Delahey News
”Olivia secures an SBAT with PORSCHE”
We are pleased to announce Olivia, a Year 12 automotive student here at Delahey, has secured a School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship (SBAT) with Porsche Centre Melbourne.
After receiving an open invitation from Giles Hunter (Service Manager) and the team at Porsche to visit and tour the world class dealership and workshop for our then, Year 11 student in late 2019, Olivia knew she wanted more.
Olivia showed tremendous enthusiasm to work with Porsche, continually following up with positive initiative to secure herself one week of work experience. After securing this in late January, and displaying all the attributes Porsche seek, and with help from WPC Group, (employer of apprentices and trainees) and the hard working team at Skilling Australia Foundation (SAF), Olivia was offered an apprenticeship to commence her career with the prestige brand.
In Olivia’s one week of placement she quickly made a huge impression with her “can do attitude”, work ethic and commitment, leading Porsche to offer Olivia the opportunity to start an apprenticeship on a one day a week basis until she completes her Year 12 qualification late in 2020. This arrangement helps Olivia continue her education with Copperfield College as well as providing her with the skills and experience to forge ahead in her chosen career path.
If Olivia continues to display her passion and impress her peers at Porsche over the coming year there’s every chance she can be the first female offered an apprenticeship with the team - which is fantastic news!
Reaction on line has been very positive;
Piero Pelligreni, General Manager at Porsche Centre Melbourne Pty Ltd
“What an exciting week of learning for Olivia. The service team at Porsche Centre Melbourne was delighted seeing such a bright young lady embracing the various and complex processes we continuously review and implement at the home of Porsche in Australia. We look forward to seeing her back soon! Thank you Skilling Australia Foundation for the opportunity.”
Ms Mary Chiodo - Campus Principal at Copperfield College, wrote on LinkedIn: “Fantastic opportunity for Olivia and for Porsche AG Congratulations to all involved and especially to Olivia and her family for recognising the power of #workplacelearning Very proud”
We would like to take the opportunity to thank Giles Hunter at Porsche, Evan Henry at WPC and all those involved at the Skilling Australia Foundation for helping behind the scenes in aiding Olivia to secure her SBAT position.
On a personal note, I wish Olivia every success on her placement with Porsche, she works so hard and thoroughly deserves this opportunity. Well done, we’re all very proud.
Chris Larkin
VET Auto – Copperfield College
Headstart
Headstart is hosting TWO free excursions for students in Years 9 - 11 interested in exploring their career and pathway options into apprenticeships. Interested students can choose to go to one of the options below.
Excursion 1
If you are interested in working with wood – then you may be interested in Cabinet Making. This is a growing industry across Melbourne’s west.
Cabinetmakers design, create, assemble and install cabinets for kitchens, laundries, bathrooms, bedrooms and offices. Many can also make furniture. Cabinet Making is a major employer in the Brimbank and Melton areas, offering students both part time Head Start and full-time apprenticeships. Students will visit Victoria Polytechnic and a local Cabinet Making business.
Excursion 2
If you like working with cars then you may like to find out more about the Heavy Diesel Industry.
Diesel mechanics inspect, maintain and repair diesel engines for car dealerships, private garages and repair shops. They deal with everything from routine oil changes to full engine rebuilds. Students will visit two major companies in the west: Cummins and Williams Adam CAT. Heavy Diesel is a major employer in the west, offering students both part time Head Start and full-time apprenticeships.
When
Friday 20 March 2020. This is a free event that includes travel and lunch.
For more information Contact
Maria Cox
Headstart Coordinator cox.mara.a@edumail.vic.gov.au and/or see your Careers and pathways coordinator at your school to collect an excursion form.
Ms Maria Cox
Headstart Coordinator
Year 12 MEE Day
On Friday 14 February, all Year 12 students went to La Trobe University for our annual MEE Day excursion—to Motivate, Empower and Energise our students in preparation for their final year of school. In the morning, the VCE and VCAL students split up. The VCAL students completed an Amazing Race, navigating their way around the university campus while their problem solving skills and teamwork were put to the test. In the meantime, VCE students heard about life as a university student from La Trobe Uni Student Ambassadors and learnt from education expert Brad Felstead about strategies for studying effectively and staying healthy during what can be a difficult and stressful year.
After lunch, VCE and VCAL students joined together to hear from comedian and writer Declan Fay, who gave a hilarious and inspiring speech about making sure they don’t get to the end of their time at school and wonder, “What if?” The rest of the day was spent at La Trobe’s brand new Sports Park facility, where students got the opportunity to unwind with some physical exercise.
It was a long but memorable day, and I hope that all members of the Class of 2020 will continue to feel motivated, empowered and energised to reach their absolute potential this year.
Mr Kristian Radford
Team Leader
Year 11 Orientation Day
On Wednesday 5 February Coach Approach ran a series of engaging workshops as part of Year 11 Orientation Day. Students were taught the art of self-discipline, focus and control, as well as practical safe self-defence techniques. Students also participated in team work activities where they were able to work together and build relationships with students new to them.
Year 11 Study Skills VCE Success Strategies Part 1
On Wednesday 12th February Darren Pereira ran part 1 of the VCE Success Strategies seminars. The seminar provided a wide range of study tips & methodologies as well as the vitally important character traits required for students to apply these skills for optimum success. The aim of the seminar was to give students the motivation, organisational systems, study habits & resilience required to achieve academic excellence and to give students the edge by developing the critical habits of mind necessary for academic success.
Mr Bobby Todorovski
Team Leader