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Approaching the Finish Line: Key Dates and Celebrations Ahead

We are heading into the final quarter and the finish line is in sight! It is nearly time to enjoy the sunshine!

Examinations for our Year 9 to Year 11 students will take place at the end of this term while our Year 12 students will begin their VCAA exams on Tuesday, 29 October. The final event of the year is the Night of Excellence where we will acknowledge 51¸£Àû's academic achievements for 2024. We will once again hold this event at the beautiful venue of Camberwell Grammar on Tuesday, 10 December.

Key Dates for Year 9 to Year 11 Students

Revision Sheets published via Siena Central

  • 23 October: Year 11
  • 6 November: Year 10
  • 8 November: Year 9

Assessment Completion

  • 1 November: Year 11
  • 15 November: Year 10
  • 19 November: Year 9

Examination Period

  • 13 November to 22 November: Year 11
  • 25 November to 29 November: Year 10
  • 27 November to 4 December: Year 9

Please note that Year 11 (Unit 1/2) examinations mirror the VCAA examinations in both content and duration. Any Year 10 student undertaking a Unit 1/2 subject must attend their Unit 1/2 examination as scheduled, even if it overlaps with their Year 10 timetable.

Year 12 Trial Exams

Year 12 trial exams ran smoothly and the results are now available via Siena Central. Thank you to our students for their dedication and adherence to the guidelines. These exams serve as a valuable learning opportunity and students are encouraged to review them carefully, focusing on areas for improvement or seeking clarification where needed. A debt of gratitude to the Year 12 teachers for their unwavering effort in marking the trial exams and the numerous practice papers submitted by students.

Parents of Unit 3/4 students are reminded to review the final arrangements for the VCAA exams which have been posted via Siena Central News this week.

Year 12 Final Day of Classes

The last day of classes for Year 12 students is Friday, 18 October followed by celebratory activities on Monday, 21 October culminating in their Graduation Mass that evening.

Students have responded enthusiastically to the Trial Exam ‘Boxes', submitting many, many trial exams and essays for feedback. They are strongly encouraged to maintain this level of commitment during the Swot Vac period. Teachers will continue to be available during regular, scheduled class times and students should attend in the timetabled rooms. Please note that students must wear their College uniform when attending onsite.

Support and encouragement from family and friends are invaluable during this period to help keep spirits high and maintain momentum. We will be thinking of you all and wish you the very best!

2025 Subjects and Booklists

Please take note of the following dates when students will receive their final list of 2025 subjects and gain access to the 2025 booklist:

  • 25 October: 2025 VCE English and Literature allocation emailed
  • 25 October: Early VCE English Booklist (2025 Year 12 and Year 11) available via Siena Central Tile
  • 31 October: Early VCE English Booklist (2025 Year 12 and Year 11) due via Campion
  • 1 November: 2025 Subjects emailed
  • 11 November: Early VCE English Orders available for pick up from the Learning Centre
  • 18 November: Year 8, 9, 10 and VCE Booklist available via Siena Central Tile
  • 4 December: Year 8, 9, 10 and VCE Booklist due via Campion

VCE Headstart Program

The VCE Headstart Program provides an opportunity for students to engage with their 2025 subjects as we begin to lay the foundation for their studies.

  • 25 November to 29 November: 2025 Year 12
  • 2 December to 4 December: 2025 Year 11

Accelerated Subject Applications

Students whose accelerated study applications were deferred and wish to be reconsidered are asked to email Ms Laughlin at dlaughlin@siena.vic.edu.au to request a review. This review will be scheduled during the examination period. Deferred students will also receive an email reminder to notify Ms Laughlin if they wish to reapply.

Non-Teaching Days

  • 22 October: Staff Learning and Teaching Day / 2025 Curriculum Planning Day
  • 4 November: Units 3/4 VCAA Exams as scheduled
  • 4 November: Years 7 to 10 and Units 1/2 Students School Closure Day
  • 5 November: Melbourne Cup Long Weekend

We wish everyone a focused and satisfying remaining few months leading into a most joy filled Christmas break.

Donna Laughlin

Deputy Principal Learning and Teaching
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