadlines by planning their projects, holding each other accountable and setting achievable goals. A highlight during the year is Year 9 Camp at Happy Valley. This camp allows students to develop crucial skills such as collaboration, communication, leadership, problem-solving, and resilience. It promotes a positive team spirit, appreciation for diversity, and personal growth, while fostering a fun and memorable learning environment.
