In this issue

MARCH

7 March  Year 7 2024 Information Evening, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
8 March  Years 7 and 10 Immunisations
9 March  SEISA Summer Sport, Intermediate/Senior, Round 4
13 March  Labour Day Public Holiday
15 March  Years 7 and 9 NAPLAN Begins
23 March  SEISA Summer Sport, Intermediate/Senior, Round 5
29 March  Athletic Trials
30 March  SEISA Summer Sport, Intermediate/Senior, Round 6
Parent Student Teacher Interviews (PSTIs), 4:00 pm

APRIL

3 April  House Athletics Carnival, Newborough Athletics Track
5 April  Parent Student Teacher Interviews (PSTIs), Online, 4:00 pm
6 April  Easter Service, 10:20 am
End of Term 1, 2:10 pm finish

MARCH

6 March  Parent Prayer Group, Prideaux Centre, 9:00 am
Years 3 to 6 Athletics Carnival
9 March  Prep to Year 2 Australia Reads Day
Years 3 to 6 ySafe Cyber Safety Student Education Session
ySafe Cyber Safety Parent Information Session, Warragul Junior School Gymnasium, 7:00 pm
13 March  Labour Day Public Holiday
14 to 17 March  Year 5 Camp, Golden Valley
16 March  Regional Swimming (selected students only)
20 March  Years 3 and 5 NAPLAN
21 March  Years 3 and 5 NAPLAN
Harmony Day
22 March  Years 3 and 5 NAPLAN
Dr Justin Coulson ADHD Webinar, 7:00 pm
23 March  Years 3 and 5 NAPLAN
Prep Excursion to Farm World
24 March  Prep Excursion to Farm World
Years 3 and 5 NAPLAN
27 March  District Athletics (selected students only)
28 March  ELC and Prep Discovery Morning
29 March  Parent Teacher Interviews, 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
30 March  Parent Teacher Interviews, 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm

MARCH

3 March  Anglican Schools Forum, Melbourne Grammar School, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
4 March  Scholarship Testing, Warragul Secondary School, Traralgon Secondary School, 9:00 am
5 March  SEISA Surf Training, Selections and Swim Test, Phillip Island, 8:00 am to 11:00 am
6 March  Year 12 Physics – Luna Park Physics Day, Luna Park Melbourne, St Kilda, 7:43 am to 4:03 pm
Presentation Ball Training – BOYS ONLY SESSION, Warragul Junior School Gymnasium, 3:25 pm to 5:00 pm
9 March  SEISA Summer Sport, Intermediate/Senior, Round 4
Steven Herrick Author Visit (Year 8), Warragul Science Centre Lecture Theatre, 9:40 am to 10:40 am
ySafe Cyber Safety – Parent Information Session, Warragul Junior School Gymnasium, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
10 March  Year 9 City Experience – Day One, Melbourne CBD, 7:06 am to 4:48 pm
13 March  Labour Day Public Holiday
14 March  SEISA Visual Arts Festival, Year 11 Art students, DT Parker Centre, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
16 March  Presentation Ball Training – GIRLS ONLY SESSION, Warragul Junior School Gymnasium, 3:25 pm to 5:00 pm
DAV Debating, Round 1, St Margaret’s, Berwick Grammar, 4:15 pm to 10:00 pm
20 March  Presentation Ball Training, Warragul Junior School Gymnasium, 3:25 pm to 5:00 pm
23 March  SEISA Summer Sport, Intermediate/Senior, Round 5
24 March  Performing Art Scholarship Holders Concert, Science Centre Lecture Theatre, 7:00 pm
27 March  Year 9 Faiths in our Community Excursion, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Top Arts Excursion, Years 11 and 12 Art students, National Gallery of Victoria, 9:15 am to 4:30 pm
Presentation Ball Training, Warragul Junior School Gymnasium, 3:25 pm to 5:00 pm
29 March  Years 7 and 8 Athletics Trials, Harold Preston Park, Traralgon, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (please note the change of date)
Top Designs Exhibition, Years 11 and 12 VCD students, Melbourne Museum, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
30 March  Parent Student Teacher Interviews (PSTIs) #1, Face-to-Face session, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
31 March  Year 12 Sport and Recreation – Melbourne Cable Park Day Trip, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

