Years 10-12 

10 - 12 Key Dates

Year 12 Captains Attend GRIP Leadership Conference in Ballarat

On Monday, 10th November, the 2026 Year 12 Captains and their peers travelled to Ballarat to attend the GRIP Student Leadership Conference, accompanied by Nadia as Head of Senior School and Zoe Carney Year 12 Advisory Teacher.

The GRIP Leadership organisation exists to train and develop young leaders, focusing on practical leadership within the school context. The conference provided a valuable opportunity for our student leaders to connect with others from across the region, share experiences, and build skills to make a positive difference in their leadership journey.

This year’s conference theme — “I Accept the Challenge” — encouraged students to recognise the unique challenges within their own schools and to take proactive steps toward meaningful improvement. Throughout the day, students participated in a range of interactive sessions, workshops, and leadership games, designed to develop their confidence, communication, and initiative. 

The conference reinforced GRIP’s core values of Generosity, Responsibility, Integrity, and People, reminding students that great leadership is about service, honesty, and the courage to act for others. Our Year 12 Captains and school leaders returned from Ballarat energised and inspired, ready to take on the year ahead with renewed purpose and a clear vision for leading their peers.

Reminder Year 12 Graduation Dinner - Friday the 14th of November 

A friendly reminder to all Year 12 students and families that our Year 12 Graduation Dinner will be held on Friday, 14th November.

This special evening is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements, friendships, and memories of the graduating Class of 2025. It will be a wonderful occasion to reflect on the year that was and to farewell our Year 12 students as they prepare for the next exciting chapter of their journeys.

Important Reminder: Please ensure that payment for your ticket has been made. Final payments are due now to confirm attendance and assist with final seating and catering arrangements.

We look forward to celebrating this milestone event with our students, families, and staff.

Horsham Regional Art Gallery exhibition featuring our Year 12 Art folios!

A few weeks ago, we were thrilled to be approached by the Horsham Regional Art Gallery who requested that our very talented VCE Art Making and Exhibiting class put their folios on display as part of their Art Spark exhibition. Of course, we said yes, so a representative from the gallery travelled to Charlton to collect the folios created by Annie Olive, Georgia Wright and Poppy Fitzpatrick. 

The work is on display until the end of November and the girls were really thrilled to visit the gallery to see their work on exhibit. On the day of their visit, gallery staff were keen to catch up with the girls and discuss their folios. 

Being part of the exhibition is a very special honour for Annie, Georgia and Poppy and they should feel incredibly proud of what they have achieved. The hard work and countless hours spent in the Art room, often well after dark, paid off! You have all created unique pieces of art and it is fantastic to see your efforts being recognised on a larger scale. Well done girls!

Careers and Pathways

YEAR 12 REMINDERS

EARLY ENTRY PROGRAMS

Federation University Early Offer Close 1st December

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

Swinburne Early Entry Program Close 28th November

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

CASPER TEST DATES (2 dates left) – Education Courses

https://my.acuityinsights.app/dates-times

Dec 4, 2025 - 7:00 PM AEDT

VCE & ATAR RESULTS -Thursday 11th December

https://resultsandatar.vic.edu.au

Change of VTAC Course Preferences for First Round

Close: Saturday 13th December @ 12noon 

Year 12 VTAC webinars – www.vtac.edu.au/events 

Getting your results – what happens next?

Tuesday 9th December – 12pm -1pm

Preferences, pathways and offers

Thursday 11th December – 12pm – 1pm

VTAC 1st Round Course Offers - Tuesday 23rd December

CAREER CLUSTERS

Do you know where you fit?

Thinking about your career as a series of static jobs is a thing of the past.  By learning about your strengths, skills, and values, you can easily work out a pathway that’s right for you. 

There are six Career Clusters, and within each Cluster you’ll find people who share a set of tasks, core technical and transferable skills, work environments, and common outcomes. You’ll also find people from each Cluster in every industry, which means if you are looking for roles that match your Cluster, there’s a greater chance it’ll be one you’ll enjoy. 

The Career Cluster quiz is quick and easy, and incredibly accurate – why not learn which Cadi Cluster you’re in today?

Take the quiz here:

Student link https://studyworkgrow.com/education/career-cluster-quiz/ (School Code - NCLLEN)

Parent/Carer/Teacher link

https://thecareerclusters.com/

WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES

Academy Of Interactive Entertainment

The AIE Work Experience Program is a great way for secondary school students in years 10 to 12 to learn about the interactive entertainment and digital industries. The week will open the door to the range of career possibilities in the industry and allow students to get hands-on with the tools of the trade.

For further information visit:

https://aie.edu.au/student-information/work-experience-melbourne/

Australian Centre for the Moving Image

Each year, ACMI offers a limited number of work experience placements for Year 10 students. This hands-on, production-focused program, led by the ACMI Education team, provides students with valuable insight & experience within the arts & culture sector. Participants collaborate with various ACMI teams & departments while working alongside 1-2 peers to complete a filmmaking project.

2026 Applications open in February 2026.

For further information visit:

www.acmi.net.au/about/careers/work-experience 

If you’re 18-25, this unique gap-year program provides you with a paid job, training & development, not to mention the opportunity to build your networks within the agriculture industry. Applicants can indicate which farm type they’d prefer from a wide variety, & also where in Australia they would ideally like to go. A matching process is undertaken to ensure participants are assigned to the type of farms that match their interests & skills.

Applications Open 24th November 2025

https://agcareerstart.com.au/ 

Nadia Collis     

Year 10-12 Co-ordinator

Sue Clay

Careers and Pathways 

Email: s.clay@ncllen.org.au