Secondary Campus Twilight Tours
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Newman News Term 1 Week 10: From the Deputy Principal Secondary
As Term One comes to an end, I would like to take this opportunity to think our students, staff, and families for their support and perseverance during this challenging term. While we have faced various restrictions, the school term has been filled with many events, activities and opportunities for our students and they should be so proud of the efforts and achievements.
Our Principal’s Assembly on Wednesday morning highlighted some amazing sporting achievements and acknowledged students who in 2021, volunteered more than 20 hours of service towards the Living Marist Christian Service-Learning Program. I would particularly like to congratulate Isabelle Roper in Year 9 for her 200 hours of Service Learning throughout 2021. We were also able to acknowledge students from Years 7 to 12, who have made an outstanding contribution to College life throughout Term One with a Principal’s Award. Congratulations to all students!
I wish our students, staff and families, a Happy Easter, and a wonderful and well-deserved break. I hope that our students enjoy this time with their families and friends, and we look forward to their return to Term Two.
Key Dates
College Calendar Link – In recent times, our school calendar has changed regularly.
Term Two
We will welcome our students back to Term Two with Year Group assemblies on Tuesday 26 April. These assemblies will include an ANZAC Day Ceremony hosted by representatives from primary, Year 9 and the Student Leadership Team.
Uniform
A reminder that students return to Term Two in Winter Uniform. Please ensure that you are familiar with the Uniform Requirements and Personal Appearance Expectations found here.
WACE Revision Courses
There are a number of revision workshops throughout the course of the year held by external providers. These workshops include ATAR & Middle School Courses, Study Skills and Tutoring. For further information, please click here.
ECU Excursion
The Year 10 and 11 Physical Education Studies students were recently invited to visit the Sports Science facilities at ECU in Joondalup.
Students toured the facilities and heard about the post-school pathways that exist in the rapidly evolving Exercise and Sports Science industries.
The visits enabled students to see the real-world application of many of their theory concepts.
Year 11 students participated in a practical laboratory activity that extended their knowledge of the biomechanical concept of force, and under the direction of Professor Ken Nosaka, students learnt about some of the newest advancements in the Exercise and Sports Science fields, including research on the benefits of eccentric loading when performing resistance activities.
The excursions were a great opportunity to spend time in a leading tertiary institution and students left motivated and excited about the pathways that might be accessed after studying Physical Education Studies.
Year 10 students are encouraged to speak with Mr. Tremayne or one of the other PE staff if they are interested in learning more about the Year 11 and 12 courses available as they start their subject selection process.
SHINE Update
SHINE through Forensic Science
Our Year 10 students, gifted and talented in STEM, were fortunate to have Murdoch University expert in Forensic Science Cindy Palermo and Anubhav Jarial (Law student) facilitate two fascinating workshops. The first workshop required students to use blood type knowledge, solve Mathematical equations, discern patterns, and critically evaluate several pieces of evidence to determine the prime suspect in a case. Following this, students applied trigonometry to analyze a re-created blood splatter. I commend the following students for their positive engagement and critical thinking in a challenging and thought-provoking morning: Ariana Mason, Jaydon Augustus, Zoe Boss, Alyssa Coumbe, Zak Rodkiewicz, Jordan Smith, Olivia Rubens, Harper Gamble, Charlotte Laurent, Samarah Mammoliti, Angelica Rombouts, Zoe Trovato, Lucas March, Zara Kok, Hideki Duque, Saskia Chesson, Keira Reynolds, Seth Fox and Marcus Malaxos. I would also like to thank Mr Brad Cotterell and Mr Justin Farley for his support of students during the morning.
SHINE through problem solving
Year 9 gifted and talented students in STEM were also fortunate to have Murdoch University lead them through the Rube Goldberg challenge. After an introduction to the machine students were challenged to use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills build their own Rube Goldberg machine under time constraints. The following students should be proud of their effort and commitment to the problem-solving task: Grace Gordon, Leonardo Mason, Tomas Macri, Chloe Byrne, Charlie Cossom, Stefano Rapanaro, Laura Nolan, Abigail Fowler, Rebecca Rubens, Amelia Ng, Dyllan Roberts, Kate Le, Jenna King, Ethan Wynne, Kevin Xanthis and Sebastian Dziedzic. I would also like to thank Mr Naylor and Mr Nelson for their support of students during the workshop.