APRIL

3 April  House Athletics Carnival, Newborough Athletics Track, 9:00 am to 3:10 pm
Presentation Ball Training, Warragul Junior School Gymnasium, 3:25 pm to 5:00 pm
5 April  Parent Student Teacher Interviews (PSTIs) #2, ZOOM session, 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm
6 April  SEISA Surfing, Woolamai Surf Beach, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
End of Term 1, 2:10 pm finish

As we progress through Term 1, it has been really encouraging and exciting that many of our Year 12 students are booking appointments with me to discuss their future pathways. For those who are yet to do so, please email me to arrange a time. Students from all year levels are welcome to book a time, as are parents/guardians.  For students intending to complete work experience over the Easter holidays, please complete a green form from the Careers office as soon as possible to allow for processing time.

This newsletter contains important information regarding the UCAT with registrations now open and direct applications for ANU (Australian National University in Canberra) have also opened.  Please do not hesitate to get in contact if you have any questions.

“I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.” – Estee Lauder

Sarah Luck
Head of Careers
sluck@stpaulsags.vic.edu.au

UCAT

Year 12 students who are planning to sit the UCAT this year can now register for the test via www.ucat.edu.au
The booking deadline is 17 May at 11:59 pm (AEST)
You can book after this date (up until 5 June) but you will be charged a late fee of up to $185. The testing will take place between 3 July until 11 August.

You can start preparing for the test early by completing a preparation program via a private company such as:

NIE, www.nie.edu.au
Med Entry, www.medentry.edu.au

It is important to note that private companies are not endorsed by the universities that use the UCAT.

Open Days and Information Sessions

Medicine Information Sessions (online)
The following universities are hosting online discovery sessions. Join staff and current students to learn about their medicine programs, learning experience and admissions process.

UNSW
Tuesday 14 March, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Book via UNSW

Monash University
Wednesday 29 March, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Book via Monash Events

Charles Sturt University
Wednesday 29 March, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Book via Charles Sturt Events

Discover Monash Seminar Series

Over the coming months, Monash University will be hosting a number of Discover Monash events or activities.  Unless specified online, these will be face-to-face events.

Participating in one or more of these events will assist students in making informed choices about their study options after Year 12.

The following events will take place in March and students are encouraged to register early.

Open Day

ANU will be hosting an Open Day in mid-March.  Students and parents will have the opportunity to tour the campus and accommodation, learn about the academic colleges, degree programs and support services and chat with current students about campus life and their ANU experiences.

Date: Saturday 18 March, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Students are invited to register now for the event, in order to plan their day.
Register here.

Victoria Police Careers Expo

Victoria Police is running an information session for prospective applicants at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. If you are keen to explore policing careers, this is an event not to be missed.

Date: 18 March
Visit: police information session

ACN Nursing and Health Expo Melbourne

The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is hosting a Nursing and Health Expo on Saturday 1 April at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. You will be able to explore career pathways, research courses and speak directly to nurses working in a variety of practice areas.
To register, visit: ACN events

Students are invited to participate in on-campus higher education institution tours during the upcoming term break. Tours will be conducted by student ambassadors and specialist course advisers and will generally run for approximately 45 minutes.

Tours provide a perfect opportunity for prospective students and their families to ask questions about courses, student services, accommodation and scholarships etc. The following are examples of institutes that are running tours:

Deakin University
April 12 to 20: participate in a campus and accommodation tour at the Deakin campus of your choice, Deakin tour

Monash University
April 19 and 20: participate in a tour of the Clayton, Caulfield, and/or Peninsula campuses, Monash tour

La Trobe University
Albury-Wodonga campus: book a campus tour by emailing Marcella Bulic, M.Bulic@latrobe.edu.au

Australian Catholic University
Register for a personalised campus tour via ACU tour

Charles Sturt University
Register for a personalised campus tour via Charles Sturt tour

