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Nathan WoodNovember 27, 2017December 14, 2018

Dear Parents and Students

Welcome to the Scotch College Course Information website. This website is designed to give you a broad overview of the courses that your son will engage with here at the College.

In the Junior School the courses are specifically designed to deliver the Australian Curriculum through the IB Primary Years Programme. As students complete the MYP in the Middle School and move into the Senior School, they have an increased choice in regard to the courses of study. This begins with the selection of electives in Years 7, 8, 9 and 10, expanding into complete choice of pathways and courses in Years 11 and 12. We encourage boys to base their selection on their interests and ability to ensure they are engaged in their learning.

Students are encouraged to talk to the teachers of courses they are considering in order to assist them in making informed decisions. In the Senior School, the Curriculum Leader of each department is a recommended resource of information to assist boys in making their decisions.

The Dean of Teaching and Learning in each sub-school is also available to help guide boys in their selections. Parents are encouraged to meet with Mr Peter Frusher, the school’s Career Adviser to discuss their son’s course selections and the possible pathways he may wish to consider upon graduating from the College.

I wish the students well in making their course selections and encourage families to seek support from the School should they need assistance in this process.

Director of Teaching and Learning

Cara.Fugill@scotch.wa.edu.au

Cara is the Director of Teaching and Learning. Part of her role is to collaborate with Curriculum Leaders to ensure the highest standard of teaching is achieved in every subject area. The Director works closely with the Careers Adviser in the tracking of the students’ academic progress. All academic and assessment programmes, reporting and pedagogy applied in the classroom, is the responsibility of the Director, who has a thorough knowledge of the Middle Years and Diploma programmes and the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE). In addition to this role, Cara is a member of the STEM programme team. Cara is currently studying a Master of Education degree at Monash University.

Dean of Teaching and Learning - Middle School

Sophie.Berry@scotch.wa.edu.au

Sophie is the Dean of Teaching of Learning in the Middle School (6-8) and the MYP Coordinator. The Dean of Teaching and Learning (MS) who is also the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IBMYP) Coordinator, collaborates with teachers to ensure the delivery of quality programmes to the students. All academic and assessment programmes, reporting and pedagogy applied in the classroom is the responsibility of the Dean who has a thorough knowledge of the MYP and Australian Curriculum. In addition to this role Sophie is a member of the Mathematics Department. Sophie is currently studying a Master of Education degree at the University of Queensland.

Dean of Teaching and Learning - Junior School

Warwick.Norman@scotch.wa.edu.au

The Dean of Teaching and Learning (JS) who is also the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IBPYP) Coordinator, collaborates with teachers to ensure the delivery of quality programmes to the students. All academic and assessment programmes, reporting and pedagogy applied in the classroom is the responsibility of the Dean, who has a sound knowledge of the PYP and Australian Curriculum. In addition to this role, Warwick is the Junior School Teacher Librarian.

IB Diploma Coordinator

Michael.Scaife@scotch.wa.edu.au

Michael is the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator in the Senior School (Years 11 and 12) and teaches the Diploma Literature course. He collaborates with teachers to ensure the delivery of a quality programme that addresses the IB standards and practices in relation to the implementation of the programme, Internal Assessment requirements and Examinations. Michael works closely with students to ensure that their educational needs are met and advises parents on the progress of their sons

Careers Adviser

Peter.Frusher@scotch.wa.edu.au

Peter is the College's Careers Advisor, working closely with students in Senior School he is available to advise students on all matters relating to future careers. Peter is also a key staff member in guiding the Year 10 students in their subject selection as they make choices for Years 11 and 12. He is also responsible for assisting students who are looking to attend university, locally, interstate and overseas.

VET Coordinator

Aaron.Gale@scotch.wa.edu.au

As VET Coordinator, Aaron's role is to establish and oversee student involvement in VET programmes. The VET Coordinator works collaboratively with Dean of Teaching and Learning and Careers Adviser to promote VET programmes, counsel and track students during the completion of their VET programme. The VET Coordinator also collaborates with external providers, industry, postsecondary institutions and community organisations to support students’ transition to postsecondary education and employment. The role includes involvement in work placements (WPL) in consulation with the Careers Adviser.