What's Happening in the Careers Space?

LIFE COACHING SRC LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Student Representative Council (SRC) members are upskilling and practising their
teamwork, collaboration and communication skills on assemblies. The program is based on the Blueprint for Careers Development and links career education to topics like Lifelong Learning. Thanks to Oliver Farrugia, Xavier Infante and Heidi Lewis for delivering a great speech to the school community.

SES WORKSHOP

On the 18th August our students participated in a SES Workshop. The students really
enjoyed the activities and this experience has inspired some of them to apply to be
volunteers. Thank you to Mr Fenech for accompanying the students and writing a report which is included in this newsletter.

ONGOING ONE TO ONE INTERVIEWS

Students can email me for appointments to discuss career opportunities, interview
techniques and job applications. Over the last fortnight many students have taken up this opportunity. Year 12 students are welcome to drop into the careers room at lunchtimes should they need any further support in their transition from school to the workforce and beyond. A recent survey was conducted to our Year 12 students to indicate their future plans and career needs before they leave school.

GUEST SPEAKERS

Coming events include guest speakers at lunctimes as part of Social Science Week (Week 8). Students can enrol to be in the audience to hear about careers in the following areas: archaeology, park ranger and tour guide, climatologist/ environmental science and town planning.

CAREER SPOTLIGHT on ASSEMBLY

This will be a regular addition to assemblies every fortnight. Last week the role of the careers adviser was discussed to inform students of the services provided within our school for them to access.

POSITIONS VACANT

Labourer position with Concretor

Should any students be wishing to leave school and start their career as a labourer we know of a 2-3 day position. This could be an excellent opportunity to network with other trades people to secure a future apprenticeship.

Landscaping Apprenticeship
A position has become available with a local Landscaping business. If you would like more information on either of these positions please contact Mrs kennedy.

Transport for NSW Apprenticeships and Traineeships

Currently, Transport for NSW have a number of Apprenticeship and Traineeships open for 2024 in both metro and regional areas. Currently on offer are:

• Business Traineeships
• Bridge Construction Apprenticeship
• Heavy Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship
• Project Management Traineeships
• Electrical Apprenticeship
• Civil Construction Apprenticeship
• Painting and Blasting Traineeship

A number of trainee roles are also available.

MOCK INTERVIEW REQUEST

We would like to provide an opportunity for students to participate in a mock job interview. This would take place early Term 4. We are seeking parents who may be interested in interviewing students, who have a volunteer WWCC to contact Mrs Kennedy to participate in this worthwhile event.

COMING UP SOON…

UOW Year 12 Summer Master Class Information Sessions 12th & 20th September - ATTENTION YEAR 11 PARENTS

Our 3-week Summer Master Class program allows you to complete a university subject and secure an offer to a UOW degree or diploma to kick start your higher education journey. Want to learn more about our Summer Master Classes program? We are hosting live online information sessions for students, parents and teachers about the January 2024 course. In this session we will provide an overview of the program benefits, structure and dates, with an opportunity for you to ask any questions at the end. If you are unable to attend either live session, please still register below and we will send you a recording of the session after the event. This event has been flagged with yr 11 students.

Creative Arts Opportunities ….

- Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School September Open Day 16 September
- National Summer Art Scholarship - National Gallery of Australia. Applications close 15 October
- NIDA Holiday Courses 28 Sept - 8 Oct
- Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School September Open Day 16 September
- Sydney Actors School - Acting Technique Classes September School Holidays Starts 25th September
- Sydney Film School - Make A Short Film - September School Holidays Starts 25 September

UAC Key Date Reminders Details of all Semester 1, 2024

Courses offered by UAC’s participating institutions are now available, so it's a perfect time to get started on your UAC application if you haven't already. Remember, if you apply before 29 September, you’ll avoid a significant increase in the application fee.
Your Key Dates:

• 18 September - School Recommendation Scheme applications close 29 September - Early Bird Deadline - Significant increase to application fee after this date

• 23 November - Educational Access Scheme (EAS) application and documentation deadline for December Round 2 Offers

• 14 December - 2023 ATARs released

• 21 December - December Round 2 Offers released

UAC Schools Recommendation Scheme Applications Close 18 September

The Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) is one way institutions make early offers of undergraduate admission to Year 12 students. They do this by using criteria other than (or in addition to) the ATAR. Each institution has its own policy for determining SRS eligibility and making offers. For example, you may also have to submit an EAS application, institution-defined dates, or attend a school in a particular region.

UOW - Online Pathways Information Session 6 September Looking for a pathway to get into uni? Use your time wisely and get started on your pathway to UOW. UOW College offers pathway courses that can guarantee* entry into a range of bachelor programs, some with direct entry into the second year.

University of Sydney Webinar Architecture and the Built Environment 13 September
University of Sydney Webinar Nutrition and Dietetics at Sydney 13 September
Early Offer to Study Visual Arts at the Sydney College of the Arts Submit by 31 August
UTS Early Entry Closes Soon Closes 4 September
Charles Sturt Advantage Round 3 Closing Soon Applications Due by 31 August
University of Canberra Open Day 2023 16 September
Notre Dame Young Achievers Early Entry Program Applications Close 30 September
UCAT and Pathways into Medicine Information Session 13 September

Please contact Sue Kennedy on kennedys01@dow.catholic.edu.au for any further information.

Sue Kennedy

Transition and Pathways Specialists