On Wednesday 27^th August the Damascus College Learning and Teaching team welcomed Year 12 families to the second Family Partnership Program parent information session ‘Towards the Finishing Line.’

A team of experts shared their knowledge and strategies to assist Year 12 students and families in getting the most out of the next few months, in the run home for their final year of secondary studies.

Staff shared important insights on VCE and VM including study tips, key dates, and some important self-care strategies for students and parents, to reduce the stress and anxiety associated with exams and finishing school.

There were lots of key take-aways for families to put into place to set their student up for success. As students navigate their career choices for life after school, important VTAC information was given, including key tips for accessing scholarships, gap year pros and cons, ways to choose a course that is right for you, and a reminder that students are more than just an ATAR and no matter your results, there are always options to follow the path you desire.

Throughout the session, it was a joy to welcome back 2024 College Captain Paris Govan, as she shared her recent experience and study strategies to the audience, and they appreciated hearing first-hand how she applied herself to achieve success.

Thank you to the many families that braved the cold of the evening, to partner with Damascus College in supporting students in their final months of secondary school.

A friendly reminder to Damascus families, that the third and final Family Partnership Program for 2025, is on Thursday 20 November with the topic of Respectful Relationships, to register please click here: https://www.trybooking.com/DCMHB