关于NSW公立教育里精英中学的事情，基本的情况大家可以参考下面的一个帖子：
《澳洲（NSW）公立教育的基本流程》
http://www..com.au/bbs/v ... p%3Bfilter%3Ddigest
关于NSW公立教育里精英班（OC）的事情，可以看这个帖子：
OC (Opportunity Class) in NSW
http://www..com.au/bbs/v ... &extra=page%3D1
在网上看到了一些关于Selective High School的介绍，写的挺全面的，我把文章转载在这里了方便大家搞懂。
美中不足的一点是都是英文的，大家见谅了。
最后我还会附一些精英中学的名单、地图和一些试题等等。。。
[ 本帖最后由 patrickzhu 于 2008-7-4 15:58 编辑 ]
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Index
I. What is the Selective Schools Entrance Examination ?
1. Background
2. What is a Selective School?
3. Why Choose Selective Schools?
4. Selective Schools Examination
5. Application and Criteria for Entry
6. Academic Record
7. School Choices
8. Applicant’s Comment on Student’s Outstanding Achievement
9. Request for Formal Exemption
10. Outcome of the Selective Schools Test
11. Appeal Form
12. Application Checklist
II. Components of the Selective School Exam
1. An Overview of the Components
2. Mathematics
3. English
4. Written Expression
5. General Ability
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What is the Selective Schools Entrance Examination?
Background
In NSW, the first government high schools were established at Bathurst, Goulbourn and Sydney in 1883. These schools were designed with the intention to cater physically for students who aspired to be educated in a tertiary institution, namely a university. The concept pf selective entry was devised and prospective students had to sit a competitive examination to gain entry into these schools.
Since then, the state system has evolved to the point where today, the system is based on comprehensive high schools and a small core of specialist high schools. Academically selective high schools, with entrance based on testing, has remained an important part of the system.
In the years following the late 1980s, a number of new specialist high schools have been established. The level of achievement in the entrance test, together with a report provided by the student’s primary school principal, forms the entry criteria that must be met in order for a child to be offered a place in a selective school.
In 1988, approximately 15 000 Year 6 students apply for a place at a selective school. In 2002, there were 15 343 applicants for placement in Year 7 in selective high schools. Out of this 51% were boys and 49% were girls. For 2007 placement, 13 200 students sat for the test for 3522 selective places. There are now 17 fully selective high schools, 10 high schools with selective classes and 4 agricultural high schools offering selective placement for Year 7 entry in 2007.
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What is a Selective School?
The NSW schools system consists of comprehensive high schools and a small core of selective high schools. Selective schools are government high schools operated by the New South Wales Department of Education and Training that have accepted their students based upon their academic merit. There are currently 17 fully selective schools in addition to 10 partially selective high schools (with selective classes) and 4 agricultural high schools. Agricultural high schools are selective high schools which emphasise the study of agriculture.
Why choose Selective Schools?
Selective high schools cater for high achieving, academically talented students by providing an educationally enriched environment. These schools can provide intellectual stimulation by grouping talented students together, concentrating school resources and using specialized teaching methods. Students are expected to perform academically at a higher standard than other schools in the state. Generally, students in Selective High Schools achieve higher HSC results than their counterparts in comprehensive schools.
Selective Schools Examination
The Selective Schools Test is designed by the Australian Council for Educational Research, which has a long background in scholastic aptitude testing. Questions are written by special teams and then tried out on small samples in other states.
The tests are developed to be as unrelated to the syllabus. The tests are designed to assess higher level reasoning. This allows ability and aptitude rather than achievement to be measured. The main emphasis is on thinking with words, numbers and ideas. The reason for the heavy emphasis on English and Mathematics is that they are considered to be predictors of high school achievement.
Application and Criteria for Entry
It is important to carefully read all the instructions provided in the application booklet and fully understand all the requirements. However, many parents face difficulties in deciding which schools are appropriate for their children and how to prioritise the schools to ensure the best outcome. This chapter serves as a guide to parents on how to successfully complete the application form with particular focus on the following:
• Your child’s academic achievements
• How to select the most appropriate schools
• How to comment on your child’s achievements
• Request for Exemption
• Appeal
Academic Record
Students compete academically for Year 7 placement to each selective or agricultural high school. Academic merit is determined mainly by the combination of the results of the following:
• Selective High School Test in English language, Written Expression,Mathematics and General Ability
• Primary school assessments of student performance in English, Mathematics and Writing
Principals are required to provide school marks for English and Mathematics based on the student’s performance in Years 5 and 6. Any copies of supporting evidence to show that students are performing academically at a gifted level or possess gifted and talented characteristics may also be attached. This includes excellent performance in the following:
• University of NSW competitions in Mathematics, English and Science
• Australian Maths Olympiad
• Basic Skills Test
• Other IQ Tests
• Other evidence which may be considered including:
- Any outstanding academic awards gained in Year 5
- Evidence of outside school activities in Year 4 and Year 5
- Debating and Public Speaking Competitions
- Premier’s Reading Challenge and Spelling Bee
For more information, please contact: High School and Opportunity Class Placement Unit
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School Choices
It is important to select the most appropriate schools so parents need to understand how to make the best choices. There is a choice of four high schools, regardless of residential location. The table below is an example of an application where the best four choices can be made if the female student has an average score of about 85%.
