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HEAD MASTER'S BULLETIN | FRIDAY 7 SEPTEMBER 2018
NEWS & NOTIFICATIONS
From the Head MasterDuring the course of this week I have had reason to reflect on the fact that life often fails to follow the script that we expect.
Sometimes this happens on a relatively small scale. Our Year 9 camp at the Field Studies Centre, which started on Monday, has had to be shut downuntil late next week because of an outbreak of gastroenteritis. This event, which is unprecedented in the operation of the Field Studies Centre, was theconsequence of a virus and was not food-related. However, the consequence of the outbreak is that the camp, which had been much anticipated by theboys as one of the great experiences of life at Trinity, has not unfolded as anyone expected. The camp will resume, but it will be truncated.Consequently, I have no doubt that there is disappointment amongst the boys who are affected and their families.
Sometimes the deviation from our expectations is much more significant. During the course of this week I had cause to visit a member of our extendedschool community in an oncology ward. The story that is unfolding for that family is not one that they had hoped for, expected or welcomed, yet it is,nonetheless, their reality.
Other examples abound. A student receives results are not as strong as he had hoped. A staff member experiences illness that frustrates his desire to beup and about. A parent has to make space in a busy week to get panel-beating done because the L-plate driver had an ‘incident’. The time set aside forone task that gets eaten up by another, the season of anticipated sporting triumph that is cut short by injury, and the list could go on and on.
All these examples sit at different points along the continuum of significance, but they all present challenges to those of us who are affected. What dowe do when life disappoints us?
Of course, it depends. It depends on the event, it depends on our personal resources and circumstances, it depends on our habits of mind and patternsof behaviour. Sometimes we complain. Sometimes we rage. Sometimes we despair. Some of us are volatile and some of us are even-keeled. Some of usmove on quickly, and others find themselves unable to do so. Some of us are disposed to forensic dissection of events to apportion responsibility orblame, while others shrug. Sitting where I do in this community, I see examples of every kind of response to disappointment.
I would like to make three observations, arising from my reflections this week. The first one is to note that young people learn their responses from olderpeople, particularly their parents. Your response to disappointment is a powerful example and formative influence for your son. You are his mostpowerful teachers; your influence in these years will be carried forward into the years of his adulthood, and passed on to his children in time.
The second observation is that our experience of disappointment is closely tied to the strength of our expectations. The more we hold onto ourexpectations, the greater our disappointment when events unfold differently. It is wise to maintain a sense of proportion, so that we can weigh the realsignificance of any one circumstance. Not every disappointment is a catastrophe.
The third observation is that we do well to maintain a sense of humility about the future. The reality is that we do not know what tomorrow will bring.Whether or not you have Christian faith, it makes good sense to think about the future as conditional; this helps us to cope with the reality of theunpredictable script of life. However, an additional blessing that accompanies Christian faith is the conviction that, even in life’s vagaries anddisappointments, God’s fatherly face is turned towards us in love.
We will all experience disappointment in the weeks and months ahead. This will be true both for boys and for their parents. Things will not happen as wemight have hoped or expected. We will face circumstances that we did not expect. That is the reality of life. How will we respond?
Uniform Shop Changes
Elsewhere in this Bulletin you will read of changes in the School’s uniform shop. From the start of next term, the Uniform Shop will be outsourced andrelocated to newly fitted out premises on the ground floor of the Centenary Centre. I would like to take this opportunity, on behalf of the School, to thankour long-serving staff in the Uniform Shop. Michele De Silva and Jennifer Francis have been with us since 2008, and Judy Martin has been at Trinity inthis role since 2010. We thank them for their service to our community over the years and we wish them God’s blessings in the next chapter.
Tim BowdenHead Master
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From the Deputy Head Master - OperationsSummer Hill Car Park Guidelines
PARENTS PLEASE NOTE: TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT REMINDER
Parents please make sure you Drop off and Pick Up students by moving to the end of the Drop Off and Pick Up bays in the Car Park in peak times. Pleasealso follow the directions of staff on duty. When exiting Jubilee Drive, be mindful of pedestrians crossing the driveway. For more information aboutTraffic Management please click on the links below:
Safety Around School Zones
Parents Please note
Safety tips for drivers around school zones.
You must stop for pedestrians at a pedestrian crossing.Always drop-off or pick-up your child from the allocated parking zone or a suitable and legal parking spot, even if this means walking further awayfrom the school.Never double park.Never park across a pedestrian crossing.Never perform a U-turn in close proximity to the School, or over double lines, or on the pedestrian crossingMake sure all children in the car use the footpath-side door (safety door) when getting in and out of a car.Always ensure children are secured in their appropriate for age child restraint. Preferably seat children in the back seat of a car for safety.Penalty: Unrestrained child $330 + 3 demerit points.Make sure the hand brake is applied when the vehicle is stationary.Make sure everything is organised before coming to school so that the drop off is as fast as safely possible.Ensure items in the car are safely in the boot or on the floor.
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Craig Sandwell | Deputy Head Master - Operations
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The Clothing Shop is Changing!Dear Parents,
At the start of Term 4 a new Midford Uniform Shop will be opened at Trinity Grammar School.
A friendly and professional retail environment.A one stop shop for all your school uniform needs in a convenient location in the Centenary Centre. (Please see location map below).Uniforms of the highest quality.The ability to touch and feel each piece of the uniform before you purchase.Experienced staff that will provide expert advice and friendly service.Personalised fittings by appointment.An online shopping platform, including live stock figures and a home delivery or pick up in store option.
As a result of this transition the current Clothing Shop will close at the end of Term 3, Friday 28th of September.
The New Uniform Shop will commence trading on Friday 12th of October.
Any students who need new Summer Uniform for Term 4 are advised to purchase this before the end of Term as the Clothing Shop will be closed for theHoliday Period to facilitate the transition.
Craig Sandwell | Deputy Head Master - Operations
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The New Trinity App is here!Dear Parents,
Our new Trinity App is ready to go and will provide improved functionality across all features. Features include: News, Sport, Events, Calendar, Contacts,and much more. Your new experience will be tailored to your personal preferences through our new subscriptions feature.
What do you have to do?
If you already have the Trinity App downloaded on your phone, then the App will update automatically to the new version. If not, please search TrinityGrammar School on the App Store or Google Play to download.
The New App will be available/updated over the next day.
Getting Started
The School has created a comprehensive user guide that outlines all the features of the App. Please click here to open this guide.
Authentication
The New App requires users to authenticate with their Trinity credentials.
Once downloaded and the App is opened, you are prompted to sign in using your Trinity Grammar School Unique Parent Login Details.
To ensure that your login details are kept secret it is recommended that you secure your phone with a passcode, password, Touch ID or Face ID.
We hope you enjoy the New Trinity App!
Stephen Heanly | Senior Master
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ACADEMIC
Academic Focus | Assessment and feedback as a catalyst for learnerdevelopment
Last Friday and Saturday I attended, along with colleagues from Trinity, the annual symposium of the Australian Curriculum Studies Association (ACSA).The focus this year was on assessment and feedback as a catalyst for learner and development. Amongst an outstanding series of speakers,provocations and evidence based directions, a few ideas stood out to me.
First, Trinity is well placed in articulating that the main purpose of assessment is to identify where students are in their learning so we can show theirgrowth and achievement and design future learning. One of the key themes of the conference, however, was the importance of student involvement inassessment: ensuring they understand the criteria upon which they will be assessed, can self-assess and can set personal assessment goals. In this wayassessment drives future learning rather than only measuring past learning.
Second, the most important question in any classroom is about the quality of student thinking. Assessing the clarity, precision, relevance and breadth ofstudent thinking is our prime task. From this perspective rigour is about the complexity and range of thinking processes with which students engage.Mastering content is imperative … because it empowers students to think in creative and critical ways.
Third, assessment and feedback is deeply personal. When boys can focus upon their own emerging strengths, without worrying about comparison toothers, assessment is about opportunity. Research presented at the conference highlighted the most effective feedback to students as dialogue – a backand forth conversation focussed upon specific individual targets.
As Trinity scrutinises its own assessment practices, our goal remains as it always has: rigorous and growth focussed education empowering academicsuccess for all learners. It is exciting to join with national and international efforts to improve outcomes for all students, sharing our own emergingpractices with others, and in turn learning from them.
Deborah Williams | Academic Dean
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News from the Arthur Holt LibraryPOWERFUL RECOMMENDATIONS
This week we have had a very special display curated by none other than our graduating student leadership team. We asked the prefects which booksthey would recommend to the rest of the school community, and they came up with excellent suggestions!
Research shows that peer-recommendations play a significant role in guiding reading behaviours in teenagers. Who better to get recommendationsfrom than our student leaders who have had no less than six years to explore the collection, whose taste in reading is cultivated, and who have alreadysecured the admiration and respect of younger students?
We encourage students and teachers to pop by the library and see what our senior leaders love to read!
THE MOVIE SOCIETY
Dive deep into 80’s and 90’s classics on the Blog
The Movie Society is a newly founded Co-Curricular. We are always thrilled to feature student writing on the AHL blog and right now the site is teemingwith movie reviews that focus on late Twentieth Century nostalgia.
Use the reviews to plan a family movie-night, or relive your youth by reading how our students have responded to the slumber-party and rainy-dayfavourites of yesteryear.
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Amy Luchetti | Library Services Specialist
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SPORT
89th CAS Track and Field ChampionshipsIt is COMPULSORY for all boys in Years 9, 10 and 11.
Boys will travel by bus from TGS to Homebush.
Depart TGS at 1.15pm.
Finish at Homebush by 8.15pm (Approx).
