PROSPECTUS a Proud History, a Bright Future
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WARRAGUL REGIONAL COLLEGE PROSPECTUS A Proud History, a Bright Future Warragul Regional College will be the school of choice for our community because we will develop talents, nurture curiosity and empower individuals to follow their passion. To do this we will be more like a garden than a factory – we will nurture the learning experience suited to each student. We believe learning is growing. www.wrc.vic.edu.au EYG OIOF NE LA R DAUL UN CC TGE AO A T N LI ER LO CR E NG A A E W C E 1 N 1 T 0 E 2 N - A R 1 Y 1 O 19 1F9 1N E1D1U C- A2T0IO1 Participation and Excellence arragul Regional College provides for active, creative and W engaging learning within a safe, caring environment. Through diverse curriculum, we strive to develop personal skills and promote excellence. Our aim is to enable all students to effectively participate in a rapidly changing world. At Warragul Regional College we value: Community: We take care of each other Achievement: We strive for excellence Respect: We respect people and property Effort: We work hard We expect all members of our learning community to demonstrate these values everyone, everywhere, everytime. A 21st century education awaits with access to on-line learning using Outdoor e-lea rni n g netbooks, desktops and data projectors in all classrooms. Education A Proud History and a Bright Future et on fifty acres of landscaped gardens in the middle of Warragul’s sporting precinct, the “School on the Hill” has Sbeen providing secondary education to the Warragul community since 1911, making it one of Australia’s oldest secondary schools. Through the amalgamation of Warragul High School and Warragul Technical School, a new entity was born in 1994, Warragul Regional College, catering for both academic and vocational pathways. Since 1994, the College has undergone three major facility upgrades, ensuring that students have access to a modern learning environment. Outdoor Explore the great outdoors and become familiar with a range of Education environments from the desert to the snow, from the beach to the bush. Years 7, 8 and 9 Strong Foundations he middle school years at Warragul Regional College aim to instil a love of Tlearning in our students. As well as their core program, students have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of curriculum areas, electives and additional programs. Each Year Level Team is overseen by a Student Liaison Leader and a Year Level Administrator. The CARE Group Teachers in each team support students to build positive relationships with other students. Curriculum Teams set a high standard of educational attainment, with the support of the Curriculum Leading Teachers. Progress reports monitor student performance on a five weekly basis. Each progress report generates a GPA (Grade Point Average) out of 50. This allows both staff and parents to monitor student learning behaviours and attitudes to learning. Students can really shine as they develop their talents in Performing Arts music, drama or dance. Years 7, 8 and 9 Curriculum Diversity ACE - Advanced Curriculum Enrichment This is a select entry program and caters to high performing students from year 7. Literacy Support and Enrichment Year 7 English teachers deliver programs to cater for all abilities. Further Literacy Support is provided through a range of electives targeting reading and writing skills. Numeracy Support and Enrichment The Year 7 Mathematics teachers work with mixed ability classes and like ability groups. The Year 7 – 9 teachers deliver programs to cater for all abilities. Extensive Elective Program Humanities, Sport, Science, Textiles, Cooking, Indonesian, Japanese, Music, Drama, Art, Ceramics, Welding, Lead lighting, Woodwork, Metalwork, Agriculture, Amazing Anime, Fashion Hair & Beauty, Medical Science, AFL, How Sweet It Is, Sound Recording & Mixing. Camps and extra-curricular opportunities There are a number of camps which currently run across the middle school. The Year 7 camp focuses on students transitioning to secondary school while the Year 8 and 9 camps focus on academic growth and developing their talents as well as building further relationships with their peers. Do you want do become a tradesperson? Or just interested in learning some handy skills – get your hands dirty in Te ch n o log y woodwork, metalwork, food technology, textiles, automotive or lead lighting. Years 10, 11 and 12 A World of Opportunity tudents from Year 7 onwards begin their journey in the Year 11 and 12 students can choose a VCE, VCAL or VET world of opportunity with a challenging curriculum along option to assist them in achieving their goals and widening Swith Career Education. From Year 8, students can begin their experiences. Mathematics can be personalised to the to mould their curriculum through an extensive elective choice. students’ abilities and career goals from Year 10. Once in Year 9, students can access taster programs such as the Trade Pathways Program and career workshops to assist Each Year Level Team is overseen by a Student Liaison Leader with widening their