Hi I’m Louise Watson and I’ve taken on a 0.2 position at Hawker this term, working with the year 10 class on the Stage 1 Personal Learning Plan (PLP) subject and Joel in year 11 for stage 2 Research Project. Both subjects are compulsory for SACE completion. Across my 24 years of teaching in area schools, I’ve taught a range of subjects and year levels -branching out from my secondary art/design training into primary, preschool and principal-ling. It’s nice to be involved in learning again and I’m looking forward to working at Hawker.

PLP is a useful subject to help students think about their pathways in senior school and for life after school. Students investigate capabilities, career options, complete work experience and make personal and career related goals. The subject is being taught by Roxby Downs, so I’ll be able to support the students to complete their assignments in class. All students recently completed work experience; Thane at Hawker Motors, Dan at Hawker General Store and Jack at Chris’ Mechanical Services. Huge thanks to the local employers for supporting the students in their experience of a workplace.

Joel has chosen a topic for his Research Project and as well as aiming to complete a range of research to find out about it, he also has to document and reflect on the processes he takes.

Louise Watson

Year 10 PLP and Year 11 Teacher