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2017 VCE, VET and VCAL Handbook - 1 -

Box Hill Senior Secondary College

Years 10, 11 and 12

Student Handbook 2017

Learning to make a life Learning to make a living Learning to make a difference

Dunloe Avenue

Mont Albert North

Victoria 3129

Tel: (03) 9890 0571

Fax: (03) 9899 4093

Email: [email protected]


2017 Student Handbook

Contents

GENERAL INFORMATION College Personnel 4 College Map 5 Session Times 6 Help ……………. Where do students go? 7 General Information 8 Important Dates 2017 19 PROGRAM INFORMATION 1. VCE Student Program Selection 21 1.1 Normal Student Program 1.2 Variations to Normal Student Program 1.3 Amendments to or withdrawal from VCE Units 1.4 Repeating Units 1.5 Withdrawal from the VCE 2. Requirements for the award of the VCE Certificate 22 2.1 English Requirement 3. Assessment 22 3.1 Satisfactory completion of a unit (units 1, 2, 3, 4) 3.2 Achievement of Learning Outcomes 3.3 Graded Assessment Tasks

3.3.1 Year 11 3.3.2 Year 12

4. Rules & Procedures for Completion of Coursework 23

& Assessment Tasks 4.1 Teacher Responsibility 4.2 Attendance

4.2.1 College attendance policy 4.2.2 Absence from school during completion of School Assessed Coursework

4.3 Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority 4.4 Breach of Rules 4.5 Computer Rules 4.6 Storage of Student Work 5. Submission of work 25 5.1 Submission of Units 1 & 2 Assessment Tasks 5.2 Submission of Units 3 & 4 SACs 5.3 Submission of Unit 3 & 4 School Assessed Tasks (SATs)

5.3.1 Written Component 5.3.2 Production Model/Folio Component

5.4 Lost, stolen or damaged coursework or SATs.


6. Examinations 27 6.1 Units 1 & 2 6.2 Units 3 & 4 6.3 GAT 6.4 Attendance/lateness to examinations 7. Reporting 28 7.1 Reporting of unit completion

7.1.1 Satisfactory completion – S result 7.1.2 Unsatisfactory completion - N Result 7.1.3 J Result

7.2 Reporting of graded assessment (Level of performance) 7.2.1 Unit 1 & 2 studies 7.2.2 Unit 3& 4 studies

8. Policies to assist students 29 8.1 Special Provision 8.2 Chronic Circumstances

8.2.1 Criteria for Eligibility 8.2.2 Reporting Chronic Circumstances 8.3 Extension of time for units 1 & 2 studies 8.4 Extension of time for unit 3 & 4 School Assessed Tasks (SATs) 8.5 Extension of time for unit 3 & 4 School Assessed Coursework (SACs) 8.6 Delay of Decision

8.6.1 Eligibility 8.6.2 Procedure

9. Appeals 32 9.1 Appeals to the School 9.1.1 Appeal against non-satisfactory completion of a unit 9.1.2 Appeal against decision not to grant Special Provision 9.2 Appeals to the Victorian Curriculum and assessment Authority 10. Tertiary entrance 33 11. Units 3 & 4 SAT and SAC submission dates 2015 34 12. Copyright and Plagiarism 35 13. VET Information 36

13.1 VET Enrolment Terms and Conditions 36

13.2 External VET Programs at BHSSC IN 2017 41 13.3 Student Grievances and Appeals – VET Programs 42 13.4 School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships 45 14. VCAL Information 47


College Personnel

Principal: Steve Cook

Assistant Principals: Damian Dwyer

Fiona Erwich

Director of Student Management/

VCE Coordinator: Andrea Wood

Student Wellbeing and Advocacy: Amy Pascoe

Careers and Pathways Coordinator: Frank De Melis

Student Wellbeing Counsellor: Andrea Foster

Year level Coordinators:

Year 10 Andrew Delfinis

Year 11 & 12 Ann Le, Teagan Steen and Paul Sturgess

The content of the BHSSC Student Handbook is designed to provide specific information relating Box Hill Senior Secondary College. In reading the VCE and VET information in this handbook it is important that you familiarize yourself with the procedures that must be followed in order to successfully complete individual VET certificates and the VCE. As always, there are staff that are prepared to assist and advise you in your studies at any time.


College Map

Out of Bounds Areas

Behind the School Hall – along Melrose Street and alongside Car Park

Areas between and behind the Tennis Courts including the embankment.

Car park

Behind Technology wing, and along Dunloe Avenue boundary.


Session Times

Session times are in ½ hour periods. Classes are either 1 hour or 1½ hours in length. Please note the altered session times for Fridays.

2017 Session Times

Monday - Thursday Friday

Period Start Time Period Start Time

1 8.50 - 9.20 1 8.50 - 9.20

2 9.20 - 9.50 2 9.20 – 9.50

3 9.50 - 10.20 3 9.50 - 10.20

Recess 10.20-10.40 Recess 10.20-10.40

4 10.40 –11.10 4 10.40 - 11.10

5 11.10 - 11.45 5 11.10 - 11.40

6 11.45 - 12.15 6 11.40 - 12.10

7 12.15 - 12.50 7 12.10 – 12.40

Lunch 12.50 - 1.30 8 12.40 - 1.05

8 1.30 - 2.00 Lunch 1.05 – 1.45

9 2.00 - 2.30 9 1.45 - 2.15

10 2.30 - 3.00 10 2.15 - 2.45

11 3.00 - 3.30 11 2.45 - 3.15

12 3.30 - 4.00 12


Help ……………. Where do students go?

Assistance required Who should you see Where

Attendance issues Advocate

Student Coordinators Student Services

Early leave pass General Office/Student Coordinators

General Office/Student Services

Course selection/ change of subjects

Assistant Principal

VCE Coordinator

Student Coordinators

Student Services

Work Experience/ Placement

Pathways Coordinator Library

Personal problems

Advocate


Director of Wellbeing

Student Services

Application for VCE special provision

VCE Coordinator Student Services

Extension of time for coursework

Director of Student Management (Yr 10)

VCE Coordinator (Yr 11 & 12)

Student Services

Past VCE results information

VCE Coordinator Student Services

Careers advice Pathways Coordinator Library

Tertiary entrance advice Pathways Coordinator Library

Looking for work, apprenticeship, traineeship

Pathways Coordinator Library

Exit from school

Advocate


Pathways Coordinator

Student Services

Library

Harassment/Bullying Student Coordinators

Director of Wellbeing Student Services

Car park permit stickers Student Coordinators Student Services

Lost Property Student Coordinators

General Office

Student Services

General Office

First Aid Sick Bay General office


General Information

Advocacy Program The Box Hill Senior Secondary College Advocacy model has been introduced to build on our previous mentor program. This new pastoral care model is based on research that indicates that advocacy programs have a strong positive impact, not only on student attendance and retention, but on general engagement in learning and academic achievement. It also supports the psychological and social wellbeing of our students. (Additionally, the program supports the Victorian government Managed Individual Pathways initiative.) What is an Advocate?

An “Advocate” is a staff member who is allocated to a group of students and is committed to meeting with them on a regular basis. The label “advocacy” was adopted, rather than “advisor” or “mentor,” to emphasise a particular aspect of the relationship, in that the teacher/advocate focuses on listening to and supporting the student to ensure that the student’s voice is heard within the school. The advocate and students will meet once a week (at least) on a Thursday for an hour, during which time they will explore the student’s engagement in learning and the possible barriers to success. The advocate will encourage students to reflect on their learning and to develop a sense of purpose in their experience of schooling.

Attendance

Students are expected to attend all classes. The minimum attendance requirement, for satisfactory completion in each subject, is 90% approved attendance.

Students should make medical appointments etc outside school times.

Participation in authorised excursions, sporting teams, performances, instrumental music and College extra curricula activities are not counted as absences.

It is the responsibility of the student to consult with the teachers of any classes missed to ensure they catch up with work set.

Year 12 assessment makes full attendance an even greater priority. Full attendance is necessary for authentication purposes. Students who miss a Year 12 assessment without a Medical certificate

will receive an N for the task.

Students who have planned surgery, or who are travelling overseas or interstate on approved trips are required to complete a Learning Plan before departure.

Computerised roll marking is on COMPASS which can be accessed by parents and students. If a student misses classes for any reason an explanation must be provided. Parents can do this online in advance or when the student returns to school. Absences must be approved within 10 school days of the last day of absence. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that an explanation is provided. Medical Certificates and Absence notes should be given to the students advocate immediately on return to school.


Lateness to timetabled classes and activities is unacceptable. Where a student is late to class this will be recorded Advocates and Student Coordinators will monitor absences. A student whose attendance is affected by periods of prolonged illness or other circumstances related to their personal situation/environment may apply to the VCE Coordinator for special provision. The student will be required to provide supporting documentation (eg medical reports, reports from social workers). It is advised that the student should apply as soon as s/he is aware that their attendance may be affected. Where a student’s attendance is at risk of falling below the minimum 90% requirement and he/she is not eligible for special provision, the student will be required to develop an action plan negotiated with the Student Coordinators in consultation with the student’s advocate and subject teachers.

Where an unacceptable pattern of absences and/or lateness continues and negotiated action plans have not been fulfilled, the student’s enrolment at the College may be reviewed. Car Park, Student Drivers and Passengers

All students who drive cars to and from school are expected to adhere to road rules and drive in a safe and responsible manner.

Students are not permitted to sit in cars or around the car park during recess, lunchtime or non-timetabled periods.

All drivers and passengers must be registered with the college and have a Car Park permit.

They must lock their cars on arrival and immediately leave the car park.

They should not enter the car park again until leaving school after their last timetable class.

