TIP Talented Individual Program

The criteria for Level 1 TIP Program:

• Competing/performing/achieving at a minimum State level, or equivalent
• Training / practicing a significant number of hours per week 
• Participation in your chosen activity at an elite level that necessitates some extraordinary interruptions to school life

Once accepted into Level 1 TIP Program you can expect the following:

• a system of support and assistance with communication between teaching staff and the talented individual - communication regarding peak training or competition times and any extra support the talented individual may need to ensure academic requirements are being met
• assistance with time management and planning of the talented individual’s academic and sport / activity schedule
• access to additional programs, such as homework groups, to assist the talented individual meet academic expectations in a timely manner 
• recognition of achievements 
• facilitation of open and supportive communication between the talented individual, her parents and staff members.

The criteria for Level 2 TIP Program:

• Competing/performing/achieving at a minimum National level, or equivalent
• Training / practicing a minimum of 14 hours per week in your chosen activity (not including optional extra minor sports/activities)
• Participation in your chosen activity at an elite level that necessitates extraordinary interruptions to school life

Once accepted into Level 2 TIP Program you can expect the following:

• additional programs, such as variation to curriculum considerations and homework groups to assist the talented individual meet academic expectations in a timely manner.  On application, Year 8,9,10 students can apply to vary their curriculum load such that Year 8 do one language rather than two, and Year 9 and 10 students can do two electives rather than three.  The lesson time for these subjects is then timetabled as a TIP lesson where students must report to the Library to complete homework and assignments.
• a personalised system of support and liaison between teaching staff and the talented individual to ensure academic requirements are being met, with consideration of her sport / activity demands
• personalised assistance with time management and planning of the talented individual’s academic and sport / activity schedule
• recognition of achievements 
• facilitation of open and supportive communication between the talented individual, her parents and staff members.

The application process involves the following steps:

• Completing the online application form
• Your application will then be reviewed by the TIP Program review panel, including the TIP Coordinator and members of the Executive staff
• You will be notified as to whether your application has been successful and also of your TIP status, if applicable (either Level 1 or Level 2).
• Once your application has been accepted, you will meet with the TIP Coordinator to discuss your individual needs. We will also discuss the roles, responsibilities and expectations of the program
• A review of your TIP status will occur annually to assess any changes needed.