In a recent seminar, the speaker made a comment that uncertainty is the only certainty… we need to know what we can and cannot control and have the wisdom to know the difference.

I see this wisdom reflected in so many of our students at the moment – they are wise beyond their years and are learning to adapt in these months with creativity, flexibility, resilience and so often humour and forbearance.

As our Year 12 students in particular plan for their future in the careers and job landscape, they do so reflecting all these qualities.  They should be immensely proud of themselves!

To quote Kung Fu Panda “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery; but today is a gift – and that is why it’s called the present”.  Our Year 12 students are embracing ‘today’ and 2020 will very soon be history and through all their outstanding efforts this year, they are well placed to look forward to their new and exciting mysteries – whatever, wherever and whenever those may be.

Mrs Deb Cumming
Head of Careers

 

Updates from Collarts

Collarts is an institute in Melbourne that offers courses in:
•  Animation, VFX
•  Audio Engineering
•  Comedy
•  Content Creation
•  Entertainment – Journalism
•  Interior Design
•  Fashion Marketing
•  Music Production
•  Entertainment – Management
•  Music Performance

Selections based on an interview
At Collarts, you are selected on an interview, not your ATAR.  Once you submit a VTAC application, Collarts will contact you with information about the interview.

New early entry program
Students can now apply for Collarts courses via a new early entry program called Launchpad.  Students will still need to apply for courses via VTAC but through Launchpad, they can get an early advisory letter, https://bit.ly/3h7ZL27

Kickstarter scholarships
Year 12 students can apply for scholarships for the 2021 intake via, https://bit.ly/2E8IZBE

Virtual Open Day
Saturday 29 August, https://bit.ly/2Ee4UqQ

 

Passionate about cooking?

The Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Award
The Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Award is Australia’s longest running apprentice Chef culinary competition.  Each year talented young chefs compete alongside the country’s top emerging culinary talent to win the highly sought-after Golden Chef’s Hat.  The prize includes a once in a lifetime culinary trip to an exciting overseas destination plus hands-on work experience in the kitchen of a celebrated chef’s restaurant.
To learn more about the Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Award check out the amazing video entries of this year’s Golden Chef finalists, https://bit.ly/3iMRpgU and follow their journey on Facebook and Instagram.

 

Engineering Careers

Want to get excited about where engineering could take you?  The latest issue of Careers with STEM celebrates what engineering is all about and showcases a diverse mix of professionals owning their fields.  Meet the talented problem-solvers building the cities of the future, fighting the COVID-19 pandemic and making the world a better, more inclusive and liveable place.  To download the free e-magazine as well as a range of other career e-magazines (such as data science, economics, computer science, Maths and cyber security) visit, http://bit.ly/39SxV6r

Interested in engineering?
Charles Sturt University (CSU)
offers an innovative civil and structural engineering program like no other in Australia or the world.  Forget studying semester-long subjects, taking exams or listening to long lectures.  Through the CSU ‘Topic Tree’ model, students study bite-sized content and skills and knowledge on demand.  Secondary school students are able to complete some of these units online for free.  Just go to, https://bit.ly/34xyfb0 and choose from the topics available in areas such as:
•  Introductory Engineering
•  Water Engineering
•  Materials Engineering
•  Geotechnical Engineering
The engineering program is offered at the Bathurst Campus and students complete four-years of paid work placement and graduate with a Bachelor and Master level qualification.

 

RMIT University Updates

New Pathways Guaranteed program
This new program will secure you a place in a Bachelor degree, as soon as you complete the relevant vocational course.  You will get to study the field of your choice and graduate with two RMIT qualifications.

There are eighty-five pathway package options and you apply for the pathway packages via VTAC.  This is an excellent option for students who are concerned they may not achieve the required ATAR for their desired Bachelor courses.  Research the available pathway packages via VTAC course search, www.vtac.edu.au

RMIT Yearbook Competition High School class of 2020
Years 11 and 12 students are invited to enter this competition.  You will record a short video about what 2020 has been like and what you are planning to do in the future.  Applications close 11 September, https://bit.ly/323sBdH

Scavenger Hunt Competition
Years 11 and 12 students are invited to participate in a scavenger hunt on Wednesday 23 September.  After you register to take part, you will be given instructions with a list defining specific items to design and activities to complete.  A RMIT Logo will need to be included in your uploaded items.  You will have the chance to win prizes, https://bit.ly/3haQ5E4