Students should not transport other students to or from any school program or function.

Any student exiting the car park at any time is expected to stop if requested by any staff member.

Canteen

Students are expected to dispose of rubbish and generally treat the area with respect eg not rearrange furniture etc.

If the canteen is not kept clean and used appropriately it will be closed.

Dress

Although there is no school uniform, the college is a workplace and dress is required to be neat and appropriate for a work environment.

Clothing must be an appropriate length and provide adequate coverage.

Clothing must not contain words or images which may be offensive to others.

Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times; - covered footwear is required in practical classes, - approved workboots are required in trade workshops.

Any makeup should not be offensive to others.


Eating and Drinking in Class

No food or liquid is to be consumed during class.

The only exception is water which may be consumed at the class teacher’s discretion.

Electronic Devices

Upon enrolment at the college, student and parents/guardians sign an Information and

Communication Technologies Acceptable Use and Cybersafety Agreement which sets

out guidelines for accessing ICT at Box Hill Senior Secondary College, including the

college internet and intranet and the use of other electronic devices.

Among other things, these guidelines include that students:

Are directly responsible for any material they download from the internet

Should not access or publish material that is not related to a specified task

Should not trespass on other students’ directories

Should acknowledge all sources of information used in work submitted

Internet and digital resources including mobile phones, I-pods and so on must only

be used for activities directly related to subject/classroom learning.

Breaches of the ICT Acceptable Use Agreement:

The following are considered Major Infringements:

Endangering the health & safety of others (including threats to safety)

Vandalising the property of others

Harassing or bullying others

Downloading, displaying, saving or transmitting any material that others may find offensive e.g. pornographic, violent or racist material.

Using a mobile device to allow direct connection to the internet (bypassing the college firewall)

Major infringements should be referred directly to the Director of Student Management or an Assistant Principal. Parents will be contacted. Students will incur one or more consequences as outlined below for continuous breaches. Please note that authorities may be involved/contacted as appropriate.

All other incidents will be treated as minor and incur one or more consequences at the teacher’s discretion:

Student is reminded of the rule or expected behaviour

The student may be required to log off immediately

The electronic device may be removed from the student and kept by the class teacher for the remainder of the lesson

Student banned from the use of library computer for the remainder of the lesson (where the infringement has occurred in the Library)


For continuous breaches an incident report will be sent to the Year Level Coordinators. Students will incur one or more consequences at the Year Level Coordinator’s discretion.

Year level coordinators will contact parents

Year level coordinators may contact parents to arrange collection of the ICT device.

The student may be required to attend an ESP

The student may have their Internet access blocked for an appropriate period of time

The student may have their network access blocked for an appropriate period of time

The student may be required to replace equipment that has been damaged

Re-imaging of the ICT device may be required prior to its future use within the college

The student may have the conditions of their 1:1 learning program modified

The student may be suspended from school It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that battery power is sufficient for their use. The College cannot provide access to a power adapter/supply for either use or for recharging in lessons, assessments or exams. Email http://mail.bhssc.vic.edu.au

The College email system uses Microsoft Outlook Web Access and students can access their school email anywhere in the world through the website above.

Students will need their student username (e.g. abc0001) and their password (dd/mm of birth for new students) to access this site.

When sending work via email students must follow the naming protocol of: Subject name, Task, Student ID in Subject line on email - e.g.English Unit 1, Montana questions, abc0100.

For attachments make sure that the file is appropriately named and your student ID is at the end eg Montana questions 1 – 12 abc0100

Teachers will respond to acknowledge that they have received the students’ work.

Internet Access All students who have a computer leased through the college are granted access to the college wireless network as per the conditions in the ICT Acceptable Use and Cybersafety Policy. Students can bring their own device and have this configured to access the college Network.

Leaving School Before the End of Timetabled Classes (Signing out)

Students must not leave the college grounds until after their last class for the day, unless they have a Leave Pass. Students are required to have their absence noted on COMPASS, by their Parents, if they wish to be excused before the end of timetabled classes. If a student has not had their absence noted on COMPASS and needs to leave school due to illness or other reasons, he/she should see a Student Coordinator or Director of Student Management to sign out. Parents will be notified by telephone.

http://mail.bhssc.vic.edu.au/


Lost Property Lost property can be handed in to Student Service or the College Office. Moodle http://moodle.bhssc.vic.edu.au

Moodle is an on-line learning management system that enables students and teachers to access subject and school information from anywhere in the world at any time. Yearly work programs for each subject will be found on this site and teachers can also add worksheets, quizzes, assignments and calendar events to their subject page. It can be accessed through the website address above, or if students are at school, via the College’s intranet site. Students will need their student username (e.g. abc0001) and their password to access the information The student Moodle Users Guide can be downloaded by visiting the website and going to the document under Main Menu.

Personal Learning (Studying and Homework)

During the senior years, the actual class time for any subject is not enough to fully cover all the aspects of a course. You will need to organise your out of class time to complete set homework and study. Students should maximise use of the non-timetabled periods to reduce the amount of work that needs to be completed at home. Personal learning and out of class learning reinforces and consolidates learning in class. It also encourages the development of responsible, organised, and independent learners and assists students to achieve their full potential and improve their academic achievement. How much time should spent on personal learning/out of class learning? Year 10: minimum of 8 hours a week Year 11: minimum of 12 hours a week Year 12: minimum of 15 hours a week

Remember, study is not the same as homework. Much of your out of class study will be self directed and involve reading texts, revising, note taking, summarising, preparing for exams and tests, and practising subject specific skills.

http://moodle.bhssc.vic.edu.au/


The following is a guide to the different activities that students may engage in.

Written work, such as:

- completing unfinished class work

- assignments

- projects

- problem solving tasks

Prescribe viewing of:

- films

- current affair programs

- documentaries

- on-line material

Data collection, such as:

- direct interviews

- carrying out a survey

- Internet searches

Preparation for assessment tasks/exams, such as:

- going over work done in class

- making topic summaries

- making a concept map

- practising subject specific skills

- completing self-paced interactive computer material

- learning content

- completing sample exam questions

Reading, such as:

- pre-reading of material for future classes

- wide reading as preparation for written tasks such as reports and essays

- reading on-line material

- set texts

- daily newspaper

Preparing for a presentation, such as:

- rehearsing a speech

- designing a power point presentation

- outlining points to be used in a debate

- drama performance rehearsal

- music rehearsal

- studio and technology production

How to Use Your Time Effectively

Planning ahead and applying time management strategies will result in getting maximum value for the time you have. Use a weekly Homework and Study Planner to help you develop regular study habits and meet deadlines for homework and assessment tasks.

During class:

Use your phone/calendar to record all course work, homework, assignments, assessment tasks and test dates accurately.

Ask your teacher about any problems you encounter whilst doing your homework.

At home:

Begin by scheduling your time – how many hours per night, when you will have breaks. Record this on your homework and study planner.

Prioritize your work – deal with the most crucial first. Have an action plan if you have a number of assessment tasks due around same time. Don’t spend all your time on one task and fall behind in another. Make reminder notes to yourself.

Spend more time on those areas that require improvement.

Allow yourself the time to review your work before a test or exam.

When an assignment is completed, check it off in your planner and calendar.

Review your past weekly schedule and make the necessary adjustments for the coming week.


Make time to review work requirements and tests returned by your teachers. Redo incorrect answers. Rework essays and analytical exercises in the light of teacher comments.

Students are encouraged to take advantage of the ESP (Extra Support Program) at the college if they require additional support with their learning. The learning areas generally hold a regular ESP each week. Students should check with their class teacher to confirm details of time and location for each learning area ESP.

Printing A download credit of $80 is given annually, to all students, which is sufficient for educational purposes for a year. Students who have paid their elective fee for Photography based subjects will be allocated additional printing credit. It is the student’s responsibility to manage their printing account. Credits should be used for school related work only. Students must REMEMBER TO LOG OFF – the college will not take responsibility for “loss” of credits. When a user's download credit has been used up, Printing access is automatically blocked, and a 'user pays' policy applies. A cash payment of at least $10 will be required to the General Office to top up the download credit. A cash payout of unused credits is not available when a student leaves the College.

Private Study Sessions

Students are expected to remain at the College if they have non-timetabled periods between classes.

Students who have non-timetabled periods between classes are expected to use this time to do private study and complete homework.

Students may do private study in the library. There is a silent study area in the library.

Group work may be done in the canteen or the group rooms in the library. Punctuality

It is vital that students arrive at all classes on time.

Remember that there are no bells.

Reports

Web based reporting: Students and Parents are able to access progress and attendance information via COMPASS.

Progress Reports: Progress reports are completed in the middle of all terms and at the end of Term 1 and 3. Email notification of report completion is sent to parents and reports are accessed via COMPASS. GPAs are also discussed with Students in Advocacy sessions.

Semester Reports: Semester reports are completed at mid-year and end of year. Reports are published online through COMPASS.

Student Progress Conferences: Parents have the opportunity to discuss their son/daughter’s progress at Student Progress Conferences. Students are


expected to actively participate in these meetings with their parents. The aim is to discuss progress, identify opportunities for improvement and agree on strategies to improve and maximise performance. Student Progress Conferences dates for 2017 will be notified shortly.

Guide to Progress Reports 4 – Very

High

3 – High 2 - Medium 1 - Low 0 - Very

Low Ready to

Learn

Always arrives

on time, ready

to learn.

Displays a

mature and / or

productive

approach to

learning.

Mostly arrives

on time, ready to

learn. Displays a

positive and / or

thoughtful

approach to

learning.

Usually arrives

on time, ready

to learn.

Generally

applies

themselves and

/ or works

cooperatively.

