Queensland Academy for Science, Mathematics and Technology Campus Year 12 IB Exam Preparation Program – Term 3 & 4 Simone Fuller Deputy Principal 4 Perfect IB Scores

IB Exam Preparation Program

Maximising Achievement

Program Overview

Strategies Revision program Mock Exams Post Mock Exam feedback Conference SWOTVAC Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs) Term 4 SWOTVAC and tutorials 24/7 tools – Blackboard/Daymap and Smartbac Student Support Services

Attendance Year 12 students are expected to attend the Academy for all timetabled lessons during this program. Student attendance is directly related to student achievement. SWOTVAC Feedback session starts on Thursday 13 September. Full SWOTVAC begins on Monday 8 October “Flexible Attendance Permission Form” – in the Attachments section of the booklet.

Valedictory Dinner Friday 16 November at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre Celebrate students completing Year 12 and the IB Academic gown QASMT Certificate Formal sit down dinner Professional photos Last official day of Year 12

Guidance Officer Interviews There will be scheduled interviews with every student in the coming term to discuss their university applications.

Year 12 Conference 10 – 12 September 2018

Why? The Year 12 Conference and Exam Preparation will focus on building resilience and grit in order for Year 12 students to thrive in the lead up to November exams. It will include: SWOTVAC preparation and planning Final CAS sign off – IB requirement Health and wellbeing for maximising good study habits understanding the value of your peers and support networks as you embark on this challenging time Year 12 fun assembly It will give you the opportunity to develop your skills in teamwork, understanding the value of your peers and support networks as you embark on this challenging time. Expand individual capabilities and expectations

Where? – Mapleton QCCC

When? Mapleton, QLD Departure: Monday 10th September 8.00am Return: Wednesday 12th September 2.30pm approx.

Accommodation

Example of Activities TBC Day 1 Example of Activities TBC 8.00am Depart QASMT 10.30am Arrival and rooming 11.00am MT 11.30am Camp briefing- purpose (QASMT Staff) 12.00pm Activity 1 1.30pm Lunch 2.15pm Activity 2 3.45pm AT 4.00pm Variety/ assembly prep 6.00pm Dinner 7.30 Movie or Camp fire 9.30pm Lights out

Equipment List

Further Information to follow Permission letter Room allocation Group activities

Year 12 Formal

Shooting Stars Saturday 28 July at Victoria Park Golf Club Information to follow