It’s been great to see Year 10 students back this term. I would also like to welcome Michelle Bennett onto the Year 10 team, teaching history to two classes. The holiday break has also seen the kitchenette in Year 10 complete, with a sink, refrigerator, microwave and sandwich toaster available for students to make use of.  

The first round of orders for Year 10 polo shirts arrived in Week 1 and it has been fantastic to see students wearing these proudly. If your young person missed the first round of orders or just wants a second or third shirt, a second round of orders in open and will cut off mid-August. The ordering process is the same as last term. If you need help with the process please contact the school. 

Hellyer College staff will be visiting Parklands High during Week 9 of this term for student enrolment meetings. These meetings are conducted in a triad style, with a member of college staff, student and parent to discuss students plans for Year 11 and make subject selections for 2024. In preparation for these meetings students will be updating their transition plans that will be used to inform this process. There will also be an information evening at Hellyer College on August 16 that students and their parents are welcome to attend.  

With the end of the year approaching quickly, dates have been set for the key end of year events. Our awards assembly will be on Monday 18 December, the Year 10 Assembly and Celebration dinner will be on Tuesday, 19 December. I would like to encourage Year 10 students to make the most of the opportunities on offer over the next two terms and finish off the year successfully.  

Mr Crawford

Year 10 Coordinator