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CHELTENHAM SECONDARY COLLEGE
YEAR 10
2015
Senior School Team:
Senior School Manager:
Ms Fiona de Zylva
Year 11 Co-ordinators:
Marina Bassi
Brett Younger
Year 10 Coordinators:
Noall Beddoes
Marian O’Shaughnessy
Year 9 Coordinators:
Kathi Anderson
Katherine Balson
Careers & Pathways Leader:
Lexia Knight
Bernard Street, Cheltenham, Victoria, 3192
Telephone: 9555 5955
Facsimile: 9555 8617
Email : [email protected]
Web: www.cheltsec.vic.edu.au
Senior School Student
Commitments
Our College Values Are:
PERSONAL BEST
SENSE OF COMMUNITY
RESPECT
RESPONSIBILITY
As Senior School students we expect you to demonstrate these values as
you go about your everyday business at the College.
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Strive to achieve your personal best in all classes, all work, exams and extra curriculum
programs that you are involved in.
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To complete all coursework, school assessed tasks, SACs and Examinations on time
and to the best of your ability.
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Spend at least the recommended time on homework:, Year 10, 1-2 hours per day, and
VCE two hours per day for Level 1&2 subjects and three hours per day for level 3&4
subjects.
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Spend no more than 15 hours per week on employment in Years 9 and 10 and no more
than 10 hours in VCE.
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Independently find a work experience placement in Year 10 and Year 11 if necessary
because that aids in the discovery of a possible career interest pathway.
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Follow the College rules with good grace.
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Treat our College’s teachers and all other class members with respect.
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Attend all classes unless ill or for an approved reason.
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Represent the College in a positive way when participating in extracurricular activities
YEAR 10 COURSE SELECTIONS FOR 2014/15
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COURSE SELECTION
The Year 10 Course for consists of a combination of Core (English, Maths, Science, Commerce, PE and one unit
of Humanities(choice of Geography or History) and Elective subjects. Students will complete an application
form containing up to nine elective requests in preference order, and submit their applications and pay any
associated costs. They will then be allocated four elective subjects according to preference order and the
availability of subjects on the timetable when it is constructed.
As part of the elective choice, students may apply to “accelerate” their studies by completing a VCE or VET
subject. Students who are performing above expected level (achieving B+ Average) in their Year 9 studies are
strongly encouraged to do this. More information on how to apply to accelerate, and the benefits of
acceleration are available in this booklet.
In selecting a course of study students should consider:
1. Subjects the student enjoys.
2. Subjects in which the student achieves success.
3. Subjects in that they may need for future study or work.
4. Subjects that maintain and develop the students’ special skills and talents.
5. Subjects that give them a balanced course
VCE unit descriptions are available in the Senior School Pathways Information CD found in your course
selection package or on the Cheltenham Secondary College website. This information should be read carefully
with parents and carers, with extra consideration given to “high cost electives”.
Once you have completed your selections:
 If you are applying to accelerate into a VCE or VET, the Acceleration Application form MUST in
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completed by Monday, August, 18 2014
 Your Course Selection Sheet must be submitted to the Year 9 Office no later than
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Thursday, August 21 2014. Late submission of your Course Selection Sheet may result in your
selections being given a lower priority.
 Keep a copy of these forms for you own reference.
Please note that subjects will operate according to teacher availability and student demand, and student
must be available for Final Course Counselling and Course Confirmation prior to roll over.
YEAR 10 COURSE STRUCTURE
The Year 10 Students study 12 units across two semesters (6 per semester). Some subjects are two units long, and
others are for one semester. Similarly, some subjects are compulsory, or “core” and other units are electives.
The structure allows Year 10 students to select a personalised course of study that caters to their interests, abilities
and future pathways.
Core Subjects
Every Year 10 student studies:
 A Core English subject (2 units)
 A Core Maths subject (2 units)
 Core Commerce (1 unit)
 Core Science (1 unit)
 A Core Humanities subject (1 unit)
 Core Physical Education (1 unit)
= Total of Core subject allotment of 8 units
Elective Subjects
Each Year 10 also chooses four elective units. Some electives are worth two units (e.g.
