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This Student Information Booklet is designed to give you essential information about the College you

are attending in 2013.

If youre continuing from Year 11 into Year 12, you probably know much of the information in this

booklet already. However, some things change from year to year so I encourage you to read through

this booklet and make sure youre up-to-date with whats happening in and around your school.

If youre entering Year 11 in 2013, welcome. No doubt you will have a range of questions about

College life, what services are available and how you navigate your way around the campus.

This booklet is designed to provide you with the answers to as many of those questions as possible

and Im sure youll nd it full of useful information.

The Student Information Bookhas deliberately been designed to complement and build on theinformation provided in the Your Guide to Education and Training in Years 11 and 12.

Your Guideprovides general information about College including how to plan and prepare for College,the differences between vocational and tertiary education pathways, levies and enrolment processes

and delivery options. It also provides detailed information about courses, pre-requisites and learning

pathways.

As you prepare for College, I recommend that you become familiar with both Your Guide and theStudent Information Booklet.

College is an exciting step in your education. During Years 11 and 12 you will have an opportunity to

choose the subjects you wish you study. Some students already have a career in mind and know what

subjects they need to achieve that outcome. However, most students havent yet decided on a career

path and choose to study a diverse range of subjects. Either option is valid. Whats most important

is that you complete your studies and obtain a qualication, be that a school-based apprenticeship, aTasmanian Certicate of Education (TCE) or a vocational education qualication.

Once youve got a qualication the world opens up so many opportunities and life is always better

when you have choices.

I wish you well in your studies for 2013 and beyond.

Colin PettitSecretary

Newstead

Secretarys Foreword

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As a young adult, you will no doubt be thinking about your future plans and aspirations.

Years 11 and 12 are a very important part of your preparation for tertiary education

and/or entering the workforce as well as becoming a valued member of the community.

At Newstead College we pride ourselves on supporting you, by providing you with a

personalised program which caters for your learning style so you can achieve your goals oneither an academic or vocational pathway. When you read this guide you will see that we

provide you with many opportunities to excel and challenge yourself as well as offering you

a wide range of support programs to provide additional study assistance and counselling.

At Newstead College we very much value culture and community and offer a range

of additional opportunities to enable you to contribute to the College and the wider

community. You can build your resume through involvement in leadership opportunities,

volunteering, work placements and our Global Community Project. We enourage you

to work collaboratively with your teachers and fellow students, in a modern, supportive

environment, to achieve your very best.

Janet Sims

Principal

Newstead CollegeDepartment of Education 1

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With the end of your high school years in sight, it is time to survey the options on offer for your

future, and at Newstead College your future can be bright! Throughout your high school years, you

would have had access to the Personal Pathway program and spent time with your schools personal

pathway staff. Hopefully, this has helped you focus on possible careers and the way to achieve thesegoals. Of course, you would most likely have changed your mind throughout the course of high

school and there may still be doubt in your mind. There is no need to stress as there is plenty of

time to discuss, watch, listen and participate in a variety of programs to help with your transition to

year 11.

By now you would have had visits from Newstead transition staff and students to introduce

Newstead College to you. Of course, you will, hopefully, recognise that Newstead College is at the

forefront of secondary Education with its contemporary physical and open, colourful learning areas.

All this, combined with its expansive common room and cafeteria, makes it an exciting step in the

next stage of your life.

Throughout the rest of the year there will be further visits by staff and students as well as our

dedicated transition team who can provide a multitude of options and career advice for whatever

pathway you wish to pursue. There will be transition days in July where you will experience life

at the college and nd out more about the courses being offered, meet the staff and some of the

year 11s and participate in snapshots of some of the experiences you may have during your years

at Newstead. Then, it will be your chance to enrol. The enrolment teams will come to your high

school or if youre a student from outside the Tasmanian Education Department, evening sessions are

available. At these sessions we will aim to create a two year plan for you, but this is exible and can

be changed right up to commencing your year 11 studies.

You have the power to make your own choice of college in Tasmania. Take some time to readand reect on how Newstead College works and the fun, exciting activities that take place here tomake your years 11 and 12 more memorable. High school will hold special memories for you, but

it is now time to forget about the school uniform and the PA, and instead enjoy the Caff and a

cappuccino (except when you are supposed to be in class!) and choose subjects that interest and

challenge you, all in one of the most unique and rewarding places to studyNewstead College!!

What do you need to know Newstead?You and your friends will probably have a host of questions that have little to do

with study but more about how the college works, so here is your chance to get

a feel for the place so that you can make an educated choice

Welcome to all potential Newstead College students,

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Newstead College is located at 30 Cypress Street in

Newstead, surprisingly enough! The rst thing you

will notice after entering the college is how easyit is to nd what you are looking for! The

map presents the layout of the college.

