Subjects

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English

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English study is mandatory in NSW from Kindergarten to Year 12.

In English, students learn about the study and use of the English language in its various textual forms. These encompass spoken, written and visual texts through which meaning is shaped, conveyed, interpreted and reflected. Complexity increases as students progress through their schooling.

Developing proficiency in English enables students to take their place as confident communicators; critical and imaginative thinkers; lifelong learners; and informed, active participants in Australian society. Their understanding of English through knowledge and skills acquisition is essential to their intellectual, social and emotional development.

The study of English should develop a love of literature and learning and be challenging and enjoyable. It develops skills to enable students to experiment with ideas and expression, to become active, independent and lifelong learners, to work with each other and to reflect on their learning.

In Year 11 and 12, the study of English is mandatory. Courses offered include:

This year has brought so many wonderful and exciting opportunities for students and teachers within the English faculty. Throughout the year, the English faculty have been engaging in some learning of their own, by attending conferences and educational seminars as a means of learning new methods and exciting strategies to bring to our students' learning.

Keep listening for notices from your English teachers, who will be able to give you information for all the upcoming events and keep an eye out on upcoming news and events. Any questions, just ask us!

English staff

Mrs Makhoul (Head Teacher)

Ms Beckett

Ms Bell

Mrs Khan

Mr Loizou

Mrs Lukas

Mr Mandich

Mrs Saro

Mrs Stevenson

Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA)

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In creative arts, students discover a variety of art forms through a study of dance, drama, music and visual arts.

Studying the creative arts, students learn to appreciate, compose, listen, make and perform. Each art form has its own unique knowledge and skills, elements or concepts as well as a capacity to inspire and enrich lives.

Students must study 100 hours of both music and visual arts during Years 7 to 10. They also have an opportunity to further develop their knowledge and skills in other art forms through elective subjects including drama, dance, photography and visual design. Students can then select from a range of courses in Years 11 to 12.

Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) staff

Mrs Young (Head Teacher)

Miss Arthur

Mrs Chan

Mr Muscat

Mr Weston

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)

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Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) is mandatory from Kindergarten to Year 10.

PDHPE provides students with opportunities to explore issues that are likely to impact on the health, safety and wellbeing of themselves and others – now and in the future. Students also participate in challenging and enjoyable physical activity, improving their capacity to move with skill and confidence.

Students studying PDHPE will give you the opportunity to participate in a diverse range of learning experiences. Theory lessons centre on equipping students with the knowledge and skills they will require to practise and maintain healthy lifestyles. In practical lessons, students will participate in a wide range of activities with the focus being on participation and enjoyment. This may involve the use of our indoor and outdoor gymnasium which is equipped with a range of cardio and resistance training equipment. PDHPE courses offered include;

Stage 4

Stage 5

Stage 6

In Year 11 and 12, courses available include:

Years 9 and 10 Elective Dance

The aim of the dance Years 7 to 10 syllabus is for students to experience, understand value and enjoy dance as an artform through the interrelated study of the performance, composition and appreciation of dance.

Year 11 Dance

In the preliminary course, students study dance as an artform with core studies in the interrelated components of performance, composition and appreciation. The knowledge that students gain in Year 11 provides the fundamentals of dance as an artform and is implicit in the content for Year 12.

In the Higher School Certificate course, students continue their study of dance as an artform. They continue core study in the three core components. Students also undertake an in-depth study of dance in one of the major study components, either performance, composition and appreciation. The three core study components are each allocated 20 precent of time, and the major study is allocated 40 precent.

Years 7 and 8 Dance

Years 7 and 8 Dance is a lunchtime program run by senior dance students. The senior dance students teach a range of dance styles such as; lyrical, contemporary, jazz, hip-hop and musical theatre. Students develop their dance skills and familiarise themselves performing.

Dance Ensemble

The dance ensemble is the school's representative dance troupe. They rehearse during sport time every week, and audition to be a part of this dance group. The dance ensemble represents the school in the synergy dance festival, celebrating the arts, school spectacular and other various dance.

Sport

Sport at Mitchell High School is for every level of competitor who wants to enjoy new experience with their friends and fellow students. Sport is a mandatory requirement for the Record of School Achievement (RoSA) Certificate. Mitchell High School offers plenty of opportunities for students to be involved.

Students participate in a different sporting activity each week. Students change class groups each term.

If you have any questions, please contact our Sports Coordinator, Mrs C. Thratthabeusy.

