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St Mary’s Cathedral
College
Year 7
Student Assessment
Handbook
2015
Updated: 5th February, 2015
To All Students and Parents
As students progress through their junior secondary schooling they are required to meet a
series of syllabus outcomes in each of their subjects. In today’s educational environment
these outcomes can be assessed in a variety of ways including:
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Tests/exams
Research tasks
Major works (especially in practical subjects)
Oral tasks
Listening tasks
Field trips
Excursion activities
Site studies
Practical tests
This is not an exhaustive list
In an effort to streamline the school assessment process and assist students in their forward
planning we have developed assessment schedules for all subjects.
The following pages contain your assessment schedules for all your subjects. For each
course we have provided you with:
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The Type of Task you will be having
The Week that the task is on (some subjects have provided actual dates)
The Weighting of the task (what percentage each task is worth in the overall
assessment total) These percentages will be used in determining the First in Course
at the end of the year
We are also continuing our development of information for:
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Report Outcomes
Course Outlines
We trust that the following information will prove beneficial to the students in their studies. If
there are any questions concerning the following pages please do not hesitate to contact:
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The Subject Teacher
The Leader of Learning
The Leader of Pedagogy– Mrs Mano
The Leader of Learning, Curriculum – Mr Marks
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where can I locate the assessment schedules?
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The online version of this assessment schedule can be found on the College website.
Click on:
o Teaching and Learning tab at top of page
o Assessment ling at side
o Online google calendar can be located by clicking the link in the box
o All Assessment Handbook can be downloaded as a PDF (bottom of page).
2. What if I’m going to be away for a task?
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If you are going to be away for more than TWO days you need to obtain permission
from The Headmaster.
You will be given a Blue Form to fill out which will notify your Leader of Wellbeing and
all your teachers as to your absence.
Your class teachers will then be able to work with you to ensure you complete all the
necessary work/tasks.
3. What if I am sick on the day of a task or I am away when a task is due to be handed
in?
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In Years 7 & 8 we DO NOT require a Doctor’s Certificate. A note from your parents is
sufficient.
On the first day you return to school you should have taken your note to the subject
teacher whose task you have missed.
Normally an alternative date or task will be organized. This will usually involve
consultation with the Leader of Learning
Failure to present appropriate documentation may result in a 20% penalty for each
day a student does not meet the task requirements. The Leader of Learning will make
the final decision.
4. What should I do with this Assessment Schedule?
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Write down in your Student Planner and on a wall calendar:
o A reminder notice that a task is due one week before date nominated in the
schedule
o The actual date each task is due
o Other significant dates/obligations you are aware of that will take time away
you’re your studies (camps, music lessons, family functions, sporting
commitments etc.)
Parents
5. What if my son is not achieving or working to his potential in a course?
 You are strongly advised to make use of the Student Planner to communicate with
your son’s teachers to ensure he remains on-track.
 If your son has not worked well within a subject and he has not handed in required
tasks or consistently completed homework the class teachers will follow the steps
outlined in the flowchart below.
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STUDENT ACADEMIC (UNDER) PERFORMANCE PROCEDURE
The following flow chart outlines the steps taken by the Leader of Learning/class teacher
when a student within a course is under performing/achieving in year 7 & 8.
STEP 1
Student academic performance for this course is inconsistent in respect to class work and
homework.
ACTION:
 Class teacher writes a comment in the student’s planner and parents must sign this comment.
A general improvement in student performance should result or apply Step 2.
STEP 2
The student’s academic performance has not improved and is still a concern for the class teacher.
ACTION:
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Class teacher contacts Leader of Learning and asks for a ‘LETTER OF CONCERN’ form.
This is completed by class teacher and given to Leader of Learning.
A ‘letter of concern’ is generated and sent to students parents.
STEP 3
Student performance continues to deteriorate (ie: course work incomplete).
ACTION:
 Leader of Learning/class teacher will organize an interview with parents and student.
Parents are strongly advised to sit down with their son/s and go through this
schedule with him and develop a consistent program of study.
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All College assessment timings and dates are
available on the College Google Calendar.
How to Access Google Assessment Calendars and Assessment Schedules
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
go to College website:
www.smccsydney.catholic.edu.au
click on
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‘Teaching and Learning’ tab at the top of the page
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‘Assessment’ tab on the left hand side of the page
Select the relevant ‘Online Assessment Calendar’ or download the entire
assessment document as a separate pdf for each year group (towards the
bottom of the page).
 You can adjust the settings of the calendar to see events by day, week or month.