Boys may also be picked-up at TGS by 8.45pm (Approx).
Please arrange to meet your son in the School car park (entry via Victoria St).
There will be three buses leaving at 11:00 am from Prospect Road for the competitors.
All boys in Years 9, 10 and 11 will travel to SOPAC by bus from School, departing at 1:15pm. Students in Years 7, 8 and 12 canvoluntarily attend by collecting a permission note from the Sportmaster’s office and returning the signed permission slip to thestudent services office by Wednesday 19th September.
The Championships will finish at approximately 8.15pm. The buses will be leaving as soon as possible thereafter and will return all students back to theSummer Hill Campus.
Any student wishing to be picked up by his parents from SOPAC after the Championships must supply a note to Student Services byWednesday 19th September notifying the School of these arrangements. Students not returning to Trinity must be collected by their Parentsor Guardian as students are NOT to use public transport to make their way home.
Parents who collect their sons from SOPAC will have to park in one of the car parks while waiting for their sons to leave the Centre in the evening, asthere will not be any room for cars to park outside the Athletics Centre.
Parents will not be able to collect their sons before the end of the CAS Track and Field Championships as it is grossly discourteous for boys to leavebefore the end of the meeting. All boys should support their School Track and Field Team right to the very end.
Boys must wear their winter uniform including coats to the Championships. Boys should also be ready to be actively involved in cheering, thussupporting our Athletes. All iPods, iPads, computers, MP3s, tennis balls, reading material, etc. will be confiscated. Boys may take their mobile phonesbut must ensure they are switched off during the Championships. The phones may be kept in the student’s pocket.
Boys will be able to purchase food and drink at the Centre. However, it would be an advantage to bring food and drink, as the lines atthe kiosk can be very long. No school bags should be taken to the Championships and definitely no glass bottles.
If there is a legitimate reason for your son not to attend the Championships, parents are encouraged to write a letter to the Master ofthe Middle School (Year 9) or Master of the Senior School (Years 10 and 11) requesting permission. Boys in Years 9 to 11 who areunable to attend the Championships will be expected to attend and give support to an alternate non-compulsory School event at alater date.
Bradley Wirth | Director of Campus Administration
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Track and Field | Sydney Schools Nitro ChallengeSydney Schools Nitro Challenge
Trinity represented with three teams one per age group, Junior, Intermediate and Senior categories on Friday evening 31st August, 2018. On a cold andwet night the men in Green showed great team spirit to band together for some fantastic results. All three teams have now qualified to represent at theupcoming National Schools Nitro Challenge to be held at the start of December in Cairns Queensland.
Please find the below team results:
Junior Team
Gold - Barker 1860 points
Silver - Trinity 1770 points
Bronze - Knox 1740 points
150m – 2nd Daniel Cattana (8St) - 17.05s
60m – 2nd Daniel Cattana (8St) – 7.50s
800m – 2nd Theo Christian (9He) – 2:09.17s
2 x 100m Relay – 4th James Hawkins (8He), Sebastian Ghisso (8He) – 24.40s
4 x 200m Relay – 1st Daniel Cattana (8St), Sebastian Ghisso (8He), James Hawkins (8He), Hugh Browning (8Du) 1.41.33s
Javelin – 1st Kai Roberts (9La) - 42.51m
Long Jump – 5th William Moir (8Hi) – 5.16m
Shot Put – 6th Kai Roberts (9La) – 10.87m
Intermediate Team
Gold - Trinity 2340 points
Silver - Barker 2200 points
Bronze - Knox 2155 points
60m – 3rd Harry Goldsmith (10La) – 7.43s
200m – 1st Harry Goldsmith (10La) – 22.88s
1000m – 1st Thomas Virgona (10St) – 2.38.74s
100m Hurdles – 1st Ethan Bateman (10WJ) – 13.48s
2 x 300m Relay – 1st Theo Kidd (9WJ), Alister Buchanan (10Ta) – 1.12.75s
Medley Relay (800, 400, 200, 200m) – 1st Patrick Cantlon (9Du), Alister Buchanan (10Ta), Theo Kidd (9WJ), Harry Goldsmith (10La) – 3.43.32s
Shot Put – 3rd Ethan Bateman (10WJ) – 13.57m
Javelin – 2nd Jack Bermingham (11Mu) – 46.21m
High Jump – 1st Jonathan Titmarsh (10Du) – 1.80m
Long Jump – 1st Jonathan Titmarsh (10Du) – 6.53m
Senior Team
Gold - Trinity 2280 points
Silver - Knox 2130 points
Bronze - Barker 2070 points
60m – 4th Dean Kalliris (12Ke) – 7.31s
400m – 1st Monty Hannaford (12Du) – 50.88s
1000m – 1st Kash Powell (12Ar) – 2.39.41s
110m Hurdles – 3rd Connor Murphy (11Ta) – 15.21s
2 x 100m Relay – 5th Dean Kalliris (12Ke), Angus Clark (12WH) – 22.34s
Medley Relay (800, 400, 200, 200m) – 1st Luke Cunningham (12He), Isaac Sharwood (11Ho), Justin Mcnamara (11Sc), Connor Murphy (11Ta)– 3.39.21s
Javelin – 2nd Ben Austin (12Hi) - 49.06m
Shot Put – 1st Alexander Kolesnikoff (12Ho) – 19.63m
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High Jump – 1st Angus Clark (12WH) – 2.00m
Long Jump – 1st Connor Murphy (11Ta) – 7.46m
Newington And St Patrick’s Invitational Carnival Held At SOPAC
The third Track and Field Invitational carnival was held on Saturday 1st September at SOPAC. After a cold week the sun came out and provided allathletes a great environment to produce personal best performances. Once again we had a fantastic turn out with the 13 Years age group leading theway. Please find the below season best performances to date below.
13 Years
Oliver Askew (7We) 400m 65.92s
Joseph Cantlon (7Du) 1500m 4.56.50s
Caiden Cleary (8St) 400m 63.71s
Mitchell Chen (7Ar) 100m 13.71s
Oscar Fryer (7Ta) 400m 62.22s
Peter Georgelos (7WH) 200m 26.19s
Sebastian Ghisso (8He) 90mHurdles 12.92s
Noah Giacoppo (7He) 200m 29.93s
Dylan Guler (8WH) 400m 64.74s
Harry Groth (7Ke) 90mHurdles 15.85s
Ethan Harricks (7We) 800m 2.56.18s
Jayden Higgins (7He) Javelin 22.70m
Kelvin Kong (7Ar) 100m 12.80s
Dylan Krsnik (7St) 800m 2.23.05s, 400m 61.65s
Jaiden Leung (7Hi) 1500m 4.58.79s
Mackenzie Liversidge (7WH) 800m 2.34.90s
Max Lusty (7Sc) 100m 13.06s, Discus 32.39m, Long Jump 4.76m
Sami Nasr (7Mu) 100m 13.09s
Ashvin Peter (7Ho) Long Jump 4.86m
Christian Pulley (7Fo) 90mHurdles 13.22s, 100m 12.60s, Long Jump 5.26m
Hugo Reed (7Ho) 100m 13.79s
Benjamin Stevens (7We) 100m 13.15s, 200m 27.65s, 14 years Discus 48.47m
Paulo Tauliili-Pelesasa (8He) Shot Put 11.73m
Jack Waide (7Ke) 800m 2.24.71s, 1500m 4.36.49s
Max Wende-Dunstan (7Du) 100m 13.30s, 200m 27.60s, Long Jump 4.65m
Isaac Wyatt (7WJ) 90mHurdles 17.95s
14 Years
Josh Alha (8Ho) 100m 13.48s, Long Jump 4.54m
Daniel Cattana (8St) Long Jump 5.45m
Theo Christian (9He) 400m 57.05s, 1500m 4.23.89s
Jack Greaves (8We) Shot Put 13.80m
Anthony Jomaa (8We) 200m 26.83s
Spyridon Konidaris (8Sc) Javelin 23.97m
William Moir (8Hi) Discus 26.41m
Michael Park (8Yo) 100mHurdles 15.15s, Long Jump 5.63m
15 Years
Henry Anderson (9Ta) 800m 2.19.55s
Tom Buvac (9WJ) 800m 2.17.50s
Patrick Cantlon (9Du) 400m 55.90s, 1500m 4.18.73s
Lachlan Chen (10Fo) 100m 11.80s
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Fynn Ferdinands (9WJ) 400m 67.92s
Christopher Kapaniris (9WH) Shot Put 10.82m
Finn Murphy (10Ta) High jump 1.70m, 100mHurdles 15.65s, Javelin 40.53m
Caleb Nazareth (10Sc) 100m 11.84s, 200m 24.46s
James Park (10Yo) 100m 11.68s, Long Jump 5.65m
Owen Peck (9Fo) 800m 2.11.49s, 1500m 4.34.57s
James Petrakis (9Hi) Shot Put 11.67m
Jacob Stark (10Sc) 200m 24.59s
16 Years
Ethan Bateman (10WJ) 100m 11.85s
Jack Bermingham (11Mu) Javelin 45.43m
Logan Kaye (11Ho) 800m 2.12.89s, 1500m 4.30.97s
Thomas Virgona (10St) 400m 51.50s, 1500m 4.12.98s
Bill Zhu (11La) 800m 2.14.78s
17 Years
Benjamin Austin (12Hi) Shot Put 11.64m, Javelin 49.99m
Timothy Bradfield (11Ar) 100m 11.60s
Justin Mcnamara (11Sc) 100m 11.21s, 200m 22.25s, Discus 43.10m
Luke Powell (11Ho) High Jump 1.91m
Opens
Haydyn Bathurst (12Sc) 100m 12.60s, 200m 23.80s
Jono Batson (12WH) 1500m 4.04.71s, 3000m 9.06.12s
Alex Chow (12Hi) 400m 54.25s, 800m 2.10.80s
Lelland Hui (12Fo) 1500m 4.26.21s
Calvin Li (12Ar) Long Jump 6.07m
Sam Yip (12La) 100m 11.41s
Andrew Murphy | Director of Track and Field
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Jono Batson (12WH) in fine form in the 3000m
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Christian Pulley (7Fo) in the 13yrs 90m Hurdles
Owen Peck (9Fo) in the 15yrs 1500m
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Patrick Cantlon (9Du) and Logan Kaye (11Ho) in the 16yrs 1500m
Max Wende-Dunstan (7Du) at the start of the 13yrs 200m
Martin Wong (8Ta) out of the blocks
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CO-CURRICULAR
Mathematics Club MattersTHE MATHEMATICS CLUB MATTERS COMPETITION
It was pleasing to see there were many submissions to and much interest in the problems in Bulletin VI from both Middle School and Senior School boysinterested in experiencing Mathematics. Every correct solution will go into the draw for the chance to win a major prize at the end of each term.Congratulations to last week’s winners, Christian Falato (7Sc) and Matthew Hooper (12Mu) for having the first correct solutions drawn from theMiddle School and Senior School boxes. Would they please see Dr Osman for their weekly winning prize.
