STUDENT ENHANCEMENT AND SUPPORT
At Kedron State High School we firmly believe that our core business is your students' learning. Every student has the right to an education that is meaningful to them. That is why we clearly articulate Kedron State High School's purpose as;
At Kedron, our learning community is committed to inspiring all students to strive to shine so that they:
› nurture their individual talents;
› reach their full potential;
› contribute positively to society and thrive as well‑informed global citizens.
Whilst the Kedron Way of Learning means that every student should experience differentiation in every classroom, some students will require supplementary or higher levels of support. The Deputy Principal – Student Enhancement and Support - is responsible for leading and overseeing the diverse and important area of student support across the school.
We strive to meet the needs of our learners in a variety of ways. In years 7 to 10 we differentiate the learning in the core subject areas of English, Maths, Science and History based on your student's demonstrated ability in the subject as well as his/her literacy and numeracy skills. In extension classes we focus on extending the students through activities such as the implementation of higher order thinking skills. Students cover the core work as outlined in the national curriculum but the approach of the teacher is altered to suit the specific needs of this group. In mainstream classes the students are completing the national curriculum and your student's core teachers have strategies in place designed to help your student improve.
Some students require further support beyond merely differentiating and we have an amazing team to lead this work. This team includes:
Title | Role |
Deputy Principal - Student Enhancement and Support (DP SES)
| Oversees and manages all student support and manages General Key Teachers directly
|
Sector Deputy Principals (SDP) | Oversee and manage students within sector, including behavioural, social and emotional support |
Sector Heads of Department (SHoD) | Assist Deputies to manage students within sector, including behavioural, social and emotional support |
Year Level Coordinators (YLC) | Assist Deputies and Sector HoDs to manage students within sector, including behavioural, social and emotional support |
Head of Special Education Services (HOSES) | Oversees and manages all support for Students with a Disability (SWD) |
Guidance Officers | Supports students with specific needs and coordinates Wellness Hub staff to target supports for students. Guidance Officers are also utilised for mental health support. |
Key Teachers – Student with Disability | Case manage students with identified disabilities to access the required curriculum. Support classroom teachers with adjustment strategies. |
Key Teachers - General | Case manage students requiring substantial support to access the required curriculum. |
Data Tracking Coordinator | Tracks student attainment and provide information as required. |
Accelerated Coordinator | Case manages students on an accelerated pathway and refers identified students as required. |