Setting up for success in 2021

Term four is flying past in the careers office, as transition and preparation for 2021 is in full swing. Course confirmations for 2021 are coming up, and I hope this brings great excitement to students as they prepare for their learning next year.

I encourage all families to spend time at the end of the school year to reflect on learning that we will take forward with us. With all the twists and turns we have navigated, I think we have all learnt a lot about ourselves – and certainly more than what might be reported in formal reports. By taking time to reflect on progress, I believe we are much better prepared to step forward into the next challenge.

Accessing your VCE study scores and results

VCE study scores, ATAR and VTAC Scaled Study Scores will be available to students via the Results and ATAR website and the Results and ATAR app on Wednesday 30 December 2020 at 7.00am. Students will receive a statement of VCE study scores from the VCAA, and those who applied for courses through VTAC this year and have paid their VTAC processing fees, will be sent an ATAR statement in the mail.

Students who wish to receive their results online, will need to register at https://resultsandatar.vic.edu.au/results/applicants.htm before results are released.

Registrations are already open, and students are encouraged to register soon.

Note: To register, students need their VCAA student number and will be requested to choose a secure password on registering.

Parent webinar on using myfuture

Research indicates that parents are the single greatest influence on their child’s education and career decisions. High parental engagement can have a major impact on the young person’s learning.

myfuture is a free online career service that provides resources and tools to help all age groups, including students and parents explore career options and occupations of interest.

Parents and carers are invited to join an upcoming webinar that will demonstrate the free career planning tools available on the myfuture website.

Webinar details

Date: Tuesday 24 November

Time: 11am – 12 noon

Location: online

Register now via the Parents Victoria website.

Westpac Young Technologist Scholarships

Choosing to study a tech-related degree is made even easier with the Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship. 35 scholarships are up for grabs across the country. You’ll receive $15,000 over three years to go towards your studies and a stack of incredible development opportunities. According to past Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship recipients, the best part of the scholarship isn’t actually the money. It’s becoming a part of the Westpac 100 Scholars Network. Check out Westpac Scholars on Instagram – you’ll get a sense of all the incredible people you’ll be able to connect with if your application is successful.

Want to know more, or apply?

Visit Westpac Scholars Trust to connect to the five universities who offer the scholarship, what courses are applicable and the eligibility criteria. Applications for 2021 are closing soon.

Gap year or summer work?

If you are fit, hard-working and looking to make some cash on a summer adventure you might want to find out more about harvest work. There is a labour shortage in many regions and thousands of seasonal jobs available. To find out more go to https://www.work-ready.com.au/updates/picking-and-harvest-work-explore-and-earn/

Reminder: VTAC 2021 Upcoming Key Dates

ATARs Released	Wednesday 30 December 2020
Change of Preference (COP) closes	Monday 4 January 2021
January Round International Offers	Thursday 7 January 2021
January Round Domestic Offers	Thursday 14 January 2021
February Offer Rounds	Monday 1 February 2021 onwards

Change of Preference support at NHS December 30th and 31st in M11.

Offsite support during Change of Preference and offer rounds: Karen.Burgess@education.vic.gov.au

For a full list of cancelled, amended, and new courses, visit VTAC Course Updates

The VTAC website is www.vtac.edu.au

Tips for prospective Uni students

Download the following useful free apps from App store or Google Play:

LOST ON CAMPUS: find every tutorial room, lab, lecture theatre, coffee shop, carpark, bus stop, even your nearest vending machines and free microwaves on campus - lost on campus

iUSEpass - travel concession for international students: International Student Travel Concession

Friday 27 November	Course confirmation for Year 12 2021
Tuesday 1 December	Virtual Art and Design Show
Wednesday 2 December	Year 12 Graduation
Thursday 3 December	Last timetabled classes for Year 10
Friday 4 December	Course confirmation for Years 9, 10, 11 2021
Tuesday 8 December	Year 7 2021 - Orientation Day

For your diary

Key Dates