You’ve been given a new locker, met a bunch of new teachers, and have most likely received the lesson outlines for all of your subjects. You’ve skimmed through the list of topics that will be covered, and are already dreading the ones that sound super difficult. You may have even been given your first lot… Continue reading VCE ADVICE: Getting a Good Start
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Why Student Leadership is Important
What has leadership got to do with school? Some might say nothing at all. Others might try to push you into applying for opportunities, such as sports, arts, music or school captain leadership roles. Before you say you can’t be bothered, or before you assume that it isn’t rewarding enough to put yourself forward for… Continue reading Why Student Leadership is Important
The Importance of Reading Every Day
What is one small thing you can do that would make a massive difference in Year 12? What if you heard it could improve your ability in every subject? That it could dramatically improve your writing ability? And what if it only took 20 minutes a day? When I arrived at my very first English… Continue reading The Importance of Reading Every Day
Math Methods – Differentiation 1/5
In this short course, I will give you all the tips you need to succeed at differentiation. It is extremely important to practice, practice, practice… No one ever got good at math by just reading. In class, you will learn what differentiation is, so we are simply going to focus on technique. That said, let’s… Continue reading Math Methods – Differentiation 1/5
What To Expect As A First-Year University Student
The leap from high school to university is a big one. It’s also a move which can be daunting, especially because most people entering university are coming straight from 13 years of schooling. So what are some of the changes you should expect? Look forward to different-style classes From lectures, to workshops, to tutorials, to… Continue reading What To Expect As A First-Year University Student
Organisation Tips and Techniques for High School Students
It’s often expected that students know how to organise their time to study effectively. However, study skills such as this are usually not taught at school! Students who are perhaps naturally less organised often struggle in comparison to their friends who love planners. Let’s look at some of the best ways you can organise your… Continue reading Organisation Tips and Techniques for High School Students
Tips on Writing your First Student Resume
Resumes are an important tool for anyone entering the workforce, as they allow individuals to make a great first impression to their potential employers. Students may find it challenging to write their first resume, as they have not had the same practice in doing so. However, there are many handy tips in this easy-to-follow guide… Continue reading Tips on Writing your First Student Resume
What are the benefits of tutoring?
What are the benefits of tutoring? There are so many reasons you might choose to employ a tutor. Let’s explore some of the biggest benefits. Tailored learning. A tutor allows one-on-one time dedicated solely to you, the student. At school, it is likely your teachers will not be able to help you in such depth… Continue reading What are the benefits of tutoring?
How To Best Get A Head Start On Year 12
It’s difficult to know what to do in the months leading up to Year 12. Do you go all out and begin reading textbooks, or do you completely ignore the impeding serious study, instead favouring rest and relaxation? Let’s explore some ways to prepare well for Year 12. Read your books Reading your books for… Continue reading How To Best Get A Head Start On Year 12
The Importance of Personal Development
Getting through high school can be an incredibly challenging time. Adding to the tough mixture of stress from schoolwork and drama in friendship groups and social circles, is also the ever-developing identity – high school is a pivotal time in the development of self. The first aspect of one’s personality to suffer from all of… Continue reading The Importance of Personal Development