Careers and Pathways Information
Contact details:
Justin Farley
Leader of Pathways and Partnerships
justin.farley@newman.wa.edu.au
Tel. 9204 9457
Year 10
Subject selection for Year 11, 2024
Year 10 students are now engaged in the process of researching their subjects for Year 11, 2024. All Year 10 students have been provided with a guided research booklet which will assist them in selecting their subjects.
Parents / guardians can access the Year 11 subject information here: https://handbook.newman.wa.edu.au/
Student eligibility for Year 11 subjects will be based on their Year 10, Semester 1 reports. Year 10 students should use the time before the upcoming examinations to set their goals and seek the necessary assistance to ensure that they meet the prerequisites for their desired Year 11 subjects.
Families are also reminded that the Year 10 Parent Evening / Careers Expo will occur on Wednesday 21 June from 5.00pm to 6.30pm. At this evening, families and students will have the opportunity to explore different careers and also be provided with information regarding subject selection for 2024.
Year 11
Subject changes
If you would like to change one (or more) of your subjects, please be aware that you must wait until after the Semester 1 exams. You will also need permission from the relevant Leader of Learning to change into a new subject.
After the exams, you are welcome to see Mr Farley or Mrs Ellam with subject change requests.
Students doing Workplace Learning (Onsite)
If you are doing Work Experience this year, please see the following four reminders:
- Check your calendar for your finish date (or email pathways@newman.wa.edu.au, or ask Mr Farley or Paula if you’re not sure).
- If you want to go to work experience again (either at your current workplace, or somewhere else), please ask for the forms as you will need a new form.
- Also please make sure you bring your Logbook to work experience and get it signed by your employer.
- Make sure you visit the Pathways office regularly to get your Logbook signed by Mr Farley or Paula.
Students doing VET Certificates (TAFE)
If you are studying for a Certificate this year, your qualification might require you to complete some work experience. Please make sure you:
- Check with your lecturer whether work experience is needed for your Certificate.
- If you need to do some work experience as part of your Certificate, come to the Pathways office to pick up the forms or use the forms here: https://www.newman.wa.edu.au/careers-transition/#onsite-work-experience-program
- Make sure you hand in your forms at least 5 weeks before you need to start work experience.
Pathways for Year 12, 2024
Year 11 students may be interested in applying for the UniReady Program in 2024, or alternatively the new Notre Dame UniPath Program. Both of these will be offered to Year 12 students in 2024.
At this point in time, Year 11 students should be aware of the prerequisites for both of these programs:
- For Year 11 ATAR Pathway students: Mostly C grades in all ATAR subjects.
- For Year 11 General Pathway students: B grades in most General subjects and 60% or above in English.
- Students must also provide the names of two College staff who can supply a positive recommendation attesting to their maturity and responsibility.
- Participation in extra-curricular activities such as work experience, VET certificates, leadership, service, and/or sport will be positively regarded.
Further information about UniReady and UniPath can be located here: https://www.newman.wa.edu.au/careers-transition/
Year 12
Students doing VET Certificates (TAFE)
If you are studying for a Certificate this year, your qualification might require you to complete some work experience. Please make sure you:
- Check with your lecturer whether work experience is needed for your Certificate.
- If you need to do some work experience as part of your Certificate, come to the Pathways office to pick up the forms or use the forms here: https://www.newman.wa.edu.au/careers-transition/#onsite-work-experience-program
- Make sure you hand in your forms at least 5 weeks before you need to start work experience.
Students doing Workplace Learning (Onsite)
If you are doing Work Experience this year, please see the following four reminders:
- Check your calendar for your finish date (or email pathways@newman.wa.edu.au, or ask Mr Farley or Paula if you’re not sure).
- If you want to go to work experience again (either at your current workplace, or somewhere else), please ask for the forms as you will need a new form.