Acceleration VCE or VET subjects, and Italiano) but most are worth one unit. Here are
some different ways students could make up their elective subjects:
Student A
History (1 unit)
Studio Art 2D (1 unit)
Wood A (1 unit)
Science B (1 unit)
= 4 units
Student B
LOTE: Italiano (2
units)
Student C
VCE Psychology
(Acceleration, 2 units
Food Tech B (1 Unit)
Science C (1 unit)
4 units
Student D
Physical Fitness (1
unit)
Science B (1 unit)
LOTE: Italiano (2 units) VET Automotive
(Accel, 2 units)
4 units
4 units
= Total Elective subject allotment of 4 units
Here is another way of thinking about Year 10:
Semester
1
Semester
2
English
subject
Unit 1
English
subject
Unit 2
Maths
subject
Unit 1
Maths
subject
Unit 2
Core
Science
1 Unit
Core Phys.
Education
1 Unit
Geography
OR
History
Commerce
1 Unit
Elective 1
Elective 3
Elective 2
Elective 4
ACCELERATION
This term refers to students in one particular year level studying units from the year level
above. At Cheltenham we encourage Year 9 students who have been achieving about the
expected standard (or getting a B+ average) to include a VCE or VET subject as part of their
course for Year 10. Acceleration offers the student a number of advantages:
1. Students get a ‘taste’ of what is involved in studying a VCE or VET unit and are therefore
better prepared for VCE in the following year. This is an excellent way of creating an
easier ‘transition’ into their VCE studies.
2. Students are able to broaden and extend their range of studies when they are in Year 11
and 12 as they have already completed one subject.
Our Senior School Timetable is constructed in a way that allows Year 10 students to choose any
Year 11 subject (with the exception of Maths, Chemistry and Physics). Year 9 students are
encouraged to investigate Cheltenham’s VCE offerings by reading the subject descriptors on the
current Senior School Pathways Handbook CD, discussing subjects with their current teachers
and approaching teachers who are teaching their desired VCE or VET subject. Choice of subject
should not be based on the scaling of the subject but on student interest and whether they feel
they could achieve well in the subject. ALL application forms will be available on the school
website
It is important to understand that the opportunity to accelerate is dependent on the student
meeting the College’s Criteria for Acceleration. All applications to accelerate will be assessed
by the Middle and Senior School Leaders alongside Year Level Coordinators. This process
ensures that we give students the best opportunity for success.
VET PROGRAM CONDITIONS
Please note the following conditions apply if you are undertaking a VET in School program in
2015:
1. We strongly encourage student wishing to do a VET program to investigate the course they wish
to do thoroughly prior to enrolment. Students need to find out exactly what travel time and work
commitments are and the length of the course (number of years). They will be expected to find
their own means of transport to and from the various locations where the VET program will be
held. Students are encouraged to find out exactly what costs are associated with this course. It is
expected that full payment will be made by the due date. It is not possible to withdraw from the
VET course of study after February without having to meet the full financial commitments of the
course.
2. Students are expected to attend all scheduled VET classes. It is vital that students in the Senior
School undertaking a VET program attend regularly and punctually. If the student is unable to
attend then it would be expected that they will call Cheltenham Secondary College by 8.45am on
9555 5955 and also the TAFE provider to let them know of their absence. For regular nonattendance, students will be asked to produce a medical certificate to the year level coordinators
when they return to school.
3. Student will be expected to complete all set coursework and assessment for the program they
are undertaking.
4. Students will be expected to behave in a manner that is in keeping with the Cheltenham
Secondary College values. As Senior School students we would expect their conduct and
behaviour to reflect the College values of Respect, Responsibility, Personal Best and a Sense of
Community. Senior School students need to understand that they will be representing our
College when they are at other educational settings and they will be expected to demonstrate
maturity at all times.
