Year 7 - 12 Success Seminar Day

An Introduction to Matrix: High School Success Seminar Day for Year 7 - 12 students

📚 Secrets to acing the VCE Seminar

Time: 1:30pm - 2:20pm

Presenter: Dr Alex Agyros

Who is it for: Year 9 - 12 students and parents

Planning for the VCE can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. This seminar provides a clear explanation of how the VCE works and how your ATAR will be calculated, so you can make informed decisions about your subject choices and time allocation.

All About ATAR and VCE Marks

• Learn how your ATAR is determined and what it represents.
• Understand the difference between VCE raw marks and adjusted marks.
• Hear why assessment marks are moderated and how this process impacts your VCE marks.

How to Achieve Your ATAR Goal

• Break down your ATAR goal into subject-specific targets.
• Learn how to use school rankings and their historical Band 6 results to set realistic goals.
• Discover the importance of regular tracking to monitor your progress and stay on course toward achieving your ATAR goal.

📐 Year 7 - 10: Maths Skills Seminar

Time: 2:30pm - 3:20pm

Presenter: Ms Brook Stefanou

Who is it for: Year 7 - 10 students and parents

Maths is a cornerstone of academic success, but it’s also a subject that many students find challenging. 

• Build strong foundations in key mathematical concepts.
• Learn problem-solving techniques to tackle challenging questions.
• Boost your confidence in maths with practical tips and strategies.
• Understand how to study maths effectively for long-term success.
• Prepare for higher-level maths courses and competitive exams.

📖 Year 11 - 12: How to Excel in VCE English

Time: 2:30pm - 3:20pm

Who is it for: Year 11 - 12 students and parents

• Clearly understand the requirements of the VCE English syllabus
• Develop the key study strategies that lead to success in English
• Learn actionable tips on improving your English skills
• Gain insight into how English study differs from other subjects
• Understand the differences between internal and external VCE marking

📕 Year 7 - 10: High School Success Seminar

Time: 3:30pm - 4:20pm

Presenter: Ms Ari Liu

Who is it for: Year 7 - 10 students and parents

Thriving in high school is about more than just good grades—it’s about building habits and skills that last a lifetime.

• Develop essential skills for managing time, organisation, and motivation.
• Learn how to balance academics with extracurricular commitments.
• Discover study techniques to stay ahead in Years 7–12.
• Gain insights into overcoming challenges and building resilience.
• Equip yourself with tools for academic and personal success in high school.

🚀 How to ace the UCAT seminar

Wondering how to study for UCAT? Discover the framework for UCAT preparation with Matrix UCAT specialists.

Time: 4:30pm - 5:20pm

Presenter: Dr Alex Agyros

Who is it for: Year 11 - 12 students and parents

All About ATAR & Scaling

• Explanation of the four subtests of UCAT
• Watch our UCAT Experts solve UCAT questions
• A breakdown of how UCAT is scored
• An analysis of the skills required to succeed in UCAT
• How to develop a framework to tackle different types of UCAT questions

We’ll give you our UCAT tips and tools.

• UCAT sample questions
• A step-by-step guide for developing a framework for tackling a variety of UCAT questions
• Explanation of how UCAT scoring works
• The Matrix UCAT RoadmapTM: A detailed timeline to help you become UCAT ready for July 2025

📖 Year 7 - 8: 6 Strategies for English Success

Time: 4:30pm - 5:20pm

Who is it for: Year 7 - 8 students and parents

Learn how to:

• Understand the steps needed to go from wanting good marks to the habits that lead to get marks
• Develop the key study skills that lead to success in English
• How to apply effective strategies for improving English results

What you’ll receive:

• Recommended reading list from the Matrix English team
• Insights into how English study differs from other subjects
• Actionable tips on improving your English skills

⚖️ How to get into Medicine

Time: 7:30pm – 8:20pm

Presenter: Mr Kevin Xiao, Founder of Breakthrough Education

Who it's for: Year 11 - 12 students and parents

🗓️ Date: Saturday 25 January 2025

⏰ Time: 1:30pm - 8:20pm

📍 Location: Matrix Education Box Hill Campus - 6 Ellingworth Parade Box Hill VIC 3128

Reserve your spot today!

These seminars are free but spaces are limited. Don’t miss this opportunity to set yourself up for academic success—register now!

https://www.matrix.edu.au/events-seminars/year-7-12-success-seminar-day/

Host or Publisher Matrix Education