knowledge of what is possible. and a Year Level Administrator. The CARE Group Teachers in each team support students to build positive relationships with Students can continue to experience career opportunities other students and they set a high standard of educational in Year 10 through work experience and the opportunity to attainment. All students in years 10, 11 and 12 are assisted access VET (Vocational Education & Training). Starting in Year by the Careers and Pathways Team. 10, students can choose from VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning), VCE subjects or the wide choice of the Progress reports monitor student performance on a five weekly Year 10 electives to see where their interests lie. basis. Each progress report generates a GPA (Grade Point Average) score out of 50. This allows both staff and parents to monitor students learning behaviours and attitudes to learning. This feedback is critical in aiding our senior students to manage their own learning and progress. Develop an understanding of the world around you as you Science explore the core scientific studies of Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Psychology and Environmental Science. Pathways (Senior School) Students at Warragul Regional College have the opportunity to tailor a pathway to meet their career aspirations and future goals in life. VCE VET VCAL Victorian Certificate Vocational Educational Victorian Certificate of of Education and Training Applied Learning VCE is the certificate that the majority VET in the VCE or VCAL allows students to VCAL is a hands-on option for of students in Victoria receive on include vocational studies within their senior students in Years 10, 11 and 12. satisfactory completion of their secondary certificate. Students undertake VCAL gives you practical work-related secondary education. The VCE nationally recognised training from national experience, as well as literacy and provides diverse pathways to further training packages which may contribute to numeracy skills and the opportunity to study or training at university or TAFE their VCE and/or VCAL. build personal skills that are important and to employment. One day a week for life and work. Like the Victorian Students can choose from Extensive choice of subjects: Certificate of Education (VCE), a comprehensive range of • Automotive VCAL is an accredited secondary approximately 32 VCE studies. • Building and Construction certificate. Students receive an ATAR (Australian • Hairdressing This program has three levels Tertiary Admission Rank) at the end of • Equine Studies of competence: Foundation, the 2 year program. • Community Services Intermediate, Senior • Hospitality Four core subjects across three • Plumbing days: Literacy, Numeracy, Work • Information Technology Related Skills, Personal Development • Electrical One day a week: Structured Work and approximately 20 others… Place Learning One day a week: VET Pathway: University, TAFE Pathway: Apprenticeships, Pathway: Apprenticeships, Apprenticeships, Traineeship, Traineeship, Employment. Traineeship, Employment, TAFE. Employment. At Warragul Regional College students are able to study a choice of either Japanese or Indonesian through to Year 12. LOTE Other languages are available through independent study and distance education. Student Services and Wellbeing A Caring Environment he College Student Services Team is made up of The Student Services Team works to identify key issues and a multidisciplinary team of support staff including trends presenting within the student body, and initiate support Ta Chaplain, Nurse, Counsellor, Careers and programs, utilising the skills and expertise of external service Integration Aides. providers. Our team have built strong relationships with community agencies and connect students and families to We work hard to support the social and emotional health appropriate services. of our students and where necessary refer out to specialist external support services. Student Services regularly run school wide programs to acknowledge and celebrate important community events, Our team work in close collaboration with the Department such as RUOk Day, Youth Week and White Ribbon Day. On of Education Student Support Service at regional level to National Day of Action Against Bullying, the Student Services engage with Psychologists, Speech Pathologists and Team support students to sign up to make a pledge to stand up Visiting Teachers. and speak out against bullying in any form within our school community. This commitment has been made by staff and students, and is on proud display in the Administration Office. Join us as we visit our sister school in China, experience International third world as part of the World Challenge, undertake an international exchange or host a student from another Prog ra m country. Student Voice, Agency and Leadership tudents are at the heart of what we do at Warragul Involvement in sport provides another leadership opportunity Regional College and are involved in making decisions for students and can develop a strong sense of community Sabout our school, including the curriculum, the school and pride.