 

Technology Scholarship

Westpac Young Technologist Scholarship
This is a fantastic scholarship for students applying for technology related degrees at one of the following universities:
•  RMIT University
•  University of Wollongong
•  Western Sydney University
•  Queensland University of Technology
•  Murdoch University
The Careers Department has information about the scholarship and profiles of previous recipients on their website.  Go to, https://bit.ly/2BeteHz

 

Recorded Career Webinars

CareersEvent.com has a series of recorded webinars that students can watch based on their career or course interest areas.  Go to, https://bit.ly/30NGJsq

 

Free VCE revision lectures

Australian Catholic University is running a series of free VCE revision lectures.  You can access dates and register for sessions at this link, https://bit.ly/3irvVGc

 

Employment resources

Do you need a Tax File Number (TFN)?
If you are planning to get a job or if you would like to study at university or TAFE next year, you will need a TFN.  To start the application process go to, http://bit.ly/2aLCSjJ

Find out about your rights at work
Learn about your rights, responsibilities, how to resolve issues in the workplace and rules about unpaid work, https://bit.ly/1Svl7DP

Learn about safety in the workplace
Your rights and responsibilities, https://bit.ly/2K2AYPK and how to stay safe, https://bit.ly/2VA24j5

Important tips about your first or current job
The team at Careers with STEM asked the following questions: how will the experience of your first job prepare you for your next job and how do you make the most of your first or current job to prepare you for the future?  To read their answers and suggested industries to work in (for example pharmacy assistant) go to, http://bit.ly/2x8imoh

 

The University of Melbourne – 2021 admissions update

Guaranteed ATARs for 2021 undergraduate entry
2021 admissions will look a little different at The University of Melbourne.  In 2021, all applicants who meet the ATAR requirements in the provided table will benefit from guaranteed entry to the university.
If they meet the course prerequisites and preference their courses appropriately via VTAC,  applicants who attain the guaranteed ATAR for their preferred course will achieve a place at the university when they receive their ATAR on 30 December 2020.  Formal offers will be provided through VTAC on 14 January 2021.

* Note, applicants can still achieve a place at The University of Melbourne via competitive entry, if their ATAR falls below those listed below:

Students who have experienced disadvantage can qualify for the Access Melbourne program by completing a Special Consideration (SEAS) application via VTAC, https://bit.ly/3h91ZhZ
Bachelor of Agriculture  72
Bachelor of Arts  88
Bachelor of Biomedicine  95
Bachelor of Commerce  95
Bachelor of Design  88
Bachelor of Science  88

Access Melbourne for 2021 – guaranteed entry
Applicants who qualify under SEAS in the following categories:
• Resident of a rural or isolated area
• Disadvantaged financial background
• Recognition as an Indigenous Australian
Will be guaranteed entry into courses with lower guaranteed ATARs, providing they meet course prerequisites and preference the courses via VTAC correctly.
ATARs on the left: rural and financial
ATARs on the right: Indigenous Australian
Bachelor of Arts  78  75
Bachelor of Arts (extended)  n/a  50
Bachelor of Biomedicine  90  85
Bachelor of Commerce  86  75
Bachelor of Design  78  70
Bachelor of Science  78  75
Bachelor of Science (extended)  n/a  55
For more information, https://bit.ly/3h91ZhZ

 

University applications open

You are now able to apply for university and TAFE courses across Australia.  For most courses, you apply via state-based Tertiary Admission Centres.  Below are the weblinks for each state:
Victoria, Victoria Tertiary Admissions Centre, www.vtac.edu.au
NSW/ACT, Universities Admissions Centre, www.uac.edu.au
SA/NT, South Australia Tertiary Admissions Centre, www.satac.edu.au
Queensland, Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre, www.qtac.edu.au
Western Australia, Tertiary Institutions Service Centre, www.tisc.edu.au
Tasmania, apply directly to the University of Tasmania, www.utas.edu.au
You will need access to a computer or smart phone, your student ID number and a PayPal account or credit/debit card.
You will be able to apply for special consideration, some access and equity scholarships and some early entry/guaranteed programs via the Tertiary Admission Centres.