Sometimes

punctual and /or

ready to learn.

Displays an

inconsistent

approach to

learning and / or

can be

uncooperative.

Rarely arrives

ready to learn,

and / or often

does not seek

advice and / or

act on direction

requiring

constant

supervision.

Classwork Highly

effective use of

class time.

Participates co-

operatively

using positive

language. Only

uses technology

for learning

purposes.

Effective use of

class time.

Participates co-

operatively

using positive

language.

Predominantly

uses technology

for learning

purposes.

Mostly effective

use of class

time. Mostly

participates co-

operatively

using positive

language.

Generally uses

technology for

learning

purposes.

Inconsistent use

of class time.

Inconsistent co-

operation or use

of positive

language.

Sometimes uses

technology for

learning

purposes.

Some effective

use of class

time. Rarely

participates co-

operatively or

uses positive

language and /

or inappropriate

use of

technology.

Homework Demonstrates

organisation by

managing their

workload

outside of class,

completing all

homework as

required and

meeting all

deadlines.

Demonstrates

organisation by

managing most

of their

workload

outside of class,

completing a

majority of

homework

required and

meeting most

deadlines.

Demonstrates

organisation by

managing some

of their

workload

outside of class,

completing

some of the

homework

required and

meeting some

deadlines.

Has difficulty

organising their

workload

outside of class,

completing little

homework and /

or being unable

to meet

deadlines.

Has extreme

difficulty

organising their

workload

outside of class,

completing no

homework and /

or unable to

meet any

deadlines.

Quality of

work

Achieved a

very high level

of performance

in relation to

course assessed

work.

Achieved a high

level of

performance in

relation to

course assessed

work.

Achieved a

medium level of

performance in

relation to

course assessed

work.

Achieved a low

level of

performance in

relation to

course assessed

work.

Achieved a

very low level

of performance

in relation to

course assessed

work.

Attendance

at School

96 - 100 %

school

attendance

91 - 95 % school

attendance

81 - 90 %

school

attendance

71 - 80 % school

attendance

Less than 70 %

school

attendance


Student Code of Conduct

The following student responsibilities apply within the College building and grounds in the surrounding streets and parks and on public transport to or from the College at College functions and excursions.

Student Responsibilities

Students are expected to behave in a courteous way, respecting the rights, educational opportunities and property of others.

Students are expected to adhere to the College’s attendance requirements.

Proper use and care of College equipment, furniture, buildings and grounds is the responsibility of all students.

Students are not permitted to smoke within the school grounds or its immediate surrounds.

The use or supply of any drugs, including alcohol, at the College or any College function, excursion or activity, is not permitted. Students must not attend the College, or any College function, excursion or activity, under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Physical violence, intimidation or provocation to violence by students or staff is not permitted.

Any form of harassment or discrimination by students or staff as specified under current Equal Opportunity Legislation is not permitted. This includes harassment or discrimination on the basis of race, sex, marital status, age, parental status, religious or political beliefs, medical status, physical or mental disability or impairment.

Students are not permitted to invite onto the College grounds any person without consultation with the Principal or Assistant Principal.

Students are expected to comply with any reasonable and clear instruction of a staff member of the Principal.

Students are not permitted to drive onto, or park within the College grounds.

Students are not permitted to transport other students to or from any College related function or excursion.

Breaches of the Student Code of Conduct will incur graduated consequences as appropriate. Student Leadership

BHSSC embraces a Student Leadership program which enables students to have a

voice in college events and participate in a range of diverse initiatives. These initiatives

are designed to promote connectedness and wellbeing throughout the college.

The Student Leadership Committee has student representatives from all year levels.

These students become involved in one or more of the four focus areas;

1. College Environment

2. Wellbeing

3. Community

4. College Events

These areas of focus enable student involvement and facilitation of Year Level

Assemblies, the Annual Celebration dinner, Year 12 Formal, and Commemorative


jumpers. The Committee also works to encourage peer support within the Advocacy

program.

Student Representatives are nominated from the college Teaching and Learning Areas.

These students act as ambassadors for their respective areas on Open Night in addition

to providing student perspective on suggested improvements.

Student Services

The Student Management team are located in the Student Services offices behind the Canteen area. The team is available to support students with personal, social or educational difficulties, assisting them to understand these and to make responsible decisions.

After initial discussions, appropriate outside agencies may be consulted for further expert advice or assistance. Areas where assistance has been given in the past include accommodation, financial counselling, family breakdown, personal problems, abuse and health issues. Smoking

Smoking is totally forbidden on school grounds, in the vicinity of the school or on any school activity or excursion All smoking offences are recorded. Students caught smoking will face graduated consequences. Parents/guardians are contacted for the first two offences; students will be suspended for the third and any subsequent offence. Where a student consistently infringes the College smoking policy, his/her enrolment at the College will be reviewed. Valuables

Students are advised not to bring valuables or large amounts of money to school. The College cannot accept responsibility for loss of these items.

Visitors

Students are not permitted to have friends visit them at the College. If a student requires someone to visit the College for work related reasons, this should be organised at least one day in advance with an Assistant Principal. Visitors to the College must first report to the General Office where they will be issued with a visitor’s pass. If a person is on the school premises and has no legitimate reason for being there, he/she will be formally warned off the property. Should a person not heed the warning, he/she may be charged with trespass under the Summary Offences Act 1966.


Work Experience / Work Placement

Year 10

All year 10 students have the opportunity to complete work experience during the year. There is no fixed week for Year 10 students to enable maximum access to placements.

Students are advised to organise their placements in work settings and industries to assist them in making more informed career choices. Students are encouraged to find their own placements but may seek assistance from the Pathways Coordinator, or Year 10 Coordinators. Students should apply individually to the Pathways Coordinator

Year 11

Work placement is a requirement for students enrolled in some VCE VET programs. One week of work placement is allocated in the last week of Term 3 (September 18 to 22). Those students who need to complete a second week of work placement should do so during one of the holiday breaks.

The Pathways Coordinator will help you with matters related to work experience/placement.


IMPORTANT DATES 2017

TERM DATES 2017

Term 1 Wednesday 1 February Friday 31 March

Term 2 Tuesday 18 April Friday 30 June Term 3 Monday 17 July Friday 22 September

Term 4 Monday 9 October Tuesday 22 December

SEMESTER DATES 2017 (for assessment purposes)

Semester 1 Friday 30 January- Friday 2 June

Semester 2 Monday 15 June - Friday 27 Oct (Yr 12) Friday 24 Nov (Yr 11) Friday 1 Dec (Yr 10)

EXAMINATIONS 2017

Year 10 Semester 1 Examinations Monday 29 May – Friday 2 June Elective exams during scheduled classes

Monday 5 June – Thursday 9 June Core subject Examinations Unit 1 Examinations Monday 30 May – Friday 9 June Unit 3 / 4 English Practice Exam Tuesday 13 June General Assessment Task Wednesday 14 June, 10.00am-1.15pm Any student completing a Unit 3 & 4 sequence must sit the GAT

Year 10 Semester 2 Examination Monday 13 November – Friday 24 November Unit 2 Examinations Monday 6 November – Friday 17 November Year 12 Performance and Language oral examinations and Extended Investigation Monday 9 October – Sunday 5 November Written examinations Wednesday 1 November – Friday 24 November

See Timetable published May 2017 for full details http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/pages/vce/exams/timetable.aspx

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CHANGES TO VCAA ENROLMENT

Last day for changes to VCE Enrolment Friday 13 February

Final date for amendments to or withdrawal from ALL first semester units and units 3 & 4 sequences

Friday 31 March (last day of Term 1)

Final date for amendments to or withdrawal from second semester units (Unit 2 only)

Friday 24 June

Final date for withdrawal from Unit 4 – late fee applies

Monday 24July

ASSESSMENT DATES Submission of Coursework Subject teachers will provide submission dates for all coursework. Usually these dates are spread throughout the semester. Students are expected to manage their workload and submit coursework by the due date. If a student is unable to meet the end of semester submission date he/she is required to apply for an extension of time from the VCE Coordinator, for Year 11 and 12 students, and the Director of Student Management for Year 10 students. Requests for extensions of time must be received at least two days before the original submission date. The student may be required to complete a redemption task.

2017 Year 10 Units 1 & 2 Units 3 & 4

Semester 1

Final day to submit coursework to subject teacher (subject teachers cannot grant extensions beyond this date)

Final day to apply to VCE Coordinator/DoSM for an extension of time, delay of decision

Final day to submit work for which an extension has been granted

Final date to submit work for which Delay of Decision has been granted

Friday 2 June Wednesday 31 May (DoSM) Friday 9 June

Friday 2 June Wednesday 31 May (VCE Coordinator) Friday 9 June Friday 29 June

Friday 2 June Wednesday 31 May (VCE Coordinator) Friday 9 June Friday 29 June

Semester 2

Final day to submit coursework

Final day to apply to VCE Coordinator or DoSM for an extension of time, delay of decision

Final day to submit work for which an extension has been granted

Friday 10 November Wednesday 8 November (DoSM) Friday 17 November

Friday 3 November Wednesday 1 November (VCE Coordinator) Friday 10 November

Friday 22 September Wednesday 20 September (VCE Coordinator) Monday 9 October


Annual Functions In addition to regular assemblies, guest speakers, lunch time concerts and student performances the following annual activities are also held:

Event All Dates To Be Confirmed

Year 12 Formal Friday March 24

Annual Debutante Ball To be confirmed

Boxfest To be confirmed

Year 12 Celebration Dinner Tuesday October 24

Annual Awards Night Wednesday December 16

Program Information 1. Student Program Selection 1.1 NORMAL STUDENT PROGRAM Year 10 students are enrolled in four core and three elective studies. The core studies are English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities. Where students are enrolled in a Sport Development program or Unit 1 of a VCE subject they will be enrolled in two electives. A Year 11 and 12 student program will normally be made up of 22 VCE units completed over two years. Year 11 students are expected to complete a minimum of five VCE units each semester. Year 12 students complete a minimum of four VCE unit 3&4 sequences. To automatically enrol into a full Year 12 course students must satisfactorily complete 8 units in Year 11. A student program must include English (English, ESL, Literature or English Language) units 1, 2, 3 and 4. 1.2 VARIATIONS TO NORMAL STUDENT PROGRAM If a student wishes to vary the above program requirements he/she must consult with an Assistant Principal or the VCE Coordinator. The following criteria will be considered:

If the student is completing one day a week work placement throughout the year; (Students who have not yet attained 17 years of age must have more than 25 hours per week of combined study / work placement unless Regional approval has been granted)

Where a student is enrolled with another provider to complete a VCE study not offered by the College (eg LOTE, International Studies);

Circumstances in a student’s personal life which require special consideration.

