Students in APEX (Mathematics and Science) are provided with extended and enriched learning opportunities and specialist curriculum to extend their academic achievement.
This program aims to:
- extend and enrich Year 5 and 6 Upper Two Band (U2B) students knowledge and skills in the fields of Mathematics and Science
- enable students to select and be successful in a wider range of pathways into Mathematic and Science subjects in Years 11 and 12
Program Details
- During Year 7, students work with the same teacher for both Mathematics and Science, allowing for integration of numeracy skills to be authentically embedded into the science curriculum.
- Students are introduced to modes of assessment and skill sets which allow them to be adequately prepared for choosing senior maths and science pathways in Years 11 and 12.
- Year 10 students engage with the Year 10A National Curriculum that is specifically designed to extend students and prepare them for the content addressed in Mathematical Methods and Specialist Mathematics.
Students wishing to enrol in APEX (Mathematics and Science) are invited to participate in a Mathematics/Science enrichment evening midway through Year 6. The enrichment evening is a series of both team and individual challenges designed to allow students to demonstrate their higher order thinking skills in both Mathematics and Science, key skills needed to be part of the program. The evening is a great way for students to work with other students in a collaborative environment on tasks related to both Maths and Science.
Key Learning Opportunities
Students will have the opportunity to engage with specialist teachers to meet the higher academic rigour of the program, as well as senior subjects.
Students are also provided with opportunities to participate in a range of events to extend and present their knowledge and skills, including problem solving, and working collaboratively and connecting with like-minded students.
- National Science Week
- World Science Festival
- Big Science Competition
- ANSTO Webinars
- STELR Project Learning
- Maths Competitions
Future Pathways
Enrolment in APEX (Mathematics and Science) gives students the foundations to be successful in academically challenging subjects that are offered in Senior Mathematics (including Mathematical Methods and Specialist Mathematics) and Ssenior Science (including Biology, Chemistry and Physics).
For more information, enquiries can be sent to apex@herveybayshs.eq.edu.au.