Transition and Pathways
Wagga Taste of TAFE Day
When: Friday 21 June
Where: Riverina TAFE
Riverina TAFE are holding a Taste of TAFE day for students in Years 10, 11 and 12. TAFE will be showcasing its Wagga campus and the courses that it has on offer. This is a great opportunity for students to experience an adult learning environment and explore pathways.
Excursion forms have been distributed to students and can also be accessed via Skoolbag. Please note places are limited.
Riverina Trades Expo
When: Thursday 13 June
Where: Rules Club, Wagga
Any student in Years 10, 11 or 12 who is interested in pursuing a career in a construction trade are invited to attend.
Excursion forms have been distributed and can also be accessed via Skoolbag. Please note places are limited, permission notes must be returned by Monday 10 June.
Wagga Careers Expo
When: Wednesday 19 June
Where: Australian Clay Target Association Conference Centre
Cost: $2 payable on the day
This is a great opportunity for senior students and parents to connect with universities, employers and providers of further education.
All Year 11 students will be attending this as a school excursion. Year 12 students are encouraged to attend with their parents as the date will fall on a rostered study day.
University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne would like to invite students to attend the next Information Day for Interstate Students
When: Friday 12 July
Time: 8.30am - 6.00pm
Where: Kathleen Fitzpatrick Theatre, Parkville Campus
The day will focus on aspects of the university that are of greater concern to interstate students including: application process, scholarships, student services, accommodation options and financial assistance.
Participants will have an opportunity to ask current University of Melbourne students who have come from interstate about their experience and how they managed the transition. The program will also include a campus tour followed by a free lunch at one of the residential colleges and a college tour.
Register your interest here, please let Mr O’Connell know if you register for this event.
Macquarie University Early Entry Scheme
Macquarie Leaders and Achievers is a new early entry program that recognises a student’s academic performance alongside their extracurricular activities that demonstrate leadership, community service and personal achievement.
Year 12 students who meet the criteria are offered a place in their preferred degree before the HSC examinations.
How To Apply - Students complete an online application and have a school representative endorse their application.
For further information and to apply: Macquarie Leaders and Achievers
Applications open 3 June and close Monday 26 August 2019.
See the full course list here.
Women In Defence "Ask me Anything" Session
When: 2.00pm-3.30pm Thursday 13 June
9.00am-11.00am Friday 14 June
Where: Alpha Coy Reserve Base, Docker Street Wagga
Join Female Military Members for a relaxed discussion and Q&A at the upcoming “Ask Me Anything” Sessions. RSVP your attendance by email toCPTAlbury@dfr.com.au by Wednesday 12 June. Parents / Carers welcome.
Upcoming Career Events
13 June: Riverina Trades Expo
13-14 June: Women in Defence Information Session
19 June: Wagga Careers Expo
21 June: Wagga Taste of TAFE day
25 June: Explore CSU Wagga Day
26 June: Explore CSU Albury Day
1-5 July: Year 10 Work Experience
4 July: UAC Information session in Wagga
12 July: University of Melbourne Information Day
13-14 July: RSA and RCG at Wagga RSL
16 July: University of Melbourne Information Night Wagga
24 July: CSU Wagga Parent Information Session
Mr Richard O'Connell | Transition and Pathways Specialist