Brian

TRAN
07G
WELLINGTON
SECONDARY COLLEGE
91 Police Road, Mulgrave 3170

July-December 2014
Report
2014
REPORTS INCLUDED

Punctuality
Usually punctual to school and class.

Standard of uniform
Very good, always wears correct uniform.

Attendance

Cover
Statewide VELS Summary
Drama
Humanities
Information Technology
Mandarin
Music
Physical, Health and Sport Education
English
Mathematics
Science

100%

Brian, your reports reflect some very positive outcomes.

Take note of the advice given by your teachers and
seek assistance when necessary.

Mr. B. McArdle
Year Level Coordinator

Mrs. D. Commons
Assistant Principal

Attendance information is available in Compass. See the following instruction sheet.

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Understanding absence data in Compass
Log into Compass by going to http://wellingtonsc.vic.jdlf.com.au/
You should see a page similar to the one below

Now click on the attendance tab

You should now see at the bottom half of your screen the following

The last column is the most important one as it shows the percentage of time your son/ daughter was at
school or doing a school approved activity.

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Statewide VELS Summary
BRIAN TRAN

07G
Rating

English

Reading and
Viewing

Writing

Speaking and
Listening

The Humanities History

Mathematics

Number and
Algebra
Measurement
and Geometry
Statistics and
Probability

C
C
C
C

Science

The Arts

Civics and Citizenship

Communication

Health and Physical Education

The Humanities - Economics

The Humanities Geography

Information and Communications

Technology

Interpersonal Development

LOTE Pathway 2

Personal Learning

Thinking Processes

Note: More than one teacher may have contributed to these ratings.
As new Australian Curriculum subjects (P - 10) are introduced and taught in AusVELS, your child will receive an achievement
grade only at the end of the first semester, and an achievement grade as well as a representation of six months progress at
the end of the year.

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E
NA

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year
Not Assessed

Legend:
Your child's achievement 12 months ago
Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

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July-December 2014 Report
BRIAN TRAN
DRAMA

07G
Rating

The Arts

Communication

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E

Legend:

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year

NA

Work habits
Use of class time
Behaviour
Completion of homework
Prepared for class
Punctuality

Your child's achievement 12 months ago

Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

US

BA

VG

EX

NA=Not Applicable US=Unsatisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable S=Satisfactory G=Good VG=Very Good EX=Excellent

School-based Assessment tasks

Role play performances including improvisation and mime.
Workbook and Journal: maintain a weekly journal of all practical drama activities.
Creation and performance of original short plays.

EX
G
VG

EX=Excellent VG=Very Good G=Good S=Satisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable US=Unsatisfactory NA=Not Applicable * = Modified Program

What Brian has achieved

used a variety of stagecraft elements, such as costume, sets and props to enhance characters and narratives.
maintained different characters throughout performances with confidence.
has developed characters that were enhanced and maintained through an extensive range of volume levels.
effectively contributed to problem solving when developing performances.
appropriate behaviour maintained throughout the majority of performances.

Areas for improvement/future learning

should now be attempting to incorporate the language of theatre while responding to drama.
should attempt to experience a wider range of dramatic genres.
should attempt to sustain his current interest in and enthusiasm towards Drama.
Teacher: A Alexander

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HUMANITIES

07G
Rating

The Humanities - History

Civics and Citizenship

The Humanities - Economics

The Humanities - Geography

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E

Legend:

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year

NA

Work habits
Use of class time
Behaviour
Completion of homework
Prepared for class
Punctuality

Your child's achievement 12 months ago

Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

US

BA

VG

EX

NA=Not Applicable US=Unsatisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable S=Satisfactory G=Good VG=Very Good EX=Excellent

School-based Assessment tasks

Ancient China - research task.
Is Antarctica worth preserving?
Energy resources investigation.

G
G
G

EX=Excellent VG=Very Good G=Good S=Satisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable US=Unsatisfactory NA=Not Applicable * = Modified Program

What Brian has achieved

used geographic language appropriately.
displayed a good understanding of Antarctica and its environment.
completed a good investigation into alternate energy sources.
used an adequate variety of sources to describe key aspects of life in historical times.
researched and presented historical information in an appropriate format.
showed a good understanding of key terminology and historical events from ancient times.
Areas for improvement/future learning
focus more in class and stay on task.
continue to participate in class discussions in order to extend understanding of the work.

Teacher: J Neish

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

07G

Rating
Information and Communications
Technology

Personal Learning

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E

Legend:

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year

NA

Work habits
Use of class time
Behaviour
Prepared for class
Punctuality

Your child's achievement 12 months ago

Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

US

BA

VG

EX

NA=Not Applicable US=Unsatisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable S=Satisfactory G=Good VG=Very Good EX=Excellent

School-based Assessment tasks

Google searching and cyber safety.
Develop a digital story.

