VCAL Achievement Awards

Congratulations to Jason!

The Victorian Certificate of applied Learning (VCAL) Achievement Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of young people who have participated in and completed a VCAL qualification.

This week, Jason Henderson was awarded the  Senior Work-related Skills Student Award at a Ceremony at Deakin Edge, Federation Square.

Jason excelled in his VCAL studies in 2022, completing Structured Workplace Learning with Powa Productions in Bayswater. Jason also worked at the College on high-level Work Related Skills projects, chiefly managing back of house technology for College productions and major College events.  In addition to this, Jason's advocacy for this peers, with his emphasis on inclusivity, led to the appointment of him as the College Year 12 VCAL Captain in 2022.

Jason has shown growth and development in both his personal and employability skills.  He is sought after as a worker in the productions industry, especially when it comes to lighting and audio.  HIs peers and teachers were unsurprised when he gained full-time employment with Powa Productions after completing his VCAL studies. 

Over the course of his studies, Jason was afforded opportunities to work on professional productions and events, including the Mundi Mundi Bash at Broken Hill, the Big Red Bash at Birdsville, the Port Fairy Folk Festival, events at Sandstone Point Hotel and Cockatoo Island - and more. While working at these events, Jason has utilised his abilities, including excellent communication and time management skills, teamwork, and technical knowledge, and expertise in theatre and live entertainment.

Jason's input has been recognised by the School Community, who presented Jason with an Outstanding Achievement Award for his work on school productions and major events. 

The Award was presented by VCAA Chairperson, Chris Wardlaw, who is pictured above, together with ex- Wantirna College Principal, Sue Bell, who is currently VCAA Executive Director of Senior Secondary School Certificate Reform. Afterwards, Jason gave a speech on behalf of all the winners.  

Andrew Lewis

Assistant Principal