5. Students who choose to undertake a VET subject will need to be aware that they should not
compromise their achievement in mainstream Year 10 or VCE subjects. In order to achieve
success in the year level they are currently enrolled in students must keep up with the work they
may miss when they are out of the school. It will be the students’ responsibility to find out what
work they missed and seek the support of the teacher to complete set work. This will require
regular communication with their subject teachers to ensure that they are up to date with their
work.
6. Please note that students in Year 10 will NOT have study periods in 2015. Year 11 and 12 students
will have study periods. No students are permitted to leave the school grounds during their
study periods. Students will be expected to be in the College library or the Senior School Study
area.
7. If students are in breach of any of the rules associated with VET in schools programs, the Senior
School Year Level coordinators, the Senior School Manager, the Careers and Pathways leader, an
Assistant Principal and parents will meet to review the student’s enrolment in the selected
course.
We encourage students to keep a focus on their studies and spread their time equally
amongst all the subjects that they have to chosen to do in 2015/ 2016.
PROCESS FOR ACCELERATION
Student’s Must:
1. Complete the application form fully including a parent/guardian signature.
2. Have the endorsement of the KLA Leader responsible for the unit (part of the
application form)
The Middle and Senior School Sub-School Co-ordinators/Managers/Leaders will assess the
student’s:
1. School reports and academic progress (students are generally expected to be working
above the expected standard at a B+ average)
2. Work ethic (classwork and homework)
3. Organisational and time management skills
4. Attendance records
Finally, the Middle and Senior School Leaders will consider whether participating in the
acceleration subject will put their chance of success in Year 10 at risk.
Students who are choosing to accelerate must understand that acceleration is subject to the
availability of a subject, and that students in Year 11 will be given first priority (over Year 10s)
NB
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The offer of a place is dependent on availability of the subject.
Students may only study one acceleration (VCE or VET) subject per year.
The acceleration program is structured to ensure students DO NOT miss core subjects.
Students who are accepted into the program will have their progress checked at regular
intervals. Students must maintain satisfactory progress in all units in order to continue with the
acceleration program.
If students are successful in completing their Unit 1 & 2 acceleration subject, they may be
invited to complete Unit 3 & 4 in Year 11. This allows students to finish VCE with six, rather than
the usual five subjects. This can give access to a wider range of tertiary options and improve
Australian Tertiary Admissions Ranks (ATAR)
The application form will be available on our College website – www.cheltsec,vic.edu.au
VCE SUBJECTS OFFERED IN 2015
See Senior School Pathways Handbook 2015/2016 for more details on each
subject
VCE Arts and Humanities
VCE Maths, Science and
Technology
THE ARTS
Drama
Music Performance
Media
Studio Arts
Visual Communication
BUSINESS
Accounting
Business Management
Economics
Legal Studies
HUMANITIES
Geography
History
Health and Human Development
Italian
Literature
Outdoor and Environmental
Studies
Physical Education
MATHEMATICS
Foundation Maths
General Maths
Mathematical Methods
Specialist Maths (General Maths
Extensions)
Please check the Maths
pathways document.
SCIENCE
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Psychology
TECHNOLOGY
Information Technology
Design & Technology (Wood)
Food & Technology
VET PROGRAMS OFFERED
AT CSC
Certificate II Automotive
Certificate II Engineering Studies
Certificate II Sport & Recreation
Certificate II in Furnishing (new
in 2015)
CHOOSING YOUR SUBJECTS
It is important to consider a range of different questions when choosing your subjects.
Look at the follow list of “things to consider”. Have you thought about these things when
filling in your course selections form? The counselling panel may ask you questions about
some of these issues so please stop for a minute and think carefully about your answers.
You may want to write some answers in the spaces provided.
