Post by: gasha1920 on July 20, 2019, 10:02:29 pm
Post by: not.yet.a.nerd on July 21, 2019, 01:11:23 am
Post by: caffinatedloz on July 21, 2019, 07:34:24 am
Other links online with advice include this and this.
Post by: brothanathan on July 21, 2019, 10:06:27 am
Post by: gasha1920 on July 21, 2019, 02:38:42 pm
Don't overwhelm yourself. Plan out what you're going to do from August or September to prepare for the Macrob Test. For every sort of test (writing, numerical&verbal reasoning, maths, science and etc.) you have to complete, allocate time to enhance your problem solving and critical thinking skills. Do 1-3 extended response maths questions a day. Read news from major outlets, read books from authors who have passed away years ago. If you don't get in, don't doubt your abilities. Take it as an experience to enrich you. To diverge you into becoming more than just a Macrob student.
I'd suggest having a good trawl through some of the selective school admissions forums, lots of advice and tips from past/current students =)
have you had a look at this and this thread? Might be helpful!
Other links online with advice include this and this.
Thank you sooo much, this will really help !! ;D
Post by: for_icarus on July 24, 2019, 07:23:33 pm
Post by: gasha1920 on July 25, 2019, 12:28:24 am
Hey, I did the exam this year, I still don’t know if I got into Mac.Rob yet but I suggest really building up your vocabulary and spelling as it helps in verbal, reading and writing. Some ways to that would be to read lots of books that challenge you and you find interesting, look at year 10-12 spelling lists on the internet and just try to learn new words everyday.
Wow, thanks a lot, that will really help! I hope u get in btw ;D :)
Post by: lastapasta on July 27, 2019, 11:32:00 am
the essay writing when i did it was just 15 minutes for one, but i think (correct me if i am wrong) it has changed to 30 minutes and only one essay. if you wanted to get a headstart on preparing it might be a good idea to practise writing an essay a few times a week, and getting someone to give you feedback, just to get into the habit of writing under time pressure.
look through the year 9 maths textbook, and familiarise yourself with the content.
i would also suggest doing maybe one hendersons mock exam, which i found was very helpful in consolidating weaknesses and strengths, although if you opt for this do it closer to the actual exam next year.
i would say more than just studying, immerse yourself in many extracurriculars and leadership opportunities, as selective schools often looks for well rounded students if it comes to the interview process.
good luck! it's great that you have started prep so early, but keep in mind that the selective schools are just that, schools. at the end of the day they have their own pros and cons and it really really is not a gateway to a perfect atar of your dreams. regardless of what school you go to, anything you want to achieve is possible.
feel free to ask any more questions! ;)
Post by: gasha1920 on July 27, 2019, 04:03:33 pm
hey!
the essay writing when i did it was just 15 minutes for one, but i think (correct me if i am wrong) it has changed to 30 minutes and only one essay. if you wanted to get a headstart on preparing it might be a good idea to practise writing an essay a few times a week, and getting someone to give you feedback, just to get into the habit of writing under time pressure.
look through the year 9 maths textbook, and familiarise yourself with the content.
i would also suggest doing maybe one hendersons mock exam, which i found was very helpful in consolidating weaknesses and strengths, although if you opt for this do it closer to the actual exam next year.
i would say more than just studying, immerse yourself in many extracurriculars and leadership opportunities, as selective schools often looks for well rounded students if it comes to the interview process.
good luck! it's great that you have started prep so early, but keep in mind that the selective schools are just that, schools. at the end of the day they have their own pros and cons and it really really is not a gateway to a perfect atar of your dreams. regardless of what school you go to, anything you want to achieve is possible.
feel free to ask any more questions! ;)
Thanks so much for this info! i was just wondering if you know how to structure essays ( persuasive and creative ) also just a question out of curiosity, did you try out for the exam ?
Post by: lastapasta on July 28, 2019, 12:48:29 pm
Thanks so much for this info! i was just wondering if you know how to structure essays ( persuasive and creative ) also just a question out of curiosity, did you try out for the exam ?
hi, yes i did try out and was successful in getting a place at macrob!
for persuasive: basically i think i just did intro, 3 body paragraphs and a conclusion, just your ordinary structure. but one of the body paragraphs i wrote was a rebuttal of the other side, which is completely up to you if you want to include.
for creative: basically any structure works, but you need to have a concrete plot, instead of just writing poetry or something, as all the prompts are clear and specific. with creative, i found it helped to have a few storylines i was comfortable writing that i could adapt for any prompt.
hope that helps! feel free to pm me for more details about the exam or anything :)
Post by: kjistsehrtot on July 28, 2019, 04:09:43 pm
- read a variety of novels and newspapers
- did a lot of james an practice papers (im pretty sure you can buy some off of here?)
- did year 9 and year 10 maths
- timed myself with tests id make for myself
pm me if you have anymore questions <33
Post by: gasha1920 on July 30, 2019, 08:03:30 pm
Because I was trying to book for Henderson practise tests and tuition!
Post by: rakshanaraj06 on July 31, 2019, 09:14:52 am
Does anyone know if it is analytical or persuasive and if so what is the difference?No, you won't know if it is going to be analytical or creative prior to the exam. You will find out when you are about to start the writing part of the exam.