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Newstead is one of theeasiest places to get around.The college is set out sowell - all the classroomsare easy to nd. If indoubt askeveryone, fromstudents to teachers toadministration staff, are soapproachable.

Jack, 16

Starting with the gymnasium,

music rooms and gallery which

are numbered between 1 and 19,

you keep moving down the college

past the college ofce, along what we

refer to as The Street. You will passby Photography, Languages, Media,

Electronics and English classrooms

which are rooms in the 20s and 30s.

Further down The Street you will

discover the Library, Learning Support,

Computing and Technology rooms - the

40s, 50s and 60s. Next up, The Caff,

Common Room, Staffroom, Art and

Hospitality, nishing with Maths,

Science, Business, Computing and

Flexible Learning - now youll be

hitting the 100s!

See - it is an easy and

leisurely walk from the

top to the bottom.

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One of the quickest and most efcient ways to nd out information about

the college is through our website. The website is updated regularly and

can provide you with a great insight into the people to contact and some

of the major events happening in the college

Newstead is an alive and exciting place to study and the websiteillustrates these features through great photos and articles.

www.academy.tas.edu.au

Assistant PrincipalsPeter Bird: 63323273

Sharon Woodberry: 63323280Paul Hudson: 63323245

Key Contacts

PrincipalJanet Sims

Ofce: 63323232Fax: 63323200

Email: [email protected]

Support ServicesCounsellors, Social Workers, Guidance Ofcers

Brendon Hextall, Neil Macpherson,

Phil Doyle, Helen Mason: 63323224

International StudentsPeter Bird: 63323273

Flexible LearningLinda Powell:63323235

AST - Senior StaffSimone Rigby, Helen Mason, Helen Walker, Scott Cunningham, Tom Viney, Linda Powell,

Russell Cooper, Helen Brown, Chris Sheedy, Michael Flanagan.

You will be assigned to a member of senior staff (AST or AP) who will keep an eye on things

like your attendance and generally look after your best interests. This will be a friendly face

you can contact if you need assistance or information.


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At the start of the day

Buses travel to Newstead College from all major areas in and around Launceston.Metro buses service the inner suburbs such as Kings Meadows, Prospect, Newnham,

Rocherlea, Mayeld, Riverside, Ravenswood, Waverley and St. Leonards.

Further aeld, if you live along the West Tamar (Legana, Exeter, Rosevears, Deviot

through to Beauty Point), the East Tamar (Dilston, Hillwood. Mt. Direction through to

George Town and Low Head), Hadspen, Evandale, Devon Hills, Perth and Longford to

mention a few, there are buses available. Some students even make the journey from

Scottsdale, Cressy, Campbell Town and Ross.

In some instances you may need to change buses in the city centre, but you will be

dropped at the front of the college in good time for the start of the rst class of

the day.

During the dayBuses regularly travel along Elphin Road to and from the city centre. However, it is

only a 15 minute stroll to town.

At the end of the dayBuses leave from the front of the college.

Up to date timetables for most of these bus services will be

available at the Course Conrmation days in February.

Free parking

Of course, once you get your Drivers License, you willprobably want to use our carpark free to all Newstead

College students.

Travel Arrangements

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The First Day

Yes, you will probably feel a waveof apprehension about starting at a

new school, meeting new people and

getting to know a new set of teachers.

However, rest assured everything will

be geared to making your transition

as easy as possible, if you follow these

steps:

There will be numerous noticeboardsaround the college with lists of all

students who have enrolled in the

college. Year 11s and new year 12

students will be there on the rst day,

so everyone will be in the same boat!

Find your name and a room number

then head to that class to meet your

Support Groupteacher. You will

receive your timetable and hear somenews about the day. You will then be

taken to a Year 11 Assembly to meet

the Principal, hear some great music

and information about college life.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Then, your introduction to yourteachers will begin! Staff will have

name tags, but remember that you

can call staff by their rst name to

signify that you have moved to an

adult learning environment and to

encourage you to engage in mature

teacher/student relationships. This

may feel somewhat weird at rst, but

youll quickly get used to it.

The college has no sirens and one of

your responsibilities is to manage your

own time and ensure that you are

on time to class. You will, hopefully,

have had your ID card photograph

taken on CourseConfrmationday,

and these can be collected from the

Library during your rst week. IDcards are important as they identify

you as a Newstead student and allow

you to borrow from the Library.

Understanding the timetable is an important way to understand the college.

