Year 12, 2026� Information Evening

AGENDA

Acknowledgement of Country

Principal welcome

Deputy Principal

HT Teaching & Learning

Careers Advisor

HT Administration

Learning Support

Year Advisor

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• Dr. Janene Rosser
• Craig Maher
• Kiarna White
• Beth Lumb
• Eddie Redding
• Robyn Outram
• Gemma Gibson

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�Principal �Dr Janene Rosser �

Acknowledgement of Country

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I would like to pay my respect and acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which this meeting takes place and pay respect to Elders both past, present and emerging.

Vision: What we VALUE and BELIEVE in….

Newcastle High School is an inclusive, diverse community that demonstrates a passion for learning underpinned by determination, hard work and a shared responsibility for growth in all areas of endeavours. Through respectful and meaningful connections, we build resilience and perseverance in order to develop goals that help us expand our creativity, knowledge and understanding.

A shared understanding of our Stage 6 Learning Culture

• Culture and Values
• Learning Centred
• High Expectations
• Care and Support
• Excellent Outcomes
• Shared Goals for Success

First HSC in our New School - Class of 2026

Enjoying state of the art facilities

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Y12 Supporting the school getting through the final stage of the rebuild - setting the standard

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New and further improved Senior Study with more space, new facilities, and more privileges

HSC Excellence

@ NHS

HSC Results Analysis

HSC Results Analysis

HSC Results Analysis

HSC Results Analysis

HSC Results Analysis

Deputy Principal

Craig Maher

Deputy Principal – Year 12

• Support and monitor student progress throughout the HSC

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• Provide behaviour, wellbeing and learning support and interventions to those in need

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• Promote the NHS values of respect, responsibility and participation

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• Oversee HSC assessment schedules and handbook alignment

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• Supervise Yr 12 reports and monitoring folders

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• Track issues of non-compliance (N Warnings)

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• Process student appeals regarding assessment tasks

What is our Aim?

• To support every student to achieve to their personal best and realise their goals

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• To assist every student with their transition from high school to further study or employment

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• As much as the HSC is about you, we all have a role in your HSC.
• No one should stop you from achieving to your potential.

Assessment Guide

• Digital copy will be emailed to all students and parents
• Students have signed a digital receipt through Canvas
• Physical copies will be provided to students who request them
• Outlines the rules and processes (READ CAREFULLY)

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• Signing for the Assessment Booklet indicates that you have read and understand all of its contents.
• This includes your rights and responsibilities, how to process an appeal, the limitations of appeals and malpractice.
• It also contains your assessment calendar and details of every assessment for each subject

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Appeals

• Failure to submit/complete an assessment task on the due date results will incur an automatic zero mark and an N-Warning letter will be generated.
• An appeal must be completed on the first day of return to school and no later than 5 school days.

• Details are provided on how to process an appeal form for illness or misadventure.
• This applies to any type of formal assessment task.
• The students MUST adhere to the timelines and provide evidence to support their appeal.

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Limitations of Appeals and Malpractice

N-Warnings

• N Warnings are generated for any non completed task or non serious attempt.
• Students are informed and parents are sent an official letter of warning.
• The student must resolve the task by the new due date indicated on the letter.
• All N Warnings are followed up by the DP and support is available as needed.

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HT Teaching and Learning �Kiarna White

Assessment Calendar

• Refer regularly to your assessment calendar
• Organisation is key to success
• Planning = success
• Sample student studying Math Adv, English Adv, Ancient History, Community and Family Studies, Biology, Society and Culture.

NO HOLIDAYS PLEASE!!

�Assessment Notification

• Assessment notifications are always handed out on orange paper
• Students are given at least 2 weeks notice prior to due dates
• All notifications are also displayed in the Senior Study

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Senior Study

• A staffed space that:
• Promotes a high expectations culture
• Creates a productive work environment
• Rewards excellence and engagement

HSC Teacher Mentors

• Each Year 12 student at Newcastle High has the opportunity to engage with a teacher mentor in their final year of schooling.
• Students have been emailed a survey to make their preferences and mentor lists will be communicated later this week.
• Mentoring will often look slightly different for everyone depending on what they need. It is not designed as additional tutoring for students with their teachers.

Individualised Senior Student Pathways Plans

• All Year 12 students were invited to complete a survey outlining their goals and aspirations for life after graduation.
• These responses have been compiled into individualised Senior Pathway Plans which are used by teachers and support staff to assist in achieving what they have set out to do.
• These plans will be updated in Week 8 in each semester.

Canvas Hub

Careers Advisor �Beth Lumb

Pathways - Careers and Transition

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Targeted support:

• Senior Pathway Plans - these allow us to target and create initiatives that support specific pathway goals and interest areas

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• They also allow me to provide everyone with up to date requirements and information regarding specific industries and study areas (Examples: Education, Medicine, Vet Science)

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Pattern of Study Interviews.