Because I was trying to book for Henderson practise tests and tuition!
However, this year it was creative :)
Post by: Meg210706 on August 31, 2020, 04:11:03 pm
Post by: homeworkisapotato on August 31, 2020, 09:00:59 pm
All the best!!
Post by: runa123 on September 03, 2020, 11:43:54 am
Thanks
Post by: AMC for life on September 03, 2020, 12:10:38 pm
Does anyone have any advice for the exam? Also if you went to JAC, What kind if results did you get on the practice tests? How similar were JAC tests to the exam tests?Also, don’t compare the results. Be more focused on beating your competition. Again aim for top 5. Results are similar, and the actual test is only slightly harder. The big mock exam from jac which you will have in March next year, is very hard. If you get a few superiors in that, you have an extreme good chance of getting in.
Thanks
Post by: homeworkisapotato on September 03, 2020, 12:11:12 pm
1. Spend a maximum of 30 seconds for each question. If you still don't know the answer flag it, skip it, and come back after
2. Know which questions to skip. In maths and numerical reasoning, I skipped the questions with the long passages and instead came back to them in the end. If you spend like a minute reading the passage and not know how to answer them, that's a waste of more than a minute.
3. If you get halfway through the exam and feel a bit hopeless because in the worst case scenario you keep skipping questions, flip to the end questions and do those. Usually the easier questions are at the start and end, and they put the harder ones in the middle to slow down students
4. With writing, always allocate at least 2 minutes for planning. You want to visualise a structure for your essay before you start writing because if you get stuck halfway then it can be game over for you.
5. For writing, make sure to remember the basics such as punctuation, grammar, polished vocabulary, etc. To build these skills READ.
6. For mathematics, the curriculum mostly covers Year 8-9. It would be great if you could learn linear equations, speed&distance&time questions, money, trigonometry, volume and area, and other Year 8/9 topics.
7. Make sure to have a good sleep, eat healthy, DRINK A LOT OF WATER BETWEEN THE EXAMS.
Results in JAC
My first tests for each topic I got really really bad. Like 30% in verbal and mathematics, and 60% in numerical and reading comprehension. It was mostly due to the fact that the timing is really bad for edutest and I hadn't covered much of the content. After a few weeks of asking a lot of questions in class, analysing patterns, and fixing my weaknesses my results spiked to superiors for the next 8 months. Keep in mind that I went to an accelerated program so I didn't need to study much outside of school as much of the maths and writing was covered at school. JAC doesn't let you take the tests home but the week after each test, JAC would give these sheets with each question number, what topic that question was, how many students got it right, and if you got that right. The best way to improve is to analyse a couple of weeks' worth of those sheets, find a pattern for your weaknesses and work on them. Khanacademy is great for this and has a lot of videos for mathematics. If writing is your weakness then search prompts up and write them, and then ask your JAC English teacher or your school English teacher for feedback. The practice papers at JAC should be enough for you to get the hang of timing but it's good for you to be able to identify questions you should probably skip. I always skipped the money questions and the questions with a large amount of writing.
How similar were JAC tests to the exam tests?
Very accurate. In fact, I think some of the tests they give are harder versions. As in the same topics are in the practice tests but they give harder versions. I don't think any other testing centre is that accurate, especially Henderson's. I went to their exam and it was REALLY easy, way easier than the actual exam. I got 5 superiors and 1 above average on the Henderson's exam as opposed to 4 superiors and 2 high averages (ugh, writing) on the real one. However, I still recommend you go to one of their trial exams as it gives you the experience of the testing conditions.
The biggest tip I'd give you is use those sheets that JAC gives you every week. Almost no one does but it's the best way for your results to sky rocket.
All the best! With hard and smart work you'll get in for sure!!
Post by: runa123 on September 03, 2020, 12:19:19 pm
Advice for the examsThanks so much for all the detail! I really appreciate it
1. Spend a maximum of 30 seconds for each question. If you still don't know the answer flag it, skip it, and come back after
2. Know which questions to skip. In maths and numerical reasoning, I skipped the questions with the long passages and instead came back to them in the end. If you spend like a minute reading the passage and not know how to answer them, that's a waste of more than a minute.
3. If you get halfway through the exam and feel a bit hopeless because in the worst case scenario you keep skipping questions, flip to the end questions and do those. Usually the easier questions are at the start and end, and they put the harder ones in the middle to slow down students
4. With writing, always allocate at least 2 minutes for planning. You want to visualise a structure for your essay before you start writing because if you get stuck halfway then it can be game over for you.
5. For writing, make sure to remember the basics such as punctuation, grammar, polished vocabulary, etc. To build these skills READ.
6. For mathematics, the curriculum mostly covers Year 8-9. It would be great if you could learn linear equations, speed&distance&time questions, money, trigonometry, volume and area, and other Year 8/9 topics.
