Student Response for PACE

Melba Copland Secondary School

Fast Pace Program: Year 7 (2010)

Application form for PACE

What is the Fast Pace Program?

Students in the Fast Pace Program will have demonstrated above average ability and the willingness to work effectively and productively with a minimum of teacher direction. A student accepted into the Fast Pace Program will work with the same group of students in most subject areas.

The exceptions are classes in Languages Other Than English (LOTE), and in practical subjects where safety requires smaller classes.

How is the Fast Pace Program special?

Students in the Fast Pace Program are grouped with others of similar ability and commitment. The work ethos expected of those students permits teachers to progress studies more quickly and offer a greater range of learning experiences. Students will study both more widely and in more depth.

Students in the Fast Pace Program will find it easier to enter the ability-streamed classes in English, Mathematics, Science and Studies of Society and the Environment, which are formed in Years 9 and 10. The Fast Pace Program is also excellent preparation for making best use of the elective program in the final two years at Melba Copland Secondary School.

Demonstrated high levels of achievement assist in gaining entry into higher level courses at secondary college.

Which student enters the Fast Pace Program?

The student who is accepted into the Fast Pace Program will have demonstrated

  • a high standard of academic achievement in primary school
  • a willingness to work at a high level in all subjects
  • evidence of being an independent and reflective learner
  • pride in work
  • some contribution to the corporate life of the school and community
  • the ability to organise time
  • consistent attendance and cooperative behaviour.

More detailed information is available in the leaflet included in this brochure.
It is assumed that parents or guardians will actively support students in the Fast Pace Program.

How does a student gain entry to the Fast Pace Program?

  • application is required on the form which is part of this brochure. Submissions are required by Friday 12 June 2009. Students are asked to complete the final page.
  • parents and students will be invited to an interview, during the period 15 June to 26 June 2009. Samples of work completed at primary school should be brought to the interview.
  • information will be sought from primary school teachers about the suitability of a student for the Melba Copland Secondary School Fast Pace Program.