NATIONAL BUSHFIRE APPEAL - YOUTH EDUCATION GRANTS

The Youth Education and Workplace Pathways Grants program will focus on assisting young people in fire impacted communities by awarding $3,000 cash grants to support their educational development and further their workplace aspirations. 

Eligible recipients who meet the grant criteria can use the grants to cover: 

• Out of pocket expenses for Government Courses, TAFE Programs, transition courses or other identified educational programs
• The purchase of study related or employment related materials such as laptops, books or tools 
• Transport costs to and from employment, the purchase of safety equipment for courses, or personal needs for improving employment interview presentation. 

Visit Bendigo Bank and The Salvation Army Education and Workplace Pathways Grants for more information. To apply for a grant or for further information, please call the bushfire disaster team on 1300 662 217 or email sal.disasters@salvationarmy.org.au

YEAR 10 WORK EXPERIENCE

All Year 10 students will be undertaking work experience in Term 4 Week 8 (30 November - 4 December).

It is the students responsibility to organise their own work experience placement, the skills they learn from this activity are very similar to looking for real employment. In the current climate it is important to start early as many businesses are doing it tough and can not take work experience students this year. PALS teachers and Mrs Hill are available to assist with the process. 

YEAR 11 UNI CONNECT

Year 11 Uni Connect Program that will provide an opt-in opportunity to enable Year 11 students’ awareness and understanding of university study and prepare them for potential study once they complete their HSC studies!

What is Uni Connect?

Year 11 students are trying to make sense of their options after school and navigate all the various opportunities on offer. Uni Connect is a personalised group mentoring service offered to Year 11 students. Uni Connect is very similar to how the Year 12 University Preparation Program was delivered this year- with online zoom sessions.

What do students receive?

Students will receive tailored mentoring and information that will help them navigate their higher education journey ahead. In2Uni Mentors will facilitate the consultations offering guidance and assisting Year 11 students as they move into the first term of Year 12. The Uni Connect Program is committed to equipping students with the information and skills they require to make informed decisions about their post-school pathway.

Who can apply?

Any SJE Year 11 student is welcome and encouraged to apply if they are considering university study in 2022 and beyond.

When does Uni Connect commence and how long does it run?

•         The first session of Uni Connect mentoring consultations commence 14 & 15 September 2020.
•         Students can opt in and out of monthly sessions that are hosted
•         Sessions are only 30 mins and run monthly until March 2021- students can then transition into the Year 12 UPP Program.

How can students register?

Click here to check out the UOW Outreach & Pathways Website for more information and for students to apply.

OPEN DAYS

EducationUSA: School Holiday Information Webinar 

EducationUSA will be offering a free general advising session during the school holiday. Open to students, parents, coaches and teachers. This session provides guidance on U.S. undergraduate study, including university application procedures and standardized testing. As well as information on U.S. college sports for student athletes. 

• Tuesday 29 September 2:00pm - 4:00pm
• Click here to register 

If you  would like individual advice, free phone student advising appointments are available Monday – Wednesday, which may be booked by clicking here. 

YEAR 12 UNIVERSITY INFORMATION

All Year 12 students considering University next year or in 2022 after a gap year are strongly encouraged to lodge a UAC application by 30 September, as after this date the application fee increases from $70 to $200. Mrs Hill is happy to complete the UAC application with students. 

ACU EARLY ADMISSION

ACU Guarantee is now open and closing on Friday 25 September.

This program will base offers on your Year 11 results.

Offers for ACU based on this program will be made fortnightly until the end of September. Click here for details.

SCHOLARSHIPS

TAFE has scholarships available, all students considering TAFE should look to applying for one of these scholarships. Click here for details.

$1000 Aerospace Scholarship Year 10 - 12 students

The Australian Youth Aerospace Association (AYAA) is excited to announce that they will be making 20 scholarships available! These scholarships, proudly supported by Raytheon Australia, will be rewarded to deserving students around Australia. We hope these scholarships, of $1000 AUD each, will reward student’s interest and engagement in the aerospace industry.

We encourage all students who are interested in the aerospace industry to apply for the Australian Youth Aerospace Scholarship. Australian High School students from Years 10 to 12 are eligible to apply.

Scholarship applications will close on 14 September 2020. Click here for details.

Shoalhaven Education Fund Grants are now open

If you are 16 years of age or over and leaving high school this year and plan on going to TAFE or University, undertaking a course at an approved  training college, taking up an apprenticeship or traineeship or starting entry level work but are facing financial difficulties consider applying for a Shoalhaven Education Fund grant.

Grants close 31 December.  Click here for Application forms and full grant details.

Teaching Scholarship - Wollongong Diocese Catholic Education Office

Students studying Primary Education at ACU or Notre Dame can apply for this generous scholarship which includes $20,000 but more importantly a guaranteed teaching position in a Catholic primary school in our Diocese.

Also available for students studying Bachelor of Education Secondary teaching (in Science, Technology or Maths specialisation) at any University. Contact Mrs Hill for an application form.

Mrs Carla Hill

Transition and Pathways Specialist