EX
VG

EX=Excellent VG=Very Good G=Good S=Satisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable US=Unsatisfactory NA=Not Applicable * = Modified Program

What Brian has achieved

showed excellent application of the rules and objectives of cyber safety and made excellent decisions when
presented with a variety of cyber bullying scenarios.
made a creative contribution to a poster advertising cyber safety.
demonstrated excellent research skills in collecting data.
completed all digital story exercises to a very good standard.
able to sustain focus on most difficult tasks until a very good result was produced.
Areas for improvement/future learning
being willing to extend his skills where his interests lie.
reflecting on progress made in class and being aware of improvements to assignments that can be made.
making regular contributions to class discussions.
being willing to assist others who need help.
regularly backing up his U:\drive.
Teacher: E Stefyn

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MANDARIN

07G
Rating

LOTE Pathway 2

Thinking Processes

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E

Legend:

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year

NA

Work habits
Use of class time
Behaviour
Completion of homework
Prepared for class
Punctuality

Your child's achievement 12 months ago

Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

US

BA

VG

EX

NA=Not Applicable US=Unsatisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable S=Satisfactory G=Good VG=Very Good EX=Excellent

School-based Assessment tasks

Listening comprehension of pinyin, short dialogues and family information.
Oral performance about days and dates, self, and a family introduction.
Reading comprehension on greetings, home address, age, work and nationality.
Written test based on unit topics.

G
VG
S
G

EX=Excellent VG=Very Good G=Good S=Satisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable US=Unsatisfactory NA=Not Applicable * = Modified Program

What Brian has achieved

spoke fluently and confidently in the oral performance, demonstrating very good pronunciation and expression.
was able to identify a reasonable number of the main ideas and key details in listening assessment tasks.
demonstrated understanding of some of the main ideas, but limited understanding of other key details in reading
tests.
applied the grammar, sentence structures and vocabulary studied to a good level of accuracy in writing tests.
required some assistance to complete the exercises in the workbook.
Areas for improvement/future learning
keep talking to a minimum during class time.
contribute in a more positive manner to the learning environment.
complete all set homework to help gain greater familiarity with the work covered in class.
Teacher: Z Ren

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MUSIC

07G
Rating

The Arts

Communication

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E

Legend:

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year

NA

Work habits
Use of class time
Behaviour
Completion of homework
Prepared for class
Punctuality

Your child's achievement 12 months ago

Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

US

BA

VG

EX

NA=Not Applicable US=Unsatisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable S=Satisfactory G=Good VG=Very Good EX=Excellent

School-based Assessment tasks

Performance Activities
Theory and Aural Skills
Written Work

G
G
G

EX=Excellent VG=Very Good G=Good S=Satisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable US=Unsatisfactory NA=Not Applicable * = Modified Program

What Brian has achieved

participated enthusiastically in all Music activities and tasks this semester.
showed a comprehensive understanding of how to appropriately select and use musical elements and principles
to compose and arrange music.
created a fluent Radio Play script demonstrating a good understanding of how music can be used to create
atmosphere.
practised and successfully performed set melodies on the keyboard with confidence and consistent accuracy.
demonstrated a competent level of skill when completing theory and aural tasks.
Areas for improvement/future learning
listen to instructions in both practical and theory classes, and be more thoughtful of others when using a loud
voice in class.
continue to stay on task and contribute positively when completing group work.
continue to show initiative and diligence when completing tasks.
Teacher: J Tunnicliffe

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PHYSICAL, HEALTH AND SPORT EDUCATION

07G

Rating
Communication

Health and Physical Education

Interpersonal Development

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E

Legend:

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year

NA

Work habits
Use of class time
Behaviour
Prepared for class
Punctuality

Your child's achievement 12 months ago

Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

US

BA

VG

EX

NA=Not Applicable US=Unsatisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable S=Satisfactory G=Good VG=Very Good EX=Excellent

School-based Assessment tasks

Classwork: Skill and fitness development, group activities, safe use of equipment.
Bookwork: A record of assignments and written tasks.