8:50 -10:30

RECESS

10:55 - 12:30

12:35 -1:20Extension 9

LUNCH2:05 - 3:40

8:50 -10:30

RECESS

10:55 - 12:05

12:10 -1:20

LUNCH2:05 - 3:40

8:50 -10:30

RECESS

10:55 - 12:35

12:40 -1:20Support Group 7

LUNCH2:05 - 3:40

8:50 -10:30

RECESS

10:55 -12:05

12:10 -1:20

LUNCH2:05 - 3:40

8:50 -10:30

RECESS

10:55 - 12:05

12:10 -1:20

LUNCH2:05 - 3:40

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Newstead

How Many Subjects?Although the timetable allows you to take 6 subjects, full-time students usually do 4 or 5 each

year. As each subject is 150 hours, this means 600 750 hours of study. Each subject has 3

classes of about 1 hours each, during the week. On the timetable, this is shown by blocks

with the same colour.

Study LinesWhen you dont have a formal class, you are free to use your time in whatever way you need.

Sure wed like you to use much of this time to complete assignments, get help from staff and

do research on computers/in the Library. Thats why we have dedicated study support rooms

with staff available throughout the day to help you.

Support Group (Line 7)Your Support Group teacher is generally one ofthe teachers who teaches you. A major focus

of Support Group is helping you achieve your

post-Year 12 goals. This may involve things like

preparation for exams, improving your study skills

or helping you write an effective resume. We will

also make sure that you have all of the information

you need about University entry, scholarships and

life after college.

Extension time is an ideal time for me

to get help from my teachers as allstaff and students are free then. Myteachers encourage me to come forextra assistance, but any teacher in thecollege will happily help you.Chantel, 16

Support Group is a way to keep in

touch, get yourself work ready andkeep up to date with college news andevents. Use it or lose it!

Kate, 17VET Certicate CoursesVET courses that run on campus at Newstead are generally the equivalent of 1 or 2

subjects. This means that you can easily combine them with 2 or 3 other subjects.

VET courses delivered by the Polytechnic are generally 300 hours long. They are run

over two full days Tuesday and Thursday. To be full-time you need to add at least 2other subjects. It is possible to do 3 subjects in addition to these courses, but you

may need to be exible with your choices.

Extension Time(Line 9)During this block of time you will not have any classes. Neither will your teachers. This

means you can easily nd a teacher for help, to hand in some work, or just to discuss

something.

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You have enrolled, chosen your rst day clothes, met your Support Group teacher,

got your timetable, ID card and worked out a time to catch up with your friends in

The Caff and you are now ofcially a Newstead College student. OK, so whathappens next?

It is important for you to lead a balanced life so the college offers many extracurricular

activities to make your life at school so much more interesting! A little time socialising

in The Caff , or playing a game of table tennis is a good thing. And if you need to

leave the college during this time, thats OK too as long as you sign out in the Ofce.

There are plenty of lockers aroundthe college - just pay at the ofceand bring your own lock. You canshare with a friend if you want.

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Confused by the large number of options?

Our enrolment counsellors will help you

make appropriate selections, whatever

pathway you wish to pursue.

All of the level 3 (pre-tertiary) subjects

that you complete successfully will give

you a score, generally between 1 and

20. Your best 5 scores over two years

are counted to give you a TE score. You

must have at least three of those scores

from a year other than Year 11. Your

total TE score is then converted to an

ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions

Rank), which is used to gain entrance

to universities across Australia. TQAoversees the external examination

process and determines the scaled scores

for each subject, as well as calculating your

TE score and ATAR.

What is TQA?TQA (Tasmanian Qualications Authority)

is the organisation that accredits the pre-

tertiary subjects you will be studying. No

matter where you study a pre-tertiary subject

in Tasmania, it is the same subject and all

students sit the same exam.

Tasmanian Certicate

of Education (TCE)This is a qualication that tells employersand the community that you have completed

two years of full-time study after Year 10 and

have achieved certain minimum standards

in literacy, numeracy and ICT. You will

automatically gain the TCE if your course

contains subjects that allow you to gain the

necessary credit points and to demonstrate

the literacy, numeracy and ICT standards. You

must also complete the Personal PathwaysProgram. For more information on how you

can qualify for the TCE, check out the TQA

website:

www.tqa.tas.gov.au/1906The TCE does NOT qualify you for

University Entrance.

Qualifying for

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Vocational Education

and Training (VET)VET courses focus on providing you with

skills for the workplace. VET qualications

can assist you to enter the workforce or

serve as a pathway to further education.

If you are keen on nding employment and

enjoy engaging in learning that is practical

and hands-on, you may wish to study one

(or more) of the nationally recognised VET

certicates we offer such as Certicate II

in Hospitality or Certicate II in FurnitureMaking.