 You are advised to either download the calendar onto your own computer or you can
print the calendar.
Students are advised that, in all cases, where a
discrepancy exists between this document and
the Google Calendar published by the College,
the GOOGLE CALENDAR should be considered
to be accurate.
Feedback/Evaluation
If you have any suggestions as to how this schedule may be improved, please direct them
to the College or email to:
jason.marks@syd.catholic.edu.au
Thank you,
Mr Marks
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The following pages contain the Assessment
Schedules for all courses.
Students will be given more specific information
relating to each task closer to the due dates.
Students are advised that these schedules are
accurate at the time of printing.
Any alteration to a course schedule will be
distributed, in writing, by the relevant subject
teachers.
1. Religious Education
2. English
3. History
4. Mathematics
5. Music
6. PDH&PE
7. Science
8. Technology
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Year 7 Assessment Schedule Religious Education 2015 Staff: CLE/MCL, RSM, MBU, LRO, ACI Updated: 10 February 2015 Task Nature of task/content area Assessment Task 1 – Research Task ­ iBook Assessment Task 2 – Research Task ­ Collectors’ Cards Timing Tm I Wk 9 Assessment Task 3 – In Class Task ­ Examination Tm IV Wk IV Tm III Wk 2 Date 17 March 8:45 Submission 20 July P3, 4 26 October P 3, 4 Weight 30% 30% 40% Unit & Outcomes Ways of being Catholic: Outcomes 2 & 3 Sacred Scripture: Outcome 3 Ways of Praying: Outcome 3 Stewards of Creation: Outcome 1& 3 Affirming Human Dignity: Outcomes 2 & 3 Task Set by: CLE/MCL MBU LRO Reporting Outcomes Semester One 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the traditions of the school and the local Church community. Semester Two 2. Describes and communicates major themes, people and events of the Bible and a range of prayer forms and expressions. 3. Appreciates humanity’s responsibility for creation and understands decision making and moral reasoning. Course Outline Term I:
What it Means to be Catholic (8 weeks) Sacred Scripture
(2 weeks) Term II:
Sacred Scripture
(6 weeks) Ways of Praying (4 weeks) Term III:
Ways of Praying
(4 weeks) Stewards of Creation (6 weeks) Term IV:
Stewards of Creation (2 weeks) Affirming Human Dignity
(8 weeks) Staff are advised that any alterations to this schedule should be distributed to all students doing the course. St. Mary’s Cathedral College English Department Assessment Schedule Year 7 Semester 1 and 2, 2015 Staff: ​
Ms Bailey, Ms Bosnich/Mr Lim, Mr Ryan, Mr Egger, Mrs Weinberger Updated: ​
5th February 2015 TASK UNIT WEEK TO WEEK TO REPORT TASK SET TASK ISSUE COMPLETE OUTCOME BY MARKED BY FOCUS Task 1: Unit 2: Mode: Drama Viewing and Term 1: representation 25% Weeks 6­10 Outcomes: EN4­1A​
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EN4­3B​
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EN4­9E Task 2: Unit 2​
: Mode: Close Study Reading 15% of a Novel Writing 10% Don’t Call me Outcomes: Ishmael EN4­2A, EN4­5C, Term 2 EN4­7D Weeks 1­ 9 Task 4: Unit 4: Mode: Australian Reading/Speaking 25% Heroes Outcomes: Term 3 EN4­1A​
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EN4­4B​
