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Excursion News - Year 11 Construction Students Visit to QPAC’s New Performing Arts Venue 

We are happy to share that on Tuesday 20 August, 21 enthusiastic Year 11 Construction students, had the incredible opportunity to visit QPAC's new performing arts venue in South Brisbane, which is currently under construction by Lendlease. This "Try a Skill" event, organised by Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) and funded by the government, was hosted by Lendlease and featured some familiar faces—Old Boys from Marist College Ashgrove, who are now part of the Lendlease team!

The day was packed with excitement as the students heard from a variety of inspiring speakers, including the award-winning architects, the Environmental Health and Safety Officer, and one of the project’s engineers. The students engaged in hands-on activities like building a catapult and designing a theatre, which not only sparked their creativity but also gave them a taste of the diverse trades available in the construction industry.

The highlight of the day was a guided tour of the venue, where the students gained valuable insights into the many trades involved in such a large-scale project. With a shortage of skilled tradespeople in Australia, the connection between Marist College Ashgrove and Lendlease is more important than ever, offering our students a potential gateway to exciting future careers.

We are incredibly grateful for this opportunity and extend our heartfelt thanks to Lendlease and CSQ for making this event a truly unforgettable experience!

FREE Vocational Education and Training (VET) Webinar – 28 August

Year 10 Parents are invited to a free Vocational Education and Training (VET) webinar run by Independent Schools Queensland on Wednesday 28 August 2024 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm.

This webinar is hosted by the Queensland Joint Parent Committee and brings together experts in curriculum, VET and industry to help unpack the opportunities and advantages of combining academic studies with job-ready VET subjects to set young people up for success in the workplace post-school.

A parent with a child studying VET will also share their own family’s experience. 

Interested parents can register here. 

Brisbane Isuzu Heavy Vehicle Apprenticeships - close 30 Aug

Applications for Brisbane Isuzu Heavy Vehicle (Truck) Apprenticeship Intake 2025 are now open. The interview process will be conducted on 19 and 20 September 2024. Send your application to careers@brisbaneisuzu.com.au. Applications close 30th August 2024.

QUT Campus Tours 26 and 27 September

Year 12 Students are invited to attend one of the QUT campus tours on 26 and 27 September. Please register via the link: HERE.

CV Media and Signage Open Day - Friday 27 Sep 2024

Students are invited to attend the CV Media and Signage Open Day at 10:00am on Friday 27th September 2024. Attractions include:

• Apprenticeship Hands-on Workshops
• Project Manager Traineeship Information Session
• Installer and Manufacturer Career Pathways

REGISTER NOW by emailing marketing@cvservices.com.au no later than 23rd August 2024.

Year 12 Attendance During Mock Exams

Year 12 students not sitting mock external exams in Weeks 8 and 9 must complete all mandatory assessments in both school subjects and vocational education before being released for apprenticeships, traineeships or work experience. Please collect a Release Form from the VET and Careers Office, have it signed by your teachers, and return it to Mrs Gooley for approval by Monday 19 August.

Work Experience Hosts Needed!

The VET & Careers Team is looking for host employers who can support our current students with work experience opportunities in the following areas:

• ⚡ Electrical (especially refrigeration) 
• 🩺 Health (especially medicine and physiotherapy) 
• 🎬 Theatre Production 

Your expertise can greatly influence their future careers, and you’ll have the opportunity to trial potential future employees while staying connected with the Marist community and discovering new talent.

If you're interested in helping, please contact Beth Muller from the VET & Careers Department on 07 3858 6463 or via email: mullere@marash.qld.edu.au

Let’s work together to shape the future of our students!

Careers News

University of the Sunshine Coast – Headstart Information Evening

Are you ready to make a start on your future?

Join us at our Headstart Information Evenings where we’ll take you through everything you need to know about the program, including how Year 10 students can now enrol in Semester 1 Headstart subjects (in addition to Year 11 and 12 students).

