Y8 Options Evening- 30th March 2022
13 Mar 2022
Option Evening – 30th March 2022 6.00 -7.30pm
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OPTIONS CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE HERE
Parents and Y8 students should attend the Option Evening to find out more about the wide range of subjects offered and the process itself. The evening will start with a short presentation about the guided pathway process and some top tips about option choices.
RE: Important Year 8 Parents Evening & Guided Options Evening Information 2022
I am pleased to inform you that the Year 8 guided option pathways process is now underway. This is an opportunity for your child to make exciting and important curriculum choices for their studies in years 9, 10 and 11. This letter is intended to outline some key information, links and dates during this period. Information is also available on our website at https://parkvaleacademy.org.uk/students/guided-option-pathways/
Option Booklets
Options booklets with the choices available to your child and key subject information will be given to all Y8 students and can also be found on at https://parkvaleacademy.org.uk/students/guided-option-pathways/
Subject Information
During February & March, subject areas will provide students with subject specific information about the courses they offer. Informative subject videos can also be found on the website. A range of taster sessions will be offered to students to allow them to experience a subject and find out more about what some subjects have to offer.
BAE STEM Roadshow – 29th March 2022
Year 8 students will attend a presentation with BAE Systems, The Royal Air Force, and The Royal Navy This engaging theatre roadshow will celebrate the importance of STEM and includes a 50-minute performance to inspire and engage students and promote Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths.
Year 8 Parents Evening 24th March 4.00 – 7.00pm
During the allotted time you get to glean information about your child’s progress in each of their current subjects. Ask whether tasks are being completed, comments are being acted on and progress being made. What are the most recent marks or grades and how do they compare with those in the past? Is this a subject that may be possible as an option choice? Please use the online system to book your appointments. https://parkvaleacademy.parentseveningsystem.co.uk/
Option Forms
The actual forms outlining your child’s option choices will be distributed with the option booklets to each student in advance of the Option Evening. The final date for the submission of options forms will be Friday 1st April and final options will be confirmed in June/July 2022.
Unifrog – Careers Advice
All students should have received an email from Unifrog. This platform provides information to help students make their option choices. It has a range of information about career pathways and qualifications required. It also provides access to MOOCS, described as free, easily accessible, completely online courses that students may wish to take in their own time.
A drop in session is also available in S1 after school on Wednesday with the academy’s experienced career advisor. Mr McArdle will also be present at the Options Evening on 30th March to offer career advice any support you may require.
I hope you find this information useful. May I also take this opportunity to thank you in advance for your much valued support and engagement with this important stage in your child’s education. Should you have any further questions regarding this process, please do not hesitate the academy.