7. Make sure to have a good sleep, eat healthy, DRINK A LOT OF WATER BETWEEN THE EXAMS.
Results in JAC
My first tests for each topic I got really really bad. Like 30% in verbal and mathematics, and 60% in numerical and reading comprehension. It was mostly due to the fact that the timing is really bad for edutest and I hadn't covered much of the content. After a few weeks of asking a lot of questions in class, analysing patterns, and fixing my weaknesses my results spiked to superiors for the next 8 months. Keep in mind that I went to an accelerated program so I didn't need to study much outside of school as much of the maths and writing was covered at school. JAC doesn't let you take the tests home but the week after each test, JAC would give these sheets with each question number, what topic that question was, how many students got it right, and if you got that right. The best way to improve is to analyse a couple of weeks' worth of those sheets, find a pattern for your weaknesses and work on them. Khanacademy is great for this and has a lot of videos for mathematics. If writing is your weakness then search prompts up and write them, and then ask your JAC English teacher or your school English teacher for feedback. The practice papers at JAC should be enough for you to get the hang of timing but it's good for you to be able to identify questions you should probably skip. I always skipped the money questions and the questions with a large amount of writing.
How similar were JAC tests to the exam tests?
Very accurate. In fact, I think some of the tests they give are harder versions. As in the same topics are in the practice tests but they give harder versions. I don't think any other testing centre is that accurate, especially Henderson's. I went to their exam and it was REALLY easy, way easier than the actual exam. I got 5 superiors and 1 above average on the Henderson's exam as opposed to 4 superiors and 2 high averages (ugh, writing) on the real one. However, I still recommend you go to one of their trial exams as it gives you the experience of the testing conditions.
The biggest tip I'd give you is use those sheets that JAC gives you every week. Almost no one does but it's the best way for your results to sky rocket.
All the best! With hard and smart work you'll get in for sure!!
Post by: Meg210706 on September 05, 2020, 11:10:40 pm
Post by: runa123 on September 06, 2020, 03:20:06 pm
Do you think the test will be online coz of restrictions?I don't know. That's what my mum thinks though!
Post by: Alomoac on September 06, 2020, 07:19:36 pm
I don't know. That's what my mum thinks though!
Same, my tutor teacher thinks it will be online too. I'm so worried for the test, my sister was successful and got a place in Suazzane so I'm super worried the consequences of me failing. Right now I'm keeping my head high and hoping for the best. I wish you good luck for the test.
Post by: Meg210706 on September 06, 2020, 11:26:42 pm
Same, my tutor teacher thinks it will be online too. I'm so worried for the test, my sister was successful and got a place in Suazzane so I'm super worried the consequences of me failing. Right now I'm keeping my head high and hoping for the best. I wish you good luck for the test.
Dont worry I'm sure you'll do just fine!! I'm just honestly worried about the fact that the superior score might be higher this year if the test is online coz theres a chance people might cheat. 🤷♀️
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 09:46:32 am
same, I think people might cheat. The thing is though if people feel like they need to cheat then why are they doing this test. People applying for year 10 are doing it online. I think they have to keep their camera's on and the screen probably locks to the test.
Dont worry I'm sure you'll do just fine!! I'm just honestly worried about the fact that the superior score might be higher this year if the test is online coz theres a chance people might cheat. 🤷♀️
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 11:17:22 am
same, I think people might cheat. The thing is though if people feel like they need to cheat then why are they doing this test. People applying for year 10 are doing it online. I think they have to keep their camera's on and the screen probably locks to the test.
I heard from Years 9's who applied for a spot in a Year 10 selective school that the EduTest people will have your IP address and be able to trace the search history of all the devices under that IP address. But sadly it still doesn't stop others from using calculators.
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 11:23:27 am
I heard from Years 9's who applied for a spot in a Year 10 selective school that the EduTest people will have your IP address and be able to trace the search history of all the devices under that IP address. But sadly it still doesn't stop others from using calculators.I feel like they should just get people to do the test at their school and send a recording
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 11:36:09 am
I feel like they should just get people to do the test at their school and send a recording
Or they could have students complete the test at their local library and have the librarians look out for cheaters.
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 11:42:15 am
Or they could have students complete the test at their local library and have the librarians look out for cheaters.yeah, I don't trust people to not cheat
The library would be a good place
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 11:48:19 am
yeah, I don't trust people to not cheatYeah exactly, I think either libraries or doing the test at school would be a great way to make sure no one cheats but I highly doubt that we'd be allowed to because of the extended lockdown.
The library would be a good place
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 11:50:50 am
same, I think people might cheat. The thing is though if people feel like they need to cheat then why are they doing this test. People applying for year 10 are doing it online. I think they have to keep their camera's on and the screen probably locks to the test.
Yeah definitely but like it'd be hard to do it online coz like nearly 4,000 people r doing it and there's gonna be some sort of I.T problem and you can't keep track of everyone's camera and surrounding. Idk tho 🤷♀️
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 11:54:10 am
Yeah definitely but like it'd be hard to do it online coz like nearly 4,000 people r doing it and there's gonna be some sort of I.T problem and you can't keep track of everyone's camera and surrounding. Idk tho 🤷♀️Even if we did end up doing the test at the Showgrounds, we would probably have a two week quarantine because there'd be some kid who gets covid-19
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 11:55:03 am
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 12:09:15 pm
I really don't want to do the test online. It seems there are many ways to cheat and I can't trust people, my internet also sometimes drops out as well. I get headaches after reading or being on screen for a long time too.
