YEAR 9
HEAD OF YEAR
DION RENDALL
This session aims to guide parents and carers through the logistics of this transitional time period in a young person’s life. Their final year of junior school presents many challenges. The session will also have details about key events and pastoral activities for Year 9.
INTO ADULTHOOD
By MARY WOOD – Director of AdventureWorks
This section explores the philosophy and the key aspects of the Into Adulthood Programme. Mary offers advice in engaging with your young person through this period of transition.
INTO ADULTHOOD AT CHISHOLM
By CHISHOLM STAFF AND STUDENTS
This video showcases the shared experience, challenges and stories of our students and staff who have participated in the programme.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS IN STEM
By PAUL SHANAHAN – Head of Science Department
What is STEM Education? Why is it important for your child’s future? This session introduces you to what Chisholm is doing to prepare your child for the 21st century workplace.
STUDY HACKS
By Dr JANE GENOVESE – Owner of Learning Fundamentals
Dr Genovese shares two simple but powerful strategies that your child can use to learn more in less time: active recall and dual coding.
THRIVING IN MIDDLE SCHOOL
By UNA FLYNN – College Counsellor
This session will provide some key points on brain changes that are going on in adolescence and strategies to support you and your child in your relationships.