10 - 12 Key Dates

TERM 3
August
Thurs	21st	Sue Clay CEP Visit
Fri	22nd	Book Week Dress Up Day
Mon	25th	Mid Term Assembly - 9am Stadium
Weds	27th	Yr 10 Mock Job Interviews
Thurs	28th	VCE Art Excursion
Fri	29th	Sue Clay CEP Visit
September
Thurs	4th	Sue Clay CEP Visit
Mon	8th	Parent Teacher Interviews
Fri	12th	Sue Clay Visiting
Mon	15th	School Council Meeting Finance
Mon-Weds	15th - 17th	Year 9 Grampians Camp DATE CHANGE*
Fri	19th	Final Day of Term 3, 2:30 Dismissal
Mon	29th	VTAC Timely Course Applications for 2026 Close

Pat Cronin Presentation

This week our Year 10 and 11 students attended a powerful presentation from the Pat Cronin Foundation and Year 12 students will have the opportunity to watch the live streaming of the presentation in advisory sessions over the next week, ensuring all senior students benefit from this important message.

This event was organised by Jess McGurk and Tash Roberts. We sincerely thank them for their efforts in bringing this important program to our school.

The presentation shared the story of Pat Cronin, whose life was tragically cut short by a single act of violence. Students were challenged to reflect on the consequences of split-second decisions, the impact of violence on families and communities, and the importance of making safe and respectful choices.

For our senior school and VCE students, this session is not only timely but deeply relevant.

As young adults preparing to step into greater independence, they were reminded to:

Consider the long-term consequences of their choices.
Take responsibility for their actions in social situations.
Look out for themselves and their peers by choosing respect and safety first.

Moving forward, this presentation encourages students to think about the values they want to uphold as they navigate the final years of school and beyond.

Kwong Lee Dow

Do you have a passion for learning?
Could this be you, representing Charlton College at the University of Melbourne?
Are you interested in connecting with other motivated students and taking part in exclusive academic events?

If so, the Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars Program might be for you!

This is the University of Melbourne’s flagship academic enrichment program, open to current Year 10 students. Successful applicants gain access to special activities and opportunities throughout Year 11 and 12.

Applications close: 11:59pm, Friday 5 September 2025 https://forms.your.unimelb.edu.au/4747094

ATO Job opportunities for Year 12's

If uni’s not for you, come work with the ATO! If you're a 2024 or 2025 Year 12 graduate ready to make big things happen, the ATO School Leaver Program is for you.

In the 12-month program, you'll get:

full-time work with practical, hands-on work experience
a competitive starting salary of $56,681, plus 15.4% super
a pay rise to $66,274 plus 15.4% super on successful completion – as an APS 2 officer, you could earn up to $73,452, plus 15.4% super
a Certificate III in IT or Business, with one day a week dedicated to study
healthy working hours, flexible work arrangements, generous leave, and support for your physical and mental wellbeing.

Country to Canberra

Are you a young person from regional Australia who is passionate about advocating for your community?

Country to Canberra’s national Leadership Competition is open for 2025 - empowering young women and non-binary people aged 15 to18 years from regional Australia to reach their leadership potential.

Winners will receive an all expenses paid trip to Canberra, where they will mingle with CEOs and politicians, receive career coaching, public speaking training, and networking opportunities to accelerate their leadership journey.

Previous winners have had private meetings with the Prime Minister and other politicians, been trained by TEDx speakers, and completed media training to appear on TV! Is this you or someone you know? Head to

Yr. 10 Work Experience

Raffle Fundraiser - $2,000 CASH!!!!

We're running a raffle to help raise funds for our Year 10 students to attend their Term 4 Work Experience program in Melbourne! All proceeds will go directly towards accommodation and meals for the students during their two-week stay, helping ensure everyone has the chance to participate in this valuable experience.

Footy Tipping - Top 10!

RANK	NAME	ROUND 23	TOTAL SCORE
1	Raquel W	7	150
2	Daisy Thompson	7	149
3	Xanthe Fitzpatrick	7	148
4	Rhys Thompson	8	148
5	Lachlan HB	5	147
6	Luke Z	7	146
7	Laura Fitzpatrick	7	145
8	SPeck56	5	145
9	Tom McGurk	7	145

VM WRS & PDS

VM Café

The VM Café is back on Tuesday 26th August from 10:30–11:30am. Students are continuing to lead all aspects as part of their major project — planning the menu, preparing food & coffee and managing service. It runs fortnightly and gives students the chance to apply their skills in a real-world setting. Thanks to everyone who’s come along to support so far.

Year 12 Reminders

ACU Early Offer Program OPEN NOW

www.acu.edu.au/study-at-acu/admission-pathways/acu-guarantee

Charles Sturt Advantage Early Entry OPEN NOW

https://study.csu.edu.au/information-for/school-leavers/charles-sturt-advantage

Federation University Early Offer OPEN NOW

www.federation.edu.au/study/information/high-school-students/early-offer-program

Latrobe ASPRE Early Offer Program OPEN NOW

www.latrobe.edu.au/study/aspire

Swinburne Early Entry Program OPEN NOW

www.swinburne.edu.au/courses/planning-your-future/early-entry-program/#ready-to-apply

RMIT Early Entry Program OPEN NOW

www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/applying-to-rmit/local-student-applications/access-rmit/early-offer

Victoria University Early Offer OPEN NOW

www.vu.edu.au/study-at-vu/apply-to-vu/special-admission-programs/vu-early-entry

VTAC Applications – Open Now www.vtac.edu.au

UPCOMING OPEN DAYS

Thursday 21st August

Bendigo TAFE Open Night

Saturday 23rd August

JMC Academy – Melbourne Campus

Torrens University – Flinders Street Campus

Sunday 24th August

CQ University – Online Chat

GOTAFE – Wangaratta Campus

Latrobe University – Bendigo Campus

Federation University – Ballarat Campus

Federation SMB TAFE – Ballarat

Australian Catholic Uni – Ballarat Campus

Victoria University – City Campus

Deakin University – Burwood Campus

ADF Careers Info Session – Bendigo

Thursday September 4th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Passchendaele Barracks

Come along to an upcoming info session where you'll have the opportunity to ask questions and learn everything you want to know regarding job roles in the Navy, Army and Air Force.

Details and Registration:

www.adfcareers.gov.au/events

WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES

Each year, a limited number of students are selected to gain experience at one of Victoria’s four zoos; Healesville Sanctuary, Kyabram Fauna Park Melbourne Zoo, or Werribee Open Range Zoo.

Applications for 2026 are open now and close Sunday 14th September 2025.

www.zoo.org.au/about-us/careers/secondary-school-work-experience

The National Gallery of Victoria offers work experience placements for secondary school students. Placements are based with the NGV Learn Team and where possible with other Departments.

The NGV offers work experience during the following week: Mon 15 – Fri 19 June 2026

Applications for 2026 now open and will close 5pm, 24 October 2025.

www.ngv.vic.gov.au/about/people-and-careers/work-experience

Yr 12 students & Parents Calm & Conquer!

Calm and Conquer is your virtual toolkit for navigating the challenges of Year 12 exams with confidence and composure. Created and delivered exclusively by ACAP University College, this free online workshop series features two dedicated sessions – one for Year 12 students and another for parents and loved ones.

www.acap.edu.au/events

Nadia Collis

Head of Senior School and VCE Co-ordinator

Careers and Pathways

Email: s.clay@ncllen.org.au

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