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Two hundred Year 10 students have become the first in South Australia to successfully complete the compulsory new SACE subject, Personal Learning Plan.
The students attend four schools which scheduled the six-month subject in the first half of 2009. Other Year 10 students will complete the subject at the end of the year.
Education Minister Jane Lomax-Smith congratulated the students on their success.
“The Personal Learning Plan is a new opportunity for students to learn life, personal and work skills, and map out a study plan for Year 11 and 12,” Dr Lomax-Smith says.
“Across the State, about 20,000 Year 10 students in Government, Catholic and Independent schools are undertaking the subject for the first time this year.
“Through this subject, students can explore their strengths and interests and how they relate to further education, training or employment options for the future.
“This work allows students to make informed decisions about the future, while also encouraging students to participate and contribute to the community as effective citizens.
“Young people also learn how to adapt their plans and keep their options open as their needs and interests evolve while they work towards completing the SACE.
“The subject requires students to achieve skills such as communication, teamwork, initiative, planning and problem solving, which are critical in the workplace and in community life.”
Two Nazareth Catholic College students, who are among the 200 graduates, say that the Personal Learning Plan has helped to shape their future career choices.
After completing the subject, Georgia Casbarra, 15, has decided to channel her interest in science, maths and working with children into a career as a midwife.
Fellow student Olivia Andreula has long planned to become a fashion designer and now better understands what’s likely to be involved in reaching her goal.
The new Personal learning Plan subject is compulsory for all Year 10 students as part of the new South Australian Certificate of Education. These students will be the first to graduate in 2011.
The subject is worth 10 credits towards the 200 credits students need to successfully complete the SACE. Students are assessed against A to E grades.
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