I agree, its definitely a risk coz people will have the opportunity to cheat and I guess it would be deemed unfair to those who don't cheat and actually try their hardest but don't get an offer from a school because of those who cheated.
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 12:09:29 pm
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 12:12:45 pm
I hate doing tests online, I can't concentrate.
Same, btw do u think to get into Macrob you'll need like atleast 3 superiors out of 5
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 12:14:26 pm
Why did everyone decide to apply to a selective school?
(I wanted to go to a more academically focused school, my mum also encouraged me)
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 12:16:03 pm
Same, btw do u think to get into Macrob you'll need like atleast 3 superiors out of 5probably, I'm hoping to get three because it gives a fairly good chance
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 12:21:19 pm
I have a question:
Why did everyone decide to apply to a selective school?
(I wanted to go to a more academically focused school, my mum also encouraged me)
That's my reason as well, Macrob has great VCE results and because I wanna focus on Science as a core subject for VCE my parents recommended I try out for selective.
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 12:22:23 pm
probably, I'm hoping to get three because it gives a fairly good chanceHave you done practice tests, like I've done a few but idk what scores mean superior and above average and etc.
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 12:28:34 pm
Have you done practice tests, like I've done a few but idk what scores mean superior and above average and etc.Yes, I've done quite a few
Henderson's tests are a lot easier than the real test I think.
If you do JAC the teacher's have told us those are slightly harder than the real test, the top category is a superior
I guess aim for like at least 85% ish
There are some tests where the superior score is higher than others.
The superiors depend on how well the rest of the people score
Post by: MAN0033 on September 07, 2020, 12:36:41 pm
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 12:37:03 pm
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 01:13:17 pm
I've done quite a few practice tests from James An. The practice tests are hard and I rarely score higher than 60%/70%. I really want to get into Suazzane Cory though!
I went to JAC at the start but couldnt het more than 50% lol but I quit and joined a different tutoring. Do you think getting say 35/50 and 42/60 would be enough to get atleast an Above Average. And good luck with that I'm sure you'll so great I'm hoping to get into Macrob 😁
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 01:28:09 pm
I went to JAC at the start but couldnt het more than 50% lol but I quit and joined a different tutoring. Do you think getting say 35/50 and 42/60 would be enough to get atleast an Above Average. And good luck with that I'm sure you'll so great I'm hoping to get into Macrob 😁
I think it depends how the other students at your school that also applied performs. My sister got into Suazzane with an average and not 1 superior because her school didn't have many students that performed well.
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 01:30:26 pm
I think it depends how the other students at your school that also applied performs. I sister got into Suazzane with an average and not 1 superior because her school didn't have many students that performed well.Ahh okok theres only 2 people at my school doing the test including me, my parents say that the test will probably be still conducted at the show grounds but we'll have to get our temperature checked and our parents arent allowed in and stuff.
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 01:32:13 pm
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 01:41:37 pm
Hopefully it will still be at the showgrounds. But how many students are in your Year 8 Cohort? The selective schools can only take a maximum of 5% of your Year 8 Cohort.Theres around 90 people in my cohort like max but no one else except my friend and I r doing the test. Hbu?
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 01:43:26 pm
Theres around 90 people in my cohort like max but no one else except my friend and I r doing the test. Hbu?I think I'm the only person doing the test in my year
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 01:45:26 pm
Theres around 90 people in my cohort like max but no one else except my friend and I r doing the test. Hbu?
I have about 150-170ish students in my cohort and from what I know of, 5 are applying from my school.
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 01:49:47 pm
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 01:53:32 pm
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Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 01:59:45 pm
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 02:10:02 pm
Same, sometimes I forget what I was planning to write then my story just strays from the main plot. I am hoping for persuasive too. Do you know if we do get persuasive, will we get statistics to use as evidence in our essay?We probably won't get many statistics but, there might be one from each side
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 02:12:17 pm
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 02:18:45 pm
Same, sometimes I forget what I was planning to write then my story just strays from the main plot. I am hoping for persuasive too. Do you know if we do get persuasive, will we get statistics to use as evidence in our essay?When I did practice exams I usually got a small paragraph on the topic and then the topic sentence. Idk it that'll happen in the actual exam tho. Is everyone on this forum trying out for either Macrob or Suzanne?
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 02:21:52 pm
When I did practice exams I usually got a small paragraph on the topic and then the topic sentence. Idk it that'll happen in the actual exam tho. Is everyone on this forum trying out for either Macrob or Suzanne?I'm applying to Mac.Rob!
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 02:23:57 pm
When I did practice exams I usually got a small paragraph on the topic and then the topic sentence. Idk it that'll happen in the actual exam tho. Is everyone on this forum trying out for either Macrob or Suzanne?
I'm applying for Suzanne Cory. My head hurts like crazy right now. Maybe I need to get more sleep.