The answers for Middle School Problem was the Glen likes Tennis, Harry's favorite is Soccer and Kim likes Baseball. The answer for the SeniorSchool Problem was the 7 plums have the weight of one pear. Complete worked solutions for the Middle School and Senior School problem havebeen posted outside the Mathematics Department office.
MATHEMATICS CLUB CO-CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS
The intention of this Co-curricular, the Mathematics Club is to provide enjoyment and training in advanced thinking for recreation. The Mathematics Clubwill foster and encourage boys’ greater understanding of mathematics, encouraging activities, discussion opportunities in Mathematics research andrelated mathematical experiences, and providing a social and intellectual forum to all boys interested in experiencing mathematics. The MathematicsClub will provide various opportunities for students (with a range of mathematical abilities) to take part in mathematical activities and events and tointeract on a more informal basis with other teachers.
The Mathematics Club can help to cater for boys to further develop:
an increased knowledge through the transmission information by building self-confidence and self-esteem in Mathematicsacquisition of concepts of the disciplinestudent conceptions, (introducing various learning resources and hence broadening student knowledge and understanding) i.e. an atmosphere ofintellectual excitement, a vibrant and embracing social context, an adaptive curriculum to produce deep learninga co-curricular learning environment to which boys relate in a positive waymathematical materials and give boys opportunities to achieve a level of masterycuriosity and to stimulate independent learning and the development of critical thought in Mathematics and participation in the AustralianMathematics Challenge program and in other external Mathematics contests held throughout the year.
Mathematics Club Co-curricular offerings in Term III (2018) are included below:
Years 7-9 Additional Co-curricular:
Wednesday 3.40pm-5.00pm commitment in N1.18. Please contact Mr. Habkouk (Dean of Mathematics) for further information.
Years 10-12 Full Co-curricular:
Wednesday 3.40pm-5.00pm commitment in N1.21. Please contact Dr Osman (MIC Mathematics Club) for further information regarding thisrequirement.
THIS WEEK’S PROBLEM FOR BULLETIN VI:
1. Years 7-9: Middle School Problem due on Monday 10 September 2018
Julius Caesar wrote the Roman Numerals I, II, III, IV, and V in a certain order from left to right. He wrote I before III but after IV. He wrote II after IV butbefore I. He wrote V after II but before III. If V was not the third numeral, in what order did Caesar write the five numerals from left to right? Please showworking to justify your answer!
2. Years 10-12: Senior School Problem due on Monday 10 September 2018
A number has a remainder of 1 when divided by 4, a remainder of 2 when divided by 5, and a remainder of 3 when divided by 6. What is the smallestnumber that has the above properties? Please show working to justify your answer!
Please place your name and House group with your submission by Monday lunch-time (1.10pm) at the Mathematics Department Office.
Dr Frederick Osman | MIC Mathematics Club
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Debating NewsThe last two rounds of CAS Debating saw Trinity debaters up against formidable teams from two of the competition’s strongest performing schools: StAloysius' College and Barker College. Trinity won five of its eleven debates against St Aloysius', with both of our Year 7 teams recording victories.Unfortunately, the evening also marked the first (and only) loss for our very strong IIIs team. The following week, Trinity had one of its toughest eveningson record as Barker, in a formidable showing, won all debates with the exception of the IIIs.
Overall, Trinity had a mixed CAS debating season, although there were some clear highlights. Both our IIIs and IVs won four out of five debates, and theYear 8Bs also recorded a solid showing, winning three out of five debates. One of the most impressive achievements of the season was the selection ofAlexander Maloof (12Hi) in the CAS Representative Debating team. This team is comprised of the strongest debaters from CAS schools, soAlexander’s selection is truly something to be recognised and celebrated.
We would like to thank our dedicated coaches for their dedication and support throughout the season, and look forward to the next season with renewedvigour and the desire to record even stronger results.
Mark Tutton | Teacher Senior School
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EVENTS
Christianity ExploredFor parents, friends of the School community and guests. All welcome! A series of discussions and videos in Term 4, Monday Nights Weeks 2 - 8. Monday 22 October to Monday 3 December | 7.00 - 8.30pm. Join the conversation or feel free to sit back and listen. Venue: Staff Common Room, Ground Floor, Founder's Building. To RSVP, please contact: Chris Thanopoulos | Assistant Chaplain and Head of Christian Studies email [email protected] | 9581 6149 Arch Humphries | Master Teacher, Professional Accreditation, MSHM Dulwich email [email protected] | 9581 6053 Trinity Grammar School | 119 Prospect Road Summer Hill 2130 | www.trinity.nsw.edu.au
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Football Clinic | Years K to 9October School Holidays | Tuesday 9th To Friday 12th October
Boys from Kindergarten to Year 9 and their siblings (male or female) have a magnificent opportunity to attend the Trinity Grammar School Football Clinicin the October Holidays. Benefits of participating at this camp include:
24 hours of football tuition over four days.Participants train as per the Football Federation Australia National Curriculum.5-8 year old participants focus on natural development (in Striking the Ball, Running with the Ball and 1v1) through fun football exercises andgames.9-13 year old participants focus exclusively on improving their technical skills in the areas of first touch, striking the ball, running with the balland 1v1.14-15 year old participants focus on improving the above technical skills and learning how to apply these core skills in a functional way.Middle School participants have opportunity to partake in video analysis using Hudl Software. The video analysis viewing facility includes thenewly refurbished 110 seat Latham Theatre.Training facilities include a synthetic all weather football field and three indoor basketball courts.Participants play in mini tournaments that replicate the ‘A-League/Champions League/World Cup’. Participants are tiered according to their playing level.All participants receive BBQ on Tuesday and Friday.Drinks and fruit provided each day. Coaching Staff are fully qualified coaches who were former distinguished Football players. Leading coaches will be David Barrett and LukeGray, both current school teachers at Westfield’s Sports High and Trinity Grammar School respectively. David played well over 300 NationalSoccer League games and Luke is MIC and Director of Football Coaching at Trinity and is the current 1st XI coach.
THE DETAILS
Where Trinity Grammar School, Summer Hill.
When Tuesday 9th to Friday 12th October.
Time 9am to 3pm (check in at 8:45am Tuesday only).
Bring Football boots, indoor shoes, sunscreen, hat, and water bottle. Bring your own Football.
Cost $280. BOOKING and PAYMENT made by clicking here.
IF BAD WEATHER No Cancellations.
CANCELLATION FEE 20% cancellation fee occurs after Wednesday 3rd October, 2018.
Enquiries To: Mr Luke Gray email [email protected]
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The Big Band Night of JazzThe Big Band Night Of Jazz
Featuring Vince Dimartino
7pm Monday 24 September 2018
Orchestra Room, 119 Prospect Road, Summer Hill
RSVP Wednesday 19 September to Valentina Damcevski - [email protected]
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Tennis Clinics | October School HolidaysThe Trinity Grammar School holiday Tennis Clinic will be conducted at the Trinity Tennis Centre during the October holiday period, 2018. The clinic willbe offered to Senior School boys in Years 7 to 10 and to Junior and Preparatory School boys in Years 3 to 6.The clinic is designed to be fun yet challenging, incorporating the following:
Stroke productionFootworkHand eye coordinationTennis motor skillsTennis fitnessTennis based gamesTennis rules and etiquetteTennis strategySingles and Doubles match playGround strokes, serve, volley.
Please note, places are limited and will be on a first in basis. The Clinic will run rain, hail or shine. All payments are NON REFUNDABLE. Closing datefor applications is Friday, September 28th, 2018.
The Details
WHERE Trinity Grammar Tennis Centre (corner of King Street and Princess Street, Ashbury).
WHEN Tuesday 2nd October to Friday 5th October 2018.
TIME 9am to 12pm (Early drop-off from 8.45am will be offered).
COST $180
BRING Drink, hat, sunscreen, tennis racquet and sand shoes
Click here to Register and Pay now
Enquiries:
Mr Jeremy Dykgraaff | Director of Tennis Coaching, MIC
phone 95816000 ext 6358 or
mobile 0421 605 483
email [email protected]
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COMMUNITY
Trinity Prayer Group | Summer Hill CampusPlease note: new venue from Term 3
Parents and friends are most welcome to come and pray for our boys and the School on Tuesdays | 8.30am - 9.30am.