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EN4­9E Weeks 1­10 Term 1 Week 6 Task 4: Mode: Listening 10% Writing 15% Outcomes: EN4­3B, EN4­4B, EN4­5C Term 4 Week 1 Unit 5: Speaking Out Term 4: Weeks 1­5 Term 2 Week 1 Term 3 Week 6 Term 1 Week 10 Submit before school Wednesday 1st April Term 2 Week 5 Tuesday 19th May P4 ABN P5 LBA, YWE, MEG, JRY Term 3 Week 9 Tuesday 8th September P4 ABN P5 LBA, YWE, MEG, JRY Term 4 Week 6 Wednesday 11th November P2 LBA, JRY, MEG P4 LLI, YWE 1 MEG ALL 2 LBA ALL 3 YWE ALL 4 JRY ALL Reporting Outcomes 1. Students have composed an engaging script using elements of scriptwriting to demonstrate an ability to creatively use humour to engage audience interest. Students have created a digital performance of an original ballad demonstrating the use of poetic devices to shape meaning. 2. Students have composed a narrative demonstrating control of language and structure appropriate to audience, purpose and form. 3. Students have created a digital performance of an original ballad demonstrating the use of poetic devices to shape meaning. 4. Students have demonstrated an understanding of the ways in which persuasive language can influence meaning in spoken texts. Course Outline Term 1 Weeks 1­5 Unit 1: Wolves and their Representation Weeks 6­10 Unit 2: Drama Term 2 Weeks 1­10 Unit 3: Close Study of a Novel Term 3 Weeks 1­10 Unit 4: Australian Heroes Term 4 Weeks 1­5 Unit 5: Speaking Out Weeks 6­10 Unit 6: Through my Window HSIE Faculty Assessment Schedule
Year 7 History
2015
Staff: SGA (x2), DNI, ANO, APR
Updated: January 2015
Task
Nature of task/content area
Timing
Date
Task
Weight
Reporting
Outcome
Focus
Task Set by:
Topic 1: Investigating the Ancient
Past
Skills Test
Tm
Wk
1
9
25/3 P4 except
7HSIE3
25%
1, 2
SGA
Topics 2 & 3: Mediterranean &
Asian World
Research Skills Task
Tm
Wk
2
5
Out: Wk 2
Due: Wk 5, 20/5
25%
3
DNI
Topic 4: Western & Islamic World
Exam
Tm
Wk
3
7
26/8 P4 except
7HSIE3
25%
1, 2, 3
APR
Topic 6: Expanding Contacts
Oral ICT Presentation
Tm
Wk
4
4
Out: Wk 9 (T3)
Due: By end of
Wk 4
25%
4
ANO
Reporting Outcomes
Semester One
1. Identifies and draws conclusions about the usefulness of sources as evidence in a historical inquiry.
2. Sequences historical events and uses appropriate terms and concepts to describe these events.
3. Locates, selects and organises relevant information from a number of sources, including ICT, to
conduct basic historical research on a chosen society.
Semester Two
1. Identifies and draws conclusions about the usefulness of sources as evidence.
2. Demonstrates ability in a range of historical skills, terms and concepts.
3. Uses appropriate historical terms and information to describe the nature of Western and Islamic
societies.
4. Describes significant features of indigenous American cultures, prior to and post colonisation and
communicates the information effectively using the appropriate oral form.
Course Outline
Topic 1: Investigating the Ancient Past (including Overview)
Topic 2: The Mediterranean World (Egypt)
Topic 3: The Asian World (China)
Topic 4: The Western and Islamic World
(Medieval Europe including Overview)
Topic 6: Expanding Contacts (Spanish Conquest of the Americas)
Topic 5: The Asia-Pacific World (Japan Under the Shogun)
Term 1 Wks 1 - 7
Term 1 Wks 8 – 10 / Term 2 Wks 1 - 3
Term 2 Wks 4 - 10
Term 3 Wks 1 – 7
Term 3 Wks 8 – 10 / Term 4 Wks 1 - 3
Term 4 Wks 4 - 9
Staff are advised that any alteration to this schedule should be distributed to all students doing the course.
Year 7 Assessment Schedule
Mathematics
2015
Staff: G. Christodoulos/B. Wilding; D. Angelou; P. Bottrill; D. Pearce; M. Burden