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 02:29:18 pm
I'm applying to Mac.Rob!Sweet so am I!! I think theres like 2,000 others who are applying as well for Macrob lol
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 02:32:17 pm
Sweet so am I!! I think theres like 2,000 others who are applying as well for Macrob lolWe might be future classmates what language are you planning on doing?
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 02:34:26 pm
We might be future classmates what language are you planning on doing?I might take either japanese or French idk yet lol hbu
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 02:37:29 pm
I might take either japanese or French idk yet lol hbuCool! Same
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 02:41:41 pm
Cool! SameSweet I hope we both get in, idk bout anyone else but I'm so worried lol
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 02:46:54 pm
Sweet I hope we both get in, idk bout anyone else but I'm so worried lolI'm worried too. I've had to reassure myself that it wouldn't be the end of the world if I didn't get in.
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 02:52:22 pm
I'm worried too. I've had to reassure myself that it wouldn't be the end of the world if I didn't get in.Same lol like it's kind of a big deal but at the same time it's not like our life is gonna end if we dont get in but it'd be nice if we did yk.
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 02:57:41 pm
Same lol like it's kind of a big deal but at the same time it's not like our life is gonna end if we dont get in but it'd be nice if we did yk.I would just feel sad if I didn't get in.
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 02:59:23 pm
I would just feel sad if I didn't get in.Yep same, I hope the test isnt too hard lol
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 03:02:46 pm
Yep same, I hope the test isnt too hard lolThe real test is meant to be easier than the JAC test so that calmed me down
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 03:22:33 pm
The real test is meant to be easier than the JAC test so that calmed me downWould they be the same level as the ones from Hendersons
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 03:33:50 pm
Would they be the same level as the ones from HendersonsI think the real test would be harder
Post by: id_in_progress on September 07, 2020, 03:54:32 pm
I think the real test would be harder
What kind of questions are on the Henderson test?
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 04:00:18 pm
What kind of questions are on the Henderson test?Trigonometry, surds, worded problems, factorisation, volume
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 04:10:02 pm
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 04:19:02 pm
I'm so worried though. I don't want my tutor or my parents to be disappointed in me. I know they will say they aren't but in the inside they are. For now, I'm going to keep my head high and hope for the best.
I'm sure they wont be disappointed in you, if you put 100% of ur effort into preparing and during the exam then I'm sure you'll get the results you want!!
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 04:21:10 pm
I'm sure they wont be disappointed in you, if you put 100% of ur effort into preparing and during the exam then I'm sure you'll get the results you want!!
I hope we all can make it into the selective school that we chose as a first preference. Good luck to everyone!
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 04:24:03 pm
I hope we all can make it into the selective school that we chose as a first preference. Good luck to everyone!Good luck to u too, btw will we get an email about where and how the exam is gonna be conducted on the 14th?
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 04:24:56 pm
I'm so worried though. I don't want my tutor or my parents to be disappointed in me. I know they will say they aren't but in the inside they are. For now, I'm going to keep my head high and hope for the best.You won't be a disappointment. The only person this should effect is you. It shouldn't matter to your parents or your tutor. Getting in doesn't make you any more intelligent than not getting in. Some people guess all the answers and get in. Unlikely, but it happens. Just don't consider your self a disappointment based on one exam and an application for one school.
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 04:26:11 pm
You won't be a disappointment. The only person this should effect is you. It shouldn't matter to your parents or your tutor. Getting in doesn't make you any more intelligent than not getting in. Some people guess all the answers and get in. Unlikely, but it happens. Just don't consider your self a disappointment based on one exam and an application for one school.
Thank you, I'll definitely take these wise words into consideration.
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 04:26:34 pm
Good luck to u too, btw will we get an email about where and how the exam is gonna be conducted on the 14th?
Most likely we will be getting an update on the 14th.
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 04:56:38 pm
Most likely we will be getting an update on the 14th.Oh okay thnx!
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 05:50:01 pm
Oh okay thnx!Fingers crossed it'll be at the showgrounds
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 06:03:43 pm
Fingers crossed it'll be at the showgrounds
Fingers crossed!
Post by: 1729 on September 07, 2020, 06:44:30 pm
In light of the Premier’s announcements on Sunday the 6th of September, the exam will be postponed, confirmation of the postponed details will be sent only to registered email addresses, and I will also keep you all updated through this thread. I don't have specific details now. All I currently know is that the examination will be postponed.
Suzanne Cory, a school who is apart of the selective entry high school network has made a post on their facebook page explaining that the exam is going to be postponed again.
Here is the post for convenience:
Due to the announcements yesterday in regards to the extended Stage 4 restrictions currently in place in Metro Melbourne, the examination date will need to be postponed to a later date.
The Selective Entry Network, consisting of all four Victorian Selective Entry High Schools are currently being guided by The Department for the next steps moving forward.
Thank you again for your patience as we are guided through this unique situation.
Stay safe!
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Good luck to everyone sitting the exam!
What tutoring do you guys go to now? I go to James An btw, applying for MHS.
Post by: id_in_progress on September 07, 2020, 07:02:39 pm
Hi everybody!
In light of the Premier’s announcements on Sunday the 6th of September, the exam will be postponed, confirmation of the postponed details will be sent only to registered email addresses, and I will also keep you all updated through this thread. I don't have specific details now. All I currently know is that the examination will be postponed.