1.3 AMENDMENTS TO OR WITHDRAWAL FROM SUBJECTS Students wishing to make amendments to or withdraw from a subject must complete a Change of Subject Form that may be obtained from the Student Services prior to the commencement of each semester. Amendments or withdrawals must be completed by dates set by Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA). VCAA imposes late fees for changes made after these dates. 1.4 REPEATING UNITS There are no restrictions on students repeating units, but students may obtain credit once only for each unit. Students who repeat a unit are required to repeat the full unit, including all the outcomes specified for the unit as accredited in the year of repetition. There is no penalty applied to the study score when a student repeats a scored VCE unit.


1.5 WITHDRAWAL FROM THE VCE Students who leave school during the year MUST complete an Exit Form which is available from the Student Coordinators. 2. Requirements for the award of the VCE Certificate

In order to successfully complete the VCE a student must satisfactorily complete at least 16 units. These must include:

three units from the English group (English, ESL, Literature, English Language, Foundation English 1/2), with two units at Unit 3&4 level.

four sequences of Unit 3 and 4 studies (including English). Note: VCE VET Unit 3&4 sequences count as a sequence

3. Assessment

3.1 SATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF A UNIT (UNITS 1,2,3,4) To satisfactorily complete a unit, students must demonstrate achievement of each of the outcomes for the unit that are specified in the study design. Subject teachers will give students specific details of what is expected for each outcome in order to achieve satisfactory completion. 3.2 ACHIEVEMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES To demonstrate achievement of an outcome the student must:

complete work that meets the required standard

submit work on time (see Section 5)

submit work which is clearly the student’s own

observe all VCAA and school rules, including attendance requirements, (see Attendance requirements). 3.3 SUBMISSION OF COURSEWORK Subject teachers will provide submission dates for all coursework. If a student is unable to meet a submission date he/she is required to apply for an extension of time from the teacher, prior to the original scheduled date for the SAC. The student may be required to complete a redemption task. 3.4 GRADED ASSESSMENT TASKS

3.4.1 Year 11 Selected coursework is graded to measure students’ levels of performance and to help prepare students for the assessment methods used in Year 12. Grades are not reported to the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority. Year 11 examinations: All Units 1 & 2 studies have some coursework which is completed under examination conditions. Examination tasks are set and assessed by teachers. Examinations are held in June and November and a timetable is published well in advance. Subject teachers will provide details.


3.4.2 Year 12 All VCE studies have graded assessments for units 3 and 4 sequences. Each study has at least one external examination, most have Coursework and some studies have School Assessed Tasks. School Assessed Coursework (SAC) assesses students’ level of performance on the assessment tasks specified in the study design. All studies include coursework assessment. These tasks are done mainly in class time. School-Assessed Task (SAT): School Assessed Tasks apply only for the following subjects:

Art Media Design & Technology

Systems & Technology

Studio Arts Visual Communication and Design

The task is set by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority and assessed by the teacher according to set criteria. SATs are subject to review by VCAA. Moderated results of Coursework and School-Assessed Tasks count towards a student’s Study Score in each VCE study and towards the student’s Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR). 4. Rules & Procedures for the Completion of School Assessed Coursework

4.1 TEACHER RESPONSIBILITY At least one week prior to an assessment task, teachers are required to issue students with an assessment task sheet which will contain the following information:

the length of written tasks and time allocation

topic information

the periods on which the task will be completed including the finishing time

criteria for assessment and mark allocation

notes, articles, case studies and reference or permitted material as allowed. ATTENDANCE 4.2.1 College attendance policy Most coursework is completed during class time. Attendance at timetabled classes is therefore very important to ensure completion of coursework and for work to be authenticated. The College attendance policy requires a minimum of 90% attendance for all subjects. This includes absences for illness and other personal matters. It is recommended that students make appointments out of class time. Notes are required for all absences and should clearly state the date and reason for absence. Medical certificates should be provided for absences related to illness. Where a student has prolonged absences due to illness or other personal circumstances, he/she should apply to the VCE Coordinator for School Based Special Provision. Medical certificates and/or other appropriate documentation and reports must be provided with applications for Special Provision. (Written parent approval is not sufficient documentation.)


4.2.2 Absence from School during completion of School Assessed Coursework (Units 3 & 4) Where a student is absent from an entire assessment task or part-of an assessment task, he or she must report to the VCE Coordinator on return to school. A medical certificate or other appropriate supporting documentation from a registered health care professional, must be provided. The VCE Coordinator will organise for a make up time for the student to undertake the assessment task, this will be within 14 days of the original session, unless special provision has been granted by the VCE Coordinator. In some instances an alternative assessment task may be set. The work will be graded, provided it is completed within 14 days. (Written parent approval is not sufficient documentation.)

If the student is unable to provide supporting documentation for the absence the student will be awarded an NA grade (not assessed) for the task/s. Where the student has missed part of an assessment task, a student will be graded only for work completed during scheduled sessions. The student may complete the assessment task, or part of the assessment task, at another time (within 14 days of the original session), however this work will not be graded. Work will be assessed S (Satisfactory) or N (Not Satisfactory). An alternative task may be set. See Section 8.5 for further details related to extensions of time for completion of a SAC. 4.3 VICTORIAN CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT AUTHORITY RULES The following seven Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority rules must be observed by students when preparing work for assessment. These rules apply to Coursework and School-assessed Tasks. They are:

4.3.1 A student must ensure that all unacknowledged work submitted for assessment is genuinely his or her own.

4.3.2 A student must acknowledge all resources used, including:

Text, websites and source material

The name(s) and status of any person(s) who provided assistance and the type of assistance provided

4.3.3 A student must not receive undue assistance from any other person in the preparation and submission of work.

Acceptable levels of assistance include:

the incorporation of ideas or material derived from other sources (e.g. by reading, viewing or note-taking ) which has been transformed by the student and

used in a new context;

prompting and general advice from another person or source which leads to refinements and/or self-correction.

Unacceptable forms of assistance include:

the use of, or copying of, another ‘s work or other resources without acknowledgment;

corrections or improvements made or dictated by another person. 4.3.4 A student must not submit the same piece of work for assessment in more than one study. 4.3.5 A student who knowingly assists other students in a breach of rules may be penalised. 4.3.6 A student must sign the declaration of authenticity for work done outside class at the

time of submitting the completed task. This declaration states that all unacknowledged work is the student’s own.


4.3.7 A student must sign a general declaration that he or she will obey the rules and instructions for the VCE, and accept its disciplinary provisions.

4.4 BREACH OF RULES The VCE Coordinator will be informed of any breach of rules relating to the completion of School Assessed Task. Appropriate action taken will be taken in accordance with VCAA and College policies. 4.5 COMPUTER WORK A student who uses a computer to produce work for assessment is responsible for ensuring that:

There is an alternative system available in case of computer or printer malfunction or unavailability;

hard copies of the work in progress are produced regularly;

each time changes are made the work is saved onto a back-up file (eg memory stick or ipod). The back-up file should not be stored with the computer.

Computer malfunction is not acceptable as grounds for an appeal against a school decision on assessed work.

4.6 STORAGE OF STUDENT WORK Students are expected to retain all SAT work completed until the end of the year in which the work was undertaken. Teachers are expected to retain all Coursework (SACs) completed until the end of the year in which the work was undertaken. Work may be required as part of coursework sampling or for authentication purposes. 5. Submission of Work All outcome tasks and/or SATs are to be submitted on or before the stated deadlines. In cases of genuine illness a medical certificate must be produced. Students experiencing difficulties during the course of completing may apply for Special Provision (refer to section 8). 5.1 SUBMISSION OF UNIT 1 AND 2 ASSESSMENT TASKS All work is to be submitted on or before the published due date to the class teacher during class time unless alternative arrangements have been made, prior to the due date. Late submission of work, where no Extension of Time has been granted, may result in the award of an N for the unit of study and/or NA (not assessed) in the case of Assessment Tasks. Such students will be referred to the VCE Coordinators who, in consultation with the subject teacher, may grant an extension of up to 7 days. Records will be kept of all extensions. Students will be informed that they have missed a submission date. Students who miss an extended deadline will be referred to the VCE Coordinator for further action.


