curriculum
Senior Schoolprospectus
Year 10, 11 & 12
Senior schooling provides a comprehensive learning program that is multi-faceted. The platform for future learning is in technology-based manufacturing for which our students require a new set of skills.
At Mount Compass Area School we are currently in the developmental phase for the implementation of significant investment in STEM. These technology-based innovations will be initiated over the next two years.
The school maintains its commitment to the Southern Adelaide and Fleurieu Secondary Schools Alliance with the delivery of Certificate III Agriculture at the school and the opportunity for students to also engage in our schools Agricultural program in Year 10 and SACE (Stage 1 and 2)
Our school has a history of excellent academic achievement by our senior students. Year 10 students complete their final year of the Australian Curriculum as well as having the opportunity to begin qualifications that can be used as part of a student’s SACE accreditation or an acknowledgement of skills toward an apprenticeship.
Year 10 students start their SACE curriculum with the development of a Personal Learning Plan (PLP) which develops a number of integrated learning initiatives including Duke of Edinburgh Award and the Operation Flinders expedition.
Year 11 students have the opportunity to volunteer their service in a Peer Support leadership program.
Years 11 and 12 student learning is guided by the SACE and provides both the traditional courses and/or a flexible curriculum allowing for part-time work and school-based apprenticeships and traineeships.
Students can choose from a range of subjects in the senior years: Agriculture, Art, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Community Studies, Essential and General English, Food and Hospitality, Technology, Mathematics (Essential, General, Methods and Specialist), Physical Education and VET.
The Senior School places high expectations on students as role models within our Reception to Year 12 community to promote excellence at every opportunity.
Relevant programs support students through their senior years of study. These include: time management, study skills and exploring post-secondary options.
Integrity, respect, kindness
We aim to develop students to be lifelong learners who are persistent in their learning, confident in their abilities, resilient to the challenges life brings to them and connected to the community and world around them.
AGRICULTURE
LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Our school is the Regional Focus School in Agriculture
Senior School
Student Leaders
Ruby, Year 10
What was the best part of being chosen as a Student Leader?
I liked knowing that the people around me think I have the qualities to be a leader and working with the younger students is cool too.
What do you love most about our school?
I love the student-teacher relationships at the school. They make it enjoyable to go to school and knowing I can talk to them about anything is really reassuring that they do really care.
What would you like to change in our school?
I would love to see more sports opportunities being opened up in our school. The amount of kids being active during break times, tells me a lot of people enjoy sports, so some more options and access to SAPSASA events would be good to see.
Ella, Year 11
What was the best part of being chosen as a Student Leader?
Being chosen as a student leader allows me to be a role model for the younger students and try to show them that getting older doesn’t mean it’s going to get harder.
What do you love most about our school?
What I love about our school is the opportunities that are available, even when we are a small school. Whether these be career opportunities or sports.
What would you like to change in our school?
I would have more sporting opportunities, allowing students to try out different sports and be involved in mixed school competitions.
George, Year 11
What was the best thing about being chosen as a Student Leader?
The best thing about becoming student leader was the thought knowing that both teachers and students trusted me to represent them as a leader. Being elected again this year means so much more because it showed that my leadership last year made a real impact to how my peers view me. I really value being someone the younger students can look up to and being that person that my peers can rely on.
What do you love most about our school?
The things I love most about Mount Compass Area School varies between the opportunities and pathways they offer, but what really stands out is the strong relationships between both students and teachers. We’re so lucky to have such an engaging group of teachers who are all willing to support us.
What would you like to change about our school?
I really enjoy everything at Mount Compass Area School and honestly wouldn’t change too much at all. One small addition I could add is the overall attitude of students to being at school.
Chelsea, School Captain
What is the best thing about being elected school captain?
The best thing about being elected for school captain is that it allows me to connect with students in the younger grades and be a part of the leadership team. It allows me to get out of my comfort zone with public speaking and having to organise things with people I have never met. I also get to do it with my best friend which makes it so exciting to see what we can achieve in the future together.
What do you love most about Mount Compass Area School?
I love everything about Mount Compass Area School, but my favourite aspect is the student to teacher relationships. We have the best bunch of teachers that are kind, understanding and supportive. They have made a massive impact on the schooling life of so many students.
What do you want to see in the school?
I want to see more of the community sports come into the school with lots of encouragement to bring students into the community sports. I also want to see students more aware of what wellbeing is and how it can be useful during school.
Ember, Year 10
What was the best part of being chosen as a Student Leader?
The best part was definitely feeling like the teachers and peers believe that I can make a positive change in our school.
What do you love most about our school?
I love that everyone is kind to each other, and full to the brim with good ideas. It feels like our school gets better and better by the day.
What would you like to change in our school?
I would like to give more academic opportunities to students. I would like there to be opportunities that encourage students to step out of their comfort zone and try something new.
Milly, Year 11
What was the best part of being chosen as a Student Leader?
The best part of being chosen as a student leader is having the chance to connect with the younger students and set an example for what can be achieved when you get to the older year levels. Being a student leader at Mount Compass is such a privilege, allowing me the opportunity to represent our school on site and out in the community.
What do you love most about our school?
I love the community our school has built together. Whether it be student to student or student to teacher, everyone’s relationships are really positive. Mount Compass gives the students the best chance to succeed in life and connect with the outside community. As a senior student, connecting with the junior students is such a privilege. Mount Compass allows all year levels to have a good relationship with one another, and to me that’s really special.
What would you like to change in our school?
Within our school community I would like to create more lunch time activities to help get the school community closer and help people find groups with the similar interests. This could be having a football game running every Friday lunchtime and a chilled-out activity inside.
Sienna, School Captain
What is the best thing about being elected school captain?
The greatest thing about being elected as school captain is the opportunities to represent my peers and make a positive change in our school community. I love that I get to be a role model for younger students and work more closely with teachers and leaders to make the school even better.
What do you love most about Mount Compass Area School?
The strong sense of community in our school is something I adore as everyone supports each other and celebrates each other’s achievements. The teachers encourage us to do our best and help us grow both academically and personally.
What do you want to see in the school?
I would like to see extra activities that bring the students together and more opportunities for student voice. My aim is for the students to feel comfortable sharing their ideas and help shape school decisions. This involves more focus on wellbeing and inclusivity so that every student feels valued and supported.
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