Swinburne University
Register for a personalised campus tour via Swinburne tour

Box Hill Institute
Register for a ‘talk and tour’ session at the following campuses:
Box Hill – March 28
Lilydale – March 30
Register via, Box Hill tour

Resources

Careers in Health

My Health Career is a fantastic website that has career resources such as information sheets and videos about careers in several health fields including physiotherapy, dentistry, optometry and occupational therapy.
Check it out here: My Health Career

Studying Law

According to ‘Explore Careers’, one of the many myths about studying law is that “you should only study law if you want to become a lawyer.” Fortunately, this is entirely false – a degree in law opens you up to many different and diverse career opportunities!  Read an excellent article by Explore Careers about why you should consider studying a law degree, Study Law

University News

Study Law at Bond University, Gold Coast

Recently Bond University introduced a new law specialisation that focuses on the science and the human, social and commercial implications of climate change.  Students in the Bachelor of Laws have the option of specialising in climate law and practice by completing a Climate Law specialisation.  Interested students are encouraged to browse the website to familiarise themselves with the structure of the Bachelor of Laws course and browse the Climate Law specialisation and read the list of climate law subjects. 

Early Entry

At La Trobe University, there is more than one way into university. The Aspire Early Entry Program is a way to access an adjusted Aspire ATAR for your preferred course and secure an early conditional offer. For some Aspire programs, you can also gain a La Trobe Entrance Score as an alternative to your ATAR.

There are multiple streams to choose from, so if you have given back to your community, achieved good results in Year 11 or taken extra university studies, these will assist with your application to give you the reassurance that you have a place in your preferred course before you complete Year 12.

Selection is based on Year 11 results and a school endorsement.

Round 2 applications close Thursday 6 April
For further details visit: La Trobe Aspire

Applications for 2024 entry

Current Year 12 students who intend applying directly to ANU for undergraduate study in 2024 are advised that direct applications opened on Wednesday 1 March and close on Monday 15 May.

Students can start their applications at any time and log back in, as needed, to complete the process.

Students will need to include their co-curricular activities with appropriate supporting documentation, as well as complete a Year 11 Results Form.

Students are advised to read through the Application Information before applying at Applying to ANU.

Work Experience

AFP – Forensics Work Experience Program

Applications are now open for the AFP Forensics Work Experience Program! The one-week program held in Canberra is for Years 10 to 12 students who want to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), particularly in forensic science.

The first course will be held in May 2023 and the second in September 2023. You have until 10 March 2023 to submit your application.  For more information on how to apply, visit: AFP forensics

Science Programs

MYSci, MONASH UNIVERSITY

MYSci is a three-day science program specifically designed for students who are in Years 11 and 12. The program will run from 12 to 14 April at the Clayton campus. Program activities will include:

• hands-on workshops
• access to brilliant teaching facilities
• opportunity to meet Monash Research Scientists
• exposure to potential career pathways
• activities with the Young Scientists of Australia
• social activities

Cost: $115 per student.
For further information and to register visit: MySci

SCIENCE EXPERIENCE

The Science Experience is a fun one, three or four days of science activities for students in Years 9 and 10. Each program is designed to provide students who have an interest in science with an opportunity to engage in a wide range of fascinating science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work.  The program also provides information about further studies in science, technology and engineering. It highlights the wide range of careers that allow students to pursue their interests and abilities in the sciences.
The following two programs are running in Victoria:

• Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre, Queenscliff
  Date: April 18
  Cost: $72

• Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn
  Date: June 28 – 30
  Cost: $210

For information on the programs and how to register, visit Science experience

Scholarships

Scholarships for students with a disability

If you have a disability, it does not have to stop you from attending university. Alongside dedicated support services, many institutions also offer special scholarships for students with a disability.

Each year there are hundreds of scholarships that go unawarded because nobody applies – so it is always worth having a go.

Disability scholarships are often open to students with many different disabilities. This can include physical disabilities, learning and cognitive disabilities, sensory issues and even mental health issues.

Some particular scholarships may target students with a specific disability (for example deaf and hard-of-hearing students, students with autism) so make sure you read the eligibility criteria carefully before you apply.

