They will be encouraged to express themselves individually and to appreciate the efforts of others as they work together on a short production at the end of the course. This course will teach students the basic functions of an electronic keyboard. They will learn to touch-type and to understand graphic design techniques such as letters, tables and advertisements. This course is necessary if girls wish to study Word Processing in Year 10. The emphasis in this option is on the practice of the basic skills covered in Year 9 English.
Class size is limited to ensure that students receive individualised help.
The course content includes writing, spelling, reading and vocabulary enrichment. Particular attention is given to how these skills relate to the requirements of other subjects. This option is particularly recommended for students with a weakness in practical English skills. Performance Music This option will give students an opportunity to be part of a classroom orchestra, a class choir, a handbell team or a small instrumental group. Those who have not studied Music before will be helped to learn basic parts in a musical score.