5.2 SUBMISSION OF UNIT 3 & 4 SCHOOL ASSESSED COURSEWORK School assessed coursework will be submitted to the teacher at the conclusion of the last period for that task. Students should note that total scores for Coursework might be changed as a result of statistical moderation by VCAA at the completion of end of year exams. 5.3 SUBMISSION OF UNIT 3 AND 4 SCHOOL ASSESSED TASKS (SAT) Students will be advised by their subject teacher when and where they are to submit their SAT. Teachers will provide a record sheet to enable students to countersign as a record of work submission. Students must ensure that they have signed the record sheet as receipt of their work being submitted. If a student is unable to submit a SAT due to absence, he/she should contact the College and seek advice from the VCE Coordinator. Late submission of school assessed SATs, where no Extension of Time has been granted, will be awarded NA (not assessed). 5.4 LOST, STOLEN OR DAMAGED COURSEWORK or SATS. If a student loses work, has work stolen or has work damaged he/she must complete a written statement, signed and dated, describing the circumstances. A form is available from the VCE Coordinator. The Principal shall determine the unit result for the student, acting on advice from the teacher, evidence of records kept and documentation of development of the work. Note: This does not apply to work lost or damaged due to computer misuse or malfunction. Students’ responsibilities for proper management of computer material are outlined above. (4.5)


6. Examinations 6. 1 UNITS 1 & 2 All year 11 studies have examinations in June and November. Examinations are internally set and assessed. Subject teachers will provide details to students. 6.2 UNITS 3 & 4 Examinations for units 3 and 4 VCE studies are centrally set tasks that are externally marked by the VCAA. These tasks include written, oral or performance tasks conducted according to the requirements of accredited study designs and completed under examination conditions. All students enrolled in a unit 3 and 4 study will be provided with a copy of the Exam Navigator which includes all VCAA examination rules. Any alleged breach of these rules shall be reported to the VCAA. See http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/pages/vce/exams/timetable.aspx for a full copy of the VCAA exam Timetable (available May 2017) 6.3 THE GENERAL ACHIEVEMENT TEST (GAT) The GAT is a test of general knowledge and skills in writing, mathematics, science & technology, the arts and social sciences. Although it does not form part of the completion requirements for the VCE and doesn’t count towards a student’s VCE results or the ATAR, the GAT is an essential part of VCE assessment procedures. It is used by the VCAA to check that all schools are marking to the same standard in their school assessments (moderation). Failure to attend the GAT is recorded on the student statement of results. The GAT may also be used to determine your final exam result if a student is ill or unable to attend on the day of an exam, i.e. the GAT result will be referred to before VCAA grants a derived score. These checks are an important part of ensuring that the VCE is fair to everyone. Please be advised that some Universities use GAT results as part of the selection process. All students enrolled in one or more Units 3 & 4 sequences – whether in Year 11 or Year 12 – must sit the GAT. 6.4 ATTENDANCE/LATENESS TO VCAA EXAMINATIONS

If a student is unable to attend or will be late to an examination, he/she should contact the College.

No allowance will be made for a student who is late for an examination or who is absent from an examination as a result of misreading the timetable. .

A student who arrives more than 30 minutes late may not be admitted to the examination room without prior approval of the college principal, and the paper will only be scored at the discretion of VCAA.

A student who misses an examination will not be allowed to sit the examination after the published completion time.

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/pages/vce/exams/timetable.aspx


7. Reporting

7.1 REPORTING OF UNIT COMPLETION

7.1.1 Satisfactory completion – S Result If all outcomes and requirements are achieved the student receives an S (satisfactory) for the unit. 7.1.2 Unsatisfactory completion N Result In accordance with VCAA policy a student may be awarded an N for a unit if he/she:

fails to meet a school deadline for an assessment task

fails to meet a deadline where an extension of time has been granted

commits a substantial breach of College and/or Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority rules including attendance rules

fails to reach the required standard as described in the outcomes

submits work which a teacher is unable to authenticate as the student’s own work. 7.1.3 J Result If a student has not officially withdrawn from a subject, but is no longer attending class, a ‘J’ result may be entered by the College. The J result will not be used for students who only partially complete work requirements or whose attendance records breach school attendance rules. A ‘J’ result does not print on a student’s statement of results but is made available to VTAC who treat it as equivalent to an ‘N’. 7.2 REPORTING GRADED ASSESSMENT (LEVEL OF PERFORMANCE)

7.2.1 Key to Levels of Performance All assessment tasks are reported using the following grades: Key for the reporting of levels of achievement:

Percentage

VH Very High 85 - 100

H High 75 - 84

M Medium 61 - 74

L Low 53 - 60

VL Very Low 45 - 52

NS Not Satisfactory 0 - 44

Unit 1, 2, 3 & 4

NA Not assessed - work requirement/assessment task not submitted by the due date for

assessment Students receive a Statement of Results from the VCAA which contains graded assessments and a Study Score for each sequence of Unit 3 and 4 studies undertaken.


Unit 4 Students and Parents are reminded that for Unit 4 all levels of performance are preliminary

results only. The total result for all School Assessed Coursework in a study will be

statistically moderated by the VCAA against external exam results (including the GAT where

applicable).

8. Policies to Assist Students

The following VCAA and school policies are available to assist students to successfully complete their VCE. The VCE Coordinator monitors the implementation of these policies. For further information, the student should consult with his/her advocate or a Year 12 coordinator. 8.1 SPECIAL PROVISION Special Provision allows all students to have the maximum opportunity to complete their VCE studies. There are four types of Special Provision available to students:

1. Student programs – students may apply to an Assistant Principal or the VCE Coordinator for variations to the number of subjects that students are expected to undertake.

2. School based assessment – students may apply to the VCE Coordinator for exemptions from the attendance requirements, extensions to deadlines, additional time to complete tasks or rescheduling of tasks.

3. Special Examination Arrangements – students may apply to VCAA through the VCE Coordinator for special arrangements during VCAA Unit 4 examinations.

4. Derived Examination Scores - students may apply to VCAA through the VCE Coordinator for a derived examination score for VCAA examinations.

Students eligible for special provision include

Those disadvantaged by a disability or impairment including learning disabilities.

Those significantly affected by illness or by factors relating to their personal environment

Aboriginal students whose first language is not English.

Students wishing to apply for special provision will need up to date documentation from an appropriate professional e.g. doctor, social workers, psychologist. Students will need to apply in writing to the Director of Student Management. 8.1.1. School based Special Provision VCE support group will be established to inform the student of assistance available and make appropriate arrangements. Assistance may take one or more of the following forms:

rescheduling assessment tasks

setting alternative or substitute tasks

allowing more time to complete a task

allowing the use of different arrangements to complete an assessment.


Staff will be notified via email if a student has been granted special provision. The email will document whether or not the student is permitted additional time or is permitted to reschedule tasks. It will also include any time limit for the special provision. Students will be given a document which will confirm these arrangements. This must be submitted to the staff member along with the assessment task.

8.1.2 Special Exam Arrangements and Derived Exam Scores

VCAA requires applications for Special Examination Arrangements for existing conditions to be submitted early in March in the year in which a Unit 3 & 4 (year 12 subject) is studied. These applications require supporting documentation from an appropriate professional e.g. doctor, social workers, psychologist. “Emergency applications” for new conditions or illnesses that occur can be made at any time during the year. Derived examination scores can be applied for where a students’ exam performance has been severely affected during the exam period, these applications must be submitted not later than 7 days after the student has completed their Unit 4 examination. 8.2 SPECIAL ENTRY AND SCHOLARSHIPS (SEAS) SEAS allows year 12 students who experience continuing personal circumstances that may affect their performance, during the period of their VCE, to apply to the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) for special consideration for selection to tertiary courses of study. 8.2.1 Criteria for eligibility A student is eligible to complete a SEAS Application If during the completion of their VCE programme, he or she is:

Affected significantly by illness, by any factors relating to personal environment, or by any other serious cause, or

Prevented by illness, by any factors relating to personal environment or by other serious cause from completing a task for graded assessment, or

Disadvantaged by a disability or impairment.

Applying to a course where their gender or BHSSC are considered to be underrepresented.

The application form is completed online through VTAC who pass it to the selection authorities of all the courses that the student has listed on their VTAC application form. Students need to note that they are not automatically eligible for additional consideration. This consideration is determined by each individual tertiary institution. For further information refer to www.vtac.edu.au . 8.2.2 The application form The aim of the form is to convey to selection authorities why the student’s overall final year 12 performance does not genuinely reflect the student’s ability because of various circumstances AND that the student has an expectation that his/her performance at tertiary level will not continue to be adversely affected.

Once the application form is submitted, no alterations will be accepted.

All circumstances must be supported and signed by school authorities or independent professionals.

Students may complete an application even if the school has not been advised of the students’ circumstances.

Supporting documentation, with the downloaded cover sheet, must be submitted to VTAC by the designated date in 2016.

http://www.vtac.edu.au/


8.3 EXTENSION OF TIME FOR UNITS 1 & 2 STUDIES If a student is unable to meet a due date for an assessment task because of special circumstances, (eg. Illness), she/he should apply to their subject teacher for an extension of time, (of up to 7 days), PRIOR to the due date. In most cases it is not appropriate that a teacher should be notified of this problem on the day the work is due. Procedure Student applies to subject teacher for an EXTENSION OF TIME and must produce evidence of work in progress. If sufficient evidence of work in progress

Student and teacher negotiate a new submission date and record the relevant information on COMPASS.

If work requirement is submitted by new date and is completed according to the specifications set out in the study design it will be awarded S (Satisfactory).

If assessment task is not submitted by new date or is not completed according to specifications set out in the study design, then a new task will be set. (follow procedures as set out below for insufficient evidence or work in progress.)

If insufficient evidence of work in progress

The teacher consults with the VCE Coordinators if he/she does not consider the student is eligible for an extension (eg attendance problems)

If teacher in consultation with the VCE Coordinator considers student eligible, teacher sets a NEW TASK/s and submission date. Task/s should be clearly recorded.

Extension of time and new Task/s documented on COMPASS.