 

The Hotel School

The Hotel School has campuses at Melbourne and Sydney and offers courses in Hotel Management and International Hotel Management.  To find out about courses, early entry programs, scholarships and how to apply for courses go to, https://bit.ly/3gnrnPD

 

Students applying for nursing/midwifery courses

Year 12 students applying for nursing or midwifery should be mindful of the following entry requirements:
VTAC:  Applicants applying for nursing or midwifery courses via the Victorian Tertiary Admission Centre (VTAC) will need to complete the ‘Nursing and Midwifery Declaration Form’ within their VTAC account.

Victoria University Bachelor of Nursing applicants will need to register for and sit the CASPer test.  Note – applicants who are also applying for Initial Teacher Education courses will need to pay and sit for two separate CASPer tests, https://takecasper.com/

UAC:  Applicants applying for nursing or midwifery courses via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will need to complete an ‘English Proficiency Declaration’ within their UAC account.

 

Missed the ADFA Open Day?

Students who missed the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) virtual open day can watch the recorded QnA and a virtual campus tour via Facebook Watch, https://bit.ly/2FOEfBO
At ADFA, students will:
• Undertake officer training
• Study a fully funded degree from UNSW such as Engineering, Arts, Business, Science, or Aviation
• Train in a role such as pilot, intelligence officer, or maritime warfare officer
• Earn a salary of $40,910 per year plus super
• Live on campus
For information visit, https://bit.ly/31tkfNH

 

Interested in studying human behaviour?

Would you like to become a psychologist?  You will need to start your education by studying a Bachelor degree with an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) approved major in psychology.  Not all psychology majors are approved by APAC, so you will need to contact the institution you would like to study at to double check.  For more information go to, http://bit.ly/2xqsTeQ

Careers in Psychology:  Deakin University has developed an excellent website showcasing different careers in Psychology.  Go to, http://bit.ly/2wLNAof

 

La Trobe University Sports Stadium

The La Trobe Sport Stadium is home to a comprehensive suite of high-performance athlete, education and community sport offerings.  As well as touring the facilities, you will learn how you can gain access to the La Trobe Sports Park’s crown jewel. To visit virtually,  https://bit.ly/3htnc6r

 

Apprenticeships

Viva Energy
Viva Energy is advertising Electrical Instrumentation and Fitter apprenticeships.  For information visit, https://bit.ly/3jargc6

Transdev Apprenticeship Program
Applications for heavy vehicle mechanic apprenticeships will open 1 September, www.transdev.com.au
Students can register for an information webinar on Monday 31 August, https://bit.ly/30LSy2j

 

Early admission programs

August closing dates for some early admission programs include:
Swinburne University, Early Entry Program, 28 August (Round 1), https://bit.ly/2WiPub5
La Trobe University, Aspire Program, Monday 31 August, http://bit.ly/2v9WOLN
Charles Sturt University, Charles Sturt Advantage, Monday 31 August, https://bit.ly/2UmOlgT

 

Virtual open day dates

The following are upcoming dates for several Victorian based institutes.
Victoria University, Saturday 29 August, http://bit.ly/2I4uehI
Collarts, Saturday 29 August, https://bit.ly/2Ee4UqQ
Monash University, 29 to 31 August, http://bit.ly/386QjH8
SAE Qantm, Sunday 30 August, https://bit.ly/3h5oKDv
RMIT University, the recordings from the recent open day are available on demand until 31 August, https://bit.ly/2CCP4Wp

 

Upcoming virtual events

UCAT ANZ:  National Institute of Education is running online medical interview and effective communication skills workshops for students who have sat the UCAT ANZ.  For information, dates and to register your place visit, https://bit.ly/34yQuga

Macleay College:  Macleay College is located at Melbourne and Sydney and offers a variety of courses.  Students interested in studying advertising or business at Macleay College in the future can undertake live demo classes.