- Also please make sure you bring your Logbook to work experience and get it signed by your employer.
- Make sure you visit the Pathways office regularly to get your Logbook signed by Mr Farley or Paula.
Mid Year TAFE Entry
| Program Name | Campus | National Code | Day | Dates |
| Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) | Fremantle | AVI30419 | Thursday | 27 July – 7 December 2023 |
| Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) | Fremantle | AVI30419 | Friday | 28 July – 8 December 2023 |
| Certificate II in Autonomous Workplace Operations | Munster | 52845WA | Tuesday | 21 July 2023 |
Applying to University for 2024
Applying using Early Offers
Please note that there are two ways to apply to University for 2024. One way is via an Early Offer, using the details below. The second way is via the regular TISC process. Both of these pathways are currently open to students.
You can obtain a place at University using either method. University courses will not ‘fill up’ with Early Offer students.
In Week 7, Mr Farley will present to all Year 12 students outlining the process for applying to University. There is no rush to apply and you will not miss out if you wait for a little while.
Please see below the terminology guide for Early Offers:
- Conditional offer: your offer to study at that University is conditional on achieving the ATAR for that degree, meeting English Language Competency requirements, and meeting any subject prerequisites for your chosen degree.
- Unconditional Offer: your final ATAR can be below the ATAR required for your chosen degree. You still need to complete your WACE, achieve a final ATAR, meet English Language Competency requirements, and meet any subject prerequisites for your chosen degree.
| University | Early Offer summary |
| Curtin University | Opens on Monday 1 May 2023. You apply for a Curtin Early Offer by using TISC and listing your desired Curtin degree as your first preference. Curtin will use your Year 11 results to generate a predicted ATAR. If your predicted ATAR is five points above the required ATAR for your degree, you will receive an unconditional offer. If your predicted ATAR is less than five points above the required ATAR for your degree, you will receive a conditional offer. Full information at: https://www.curtin.edu.au/study/undergraduate/early-offers/ |
| Edith Cowan University (ECU) | Opens on Monday 1 May 2023. You apply for an ECU Early Offer by using TISC and listing your desired ECU degree as your first preference. Open to students doing ATAR, UniReady, or Certificate IV this year. If your predicted ATAR from Year 11 meets or exceeds the requirements for your chosen degree, you will receive an unconditional offer. If you don’t have a predicted ATAR, or your predicted ATAR is too low, or you are doing UniReady/Certificate IV, you can get a conditional offer. Full information at: https://www.ecu.edu.au/degrees/early-offer-program |
| Murdoch University | Applications open 1 May 2023. Apply using TISC, and enter your predicted ATAR or confirm that you are currently enrolled in UniReady / Certificate IV. Full details at https://www.murdoch.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/year-12-early-offer-program |
| Notre Dame University | Open Monday 1 May 2023, closing Friday 30 September 2023. Students must be doing the ATAR Pathway in Year 12. You can apply for a place in any Bachelor-level degree. Offers might be conditional or unconditional, depending on each student’s situation. Full details at: https://www.notredame.edu.au/study/early-offer/early-offer |
| University of WA (UWA) | Unconditional offer if your predicted ATAR has met or exceeded the entry requirements for your chosen course. Students who do not achieve the predicted ATAR required for their degree may receive a conditional offer for their degree. A wide range of degrees available for Early Offers (check the website). Includes Assured Pathways to Law, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Health, Teaching and Translation Studies. Excludes Assured Pathways to Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy or Podiatry. You can apply via TISC, listing a UWA degree as your first preference, or you can apply direct to UWA. If applying direct to UWA, you can choose 6 preferences. Applications open 1 May and the first offers will be made starting on 17 July. Full details at: https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/early-offers/FAQs |
Applying to University using TISC
TISC is the ‘normal’ way to apply to University. TISC applications are also open. Year 12 students have been provided with their login details via the Year 12 Team. Later in the term, all Year 12 students will have the TISC process explained in further detail.
Thinking of studying Medicine or Dentistry next year?
