St. Joseph's College, Gregory Terrace

Year 8 Learning Enrichment and LAP

Learning Enrichment Subjects - Year 8
The Year 8 Learning Enrichment subject replaces the learning of a foreign language, Japanese and French, with learning support time. The Year 8 students are assessed in the areas of English, Mathematics and Science. As a result of this testing, students identified, as 'at risk' of experiencing difficulty in their learning, are offered a place in the Learning Support Program. The students are individually assessed, educational goals are planned and programs are implemented. There are five sessions a fortnight and the students are given extra support in the areas of English, Maths, assignment completion, study skills and exam techniques. Students may participate in the Learning Support Program for one or two semesters.

The Secondary Learning Assistance Program (LAP) Years 8 - 10
The Learning Assistance Program (LAP) plays in integral role in supporting boys in their learning. The boys are withdrawn from either English or Maths to be given individual assistance in the particular subject area. Trained volunteer 'tutors' work with the boys on tasks set either by the Learning Support Teacher or the Subject Teacher. The focus for one student may be developing writing skills and for another, research and note-taking in the library. Volunteers come from the Terrace community and beyond. Parents, grandparents and friends are all encouraged to join LAP. All volunteers are required to participate in the 'training sessions'.

The Support Program Network is open to all parents of students in Learning Support Programs. Meetings occur once a term and are announced in the 'Terrace News'. This provides a venue for parent input, support and information. The current convenor is Mrs Zelda Gilbride.

 

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