VET courses are offered at Newstead

College and you can access a number of

VET courses through the Polytechnic. All

students aged 15 19 need to enrol for

these courses through the College. You can

combine your VET course with some TQA

level 2 or 3 subjects to create a full courseand to help you achieve your intended

pathway. For instance, if you are interested

Going on work placements is really goodbecause it builds up your condence and

gives you experience in a business and allowsyou to see what they do there. It helps showyou that the work you do in your certicateclasses is relevant to the real world ofwork. Work placements can lead to greatopportunities for a future career.

Lucy, 18

in Child Care, you can undertake your

Certicate II course at Newstead and

combine it with some TQA subjects

such as Maths Applied 2 and Visual Art2. Alternatively, you may study your TCE

subjects at Newstead and your Certicate

course may be offered by the Polytechnic

at Alanvale for two days of the week. A

free bus is provided on Tuesdays and

Thursdays from Newstead College which

transports you to and from Alanvale in

the morning and afternoon.

I enjoy the practical learning that isinvolved in the Certicate II in CommunityServices Childrens Services, such asrunning our own playgroup. I like thevisits we make to Childcare Centres as wecan see how they all operate differently. Icertainly learn a lot. The course enablesme to nd out if this is what I want to do

in the future for a career.

Tegan, 17


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RespectNewstead College prides itself on thebehaviour of its students at the College

and in public. It is important that no

offensive clothing is worn, that you mind

your language and show respect for all

who you encounter. In particular, you

must respect the rights of others to learn.

AttendanceIt is your responsibility to attend all your

classes. SMS text messages will be sent

to your parents following an unexplained

absence. Parents can contact the ofce

to explain your attendance. Attendance

data will be sent to parents frequently

and your Support Group teacher, AST or

Assistant Principal will make contact withyou or your parents to discuss continued

unexplained absences.

PunctualityBeing on time to class is important atNewstead College. Lateness is not

tolerated and this will be reected in

your report.

HomeworkYou will have homework! Assignments

are one way that you can display your

understanding of class work. Each subject

will have different expectations and

requirements with regard to homework.

Of course, homework doesnt have to

be all done at home make good use of

your study lines and the help available

from staff.

Yes, college life will give you more freedom than high school as you can call teachers

by their rst names, wear casual clothes, drive your car to school and leave the college

during the day, but with these privileges come your responsibilities

At times it may seem liketeachers are on your case aboutattendance and doing your best,but one of the strongest features

of Newstead is that the teachersreally do care about your future.

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EAL (English as an Additional Language) StudentsThis program provides additional support to improve the educational opportunities and

outcomes for students who are newly arrived in Australia. The EAL Program provides

teacher support according to the needs of the students and offers support in a range of

classes for students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Students on the

Program in 2012 are from Nepal, Bhutan, Burma, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Papua New Guinea.

I am happy to have come here because the teachers are lovely and I like having the opportunity to be ableto study. I think the subjects are good and I like playing table tennis at lunch time in the Gym or the Caff.

Kadiatu, 18

Newstead College prides itself on being a vibrant, dynamic and multicultural community as we

draw students from across the state and around the world.

International StudentsStudents from France, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Korea, Japan, China, Sweden to name afew have all been part of the Newstead community.

If you are an International Student, you will love the program we offer at Newstead College.

We provide high quality learning experiences in a welcoming, safe, supportive, warm and

friendly environment. You can improve your English language skills whilst you focus on your

academic pathway. You will also be able to enjoy the social and cultural life offered here at

Newstead College and in Tasmania.

We like the friendly atmosphere of the College,particularly The Caff .We appreciate the extra activities organisedfor us such as the Christmas in July dinner andAussie Mate, and being able to learn Englishin a smaller class. Its great that we are able

to get help from teachers if we have problemswith understanding class work.

Jay and Seo, Korea


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And Theres More You are able to participate in a variety of courses and activities which will help youimprove your learning and prepare you for study at university.

The UCANDO Program aims to improve your study habits and exam techniques.

By enrolling in a UTAS College Program, you can gain credit in university units.

A timetable of staff available in each study room is published on the daily information

sheet and is displayed on the door of each of the rooms. Additional study help is

available for examination revision.

Debating.

Lions Youth of the Year.

FUSE- journalistic writing with The Examiner.

National-based competitions such as science, maths,

music and drama competitions.

NIDA @ Newstead - Acting workshops are held oncampus during term holidays.


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Celebrating 15 years as a college on the

Newstead site in 2011, the college boasts one

of the most impressive layouts and facilities

of any college in the state. As Newstead was

custom built as a college its design is conducive

to ease of access, warm inviting learning spaces

and a myriad of modern facilities.