If you are planning to study Medicine or Dentistry next year (including the Assured Pathway at UWA), you must sit the Undergraduate Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) this year. Please see below for some important dates:
- 1 March: bookings open.
- 17 May: deadline for booking your test.
- 3 July: testing begins.
- 12 August: last testing date
You can check https://www.ucat.edu.au/ for things like practice tests and tips to succeed. Also you are welcome to book a time with Mr Farley if you’d like to discuss entry to Medicine / Dentistry.
Scholarships for University
| Curtin University | https://scholarships.curtin.edu.au/ |
| Edith Cowan University (ECU) | ECU Scholarships for domestic students |
| Murdoch University | https://www.murdoch.edu.au/study/scholarships |
| Notre Dame University | https://www.notredame.edu.au/current-students/opportunities/scholarships |
| University of Western Australia (UWA) | https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/scholarships/explore |
| Other scholarships | Christian Worldview Experience Scholarship Christian Leaders Scholarship |
Advice and guidance for parents and students
Parents / guardians may find the following links useful:
- UWA Parents Space: https://www.uwa.edu.au/seek-wisdom/parents-space
- Murdoch University Parents Space: https://www.murdoch.edu.au/study/study-levels/undergraduate/parents-and-families
Students and families may also find the TISC help video series useful: https://www.tisc.edu.au/static/guide/video.tisc
Topics include:
- Calculating the ATAR
- Scaling
- Early Offers
- Applying to University via TISC
- Allocating your preferences
- Applying to interstate Universities
Employment opportunities
Through a connection to Newman College, Impala Plastics (Maddington) is offering an apprenticeship in Manufacturing and would like to employ a Newman student if possible. Please contact Mr Farley if interested.
Hairdressing – casual Saturday work
Atelier Rose Hair Artistry Leederville
Please contact:
Rosie Carbone
T: 08 6184 4910
E: Artistry@AtelierRose.com.au
UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS
| EVENT | DATE | LINK |
| UWA 2024 Early Offers and Entry Pathways Information Session | 10 May | https://seek.uwa.edu.au/2024-Early-Offers-and-Entry-Pathways |
| Medicine and Health Degrees Information Session at UWA | 10 May | https://seek.uwa.edu.au/2024-Health-and-Medicine-Courses |
| Pilot Training Info Evening: Airflite Flying College | 12 May | https://airflite.msnd11.com/tracking/lc/457ade1b-1846-4a04-9354-5dc375415b28/77574cf6-bf4d-47e6-9587-81c3b1f20fa1/313760cf-23ed-41d7-8d76-4b6600c0cc55/ |
| Careers Information for Families – guiding your teen (in-person attendance, Joondalup) | 29 May | https://www.education.wa.edu.au/en/career-development/career-development-events |
| ECU Engineering Open Evening (Joondalup) | 8 June | https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=1027836& |
| SEDA College: Perth Wildcats Sport & Business Program | 19 June | https://seda.edu.au/register/pw/ |
| Onsite (work experience) 2024 Information Evening | 20 June | No online registration. Starts 6pm at Chisholm Catholic College, Bedford. |
| Newman College Careers Expo | 21 June Marist Auditorium | 3.30pm – 4.30pm Year 11 and 12 session 5.00pm – 5.45pm Year 10 session 5.45pm – 6.30pm Year 10 Parent Information Evening |
| Careers Information for Families – guiding your teen (online) | 26 June | https://www.education.wa.edu.au/en/career-development/career-development-events |
| Perth Skills West Expo Careers & Employment Expo | 27 – 29 July | http://skillswestexpo.com.au/ |
| SAE Creative Media Institute Open Day* | 12 August | Open Day at SAE Perth – SAE Australia – Register now |
| ECU Engineering Open Evening (Joondalup) | 8 September | https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=1027836& |
* Students attending University open days might find the following checklists helpful:
Year 11: https://infocus-careers.com.au/2023/02/18/year-11-how-to-approach-university-open-days/
Year 12: https://infocus-careers.com.au/2023/02/18/year-12-how-to-approach-university-open-days-in-2022/