When making a choice parents should consider the following:
1. Choose schools which reflect the child’s academic capabilities. It is understandable that parents want their children to qualify for the top selective schools in NSW. However, many parents fall into the trap of selecting schools without taking into consideration their children’s academic capabilities. So, take into consideration not only your child’s performance in the Basic Skills Test, UNSW competitions, Australian Math Olympiad and school reports but also your child’s assessment tests results from a reputable and reliable coaching college or centre with the facility to conduct such assessments. This could be a good indicator of your child’s real ability.
Choosing wisely is important as the selection committee will only consider the choices listed on the application form. Ensure that you only apply for schools for which your child is likely to achieve a high enough score in the test. Be realistic and not over ambitious. Refer to the table given as a guideline when choosing schools for your children.
2. Only choose schools that you are willing to accept. Factors such as vicinity, availability of transport and travelling time to and from school must be taken into consideration.
3. All schools are different. Parents need to understand that each school is unique and different. Hence, it remains a challenging decision for parents to choose the right school. This should be a decision between both the parents and the child. The social development of the child is also an important factor. Some parents may not want their children to go to top selective schools due to fears of pressure. Take time to visit schools, meet principals and have a feel of the atmosphere and environment of the school. It is best to visit schools before making your choices. Also look into availability of subjects and accelerated courses and school facilities as well.
4. Choose the schools you believe will be best suited to your child’s needs.
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Applicant’s Comment on Student’s Outstanding achievement
Parents and the principal of the child’s school are required to comment on the student’s outstanding academic and extra-curricular achievements.
Parents must provide comment in the column marked APPLICANT’S COMMENT in Section 14 of the application form.
Principals should answer in the shaded column marked PRINCIPAL’S COMMENT, which is next to the column marked APPLICANT’S COMMENT. Principals must provide school assessment scores. The English score should include a component for writing.
Comment on the child’s outstanding achievements is not restricted to academic achievements. Parents are encouraged to comment on their child’s personality and character and participation in school activities and other extra-curricular activities to provide a picture of a well-rounded student. Remember that school activities include the following:
Student Representative Council (S.R.C) member
Class Captain
School helper
School captain/school vice captain
Prefect
Library monitor
Peer Support Leader
Chess club
School choir
Represents the school in sports e.g. swimming, athletics, captain ball and tunnel ball
School debating team
School music band
Fund raising activities
Extra-curricular activities may include the following:
Learning a musical instrument
Participating in a music band or orchestra
Participating in cultural activities
Belonging to sporting clubs outside of school hours
Helping out in charitable fund raising activities
Participating in clubs such as scouts
Request for Formal Exemption
Most schools are willing to process Selective High School application forms for Year 7 entry to selective high schools. However, there are some schools and principals who are unwilling to process such application forms. Parents are able to submit a ‘Request for Formal Exemption’ form, which they can download from NSW Department of Education and Training website at http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/le ... lectiveschools.php. Applications for exemptions must be forwarded to:
The Manager
Selective High School and Opportunity Class Placement Unit
PO Box 6109
MILPERRA DC 1891
Alternatively, the application may be attached to an email and sent to [email protected] or the application may be faxed to (02) 9707 6265.
Outcome of the Selective School Test
For 2007 placement, more than 13,200 students sat for the selective schools entry test for 3522 Year 7 selective school places. Only a small number of students were successful in gaining entrance into a Selective School. A letter has been sent in early July 2006 informing parents of the outcome of their application for Year 7 selective high school entry. If an email address is provided, parents will receive the outcome advice by email.
Possible outcomes include:
(a) The student is being offered a place
(b) The student has been placed on a reserve list
(c) The student has been unsuccessful for one or more choices.
(d) The student’s application has been put ‘On Hold.’ This simply means that the selection committee is conducting further enquiries.