VG
VG

EX=Excellent VG=Very Good G=Good S=Satisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable US=Unsatisfactory NA=Not Applicable * = Modified Program

What Brian has achieved

has worn the correct PE uniform to all lessons.
participated actively in all activities to achieve very good results.
is attentive in class and as a result has demonstrated a high level of participation and ability to work
cooperatively with others.
demonstrated a good level of skill performance and development during practical tasks.
his fitness test were completed successfully although some work is required to improve aerobic fitness.
completed most written tasks on time and to a good standard.
Areas for improvement/future learning
encourage and assist others in team situations.
improve personal fitness levels.
approach and attempt new or unfamiliar tasks with an open mind.
Teacher: M Maggs

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ENGLISH

07G
Rating

English

Reading and
Viewing

Writing

Speaking and
Listening

Personal Learning

Thinking Processes

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E

Legend:

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year

NA

Work habits
Use of class time
Behaviour
Completion of homework
Prepared for class
Punctuality

Your child's achievement 12 months ago

Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

US

BA

VG

EX

NA=Not Applicable US=Unsatisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable S=Satisfactory G=Good VG=Very Good EX=Excellent

School-based Assessment tasks

Extended Writing: drafted and edited piece of writing
Text Response: "Boy"
Speaking and Listening: listening test and dramatic performance

G
G
VG

EX=Excellent VG=Very Good G=Good S=Satisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable US=Unsatisfactory NA=Not Applicable * = Modified Program

What Brian has achieved

used note-taking and summaries of key ideas when listening to spoken texts.
identified details and descriptions when listening to spoken texts.
wrote correct paragraphs.
understood the film and text independently.
identified valuable quotations in the text and demonstrated understanding.
demonstrated a good understanding of main ideas within a text verbally and in writing.
showed the ability to express comprehension of what he read.
Areas for improvement/future learning
furthering his reading skills by reading books and newspapers at home.
expanding his vocabulary by actively looking up unfamiliar words.
proofreading and editing work to ensure errors are corrected and to improve fluency.
listening carefully to teacher instructions.
Teacher: S Yousef

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MATHEMATICS

07G
Rating

Mathematics

Number and
Algebra
Measurement and
Geometry
Statistics and
Probability

Thinking Processes

C
C
C
C

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E

Legend:

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year

NA

Work habits
Use of class time
Behaviour
Completion of homework
Prepared for class
Punctuality

Your child's achievement 12 months ago

Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

US

BA

VG

EX

NA=Not Applicable US=Unsatisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable S=Satisfactory G=Good VG=Very Good EX=Excellent

School-based Assessment tasks

Completion of Set Work: Complete set exercises in class and for homework.
Investigations: A project and problem solving tasks relating to maths in the real world.
Tests: Demonstrate acquired mathematical skills under test conditions.

G
G
VG

EX=Excellent VG=Very Good G=Good S=Satisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable US=Unsatisfactory NA=Not Applicable * = Modified Program

What Brian has achieved

good problem solving techniques as demonstrated in his Decimals and Percentages Common Assessment
Task.
test results reflected a high level of understanding of the concepts and topics covered during this semester.
completed most set work using correct mathematical conventions.
regular contribution to class discussions.
an ability to use a variety of calculator functions.
a good level of competence in completing the set Mangahigh tasks accurately and on time.
Areas for improvement/future learning
attempt a greater variety of analysis style questions.
needs to take responsibility for own learning by using class time more wisely.
develop patience and listen while others are speaking.
Teacher: H Zhuang

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SCIENCE

07G
Rating

Science

Communication

Thinking Processes

Ratings:
A
B
C
D
E

Legend:

Well above the standard expected at this time of year

Above the standard expected at this time of year
At the standard expected at this time of year
Below the standard expected at this time of year
Well below the standard expected at this time of year

NA

Work habits
Use of class time
Behaviour
Completion of homework
Prepared for class
Punctuality

Your child's achievement 12 months ago

Your child's achievement 6 months ago
Your child's achievement this semester
Your childs progress
The expected level of achievement

US

BA

VG

EX

NA=Not Applicable US=Unsatisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable S=Satisfactory G=Good VG=Very Good EX=Excellent

School-based Assessment tasks

An investigation into how keys are used in the classification of living things.
Designing and carrying out an experiment to separate mixtures.

VG
VG

EX=Excellent VG=Very Good G=Good S=Satisfactory BA=Barely Acceptable US=Unsatisfactory NA=Not Applicable * = Modified Program

What Brian has achieved

an ability to create and use a dichotomous key to classify objects.
a good understanding of classification, including the properties of life.
the ability to describe and to separate soluble and insoluble components of a mixture.
excellent skills in determining the appropriate technique to separate a mixture.
a satisfactory ability to question new information and seek to understand key concepts.
the ability to work as a member of a group during practical sessions.
an enthusiastic and interested approach to class all of the time.
Areas for improvement/future learning
make a concerted effort to improve his attitude and behaviour in class.
remember to use his diary to assist with organisation.
work hard in class and endeavour not to become distracted.
Teacher: G Hall