The following are some of the scholarships for students with a disability:

Walter and Eliza Hall Trust Opportunity Scholarship – a scholarship worth up to $10,000 each year for a student with a physical disability to help cover educational expenses.

Vision Australia Further Education Bursary – provides adaptive technology to help students who are blind or have low vision to succeed in their studies.

Australian Disability and Indigenous Peoples’ Education Fund – provides small six monthly grants of up to $2,500 to assist people with disabilities to continue their learning.

Redkite Dare to Dream Scholarship – open to any teenager in Australia who has cancer or has had cancer at any point in their life. Teens can receive up to $5,000 to help them achieve a goal.

Northcott Scholarship Opportunities – support for people with a disability currently studying at TAFE, University or other Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

There are many more scholarships available, Study Work Grow has an extensive list, click here to view them: Scholarships

Jobs Forecast

Where will the jobs be in 2026?

It is likely that 91.7% of new jobs will require post-school education and more than three-fifths of the total projected employment growth will occur in high-skill level jobs.

The four services industries projected to provide more than three-fifths of the total projected employment growth are:

• Health care and social assistance
• Accommodation and food services
• Professional, scientific and technical services
• Education and training

Snapshot of Swinburne University

• Swinburne is student-focused and aims at students being engaged in their learning; be exposed to innovative teaching, and given thorough preparation for the workforce
• Swinburne ranks in the top 50 universities in the world under 50 years old – Times Higher Education 100 Under 50 Rankings
• Swinburne has been recognised as having one of the best design schools in the world by the QS World Rankings of Universities by Subject. The university was listed in the top 100 for the Art and Design subject area
• Swinburne regularly receives a 5-star ranking for student satisfaction – Rankings and Ratings | Swinburne
• Swinburne offers world-class higher education in health, arts, design, business, law, science, engineering, and technology – Schools and Departments
• Swinburne is a university that makes Work Integrated Learning (also sometimes referred to as Industry Linked Projects) a major assessment component for students and is guaranteed in all bachelor degrees – Work Integrated Learning
• Swinburne aims at producing job-ready students and Industry Based Learning (IBL) is offered to all eligible undergraduate students in the form of 6-12 month Professional Placements with industry partners with a long history of collaboration with Swinburne
• Swinburne is one of only a few universities in Australia with access to the Keck telescope in Hawaii, 9000 kilometres away – Keck, and Swinburne has a remote operations facility in Melbourne that allows astronomers to remotely control the Keck telescopes in Hawaii – M. Keck Observatory and Parkes Radio Telescope
• The Bachelor of Circus Arts offered at the National Institute of Circus Arts Australia – and accredited by Swinburne, not only offers elite sport training but also a sound business qualification. Several NICA graduates are currently employed with Cirque Du Soleil
• Swinburne has a campus in Malaysia with many of the courses offered in Australia offered there – many Australian students choose to study a semester or more at the campus in Malaysia – Sarawak Campus, Malaysia
• Swinburne has partnerships with over 100 overseas institutions across more than 20 countries, allowing Australian students to go for a semester abroad, or complete part of their studies at one of these institutions – Student Exchange Program
• Swinburne offers a number of study tours and a great number of those are specific to students studying business – Overseas Study Tours
• Swinburne also has an Emerging Leaders Program, whereby students identify skills they have developed during their time at university and learn how to translate these experiences into skills that employers are looking for
• Swinburne offers an Aviation degree and part of the training in this course includes access to a Flight Simulator Laboratory with aviation simulators to immerse trainee and experienced pilots in challenging fight scenarios whilst monitoring every aspect of their performance with cutting-edge measurement tools. The results allow them to predict how new cockpit technologies and procedures will work in the real world.
• Swinburne offers a bachelor degree designed specifically to train students as a commercial pilot ­- Aviation.  Swinburne partners with Jetstar and Qantas with a Cadet Pilot Program
• Swinburne has one of the largest university Psychology Clinics in Australia, not only offering low-cost counselling, psychological assessment, and group therapy treatment, but also quality teaching and research – Psychology Clinic
• For a comprehensive list of all courses offered at Swinburne, browse Courses at Swinburne.
• A new course being offered from 2023 is the Bachelor of Applied Innovation which is a degree students can do as a double degree with a number of other bachelor’s degrees.  Students who choose this course can complete it in up to one extra year of study.