Study Digital Media and Advertising
When:  Wednesday 2 September, 2:30 pm
Register:  https://bit.ly/32p29LL

Study Business Demo Class
When:  Thursday 3 September, 2:30 pm
Register:  https://bit.ly/3jasuUK

Course information, https://bit.ly/3loskv5

 

RMIT: Discover What’s Next Series

RMIT University is running seventeen online webinars for students exploring a variety of topics such as:
• transitioning to university and TAFE pathways
• selection tasks for courses such as architecture, landscape architecture, photography, textiles, gaming
For information and to register for sessions visit, https://bit.ly/3h8pS9k

WHAT’S ON Traralgon Junior School

AUGUST 28 August  Library collection day 31 August to 4 September  Years 5 and 6 online author visit and writing workshop with Nat Amore   …

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WHAT’S ON Traralgon Junior School

AUGUST

28 August  Library collection day
31 August to 4 September  Years 5 and 6 online author visit and writing workshop with Nat Amore

 

SEPTEMBER

Week 9
9 September
  ‘Jump off day’
Parent Student Teacher Interviews via Zoom
10 September  Parent Student Teacher Interviews via Zoom
11 September  Footy Day
Library collection day

 Week 10
‘Get jiggy with it’ dance competition finishes
18 September  End of Term 3, 2:30 pm finish

WHAT’S ON Traralgon Secondary School

SEPTEMBER 2 September  Parent Student Teacher Interviews, 4:00 pm 18 September  End of Term 3, 2:30 pm finish

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WHAT’S ON Traralgon Secondary School

SEPTEMBER

2 September  Parent Student Teacher Interviews, 4:00 pm
18 September  End of Term 3, 2:30 pm finish

WHAT’S ON Warragul Secondary School

AUGUST 28 August  SRC Meeting, lunchtime   SEPTEMBER 1 September  Online Maths Help, Years 7 to 9, lunchtime, (please register with your Maths teacher beforehand …

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WHAT’S ON Warragul Secondary School

AUGUST

28 August  SRC Meeting, lunchtime

 

SEPTEMBER

1 September  Online Maths Help, Years 7 to 9, lunchtime, (please register with your Maths teacher beforehand if you are attending so you can be given access)
Online Maths Help, Years 10 to 12, after school, (please register with your Maths teacher beforehand if you are attending so you can be given access)
2 September  Remote ‘Tournament of Minds’ meeting, 3:45 pm to 5:00 pm
3 September  Remote ‘Tournament of Minds’ meeting, 3:45 pm to 5:00 pm
Year 10 – Study Calm
8 September  Online Maths Help, Years 7 to 9, lunchtime, (please register with your Maths teacher beforehand if you are attending so you can be given access)
Online Maths Help, Years 10 to 12, after school, (please register with your Maths teacher beforehand if you are attending so you can be given access)
9 September  Remote ‘Tournament of Minds’ meeting, 3:45 pm to 5:00 pm
10 September  Remote ‘Tournament of Minds’ meeting, 3:45 pm to 5:00 pm
11 September  SRC Meeting, lunchtime

Art Club
Runs throughout the week.  To access the Art Club page, https://my.stpaulsags.vic.edu.au/homepage/10926
•  Students can comment in the social stream to join or email cpowell@stpaulsags.vic.edu.au
•  Archipaul’d Portrait Competition: All Warragul Secondary School students can vote for their favourite to win the People’s Choice award.

Sports Department
Each week the Sports Department runs an ISO Challenge.  This can be accessed on the Sport Page of MyStPauls.

Online Ensemble Rehearsals
The following ensembles are currently running online.  Please check with the ensemble director if you are unsure of the day/time of rehearsals.
•  Flute Ensemble
•  Jazz Improvisation
•  St Paul’s Voices
•  Community Strings
•  Concert Jazz Ensemble

WHAT’S ON Warragul Junior School

AUGUST 28 August  SRC Meeting, lunchtime, via Teams 29 and 30 August  Drawing Challenge (links on all parent/class/campus pages) 31 August to 4 September  Virtual …

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WHAT’S ON Warragul Junior School

AUGUST

28 August  SRC Meeting, lunchtime, via Teams
29 and 30 August 
Drawing Challenge (links on all parent/class/campus pages)
31 August to 4 September  Virtual serial readings by Mr Barkla, 7:00 pm (links on all parent/class/campus pages)

 

SEPTEMBER

2 September  Story Time (links on all parent/class/campus pages)
4 September  SRC Meeting, lunchtime, via Teams
7 September  Parent Prayer Group, via Zoom, 1:30 pm
11 September  SRC Meeting, lunchtime, via Teams

 

COMING UP:
Trivia Challenge
1,000 Cranes Challenge
Spoonville  (details on all parent/class/campus pages)