Things to consider
Student notes
Counselling Panel
Comments
Subjects I enjoy
Areas I excel in
Subjects I might need for
further study (VCE, TAFE,
apprenticeship) or
employment
Areas in which I need to
develop further
Attendance
Work Habits
Others
Important
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Students must be available for Final Course Counselling and Course Confirmation
during the roll over to 2014 classes in November/December 2014
Students and parents are advised to keep a copy of this form for their own
references
DUE DATE: Thursday, August 21st 2014
WHERE: YEAR 9 OFFICE
CHELTENHAM ACCELERATION PROGRAM
APPLICATION FORM (VCE)
Step 1
Name
Form Group
Proposed Acceleration Unit
VCE Subject Name
PLEASE NOTE, FEES APPLY TO SOME VCE SUBJECTS
Student statement (reason for application)
Step 2
Present/previous teacher in this area
Well Above
Above
At the expected
level
Below
Well Below
Below
Well Below
Academic Progress
Work Ethic
Attendance
Step 3:
KLA coordinators statement/signature
Signature
Step 4
Parent/Guardian statement/signature
Signature
Step 5:
Current Year Level Coordinator’s/Middle School Manager’s statement:
At the expected
Well Above
Above
level
Academic Progress
Work Ethic
Attendance
Application Approval
Student
Signature
Yes / No
Please circle the appropriate one
Senior School Year
Level Coordinator/Manager
Note: This process will need to commence early so that staff have the
opportunity to check the student’s progress. This form MUST be
submitted to the Year 9 Office before Monday, August 18th 2014
CHELTENHAM ACCELERATION PROGRAM
APPLICATION FORM (VET)
STUDENT NAME:
STUDENT FORM 2014:
VET or Pathways Courses already completed (Please list the courses you have
already done):
PROPOSED VCE Subjects 2015:
VET PROGRAM 2015:
CAMPUS LOCATION:
COST TO STUDENT: The cost payable for the chosen VET in Schools course will be
calculated on the basis of total course cost invoiced by the provider to Cheltenham
Secondary College less the government funding and less any deposit paid.
DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO BE PAID IS $250.00
FULL PAYMENT DATE: Families can enter into a payment plan if desired. Most
providers invoice the College on a semester basis, so that will be our starting point
for a payment plan option.
Student Signature:
___________________________________
Parent Signature:
___________________________________
Year Level Coordinator: ___________________________________
Careers and Pathways Leader: ______________________________
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This form MUST be submitted to the Year 9 Office before Monday, August 18 2014.
The form will be given to Ms Lexia Knight in order to assist the students’ enrolment with the VET
providers.
HIGH COST ELECTIVE
Student Name_______________
The purpose of this pro forma is to alert to you that some Year 10 subjects conducted at Cheltenham
Secondary College are regarded as “high cost electives” subjects and it is necessary to ask that
participants pay extra costs above the normal Curriculum Materials & Services Charges if they are
involved.
It has been normal practice by the College to process the additional costs associated with these “high
resource” subjects during the re-enrolment process during November and December.
For enrolment into 2015 the College has separated the processing of receipts for the “high cost elective”
subjects from the process for the payment of the College’s Curriculum Materials & Services Charges. If
your student has elected to do any of the subjects listed in the table below, they must return this form
to the Bursar with payment by
Subject
Media (VCE Units 1 & 2)
Media (Semester Based)
Studio Arts (VCE Units 1 & 2)
Physical Fitness
Physical Recreation
Human Movement
Outdoor and Environmental
Studies (VCE Units 1 & 2)
VET in Schools (On Site)
VET in Schools (Off Site)
Total
Costs
Deposit
Required By
21st August 2014
$190.00
$100.00
$40.00
$90.00
$90.00
$90.00
$650.00
$50.00
$50.00
$40.00
$45.00
$45.00
$45.00
$100.00
TBC
TBC
$250.00
$250.00
Subjects
Placed on
Subject
Selection
Preferenc
e Sheet
(Please
Tick)
Payment
Due
$
TOTAL
Any
outstanding
balances,
if
you
have
not
paid
in
full,
MUST
BE
PAID
BY
FRIDAY 5th DECEMBER 2014. Students will be asked to make alternative subject selections if
payments not completed by 5th December 2014.