The Prayer Mornings are run on a rotational basis, on alternate weeks, at the Preparatory School campus and the Summer Hill School campus.
Junior, Middle and Senior Schools Summer Hill – held in the Head Master’s Residence (Prospect Road - entrance via Head Master’s garden), in the evenweeks of term (Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8...)
Term 3: September 11th.
Come and join us for a time of encouragement, community-building and to sincerely bring the needs of the School community before our gracious God.
Contacts:
Greg Webster | Senior Chaplain, Summer Hillemail [email protected]
Margaret Chu (Summer Hill) mobile 0433 124 523
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Careers | Term 3 | Week 7UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
If you’re thinking of applying for tertiary study in 2019, applications are now open. With just one application you can apply for up to five courses at anyone of UAC’s 27 participating institutions. Last year over 82,000 people applied for courses through UAC.
Read more.
Watch our quick guides to applying
The video below has step-by-step instructions on how to apply as a Year 12 student using UAC's online application
STEPS TO UNDERGRADUATE STUDY
Download this handy Year 12 checklist for applying, it has all the information you need.
UNIVERSITY ACCESS SCHEMES
After you’ve applied for a course, consider also applying through UAC for the access scheme.
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Educational Access Schemes help students who have experienced long-term educational disadvantage gain admission to university.
Schools Recommendation Schemes are used by institutions to make early offers of undergraduate admission to Year 12 students using criteria otherthan, or in addition to, the ATAR. Applications for SRS close Friday 30 September so apply soon.
KEY DATES
1 August 2018: Applications open.
28 Sep 2018: Last day to apply to avoid an increase to processing charges.
14 Dec 2018: ATARs released on UAC’s website and the My UAC app from 9am.
16 Dec 2018: Change your preferences by midnight to have them considered in December Round 2.
20 Dec 2018: December Round 2 offers released at 7.30am.
6 Jan 2019: Change your preferences by midnight to have them considered in January Round 1.
11 Jan 2019: January Round 1 offers released at 7.30am.
You can find a full list of application, change of preference and offer dates here under important dates for 2018–19 admissions.
Trinity Grammar School Careers WebsiteThe School now has its own Careers website - please click here to view
The focus of careers within Trinity is to create an individual purpose in learning for our students which will then increase our students' self-esteem,confidence, focus and thus their engagement. This will be achieved through increasing the visibility of links between life skills and ultimately careers tobehaviours, academic and school activities.
Students and parents can use this site for a wide range of career information. This site will be populated daily with new information and is particularlyuseful for students in the senior years, however, middle school students can also access this information.
Open Days and Information Sessions
Academy of Film, Theatre & Television – Open Day - NSW
September 22 | Surry Hills.
If you’re searching for information about a career in Film, Acting or Stage Management then come along to our Open Day and learn how to build yourcreative future.
Find out more - https://www.aftt.edu.au/events/open-days/register-for-our-next-open-day
Sydney Design School Open Day
Saturday 3 November | 10am – 12pm | St Leonards.
Bring your friends and family and join us for our Open Day. Immerse yourself in the exciting world of interior design and get creative building your ownmoodboard. Our Director, Amanda Grace, will be giving a 30 minute presentation at 10.30am covering everything you need to know about our careercourses and flexible learning options.
Find out more - https://sydneydesignschool.com.au/information-sessions/
Applications now open for NIDA's 2019 Vocational Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services
NIDA is currently taking applications for the 2019 Vocational Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services. We kindly ask thatyou share this information with your Entertainment students who are about to complete Year 12 and/or any former Entertainmentstudents who may be interested in applying. During this eight-month course, students gain the skills and knowledge to implement lighting, soundand vision designs, operate equipment and plan and conduct the bump-in and bump-out of productions. The course includes a placement on NIDA’sstudent production program, giving students the opportunity to collaborate with expert NIDA tutors and guests from the arts industry, as well as sitevisits to a range of Sydney venues. After six months, students undertake an individual project to develop an area of specialisation.
Key dates:
Interviews held in Sydney 12–14 November 2018, Melbourne 19 November 2018 and Brisbane 4 December 2018.
Course commences 29 April 2019.
For more information about the application process, admission/interview requirements, course content and to apply, click here.
If you have any questions, please call us on 02 9697 7516 or email [email protected]
College of Event Management – Event Boot Camp
October 27 & 28 | Sydney
Our two-day Event Bootcamp intensive is designed for people with an interest in a career in events but who need a clearer idea of what it’s all about.The course is a low-cost, high-intensity backstage pass to the world of events. By the end of this short course you will have a real understanding of theevent manager's role and have had experience behind the scenes of a major event.
Find out more - https://www.facebook.com/pg/collegeofeventmanagement/events/?ref=page_internal
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Torrens University – Hospitality HSC Revision Day
September 26 | TBA.
If you want to study for your HSC among your peers and learn from industry-professional lecturers and hospitality teachers, then come along or tune intoWilliam Blue’s one day HSC Hospitality revision workshop that’s suitable for any Year 12 student studying HSC Hospitality.
Find out more - http://www.torrens.edu.au/about/events-and-workshops/hsc-hospitality-revision-day-2
Study in the US or UK Info Evening
1 September | Canberra
Join Rizina Y, a recent admit to Stanford, Princeton, Yale, and Oxford, to discuss the unparalleled advantages for students who choose to study in the USor UK.
MHSCareers Students get free general (or discounted VIP) tickets by using the links above.
Charles Sturt University – Indigenous Access program
November 19 & 20 | Wagga Wagga
December 3 & 4 | Port Macquarie
February 4 & 5 | Bathurst
Are you an Indigenous Australian, either school leaver or mature-aged wanting to attend university but unsure you meet the entry requirements? If youanswered yes, the Indigenous Access Program is for you!
Find out more - https://www.facebook.com/pg/csufuture/events/?ref=page_internal
UNSW Sydney – Open Day
September 1 | UNSW Sydney.
Open Day is your chance to get all your questions answered.
Find out more - https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/open-day
Scholarships Supplement
Five Simple Steps to Apply for a Scholarship
With research to do, forms to fill out and deadlines to meet, there’s no doubt that applying for a scholarship can be tricky. If you’re in the midst ofscholarship applications or need some pointers to help you get started, working your way through our five-step checklist of scholarship tips will put yourmind at ease. https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/education-blogs/tertiary-study/five-steps-to-apply-for-a-scholarship
ACU
http://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/fees_and_scholarships/scholarships_and_financial_support/scholarships_browser
ANU
http://www.anu.edu.au/students/scholarships
CSU
http://futurestudents.csu.edu.au/help-with-costs/scholarships/csu-scholarships-and-grants
Macquarie University
https://www.mq.edu.au/study/why-study-here/scholarships/domestic-scholarships-and-grants
Southern Cross University
https://www.scu.edu.au/scholarships/index.php/9
University of Canberra
http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/scholarships-and-financial-support
University of New England
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http://www.une.edu.au/scholarships/school-leaver
University of NSW
http://www.scholarships.unsw.edu.au/scholarships/search?for=HIGH_SCHOOL_LEAVERS&show=all
University of Newcastle
https://www.newcastle.edu.au/scholarships#filter=level_undergraduate_first
University of Notre Dame
https://www.notredame.edu.au/current-students/opportunities/scholarships/sydney
University of Sydney
http://sydney.edu.au/scholarships/undergraduate/year12/index.shtml
University of Technology
https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/scholarships
University of Wollongong
https://scholarships.uow.edu.au/scholarships/search
Western Sydney University
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/informationabout/scholarships_home/find_a_scholarship
UNIVERSITIES
UTS Bachelor of Accounting Scholarship Program
19 October.
Closing date for the 2019 intake for the UTS Bachelor of Accounting Cooperative Scholarship Program. More information, email [email protected]. Online applications at:https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/business/business-courses/undergraduate-programs/bachelor-accounting
Introduction to Actuarial Science
The Australian National University is running a special version of its popular Introduction to Actuarial Science course for Year 11/12 students in Australiafrom Term 4 2018 to Term 1 2019. The course is a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) and is free for all students. For more information:
https://www.edx.org/course/introduction-actuarial-science-anux-anu-actuarialx-1
New Biomedical Science Degree
Students in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science will now be able to tailor their degree towards a specialisation by completing a Sub Major in their finalyear. Options include Cellular Pathology, Microbiology and Host Responses or Biochemistry and Molecular Diagnostic. See our updated course guide:
https://www.uts.edu.au/sites/default/files/2018-08/uts-science-ug-course-guide-2019-version2.pdf
HSC True Reward at Western Sydney University
Applications for the HSC True Reward Early Offer Program are now open! Our unique program gives a student an early offer into a University degreebased on corresponding HSC subject band outcomes, not the ATAR. For more information about this fantastic opportunity or to lodge an applicationplease visit:
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/application-pathways/hsc-true-reward.html
Macquarie University Catchment Adjustment Factors
Be eligible for five additional adjustment factors.
