Years 10-12 

10-12 Key Dates

Weekly Wrap: Year 11

Year 11 Advisory

Last week we had House Cross Country which was the perfect day to do it, the weather was lovely. We've had "Do it for Dolly Day", we dressed in blue and handed in gold coin donations. We've had a few SACs already this term and smashed each one of them as well as beginning to prepare for our upcoming Mid-Year Exams. We've played our sports and had a win! On Tuesday we started to sand back the paint in the canteen area so the VM students can paint it next week and to make it look cleaner as part of their PDS/WRS project.

Year 11 Health 

This week in Year 11 Health, Maggie and Sarah had a visit from a furry friend! As they have been exploring the importance of maintaining a good level of health and wellbeing, they explored the positive impact pets can have on someone’s mental health. 

Year 11 Biology 

Sarah enjoyed dissecting a kidney to investigate its internal structures.

Year 11 WRS/PDS

Year 11 WRS/PDS students are currently involved in refurbishing the exterior of the school canteen. This week, students are sanding the surfaces in preparation for painting, which will take place next week as part of their hands-on learning program.

Year 11 & 12 Retreat:

Year 11 and 12 students are lucky enough to be part of trailing the Colleges first midyear retreat.  As Year 11 and 12 progresses, it’s common for students to experience a “mid-year slump.” This retreat is intentionally designed to help students recharge, refocus, and re-engage with their goals in a supportive, engaging, and encouraging environment. The retreat combines personal development, wellbeing, teamwork, and fun—all set in a relaxed outdoor setting.

An information letter has been handed to students as well as posted to compass. 

Year 12 Biology

Zali, Fletcher and Joe spent last Friday's double lesson outside, investigating photosynthesis. It was the perfect day for it!

Year 12 Geography

Joe is working hard on completing his fieldwork, to answer the research question, "is the land use change in Maiden Gully necessary and desirable?"  

Here, he is creating a sketch map to show a proposed change to the roads surrounding Maiden Gully Primary School, aiming to increase the safety of primary students crossing the busy Calder Highway.

Careers and Pathways 

It’s National Careers Week! 

Check out some of the career events/webinars running around the country here:

https://careersweek.com.au/events/

Wednesday 21 May, 7.00pm - 8:30pm 

Thursday 29 May, 7.00pm - 8:30pm

Cost: $35.00

Targeted to students with ADHD in Year 12, this webinar will share insights and practical solutions for managing this critical year and beyond and making meaningful career decisions. If students cannot make it a recording will be sent to all ticket holders. Although it is interactive, students will remain anonymous on the webinar.

Topics covered:

• Redefining success - What is it to YOU?
• Finding and Owning your ADHD strengths
• Discovering what careers are aligned to your strengths
• Understanding the options for tertiary studies based on your interests and strengths
• Exploring the pathway options available and ways to get there using Action Plans
• Early Entry Considerations
• Quick guide to Educational Access Schemes (EAS) and adjustment points
• What is Procrastination - and how to tackle it?
• How to deal with stress and staying calm
• How to use technology to your advantage with ADHD
• Q&A

Hosted by Claire Pech, CICA-Accredited Careers Practitioner, and Amanda Krulis, endorsed Organisational Psychologist.

Find out more & register:

https://events.humanitix.com/year-12-and-beyond-with-adhd-student-webinar 

Get Fit with Victoria Police – Online Webinar

Thursday May 22nd, 6pm – 7pm

Victoria Police is hosting an online information session for members of the community who are interested in finding out more about fitness with Victoria Police. During the session, we will give tips and tricks to nail the fitness test and discuss how fitness feeds into life on the job.

For further information visit:

www.police.vic.gov.au/find-police-career-information-session

Talk with Lawyers and Human Rights Advocates – Online

Tuesday May 20th, 6:00pm – 6:45pm

Now, more than ever, the world needs human rights advocates. With conflict across multiple countries, lawyers and human rights advocates are needed to bring positive change for the future.

Our ACU student and alumni panel discussion will allow you to hear from a range of experts, including a lawyer working in the human rights field as well as current human rights students. Take part in a Q&A session and get an insider's perspective on working in law and human rights.

To Register Visit:

www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events

Career Stories 

Looking for career inspiration? Check out these career stories from myfuture – there are over 100 and you’ll find stories about real careers from all industries.

https://myfuture.edu.au/career-stories

Visit the Charlton College Careers website here: 

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

Darcy McCallum         

Year 10-12 Co-ordinator

Sue Clay

Careers and Pathways

Email: s.clay@ncllen.org.au