If new assessment task is submitted by new date and is completed according to the specifications set out in the study design it will be awarded S (Satisfactory).

If new assessment is not submitted then teacher may refer student to Student Coordinators and an N (Not Satisfactory) may be awarded.

If extension is required after final date for submission of work for the semester:

Student must apply to VCE Coordinator for extension

Student Coordinator consults with subject teacher and makes decision based on student’s individual circumstances, teacher records and overall performance.

8.4 EXTENSION OF TIME FOR UNIT 3 & 4 SCHOOL ASSESSED TASKS (SAT) Students must apply to the VCE Coordinator for an extension of time (of up to 7 days) for the completion of Unit 3 & 4 SATs. Subject teachers are not permitted to give extensions for SATs. 8.5 EXTENSION OF TIME FOR UNIT 3 & 4 SCHOOL ASSESSED COURSEWORK Absence from School Assessment Coursework (SAC)

Absence from a SAC requires a medical certificate to be presented to a Year 12 Coordinator immediately upon return to school. The number of periods missed will be determined and the time frame for completion of the task (within 2 weeks) will be determined in consultation with the VCE Coordinator.

Absence for reasons other than illness must be supported by documentation and permission for the task to be completed and graded is the decision of the VCE Coordinator.


Students must understand that any extension of time to complete school assessed coursework will be during scheduled periods determined by the College and must take precedence over other activities and outside work.

Sport, Musical Performances, excursions and other co-curricular activities: Whilst teachers have planned tasks around advertised sporting and performance dates, additional matches and activities are sometimes unavoidable. Permission to attend these activities will be a joint decision between the sport coordinator/subject teacher and VCE Coordinator. Students who miss a scheduled SAC due to these circumstances must organise to reschedule the SAC prior to participation in the activity. SACs that have been rescheduled due to school approved activities must be completed within 7 days.

8.6 DELAY OF DECISION ON SATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF A VCE UNIT 8.6.1 Eligibility:

Students who are eligible for Special Provision may apply for Delay of Decision if appropriate. (These students will usually have been advised by the VCE Panel)

Students who have submitted a course work task, which did not meet the criteria for satisfactory completion and require extra time at the end of the unit to resubmit.

Students who have completed part of a course work task and have been unable to meet the submission date and require extra time at the end of the unit to hand in work.

8.6.2 Procedure:

Student applies to VCE Coordinator

Student Coordinator makes decision in consultation with the subject teacher. Decision is based on application and student’s past record in the subject.

If Delay of Decision is granted, VCE Coordinator sets new date in accordance with school policy and published dates.

9. Appeals

9.1 APPEALS TO THE SCHOOL 9.1.1 Appeal against non-satisfactory completion of a unit A student awarded N for a unit has the right of appeal the decision to the College. Appeals must be made in writing. The student must lodge the appeal within 14 days of receiving the unit result. Decisions in relation to satisfactory completion of units are not subject to appeal to the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority, (VCAA). 9.1.2 Appeal against decision not to grant Special Provision Where a student’s application for Special Provision is rejected totally or in part, the student has the right of appeal to the school within 14 days of receiving the decision. 9.1.3 Appeal against penalty for breach of rules Where a school determines that there has been a breach of rules a range of penalties may be imposed. Initially, the student has the right of appeal to the school. The appeal must be lodged in writing to the Principal within 14 days of notification of the school’s decision. 9.2 APPEALS TO THE VICTORIAN CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT AUTHORITY Students have the right of appeal to the VCAA on

Breach of rules


They may appeal on two grounds:

That a breach of the rules had not occurred

That the penalty was too severe The student must notify the VCAA his/her intention to appeal within 14 days of the Principal’s written notification to the student. Correspondence should be addressed to the Secretary of the Authority. 10. Tertiary Entrance

Applications and selection for university and TAFE colleges are administered by the Victorian Tertiary Admission Centre (VTAC). The minimum entrance requirements for all institutions are:

The satisfactory completion of the VCE The current provisions for VET in VCE are:

A contribution to the ATAR is subject to satisfactory completion of the unit 3&4 sequence

Where a study score is available for a program, the study score will contribute directly to either as one of the student’s best four studies (the ‘primary four’) or as a fifth or sixth study

For VET subjects where no study score is available, students may receive an ATAR increment. An increment is calculated as 10% of the average of the scaled scores of the student’s primary four studies. (Please refer to VET & VCAL Information)

Details of specific course prerequisites are contained in VTAC publications. Students should refer to the VTAC website www.vtac.edu.au for information about tertiary entrance requirements. The 2016 VTAC Guide to Tertiary Courses will be available in semester 2. 11. Units 3 and 4 SAT SUBMISSION DATES 2017 11.1 SCHOOL ASSESSED TASKS (SATs) School Assessed Tasks (SATS) apply only for the following subjects:

Art Media Design & Technology

Food & Technology

Systems & Technology

Studio Arts Visual Communication and Design

http://www.vtac.edu.au/


The dates below state the latest times that students may submit work to their subject teacher:

Study Submission date

SEMESTER 1 Not later than:

Art (Fine Art)- SAT 1: Design Process June 8

Media – SAT 1: Media Plan June 1

Studio Arts (Fashion, Photography & Video Production) - SAT 1: Design Process

June 5

Study Submission date

SEMESTER 2 Not later than:

Art (Fine Art) – SAT 1: Folio September 22

Design and Technology - SAT : production & evaluation September 22

Media – SAT 1: Production September 22

Studio Arts (Fashion, Photography & Video Production) – SAT 2: Folio

September 22

Visual Communication and Design – Folio September 8


12. Copyright and Plagiarism

COPYRIGHT WARNINGS

PRESCRIBED FORM OF NOTICE FOR SECTIONS 39A AND 104B OF THE COPYRIGHT ACT 1968,

IN RELATION TO THE REPRODUCTION OF WORKS AND THE COPYING OF PUBLISHED EDITIONS

COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA

Copyright Regulations 1969

WARNING

Copyright owners are entitled to take legal action against persons who infringe their copyright. A reproduction of material that is protected by copyright may be a copyright infringement. Certain dealings with copyright will not constitute an infringement, including:

A reproduction that is a fair dealing under the Copyright Act 1968 (the Act), including a fair dealing for the purposes of research or study; or

A reproduction that is authorised by the copyright owner. It is a fair dealing to make a reproduction for the purposes of research or study, of one or more articles on the same subject in a periodical publication, or, in the case of any other work, of a reasonable portion of a work.

In the case of a published work in hardcopy form that is not less than 10 pages and is not an artistic work, 10% of the number of pages, or one chapter, is a reasonable portion. In the case of a published work in electronic form only, a reasonable portion is not more than, in the aggregate, 10% of the number of words in the work. More extensive reproduction may constitute fair dealing. To determine whether it does, it is necessary to have regard to the criteria set out in subsection 40 (2) of the Act. A court may impose penalties and award damages in relation to offences and infringements relating to copyright material. Higher penalties may apply, and higher damages may be awarded, for offences and infringements involving the conversion of material into digital or electronic form. ANY questions – please refer to the Government’s copyright aware website http://www.copyrightaware.gov.au/index.html

http://www.copyrightaware.gov.au/index.html


13. VET Information

Policies and Procedures

VET PROGRAMS AT BHSSC BHSSC is the Registered Training Organization (RTO) for the delivery of the majority of VET programs at the college. VET studies at BHSSC fall into the following categories:

VCE VET Programs VET Course approved by VCAA as VET in Schools programs – they are given Unit 1 – 4 equivalence and count directly towards the VCE. There are two groups:

1. Scored VCE VET Programs These program have scored assessment (i.e. Year

12 external exam for units 3 & 4) which means they can be included in a student’s primary four subjects for the calculation of the ATAR. Where a study score is available in a VET in Schools program, the program will only count in the ATAR calculation if the scored assessment is completed. Scored assessment must be completed in the one year and usually have prerequisites in Units 1-2 that must be completed prior to the 3-4 sequence.

2. Unscored VCE VET Programs For VCE VET programs that do not have scored assessment or external exam, an increment may contribute to the ATAR provided the unit 3-4 sequence has been satisfactorily completed. An increment is calculated as 10% of the average of the scaled scores of the student’s primary four studies. Students who complete a unit 3-4 sequence for an unscored VCE VET program may complete the sequence over two or more years without the loss of the ATAR increment.

3. Block Credit VET programs which are not formally approved by VCAA as VET in Schools. In most cases students are still able to get credit towards their VCE. This is organized with VCAA by the school – known as BLOCK CREDIT – there are specific requirements that must be met for credit toward the VCE – full or partial completion of a qualification at the AQF Level II (Units 1-2), and at level III and above (Units 3-4 and an ATAR increment, subject to approval by VCAA). No direct VCE credits will be given for Certificate I level qualifications

4. Vocational Training that forms part of an external traineeship or apprenticeship will provide credit towards VCE and may include a contribution to the ATAR. Applications must be made to the VET Coordinator

Students will receive a statement of results for all the units of competence they successfully complete, and a VET certificate if all the requirements of the certificate are fulfilled

13.1 VET Enrolment Terms and Conditions

Course Information – content and vocational outcomes

Students will receive a Student Orientation and Assessment Guide from their trainer at the commencement of the program.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy Support

Due to being accepted into this course at your level of current schooling, and by accepting, completing and signing this pre-enrolment checklist it is assumed that you have the literacy and numeracy standard to complete this course. The college does have procedures that support and recognise the learning needs of individuals and will revise learning and assessment strategies to match individual needs and


address literacy or numeracy issues, where possible, so that students can successfully achieve the outcomes. Students are encouraged to attend Extra Support Program (ESP) sessions. ESPs take place twice a week, one run by the English/Humanities faculty, the other by the maths/Science faculty. This is a small group environment to assist students with their academic concerns Student Grievances and Appeals Policy The following framework has been prepared as a means to have problems experienced by trainer and trainees addressed immediately, effectively, professionally and confidentially. The College is committed to providing students with an education of the highest possible standard. However, from time to time, students may raise concerns, complaints or grievances about matters or issues relating to their experiences at the college. The student appeals and grievances procedure relating to the delivery of training and or the assessment of training outcomes, access and equity issues, involves trainees initiating the following process:

Discussion with relevant trainer/trainee about grievances:

Should this not be resolved, the grievance matter can be taken to the BHSSC VET Coordinator

Should this not be resolved, the grievance matter then can be taken to the RTO Management Committee

In the event that the grievance or appeal cannot be resolved, BHSSC will advise the trainee of the appropriate legal body where they can seek further assistance.