PDHPE staff

Mrs Spadina (Head Teacher)

Mr Allan

Mr Cook

Ms Davey

Miss Dickson

Mrs hratthabeusy (Sports Organiser)

Mr Stooke (C.R.E.W. Coordinator)

Mr Zahra (Soccer Head Coach)

Languages

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Language study allows students to develop communication skills, learn about languages as systems and explore the relationship between language and culture. Students engage with the linguistic and cultural diversity of societies and reflect on their understanding of social interactions.

The study of a language is compulsory for 100 hours in one continuous school year from Year 7 to Year 10, but preferably in Years 7 or 8.

In Years 11 and 12, NSW schools offer a wide variety of languages, catering for beginning students to background speakers.

Languages staff
Miss Mehic  (Languages Coordinator)

Mathematics

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The study of mathematics is mandatory from Kindergarten to Year 10.

By studying mathematics, students learn to work mathematically – developing fluency, understanding, problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills.

The syllabus consists of the following strands:

In Year 11 and 12, the study of mathematics is optional. Courses offered include:

Mathematics staff

Mrs Burness-Cowan (Head Teacher)

Mr Allam

Ms Beardmore

Ms Celik

Mr Chappuis

Mr Hafiz

Mr Lam

Mrs Vigneswaran

Science

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Science is mandatory for all students from Year 7 to Year 10.

Science Years 7-10 provides a way of inquiring about the world around us. It explores evidence and investigates ways to discover, develop and produce solutions to real-world problems. Science emphasises the skills for working scientifically, as well as critical and creative thinking to address scientific issues.

In Years 11 and 12, students can choose from different science disciplines, including:

In Year 12, students who are studying at least one other science subject may also choose to study Science Extension.

Download Science Procedures and Expectations

Science staff

Mr Debrincat (Head Teacher)

Ms Christensen

Mr Chung

Miss Filpi

Mrs May

Mrs McLeay

Mr Moss

Mrs Rao

Mrs Shaw

Miss Mututantri (Lab Assistant)

Social Science

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Social Science is also known as Human Society and its Environment.

In human society and its environment (HSIE), both subjects of history and geography are mandatory from Kindergarten to Year 10.

Students learn specific historical and geographical concepts and skills in history and geography. They also have an opportunity to learn more about people and the societies and environments in which they live through elective subjects in Years 7 to 10 (Stages 4 to 5).

A large number of individual subjects make up the key learning area of HSIE in which students:

In Year 11 and 12, students can choose from a range of HSIE courses. These include:

Social Science staff

Mr Connolly (Head Teacher)

Mrs Morris

Ms Naiker

Mr Norton

Miss Reesha

History staff

Mrs Edwards (Head Teacher Secondary Studies and History)

Ms Aldacour

Mrs Levy

Mr Weeden

Mr Williams

Technological and applied studies (TAS)

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Technological and applied studies (TAS) is mandatory for all students in Year 7 and 8. Students can also select from a range of elective TAS subjects.

In TAS, students develop knowledge, understanding and skills through a design and production process using a range of tools, materials and techniques in theory and practical lessons.

The continuum of technology learning is:

Available courses include:

Technologies staff

Mrs Depalo (Head Teacher)

Ms Galetti

Mrs Gardoll

Mrs Karabetsos

Mrs Magnay

Mrs Prasad

Mrs Saul

Miss Stavropoulos

Mr Turner (Careers Adviser)

Mrs Livesey (Technologies Assistant)

Life Ready

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Life Ready is a mandatory 25 hour program for students in Years 11 and/or 12 in NSW public schools.

It aims to prepare and support senior students as they encounter situations related to health and safety as they become more independent and gain more responsibilities.

Life Ready focuses on offering opportunities for students to build the functional knowledge and skills for life after school.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs F. Spadina, Head Teacher PDHPE.

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High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE)

At our school we are committed to supporting every student achieve their educational potential by providing talent development opportunities and differentiated learning experiences that are aimed at raising expectations and building student capabilities. We recognise and nurture student strengths and support learners with lessons and activities to help them grow and thrive.

Homework centre

Homework is often a revision of what is covered in class, review and practise tasks covered in class, summarise key ideas and do additional reading and research on topics.

Assessment Handbooks

At our school we provide detailed information to students about what we expect from them throughout the year and how their work will be assessed. Students have a number of formal assessments throughout their schooling.

Student opportunities and activities

Our school offers a range of co-curricular programs and activities that help students grow, make new friends, explore their interests and build real-world skills. These experiences support learning beyond the classroom and help your child become a confident, creative, active and connected member of the school community.

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