Where the student is unsuccessful for all choices the letter will summarise the outcome without listing the schools. If your child happens to qualify for more than one of the schools listed in the application form, your child will be offered a place only at the school of the highest choice for which your child qualifies. An outcome of ‘Not applicable’ indicates that the application for that particular school is not considered because the student has been offered a place at a school of higher choice.
Appeal Form
If parents have received the results from the Selective High School selection committee and wish to appeal against the decision of the committee in not placing the child in a particular school or not gaining a place in any of the choices, they may complete an Appeal Form, which is available at the NSW Department of Education and Training website at
http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/le ... lectiveschools.php.
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Application Checklist
Before submitting your application, check that the following is done:
I have completed the application form
I have attached the student’s most recent school report
I have attached copies of other relevant evidence of academic merit.
I have lodged the form with the principal of my child’s current primary school.
I have ensured that school assessment scores have been provided by the school and that comments have been provided where relevant
I have completed an exemption form if the application has not been processed by the school principal
Components of the Selective School Exam
An overview of the components
There are 4 tests namely Mathematics, English, Written Expression and General Ability. Mathematics, English and General Ability consist of multiple-choice questions with answers recorded on computer-marked answer sheets. The writing task is done in the answer booklet provided. Each multiple-choice test takes 40 minutes. However, the writing task is 20 minutes.
Marks are awarded for each correct answer. In the final scores, each component is equally weighted; that is, each component is worth 100 marks. However, for the English component, Reading contributes two-thirds and writing one-third to the total score of 100 marks.
Mathematics
Mathematics is a very important subject as it is necessary in nearly all aspects of life. A firm foundation of mathematical knowledge and understanding is essential and should be developed at an early stage so that a strong foundation of Mathematics can be built.
The Mathematics test contains a range of questions designed to test knowledge and understanding of number, space and measurement. Some questions will exceed Year 5 and Year 6 level of mathematics. To perform successfully in the test, students are advised to train and practise beyond the school Mathematics syllabus.
English
Mastery over the English language is essential. It is important that students attain a high ability to listen, read, write and speak effectively. Developing knowledge and understanding of the English language takes time and practice. Like any other skill, it cannot be obtained overnight.
Although the questions are consistent with the curriculum, they have been designed to test students’ knowledge beyond Year 6 level. The questions are designed to assess students’ inferential, thinking and reasoning skills, as well as testing students’ knowledge, skills and understanding of the English language.
Written Expression
Generally, it is harder to gain good marks for the writing component in the English paper. Unlike Mathematics, good, solid writing skills cannot be achieved overnight, or over a week of constant practice. Writing skills have to be developed over a prolonged period of time.
The best way to help develop good writing skills is to read books. By reading books about a wide variety of topics, students will gain exposure to important conventions of the English language such as spelling, punctuation and grammar. The development of a wide vocabulary is highly beneficial and will lead to higher marks.
General Ability
The General Ability (GA) test is also referred to as the General Aptitude or IQ test. The General Ability test is designed to assess the general scholastic aptitude of students and students’ ability to solve problems. It measures general mental abilities by providing an opportunity for students to demonstrate the ability to see relationships and solve problems.
General ability appears to be shrouded in mystery as it is not an actual subject like Mathematics and English which are studied at schools.
Students have 40 minutes to complete 60 questions. This means students only have approximately 40 seconds to complete each answer. Students are required to work steadily and quickly through the questions
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List of selective and agricultural high schools
There are 17 fully selective high schools, 9 high schools with selective classes (partially selective) and 4 agricultural high schools offering selective placement in Year 7. There is also a senior high school with selective classes offering entry to Years 11 and 12.
Partially selective high schools have community-based classes as well as selective classes.
Agricultural high schools are selective high schools which emphasise the study of agriculture, with the residential sections giving some priority to isolated students.
Students attending Sydney Secondary College, Leichhardt and Balmain campuses in Years 7 to 10 will generally proceed to Sydney Secondary College, Blackwattle Bay Campus for Years 11 and 12.
Alexandria Park Community School
(coeducational, partially selective)
Park Road, Alexandria
Web: www.alexpark-cs.schools.nsw.edu.au
Baulkham Hills High School
(coeducational, fully selective)
Windsor Road, Baulkham Hills
Web: http://www.baulkhamhillshighschool.com.au/
Caringbah High School
(coeducational, fully selective)
Willarong Road, Caringbah
Web: www.caringbah-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Chatswood High School
(coeducational, partially selective)
Centennial Avenue, Chatswood
Web: www.chatswood-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School
(boarding and day students; boys only; agriculture is a compulsory subject from Year 7 to 10.)
