PATHWAYS REPORT

Year 9 Pathways – Job Readiness Program

As part of our Year 9 Pathways classes at MacKillop College, every student is required to create a resume and cover letter and will participate in a mock interview during Term 4. This program has proven to be a valuable experience for our students, helping them develop real-world employability skills.

This week, we were fortunate to welcome McDonald’s and Hungry Jack’s representatives into our Year 9 Pathways classes. They shared valuable insights with our students about:

• The do’s and don’ts of a job interview
• What employers look for in a team member
• The importance of personal skills and presentation
• Workplace expectations, including uniform and professionalism
• What makes a strong cover letter and resume
• Job opportunities in Swan Hill

We are grateful to both McDonald’s and Hungry Jack’s for taking the time to prepare our students for their first steps into the workforce.

CUC Mallee Visits & Student Excursions

This week, we were fortunate to have representatives from CUC Mallee on site to run face-to-face career conversations with some of our Year 11 and 12 VM students. These sessions gave students the chance to explore pathways, discuss their future goals, and gain a clearer understanding of opportunities available beyond school.

In addition, our Year 11 Senior Support students visited CUC Mallee for a tour and information session. This visit provided valuable insights into the learning environment and the support services available to students who choose to continue their studies locally.

We are very grateful to CUC Mallee for their ongoing support in helping our students explore their post-school options. We look forward to having Stacy back in September to talk to our Year 12 studies during their senior support class.

CUC are having their annual OPEN DAY on Wednesday 17th of September from 3pm - 6pm. All parents and students are welcome. More information to follow.  

Early Childhood Work Experience

Today, two of our Year 12 VM students, Hannalee and Chey, attended a special Graduation Luncheon to celebrate completing the Early Childhood Education & Care Work Experience Week. Thanks to the incredible support of MMLLEN, they took part in a structured program of hands-on activities, gaining valuable insights into the world of Early Childhood Education.Over the week, they built real-life skills while working with Gannawarra Shire Council and Goodstart Early Learning, an experience that’s sure to inspire their future pathways 

Next Wednesday the 27th of August from 5:00pm-6:00pm, Access Monash is running our Online Seminar Series 'VTAC and Beyond' for Year 11 and 12 students.

As St Mary MacKillop College Swan Hill is registered as a Monash University Underrepresented School for 2026 Entry, this means your Year 12 students are automatically eligible for the Monash Guarantee and other VTAC Equity Schemes (SEAS) and Scholarships. This means the VTAC and Beyond Online Seminar next week will be highly valuable to your students. 

During the 'VTAC and Beyond' Online Seminar, our team will be covering highly relevant topics of:

• How to make a VTAC application?
• How to apply for Equity Schemes (SEAS) and Scholarships?
• How to apply for Entry Schemes such as Monash Guarantee and Indigenous Entry Schemes?