Pathways
Pathways Expo 2024
Brentwood Pathways Expo, held on 14th May, was a huge success! Nearly 1060 students and 75 parents attended the event, where representatives from 8 faculties at Brentwood and 11 external institutions presented information about the subjects/courses they offer.
The presentations delivered at the expo can be found here.
The Pathways Team would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the following institutions for helping us organise an enriching and enlightening Pathways Expo this year.
- Chisholm Institute
- Deakin University
- Headspace
- Headstart
- Holmesglen
- Monash University
- RMIT University
- Swinburne University
- Tristar Aviation
- The Melbourne University
- Victorian School of Languages (VSL)
We are especially grateful for the dedication and hard work of the Heads of Faculties, subject teachers, ES staff, and House Hub who made this event possible. Your passion for empowering our students to explore new paths and possibilities is truly commendable and appreciated by all of us.
Thank you to Domino’s Pizza, Guzman Y Gomez and Hungry Jack’s for providing free food vouchers as prizes to the students that won the scavenger hunt activity run during the expo.
We hope that the expo provided invaluable insights, connections, and resources for our students (and parents) in their subject selections and future pathways.
If you have any feedback about the expo and suggestions for improving further, please let us know by completing this short survey: https://forms.office.com/r/affdqfH1hx
Thank you and we look forward to working with you in the future.
Trades Fit Expo
The Women's Trade Fit Expo, held at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre on 9th May, had a lot to offer for young girls and non-binary students. There were many informative stalls and exhibitors to guide students. Many of the exhibitors offered activities in plumbing, building and construction, electrical engineering, aviation, transport, etc.
These activities gave students a chance to discover new skills and have a taste of what it would be like to work in these industries. The exhibitors handed out flyers and engaged in conversations about what some students may like to pursue.
During the expo, there were opportunities to listen to guest speakers, panel discussions, and information sessions, allowing students to hear industry professionals sharing their experiences, challenges, and successes.
Many students found this expo helpful and fun as it provided them with a wide range of options and insights into traditionally male-dominated industries.
Overall, the Women's Trade Fit Expo was a valuable and enjoyable experience for many students.
Are you studying a Unit 1/2 or 3/4 Language outside of school?
If you are enrolled in a VCE Language course external to Brentwood you need to let Ms Janelle Pentreath know (PEN@ms.brentwood.vic.edu.au) - please ensure you forward your confirmation of enrolment to her. There is required paperwork to be completed so we can ensure you get credits towards your VCE.
Year 10 Work Experience 2024
Work experience is the short-term placement of secondary school students with employers to provide insights into the industry and the workplace in which they are located.
In 2024, Year 10 students are required to complete their Work Experience placements during the week of 24 to 28 June (Term 2, Week 11).
Students must fill in the Work Arrangement Form attached here and get it signed by the employer, student, and parent, before submitting it to Mr. Li or Mr. Kalva in the Pathways Office by 22nd March. The form will then be signed by the Principal.
For more information please read: Work Experience – A guide for Students, Parents and Carers
Please consider applying for one of the following:
Local Council / Public sector
Primary School / Kindergarten
Medical Centre / Pharmacy / Hospital
Hospitality / Retail / Customer service
Veterinary Centre / Zoo / RSPCA
Research Centre / University / TAFE
Sports Centre / Club
Op Shop / Volunteer Centre
Broadcasting Company / Digital Media
Please visit our Pathways website for more resources and links to work placements: https://www.brentwoodpathways.com/years-9-and-10/year-10-work-experience
If you work for an organisation that can offer a work experience placement(s) to one/some of our students, please contact the Brentwood Pathways Team at pathways@ms.brentwood.vic.edu.au.
Brentwood Pathways Team
The Brentwood Pathways team aims to empower students and their families with all the latest information to explore a broad range of career opportunities, build skills and prepare them for the global marketplace, equipped with competitive 21st-century skills to pursue productive, sustainable careers.
The Brentwood Pathways team is located in the SLC building. We are open from 9 am to 3 pm on all working days. We appreciate students checking the availability of our team members via Teams and booking an appointment before seeing us in the Pathways Office.
Our team members:
Director of Pathways & VCE: Ms. Nicole Green
Pathways Managers: Mr. Venkata Kalva & Mr. Timothy Li
Pathways Counsellor: Ms. Bridget Dowling
VASS, VET & VM Administrator: Ms. Rebecca Buck
VASS Administrator (VCE) and Attendance: Ms. Janelle Pentreath
Brentwood Pathways Website
Our team has launched a brand-new website: www.brentwoodpathways.com. This will be a one-stop shop for all year-levels for subject selections and future pathways queries, including Morrisby, Work Experience, VTAC etc.
Please email your feedback and suggestions to improve the website further to pathways@ms.brentwood.vic.edu.au
Brentwood Pathways Newsletter
Don't forget to check out our weekly Brentwood Pathways Newsletter. Click here to access the latest issue: https://www.brentwoodpathways.com/news-jobs/pathways-newsletter
It is a great way for parents and students to keep up to date with Pathways-related programs, including subject selections, work experience and many more.