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Getting the most out of an Open Day

Most institutional Open Days are held in late July and August (see previous page for Open Day dates). However, you are more than welcome to contact an institution to arrange a visit any time.

What happens on an Open Day?

On Open Day you can visit an institution when it’s at its best. Everyone is there – academics, lecturers, current students, and information officers. More importantly, you can talk with academics, lecturers, and current students about what certain courses are actually like, and what is required to get into them.

Who should attend an Open Day?

Anyone who is considering studying at a tertiary level in the next few years should attend.

Why should you attend an Open Day?

Apart from the opportunity to obtain course information there are many other reasons why attending an Open Day is a good idea:

• You are going to feel more comfortable arriving at a university or TAFE instituteon the first day of classes if you have been there before.
• What is reallyinvolved in the course or courses you are interested in?
• If you have to move away from home, where are you going to live?
• Will you be happier studyingin a large metropolitan institution or a smaller,perhaps rural institution?
• What does the place ‘feel’ like? Is it a bustling environment with lots of activity or a quieter,more relaxed campus set in landscaped grounds?
• How are you going to get there?Is it close to publictransport or shouldyou start savingnow for a car?

If you don’t know the answersto any of these questions, then you should attend an Open Day!

How to make the best of Open Days

To make your Open Day visits fun and informative, here are some pointers:

• Write down a list of questions you would like to ask about particular courses.
• Be there early.Crowds tend to develop as the day progresses.
• On arrival, get a map from a central point and ask for directions to the relevant faculties or schools.
• Ask questions!
• Don’t spend the day collecting printed information only. Use the opportunity to 
• speak directly with academics before applications close.
• Introduce yourself to selection officers if you feel it is appropriate, but don't be pushy
• Check out the residential colleges, if available. After all, it is you that will be living
• there.
• Walk around the campus. Have a good look! See what sporting facilities and other services are available.
• Enjoy the visit!

If you can’t attend an Open Day and you are interested in a particular institution, you may visit at other times. If you wish to speak to a particular person, it is essential to make an appointment first. 

2023 Open Days

Finally,  drop in and see Mrs. Mascaro for further information 😊

Michelle Mascaro

Carerers Advisor 

Update of Red Nose Day Fundraiser

On Friday 16 June, Middle School Rose House Captains together with Middle School Leaders organised our annual Red Nose Day! The day was full of fun! Oakleigh Grammar raised $2,134.95!!! All money will help to fund research, support families and save little lives. Congratulations to students who got involved and organised this fundraiser! Thanks to students and staff for supporting our annual Red Nose Day!

Fundraiser Appeals 

SRC members and Middle School Leaders are organising two special appeals during Term 3: the Ronald McDonald House Donation Appeal and Off Your Back Appeal.  We kindly ask people to contribute what they can to either or both of these appeals. 

Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House (Monash) works to enhance the quality of life for families with sick children by providing a home-away-from-home that is welcoming, caring and supportive.  Each family who stays at the House has their own unique story, but all have a place to rest and recover so they can face their challenges.  Since opening in 1993, they have helped over 10,000 families who have needed to travel to care for their sick child at Monash Children’s Hospital. Donations of non-perishable foods are welcome as are brand new items for children.  Please ensure that items are within their use by/best before date.

Off Your Back

Off Your Back is a winter coat collection drive that facilitates the transfer of pre-loved coats going on to a new life with people who really need them, including within our own community.  We are therefore seeking any coats that may be gathering dust in the back of a cupboard or that someone has grown out of.

We are looking to have any donations by Friday 1st of September.  

SRC members and Middle School Leaders will apricate your donation!

Natasha Spanos

SRC Coordinator