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I love sport. Not only as a participant but as a spectator. I have played sport at a reasonably competitive level and in doing so it has taught me a large number of lessons about life.
In watching sections of the 2010 Winter Olympics I have been reminded about these lessons and I have again drawn [...]

VCE has started and you are taking the first great steps towards achieving your VCE goals. It is an exciting and equally daunting time for students, parents and teachers but the information overload really hurts…particularly when you are coming off of a 6-8 week holiday!
So, without wanting to add to your workload, I [...]

It was a flurry of activity. Newspapers selling like iced water on a 40 degree day, gasps from anxious parents, shrieks and tears (from the ecstatic and the disappointed)…it can only mean one thing First Round Tertiary Offers are out. Finally the VCE graduates from 2009 are rewarded with the fruits of their labour as [...]

As we speak we are saying goodbye to 2009 and welcoming the arrival of VCE 2010. Usually around New Years is a time where people have resolutions on how this year will be different than the previous year.
But did you know that 95% of people who set New Years Resolutions don’t follow through?
By choosing [...]

I’ve had many emails and questions from students asking the question ” how do I prepare for my VCE? ” so I decided to create a 16 minute video on the topic. Please leave your questions and comments below.
Cheers,
Heath

Kurt Fearnley is an inspiration. Someone you can look at, learn from and draw strength from. To walk Kokoda requires peak physical conditioning, mental strength and a fundamental desire to take your life to the edge.
Yet for Kurt, walking Kokoda was never an option. You see Kurt was born with spina bifida – a condition [...]

Hi all,
Obviously this post is for the Year 10 and Year 11 students amongst us who are preparing for VCE 2010.
I’m sure many of you have already begun your preparations for your 3/4 subjects with introductory classes this past week or two and many teachers have already heaped holiday homework upon you.
So…before you get carried [...]

Do you want to live your life too scared to take action or do you want to…take life by the horns and ride it for all it’s worth !!! I know which I would rather do!
In the next couple of weeks you will face many challenges and distractions that could literally change your destiny.
Stay focussed.
Don’t [...]

It never ceases to amaze me that VCE students, despite the goodwill and good intentions of well meaning teachers, parents and friends do not know how to prepare appropriately for this all important September school “holiday” period.
I’ve written about the topics of holiday homework before in what is a working school holiday and during the [...]

Sometimes we all need a quick refresher to remind us that exams are coming up quickly and now with our Countdown to VCE Exams you can do that quickly and easily…look for the countdown timer under the VCE help articles column.
If you want to know the actual mid year VCE exam timetable check it out [...]

Feeling a little slow, lacking direction and even motivation?
The 2009 VCE and Careers expo is a fantastic opportunity for VCE students, parents and teachers to find the VCE resources they need for VCE success and beyond. Students and visitors will be able to attend free lectures, pick up resources from VCE organisations and talk [...]

We finally made it – holidays are upon us and we are free (at least for a little while anyway).
The notion of doing (or even receiving) holiday homework is particularly new for most Year 11 students and probably for some Year 12 students. I’ve heard the VCE holidays being called “study vacations”, “school holiday”, “study [...]

If you ask 10 different people what they think “success” is you’re bound to get 10 different responses. Some people would say having enough money to pay the mortgage, others would say being healthy or happy, another may say making a sporting team. Success is different to every single person and is very much dependant [...]

I was sent this video awhile back and have been meaning to let all know about it. It will take about 10 minutes to watch but you will be inspired by the story of Rick and Dick Hoyt.
You will be moved…you can do it.

HURDLE #1 is FEAR
People have many fears which can affect their chances of ultimate VCE success including fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of what other people will think of them, and even a fear of success.
‘When we fear we hesitate and when we hesitate we cause all of our worst fears to [...]

Today is the day we look forward to the future and the year 2009. This time of year is particularly difficult because the SAC’s are piling up and the end of year VCE exams are coming into sharp focus…but it also a great time to draw strength and greater motivation for what you want to [...]

I am excited. In just a few short weeks the Olympic Games will begin in Beijing. I love the Olympic Games for a number of reasons. Firstly, as I was formerly involved with the preparation of some of Australia’s best swimmers I am looking on with a personal understanding of the effort and commitment that [...]

We made it! Term 2 almost down and TGIH (Thank Goodness It’s Holidays!
There are several great things about this time of the year:
1. SNOW (well…hopefully!)
2. For Year 12 students…you’re past the half-way mark of the year (hasn’t it gone quick)!
3. Some really good movies come out in holiday time.
4. [...]

By Dale Platek

A podcast on preparing for your VCE exams.

Dale Platek is a teacher, coach, motivator, philosopher, entrepreneur and dynamic leader. Always [...]

By Dale Platek

A podcast on how to stay motivated during the tough VCE school year.

Dale Platek is a teacher, coach, motivator, philosopher, entrepreneur and dynamic leader. Always using humour as [...]

By Dale Platek

A short podcast on the essential question every VCE student should ask themselves – Why are you doing your VCE?

Dale Platek is a teacher, coach, motivator, philosopher, entrepreneur and [...]

Motivation is an oft-discussed subject, particularly with regards to whether or not it is something that can be “taught”. Some people believe that motivation is something that can be “caught” like a virus, whilst others (myself included) believe that motivation is something that has to have start from within, and for personal reasons.
What is [...]

The standard for success across the globe is having a vision that compels you to succeed. Motivation is the key in accomplishing all your goals. No matter how many years you spend in a classroom or from what social class or lifestyle, motivation is the common factor among those who are high achievers.
Finding the tools [...]