A range of learning experiences, activities and resources are being shared and promoted to students across 7-12 as we encourage them to ponder, explore and question their future options.

Careers & Alumni Assembly

On Tuesday 16 May we welcomed back over 20 Alumni guests to acknowledge the important role our high school education plays in shaping our adult lives and career prospects. Led by our Vice-Captain (Scholastica), Jaimee C, the whole school assembly was an opportunity for students to ponder their future lives and see for themselves what varied and exciting career pathways await them. 

Several College staff members are also College Alumni and were celebrated and thanked for giving back so generously to our College community with their continued service. Our four house teams competed in our inaugural Alumni Staff Quiz Show - 'Who Am I?', which contained recollections of school memories 'from the old days' and words of wisdom from our wonderful staff. 

The assembly was followed by a special Networking Morning Tea in which our Year 11 & 12 students were encouraged to chat with our Alumni guests who represented a wide range of industry groups. All Staff were invited in thanks for the role they play in supporting our students' future careers and lives.

Our Year 10 students were then treated to a special Careers & Pathways Incursion, in which they rotated across seminar sessions hosted by our our Alumni Guests and Year 12 Facilitators, Jaimee C, Emily R and Amelia P. Across the range of four seminars, students were able to ask questions and hear some great advice related to their subject selections and future career pathways. We will share their reflections in future newsletters.

To Celebrate National Careers Week, all Parents, Carers and Staff are invited to access these great resources produced by the National Careers Institute, including:

• Their On-demand Webinar series, including titles such as
  'Parental expectations in Australia' (30mins)
  'Help guide your child to a career path that is right for them' (10mins)
  'Young adults and positive career goals' (30mins)
  'Information to support parents – pathways, barriers and challenges for young people' (30mins)
• Their Fact Sheets on a wide range of topics, including:
  'Parents as career supporters'
  'Five ways to turn your hobby into a career'
  'YOU + Careers Expo = Your Future'
  'Making the big decisions - choosing subjects and courses'

Our next Senior School Careers & Pathways Update will provide even more tips, resources and tools for families to share in the exciting process of exploring future options in post-school education, training and employment. Here is a taste from UAC's Advice to Parents and Carers!

 

Claire McGillicuddy - Careers and Pathways Adviser