Updated: 2 Feb. 15
Task
Nature of task/content area
Term 1 Test
Term 2 Test
Term 3 Test
Term 4 Test
Timing
Tm
Wk
Tm
Wk
Tm
Wk
Tm
Wk
I
7
II
5
III
7
IV
5
Date
Task
Weight
Reporting
Outcome
Focus
9 Mar
25
1, 2
18 May
25
1, 2
24 Aug
25
1, 3
2 Nov
25
1, 2, 3
Reporting Outcomes
1. Knowledge, skills and understanding in Number and Algebra.
2. Knowledge, skills and understanding in Measurement and Geometry.
3. Knowledge, skills and understanding in Statistics and Probability.
Course Outline
TERM 1:
Computation with Positive Integers
Angle Relationships
Computation with Positive and Negative Integers
TERM 2:
Understanding Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
Probability
TERM 3:
Computation with Decimals and Fractions
Time
Algebraic Techniques 1
Equations 1
TERM 4:
Equations 1 (cont’d)
Measurement and Computation of Length, Perimeter and Area
Introducing Indices
2015 Music Assessment Schedule
Year 7
Staff: L. Harrison, L.Cooley, M. McHattan
Updated: 18 Feb. 15
Task
Timing
Date
Nature of task/content area
Composition
Performance
Semester 1 Examination
Performance
Composition
Semester 2 Examination
Tm
Wk
Tm
Wk
Tm
Wk
Tm
Wk
Tm
Wk
Tm
Wk
Tm
Wk
Task
Weight
Reporting
Outcome
Focus
Task
Set by:
Task
Criteria
by:
1
10
2
5
2
6
30/3/
2015
1822/5/15
29/5
1/6/15
10%
4.4
LHA
LHA
10%
4.1
LHA
LHA
20%
4.7,4.9
LHA
LHA
3
5
4
4
4
7
10-15/8/
2015
30/10/
2015
1720/11/
2015
15%
4.2,4.3
LHA
LHA
15%
4.6
LHA
LHA
30%
4.8
LHA
LHA
Tm
Wk
Reporting Outcomes
Semester One
1. Demonstrates an understanding of musical concepts through composing using traditional
notation
2. Performs in a range of musical styles demonstrating solo and or ensemble awareness
3. Demonstrates an understanding of musical concepts through listening and responding
4. Demonstrates musical literacy though reading and interpreting of scores
5.
Semester Two
1. Performs music using different forms of notation across a range of styles
2. Experiments with different forms of technology in the composition process
3. Demonstrates an understanding of musical concepts through aural identification, discrimination
and observing
4. Demonstrates an ability to aurally identify the key features of repertoire using the concepts of
music
5.
Course Outline
Term 1: Introduction to Music: What is Music?
Term 2: Instruments of the Orchestra
Term 3: Australian Music
Term 4: Music for Radio, Film, Television and Multi Media
Staff are advised that this schedule should be distributed to all students doing the course.
Year 7 Assessment Schedule
PDHPE
2015
Co-ordinator: Mr. P. Bottrill
Updated: 5 Feb. 15
Task
Assess
Task
Weight
Report
Outcome
Focus
Relevant PDHPE
Content Strand
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-
2
Mar
30
Mar
11
May
31
July
14
Sept
IV
2
IV
3
10%
Sem 1
Otcm 4
Sem 1
Otcm 1
Sem 1
Otcm 2
Sem 1
Otcm 3
Sem 2
Otcm 1
Sem 2
Otcm 2
Sem 2
Otcm 3
Sem 2
Otcm 4
Lifelong Physical
Activity
Self and
Relationships
Self and
Relationships
Movement Skill
and Performance
Personal and
Community Health
Personal and
Community Health
Personal and
Community Health
Lifelong Physical
Activity
Timing
Nature of task/content area
Cardiovascular Fitness Test
(competency based assessment task)
Community Support Services
Research & Report Task
Term 1 Exam
Practical Game Skills Tests
Mental Health Awareness Promotion
Task
Term 3 Exam
Sports Injury Practical
(competency based assessment task)
Cardiovascular Fitness Test
(competency based assessment task)
Tm 1
Wk 2
Tm 1
Wk 6
Tm 1
Wk 10
Tm 2
Wk 4
Tm 3
Wk 4
Tm 3
Wk 10
Tm 4
Wk 2
Tm 4
Wk 3
25%
15%
25%
25%
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Reporting Outcomes
Semester One
1. Researches and reports on various community services available in our society
2. Identifies and explains various issues concerned with self and relationships
3. Demonstrates competency in a range of movement skills
4. Successfully completes a standardised test of cardio-vascular fitness
Semester Two
1. Designs strategies and ideas that promote the image of mental health in adolescence
2. Identifies and explains various issues concerned with personal and community health & lifelong
physical activity
3. Successfully demonstrates correct basic sports first aid procedures
4. Successfully completes a standardised test of cardio-vascular fitness
