Progressive Achievement Tests – Spelling

Next week, Years 7 to 10 students will complete their Progressive Achievement Tests (PAT) in Spelling. The PAT Spelling test is a standardised assessment that helps track students' development over time and identify areas needing support.

Year 7 – Wednesday 3 September, Period 1

Year 8 – Thursday 4 September, Period 1

Year 9 – Thursday 4 September, Period 4

Year 10 – Friday 5 September, Period 2

The PAT spelling assessment is a 20-minute test that:

· assesses knowledge of spelling and skills in identifying and correcting spelling errors.

· asks students to correct spelling errors in a written sentence.

· contains multiple-choice questions and typing of correct spelling.

All PAT spelling tests will be held in B-block, and students will complete the test on their own device. Students are required to bring their usual lesson equipment, as normal classes will continue once the test is finished.

Year 11 Examinations

The Year 11 Examinations will be held in weeks 8 and 9. Students should prepare for their examinations by revising the year's work and other study material set by their class teacher. If students have questions regarding their exams, they are encouraged to talk to their class teachers. Good luck with your preparation, Year 11.

Please see below for a copy of the Year 11 Examination Timetable.

The Carroll College community would like to warmly invite all fathers, guardians, and grandfathers to attend our annual Father's Day breakfast on Thursday, 4 September, from 7:30 am to 8:30 am in the senior courtyard.

Please see below for a copy of the invitation. We hope to see you there.

Year 11 and 12 Student Absences for Semester Reports

As we approach the end of Semester 2 for Year 11 and 12, I would like to remind parents about completing their child's absence reasons. Explaining absences ensures your child’s attendance records are accurate and reported correctly.

To complete your child's absence reports:

1. Log in to your Sentral Parent Portal.

2. Navigate to the Absences section.

3. Review your unexplained absences and provide a brief explanation for each.

Parents can review their child’s attendance records by selecting their child's profile and navigating to Attendance.

This week's reminders…

· Good luck to the tennis players competing at the CCC Tennis Championships in Bathurst on Monday, 1 September.

· On Tuesday, 2 September, the 11/12 Business Services classes travel to Canberra for their excursion.

· We have a college assembly on Tuesday, 2 September, during the Academic Care period.

· The PAT spelling tests begin on Wednesday, 3 September.

· Storytime at Moruya Library is taking place on Wednesday, 3 September.

· The College Thrift Shop is open in the Hall on Wednesday, 3 September.

· Father’s Day breakfast will be held in the senior courtyard from 7.30 am on Thursday, 4 September.

· Year 10 are taking part in their formation day on Thursday, 4 September.

· On Friday, 5 September, the SRC are selling Legacy badges in Batemans Bay.

· Saturday 6 September, the College celebrates 30 years at Oaks Ranch from 6.00 pm-10.00 pm.

· The 2026 Senior Leadership Team will be commissioned at a College Assembly on Monday, 8 September.

· The Year 10 Urban Challenge students will be attending a meeting in the Hub on Tuesday, 9 Sept

· The HSC Music Evening will take place on Wednesday, 10 September.

· Year 11 exams begin on Wednesday 10 September.

· The College will participate in activities for R U Ok day on Thursday, 11 September.

· The Shine Youth Ministry Conference is being held on Friday, 12 September.

Term 3 examination and testing weeks:

· Week 7: Years 7 - 10 PAT Spelling

· Weeks 8 - 9: Year 11 Exams

Mrs Sandra Harris
Administration Coordinator