The Newstead Student Residence is a good placeto live because it is a safe and healthy environmentwith friendly people and clean surroundings. Thebest thing is that you dont have to travel for manyhours a week to and from school. Living in yourown at with free power and internet as well asfriends, if they also choose to live there, is a goodopportunity to be self-reliant, as you are able tocater for yourself.

Shelby, 17

The ResidenceLiving in the Newstead Student Residence

is great for rural or isolated students who

wish to stay close to the collegevery

close in fact!

Information about The Residence is

available from Assistant Principal, Paul

Hudson, or from the college ofce.

Weights Gym Music Recording Studio

Facilities


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Coffee Shop - Caf CypressWhere else can you buy fabulous coffee and cake for $3.50? At Caf Cypress you can! Run

by the Hospitality students, scrumptious cakes and coffee are available at recess. Sit back

with your friends and enjoy a hot chocolate and carrot cake during your day at college.

Caf Cypress also creates gourmet lunches at a budget price from Hospitality students.

Restaurant evenings also occur throughout the year where you can book in with

family and friends to enjoy three course meals.

The Caff

You can get food from TheCaffthroughout the day, from

early in the morning not just

at recess and lunchtime. From

salad rolls and toasted sandwiches,

through to hot chips and burgers.

There are different specials each

day lovingly prepared by chef

Danette and her friendly staff.

Caf Cypress is a fantastic avenue for students to learn practical hospitality skills working in a cafenvironment. It is a real life experience. We show off our barista skills and offer friendly service to staff

and students who frequent the caf. These skills will assist me when I pursue a career in the hospitalityindustry or any customer service based industries.

James, 17

At high school we didnt have a student common area

we had to sit outside in Launcestons ever changingweather, so I really appreciate the warmth, open spaces,the couches for relaxing and mixing with friends, music,SRC activities and the fact that you can get hot foodanytime of the day! The Caff , as we call it, is the hub ofstudent life at Newstead and we are very lucky to have aspace to call our own at the college.

Nick, 17

Bring your ownA microwave is available for you toheat up some noodles, or that yummy

curry from last night! Situated in the

The Caff it is for use all day.


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We welcome input and feedback from your parents and guardians and there are many

ways they can be involved in college life. They may be interested in simply reading about

Newstead through the newsletter or website or may even like to take a more activerole and become a member of the College Association.

Celebrating AchievementParents are always welcome at Award Evenings and other social gatherings such as

performances and fundraising activities.

ReportingWritten reports, showing your progress in each subject, are sent to parents twice a year.

Parent Teacher EveningsAt least twice a year, your parents will be able to make formal meeting times with your

teachers to discuss your progress. Of course, staff are always available to discuss any

issues with your parents at a time convenient to both.

AttendanceYour parents will be alerted to any unexplained absences via text message. Attendance

printouts are mailed home on a regular basis.

College AssociationIf your parents wish to have a voice in school life, then a role on the College Association

could be for them. The Association works in close conjunction with the Principal, Janet

Sims, and staff to look at developing the colleges environment and reect on education

issues. Members of the Association full an important role in promoting the college inour wider community.

College Communication


Newstead

NewsletterProduced by students and staff in the

Publications Team at Newstead, the

College Newsletter is mailed home at

least three times a year. It celebrates

student and college achievements, and

highlights upcoming events. It can also

be viewed on our college website.www.academy.tas.edu.au/newstead/

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Assessment and Reporting

have not experienced formal exams, we

provide a full dress rehearsal in the

middle of the year. You will have a different

timetable during that time, enabling you to

study for and undertake exams for all your

level 3 subjects, as well as those foundation

or preparatory level 2 subjects that lead

onto level 3 study. If you are studying a

Certicate course, this time provides an

ideal opportunity for you to undertake a

workplacement without interfering withyour other subjects. We will reschedule

any exams to make this possible.

Assessment in

Certicate CoursesIn VET Certicate courses you are

assessed on competencies. These are

generally skills that you have gained like

working safely or operating a cash

register. Once you have demonstrated

one of these skills and been assessed

as competent you do not need to be

assessed on that skill again. To obtain a

Certicate 1 or 2 qualication you need

to be deemed competent on a particular

range of skills.

ReportingWe provide two written reports during

the year. Each report will show your

progress on the various criteria that

make up each TCE subject, or on the

competencies found in VET courses.

Written comments will highlight yourstrengths and identify areas you need to

work on.

Assessing your work

If the words test, exam andassessment send shivers down your spine

you are not alone! However, assessment is

an important part of the learning process.