If you qualify for adjustment factors, they are added to your selection rank and may improve your chances of receiving an offer for your preferreddegree. Macquarie offers five additional adjustment factors to students who live or go to school in Macquarie’s catchment region. These are calledcatchment adjustment factors. Use the tool below to check if your postcode qualifies. If you qualify, you will automatically receive five adjustmentfactors when you have a Macquarie course listed as one of your preferences through UAC.
https://www.mq.edu.au/study/admissions/entry-requirements/domestic/macquarie-entry/adjustment-factors/catchment-adjustment-factors
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UTS – HSC Live Q & A’s
15 to 31 October Webinar. 6.00pm to 8.00pm
We're hosting four HSC Live Q&As to assist HSC students with their study. Students can get real-time help from senior HSC Markers for AdvancedEnglish, Mathematics, Business Studies and Biology.
https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/our-courses/find-right-course/events-and-info-sessions
CSCS at UNSW – HSC Workshops
8 September – Economics.
8 September – Mathematics.
8 September – Physics.
9 September – Engineering.
9 September – Chemistry.
Need help studying for HSC? Is procrastination getting the better of you? Don't stress. Luckily the CSCS family at UNSW have gone through all of itbefore and are here to help you out. These academic scholars have some seminars prepared to help you excel in your exams and assessments. For $15per session.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2137899859788914/
University of Canberra – Virtual Tours Anytime Campus Tour
Explore our campus and facilities as if you were there.
https://www.canberra.edu.au/on-campus/campus-tours/virtual-tours
Early Entry Program to TAFE NSW Degree Now Open
Did you know TAFE NSW are now accepting early entries into its Degree Programs? Your students can now apply for a Degree and receive a conditionaloffer before they get their HSC results! With some degrees fully online they will get an industry-recognised qualification that can change their future.Applications are now being taken:
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/early-entry-program
SP Jain School of Global Management - Bachelor of Data Science
SP Jain’s Bachelor of Data Science (BDS) is a 3-year course designed to prepare graduates who can conduct data-driven investigations and conductvisual and advanced analytics by acquiring and managing data of all types.
Find out more - https://www.spjain.edu.au/programs/undergraduate/bachelor-of-data-science
WSU Bachelor of Music Entry Pathways
Auditions – early round 24-28 September, and main round 3-7 December.
There are two main pathways into the Bachelor of Music. You may either audition into the degree or you may submit AMEB theory and practicalqualifications or TAFE qualifications. To book an audition, follow this link to our Audition and Interview Booking System.
Find out more - https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/how-to-apply/music-applicants.html
Passion for Business (P4B) Early Entry – ACU
ACU’s Passion for Business (P4B) program offers students an early competitive edge. We know there’s more to you than your exam results and yourpassion and commitment counts. P4B is a guaranteed early entry program designed to nurture your learning potential and give you a step up in yourfuture business career.
Applications are OPEN NOW – apply on their website, then apply through QTAC, VTAC or UAC with an ACU Business Course as your highest eligiblepreference.
Find out more -http://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/faculties,_institutes_and_centres/law_and_business/school_of_business/passion_for_business
Passion for Law (P4L) Early Entry – ACU
If you’re currently in Year 12 and passionate about studying law, ACU’s Passion for Law (P4L) program offers you an early competitive edge.
We know there’s more to you than your exam results and your passion and commitment counts. P4L is an early entry program designed to nurtureyour learning potential and give you a step up in your future law career. Applications are OPEN NOW – apply on their website, then apply through QTAC,VTAC or UAC with an ACU Law Course as your highest eligible preference. You must gain a minimum ATAR of 78/OP 11
Find out more -http://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/faculties,_institutes_and_centres/law_and_business/school_of_law/passion_for_law_early_entry_program
ACU – Elite Athlete and Performer Program (EAPP) Applications for 2018 Now Open
We understand you might need support to maintain sporting or performing excellence while studying. The Elite Athlete and Performer Program (EAPP) is
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designed to give you that support, and encourage excellence in both your sport/performing and academic life. Applications close 4 December. Find outmore: http://www.acu.edu.au/student_experience/student_life/elite_athlete_and_performer_program
Torrens Uni Early Entry Program
Closing Date 28 September.
TUA Early Entry Program is open to ALL year 12 students. Please note all students from Victoria and South Australia must apply through VTAC or SATAC.This is only open to students studying within New South Wales and Queensland.
We encourage all year 12 students to apply (no matter what they wish to study) because:
It’s FREE!No need to have a UAC/QTAC application.No obligation.Offers can be deferred.Offers can be made within 2 weeks of applying.Peace of mind, allow yourself to focus on your exams.It takes only 10 minutes to apply!
Apply here - http://www.torrens.edu.au/apply-online/early-entry-program
ADFA - 3 ways to study at UNSW Canberra
ADFA Trainee Officers study Arts, Business, Computing and Cyber Security, Engineering, Science, or Technology degrees (while receivingmilitary training and subsidised accommodation and living costs)Defence Civilian Undergraduate Sponsorship students study Computing and Cyber Security or specialist Engineering degrees inAeronautical, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical (with full tuition fee scholarships and stipends)Non-Defence Undergraduate students study specialist Engineering degrees in Aeronautical, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical or Engineering /Science double degrees (with paid work experience opportunities).
Our students are provided with a unique study experience, access to custom-built facilities and resources, outstanding industry networks, and graduatewith a degree from one of the top universities in the world.
http://www.unsw.adfa.edu.au/study
Future proof your career with a Networking degree from MIT Sydney
Cybersecurity is a gold mine for anyone who has the right skills and knowledge. If students want to future proof their career, the smart thing would be toapply for a computer networking degree at MIT Sydney, and specialise in Cyber Security, Cloud Networking or Software Engineering. Contact Bridget formore information on 8267 1400 or [email protected]
Torrens University Early Entry Applications Now Open
This is a great opportunity for your students to receive a conditional offer for a 2019 university place – before receiving their ATAR. All year 12 studentsare able to apply to secure a university place in 2019 through the Torrens University’s Early Entry Program. Open to ALL year 12 students. Moreinformation:
http://www.torrens.edu.au/apply-online/early-entry-program
Check out these cadetship, scholarship, and work experience opportunities.
Australian Government Departments.
Choose from the list below to locate information about Australian Government and individual agency programs.
https://www.australia.gov.au/information-and-services/jobs-and-workplace/australian-government-jobs/cadetships-scholarships-work-experience
ANU New Admissions for 2020
The way domestic undergraduate students apply to ANU is changing. This new approach will be first in the nation, making it easier for students tochoose Australia’s national university. The change launches in March 2019 for domestic school leaver applicants who will commence undergraduateprograms in Semester 1, 2020. We know students are more than just an ATAR score, we know they are passionate and have unique skills. We know theygain experience through community service, volunteering, working part time, caring for family, participating in school leadership, excelling in sports,creative and performance arts, competitions and more.
http://www.anu.edu.au/study/apply/new-admissions-for-2020
Check out the checklist test:
http://www.anu.edu.au/study/apply/new-admissions-for-2020/co-curricular-or-service-requirement
Bond University Scholarships Open Now
Bond University scholarships are available to Year 12 students who excel in academic, community leadership and sporting pursuits. Applications arenow open. Students wishing to apply for a scholarship will be required to complete a Bond University Study Application Form before commencing theScholarship Application. For more information contact 1800 074 074.
Visit bond.edu.au/scholarships
Secondary School Courses and Studying in the USA
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US colleges and universities take a holistic approach in reviewing a student’s application for admission. One of the most heavily weighted components isthe transcript, or summary of a student’s marks, from every course from year nine – year twelve. These courses will be assessed on studentperformance and rigour. Read more detail here:
http://www.internationallyeducated.com.au/single-post/2018/05/14/Secondary-School-Academics-HSC-and-IBDP-Course-Selection-and-Studying-in-the-USA
UNSW HSC Maths Course Selection Advice
While we encourage everyone to study the level of maths at which they feel sufficiently challenged, below are some guidelines for the minimum level ofmaths required for some of our degrees. Please also see Assumed Knowledge for more information.
https://www.maths.unsw.edu.au/highschool/hsc-course-selection
How do you choose your HSC subjects for Years 11 and 12? From University of Sydney
Starting uni seems so far away - yet here you are choosing your HSC subjects so that you can achieve an ATAR and apply to do a degree at uni. So howdo you make the right choices for you? And should you worry about subject scaling?
https://sydney.edu.au/campus-life/student-news/2018/03/06/dos-and-donts-of-hsc-subject-selection.html
James Cook University Virtual Open Day
25 September. 3.00pm to 7.00pm.
See what is on offer from the comfort of your home.
https://www.jcu.edu.au/events/2018/september/jcu-virtual-open-day
See undergraduate choices here:
https://www.jcu.edu.au/courses-and-study/course-level/undergraduate-your-first-degree
Crimson Education - US College Sports Scholarships
Are you a young athlete who wants to access the best college sports programs in the world? Then you’re going to need to talk with someone who hasfirst-hand experience of life as a US college student-athlete. You can unlock your superstar potential with our coaching, consulting and support team - allof whom have "been there, done that". Tell us what your sport is, and we’ll give you the best opportunity to gain a scholarship to a US college,regardless of your financial background. https://www.crimsoneducation.org/admission-support/sports-scholarships
Macquarie Uni Co-op Programs
Closes 28 September.
These highly competitive courses see students alternate between classroom studies and placements throughout their four years of study. Studentsundertake three placements, totalling 15 months. In 2019 we're excited to offer two Co-op programs:
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies with the degree of Bachelor of Professional Practice
https://www.mq.edu.au/study/why-study-here/employability/cooperative-education-program/cooperative-education-program
Bachelor of Commerce - Professional Accounting with the degree of Bachelor of Professional Practice
https://www.mq.edu.au/study/why-study-here/employability/cooperative-education-program/accounting-co-op-program
Follow this link below to check the correct application requirements.
https://www.mq.edu.au/study/why-study-here/employability/cooperative-education-program
UTS Engineering and IT Work Experience Program
26 to 30 November.