As mentioned above the separation of the “high cost electives” subjects from the Curriculum Materials &
Services Charges and enrolment process has been designed to assist in the management of your
financial commitments.
Nevertheless, if you feel meeting the payment requirement By
Tuesday 21st August 2013, will cause difficulties, please contact the Business Manager to work through
alternative arrangements.
If it is your child’s preference to undertake one or more of the subjects in the above table, your child
will need to take this notice to the Bursar, along with the associated payments for processing.
If you require any additional information please contact the Year 9 Office.
Bursar’s Signature: ______________________________________ Date: ___________________
TO BE COMPLETED AND HANDED BY THE BURSAR
BY TUESDAY 21 AUGUST 2014
PAYMENT DETAILS
STUDENT NAME: _____________________________________________
AMOUNT DUE:
Subject
$_______________
Total
Costs
Deposit Due
Media 1&2
$190.00
$50.00
Media (Semester
based)
Outdoor
Education
Studio Art 1&2
$100.00
$50.00
$650.00
$100.00
$40.00
$40.00
$90.00
$90.00
$45.00
$45.00
TBC
$250.00
TBC
$250.00
Physical Fitness
Physical
Recreation
VET in Schools
(On Site)
VET in Schools
(Off Site)
Have you
chosen this
subject?
(Please tick)
Payment
Due
TOTAL
CREDIT CARD PAYMENT (VISA/MASTER CARD/BANKCARD)
CASH
CHEQUE
EFTPOS
Internet (Via
Banking Munchmonitor)
Name of Cardholder:_______________________________
Card Expiry Expiry Date________/_________
Card Number:_________________________________
Amount:$________
Signature:___________________________________
CREDIT
CARD
CHELTENHAM SECONDARY COLLEGE
Course Selection Sheet for students entering Year 10
Student Code
Student Name
Current Form Group
Core Subjects: 8 Units Total
STOP:
Have you
English Subject Choice (circle)
CORE ENGLISH
ENG
Core English OR
EAL
English as an Additional Language
Units
2
2
CORE MATHEMATICS
MMM
Maths Methods, OR
MGE
General Mathematics, OR
MAF
Foundation Mathematics, OR
Units
2
2
2
CORE HUMANITIES
COM
Commerce – Moving On, AND one of either
HIS
History: Australia 1900 – 1945 OR
GEO
Geography: A Local and Global Experience
Units
1
1
1
Hums. Subject Choice (circle):
CORE HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PED
Physical Education
Units
1
Health/Phys Ed Subject Choice
CORE SCIENCE
SCI
Science
Units
1
Science Subject Choice
clearly
circled
ENG or EAL
your
Maths Subject Choice (circle)
choices?
MMM or MGE or MAF
COM (compulsory) plus:
HIS or GEO
PED (compulsory)
SCI (compulsory)
Acceleration Subjects: VCE or VET
*This is an optional choice which will take the place of 2 of your 4 elective units
SUBJECT NAME
SUBJECT NAME
PREF. 1:
PREF. 2:
Elective Subjects: Choose 9 (you will receive 4)
ARTS ELECTIVES
DRA
Drama
Media Studies ($100)
MED
MUS
Music Performance
MED
Media Performance
A2D
Studio Art 2D
A3D
Studio Art 3D
AID
Architectural Drawing and Interior Design
VIS
Visual Communication and Design
ENGLISH ELECTIVES
ENX
Extension English – Literature
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Fitness ($90)
PPF
Physical Recreation ($90)
PHR
HUMANITIES ELECTIVES
HIS
History: Australia 1900 - 1945
GEO
Geography: A Local and Global Experience
CODE
Units
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
STOP:
Accelerating
students
MUST submit
an application
form
LANGUAGES ELECTIVES
LOT Italiano: C and D Units
MATHS ELECTIVES
MAX
Advanced Maths
SCIENCE ELECTIVES
SCB
Science B (Physics/Chemistry)
SCC
Science C (Biology/Chemistry)
TECHNOLOGY ELECTIVES
WTA
Materials Technology –Wood A
WTB
Materials Technology – Wood B
FTA
Food and Technology – Food A
FTB
Food and Technology – Food B
TXA
Design & Technology – Textiles A
TXB
Design & Technology – Textiles B
MEN
Engineering and Metalwork
MSL
Sheet Metal & Leadlight
MJE
Jewellery
SUBJECT NAME
CODE
Pref. 1:
Pref. 2:
Pref. 3
Pref. 4
Pref. 5
Pref. 6:
Pref. 7
Pref. 8:
Pref. 9:
Parent/Guardian
Signature
Student Signature:
Units
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SUBJECT NAME
STOP:
Have you
allowed
TWO
choices for
LOTE?
