Youth Take Over Program: Empowering Students with Employability Skills:

Kerang Technical High School recently partnered with Nutrien Ag Solutions and the Murray Mallee Local Learning and Employment Network (MMLLEN) in a new and innovative initiative designed to equip students with essential employability skills. The Youth Take Over program marked the first collaboration of its kind between KTHS, a local business, and MMLLEN—offering students a unique, hands-on learning experience with real-world impact.

Throughout the program, KTHS students worked closely with a Nutrien Ag Solutions employee, who coached KTHS students to develop key soft skills including communication, teamwork, and decision-making. This mentoring model at the workplace challenged students to reflect on the qualities that make a successful employee while building their own leadership and interpersonal abilities.

The program culminated in a presentation delivered by the students to representatives from Nutrien Ag Solutions and MMLLEN. Students shared their experiences, reflected on what they had learned, and showcased the development of both their own and the employee’s skills.

This initiative represents a powerful example of how schools and local businesses can collaborate to create meaningful learning opportunities that go beyond the classroom. It provided students with a deeper understanding of workplace expectations and the confidence to engage in professional environments.

KTHS extends a sincere thank you to Nutrien Ag Solutions and Murray Mallee LLEN for their generous support and commitment to youth development. The students gained invaluable insights and skills that will serve them well in their future careers. We look forward to continuing and expanding this exciting partnership.

Former NRL Star Josh King Visits KTHS – Shares Message on Life Beyond Sport:

Kerang Technical High School was recently honoured to welcome former NRL player Josh King, who visited our students to

deliver an important message about

planning for the future.

Josh, who played with both the Newcastle Knights and Melbourne Storm, shared insights from his professional sporting career and spoke candidly about the realities athletes face once their time on the field ends. His visit was part of a broader initiative to encourage students to think beyond short-term goals and consider the importance of education and long-term planning.

Drawing from personal experience, Josh spoke about the highs of playing at the elite level and the challenges of injury, transition, and retirement. He emphasised the need for young people—especially those passionate about sport—to have a "Plan B" and build skills and qualifications that will support them in life after sport.

Students were highly engaged, asking questions and listening intently as Josh reflected on the value of resilience, discipline, and balance. His message struck a chord with many, particularly those aspiring to sporting careers, reminding them that while pursuing their passion is important, preparing for life beyond the game is just as vital.

We thank Josh for taking the time to speak with our students and for delivering such a powerful and inspiring message.

His story was a reminder that success comes not only from talent but also from preparation, adaptability, and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Semester One reports:

These reports will be published on XUNO next Friday, on the 4th July. These reports will look different.

Principal, Dean Rogers

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