10-12 Key Dates

TERM 4
December
Mon	16th	Charlton College Awards Ceremony 7.00pm
Weds	18th	FINAL DAY STUDENTS 3:15pm finish
Fri	20th	Final Day Staff
2025 TERM 1
January
Tues	28th	Staff Return - PUPIL FREE
Weds	29th	PUPIL FREE
Thu	30th	Students First Day Back

Scholarship Opportunity

Please see Abby Mulquiny for further information.

Year 7 to 10 Science Texts for 2025

Students are not required to purchase a textbook for Science in 2025. The school will be purchasing class sets at the end of 2025 to align with the new Science Curriculum to be implemented in 2026.

In the interim, we are requesting that students with current 7-10 Science Textbooks donate them to the college for use in 2025.

Careers and Pathways

YEAR 12 STUDENTS

VTAC WEBINARS

Getting your results – what happens next?

Tuesday 10th December, 12pm – 1pm

Preferences, Pathways & Offers

Thursday 12th December, 12pm – 1pm

https://vtac.edu.au/events

VCE & ATAR RESULTS

Thursday 12th December

https://resultsandatar.vic.edu.au

Change of VTAC Course Preferences for First Round

Close: Saturday 14th December @ 12noon

VTAC – First Round Course Offers

Monday 23rd December @ 10am

NEW CAREERS WEBSITE!

Did you know that Charlton College has a new Careers Website?

https://charltonc.careertools.com.au/

Getting your results – What happens next?

Tuesday December 10th, 12pm

Finishing year 12 this year? It's an exciting time as you wait for your results and figure out what the future holds for you. Join the VTAC team for a live webinar which will cover what happens when you receive your results and ATAR, how change of preference and course offers works, and some really key things you should be thinking about now to ensure you get the best outcome.

www.vtac.edu.au/events

Fair Work Resources for Students and Young People

About to start a new job and feeling a little nervous? Don’t worry, it’s totally normal – and the Fair Work Ombudsman has a stack of resources that can help ease your fears.From everything to knowing your rights, being prepared for your first day, to dealing with issues that arise in the workplace, they have you covered.

www.fairwork.gov.au/find-help-for/young-workers-and-students

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS YOU CAN GET WHILE STILL AT SCHOOL

Getting ready for life after school doesn't mean you have to wait until graduation. There are lots of valuable skills and qualifications you can start building right now while you're still at school.

Why get qualified early?

Getting some extra qualifications while you're still at school can give you several advantages:

Stand out from other job applicants when you start looking for work
Get a taste of different industries before

committing to further study

Build practical skills that complement your

academic learning

Gain confidence in your abilities
Start earning money sooner in casual jobs
Get a head start on career pathways that

interest you

Here are some qualifications to consider:

Safety and First Aid

First Aid Certificate - learn essential life-saving skills
White Card (Construction Induction) - required for working on construction sites
Food Safety Certificates - necessary for working with food

Industry-Specific

Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) - for hospitality work (age restrictions apply)
Working With Children Check - essential for working with young people
Pre-apprenticeship courses - try out a trade before committing
Pool Safety courses - for working at aquatic centres

Life skills

Driver's License (age restrictions apply)
Surf Life Saving certificates
Diving certifications
Digital literacy courses
Basic accounting or business skills

Many of these courses can be completed online or during school holidays, making them easier to fit around your studies. Some schools even offer vocational courses as part of their curriculum - check with your careers advisor to see what's available.

https://studyworkgrow.com/category/grow/personal-skills/

Darcy McCallum

Year 10-12 Co-ordinator

Sue Clay

Careers and Pathways

Email: s.clay@ncllen.org.au

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