Year 9
Year 9 is an important year for all students – it is a year when students can begin to make choices regarding subjects and pathway programs.
As they enter this next phase of their school life, students will be expected to take greater responsibility for their own learning. The subject offerings will provide opportunities for students to explore areas of interest, and possibly provide some background for subject selection in later years. In addition, students will undertake the core subjects of:
- English
- Maths
- Science
- Humanities
- Health & PE
We believe that we have designed a structure for Year 9 students that enables students to:
- access enrichment programs in Maths, STEM, English and Sports. These exciting programs will provide students with exposure to further educational experiences and the opportunity to work with like-minded peers.
- experience opportunities outside the classroom as well as develop lifelong skills
- think about future career pathways
- develop a broad sense of community and contribute to community groups
- participate in a camp which will focus on teamwork, resilience and self-reliance skills
| Year 9 – Weekly Hours | ||||||||
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Year-long Subjects |
English |
Maths |
Science |
Hums |
Connect |
Health & PE |
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Hours per week |
5 |
5 |
3 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
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| Role | Staff Member |
| Executive Assistant Principal | Tim Bray |
| Middle School Assistant Principal | Nina Kempinger |
| Year 9 Year Level Leader | Teresa Hayes |
| Year 9 Coordinator | Angus Thornton |
| Year 9 Coordinator | Chaney Ke |
| Year 9 Administration Assistant | Lauren Carr |
Year 10
Year 10 is a very important year for students – it is a year when students make choices that will impact their futures.
Over the years, students have attended Cranbourne East Secondary College and participated in many activities designed to make them think about future career pathways and prospects.
As they enter the next phase of their school life, students will be expected to take greater responsibility for their learning. Year 10 students’ programs at CESC consist of a range of core and pathway (elective) subjects with 80% of a student’s program being students’ choice. The pathway offerings will provide opportunities for students to explore areas of interest and possibly give some background for subject selection in later years.
From 2027, all Year 10 students will undertake either a VCE (units 1 & 2) or VET (1st year) subject as part of their program. This provides students with the opportunity to explore senior pathways, develop advanced knowledge and skills and gain valuable experience before entering Year 11 & 12.
| Core Subjects | VCE Subjects | VET Courses | Electives |
| English or EAL | Health & Human Development | Certificate II in Active Volunteering | English: Literature |
| Humanities | Outdoor & Environmental Education | Certificate III in Business | Health & PE: Girls on the Move |
| Mathematics | Business Management | Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion & Textiles | Health & PE: Health Matters |
| Science | Geography | Certificate II in Furniture Making | Health & PE: Outdoor Education |
| Legal Studies | Certificate II in Engineering Pathways | Health & PE: Sports Pathway Program | |
| Modern History | Health Support Services (dual certificate) Certificate II in Health Support Services & Certificate III in Health Services Assistance | Humanities: Geography | |
| Foundation Mathematics | Certificate II in Hospitality | Humanities: Running My Business | |
| General Mathematics | Certificate III in Information Technology | Humanities: Living in a Global Economy | |
| Psychology | Certificate II in Laboratory Skills | Humanities: Power & Politics | |
| Biology | Certificate III in Music | Humanities: Vietnam War | |
| Environmental Science | Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics & Recreation | Humanities: Law & I | |
| Food Studies | Certificate III in Visual Arts | Science: Psychology | |
| Applied Computing | Certificate II in Applied Languages (Mandarin) | Science: Forensics | |
| Art Creative Practice | Tech: Digital Technology | ||
| Chinese: Language, Culture & Society | Tech: Food Technology | ||
| Tech: Passion for Fashion | |||
| Tech: Product Design | |||
| Tech: Systems Engineering | |||
| Art: Creative Practice | |||
| Art: Dance | |||
| Art: Media | |||
| Art: Music | |||
| Art: Photography | |||
| Art: Sculpture | |||
| Art: Theatre Studies | |||
| Art: Visual Communications & Design |
| Year 10 – Weekly Hours | ||||||||
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Subjects |
English |
Maths |
Science |
Hums |
Connect |
VCE OR VET |
Elective (semester-based) |
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Hours per week |
5 |
5 |
3 |
3 |
5 |
5 |
4 |
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| Role | Staff Member |
| Executive Assistant Principal | Tim Bray |
| Middle School Assistant Principal | Nina Kempinger |
| Year 10 Year Level Leader | Kevin McCall |
| Year 10 Coordinator | Belinda Whelan |
| Year 10 Coordinator | Sienna Armstrong |
| Year 10 Administration Assistant | Amy Barber |
