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Student Wellbeing

As you near the end of your 2 years here at CRC Sydenham, and 13 years of school education, take some time to reflect on what you have achieved. I’m sure there have been highs and lows along the way, but you did it, you are here! You’re graduating. You may not know what your next step is, or what your long term goals/plans are, but that’s ok. When you’re ready, you will know and will find yourself.

 

What to do after Year 12?

After exams are over, and high school life is done, it can be a little daunting on what to do next…

You don’t have to go to University or TAFE straight away – If you still haven’t decided on what you want to do, that’s ok, don’t worry.  A gap year may be something you need to inspire you and give you the opportunity to explore the career you may want to do.

Welcome to the big world. Get ready for what’s ahead –expect that challenges await you. If you have a good work ethic, want to learn and try your best, you will be more successful at whatever you chose to do. There is always help around. The real world can be scary, but it is exciting at the same time.

  • Focus on feeling good. Explore. Learn. Discover and own it!
  • Always believe in yourself, even when times are tough. Don’t quit.
  • Walk the path that will motivate you and make you proud.
  • Don’t be afraid to fail. It will make you strive harder and make you stronger. Failure is a part of the process.
  • Aim high, be bold, the world is yours.

“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are”.  – Theodore Roosevelt –

“If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no. If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same place” – Nora Roberts –

“Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school”

 – Albert Einstein –

 “If you can dream it, you can do it”. – Walt Disney –

Be kind and good to people you meet along the way. Allow the words of God to guide you as you enter into this new journey. Think big thoughts and be optimistic in whatever you are doing.

Enjoy all the upcoming celebrations ahead (safely). Your next chapter is the one that you will write. It awaits you. Anything is possible. Best of luck!

 

What to do if I don’t get the expected ATAR?

  • If my ATAR is too low?

Remember your ATAR is just a number. It won’t matter once you’re studying or in the workforce. Keep in mind that cut-off scores may vary between courses and institutions. This means that if your ATAR is too low, you still may gain entry into an institution with a lower demand, that offers a very similar course, or allow you to take a slightly different way to get to your end goal.

  • What if I can’t get into University?

If you have your heart set on studying at University, you may need to look into an alternative pathway. You may need to start off at a TAFE institute and move into second Year University with full credit after a year at TAFE. To transfer, you generally need to complete one year of full time study, and maintain a certain academic average. Another option is enter your specialization at postgraduate level, once you have completed a bachelor degree.

  • Should I change my preference?

Put in new preferences only if you have to, not because you can. If you need any assistance, you can always make an appointment with the careers adviser, to discuss your next step. The careers advisers will be at school for a few days after the ATARs are released.