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What are HSC major works, and why do they matter?
Consideration of undertaking an HSC major work should be measured as they can be difficult if your child is not passionate about studying them. Find out more about what they are and why they matter.
Read moreHow many major works is too many
If your kid is particularly creative it can be easy to start stacking up major works quickly. Making sure you help your child make a considered decision will help stop them from overloading their study.
Read moreHow to study during year 12 Stuvac
Navigating your child's year 12 stuvac before they start their final exams can take some careful consideration. Check out these tips you should live by in these final few weeks.
Read moreHow to help your child in the weeks before their final exams
With final year 12 exams coming up soon here are some tips to help you support your children so they can keep going until exams begin
Read moreHow to balance studying for multiple subjects during year 11 prelims
It can be difficult for your kids to hold onto good strategies when they have to study for multiple exams during an exam block. Here are some tips to help them balance their study workload during a study block.
Read moreShould your child go to every university open day?
Choosing whether your kid should keep all their options open and find out everything about universities, or whether they should stick to the ones they are 100% sure of is difficult.
Read moreSupporting your child through their final year of school: finding a course and university
This guide empowers parents to help their child choose the right university and course. It covers 7 steps: self-assessment, research, career opportunities, finances, applications, campus visits, and fostering independence. Guide your child towards a successful future!
Read moreWhat happens when you don't get the ATAR you want?
A higher or lower than expected ATAR can throw your plans out of whack. Careers expert Helen Green offers tips and suggestions.
Read moreCareers guidance empowers students
There is no doubt that the pandemic has reinforced the importance of being adaptable and willing to pivot or learn new skills.
Read moreHow to help your kids build good study habits
An early introduction to time management and planning is a great way of giving your child the tools to be a planner in the future.
Read more4 Skills students need to be employable in the future
Students need to cultivate a broad and diverse set of skills that tend to be in high demand with employers.
Read moreRecognising our high achievers
As is Barker College’s custom, we were delighted to welcome back our Distinguished Achievers from the Class of 2020, recognising their outstanding results at a special school assembly on February 17.
Student Stories: How sports kept me sane in year 12
I’ve been involved in sports for as long as I can remember, and I would go as far to say that it defined my childhood.
Student Stories: Rebekah's experience with boarding life at PLC
Rebekah in Year 12 has embraced all that boarding life has to offer at Presbyterian Ladies’ College (PLC) as she prepares for her final year at the College.
Is mental health taken seriously in schools?
Mental health is a serious issue in Australian schools, and it shouldn't be ignored.