It provides you with feedback about what

things you are good at, where you need to

improve, and importantly, gives you ideas

about how to improve. In each of your

subjects you will be assessed regularly

throughout the year. This may take theform of a short multiple-choice test, or

being observed while you perform a task

like beating eggs. It may be an assessment

of your music performance, or an in-class

essay that you were given time to prepare

beforehand. You may be assessed on

assignments and research you complete

in your own time, or a practical exercise

you complete in class. The point is assessment will take many forms not

just tests. And assessment will occur

continuously throughout the year, meaning

there will be lots of opportunities for you

to improve. If you muck up the rst time

round, there is sure to be another chance!

The assessments you gain throughout the

year are called internal assessments. For

Level 1 and 2 TCE subjects, these combine

to give you an award for the subject.

Mid-Year Exam PeriodFor Level 3 (pre-tertiary) subjects, your

nal award is decided by a combination

of internal assessments and an external

assessment usually in the form of an

exam that takes place at the end of the

year. Because we know that many of you


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UMAT (UndergraduateMedical Admissions Test)If you need to sit the UMAT to qualify forentrance to a tertiary course, experienced

teachers will provide support and resources

to help you prepare.

Careers Room Support,Information, Guidance.The Careers Room is open each lunch

time with counsellors available every day toprovide assistance and information.

As well as providing state of the art facilities and an extensive array of extracurricular activities,

the college will also challenge and inspire you in a range of academic pursuits by providing

support and extension in academic arenas.

During my nal year at college, I came to the realisation that I had to choose what I was going to do in thefuture. After a lot of research, I stumbled upon Speech Pathology which I found to be a career that seemedvery interesting. I decided to visit the Careers Room for some advice. After having just one short discussionwith Helen, the next day she had already made a list of possible universities for me to study at and had also

made phone calls to local Speech Pathologists in order to organise work experience. With the help of theCareer Advisors, I was able to undertake work experience in two different elds of Speech Pathology.

Bronte, 18

Study Support really helped me through the UMATprocess by equipping me with the materials topractise and hone my skills, and knowledge to sitthe exam with condence.

Emily, 18

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The study support rooms are a fantasticplace to study as there are always peopleto help and answer your questions. I spend99% of my free time in the study room,where teachers are rostered on to assistwhenever that Maths problem or Englishessay arises. It is a great place for inspiration!

Ashlee, 17

Computer AccessAll computer labs are available for you

to use in your study periods and breaks.During these times the machines can be

used for leisure or school related studies.

In some classes, you will be issued with

Netbooks for an extended period for your

use at home and college.

Many new projects are underway which will

enhance our computing hardware and bring

the college up to a 1:1 ratio of computers

to students. On top of this, the entirenetwork is being revamped to provide the

most reliable infrastructure.

Study SupportAt Newstead College, we give you the extra

support that you may need to make the most

of your learning opportunities and full your

academic goals. As well as offering a varied

curriculum, you can take advantage of the

Study Support Program and work in private

study rooms where you will nd a quiet,

relaxed atmosphere with access to resources

such as the Internet.

The Study Support Program provides help

with assignments, class work or revision on

a regular basis or for an extended period of

time.

Literacy SupportLexia Online Learning assists with building

skills in spelling, writing and reading at all levelsof academic study. This program can offer you

a broad range of interactive activities (basic to

advanced) which enables readers of all

levels to improve their skills.


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Flexible LearningIf you cannot come to college for a

variety of reasons, such as living in an

isolated area, then Flexible Learning couldbe for you. You study at home under

the guidance of staff and work at your

own pace. Students have successfully

completed pre-tertiary subjects through

Flexible Learning and have also completed

their TCE.

Flexible Learning has been enormouslybenecial to me, as I live quite a distancefrom the city and travelling to college wasimpractical. At rst I was concerned that Iwould not have as much contact with myteachers as students on-campus, but the levelof support has been great. My experiencehas been rewarding as I have learnt new skillsand built upon others. Overall the challengehas been very worthwhile.

Ellyn, 17

Learning Support and Programsfor Students with DisabilitiesNewstead College has a strong commitment to equity and the provision of inclusive

education for all students. Students with disabilities have the opportunity to study any subject

suited to their interests, goals and abilities. We also provide the following subjects designed to

support students with disabilities or additional needs; Personal Wellbeing, Preparing for Work

and Everyday Maths and English. These subjects are not compulsory but they are available

if students and their families believe they will be of benet. The College also provides a

supported work placement program to assist transition to employment and adult life.

Ive been in the Learning Support area for two yearsand have met new people and made many goodfriends. Ive had fantastic teachers and aides andbeen on exciting excursions and camps.