Get hands-on experience with this 5-day program designed to give you an insight into what it’s like to choose a career in engineering or IT. You’ll get totake part in a range of workshops (including computer science, cyber security, IT, biomedical engineering, electronics engineering and more) as well asspend time with current UTS students and academics from within the UTS Engineering and IT faculty. For more information contact [email protected] ortelephone 02 9514 2666.
https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/our-courses/find-right-course/events-and-info-sessions
NECA Electrotechnology Apprenticeships
The electrical field is one of the most dynamic and growing industries. At NECA we’re here to help you complete a national qualification that supports acareer in data/ communication, home automation, renewable energy, construction, the installation of lights, power, air conditioning, fire protection,building management systems and more. Once qualified you can start your own business and take your trade and work anywhere in the world.
http://www.necatraining.com.au/electrical-apprentices/
My Health Career Videos
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Watch a variety of specialists who give their candid insight on why they enjoy their careers.
Dentistry:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/dentistry/
Dietetics
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/dietetics/
Medicine:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/medicine/
Nursing:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/nursing/
Occupational Therapy:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/occupational-therapy/
Optometry:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/optometry/
Pharmacy:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/pharmacy/
Physiotherapy:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/physiotherapy
Podiatry:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/podiatry/
Psychology:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/psychology/
All:
https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/videos
An insight into universities from around the world - Crimson Education's Youtube Channel
Give your students an insight into universities from around the world with Crimson Education's YouTube channel. See interviews with students at top USand UK universities as well as Australian and New Zealand campuses. Everything from course specific information to campus life. Please feel free toshare the link:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_f7C43GUWhif5_yPsamdfA
ACU Passion for Business – Early Entry Program
ACU’s new Passion For Business (P4B) program is not just about your ATAR – it’s about providing a unique opportunity for students with a passion forbusiness. Are you a current Year 12 student studying a business related subject at school and want to gain an early competitive edge?
ACU believes passion and commitment to learning are important. Passion for Business is a guaranteed early entry program designed to nurture yourlearning passion and give you a step up in your future business career.
Find out more - https://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/pathways_and_entry_schemes/year_12_student_entry/passion_for_business
ACU Elite Athlete and Performer Program
We understand you might need support to maintain sporting or performing excellence while studying. The Elite Athlete and Performer Program (EAPP) isdesigned to give you that support, and encourage excellence in both your sport/performing and academic life.
Future Student Applications are open year round.
Find out more - https://www.acu.edu.au/student_experience/student_life/elite_athlete_and_performer_program
University of Newcastle Science and Engineering Challenge
The Science and Engineering Challenge is a nationwide STEM outreach program presented by the University of Newcastle in partnership withcommunities, Rotary clubs, universities and sponsors. Through the Challenge, students experience aspects of Science and Engineering which they wouldnot usually see in their school environment. The Challenge runs a range of programs but focuses on inspiring students in Year 10 to consider a futurecareer in science and engineering by choosing to study the enabling sciences and mathematics in Years 11 and 12.
For locations nearest to you:
https://www.newcastle.edu.au/about-uon/governance-and-leadership/faculties-and-schools/faculty-of-engineering-and-built-environment/science-and-engineering-challenge/events
Main site at:
https://www.newcastle.edu.au/about-uon/governance-and-leadership/faculties-and-schools/faculty-of-engineering-and-built-environment/science-and-engineering-challenge/about-us
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QILT released the 2017 Employer Satisfaction Survey
Reports the views of 4,000+ employers about the attributes of recent graduates from Australian higher education institutions. Employer views of thetechnical skills, generic skills and work readiness of recent graduates provide assurance about the quality of Australia’s higher education sector.
https://cica.org.au/improving-the-employment-potential-of-university-graduates/
Study in the US - 2018 Standardised Test Dates
Internationally Educated - students looking to study in the US are encouraged to sit the SAT or ACT standardised test for admission purposes. Both areoffered on specified testing dates throughout the year. Students should plan ahead and to assist with this we have written an article describing theprocess, including the 2018 standardised test dates.
http://www.internationallyeducated.com.au/news
WORKSHOPS AND COURSES
Creative Careers in IT and Design Information Night
26 September. 5.30pm to 7.30pm.
Level 2, 7 Kelly Street, Ultimo.
Come along and learn about the exciting career opportunities within design, animation, film, games and IT. Join us and book today at:
https://www.ait.edu.au/information-night
NIDA Applications
Closing 30 September.
Thinking about a career in the performing arts? The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) is accepting applications for the 2019 intake to its world-class higher education performing arts courses. There are greater opportunities than ever before for a career in creative industries with VET Diplomas,Bachelor and Masters degrees.
https://apply.nida.edu.au/
AFTRS Bachelor of Arts Screen
Applications close 12 November.
The Australian Film Television and Radio School's Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production is designed for students with a passion for storytelling and acommitment to a career in the screen industries. Students will become mutli-skilled screen storytellers with skills in all creative roles. More:
https://www.aftrs.edu.au/award-course/bachelor-of-arts-screen-production/
Avondale Offers Counselling Services and Degree
Life can be a roller coaster and balance is about navigating the highs and the lows. At Avondale, students and staff are like family so when times gettough or you just need to chat, our professional free counselling service on-campus is always available. For courses covering Counselling, Chaplaincy,Humanities or Psychology visit:
http://www.avondale.edu.au/academics/arts/undergraduate/bachelor-of-arts/
JMC Creative Industries High School Workshops
October School Holidays.
561 Harris Street, Ultimo.
JMC Sydney will be holding 6 Introductory Workshops. These High School Workshops are inspired by JMC's creative courses. Tickets are now availableand 2 of the workshops have already sold out! Workshops are for High School students in years 9-12 and are $50 (including lunch).
https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/upcomingworkshops
AIS Industry Skills Forums in Canberra & Sydney
Canberra – 11 September.
Sydney - 26 September.
Join industry leaders in discussions at the upcoming AIS Industry Skills Forum. Hosted by prominent journalist and author Kerry O'Brien, these freeforums will explore current and future skills needs. For the full program and to register go to:
https://www.futureskilling.org.au/
Career Edge at TOP
At Top Education Institute (TOP), we encourage our students to participate in work placements during the course of their study with us. After completionof their studies with us, our students will be in a position that will enable them to be better equipped and stand out in today’s highly competitive jobenvironment. Want to know more about our programs? Contact us! 9209 4888. E: [email protected]
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Endeavour College of Natural Health – Webinar – Studying Online
20 September 2.00pm - Online.
Tune in as current Acupuncture student Jess shares her experience with studying online at Endeavour College of Natural Health.
https://www.endeavour.edu.au/events/21186
How To Write an Effective Resume [A Practical Guide]
So you’ve read thousands of job ads and picked out the ones that sound like they’re tailor-made for you.
But ask yourself this: is your resume tailor-made for them?
If the answer is no, stop what you’re doing. Before sending off your application hoping to get a job interview, you need to make sure you have aneffective resume.
We’re talking about the sort of resume that positively screams “don’t waste time reading those other applications, you’ve already found the right personfor the job”!
Luckily, you’ve come to exactly the right place. Welcome to our practical guide to writing the perfect resume quickly and easily!
https://au.jobted.com/blog/
Study Medicine - Free Trial
A new free trial feature has been added to Study Medicine. See how medical degree and degrees leading to medicine are structured and comparedegrees to maximise your chance of becoming a doctor using Macquarie University as an example:
https://www.studymedicine.com.au/
See also the latest listing of deadlines (September) for all medical programs in Australia: https://www.studymedicine.com.au/deadlines/
You can find Study Medicine on Twitter, Facebook or email: [email protected]
Conservation Volunteers
Do you love the outdoors? Do you care about our natural environment? Join us as a volunteer on any of our hundreds of conservation projects Australiawide. Anyone can get involved. You don’t need any prior skills or experience, just a reasonable level of health and fitness. Here is what is happening inNSW.
https://bookings.conservationvolunteers.org/book/search/results?projectSearch_region_1=14&projectSearch_requiredVacancies=1&_ga=2.164078399.1066202960.1536130756-1156871840.1536130756
Vinnie’s Youth
Vinnies Youth is term given to Young Adult members and volunteers of St Vincent de Paul Society. Getting involved in Vinnies Youth is about putting faithin action – we offer a number of opportunities to serve people in your local community. These include: Kids Days Out, Buddy Camps, Home Visitation,Tutoring and Mentoring, Vinnies Shops, Soup Vans and even school’s engagement.
https://www.vinnies.org.au/page/Get_Involved/Youth_and_Schools/Join_Vinnies_Youth/
Headspace – HSC Chat – NSW
26 September. 6.00pm to 7.00pm.
Leichhardt Library, Piazza Level, Italian Forum, 23 Norton Street, Leichhardt.
To help reduce stress and ensure that you’re as organised as you can be, come to the Headspace HSC chat to learn more about planning, looking afteryourself and about staying focused in order to be ready for the exam.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/headspace-hsc-chat-tickets-48822494395
Sydney Trains – 2019 Apprenticeship Program
You will get the opportunity to be part a program that combines paid work and structured training, allowing you to learn a trade and gain a nationallyrecognised qualification.
Find out more - https://bit.ly/ASA-Sydney-Trains-2019
Science Experience Dates
The ConocoPhillips Science Experience is a fun 3 or 4 days of science activities for Year 9 and 10 students in 2018 program year.
The program provides information about further studies in science, technology and engineering. It highlights the wide range of careers that allowstudents to pursue their interest and abilities in the sciences.
Apply as early as possible to make sure you don’t miss out.
Canberra | 26 - 28 September.
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University of Sydney | 9 - 11 January 2019.
University of Technology | 3 - 5 October 2018.
University of Wollongong | 22 - 24 January 2019.