Suzanne Cory, a school who is apart of the selective entry high school network has made a post on their facebook page explaining that the exam is going to be postponed again.
Here is the post for convenience:
Good luck to everyone sitting the exam!
What tutoring do you guys go to now? I go to James An btw, applying for MHS.
... I read wrong right? Plz tell me I did :'(
Post by: 1729 on September 07, 2020, 07:06:31 pm
Yeahh haha
... I read wrong right? Plz tell me I did :'(
Sometimes I just wanna get it over and done with.
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 07:07:51 pm
Hi everybody!
In light of the Premier’s announcements on Sunday the 6th of September, the exam will be postponed, confirmation of the postponed details will be sent only to registered email addresses, and I will also keep you all updated through this thread. I don't have specific details now. All I currently know is that the examination will be postponed.
Suzanne Cory, a school who is apart of the selective entry high school network has made a post on their facebook page explaining that the exam is going to be postponed again.
Here is the post for convenience:
Good luck to everyone sitting the exam!
What tutoring do you guys go to now? I go to James An btw, applying for MHS.
Hey, thank you for this update. It really sucks to hear because now the stress will continue to burn.
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 07:10:45 pm
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 07:14:20 pm
Post by: 1729 on September 07, 2020, 07:22:51 pm
Hey, thank you for this update. It really sucks to hear because now the stress will continue to burn.Yeah, I think it makes sense, but it also have some negative connotations as well. Infact, they conducted online testing with the Year 10 entrance exams, and due to the restricting time frame to select students they cancelled the essay componentand students were asked to submit a personal statement outlining the reasons for them wanting to attend a selective school to the school itself.
However, we will probably not have to write a personal statement as the selection for year 10 entry is at the principals discretion and isn't governered by the department of education, like the year 9 entrance is. But there is a possibility of the writing examination being cancelled, which isn't good at all and it'll make the whole thing 20% more competitive.
But anyways guys, lets not worry about what will happen with the examination. It's the Selective Entrys units job to worry about what will happen.
However, I will also like to say, when you hear information about the examination details make sure its from official sources. There do exist people who would be willing to create such documents to hurt or mislead others and give them the false hope/information as a result of it.
Anything posted on this website or sent form this email [email protected] can be seen as official and confirmed. As well as the schools who are apart of the Victorian Selective Entry High Schools networks' websites.
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 07:25:48 pm
I'm hoping this is just a joke
It's quite inconvenient I really just wanted to get this test over and done with but now we gotta wait longer:(
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 07:26:52 pm
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 07:33:00 pm
My mum hasn't gotten any emails yetMine hasnt either I think they'll send the email out tomorrow or soemthing
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 07:37:32 pm
Mine hasnt either I think they'll send the email out tomorrow or soemthing
You can find the information on Suzanne Cory's Facebook page.
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 07:41:30 pm
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 08:02:10 pm
it's weird because, it's only on the Suzanne Cory Facebook and not on any of the other school's facebooks. It's not on Suzanne Cory's instagram either. This may or not be me in denialBahaha yeah I'm pretending as if it's fake news but it's on their official facebook page so its probably not
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 08:10:34 pm
Bahaha yeah I'm pretending as if it's fake news but it's on their official facebook page so its probably notSame though, I'm pretending it's someone who's salty about the fact they might not get in and therefore decided to trick people to make it easier for them to get in.
Post by: Alomoac on September 07, 2020, 08:12:52 pm
Same though, I'm pretending it's someone who's salty about the fact they might not get in and therefore decided to trick people to make it easier for them to get in.
I want to get the exams over and one with and out of my way. I just don't the exams to resort to online because then people will have advantages and many will be disadvantaged.
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 08:15:20 pm
Same though, I'm pretending it's someone who's salty about the fact they might not get in and therefore decided to trick people to make it easier for them to get in.
Same lol like they'll probably have to postpone it till like late October or early november maybe so that the restrictions ease down
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 08:16:41 pm
Same lol like they'll probably have to postpone it till like late October or early november maybe so that the restrictions ease downIt's so sad
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 08:23:31 pm
It's so sadYeah I've been preparing for like ever and I'm honestly over it now lol
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 08:24:47 pm
Yeah I've been preparing for like ever and I'm honestly over it now lolI'm kind of glad we did have that two months because that's when I started properly studying though but now everyone's over it
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 08:27:02 pm
I'm kind of glad we did have that two months because that's when I started properly studying though but now everyone's over itYeah June to Spetember was a good gap for a lot of people to fully prepare but now its just annoying lol
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 08:27:58 pm
Yeah June to Spetember was a good gap for a lot of people to fully prepare but now its just annoying lolI hate covid
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 08:30:00 pm
I hate covidSame :(
Post by: runa123 on September 07, 2020, 08:32:26 pm
Same :(it really puts your life on hold
Post by: Meg210706 on September 07, 2020, 09:52:07 pm
it really puts your life on holdIt kind of does, doesnt it
Post by: runa123 on September 08, 2020, 09:41:59 am
Post by: Meg210706 on September 08, 2020, 01:33:32 pm
I really want the fact that the exam has been postponed confirmed by another school or for it to be emailed.Yeah same no one else has said anything
Post by: runa123 on September 08, 2020, 01:41:32 pm
Post by: runa123 on September 08, 2020, 01:53:29 pm
1. It's the only school posting about this
2. It's not on their instagram
3. The education department hasn't said anything
4. That I know of no one has been emailed
5. It would be quite easy to hack the Facebook server and it wouldn't be that hard to make the post look professional and in a Suzanne Corey format as it has previously been used.
