The ‘guaranteed’ exam questions facing QCE physics students
An 99.95 ATAR academic has predicted some of the questions almost certain to test Year 12 physics students at the upcoming QCE papers. This is what you should expect.
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QCE English: The exam question that left students stumped
As Queensland Year 12 students sat their external English essay on Monday morning, there was one question that stumped many.
‘Just have fun’: Gun Qld student reveals key to ATAR success
They are our star students who mastered ATAR. Now Queensland’s future leaders share their secrets to success. READ THEIR TIPS
The subjects that pay uni grads quarter of a mill
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Degree of difficulty ‘good for students’
Students should be prepared to pick subjects they find challenging — because life is a challenge — and the skills they develop to cope will serve them longterm, says career mentor Michelle Gibbings.
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The secrets to ATAR success
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Parents packing kids off to school with sugary junk
Lunch box wars have reached a stalemate with teachers now too afraid to criticise unhealthy snacks for fear of sparking the ire of busy parents, resulting in kids turning up with a shocking collection of junk.
Brisbane’s best primary, secondary schools revealed
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Private school fee hike nearly triple inflation
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Should your child start school early?
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