Flexible Learning and Assessment Procedure

BHSSC recognises that students are at the centre of our training and all possible steps will be taken to accommodate different learning styles. If you are having difficulties with any of the VET work, see your teacher/trainer or Advocate to discuss possible re-organisation of assessment.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that assesses an individual’s non-formal and informal learning to determine the extent to which they have achieved the required competency outcomes. It involves collecting evidence and making judgements on whether competence has been achieved. Due to the nature and age of students in our learning programs RPL does not occur very often but is available to all students. Students wishing to apply for RPL should speak with their trainer or the VET Coordinator.

National Recognition (NR)

Were a student produces a certified copy of a nationally recognised qualification or units of competence issued by another Registered Training Organisations, and if the codes exactly matches the code currently used within these students course, they will automatically be given an immediate competence for this unit of competency. Credit Transfer (CT)

If a student has any formal qualification which is similar, but not exactly matching the code currently used within the course, the student may present certified copies of the certificate and statement of results for assessment. In this case mapping will be completed by the trainer(free of charge) for the student to gain competence in the UoC. Students should request a RPL/CT Application FORM from their Trainer. A trainer may determine that the formal qualification does not map to the UoC and therefore CT is not applicable.


Fees and charges

Material fees, and any associated charges for a program, are stated on the enrolment form and on the Compass Course Confirmation portal.

Refunds

Any request for a refund of fees paid should be in writing and be addressed to the Business Manager. At Box Hill Senior Secondary College the essential educational items relate to the following charges:

Essential Educational Items

Subject Fees

Most resources that relate to these charges are purchased in the first semester of each year and the refund formula outlined below is based upon the College charges being fully paid with a non-refundable deposit/payment of $200 being already deducted from the total amount.

Exit Date Amount kept by BHSSC Parent Refund amount

Last day of Term 1 35% 65%

Last day of Term 2 65% 35%

External VET Subjects – students withdrawing from a VET subject which is delivered by a provider external to the College will not be eligible for a refund of the materials fees paid for that subject if the withdrawal occurs 4 weeks after the first day of class. Prior to this date a refund of fees paid will be considered if no expense has been incurred by the College.

Access and Equity

The policies and approaches of BHSSC ensures that vocational education and training is responsive to the diverse needs of all clients. Through the implementation of these policies and approaches, the benefits of participating in vocational education and training are available to everyone on an equitable basis.

Reasonable adjustment

Under the Disability Standards for Education 2005, education providers must make reasonable adjustments for people with a disability to the maximum extent that those adjustments do not cause that education provider unjustifiable hardship. We are committed to providing training and assessment services that reflect fair and reasonable opportunity, and consideration for all regardless of race, colour, religion, gender or physical disability. The purpose of reasonable adjustment is to provide learners with a disability with the same learning opportunities as learners without a disability. Trainers and assessors apply the principle of reasonable adjustment where it is relevant and appropriate. If a student has a concern or query they should speak with the trainer in the first instance or the VET Coordinator if it is more appropriate.


Saving and Storing Work

Students should be aware that it is their responsibility to properly submit, save and back up work completed on computers. Saving and backing up procedures may vary from one subject to another, from one application program to another and from one task to another. For each task being completed students should discuss an appropriate method of saving electronic work securely with their teacher.

A student who uses a computer to produce work for assessment is responsible for ensuring that:

There is an alternative system available in case of computer or printer malfunction or unavailability;

hard copies of the work in progress are produced regularly;

each time changes are made the work is saved onto a back-up file (eg memory stick or ipad). The back-up file should not be stored with the computer.

Computer malfunction is not acceptable as grounds for an appeal against a school decision on assessed work.

Privacy

On enrolment all parents and students are required to complete a confidential enrolment form which asks for personal information about the student, family members and others that provide care for them. The main purpose for collecting this information is so that Box Hill Senior Secondary College can register the student and allocate staff and resources to provide for their educational and support needs. Health information is asked for so that staff at Box Hill Senior Secondary College can properly care for the student. This includes information about any medical condition or disability the student may have medication they may rely on while at school, any known allergies and contact details of the student’s doctor. Box Hill Senior Secondary College depends on all relevant health information being provided because withholding some health information may put the student’s health at risk. Box Hill Senior Secondary College requires information about all parents, guardians or carers so that we can take account of family arrangements. Family Court Orders setting out any access restrictions and parenting plans should be made available to Box Hill Senior Secondary College. Please tell us as soon as possible about any changes to these arrangements. Please do not hesitate to contact the Principal, if you would like to discuss, in strict confidence, any matters relating to family arrangements.

Access to records

In most circumstances the student can access records about them that are held by Box Hill Senior Secondary College. Please contact the Principal to arrange this. Sometimes access to certain information, such as information provided by someone else, may require a Freedom of Information request. We will advise you if this is required and tell you how you can do this. If you have any concerns about the confidentiality of this information please contact the Principal. The Department of Education can also provide you with more detailed information about privacy policies that govern the collection and use of information requested on the enrolment form. The college maintains a record of training for every student. If a student does not have an up-to-date copy of their training record they can request one from the trainer or VET Coordinator.. Once a student has successfully completed training a nationally recognised training certificate and/or a Statement of Attainment is issued to the student free of charge. This occurs at the end of each academic year.


Authentication of Work

Students must only submit work that is clearly their own work and completed in the current year. All references and additional assistance must be appropriately acknowledged.

A student must not receive undue assistance from any other person in the preparation and submission of work.

A student who knowingly assists other students in a breach of rules may be penalised.

A student must sign the declaration of authenticity for work when submitting the completed task. This declaration states that all unacknowledged work is the student’s own.

Replacement Certificates and Statements of Attainment

In the event that a student needs a replacement Statement of Attainment or Qualification certificate after they have completed training, they must complete the APPLICATION for Replacement VET Certificate or Statement of Attainment. The replacement statement or certificate will incur a charge of $20 (gst inclusive). Identification must be produced when collecting certificates. Please note if another person is to collect the replacement certificate, permission in writing must be forwarded to the college prior to collection.

Student Support services

If a learner is experiencing difficulties for personal or study related reasons, they should firstly direct their concerns to their trainer, where appropriate, their Advocate or the relevant Year Level Coordinator in Student Services. Where study related issues are involved the trainer will assess the situation and provide information support and guidance. If the matter is beyond the scope of the college's current student services and wellbeing services, Student Services may recommend an external counselling service. Legislation The colleges operations are underpinned by legislation including:

Privacy –Privacy Act 1998

Ohs -Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Act 2004

Anti-discrimination - Racial Discrimination Act 1975

Bullying – Fair Work Act 2009

Racial Discrimination - Racial Discrimination Act 1975

Equal Opportunity - Equal Employment Opportunity (Commonwealth Authorities) Act 1987

Disability Discrimination - Disability Discrimination Act 1992

Education and Training Reform Act 2006 This legislation underpins the operations and practices of the college however as a student you need to be aware that you have obligations under this legislation to ensure that your actions do not breach any elements of this legislation.

10% increment is awarded if a student who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence for their VET Studies will be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR (10% of the average of the primary four scaled studies).


EXTERNAL VET SUBJECTS AT BHSSC IN 2017

A range of programs are available and delivered externally to the college. Where timetabling permits students can undertake these programs. The following list is some of the common programs undertaken. For further information go to http://www.mullumcluster.com/ or www.boxhill.edu.au/vetis

Certificate Title Certificate Code

RTO Program Coordinator

Unit Entitlement Scored Assessment

10% increment

ACM20110 Certificate II in Animal Studies

ACM20110 Box Hill Institute

Sandy Toohey

Units 1 - 4

X

Certificate III in Community Services (incorporating Certificate II in Community Services):

CHC22015 CHC32015

Box Hill Institute

Sandy Toohey

Units 1 - 4

X

Cert III Information, Digital Media and Technology

ICT30115

Ringwood Trade Training Facility

Sandy Toohey

Units 1 - 4

X

Certificate II in Automotive Vocational

Preparation AUR20716

Box Hill Institute

Sandy Toohey

Units 1 - 4 X

Certificate II in Salon Assistant

SHB20216

ITS Academy Sandy

Toohey

up to four units at Units 1 and 2 level.– No unit 3,4 sequence

X

X

Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics

SHB20116

Box Hill Institute Sandy

Toohey

up to five units at Units 1 and 2 level.– No unit 3,4 sequence

X

X

Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology Fashion

MST20616 Box Hill Institute

Sandy Toohey

Units 1 - 4 X

Hair and Make up TASTER Units from Certificate II in Salon Assistant Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics

SHB20216 SHB20116

Box Hill Institute

Sandy Toohey

Up to two units at Units 1 and 2 level

X

X

http://www.boxhill.edu.au/vetis


13.3 Student Grievances and Appeals – VET Programs

1.0 INTRODUCTION

The College is committed to providing students with an education of the highest possible standard. However, from time to time, students may raise concerns, complaints or grievances about matters or issues relating to their experiences at the college. This document sets out the internal procedures that apply within the college for addressing student complaints and grievances. These procedures are designed to ensure that throughout the college there is a transparent process for ensuring student complaints and grievances are dealt with fairly, consistently and promptly.