SIGNED FORMS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE YEAR 9 OFFICE BY Thursday, August 21st 2014
With payment to the bursar for high cost electives due THE SAME DAY
CHELTENHAM SECONDARY COLLEGE
Course Selection Sheet for students entering Year 10
Student Code
Student Name
Current Form Group
STOP:
Core Subjects: 8 Units Total
Have you
clearly
circled
your
English Subject Choice (circle)
choices?
CORE ENGLISH
ENG
Core English OR
EAL
English as an Additional Language
Units
2
2
CORE MATHEMATICS
MMM
Maths Methods, OR
MGE
General Mathematics, OR
MAF
Foundation Mathematics, OR
Units
2
2
2
CORE HUMANITIES
COM
Commerce – Moving On, AND one of either
HIS
History: Australia 1900 – 1945 OR
GEO
Geography: A Local and Global Experience
Units
1
1
1
Hums. Subject Choice (circle):
CORE HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PED
Physical Education
Units
1
Health/Phys Ed Subject Choice
CORE SCIENCE
SCI
Science
Units
1
Science Subject Choice
ENG or EAL
Maths Subject Choice (circle)
MMM or MGE or MAF
COM (compulsory) plus:
HIS or GEO
PED (compulsory)
SCI (compulsory)
Acceleration Subjects: VCE or VET
STOP:
Accelerating
students
MUST submit
an application
form
*This is an optional choice which will take the place of 2 of your 4 elective units
SUBJECT NAME
SUBJECT NAME
PREF. 1:
PREF. 2:
Elective Subjects: Choose 9 (you will receive 4)
ARTS ELECTIVES
DRA
Drama
Media Studies ($100)
MED
MUS
Music Performance
MED
Media Performance
A2D
Studio Art 2D
A3D
Studio Art 3D
AID
Architectural Drawing and Interior Design
VIS
Visual Communication and Design
ENGLISH ELECTIVES
ENX
Extension English – Literature
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Fitness ($90)
PPF
Physical Recreation ($90)
PHR
HUMANITIES ELECTIVES
HIS
History: Australia 1900 - 1945
GEO
Geography: A Local and Global Experience
CODE
Units
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
LANGUAGES ELECTIVES
LOT Italiano: C and D Units
MATHS ELECTIVES
MAX
Advanced Maths
SCIENCE ELECTIVES
SCB
Science B (Physics/Chemistry)
SCC
Science C (Biology/Chemistry)
TECHNOLOGY ELECTIVES
WTA
Materials Technology –Wood A
WTB
Materials Technology – Wood B
FTA
Food and Technology – Food A
FTB
Food and Technology – Food B
TXA
Design & Technology – Textiles A
TXB
Design & Technology – Textiles B
MEN
Engineering and Metalwork
MSL
Sheet Metal & Leadlight
MJE
Jewellery
SUBJECT NAME
CODE
Pref. 1:
Pref. 2:
Pref. 3
Pref. 4
Pref. 5
Pref. 6:
Pref. 7
Pref. 8:
Pref. 9:
Parent/Guardian
Signature
Student Signature:
Units
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SUBJECT NAME
STOP:
Have you
allowed TWO
choices for
LOTE?
SIGNED FORMS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE YEAR 9 OFFICE BY Thursday, August 21st 2014
With payment to the bursar for high cost electives due THE SAME DAY

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