Headstart gives school students a real university experience, allowing you to study first-year uni subjects and possibly receive credit to take time off your degree.

UniSC will cover the cost of the first course and additional courses are only $400, so you'll also save money on your full degree!

You'll also hear from Headstart students who will talk about their experience and provide tips for what to expect.

Event details - Online via Zoom: Tuesday 10 September, 5:30pm-6:30pm - Register HERE.

Interested in a Teaching Career? Apply for the Aspiring Teacher Grant!

Are you in Year 12 and thinking about a career in teaching? The Aspiring Teacher Grant offers financial support for high-achieving students who plan to study an undergraduate teaching degree in Queensland. This grant provides a lump sum to help with study expenses, making it easier to focus on your education.

To be eligible, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident. In return, recipients usually commit to teaching in a Queensland state school after graduation, often in regional or remote areas.

This is a great opportunity to kick-start your teaching career. For more details, visit the Queensland Government website here.

Scholarships Information Session at St Peters Lutheran College - 10 Sept 2024

St Peters Lutheran College, Indooroopilly is hosting a Scholarship Information Session on Tuesday 10 September from 6:30pm-8:00pm in the Dron Auditorium.   

Year 12s are welcome to attend, along with a parent.  Please register via link and wear your school uniform. 

The below map will assist with finding the Dron Auditorium (PAC), as well as parking options.  Entering the College via Lohe Street is probably best for accessing the Dron Auditorium. Cars are able to park alongside the internal roads, just not on a yellow line.

High School Health Adventure

Experience a day in the life of a health professional through Mater Education.

Are you a student in Years 10-12 and interested in pursuing a career in healthcare? 

Be immersed in a real hospital environment and get hands-on experience at a one- or two-day High School Health Adventure program. 

• Dates available:
• 26-27 September 2024
• 3-4 December 2024

See flyer and link to website to register.

AG Careers Start – Applications open 22 July – 9 September

If you’re 17-25, this unique gap-year program provides you with a paid job, training and development, not to mention the opportunity to build your networks within the agriculture industry. Applicants can indicate which farm type they’d prefer from a wide variety, and also where in Australia they would ideally like to go. A matching process is undertaken to ensure participants are assigned to the type of farms that match their interests and skills. To learn more, visit the AG Careers Start website HERE. Applications for 2025 open on 22 July.

TAFE at School - Applications opening for 2025 on Monday 15 July 2024 at 9:00am

How to apply

To submit an application for the 2025 TAFE at School Programs, students will need to:

• Go to tafeapply.com
• Enter the application code for the course and campus location they wish to apply for. Please refer to the table at the back of the TAFE at School Course Guide for the codes. Greater Brisbane Course Guide and Greater Brisbane Price List.

UQ Young ChangeMakers Program

Year 11 students are invited to apply for this 4-day on-campus experience. Interactive workshops and keynote lectures aim to ignite passions for leadership, academic enrichment, and community development.

Dates: 24–27 November 2024

Location: UQ St Lucia campus

Defence Work Experience Programs (DWEP)

Please see below upcoming Defence Work Experience Programs (DWEP) for the remainder of 2024. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us the number below.

The Defence Work Experience Program (DWEP) is a national Youth Program that provides young Australians with an interest in a Defence career, the opportunity to gain exposure to a range of job roles available within Defence and the Australian Public Service. Defence work experience activities are designed to be hands on and interactive so that young people can make informed career decisions.

The following programs are now taking applications online:

Places are limited and students are strongly encouraged to submit complete and considered applications as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We work alongside ADF Units to bring students a valuable experience with serving personnel and therefore unforeseen changes or operational commitments may result in a placement being changed, postponed and/or cancelled at short notice.

Please monitor the DWEP website for updates on the program and to apply. Any questions regarding the work experience programs within South QLD can be forwarded to the South QLD Work Experience Program email address sqld.workexperience@defence.gov.au.