6. It seems a bit weird
7. Wouldn't there have been a more formal announcement
8. It should say something on the website
9. It's not an official announcement
If anyone finds any information please reply
Post by: runa123 on September 08, 2020, 02:28:21 pm
Oh wow yeah that's true but if it was a scam they would've deleted it by now wouldn't they?If someone hacked it's likely they changed the password
Post by: Alomoac on September 08, 2020, 02:38:29 pm
If someone hacked it's likely they changed the password
If their Facebook got hacked my sister would've known because she goes to Suazzane. But I would still continue to study because this hasn't been confirmed by the other Selective schools or the department.
Post by: runa123 on September 08, 2020, 02:56:28 pm
If their Facebook got hacked my sister would've known because she goes to Suazzane. But I would still continue to study because this hasn't been confirmed by the other Selective schools or the department.ok
Post by: MAN0033 on September 08, 2020, 04:22:34 pm
I think Suzanne Corey's post may be a scam for the following reasons:
1. It's the only school posting about this
2. It's not on their instagram
3. The education department hasn't said anything
4. That I know of no one has been emailed
5. It would be quite easy to hack the Facebook server and it wouldn't be that hard to make the post look professional and in a Suzanne Corey format as it has previously been used.
6. It seems a bit weird
7. Wouldn't there have been a more formal announcement
8. It should say something on the website
9. It's not an official announcement
If anyone finds any information please reply
Hi,
I am going to say this in the nicest way possible guys but why do you come up with theories. A selective school has posted it. I bet if MHS or Macrob posted this you would have concluded this is real. Don't jump to conclusions and focus on studying for your upcoming test instead of formulating ridiculous theories. Your applying for the wrong school, if you want to be a theoretical physicist go to JMSS.
Sincerely, MAN0033
Post by: Meg210706 on September 08, 2020, 04:56:06 pm
Post by: runa123 on September 08, 2020, 04:59:57 pm
Hi does anyone know if the test will have a lot of questions relating to circle geometry??probably
Post by: Meg210706 on September 08, 2020, 05:15:17 pm
probably
Cool thnx!
Post by: Alomoac on September 08, 2020, 06:49:49 pm
Hi does anyone know if the test will have a lot of questions relating to circle geometry??
What is circle geometry? You guys are making me feel puny and inadequate.
Post by: runa123 on September 08, 2020, 07:25:05 pm
What is circle geometry? You guys are making me feel puny and inadequate.Things like working out angles of triangles that are in circles
Post by: Alomoac on September 09, 2020, 10:14:19 am
Post by: runa123 on September 09, 2020, 10:36:46 am
Do you guys go to any selective school tutors? Or any tutors in general for preparation for the exam?JAC
Post by: Meg210706 on September 09, 2020, 10:44:47 am
Do you guys go to any selective school tutors? Or any tutors in general for preparation for the exam?Yeah I go to a private tutor
Post by: Alomoac on September 09, 2020, 10:52:27 am
Post by: runa123 on September 09, 2020, 11:20:24 am
Guys, your parents would've probably just received an email from the department. The exam has been delayed and you can request for a refund and withdraw from the exam.I heard I'm not withdrawing though, are you?
Post by: Alomoac on September 09, 2020, 11:22:04 am
I heard I'm not withdrawing though, are you?
Definitely not.
Post by: Alomoac on September 09, 2020, 11:25:50 am
Post by: runa123 on September 09, 2020, 11:34:00 am
To prepare for the exam I go to JAC and a private tutor. How are you keeping up at JAC?Pretty good, I usually get around 80-85% on the tests so I'm coping well I think
Post by: Alomoac on September 09, 2020, 11:37:03 am
Pretty good, I usually get around 80-85% on the tests so I'm coping well I think
Do you know what percentage ranks as a high average, above average or superior?
Post by: runa123 on September 09, 2020, 11:48:03 am
Do you know what percentage ranks as a high average, above average or superior?It depends on how well everyone else does. If the average score was 60 percent and you got 60 percent you would be average. You can't really determine if you'll get in or not, because everyone else's score effects yours.
I think superior is like top 10%
Above is the 10% below
And High is the section below that
Post by: Alomoac on September 09, 2020, 11:56:55 am
It depends on how well everyone else does. If the average score was 60 percent and you got 60 percent you would be average. You can't really determine if you'll get in or not, because everyone else's score effects yours.
I think superior is like top 10%
Above is the 10% below
And High is the section below that
Yep thank you. I think you would've gotten a superior.