2.0 PRINCIPLES

The student grievance resolution procedures of the college are based on the following principles: 2.1 the procedures used to review and resolve complaints and grievances are fair and must be seen to be fair; 2.2 Confidentiality will be respected for all parties, unless the use of the information is authorised by law; 2.3 staff involved in resolving complaints and grievances will act fairly at all times and ensure that conclusions will be based on a fair hearing of each point of view; 2.4 there will be no reprisals or any disadvantage arising as a result of a student making a complaint or grievance in good faith; 2.5 that complaints or grievances are handled in a timely manner with achievable deadlines specified for each stage of the resolution process; 2.6 any student who makes a complaint or grievance and any staff member or student on whom the complaint or grievance has a direct impact, is regularly informed of the progress of the matter; 2.7 where the complainant is not satisfied the outcome proposed by the decision-maker, the student is entitled to seek a review, (appeal) either on procedural or substantiative grounds, form a higher internal body or an appropriate independent arbitrator.

3.0 TYPES OF STUDENT GRIEVANCES

3.1 Qualification grievances

These are usually complaints or appeals against educational decisions. They include but are not limited to:

• Progress decisions • Assessment matters • A decision of a member of staff that affects an individual or groups of students • Selection or admission decisions • Content or structure of programs, nature of teaching, or assessment

3.2 Administrative grievances

These relate to decisions and actions associated with administrative or academic services. They include but are not limited to:

• Administration of policies, procedures and rules by administration • Access to College resources and facilities.


4.0 Grounds for COMPLAINT or GRIEVANCES A student has valid grounds for making a complaint or appealing against a decision (relating to a formal complaint decision) where the student considers he/she has been adversely affected by:

Improper, irregular or negligent conduct by a college staff member;

Failure by the staff member to act fairly;

A decision that has been make without sufficient consideration to facts, evidence or circumstances of specific relevance to the student;

Failure by the college to make a decision in a timely manner;

A penalty that, where applied, is or would be too harsh.

5.0 COMPLAINTS RESOLUTION PROCEDURE

When a student has a complaint or grievance about a matter listed in section 3, he or she should first discuss the matter with the staff member concerned. If the student has concerns about raising the matter with this staff member, he or she should discuss this with a Student Services Coordinator. The college expects that in most cases the discussion of the grievance with the relevant staff member will result in a prompt solution which both parties find acceptable. If this informal approach to dealing with student grievances does not lead to an acceptable resolution then the student should pursue the formal process for Complaints and Appeals as set out below:

STAGE 1 – Seek advice

A student who believes that his or her grievance has not been adequately resolved should seek information and advice from the Director of Student Management, Assistant Principal (Student Management) or VET Coordinator. Students may then decide to:

1. Take no further action, OR

2. Lodge a formal grievance

STAGE 2 - Formal Grievance in Writing

A formal Grievance must be lodged in writing within 10 working days of the event, to VET Coordinator or Assistant Principal. A Complaints and Appeals Form is available from any of the above staff members. The Written Complaint OR Appeal must be signed and lodged with VET Coordinator or Assistant Principal. The college staff member who has received a grievance will acknowledging receipt of the written grievance in writing within 5 working days from its receipt and indicate when a resolution of the matter can be expected (within 10 working days). The VET Coordinator or Assistant Principal will independently review the grievance and attempt to find a resolution of the problem. If the staff member has or perceives there to be a conflict of interest in their handling of the grievance the staff member will refer the matter for investigation to another staff member who is eligible and qualified to handle the matter. The student is to be notified of the referral of the grievance to another staff member. If the grievance is found to be frivolous or vexatious or no grounds or evidence can be found for it, the staff member investigating the matter will not offer any resolution of the grievance. The staff member investigating the grievance must keep formal records of the actions taken, seek advice where required and with regard to the VRQA Standards for continuing Registration as an RTO. The staff member must notify the student in writing of the outcome of the process and document the reasons that resolution was or was not achieved


STAGE 3 – APPEALING A GRIEVANCE DECISION

If after Stage 2 of the process, the student does not believe that the grievance has been adequately resolved, then he or she may appeal. The appeal must be lodged in writing to the College Principal within 20 days of the decision. The student will receive an acknowledgement of the Appeal letter within 5 working days. An independent arbitrator will be appointed to hear the case (within 15 days of acknowledgement letter) The student will be notified in writing within 5 working days of the Appeal Hearing.


RESOLUTION OF GRIEVANCES TIMELINE

Stage/Action Responsible Lodging

Student discusses grievance with staff member concerned

Student / staff member concerned

Within 10 working days of the event

Stage 1 - Seek Advice

Student seeks advice from either Director of Student Management, VET Coordinator, TLA leader, or Assistant Principal

Within 10 working days of the event

Stage 2 – Formal Grievance in Writing

Student lodges complaint in writing with VET Coordinator or Assistant Principal

Within 10 working days of the event A letter acknowledging receipt sent to student within 5 working days of receipt. Case independently reviewed in a timely manner – no more than10 working days after the commencement of the investigation.

Stage 3 - Appeal

Student lodges formal written appeal to the College Principal

Within 20 days of the formal decision (above) Acknowledgement letter within 5 working days. Independent arbitrator (within 15 days of acknowledgement letter) Student notified in writing within 5 working days of the Appeal Decision.

13.4 School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships The School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships for Secondary School Students program is open to students 15 years of age or over who are an Australian citizen or permanent residents of Australia. The program involves the student undertaking their VCE or VCAL as well as being employed part-time and trained under the following arrangements: The student must:

be undertaking the VCE or VCAL

have paid employment under an industrial agreement that recognises School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships. In effect the employer will be either:

covered by an Award with suitable provisions;

party to a workplace agreement, including Individual Transitional Employment Agreements, Australian Workplace Agreements, collective agreements, or pre-reform certified agreements; or

covered by the minimum terms and conditions of Part 21 of the Workplace Relations Act. For more information visit the Higher Education and Skills website: http://www.skills.vic.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx

have a training contract that includes a nationally recognised qualification and duration of training to be undertaken. This contract must be registered with Skills Victoria

have a training plan and be signed with an RTO within two months of commencement of the School-based Apprenticeship and Traineeship

http://www.skills.vic.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx


undertake training over two years at an average of 13 hours per week for employment and training per week. This 13 hours should be divided into at least seven hours of employment and six hours of training per week which may be averaged over three periods of four months in each year of the program

spend at least one timetabled day during the normal school week on the job or in training. Training and assessment are the responsibility of the RTO. School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships in the following industry areas have been approved by industry bodies and the VCAA for students undertaking the VCE:

o Agriculture o Automotive o Business o Community Services o Engineering o Food Processing (Wine) o Horticulture o Hospitality o Information Technology o Sport and Recreation

School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships are also available in other industry areas for which Higher Education and Skills have approved funding. School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships in other approved industry areas, may also contribute to the VCE through Block Credit Recognition. Further information is available at: http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/agriculture/agriculture-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/automotive/automotive-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/business/business-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/community/commservice-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/engineering/engineering-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/food/foodprocwine-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/horticulture/horticult-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/hospitality/hospitality-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/infotech/infotech-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/sportrecreation/sportrec-sbat.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/general/recognition/vetcredit.aspx

http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/sbat.aspx


14. VCAL Information

The VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning) is a recognised senior school qualification, like the VCE, for year 11 and 12 students. VCAL courses provide practical education and training for young people. Through hands-on learning, students gain skills and knowledge relevant to work and life in local and global communities. VCAL is administered by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA). VCAL Senior is relevant for students who are interested in going onto training at TAFE, starting an apprenticeship or traineeship or getting a job after completing school. A VCAL Learning Program is developed to suit individual needs where possible and includes the following studies:

VET program (vocational or TAFE certificate course)

VCAL Literacy and Personal Development Skills Units

VCAL Personal and Work Skills Units (requiring ongoing work placement)

VCE Maths (students must have at least one unit of maths, eg Foundation Maths 1)

Other subjects as appropriate BHSSC’S Senior VCAL Program is for selected students only. The selection process for this certificate requires students to attend a formal interview to discuss their application for Senior VCAL and their future pathways. It is important that students are able to discuss their goals for Year 12 and potential work placements. The College expects students enrolling in this program to be prepared to meet the following criteria for success:

Willingness to participate in class activities and commitment to active learning

Vocationally focused and can demonstrate some understanding of this vocation

Currently enrolled in a VET study or are considering including a VET study in their Yr 12 program

Ability to work as a member of a team

Ability to complete tasks and projects in the community

Commitment to continuing their education at BHSSC until the end of Term 3, 2017

Satisfactory attendance and GPA

ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES Assessment for vocational programs is competency based; collecting evidence and making judgements about whether competency has been achieved to confirm whether an individual can perform to the standards expected in the workplace, as expressed in the relevant endorsed unit of competency. A combination of observation, multiple choice, short answer or oral tests, written assignments, production tasks, work performance, projects, and role plays may be used. Students will have the opportunity to resubmit tests and assignments to become competent in a unit.

Documents

Box Hill Senior Secondary College Library/PDFs/Box HIll... · 2017 VCE, VET and VCAL Handbook - 1 - Box Hill Senior Secondary College Years 10, 11 and 12 Student Handbook 2017 Learning