November, 2024 - FACT: Those who have goals are 10 times more likely to succeed than those without goals.

Congratulations Year 12! Thirteen years of schooling has now come to an end. It is a very special time as you graduate from high school and make decisions on what comes next. There are many different paths you can take; it's your own journey and it is not purely defined by your HSC results. Many of our students have received Early Admission to their chosen universities and we congratulate these students. Others have received scholarships, gained apprenticeships and cadetships. To all of our Year 12 students, we are so very proud of your achievements and we wish you all the very best for your future.

To the new Year 12, 2025 students my advice to you is to begin to explore options now for further study, employment or traineeships/apprenticeships. Set goals for your HSC and high expectations. Take opportunities as they arise and immerse yourself in extra curricular activities that can build a portfolio for future employment. If you need advice in any of these areas, please contact me and I can assist you.

UOW Discovery Day is happening on 13 February, 2024. This is a day where I invite interested students to attend University of Wollongong and explore courses and suitable options post school. Places are limited so please register your interest with me.

Partnerships

Our students have been exposed to some great STEM opportunities over the past term. The first experience was with NSW Mining who invited our students to participate in a Virtual Reality experience to explore the number of Careers and options available in Mining. Our Engineering, Physics and Science students participated in this unique experience.

This term NeuraNext visited our College to demonstrate the wide usage of Artificial Intelligence in society. This included the future of AI and how it is being used in Robotics. Students were able to see robotics in action as well as explore future career opportunities in this industry. This was certainly an eye opening experience for all of our participating students.

Year 12 Design & Technology students also have had the opportunity to visit UTS for their Creative Industries Day. Students were able to explore pathways to further study in the field of Design, Architecture, Criminology, Education and International Studies. On this day, students also visited Torrens University, where they learnt first hand about a number of degree programs in Design, Business, Health and Hospitality. This is the start of their research into the best pathway for them post school.

UAC

As Year 12 eagerly await their results, students will need to be aware of the following dates:

Upcoming offer rounds -

18 December, 9am- ATAR is released

18 December, 11.59pm - UAC closes for preference changes

23 December - Main Offer Round released

University Updates

University of Sydney - Entry Schemes and Admission Pathways, Webinar, 4 December, 5.00pm

There is more than one way to gain entry to your dream degree at USYD. Learn more about entry schemes and pathways at this webinar. Register here:

University of Sydney - Why study business at USYD?

Webinar, 27 November, 4.00pm

You will learn about the range of study areas available, including marketing, finance and entrepreneurship, as well as the many ways in which you can combine your interests from over 100 study areas in our shared pools of majors and minors. Learn more about internships, industry-focused experiences, and global mobility opportunities. Register here:

University of Sydney Campus Tours

11 December - Business and Economics Faculty Tours

12 December - Architecture and Design Faculty Tours

13 December - Medicine and Health Faculty Tours

14 December - Science Faculty Tours

16 December - Arts and Law Faculty Tours

17 December - Engineering Faculty Tours

Learn more here:

ACU Discover Law and Criminology, November 28, 4.00 - 6.00pm

These sessions will give you an insight into life as a uni student in the areas of law and criminology.

Find out more

UTS Fashion and Textiles Showcase, November 27, 6.30 - 9.00pm

Witness the debut of Australia’s future fashion trailblazers as they unveil their cutting-edge designs at the UTS Bachelor of Design (Honours) Fashion and Textiles Graduate Showcase. High school students and parents can access a discounted ticket by using the code Schools10 at checkout. Find out more

TAFE/Colleges

TAFE NSW Information Sessions

Join TAFE online to discover how TAFE NSW can help you get the skills you need for the job you want. Register here:

TAFE Pathways to a STEM Career

Learn more here about the number of study areas in STEM at TAFE.

Financial Support for Apprentices - Trade Support Loan. A Trade Support Loan is an interest free loan to help you purchase trade tools and supplies while being an apprentice. You can borrow up to $25,643 (2023-2024), which is paid in monthly instalments. Once you complete your apprenticeship, you will receive a 20% discount on your loan amount. Learn more here:

ADF Careers Experience Hub

Discover what a career in the Navy, Army or Air Force has to offer. Learn more here:

AIE Online Campus Day, November 30, 1.00pm

Discover the courses designed to get you started in Game Development, 3D animation, film and visual effects at the AIE Online Campus Day. Find out more

Sydney Design School Info Session, November 26, 6.00pm (on campus)

Find out everything you need to know about Sydney Design School. Register here:

SAE Info Night, November 27, 5.30 - 7.30pm

Learn more about new technology courses in VFX; Virtual Production and Computer Science!

Register here:

Cadetships, Apprenticeships, Traineeships

Brickies – Apprenticeships Here - Check out the Job Board

1300 Apprentices - Early Apprentice and Traineeship Intake

Our early offer apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities are calling. You will be employed through 1300apprentice and paid while you undertake a certificate through an accredited Registered Training Organisation while you learn on-the-job skills in your chosen vocation. See Job Vacancies

NECA Electrical Apprenticeships Expression of Interest

Apprenticeships in all electrical fields are available. Express your interest today.

Other

American Summers Camp Job Fair | Meet, Interview and Get Hired on the Spot, 8 December, 11.30am- 3pm, The Grace Hotel. A number of Summer Camps will be interviewing in person and hiring Aussies 18 yrs & over to work for a minimum of 9 weeks from June to August 2025 at their camps. Learn more

Positions Vacant

Walker Build

First Year Apprenticeship

Contact: John Walker

0424972330

Bear Child Care

Full and part time positions available

Located in Miranda, Beverly Hills and Roselands

Contact: Eleni (Director) on 0413 917 171

Send CV to: careers@bearchildcare.com.au

As always, if you would like to speak with me about pathways for further study or careers post school, please book a meeting.

Mrs Yvette Kennedy

Instructional Leader Pathways and Partnerships

yvette.kennedy@syd.catholic.edu.au

8522 1500

Year 12 Formal