• The main purpose of our interview will be to ensure you have a valid, appropriate and suitable pattern of study for you in your HSC year.
• We want to ensure that you are not removing a subject that is recommended or required for your post school pathway.
• There will be many other opportunities to review your pattern of study throughout the year.
• You are not required to make decisions during this specific window.

Pathways - Careers and Transition

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• Communication: Relevant information and opportunities related to further study requirements or employment is communicated via Canvas, sentral and the school Facebook Careers group.
• Student and Parent/Carer meetings: I am available to meet with students or families, either over the phone if more convenient or in person. Students can make an appointment with me
• Parents - phone or email to make a time. (Thursday afternoons I am off class.)

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HT Administration �Eddie Redding

Altering your pattern of study

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• You may wish to change a level in English or Maths.
• You may wish to “drop” a subject that is not required for your HSC/ATAR.
• This process is on a strict timeline and requires you to complete key tasks.
• June 30th, 2026 is the FINAL day for altering your pattern of study.

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Steps to change your pattern of study

1. Book your interview time via the booking sheet– link accessible on your CANVAS hub
2. Attend your interview with Mrs Lumb.
3. If your pattern of study is viable you will then need to collect signatures from:
1. Current classroom teacher.
2. Your parent/carer.
3. Your Deputy Principal (Mr Maher)(he will want to know why)
4. Once complete – Take the complete form to Mr Redding (A Block – Front office OR Senior study.)

No students should move to the study without collecting their timetable.

Expect to be sent to class if you are not on the roll.

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Key Points

• Students will not change classes or proceed to the senior study without a timetable change.
• The dates set in this process are centred around the NESA requirements.
• Students will be offered multiple opportunities to alter their pattern of study, not just this one.
• The student drives this process.

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Learning Support�Robyn Outram

Disability Provisions

Some students have diagnosed conditions that result in challenges to their learning. These students need an equitable opportunity to demonstrate what they can do. As a result, students can apply for disability provisions to support their learning and assessments.

School based disability provisions may include:

• Extra time
• Separate supervision
• Rest breaks
• Reader
• Writer/Scribe
• Use of assistive technology

If you believe you should be considered for disability provisions, please contact either your Learning and Support Teacher (LaST) or HT Wellbeing.

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Supporting Evidence for Applications

Under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992, all schools must ensure that students with disability are able to access and participate in education on the same basis as other students.

School determined adjustments will not necessarily apply in the HSC exams. For HSC exams, each application is assessed to ensure consistency and accuracy across the entire HSC cohort. NESA has panel of specialists including medical practitioners, educational psychologists and consultants for the visually and hearing impaired.

Each application must provide:

Evidence of a diagnosed disability – NESA medical, vision or hearing form(s) need(s) to be completed by a qualified health professional relevant to the condition(s). This must include the health professional’s comments regarding the impact on the student’s ability to access and respond to questions in an exam situation.

Functional evidence – specific measurable data that demonstrate the level of impact in an exam situation. For example, reading results, spelling results and writing samples that meet NESA requirements as outlined on the NESA application. The evidence must be relevant to the provisions requested – for example there is no need to provide writing samples for a student with reading or spelling difficulties.

Teacher comments – these must show how the student’s disability affects them and how provisions implemented at school address their needs in reading and/or responding to exam questions.

Need Help With Your Application?

• The HSC disability provisions application is a collaborative process between medical practitioners, students/families and the school.
• Students currently receiving disability provisions, and their parents will be sent an information pack by mid November. Students not currently receiving these provisions? Feel you may be eligible??

Please let Ms Outram know asap. Email - robyn.outram@det.nsw.edu.au

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• https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/hsc/disability-provisions/guide

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Year Advisor �Gemma Gibson

Year Adviser Role Statement

Year Advisers are integral members of the Wellbeing team and are responsible for the wellbeing needs of students in relation to how they feel and function across several areas including their cognitive, emotional, social, physical and spiritual wellbeing.

Be a point of contact for all students and parents within the year group.

What is special about Year 12?

• End of School Journey: It's the final year of high school, and students feel a sense of accomplishment and anticipation as they near the end of their school journey.

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• Milestones and Traditions: eg. Graduation ceremonies, formals, fundraising. These make the year memorable and enjoyable.

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• Strong Social Bonds: By Year 12, students have often formed close friendships and strong bonds with their peers. There's a sense of camaraderie as everyone experiences their "last" moments of high school together.

How to be proactive towards learning

• Read announcements daily on Sentral and Canvas.
• Use a diary to record due dates, friends birthdays, etc.
• Plan your time.
• Introduce a regular study plan. Study isn’t just about completing assignments.
• Be aware of available resources.
• Communicate with your teacher.
• Use the Senior Study during sport afternoons to get extra help.
• Get involved and enjoy everything Year 12 has to offer as the year will go very quickly.

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