Calala via Tamworth
Web: www.farreragri-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Fort Street High School
(coeducational, fully selective)
Parramatta Road, Petersham
Web: www.fortstreet-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Girraween High School
(coeducational, fully selective)
Gilba Road, Girraween
Web: www.girraween-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Gosford High School
(coeducational, fully selective)
Racecourse Road, Gosford
Web: www.gosford-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Hornsby Girls High School
(fully selective)
Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby
Web: www.hornsbygir-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Hurlstone Agricultural High School
(boarding and day students; coeducational; agriculture is a compulsory subject from Years 7 to 10 and for students entering the school in Year 11)
Roy Watts Road, Glenfield
Web: http://www.hurlstone.com.au/
James Ruse Agricultural High School
(day students only – coeducational – agriculture is a compulsory subject up to Year 10)
Felton Road, Carlingford
Web: www.jamesruse.nsw.edu.au
Macquarie Fields High School
(coeducational, partially selective)
2 Harold Street, Macquarie Fields
Web: www.macfields-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Merewether High School
(coeducational, fully selective)
Chatham Street, Broadmeadow
Web: www.merewether-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Normanhurst Boys High School
(fully selective)
Pennant Hills Road, Normanhurst
Web: www.normanhurb-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
North Sydney Boys High School
(fully selective)
Falcon Street, Crows Nest
Web: www.nsbhs.nsw.edu.au
North Sydney Girls High School
(fully selective)
Pacific Highway, Crows Nest
Web: www.northsydgi-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Northern Beaches Secondary College Manly Campus
(coeducational, fully selective)
Abbott Road, North Curl Curl
Web: www.nbscmanlys-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Penrith High School
(coeducational, fully selective)
158-240 High Street, Penrith
Web: www.penrithhighschool.nsw.edu.au
Rose Bay Secondary College
(coeducational, partially selective)
Hardy Street, Dover Heights
Web: www.rosebay-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Ryde Secondary College
(coeducational, partially selective)
5 Malvina Street, Ryde
Web: www.rydesc-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Sefton High School
(coeducational, partially selective)
Hector Street, Sefton
Web: www.sefton-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Smiths Hill High School
(coeducational, fully selective)
Gipps Street, Wollongong
Web: www.smithshill-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
St George Girls High School
(fully selective)
Victoria Street, Kogarah
Web: www.stgeorgegi-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Sydney Boys High School
(fully selective)
Moore Park, Surry Hills
Web: www.sydneyboyshigh.com
Sydney Girls High School
(fully selective)
Anzac Parade, Surry Hills
Web: www.sghs.nsw.edu.au
Sydney Secondary College Balmain Campus
(coeducational, partially selective, Years 7 – 10 only)
Terry Street, Rozelle
Web: www.balmain-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Sydney Secondary College Blackwattle Bay Campus
(coeducational, partially selective, Years 10 – 12 only)
Taylor Street, Glebe
Web: www.glebe-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Sydney Secondary College Leichhardt Campus
(coeducational, partially selective, Years 7 – 10 only)
210 Balmain Road, Leichhardt
Web: www.leichhardt-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Sydney Technical High School
(boys only, fully selective)
Forest Road, Bexley
Web: www.sydneytech-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Tempe High School
(coeducational, partially selective)
Unwins Bridge Road, Tempe
Web: www.tempe-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
Yanco Agricultural High School
(boarding students only; coeducational; agriculture is a compulsory subject from Years 7 to 10 and for students entering the school in Year 11)
Euroley Road, Yanco
Web: www.yancoag-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
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Frequently Asked Questions
Must I list four schools?
You should list only those schools you are prepared to accept. You can list from one to four choices. Please consider carefully the choices made.
Before applying for each school, you should consider available transport and the time your child will take to reach each school of choice. Selection committees do not consider travelling times and transport arrangements when offering places.
Does the order in which I list my choices matter?
Yes. If your child qualifies for more than one of your choices, you will be offered a place only at the school of highest choice for which your child qualifies. See page 8 of the application booklet.
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Before 2 May 2008
If you wish to change your choice of schools before 2 May 2008 you should notify the Unit in writing of your request. This is the date by which all information starts to be prepared for selection committees.
After 2 May 2008
Changes of choice cannot be accepted after this date as they cannot be processed in time for selection committees to be presented with the relevant information.
If you have clearly demonstrable extenuating circumstances such as the purchase of a new residence in a suburb or town very far from the previous residence, you may request a change of choice accompanied by a full explanation and supporting documents. The request for a change of choice will be subject to approval by the delegate of the selection committees.
What provision is made for students from non-government schools?
The selection procedures are exactly the same for all students. Principals of non-government primary schools have been asked to accept your application, add relevant school assessment scores and comments and send it to the Selective High School and Opportunity Class Placement Unit. In circumstances where this is not possible, you should complete the Application for exemption form (pdf 31kb).