Post by: homeworkisapotato on September 09, 2020, 12:02:24 pm
Pretty good, I usually get around 80-85% on the tests so I'm coping well I thinkTo safely score a superior in the actual exam I recommend 90%+ every week :D
Post by: 1729 on September 09, 2020, 12:06:26 pm
Too many typos imo.
Post by: Alomoac on September 09, 2020, 12:10:07 pm
Is it just me though, or has JAC been slack with there simulation exams lately?
Too many typos imo.
Yep, like 2 weeks ago the practice test had these yellow sticky notes on them that would give you the answer. Are you applying for year 9 entry?
Post by: 1729 on September 09, 2020, 12:11:19 pm
Yep, like 2 weeks ago the practice test had these yellow sticky notes on them that would give you the answer. Are you applying for year 9 entry?Yea I'm applying for MHS Year 9 entry. There was also a few typos in this weeks maths as well.
Post by: runa123 on September 09, 2020, 12:14:13 pm
Yea I'm applying for MHS Year 9 entry. There was also a few typos in this weeks maths as well.there was one time where all the right answers were in bold
Post by: Alomoac on September 09, 2020, 12:14:54 pm
Yea I'm applying for MHS Year 9 entry. There was also a few typos in this weeks maths as well.
Good luck on the exam and it is really infuriating with the typos. I'm applying for Suzanne Cory.
Post by: runa123 on September 09, 2020, 12:17:43 pm
This week I knew I was right because it was a simple equation and they had no right answer so then I used a calculator and there was no right answer
Post by: 1729 on September 09, 2020, 12:19:08 pm
there was one time where all the right answers were in boldYeah I remember that lmao. Perhaps we should move this discussion to Casual chat so we don't over fill the recent posts board.
Post by: Lear on September 09, 2020, 07:05:34 pm
Pretty good, I usually get around 80-85% on the tests so I'm coping well I think
Is this the TT Edu exams and also under timed test conditions? If so that is quite impressive. I've seen those exams as I have a younger sibling sitting the exam next year. They are not easy and have some bizarre questions at the year 10-12 level for things like Math...
Post by: runa123 on September 09, 2020, 07:13:06 pm
Is this the TT Edu exams and also under timed test conditions? If so that is quite impressive. I've seen those exams as I have a younger sibling sitting the exam next year. They are not easy and have some bizarre questions at the year 10-12 level for things like Math...I time myself and when we had on location tutoring they used to time us, the topics became gradually harder and the times became shorter so we used to get 5 minute extensions (not sure if other people had this)!
Post by: id_in_progress on October 17, 2020, 06:21:26 pm
Post by: aDistraction on December 15, 2020, 01:58:59 pm
Post by: sweetiepi on December 15, 2020, 02:21:46 pm
RIP lifeHey, I'm sorry to see that you say that.
I'm not a professional, but if you need help, definitely reach out. If you prefer someone off the forums, some important contacts are BeyondBlue (https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/get-immediate-support), KidsHelpline (https://kidshelpline.com.au), and HeadSpace (https://headspace.org.au). :)
Post by: Green_turtle on December 15, 2020, 03:11:07 pm
RIP life
It's not the end of your life.
If you are academic, you will do really well at any school iMO. The school won't define you.
Are your parents ok or r they pissed/upset?
Post by: aDistraction on December 17, 2020, 02:19:34 pm
It's not the end of your life.
If you are academic, you will do really well at any school iMO. The school won't define you.
Are your parents ok or r they pissed/upset?
They’re pissed. And upset. I’m gonna try out for yr 10 nxt yr and they’re refusing to send me for tuition. So that’s going grEat.
Post by: waterangel82 on December 17, 2020, 03:50:42 pm
They’re pissed. And upset. I’m gonna try out for yr 10 nxt yr and they’re refusing to send me for tuition. So that’s going grEat.
Hey,
First of all, its ok to feel upset. I understand you're disappointed, and so are your parents. But it's important to remember that even though you're not able to get into macrob this year, it's not the end of your academic career. There have been many people from non-select entry public schools who have scored 99+, and honestly, even if you end up attending macrob, you can't guarantee that you will necessarily do very well (have seen cases where people who did better than me in the select entry exam get a much lower ATAR in the end).
I think your parents may have a good reason not to pay for your tuition. If your current school's decent and there are a few dedicated teachers, if you stay at your current school and work hard, there will be teachers who go above and beyond and help you to achieve the best academically. On the other hand, being an ex select entry student myself, I've had some of the worst teachers I've ever encountered, and had to rely on a lot of self-study to push through. That saying, I did not attend Macrob, so teachers there might be quite different. But I just wanted to let you know that it's not the end all be all, and you can still do really well even if you don't get in.
Post by: Sanju271 on December 26, 2020, 02:24:40 am
Can you please give me your creative writing storylines for selective school
thankx
abhi
Post by: Alomoac on January 03, 2021, 10:27:26 pm
Hi
Can you please give me your creative writing storylines for selective school
thankx
abhi
you can check some out on jayce's video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBYoRpCs-J8
Post by: Alomoac on November 14, 2021, 12:31:17 am
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3xJQbShFwwWVubDO3f6uWB?si=91e94a5bb3474e5f
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