Student Futures
Girton Grammar School
Planning for tomorrow: Careers and VCE pathways at Girton
At Girton, preparing students for meaningful futures begins well before Year 11. Guided by our mission to educate and empower young people to achieve and flourish in their aspirations for life, our Student Futures program is designed to support each young person in discovering their strengths, values and aspirations, whether their pathway leads through the VCE, a vocational option or another post‑school direction entirely.
Last year, we introduced the Year 9 Career Values Profile, a session designed to help students identify what they value most in future work and learning. This early reflection lays the groundwork for more informed choices as they progress.
In Year 10, students participate in an intensive Year 10 Career Profiling process, providing personalised insights that guide their selection of VCE subjects and help them make confident, future‑focused decisions. Parents and Carers are invited to meet with their child and our Head of Student Futures, Mr Dean Langley and Mr Jarrod Wiese to discuss their results.
To keep families connected with all aspects of post‑school planning, we are excited to introduce a new Student Futures section in eLink. Each edition will highlight key programs, opportunities and timelines relevant to careers and pathways at Girton.
For comprehensive information about VCE and post-school planning at any time, families are encouraged to visit the Careers page on Astra, as well as our dedicated Careers website: GirtonGrammarCareers.com
Student Futures team
Mr Dean Langley, Head of VCE and Student Futures
Mr Jarrod Wiese, Careers Advisor and Teacher
Mrs Stacey Picot, Student Futures and VCE Coordinator
Upcoming University Open Days
University Open Days provide are a great opportunity for students and families to explore campuses, speak directly with faculty and current students, and gain a clearer sense of courses, pathways and university life. To view all upcoming Open Days and everything you need to know about VCE, visit our Careers website.
Upcoming Open Days are also published on Astra.
Australian National University Open Day - 28 March 2026
Colleges Open House - University of Melbourne - Saturday 16 May 2026
- Deakin Campus Tours - April 2026
Year 10 Work Experience
Year 10 Work Experience will take place during Camps Week. Families are reminded to ensure all required paperwork is completed and submitted as soon as possible so placements can be finalised. If a student has not yet secured a work experience placement, they must contact Mr Jarrod Wiese promptly for support and guidance.
Year 10 Career Profiling
The 2026 Career Profiling Session for Year 10 students is scheduled for Tuesday 28 April 2026. Parents are encouraged to watch this short video to understand the process. More information can be found on the Career Profiling page on Astra.