Return to TopWhat happens if my child gets sick on the day of the test?
You should contact the Selective High School and Opportunity Class Placement Unit immediately for an illness/misadventure form or download from Illness/misadventure form (pdf 24kb). You should complete the form, whether or not the student attempted the test, enclose a medical certificate and return the completed form to the Selective High School and Opportunity Class Placement Unit within 14 days of the test.
Illness claims must be made at this stage. The selection committee will consider the student's illness/misadventure claim as part of the application. Remember, it is generally better to attempt the test than to miss it.
Although there is an appeals process which occurs later in the year, appeals based on illness will be considered only in exceptional circumstances.
If my outcome advice indicates that my child is unsuccessful, can his or her name be placed on a reserve list?
No. Three key expressions are used in outcome letters: 'offer', 'reserve list' and 'unsuccessful'. Selection committees decide the students who will receive offers and those who will be placed on the reserve list. These students have higher scores than those who are unsuccessful.
Return to TopWhat does the Selective High School Placement Test tell me about my child's performance?
The Selective High School Placement Test is designed to help identify students for entry into selective high schools on the basis of academic merit. It is not meant to identify the student's strengths and weaknesses in English or mathematics performance. The student's primary school is in a far better position to advise you on your child's performance in these areas.
Do any students get into selective high schools automatically (e.g. opportunity class students)?
No student gets into a selective high school automatically. Students from opportunity classes (classes for gifted and talented students in primary schools) must compete with all other candidates for entry.
Return to TopIf my child was unsuccessful for opportunity class placement, does it mean he or she will be unsuccessful for selective high school entry?
Not necessarily. The entry requirements for opportunity class and selective high school placement can vary quite significantly. Moreover, there is scope for improvement in the ability and performance of students over the time since they applied for opportunity class placement. Conversely, not all students from opportunity classes are successful for selective high school entry. Remember there are about twice as many Year 7 places in selective high schools as there are Year 5 places in opportunity classes.
Is there a quota which decides how many students from each primary school will be placed?
There are no quotas involved in this process. Students are placed in selective high schools or classes on the basis of their own academic merit, regardless of how many of them attend the same primary school.
Return to TopIf I receive an offer to one of my lower choices as well as being on the reserve list for one of my higher choices, do I have to give up the offer to stay on the reserve list?
You can accept an offer to one school while remaining on the reserve list for one or more of your higher choices. However, after the end of the school year in 2008 no further offers will be made to students already placed in a selective high school.
If my child is one of the last to be made an offer, does that mean he or she will struggle at a selective high school?
There are many things which can affect student performance, including your child's willingness to learn, his or her response to teachers and interaction with other students. While some students who receive late offers might have problems, the majority should have no difficulties. The selection committee offers places or reserve list positions only to those students considered capable of doing well at a selective high school.
Return to TopWhat should I do if my child does not get into a selective high school?
Be supportive. Tell your child that because there is one place for approximately every five people applying, many capable students cannot be placed. Explain that your child can be very successful at the alternative high school. Students from comprehensive high schools can achieve results which are as good as, or even better than, results gained by selective high school students.
The NSW government provides excellent comprehensive high schools. Comprehensive high schools implement gifted and talented programs as a feature of the Department of Education and Training's gifted and talented policy.
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Sample and past test papers (2001-2003)
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Selective high schools: Facts and figures
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Selective high schools: Entry scores
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2009 Application Package
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也是一大堆，有兴趣的家长自己慢慢看吧:)
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先学习！！！:)
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感谢阿朱及时雨噢
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谢谢江上往来人给我加了这么多分，也谢谢楼上同学啊
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阿朱真是个好同志，赞一个！
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a side track question ...
how old is 阿朱's child?
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八九岁
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看到朱版一开始设权限1000就知道有好东西了。。。帮顶+分
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队长同学慢慢在显露其8挂的本性
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我女儿在上Year 3。
side track。。。呵呵。
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朱版真是个好筒子，赞一个
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朱版真是个好筒子，
co 赞一个
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谢谢朱爸爸分享
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朱爸爸辛苦了.
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谢谢版主分享，也问个有点跑题的问题，可能是比较愚蠢的问题：我一直不明白，上了精英校/班，对读大学乃至工作有什么明显的好处呢？
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我也不太知道，应该没什么明显的好处吧。
就像在国内的时候，读重点中学对读大学乃至工作，好像没啥明显的好处一样。
不过在悉尼，上了精英校/班在华人圈子里很“流行”倒是事实。
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收藏,谢谢
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