Eliza 17


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Global Community Project - CambodiaGet involved in the trip of a lifetime by taking part in the Colleges Global CommunityProject in Cambodia. For several years now, Newstead College students have actively

improved the lives of impoverished Cambodians by building houses and making donations.

To date, we have built over thirty houses for

poor, rural Cambodian families and contributed

much needed items (including a chook yard!) to

the Savong School and Orphanage. You will get

to visit awe inspiring sights such as Angkor Wat,

the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda. Throughfundraising, you will be able to better the lives

of our global neighbours and through travelling

to Cambodia, you will learn so much about the

warm, friendly, resilient Cambodians, many of

whom have survived great hardships such as war.

If you want to experience another culture, enjoy

fundraising and love adventure, then this is an

amazing opportunity for you a life changing

experience you will never forget!

The Cambodia trip was amazing. It wasgreat to form relationships with those involvedin the Project as we raised funds during the

year. A ride in a Tuk-Tuk was so much funand exhilarating. Seeing the poor lifestyle ofmany of the Cambodians really opened myeyes. It was good to see our fundraising madesuch a difference to the villagers who receivednew houses and the children in the Savongorphanage and school were a delight to meetand help. The people were all so friendly andkind. The trip made me realise how lucky andfortunate we are.

Emily, 18

College Specifc Programs


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Apart from your academic pursuits, Newstead College will add to your understanding and

appreciation of the world by providing many cultural experiences that may lead you to the

Princess Theatre, to Melbourne, Cambodia or even Greece!

As a member of this theatre company

you can be an actor, singer, band

member, audio technician, costume

designer or stage manager. Production

takes up one of your lines and by

enrolling in the UTAS College Program

you may receive credit for someUniversity units.

By the time the production hits the

stage, you will have completed well

in excess of the normal 150 hours

of work involved in a college subject.

Therefore, when the production is over

you have the option to get involved in

some other performing arts projects or

you can devote the time to your other

subjects - especially important if you

are studying pre-tertiary courses.

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By participating in two college productions in 2010 and 2011, I was ableto develop my performance skills and experience different aspects of the

Newstead community. We started as strangers but left as friends due tothe inclusive and encouraging environment. Sharing the stage buzz withothers is a unique feeling that binds everyone together. The enthusiasmof the entire production team ultimately enables Newstead to present itsproductions with high energy and commitment that is second to none.

Ava, 18

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Interested in a sporting life?

Missing high school PE? Dont

despair, as Newstead College

offers a wide variety of sporting

endeavours that will help to

keep you t and entertained.

You could spend time outside

the classroom and be involved in

kayaking, day walks and overnight

trips in the bush, climbing walls

and cliffs, speeding downhill on

mountain bikes, nding hidden

treasure, cooking gourmet mealsand running down cliffs on a

rope. You could get out there

and get amongst it!

You could join the futsal team and play games at the CollegeChampionships in Hobart and you can test your skills in the annualtable tennis competition. So go ahead, take a group and be a leader.

Wade, 18

Outdoor Ed will push you out of yourcomfort zone but its a lot of fun.Camping, walking, rock climbing and

adventure are all part of the game.

Steph, 17

GymKeep in mind the Gym and weight area are available

for you to use during lunchtime. Periodically, team

competitions are run in the Gym for example

basketball, futsal, badminton and table tennis.

Furthermore, you can join the College basketball teams,

which compete in statewide competitions.

Outdoor FacilitiesThere are tennis courts for use during the day and plenty

of space on the oval if you want to kick a footy around.

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Our NeighbourhoodNewstead College is situated in a

residential area, so if you need to leave

the college during the day, when youdo not have a timetabled class, you

can organise to be picked up outside

the college. However, loitering of

any nature on Cypress Street is not

permitted. You need to be aware of

your noise level and avoid trespass

when walking to and from the college.

And yes, you can take advantage of allthese extracurricular activities, or you

can just hang out with your friends in

the common room, the outside tables,

quadrangle or listen to the many solo

performers that play in The Caff.

Breakfast ClubIn a rush to get to College? Forget to eat

breakfast? Each morning in The Caff there

is toast, milo and various breakfast foods freeto all students. So get your day off to a great

start with a hearty breakfast.

Getting ActiveWant to keep t? No worries - the Gym is

open during lunchtime. Sports such as Futsal,

table tennis, weight lifting and basketball are

some of the activities available for you to playwith friends.

Gaming at LunchtimeIn the computer labs, get a group together to

compete in games of the computer kind. An

assortment of games and social networking

sites are made available for you to use during

recess and lunch times and provide a great wayfor you to relax and break up the day, possibly

meeting others with similar interests.