About the program - https://www.scienceexperience.com.au/about-the-program
Torrens University – Day in the Life Business Workshop
October 4 |Sydney
Tour our campus and get a glimpse into our student life.
Find out more -http://www.torrens.edu.au/about/events-and-workshops - all
Construction Worker Interview Questions
During a job interview, a prospective construction worker needs to convince the interviewer that he or she is dependable, takes direction well, exercisessound judgment, and brings the necessary physical prowess to get the job done.
Read the article - https://www.thebalancecareers.com/construction-worker-interview-questions-2061433
College of Law, Education and Training Online Nationally Recognised Courses
CLET is a registered training organisation delivering nationally recognised qualifications.
Courses start monthly, and our students report that they love the flexibility of CLET's online system and no assessment due dates.
Study Crime and Justice, Security and Risk Management, Emergency Management and government Investigations plus much more.
Find out more - http://www.clet.edu.au/online-study
Master Builders ACT Apprenticeships
MBA Group Training, a registered Group Training Organisation (GTO) employs apprentices and trainees. Apprentices and trainees are hosted withemployers during their apprenticeship to gain on-site work experience to meet the requirements of their apprenticeship.
MBA Group Training currently offers apprenticeships in:
CarpentryCivil ConstructionPlumbing
To apply to be an MBA apprentice click here
Find out more - https://www.mba.org.au/employment/apprenticeships/
Free Apprenticeship Careers Advice
Apprenticeship Support are a Government organisation and they’re offering free consultations with one of their apprenticeship experts.
You fill in a form and then they’ll schedule an appointment with you.
Find out more - http://www.apprenticeshipsupport.com.au/Register-for-a-free-career-consultation
The SkillsRoad Jobs Board
To get started simply plug in your job and location details in the blue search box or window shop all the current vacancies.
Search today and find 315 opportunities from just about everywhere in Australia.
In Focus Careers – How to Blitz Your Apprenticeship Application
Companies are preparing their 2019 apprenticeship vacancy ads, check out the following article to get some great tips…
Read more - https://infocus-careers.com.au/2018/06/09/how-to-blitz-your-apprenticeship-application/
Thiess – Apprenticeships
For almost a decade, the Thiess Apprenticeship Program (TAP) has been striving for excellence, best practice and innovation. Founded in QLD, it is acentrally coordinated national program that is recognised Australia wide for delivering consistent, high-quality on the job and off the job training.
Read more - https://www.thiess.com/careers/investing-in-our-people/apprentices
The Hotel Schools Early Entry Program
This is a GREAT opportunity for all Year 12 students who are interested in studying a Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management in 2019 at their Sydneyor Melbourne Campuses.
Why You Should Apply:
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We look for potential. Not at your ATAR scoresStudy at Australia's Top Hotel Management SchoolTake advantage of The Hotel School's unique industry connectionsGet job-ready with our Award-winning Work-Integrated-Learning professional development programs.
Applications close August 2018.
Apply here - https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/apply/australian-applications/
Game Design Portfolio Advice From AIE
One of the most common questions we get from people wanting to start our two year Game Design and Production program is; What do I need to put inmy Game Design portfolio?
The answer is… there are lots of things you could include. Did you ever have to create something for a woodworking class or create a process orinstructions for people to follow? That can all count.
If you feel like you want to know if what you have is on the right track, contact your nearest campus and organize to come in and gain feedback on yourcurrent portfolio.
There’s an example of how to put your portfolio together and some more great advice that’s relevant for AIE and any other course where you need aportfolio to apply.
Find out more - http://www.aie.edu.au/articles/building-a-game-design-portfolio-for-entry-into-aie
Sydney Flight College Open Day
17 November.
Bankstown Airport.
The day will likely include tours of our facilities and aircraft fleet, discovery sessions about careers as a pilot, free air experience flights, and an all-daysausage sizzle.
http://www.sfcaero.com.au/club/events
Positions in Australian Defence Force – Gap Year
A Gap Year in the Australian Defence Force is not only a chance to experience what a career in the Navy, Army or Air Force could be like, but also tohave a year full of adventure, new friends, new skills, leadership, and travel. An ADF Gap Year is a truly unique opportunity for you to grow and figure outwhat next step you’ll take in life.
https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year/
Studying in the USA
As part of the US undergraduate application requirement to most four year institutions, students are required to submit a standardised test score, eitherthe Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT), both of which are administered privately and outside of school hours. Both tests areassessing competencies in comprehensive reading and writing and maths – the ACT also has a testing section on science which does require knowledgein the subject matter, however, many of the questions are analysis and interpretation based. Both tests have an optional writing component required foradmission purposes by some institutions. Read advice in full here:
http://www.internationallyeducated.com.au/news
HSC Lectures - ATAR Notes at UTS
Running in October.
These lectures are completely free and are presented by some of Australia’s highest achieving students.
The tickets are usually released 3-4 weeks in advance and are booked out very quickly. In order to be notified as soon as tickets are released, pleaseRegister here.
https://atarnotes.com/free-lectures/
How to get into Medicine – Summary Advice from UAC
Entry into undergraduate medicine degrees is highly competitive. Take these steps to make sure your application is considered.
https://www.uac.edu.au/media-centre/news/how-to-get-into-medicine
Undergraduate medical programs
You can apply for these programs straight from school and you’ll start your medical studies in first year.
University of Newcastle / University of New England:
Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine (Joint Medical Program (MD-JMP).
UNSW Sydney:
Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine (also offered as Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine).
Western Sydney University:
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Doctor of Medicine (students also graduate with a Bachelor of Clinical Science).
Graduate medical programs
You can apply for these programs straight from school and you’ll complete your undergraduate degree before progressing to the postgraduate Doctor ofMedicine. Each uni has specific requirements for progressing to the
Doctor of Medicine once you finish your undergrad degree.
Griffith University (Gold Coast campus):
Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine.
University of Sydney:
Bachelor of Arts / Doctor of MedicineBachelor of Science / Doctor of Medicine.
Direct pathways to graduate medical programs
You can apply for these programs straight from school. They are designed as pathways to the Doctor of Medicine.
Australian National University:
Bachelor of Health Science.
University of Wollongong:
Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science and Health.
Have a Plan B
If you miss out on a place in 2019, UAC provides a few Plan B options.
https://www.uac.edu.au/media-centre/news/how-to-get-into-medicine
Free Introductory Webinar about US and UK Universities
Interested in US and UK unis? Join this free webinar happening on April 14 where US and UK experts, Crimson Education, will take less than an hour toguide you through everything you need to know about the application processes, top unis to chase and more. Perfect for Years 9-12 students andparents.
Click here to secure your spot!
The Hotel School HSC Revision Clinic
4 October.
The Hotel School invites students to get a head start on their HSC with its annual revision clinic. The event will be suitable for Year 12 students who willbenefit from a comprehensive review of the syllabus for subjects like Hospitality and Business.
Contact: Anne McCrory [email protected] or 02 8249 3219
Careers with STEM Science Out Now
The latest edition of Careers with STEM magazine - Science - has been dispatched to secondary schools across NSW. This magazine looks at the myriadof careers that start with a foundation of Science. It has tips on how to turn study into start-ups, the top 9 industries for science graduates and you canalso meet one of the Superstars of STEM. Go to this site for an e-edition.
CareerswithSTEM.com/read-it-here
7 paths to computer science careers
This article from Careers with STEM tells the stories of a number of different computer scientists and shows how they got to where they are.
Check it out – https://careerswithstem.com/7-paths-computer-science-career/
Health professionals talk about why they love their jobs
My Health Career has a few great interviews with health professionals about the reasons they love their jobs.
Check them out – there are psychologists, pharmacists, exercise physiologists, doctors, dentists and nurses.
Why You Should Reconsider The Traditional Uni Path
Nowadays, there are plenty of other study options around that are much better suited for many of us. They’re great for those of us whose learning stylesdon’t particularly agree with the conventional approach of university.
Read the article - https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/news/why-you-should-reconsider-the-traditional-uni-path
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Taronga Meet A Keeper Days
The first two dates for 2018 are already booked out, so get in quickly if you want to make it to the last two sessions!
Friday 26th October.
Thursday 8th November.
Find out more - https://taronga.org.au/education/sydney/school-programs/excursions/events-for-schools/meet-a-keeper
RESOURCES, GUIDES AND OTHER NEWS
SkillsRoad Job Fit Test
Making a career choice and then entering the workforce can be a daunting and stressful experience. With thousands of jobs and careers out there, howdo you know which one is right for you and how to behave on the job when your get there?
Take the test here - http://www.skillsroad.com.au/get-career-advice/job-fit-test
Pathways14 Conference – for educators and students with disabilities
5 – 7 December | Manly.
The conference brings together disability practitioners, NDCOs and a range of other professional, academic staff and students with disability to identifyand remove barriers for people with disability participating in post-secondary education and training.
Mission Australia Youth Survey
The Mission Australia Youth Survey is Australia’s largest online youth survey, providing a platform for young people aged 15 to 19 to ‘speak up’ aboutthe issues that really concern them.
Take the survey here – http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/4296375/Mission-Australia-Youth-Survey-2018
Find out more - https://www.missionaustralia.com.au/what-we-do/research-evaluation/youth-survey
FYA Blog - How To Write A Killer Job Application, According To An HR Professional
Read the blog - https://www.fya.org.au/2016/10/29/top-job-applications-tips-from-an-hr-professional/
ACU Impact – How to ace every exam
“If exams make you nervous, you’re not alone. We’ve never met a student who doesn’t get at least a tiny bit tense before a major exam. But whetheryou’ve been studying for months or you feel like a cram session is on the cards, there are some simple steps you can take to improve your performancein an exam.”