Course Outline Term 1: Challenges & Changes Term One, Weeks 1 -­‐ 10 Term 2: The Body in Motion Term Two, Weeks 1 -­‐ 8 Term 3: Mental Health & Term Two, Weeks 9 & 10 – Term Three, Weeks 1 -­‐ 4 Health Matters Term Three, Weeks 5 -­‐ 10 Term 4: Physical Activity Term Four, Weeks 1 -­‐ 9 Staff will advise students of any alterations to this schedule should they be required. Science Faculty Assessment Schedule Year 7 Science 2015 Staff:​ ​Ms. VanderGert, Ms. Ung, Ms. Bennett/Mr Almeida, Ms. Van der Meer, Mrs. Dennett, Mr Clarke Updated:​ 29 Jan 2015 Task Timing Date given Date due 17 Mar P1,4,5,6 8 Apr P1,2,3 20 May P1,2,6 Nature of task/content area End of unit knowledge and problem solving test Tm Wk Tm Wk Tm Wk 1 8 1 11 2 4 Practical Exam Tm 3 6 Literacy Quiz Research Task T1 W9 Wk Literacy Quiz End of unit knowledge and problem solving test Wk 3 6 Tm Wk 4 6 Tm Reporting Weighting Outcome Focus 10% 1 40% 4 50% 1 and 2 40% 3 1 Sep P1,2,3 10% 1 10 Nov P1,2,3 50% 1 and 2 17/8 P1 18/8 P1,3 19/8 P5 Reporting Outcomes Semester One 1. ​Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of scientific models, theories, laws, structures and systems. 2. ​Uses creativity and critical thinking to solve scientific problems. 4. Demonstrates the ability to gather, process and present relevant information from secondary sources. Semester Two 1. ​Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of scientific models, theories, laws, structures and systems. 2. ​Uses creativity and critical thinking to solve scientific problems. 3. Demonstrates the ability to select appropriate equipment and/or resources to perform first­hand investigations. Course Outline ​Term 1 – Magic of Science Term 2 – Are We Alone? ​Term 3 – The Blue Planet ​Term 4 – Journey to the Centre of the Earth Staff are advised that any alteration to this schedule should be distributed to all students doing the course. Year 7 Assessment Schedule Technology 2015
Staff: Cook, Davidson, Enright, Fisher, Williams
Updated: 16 Feb. 15
Task
Nature of task/content area
In Class Exam – relevant context
area
Timing
Tm
Wk
I
9
Design Project 1 - Prototype
Tm
Wk
II
5
Design Project 1 – Folio
Tm
Wk
II
5
In Class Exam – relevant context
area
Tm
Wk
III
9
Design Project 2 - Folio
Tm
Wk
IV
5
Design Project 2 - Prototype
Tm
Wk
IV
5
Class / Date
7TASB 24/03/15 P2
7TASBr 24/03/15 P2
7TASH 24/03/15 P1
7TASK 24/03/15 P3
7TASM 24/03/15 P3
7TASP 24/03/15 P1
7TASB 18/05/15 P2
7TASBr 18/05/15 P2
7TASH 18/05/15 P1
7TASK 18/05/15 P3
7TASM 18/05/15 P3
7TASP 18/05/15 P1
7TASB 18/05/15 P2
7TASBr 18/05/15 P2
7TASH 18/05/15 P1
7TASK 18/05/15 P3
7TASM 18/05/15 P3
7TASP 18/05/15 P1
7TASB 08/09/15 P2
7TASBr 08/09/15 P2
7TASH 08/09/15 P1
7TASK 08/09/15 P3
7TASM 08/09/15 P3
7TASP 08/09/15 P1
7TASB 03/11/15 P2
7TASBr 03/11/15 P2
7TASH 03/11/15 P1
7TASK 03/11/15 P3
7TASM 03/11/15 P3
7TASP 03/11/15 P1
7TASB 03/11/15 P2
7TASBr 03/11/15 P2
7TASH 03/11/15 P1
7TASK 03/11/15 P3
7TASM 03/11/15 P3
7TASP 03/11/15 P1
Task
Weight
Reporting
Outcome
Focus
15%
3
20%
1
15%
2
15%
1
15%
2
20%
3
Reporting Outcomes
Semester One
1.
Demonstrates proficiency in manipulating a variety of tools and equipment, in order to finish products to a quality appropriate
to the requirements of the Design Project.
2.
Records the design process of the project using written and graphical means.
3.
Student identifies the range of appropriate tools, equipment and technologies in the prescribed context area.
Semester Two
1.
Demonstrates proficiency in manipulating a variety of tools and equipment, in order to finish products to a quality appropriate
to the requirements of the Design Project.
2.
Records the design process of the project using written and graphical means.
3.
Student identifies the range of appropriate tools, equipment and technologies in the prescribed context area.
Course Outline
The areas of study covered in Year 7 Technology are:
• Built Environment – Architectural Design (Re-design My Room)
• Built Environment – Interior Design (Mugs, Mugs, Mugs)
• Products – Accessories Design (Where are my keys?)
These areas of study are split into 13-16 week units.
To reduce the strain on school resources, each class will be completing each area of study at different times. Your teacher will let you
know which area of study your doing and when you are doing it.
Staff are advised that any alterations to this schedule should be distributed to all students doing the course.