SmokingSome students ask if you can smoke once you

get to collegethat may be your choice but

there is absolutely no smoking on Education

Department property for all staff and students.

MusicIf you like music but dont have room in your

timetable to take it as a subject, consider

joining one of the lunchtime groups. Jazz

ensemble, soul band, production band and rock

bands are all available to help you unleash your

inner Jimmy Hendrix or Bernard Fanning!

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The Religion and Philosophy class, along with theAncient Civilizations classes went to Melbourne.They spent four days, and three nights there, and

got the opportunity to experience a whole host of

activities. Among these were a trip to a Buddhisttemple, a Mosque, St Pauls cathedral and the Churchof Scientology, as well as the Tutankhamen exhibition.But it wasnt all cerebral, they also got to see thecabaret show Draculas, and to see the lming of atelevision show. All in all it was a very positive andenjoyable experience.

Nicholas, 17

And Theres More Rock Series, Rock Challenge,

Battle of the Bands

Rock Music Summer School

Jazz Group

Soul Band

Photography and Media ExhibitionsArt exhibitions in the Gallery

World Vision Conference

Mainland TripsSome of the subjects you study may

include the opportunity to travel to the

mainland. A trip that includes a visit to

NIDA provides invaluable insight for those

aspiring for a career in performing arts.

Checking out the latest travelling exhibits

for example Mesoptamia Exhibition,

Terracotta Warriors, Salvador Dalis

paintings will provide you with cultural

experiences that will enhance your

learning.

International TripsIn 2012 a trip to Cambodia is currently

underway and in 2013 a proposed

overseas trip to Europe will enable

students to develop an appreciation of the

world. These trips are conducted on a

regular basis, and are generally open to all

students.

Goethe InstitutAt Newstead you have the opportunity to

study the German language. The college

has a strong relationship with the Goethe

Institut, and to date three of our students

have been awarded scholarships to study

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Levies, Textbooks

and StationeryAs a full-time student, your annual levyis around $300. Part-time students pay

according to the number of hours they

are enrolled. Textbooks, stationery and

other fees for specic subject costs

are in addition to this and will vary

according to the subjects you select.

You will be sent a draft copy of your

booklist, itemising these costs, prior tothe Course Conrmation days in early

February. You can organise exible

payment options for these costs by

contacting the college ofce.

Student Assistance

Scheme (STAS)This provides assistance towardsthe cost of levies to low income

families with full-time students from

kindergarten to Year 12.

Youth AllowanceIf you are over 16 and studying full-

time, you may be eligible for a YouthAllowance. The allowance is based on

a family means-test, and is usually paid

to your parent/guardian until you turn

18. A special Away from Home rate

is paid to students who are obliged to

live away from home to attend college.

Accommodation

AllowancesIf you must live away from home inorder to attend college, there are a

number of additional allowances you

may be eligible for. Many of these

are not income-tested. They include

Assistance for Isolated Children

(AIC) and Student Accommodation

Allowance (SAA).

Attendance Rules for

AllowancesYou are only eligible to continue

receiving these allowances if your

attendance is full-time. Unexplained

absences beyond a certain threshold

will incur penalties and if the absencescontinue, loss of entitlement and

demands for repayment occur.

For more information on allowances:

phone: 1800 816 057email: [email protected]: www.education.tas.gov.au/

school/parents/costs/assistance

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Being a part of the Student Representative

Council is a great leadership opportunity. Ithas allowed me to gain and build upon myskills and work with staff and students fromall areas of the college. As a member ofthe SRC I am involved in events, fundraisersand assemblies which add to the collegecommunity, a community where everyone can

get involved and make a contribution.

Olivia, 17

S.R.C.At Newstead College, students havetheir say!! You can be an integral part

of student government by participating

in the Colleges SRC (Student

Representative Council). Each Support

Group has one or two representatives

and there is also an Executive which

are elected from the general SRC.

The SRC is active in representing

your interests and gets involved in

organising activities and fundraisers

for charity and the college Ball!! Yes,

we have a Ball which is your chance to

dress up and celebrate the year with

your friends and teachers.

Why participate?College leadership will help you to buildfriendships, self-esteem, condence and

high level communication skills. It will

also provide you with a great sense of

achievement and all round personal

development.

LeadershipBeyond The CollegeOur students have represented the

college at state and interstate

forums, including:

Rotary Youth Adventure Program

Constitutional Schools Convention

Rostrum Voice of Youth

Parliamentary Shield

Whether you are planning a pathway to further tertiary

education or see yourself entering the workforce in a year or two,Newstead College is a great choice.


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