Read the post - https://www.impact.acu.edu.au/study/how-to-ace-every-exam
Australian Jobs 2018
Australian Jobs is one of the country’s foremost jobs publications. It provides an easy-to-read overview of industry and occupation trends in the labourmarket, and is designed to meet the needs of students, career advisers, people looking for work and those involved in the national employment service,jobactive.
This year’s edition has identified four key trends:
Labour market conditions are strong — employment is up by a robust 403,300 over the year to January 2018.Young people are benefiting from the strong labour market conditions — industries with large numbers of young workers include Retail Trade(around 386,000), Accommodation and Food Services (385,000) and Construction (175,000).Australia’s industry structure is changing — today, more than three in every four Australian workers are employed in a serviceindustry, with much of the growth driven by Health Care and Social Assistance.There are now more jobs for higher skilled workers — the majority of employment growth over the past five years has been in occupationsthat generally require post-school qualifications, and this trend is likely to continue.
The full report and a series of data snapshots is available on the Australian Jobs page.
Download the Report - https://docs.jobs.gov.au/system/files/doc/other/australianjobs2018.pdf
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FYA – The New Work Reality
The Foundation for Young Australians has just released a new report, Preparing young people for the new work reality
Following the journeys of 14,000 young people over a decade, the New Work Reality report reveals the factors that accelerate the transition to full-timework, including the skills, mindset and confidence young people need to navigate our changed world of work.
Download Report
Find out more - https://www.fya.org.au/report/the-new-work-reality/
JOB OUTLOOK – Explore your Career Outlook
Have you taken the CAREER QUIZ Yet?
An initiative of the Australian Government, Job Outlook provides information about Australian careers, labour market trend and employment projections.
Read more - https://joboutlook.gov.au/
Fire and Emergency Services Role Suitability Quiz
Find the right role for you.
Take the quiz - https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/employment/job-finder.html
TFSS – Youth Projects - Tamworth
Coledale Youth Project provides a range of services to benefit young people. Our youth services and programs are available to all young people who areaged between 12-17.
Find out more - http://www.tfss.com.au/Services/Family-Services/Youth-Projects/
What you can Learn from Essay Writing
Essays. Whether you are continuing straight from high school or a diploma or picking up where you left off a few years ago, you’ve probably hadexperience with essay writing. And as much as you hate them, they do serve a purpose.
Read more at - https://tafeqld.edu.au/news-events/news-blogs/2016/essay-writing-learnings.html
Tips for Dealing with Exam Stress
When exams are on, your head is full of information that you need to be able to recall and discuss to show a depth of understanding of the coursematerial. The more details you recall and illustrate, the better your results will be.
Find out more - https://tafeqld.edu.au/news-events/news-blogs/2016/tips-dealing-with-exam-stress.html
11 Strategies to Help You Nail that Interview
Take a deep breath, settle down, concentrate on the questions and answers, remember these 11 interview strategies, and you'll nail it.
Read more at - https://tafeqld.edu.au/news-events/news-blogs/2017/interview-strategies.html
NSW Police Force Eligibility Quiz
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Note: The first question is about a university certificate, which will make just about every school student ineligible, but the other questions areinteresting and you’ll learn about the requirements for police officers.
Take the quiz here - http://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/eligibility_quiz
Australian Federal Police Recruitment Hints and Tips
Start preparing early, particularly to pass the fitness testing. While you will need to meet the standards of the Entry level Physical CompetencyAssessment to gain selection, you will be expected to meet the standards of a Physical Competency Assessment while at the College.Practise for the aptitude and psychometric testing. You can do this by undertaking some example tests on the Revelian website.Ensure that you are well rested and avoid alcohol before undertaking any of the gateways.At the assessment centre it's important to respond to the questions and scenarios as honestly as possible, to enable us the best opportunity toassess how you'd react in different situations.During timed tests, try to not spend too much time on any one question. If there is time remaining, you will be able to review the questions.Make sure you read about all the gateways to ensure you're prepared for the recruitment selection process and training program.Applicants will be presented with specific, realistic scenarios and behavioural questions to respond to in the interview.Preparation is essential. As with any job interview, applicants are encouraged to understand the role they are applying for and that of the broaderAFP in Australia and internationally.
Become a Paramedic - NSW
There are three training pathways to becoming a paramedic with NSW Ambulance:
Trainee Paramedic (Vocational) pathwayParamedic Intern (Graduate) pathway Qualified Paramedic pathway.
Trainee Paramedic (Vocational entry)
Applicants who have no prior medical experience can apply for the Trainee Paramedic (vocational entry) role. Through the Trainee Paramedic vocationalentry training pathway, you will undertake the nationally-accredited Diploma of Paramedical Science over three years, delivered by the NSW AmbulanceEducation Centre, Rozelle, Sydney. A minimum of 8 weeks training is undertaken at NSW Ambulance before going out on road.
For a copy of the Role Description please click here.
For more information on the recruitment and selection process, please click here.
Find out more - http://www.ambulance.nsw.gov.au/Employment/Paramedic-Positions/Becoming-a-paramedic.html
The Hotel School HSC Revision Clinic
4 October.
The Hotel School invites Year 12 students to receive a comprehensive review of the syllabus for subjects like Hospitality and Business.
Contact: Anne McCrory [email protected] or 02 8249 3219
Teach.nsw Get Paid to Study
Want to become a teacher? You could get paid to study and have a guaranteed job on graduation. Subscribe to their mailing list to find out more -https://www.teach.nsw.edu.au/get-paid-to-study
5 Uni Courses that didn’t exist 10 years ago – from ECU
1. Bachelor of Science (Sports Science and Football)2. Bachelor of Design (Games and Interactivity Major)3. Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Renewable Energy)4. Graduate Diploma of Aeromedical Retrieval5. Master of Disaster and Emergency Response
Read the article - https://www.ecu.edu.au/features/tips/5-uni-courses-that-didnt-exist-10-years-ago
Stakk – Freelance Jobs for Students
A 16 year old has founded a jobs marketplace for young people to take on freelance jobs including gardening, tutoring, babysitting and coaching.
See his story - https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/profiles/connor-cameron-founded-jobs-marketplace-stakk/
Find work - http://www.stakk.com.au/
NCVER Report 2018 – Future Job Openings
Key findings:
The shift towards higher-skill jobs is continuingThe majority of the job opening will be for professional occupations and managersWe can see that young people are working in low-skill jobs, then leaving for higher skilled jobs after their training is completeWe can also see that there is demand for employees in fields where there are a higher proportion of older people, such as in agriculture.
Read the full report here - https://cica.org.au/future-job-openings-for-new-entrants-by-industry-and-occupation/
3 Mistakes Students Make When Networking
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By Alexandra Tambellini, Career Counsellor at Carnegie Mellon Uni
1. Asking for too much too quickly.2. Not following up with the people you meet.3. Limiting our own perspective on the purpose of networking.
Read the article - https://www.australia.cmu.edu/news/three-major-networking-mistakes-to-avoid
10 Skills You’ll Need By 2020
https://www.careerfaqs.com.au/news/news-and-views/the-10-skills-you-ll-need-by-2020-and-beyond
UAC Favourite Uni Courses for 2018
THE majority of Year 12 students have received their offers to uni and the stats are in—Health, Law and Business were the most favoured fields of study.Data released today by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) indicates a strong preference among applicants for health degrees, with the Bachelorof Medicine at UNSW topping the list at 1,322 unique first preferences. Two other medicine degrees and a nursing degree also made the top 10 list.
Find the list here - http://www.uac.edu.au/documents/media-releases/undergraduate/2017-18/Favourite-courses-31-Jan-2018.pdf
A career in sports psychology
Read this profile to find out what sports psychology is and how you could pursue a career in it.
Check it out – https://careerswithstem.com/profiles/sport-psychology/
A-STAR Subject Finder App
Working out what subjects you should do is hard, and it’s a problem that deserves serious consideration.
Our new Subject Finder app can help you do just that. Take the quiz now to help figure out what Area of Study is best suited to you, and what subjectsyou need to choose now to make sure you get a spot in the right course after school.
Here it is - https://astar.tv/subjectfinder/
Job Jumpstart
A government initiative that’s been around for a little while - Find new ways to explore careers and prepare for work by reading articles and using thetools provided. All the information on Job Jumpstart fits into three themes: Looking for a job; Building a career; and At work.
Visit the website - https://www.jobjumpstart.gov.au/
How to choose a degree when you’re unsure
This article from Careers with STEM has some great tips for choosing a university degree if you don’t quite know what you want yet.
Read it here – https://careerswithstem.com/undergraduate-degree-advice/
What is being a forensic scientist like?
It sounds like the coolest job in the world – find out what it actually involves from a forensic scientist over at Careers with STEM.
Read the article – https://careerswithstem.com/mythbusting-jobs-forensic-scientist/
Rediscovering your love of learning
This article argues that you shouldn’t obsess about marks and instead should focus on the process. Read more to think about whether this will work foryou – http://learningfundamentals.com.au/blog/stop-obsessing-about-getting-good-grades/
Breaking bad study habits
Start the new school year right with these great tips for staying focused while studying.
Check them out – http://learningfundamentals.com.au/blog/breaking-bad-study-habits-16-effective-habits-for-success/
How to become a youth worker
The people over at YACVic have some advice for people thinking about becoming youth workers in the future. Read the tips –https://www.yacvic.org.au/blog/how-do-i-become-a-youth-worker/
Job Outlook Website
Job Outlook can help you make decisions about study and training, your first job, or the next step in your career. Visit the website -http://joboutlook.gov.au/
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