University Courses

Federation University – Sport, Physical and Outdoor Education

If you are thinking about a career in community sport and recreation or looking for a pathway into Health and PE (HPE) teaching, this Federation University degree is for you.

During the Bachelor of Sport, Physical and Outdoor Education degree, students learn leadership, teaching and people skills and put these into practice in a variety of settings.

Subjects studied are a blend of hands-on and theoretical work, and include outdoor leadership, fundamental movement, exercise physiology and fitness, swimming and water safety, biomechanics, outdoor living and travel skills and human development and nutrition.

This degree provides a strong foundation for a rewarding career in the sport and recreation and outdoor education industries.

The Bachelor of Sport, Physical and Outdoor Education degree offers two options to becoming a registered Health and PE teacher:
If after completing the first year, students have maintained a good academic standard, they may be eligible to apply for a transfer into the second year of the Bachelor of Secondary Education (Health and Physical Education Teaching).
Alternatively, students may opt to complete this degree and then continue into a Master of Teaching in either secondary or primary teaching and qualify as a Victorian Institute of Teaching registered teacher within 4.5 years.

Studying the Built Environment
Be part of the next generation of built environment thinkers and doers, learning how to reimagine the world around us. Develop possible futures through ethical, experimental and engaged design practice and shape the lived experience of communities, places and environments.

At the University of Melbourne, students can learn how architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, urban planning, property and construction can combine to address our shared challenges of today and tomorrow.

• Students get the opportunity to collaborate across the various disciplines of the built environment.
• Researchers and industry practitioners teach the programs and are leaders in public conversations about our cities and regions, shaping policy development and transforming Australian practice.
• Melbourne, frequently ranked as the world’s most liveable city, is a fantastic city in which to become an expert in the built environment fields.

Students are encouraged to visit Built Environment at Melbourne and browse the four study areas on offer to find out more.

Careers   

Have you considered a career in insurance?

As one of the biggest, most diverse industries in the world, insurance has more roles than you would imagine – including ones that are perfect for you. Love numbers? You’re needed. Love people? Insurance has roles for you. Analytical? A big thinker? A problem solver?

Whatever you are, insurance has a job with your name on it. To learn about where a career in insurance can take you, check out the website ‘Careers in Insurance’ here:  Insurance careers

Spotlight on Dental Technology and Oral Health Courses in Victoria

Dental technicians construct and repair dentures (false teeth) and other dental appliances, including crowns, bridges and orthodontic appliances (Good Careers Guide)

Oral health therapists diagnose dental decay and gum diseases, work together with dentists to provide routine oral health care for children and adults, and also help to promote oral health and preventive dental practices among school children and the broader community (Good Careers Guide)

Both of these professionals work together with dentists and dental surgeons.

Casual Employment

There are many benefits of having a casual or part-time job including discovering your talents, understanding your strengths and developing lifelong skills such as time management, commitment, problem-solving and working in a team.  A few things to consider before applying are;

• Work hours – will you be able to balance work with school, sport and hobbies?
• Location – can you travel safely to and from work? Will you need someone to drive you there?
• Employment status – will you be required to work at short notice or will you have set hours?
• Physical activity – will the job involve heavy lifting, standing or sitting for long periods?
• Workmates – will you be working with others or by yourself?
• Supervision and training – will you be supervised and provided with training?

The best starting point once you have decided on an employer is to visit the store or business and speak to someone, remember first impressions count!

Ask family members and neighbours if they have any ideas, you could be a dog walker or do some babysitting, you can also find further information on the following multi nationals:

Kmart, Job search
McDonald’s, Casual positions
Bunnings, Job search
Taco Bill, https://au.indeed.com/jobs
KFC, KFC careers
Woolworths, Job search
Coles, Coles jobs
IGA Supermarkets, IGA casual positions